Steve Waterhouse will stand down as Warrnambool Racing Club chairman in a surprise move at a committee meeting on Thursday. "Des has been a passionate committee member," Rule said. With that fall-back plan in mind, the committee made Granter a final offer of 800 pounds for his 15-acre paddock. Both past chairmen of the club, they were surprised to have received the honour. Warrnambool Racing Club Hall of Fame Announcement. "After what seemed like an eternity Galleywood rose to his feet. Company listings on this page DO NOT imply endorsement. 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. 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. The 2021-22 annual report was tabled showing an operating profit of $464,000 and a record membership of 2294 people. This article is for paid subscribers only Long-serving committeeman Des Roberts, who was the club's chairman from 2011 to 2016, stood down at Thursday's annual general meeting. The Warrnambool Racecourse and its club is steeped in over 160 years of history and remains the jewel in Country Racing Victoria's crown. 18+, * 2019 Promotional T&Cs apply and available on website. Sophie knows the area well, having been born and raised in Warrnambool and now having returned here following 10 years in Melbourne. A few things have changed since the Winter Steeplechase meeting of June 13, 1872 when Thomas Skene's brown gelding, Prior, stormed home by 20 lengths to take out the inaugural Warrnambool Handicap Steeplechase on the freshly-laid course. Sophie has been at the Warrnambool Racing Club for one year in her role of Communications & Administration Officer. "Run Diego has developed into a handy horse. He's a keen golfer and lives in Koroit, so the Footy Netball club and Koroit Irish Festival are close to his heart. 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. Your digital subscription includes access to content from all our websites in your region. Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date. 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. Dallas also has a daughter studying in QLD, so he enjoys heading north on a regular basis! Although cash-strapped, it could not afford to lose part of the course that was integral to its showpiece race. 1874 The Warrnambool Racing Club is properly constituted in April. Except as expressly set forth in our Terms of Use, all representations and warranties regarding the information presented on this page are disclaimed. www.gamblinghelponline.org.au. 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. Lord Wimble gave top jockey Kerrin McEvoy a gold ride in the $100,000 race over 1600 metres. "He's won four of his 15 starts but finished in the first four in 13 of those races," Peterson said. 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. 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 feature of racing in the district is the Grand Annual Steeplechase. That meeting was held on Jetty Flat, the only place without trees and scrub and level enough to require little preparation. Racing commenced in early September . 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. Your digital subscription includes access to content from all our websites in your region. Four people have nominated for three vacancies. Her best form is on tracks which have a bit of give in them.". 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. 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. "It's a great honour to have served the racing club for 18 years. Sophie is looking forward to contributing to the growth of the initiative and encourages all local charities and organisations to apply. Bet $100 On Your 2nd Ever Racing Bet And Get $100 Racing Bonus Bets, Excl WA. 1858 The first race meeting takes place on the new course in March and includes a three mile steeplechase, run for forty sovereigns. 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. Waterhouse, who is one year into what is normally a two-year term in the role, said personal and professional commitments were behind his decision to stand down from the post. Growing up near the Warrnambool Racecourse, Mark developed his lifelong interest in thoroughbred racing, with particular passion for jumps racing and racing history. 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. We care about the protection of your data. 350. 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. The highlights of the May Carnival being the Grand Annual Steeplechase and The Warrnambool Cup. PO Box 48, Comments Advertisement Ad Local News Former Sam's Warehouse site to home state-of-the-art basketball facility The May Carnival in the first week of May is most popular and as such attracts around 35,000 people. T's & C's apply. 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. 1895 The Warrnambool Handicap Steeplechase becomes the Grand Annual Steeplechase. 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. Kate has been a proud member of the Warrnambool Racing Club (WRC) Committee since 2018 and in 2021 was elected as the Deputy Chairperson. Cookies help us deliver our services. Peterson revealed Kuakata's maiden win was dictated to the late Tess Pegg, who died last year. I've been lucky to have worked with passionate staff and committee members during my time on the committee.". Access unlimited content, the digital versions of our print editions - Today's Paper, as well as The Courier, The Standard and Bendigo Advertiser apps. 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. The Warrnambool Racing Club has managed racing at Warrnambool since it was formed on 5 April 1873. Since 1936 all of the fences have been brush. WARRNAMBOOL RACING CLUB. Nick also serves on the Australian Jumping Racing Association (AJRA) Committee, currently in the role of Deputy Chair. "It's always difficult when there is an election. 6 - 10. 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. Access unlimited content, the digital versions of our print editions - Today's Paper, as well as The Courier, The Standard and Bendigo Advertiser apps. Frank was elected by the Clubs' members to the Committee three years ago. 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. As a member of our Committee, Mark strives to promote the rights and interests of members. All venue hirers must be over 18 years of age. All functions held on a Victorian Public Holiday will incur a 15% surcharge on total invoice. Please contact the club for additional features available. . 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. 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 paddocks now know as Brierly and Granters were first used on that date. Exhausted, he failed to move and officials placed a screen around him. Solutions offered for struggling NT communities. Robertson was successful on Kuakata in a maiden plate (1600 metres) and Crocodile Canyon in the Hamilton Cup (2200 metres). 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. 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 . After leading most of the way he tired and crashed at the last fence, lying motionless on the track. Excludes SA. He is committed to continued improvement and innovation to advance the Club and the sport. Any discounts and rewards cannot be used in conjunction with each other. Away from the racetrack and his business, Nick maintains an interest in farming, running beef cattle on his Grassmere property. "His passion for jumps racing helped the club through tough times when jumps racing was under threat. Visit our top horse racing betting sites>>. Mark is in the process of cataloguing our extensive historical records. "The dreaded screen went up. Access unlimited content, the digital versions of our print editions - Today's Paper, as well as The Courier, The Standard and Bendigo Advertiser apps. 13. More than $2 million was invested in infrastructure works at the racecourse in the past year. 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. "I must acknowledge the work of Des in his time on the committee," Rule said. We care about the protection of your data. Warrnambool Racecourse is located at Grafton Rd, Warrnambool Victoria. >. Since being on the Committee, Damian has really enjoyed getting to know the members, committee and staff at WRC. George Bostock, Francis Tozer and Samuel McGregor are the first trustees. Read our Privacy Policy. Warrnambool's May Racing Carnival kicks off on Tuesday. "It's certainly good that it's been preserved and we are delighted to have it here," he said. 2000 A full track reconstruction is completed including new drainage, base reshape and the sewing of warm and cool season turf. "I thought it was an impressive win. For Mark McNamara, though, it's hard to go past the extraordinary story of Galleywood. Mr McNamara is the author of The 'Bool. 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 pace in the Geelong Cup was farcical . 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. The club that hosts the event says it's worth $14 million to the local economy. Mar. The dawning of a new era. Venue management reserves the right to control the quality and volume of all entertainment. "I thank Michael for putting his hand up," Rule said. Smoking and Responsible Service of Alcohol: MATILDA ROOM BOOKING FORM (PDF 275kb) DOWNLOAD, General EnquiriesPhone: (03) 5562 2211Email: warrnambool@warrnamboolracing.com.au, Racecourse LocationGrafton Road, Warrnambool VIC 3280, Australia, Postal AddressPO Box 48, Warrnambool 3280. dditional furniture may need to be hired in, depending on the size of your event. The Warrnambool racecourse proper is an expansive course with a circumference of 2035 metres, sweeping turns and a home straight being 350 metres long. Peach said Exceptionally's trainer Terry O'Sullivan had reported the six-year-old mare had an easy few days after her Geelong run. Rising south-west football stars earn academy spots, Golden Flag saddles up for final Jericho Cup test run, 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. 1872 The firs Grand Annual is held, know as the Warrnambool Handicap Steeplechase. 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. The Warrnambool Racecourse is situated on the eastern outskirts of Warrnambool, set in a picturesque valley providing excellent natural viewing platforms. Damian, his wife Bree and three children escaped Melbourne through lockdown and are now settled in the Port Fairy community. The office will be closed from Thursday 24th. Racing SA has blasted the Warrnambool Racing Club for trying to influence the upcoming Oakbank Racing Club election. Sportsday. Wilde Racing. Laurisa is again looking forward to being involved in the WRC Charity Partner Initiative again this year. "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.". Radio station. As a practising lawyer for 35 years, Mark brings an inquiring mind and a belief in high standards of governance to the Committee. 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. Alcohol will not be served to any entertainers unless given permission by the client. Additional planting of pine trees and fencing of the enclosures. The colt was also hailed as a champion show horse and later stood at stud at Kangaroo Flat near Koroit. We care about the protection of your data. Warrnambool Racecourse is operated by the Warrnambool Racing Club, home of the internationally acclaimed 'Flying Horse Bar & Brewery Grand Annual Steeplechase'. Under no circumstances will 18th birthday parties be allowed and individuals booking venues under false pretences will forfeit their booking fee and the booking will be cancelled. Exceptionally has won in excess of $400,000 in stake money from her 33 starts. 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. #CommitToTheBool2021 Warrnamboolwarrnamboolracing.com.auJoined May 2012 259Following 3,978Followers Tweets Tweets & replies Media Likes Warrnambool Racing Club's Tweets Warrnambool Racing Club @wboolracingclub Official account of the Warrnambool Racing Club. 1996 The Victorian State Government officially recognises the Warrnambool May Racing Carnival as a Victorian Major Event. Picture by Morgan Hancock Steve Waterhouse will stand down as Warrnambool Racing Club chairman in a surprise move at a committee meeting on Thursday. This becomes the Members Stand. Racing Bonus Bets only. The program has provided an amazing opportunity to partner with a range of organisations which are having a strong impact in supporting our community. 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. COMMIT TO THE BOOL A message of support from our friend & chairman Nick Rule! Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date. Our journalists work hard to provide local, up-to-date news to the community. Peterson has earmarked a $100,000 race for grey horses over 1400 metres on Thursday, November 8 for Run Diego. This is how you can access our trusted content. "It's always difficult when there is an election. Securing Granter's, the land between the top of Cox's Hill and Tozer Road, however, was not so straightforward. Guests & suppliers are to enter via Grafton Road. "I'll be standing down as chairman at Thursday's committee meeting," Waterhouse told The Standard. We do not feature all providers on the market. 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. 13,164 were here. Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date. Together with husband Brandt, Laurisa has three children who are all keenly involved in Netball, Football and Pony Club. The Warrnambool Racing Club conducts 20 race meetings per season highlighted by feature racing in spring, summer and autumn. 1920 Airplanes transport patrons to the racecourse for the first time. 1888 The Wangoom Handicap is run over 1200m for the first time (previously 1600m). The Melbourne to Warrnambool Road Race Committee. 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. From 25/08/2023 to 27/08/2023. 1909 Building of the hill grandstand commences. "The club encourages any member to put their hand up when a committee vacancy occurs. By using our sites or services, you agree to our use of cookies. 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. 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. 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. 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. Warrnambool Racing Club chairman Nick Role acknowledged Roberts' deeds on the committee. Each year, the town of Warrnambool . Experienced in-house catering Access to Outdoor Deck and Bar area Floor to ceiling windows with racetrack views Committee Room available for bridal party Ability to seat up to 450 guests State of the art PA system and AV Matilda Room Key Information Hire Fee & Venue Details Venue Hire Terms & Conditions 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. 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 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. 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. 1800 858 858. No alcohol is to be brought onto the premises. | By Warrnambool Racing Club | Facebook Log In Granter relented and agreed to one-year deals in 1898-99, but when the club was invited to make an offer on the paddocks known as Cox's and Best's behind Granter's land, it had found its trump card. Together with husband Brandt, Laurisa has three children who are all keenly involved in Netball, Football and Pony Club. 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. During these years the Committee has developed and executed a sales and marketing plan to compliment the overarching WRC Strategic Plan. Jockey Jack Hill was suspended for a careless ride on Delightful Tess at Hamilton on Sunday. The Tozer Welter was named after him. Committee chairwoman Sue Higginson says some witnesses have avoided . Unless approved by WRC prior to function, no signs, displays, labels or decorations are to be nailed, screwed, taped, stapled or adhered to any surface or part of the venue. The first organised races were held in 1848, only eight months after Warrnambool was proclaimed. *Additional furniture may need to be hired in, depending on the size of your event. The Jericho: A bucket list race day experience. Read our Privacy Policy. 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. 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. Horse racing is the only mainstream professional sport still running in Victoria. Halls Gap Golf Club. Read More Laurisa Walther Kate has been a proud member of the Warrnambool Racing Club Committee since 2018 and, in 2021, was elected as the Deputy Chairperson. 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. 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. 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. "They have both been very successful in their business careers and bring plenty of great attributes to the committee table. 2010 Callaghan Motors Trainers Bonus won by Robert Smerdon. Emma Stewart & tonkin racing cheat stable. 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. Damian was lucky enough to own the winner of the Novice Hurdle in 2008 (The Taurean). "The committee and the staff have worked very hard to ensure that the club is in a strong position on and off the track. Not now. 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. 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