Key appointments
The Office of Racing oversees key appointments within the NSW racing industry.
Harness Racing NSW – EOI for Appointment of Board Member
Expressions of Interest (EOIs) are invited from persons wishing to be considered for appointment as a member of the Board of Harness Racing NSW (HRNSW).
HRNSW is established under Part 2 of the Harness Racing Act 2009 (the Act). It has the statutory functions of controlling, supervising and regulating the State’s harness racing industry as well as initiating, developing and implementing policies conducive to the promotion, strategic development and welfare of the industry and the protection of the public interest as it relates to the harness racing industry.
The Minister for Gaming and Racing, the Hon David Harris MP, has established a selection panel to assist with the appointment.
The Act stipulates that it is the duty of each appointed member of HRNSW to act in the public interest and in the interest of the harness racing industry as a whole in the State. The Act also requires that an appointee must have experience in a senior administrative role or experience at a senior level in one or more of the fields of business, finance, law, marketing, technology, commerce, regulatory administration or regulatory enforcement.
The selection panel appointed to undertake the selection process will consider EOIs based on merit, considering a candidate’s abilities, qualifications experience and personal attributes relevant to the performance of the duties of membership of HRNSW.
EOIs are particularly welcome from candidates who possess experience across a range of fields and have an appreciation of the issues affecting the harness racing industry. Competitive candidates will be required to complete a comprehensive probity assessment to be eligible for appointment and should also familiarise themselves with the requirements of the HRNSW Board Code of Conduct.
The NSW Government is committed to diversity and inclusivity on Government boards and committees, and to leading and encouraging diversity in the racing industry. It welcomes EOIs from candidates with diverse backgrounds, in particular female candidates.
Closing date for EOIs is 15 December 2025.
Greyhound Racing NSW – Appointment of Directors
Expressions of Interest (EOIs) are invited from persons wishing to be considered for appointment as a director of the Greyhound Racing NSW (GRNSW) Board.
GRNSW is established by Part 3 of the Greyhound Racing Act 2017 (the Act). Its principal objectives are to be a commercially viable entity, to exhibit a sense of social responsibility by having regard to the welfare of greyhounds and to promote greyhound racing in NSW as a competitive and sustainable industry with a high level of public trust.
The Minister for Gaming and Racing, the Hon David Harris MP, has established an independent selection panel to oversee the process to identify suitable candidates.
The Act stipulates that it is the duty of each appointed director to act in the public interest and in the interests of the greyhound racing industry as a whole in the State.
The selection panel appointed to undertake the selection process will consider EOIs based on merit, taking into account a candidate’s abilities, qualifications experience and personal attributes relevant to the performance of the duties of a director of GRNSW.
Particularly welcome, will be EOIs from candidates who possess experience across a range of fields including business management, government or public service management, accounting or audit and animal welfare or veterinary science. An appreciation of the issues affecting the greyhound racing industry will be highly regarded.
Competitive candidates will be required to complete a comprehensive probity assessment to be eligible for appointment and should also familiarise themselves with the requirements of the GRNSW Board Code of Conduct.
The NSW Government is committed to diversity and inclusivity on Government appointed boards and committees, and to leading and encouraging diversity in the racing industry. It welcomes EOIs from candidates with diverse backgrounds, in particular female candidates.
Closing date for EOIs is 5pm Tuesday, 14 October 2025.
Greyhound Welfare and Integrity Commission – Appointment of Commissioners
Expressions of Interest (EOIs) are invited from persons wishing to be considered for appointment as a Commissioner of the Greyhound Welfare and Integrity Commission (the Commission), including as Chief Commissioner.
The Commission is established by Part 2 of the Greyhound Racing Act 2017 (the Act) as the independent regulator of the greyhound racing industry in NSW. It is established separate from the commercial arm of the industry (Greyhound Racing NSW).
The Commission’s principal objectives include to promote and protect the welfare of greyhounds, safeguard the integrity of the industry and maintain public confidence in greyhound racing.
The Commissioners provide guidance on and oversee the review, establishment, implementation and enforcement of standards, rules, codes and policies. They also provide high level guidance and determinations on applications for registration as an industry participant and investigations into regulatory matters. At least one Commissioner must be a person who has been an Australian lawyer for at least 7 years.
The Commissioners are also required to build and maintain constructive relationships and optimise outcomes by managing multiple stakeholders with diverse and competing interests, while assisting to build and protect the integrity of the Commission as a credible regulator.
The Minister for Gaming and Racing, the Hon David Harris MP, has established an independent selection panel to oversee the process to identify suitable candidates.
The selection panel appointed to undertake the selection process will consider EOIs based on merit, taking into account a candidate’s abilities, qualifications experience and personal attributes relevant to the performance of the duties of a Commissioner.
Competitive candidates will be required to complete a comprehensive probity assessment to be eligible for appointment.
The NSW Government is committed to diversity and inclusivity on Government‑appointed boards and committees, and to leading and encouraging diversity in the racing industry. It welcomes EOIs from candidates with diverse backgrounds, in particular female candidates
Closing date for EOIs is 5pm Tuesday, 14 October 2025.
Racing NSW – Appointment of Members
Expressions of Interest (EOIs) are invited from persons wishing to be considered for appointment as a member of Racing NSW.
Racing NSW is established by section 4 the Thoroughbred Racing Act 1996 (Act). It has the statutory functions of controlling, supervising and regulating the State’s thoroughbred racing industry as well as initiating, developing and implementing policies conducive to the promotion, strategic development and welfare of the industry and the protection of the public interest as it relates to the horse racing industry.
The Minister for Gaming and Racing, the Hon David Harris MP, has established a selection panel process to identify suitable candidates.
The Act stipulates that it is the duty of each appointed member of Racing NSW to act in the public interest and in the interests of the horse racing industry as a whole in the State. The Act also requires that an appointee must have experience in a senior administrative role or experience at a senior level in one or more of the fields of business, finance, law, marketing, technology, commerce, regulatory administration or regulatory enforcement.
The selection panel appointed to undertake the selection process will consider EOIs based on merit, taking into account a candidate’s abilities, qualifications experience and personal attributes relevant to the performance of the duties of membership of Racing NSW.
EOIs are particularly welcome from candidates who possess experience across a range of fields and have an appreciation of the issues affecting the thoroughbred racing industry.
Competitive candidates will be required to complete a comprehensive probity assessment to be eligible for appointment and should also familiarise themselves with the requirements of the Racing NSW Board Code of Conduct.
The NSW Government is committed to diversity and inclusivity on Government-appointed boards and committees, and to leading and encouraging diversity in the racing industry. It welcomes EOIs from candidates with diverse backgrounds, in particular women candidates.
Closing date for EOIs is 5pm Monday, 29 September 2025.