Jane Howlett,Minister for Racing
The Tasmanian Government is a strong supporter of Tasmania’s racing industry and its participants, and today I am excited to announce a new Maternity Assistance Program for female jockeys and harness racing drivers in the state.
For health reasons, a female jockey or driver is currently prohibited from riding or driving during pregnancy after the first trimester of their pregnancy under National racing rules.
Tasracing’s Maternity Assistance Program (MAP) will bridge the gap from when a jockey or driver ceases riding or driving at the end of their first trimester until they are eligible for the Federal Government’s Paid Parental Leave scheme at the birth of the child.