Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport - Office of Racing
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Harness Racing NSW – EOI for Appointment of Board Member
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Expressions of Interest (EOIs) are invited from persons wishing to be considered for
appointment as a member of the Board of Harness Racing NSW (HRNSW).
HRNSW is established under Part 2 of the Harness Racing Act 2009 (Act). It has the
statutory functions of controlling, supervising and regulating the State’s harness racing
industry as well as initiating, developing and implementing policies conducive to the
promotion, strategic development and welfare of the industry and the protection of the
public interest as it relates to the harness racing industry.
The Minister for Gaming and Racing, the Hon David Harris MP, has established a
selection panel to assist with the appointment.
The Act stipulates that it is the duty of each appointed member of HRNSW to act in the
public interest and in the interest of the harness racing industry as a whole in the
State. The Act also requires that an appointee must have experience in a senior
administrative role or experience at a senior level in one or more of the fields of
business, finance, law, marketing, technology, commerce, regulatory administration or
regulatory enforcement.
The selection panel appointed to undertake the selection process will consider EOIs
based on merit, considering a candidate’s abilities, qualifications experience and
personal attributes relevant to the performance of the duties of membership of
HRNSW.
EOIs are particularly welcome from candidates who possess experience across a range
of fields and have an appreciation of the issues affecting the harness racing industry.
Competitive candidates will be required to complete a comprehensive probity
assessment to be eligible for appointment and should also familiarise themselves with
the requirements of the HRNSW Board Code of Conduct.
The NSW Government is committed to diversity and inclusivity on Government boards
and committees, and to leading and encouraging diversity in the racing industry. It
welcomes EOIs from candidates with diverse backgrounds, in particular female
candidates.
Closing date for EOIs is 15 December 2025
Expressions of interest:
A candidate information pack is available on iworkfor.nsw.gov.au. To apply, please submit
an updated CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience via email to
racing.admin@racing.nsw.gov.au with the subject as “Harness Racing NSW
Appointment”.
