Animal Welfare

Tasmanian greyhound racing faces scrutiny amid criticism of report

The Tasmanian greyhound racing industry is facing renewed scrutiny following the release of an economic report critical of the sport’s viability, though racing authorities and...
GRV bans Ibrahim Kama for 10 years

Greyhound Racing Victoria responds to New Zealand ban

Greyhound Racing Victoria (GRV) CEO Stuart Laing reacted to the New Zealand government’s decision to phase out greyhound racing by July 2026 with shock and...
One Hot Bandit wins New Zealand Cup

Greyhound racing ban in New Zealand sparks industry outrage

The New Zealand government’s decision to ban greyhound racing by July 2026 has left the industry reeling, with stakeholders questioning the rationale behind the abrupt...
NZ ban greyhound racing

New Zealand bans greyhound racing despite reforms

Welfare concerns lead to New Zealand greyhound racing ban. Industry, jobs, and sport to end within 20 months. Transition plans to rehome 2,900 greyhounds.

Australian greyhound racing to phase out Surgical Artificial Insemination

Greyhounds Australasia (GA), in accordance with Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) recommendations, will discontinue the permitted use of surgical Artificial Insemination (SAI) in greyhound breeding starting...
NSW Greyhound News

NSW Integrity Commission supended participants to seek exemptions

The NSW Greyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission (GWIC ) has introduced a rule that enables suspended individuals to seek permission to carry on with specific...
NSW Greyhound News

NSW orders inquiry Into GRNSW amid explosive animal welfare allegations

The NSW Minister for Gaming and Racing, David Harris MP, has written to the NSW Greyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission (GWIC) to require it to...
GRNSW greyhound racing news

NSW Premier quashes talk of greyhound racing shutdown

NSW Premier Chris Minns has declared that his government will not be moving to shut down greyhound racing in the state.
NSW Greyhound News

Former chief vet claims: GRNSW concealed deaths amid ethical violations

A “handover” letter addressed to Greyhound Racing NSW (GRNSW) by its own former Chief Veterinary Officer (CVO), Alex Brittan, has denounced the industry as “unsustainable”....
Queensland Greyhound News

QRIC bans trio of participants for over 14 years

Queensland Racing Integrity Commission stewards have handed three greyhound participants a collective ban of more than 14 years for serious animal welfare breaches.
South Australia Greyhound News

South Australian racing industry generates $669.7 Million in economic value

A recent study by IER reveals that the South Australian racing sector has made an economic contribution of $669.7 million to the state. The report...
GRNSW greyhound racing news

Ex-Police Chief to probe NSW greyhound racing allegations

Greyhound Racing NSW is currently under scrutiny for allegations outlined in a report authored by former GRNSW chief vet Alex Brittan. The report spanning 54...
GRNSW greyhound racing news

GWIC clarifies greyhound euthanasia data & refutes anti’s misrepresentation

The NSW Greyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission (GWIC) has released a statement addressing the accuracy of data regarding greyhound euthanasia and rejecting any misrepresentation of...
GRNSW greyhound racing news

Charlie Azzopardi suspended by GRNSW over animal welfare concerns

The NSW Greyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission (GWIC) has taken the step to suspend Charlie Azzopardi, a registered participant temporarily while investigating alleged breaches of...
Tony Rasmussen disqualified for life after video scandal

Rasmussen banned for life after damning vision scandal

Greyhound Racing South Australia has disqualified trainer Tony Rasmussen for life and fined him $220,000 after he was found guilty of charges relating to animal...
GRNSW greyhound racing news

GWIC to investigate greyhound welfare concerns at Wyee facility

The NSW Greyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission (GWIC) is looking into claims of subpar care and injuries at the Wyee greyhound rehoming centre in New...
GRV bans Ibrahim Kama for 10 years

Victorian greyhounds to benefit from new digital tracking program

The Government of Victoria and Greyhound Racing Victoria (GRV) have announced an investment of over $2 million in a Comprehensive Digital Tracking Program for greyhounds....

Anthony Bullock’s greyhound lifetime ban overturned

In a surprising turn of events, Tasmanian greyhound trainer Anthony Bullock's lifetime ban has been overturned due to insufficient evidence linking him to the possession...
NSW greyhound racing

NSW greyhound racing: A model of integrity and welfare

The New South Wales (NS) Greyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission (GWIC) has received praise for its efforts in regulating the greyhound racing industry. This recognition...

South Australian greyhound racing inquiry: Reform in two years or be banned

The South Australian (SA) independent inquiry into the governance of the SA greyhound racing industry has today handed down the full report following the inquiry....
QLD greyhound racing

Queensland Racing Integrity Commission to undergo independent review

The Queensland Racing Integrity Commission (QRIC) which oversees the state’s greyhound racing, harness racing, and horse racing industries, is set to undergo a review starting...
Fair Go Rally

Another day, another Greens and anti-racing activist beat up

For those of you who have been living under a rock, Australia’s ABC is more than prone to running the odd anti-racing article. It doesn’t...

New Victorian greyhound racing rule regarding racing frequency starts October 1

The Victorian greyhound racing industry has introduced regulations to prioritise the well-being of the dogs, with the new rules becoming effective on Sunday, October 1,...
Victorian greyhound racing

Two Victorian Greyhound Racing Participants Suspended For Alleged Luring and Baiting Offences

Greyhound Racing Victoria (GRV) has immediately suspended two Victorian greyhound participants following an investigation, into alleged incidents of luring and baiting. GRV’s Greyhound Racing Integrity...
Fair Go Rally

Anti racing muck-rakers launch new coordinated global assault on greyhounds

The drums are beating globally, and the cancel culture groupies and tax-free donation addicted virtue signaling organisations are again preparing to upend racing. On the...