The Tasmanian Greyhound Rules of Racing have been updated with the below changes, with an implementation date of 1 January 2025. Amendment to the definition of Possession. The updated Tasmanian Greyhound Rules of Racing are available on Tasracing’s website – www.tasracingcorporate.com.au Michael Clarke Code Lead Greyhounds
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Audit of Box Draw Data
Monday 16 December 2024An audit of Tasmanian box draw data performed by the University of Western Australia’s Centre for Applied Statistics (CAS) has shown there is no evidence in the data to suggest that Racing and Wagering Western Australia (RWWA) box algorithm does not work as designed. CAS was contacted by RWWA and asked to perform a statistical…
Industry Update – New Zealand Greyhound Racing
Tuesday 10 December 2024Dear Greyhound Racing Participants You will all no doubt be aware that earlier today (10 December 2024) New Zealand Racing Minister Winston Peters announced his government’s plans to end greyhound racing in that country. For context, today’s announcement from New Zealand is a response to very specific circumstances related to that jurisdiction – there have…
Update to Greyhound Participants || Closure of NZ racing
Tuesday 10 December 2024Please see below regarding Greyhound racing in NZ. We are working with the Government on a public statement and will keep everyone updated. Andrew Jenkins The government will end greyhound racing in New Zealand, Racing Minister Winston Peters has announced. The decision has been made to protect the welfare of the racing dogs, Peters said….
Improving Dog Welfare Outcomes in Tasmania
Thursday 21 November 2024The Tasmanian Government have been reviewing the laws that regulate and control dogs in Tasmania. The review ensures contemporary and enforceable welfare outcomes for dogs in Tasmania. Greyhounds are currently exempt from the dog welfare regulation in Tasmania and as the respective standards and regulations for greyhounds exceed the facilities’ requirements, it is preferable for…
Tasracing Industry Code of Conduct
Monday 18 November 2024In November 2023, Tasracing introduced the Industry Code of Conduct (ICOC) which applies to all individuals involved in the racing industry in Tasmania when visiting a Tasracing workplace or venue. This includes licensed participants, their employees, associates, independent contractors and visitors to our workplaces and venues. The ICOC clearly outlines appropriate behaviours and we would…