Up to 150 greyhounds to be sent to Australia as racing ban begins
3 sources·Updated August 1, 2026
Australia greyhound racing ban
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- ABC Just In AU·1h agoDozens of greyhounds to land in Australia as NZ racing ban begins
Chartered flights will ferry up to 150 greyhounds to Australia as trainers pivot from a racing ban coming into effect in New Zealand.
Read at ABC Just In AU → - BBC Top Stories·9h agoGreyhounds bound for Australia as New Zealand racing ban takes effect
At least two chartered flights carrying up to 150 greyhounds are set to fly to Australia's eastern states, the BBC understands.
Read at BBC Top Stories → - RNZ Sports NZ·23h agoUp to 150 greyhounds to be sent to Australia as racing ban begins
The New Zealand racing ban which takes effect on Saturday follows years of animal welfare concerns.
Read at RNZ Sports NZ →
