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 4 May 2026
Greyhound Racing Victoria v Luckie Karabitsakos: VRT Ref. 001414, 001415 and 001416
Case type: Serious Offence
Hearing type: Penalty Hearing
Time: 9:30 AM
Venue: Audio link (Microsoft Teams)
Panel: Judge Marilyn Harbison (Deputy Chairperson), Ms Danielle Hikri and Ms Judy Bourke
Thursday 7 May 2026
James Herbertson v Harness Racing Victoria: VRT Ref. 001451
Case type: Appeal
Hearing type: Hearing
Time: 9:30 AM
Venue: Audio link (Microsoft Teams)
Panel: Judge Paul Lacava (Deputy Chairperson), Ms Maree Payne and Mr Des Gleeson
Friday 8 May 2026
Racing Victoria v Jennifer Davis: VRT Ref. 001437
Case type: Serious Offence
Hearing type: Directions Hearing
Time: 9:30 AM
Venue: Audio link (Microsoft Teams)
Panel: Judge Marilyn Harbison (Deputy Chairperson)
Racing Victoria v Robert Stutchbury: VRT Ref. 001440
Case type: Serious Offence
Hearing type: Directions Hearing
Time: 9:45 AM
Venue: Audio link (Microsoft Teams)
Panel: Judge Marilyn Harbison (Deputy Chairperson)
Racing Victoria v Richard Pinsent: VRT Ref. 001447
Case type: Serious Offence
Hearing type: Directions Hearing
Time: 12:00 PM
Venue: Audio link (Microsoft Teams)
Panel: Judge Marilyn Harbison (Deputy Chairperson)
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