Peter V’landys, chairman of the Australian Rugby League Commission and CEO of Racing NSW, has addressed speculation about stepping down from his racing role by year’s end.
After six years managing both demanding positions, V’landys told The Sydney Morning Herald he remains “undecided” about 2026 but acknowledges, “everyone’s use-by-date comes along at some point.”
V’landys, who has led major reforms in both sports, cited the toll of the dual roles and the desire to spend more time with his family.
“At some point in time, I won’t be able to do it. I don’t know when that is. Everyone wants to spend more time with their family, the treasure of my life is the family, my children and my wife,” V’landys said.
“Any time you spend with them is gold. They understand and are very supportive, but at times you feel guilty that you don’t spend more time with them, there’s no doubt about that.”
Despite the workload, he continues to pursue new ventures, including launching a short-film festival, and insists he doesn’t take his responsibilities for granted.
Source: The Sydney Morning Herald
