John Stephens

GRV Implements New Grading Rules

It has been a long time coming, but GRV has finally accepted the need to alter the current grading structure to enable a fairer and...

Level The Playing Field – Integrity

In 2012 the Victorian Ombudsman produced a report in relation to the integrity of Greyhound Racing Victoria. The report, titled Victorian Ombudsman – Own Motion...

Victorian Racing Minister Welcomes Integrity Report On Greyhound Racing Victoria

Minister for Racing Denis Napthine has welcomed the Victorian Ombudsman's findings regarding Greyhound racing Victoria (GRV) saying the Victorian Coalition Government accepted all recommendations contained...

$3.2 Million Overhaul For Ballarat Greyhound Racing

Greyhound racing in Ballarat will be transformed with a $3.2 million grandstand and track redevelopment announced today by Minister for Racing Denis Napthine. Dr Napthine...

What Lies Ahead – Icebergs Or A Following Wind?

“Uncertainty and expectation are the joys of life”. William Congreve, 1695. Lots of joy must be ahead for Australian greyhound racing. Change is everywhere. Probably...

Greyhound Racing Victoria CEO John Stephens Resigns

Greyhound Racing Victoria (GRV) Chief Executive Officer John Stephens has resigned his post afer 11 years in the role. It is understood Stephens has agreed...

Dyna Tron Wins AGRA 2011 Australian Greyhound Of The Year Award

At a gala AGRA Awards night held at the Royal On The Park Hotel in Brisbane Queensland the Australian Greyhound Racing Association last Friday night...

Vic Govt Funding For Family Friendly Facilities For Geelong Greyhound Centre

The transformation of Geelong's greyhound super centre continues, with the Victorian Coalition Government today announcing funding for new facilities for families, patrons and punters. Minister...

A Rails Run For Greyhound Racing At The Meadows

Upgraded patron and greyhound racing facilities at The Meadows were today revealed as part of a works package to be funded under the Victorian Coalition...

Greyhound Racing Victoria Chairman Nick Caley Gone Immediately

Greyhound Racing Victoria Chair Nick Caley has resigned from his post amid a buzz of industry rumour. Caley, who was appointed by former Labor Government...

Jason Thompson’s Warrnambool Woes Continue With Positive Swab Inquiry

High profile and leading Victorian greyhound trainer, Jason Thompson might be forgiven for giving Warrnambool greyhounds a wide berth around May Carnival time next year....

What Is Wrong With Victorian Greyhound Racing At The Moment?

Don't worry about the state of Denmark, Victorian greyhound racing has an odour all of its own at the moment. Following on from the placement...

A Celebration Of The History Of The Nationals

Certainly one of the most exciting times of the year for Greyhound Racing in Australia is in August September. It's Nationals time and for many...

$8Million Investment In Geelong Greyhounds In Turmoil

The $8Million investment from Greyhound Racing Victoria and the Victorian State Government, personally signed off by Racing Minister Rob Hulls, appears in dire straights today...

$1.9 Million Warragul Track Brings The Greyhounds Back

Greyhound racing has officially returned to Warragul after the completion of a $1.9 million racetrack redevelopment, Deputy Premier and Minister for Racing Rob Hulls said...

Geelong Greyhound Track Redevelopment Gets Underway

Geelong Greyhound Racing Club will get a new grandstand and a redeveloped racetrack in a $6.2 million funding boost, providing improved facilities for Geelong families,...

Bill Conroy Inducted To Hall Of Fame

Greyhound Racing Victoria (GRV) tonight launched its Victorian Greyhound Racing Hall of Fame at Sandown Greyhound Racing Club. Bill Conroy has tonight been announced as...

George Schofield Inducted To Hall Of Fame

Greyhound Racing Victoria (GRV) tonight launched its Victorian Greyhound Racing Hall of Fame at Sandown Greyhound Racing Club. George Schofield has tonight been announced as...

Margaret Thomas Inducted To Hall Of Fame

Greyhound Racing Victoria (GRV) tonight launched its Victorian Greyhound Racing Hall of Fame at Sandown Greyhound Racing Club. Margaret Thomas has tonight been announced as...

Wangaratta Survival Plans Hit A Major Hurdle

Australian Racing Greyhound has just become aware that contrary to our earlier story stating Wangaratta had been partially successful in their application to court last...

Glenn Fish Is Victorian Greyhound Racing’s Top Steward

Just days before Dr Brian Willams steps down from his role as GRV Chief Steward, the GRV have announced that the odds on favourite for...

The Final Nail Is Rammed Home At Wangaratta

The Greyhound Racing Victoria (GRV) Board met today and confirmed its decision to cease racing at Avian Park (Wangaratta) effective June 26, 2009. Board Chairman...

GAP And GRV Donate $10,000 To Good Friday Appeal

A group of friendly greyhounds and their owners stood out from the crowd at Etihad Stadium on Good Friday. An organised 2km stroll from Greyhound...

Callignee Greyhound Trainer Mark Lewis Wiped Out By Bushfires

Greyhound Trainer Mark Lewis has been hit hard by the Victorian Bushfires burning at Callignee. Lewis, who was originally from New South Wales; had only...

Thompson Gets Off Melbourne Cup Charge With A Paltry $1000 Fine

In a smack in the face to the Sandown Greyhound Racing Club, their major sponsor Schweppes, and all Victorian greyhound particpants who conduct themselves with...