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Racing Industry Transition Agency 

The Racing Industry Transition Agency (RITA) was appointed by Racing Minister Rt. Hon. Winston Peters on 1 July 2019 to enable the urgent changes required to drive the racing industry toward a financially sustainable future.

Through the Racing Reform Act, RITA has a legislative mandate to manage the changes needed to revitalise the racing industry and carry out the day to day functions of the TAB and Trackside.

Latest News

Extended Terms for RITA Directors Announced
03 June 2020

Racing Minister for Racing Winston Peters today announced that the terms for the directors of the Racing Industry Transition Agency (RITA) have been extended to 30 June 2021.

Due…

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Racing Industry Transition Agency Confirm TAB Changes in Response to COVID-19
26 May 2020

The Racing Industry Transition Agency (RITA) today (Tuesday, 26 May) confirmed changes it was taking in response to the impact of COVID-19, including a reduction of 230 roles,…

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Consultation gets underway on revised 2020/21 racing calendar
15 May 2020

Consultation with the racing industry on a revised racing calendar from August 2020 to July 2021, which reflects the significant impact of Covid-19 on domestic racing and the critical…

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TAB

The TAB runs all betting on racing and sport in New Zealand.

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TAB Trackside

TAB Trackside is available on SKY Digital and broadcasts racing and race wagering focused programming.

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