Tasracing notes this week’s decision by the King Island Racing Club (KIRC) Inc that it will not be proceeding with the 2026/27 racing season due to a lack of horse and participant numbers.

Tasracing is pleased to announce an extension of its multi-year partnership with Sports Entertainment Network (SEN) for the 2026/27 racing season.

The 2026/27 racing season will feature 61 thoroughbred meetings, 87 harness meetings and 156 greyhound meetings.

The 2026/27 thoroughbred racing season will feature 61 race meetings, reduced from 65 meetings in 2025/26.

Armidale Stud announced on Thursday, 25 June the passing of its resident stallion Tough Speed (USA), who was humanely euthanised on 25/6/2026 at the grand old age of 29 following a slow decline in health associated with old age.

Each licensing season, the Licence Application Requirements are reviewed by Tasracing in consultation with Industry Groups and the Tasmanian Racing Integrity Commissioner (TasRIC).

Tasracing will introduce a temporary fuel subsidy in response to increases in fuel costs that have placed additional financial pressure on industry participants.

History Made | Tasmania Wins National Title

The win by the John Blacker-trained Vino Novello in Launceston last Wednesday delivered the final toast to the biggest and best Ladbrokes Community Sports Series (LCSS) to date. Over three years of the LCSS, Tasracing and...