WRC chief executive Tom O'Connor emailed members last week urging them to join Oakbank and elect a pro-jumps racing committee, regurgitating a spiel from the team at South Australian Jumps Racing. All functions held on a Victorian Public Holiday will incur a 15% surcharge on total invoice. Hirer must provide a valid credit card at time of the booking. MACARTHUR-owned mare Exceptionally will start in the $250,000 group 3 Lexus Stakes (2500 metres) at Flemington on Saturday in a last-minute bid to force her way into the $6.2 million Melbourne Cup (3200 metres) next Tuesday. There's plenty of other trainers who have horses in the Lexus who need to win to get a run in the Melbourne Cup.". "Run Diego has developed into a handy horse. Gamble Responsibly 18+. Attending his first Grand Annual on course aged 13 further fuelled what has become a lifelong interest in local racing and led to the 2018 publication of his book The 'Bool, the history of racing in Warrnambool from 1848. Radio station. Damian was lucky enough to own the winner of the Novice Hurdle in 2008 (The Taurean). Together, stewards Francis Tozer, Henry Phillips, Samuel MacGregor, Anthony MacKenzie and John Russell Evans came up with a mixture of post and rail fences, stone walls, log fences and even a sod wall; nothing out of the ordinary for riders of the day. As a practising lawyer for 35 years, Mark brings an inquiring mind and a belief in high standards of governance to the Committee. Sophie knows the area well, having been born and raised in Warrnambool and now having returned here following 10 years in Melbourne. Warrnambool Racing Club members to vote on new committee members By Tim Auld August 30 2019 - 3:00am MOVING ON: Des Roberts is stepping down from the Warrnambool Racing Club committee. He is committed to continued improvement and innovation to advance the Club and the sport. Community Organization. Read our Privacy Policy. With restrictions enforced on our everyday lives over the past two years, many of these organisations have not been able to run events to fundraise as they normally would have, so the Charity Partner Initiative is a great way to supplement the lost income for these organisations to continue to offer the fantastic services they provide. Run Diego scored an impressive win in a restricted race over 1200 metres at Geelong last Wednesday while Kuakata won a 1600-metre maiden at Hamilton on Sunday. Warrnambool businessman Nick Rule was announced at the AGM as the new committeeman to replace Bill Phillpot, who has decided to stand down after 30 years on the committee. The dawning of a new era. Since 1936 all of the fences have been brush. Seeking amazing event staff | WRC is currently recruiting hard working, friendly and reliable staff for its May Racing Carnival, 1-3 May. Read More Laurisa Walther For Dallas, the thing he enjoys most about being on the Committee is being part of a great team. See more of Warrnambool Racing Club on Facebook. WHEN five upstanding citizens put their heads together in 1872 to lay out a cross-country racecourse for the entertainment of the race-loving community of Warrnambool, they could never have imagined the legacy they were creating. The Warrnambool Racing Club has managed racing at Warrnambool since it was formed on 5 April 1873. Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date. Access unlimited content, the digital versions of our print editions - Today's Paper, as well as The Courier, The Standard and Bendigo Advertiser apps. This initiative was not only a great means of giving back to the community financially but was also a great platform to be able to bring together various groups within the community who could then support each other. For Mark McNamara, though, it's hard to go past the extraordinary story of Galleywood. Solutions offered for struggling NT communities. The Matilda Room located on level one includes a large multipurpose space with a lounge bar & gas log fireplace, main bar, full commercial kitchen and an outdoor deck & bar. "I reckon he deserves the start at Flemington. Steve Waterhouse will stand down as Warrnambool Racing Club chairman in a surprise move at a committee meeting on Thursday. She's pulled up a million dollars after her Geelong Cup run. Mark has been a member of the Warrnambool Racing Club since 1983 and of the Australian Jumping Racing Association for almost as long, and now serves on the committee of both bodies. Welcome to the official website of the Paris Region destination. Quickest way to get there Cheapest option Distance between. The novelty of air travel broadened the transport options for out-of-town racegoers in the 1920s. The information, including pricing, which appears on this site is subject to change at any time. Guests & suppliers are to enter via Grafton Road. Meanwhile, about 40 members attended the annual general meeting of the racing club last Friday. The highlights of the May Carnival being the Grand Annual Steeplechase and The Warrnambool Cup. To avoid vehicles being locked within the venue, encourage guests to park outside gated area if leaving vehicle overnight. Damian believes that the WRC has a huge role to play in growing enthusiasm and engagement in jumps racing. With over 20 years' experience in sales and marketing, Kate is passionate about representing the Warrnambool Racing Club's member base and fostering community engagement. The program has provided an amazing opportunity to partner with a range of organisations which are having a strong impact in supporting our community. Mark is in the process of cataloguing our extensive historical records. "He's won four of his 15 starts but finished in the first four in 13 of those races," Peterson said. John enjoys being part of a passionate and harmonious Committee that fosters the continuous improvement in culture and sharing in the success of the Club. Gamble Responsibly. This year marks 150 years since the jumps race that is now the Grand Annual Steeplechase was created. There is an off course track joining the course proper for steeplechase events with the length of the course being 5,500 metres and 33 fences. When not studying the form guide, John enjoys sports of all sorts, but particularly golf and cycling. Your digital subscription includes access to content from all our websites in your region. Company listings on this page DO NOT imply endorsement. Peach said Exceptionally's trainer Terry O'Sullivan had reported the six-year-old mare had an easy few days after her Geelong run. (03) 5562 2211 The feature of racing in the district is the Grand Annual Steeplechase. 2010 Introduction of two feature jumps races, the Kevin Lafferty Hurdle and Thackeray Steeplechase, both legs of the J.J. Houlahan Jumps Championship. 1874 The Warrnambool Racing Club is properly constituted in April. We'll probably look at a restricted race at Flemington for his next run preferably in a 1600-metre race," Wilde added. The inaugural committee were Mr J.A. "It's always difficult when there is an election. Although cash-strapped, it could not afford to lose part of the course that was integral to its showpiece race. Renamed the Grand Annual in 1895, the unforgiving solid fences have since been replaced with a safer brush variety, the paddocks are grassed and the course has been tweaked here and there. There were 11 runners. "They have both been very successful in their business careers and bring plenty of great attributes to the committee table. All venue hirers must be over 18 years of age. The former jockey said Run Diego had proven to be a great meal ticket for his connections. As part of the Committee, Dallas hopes to set the strategic direction for the Club for the next decade, building on the great foundations laid to date. I hope to know more about any rides in the new year," the dual Warrnambool Grand Annual Steeplechase-winning jockey said. MEDIA RELEASE | COVID-19 Update Please read below the current update on racing at Warrnambool. The colt was also hailed as a champion show horse and later stood at stud at Kangaroo Flat near Koroit. Except as expressly set forth in our Terms of Use, all representations and warranties regarding the information presented on this page are disclaimed. Drive from Paris Gallieni to Marriott's Village d'Ile-de-France, Bailly-Romainvilliers 39.3 km. During my time on the committtee there have been numerous changes namely the laying of the track and having the new members' stand put in place," he said. The new chairman will be decided at Thursday's committee meeting with lawyer Mark McNamara favourite to take up the position. We care about the protection of your data. Purchased by a syndicate of local businessmen and trained by Jocka Baillie, the gelding triumphed on his steeplechase debut in the 1983 Brierly, but narrowly avoided tragedy in the 1984 Grand Annual. Kuakata had a second and third placing to his credit before his maiden win on Sunday from five starts. The club that hosts the event says it's worth $14 million to the local economy. COMMIT TO THE BOOL A message of support from our friend & chairman Nick Rule! Your digital subscription includes access to content from all our websites in your region. Kate has over 20 years experience in sales and marketing and is passionate about representing the Warrnambool Racing Clubs member base and fostering community engagement. "I had no idea that I was going to receive the life membership. "I think he will develop into a handy stayer once he gets a bit older. The Warrnambool Racing Club conducts 20 race meetings per season highlighted by feature racing in spring, summer and autumn. Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date. A prized silver trophy long lost from its racing heartland will be back on home turf this week, 150 years after it was presented at the Warrnambool racecourse. Venue management reserves the right to control the quality and volume of all entertainment. Margaret Lucas (left) and Bill Slattery have been awarded life memberships by the Warrnambool Racing Club. Venue Hire Fee of $400-1500 (inc. GST) is to be paid in full at time of booking. Away from the racetrack and his business, Nick maintains an interest in farming, running beef cattle on his Grassmere property. There are the standouts like the moustacheod local jockey Tommy Corrigan who cut his teeth at Warrnambool and rose to legendary status; the record-breaking club chairman William Lindsay who steered the club for 32 years until his death in 1934; the trainers synonymous with the annual like Jim Houlahan, Kevin Lafferty, Teddy Byrne and more recently Ciaron Maher; and then there's the great modern-day rivalry of newly-retired champions Gold Medals and Zed Em. Long-serving committeeman Des Roberts, who was the club's chairman from 2011 to 2016, stood down at Thursday's annual general meeting. True to the club's slogan, "Where Heroes are Created", the Grand Annual is a rich tapestry of heroism and heartbreak, unforgettable triumph and occasional tragedy, and the many characters at its heart. He hasalways loved #thebool and jumps racing and hopes that his customer focus and 20 years of racing and wagering industry experience can help navigate and grow the Club through a potentially difficult period for the racing industry post Covid-19 pandemic. The hill at the back of the grandstand makes a natural gallery, which can accommodate many thousands of spectators.The first race meeting was held on the course in August 1858. Warrnambool Racing Club committee member, racing historian and author Mark McNamara, who is curating the display, believed the plate to be one of the oldest existing Warrnambool racing trophies. And, through his company, he sponsors some significant jumps races in Warrnambool, the Hammonds Novice Hurdle in May and the Thackeray Steeple in July. The name Grand Annual was first used for this steeplechase in May 1895. Read our Privacy Policy. 1873 Warrnambools feature flat race, the Warrnambool Cup, is held for the first time in March. Rock en Seine. Create new account. Nick also serves on the Australian Jumping Racing Association (AJRA) Committee, currently in the role of Deputy Chair. Francis Tozer had a horse Black Bess at that first meeting. WARRNAMBOOL Racing Club members will go to the polls to elect three new committee members. Nick owns and operates a paint retail and service business, Hammonds Paints, and brings these management skills to his role on the Committee. Dallas has been on the WRC Committee since 2018. "It's certainly good that it's been preserved and we are delighted to have it here," he said. The display can be viewed in the Woodford Lounge of the members' area during the carnival. View Full Calendar. Prize money is of 100 pounds with a sweepstake of 36 pounds. Peterson has earmarked a $100,000 race for grey horses over 1400 metres on Thursday, November 8 for Run Diego. Mon. With over20 years experience in sales and marketing, Kate is passionate about representing the Warrnambool Racing Clubs member base and fostering community engagement. Having graduated from Deakin University Damian has been working in the racing and wagering industry for the past twenty years, currently managing the industry partnerships and commercial arrangements for Australias biggest bookmaker Sportsbet. The Warrnambool Racing Club strives to develop a vibrant and growing platform to display the thoroughbred racing industry to a worldwide audience. 1909 Building of the hill grandstand commences. Warrnambool Racing Club @wboolracingclub Official account of the Warrnambool Racing Club. The paddocks now know as Brierly and Granters were first used on that date. I congratulate Frank and Laurisa for being elected by the members. If you are able, please subscribe here. Damian is actively involved in the local community with coaching roles at the Port Fairy Football and Cricket Club and a committee role at the Port Fairy Soccer Club and Port Fairy Marathon. Acknowledgement: Special thanks to the late Alan Stoneman who compiled the early history of the club. The solid silver salver is on loan from a private Warrnambool collector who recently acquired it after it turned up in a collection in Sale. "We've got a big variety of owners in Kuakata, including people from the Purnim Cricket Club, but everyone was pleased that he won in remembrance of Tess.". MACARTHUR-owned mare Exceptionally will start in the $250,000 group 3 Lexus Stakes (2500 metres) at Flemington on Saturday in a last-minute bid to force her way into the $6.2 million Melbourne Cup (3200 metres) next Tuesday. 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The annual's future was assured thanks largely to the foresight of the club early on in securing control of the paddocks through which it still runs today. Warrnambool Racecourse is operated by the Warrnambool Racing Club, home of the internationally acclaimed 'Flying Horse Bar & Brewery Grand Annual Steeplechase'. WRC chairman Nick Rule announced at the club's annual general meeting on Thursday that Michael McCluskey was unsuccessful in his bid to gain a spot on the committee. Frank was elected by the Clubs' members to the Committee three years ago. Frank enjoys sharing his wealth of knowledge and likes to ensure projects are completed on time and on budget. Race-starved crowds turned out in droves for the 1947 edition after a six-year hiatus for World War 11, while the deluge of 1971 washed out the last two days of the carnival, Grand Annual included. As a member of our Committee, Mark strives to promote the rights and interests of members. Kingsley Peach, who part-owns Exceptionally, said she had pulled up well after her unplaced run in the Geelong Cup last Wednesday. Final number of confirmed guests is required in writing seven (7) days prior to function date. 13. Venue management reserves the right to exclude or eject any objectionable persons from the premises, stop entertainment, game or other activity which is their opinion is illegal, improper, indecent or unsafe and is likely a nuisance. Having graduated from Deakin University, Laurisa has worked as an Accountant at Sinclair Wilson for the past 22 years and was recently name a partner in the firm. Warrnambool Racing Club committee member, racing historian and author Mark McNamara, who is curating the display, believed the plate to be one of the oldest existing Warrnambool racing trophies. The Warrnambool Amateur Turf Club was first formed in September 1859, but didn't become a properly constituted club until April 1873, when a meeting was held at the Commercial Hotel, now the Whaler's Inn, and a committee was elected. The Warrnambool racecourse proper is an expansive course with a circumference of 2035 metres, sweeping turns and a home straight being 350 metres long. Sadly, she passed away last year. PO Box 48, Warrnambool, Victoria 3280. Warrnambool Racing Club committee member and historian Mark McNamara couldn't agree more. The support from our sponsors, members and. I've been lucky to have worked with passionate staff and committee members during my time on the committee.". We've gone from nine race meetings 18 years ago to 20 meetings now. Access unlimited content, the digital versions of our print editions - Today's Paper, as well as The Courier, The Standard and Bendigo Advertiser apps. No alcohol is to be brought onto the premises. By using our sites or services, you agree to our use of cookies. The history of racing in Warrnambool from 1848. Emma Stewart & tonkin racing cheat stable. However, we depend on subscription revenue to support our journalism. Bromfield (Chairman), Mr H. Phillips, Mr F. Tozer, Mr S. Parker and Mr R. Lane with Mr J.R. Evans as Secretary. This becomes the Members Stand. 2nd Racing Bet. Updated February 28 2023 - 9:23pm, first published 8:59pm. "We've got to win the Lexus on Saturday if we are to run in the Melbourne Cup," he said. The club and its members should be indebted for his efforts over so many years.". Golf Course & Country Club. With over 20 years of experience, you can trust us to supply objective, in-depth reviews and clear insights into the best new Australian betting sites to ensure that your bets take your money further. "Des has been a passionate committee member. Ph. Personal blog. Read our Privacy Policy. "I thank Michael for putting his hand up," Rule said. The Warrnambool Racing Club conducts 20 race meetings per season highlighted by feature racing in spring, summer and autumn. 10% discount on Venue Hire applies only to WRC Members, Colts & Fillies Members, Galleywood Club sponsors and Feature Race Day sponsors, provided they are financial at time of booking. Brierly and Granter's, as they are still known, were privately owned then and with 150 acres of Brierly set to go under the hammer for housing lots in November 1890, the club had to act quickly. Inscribed March 15, 1871, the plate was presented to a Mr Andrew Tobin of Yaloak for his win with three-year-old brown colt Sarsfield ridden by Joseph Whitehead. Seeing the tangible impact of financial grants which charity partners have received, and the opportunity to support community group messages and networking during race club events has been a highlight of the Charity Partner Initiative. Email: warrnamboolracingclub@datafast.net.au. >. 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