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  "strategy_brief_md": "# Greyhound Welfare and Integrity Commission — Strategy Brief\n\n**Reporting period**: 2024-25\n**Corporate plan in force**: 2025-26\n**Annual Report**: [2024-25](https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-12/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202024-25.pdf)\n\n## Vision\n\n> To promote and protect the welfare of greyhounds and safeguard the integrity of greyhounds racing and betting in NSW [CP p.10]\n\n## Our purpose / purposes\n\n> The Commission’s principal functions are to: Promote and protect the welfare of greyhounds. Safeguard the integrity of greyhounds racing and betting. Maintain public confidence in the greyhound racing industry [AR p.10](https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-12/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202024-25.pdf#page=10)\n\n## How we deliver\n\n> The Commission’s traceability function gathered significant momentum this year with the development of a risk-based framework. It provides us with the ability to hold participants who fail to meet greyhound check-in requirements accountable [AR p.8](https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-12/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202024-25.pdf#page=8)\n\n## Government priorities for this department\n\n- Promote and protect the welfare of greyhounds\n- Safeguard the integrity of greyhounds racing and betting\n- Maintain public confidence in the greyhound racing industry\n\n## Outcomes\n\n### Outcome 1: Greyhound Welfare\nThe Commission plays a crucial role in establishing and enforcing high welfare standards throughout a greyhound’s life, from breeding to end of life. [CP p.[14, 15]]\n\n**Key activities:**\n- Examining all greyhounds pre-race to ensure their fitness to race\n- Undertaking injury detection via race observation, gait analysis and clinical examination\n\n### Outcome 2: Greyhound Integrity\nThe Commission continues to play a central role in maintaining the welfare, integrity, and accountability of the New South Wales greyhound racing industry. [CP p.[17, 18]]\n\n**Key activities:**\n- Stewards issued notices for matters related to the performance of greyhounds in races\n- Detection of prohibited substances in greyhounds\n\n### Outcome 3: Public Confidence\nThe Commission’s role is to maintain public confidence in the greyhound racing industry. [CP p.[22]]\n\n**Key activities:**\n- Being a trusted, fair, firm and impartial regulator\n- Providing excellent customer service\n\n## Values and principles\n\n- Integrity\n- Accountability\n- Transparency\n\n## What they will measure themselves on this year (targets from 2025-26 corporate plan)\n\n| Code | Measure | Target | Source |\n|---|---|---|---|\n| CCE01 | On-track euthanasia | Reduction in on-track euthanasia |  |\n| CCE02 | Greyhound whelpings | Increase in number of pups whelped |  |\n\n## How they performed last year (results from 2024-25 annual report)\n\n| Code | Measure | Result | Status | Source |\n|---|---|---|---|---|\n| CCE01 | On-track euthanasia | 87 percent decline in on-track euthanasia since the Commission’s first year of operation | Achieved | [AR p.[11]](https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-12/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202024-25.pdf#page=[11]) |\n| CCE02 | Greyhound whelpings | 2,915 pups whelped from 429 litters in New South Wales | Achieved | [AR p.[29]](https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-12/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202024-25.pdf#page=[29]) |",
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  "internal_strategy_evidence_md": "# Greyhound Welfare and Integrity Commission - Strategy, Performance, and Operating Profile\n\n**Generated at**: 2026-05-09T22:45:07.830837+00:00\n**Entity ID**: S-NSW-046\n**Entity type**: Statutory Authority\n**Jurisdiction**: NSW\n**Portfolio**: \n**Website**: https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/\n\n> Draft generated from scraped source material. Treat this as an evidence pack for editorial review, not a final judgement.\n\n## Source Coverage\n\n| Source type | Count |\n|---|---:|\n| annual-reports | 5 |\n| other-pdfs | 5 |\n| pages | 20 |\n| reviews | 1 |\n| strategies | 1 |\n\n## Executive Readout\n\n### Purpose\n\n- In​2023/24,​22​greyhounds​died​or​were​euthanased​at​\nrace​tracks​in​NSW.​​While​any​death​of​a​greyhound​ While​the​Commission​has​no​specific​statutory​role​in​\nin​racing​is​regrettable,​this​represents​a​significant​68​ respect​of​this​program,​as​our​functions​and​objectives​\npercent​decline​from​the​66​that​died​at​race​tracks​in​ include​the​protection​of​greyhound​welfare​and​the​\n2022/23.​ maintenance​of​public​confidence​in​the​industry,​and​as​\nsuch​we​conducted​the​audit.​The​audit​made​a​number​\nThe​implementation​of​robust​and​evidence-based​\nof​observations​and​provided​recommendations​to​\nstrategies​to​improve​welfare​outcomes​has​resulted​in​this​\nimprove​governance​and​oversight​of​the​program.​\ndecline​and​continues​a​significant​downward​trend,​with​a​\n77​percent​reduction​in​on-track​euthanasia​since​2018.​ Industry engagement\n  Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-11/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202023-24.pdf)`\n- The following new Accounting Standards/Interpretations have been issued but are not yet effective:\n• AASB 17 Insurance Contracts\n• AASB 1060 General Purpose Financial Statements – Simplified Disclosures for For-Profit and Not-for-\nProfit Tier 2 Entities\n• AASB 2020-1 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards – Classification of Liabilities as Current\nor Non-current\n• AASB 2020-3 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards – Annual Improvements 2018–2020 and\nOther Amendments\n• AASB 2020-5 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards – Insurance Contracts\n• AASB 2020-6 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards – Classification of Liabilities as Current\nor Non-current – Deferral of Effective Date\n• AASB 2020-7 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards – Covid-19-Related Rent Concessions:\nTier 2 Disclosures\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)`\n- Table 13: Consultancies equal to or more than $50,000\nConsultant Purpose Amount\nBrooke Institute Salesforce integration $140,000\nAssistance with business case for greyhound tracking\nBrooke Institute $13,750\nproject\nTotal $153,750\nANNUAL REPORT COSTS\nThis report was prepared by staff of the Commission.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)`\n- New standards, amendments and interpretations effective for the first time in FY2021-22 do not have an impact on\nthe financial statements of the Group:\n• AASB 2020-5 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards – Insurance Contracts\n• AASB 2020-7 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards – Covid-19-Related Rent Concessions: Tier 2\n• Disclosures\n• AASB 2020-8 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards – Interest Rate Benchmark Reform – Phase 2\n• AASB 2020-9 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards – Tier 2 Disclosures: Interest Rate Benchmark\nReform (Phase 2) and Other Amendments\n• AASB 2021-3 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards – Covid-19-Related Rent Concessions beyond 30\nJune 2021\n• AASB 1060 General Purpose Financial Statements – Simplified Disclosures for For-Profit and Not-for-Profit Tier 2\nEntities\n(ii) Issued but Not Yet Effective\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202021-22.pdf)`\n\n### Role and Functions\n\n- In​2023/24,​22​greyhounds​died​or​were​euthanased​at​\nrace​tracks​in​NSW.​​While​any​death​of​a​greyhound​ While​the​Commission​has​no​specific​statutory​role​in​\nin​racing​is​regrettable,​this​represents​a​significant​68​ respect​of​this​program,​as​our​functions​and​objectives​\npercent​decline​from​the​66​that​died​at​race​tracks​in​ include​the​protection​of​greyhound​welfare​and​the​\n2022/23.​ maintenance​of​public​confidence​in​the​industry,​and​as​\nsuch​we​conducted​the​audit.​The​audit​made​a​number​\nThe​implementation​of​robust​and​evidence-based​\nof​observations​and​provided​recommendations​to​\nstrategies​to​improve​welfare​outcomes​has​resulted​in​this​\nimprove​governance​and​oversight​of​the​program.​\ndecline​and​continues​a​significant​downward​trend,​with​a​\n77​percent​reduction​in​on-track​euthanasia​since​2018.​ Industry engagement\n  Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-11/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202023-24.pdf)`\n- Core​Requirements​3.1​and​3.2​–\n▪ The​Commission​joined​a​Shared​Arrangement\nAudit​and​Risk​Committee​\nAgreement​on​10​March​2023​to​share​an​internal\naudit​function​and​an​Audit​and​Risk​Committee,\nand​the​Authority​is​now​fully​compliant​with​Core\nRequirements​2.1,​2.2,​2.3,​3.1​and​3.2.\n▪ TPP20-08​directs​that​these​requirements​be\nmarked as ‘In transition’ as they were not\nimplemented​and​maintained​for​the​full​financial\nyear\nThese processes, including the practicable alternative measures implemented, demonstrate that the​\nGreyhound​ Welfare​&​Integrity​Commission has established and maintained frameworks, including\nsystems, processes and procedures for appropriately managing audit and risk within the​Authority.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2022-23.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202022-23.pdf)`\n- RELEASE OF GOVERNMENT INFORMATION\nIn​accordance​with​sections​25​and​26​of​the​Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009​(GIPA​Act),​the​\nCommission​publishes​in​its​Disclosure​Log​on​the​Commission’s​website​details​of​information​released​in​response​\nto​access​applications​that​may​be​of​interest​to​other​members​of​the​public.​\nThere​was​one​formal​access​application​under​the​GIPA​Act​received​during​2023/24.​Statistical​information​relating​\nto​applications​to​the​Commission​is​available​at​Appendix​C.​The​low​number​of​formal​requests​received​under​the​\nGIPA​Act​may​be​a​result​of​the​Commission’s​policy​of​transparent​and​proactive​reporting​of​information​in​relation​to​\nits​functions​and​activities.​Accordingly,​those​with​an​interest​in​the​industry​can​access​pertinent​information​without​\nhaving​to​make​formal​GIPA​Act​access​applications.​\n  Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-11/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202023-24.pdf)`\n- [pages 23,24,25,26,27,28]\nCAPABILITIES\nIn​the​past​year,​the​Commission​has​actively​enhanced​its​learning​and​development​initiatives​to​support​employee​\ngrowth​and​well-being.​We​are​pleased​to​report​that​42%​of​our​employees​engaged​with​e-learning​content,​\nbenefiting​from​the​regular​updates​provided​on​the​wide​range​of​opportunities​available​through​our​portfolio​agency.​\nAdditionally,​two​employees​have​been​trained​in​Mental​Health​First​Aid,​and​we​have​a​trained​Work​Health​\nand​Safety​(WHS)​committee.​The​leadership​team​also​participated​in​a​one-day​intensive​workshop​focused​on​\npsychological​safety​in​the​workplace.​These​efforts​reflect​our​ongoing​commitment​to​fostering​a​safe​and​supportive​\nenvironment​for​all​staff​members.​\nANNUAL REPORT 2023/24 GREYHOUND WELFARE & INTEGRITY COMMISSION 23\n  Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-11/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202023-24.pdf)`\n- [Page 37]\nFINANCIAL PERFORMANCE\nThe​Commission’s​financial​statements​present​the​financial​performance​and​the​position​of​the​Commission\nfor​the​reporting​period​2023/24.​\nFUNDING\nThe​Commission’s​sources​of​funding​for​the​year​to​30​June​2024​comprised​funding​from​the​point​of​consumption​\ntax​on​wagering,​own-source​revenue​such​as​registration​fees​and​appropriations​through​the​Department​of​\nEnterprise,​Investment​&​Trade​(DEIT).​\nTable 12: Summary of income\n2023/24 2022/23 2021/22 2020/21 2019/20\n($000) ($000) ($000) ($000) ($000)\nGreyhound​Racing​NSW 0 0 0 10,880 8,403\nShare​of​wagering​point​of​consumption​tax 12,925 11,114 6,210 0 0\nNSW​Government​Grants​(Portfolio/\n9,500 9,500 9,981 0 0\nDepartment)\nNSW​Government​Grants​-​Department​\n0 0 3,590 4,985 7,000\nspecial​purpose\nIn​kind​contribution​/​grants\n-​Department​of​customer​service 0 0 0 292 0\n  Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-11/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202023-24.pdf)`\n- This is further disclosed in Note 19 Administered Income.\n$’000 $’000 $’000\n30 June 2024 – fair value\nCash and cash equivalent assets recognised in the Statement of Financial Position are reconciled at the end of the\nGross carrying amount 251 972 1,223\nfinancial year as shown in the Statement of Cash Flows as follows:\nAccumulated depreciation and impairment\n(155) (603) (758)\nConsolidated Parent\n2024 2023 2024 2023 Net carrying amount 96 369 465\n$’000 $’000 $’000 $’000\nCash and cash equivalents 30 June 2023 – fair value\n(as per Statement of Financial Position) 8,621 3,997 8,621 3,997 Gross carrying amount 251 972 1,223\nAccumulated depreciation and impairment\nClosing cash and cash equivalents (72) (494) (566)\n(as per Statement of Cash Flows) 8,621 3,997 8,621 3,997\nNet carrying amount 179 478 657\n  Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-11/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202023-24.pdf)`\n\n### Strategic Priorities\n\n- [Page 3]\nCONTENTS\nForeword from the Chief Commissioner 5\nForeword from the Chief Executive Officer 7\nAbout the Greyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission 8\nStatistical snapshot 2020/21 9\nAchievements 10\nStatutory Review 11\nSelect Committee 11\nWELFARE 12\nNSW Greyhound Welfare Code of Practice 12\nGreyhound Industry Animal Welfare Committee 12\nVeterinary guidance 12\nInspection of kennels 13\nNew and amended policies 14\nINTEGRITY AND COMPLIANCE 15\nRace day integrity services 15\nProhibited substances detection program 16\nThreshold warnings for cobalt and arsenic 16\nReports of potential non-compliance 17\nInvestigations 17\nDisciplinary matters 18\nAppeal and internal review of Commission decisions 18\nLegislative and rule changes 18\nPUBLIC CONFIDENCE AND CUSTOMER SERVICE 19\nCommitment to customer service 19\nTransparent reporting 19\n2021 Registration Renewal Program 19\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)`\n- [Page 4]\nORGANISATIONAL GOVERNANCE AND PEOPLE 30\nOrganisational structure 30\nOur leaders 30\nManagement groups and committees 31\nExecutive officers 32\nNon-executive officers 33\nEmployment conditions 33\nWorkforce diversity 33\nWork health and safety 33\nHuman resources policies 34\nFINANCIAL PERFORMANCE 35\nFunding 35\nExpenditure 35\nFinancial position 36\nFinancial Statements 37\nADDITIONAL REPORTING REQUIREMENTS 66\nGreyhound Racing Regulation requirements 66\nConsultancies 66\nAnnual report costs 66\nRisk management and insurance activities 66\nPrivacy and personal Information 66\nOther disclosures 66\nADDITIONAL OPERATIONAL MATTERS 67\nCyber security attestation 67\nAPPENDIX A 68\nAPPENDIX B 70\nAPPENDIX C 73\nINDEX 76\nANNUAL REPORT 2020/21\n4\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)`\n- CAPABILITY\n• The 2021-24 Strategic Plan was finalised.\n• The 2021 Business Plan was developed.\n• The 2021-24 strategic and business planning process commenced.\n• $3.6m government funding for a digital strategy to improve tracking and monitoring of NSW registered\ngreyhounds was granted.\n• Streamlining registration business processes to enhance digital pathways for customers was commenced.\n• Track staff engaged as swabbing officials received formal training.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)`\n- The number of kennel inspections conducted in 2020/21\nwas similar to the number of inspections completed in 2019/20 (309) but was less than half of that completed in the\n2018/19 reporting period as a result of inspectors being engaged in the Greyhound Register Reconciliation Program\nand travel restrictions associated with COVID-19.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)`\n- [Page 22]\nINVESTMENT IN STAFF CAPABILITIES\nIn 2020/21 the investment priority has been improving the compliance skills and knowledge of swabbing officials, both\nCommission and Club appointed staff.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)`\n- Table 6: Greyhound retirements reported in 2020/21\nDestination Greyhounds %\nRetained by industry participant as pet or for breeding 403 28%\nRehomed privately by owner or trainer to a non-participant as a pet 229 16%\nAccepted by Greyhounds As Pets 339 24%\nAccepted by another animal adoption or rescue organisation 447 32%\nRetired before 1 July 2020 2 0%\nTotal 1,420 100%\nSource: OneGov 13/8/2021\nGREYHOUND MORTALITY\nA total of 659 greyhound mortalities were reported 2020/21 (Table 7), of which 71% were the result of euthanasia.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)`\n- [Page 34]\nTable 11: Reported work health and safety incidents\nReported within 24\nType of notification Number %\nhours\nInjury/Illness 1 15% 100%\nDangerous occurrence 6 85% 100%\nHazard / damage 0 0% 100%\nNear miss 0 0% 100%\nHUMAN RESOURCES POLICIES\nIn 2020/21 the Commission implemented the below policies and procedures for staff:\n• revised induction checklist for all new starters\n• updated Code of Ethics and Conduct\n• updated recruitment and selection process.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)`\n- [pages 36,37,38,39,40]\ner and Minister for Better Regulation and Innovation\nrelating to the Commission’s budget needs for 2021/22, sources of funding, monitoring and mitigation of risks and\nfurther work necessary to determine an effective funding model for future years.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)`\n- [Page 40]\nGREYHOUND WELFARE AND INTEGRITY COMMISSION\nSTATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME\nFOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2021\nNotes Consolidated Parent\n2021 2020 2021 2020\n$000 $000 $000 $000\nExpenses excluding losses\nEmployee related 2(a) 10,402 10,182 - -\nPersonnel services 2(b) - - 10,402 10,182\nOther operating expenses 2(c) 5,779 6,267 5,779 6,267\nDepreciation and amortisation 2(d) 626 646 626 646\nFinance costs 2(e) 19 11 19 11\nTotal Expenses excluding losses 16,826 17,106 16,826 17,106\nRevenue\nGrants and contributions 3(a) 16,157 15,403 16,157 15,403\nAcceptance by the Crown of employee benefits\nand other liabilities 3(b) 58 257 - -\nOther revenue 3(c) 266 660 324 917\nTotal Revenue 16,481 16,320 16,481 16,320\nLoss on disposal – early termination of lease 4 95 - 95 -\nNET RESULT (440) (786) (440) (786)\nOther comprehensive income - - - -\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)`\n- [pages 40,41,42,43,44]\nes excluding losses\nEmployee related 2(a) 10,402 10,182 - -\nPersonnel services 2(b) - - 10,402 10,182\nOther operating expenses 2(c) 5,779 6,267 5,779 6,267\nDepreciation and amortisation 2(d) 626 646 626 646\nFinance costs 2(e) 19 11 19 11\nTotal Expenses excluding losses 16,826 17,106 16,826 17,106\nRevenue\nGrants and contributions 3(a) 16,157 15,403 16,157 15,403\nAcceptance by the Crown of employee benefits\nand other liabilities 3(b) 58 257 - -\nOther revenue 3(c) 266 660 324 917\nTotal Revenue 16,481 16,320 16,481 16,320\nLoss on disposal – early termination of lease 4 95 - 95 -\nNET RESULT (440) (786) (440) (786)\nOther comprehensive income - - - -\nTOTAL COMPREHENSIVE INCOME / (LOSS) (440) (786) (440) (786)\nThe accompanying notes form part of these financial statements.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)`\n\n## KPIs, Targets, and Where They Are At\n\n- The number of kennel inspections conducted in 2020/21\nwas similar to the number of inspections completed in 2019/20 (309) but was less than half of that completed in the\n2018/19 reporting period as a result of inspectors being engaged in the Greyhound Register Reconciliation Program\nand travel restrictions associated with COVID-19.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)`\n- Table 6: Greyhound retirements reported in 2020/21\nDestination Greyhounds %\nRetained by industry participant as pet or for breeding 403 28%\nRehomed privately by owner or trainer to a non-participant as a pet 229 16%\nAccepted by Greyhounds As Pets 339 24%\nAccepted by another animal adoption or rescue organisation 447 32%\nRetired before 1 July 2020 2 0%\nTotal 1,420 100%\nSource: OneGov 13/8/2021\nGREYHOUND MORTALITY\nA total of 659 greyhound mortalities were reported 2020/21 (Table 7), of which 71% were the result of euthanasia.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)`\n- [Page 40]\nGREYHOUND WELFARE AND INTEGRITY COMMISSION\nSTATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME\nFOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2021\nNotes Consolidated Parent\n2021 2020 2021 2020\n$000 $000 $000 $000\nExpenses excluding losses\nEmployee related 2(a) 10,402 10,182 - -\nPersonnel services 2(b) - - 10,402 10,182\nOther operating expenses 2(c) 5,779 6,267 5,779 6,267\nDepreciation and amortisation 2(d) 626 646 626 646\nFinance costs 2(e) 19 11 19 11\nTotal Expenses excluding losses 16,826 17,106 16,826 17,106\nRevenue\nGrants and contributions 3(a) 16,157 15,403 16,157 15,403\nAcceptance by the Crown of employee benefits\nand other liabilities 3(b) 58 257 - -\nOther revenue 3(c) 266 660 324 917\nTotal Revenue 16,481 16,320 16,481 16,320\nLoss on disposal – early termination of lease 4 95 - 95 -\nNET RESULT (440) (786) (440) (786)\nOther comprehensive income - - - -\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)`\n- [pages 40,41,42,43,44]\nes excluding losses\nEmployee related 2(a) 10,402 10,182 - -\nPersonnel services 2(b) - - 10,402 10,182\nOther operating expenses 2(c) 5,779 6,267 5,779 6,267\nDepreciation and amortisation 2(d) 626 646 626 646\nFinance costs 2(e) 19 11 19 11\nTotal Expenses excluding losses 16,826 17,106 16,826 17,106\nRevenue\nGrants and contributions 3(a) 16,157 15,403 16,157 15,403\nAcceptance by the Crown of employee benefits\nand other liabilities 3(b) 58 257 - -\nOther revenue 3(c) 266 660 324 917\nTotal Revenue 16,481 16,320 16,481 16,320\nLoss on disposal – early termination of lease 4 95 - 95 -\nNET RESULT (440) (786) (440) (786)\nOther comprehensive income - - - -\nTOTAL COMPREHENSIVE INCOME / (LOSS) (440) (786) (440) (786)\nThe accompanying notes form part of these financial statements.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)`\n- [Page 42]\nGREYHOUND WELFARE AND INTEGRITY COMMISSION\nSTATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY\nFOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2021\nConsolidated Parent\nAccumulated Total Equity Accumulated Total Equity\nNotes Funds Funds\n$000 $000 $000 $000\nBalance at 1 July 2020 1,102 1,102 1,102 1,102\nNet Result for the year (440) (440) (440) (440)\nOther comprehensive income - - - -\nTotal comprehensive income for the\nyear (440) (440) (440) (440)\nBalance at 30 June 2021 662 662 662 662\nBalance at 1 July 2019 1,888 1,888 1,888 1,888\nNet Result for the year (786) (786) (786) (786)\nOther comprehensive income - - - -\nTotal comprehensive income for the\nyear (786) (786) (786) (786)\nBalance at 30 June 2020 1,102 1,102 1,102 1,102\nThe accompanying notes form part of these financial statements.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)`\n- RECONCILIATION OF CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES TO NET RESULT\nConsolidated Parent\n2021 2020 2021 2020\n$’000 $’000 $’000 $’000\nNet cash used in operating activities 666 (114) 666 (114)\nDepreciation and amortisation (626) (646) (626) (646)\nLoss on disposal of assets (95) - (95) -\nIncrease / (decrease) in receivables 162 (88) 162 (88)\n(Increase) / decrease in payables (453) 387 (453) 387\n(Increase) / decrease in provisions (94) (325) (94) (325)\nNet result (440) (786) (440) (786)\nANNUAL REPORT 2020/21\n60\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)`\n- [pages 7,8,9,10,11]\nur years, the Commission has delivered All this and more has been achieved by the Commission\nthe following key achievements: while maintaining the annual racing schedule through\nmore than two years of Covid19, widespread bushfires\n• The average rate of fatal injuries in the 2021-22\nand multiple major flood events.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202021-22.pdf)`\n- Figure 10: Destination of retired greyhounds reported over last four years\nGREYHOUND MORTALITY\nA total of 762 greyhound mortalities were reported 2021/22 (Table 7), of which 58% were the result of euthanasia.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202021-22.pdf)`\n- [Page 42]\nGREYHOUND WELFARE AND INTEGRITY COMMISSION\nSTATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME\nFOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2022\nNotes Consolidated Parent\n2022 2021 2022 2021\n$000 $000 $000 $000\nExpenses excluding losses\nEmployee related 2(a) 10,531 10,402 - -\nPersonnel services 2(b) - - 10,531 10,402\nOther operating expenses 2(c) 7,856 5,779 7,856 5,779\nDepreciation and amortisation 2(d) 651 626 651 626\nFinance costs 2(e) 23 19 23 19\nTotal Expenses excluding losses 19,061 16,826 19,061 16,826\nRevenue\nGrants and contributions 3(a) 19,781 16,157 19,781 16,157\nAcceptance by the Crown of employee benefits\nand other liabilities 3(b) (120) 58 - -\nOther revenue 3(c) 443 266 323 324\nTotal Revenue 20,104 16,481 20,104 16,481\nOther gains/(losses) 4 (24) (95) (24) (95)\nNET RESULT 1,019 (440) 1,019 (440)\nOther comprehensive income - - - -\nTOTAL COMPREHENSIVE INCOME / (LOSS) 1,019 (440) 1,019 (440)\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202021-22.pdf)`\n- [Page 44]\nGREYHOUND WELFARE AND INTEGRITY COMMISSION\nSTATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY\nFOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2022\nConsolidated Parent\nAccumulated Total Equity Accumulated Total Equity\nNotes Funds Funds\n$000 $000 $000 $000\nBalance at 1 July 2021 662 662 662 662\nNet Result for the year 1,019 1,019 1,019 1,019\nOther comprehensive income - - - -\nBalance at 30 June 2022 1,681 1,681 1,681 1,681\nBalance at 1 July 2020 1,102 1,102 1,102 1,102\nNet Result for the year (440) (440) (440) (440)\nOther comprehensive income - - - -\nBalance at 30 June 2021 662 662 662 662\nThe accompanying notes form part of these financial statements.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202021-22.pdf)`\n- The financial result also includes operating expenses of $1.9 million (Note 2(c)) and capital spending of $0.2 million\n(Note 7) in relation to the eTrac project.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202021-22.pdf)`\n- RECONCILIATION OF CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES TO NET RESULT\nConsolidated Parent\n2022 2021 2022 2021\n$’000 $’000 $’000 $’000\nNet cash from operating activities 1,447 666 1,447 666\nDepreciation and amortisation (651) (626) (651) (626)\nLoss on impairment / disposal of assets (24) (95) (24) (95)\nIncrease in receivables 110 162 110 162\n(Increase) / decrease in payables and other\nliabilities 196 (453) 196 (453)\n(Increase) in provisions (59) (94) (59) (94)\nNet result 1,019 (440) 1,019 (440)\n17.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202021-22.pdf)`\n- [Page 31]\nGREYHOUND MORTALITY\nA​total​of​911​greyhound​mortalities​were​reported​2022/23​(Table​7),​of​which​60%​were​the​result​of​euthanasia.​\nThis​includes​66​mortalities​that​occurred​during​race​meetings​(seven​sudden​deaths​and​59​euthanasias​conducted​\nby​On-Track​Veterinarians).​\nTable 8: Greyhound mortalities reported in 2022/23\nMortality by type and cause1 Number %\nEuthanasia\nMedical​Euthanasia​-​Injury 268 49%\nMedical​Euthanasia​-​Illness 254 47%\nMedical​Euthanasia​-​Emergency2 0 0%\nFailure​to​Re-home 3 1%\nBehaviourally​unsuitable3 19 3%\nEuthanasia total 544 100%\nDeath\nInjury​or​accident 148 40%\nIllness,​age​or​natural​causes 219 60%\nDeath total 367 100%\n1 Includes​euthanasia​and​sudden​deaths​at​race​meetings;\n2​The​circumstances​surrounding​any​emergency​euthanasia​are​examined​by​the​Commission​to​ensure​that​no​breach​of​the​Greyhound​\n  Source: `annual-reports/2022-23.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202022-23.pdf)`\n- [Page 45]\nGREYHOUND WELFARE AND INTEGRITY COMMISSION\nSTATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME\nFOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2023\nNotes Consolidated Parent\n2023 2022 2023 2022\n$000 $000 $000 $000\nExpenses excluding losses\nEmployee related 2(a) 11,336 10,531 - -\nPersonnel services 2(b) - - 11,336 10,531\nOther operating expenses 2(c) 8,520 7,856 8,520 7,856\nDepreciation and amortisation 2(d) 840 651 840 651\nFinance costs 2(e) 26 23 26 23\nTotal Expenses excluding losses 20,722 19,061 20,722 19,061\nRevenue\nGrants and contributions 3(a) 20,614 19,781 20,614 19,781\nAcceptance by the Crown of employee benefits\nand other liabilities 3(b) 25 (120) - -\nOther revenue 3(c) 390 443 415 323\nTotal Revenue 21,029 20,104 21,029 20,104\nOther gains/(losses) 4 24 (24) 24 (24)\nNET RESULT 331 1,019 331 1,019\nOther comprehensive income - - - -\nTOTAL COMPREHENSIVE INCOME / (LOSS) 331 1,019 331 1,019\n  Source: `annual-reports/2022-23.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202022-23.pdf)`\n\n## Key Metrics\n\n| Values found | Evidence | Source |\n|---|---|---|\n| $000 | FUNDING\nThe​Commission’s​sources​of​funding​for​the​year​to​30​June​2023​comprised​funding​from​the​point​of​consumption​\ntax​on​wagering,​own-source​revenue​such​as​registration​fees​and​appropriations​through​the​Department​of​\nEnterprise,​Investment​&​Trade​(DEIT).​\nTable 12: Summary of income\n2022/23 2021/22 2020/21 2019/20 2018/19\n($000) ($000) ($000) ($000) ($000)\nGreyhound​Racing​NSW 0 0 10,880 8,403 9,187\nState​Government​grant 0 3,590 1, | `annual-reports/2022-23.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202022-23.pdf)` |\n| $723 , $948 | Net Reserves 2024/25 2023/24\n(‘000) (‘000)\nNet liquid (cash) assets 6,451 5,848\nWorking capital, ERE and Supplier 3,828 3,000\nCapital and systems development 1,000 1,000\nContingencies 900 900\nTotal planned reserves 5,728 4,900\nNet planned surplus $723 $948\nFUNDING\nThe Commission’s sources of funding for the financial year ended 30 June 2025 (Figure 14) is predominantly (56.9%)\nown source revenue derived from industry commercial operators, partici | `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-12/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202024-25.pdf)` |\n| $000 , $000 | [Page 40]\nGREYHOUND WELFARE AND INTEGRITY COMMISSION\nSTATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME\nFOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2021\nNotes Consolidated Parent\n2021 2020 2021 2020\n$000 $000 $000 $000\nExpenses excluding losses\nEmployee related 2(a) 10,402 10,182 - -\nPersonnel services 2(b) - - 10,402 10,182\nOther operating expenses 2(c) 5,779 6,267 5,779 6,267\nDepreciation and amortisation 2(d) 626 646 626 646\nFinance costs 2(e) 19 11 19 11\nTotal Expenses exclud | `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)` |\n| $000 , $000 | [Page 42]\nGREYHOUND WELFARE AND INTEGRITY COMMISSION\nSTATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME\nFOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2022\nNotes Consolidated Parent\n2022 2021 2022 2021\n$000 $000 $000 $000\nExpenses excluding losses\nEmployee related 2(a) 10,531 10,402 - -\nPersonnel services 2(b) - - 10,531 10,402\nOther operating expenses 2(c) 7,856 5,779 7,856 5,779\nDepreciation and amortisation 2(d) 651 626 651 626\nFinance costs 2(e) 23 19 23 19\nTotal Expenses exclud | `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202021-22.pdf)` |\n| $1.9 million, $0.2 million, 1.9 million, 0.2 million | The financial result also includes operating expenses of $1.9 million (Note 2(c)) and capital spending of $0.2 million\n(Note 7) in relation to the eTrac project. | `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202021-22.pdf)` |\n| $000 , $000 | [Page 45]\nGREYHOUND WELFARE AND INTEGRITY COMMISSION\nSTATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME\nFOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2023\nNotes Consolidated Parent\n2023 2022 2023 2022\n$000 $000 $000 $000\nExpenses excluding losses\nEmployee related 2(a) 11,336 10,531 - -\nPersonnel services 2(b) - - 11,336 10,531\nOther operating expenses 2(c) 8,520 7,856 8,520 7,856\nDepreciation and amortisation 2(d) 840 651 840 651\nFinance costs 2(e) 26 23 26 23\nTotal Expenses exclud | `annual-reports/2022-23.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202022-23.pdf)` |\n| $000 | [Page 37]\nFINANCIAL PERFORMANCE\nThe​Commission’s​financial​statements​present​the​financial​performance​and​the​position​of​the​Commission\nfor​the​reporting​period​2023/24.​\nFUNDING\nThe​Commission’s​sources​of​funding​for​the​year​to​30​June​2024​comprised​funding​from​the​point​of​consumption​\ntax​on​wagering,​own-source​revenue​such​as​registration​fees​and​appropriations​through​the​Department​of​\nEnterprise,​Investment​&​Trade​(DEIT).​\nTable | `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-11/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202023-24.pdf)` |\n| $3.1 million, 3.1 million | Hospitality and Sport\nRisk & Governance including internal audit 73 74\nIn 2023-24 the Group received $3.1 million of proceeds from racing betting tax late towards the end of the financial\nProvision of administrative and operational 8 27\nyear and deferred in error the recognition of that revenue to the 2024-2025 financial year. | `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-12/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202024-25.pdf)` |\n| $16.4 million, 16.4 million | Customer Service 292 - -\nRegistration fees 264 658 324\nOther 2 2 2\nAcceptance by the Crown entity of employee benefits\n58 257 496\nand other liabilities\nTotal funding and revenue, cash and non-cash 16,481 16,320 17,743\nEXPENDITURE\nThe Commission’s cash expenditure in the year ended 30 June 2021 totalled $16.4 million. | `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)` |\n| $18.9 million, 18.9 million | Customer Service - 292 - -\nRegistration fees 442 264 658 324\nOther 1 2 2 2\nAcceptance by the Crown entity of employee benefits\n(120) 58 257 496\nand other liabilities\nTotal funding and revenue, cash and non-cash 20,104 16,481 16,320 17,743\nEXPENDITURE\nThe Commission’s cash expenditure in the year ended 30 June 2022 totalled $18.9 million. | `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202021-22.pdf)` |\n| $1.6 million, 1.6 million | [pages 38,39,40,41]\nlaboratory for analysis of samples from\nracing greyhounds is the second largest expense category, amounting to $1.6 million or 8% of expenditure. | `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202021-22.pdf)` |\n| $299,569 , $270,434 | [Page 61]\nThe following amounts were recognised in the Statement of Comprehensive Income during the period in respect\nof right-of-use leases where the entity is the lessee:\nConsolidated Parent\n2022 2021 2022 2021\n$’000 $’000 $’000 $’000\nDepreciation expense of right-of-use assets 312 283 312 283\nInterest expense on right-of-use lease\nliabilities 23 19 23 19\nTotal amount recognised in the Statement\nof Comprehensive Income 335 302 335 302\nThe entit | `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202021-22.pdf)` |\n| $444,851 , $299,569 | [Page 64]\nNet carrying amount at the end of the financial\n1,230 284 1,514\nyear\nThe following amounts were recognised in the Statement of Comprehensive Income during the period in respect\nof right-of-use leases where the entity is the lessee:\nConsolidated Parent\n2023 2022 2023 2022\n$’000 $’000 $’000 $’000\nDepreciation expense of right-of-use assets 415 312 415 312\nInterest expense on right-of-use lease\nliabilities 26 23 26 23\nTotal amount recognis | `annual-reports/2022-23.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202022-23.pdf)` |\n| $1.73, $2.99 | 429 416 429 416\nAmortisation – Finance Leases\nNo service, supply or exchange is connected concerning the agreement and accordingly is not a service fee.\n- Plant and equipment 7 - 7 -\nAccordingly, as it is neither a Grant or an Appropriation but is received through the construct of NSW legislation\nAmortisation – Intangible assets\nand other agreements, the revenues constitute a contribution as part of the Groups’ funding model.\n- Software - 217 - 2 | `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-11/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202023-24.pdf)` |\n| $5,350 , $1,630 | These transactions were incurred in the normal course of business, and in As at 30 June 2024 the Group held $5,350 (2023: $1,630) in fines yet to be remitted to the Crown.\naggregate are a significant portion of the Group's revenue and expenses. | `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-11/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202023-24.pdf)` |\n| $000 , $000 | [Page 40]\nGREYHOUND WELFARE AND INTEGRITY COMMISSION\nSTATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME\nFOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2021\nNotes Consolidated Parent\n2021 2020 2021 2020\n$000 $000 $000 $000\nExpenses excluding losses\nEmployee related 2(a) 10,402 10,182 - -\nPersonnel services 2(b) - - 10,402 10,182\nOther operating expenses 2(c) 5,779 6,267 5,779 6,267\nDepreciation and amortisation 2(d) 626 646 626 646\nFinance costs 2(e) 19 11 19 11\nTotal Expenses exclud | `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)` |\n| $000 , $000 | [Page 42]\nGREYHOUND WELFARE AND INTEGRITY COMMISSION\nSTATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY\nFOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2021\nConsolidated Parent\nAccumulated Total Equity Accumulated Total Equity\nNotes Funds Funds\n$000 $000 $000 $000\nBalance at 1 July 2020 1,102 1,102 1,102 1,102\nNet Result for the year (440) (440) (440) (440)\nOther comprehensive income - - - -\nTotal comprehensive income for the\nyear (440) (440) (440) (440)\nBalance at 30 June 2021 662 662 | `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)` |\n| $000 , $000 | [Page 42]\nGREYHOUND WELFARE AND INTEGRITY COMMISSION\nSTATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME\nFOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2022\nNotes Consolidated Parent\n2022 2021 2022 2021\n$000 $000 $000 $000\nExpenses excluding losses\nEmployee related 2(a) 10,531 10,402 - -\nPersonnel services 2(b) - - 10,531 10,402\nOther operating expenses 2(c) 7,856 5,779 7,856 5,779\nDepreciation and amortisation 2(d) 651 626 651 626\nFinance costs 2(e) 23 19 23 19\nTotal Expenses exclud | `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202021-22.pdf)` |\n| $000 , $000 | [Page 44]\nGREYHOUND WELFARE AND INTEGRITY COMMISSION\nSTATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY\nFOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2022\nConsolidated Parent\nAccumulated Total Equity Accumulated Total Equity\nNotes Funds Funds\n$000 $000 $000 $000\nBalance at 1 July 2021 662 662 662 662\nNet Result for the year 1,019 1,019 1,019 1,019\nOther comprehensive income - - - -\nBalance at 30 June 2022 1,681 1,681 1,681 1,681\nBalance at 1 July 2020 1,102 1,102 1,102 1,102\nNet Resul | `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202021-22.pdf)` |\n| $1.9 million, $0.2 million, 1.9 million, 0.2 million | The financial result also includes operating expenses of $1.9 million (Note 2(c)) and capital spending of $0.2 million\n(Note 7) in relation to the eTrac project. | `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202021-22.pdf)` |\n\n## Key Achievements\n\n- [pages 7,8,9,10,11]\nur years, the Commission has delivered All this and more has been achieved by the Commission\nthe following key achievements: while maintaining the annual racing schedule through\nmore than two years of Covid19, widespread bushfires\n• The average rate of fatal injuries in the 2021-22\nand multiple major flood events.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202021-22.pdf)`\n- [Page 11]\n2021/22 HIGHLIGHTS\nThe Commission’s achievements are measured against progress in achieving the goals of the Strategic Plan\n2021-24, which outlines how the Commission intends to:\n• promote and protect the welfare of greyhounds\n• safeguard integrity by ensuring standards and practices are aligned with community expectations\n• build public confidence in the industry by fostering welfare and integrity improvements\n• effectively and efficiently control, supervise, and regulate greyhound racing in NSW.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202021-22.pdf)`\n- Scanning​technology​has​been​implemented​into​eTrac​successfully​with​real-time​data​from​these​scanning​events​\nbeing​made​available​to​the​Commission.​Regular​communications​are​issued​to​industry​participants​to​arrange​a​\ncheck-in​of​their​greyhound​if​they​have​not​been​scanned​at​a​race​meet​or​transacted​with​the​Commission​in​the\npreceding​six​months​for​racing​greyhounds,​or​12​months​for​pre-racing​greyhounds​or​greyhounds​retired​to​an​\nindustry​participant.​​\nA​participant​is​allowed​six​weeks​to​complete​a​check-in​and​receives​both​email​and​SMS​notifications​until​the​\ncheck-in​is​completed.​\nDuring​the​2022/23​financial​year,​208,059​greyhound​\nscans​identifying​and​completing​check-ins​for​10,944​\nindividual​greyhounds​were​carried​out.​Additionally,​\n39,217​business​process​check-ins​for​20,650​individual​\ngreyhounds​were​completed.​\n  Source: `annual-reports/2022-23.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202022-23.pdf)`\n- [Page 3]\nCONTENTS\nForeword from the Chief Commissioner 5\nForeword from the Chief Executive Officer 7\nAbout the Greyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission 8\nStatistical snapshot 2020/21 9\nAchievements 10\nStatutory Review 11\nSelect Committee 11\nWELFARE 12\nNSW Greyhound Welfare Code of Practice 12\nGreyhound Industry Animal Welfare Committee 12\nVeterinary guidance 12\nInspection of kennels 13\nNew and amended policies 14\nINTEGRITY AND COMPLIANCE 15\nRace day integrity services 15\nProhibited substances detection program 16\nThreshold warnings for cobalt and arsenic 16\nReports of potential non-compliance 17\nInvestigations 17\nDisciplinary matters 18\nAppeal and internal review of Commission decisions 18\nLegislative and rule changes 18\nPUBLIC CONFIDENCE AND CUSTOMER SERVICE 19\nCommitment to customer service 19\nTransparent reporting 19\n2021 Registration Renewal Program 19\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)`\n- [Page 10]\n2020/21 ACHIEVEMENTS\nThe Commission’s achievements are measured against progress in achieving the goals of the Strategic Plan\n2018-21, which outlines how the Commission intends to:\n• promote and protect the welfare of greyhounds\n• safeguard integrity by ensuring standards and practices are aligned with community expectations\n• build public confidence in the industry by fostering welfare and integrity improvements\n• effectively and efficiently control, supervise, and regulate greyhound racing in NSW.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)`\n- The number of kennel inspections conducted in 2020/21\nwas similar to the number of inspections completed in 2019/20 (309) but was less than half of that completed in the\n2018/19 reporting period as a result of inspectors being engaged in the Greyhound Register Reconciliation Program\nand travel restrictions associated with COVID-19.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)`\n- [Page 34]\nTable 11: Reported work health and safety incidents\nReported within 24\nType of notification Number %\nhours\nInjury/Illness 1 15% 100%\nDangerous occurrence 6 85% 100%\nHazard / damage 0 0% 100%\nNear miss 0 0% 100%\nHUMAN RESOURCES POLICIES\nIn 2020/21 the Commission implemented the below policies and procedures for staff:\n• revised induction checklist for all new starters\n• updated Code of Ethics and Conduct\n• updated recruitment and selection process.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)`\n- [Page 3]\nCONTENTS\nForeword from the Acting Chief Commissioner 5\nForeword from the Chief Executive Officer 7\nAbout the Greyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission 9\nStatistical snapshot 2021/22 9\n2021/22 Highlights 11\neTrac - Ensuring industry capability and security 12\nWELFARE 14\nGreyhound Industry Animal Welfare Committee 14\nVeterinary guidance 14\nInspection of kennels 14\nNew and amended policies 15\nINTEGRITY AND COMPLIANCE 16\nRace day integrity services 16\nProhibited substances detection program 16\nThreshold warnings for cobalt and arsenic 17\nReports of potential non-compliance 17\nInvestigations 18\nDisciplinary matters 18\nAppeal and internal review of Commission decisions 19\nRegistration Assessment Program 19\nLegislative and rule changes 19\nPUBLIC CONFIDENCE AND CUSTOMER SERVICE 21\nCommitment to customer service 21\nTransparent reporting 21\nCommunication and consultation 21\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202021-22.pdf)`\n- The number of kennel inspections conducted in 2021/22\nwas 199, noticeably less than the number of inspections completed in 2020/21 (311) due largely to COVID 19 and\nreduced staff numbers.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202021-22.pdf)`\n- Table 11: Reported work health and safety incidents\nReported within 24\nType of notification Number %\nhours\nInjury/Illness 1 16% 100%\nDangerous occurrence 5 83% 100%\nHazard / damage 0 0% 100%\nNear miss 0 0% 100%\nHUMAN RESOURCES POLICIES\nIn 2021/22 the Commission implemented the below policies and procedures for staff:\n• Updated Grievance Procedure\n• Code of Ethics update\n• Mandatory Training\n• PDP Implementation\n• Handbook update\n• Covid internal policy\n36 ANNUAL REPORT 2021/22 GREYHOUND WELFARE & INTEGRITY COMMISSION\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202021-22.pdf)`\n- [Page 3]\nCONTENTS\nForeword​from​the​Chief​Commissioner​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ 5​ ​\nForeword​from​the​Chief​Executive​Officer​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ 8\nAbout​the​Greyhound​Welfare​&​Integrity​Commission​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ 10\nStatistical​snapshot​2022/23​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ 11\nKey​achievements​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ 12\neTrac​-​Tracking​and​monitoring​project​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ 13\nWELFARE 14\nGreyhound​Industry​Animal​Welfare​Committee​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ 14\nVeterinary​guidance​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ 14\nInspection​of​kennels​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​15\nNew​and​amended​policies​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ 16\nINTEGRITY AND COMPLIANCE 17\nRace​day​integrity​services​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ 17\nThreshold​warnings​for​cobalt​and​arsenic​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ 18\nReports​of​potential​non-compliance​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ 18\nInvestigations​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ 19\nDisciplinary​matters​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ 19\nAppeal​and​internal​review​of​Commission​decisions​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ 20\n  Source: `annual-reports/2022-23.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202022-23.pdf)`\n- Table 11: Reported work health and safety incidents\nReported within 24\nType of notification Number %\nhours\nInjury/Illness​ 3 75% 100%\nDangerous​occurrence 0 0 0\nHazard​/​damage 0 0 0\nNear​miss 1 25% 100%\nHUMAN RESOURCES POLICIES\nIn​2022/23​the​Commission​implemented​or​amended​these​policies​and​procedures​for​staff:\n• Gifts​and​Benefits​Policy​–​August​2022\n• Employee​Handbook​-​December​2022\n• Human​Resources​Policy​-​September​2022\n• Code​of​Ethics​and​Conduct​-​August​2022\n• Regulatory​Delegations​Manual​-​July​2022\n• Public​Interest​Internal​Reporting​Disclosure​Policy​-​August​2022\n• Manager’s​Handbook​-​December​2022\nGREYHOUND WELFARE & INTEGRITY COMMISSION 37\n  Source: `annual-reports/2022-23.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202022-23.pdf)`\n\n## Key Issues, Risks, and Recommendations\n\n- 3.2.3: In transition\nfrom 1 January 2021\nMembership\nThe independent chair and members of the Audit and Risk Committee are:\n• Independent Chair, Carol Holley, 1 November 2019 – 31 October 2022\n• Independent Member, Bruce Turner AM, 1 November 2019 – 31 October 2022\n• Independent Member, Nancy Milne OAM, 1 November 2019 – 31 October 2022\nGREYHOUND WELFARE & INTEGRITY COMMISSION\n69\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)`\n- Membership\nThe independent chair and members of the Audit and Risk Committee (ARC) are:\n• Independent Chair, Carol Holley, 1 November 2019 to 31 October 2022\n• Independent Member, Nancy Milne OAM, 1 November 2019 to 31 October 2022\n• Independent Member, Bruce Turner AM, 1 November 2019 to 31 October 2022\n(resigned November 2021)\n• Independent Member, Ken Barker PSM (replacement for Bruce Turner), 1 March 2022 to\n1 March 2025\nANNUAL REPORT 2021/22 GREYHOUND WELFARE & INTEGRITY COMMISSION 75\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202021-22.pdf)`\n- Core​Requirements​3.1​and​3.2​–\n▪ The​Commission​joined​a​Shared​Arrangement\nAudit​and​Risk​Committee​\nAgreement​on​10​March​2023​to​share​an​internal\naudit​function​and​an​Audit​and​Risk​Committee,\nand​the​Authority​is​now​fully​compliant​with​Core\nRequirements​2.1,​2.2,​2.3,​3.1​and​3.2.\n▪ TPP20-08​directs​that​these​requirements​be\nmarked as ‘In transition’ as they were not\nimplemented​and​maintained​for​the​full​financial\nyear\nThese processes, including the practicable alternative measures implemented, demonstrate that the​\nGreyhound​ Welfare​&​Integrity​Commission has established and maintained frameworks, including\nsystems, processes and procedures for appropriately managing audit and risk within the​Authority.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2022-23.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202022-23.pdf)`\n- Thomas​Luckey​\nStephen Griffin\nDirector,​Governance,​Audit​&​Risk\nChief Executive Office\nContact:​(02)​9228​3591\nGreyhound Welfare Independent Commission\nDate:12​October​2023\nGREYHOUND WELFARE & INTEGRITY COMMISSION 81\nOFFICIAL\n  Source: `annual-reports/2022-23.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202022-23.pdf)`\n- Consolidated Parent\n2024 2023 2024 2023\n$’000 $’000 $’000 $’000\n(i) Impact of Climate related matters on Financial Reporting for 2023-24 Auditor’s remuneration for audit of the\nfinancial statements 47 47 47 47\nThe Group is exposed to climate related matters with increased risk of extreme weather events impacting the ability Computer software licences & support 1,274 984 1,274 984\nof the Commission to: Consultancy 119 139 119 139\n meet its obligations concerning the officiating of race day operations Contractors 858 1,251 858 1,251\n the provision of safe working conditions of field workers Expenses relating to short term leases 37 33 37 33\n protect other assets in the possession of the Group Shared corporate services provided by\nGovernment departments 424 530 424 530\n  Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-11/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202023-24.pdf)`\n- Recharge of\nService\nusage costs, at cost 615 650\nDepartment of Customer Technology related fees (GTP), Cyber &\nService Hardware 117 128\nDepartment of Enterprise,\nInvestment and Trade Provision of GovConnect services 202 220\nDepartment of Enterprise, Provision of administrative and operational\nInvestment and Trade assistance 27 53\nDepartment of Enterprise,\nRisk & Governance including internal audit.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-11/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202023-24.pdf)`\n- [pages 72,73,74]\nepartment of Customer Technology related fees (GTP), Cyber &\nService Hardware 117 128\nDepartment of Enterprise,\nInvestment and Trade Provision of GovConnect services 202 220\nDepartment of Enterprise, Provision of administrative and operational\nInvestment and Trade assistance 27 53\nDepartment of Enterprise,\nRisk & Governance including internal audit.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-11/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202023-24.pdf)`\n- [Page 5]\nORGANISATIONAL GOVERNANCE AND PEOPLE\nOrganisational structure 34\nOur leaders 35\nManagement groups and committees 36\nExecutive officers 37\nNon-executive officers 38\nEmployment conditions 39\nWorkforce diversity 39\nWork health and safety 39\nHuman resources policies 39\nContributing to a sustainable future 40\nFINANCIAL REPORT\nFinancial position 42\nFunding 42\nExpenditure 44\nConsultancies 45\nAnnual report costs 45\nRisk management and insurance activities 45\nInternational travel undertaken by Commission staff during 2024/25 45\nOther financial disclosures 45\nFinancial statements 46\nADDITIONAL REPORTING REQUIREMENTS\nGreyhound Racing Regulation requirements 81\nPrivacy and personal information 81\nADDITIONAL OPERATIONAL MATTERS\nCyber Security Attestation 82\nInternal Controls Certification 83\nAppendix A - Greyhound Industry Animal Welfare Committee statement of activities 84\n  Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-12/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202024-25.pdf)`\n- [pages 5,6]\nsources policies 39\nContributing to a sustainable future 40\nFINANCIAL REPORT\nFinancial position 42\nFunding 42\nExpenditure 44\nConsultancies 45\nAnnual report costs 45\nRisk management and insurance activities 45\nInternational travel undertaken by Commission staff during 2024/25 45\nOther financial disclosures 45\nFinancial statements 46\nADDITIONAL REPORTING REQUIREMENTS\nGreyhound Racing Regulation requirements 81\nPrivacy and personal information 81\nADDITIONAL OPERATIONAL MATTERS\nCyber Security Attestation 82\nInternal Controls Certification 83\nAppendix A - Greyhound Industry Animal Welfare Committee statement of activities 84\nAppendix B - Internal Audit and Risk Management Attestation Statement 87\nAppendix C - Government Information Public Access Act 89\nGREYHOUND WELFARE & INTEGRITY COMMISSION 5\n  Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-12/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202024-25.pdf)`\n- Hospitality and Sport\nRisk & Governance including internal audit 73 74\nIn 2023-24 the Group received $3.1 million of proceeds from racing betting tax late towards the end of the financial\nProvision of administrative and operational 8 27\nyear and deferred in error the recognition of that revenue to the 2024-2025 financial year.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-12/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202024-25.pdf)`\n- [Page 86]\nOFFICIAL: Sensitive - NSW Government\nInternal Audit and Risk Management Attestation Statement for the 2024–25 financial year for\nTable A1: Membership and attendance - Greyhound Industry Animal Welfare Committee Greyhound Welfare and Integrity Commission\nName Basis of appointment Meetings eligible Meetings attended I, Matthew Tutt, am of the opinion that the Greyhound Welfare and Integrity Commission (GWIC)\nDr Tanya Stephens s 33 (1)(a), GRA 5 5 has internal audit and risk management processes in operation throughout the financial year ended\nMs Kathryn Jurd s 33 (1)(b), GRA 5 5 30 June 2025, that are compliant with the seven (7) core requirements set out in the Internal Audit\nand Risk Management Policy for the General Government Sector, specifically:\nDr Kim Filmer s 33 (1)(c), GRA 5 5\nMr Michael Phillips s 33 (1)(d), GRA 0 0\nCore requirement\nStatus\n  Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-12/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202024-25.pdf)`\n- [Page 87]\nAPPENDIX B OFFICIAL: Sensitive - NSW Government\nInternal Audit and Risk Management Attestation Statement for the 2024–25 financial year for\nGreyhound Welfare and Integrity Commission\nI, Matthew Tutt, am of the opinion that the Greyhound Welfare and Integrity Commission (GWIC)\nhas internal audit and risk management processes in operation throughout the financial year ended\n30 June 2025, that are compliant with the seven (7) core requirements set out in the Internal Audit\nand Risk Management Policy for the General Government Sector, specifically:\nCore requirement\nStatus\n(compliant, non-\ncompliant, or in\ntransition)\nRisk Management Framework\n1.1 The Accountable Authority shall accept ultimate responsibility Compliant\nand accountability for risk management in the agency.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-12/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202024-25.pdf)`\n- [Page 69]\nAPPENDIX B\nInternal Audit and Risk Management Attestation Statement for the\n2020-2021 Financial Year for Greyhound Welfare and Integrity\nCommission\nI, Alan Brown, Chief Commissioner, am of the opinion that the Greyhound Welfare and\nIntegrity Commission has internal audit and risk management processes in operation that\nare, excluding the exemptions or transitional arrangements described below, compliant with\nthe seven (7) Core Requirements set out in the Internal Audit and Risk Management Policy\nfor the General Government Sector, specifically:\nFor each requirement,\nplease specify whether\nCore Requirements compliant, non-\ncompliant, or in\ntransition\nRisk Management Framework\nThe Accountable Authority shall accept ultimate responsibility and\n1.1 Compliant\naccountability for risk management in the agency.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)`\n- 2.3.2: In transition\nfrom 1 January 2021\nAudit and Risk Committee\nThe Accountable Authority shall establish and maintain efficient and\neffective arrangements for independent Audit and Risk Committee\n3.1 oversight to provide advice and guidance to the Accountable Authority Compliant\non the agency’s governance processes, risk management and control\nframeworks, and its external accountability obligations.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)`\n\n## Corporate Values and Operating Culture\n\n- Personnel services\nThe cost of personnel service in respect of salaries and wages, superannuation, annual leave, and long service\nleave are recognised when it is probable that settlement will be required.\n(c) Operating Expenses\nConsolidated Parent\n2022 2021 2022 2021\n$’000 $’000 $’000 $’000\nAdvertising and promotion 21 36 21 36\nAuditor’s remuneration for audit of the\nfinancial statements 43 42 43 42\nComputer software licences & development 439 800 439 800\nConsultancy 259 323 259 323\nContractors 1,083 972 1,083 972\nCorporate services provided by Government\ndepartments 498 546 498 546\neTrac project development expenses 1,924 - 1,924 -\nFees for services 548 553 548 553\nInsurance 80 71 80 71\nMotor vehicle operating costs 275 165 275 165\nOccupancy and maintenance 147 186 147 186\nPostage, couriers and phone 272 209 272 209\nPrinting, stationery, consumables and stores 132 198 132 198\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202021-22.pdf)`\n- Out​of​the​total​races​monitored,​detailed​notes​were​made​for​5,816​races,​focusing​on​wagering​patterns,​\nperformance​data,​and​racing​form.​This​included​3,186​notes​on​wagering,​2,542​on​performance,​and​106​on​racing​\nform.​(Figure​3)\nThis​targeted​interrogation​allowed​the​Commission​to​track​emerging​trends​or​anomalies​that​could​impact​racing​\nintegrity,​and​in-depth​reviews​were​conducted​on​180​races,​further​strengthening​the​Commission’s​ability​to​identify​\nand​address​potential​integrity​issues.​\nAdditionally,​the​Racing​Integrity​Team​provided​vital​support​to​race​day​stewards​for​every​race​meeting​during​\n2023/24​(1244​race​meetings​in​total).​This​support​included​providing​stewards​with​critical​information​and​data​\nbased​on​emerging​trends​in​betting​markets,​performance​and​racing​form.​\n  Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-11/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202023-24.pdf)`\n- [pages 19,20]\nhening​the​Commission’s​ability​to​identify​\nand​address​potential​integrity​issues.​\nAdditionally,​the​Racing​Integrity​Team​provided​vital​support​to​race​day​stewards​for​every​race​meeting​during​\n2023/24​(1244​race​meetings​in​total).​This​support​included​providing​stewards​with​critical​information​and​data​\nbased​on​emerging​trends​in​betting​markets,​performance​and​racing​form.​\nThe​Commission’s​collaboration​with​wagering​service​providers​also​remained​pivotal,​securing​increased​access​\nto​comprehensive​betting​data.​This​proactive​approach,​combined​with​enhanced​strategic​partnerships,​has​\nsignificantly​strengthened​the​Commission’s​racing​integrity​function.​\nFigure 3: Racing integrity database notes 2023/24\nANNUAL REPORT 2023/24 GREYHOUND WELFARE & INTEGRITY COMMISSION 19\n  Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-11/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202023-24.pdf)`\n- AASB 2022-9 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards – Insurance Contracts in the Public Sector\nThe cost of personnel service in respect of salaries and wages, superannuation, annual leave, and long service\nAASB 2022-10 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards – Fair Value Measurement of Non-Financial Assets\nleave are recognised when it is probable that settlement will be required.\nof Not-for-Profit Public Sector Entities\nAASB 2023-1 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards – Supplier Finance Arrangements\n(c) Operating Expenses\nThere are no known material or possible impact of these Standards in the period of initial application.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-11/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202023-24.pdf)`\n- Increase / (decrease) in receivables 5 (264) 5 (264)\n(Increase) / decrease in payables and other 14 (439) 14 (439)\nliabilities\nLong Service Leave and Superannuation\n(Increase) / decrease in other liabilities (3,162) - (3,162)\nLong service leave is measured at present value of expected future payments to be made in respect of services\nprovided up to the end of the financial year, in accordance with AASB 119.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-11/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202023-24.pdf)`\n- Increase / (decrease) in receivables 59 5 59 5\nLong Service Leave and Superannuation (Increase) / decrease in payables and other (72) 14 (72) 14\nLong service leave is measured at present value of expected future payments to be made in respect of services liabilities\nprovided up to the end of the financial year, in accordance with AASB 119.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-12/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202024-25.pdf)`\n- [pages 1]\n[Page 1]\nProvide leadership that ensures the highest standards of welfare and\nintegrity are at the heart of greyhound racing\nResearch, engage & Set standards & Inform, educate & Monitor compliance Administer rules\npolicies support compliance\nconsult\nProvide services\nOOuurr vviissiioonn iiss ttoo ddeelliivveerr aa ttrruusstteedd aanndd rreessppeecctteedd ssppoorrtt\nIntegrity Trust Service Accountability\n7202-4202\nKROW\nFO\nMARGORP\n7202-4202\nOD\nEW\nTAHW\nCIGETARTS SEITIROIRP\nImprove our services Develop, review and Raise awareness Establish Proactively and Enforce rules and\nand better inform update regulations, and understanding capabilities and consistently monitor, policies in a fair and\nour decisions. policies and of the standards, manage resources review and assess timely manner.\n  Source: `strategies/GWIC-20Strategic-20Plan-202024-27.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Strategic%20Plan%202024-27.pdf)`\n- [Page 3]\nCONTENTS\nForeword from the Chief Commissioner 5\nForeword from the Chief Executive Officer 7\nAbout the Greyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission 8\nStatistical snapshot 2020/21 9\nAchievements 10\nStatutory Review 11\nSelect Committee 11\nWELFARE 12\nNSW Greyhound Welfare Code of Practice 12\nGreyhound Industry Animal Welfare Committee 12\nVeterinary guidance 12\nInspection of kennels 13\nNew and amended policies 14\nINTEGRITY AND COMPLIANCE 15\nRace day integrity services 15\nProhibited substances detection program 16\nThreshold warnings for cobalt and arsenic 16\nReports of potential non-compliance 17\nInvestigations 17\nDisciplinary matters 18\nAppeal and internal review of Commission decisions 18\nLegislative and rule changes 18\nPUBLIC CONFIDENCE AND CUSTOMER SERVICE 19\nCommitment to customer service 19\nTransparent reporting 19\n2021 Registration Renewal Program 19\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)`\n\n## Global Ideas and Case Study Inputs\n\n_No global-intelligence source text found yet. Run `CLAUDE/global-ideas-scraper.py <entity>` to populate case-study sources._\n\n## Source Artifacts Used\n\n- `annual-reports/2020-21.pdf` - annual-reports - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf\n- `annual-reports/2021-22.pdf` - annual-reports - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202021-22.pdf\n- `annual-reports/2022-23.pdf` - annual-reports - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202022-23.pdf\n- `annual-reports/2023-24.pdf` - annual-reports - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-11/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202023-24.pdf\n- `annual-reports/2024-25.pdf` - annual-reports - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-12/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202024-25.pdf\n- `strategies/GWIC-20Strategic-20Plan-202024-27.pdf` - strategies - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Strategic%20Plan%202024-27.pdf\n- `reviews/Jody-20Manuel-20Stewards-20Inquiry.pdf` - reviews - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-12/Jody%20Manuel%20Stewards%20Inquiry.pdf\n- `pages/about.html` - pages - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/about\n- `pages/annual-reports-index.html` - pages - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/about/annual-report\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__00.html` - pages - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-12/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202024-25.pdf\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__01.html` - pages - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-11/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202023-24.pdf\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__02.html` - pages - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202022-23.pdf\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__03.html` - pages - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202021-22.pdf\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__04.html` - pages - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__05.html` - pages - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202019-20_0.pdf\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__06.html` - pages - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202018-19.pdf\n- `pages/annual-reports-index__07.html` - pages - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202017-18.pdf\n- `pages/homepage.html` - pages - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/\n- `pages/inquiries-index.html` - pages - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/integrity/inquiry-into-greyhound-racing-nsw\n- `pages/inquiries-index__12.html` - pages - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/integrity/inquiry-into-greyhound-racing-nsw\n- `pages/inquiries-index__13.html` - pages - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/integrity/steward-inquiries\n- `pages/news-latest.html` - pages - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/news\n- `pages/strategies-index.html` - pages - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/about/strategic-plan\n- `pages/strategies-index__08.html` - pages - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/about/strategic-plan\n- `pages/strategies-index__09.html` - pages - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/news/industry-data-reports\n- `pages/strategies-index__10.html` - pages - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/integrity/fit-and-proper-person-framework\n- `pages/strategies-index__11.html` - pages - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Strategic%20Plan%202024-27.pdf\n- `other-pdfs/GWIC-20social-20media-20community-20guidelines.pdf` - other-pdfs - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-04/GWIC%20social%20media%20community%20guidelines.pdf\n- `other-pdfs/Ministerial-20Statement-20of-20Expectations-20Issued-20to-20GWIC.pdf` - other-pdfs - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-12/Ministerial%20Statement%20of%20Expectations%20Issued%20to%20GWIC.pdf\n- `other-pdfs/Noeleen-20Benjes-20Stewards-20Report.pdf` - other-pdfs - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-10/Noeleen%20Benjes%20Stewards%20Report.pdf\n- `other-pdfs/Stewards-20Report-20Bulli-2016-20September-202025.pdf` - other-pdfs - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-10/Stewards%20Report%20Bulli%2016%20September%202025.pdf\n- `other-pdfs/Stewards-20Report-20Irinka-20Lindsay-20-281-29.pdf` - other-pdfs - https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-09/Stewards%20Report%20Irinka%20Lindsay%20%281%29.pdf\n\n## Gaps To Fix\n\n- No corporate plan text source found.\n- No global comparison/case-study sources found.",
  "legislation_md": "# Greyhound Welfare and Integrity Commission - Acts and Legislation Discovery\n\n**Generated at**: 2026-05-09T21:31:02.765974+00:00\n**Entity ID**: S-NSW-046\n**Jurisdiction**: NSW\n**Portfolio**: \n\n> This is an evidence-based discovery list from scraped department material. A mention does not always mean the department administers the legislation; high-confidence and official register links should be reviewed.\n\n## Summary\n\n- Source files scanned: 32\n- Unique legislation references found: 27\n\n| Type | Count |\n|---|---:|\n| Act | 20 |\n| Regulation | 6 |\n| Rules | 1 |\n\n## Legislation References\n\n### Greyhound Racing Act 2017\n\n**Type**: Act\n**Confidence**: high\n**Mentions**: 47\n**Register search**: https://legislation.nsw.gov.au/search?query=Greyhound+Racing+Act+2017\n\n**Sources**:\n- `pages/homepage.html`\n- `pages/inquiries-index.html`\n- `pages/inquiries-index__12.html`\n- `pages/strategies-index__10.html`\n- `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2022-23.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2023-24.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2024-25.pages.jsonl`\n- `other-pdfs/Ministerial-20Statement-20of-20Expectations-20Issued-20to-20GWIC.pages.jsonl`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- Commission\n\nGreyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission\nProviding leadership that ensures the highest standards of welfare and integrity are at the heart of greyhound racing\nAbout Us\nThe Greyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission was established in 2018 under the Greyhound Racing Act 2017 as the independent regulator of the greyhound racing industry in NSW. The Commission’s role is to control, supervise and regulate greyhound racing in NSW.\nMore about GWIC\nIntegrity\nAs a trusted and impartial regulator, the Commission ensures high integrity st\n  Source: `pages/homepage.html`\n- to Greyhound Racing NSW\nIn July 2024, the Minister for Gaming and Racing David Harris appointed the Lea Drake as an Acting Commissioner of the Greyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission to conduct an Inquiry into Greyhound Racing NSW (GRNSW) under Part 8 of the Greyhound Racing Act 2017.\nThe purpose of the Inquiry into GRNSW was to ensure a viable and sustainable greyhound racing industry in NSW, and the highest standards of integrity and animal welfare.\nThe Inquiry’s original reporting date of 13 December 2024 was extended until 30 April 20\n  Source: `pages/inquiries-index.html`\n- to Greyhound Racing NSW\nIn July 2024, the Minister for Gaming and Racing David Harris appointed the Lea Drake as an Acting Commissioner of the Greyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission to conduct an Inquiry into Greyhound Racing NSW (GRNSW) under Part 8 of the Greyhound Racing Act 2017.\nThe purpose of the Inquiry into GRNSW was to ensure a viable and sustainable greyhound racing industry in NSW, and the highest standards of integrity and animal welfare.\nThe Inquiry’s original reporting date of 13 December 2024 was extended until 30 April 20\n  Source: `pages/inquiries-index__12.html`\n- Fit and Proper Person Framework | Greyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission\n\nFit and Proper Person Framework\nVersion 3.1 - 11 July 2025\nSection 47(1) of the\nGreyhound Racing Act 2017\nrequires the Commission to ensure that any person who is registered as a participant in the greyhound racing industry is a fit and proper person, having regard to the need to protect the public interest as it relates to the greyhound racing industry.\nThe purp\n  Source: `pages/strategies-index__10.html`\n- articipant in the greyhound racing industry and has previously failed to adequately account for the whereabouts of a greyhound.\nApplicant will be asked for further information.\nApplication may be refused.\n17. Industry Interest Consideration - section 49(3) of\nGreyhound Racing Act 2017.\nThe Commission may refuse to register a person as a greyhound racing industry participant if it is of the opinion that it would be in the best interests of the greyhound racing industry to do so.\n  Source: `pages/strategies-index__10.html`\n\n### Government Sector Finance Act 2018\n\n**Type**: Act\n**Confidence**: high\n**Mentions**: 20\n**Register search**: https://legislation.nsw.gov.au/search?query=Government+Sector+Finance+Act+2018\n\n**Sources**:\n- `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2022-23.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2023-24.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2024-25.pages.jsonl`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- ntities it controlled at the year’s end or\nfrom time to time during the financial year.\nIn my opinion, the financial statements:\n• have been prepared in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards and the applicable\nfinancial reporting requirements of the Government Sector Finance Act 2018 (GSF Act), the\nGovernment Sector Finance Regulation 2018 (GSF Regulation) and the Treasurer's Directions\n• presents fairly the financial position, financial performance and cash flows of the Commission\nand the consolidated entity.\nMy opinion should be read in\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- l Audit\nDelegate of the Auditor-General for New South Wales\n25 October 2021\nSYDNEY\nANNUAL REPORT 2020/21\n38\n\n[page 39]\nGREYHOUND WELFARE AND INTEGRITY COMMISSION\nSTATEMENT BY THE CHIEF COMMISSIONER AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER\nPursuant to section 7.6(4) of the Government Sector Finance Act 2018 (‘the Act’), we state that these financial\nstatements:\n(a) have been prepared in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards, the applicable requirements of\nthe Act, the Government Sector Finance Regulation 2018 and the Treasurer’s Directions, and;\n(b) pr\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- ncial statements are general purpose financial statements which have been prepared on an\naccruals basis and in accordance with:\n• applicable Australian Accounting Standards (AAS) (which include Australian Accounting\nInterpretations);\n• the requirements of the Government Sector Finance Act 2018 (‘the Act’);\n• Government Sector Finance Regulation 2018; and\n• Treasurer’s Directions.\nProperty, plant and equipment is reported at depreciated historical cost as a proxy of fair value. Other financial\nstatement items are prepared in accordance with the hist\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- ntities it controlled at the year’s end or from time to time during\nthe financial year.\nIn my opinion, the financial statements:\n• have been prepared in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards and the applicable\nfinancial reporting requirements of the Government Sector Finance Act 2018 (GSF Act), the\nGovernment Sector Finance Regulation 2018 (GSF Regulation) and the Treasurer's Directions\n• presents fairly the financial position, financial performance and cash flows of the Commission\nand the consolidated entity.\nMy opinion should be read in\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n- uth Wales\n28 September 2022\nSYDNEY\n40 ANNUAL REPORT 2021/22 GREYHOUND WELFARE & INTEGRITY COMMISSION\n\n[page 41]\nGREYHOUND WELFARE AND INTEGRITY COMMISSION\nSTATEMENT BY THE ACTING CHIEF COMMISSIONER AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER\nPursuant to section 7.6(4) of the Government Sector Finance Act 2018 (‘the Act’), we state that these financial\nstatements:\n(a) have been prepared in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards, the applicable requirements of\nthe Act, the Government Sector Finance Regulation 2018 and the Treasurer’s Directions, and;\n(b) pr\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n\n### Greyhound Racing Regulation 2019\n\n**Type**: Regulation\n**Confidence**: high\n**Mentions**: 14\n**Register search**: https://legislation.nsw.gov.au/search?query=Greyhound+Racing+Regulation+2019\n\n**Sources**:\n- `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2022-23.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2023-24.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2024-25.pages.jsonl`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- on for the year ended 30 June 2021.\nThis report has been prepared in accordance with the provisions of the Annual Reports (Departments) Act 1985, the\nAnnual Reports (Departments) Regulation 2015, section 15 of the Greyhound Racing Act 2017 and clause 5 of the\nGreyhound Racing Regulation 2019.\nYours sincerely\nAlan Brown AM Steve Griffin\nChief Commissioner Chief Executive Officer\nGreyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission Greyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission\n22 October 2021\nANNUAL REPORT 2020/21\n2\n\n[page 3]\nCONTENTS\nForeword from the Chief Commis\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- , and competency requirements for remaining\ncategories of registration will be introduced progressively over 2021/22.\nLEGISLATIVE AND RULE CHANGES\nNo changes were made to the Greyhound Racing Act 2017 during the reporting period.\nFollowing introduction of the Greyhound Racing Regulation 2019, a small number of implementation issues were\nidentified which were addressed by minor amendments made in December 2020.\nNo changes were made to the Greyhound Racing Rules in 2020/21.\nANNUAL REPORT 2020/21\n18\n\n[page 19]\nPUBLIC CONFIDENCE AND CUSTOMER SERVICE\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- the reported\nresults or financial position of the Group as at 30 June 2021.\nEND OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS\nANNUAL REPORT 2020/21\n64\n\n[page 65]\nADDITIONAL REPORTING REQUIREMENTS\nGREYHOUND RACING REGULATION REQUIREMENTS\nFor the purposes of clause 5 of the Greyhound Racing Regulation 2019, the Commission reports:\n• No directions were given by the Minister under section 8 of the Act.\n• A report on the activities of the Greyhound Industry Animal Welfare Committee is provided at Appendix A.\n• No greyhound trial track registrations were suspended\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- on for the year ended 30 June 2022.\nThis report has been prepared in accordance with the provisions of the Annual Reports (Departments) Act 1985, the\nAnnual Reports (Departments) Regulation 2015, section 15 of the Greyhound Racing Act 2017 and clause 5 of the\nGreyhound Racing Regulation 2019.\nYours sincerely\nCHRIS WHEELER PSM STEVE GRIFFIN\nActing Chief Commissioner Chief Executive Officer\nGreyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission Greyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission\n17 October 2022\n2 ANNUAL REPORT 2021/22 GREYHOUND WELFARE & INTEGRITY COMMISSI\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n- on of the Group as at 30 June 2022.\nEND OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS\n70 ANNUAL REPORT 2021/22 GREYHOUND WELFARE & INTEGRITY COMMISSION\n\n[page 71]\nADDITIONAL REPORTING REQUIREMENTS\nGREYHOUND RACING REGULATION REQUIREMENTS\nFor the purposes of clause 5 of the Greyhound Racing Regulation 2019, the Commission reports:\n• Nil directions were given by the Minister under section 8 of the Act.\n• A report on the activities of the Greyhound Industry Animal Welfare Committee is provided at Appendix A.\n• Nil greyhound trial track registrations were suspende\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n\n### Government Sector Employment Act 2013\n\n**Type**: Act\n**Confidence**: high\n**Mentions**: 10\n**Register search**: https://legislation.nsw.gov.au/search?query=Government+Sector+Employment+Act+2013\n\n**Sources**:\n- `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2022-23.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2023-24.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2024-25.pages.jsonl`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- Total 36 34 0 70\n2017/18\nFemale Male Not identified Total\nBusiness operations, compliance and strategic reform 13 9 0 22\nRace day welfare and integrity functions 0 3 0 3\nTotal 13 12 0 25\nNON-EXECUTIVE OFFICERS\nOfficers of the Commission are employed under the Government Sector Employment Act 2013 and the Crown\nEmployees (Public Services Conditions of Employment) Reviewed Award 2009.\nEMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS\nAll roles in the Commission were recruited in accordance with the Government Sector Employment Act 2013 and\nGovernment Sector Employment Rules 2014.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- cers of the Commission are employed under the Government Sector Employment Act 2013 and the Crown\nEmployees (Public Services Conditions of Employment) Reviewed Award 2009.\nEMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS\nAll roles in the Commission were recruited in accordance with the Government Sector Employment Act 2013 and\nGovernment Sector Employment Rules 2014. All recruitment to the Commission was merit-based.\nAs a condition of employment, the Commission’s Code of Ethics and Conduct requires all staff to demonstrate ethical\nbehaviours and comply with the requirements of\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- ON 35\n\n[page 36]\n2017/18\nFemale Male Not identified Total\nBusiness operations, compliance and strategic reform 13 9 0 22\nRace day welfare and integrity functions 0 3 0 3\nTotal 13 12 0 25\nNON-EXECUTIVE OFFICERS\nOfficers of the Commission are employed under the Government Sector Employment Act 2013 and the Crown\nEmployees (Public Services Conditions of Employment) Reviewed Award 2009.\nEMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS\nAll roles in the Commission were recruited in accordance with the Government Sector Employment Act 2013 and\nGovernment Sector Employment Rules 2014.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n- cers of the Commission are employed under the Government Sector Employment Act 2013 and the Crown\nEmployees (Public Services Conditions of Employment) Reviewed Award 2009.\nEMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS\nAll roles in the Commission were recruited in accordance with the Government Sector Employment Act 2013 and\nGovernment Sector Employment Rules 2014. All recruitment to the Commission was merit-based.\nAs a condition of employment, the Commission’s Code of Ethics and Conduct requires all staff to demonstrate ethical\nbehaviours and comply with the requirements of\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n- Not​identified Total\nBusiness​operations,​compliance​and​strategic​reform 13 9 0 22\nRace​day​welfare​and​integrity​functions​ 0 3 0 3\nTotal 13 12 0 25\n36 ANNUAL REPORT 2022/23\n\n[page 37]\nNON-EXECUTIVE OFFICERS\nOfficers​of​the​Commission​are​employed​under​the​Government Sector Employment Act 2013​and​the​Crown\nEmployees (Public Services Conditions of Employment) Reviewed Award 2009.\nEMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS\nAll​roles​in​the​Commission​were​recruited​in​accordance​with​the​Government Sector Employment Act 2013​and​\nGovernment Sector Employment Rules 2014.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2022-23.pages.jsonl`\n\n### Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009\n\n**Type**: Act\n**Confidence**: high\n**Mentions**: 9\n**Register search**: https://legislation.nsw.gov.au/search?query=Government+Information+%28Public+Access%29+Act+2009\n\n**Sources**:\n- `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2022-23.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2023-24.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2024-25.pages.jsonl`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- ns. The terms of reference and minutes of each meeting are published on the\nCommission’s website so that the wider industry is informed of the GIPAC’s work.\nRELEASE OF GOVERNMENT INFORMATION\nIn accordance with sections 25 and 26 of the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 (GIPA), the\nCommission publishes in its Disclosure Log on the Commission’s website details of information released in response\nto access applications that may be of interest to other members of the public.\nThree applications under the GIPA Act were received a\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- er\nEffie Chen\nDCS Chief Audit Executive (+61 2 8575 1248)\ncae@customerservice.nsw.gov.au\nGREYHOUND WELFARE & INTEGRITY COMMISSION\n71\n\n[page 72]\nAPPENDIX C\nAs a NSW government agency, the Commission is subject to the requirements of the Government Information (Public\nAccess) Act 2009 (GIPA) and reports the details of formal access applications received by the Commission in 2020/21.\nThe main objective of the GIPA Act is to make information publicly available unless there is an overriding interest\nagainst disclosing information. The GIPA Ac\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- ns. The terms of reference and minutes of each meeting are published on the\nCommission’s website so that the wider industry is informed of the GIPAC’s work.\nRELEASE OF GOVERNMENT INFORMATION\nIn accordance with sections 25 and 26 of the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 (GIPA), the\nCommission publishes in its Disclosure Log on the Commission’s website details of information released in response\nto access applications that may be of interest to other members of the public.\nThere were no formal applications under the GIPA Act\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n- S Chief Audit Executive (8575 1248)\ncae@customerservice.nsw.gov.au\n76 ANNUAL REPORT 2021/22 GREYHOUND WELFARE & INTEGRITY COMMISSION\n\n[page 77]\nAPPENDIX C\nAs a NSW government agency, the Commission is subject to the requirements of the Government Information (Public\nAccess) Act 2009 (GIPA) and reports the details of formal access applications received by the Commission in 2021/22.\nThe main objective of the GIPA Act is to make information publicly available unless there is an overriding interest\nagainst disclosing information. The GIPA Ac\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n- ns.​The​terms​of​reference​and​minutes​of​each​meeting​are​published​on\nthe​Commission’s​website​so​that​the​wider​industry​is​informed​of​the​GIPAC’s​work.\nRELEASE OF GOVERNMENT INFORMATION\nIn​accordance​with​sections​25​and​26​of​the​Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 (GIPA),​the​\nCommission​publishes​in​its​Disclosure​Log​on​the​Commission’s​website​details​of​information​released​in​response​\nto​access​applications​that​may​be​of​interest​to​other​members​of​the​public.\nThere​were​two​formal​applications​under​the​GIPA​A\n  Source: `annual-reports/2022-23.pages.jsonl`\n\n### Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998\n\n**Type**: Act\n**Confidence**: high\n**Mentions**: 8\n**Register search**: https://legislation.nsw.gov.au/search?query=Privacy+and+Personal+Information+Protection+Act+1998\n\n**Sources**:\n- `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2022-23.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2023-24.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2024-25.pages.jsonl`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- Government Sector Employment Rules 2014. All recruitment to the Commission was merit-based.\nAs a condition of employment, the Commission’s Code of Ethics and Conduct requires all staff to demonstrate ethical\nbehaviours and comply with the requirements of the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998.\nWORKFORCE DIVERSITY\nAt 30 June 2021, the Commission’s gender diversity had declined from 51% female in its first year of operation to\n41.5% among non-executive officers, and from 50% to 14% at the executive and Commissioner level.\nThe Commission did not deve\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- he Group’s insurance activities are conducted through the NSW Treasury Managed Funds Scheme of self-insurance\nfor Government entities, which determines the expense (premium).\nPRIVACY AND PERSONAL INFORMATION\nThe Commission complies with the requirement of the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998 when it\ncollects, stores, uses and discloses information.\nOTHER DISCLOSURES\nTable 14: Other disclosures\nFunds granted to non-government community organisations None\nEconomic or other factors affecting the achievement of Fewer race meetings and kennel inspecti\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- Government Sector Employment Rules 2014. All recruitment to the Commission was merit-based.\nAs a condition of employment, the Commission’s Code of Ethics and Conduct requires all staff to demonstrate ethical\nbehaviours and comply with the requirements of the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998.\nWORKFORCE DIVERSITY\nAt 30 June 2022, the Commission’s gender diversity had declined from 51% female in its first year of operation to\n40.7% among non-executive officers, and from 50% to 0% at the executive and Commissioner level.\nThe Commission did not devel\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n- he Group’s insurance activities are conducted through the NSW Treasury Managed Funds Scheme of self-insurance\nfor Government entities, which determines the expense (premium).\nPRIVACY AND PERSONAL INFORMATION\nThe Commission complies with the requirement of the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998 when it\ncollects, stores, uses and discloses information.\nOTHER DISCLOSURES\nTable 14: Other disclosures\nFunds granted to non-government community organisations None\nEconomic or other factors affecting the achievement of\nNone\noperational activities\nResearch an\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n- Government Sector Employment Rules 2014.​All​recruitment​to​the​Commission​was​merit-based.\nAs​a​condition​of​employment,​the​Commission’s​Code​of​Ethics​and​Conduct​requires​all​staff​to​demonstrate​ethical​\nbehaviours​and​comply​with​the​requirements​of​the​Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998.\nWORKFORCE DIVERSITY\nAt​30​June​2023,​the​Commission’s​gender​diversity​had​declined​from​51%​female​in​its​first​year​of​operation​to​40%​\namong​non-executive​officers,​and​from​50%​to​0%​at​the​executive​and​Commissioner​level.\nFrom​1July​2022​the​Commissio\n  Source: `annual-reports/2022-23.pages.jsonl`\n\n### Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1979\n\n**Type**: Act\n**Confidence**: high\n**Mentions**: 6\n**Register search**: https://legislation.nsw.gov.au/search?query=Prevention+of+Cruelty+to+Animals+Act+1979\n\n**Sources**:\n- `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2022-23.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2023-24.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2024-25.pages.jsonl`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- e or natural causes 119 63%\nDeath total 188 100%\n1 Includes euthanasia and sudden deaths at race meetings.\n2 The circumstances surrounding any emergency euthanasia are examined by the Commission to ensure that no breach of the Greyhound\nRehoming Policy or the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1979 has occurred.\n3 Euthanasia due to behavioural reasons is not currently permitted under the Greyhound Rehoming Policy. These cases are investigated to\ndetermine whether a breach of the policy has occurred.\nSource: OneGov 13/8/2021.\n*Data presented here is base\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- e or natural causes 215 67%\nDeath total 322 100%\n1 Includes euthanasia and sudden deaths at race meetings.\n2 The circumstances surrounding any emergency euthanasia are examined by the Commission to ensure that no breach of the Greyhound\nRehoming Policy or the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1979 has occurred.\n3 Euthanasia due to behavioural reasons is not currently permitted under the Greyhound Rehoming Policy. These cases are investigated to\ndetermine whether a breach of the policy has occurred.\nSource: OneGov 19/9/2022. Note: figures for 2019/20 an\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n- 0 34\nGreyhound​audit 8 6 14\nRegistration​(new​or​updated) 27 4 31\nTargeted​based​on​intelligence 77 85 162\nOut​of​competition​swabbing 17 0 17\nTotal 455 106 561\nInspected​kennels​are​assessed​against​the​NSW​Greyhound​Welfare​Code​of​Practice.​Sections​of​the​Prevention\nof Cruelty to Animals Act 1979​are​also​applied​where​appropriate.\nTo​date,​over​14,000​greyhounds​have​been​checked​in​using​eTrac.​This​represents​approximately​75%​of​the​\nestimated​greyhound​population​of​over​18,000.\nInspectors​issued​more​than​60​verbal​instructions​and​more​than​50​\n  Source: `annual-reports/2022-23.pages.jsonl`\n- updated) 85\nTargeted​based​on​intelligence 133\nInspection​-​complaint 182\nTotal 453\nANNUAL REPORT 2023/24 GREYHOUND WELFARE & INTEGRITY COMMISSION 15\n\n[page 16]\nInspected​kennels​are​assessed​against​the​NSW​Greyhound​Welfare​Code​of​Practice.​Sections​of​the​Prevention\nof Cruelty to Animals Act 1979​are​also​applied​where​appropriate.\nInspectors​issued​more​than​60​verbal​instructions​and​more​than​50​written​directions​for​instances​of​\nnon-compliance​with​the​relevant​code.​Written​and​verbal​directions​related​to:​\n• ​Firefighting​equipment\n• ​Evacuat\n  Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pages.jsonl`\n- ,​age​or​natural​causes 306 61%\nDeath total 505\n1 Includes​euthanasia​and​sudden​deaths​at​race​meetings;\n2​The​circumstances​surrounding​any​emergency​euthanasia​are​examined​by​the​Commission​to​ensure​that​no​breach​of​the​Greyhound​\nRehoming​Policy​or​the​Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1979​has​occurred.\nSource:​OneGov​and​eTrac​9/9/2024.​Note:​figures​include​late​notifications​and​may​not​match​previously​published​quarterly​figures\n30 ANNUAL REPORT 2023/24 GREYHOUND WELFARE & INTEGRITY COMMISSION\n\n[page 31]\nThe​proportion​of​euthanasias​due​t\n  Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pages.jsonl`\n\n### Government Sector Employment Rules 2014\n\n**Type**: Rules\n**Confidence**: high\n**Mentions**: 5\n**Register search**: https://legislation.nsw.gov.au/search?query=Government+Sector+Employment+Rules+2014\n\n**Sources**:\n- `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2022-23.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2023-24.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2024-25.pages.jsonl`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- the Government Sector Employment Act 2013 and the Crown\nEmployees (Public Services Conditions of Employment) Reviewed Award 2009.\nEMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS\nAll roles in the Commission were recruited in accordance with the Government Sector Employment Act 2013 and\nGovernment Sector Employment Rules 2014. All recruitment to the Commission was merit-based.\nAs a condition of employment, the Commission’s Code of Ethics and Conduct requires all staff to demonstrate ethical\nbehaviours and comply with the requirements of the Privacy and Personal Information Protect\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- the Government Sector Employment Act 2013 and the Crown\nEmployees (Public Services Conditions of Employment) Reviewed Award 2009.\nEMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS\nAll roles in the Commission were recruited in accordance with the Government Sector Employment Act 2013 and\nGovernment Sector Employment Rules 2014. All recruitment to the Commission was merit-based.\nAs a condition of employment, the Commission’s Code of Ethics and Conduct requires all staff to demonstrate ethical\nbehaviours and comply with the requirements of the Privacy and Personal Information Protect\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n- he​Government Sector Employment Act 2013​and​the​Crown\nEmployees (Public Services Conditions of Employment) Reviewed Award 2009.\nEMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS\nAll​roles​in​the​Commission​were​recruited​in​accordance​with​the​Government Sector Employment Act 2013​and​\nGovernment Sector Employment Rules 2014.​All​recruitment​to​the​Commission​was​merit-based.\nAs​a​condition​of​employment,​the​Commission’s​Code​of​Ethics​and​Conduct​requires​all​staff​to​demonstrate​ethical​\nbehaviours​and​comply​with​the​requirements​of​the​Privacy and Personal Information Protec\n  Source: `annual-reports/2022-23.pages.jsonl`\n- he​Government Sector Employment Act 2013​and​the​Crown\nEmployees (Public Services Conditions of Employment) Reviewed Award 2009.\nEMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS\nAll​roles​in​the​Commission​were​recruited​in​accordance​with​the​Government Sector Employment Act 2013​and​\nGovernment Sector Employment Rules 2014.​All​recruitment​to​the​Commission​is​merit-based​and​conducted​either​\nvia​a​suitability​or​comparative​assessment​process.​\nAs​a​condition​of​employment,​the​Commission’s​Code​of​Ethics​and​Conduct​requires​all​staff​to​complete​a​\ndeclaration​on​an​annual​\n  Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pages.jsonl`\n- fied in the headcount data provided in FY 23/24 and has been rectified in this year’s report.\n38 ANNUAL REPORT 2024/25\n\n[page 39]\nEMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS\nAll roles in the Commission were recruited in accordance with the Government Sector Employment Act 2013 and\nGovernment Sector Employment Rules 2014. All recruitment to the Commission was merit-based and conducted\neither via a suitability or comparative assessment process.\nAs a condition of employment, the Commission’s Code of Ethics and Conduct requires all staff to complete a\ndeclaration on an annual ba\n  Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pages.jsonl`\n\n### Racing Appeals Tribunal Act 1983\n\n**Type**: Act\n**Confidence**: high\n**Mentions**: 5\n**Register search**: https://legislation.nsw.gov.au/search?query=Racing+Appeals+Tribunal+Act+1983\n\n**Sources**:\n- `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2022-23.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2023-24.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2024-25.pages.jsonl`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- INTERNAL REVIEW OF COMMISSION DECISIONS\nThere are two avenues of appeal for participants who are subject to disciplinary action or refused registration by the\nCommission. The Racing Appeals Tribunal (RAT) is an independent statutory body established under the Racing\nAppeals Tribunal Act 1983 and determines appeals from all three racing codes in NSW. Seventeen greyhound racing\nmatters were appealed to the RAT during the reporting period. Of these, six were upheld, five were dismissed,\ntwo were in part dismissed and in part upheld, while two were w\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- INTERNAL REVIEW OF COMMISSION DECISIONS\nThere are two avenues of appeal for participants who are subject to disciplinary action or refused registration by the\nCommission. The Racing Appeals Tribunal (RAT) is an independent statutory body established under the Racing\nAppeals Tribunal Act 1983 and determines appeals from all three racing codes in NSW.\nTwenty-eight greyhound racing matters were appealed to the RAT during the reporting period. Of these, nine\nwere upheld, four were dismissed, one was in part dismissed and in part upheld, while six wer\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n- NTERNAL REVIEW OF COMMISSION DECISIONS\nThere​are​two​avenues​of​appeal​for​participants​who​are​subject​to​disciplinary​action​or​refused​registration​by​the​\nCommission.​The​Racing​Appeals​Tribunal​(RAT)​is​an​independent​statutory​body​established​under​the​Racing\nAppeals Tribunal Act 1983​and​determines​appeals​from​all​three​racing​codes​in​NSW.\nThirty-one​greyhound​racing​matters​were​appealed​to​the​RAT​during​the​reporting​period.​Of​these​31​appeals,\neight​were​lodged​during​the​2021/22​reporting​period​and​finalised​in​the​2022/23​report\n  Source: `annual-reports/2022-23.pages.jsonl`\n- NTERNAL REVIEW OF COMMISSION DECISIONS\nThere​are​two​avenues​of​appeal​for​participants​who​are​subject​to​disciplinary​action​or​refused​registration​by​the​\nCommission.​The​Racing​Appeals​Tribunal​(RAT)​is​an​independent​statutory​body​established​under​the​Racing\nAppeals Tribunal Act 1983​and​determines​appeals​from​all​three​racing​codes​in​NSW.​\nForty-eight​greyhound​racing​matters​were​appealed​to​the​RAT​during​the​reporting​period.​Of​these​48​appeals,​\nfive​were​lodged​during​the​2022/23​reporting​period​and​finalised​in​the​2023/24​repo\n  Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pages.jsonl`\n- INTERNAL REVIEW OF COMMISSION DECISIONS\nThere are two avenues of appeal for participants who are subject to disciplinary action or refused registration by the\nCommission. The Racing Appeals Tribunal (RAT) is an independent statutory body established under the Racing\nAppeals Tribunal Act 1983 and determines appeals from all three racing codes in New South Wales.\nForty-two greyhound racing matters were appealed to the RAT during the reporting period. Of these 42 appeals, 16\nwere lodged during the 2023/24 reporting period and finalised in the 2024/2\n  Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pages.jsonl`\n\n### Work Health and Safety Act 2011\n\n**Type**: Act\n**Confidence**: high\n**Mentions**: 5\n**Register search**: https://legislation.nsw.gov.au/search?query=Work+Health+and+Safety+Act+2011\n\n**Sources**:\n- `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2022-23.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2023-24.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2024-25.pages.jsonl`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- n 1 July 2019 the Commission became part of the Department of\nCustomer Service cluster and refers to the Department’s policies for these matters.\nWORK HEALTH AND SAFETY\nSeven work health and safety incidents were reported. There were no prosecutions under the Work Health and\nSafety Act 2011.\nGREYHOUND WELFARE & INTEGRITY COMMISSION\n33\n\n[page 34]\nTable 11: Reported work health and safety incidents\nReported within 24\nType of notification Number %\nhours\nInjury/Illness 1 15% 100%\nDangerous occurrence 6 85% 100%\nHazard / damage 0 0% 100%\nNear miss 0\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- 2022 the Commission became part of the Department\nof Enterprise, Investment and Trade and refers to the Department’s policies for these matters.\nWORK HEALTH AND SAFETY\nSeven work health and safety incidents were reported. There were no prosecutions under the Work Health and Safety\nAct 2011.\nTable 11: Reported work health and safety incidents\nReported within 24\nType of notification Number %\nhours\nInjury/Illness 1 16% 100%\nDangerous occurrence 5 83% 100%\nHazard / damage 0 0% 100%\nNear miss 0 0% 100%\nHUMAN RESOURCES POLICIES\nIn 2021/22 the Commiss\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n- Investment​&​Trade​and​refers​to​the​\nDepartment’s​policies​for​workforce​diversity,​disability​inclusion​and​multicultural​policies​and​services.\nWORK HEALTH AND SAFETY\nFour​work​health​and​safety​incidents​were​reported.​There​were​no​prosecutions​under​the​Work Health and Safety\nAct 2011.\nTable 11: Reported work health and safety incidents\nReported within 24\nType of notification Number %\nhours\nInjury/Illness​ 3 75% 100%\nDangerous​occurrence 0 0 0\nHazard​/​damage 0 0 0\nNear​miss 1 25% 100%\nHUMAN RESOURCES POLICIES\nIn​2022/23​the​Commission​imp\n  Source: `annual-reports/2022-23.pages.jsonl`\n- his​commitment​is​reflected​in​our​ongoing​efforts​to​attract​and​support​a​workforce​\nthat​is​representative​of​the​broader​community.\nWORK HEALTH AND SAFETY\nFour​work​health​and​safety​incidents​were​reported​in​2023/24.​There​were​no​prosecutions​under​the​Work Health\nand Safety Act 2011.\nNotification Number Reported in 24 hours\nHazard 2 100%\nInjury 2 0\nNear​miss 0 N/A\nHUMAN RESOURCES POLICIES\nIn​2023/24​the​Commission​implemented​or​amended​these​policies​and​procedures​for​staff:\nTitle Last review date\nPublic​Interest​Disclosure​Policy 1​Oc\n  Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pages.jsonl`\n- ganisation. This commitment is reflected in our ongoing efforts to attract and support a workforce\nthat is representative of the broader community.\nWORK HEALTH AND SAFETY\nTen work health and safety incidents were reported. There were no prosecutions under the Work Health and Safety\nAct 2011.\nNotification Number Reported in 24 hours\nHazard 1 100%\nInjury 3 100%\nNear miss 6 100%\nHUMAN RESOURCES POLICIES\nIn 2024/25 the Commission implemented or amended these policies and procedures for staff:\nTitle Last review date\nFalse or Vexatious Complaints Poli\n  Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pages.jsonl`\n\n### Betting Tax Act 2001\n\n**Type**: Act\n**Confidence**: high\n**Mentions**: 4\n**Register search**: https://legislation.nsw.gov.au/search?query=Betting+Tax+Act+2001\n\n**Sources**:\n- `annual-reports/2024-25.pages.jsonl`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- perating Licence Agreement effecting a revised funding\niCare NSW Insurance recoveries 33 59\nmodel announced on 20 June 2021 which requires Greyhound Racing New South Wales (GRNSW) to transfer the\nallocation of its share of POCT received in accordance with the Betting Tax Act 2001 and the Intercode Agreement.\nDepartment of Customer Provision of administrative, payroll, finance 578 615\nThe Group was not able to evidence sufficiently specific performance obligations connected to the proceeds for\nService and operational assistance. Rechar\n  Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pages.jsonl`\n- e of\nthe purposes of AASB 15. Accordingly, the receipt of POCT should be accounted for under AASB 1058 and\nusage costs, at cost\nrecognised as revenue on receipt.\nTechnology related fees (GTP), Cyber & 40 117\nHardware\nNSW Treasury reviewed the operation of the Betting Tax Act 2001 during the course of the 2023-2024 financial\nDepartment of Creative Provision of GovConnect services 181 202\nyear and as a result changed the timing of quarterly instalments required by Division 13M. This effectively brought\nIndustries, Tourism,\nforward the t\n  Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pages.jsonl`\n- ies. The Minister amended the GRNSW Operating Licence Agreement effecting a revised funding\nmodel announced on 20 June 2021 which requires Greyhound Racing New South Wales (GRNSW) to transfer the\nallocation of its share of POCT received in accordance with the Betting Tax Act 2001 and the Intercode Agreement.\nThe Group was not able to evidence sufficiently specific performance obligations connected to the proceeds for\nthe purposes of AASB 15. Accordingly, the receipt of POCT should be accounted for under AASB 1058 and\nrecognised as rev\n  Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pages.jsonl`\n- ence sufficiently specific performance obligations connected to the proceeds for\nthe purposes of AASB 15. Accordingly, the receipt of POCT should be accounted for under AASB 1058 and\nrecognised as revenue on receipt.\nNSW Treasury reviewed the operation of the Betting Tax Act 2001 during the course of the 2023-2024 financial\nyear and as a result changed the timing of quarterly instalments required by Division 13M. This effectively brought\nforward the timing of the Group’s funding leading to this error.\nIn 2023-24 the Group received $3.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pages.jsonl`\n\n### Act, the Government Sector Finance Regulation 2018\n\n**Type**: Act\n**Confidence**: high\n**Mentions**: 3\n**Register search**: https://legislation.nsw.gov.au/search?query=Act%2C+the+Government+Sector+Finance+Regulation+2018\n\n**Sources**:\n- `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2022-23.pages.jsonl`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- D CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER\nPursuant to section 7.6(4) of the Government Sector Finance Act 2018 (‘the Act’), we state that these financial\nstatements:\n(a) have been prepared in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards, the applicable requirements of\nthe Act, the Government Sector Finance Regulation 2018 and the Treasurer’s Directions, and;\n(b) present fairly the Greyhound Welfare and Integrity Commission’s financial position, financial\nperformance and cash flows.\n_________________________\nAlan Brown AM\nChief Commissioner\nDate: 22 October 2021\n_______________\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- D CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER\nPursuant to section 7.6(4) of the Government Sector Finance Act 2018 (‘the Act’), we state that these financial\nstatements:\n(a) have been prepared in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards, the applicable requirements of\nthe Act, the Government Sector Finance Regulation 2018 and the Treasurer’s Directions, and;\n(b) present fairly the Greyhound Welfare and Integrity Commission’s financial position, financial\nperformance and cash flows.\n_________________________\nChris Wheeler PSM\nActing Chief Commissioner\nDate: 27 September 2022\n__\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n- D CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER\nPursuant to section 7.6(4) of the Government Sector Finance Act 2018 (‘the Act’), we state that these financial\nstatements:\n(a) have been prepared in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards, the applicable requirements of\nthe Act, the Government Sector Finance Regulation 2018 and the Treasurer’s Directions, and;\n(b) present fairly the Greyhound Welfare and Integrity Commission’s financial position, financial\nperformance and cash flows.\n_________________________\nBrenton Taylor\nChief Commissioner\nDate: 25 October 2023\n______________\n  Source: `annual-reports/2022-23.pages.jsonl`\n\n### Government Sector Finance Regulation 2018\n\n**Type**: Regulation\n**Confidence**: high\n**Mentions**: 3\n**Register search**: https://legislation.nsw.gov.au/search?query=Government+Sector+Finance+Regulation+2018\n\n**Sources**:\n- `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2022-23.pages.jsonl`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- tements which have been prepared on an\naccruals basis and in accordance with:\n• applicable Australian Accounting Standards (AAS) (which include Australian Accounting\nInterpretations);\n• the requirements of the Government Sector Finance Act 2018 (‘the Act’);\n• Government Sector Finance Regulation 2018; and\n• Treasurer’s Directions.\nProperty, plant and equipment is reported at depreciated historical cost as a proxy of fair value. Other financial\nstatement items are prepared in accordance with the historical cost convention except where specified\notherwise.\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- tements which have been prepared on an accruals\nbasis and in accordance with:\n• applicable Australian Accounting Standards (AAS) (which include Australian Accounting Interpretations);\n• the requirements of the Government Sector Finance Act 2018 (‘the Act’);\n• Government Sector Finance Regulation 2018; and\n• Treasurer’s Directions issued under the GSF Act.\nProperty, plant and equipment is reported at depreciated historical cost as a proxy of fair value. Other financial\nstatement items are prepared in accordance with the historical cost convention except wh\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n- tements which have been prepared on an accruals\nbasis and in accordance with:\n applicable Australian Accounting Standards (AAS) (which include Australian Accounting Interpretations);\n the requirements of the Government Sector Finance Act 2018 (‘the Act’);\n Government Sector Finance Regulation 2018; and\n Treasurer’s Directions issued under the GSF Act.\nProperty, plant and equipment is reported at depreciated historical cost as a proxy of fair value. Other financial\nstatement items are prepared in accordance with the historical cost convention except wh\n  Source: `annual-reports/2022-23.pages.jsonl`\n\n### Government Sector Finance Regulation 2024\n\n**Type**: Regulation\n**Confidence**: high\n**Mentions**: 3\n**Register search**: https://legislation.nsw.gov.au/search?query=Government+Sector+Finance+Regulation+2024\n\n**Sources**:\n- `annual-reports/2023-24.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2024-25.pages.jsonl`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- to the enhancements are recognised as an expense along with other system\n the requirements of the Government Sector Finance Act 2018 (“GSF Act”); enhancements commissioned by the Group. The former OneGov system, fully amortised in the 2023 financial year,\n Government Sector Finance Regulation 2024; and was decommissioned in June 2024.\n Treasurer’s Directions issued under the GSF Act.\n(h) Changes in Accounting Policy, Including New or Revised Australian Accounting Standards\nProperty, plant and equipment, together with certain financial assets and liabi\n  Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pages.jsonl`\n- to the enhancements are recognised as an expense along with other system\n the requirements of the Government Sector Finance Act 2018 (“GSF Act”); enhancements commissioned by the Group. The former OneGov system, fully amortised in the 2023 financial year,\n Government Sector Finance Regulation 2024; and was decommissioned in June 2024.\n Treasurer’s Directions issued under the GSF Act.\n(h) Changes in Accounting Policy, Including New or Revised Australian Accounting Standards\nProperty, plant and equipment, together with certain financial assets and liabi\n  Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pages.jsonl`\n- Group has assessed the potential impact of all other issued but not yet effective standards and has determined\n• the requirements of the Government Sector Finance Act 2018 (“GSF Act”); they are unlikely to have a material impact on the financial statements.\n• Government Sector Finance Regulation 2024; and\n• Treasurer’s Directions issued under the GSF Act.\n2. EXPENSES EXCLUDING LOSSES\nProperty, plant and equipment, together with certain financial assets and liabilities are measured using the fair value\nbasis. Other financial statement items are prepared in\n  Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pages.jsonl`\n\n### NSW Greyhound Welfare Code of Practice. Sections of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1979\n\n**Type**: Act\n**Confidence**: medium\n**Mentions**: 2\n**Register search**: https://legislation.nsw.gov.au/search?query=NSW+Greyhound+Welfare+Code+of+Practice.+Sections+of+the+Prevention+of+Cruelty+to+Animals+Act+1979\n\n**Sources**:\n- `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- 1 311\nPrior to 31 December 2020, inspected kennels were assessed against the Code of Practice for the Keeping of\nGreyhounds in Training and the Code of Practice for Breeding Rearing and Education. From 1 January 2021\ninspected kennels are assessed against the NSW Greyhound Welfare Code of Practice. Sections of the Prevention of\nCruelty to Animals Act 1979 are also applied where appropriate.\nInspectors issued 39 verbal instructions and 48 written directions for 41 instances of non-compliance with the relevant\ncode, and identified 13 animal welfare matters where owners of greyhounds were issued written direction\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- Total\nRoutine 32 1 33\nPositive Swab 4 0 4\nNew kennels 20 2 20\nGreyhound audit 13 2 15\nRegistration (new or updated) 26 0 26\nTargeted based on intelligence 78 23 101\nOut of competition swabbing 0 0 0\nTotal 173 26 199\nInspected kennels are assessed against the NSW Greyhound Welfare Code of Practice. Sections of the Prevention of\nCruelty to Animals Act 1979 are also applied where appropriate.\nInspectors issued 39 verbal instructions and 22 written directions for 13 instances of non-compliance with the relevant\ncode. They also identified nine animal welfare matters where owners of greyhounds were issued written d\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n\n### Statutory Review of the Greyhound Racing Act 2017\n\n**Type**: Act\n**Confidence**: medium\n**Mentions**: 2\n**Register search**: https://legislation.nsw.gov.au/search?query=Statutory+Review+of+the+Greyhound+Racing+Act+2017\n\n**Sources**:\n- `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- first accurate number of\ngreyhounds in the NSW industry.\n• Online workflows to efficiently manage compliance inspection processes were implemented.\n• Registration of race officials in accordance with the Greyhound Racing Act was completed.\nPUBLIC CONFIDENCE\n• The Statutory Review of the Greyhound Racing Act 2017 was completed.\n• The Greyhound Industry Participants Advisory Council was established.\n• A participant welfare support program was prepared in partnership with GRNSW and GBOTA.\n• The Commission partnered with GRNSW to facilitate racing schedules during the pa\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- July 2020 to 30 June 2021. The Greyhound Industry Animal Welfare\nCommittee (“the Committee”) is established under section 33 of the Greyhound Racing Act 2017 (“the\nAct”), to provide advice to the Commission on any matter relating to the welfare of greyhounds.\nStatutory Review of the Greyhound Racing Act 2017\nThe Committee met in August 2020 to determine whether the policy objectives of the Greyhound Racing\nAct 2017 remained valid and whether the terms of the Act remain appropriate to achieve those objectives.\nMembers considered in detail questions related to the\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n\n### Greyhound Racing Amendment (Sample Collection Officers) Regulation 2023\n\n**Type**: Regulation\n**Confidence**: medium\n**Mentions**: 1\n**Register search**: https://legislation.nsw.gov.au/search?query=Greyhound+Racing+Amendment+%28Sample+Collection+Officers%29+Regulation+2023\n\n**Sources**:\n- `annual-reports/2022-23.pages.jsonl`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- rting​period.​​\nThe​Statute Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act (No 2) 2022​omitted​references​to​the​Department​of​Customer​\nService​and​replaced​these​with​references​to​the​Department​of​Enterprise,​Investment​and​Trade,​and​the​\nGreyhound Racing Amendment (Sample Collection Officers) Regulation 2023​amended​the​Regulation​to​include​\nsample​collection​officers​within​the​statutory​definition​of​a​greyhound​racing​industry​participant.\nThe​Commission​introduced​a​number​of​new​local​rules​during​the​reporting​period.​Local​rules​take​precedence​over​\nGrey\n  Source: `annual-reports/2022-23.pages.jsonl`\n\n### Greyhound Welfare and Integrity Commission Group. The Treasury and Energy Legislation Amendment Act 2022\n\n**Type**: Act\n**Confidence**: medium\n**Mentions**: 1\n**Register search**: https://legislation.nsw.gov.au/search?query=Greyhound+Welfare+and+Integrity+Commission+Group.+The+Treasury+and+Energy+Legislation+Amendment+Act+2022\n\n**Sources**:\n- `annual-reports/2022-23.pages.jsonl`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- 23. The spending authority of\nthe Minister for Enterprise, Investment and Trade has been delegated or subdelegated to officers of the\nDepartment of Enterprise, Investment and Trade (DEIT) and entities that it is administratively responsible for,\nincluding the Greyhound Welfare and Integrity Commission Group.\nThe Treasury and Energy Legislation Amendment Act 2022 made some amendments to sections 4.7 and 4.9 of\nthe Government Sector Finance Act 2018 (the GSF Act). These amendments commenced on 14 November 2022\nand are applied retrospectively. As a result, the lead Minister for the Authority being the Minister for Enter\n  Source: `annual-reports/2022-23.pages.jsonl`\n\n### Act, the Government Sector Finance Regulation 2024\n\n**Type**: Act\n**Confidence**: low\n**Mentions**: 2\n**Register search**: https://legislation.nsw.gov.au/search?query=Act%2C+the+Government+Sector+Finance+Regulation+2024\n\n**Sources**:\n- `annual-reports/2023-24.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2024-25.pages.jsonl`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- R AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER\nPursuant to section 7.6(4) of the Government Sector Finance Act 2018 (“Act”), we state that these financial\nstatements:\n(a) have been prepared in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards, the applicable requirements of\nthe Act, the Government Sector Finance Regulation 2024 and the Treasurer’s Directions; and\n(b) present fairly the financial position, financial performance and cash flows of the Greyhound Welfare and\nIntegrity Commission and the consolidated entity.\nBrenton (Alby) Taylor\nChief Commissioner\nDate: 18 October 2024\n_\n  Source: `annual-reports/2023-24.pages.jsonl`\n- 2018 (“Act”), we state that these financial\nDirector, Financial Audit\nstatements:\nDelegate of the Auditor-General for New South Wales\n(a) have been prepared in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards, the applicable requirements of\n17 October 2025 the Act, the Government Sector Finance Regulation 2024 and the Treasurer’s Directions; and\nSYDNEY\n(b) present fairly the financial position, financial performance and cash flows of the Greyhound Welfare and\nIntegrity Commission and the consolidated entity.\nBrenton (Alby) Taylor\nChief Commissioner\nDate: 17 October\n  Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pages.jsonl`\n\n### Annual Reports (Departments) Act 1985\n\n**Type**: Act\n**Confidence**: low\n**Mentions**: 2\n**Register search**: https://legislation.nsw.gov.au/search?query=Annual+Reports+%28Departments%29+Act+1985\n\n**Sources**:\n- `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- is our pleasure to forward to you for presentation to the NSW Parliament the Annual Report for the Greyhound\nWelfare & Integrity Commission for the year ended 30 June 2021.\nThis report has been prepared in accordance with the provisions of the Annual Reports (Departments) Act 1985, the\nAnnual Reports (Departments) Regulation 2015, section 15 of the Greyhound Racing Act 2017 and clause 5 of the\nGreyhound Racing Regulation 2019.\nYours sincerely\nAlan Brown AM Steve Griffin\nChief Commissioner Chief Executive Officer\nGreyhound Welfare & Int\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- is our pleasure to forward to you for presentation to the NSW Parliament the Annual Report for the Greyhound\nWelfare & Integrity Commission for the year ended 30 June 2022.\nThis report has been prepared in accordance with the provisions of the Annual Reports (Departments) Act 1985, the\nAnnual Reports (Departments) Regulation 2015, section 15 of the Greyhound Racing Act 2017 and clause 5 of the\nGreyhound Racing Regulation 2019.\nYours sincerely\nCHRIS WHEELER PSM STEVE GRIFFIN\nActing Chief Commissioner Chief Executive Officer\nGreyhound We\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n\n### Annual Reports (Departments) Regulation 2015\n\n**Type**: Regulation\n**Confidence**: low\n**Mentions**: 2\n**Register search**: https://legislation.nsw.gov.au/search?query=Annual+Reports+%28Departments%29+Regulation+2015\n\n**Sources**:\n- `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- ntation to the NSW Parliament the Annual Report for the Greyhound\nWelfare & Integrity Commission for the year ended 30 June 2021.\nThis report has been prepared in accordance with the provisions of the Annual Reports (Departments) Act 1985, the\nAnnual Reports (Departments) Regulation 2015, section 15 of the Greyhound Racing Act 2017 and clause 5 of the\nGreyhound Racing Regulation 2019.\nYours sincerely\nAlan Brown AM Steve Griffin\nChief Commissioner Chief Executive Officer\nGreyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission Greyhound Welfare & Integrity Co\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- ntation to the NSW Parliament the Annual Report for the Greyhound\nWelfare & Integrity Commission for the year ended 30 June 2022.\nThis report has been prepared in accordance with the provisions of the Annual Reports (Departments) Act 1985, the\nAnnual Reports (Departments) Regulation 2015, section 15 of the Greyhound Racing Act 2017 and clause 5 of the\nGreyhound Racing Regulation 2019.\nYours sincerely\nCHRIS WHEELER PSM STEVE GRIFFIN\nActing Chief Commissioner Chief Executive Officer\nGreyhound Welfare & Integrity Commission Greyhound Welfare & I\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n\n### GSF Act), the Government Sector Finance Regulation 2018\n\n**Type**: Act\n**Confidence**: low\n**Mentions**: 2\n**Register search**: https://legislation.nsw.gov.au/search?query=GSF+Act%29%2C+the+Government+Sector+Finance+Regulation+2018\n\n**Sources**:\n- `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- end or\nfrom time to time during the financial year.\nIn my opinion, the financial statements:\n• have been prepared in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards and the applicable\nfinancial reporting requirements of the Government Sector Finance Act 2018 (GSF Act), the\nGovernment Sector Finance Regulation 2018 (GSF Regulation) and the Treasurer's Directions\n• presents fairly the financial position, financial performance and cash flows of the Commission\nand the consolidated entity.\nMy opinion should be read in conjunction with the rest of this report.\nBasis for Opin\n  Source: `annual-reports/2020-21.pages.jsonl`\n- end or from time to time during\nthe financial year.\nIn my opinion, the financial statements:\n• have been prepared in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards and the applicable\nfinancial reporting requirements of the Government Sector Finance Act 2018 (GSF Act), the\nGovernment Sector Finance Regulation 2018 (GSF Regulation) and the Treasurer's Directions\n• presents fairly the financial position, financial performance and cash flows of the Commission\nand the consolidated entity.\nMy opinion should be read in conjunction with the rest of this report.\nBasis for Opin\n  Source: `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n\n### New South Wales Companion Animals Act 1998\n\n**Type**: Act\n**Confidence**: low\n**Mentions**: 2\n**Register search**: https://legislation.nsw.gov.au/search?query=New+South+Wales+Companion+Animals+Act+1998\n\n**Sources**:\n- `annual-reports/2024-25.pages.jsonl`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- ace meetings;\n2 The circumstances surrounding any emergency euthanasia are examined by the Commission to ensure that no breach of the Greyhound\nRehoming Policy or the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1979 has occurred.\n3 Declared a dangerous dog under the New South Wales Companion Animals Act 1998, or a known risk to people, or failed a temperament\nassessment conducted by a registered veterinarian or other person approved by the Commission (refer to GWIC Greyhound Rehoming Policy for\ndetails).\nChanges in the number and reasons for greyhound mortalities\n  Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pages.jsonl`\n- 61\n2023/24\n60\n2024/25\n36\n40\n28\n21 19 18 21 19\n20 15\n5 3\n0 0\n0\nEuthanasia due to behavioural unsuitability Euthanasia at owner’s request after rehoming\nattempts failed\nFigure 11: Greyhound euthanasia for non-medical reasons\n1 Declared a dangerous dog under the New South Wales Companion Animals Act 1998, or a known risk to people, or failed a temperament\nassessment conducted by a registered veterinarian or other person approved by the Commission (refer to the Commission’s Greyhound Rehoming\nPolicy for details).\nGREYHOUND WELFARE & INTEGRITY COMMISSION 33\nsdn\n  Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pages.jsonl`\n\n### GSF Act), the Government Sector Finance Regulation 2024\n\n**Type**: Act\n**Confidence**: low\n**Mentions**: 1\n**Register search**: https://legislation.nsw.gov.au/search?query=GSF+Act%29%2C+the+Government+Sector+Finance+Regulation+2024\n\n**Sources**:\n- `annual-reports/2024-25.pages.jsonl`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- pplicable,\n• have been prepared in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards and the applicable matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting.\nfinancial reporting requirements of the Government Sector Finance Act 2018 (GSF Act), the\nGovernment Sector Finance Regulation 2024 (GSF Regulation) and the Treasurer's Directions Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements\n• presents fairly the financial position, financial performance and cash flows of the Commission and\nMy objectives are to:\nthe consolidated en\n  Source: `annual-reports/2024-25.pages.jsonl`\n\n### GSF Amendment (Deemed Appropriations) Regulation 2023\n\n**Type**: Regulation\n**Confidence**: low\n**Mentions**: 1\n**Register search**: https://legislation.nsw.gov.au/search?query=GSF+Amendment+%28Deemed+Appropriations%29+Regulation+2023\n\n**Sources**:\n- `annual-reports/2022-23.pages.jsonl`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- w capable of giving rise to\ndeemed appropriations where the receiving agency has a different lead Minister to the agency making the\npayment, or one or both of the agencies is a special office (as defined in section 4.7(8)).\nOn 16 June 2023, the GSF Amendment (Deemed Appropriations) Regulation 2023 was approved to bring the GSF\nregulations in line with the above deemed appropriation amendments to the GSF Act.\nA summary of compliance is disclosed in the financial statements of the Annual Report of DEIT. It has been\nprepared by aggregating the spending au\n  Source: `annual-reports/2022-23.pages.jsonl`\n\n### Racing and Gambling Legislation Amendment Act 2022\n\n**Type**: Act\n**Confidence**: low\n**Mentions**: 1\n**Register search**: https://legislation.nsw.gov.au/search?query=Racing+and+Gambling+Legislation+Amendment+Act+2022\n\n**Sources**:\n- `annual-reports/2021-22.pages.jsonl`\n\n**Evidence contexts**:\n- udges, Race Starters and Kennel and Track Attendants).\nThe majority of participant registration categories now have competency requirements in the form of a mandatory\nknowledge test in place.\nLEGISLATIVE AND RULE CHANGES\nThese legislative changes were made:\n• The Racing and Gambling Legislation Amendment Act 2022 amended the Greyhound Racing Act 2017 (the Act).\n• Section 3 of the Act\n\n_…truncated, open the .md file for the full content._",
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    "vision": "To promote and protect the welfare of greyhounds and safeguard the integrity of greyhounds racing and betting in NSW [CP p.10]",
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    "purposes": "The Commission’s principal functions are to: Promote and protect the welfare of greyhounds. Safeguard the integrity of greyhounds racing and betting. Maintain public confidence in the greyhound racing industry [AR p.10]",
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    "how_we_deliver": "The Commission’s traceability function gathered significant momentum this year with the development of a risk-based framework. It provides us with the ability to hold participants who fail to meet greyhound check-in requirements accountable [AR p.8]",
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        "description": "The Commission plays a crucial role in establishing and enforcing high welfare standards throughout a greyhound’s life, from breeding to end of life.",
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          18
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      },
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        "description": "The Commission’s role is to maintain public confidence in the greyhound racing industry.",
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          "Providing excellent customer service"
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      {
        "code": "CCE02",
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        "code": "CCE01",
        "measure": "On-track euthanasia",
        "result": "87 percent decline in on-track euthanasia since the Commission’s first year of operation",
        "status": "Achieved",
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        "code": "CCE02",
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      "idea": "Publish a single internal tracker for audit/review recommendations, owners, due dates, and implementation evidence.",
      "quote": "[Page 75]\nAPPENDIX B\nInternal Audit and Risk Management Attestation Statement for the\n2021-2022 Financial Year for Greyhound Welfare and Integrity\nCommission\nI, Chris Wheeler, Acting Chief Commissioner, am of the opinion that the Greyhound Welfare and\nIntegrity Commission has internal audit and risk management processes in operation that are\ncompliant with the seven (7) Core Requirements set out in the Internal Audit and Risk\nManagement Policy for the General Government Sector, specifically:\nFor each requirement,\nplease specify whether\nCore Requirements compliant, non-\ncompliant, or in\ntransition\nRisk Management Framework\nThe Accountable Authority shall accept ultimate responsibility and\n1.1 Compliant\naccountability for risk management in the agency.",
      "impact": "High",
      "effort": "Low",
      "proof": "Evidence-backed",
      "beneficiaries": "Executives / assurance teams",
      "source": "annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202021-22.pdf)",
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      "title": "Integrated assurance and lessons-learned system",
      "idea": "Create an assurance system that connects audit findings, risk registers, delivery reviews, and investment decisions.",
      "quote": "[Page 75]\nAPPENDIX B\nInternal Audit and Risk Management Attestation Statement for the\n2021-2022 Financial Year for Greyhound Welfare and Integrity\nCommission\nI, Chris Wheeler, Acting Chief Commissioner, am of the opinion that the Greyhound Welfare and\nIntegrity Commission has internal audit and risk management processes in operation that are\ncompliant with the seven (7) Core Requirements set out in the Internal Audit and Risk\nManagement Policy for the General Government Sector, specifically:\nFor each requirement,\nplease specify whether\nCore Requirements compliant, non-\ncompliant, or in\ntransition\nRisk Management Framework\nThe Accountable Authority shall accept ultimate responsibility and\n1.1 Compliant\naccountability for risk management in the agency.",
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      "effort": "High",
      "proof": "Evidence-backed",
      "beneficiaries": "Executives / assurance teams",
      "source": "annual-reports/2021-22.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202021-22.pdf)",
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      "impact": "High",
      "effort": "Low",
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      "beneficiaries": "Citizens / service users",
      "source": "annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)",
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      "scale": "large",
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      "idea": "Bundle services around life events so citizens can complete related steps across agencies in one journey.",
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      "impact": "Very High",
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      "beneficiaries": "Citizens / service users",
      "source": "annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)",
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        "Map legislation, data, privacy, procurement, cyber, and workforce constraints.",
        "Co-design with users and frontline staff before technology selection.",
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      "quote": "Notification Number Reported in 24 hours\nHazard 2 100%\nInjury 2 0\nNear​miss 0 N/A\nHUMAN RESOURCES POLICIES\nIn​2023/24​the​Commission​implemented​or​amended​these​policies​and​procedures​for​staff:\nTitle Last review date\nPublic​Interest​Disclosure​Policy 1​October​2023\nPrevention​of​Sexual​Harassment​Policy 18​January​2024\nManaging​Underperformance​Policy 1​March​2024\nFatigue​Management​Policy 1​May​2024\nFalse​or​Vexatious​Complaints​Policy 5​August​2024\nGifts,​Benefits​and​Hospitality​Policy 2​September​2024\nSun​Safe​Policy 2​September​2024\n36 ANNUAL REPORT 2023/24 GREYHOUND WELFARE & INTEGRITY COMMISSION",
      "impact": "High",
      "effort": "Low",
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      "beneficiaries": "Regulated entities / policy teams",
      "source": "annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-11/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202023-24.pdf)",
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      "idea": "Create an adaptive regulation model using sandboxes, industry data, risk scoring, and regular rule updates.",
      "quote": "Notification Number Reported in 24 hours\nHazard 2 100%\nInjury 2 0\nNear​miss 0 N/A\nHUMAN RESOURCES POLICIES\nIn​2023/24​the​Commission​implemented​or​amended​these​policies​and​procedures​for​staff:\nTitle Last review date\nPublic​Interest​Disclosure​Policy 1​October​2023\nPrevention​of​Sexual​Harassment​Policy 18​January​2024\nManaging​Underperformance​Policy 1​March​2024\nFatigue​Management​Policy 1​May​2024\nFalse​or​Vexatious​Complaints​Policy 5​August​2024\nGifts,​Benefits​and​Hospitality​Policy 2​September​2024\nSun​Safe​Policy 2​September​2024\n36 ANNUAL REPORT 2023/24 GREYHOUND WELFARE & INTEGRITY COMMISSION",
      "impact": "Very High",
      "effort": "High",
      "proof": "Evidence-backed",
      "beneficiaries": "Regulated entities / policy teams",
      "source": "annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-11/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202023-24.pdf)",
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      "scale": "small",
      "title": "KPI evidence register with named owners",
      "idea": "Create a simple register mapping each KPI to source data, owner, frequency, target, and last result.",
      "quote": "[Page 37]\nFINANCIAL PERFORMANCE\nThe​Commission’s​financial​statements​present​the​financial​performance​and​the​position​of​the​Commission\nfor​the​reporting​period​2023/24.​\nFUNDING\nThe​Commission’s​sources​of​funding​for​the​year​to​30​June​2024​comprised​funding​from​the​point​of​consumption​\ntax​on​wagering,​own-source​revenue​such​as​registration​fees​and​appropriations​through​the​Department​of​\nEnterprise,​Investment​&​Trade​(DEIT).​\nTable 12: Summary of income\n2023/24 2022/23 2021/22 2020/21 2019/20\n($000) ($000) ($000) ($000) ($000)\nGreyhound​Racing​NSW 0 0 0 10,880 8,403\nShare​of​wagering​point​of​consumption​tax 12,925 11,114 6,210 0 0\nNSW​Government​Grants​(Portfolio/\n9,500 9,500 9,981 0 0\nDepartment)\nNSW​Government​Grants​-​Department​\n0 0 3,590 4,985 7,000\nspecial​purpose\nIn​kind​contribution​/​grants\n-​Department​of​customer​service 0 0 0 292 0",
      "impact": "High",
      "effort": "Low",
      "proof": "Evidence-backed",
      "beneficiaries": "Executives / Parliament / public",
      "source": "annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-11/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202023-24.pdf)",
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        "Name an owner and baseline current volume, time, cost, and satisfaction.",
        "Run a 4-8 week pilot with clear before/after metrics.",
        "Publish lessons and decide whether to scale."
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      "scale": "large",
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      "idea": "Build a public-facing outcome dashboard showing spend, outputs, outcomes, and delivery confidence.",
      "quote": "[Page 37]\nFINANCIAL PERFORMANCE\nThe​Commission’s​financial​statements​present​the​financial​performance​and​the​position​of​the​Commission\nfor​the​reporting​period​2023/24.​\nFUNDING\nThe​Commission’s​sources​of​funding​for​the​year​to​30​June​2024​comprised​funding​from​the​point​of​consumption​\ntax​on​wagering,​own-source​revenue​such​as​registration​fees​and​appropriations​through​the​Department​of​\nEnterprise,​Investment​&​Trade​(DEIT).​\nTable 12: Summary of income\n2023/24 2022/23 2021/22 2020/21 2019/20\n($000) ($000) ($000) ($000) ($000)\nGreyhound​Racing​NSW 0 0 0 10,880 8,403\nShare​of​wagering​point​of​consumption​tax 12,925 11,114 6,210 0 0\nNSW​Government​Grants​(Portfolio/\n9,500 9,500 9,981 0 0\nDepartment)\nNSW​Government​Grants​-​Department​\n0 0 3,590 4,985 7,000\nspecial​purpose\nIn​kind​contribution​/​grants\n-​Department​of​customer​service 0 0 0 292 0",
      "impact": "Very High",
      "effort": "High",
      "proof": "Evidence-backed",
      "beneficiaries": "Executives / Parliament / public",
      "source": "annual-reports/2023-24.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-11/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202023-24.pdf)",
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        "Co-design with users and frontline staff before technology selection.",
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      "quote": "[Page 22]\nINVESTMENT IN STAFF CAPABILITIES\nIn 2020/21 the investment priority has been improving the compliance skills and knowledge of swabbing officials, both\nCommission and Club appointed staff.",
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      "beneficiaries": "APS staff / executives",
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      "quote": "[Page 22]\nINVESTMENT IN STAFF CAPABILITIES\nIn 2020/21 the investment priority has been improving the compliance skills and knowledge of swabbing officials, both\nCommission and Club appointed staff.",
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      "beneficiaries": "APS staff / executives",
      "source": "annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)",
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      "quote": "[Page 22]\nINVESTMENT IN STAFF CAPABILITIES\nIn 2020/21 the investment priority has been improving the compliance skills and knowledge of swabbing officials, both\nCommission and Club appointed staff.",
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      "source": "annual-reports/2020-21.pdf (https://www.gwic.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-08/GWIC%20Annual%20Report%202020-21_0.pdf)",
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