Racing

A new synthetic track surface at Awapuni Racecourse has set the course for a regional economic boost with a great summer of events now on the cards at the Palmerston North racing centre.

The Government has put the greyhound racing industry on notice following a review of animal welfare and safety in the industry.

The latest round of applications for the Racing Safety Development Fund is now open.

The members of the first TAB NZ Board come with experience in racing and sport administration, business and governance, the betting industry, broadcasting and gambling harm minimisation.

The new Racing Integrity Board will be up and running from July 1 to ensure high standards of animal welfare, integrity and professionalism in the racing industry.

The Government is putting in place a review of the work being done on animal welfare and safety in the greyhound racing industry, Grant Robertson announced today.

Racing Minister Grant Robertson has announced he is appointing Elizabeth Dawson (Liz) as the Chair of the interim TAB NZ Board.

Racing Minister Grant Robertson is expanding the search for nominations for the TAB NZ Board.

The Racing Safety Development Fund is now open for applications until the end of March.