9 March 2024 Meeting at Cannington
A post race veterinary examination revealed that ELITE MACHINE had a right fore stopper bone fracture and has been stood down for 90 days. The greyhound was medically stabilised and then transferred to the care of the custodian for presentation to a veterinary hospital for assessment and treatment under the RWWA Greyhound Injury Rebate Scheme.
Injury Scheme Changed – What will this mean?
In 2019, in a bid to curb the number of greyhound deaths associated with greyhound racing in Western Australia, Racing and Wagering Western Australia (RWWA) introduced a scheme to provide financial contributions towards the surgical repair and rehabilitation of injuries that occur at WA’s three greyhound racing tracks. It is common knowledge, backed up by […]
7 March 2024 Meeting at Mandurah
A post race veterinary examination revealed that SAL ALI had a Fractured RHL Hock and has been stood down for 90 days. The greyhound was medically stabilised and then transferred from the racecourse to a veterinary hospital for assessment and treatment under the RWWA Greyhound Injury Recovery Scheme. The greyhound will be transferred to the custodian following […]
6 March 2024 Meeting at Cannington
A post race veterinary examination revealed that BLOOD DIAMANTE had a right hock fracture and has been stood down for 90 days. The greyhound was medically stabilised and then transferred to the care of the custodian for presentation to a veterinary hospital for assessment and treatment under the RWWA Greyhound Injury Rebate Scheme.
Economist’s review of the IER Report

We posted about the misleading RWWA funded IER report on greyhound racing in WA. Economist Sebastian Broadhurst reviewed the report and found that the WA IER racing industry report presents a series of misleading assertions and faulty analysis that aims to justify taxpayer support for the greyhound racing industry. Despite declining popularity and animal safety […]
Economic misinformation fuels the WA Greyhound Industry

Generous taxpayer subsidies and a close relationship with Australia’s last state-owned betting Agency allows Western Australia’s greyhound racing industry to persist. This is despite declining popularity and mounting community outrage over animal deaths and conditions. While industry owners profit from government subsidies, greyhounds continue to suffer. Racing and Wagering Western Australia (RWWA), recently paid research […]
Incentivised Overbreeding

The oversupply of greyhounds in Australia has been a significant problem in the greyhound racing industry for many years, resulting in high euthanasia rates and, in the worst case, dogs going ‘missing’. The purpose of greyhound racing is to generate profits, either through gambling, winning races or breeding. In order to maximise profits, you need […]
Incentivised Breeding

The oversupply of greyhounds in Australia has been a significant problem in the greyhound racing industry for many years, resulting in high euthanasia rates and, in the worst case, dogs going ‘missing’. The purpose of greyhound racing is to generate profits, either through gambling, winning races or breeding. In order to maximise profits, you need […]
Canning Mayor Weighs In On Greyhound Racing
From Channel 7 News Perth, 8 February 2024: THE Mayor of Canning, Patrick Hall, reignites calls to end greyhound racing in Western Australia. Mayor Hall claims the spate of recent deaths at Cannington racetrack are “embarrassing” as Racing and Wagering WA defends its safety record. Four dogs have died racing on the Cannington track in […]
Canning Mayor Joins Fight Over Greyhound Racing
From Channel 9 News Perth, 8 February 2024: THE Mayor of Canning, Patrick Hall, reignites calls to end greyhound racing in Western Australia. Mayor Hall claims the spate of recent deaths at Cannington racetrack are “embarrassing” as Racing and Wagering WA defends its safety record. Four dogs have died racing on the Cannington track in […]
31 January 2024 Meeting at Cannington
A post race veterinary examination revealed that YUNDERUP THORN had a right hock fracture and has been stood down for 90 days. The greyhound was medically stabilised and then transferred from the racecourse to a veterinary hospital for assessment and treatment under the RWWA Greyhound Injury Full Recovery Scheme.
29 January 2024 Meeting at Cannington
CASH LANDING sustained a truncal-spinal fracture following a heavy collision in the catching pen and was humanely euthanised by the On Track Veterinary Surgeon.
27 January 2024 Meeting at Cannington
Race 6 – Sandi’s Me Mum Memorial (L) (Heat)/City/520 (1) – Open A postrace veterinary examination revealed that COLUMBUS MONELLI sustained a neck fracture/severe head trauma. During the running of Race 6, COLUMBUS MONELLI collided with another greyhound on the first turn, fell and sustained serious injuries. The On Track Veterinarian immediately attended to the […]
25 January 2024 Meeting at Mandurah
Race 1 – Maiden/Country/300 – Maiden A post-race veterinary examination revealed that UNINTIMIDATED had a Left stifle injury – fractured femur/tibia and spike wound to right hind paw pad and has been stood down for 90 days. The greyhound was medically stabilised and then transferred from the racecourse to a veterinary hospital for assessment and […]
22 January 2024 Meeting at Cannington
Race 12 – Mixed 4/5/Country/275 – Mixed 4/5 A post race veterinary examination revealed that BAREFOOT COUGAR had a right hock fracture and has been stood down for 90 days. The greyhound was medically stabilised and then transferred from the racecourse to a veterinary hospital for assessment and treatment under the RWWA Greyhound Injury Full […]
17 January 2024 Meeting at Cannington
Race 5 – Novice/City/520 – Novice A post race veterinary examination revealed that THUMBS EMOJI had a right hock fracture and has been stood down for 90 days. The greyhound was medically stabilised and then transferred from the racecourse to a veterinary hospital for assessment and treatment under the RWWA Greyhound Injury Full Recovery Scheme […]
15 January 2024 Meeting at Cannington
Race 12 – Grade 6/Country/275 (PBD) (2) – Grade 6 A post race veterinary examination revealed that EMMA MONELLI had a right hock fracture and has been stood down for 90 days. The greyhound was medically stabilised and then transferred from the racecourse to a veterinary hospital for assessment and treatment under the RWWA Greyhound […]
12 January 2024 Meeting at Mandurah
Race 2 – Mixed 4/5/Country/300 – Mixed 4/5 A post-race veterinary examination revealed that TERRA LOGIC had a Right – Hindleg – Tarsal Fracture/Dislocation (Hock) and has been stood down for 90 days. The greyhound was medically stabilised and then transferred from the racecourse to a veterinary hospital for assessment and treatment under the RWWA […]
5 January 2024 Meeting at Mandurah
Race 8 – Birthday Cup (G2) (Heat)/Provincial/400 (5) – Open A post-race veterinary examination revealed that RAW QUALITY had a Right Hindleg Hock Fracture and has been stood down for 90 days. The greyhound RAW QUALITY was medically stabilised and then transferred from the racecourse to a veterinary hospital for assessment and treatment under the […]
9 December 2023 Meeting at Cannington
RACE 4 – Anniversary Cup (L) (Final)/City/520 – Open A post race veterinary examination revealed that KING TOMMY had a fractured right hock and has been stood down for 90 days. The greyhound was medically stabilised and then transferred to the care of the custodian for presentation to a veterinary hospital for assessment and treatment within […]
3 December 2023 Meeting at Cannington
RACE 11 – Grade 6/Country/275 (2) – Grade 6 A post race veterinary examination revealed that PIPER SPOLLY had a fractured right hock and has been stood down for 90 days. The greyhound was medically stabilised and then transferred from the racecourse to a veterinary hospital for assessment and treatment under the RWWA Greyhound Injury Full […]
2 December 2023 Meeting at Cannington
RACE 10 – Maiden/City/520 – Maiden A post race veterinary examination revealed that HILL FIGURE had a fractured right hock has been stood down for 90 days. The greyhound was medically stabilised and then transferred from the racecourse to a veterinary hospital for assessment and treatment under the RWWA Greyhound Injury Full Recovery Scheme. Race […]
28 November 2023 Meeting at Cannington
Race 10 – Grade 6/Country/380 – Grade 6 A post race veterinary examination revealed that MOMENT TO BOOGIE had a right hock fracture and has been stood down for 90 days. The greyhound was medically stabilised and then transferred from the racecourse to a veterinary hospital for assessment and treatment under the RWWA Greyhound Injury […]
20 November 2023 Meeting at Cannington
Race 4 – Novice/Country/520 – Novice – 7:06 PM A post race veterinary examination revealed that DANDALUP CROSS had a catastrophic right hock fracture and was humanely euthanised by the On Track Veterinary Surgeon. Race Information Deaths 1 Fractures 1 https://www.rwwa.com.au/greyhound-hub/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2023/11/Stewards-Race-Report-Cannington-20-November.pdf A post race veterinary examination revealed that DANDALUP CROSS had a catastrophic right hock fracture […]
17 November 2023 Meeting at Mandurah
Race 6 – Mandurah Cup (G2) (Heat)/Provincial/488 (3) – Open ELECTRIFIED sustained a Fractured R Hock as reported by On Track Veterinarian after the finish line and has been stood down for 90 days. Trainer Ms K Shinners was directed by the On Track Veterinarian to have ELECTRIFIED further examined by a Veterinary Surgeon within […]
16 November 2023 Meeting at Mandurah
Race 6 – Free For All (s)/Country/300 – Free For All (s) A post-race veterinary examination revealed that ON THE BOGAN had a Right – Hindleg – Tarsal Fracture (Hock) and has been stood down for 90 days. The greyhound was medically stabilised and then transferred from the racecourse to a veterinary hospital for assessment […]
2 November 2023 Meeting at Northam
Race 3 – Novice/Provincial/509 – Novice – 6:28 PM A post race veterinary examination revealed that CAMINO had a suspected scapular fracture and has been stood down for 42 days. Trainer Mr B MacLean was directed by the On Track Veterinarian to have CAMINO further examined by a veterinary Surgeon within 24 hours. Race Information […]
30 October 2023 Meeting at Northam
Race 8 – Mixed 4/5/Country/297 – Mixed 4/5 – 2:51 PM A post race veterinary examination revealed that RONA’S ROCKET had a fractured right hock and has been stood down for 90 days. The greyhound was medically stabilised and then transferred from the racecourse to a veterinary hospital for assessment and treatment under the RWWA […]
23 October 2023 Meeting at Northam
Race 10 – W.A. Bred Country Cup (Heat)/Country/509 (2) – Open (y) – 3:38 PM A post race veterinary examination revealed that SOMETHING FUN had a fractured right hock and has been stood down for 90 days. The greyhound was medically stabilised and then transferred from the racecourse to a veterinary hospital for assessment and […]
20 October 2023 Meeting at Cannington
Race 12 – Mixed 4/5/Country/380 – Mixed 4/5 – 10:32 PM A post race Veterinary examination revealed MISS WILDER has a fractured left radius/ulna and L carpus has been humanely euthanised by the On Track Veterinarian. Race Information Deaths 1 Fractures 1 https://www.rwwa.com.au/greyhound-hub/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2023/10/Stewards-Race-Report-Cannington-20-October-1.pdf A post race Veterinary examination revealed MISS WILDER has a fractured left radius/ulna […]
Deaths call for an investigation

Deaths prompt call for an investigationPublished in The Canning ExaminerOctober 5 2023
18 October 2023 Meeting at Cannington
Race 10 – Grade 6/Country/380 – Grade 6 – 9:42 PM A post race veterinary examination revealed that CALL ME TRINITY had a left wrist fracture and has been stood down for 42 days. Race Information Deaths 0 Fractures 1 https://www.rwwa.com.au/greyhound-hub/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2023/10/Stewards-Race-Report-Cannington-18-October.pdf A post race veterinary examination revealed that CALL ME TRINITY had a left wrist fracture and […]
14 October 2023 Meeting at Cannington
Race 8 – Grade 5/City/520 (2) – Grade 5 – 9:12 PM A post race veterinary examination revealed that TRAVER’S MANIA had a Fractured L Hock and has been stood down for 90 days. The greyhound was medically stabilised and then transferred from the racecourse to a veterinary hospital for assessment and treatment under the […]
13 October 2023 Meeting at Cannington
Race 9 – Mixed 4/5/Provincial/380 – Mixed 4/5 – 9:32 PM A post race veterinary examination revealed that HAVE A CHAT had a Fractured R Radius/Ulna and was humanely euthanised by the On Track Veterinary Surgeon. Race Information Deaths 1 Fractures 1 https://www.rwwa.com.au/greyhound-hub/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2023/10/Stewards-Race-Report-Cannington-13-October.pdf A post race veterinary examination revealed that HAVE A CHAT had a Fractured R […]
12 October 2023 Meeting at Northam
Race 5 – Novice/Provincial/509 – Novice – 7:26 PM A post race veterinary examination revealed that BROOKTON LOVER had a Right – Hindleg – Tarsal Fracture/Dislocation (Hock) and has been stood down for 90 days. The greyhound was medically stabilised and then transferred from the racecourse to a veterinary hospital for assessment and treatment under […]
10 October 2023 Meeting at Cannington
Race 1 – Maiden/Country/275 (PBD) – Maiden – 6:03 PM A post race veterinary examination revealed that MISS COOL MINT had a tarsal fracture and has been stood down for 90 days. The greyhound was medically stabilised and then transferred to the care of the custodian for presentation to a veterinary hospital for assessment and […]
7 October 2023 Meeting at Cannington
Race 7 – Grade 5/City/520 (1) – Grade 5 – 8:57 PM A post race veterinary examination revealed that QUICK SMART had a fractured right hock and has been stood down for 90 days. The greyhound was medically stabilised and then transferred from the racecourse to a veterinary hospital for assessment and treatment under the […]
4 October 2023 Meeting at Cannington
Race 12 – Free For All (s)/Country/380 – Free For All (s) – 10:00 PM A post race veterinary examination revealed that HELLO WAYNE had a right hock fracture and has been stood down for 90 days. The greyhound was medically stabilised and then transferred from the racecourse to a veterinary hospital for assessment and […]
3 October 2023 Meeting at Cannington
Race 1 – Maiden/Country/275 (PBD) – Maiden – 6:04 PM A post race veterinary examination revealed that EVENING STAR FUN had a fractured right fore leg radius/ulna and has been stood down for 90 days. The greyhound was medically stabilised and then transferred from the racecourse to a veterinary hospital for assessment and treatment under […]
30 September 2023 Meeting at Cannington
Race 4 – Free For All (s)/City/520 – Free For All (s) – 8:08 PM A post race veterinary examination revealed that FAVA MONELLI had a fractured RHL tarsus and has been stood down for 90 days. The greyhound was medically stabilised and then transferred to the care of the custodian for presentation to a […]
29 September 2023 Meeting at Cannington
Race 5 – Free For All (s)/Country/275 – Free For All (s) – 8:13 PM A post race veterinary examination revealed that SAPPHIRE RIPPLE had a fractured right scapula/humerus and was humanely euthanised by the On Track Veterinary Surgeon. A post race veterinary examination revealed that NITRO JET had a fractured right radius/ulna and was […]
24 September 2023 Meeting at Cannington
Race 7 – Grade 5/Provincial/520 – Grade 5 – 6:19 PM A post race veterinary examination revealed that WHO’S GOT CRUZ had a fractured right hock and has been stood down for 90 days. The greyhound was medically stabilised and then transferred from the racecourse to a veterinary hospital for assessment and treatment under the […]
19 September 2023 Meeting at Cannington
Race 5 – Maiden/Provincial/520 – Maiden – 7:24 PM A post race Veterinary examination revealed WEST ALI has a right wrist dislocation and fracture and has been humanely euthanised by the On Track Veterinarian. Race Information Deaths 1 Fractures 1 URL https://www.rwwa.com.au/greyhound-hub/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2023/09/Stewards-Race-Report-Cannington-19-September.pdf A post race Veterinary examination revealed WEST ALI has a right wrist dislocation and fracture […]
18 September 2023 Meeting at Northam
Race 6 – Mixed 5/6/Country/509 – Mixed 5/6 – 2:54 PM A post race veterinary examination revealed that RONOEL KEEPING had a right stopper bone fracture and has been stood down for 42 days. Race Information Deaths 0 Fractures 1 URL https://www.rwwa.com.au/greyhound-hub/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2023/09/Stewards-Race-Report-Northam-18-September.pdf A post race veterinary examination revealed that RONOEL KEEPING had a right stopper bone fracture […]
12 September 2023 Meeting at Cannington
Race 8 – Novice/Provincial/380 – Novice – 8:25 PM A post race veterinary examination revealed that BEAR OF ALL had a Right – Hindleg – Tarsal Fracture/Dislocation (Hock) and has been stood down for 90 days. The greyhound was medically stabilised and then transferred from the racecourse to a veterinary hospital for assessment and treatment […]
11 September 2023 Meeting at Northam
Race 10 – Free For All (s)/Country/297 – Free For All (s) – 4:36 PM A post race veterinary examination revealed that TRIUMPH MONELLI had a catastrophic right tarsal fracture with grave prognosis for surgical repair and was humanely euthanised by the On Track Veterinary Surgeon. Race Information Deaths 1 Fractures 1 URL https://www.rwwa.com.au/greyhound-hub/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2023/09/Stewards-Race-Report-Northam-11-September.pdf A […]
8 September 2023 Meeting at Cannington
Race 1 – Maiden/Provincial/380 – Maiden – 6:53 PM A post race veterinary examination revealed that PRETTIEST STAR had a broken right forelimb and has been stood down for 90 days. The greyhound was medically stabilised and then transferred from the racecourse to a veterinary hospital for assessment and treatment under the RWWA Greyhound Injury […]
28 August 2023 Meeting at Northam
STEWARDS ADVICE: Late report – Trainer Mr J Damhuis has advised that POLYGON MONELLI, which raced at Northam (Race 10) on 28 August 2023, has pulled up with a fractured right hock. Race Information Deaths 0 Fractures 1 URL https://www.rwwa.com.au/greyhound-hub/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2023/08/Stewards-Race-Report-Cannington-29-August.pdf STEWARDS ADVICE: Late report – Trainer Mr J Damhuis has advised that POLYGON MONELLI, which raced at […]
14 August 2023 Meeting at Northam
Race 10 – Mixed 3/4/Country/297 – Mixed 3/4 – 4:37 PM A post race veterinary examination revealed that ELA CALIENTE had left fore leg fractures and was humanely euthanised by the On Track Veterinary Surgeon. Race Information Deaths 1 Fractures 1 URL https://www.rwwa.com.au/greyhound-hub/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2023/08/Stewards-Race-Report-Northam-14-August.pdf A post race veterinary examination revealed that ELA CALIENTE had left fore leg fractures […]
13 August 2023 Meeting at Cannington
Race 4 – Grade 6/Country/380 – Grade 6 – 5:17 PM A post race veterinary examination revealed that RIOT ON RUM had a fractured right hock and has been stood down for 90 days. The greyhound was medically stabilised and then transferred from the racecourse to a veterinary hospital for assessment and treatment under the […]