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Rules, Directives & Policies

Rules of Racing & Constitution

Rules of Racing - Full Version
With amendments. Effective from 1 February 2024
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Constitution
NZTR Constitution 2023
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Penalties

Whip and Careless Riding
With effect from 10th February 2023
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Whip and Careless Riding – Jumps and Highweight Races
With effect from 30th May 2022
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NZTR Penalty Guide
With effect from 24 March 2024
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Thoroughbred Minor Infringement System
With effect from 10th February 2023
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Policies

Policy to Transfer Racemeetings to a Synthetic Track
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Policy on Concussion Management, Neuropsychology Testing and Return to Riding
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Draft Funding Policy for NZ Thoroughbred Clubs '22/23 Season
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List of Meetings & Categories Funding Policy 2022
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Handicapping Review
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Safety Sensitive Activities
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Jump Racing Handicapping Policy
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NZ Rider Fees
1 August 2022-31 July 2024
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2023 Handicapping Review
To take effect from 1 August 2023.
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Handicapping Policy
Effective from 1st August 2023
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Handicapping Policy
Effective from 2nd May 2022
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Apprentice Jockeys Fund Policy
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General Trust Fund Policy
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Starters Manual
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Pregnancy Guidelines
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Swabbing Instruction Policy
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Hot Weather Policy
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Standard Balloting Conditions
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Thoroughbred Welfare Detailed Assessment Standards
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Horse Welfare Guidelines
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Register of Notifiable Gear
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Naming Policy
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Racing Conditions and Regulations
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Approved Safety Vests, Skull Caps & Padded Whips
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Minimum Venue Guideline Standards
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Approved Farriers for Scratching Certificates
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NZTR Licensing Policy
Effective from 1 February 2024
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NZTR Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Policy
Effective from 1 February 2024
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NZTR Suitability Policy
Effective from 1 February 2024
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