Harness Racing Victoria

OBJECTIVES, FUNCTIONS AND ACTIVITIES

Harness Racing Victoria is a statutory body for which the Victorian Minister for Racing is responsible.

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Established pursuant to section 39(1) of the Racing Act, 1958, it officially commenced operations as the Trotting Control Board on January 1, 1947. 

Harness Racing Victoria’s function is to administer, develop and promote the sport of Harness Racing in Victoria.

Our mission is “to develop a vibrant Harness Racing industry that promotes participation, integrity and racing excellence, grows wagering and other revenue streams and maximises returns to its stakeholders.”

Our goals and key objectives are to create a vibrant and sustainable harness racing industry by:

  • Maximising returns to participants and remain a market leader.

  • Improving the product and brand.

  • Increasing harness wagering turnover and market share.
  • Building a business that is stronger and more financially viable.
  • Increasing the professionalism of the sport.
 

HRV Values

Quality Customer Service
The customers’ experience is paramount.
Accountability
Achieve results through the best use of your skills and experience.
Integrity
Ensure the integrity of our products and that our actions are transparent.
Honesty and Impartiality
Treat all people fairly impartially and honestly without fear or favour.
Communication
Provide relevant and timely communication and service to all stakeholders.
Empathy
Maximize the wellbeing of participants.

 
ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE

Harness Racing Victoria is led by a seven member Board which report to the Minister for Racing.

It is managed by an Executive team comprising the Chief Executive and seven General Managers each responsible for one of HRV’s units.

Minister for Racing – The Hon, Rob Hulls, MP

Members of Harness Racing Victoria Board

Neil Busse – Chairman
Peter Bourke
Carl O’Dwyer
Neale Wheat
Stephen Nash
Kate Roffey

Chief Executive – John Anderson

General Manager – Racing & Integrity – Brant Dunshea

Chairman Of Stewards – Cameron George

General Manager – Product & Wagering – Vaughn Lynch

General Manager – Marketing & Events – Lucy Brennan

Chief Financial Officer – Charles Cutajar

Legal Counsel – Craig Launder

General Manager, Tabcorp Park – Joe Ivisic

Harness Racing Victoria operates out of offices located at 400 Epsom Road, Flemington, having moved from its former Moonee Ponds base in December 2006 after spending over 18 years at that location.