Apprentice Jockey

Access key information for apprentice jockeys, including licensing, rules, forms, tax and superannuation resources.

Licensing

Find information about licensing and registration requirements for thoroughbred participants via the Queensland Racing Integrity Commission.

View licensing information

Apply for your licence through the Queensland Racing Integrity Commission’s registration and licensing portal.

Apply for your licence

For enquiries about licensing, renewals or applications, contact [email protected].

Standards and Rules of Racing

Access the Australian Rules of Racing, Local Rules of Racing and licensing standards relevant to thoroughbred racing in Queensland.

View Australian Rules of Racing

View Local Rules of Racing

View thoroughbred licensing standards

Queensland Riding Fees Summary

Forms

Access forms relevant to apprentice jockey administration and payroll.

• Apprentice Movement Form: This form is used to notify the Queensland Apprentice Jockey Program (QAJP) of any proposed apprentice jockey movements, including loans (temporary transfer), permanent transfer, suspension, cancellation or ceased employment. 

View Apprentice Movement Application Form

• PAYG Form: Complete this form to provide your tax file number and set up correct tax withholding for payments. View PAYG form.

Tax and Superannuation Information

Find resources to help manage tax, superannuation and personal finances.

• Tax and Super information for Jockeys:  As a jockey, you're considered self-employed, even though you receive payments for riding fees and prizemoney. Be
  prepared to stay on top of your tax obligation. View Jockey Info Sheet.
• Budget planner: A budget planner is a tool used to track income, expenses, and savings to help manage money effectively. It allows individuals to plan how funds will be allocated over a set period, identify spending patterns, and ensure financial goals are met. By outlining expected income and categorising expenses, a budget planner supports better decision-making, helps avoid overspending, and promotes financial stability. View Budget Planner.

Workplace Guidance

Most problems at work happen because people don’t know what the law is, or because communication has broken down. An effective way for you to fix a workplace problem is to find out what the law is and then work with your employee to find a solution. This guide will take you through a simple 5-step process to help you fix workplace problems with your employees. You can use this process when you want to raise problems with an employee, or to respond to a problem they have raised with you. View Employee’s Guide.

Fatigue Management Guidance

Guidance to help manage fatigue risks and maintain safety in training and race day environments.

• View RQ Fatigue Management Guidance