Drake Inquiry into Greyhound Racing NSW extended

Due to the high volume of submissions and issues so far raised, the timeframe for the Drake Inquiry into Greyhound Racing NSW (GRNSW) to report to the Minister for Gaming and Racing, David Harris, has been extended until 30 April 2025.

This will ensure Acting Commissioner, the Hon Lea Drake, has adequate time and resources to thoroughly consider the substantial and complex information including evidence from additional witnesses, with planned hearing dates running until the end of December.

Mr Harris approved the extension following a request from Ms Drake.

The Minister has also agreed to Ms Drake’s request to expand the Inquiry’s Terms of Reference to allow for a stronger focus on GRNSW’s financial management.

The second Term of Reference now requires the Acting Commissioner to “inquire into, report on and make findings and recommendations in relation to”:

2. GRNSW processes and management, including financial management, procurement and recruitment practices, and concerns regarding any alleged or identified conflicts of interest and the management of conflicts of interest.

The Inquiry’s next hearings are listed for 1pm to 7pm on 15 and 16 October in the Fair Work Commission hearing rooms at 80 William Street, East Sydney.

Further hearings will be held from 21 October, and additional dates will be confirmed for November and December and posted on the Drake Inquiry website.