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The argument over the future of Rosehill may have been settled, but the way forward for racing in Australia’s biggest city is far from clear. Bren O’Brien wonders if the toxicity of the debate will continue to cloud real progress.

The historical statistics tell us that you have a better chance of sourcing a stakes winner from one of Australia’s two highest-grossing yearling sales than you do from the two biggest weanling sales. But as Run The Numbers reveals, that is not the case with the current crop of two-year-olds.

The connection between French and Australian racing has arguably never been as strong, and while both confront a decline in wagering, the causes, as well as the racing culture are different, writes Matt Stewart.

Tamac Farm Stud, a NSW bloodstock operation that has ridden the highs and the lows of the thoroughbred industry over six decades, is on the market with owner Mark Taylor hoping to make one final splash during the Magic Millions National Sales series.

In this week's Straight Talk we delve into the latest developments at Racing Victoria, the key aspects of the Rosehill vote, preview a big week of sales on the Gold Coast and discuss challenges in the wagering industry.

The early betting landscape of Australian racing changed significantly when Tabcorp altered its approach to publishing odds for certain meetings. One rival bookmaker believes the move lifts the lid on a bigger industry issue.

Peter Orton will bring the curtain down on 25 years at Hunter Valley stud Vinery to focus on his own thoroughbred industry pursuits.