Feature Event Conditions For August

Tuesday 23 July 2019

Due to the Greyhound Racing Calendar not being available until early August, the conditions of the Feature Events scheduled to be conducted in August are provided herewith for the information of participants. Click here to view the Feature Race Conditions

Drivers ready for BOTRA on 21 July

Friday 12 July 2019

The BOTRA Concession Driver Series will be staged at Launceston on Sunday 21 July. Twelve of the state’s up and coming stars have been invited to contest the four-race series with owners and trainers keen to support the new concept, given the quality of the emerging talent. Samantha Gangell is one of the leading contenders for…

2019 Australian Stud and Stable Staff Awards

Friday 28 June 2019

“RECOGNISING AND REWARDING THE HARD WORK AND DEDICATION OF STUD AND STABLE STAFF ACROSS AUSTRALIA” Nominate your Newcomer now for a chance to win the trip to Dubai Nominations for the 2019 Australian Stud and Stable Staff Awards close on midnight on Monday, July 1. You can make your nomination now, by registering below and completing the…

Wagering point of consumption tax welcomed

Friday 24 May 2019

Tasracing has welcomed today’s announcement by Treasurer Peter Gutwein that the government will introduce a Point of Consumption Tax on the net wagering of betting companies on Tasmanian racing from 1 January 2020. Tasracing CEO Paul Eriksson said the introduction of the tax – at a rate of up to 15% – was a positive…

Trial of trotting in Tasmania review

Friday 3 May 2019

Following the review of outcomes from the current trial of trotting in Tasmania, Tasracing has determined that the trial will be extended through to 31 December 2019. During this time an Industry Development Plan for Harness racing in Tasmania will be prepared. This Development Plan will cover all aspects of harness racing, identifying the challenges…

Tasracing statement on Devonport Showgrounds sale

Wednesday 17 April 2019

Tasracing has been advised of the DAPS’ intention to sell the Devonport Showgrounds site. CEO Paul Eriksson said Tasracing noted statements by DAPS that nothing would change in the first instance other than the ownership of the site, and that consultation with stakeholders would commence regarding future use. “While Tasracing is keen to work with…