Regulation Impact Statement – Department of Agriculture and Water Resources
On 10 August 2017, the Deputy Prime Minister announced a levy for the thoroughbred horse industry consistent with its 2016 election commitment. The levy will commence on 1 September 2017.
The levy will give the industry greater certainty about investment in priority long-term research and development, targeting better disease control, stronger foals and horse welfare measures. The Government will match the industry's contributions up to $400,000 per year.