Any discounts and rewards cannot be used in conjunction with each other. 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. Access unlimited content, the digital versions of our print editions - Today's Paper, as well as The Courier, The Standard and Bendigo Advertiser apps. Victoria 3280 This initiative is not only a great means of giving back to the community financially, but is also a great platform to be able to bring together various groups within the community who could then support each other. 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. In the event of a cancellation made less than 12 months prior to the event date, the Venue Hire Fee is non-refundable, unless another client hires the venue on the cancelled date, in which WRC will provide a full refund. 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. Mar. Welcome to the official website of the Paris Region destination. Drive from Paris Gallieni to Marriott's Village d'Ile-de-France, Bailly-Romainvilliers 39.3 km. Robertson was successful on Kuakata in a maiden plate (1600 metres) and Crocodile Canyon in the Hamilton Cup (2200 metres). Existing Customers only. Tears were shed," Mark recounts. 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. The highlights of the May Carnival being the Grand Annual Steeplechase and The Warrnambool Cup. We have a unique offering in Warrnambool with a strong racing industry located on the beautiful coastline of Victoria; with the rich tradition of the May Race Carnival and jumps affiliation. Damian, his wife Bree and three children escaped Melbourne through lockdown and are now settled in the Port Fairy community. Nick is extremely proud of what the WRC has achieved over recent times resulting in top-class facilities for members and trainers. 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. Horse racing is the only mainstream professional sport still running in Victoria. This is how you can access our trusted content. . The name Grand Annual was first used for this steeplechase in May 1895. 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. "They have both been very successful in their business careers and bring plenty of great attributes to the committee table. Nick has been a member of the Warrnambool Racing Club for over 40 years having first joined at the age of 19. To avoid vehicles being locked within the venue, encourage guests to park outside gated area if leaving vehicle overnight. Mr McNamara said the display, sourced mainly from Warrnambool Racing Club archives and his own collection, included photos, race cards, race books and club minute books from as early as 1861. Fax (03) 5562 7579 Horse run clockwise and counter-clockwise at various points of the race, when re-entering the course proper horses turn left on the first lap and right on the second. Fax (03) 5562 7579. Slattery said the life membership was a pleasant surprise. Together with husband Brandt, Laurisa has three children who are all keenly involved in Netball, Football and Pony Club. July 27, 1978 saw the dawning of a new era of greyhound racing in Warrnambool when the lights of the new $290,000 track were turned on for the first time at the Showgrounds site. "I thank Michael for putting his hand up," Rule said. We do not feature all providers on the market. Nearby Racetracks include Terang Racecourse, Camperdown Racecourse and Hamilton Racecourse. Dallas has been on the WRC Committee since 2018. Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date. Advertisement Ad "I thank Michael for putting his hand up," Rule said. Warrnambool Racing Club chairman Nick Role acknowledged Roberts' deeds on the committee. 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. 1895 The Warrnambool Handicap Steeplechase becomes the Grand Annual Steeplechase. He's been in work for a fair while but he just keeps on racing well. | By Warrnambool Racing Club | Facebook Log In "Tess worked up at the Warrnambool Base Hospital. 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. 1847 The first race meeting is conducted by the seafront at Lady Bay and Lake Pertobe, known as Jetty Flats. Exceptionally has won in excess of $400,000 in stake money from her 33 starts. Read our Privacy Policy. 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. Alcohol will not be served to any entertainers unless given permission by the client. There's plenty of other trainers who have horses in the Lexus who need to win to get a run in the Melbourne Cup.". Mon. He emerged moments later from behind the screen to a tumultuous roar from the crowd. Not now. Halls Gap Golf Club. "After what seemed like an eternity Galleywood rose to his feet. You can register below and make sure you are up to date with everything that's happening in the south-west. We'll probably look at a restricted race at Flemington for his next run preferably in a 1600-metre race," Wilde added. "Des has been a passionate committee member. "The Matilda Room in the members' complex has been a big winner for the club. Visit our top horse racing betting sites>>. Her husband Bill is among the owners of Kuakata, so are many of her workmates from the hospital," he said. 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. For Dallas, the thing he enjoys most about being on the Committee is being part of a great team. Even at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 the annual continued, albeit without spectators. The friendships and relationships developed in this industry make the Committee role very rewarding. 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. 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. Read our Privacy Policy. It was a great ride by Kerrin. Access unlimited content, the digital versions of our print editions - Today's Paper, as well as The Courier, The Standard and Bendigo Advertiser apps. 1859 The Warrnambool Amateur Turf Club is formed, 1868 The grandstand, booths and other amenities are erected, 1872 The paddocks now known as Brierly and Granters are used and the current steeplechase course laid out. 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. If there is any damage to the venue, furniture or equipment, or any cleaning is required, WRC will contact the hirer and charge the costs of the damages to the credit card provided. Exceptionally is a backmarker and they had no hope in the Geelong Cup. Margaret Lucas (left) and Bill Slattery have been awarded life memberships by the Warrnambool Racing Club. Full payment of the total function cost must be paid within seven (7) days after the function either by direct debit, cash, credit card or eftpos. The May Carnival in the first week of May is most popular and as such attracts around 35,000 people. Jumps Racing is currently in a very good place in Victoria, but you never know what is around the corner. Little did they know they had set the scene for a long-running chapter in horse-racing history that endures today, 150 years later, in Warrnambool's time-honoured Grand Annual Steeplechase. #CommitToTheBool2021 Warrnamboolwarrnamboolracing.com.auJoined May 2012 259Following 3,978Followers Tweets Tweets & replies Media Likes Warrnambool Racing Club's Tweets Warrnambool Racecourse, Warrnambool Racing Club. Lord Wimble has won more than $170,000 in stake money. Our COVID-19 news articles relating to public health and safety are free for anyone to access. Sophie has been at the Warrnambool Racing Club for one year in her role of Communications & Administration Officer. "He had a real passion for jumps racing and that passion helped the club through tough times when jumps racing was under threat. Two years earlier, the legendary gelding, owned by locals, trained by a local and ridden by a local, strode to victory in the Brierly Steeplechase, only to stumble and fall at the last jump in the Grand Annual with victory in sight. Quickest way to get there Cheapest option Distance between. 18+ T&Cs and wagering requirements apply. 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. 1873 Warrnambools feature flat race, the Warrnambool Cup, is held for the first time in March. "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. 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. Hill's suspension ends at midnight on November 8. 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. Kate is also part of the WRC Charity Partner Initiative, JUMP, which is a wonderful way for the WRC, its members and participants to give back to the community that we operate within. 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. Meanwhile, Peterson believes Kuakata will turn into a promising stayer once he matures. 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. 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. If you are already a subscriber, thank you for your support. 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. 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. Related Pages. 2000 A full track reconstruction is completed including new drainage, base reshape and the sewing of warm and cool season turf. "The committee and the staff have worked very hard to ensure that the club is in a strong position on and off the track. The hat worn by carnival stalwart Jim Houlahan and the 1875 racecourse committee minute book with quotations for a new grandstand which opened in 1876, are also among the memorabilia. The feature of racing in the district is the Grand Annual Steeplechase. *Additional furniture may need to be hired in, depending on the size of your event. Log In. If final numbers are not confirmed, an invoice will be issued for the estimated number of guests originally advised upon booking whether or not full attendance is received. The novelty of air travel broadened the transport options for out-of-town racegoers in the 1920s. "The club encourages any member to put their hand up when a committee vacancy occurs. Not taking away from the fact that she already has a fur baby, Rama. 1996 The Victorian State Government officially recognises the Warrnambool May Racing Carnival as a Victorian Major Event. 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. We accept advertising compensation from companies that appear on the site, which impacts the location and order in which brands (and/or their products) are presented, and also impacts the score that is assigned to it. "We have a strong skills-based committee and they have been supportive with my decision.". Max Racing Bonus $100. the Prince of Wales, 1984 The Wangoom Handicap, traditionally held on the first day of the May Racing Carnival, is moved to the middle day. "I reckon he deserves the start at Flemington. Read our Privacy Policy. Please contact the club for additional features available. WRC will take necessary care, but does not accept responsibility for the damage or loss of goods left on the premises prior to, during, or after the event. 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. The Melbourne to Warrnambool Road Race Committee. Warrnambool Racing Club Hall of Fame Announcement. 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 . Ph. This year marks 150 years since the jumps race that is now the Grand Annual Steeplechase was created. 29 November, 2022. Your digital subscription includes access to content from all our websites in your region. The Charity Partner Initiative is a wonderful way for the Warrnambool Racing Club, its members and participants to give back to the community that we operate within. WRC plays a significant role in the community and is the key racing destination for South-West Victoria, as such he would love to see a wide range of applications all charity groups will benefit from the support and knowledge sharing found through this fantastic initiative. He farmed land at Wangoom that is still known as Tozer's. Damian was lucky enough to own the winner of the Novice Hurdle in 2008 (The Taurean). "We've got our fingers crossed that we might get a bit of rain in the lead up to the Lexus. The Jericho: A bucket list race day experience. The program has provided an amazing opportunity to partner with a range of organisations which are having a strong impact in supporting our community. Laurisa is again looking forward to being involved in the WRC Charity Partner Initiative again this year. Solutions offered for struggling NT communities. 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. The Warrnambool Racecourse and its club is steeped in over 160 years of history and remains the jewel in Country Racing Victoria's crown. All guest vehicles are required to be cleared by the end of the function. Warrnambool Racing Club @wboolracingclub Official account of the Warrnambool Racing Club. Their enthusiasm for the Club, the district and jumps racing is infectious. LONG-serving Warrnambool Racing Club committee members Margaret Lucas and Bill Slattery have been rewarded for their untiring services to the club by receiving life memberships. Picture by Morgan Hancock Steve Waterhouse will stand down as Warrnambool Racing Club chairman in a surprise move at a committee meeting on Thursday. Sitting member Tamara Mahoney has put her hand up to retain her spot while Frank McCarthy, Michael McCluskey and Laurisa Walther have thrown their hats into the ring to fill one of the three vacant committee positions. Nick owns and operates a paint retail and service business, Hammonds Paints, and brings these management skills to his role on the Committee. Your digital subscription includes access to content from all our websites in your region. The new chairman will be decided at Thursday's committee meeting with lawyer Mark McNamara favourite to take up the position. The tears were this time ones of joy. He'll be jumping up to 1400 metres but I reckon he will run it out.". per year (all zones) - administration fees included. Wilde Racing. 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. 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. Galleywood, provided one of the most memorable moments in Grand Annual history in 1986. Venue Hire Fee of $400-1500 (inc. GST) is to be paid in full at time of booking. Nick also serves on the Australian Jumping Racing Association (AJRA) Committee, currently in the role of Deputy Chair. There were 11 runners. Damian believes that the WRC has a huge role to play in growing enthusiasm and engagement in jumps racing. Acknowledgement: Special thanks to the late Alan Stoneman who compiled the early history of the club. Additional planting of pine trees and fencing of the enclosures. By using our sites or services, you agree to our use of cookies. Warrnambool Racing Club committee member and historian Mark McNamara couldn't agree more. This annual package is reserved for primary and secondary students and apprentices (excluding "contrat de professionnalisation") residing in le-de-France. 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. 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. He enjoys introducing new ideas and being proactive in seeking to improve our Club. Bromfield (Chairman), Mr H. Phillips, Mr F. Tozer, Mr S. Parker and Mr R. Lane with Mr J.R. Evans as Secretary. He joined because of hispassion for the racing and breeding industry, wanting it to prosper locally and ensuring the jumps racing heartbeat remains at the Bool. Emma Stewart & tonkin racing cheat stable. Pyrotechnics and unauthorised use of candles are not permitted. Read our Privacy Policy. Waterhouse joined the committee in 2008 and will stay on in that role. "The club and its members should be indebted for his efforts over so many years.". Have you signed up to The Standard's daily newsletter and breaking news emails? Cookies help us deliver our services. 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. I hope to know more about any rides in the new year," the dual Warrnambool Grand Annual Steeplechase-winning jockey said. 6 - 10. Updated February 28 2023 - 9:23pm, first published 8:59pm. Have you signed up to The Standard's daily newsletter and breaking news emails? Access unlimited content, the digital versions of our print editions - Today's Paper, as well as The Courier, The Standard and Bendigo Advertiser apps. During these years the Committee has developed and executed a sales and marketing plan to compliment the overarching WRC Strategic Plan. Part of the present racecourse of 100 acres was set aside as a racing and recreation reserve in August 1855. After leading most of the way he tired and crashed at the last fence, lying motionless on the track. Your digital subscription includes access to content from all our websites in your region. Trainer Symon Wilde, who trains in partnership with Bill (his dad), said the five-year-old may have his next start in a race at the up-coming Flemington carnival. However, we depend on subscription revenue to support our journalism. You can register below and make sure you are up to date with everything that's happening in the south-west. WARRNAMBOOL trainer Alan Peterson looks likely to be Flemington bound on Oaks Day after two of his runners were successful at Geelong and Hamilton during the past week. I'm just interested to see how he measures up to other three-year-olds in a 1800-metre race.". In the event of a cancellation made more than 12 months prior to the event date, WRC will provide a full refund of the Venue Hire Fee. Your digital subscription includes access to content from all our websites in your region. 1972 New totalisator and administration building completed. Community Organization. Her best form is on tracks which have a bit of give in them.". Seeking amazing event staff | WRC is currently recruiting hard working, friendly and reliable staff for its May Racing Carnival, 1-3 May. 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! "We're not the only ones that are trying to win the Lexus. 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. Sadly, she passed away last year. The steeplechase course is unique and regarded as the best in Australia. If you are able, please subscribe here. Our journalists work hard to provide local, up-to-date news to the community. This year marks 150 years since the jumps race that is now the Grand Annual Steeplechase was created. Frank was elected by the Clubs' members to the Committee three years ago. And, through his company, he sponsors some significant jumps races in Warrnambool, the Hammonds Novice Hurdle in May and the Thackeray Steeple in July. Racing commenced in early September . McNamara has only been on the committee for two years after being seconded into the role following Tamara Mahoney's decision to stand down. WARRNAMBOOL Racing Club members will go to the polls to elect three new committee members. Read our Privacy Policy. Gamble Responsibly. Sophie has a keen interest in playing tennis and enjoys getting involved with the local tennis community. "I've always had a high opinion of Kuakata. 1855 The Government set aside 100 acres at Grafton Road as a racing and recreation reserve. Run over 5500 metres, it is the only multi-directional race in Australia and its 33 jumps are the most of any steeplechase in the world. Four people have nominated for three vacancies. "He's won four of his 15 starts but finished in the first four in 13 of those races," Peterson said. By Duncan Murray. Have you signed up to The Standard's daily newsletter and breaking news emails? Warrnambool Racecourse is about 260 km's from Melbourne CBD. "I'll be standing down as chairman at Thursday's committee meeting," Waterhouse told The Standard. Our ground floor is the home of the Grand Annual Cafe & Foxboy Bar, perfect for an intimate birthday celebration. 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. He is committed to continued improvement and innovation to advance the Club and the sport. 2nd Racing Bet. Warrnambool Racecourse is operated by the Warrnambool Racing Club, home of the internationally acclaimed 'Flying Horse Bar & Brewery Grand Annual Steeplechase'. Access unlimited content, the digital versions of our print editions - Today's Paper, as well as The Courier, The Standard and Bendigo Advertiser apps. 2010 Callaghan Motors Trainers Bonus won by Robert Smerdon. Fortunately, he accepted, securing the course for future generations. We care about the protection of your data. He toughed the race out really well today," Peterson said. Warrnambool Racing Club will have a new chairman on Thursday night. 18+, * 2019 Promotional T&Cs apply and available on website. 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. "The winner of the Lexus goes straight into the Cup. This has created problems on many occasions when horses have tried to veer left rather than right second time around. A great article on one of our Committee Members Kate McLaren-Ryan. 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. 1888 The Wangoom Handicap is run over 1200m for the first time (previously 1600m). Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date. "People who are first timers here are amazed by the race. To receive the 10% discount a minimum booking of 50pax is required. Long-serving committeeman Des Roberts, who was chairman from 2011 to 2016, will stand down from his role at the club's annual general meeting on October 17. 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. 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. JENNY McLAREN reports. Sophie will soon become a mum with her first baby due in early January next year. 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. 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