Rules and Policies
The GRNZ is governed by the Rules of Racing. The Rules of Racing are determined by the Rules of Racing Committee and approved by JCA, RIU and NZRB in accordance with the GRNZ Constitution and the 2003 Racing Act and then authorised by the GRNZ Board. These Rules are then administered by the Association through its Chief Executive, Racing Department and the RIU (Racing Integrity Unit). To complement the Rules, GRNZ also issues and implements a number of regulations and policies. Click on any of the rules or policies below to view.
Master Rules of Racing - Effective from 1 August 2018
Health and Welfare Standards (also referred to as the GRNZ Welfare Code or Code of Welfare) - Effective from 1 August 2018
Clarification: The sizes referred to in the Facility Design Standards (2.3 - 2.5 inclusive) and Breeding (Standard 7.2) apply only to new build and refurbishments.
GRNZ Policies
Please click on the individual policies below for further information.Approved Qualifying Times
Board Approved Lure Policy
Breeding Female Policy - Amended 1 March 2019
Categories of Prohibited Substances
Dress Code Policy - Refer to club for local standards
Ear branding Update
GRNZ Abandonment Guideline / Procedure
GRNZ Import and Grading Policy
Hair Follicle Collection Guidelines
Late Litter Registration Policy
Protocol for Drug and Alcohol Testing of Licensed Persons
Qualifying Trials Policy
Small Breeder Fund Policy
Social Media Policy Licensed Persons
Use of Alternative or Complementary Medicines Policy
Vaccination Policy
Defaulter List
Defaulter List
Health and Safety
Board Responsibilities
Health and Safety Manual
Appendix to H&S Manual
Health and Safety Club Checklist
H&S Safety Meeting Form
H&S Club Contractors Agreement
H&S Accident Incident Register Form
H&S Hazardous Substances Register Form
Trainer and Handler Induction Form
Summary of WHS Impact on Clubs
