- The Racing Queensland Board will be amended to ensure broader industry representation.
- The new board will oversee the implementation of the Crisafulli Government's reforms in response to the Racing Review.
- This marks the first of the reforms aimed at strengthening the racing industry and improving animal welfare.
- The Crisafulli Government is delivering a plan for Queensland's future after a decade of decline under Labor.
The Crisafulli Government is delivering a plan for Queensland's future with important changes to the Racing Queensland Board, aimed at overseeing vital reforms for Queensland's racing industry.
Amendments to the Racing Act 2002 will ensure the Board has a representative from each of the racing codes to ensure the views of the whole racing industry in Queensland are reflected.
The new-look Board will also be broadened to ensure there is a representative from country racing, reflecting the importance of country racing to the Queensland industry and a member with expertise in integrity as a clear signal of the Government's commitment to upholding the highest levels of integrity.
The amendments also ensure the industry's governance model is more efficient and effective with greater flexibility in the appointment process.
Improving governance is a key component of the reforms laid out in the Crisafulli Government's The Next Lap: A plan for the future of Queensland racing, released in December 2025.
The Crisafulli Government accepted or accepted in-principle 105 recommendations made in the Review and is delivering for the racing industry after 10 years of decline under Labor.
Minister for Sport and Racing and Minister for the Olympic and Paralympic Games Tim Mander said implementing changes to the Board was the first step in progressing much-needed reforms for Queensland's racing industry.
"The Crisafulli Government is delivering its plan for the future of Queensland racing and that starts with these changes to the Board which will oversee the industry reforms," Minister Mander said.
"Racing's impact on the state is now close to $2.5 billion per year and is responsible for around 14,500 full-time jobs for Queenslanders, so it's vital we ensure it will grow and prosper well into the future.
"During the Review process, we listened to the racing community from across the state and determined the changes that needed to be made, including governance as a matter of urgency.
"It's imperative we have a Board that not only represents the three codes of racing, but also represents the entire racing community, particularly country racing.
"We are determined to have these reforms implemented as soon as possible, because we want a stronger and safer racing industry that benefits participants, animals, stakeholders and every Queenslander."
