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Queensland Racing Integrity Commission to undergo independent review

The Queensland racing industry is set to undergo an evaluation of the Queensland Racing Integrity Commission (QRIC) according to an announcement, by Racing Minister Grace...

QRIC stewards close Munce inquiry

Queensland Racing Integrity Commission (QRIC) stewards concluded an inquiry into allegations concerning licensed thoroughbred trainer, Mr Christopher Munce.

QRIC grows its own talent to combat stewards shortage

The Queensland Racing Integrity Commission is tackling the worldwide racing stewards shortage by growing its own talent through its cadet stewards program.

QRIC reports groundbreaking successes in 2022-23 financial year

The Queensland Racing Integrity Commission has released its 2022-23 Annual Report, recording successes and the highest level of integrity in Queensland racing.

Queensland trainer fined over two cocaine charges

Trainer Phillip Bobic charged after cocaine was detected in two different thoroughbred runners at race meetings in Toowoomba and Gatton.

Birdsville Cup 2023 sets the standard for animal welfare.

QRIC had a stronger-than-ever presence to oversee more than one hundred starters competing at the two-day 2023 Birdsville Cup carnival.

Two Queensland horses return positives to cocaine

An Ipswich trainer will face a stewards' inquiry after two of the horses he trains returned positive samples to cocaine.

QRIC steps up presence at Simpson Desert Racing Carnival

Racing participants should prepare to be tested anywhere, anytime throughout the Simpson Desert Racing Carnival according to Racing Queensland.

Compliance Assurance Team cracks down on racing misconduct

A diverse new team of investigators will strengthen the Queensland Racing Integrity Commission (QRIC)'s offensive on misconduct in the racing industry.

Animal welfare centre stage at Winter Racing Carnival 2023

The Queensland Racing Integrity Commission (QRIC)'s mandatory pre-race veterinary checks throughout the 2023 Winter Racing Carnival have been hailed a success.

QRIC Steward strikes ultimate balance with world-class cheerleading

Cadet steward by day, star cheerleader by night, Brisbane's Olivia Legg has perfect balance ... and not just on the mat.

Injured jockey gets back to racing roots as a QRIC steward

Former southeast Queensland jockey Ruby Ride has returned home to racing after a catastrophic injury forced her to retire from riding.

Queensland thoroughbred owners to face stiff fines over full life cycle tracking offences

Queensland’s racing industry regulator will look to impose tough new fines for racing participants who fail to properly track the whereabouts of retired racehorses. The...
Saccharo wins at Birdsville

Birdsville three rubbed out after jigger ruling by stewards

The three convicted Queensland racing participants in the Birdsville jigger case were disqualified on Wednesday. Todd Austin, a thoroughbred trainer, has been disqualified for five...
Birdsville Jigger

Birdsville pair found guilty in jigger inquiry

Queensland thoroughbred trainer Todd Austin has been found guilty of three of the four charges issued by the Queensland Racing Integrity Commission stewards in the...

Qld thoroughbred racing to adopt lower Clenbuterol drug limit from April 1 2023

The racing industry’s latest move to crack down on drug cheats is to reduce the screening limit for the equine drug clenbuterol. The Queensland Racing...

Rockhampton trainer & jockey couple banned for 6 months over animal welfare issues

The Queensland Racing Integrity Commission (QRIC) has disqualified two thoroughbred racing participants for six months for failing to provide proper and sufficient nutrition to two...

Magic Millions Day postponed on the Gold Coast

The marquee raceday on the Gold Coast — The Magic Millions — has been postponed after just two races following heavy rain in the lead-up...

Queensland horse racing to get new integrity review appeals panel

The new Queensland Racing Appeals Panel (QRAP) has been given the green light by the Queensland Government, paving the way for a more efficient and...
2022 Australasian Oaks winner Glint Of Hope

Glint Of Hope, Le Villi to be vetted before Queensland Oaks

QRIC vets have revealed that both Glint Of Hope and Le Villi will require further veterinary inspections following issues discovered on Friday morning. The two...
Robert Heathcote

Race day inspections find banned substance in Heathcote runners

Queensland Racing Integrity Commission (QRIC) Stewards ordered that all four of Rob Heathcote's runners be scratched at Doomben on Saturday, prior to the running of...

Queensland trainer Peter Kings under inquiry over race day treatment

Queensland Racing Integrity Commission (QRIC) Stewards today commenced an inquiry into an Integrity Investigations Team (IIT) report of alleged race day treatment of the Peter...

Jockey suspended for using modified spurs

Country Queensland jockey Joshua King has been suspended for a month after stewards found he used modified spurs in a race at Dalby.

Nick Keal suspended for improper riding

Apprentice Nick Keal has been suspended for a month after admitting riding his horse into another runner after the winning post at Doomben.
Tiffani Brooker

Tiffani Brooker banned on drug charge

Jockey Tiffani Brooker has been disqualified for nine months after giving a urine sample showing a mixture of prohibited drugs.