Date of inquiry: 23 March 2022

Decision-makers: Director Race Day Operations & Integrity - Wade Birch, Legal Officer - Annalese Summerson-Hingston and Director Compliance Policy & Legal - Matthew Tutt.

Name of relevant person: Ms Noelene Holloway

Outcome: Following receipt of a complaint that Ms Holloway had failed to provide veterinary assistance to a greyhound in her care, ‘One Jacob’, the Commission commenced an investigation and subsequently convened a panel to look into the matter.

The panel hearing the matter held a hearing via audio-visual software with Ms Holloway and took evidence and submissions from Ms Holloway in relation to the matter. Evidence was also provided by a veterinarian who provided treatment to One Jacob. The decision makers also reviewed documentary evidence including treatment records, written correspondence and other material.

Additional veterinary opinion was sought from an independent veterinarian who reviewed all the evidence, including the treatment provided to One Jacob.

The evidence of this expert was that:

• One Jacob was provided with veterinary attention when necessary; and
• There was no evidence One Jacob experienced unnecessary pain and suffering.

Upon reviewing all of the evidence and submissions, the decision makers were satisfied that Ms Holloway complied with her obligations under the Greyhound Racing Rules and as a result concluded the inquiry into the matter.