Please contact the club for additional features available. With a lifelong love of racing, Nick feels privileged to be able to serve on the Committee and contribute to our Club and our sport in such a meaningful way. Bromfield (Chairman), Mr H. Phillips, Mr F. Tozer, Mr S. Parker and Mr R. Lane with Mr J.R. Evans as Secretary. The information, including pricing, which appears on this site is subject to change at any time. All venue hirers must be over 18 years of age. The display can be viewed in the Woodford Lounge of the members' area during the carnival. Lucas, who led the way to ensure jumps racing continued in her 10-year role as chairman, said she was gobsmacked when her life membership was announced at last week's annual general meeting . T+C Existing Customers Only. We are expecting her to be very competitive in the Lexus as she's got a good record at Flemington," he said. In later years, the line-up of planes parked at the Warrnambool airport during race week itself became a major drawcard for onlookers. Read our Privacy Policy. 1996 The Victorian State Government officially recognises the Warrnambool May Racing Carnival as a Victorian Major Event. Please contact the club for additional features available. The friendships and relationships developed in this industry make the Committee role very rewarding. Client can access venue within office hours between 9am 4pm a day prior to their function (subject to availability) or by prior arrangement with WRC. Postal vote forms will be mailed out to more than 1700 Warrnambool Racing Club members within the next two weeks for them to submit their choices. "He had a real passion for jumps racing and that passion helped the club through tough times when jumps racing was under threat. Timeline dates and facts for the Racing Club, To view winners of the Grand Annual Steeple Chase go to Wikipedia, Warrnambool and District Historical Society, Online Membership Application / Renewal Form, Warrnambool Co-operative Society Ltd. (The Co-op). . Personal blog. Description and details including a map of the racecourse, T&Cs apply and available on website. The 1871 Warrnambool Amateur Turf Plate will take pride of place in a display of racing memorabilia to mark 140 years of May Racing Carnival history. 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. Damian was blown away by the Jump initiative in 2022 and is thrilled to have the opportunity to play a role in 2023. Dallas has been on the WRC Committee since 2018. 13,164 were here. Gamble Responsibly. 18+ T&Cs and wagering requirements apply. As a member of the Warrnambool Racing Club, Laurisa was involved with the Charity Partner initiative in 2020 and 2021 and has seen funds donated to over 30 various organisations in our local community. Warrnambool's May Racing Carnival kicks off on Tuesday. Man in hospital after driving car into home, Delays roll on for city dealers as cars stuck at sea, Killer drug driver warned he's risking more years in prison, Hall of fame honour for former Carlton star, Council hopes to open up 130 new housing lots, Members back $1m plan to cover golf club costs, Terms and Conditions - Digital Subscription, Terms and Conditions - Newspaper Subscription. T's & C's apply. "It predates the Grand Annual by one year, the Warrnambool Cup by two years, the formation of the Warrnambool Racing Club by two years and all of the current feature races. 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. Recent developments; including the Matilda Room upgrade and the Jericho Cup has open our doors to new members and visitors to our region. Mon. Jumps Racing is currently in a very good place in Victoria, but you never know what is around the corner. Drive 27 min. The racecourse resides on the eastern outer of Warrnambool, about 260 km's from Melbourne CBD, in a stunning valley with natural viewing platforms for the patrons. As a member of the Warrnambool Racing Club, Laurisa was also involved with the WRC's JUMP Charity Partner initiative in 2020 and 2021 and has seen funds donated to over 30 various organisations in our local community. In 1881 came the genesis of today's May Carnival with the merger of the Winter Steeplechase and the March Annual meeting, bringing together the two feature races of the Grand Annual and the Warrnambool Cup on the one bill. For Dallas, the thing he enjoys most about being on the Committee is being part of a great team. I'm just interested to see how he measures up to other three-year-olds in a 1800-metre race.". WARRNAMBOOL Racing Club members will go to the polls to elect three new committee members. Frank was elected by the Clubs' members to the Committee three years ago. Create new account. "Des has been a passionate committee member. McNamara will create history on two fronts if he takes over the main job. 1888 The Wangoom Handicap is run over 1200m for the first time (previously 1600m). Warrnambool Racecourse is located at Grafton Rd, Warrnambool Victoria. Warrnambool Racing Club will have a new chairman on Thursday night. The support from our sponsors, members and. The first organised races were held in 1848, only eight months after Warrnambool was proclaimed. By using our sites or services, you agree to our use of cookies. 1873 Warrnambools feature flat race, the Warrnambool Cup, is held for the first time in March. Laurisa is again looking forward to being involved in the WRC Charity Partner initiative again this year and encourages all local organisations to consider applying. Warrnambool, Access unlimited content, the digital versions of our print editions - Today's Paper, as well as The Courier, The Standard and Bendigo Advertiser apps. 1895 The Warrnambool Handicap Steeplechase becomes the Grand Annual Steeplechase. Tozer was later a founding member of the Warrnambool Racing Club, and a breeder and owner of racing thoroughbreds for many years. 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. Tears were shed," Mark recounts. Sophie is looking forward to contributing to the growth of the initiative and encourages all local charities and organisations to apply. "Terry said she is ticking along really well. Mark seeks to promote the history of racing in the Warrnambool area, having written The Bool: The history of horse racing in Warrnambool from 1848, together with a 17-part blog series about the history of the Grand Annual Steeplechase for our website, and regular pieces for the racebooks at our feature race meetings. per year (all zones) - administration fees included. Robert won 5 races, including the Galleywood Hurdle and won a $90,000 Mercedes-Benz. Quickest way to get there Cheapest option Distance between. Marks biggest thrill in racing was seeing Vanguard win this years Brierly Steeplechase. 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. PO Box 48, Warrnambool, Victoria 3280. The pace in the Geelong Cup was farcical . Laurisa has been a Committee member of the Warrnambool Racing Club since 2019. Pateman will host the tour, which takes in five race meetings over eight days. We care about the protection of your data. 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. Damian Ryan is the newbie on the WRC Committee, who joined in October 2021. Our COVID-19 news articles relating to public health and safety are free for anyone to access. WRC reserves the right to cancel or postpone a tentative booking at any time should a race meeting be allocated on the date. Discover the best of Paris and its region: museums, monuments, shows, exhibitions and sport events, gastronomy and art of living, parks and gardens, shopping spots, and our selection of themed tours to discover Paris Region as you wish. View Full Calendar. The highlights of the May Carnival being the Grand Annual Steeplechase and The Warrnambool Cup. SITTING member Tamara Mahoney was re-elected on the Warrnambool Racing Club committee and will be joined by newcomers Frank McCarthy and Laurisa Walther after four nominations were received for three vacancies. Grand Annual Cafe & Foxboy Bar $400(Capacity) Seated | 120Standing | 200, Matilda One $1100Seated (round tables) | 250Seated (rectangle tables) | 300Standing | 400, Matilda Two & Lounge Bar $1100Seated (round tables) | 100Seated (rectangle tables) | 150Standing | 200, Full Matilda Room $1500Seated (round tables) | 350Seated (rectangle tables) | 450Standing | 600, MATILDA ROOM HIRE INCLUSIONS: Tables & chairs Tableware, glassware & linen Elevator access Parking Portable Dancefloor State of the art PA system & AV, GRAND ANNUAL CAF & FOXBOY BAR INCLUSIONS: Tables (caf & bar) Chairs and Stools State-of-art PA System. This year marks 150 years since the jumps race that is now the Grand Annual Steeplechase was created. We care about the protection of your data. 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 will be the shortest serving committee member (two years) to take over as chairman and he'll be the first to take up the role while living in Melbourne. "I had no idea that I was going to receive the life membership. The name Grand Annual was first used for this steeplechase in May 1895. His big racing dream is to have a share in a Grand Annual winner. Excludes SA. Together with husband Brandt, Laurisa has three children who are all keenly involved in Netball, Football and Pony Club. 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. Warrnambool's May Racing Carnival is an annual event held over three days Tuesday to Thursday and is anchored to the first Thursday in May.In recent years the event has been estimated at attracting around 35,000 patrons from local, national and international to the district. Emma Stewart & tonkin racing cheat stable. #TheBool #TheBool2020 #CommitTo2021 #SeriouslyHowBloodyGoodIsTheBool Fax (03) 5562 7579. If you are able, please subscribe here. To receive the 10% discount a minimum booking of 50pax is required. This website is a free online resource that strives to offer helpful content and comparison features to our visitors. Access unlimited content, the digital versions of our print editions - Today's Paper, as well as The Courier, The Standard and Bendigo Advertiser apps. The Warrnambool racecourse proper is an expansive course with a circumference of 2035 metres, sweeping turns and a home straight being 350 metres long. 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. A virus kept Galleywood out of the running for the 1985 annual, but come 1986, the hometown favourite finally claimed victory with jockey Trevor Murphy in the saddle. "It's always difficult when there is an election. 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. At a time when the Grand Annual stake was 175 pounds, the club went into debt to raise the 1400 pounds to buy the 20-acre parcel of land before auction. 2012 Polvin post and rail fencing completed in Brierly paddock, 2013 Dam built in the center of the course to collect run off water to irrigate the track. Dallas also has a daughter studying in QLD, so he enjoys heading north on a regular basis! 2000 A full track reconstruction is completed including new drainage, base reshape and the sewing of warm and cool season turf. However, one plane was said to have followed the Grand Annual field around the course, contributing to as many as five runners falling in the 1920 steeplechase. "They have both been very successful in their business careers and bring plenty of great attributes to the committee table. The program has provided an amazing opportunity to partner with a range of organisations which are having a strong impact in supporting our community. 1972 New totalisator and administration building completed. Negotiations with its hard-bargaining owner James Granter for continued use of the paddock dragged on until 1897 when the racing committee resolved to dispense with any further use of the land, floating the possibility of running the annual on the old inside steeplechase course around the outside of the course proper. Nearby Racetracks include Terang Racecourse, Camperdown Racecourse and Hamilton Racecourse. 1909 Building of the hill grandstand commences. Read our Privacy Policy. 1858 The first race meeting takes place on the new course in March and includes a three mile steeplechase, run for forty sovereigns. Peterson has earmarked a $100,000 race for grey horses over 1400 metres on Thursday, November 8 for Run Diego. 1977 Alterations and additions to the members stand and administration complex officially opened on November 8 by the Honourable Ian Smith in the presence of H.R.H. 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. From the track guys, to the office and management team and the hundreds of casuals required to run a large country racing and training base. Warrnambool Racecourse, Warrnambool Racing Club. Aside from being part of the Committee, work and three young children keeps Damian fairly busy, but he does like a hit of golf, a glass of wine and a day at the races when he can. 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