Possession of prohibited substances and items – Information for Coonamble Carnival participants

Rule 149 makes it an offence to possess a prohibited substance or instrument which could be used to administer a prohibited substance to a greyhound (such as a needle or syringe), either on a racecourse or in a motor vehicle travelling to or from a racecourse.

GWIC acknowledges that participants at the Coonamble Carnival may be camping within the grounds of the racecourse and require access to prohibited substances or needles/syringes during the carnival.

Accordingly, GWIC advises that participants camping on the grounds of the Coonamble racecourse should seek permission from Stewards to have prohibited substances or items that could be used to administer prohibited substances in their possession.

GWIC Stewards and Veterinarians will be present throughout the carnival to assist participants. Participants are welcome to approach GWIC staff and seek approval to possess these items.  No action will be taken against any participant who has approval from Stewards to possess a prohibited substance or item.