The Coalition for the Protection of Greyhounds Incorporated

The Coalition for the Protection of Greyhounds Incorporated is a dedicated Australian organisation committed to ending the suffering endured by greyhounds within the racing industry. Established in response to widespread cruelty and systemic issues in greyhound racing, the coalition actively exposes the harsh realities faced by these dogs and campaigns for the closure of the industry. It operates through advocacy, public education, and lobbying efforts aimed at state governments to prioritise animal welfare over economic interests.

Mission and Vision

The coalition’s mission is to achieve a complete ban on greyhound racing across Australia, ensuring no greyhound suffers death, injury, or abuse due to this industry. Its vision is a society where greyhounds are recognised as sentient beings deserving of respect, care, and protection, free from exploitation and cruelty.

Main Objectives

• End taxpayer funding that supports the greyhound racing industry.
• Stop unsustainable breeding practices that produce surplus and unwanted greyhounds.
• Implement whole-of-life tracking for all racing greyhounds to ensure accountability.
• Establish independent regulators to oversee welfare standards and industry compliance.
• Prevent the construction of new greyhound racing tracks.

Benefiting Groups

The primary beneficiaries are greyhounds themselves, who currently face high rates of injury, premature death, and neglect. Additionally, the coalition supports animal welfare advocates, volunteers, and community members who seek to promote ethical treatment of animals and end greyhound suffering.

Services and Activities

• Public awareness campaigns that expose the cruelty and corruption within the greyhound racing industry.
• Lobbying state governments to enact legislation that protects greyhounds and ultimately bans racing.
• Providing platforms for volunteers to contribute skills such as digital advocacy, photography, and writing.
• Supporting greyhound rescue and rehoming efforts through partnerships with local groups.
• Encouraging community engagement through donations, fundraising, and letter-writing campaigns to influence public policy.