The Tasmanian Government will end Greyhound racing by 2029 a major step towards ending a cruel system allowing live baiting, animal cruelty, injuries, deaths, drug abuse, gambling

 

In a significant victory for animals, the Tasmanian Government has introduced legislation to phase out greyhound racing, only months after announcing that public funding for the industry will end by 2029. The Greyhound Racing Legislation Amendment Bill 2025 marks a major step toward ending a system that has relied on gambling profits, poor oversight, and the routine exploitation of dogs.

For years, greyhound racing across Australia has been tied to injuries, deaths, over-breeding and even brutal live-baiting practices. In Tasmania, investigations and independent reviews have repeatedly uncovered serious animal welfare breaches and major gaps in tracking greyhounds from birth to death. The government’s decision comes after long-standing community pressure and reflects the growing understanding that the industry cannot meet modern expectations of animal welfare.

Tasmania’s move fits into a wider national and international shift. The Australian Capital Territory (ACT) remains the only Australian jurisdiction with a full ban, showing that ending greyhound racing is both possible and effective. Western Australia is currently holding a parliamentary inquiry into the future of its racing industry, while New South Wales awaits the public release of the Drake Inquiry report and has already seen several tracks close. South Australia is also reviewing its racing regulations amid growing concerns.

Globally, change is accelerating. Aotearoa New Zealand has committed to a national phase-out, and governments in Wales and Scotland have publicly supported ending greyhound racing. Across all these regions, the message is consistent: the industry is incompatible with good welfare standards, and public acceptance is rapidly disappearing.

According to Animals Australia, surveys show that most Australians oppose using taxpayer funds to support greyhound racing, and petitions across multiple states have gathered tens of thousands of signatures. Tasmania’s decision demonstrates what is possible when governments listen to their communities and choose compassion over cruelty.

As Western Australia’s inquiry continues, it now faces a clear choice: join the growing movement toward ending greyhound racing, or remain an outlier supporting an industry built on suffering. Tasmania has shown what real progress looks like.

We must keep speaking up for greyhounds and continue pushing until this cruel industry is ended worldwide.

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174 race horses died in 2024 from racing/training injuries in Australia: the highest number ever recorded but the real figures are probably higher

 

At least 174 racehorses died from racing or training injuries in past 12 months in Australia, report finds

That’s the highest number recorded by the Coalition for the Protection of Racehorses since they began tracking deaths 10 years ago

Eighty-five of the deaths listed in the report were the result of a fatal front limb injury.

The report from the Coalition for the Protection of Racehorses (CPR) was released on Tuesday, one week ahead of Australia’s most important horse race, the Melbourne Cup

The data is based on deaths recorded in official stewards’ reports, media reporting and whistleblower information. CPR’s general manager, Helle Erhardsen, said all deaths listed in the report had been verified via public records, with racing authorities, or directly with the trainer or owner of the affected horse. The report includes both flat and jumps racing and injuries that occurred during training.

Erhardsen said the real figure was likely higher, as fatal injuries that occur in training or at the stables were not publicly reported. A GIPA request made by the group to Racing NSW in February found 138 horses had died or been euthanised as a direct result of injuries sustained in racing or training in 2023-24 – more than twice the number that was counted by CPR for that year.

Twenty horses died as a result of race day accidents in flat races in Victoria in the 2024-25 season. The CPR report, which includes horses in jumps racing and those which were euthanised as the result of an injury sustained in training or trackwork, lists 40.

Eighty-five of the deaths listed in the report were the result of a fatal front limb injury.

Erhardsen said the real figure was likely higher, as fatal injuries that occur in training or at the stables were not publicly reported. A GIPA request made by the group to Racing NSW in February found 138 horses had died or been euthanised as a direct result of injuries sustained in racing or training in 2023-24 – more than twice the number that was counted by CPR for that year.

Twenty horses died as a result of race day accidents in flat races in Victoria in the 2024-25 season. The CPR report, which includes horses in jumps racing and those which were euthanised as the result of an injury sustained in training or trackwork, lists 40.

It comes as Racing Victoria is reeling from allegations made by its general manager of veterinary services, Dr Grace Forbes, in the midst of a Fair Work case. According to a report by the Herald Sun, Forbes alleged she was told by Racing Victoria to be more “flexible”, which she interpreted as a request to be more flexible in her application of the veterinary safety protocols when deciding whether to clear a horse to race.

A spokesperson for Racing Victoria said it was “disappointed to read the unsubstantiated allegations and strongly refute their accuracy and the disparaging comments about Racing Victoria and its staff”.

They said equine welfare was “of the highest priority to Racing Victoria”.

The veterinary safety protocols were introduced in 2021 after seven horses died in the running of the Melbourne Cup between 2013 and 2020, five from a fatal leg injury. Those five were all international entrants.

The veterinary safety protocols require international horses to have a CT scan of all distal limbs before flying to Australia – or an MRI if a CT scan is not available – and a further CT scan ahead of every race in Australia. They also require a number of pre-race examinations by vets appointed by Racing Victoria, including three before the horse boards its international flight, weekly once on the ground in Australia, one before every race, and twice before the Melbourne Cup.

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/oct/28/racehorse-deaths-australia-racing-training-injuries

Wales makes a historic move : no more exploitation of animals for profit and therefore the greyhound racing industry wil stop in 2026

 

Wales has taken a monumental step by announcing a ban on cruel greyhound racing. This marks a major victory for animal welfare, following Aotearoa New Zealand’s groundbreaking decision. This historic move is part of a growing global movement to end the exploitation of animals for profit.

During the announcement, the Welsh government indicated that the ban might be implemented as soon as possible and could be enforced before the next Senedd election in 2026.

Dogs are confined for 20 to 23 hours each day and barely have enough room to stand up or turn around.

Dogs live in warehouse-style kennels, side by side, and in jurisdictions like the United States, in stacked metal cages. They are confined for long hours each day with bedding that consists of carpet remnants or shredded newspaper.

“Now is the right time to move to ban greyhound racing in Wales,” said Deputy First Minister Huw Irranca-Davies, after 35,000 people signed a petition demanding an end to greyhound cruelty.

Wales would become the first country in the United Kingdom to formally outlaw greyhound racing. This historic news comes on the heels of several track closures in England over the past year, with only one track remaining in Scotland. It’s clear that this is part of a growing, global movement to end the exploitation of these gentle dogs for profit. The public sentiment surrounding greyhound racing has shifted dramatically, with increasing recognition of rampant animal cruelty inherent in the industry.

Animals like greyhounds have long been used as commodities in industries that profit from their suffering. From injuries and doping to overbreeding and mass killings, the greyhound racing industry has left a trail of harm in its wake. The race is not just for speed but for gambling — with little regard for the animals involved. This monumental decision represents a powerful stand against the commodification of animals for profit.

While this is a significant victory, it also underscores the urgency of continuing to fight for the liberation of all animals used in exploitative industries. Whether it’s greyhounds used for gambling, factory-farmed animals subjected to inhumane conditions, or wild animals exploited for entertainment, we cannot afford to rest. Every victory, like the one in Wales, serves as a reminder that our collective voices matter, but there is still so much more work that needs to be done.

We extend our deepest gratitude to the coalition of animal welfare organizations and advocates who have tirelessly fought for this historic change, including Dogs Trust, RSPCA Cymru, Blue Cross UK, Greyhound Rescue Wales, and Hope Rescue. Their efforts, along with the thousands of individuals who signed petitions, fostered greyhounds, and spoke out against this cruel industry, have paved the way for this groundbreaking announcement.

As we celebrate this victory, we must continue to press for further change, ensuring that no animal is used for profit, and that they are liberated from the systems of exploitation. The tide is turning, and with continued activism, we can look forward to seeing more countries follow in Wales’ footsteps. 

The fight for animal rights is far from over, but with every victory, we move one step closer to a world where animals are no longer seen as commodities but are recognized for the sentient beings they truly are. Let’s keep pushing for change — together, we can create a future free from exploitation.

Historische beslissing: Een verbod op 'Greyhound racing' in delen van Australië ( heftige video )

Nieuwsbericht:www.peta.nl

met een veganistisch Offerfeest Net als elke andere hond, zijn windhonden loyaal, liefdevol en gevoelig. Helaas zijn ze ook gewild door de race- en gokindustrie om hun snelheid, behendigheid en kracht – duizenden van hen worden daardoor uitgebuit en zwaar mishandeld, en uiteindelijk gedood, voor een afschuwelijk wrede 'sport' genaamd windhondenrennen. De levensverwachting van een windhond is ongeveer 12 tot 14 jaar. Desondanks zal maar liefst 90 procent van windhonden, die als handelswaar geboren worden in de race-industrie, niet langer dan drie tot vijf jaar leven, waarna ze worden vernietigd omdat ze "te langzaam" zijn. Gelukkig wordt de roep om de hondenrennen te sluiten steeds luider, doordat meer zorgzame mensen erachter komen hoe slecht de race-industrie deze prachtige honden behandelt – en hen slechts beschouwt als winstgevende (of geld-verliezende) machines. Vandaag de dag zijn windhondenrennen in verschillende landen verboden en met de hulp van PETA's internationale zusterorganisaties, zijn de dagen van deze wrede 'sport' geteld. Vorig jaar vierden veel Britten feest toen de gemeenteraad unaniem instemde met de plannen om Wimbledon Greyhound Stadium te sluiten en het gebouw te veranderen in nieuwe woningen en een arena voor een AFC Wimbledon voetbalclub. Helaas kwam de toenmalige Londense burgemeester, Boris Johnson, tussenbeide , waardoor nog steeds wrede hondenrennen op het circuit werden gehouden. Nu, na een massale campagne van dierenbeschermingsorganisaties en lokale activisten – waaronder een petitie ondertekend door zo'n 15.000 PETA UK supporters – heeft de nieuwe burgemeester van Londen, Sadiq Khan, het startsein voor de goedkeuring van de aanvraag gegeven, waardoor eindelijk een einde wordt gemaakt aan het leed van honden op dat afschuwelijke circuit. Slechts enkele dagen later werden hondenrennen wereldwijd nogmaals hard getroffen met een historische beslissing door het parlement van Nieuw Zuid-Wales om hondenrennen in de meest bevolkte staat van Australië te beëindigen. Vanaf begin juli kan iedereen die daar windhondenrennen uitvoert, in de gevangenis belanden. Het recente nieuws dat de Australisch Hoofdstedelijk Territorium eveneens van plan is om windhondenrennen te verbieden, maakt duidelijk dat er steeds meer steun is om deze wrede 'sport' over heel Australië uit te roeien, dankzij de hulp van PETA Australië en anderen.

De eerste stap naar een landelijk verbod : Geen greyhound racing meer in New South Wales Australië

Beste Lezers,

Ik neem vandaag vrij en ga dit geweldig nieuws niet vertalen. Ik twijfel er niet aan dat u allemaal Engels kunt lezen. Een fijn dag toegewenst !! Bron: Royal Society for the Protection of Animals ( RSPCA )

RSPCA NSW is very pleased to announce that Greyhound racing will be banned in the state of New South Wales effective 1 July 2017. We have addressed some of the questions you may have about the shutting down of this industry.

The list of concerns regarding the Greyhound racing industry is extensive. RSPCA NSW has voiced our concerns to the various governments over many years. On 7 July 2016, we got the result we were desperately hoping for: The New South Wales Government declared that the practice of Greyhound racing in NSW would stop. The industry has been given 12 months to wind down, and will be banned as of 1 July 2017. It is an incredible result for the thousands of Greyhounds born into this inherently cruel industry.

Below, RSPCA NSW has addressed some of your questions surrounding this issue and this historic result for the Greyhounds of New South Wales. Please note that this list of questions will continue to be updated as more enquiries come in from our supporters. If your question hasn’t been addressed here, RSPCA NSW recommends checking back at a later date.

Not sure what this is all about? Click here to find out more: https://www.rspcansw.org.au/the-issues/greyhound-racing-banned

breeding. Surgical artificial insemination is highly invasive, involves surgery and general anaesthesia, and causes significant pain to the female dog. It is banned by some EU countries as it is considered ethically unacceptable.

oversupply. The report of the Special Commission of Inquiry into the Greyhound Racing Industry in NSW found that between 48,000 and 68,000 Greyhounds – or at least half of all Greyhounds bred to race – have been killed in the last 12 years because they were deemed uncompetitive and therefore would not bring in financial gain.

injury. These include serious bone fractures and muscle injuries. Serious injuries can lead to death on the track or euthanasia.

physical overexertion. This leads to collapsing post-race, heat stress-related injury and seizures due to a lack of oxygen.

inadequate housing. Many Greyhounds are kept in small, barren, single-dog kennels for prolonged periods of time.

a lack of socialisation and environmental enrichment. Many racing Greyhounds are never properly socialised, either with other dogs or with humans. This makes them likely to develop fearfulness and has a negative and significant impact on their welfare.

illegal live baiting. Animals such as piglets, possums and rabbits are used as live lures, and suffer incredible distress, fear and injury. These animals can eventually die a long and painful death.

the administration of banned or unregistered substances, including anabolic steroids, caffeine, cocaine, erythropoietin (EPO), methamphetamines and Viagra. Using these can have severe physical and psychological effects on the Greyhounds.

You can read more about the animal welfare issues associated with Greyhound racing by clicking here.