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Rules of Racing

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Greyhound Racing Victoria Rules

The greyhound racing industry in Victoria is governed by Local and National Rules of Racing.

Once they have been adopted by a resolution of the GRV Board, the National Rules, known as Greyhounds Australasia Rules (GARs), form part of the Local Rules. In the event of any conflict between any provisions of the Local Rules and the GARs, or other rules such as the Plumpton Coursing Rules, the Local Rules prevail.

Greyhound Racing Victoria Rules:

  • Local Racing Rules
    effective 1 May 2022 until 30 June 2023 (PDF)
  • Plumpton Coursing Rules
    effective 1 October 2017 until 30 September 2023 (PDF)
  • Betting and Bookmakers Rules
    effective 1 October 2017 (PDF)
  • National Racing Rules
    effective 1 May 2022 (PDF)

Incoming Greyhound Racing Victoria Rules:

  • Local Racing Rules
    effective 1 July 2023 (PDF)
    • New Local Rule – Frequency of starts
    • New Local Rule – Preferential box draws
    • New Local Rule(s) – Fines and debts
    • Amendment of Local Rule – Definition of presentation
  • Plumpton Coursing Rules
    effective 1 October 2023 (PDF)
    • Amendments to Plumpton Coursing Rules to take Effect from 1 October 2023

Archived Rules:

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New Rules: Related Documents

  • Rule Updates: FAQs (PDF)
  • Animal Welfare Rules: Exports FAQs (PDF)
  • Greyhound Retirement Process Checklist (DOCx)
  • ‘Fit and Proper Person’ Registration Requirement (PDF)
  • Greyhound syndicates – Information sheet (DOCx)

Related Policies & Guidance:

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