Richmond identities speak of their shock over NSW greyhound ban

By Katherine Ernst

GREYHOUND racing resumed in New South Wales on Wednesday, but the afternoon meeting at Richmond was tinged with sadness as many trainers still sat in shock at the Baird government’s decision to ban the sport.

Brian Rylands, the bookie who attends every Richmond meeting, said the looming ban has shook the industry to its core.

“It’s hit us hard – I am probably not going to be as bad off as a lot of people, but I know everyone in this industry through being a bookmaker for 40 years,” Rylands told Australian Racing Greyhound.

“The decision (to ban greyhound racing) is an absolute Read full article

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