Inquiry into Greyhound Racing NSW

The Hon. Lea Drake, Acting Commissioner of the Greyhound Welfare and Integrity Commission is conducting an inquiry into matters relating to various complaints concerning Greyhound Racing NSW (GRNSW) under Part 8 of the Greyhound Racing Act 2017. The purpose of the Inquiry is to ensure a viable and sustainable greyhound racing industry in NSW with the highest standards of integrity and animal welfare.

The Hon. Lea Drake has been appointed as an Acting Commissioner of The Greyhound Welfare and Integrity Commission in order to conduct the Inquiry.

The Minister for Gaming and Racing has asked Acting Commissioner Drake to report back to him by 13 December 2024.

The Inquiry will inquire into, report on, and make findings in relation to:

The welfare and care of greyhounds by GRNSW
GRNSW’s processes and management
Accuracy and reporting by GRNSW in relation to greyhounds and whether that reporting represents the true state of the greyhound racing industry
Performance and effectiveness of GRNSW’s functions under the Act and the GRNSW Operating Licence
GRNSW management’s response to compliance or concerns regarding organisational and workplace culture
Any other relevant matters that arise during the Inquiry

The Terms of Reference set out the full scope of the Inquiry.

Contact and submissions

For all general enquiries, please contact: drakeinquiry@dciths.nsw.gov.au

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