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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