Strong response as community has its say on Racing Review
- Community feedback closed for the Crisafulli Government's landmark 2025 Racing Review.
- 1,223 survey responses and submissions received by industry participants, stakeholders and members of the public over five weeks.
- Comprehensive review aims to ensure long-term viability of Thoroughbred, Harness and Greyhound racing in Queensland.
Racing stakeholders, participants and community members have had their voices heard on the future of Queensland racing as part of the Crisafulli Government's landmark review of the industry.
Following overwhelming interest, 1,223 survey responses and submissions were received over a five-week period which will help shape the 2025 Racing Review.
The independent review is the most substantial of its kind in Queensland racing in more than 25 years and aims to ensure the long-term sustainability of Thoroughbred, Harness and Greyhound racing in the State.
It has also been tasked with further strengthening integrity and animal welfare standards, recommending the necessary steps to deliver modern infrastructure, and safeguarding the ongoing success of country racing.
The survey responses and submissions will now go to Racing Review Chair Matthew McGrath, to help shape more targeted discussions prior to delivering his final report later this year.
The racing industry's economic contribution to the State exceeds $2.4 billion per year and employs around 16,000 Queenslanders.
Minister for Sport and Racing and Minister for Olympic and Paralympic Games Tim Mander thanked everyone who participated in the discussion paper process.
"Racing stakeholders have made their voices heard loud and clear throughout this process and I want to thank everyone who took the time to make a submission," Minister Mander said.
"Racing is part of the fabric of many communities across the State and employs thousands of hard-working Queenslanders, so it is vital that, in shaping its future, we get this review right."
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