Participant registration / Owner trainer registration

What is an owner trainer?

An owner trainer educates, exercises, and prepares a greyhound that they own or part-own for racing or trialling.

This registration allows you to:It does not allow you to:
  • Train, trial and race greyhounds which they own or part own, including greyhounds owned by a syndicate or partnership of which they are a member (no limit on numbers)
  • Handle greyhounds
  • Act as a catcher at race meetings.
  • Keep, train, trial or race greyhound owned by other people
  • Breed greyhounds.

How to apply

When applying for registrations, applicants must complete an online Registration Knowledge Test to confirm they have the basic knowledge to perform the role and understand their obligations as a registered participant.

If you are applying for an Attendant, Owner Trainer, Public Trainer or Breeder registration, please complete the following steps:

  1. Read the Being a Greyhound Trainer Handbook.
  2. Start your application for a registration on the portal
  3. The Registration Knowledge Test will be part of the application for registration
  4. Once completed, submit your application

Registration application

Click below to apply online:

Click here to apply online

Download a printable copy of the application here.

Requirements:

  • Must be aged 18 years or over
  • National Police History Check (Cost included in the registration fee)
  • Colour passport style photograph.

Prior to constructing kennels, applicants should consult with their local council in relation to any requirements for the keeping of greyhounds or construction of kennels in their local council area.

Registration Fee:

New application:Renewal:
  • $107 (1 year)
  • $157 (3 years)
  • $47 (1 year)
  • $97 (3 years)

How long will the application take to process?

Upon receiving your completed registration application, it may take up to 8 weeks to process if a kennel inspection is required. Please note that applications submitted by post may be significantly delayed.