Harness Racing Victoria Chief Integrity and Risk Officer Rhys Harrison has resigned after four years in the position.
Harrison will finish on Friday November 28 to take up an opportunity outside of the racing industry. During his tenure he has guided his department through significant transformation to improve efficiency and strengthen the sport’s integrity and welfare standards.
“It has been a real privilege to be part of HRV over the past four years,” Harrison said. “I want to sincerely thank the hardworking staff, particularly the Integrity team, for their support, friendship and commitment. I am also grateful to the participants, clubs and industry stakeholders I have had the pleasure of working with along the way.
“I leave with great memories, valued friendships and pride in what we have achieved together. I wish everyone across HRV and the harness racing industry all the very best for the future.”
HRV Chair Bernard Saundry thanked Harrison for his commitment to the industry’s integrity processes, including compliance, welfare, safety and pathways for the next generation.
“Rhys has led HRV’s integrity, risk and welfare measures with utmost professionalism during a period of great change and modernisation,” Saundry said. “We wish Rhys all the best with his future endeavours and thank him for his work to strengthen our industry.”
HRV Integrity Compliance and Investigations Manager Brad Powell has been promoted to Acting Chief Integrity Officer until a replacement is appointed.
