“I’m undecided, as I have been for the last six years. I always sit down, map myself out, but the day will come. It’s inevitable for everyone, not just me. Everyone’s use-by-date comes along at some point.” V’landys has overseen a dramatic transformation of the industry since becoming the chief executive of Racing NSW in 2024. He has led the sport through the equine influenza and COVID-19 crises and introduced initiatives such as The Everest, now one of racing’s premiers race days. The potential sale of Rosehill racecourse looms as another huge challenge for him to navigate. Rugby league has its own challenges on the horizon; there’s the introduction of the Papua New Guinea team, and potentially another new franchise into the competition, as well as the negotiating of a new broadcasting deal. V’landys said the twin administrative roles take their toll, but had no complaints.