Standards and rules
Local Rules of Racing
The local Rules of Racing for greyhounds are set by the Control Body Racing Queensland. The Rules of Racing are available on the Racing Queensland website
Greyhounds Australasia has amended the Greyhounds Australasia Rules (GAR) which became effective 1 December 2016.
For information about other industry policies visit the Racing Queensland policy page.
Personal Property Security Act
The Personal Property Securities Act 2009 came into effect in 2012.
Any owner of a horse or greyhound who enters into an agreement for the training or care of an animal may be affected by this legislation. This includes all types of ownership, agistment and training.
Failure to register an interest in a horse or greyhound could result in other parties gaining possession of the horse or greyhound in certain circumstances.
For information visit the PPS webpage or contact the Australian Government Help Line: 1300 007 777 or email: enquiries@ppsr.gov.au
Standards and rules
The QRIC licensing standard is used to assess applications and renewals for participants in the racing industry. The licensing standard is based directly on the licensing scheme policy previously used previously by Racing Queensland.
Queensland Racing Integrity Commission licensing standard as at July 2020:
Greyhound Penalty Guidelines
The greyhound penalty guidelines provide advice to participants about the penalties that may be imposed where a disciplinary action offence in the greyhound code of racing in Queensland is proven.
Contact us for further information
Level 2
60 Kingsford Smith Drive
ALBION QLD 4010
Ph: 1300 087 021 (Reception hours are 8.30am–4pm, Mon–Fri)
Our postal address is:
Queensland Racing Integrity Commission
PO BOX 650
Hamilton Central QLD 4007
Email: admin@qric.qld.gov.au