Greyhound Racing Victoria’s continued emphasis on integrity and animal welfare has been reaffirmed with the appointment of Shane Gillard as GRV’s first General Manager of Integrity. Under previous GRV structures, integrity, racing and animal welfare had fallen under the one umbrella. Following recommendations from the Perna review, there will now be a separate integrity arm…
DetailsThe phrase “Social License” has been much discussed lately following the NSW Government decision to close greyhound racing in that State. For GRV, it means one thing – if it’s not good for the dogs, it’s not on for the code. Our industry will, and must always, put the welfare of the dogs first, in accord with the expectation of the community. Greyhound racing in Australia has a long and rich heritage, both as a sport and as an important part of many local and regional communities. However, community expectations have changed over the past century and the code must change too if it wants a sustainable future.
DetailsUnlawful and suspicious activity in Victoria’s greyhound racing industry can now be reported to Greyhound Racing Victoria (GRV) through a new telephone hotline at 1300 856 109. The 24 hour, seven day a week hotline joins an online reporting service at GRV’s main website and its Fast Track and Greyhound Care and Standards websites and…
DetailsThis workshop was held at the Geelong Greyhound Racing Club on Saturday 23 July, on another cold day – perfect for sitting in the warmth of the club to discuss issues around what participants think of the racing program and how it’s structured, and the grading system and what improvements could be made. GRV’s CEO,…
DetailsTHIRTY-one greyhounds found their forever home following a successful adoption day at Geelong Greyhound Racing Club on Sunday, 10 July 2016. People from all across Victoria flocked to the greyhound club to find their future pet, with many of those impressed by how well the day went. Approximately 250 people packed into Beckley Park to…
DetailsThe decision by the NSW Government to close down greyhound racing in NSW is based on circumstances that are very different to Victoria, Greyhound Racing Victoria (GRV) Chairperson Bernie Carolan said today. The decision follows the report of the Special Commission of Inquiry into the Greyhound Racing Industry in New South Wales released today. “The closure…
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