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The Latest Breaking News from Greyhound Racing NSW

Retired greyhounds to continue to be rehomed overseas despite ‘distressing and sometimes fatal’ outcomes

Independent review calls for sweeping restructure of NSW’s greyhound racing industry but government rejects key recommendations

The Guardian - AU

Sydney’s home of greyhound racing to become shared green space as Minns unveils Wentworth Park plan

NSW premier says parkland and sports grounds will support more than 7,000 new homes in Blackwattle Bay area, as racing industry concedes ‘the world has moved on’

The Guardian - AU

Judge gives the media a serve over criticism of rape prosecutions

Judge John Pickering defends NSW DPP Sally Dowling and fomer ACT DPP Shane Drumgold against sustained attacks. Plus: what Gina Rinehart wants for Christmas

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'Troubling allegations' probed at Greyhound inquiry

The greyhound racing industry in NSW is facing a government inquiry after board resignations and the release of a scathing report alleging welfare concerns.

AAP

Ex-police watchdog to oversee greyhound industry probe

Alleged greyhound welfare breaches will be investigated properly despite a decision not to ban racing, says the NSW minister in charge of overseeing the sport.

AAP

NSW premier hosing down greyhound racing ban before inquiry a ‘mockery’, Animal Justice MP says

Emma Hurst blasts ‘absurd turn of events’ and calls for public reassurance after damning allegations dog deaths are higher than thought

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Greyhound welfare claims dog embattled racing industry

The greyhound industry is in fresh turmoil with an investigation looming into claims deaths were hidden and dogs pushed to race at levels causing injuries.

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Dire straits for greyhound industry board

NSW racing minister David Harris has threatened to sack the greyhound industry's governing board after it allegedly failed to manage operational complaints.

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Greyhound racing turns corner with track safety plans

A new safety and welfare strategy announced by Greyhound Racing NSW after the industry escaped a ban is set to permanently close some regional tracks.

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Graphic images of death of greyhound in Wagga Wagga reignite safety debate

Joyous Treasure was the 27th dog to die on a NSW racetrack this year. An anti-racing group says the "traumatic" accident highlights ongoing issues with track designs and animal welfare.

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Upper Hunter greyhound rehoming kennels rejected after community opposition

The "world-first" $30 million facility was slated for the NSW Hunter Valley town of Martindale, but the industry says it will take the plans elsewhere.

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Newcastle Greyhounds Racing Club facing change

Newcastle Greyhounds director Garry Kedwell said The Gardens-based racing club will become "basically a social club" under a change to be presented to members at an extraordinary general meeting on Wednesday night. But Kedwell believes Greyhound Racing NSW's permanent takeover of racing at the Birmingham Gardens track should ensure continued…

Newcastle Herald

Painful and invasive racing greyhound breeding technique should be banned, vets say

‘Horrific’ technique which involves removing the uterus is unnecessary and outdated, animal welfare activists say

The Guardian - AU

Greyhounds: French Martini's emotion-charged Black Top

"Never in my wildest dreams did I expect her to do what she's done in her career."

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Greyhounds: Melbourne Cup next for Newcastle-owned French Martini after Black Top final

"I keep thinking surely she can't make another one, but everything she's been in she's made. She's a good one."

ABC News

Greyhound racing heartland devastated by closure of flood-affected Lismore track

Greyhound racing in northern New South Wales has been dealt a blow by a decision to permanently close Lismore's track.

AAP

Greyhound racing 'wholesome', inquiry told

The rapid transformation of greyhound racing has improved the "family-based" and "wholesome" sport since almost being banned in NSW, its governing body says.

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