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Christopher Carl disqualified for greyhound welfare breaches

Greyhound Welfare and Integrity Commission has disqualified trainer Christopher Carl for 27 months for breaches of the NSW Greyhound Welfare Code of Practice.
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NSW greyhound racing inquiry makes call for submissions

The NSW Government has called for the general public to submit their input towards the Drake Inquiry into Greyhound Racing NSW (GRNSW) focusing on exploring...
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NSW Integrity Commission supended participants to seek exemptions

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Greyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission new racing rules

Trainer Richard Polidano banned for greyhound welfare violations

The Greyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission has imposed a five-year and six-month ban on NSW trainer Richard Polidano for breaches including neglect and abuse
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NSW GWIC pulls no punches with blame for Wenty Park abandonment

The NSW Greyhound Welfare and Integrity Commission (GWIC) has left industry participants in no confusion as to who is to blame for the sudden late...
Greyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission new racing rules

GWIC bans Matthew Baldwin for two years over banned substance

NSW's Greyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission (GWIC) has disqualified trainer Matthew Baldwin for two years due to doping breaches.
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Jasper Kempshall: A young greyhound racing enthusiast

Meet Jasper Kempshall, a 14-year-old with a passion for greyhound racing. He's set to inherit his family's business and is eager to make his mark...
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NSW orders inquiry Into GRNSW amid explosive animal welfare allegations

documents being tabled in NSW Parliament that stem from a 54-page “handover letter” from former GRNSW Chief Veterinary Officer (CVO), Alex Brittan. While the documents...

Embattled GRNSW CEO Rob Macaulay resigns amid controversy & pressure

The Board of Greyhound Racing NSW (GRNSW) yesterday approved the resignation of embattled GRNSW Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Rob Macaulay. A GRNSW statement said that...
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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”....
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Michael Hooper suspended for misconduct: A 7-month ban with conditional terms

Hooper‘s not guilty plea and his verbal submissions during the hearing. His registration history, noting a poor disciplinary record related to conduct matters. Precedent penalties...
GRNSW Greyhound Adoption Program

GRNSW celebrates record rehoming: 2,806 greyhounds rehomed

AustralianRacingGreyhound recommends only using official greyhound adoption programs when looking for a retired greyhound. Official adoption programs can be found in each state in Australia....
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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...
Greyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission new racing rules

New national and local greyhound racing regulations as of July 1

GWIC has released the new local / national rules for greyhound racing to prioritise animal welfare, stricter compliance, and participant well-being.
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Charlie Azzopardi suspended by GRNSW over animal welfare concerns

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GWIC to investigate greyhound welfare concerns at Wyee facility

greyhounds involved in the “Aussie Mates” US rehoming initiative. The changes at the NSW GAP Wyee facility, which are part of a GRNSW push to...
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GWIC official decision on NSW greyhound trainer Trevor Rice

The Greyhound Welfare and Integrity Commission has come to a decision about Trevor Leonard Rice, a greyhound trainer who has received a lifetime ban and...
Jason Madden

Jason Madden embraces Greyhound Racing with unwavering passion

Jason Madden, a trailblazer in greyhound racing, defies cerebral palsy to achieve his dreams. Read his inspiring story of passion, determination, and the transformative power...
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NSW GWIC head office to remain in Bathurst

The Greyhound Welfare and Integrity Commission’s (GWIC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Mr Steve Griffin has put an end to recent speculation and announced that GWIC’s...

Richmond greyhound racing meeting abandoned due to weather

The Richmond Greyhound Racing Club had to cancel their scheduled meeting on January 15, 2024, due to weather conditions and the track condition. The safety...
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Nowra greyhound meeting abandoned due to weather

The greyhound racing meeting that was supposed to take place at Nowra tonight, January 15, 2024, has been cancelled due to weather and the condition...

GWIC suspends trainer Justin King amid ongoing investigation

The NSW Greyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission has suspended Justin King pending an inquiry into his fitness to participate in the greyhound racing industry.
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NSW greyhound racing: A model of integrity and welfare

conducted an investigation into the greyhound racing industry in South Australia. Mr. Ashton commended GWIC for its forward-thinking approach to animal care and welfare standards...
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Two NSW greyhound trainers facing immediate interim suspensions

Two New South Wales (NSW) greyhound racing trainers have recently been handed immediate interim suspensions over misconduct issues. Interim suspensions are reserved for very serious...