Rider's Licence | Class B | Apprentice Jockey

New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing
Rider's Licence | Class B | Apprentice Jockey

Application Fee: New Zealand Resident or Citizen $145.00, International $5750.00
This is an ELECTRONIC APPLICATION. Printing the form and filling it out by hand will result in your application being ineligible.

The Class B Rider’s Licence is issued to persons who aspire to become jockeys, have been assessed as suitable to enter NZTR’s Apprentice Jockey programme, and who are actively progressing through a prescribed training programme towards qualification as a jockey. Please refer to the NZTR Licensing Policy for full details. Upon submission, your application will be reviewed within 10 working days.

Attachments required to complete the application;
- Colour Photo (if required)
- Copy of ID (driver licence, passport or birth certificate if required)
- Copy of Employment Contract
- Copy of Apprentice contract
- Copy of Working Visa (if required)
- Copy of IELTS - English Score (if required)
- Copy of Medical Fitness Examination (if required)
- Copy of Any Previous Apprentice qualifications
- Copy of Completed Tax rate notification for contractors IR330C
You will be contacted by Proactive Health to undergo a baseline concussion test. This assessment is online for your convenience and is a requirement of the licence being granted.

A fee of $5750 will apply if you are not a New Zealand resident or citizen and are making an application on a work visa.

PLEASE NOTE: Fields marked with (*) are required.
Details
Name*

First NameLast Name
Gender*
Preferred name for publications*

First NameLast Name
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

SuburbPostcode

Town/City
Bank Account Name*
Bank Account Number*
Phone Number*
Email*
example@example.com
IRD Number*
GST Number
Date of Birth*

DayMonthYear
If under 15 years of age, you must attach a letter of consent from a parent or guardian below. If under 18 you must provide contact details for your legal guardian.
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DayMonthYear
Date
Days
Age
Riding Weight*
Legal Guardian (under 18 years of age)
Name*

First NameLast Name
Relationship*
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

SuburbPostcode

Town/CityCountry
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Next Of Kin Details
Next of Kin Name*

First NameLast Name
Relationship*
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Qualification
I have completed;*

my probationary periodpart of my apprenticeship in New Zealandpart of my apprenticeship in another overseas jurisdiction
I have served at least 5 months of my Probationary period*

Yes
I have completed 30 Trial rides to the satisfaction of an NZTR Riding Mentor and RIB Stewards*

Yes
Employer*

First NameLast Name
Racing Jurisdiction*
Length of apprenticeship completed*
Career Starts*
Career Wins*
Betting Account
Do you have a betting account with any wagering operator.*

NoYes - Please give details below
Betting Account

Betting OperatorAccount NameAccount Number
Questionnaire
Horse Ownership
Are you an Owner or Lessee of any horse registered under the Rules of Racing?*

YesNo
Provide details (Horse Name, Trainer)*
Licence History
Have you ever held a licence issued by a racing authority in New Zealand (including Greyhound Racing NZ or Harness Racing NZ) or an international racing authority?

YesNo
Racing jurisdiction where last licensed
Provide Full Licensing History (licence type, jurisdiction, year)
Have you ever had a racing licence disqualified, revoked, suspended, withdrawn or refused, or had any conditions imposed on a racing licence, by any racing authority (whether in New Zealand or elsewhere)?*

YesNo
Provide details (licence type, year, jurisdiction, offence, penalty, conditions imposed and the relevant circumstances).*
Criminal History
Have you ever been convicted of any offence under the laws of New Zealand unless covered by the Criminal Records (Clean Slate) Act 2004, or under the laws of any other country?*

YesNo
Provide details.*
Animal Welfare
Have you ever been investigated by any authority for any offence involving neglect or cruelty to animals or any breach of the Animal Welfare Act?*

YesNo
Provide details. *
Declarations
Rules of Racing*

I acknowledge that, as the holder of a Licence issued by NZTR, the NZTR Rules of Racing and policies, regulations and directives made or issued by NZTR under the Rules of Racing, will apply to me and that I will be bound by them.
Link: Rules, Directives & Policies
I have completed the Rules of Racing test (link below)*

YesNo
Link: Rules of Racing Test | Rider's
Code of Conduct*

I have obtained, read and understood the NZTR Code of Conduct and acknowledge that, as the holder of a licence issued by NZTR, I will be required to comply with the NZTR Code of Conduct (including provisions relating to the use of social media).
Link: Code of Conduct
Credit Check*

I consent to the NZTR performing a credit check
Link: New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing Credit Checking and Debt Collection Policy
NZTR Consent*

I consent to NZTR obtaining any clearances and/or any relevant details from any overseas racing authority in which I was, or am, licensed regarding my licence and judicial history in that jurisdiction (if applicable).
New Zealand Police*

I consent to the New Zealand Police disclosing to NZTR any information that they may have in relation to me for the purposes of NZTR's consideration of this application. I understand that any record of criminal convictions I might have will be automatically concealed if I meet the eligibility criteria stipulated in Section 7 of the Criminal Records (Clean Slate) Act 2004.
NZ SPCA or MPI*

I consent to the NZ SPCA or the Ministry for Primary Industries disclosing to NZTR any information that they may have in relation to me for the purposes of NZTR's consideration of this application.
Requirements
Health and Safety
The Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 (the HSW Act) includes the concept of a “person conducting a business or undertaking” (PCBU). This includes all businesses or undertakings regardless of whether a person conducts a business alone or with others, or whether or not it is for profit or gain.

The HSW Act also contains obligations for “workers”, which is widely defined and would normally include, for example, apprentice jockeys. Workers must ensure that they comply with their obligations under the HSW Act. Further details are available on the NZTR website: loveracing.nz/NZTR/Resources/Health-and-Safety.aspx.

By signing this form, I undertake to NZTR that:

• I understand that I have obligations under the HSW Act and that it is my responsibility to meet those obligations;

• I will carry out my obligations under the HSW Act;

• I will cooperate absolutely with any health and safety investigation conducted by the Racing Integrity Board, NZTR or WorkSafe;

• I will immediately report any incident that must be reported under the HSW Act or as directed by NZTR to the appropriate authorities;

• I will comply with any health and safety policies at any racing or training venue.

I acknowledge that my fitness to hold a licence depends on my compliance with these undertakings and that NZTR may cancel or suspend my licence if I breach them
Health & Safety Declaration*

I understand the Health & Safety Requirements
Privacy Act
This information is being collected, and will be held, by New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing (NZTR), 106-110 Jackson Street, Petone, Wellington. It is being collected for the purpose of processing the application made under this form and for performing NZTR’s functions under the Racing Industry Act 2020 and the Rules of Racing (including relating to licensing and registration, as applicable). You agree that the personal information supplied by you may be retained and used by NZTR and by third parties (if applicable) for these purposes and any directly related purposes. You also agree (unless you tick the box below or notify us otherwise), that NZTR may use this information for direct marketing or providing you with information on events, products and services, and that it may be disclosed by NZTR to, and used by, third parties for these purposes.

NZTR will not use or disclose your personal information in any way, other than that disclosed in this policy or with your prior consent. If you do not provide the requested information, then NZTR may not be able to process your application under this form.

If you do not wish your information to be used by NZTR, or to be disclosed by it to third parties, for the purpose of direct marketing and providing you with information on events, products and services, then please tick the box below. Otherwise, you may at any time opt out of your information being used or disclosed by NZTR in this way by notifying NZTR to that effect by email (office@nztr.co.nz) or by letter to the address set out above.
Privacy Act Declaration*

I understand the Privacy Act requirements
Acknowledge below if you do not wish your information to be disclosed by NZTR

I do not agree to my personal information being used by NZTR, or being disclosed by it to third parties for use, for direct marketing or providing me with information on events, products and services
Attachments
Identification
For identification purposes, NZTR requires a copy of your driver licence, passport or birth certificate*

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Colour Photo
For identification purposes, and in order to supply you with a licence ID, please provide a colour photo of yourself*

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Employment
Copy of Employment Contract*

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Copy of Apprentice Agreement*

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Tax rate notification for contractors IR330C
The following link is required to be completed and uploaded.
1. Click on the following link: IR330C
2. Complete the form and save to file
3. Click on the box below to find and upload file
File Upload*

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Medical Examination Record
The RIDER MEDICAL EXAMINATION RECORD needs to be completed by a registered medical practitioner. Please ensure the form is attached with your application.

Link: Medical Examination Form
Rider Medical Examination Record

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Qualifications
Please provide details of any Apprenticeship qualifications completed or partly completed

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Eligibility to Work in New Zealand
I am a New Zealand or Australian Resident or Citizen*

YesNo - Please upload a copy of your Working Visa permitting you to work in New Zealand
I have provided a copy of my VISA with this application*

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English is my first language*

YesNo
For foreign applicants for whom english is not their first language, an IELTS score of 5.5 or more may be required.

Link: https://www.ielts.org/

If this is not achieved, NZTR may agree a language development plan to be put in place as a condition of your apprenticeship, the cost of which will be your responsibility.
IELTS score documentation*

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Declaration
By signing and submitting this form to NZTR:

1. I acknowledge that I have read the application form and undertake that all of the information that I have provided to NZTR in, or with, it is true and correct in every particular.

2. I acknowledge that NZTR will rely upon the information I have provided in, or with, this application form for the purpose of determining whether I am an appropriate person to be issued with a Class B Rider’s Licence.

3. I understand that NZTR may take disciplinary action against me in the event that the information I have provided in, or with, this application form is false or misleading in any particular, which action may include revocation of any licence issued to me.

4. I acknowledge that the provision of any false, misleading or inaccurate information in, or with, this application form may result in me being charged under the Rules of Racing or otherwise.

5. I undertake and confirm that I meet all of the requirements for the issue of a Class B Rider's Licence to me under the Rules of Racing.

6. I acknowledge that, as the holder of a Licence issued by NZTR, I will be bound by, and must comply with, all applicable NZTR Rules of Racing and policies, regulations and directives issued under them, and that I must keep myself updated of all changes to the Rules of Racing and policies, regulations and directives that apply to the holder of a Class B Rider's Licence.

7. In accordance with Rule 656 of the NZTR Rules of Racing, I consent to providing a sample of one or more of my blood, breath, urine, saliva or sweat, as and when required by a Stipendiary Steward or Investigator, for the purposes of drug and alcohol testing.

8. I undertake that I am not currently subject to any disciplinary action initiated by any other racing authority in New Zealand or overseas and I will immediately inform NZTR should any other racing authority in New Zealand or overseas initiate disciplinary action against me.

9. I acknowledge and agree that if I do not pay any amount owed or payable by me to NZTR within the required time, NZTR may set-off that amount against any amount that would otherwise have been payable to me through the TROSA system administered by NZTR.

10. I acknowledge and agree that, in accordance with the terms of my Apprenticeship Agreement, 50% of any prizemoney due and owing to me will be paid to my Employer and the remaining 50% will be held in Trust by NZTR for the duration of the Apprenticeship Agreement.

11. I acknowledge and agree, for GST purposes relating to the supply of services by me (the Supplier) to NZTR (the Recipient), that:
(a) if I am registered for GST purposes, I will notify NZTR in writing if I cease to be registered for GST purposes in the future, and if I am not currently registered for GST purposes, I will notify NZTR in writing if I become registered for GST purposes in the future;
(b) I will not issue (as supplier) tax invoices in relation to any prizemoney (supplies) that NZTR may have to pay me;
(c) NZTR (as Recipient) can issue tax invoices in respect of prizemoney (supplies) that it has to pay me;
(d) I (as Supplier) will not issue tax invoices to NZTR in respect of any such supplies;
(e) that NZTR is registered for GST purposes and that it will notify me in writing if it ceases to be GST registered or it is otherwise unable to prepare Buyer Created Tax Invoices (BCTI) on my behalf;
(f) NZTR can only issue a BCTI on my behalf if it complies with the requirements established under legislation.

12. I authorise NZTR to disclose information provided by me in this application form to:
(a) All Racing Authorities in New Zealand and overseas;
(b) The persons specified in this application form;
(c) Government Departments and regulatory authorities;
(d) Persons currently unknown, for the purpose of complying with statutory obligations requiring NZTR to disclose information.

13. I consent to NZTR contacting all Authorised Wagering Operators in New Zealand and overseas for the purpose of determining whether I am betting in contravention to the Rules of Racing. I also consent to those third parties disclosing information to NZTR about any betting I engage in with them.

14. I consent to NZTR contacting other Racing Authorities in New Zealand and overseas and I consent to those bodies disclosing any information that may be requested at any time by NZTR.

15. I hereby consent to the New Zealand Police disclosing to NZTR any information that they may have for the purposes of NZTR's consideration of this application. I understand that any record of criminal convictions I might have will be automatically concealed if I meet the eligibility criteria stipulated in Section 7 of the Criminal Records (Clean Slate) Act 2004.

16. I acknowledge and agree that it is a condition of a Class B Rider's Licence that I remain under the employment of an NZTR Approved Employer and provide NZTR with a copy of my Individual Employment Agreement.

17. I acknowledge and agree that, during my apprenticeship, I must comply with all of NZTR's training requirements.
Applicant Signature*

Clear
Witness Signature*

Clear
Witness Name*

First NameLast Name
Employer
Employer Signature

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Name of current employer*

First NameLast Name
New Zealand Jockeys Association

$0.75 inc GST per ride
I wish to be a member of the NZJA (Only financial members of NZJA will qualify to receive the Rider Engagement Fee and the Minimum Ride Allowance).*

YesNo
Licensing Panel Decision
Applications are reviewed by Racing Integrity Board Stewards and then considered by the NZTR Licensing Panel which, based on the information supplied, may:

• approve the licence application (including, where considered appropriate, on conditions);

• defer an application until further information is supplied;

• refer an application to the NZTR Racing & Integrity Committee;

• decline the application;

• request additional information or clarification from the applicant regarding the application; or

• approve the application.
Notification
You will be notified of the outcome of your application by the NZTR Licensing Panel by email. If your application is approved, NZTR will send you a notification outlining the terms and conditions of your licence.

What if my application is declined?

You can appeal to the NZTR Racing & Integrity Committee within 28 days of when you were notified that your application has been declined.

email: licensing@nztr.co.nz
Payment (Application Fee)
New Zealand Resident or Citizen

Rider's License | Class B | Apprentice Jockey $145.00
International

Rider's License | Class B | Apprentice Jockey $5750.00
I would like to pay by*

Debit/Credit CardBank Deposit
Please proceed with making payment to the specified bank account, including your name and license type details as indicated in the format below. Once you submit the application, a copy will be emailed to you for your records.

Bank Account Name: New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing Inc

Bank Account Number: 01-0517-0063944-00

Reference: Last Name, First Initial, Class B Rider
You can complete your application by proceeding with payment. Please use the button below to access the payment page. Additionally, you will receive a copy of the application via email.
CONTACT US

If you have any queries relating to this application, please contact NZTR Licensing at:

tel: +64 4 576 6279

email: licensing@nztr.co.nz
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Rider's Licence | Class B | Apprentice Jockey

Details

Legal Guardian (under 18 years of age)

Next Of Kin Details

Qualification

Betting Account

Questionnaire

Horse Ownership

Licence History

Criminal History

Animal Welfare

Declarations

Requirements

Health and Safety

Privacy Act

Attachments

Identification

Colour Photo

Employment

Tax rate notification for contractors IR330C

Medical Examination Record

Qualifications

Eligibility to Work in New Zealand

Declaration

Employer

New Zealand Jockeys Association

Licensing Panel Decision

Notification

Payment (Application Fee)