Tasracing Pty Ltd

Over the past five years, $25.9 million has been invested in industry infrastructure, improving racecourses and facilities across Tasmania. Learn more in our full annual report - https://bit.ly/407WJo2

The Tasmanian racing industry generated $189.6 million in direct spending in 2021/22, with flow-on effects contributing nearly $208 million to Tasmania’s economy. Learn more about how Tasracing contributed to the Tasmanian economy in our annual report - https://bit.ly/407WJo2

The racing industry directly sustained 993 full-time equivalent jobs in Tasmania, with a further 742 FTE jobs supported by related industries. Learn more about our job creation in our annual report - https://bit.ly/407WJo2

Twenty feature races across the three codes of racing that will be run as part of the 2024/25 Ladbrokes Tasmanian Summer Racing Festival will offer prize money of more than $2.9 million. A further $500,000 will be offered in harness and thoroughbred country cups in regional parts of the state. The 2024/25 festival started on Wednesday 27 November with the running of the $150,000 Newmarket for thoroughbreds over 1200-metres in Launceston and will finish with the $250,000 Ladbrokes Launceston Cup on 26 February 2025. The 2024/25 festival will include the Ladbrokes Hobart and Devonport Cups for thoroughbreds, The Chase, the Ladbrokes Hobart Thousand and the Ladbrokes Launceston Cup for greyhounds, and The Golden Apple and the Hobart and Devonport Cups for harness. Read full media release - https://bit.ly/3BiMUcM

So good to play 9 and meet the Pres at Colebrook GC, this year’s winners of the Ladbrokes Australia Community Sports Series race on Hobart Cup Day. A $10k big cheque goes a long way for a club run by volunteers. Just another example of racing contributing to the Tassie community

Over September and October, the Tasracing team came together to support the S.H.E. Gynaecological Cancer Group, a fantastic local organisation raising awareness and providing support for gynaecological cancers. A huge highlight was the return of the Tasracing Bake Off, with nine talented bakers competing for the ultimate title. Each Monday, staff indulged in homemade cakes, slices, and pies, judging them on appearance, texture, crumb, and taste—all for just $2 per tasting. We’re thrilled to announce our 2024 Bake Off Champion: Rebecca Horswell! 🏆👏 Thanks to everyone who participated and contributed—whether by baking, tasting, or donating—Tasracing raised a total of $656.25 through the Bake Off and other fundraising initiatives. Every dollar will be donated to S.H.E., helping them continue their incredible work. 💜 Supporting local. 💜 Raising awareness. 💜 Having fun while doing it!

What an incredible night last Friday at the Dynamo Series, hosted by the Tasmanian Trotting Club! 🐴🏆 The event was a huge hit, with over 45 community clubs joining in and around 500 guests enjoying an exciting evening of racing, prizes, and fun. Over $13,000 in prizes were won by Tasmanian sporting organisations, and the highlight of the night was trainer Paul Williams' horse, Shooin, taking out the fastest horse of the night, driven by Gareth Rattray. It was a fantastic celebration of community spirit, bringing sporting clubs and locals together for a memorable night at the track. 🙌 Check out the full album 📸 - https://bit.ly/3Cu2C56

The Tasmanian Government’s racing reforms have taken a significant step forward with the appointment of the State’s first Tasmanian Racing Integrity Commissioner. Experienced racing and sports integrity leader Sean Carroll has been appointed to the position. Minister for Racing, Jane Howlett, said Mr Carroll brings with him a strong record of industry engagement and integrity enforcement. “We are very pleased to appoint Mr Carroll to this role, which is central to delivering on our commitment to introduce a racing framework based on best practice,” Minister Howlett said. “The reforms, which were passed into legislation in September, will deliver a contemporary, effective, and fit for purpose model for regulation and integrity. “Mr Carroll will have extensive powers to set integrity and animal welfare standards and comprehensive investigatory functions across all three codes of racing in Tasmania – harness, thoroughbred, and greyhound.” Mr Carroll has been the Victorian Racing Integrity Commissioner since March 2021 where he conducted an independent review into the Victorian Racing Industry Victim Support and Complaint Processes. Before being appointed Commissioner, Mr Carroll was the Head of Integrity and Security at Cricket Australia where he developed and implemented an integrity framework. Mr Carroll said he was looking forward to taking on the new role. “The opportunity to shape and deliver the largest integrity reforms in decades through the Racing Regulation and Integrity Bill is one I welcome. “This model is based on evidence and industry best practice, and I am look forward to my role in its implementation. “Getting out and meeting with participants and industry across all the codes and gaining a better understanding of their needs and challenges will be my key focus.” Minister Howlett said the legislative changes will come into effect on 1 February 2025, when the legislation is proclaimed. She said on that date, TasRacing will become operationally responsible for all three codes of racing, including pre-race day and race day management, stewards, and animal welfare. “We will always back the racing industry because it supports families and jobs in rural and regional communities, generates close to $208 million in economic activity per year, and involves more than 6,400 people across Tasmania,” Minister Howlett said. “Racing is a big part of our 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Future, and we are getting on with the job of delivering that Plan.” Tasracing Pty Ltd Tasmanian Turf Club Tasmanian Racing Club Inc Ladbrokes Australia Magic Millions Devonport Racing Club Hobart Greyhound Racing Club North West Greyhound Racing Club Harness Racing Australia https://lnkd.in/g-QNmP4b

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The Colebrook Golf Club was one of three sporting clubs to land a $10,000 cheque as part of the 2024 Ladbrokes Community Sports Series, and registrations are now open for 2025. What would your club do with $10,000? Enter now - https://lnkd.in/gwt2Pv-9