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.
Latest News
- 11Apr 2024QRIC engages independent investigation into processes around protest decisions
- 10Apr 2024Pre-race veterinary exams required for 2024 Winter Carnival Group 1 and certain 2YO races
- 9Apr 2024Industry Notice: Queensland-first harness Concussion Protocol now in effect
- 1Apr 2024QRIC to review upheld protest
- 1Mar 2024QRIC is following up on Harness Traceability
Latest Events
- 20Apr 2024HOMEWARD HOUNDS: Brisbane Adoption Event
- 20Apr 2024HOMEWARD HOUNDS NQ: Adoption Event
Love country racing? Work with us
Did you know that racing happens right across Queensland? If you are located in a regional area and would like to work with racing animals, QRIC has positions available. We need people to help with our animal welfare and integrity services for horse racing, harness racing and greyhound racing.
Regional positions include:
- Stewards
- Cadet Stewards
- Sample Collection Officers
- Veterinarians
Register your interest to work with QRIC.
Casual, part-time and full-time positions are available.
Apply now via the SmartJobs website. Direct any questions to careers@qric.qld.gov.au.
Latest reports and decisions
- 17Apr 2024
QRIC stewards concluded an inquiry into findings that the substances codeine, morphine and norodeine were detected in the post-race urine sample of greyhound Red Cloud.
Download full report (pdf, 136 KB) | View report for Jason Scmidt
- 17Apr 2024
QRIC stewards concluded an inquiry into findings that the prohibited substance gabapentin was detected in a post-race urine sample from greyhound Cyclone Winston.
Download full report (pdf, 130 KB) | View report for Malcom Willoughby
- 17Apr 2024
In March 2024, QRIC stewards conducted an inquiry on the conduct of licensed trainer and owner Mr Gregory Pickard.
Download full report (pdf, 143 KB) | View report for Gregory Pickard