Tasracing is the principal racing authority in Tasmania, responsible for providing the strategic direction and funding to the three codes of racing across the state- thoroughbred, harness, and greyhound. In accordance with its legislative obligations, Tasracing is responsible for the development of racing and breeding, the making of rules, the funding of clubs as well…
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Elwick track update, Wednesday 18 August
Wednesday 18 August 2021The Elwick Thoroughbred track has come to the end of its current racing campaign and as part of the track management plan, the track has been ‘turned out’ for Spring renovations. Taking into account the maturity of the track and the time of year the track is considered to have a good cover of grass…
Strategic Plan consultation update
Thursday 5 August 2021Tasracing has been focussed on achieving sustainability and stability and through this to create an environment that sets a solid platform for growth. Following the completion of the “2020 and Beyond” Strategic Plan and the 2016 “5 year Infrastructure Plan” it is appropriate that we reset both plans and turn our mind to the future…
Important COVID-19 update – 1 August
Sunday 1 August 2021Please follow the link for further information surrounding the South East Queensland COVID restrictions, which includes a list of the 11 Local Government Areas impacted. If you have questions or concerns about the impact of COVID-19 on your health and events or you are experiencing any of the symptoms outlined by public health authorities, contact…
Important COVID-19 update 31 July 2021
Saturday 31 July 2021Public Health Services have declared 11 local government areas (LGAs) in south-east Queensland (QLD) as high-risk (Level 2) from 4:00 pm today, Saturday 31 July. The declaration is in response to new cases of COVID-19 in QLD and that State’s announcement of a lockdown for these areas. Anyone currently in Tasmania (arriving before 4:00 pm…
Important COVID-19 update
Monday 19 July 2021Reminder to all licensed persons when entering a Tasracing venue it is mandatory that that you register your attendance by using the Check in Tas app or using the manual register available at all venues. No sign in, no entry. As per current health advice from 12:01am Saturday 17 July any person currently in Tasmania…