We would like to hear your thoughts on the Thoroughbred Racing Act 1996.
The NSW Government has appointed the Hon Brad Hazzard to lead an independent review of the Thoroughbred Racing Act 1996 (TR Act).
The TR Act provides for the establishment, management and functions of Racing NSW as the representative body to control thoroughbred horse racing in the State.
The review’s purpose is to assess whether the terms of the Act remain appropriate to ensure the integrity and proper regulation of thoroughbred racing in NSW and to support the industry’s development and sustainability.
This is your opportunity to comment on any issue within the review’s scope, as set out in the Terms of Reference. This includes governance structures and processes and stakeholder consultation measures established under the TR Act. We are also interested in hearing about how well the TR Act supports initiatives to ensure the industry’s sustainability and viability, including in regional NSW.
The review is seeking feedback on the following matters in relation to the Act:
- Governance structures and processes
- Transparency and accountability requirements
- Stakeholder consultation and participation mechanisms
- Initiatives to support the long-term sustainability and viability of the industry, including regional NSW
- Animal welfare and participant health and safety
This review’s scope does not include provisions of the TR Act that:
- Establish Racing NSW as a body corporate that is independent of government (Sections 4 and 5 of the TR Act)
- Relate to thoroughbred racing industry funding arrangements (such as totalizator distribution arrangements in Division 3 of Part 2A). Racing industry funding arrangements are governed by various legislation, commercial agreements and regulatory frameworks
To support this public consultation, a Discussion Paper has been published.
Tell us what you think
There are two ways you can provide your feedback:
1. Completing a survey
2. Making a written submission
You can upload a written submission below, or by emailing your feedback to racingreviews@racing.nsw.gov.au
If you choose to email us, please include your name, the organisation you represent (if applicable), any conflicts of interest you may have, and your contact details so we know how to contact you if needed.
You may also mail in your submission to:
Racing Reviews Team
Hospitality and Racing
Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport
GPO Box 7060
SYDNEY NSW 2001
Before making a submission, you are encouraged to read the Discussion Paper and Terms of Reference to help you provide informed and relevant feedback.
