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“Unpopular and unnecessary”: studies show no reason for whips in racing
Thursday, 29th October 2020
RSPCA Australia has welcomed a new study that calls into question the use of whips in horse racing, and strengthens the case for whip-free racing.
Proposed whip reform in Australian thoroughbred racing
Tuesday, 8th September 2020
RSPCA Australia welcomes the announcement that Racing Victoria is seeking national action on whip reform.
RSPCA welcomes Senate support for national horse traceability register
Friday, 29th November 2019
The RSPCA has welcomed the report from the Senate Committee into the feasibility of a national horse traceability register, showing overwhelming support from industry, animal welfare groups
RSPCA joins calls for long-overdue action on racehorse welfare
Friday, 18th October 2019
Following the exposé on ABC 7.30 last night, Australian racing must no longer deny the need for action to address serious welfare issues in its industry, says RSPCA Australia Acting CEO Dr
