The Victorian Racing Tribunal (VRT) publishes a list of upcoming hearings every Friday for hearings scheduled in the following week.
Unless otherwise ordered by the Tribunal, all hearings are open to the public.
Hearing format
Remote hearings
Most hearings are conducted via Microsoft Teams, allowing observation by audio or video link.
In-person hearings
Hearings are also held at our Melbourne CBD hearing room, with some hearings conducted in regional locations.
Due to limited seating at the Melbourne venue, public access is generally provided via a live Microsoft Teams stream.
Observing a hearing
Members of the public who wish to observe a hearing are encouraged to contact the VRT Registry by email at registry@vrt.vic.gov.au.
Conditions of attendance
Observers must comply with the Court Security Act 1980, which sets out requirements to ensure the security, good order and proper management of hearings.
Under this act:
- carrying prohibited items or recording proceedings without authorisation is an offence
- authorised officers may remove any person who refuses to follow directions or is likely to disrupt the hearing
- the use of cameras and recording devices is restricted within a hearing premises.
Attendance is conditional upon adherence to these requirements.
Monday 9 February 2026
Racing Victoria v Kimberley Talent: VRT Ref. 001408
Case type: Serious Offence
Hearing type: Directions Hearing
Time: 9:00 AM
Venue: Audio link (Microsoft Teams)
Panel: Magistrate Peter Reardon (Chairperson)
Racing Victoria v Tom Dabering: VRT Ref. 001409
Case type: Serious Offence
Hearing type: Directions Hearing
Time: 9:15 AM
Venue: Audio link (Microsoft Teams)
Panel: Magistrate Peter Reardon (Chairperson)
Racing Victoria v Anthony & Sam Freedman: VRT Ref. 001410
Case type: Serious Offence
Hearing type: Directions Hearing
Time: 9:30 AM
Venue: Audio link (Microsoft Teams)
Panel: Magistrate Peter Reardon (Chairperson)
Tuesday 10 February 2026
Jack Hill v Racing Victoria: VRT Ref. 001411
Case type: Appeal
Hearing type: Hearing
Time: 9:30 AM
Venue: Audio link (Microsoft Teams)
Panel: Judge Paul Lacava (Deputy Chairperson), Ms Amanda Dickens and Mr Des Gleeson
Greyhound Racing Victoria v Gary Thorneycroft: VRT Ref. 001375
Case type: Serious Offence
Hearing type: Hearing
Time: 10:00 AM
Venue: Level 16, 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
Panel: Judge Marilyn Harbison (Deputy Chairperson), Ms Danielle Hikri and Ms Heidi Keighran
Wednesday 11 February 2026
Ewa Justice v Harness Racing Victoria: VRT Ref. 001413
Case type: Appeal
Hearing type: Hearing
Time: 9:00 AM
Venue: Audio link (Microsoft Teams)
Panel: Magistrate Peter Reardon (Chairperson), Mr Des Gleeson and Ms Maree Payne
Greyhound Racing Victoria v Gary Thorneycroft: VRT Ref. 001375
Case type: Serious Offence
Hearing type: Hearing
Time: 10:00 AM
Venue: Level 16, 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
Panel: Judge Marilyn Harbison (Deputy Chairperson), Ms Danielle Hikri and Ms Heidi Keighran
Thursday 12 February 2026
Greyhound Racing Victoria v Cameron Hudson: VRT Ref. 001377
Case type: Serious Offence
Hearing type: Hearing
Time: 10:00 AM
Venue: Level 16, 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
Panel: Judge Marilyn Harbison (Deputy Chairperson), Ms Maree Payne and Ms Judy Bourke
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