Following consultation between Racing Queensland, the Queensland Greyhound Racing Club and Queensland Racing Integrity Commission, changes will be implemented to the regular racing calendar at The Q as part of the 14-race card meeting trial.

From Sunday, September 28, the Q2 Parklands will replace the Q Straight; andFrom Monday, September 29, the Q Straight will replace Q2 Parklands and host 14-race card meetings.

This program change is aimed at streamlining race day operations, including track preparation and 14-race card meetings.

Feedback on this change and the 14-race cards can be emailed to grading@raingqueensland.com.au 

Further, the Ipswich Derby and Futurity heats are now programmed for the Q1 Lakeside on Thursday, October 16, and the finals on Thursday, October 23. There are no changes to the conditions for these events. 

The Lakeside Cup Heats and Past Members Trophy Heats are now programmed for the Q1 Lakeside on Thursday, October 30 and the finals Thursday, November 6. The Lakeside Cup will worth $150,000. It replaces the November slot previously held by the Ipswich Cup. The Ipswich Cup is now programmed for the start of the 2026 Winter Carnival. 

From October 16 to November 6, Q1 Lakeside racing will occur on Thursday night and Sunday night. Q2 Parklands racing will occur Tuesday twilight and Saturday night. 

For full details on the updated calendar, please visit the RQ Program.