Sophie will soon become a mum with her first baby due in early January next year. 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. "After what seemed like an eternity Galleywood rose to his feet. 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. I hope to know more about any rides in the new year," the dual Warrnambool Grand Annual Steeplechase-winning jockey said. (03) 5562 2211 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. Nick owns and operates a paint retail and service business, Hammonds Paints, and brings these management skills to his role on the Committee. 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. 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. Waterhouse joined the committee in 2008 and will stay on in that role. The former jockey said Run Diego had proven to be a great meal ticket for his connections. He toughed the race out really well today," Peterson said. Ph. Horse racing, in Warrnambool is an important tradition almost as old as the settlement itself. 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. The first steeplechase over the now famous cross-country course was run on 13th June 1872 then known as the Grand Annual Steeplechase. 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. CHAMPION jumps jockey Steven Pateman is hoping to pick up a ride or two at the 2013 Cheltenham Festival in March while he takes a group on the jumping trip of a lifetime. The Tozer Welter was named after him. Kate has been a proud member of the Warrnambool Racing Club (WRC) Committee since 2018 and in 2021 was elected as the Deputy Chairperson. "I believe it's the right decision for the club and me personally. Our COVID-19 news articles relating to public health and safety are free for anyone to access. Every business and sporting organisation has its challenges but for John, he's keen to improve the on course facilities and amenities to ensure that racegoers can have the best possible race day experience. We care about the protection of your data. "We're probably aiming too high with Kuakata in the race at Flemington but I just want to give him one more run and then send him to the spelling paddock. Rock en Seine. 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. Each year, the town of Warrnambool . 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 first steeplechase over the now famous cross-country course was run on 13th June 1872 then known as the Grand Annual Steeplechase. 1855 The Government set aside 100 acres at Grafton Road as a racing and recreation reserve. 1800 858 858. Advertisement Ad "I thank Michael for putting his hand up," Rule said. Your digital subscription includes access to content from all our websites in your region. The highlights of the May Carnival being the Grand Annual Steeplechase and The Warrnambool Cup. 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. Email: [email protected]. A great article on one of our Committee Members Kate McLaren-Ryan. 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. Meanwhile, about 40 members attended the annual general meeting of the racing club last Friday. Exceptionally has won in excess of $400,000 in stake money from her 33 starts. The dawning of a new era. Committee chairwoman Sue Higginson says some witnesses have avoided . 1858 The first race meeting takes place on the new course in March and includes a three mile steeplechase, run for forty sovereigns. "I must acknowledge the work of Des in his time on the committee," Rule said. 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. "Tess worked up at the Warrnambool Base Hospital. 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 . Have you signed up to The Standard's daily newsletter and breaking news emails? It's an iconic course and that's been really important in terms of the success of the meeting," says Mark who first became hooked as a child when his parents would park the family car on Moore Street, along with hundreds of others, to watch the race. 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. As a practising lawyer for 35 years, Mark brings an inquiring mind and a belief in high standards of governance to the Committee. The tears were this time ones of joy. 1972 Racing in Victoria converts to metric, and the Grand Annual course is changed Horses, after jumping the Tozer Road double, now wheel to the right and link to the course proper to end the race in the flat racing direction. To receive the 10% discount a minimum booking of 50pax is required. McNamara will create history on two fronts if he takes over the main job. 2011 A new bookmakers ring is built behind the Members Grandstand. 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. You can register below and make sure you are up to date with everything that's happening in the south-west. PO Box 48, 1873 Warrnambools feature flat race, the Warrnambool Cup, is held for the first time in March. We've gone from nine race meetings 18 years ago to 20 meetings now. The Warrnambool Racing Club has managed racing at Warrnambool since it was formed on 5 April 1873. If you are already a subscriber, thank you for your support. or. Additional planting of pine trees and fencing of the enclosures. .ni-b6fv22{color:inherit;font-weight:700;text-decoration-line:underline;}.ni-b6fv22:hover{text-decoration-line:none;}Learn more. 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. The program has provided an amazing opportunity to partner with a range of organisations which are having a strong impact in supporting our community. No smoking is allowed inside any WRC venue, and is only permitted outside in designated smoking areas. Recent developments; including the Matilda Room upgrade and the Jericho Cup has open our doors to new members and visitors to our region. The colt was also hailed as a champion show horse and later stood at stud at Kangaroo Flat near Koroit. "Terry said she is ticking along really well. View Full Calendar. Except as expressly set forth in our Terms of Use, all representations and warranties regarding the information presented on this page are disclaimed. Marks biggest thrill in racing was seeing Vanguard win this years Brierly Steeplechase. Your digital subscription includes access to content from all our websites in your region. Since being on the Committee, Damian has really enjoyed getting to know the members, committee and staff at WRC. We care about the protection of your data. Add to that a few road crossings, a ploughed paddock, uphill and downhill runs and a few twists and turns and they must have been pretty happy with their handiwork. Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date. Kuakata may line up in a $150,000 three-year-old race over 1800 metres. Drive 27 min. The name Grand Annual was first used for this steeplechase in May 1895. This is how you can access our trusted content. Your digital subscription includes access to content from all our websites in your region. 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. 1847 The first race meeting is conducted by the seafront at Lady Bay and Lake Pertobe, known as Jetty Flats. Nick is extremely proud of what the WRC has achieved over recent times resulting in top-class facilities for members and trainers. 13. "I reckon he deserves the start at Flemington. His win in the Grand Annual in 1986 by six lengths evoked emotional scenes as he reclaimed the double victory that evaded him two years earlier. Robertson was successful on Kuakata in a maiden plate (1600 metres) and Crocodile Canyon in the Hamilton Cup (2200 metres). Sophie is looking forward to contributing to the growth of the initiative and encourages all local charities and organisations to apply. 1800 858 858. T+C Existing Customers Only. 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. 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. WRC follows guidelines for responsible service of alcohol and staff members are instructed to adhere to WRC house policy and the legislation and regulations under the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998. 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. The new chairman will be decided at Thursday's committee meeting with lawyer Mark McNamara favourite to take up the position. As far back as 1888, an estimated 10,000 punters were on hand to witness Adeline salute, while in 1891, some 12,000 racegoers turned out, double the town's entire population of 6000 at the time. Jockey Jack Hill was suspended for a careless ride on Delightful Tess at Hamilton on Sunday. Seeking amazing event staff | WRC is currently recruiting hard working, friendly and reliable staff for its May Racing Carnival, 1-3 May. Damian was blown away by the Jump initiative in 2022 and is thrilled to have the opportunity to play a role in 2023. The Warrnambool Racing Club strives to develop a vibrant and growing platform to display the thoroughbred racing industry to a worldwide audience. "It's certainly good that it's been preserved and we are delighted to have it here," he said. 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. The staff and committee of the Warrnambool Racing Club would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas! 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. Nick is very much a part of the jumps-racing fraternity with part ownership of a few solid jumping horses. 18+ T&Cs and wagering requirements apply. Sophie knows the area well, having been born and raised in Warrnambool and now having returned here following 10 years in Melbourne. Racing Bonus Bets only. Guests & suppliers are to enter via Grafton Road. Advertisement Ad Advertisement Ad "The winner of the Lexus goes straight into the Cup. 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. 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. 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. Exhausted, he failed to move and officials placed a screen around him. You can register below and make sure you are up to date with everything that's happening in the south-west. He's been in work for a fair while but he just keeps on racing well. Dallas also has a daughter studying in QLD, so he enjoys heading north on a regular basis! No alcohol is to be brought onto the premises. 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. 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. Comments Advertisement Ad Local News Former Sam's Warehouse site to home state-of-the-art basketball facility 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. Her husband Bill is among the owners of Kuakata, so are many of her workmates from the hospital," he said. Meanwhile, Peterson believes Kuakata will turn into a promising stayer once he matures. The feature of racing in the district is the Grand Annual Steeplechase. There's plenty of other trainers who have horses in the Lexus who need to win to get a run in the Melbourne Cup.". Read our Privacy Policy. We care about the protection of your data. 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. 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. PO Box 48, Warrnambool, Victoria 3280. Emma Stewart & tonkin racing cheat stable. 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. The program has provided an amazing opportunity to partner with a range of organisations which are having a strong impact in supporting our community. 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. 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. Hill's suspension ends at midnight on November 8. Home of the TAB Warrnambool May Racing Carnival and the revived Haymes Paint Jericho Cup. Vibrant and growing platform to display the thoroughbred racing industry to a worldwide audience the initiative and all. 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