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The New Zealand racing industry makes a major contribution to the country's economy and is an important part of our heritage and psyche. It is an industry dear to the hearts of tens of thousands of New Zealanders.

More than 52,000 Kiwis are actively involved in racing in New Zealand, with the industry contributing more than $1.6 billion to the country's economy. Racing employs almost 17,000 people in fulltime positions and racing facilities are used by hundreds of community groups every year. In cities and towns throughout New Zealand, racing plays an important economic and social role.

View the video clip on YouTube.

In the video clip a number of the thousands of passionate and dedicated people involved in the New Zealand racing industry explain what racing means to them, their communities and the country.

"New Zealand's Racing Heart" was produced by the NZ Racing Board in association with Thoroughbred Racing NZ, Harness Racing NZ and Greyhound Racing NZ.