All participants obtaining a trainers or drivers licence must complete a training course under the Rules of Harness Racing. Up until recently participants had been required to complete a TAFE course but due to the withdrawal of vital funding, the cost of completing the respective courses would have increased by 1500%.
HRNSW has completely overhauled the process. Under the new setup students will enrol with the controlling body after paying a fee of $330. The student will need to undertake an online theory component through the Bendigo Training Centre and it can be completed in a timeframe that suits the user. The practical part of the training course will be managed by HRNSW assisted by professional trainers.
All students are required to complete a Basic Horsemanship Examination before beginning the practical study as the part of course.
For further information about the new course contact Training Co-ordinator Nancy O’Grady on 9722 6619 or emailnogrady@hrnsw.com.au
Harness Racing NSW (HRNSW) is the controlling body for harness racing in New South Wales with responsibility for commercial and regulatory management of the industry including 31 racing clubs across the State. HRNSW is headed by an industry-appointed Board of Directors and is independent of Government.
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| Name: | Greg Hayes |
| Position: | Media Manager |
| Phone: | (02) 9722 6600 |
| Email: | ghayes@hrnsw.com.au |
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