The Tasmanian Racing Integrity Commissioner has developed the draft Greyhound Racing Transition Plan:
Draft Greyhound Racing Transition Plan (PDF 3Mb)
The Draft Plan outlines proposed arrangements to support participants, protect greyhound welfare, manage rehoming outcomes, and oversee the transition process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is a Transition Plan required?
The proposed Greyhound Racing Legislation Amendments (Phasing Out Reform) Bill 2025 requires a Greyhound Racing Transition Plan to be developed to guide implementation of the phase-out of greyhound racing in Tasmania.
To support the Bill, the Draft Transition Plan sets out proposed arrangements for participant support, greyhound welfare and rehoming, integrity functions and management of the transition process.
Why is a draft Transition Plan being released?
Release of the Draft Transition Plan provides industry participants, stakeholders and the broader community with information on the proposed approach to managing the transition from greyhound racing in Tasmania.
Who developed the Draft Transition Plan?
The Draft Transition Plan was prepared by the Tasmanian Racing Integrity Commissioner at the request of the Tasmanian Government, with support from a working group comprising representatives from TasRacing, animal welfare experts and community representatives.
Does the Draft Transition Plan make any final decisions?
No. The Draft Transition Plan may be refined if the Tasmanian Racing Integrity Commissioner considers it appropriate. Any final arrangements will also be subject to the legislative framework established by Parliament.
What does the Draft Transition Plan propose?
The Draft Transition Plan includes proposed arrangements relating to participant assistance measures, greyhound welfare and rehoming arrangements, future integrity functions, and governance and oversight arrangements to manage the transition process.
The Draft Transition Plan is not final and will be subject to the legislative framework established by Parliament.
What will happen to greyhounds currently involved in racing?
The Draft Transition Plan includes proposed measures to support greyhound welfare and rehoming outcomes throughout the transition period.
Will greyhound racing stop immediately?
No. The Tasmanian Government has committed to an orderly phase-out of greyhound racing by 30 June 2029. The Draft Transition Plan outlines proposed arrangements to support that transition.
Will financial assistance be available?
The Draft Transition Plan outlines the proposed Financial Assistance Scheme aimed at providing equitable and appropriately targeted assistance measures if the Bill is enacted.
Has funding for the Transition Plan been approved?
Any future funding requirements will be considered by the Tasmanian Government through normal budget processes.
Is the Voluntary Exit Scheme still open?
Yes. Expressions of Interest for the Voluntary Exit Scheme are open up to 31 December 2026 and are made to the Tasmanian Racing Integrity Commissioner.
What happens next?
Subject to the legislative framework established by Parliament further refinements to the Draft Transition Plan will be considered prior to it being finalised.