Jul 23, 2026 · 37 min · 12 segments
This episode covers Kim Kelly's resignation from Queensland's integrity body and the resulting debate about racing governance, the Leilani Lodge move by Gai Waterhouse & Adrian Bott, Racing NSW…
Tim RoweHostWelcome to this week's edition of Straight Talk, sponsored by Inglis and Darby.
This week, Kim Kelly's resignation at Queensland Integrity Body reignites debate about the future of racing governance.
New economic reports reinforce racing's contribution to Victoria and Queensland.
And Racing New South Wales regan-regains control of Queenstown Racecourse's Crown Land.
In breeding and bloodstock, Australian buyers are grappling with the European market that's becoming increasingly difficult to penetrate.
And we examine the battle for international buyers in an increasingly global marketplace.
In wagering, gambling reform returns to the spotlight at the ALP National Conference.
And Hong Kong Jockey Club continues to provide a blueprint for global wagering growth.
Tim, it's a fairly ambitious program I've am- [chuckles] I've, I've unveiled today for us to talk through, but, um, plenty to talk about.
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Welcome to this week's edition of Straight Talk, sponsored by Inglis and Darby.
This week, Kim Kelly's resignation at Queensland Integrity Body reignites debate about the future of racing governance.
New economic reports reinforce racing's contribution to Victoria and Queensland.
And Racing New South Wales regan-regains control of Queenstown Racecourse's Crown Land.
In breeding and bloodstock, Australian buyers are grappling with the European market that's becoming increasingly difficult to penetrate.
And we examine the battle for international buyers in an increasingly global marketplace.
In wagering, gambling reform returns to the spotlight at the ALP National Conference.
And Hong Kong Jockey Club continues to provide a blueprint for global wagering growth.
Tim, it's a fairly ambitious program I've am- [chuckles] I've, I've unveiled today for us to talk through, but, um, plenty to talk about.