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The fallout from the NSW greyhound ban

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WHAT HAPPENS TO THE DOGS

* NSW government says it will develop a welfare plan for existing greyhounds.

* The Australian Veterinary Association is concerned the greyhound ban could lead to widespread euthanasia.

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* Greyhound adoption centres say they are already inundated with dogs needing a home.

INDUSTRY WILL FIGHT

* Greyhounds Australia says it will challenge the NSW government's decision.

* 1200 people directly involved in training and racing at 36 tracks across the state.

EXODUS TO OTHER STATES?

* Victoria's racing minister says the ban could spark a "flight from NSW" to Queensland or Victoria.

* Border Park greyhound track in Tweed Heads is just metres from the Queensland border, with management saying it is considering moving the track north.

WHAT OTHER STATES ARE DOING

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* The ACT chief minister says there is no future in the sport.

* The Victorian government says there will be no ban, backing their tough new standards following 2015 reform.

* WA says it will consider the NSW report before reacting.

* Tasmania waits for its own inquiry.

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* Queensland, South Australia and the Northern Territory will not ban racing.

ANIMAL ACTIVISTS SAY

* The RSPCA has called for a national ban on the sport.

* The Greens say the NSW ban should be replicated across Australia.

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