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The health and wellbeing of all thoroughbreds is, and has always been, at the heart of our culture at the VRC. Our love and respect for horses has fuelled our involvement in the sport of horseracing and will continue to drive our future actions.

We are, all of us, the champions for happy, healthy, thoroughbreds, and we are proud to share these stories with you. 

FACILITIES & PRACTICES

Equine Welfare Measures

A horse’s journey doesn’t end at the finish line after a race; it continues with a series of rituals designed to ensure their wellbeing and recovery. 

FACILITIES & PRACTICES

Care on course

The Racing Victoria veterinary services team is committed to protecting equine welfare and maintaining the integrity of the sport. Each race day, General Manager of Veterinary Services Grace Forbes and her dedicated team care for the health and welfare of the equine athletes.

World leading safety standards retained for 2024 Spring Racing Carnival

World leading safety standards retained for 2024 Spring Racing Carnival

Following a review by a Racing Victoria working group and approval by the Board, Racing Victoria will uphold its safety standards for this year's Spring Racing Carnival, ensuring horse safety. Extra measures for international horses will also be introduced.

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Racing Victoria implements new thoroughbred welfare rule

Racing Victoria implements new thoroughbred welfare rule

The racing industry's enhanced commitment to thoroughbred welfare in Victoria is demonstrated through a new rule that prohibits the sending of live racehorses to knackeries and abattoirs.

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Living Legends welcomes two new additions

Living Legends welcomes two new additions

The latest champions to join notable residents at Living Legends are So Si Bon and Lankan Rupee. They have left a mark on the racing world and will now enjoy a well-deserved retirement and enjoy the admiration of racing fans.

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VETERINARY & RESEARCH

Beach benefits

From city lights to sandy beaches... dual training facilities are now becoming more common for many trainers, as they seek to offer their horses more variety in their care. 

VETERINARY & RESEARCH

Straight from the horses mouth

Mark Burnell explains why dental health is just as important for horses as it is for humans. Network 10 catches up with the equine dental technician at work.

Homesman is where the heart is

Homesman is where the heart is

Revisit Homesman's victory in the TAB Australian Cup and witness his seamless transition into retirement, lovingly guided by his devoted strapper, Tayla Simpson.

Post-race rituals for our equine athletes

Post-race rituals for our equine athletes

After a race, a horse’s journey doesn’t end at the finish line; it continues with a series of rituals designed to ensure their wellbeing and recovery. 

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Making positive change

Making positive change

After conducting research, Dr Alina Vale and her team made recommendations which have improved equine welfare and outcomes. 

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Harnessing the power of technology

Harnessing the power of technology

Technological advancements are revolutionising horse racing for a more efficient and compassionate future. 

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Equine welfare always has and always will be paramount to the VRC. The safety of the horses, along with all racing participants and racegoers, is our absolute number one priority.

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