The Queensland Racing Integrity Commission
The Queensland Racing Integrity Commission (QRIC) is an independent statutory body which oversees the welfare standards of racing animals and the integrity of racing industry participants in Queensland.
The Queensland Racing Integrity Commission Annual Report 2024-2025
Latest News
- 28Nov 2025Upholding Integrity: Who in the Thoroughbred Industry Can and Cannot Bet
- 28Nov 2025Betting Restrictions in Harness Racing: Safeguarding Integrity and Public Confidence
- 28Nov 2025Betting Restrictions in Greyhound Racing: Protecting Integrity and Public Confidence
- 21Nov 2025Track Arrival and Parade Procedures – QLD Summer Harness Carnival
- 21Nov 2025Rule Changes to Arrival Times and Dual-Acceptors
Latest reports and decisions
- 11Dec 2025
Mr Barry Taylor failed to attend a Stewards inquiry on 21 November 2025, which he was directed to attend by Stewards on 3 November 2025. Stewards determined that Mr Barry Taylor be Warned Off, until such time he presents himself for questioning in relation to his greyhounds and the remaining open inquiry is finalised.
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- 11Dec 2025
Ms Heather Warland a licensed C Grade driver with the Queensland Racing Integrity Commission in contravention of AHR rule 241 engaged in fraudulent behaviour connection with harness racing. Stewards determined that the driver’s license of Heather Warland be suspended for period of six (6) months from midnight 3 December 2025.
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- 11Dec 2025
On Sunday, 9 November 2025, following the completion of Race 1 at the Marburg Race meeting, Alistair Barnes, who was at all relevant times a licensed trainer, physically assaulted Brendan Barnes, a licensed driver, within the designated race day stall area. The incident occurred near other participants and officials, immediately after the horses had returned from the track. Stewards determined that the trainers license of Alistair Barnes be suspended for period of four (4) months from midnight 2 December 2025.
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