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Thoroughbred Park

Name: Thoroughbred Park
Address: Randwick Road, Canberra, ACT, 2602, AU
Telephone: +61262040000
Rating: 3.2

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Thoroughbred Park, home of the John McGrath Auto Group Black Opal Stakes, Canberra's first million dollar race day Home of the Canberra Racing Club.

The action takes place both on and off the track with racing 25 times per year. The two-day Canberra Carnival encapsulates the John McGrath Auto Group Black Opal Stakes and TAB Canberra Cup in March. Thoroughbred Park Function & Convention Centre is quickly developing an enviable reputation for function and conference facilities. We offer the best of both worlds with the freedom and tranquillity o

f the countryside and a beautiful view of the Brindabella and Majura mountain ranges. FUNCTIONS AND CONFERENCE FACILITY

Situated only five minutes from the heart of Canberra with complimentary parking in a secluded and secure environment, Thoroughbred Park is the perfect location for your next event. We offer a wonderful alternative with a relaxed and peaceful setting and spacious light filled rooms fitted with floor to ceiling glass windows overlooking the race course. At Thoroughbred Park we know how to make you feel welcome. Our catering and event team are readily available to assist with all your enquiries and understand the needs of your ever-changing requirements. You can be confident that our staff will ensure your event is a great success. Thoroughbred Park offers an extensive variety of menus; however our chefs are flexible and happy to tailor a menu within your budget suited to your needs. We have conference and function facilities for everyone, from a small conference of 12 to large events of up to 2000. With a variety of large outdoor areas, you can get married under the beautiful flowering plum trees or start your event with drinks and canapés in the mounting yard. The outdoor options are endless!

24/07/2024

We had two joint winners of the revamped Members Tipping Competition last meeting🐎

It could be you this Friday. Free & exclusive to CRC Members. Sign up before 5pm tomorrow afternoon to be eligible to enter.

Enter before 12:24pm Friday here: https://bit.ly/3AwPJ5P

23/07/2024

We are racing this Friday 🐎

Entry is FREE. Gates open from 11:30am and racing from 12:24pm.

See you at Thoroughbred Park 🙌

Bradley Photos

23/07/2024

Today Thoroughbred Park hosted Trainers from the region for Racing NSW Equine Welfare Seminar delivered by world-leading veterinarian Dr Susan Stover.

Dr Susan Stover, who joins us all the way from the United States, will present this Equine Welfare seminar to all NSW/ACT Trainers with topics including bone adaptation in response to exercise, and how training protocols, rest periods and veterinary intervention can prevent catastrophic injury in Thoroughbred racehorses.

Canberra Racing, alongside Racing NSW, encourages best practice Equine Welfare care through education and knowledge.

22/07/2024

The Canberra Racing Club and Queanbeyan Racecourse are thrilled to collaboratively offer sponsorships to four riders and horses in the 2024 Equimillion Equestrian event to be held from 4th to 7th October 2024 at Sydney International Equestrian Centre.

Equimillion, an event exclusively for retired Thoroughbred racehorses, will see $30,000 prizemoney on offer per class across the disciplines of Eventing, Show jumping, Dressage and Show horse.

To be eligible to submit a nomination for Equimillion, a horse must meet the following criteria:
• Horse must have been registered with Racing Australia with a microchip and been bred with the intent to race (evidence of race records, trials and/or barrier education and jump outs).
• Brands present on the horse for visual identification and linked with microchip.
• Horse must have officially retired from racing.

Full details with respect to competitor eligibility can be found at the Equimillion official website (https://equimillion.com.au/).

The Canberra Racing Club and Queanbeyan Racing Club will be offering 4 sponsorship packages to eligible horses/competitors that fall into at least one of the following categories:

• A horse that was previously trained at Thoroughbred Park or Queanbeyan racecourse
• A horse that was bred in the ACT or Queanbeyan region
• A horse that has raced at Thoroughbred Park or Queanbeyan Racecourse
• A horse that has retired and is domiciled in the ACT or Queanbeyan area or is under the care of an ACT or Queanbeyan resident
• A horse that is in the care of an ACT or Queanbeyan racing participant

2 sponsorship packages will be offered to the value of $1100 to cover the cost of nomination and competition fees for paying entrants.

2 sponsorship packages will be offered to the value of $500 for horses eligible to enter an Equimillion New Star Thoroughbred Class (https://equimillion.com.au/new-star-thoroughbred-classes/)

Interested parties are asked to visit the Equimillion website and ensure that they are eligible prior to applying.

To apply for sponsorship, please email [email protected] and provide the following:

- Name of competitor and horse (registered thoroughbred name or breeding if unnamed)
- Evidence of eligibility for the horse/competitor to take part in Equimillion
- At least two photographs of the horse seeking sponsorship
- A paragraph detailing the horse’s connection to Thoroughbred Park, Queanbeyan racecourse or the ACT or Queanbeyan region

Applications for sponsorship close on Friday 2nd August 2024. The winners of the sponsorship packages will be notified on Friday 9th August via Thoroughbred Park’s and Queanbeyan Racing Club’s social media pages.

21/07/2024

Last chance to book for Friday's Rich Reward Room Race Day Luncheon 🤤🥰🐎

✔️ 2-course sit down lunch per person
✔️ 4-hour beverage package per person
✔️ Designated seating and the best track views on-course
✔️ Entry into the Racecourse and Rich Reward Room
✔️ Private balcony
✔️ Private bar
✔️ Access to TAB facilities
✔️ Private amenities

More information and to book: https://bit.ly/3Rzk0u6

Bookings close tomorrow at 5pm ⏰

19/07/2024

The Canberra Racing Club wishes a big a congratulations to Scott Jamieson who trained his first winner in Wonder Brahma today at Queanbeyan 🤩👏👏

The first of many for Canberra’s newest Trainer.

18/07/2024

More than a racecourse, Thoroughbred Park hosts an ever-increasing number of community events ranging from small corporate events to significant conferences and festivals.

September is shaping as one of the busiest months in the venue’s history with dozens of important and exciting community events to take place across the flexible indoor and outdoor spaces.

Read more 👇

More than a racecourse, Thoroughbred Park hosts an ever-increasing number of community events ranging from small corporate events to significant conferences and festivals.

17/07/2024

TAB Melbourne Cup & Big Dance Race Day packages are live 🥳

Network, entertain clients,reward your hardworking staff or simply enjoy Australian racing's biggest day with family & friends on the first Tuesday in November (Tuesday, 5 November 2024).

Thoroughbred Park will host a massive day of Fashions on the Field, corporate hospitality, music, fun and local racing, complementing the wonderful racing at Flemington, Randwick and across the country.

Find packages here: https://bit.ly/3LMvOWF

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Celebrate the biggest day on the Australian racing calendar at the races! Get your workmates, friends and family together for TAB Melbourne Cup & Big Dance Day. Enjoy live racing, Fashions on the Field, live music and more. Canberra Racing Club Members enter free. Official After-Party is at The RUC,...

15/07/2024

Host your Christmas Party at the races 🎅🐎

From all-inclusive luncheons, to exclusive private marquees and the relaxed Trackside Precinct, we’ve got an option to suit your team.

Celebrate the year that was and enjoy your Christmas Party with us on either Friday, 6 December or Friday, 13 December.

Friday, 6 December: https://bit.ly/3S7MCuD
Friday, 13 December: https://bit.ly/4d1APpC

Keep an eye out for TAB Melbourne Cup & Big Dance Race Day packages dropping soon 👀

15/07/2024

Doubles to Joe Pride, Jeff Penza & Nick Heywood and a tough TAb Federal win highlighted last Wednesday's race meeting at Thoroughbred Park.

Read Racing and Sports's full review here 👇

Bradley Photos

Joe Pride trained a double. Jeff Penza and Nick Heywood both rode doubles.

14/07/2024

The all-inclusive Rich Reward Room is the spot to be on Friday, 26 July ☀️🏇

This great value package includes:

✔️ 2-course sit down lunch per person
✔️ 4-hour beverage package per person
✔️ Designated seating and the best track views on-course
✔️ Entry into the Racecourse and Rich Reward Room
✔️ Private balcony
✔️ Private bar
✔️ Access to TAB facilities
✔️ Private amenities

More information and to book: https://bit.ly/3Rzk0u6

13/07/2024

Show your support for our great friends Pegasus Riding for the Disabled of the ACT 🥰

12/07/2024

The best flavours from near & far 🤤🥰

2024 HOPS & HOOVES FESTIVAL TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE NOW 🍻🥂🍸🐎

- Live local Spring racing 🐎
- Brilliant breweries 🍻
- Wonderful wineries 🥂
- Delicious distilleries 🍸
- Yummy non-alcoholic options 🍹
- Live music 🎸
- AFL Grand Final on LOUD 🏈
- Premium food vans 🍔
- More to be announced 👀

Get your ticket today: https://bit.ly/3Y0uXIV

10/07/2024

That's a seriously tough win 🥵

Todd Smart Racing's Love Shuck (middle) looked beaten in the straight before kicking back to win today's TAB Federal in impressive style under Nick Heywood 👏👏

10/07/2024

Get your tips in before 1:11pm 🤗

The first Members Tipping Competition of the 2024/2025 Membership season is open now for this Wednesday👀

The revamped competition now includes a guaranteed prize at each meeting and now closes at the start of Race 1.

Please note that new and renewing Members must have signed up prior to 5pm Tuesday to be able to enter this Wednesday's competition.

Renew: https://bit.ly/3xNeCN7
New Members: https://bit.ly/45QxoQo
Enter Tipping: https://bit.ly/3AwPJ5P

09/07/2024

2024 HOPS & HOOVES FESTIVAL TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE NOW 🍻🥂🍸🐎

- Live local Spring racing 🐎
- Brilliant breweries 🍻
- Wonderful wineries 🥂
- Delicious distilleries 🍸
- Yummy non-alcoholic options 🍹
- Live music 🎸
- AFL Grand Final on LOUD 🏈
- Premium food vans 🍔
- More to be announced 👀

Get your ticket today: https://tickets.thoroughbredpark.com.au/outlet/event/bcee1d00-d81a-4ded-b75e-60d3741ab0c0

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09/07/2024

We are racing tomorrow from 1:11pm 🐎

Gates open at 12pm and entry is FREE 🤗

The forecast (inside the Winning Post Bar) is 21 degrees 😁

09/07/2024

Racing and Sports Profit Pointers ahead of tomorrow's race meeting arrived and they're going in confident with three maximum confidence races 👀

Find all of their thoughts 👇

Racing and Sports Profit Pointers hosts all the important data ahead of July Race Day.

08/07/2024

Light Press has been a revelation since joining Garry Kirkup’s stable in early-2023, registering four wins and five places in her 12 starts for the Canberra Trainer.

She looks a key player in Wednesday's TAB Federal.

Read more 👇

Bradley Photos 📸

Four-year-old mare Light Press has been a revelation since joining Garry Kirkup’s stable in early-2023, registering four wins and five places in her 12 starts for the Canberra Trainer.

The first Members Tipping Competition of the 2024/2025 Membership season is open now for this Wednesday👀The revamped com...

08/07/2024

On Wednesday we will celebrate Robert Hills & his 30 years of wonderful service to the Canberra Racing Club 🤝👏🤩

CRC Racecourse Manager Adam Ayre said, "Rob has been a great contributor to many major changes at the Club during the past 30 years. Some of these changes included major redevelopments of Club infrastructure including building new racing and training tracks, equine pool and horse walkers and significant improvements to grandstands and patron amenities just to name a few."

"Other changes that Rob has been a part of during his 30 years is the introduction to synthetic track racing, racing on Sundays, dual racing with gallopers and harness, major changes to feature races with the introduction of a 2 day carnival and now 2 feature days and both the spring and autumn."

"Rob has seen many different trainers, jockeys and officials change throughout the years. Rob has always had great relationships with all racing participants and maintains that mantra to this day."

"Robs biggest passion in industry is the horses, which he and his fellow work colleagues work tirelessly to ensure all equine facilities at the Club are always in top condition."

"Part of that work is Rob often is the starter and starter trainer for simulated races. This is a very important part of the horses education as it’s a critical for accreditation for the horse to begin racing. Rob has been a major contributor in this space for many years and does a fantastic job."

"Overall, Rob has seen a lot of change at the Club but Rob himself has mostly stayed the same. Rob has been a consistent, productive, and caring Club person who loves not only the Club but also the racing industry. Rob still continues his work at Thoroughbred Park to this day and the Club hopes this continues for many years to come. Congratulations Rob!"

Hillsy will knock off early on Wednesday and enjoy the race day in the Black Opal Room with family and friends.

The Club held a celebration lunch back in April with employees and ex-employees in attendance to reflect on Hillsys career, have a few laughs and ultimately congratulate him on his achievement.

Congrats & thank you Robert Hills 🤝👏

07/07/2024

2024/2025 MEMBERSHIPS AVAILABLE NOW 🐎🥰

Show your support for Canberra Racing by becoming a Member. It's great value!

⏺ A new racing calendar with new feature race days
⏺ Free entry to all Race Days (including all ticketed races days, such John McGrath Auto Group Black Opal Stakes Day on Sunday 9 March 2025)
⏺Minimum 10% discount on race day food and beverage purchases
⏺Dollar-for-Dollar Club Card Program *conditions apply
⏺Refer a friend credits
⏺Discounted (20%) function room hire on non-race days.
⏺Reciprocal benefits with leading race clubs around Australia.
⏺Free entry to the Royal Canberra Show in 2025, with access to RNCAS member areas.
⏺Discounted tickets to certain events in our community.
⏺Members can obtain a free member guest pass to all feature race days excluding the Black Opal Stakes Race Day. Guests will be required to purchase a general admission ticket.
⏺Feature Race Day Black Opal Room Ballots operates for Black Opal Stakes Day (there is a per person charge).
⏺Tipping Competition has been reinvigorated to ensure there is a winner each race meeting. Entry occurs via our website, and the prize is increased if you are on course.

New Members: https://bit.ly/45QxoQo
Renewing: https://bit.ly/3xNeCN7

06/07/2024

Keith Dryden (Keith Dryden Racing) is in the box seat to capture his 8th Canberra Trainer of the Year Award and 4th in the past 5 years 🥇

Dryden, a CRC Life Member, has 22 wins at Thoroughbred Park this season, ahead of his closest rivals Annabel Neasham and Matthew Kelley who both sit on 11.

This Wednesday is the penultimate race meeting in season 2023/2024.

Bradley Photos 📸

05/07/2024

Just wait until the sun goes down 🤩

Thoroughbred Park hosts the visually spectacular Light-Up Event For The Whole Family; Featuring:

💥 Over 60+ Illuminated Decorations 💥
🎪 Giant Overhead Installations ☁️
🎡 UNLIMITED AMUSEMENT RIDES 🎡
🤹‍♀️ Roving Performers + Characters 💃
🔥 FIRE PERFORMER 🔥
❄️ Snow + Bubbles ❄️
🥇 Best Dressed Competition 💰
🏆 Photo Competition 💵
🍔 Food + Markets 🛍️
🎵 Music & More!

Tickets at the gate 👏

04/07/2024

We are racing next Wednesday, 10 July 🐎

Entry is FREE. Gates open 12pm. Racing from 1:11pm.

Bradley Photos 📸

02/07/2024

Coriah Keatings holds a commanding lead in the Canberra Apprentice Jockey of the Year Award with two meetings to go in the 2023/2024 season 🤩

Keatings has won 12 races so far at an impressive strike rate of 19%. She is 7 wins above her closest competitor 👏

Bradley Photos 📸

27/06/2024

Get your crew together to enjoy this all-inclusive Rich Reward Room package on Friday, 26 July ☀️🏇

This great value package includes:

✔️ 2-course sit down lunch per person
✔️ 4-hour beverage package per person
✔️ Designated seating and the best track views on-course
✔️ Entry into the Racecourse and Rich Reward Room
✔️ Private balcony
✔️ Private bar
✔️ Access to TAB facilities
✔️ Private amenities

More information and to book: https://bit.ly/3Rzk0u6

Address

Randwick Road
Canberra, ACT
2602

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 7pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+61262040000

Website

http://www.thoroughbredpark.com.au/

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Hear from Canberra Racing Club Racecourse Manager Adam Ayre ahead of this Friday’s return to the Acton Track for Wests Rugby Club Race Day.

Black Opal Day 🥰 Almost 8,500 punters enjoyed our biggest day 📈 Supported by our wonderful friends John McGrath Auto Group.

After this morning’s track gallop we are on a Good-4 with the peno reading 3.82. Weather will be fine with a top of 27 degrees.

Holmes A Court is our 2024 John McGrath Auto Group Black Opal Stakes champion!

Peter & Paul Snowden combine with Tommy Berry for a cracking win.

Gratz Vella. The man can train 2YOs!! Vella’s Best is on the way to the Group 3 John McGrath Auto Group Black Opal Stakes after a fantastic win in the Black Opal Preview. Amazing Eagle in second has booked his spot too.

It has been 25 years since the great Catbird won the Black Opal Preview, Black Opal Stakes and then the Golden Slipper. Ahead of a cracking edition of the ETS Refrigeration Black Opal Preview (1000m) tomorrow, sit back and enjoy the Frank Cleary-trained Catbird's win the Group 3 Black Opal Stakes back in 1999 🤤 Don't miss Canberra's first million dollar race day on Sunday, 10 March: https://bit.ly/3NERntt

BE PART OF THE ACTION! 🐎💥 Don't miss out on the thrill of the John McGrath Auto Group Black Opal Stakes Race Day! Mark your calendars for the Canberra Long Weekend, Sunday 10th March, and be part of the action-packed event! GET YOUR TICKETS NOW to experience the excitement firsthand! Get ready for a day filled with top-class racing, entertainment, and unforgettable moments. Hurry, tickets are selling fast! Available at https://premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/show.aspx?sh=BLAOPARD24 #thoroughbredpark #summerracing #visitcanberra #canberraracing #blackopal

Final packages for John McGrath Auto Group Black Opal Stakes Race Day are out now 🐎👀 Don't miss history. Don't miss Canberra's first million dollar race day. Packages here: https://bit.ly/3Snrwc9

Join us in December for three cracking race days 🐎☀️ Friday, 1 December - Corkhill Bros Pegasus Charity Race Day Friday, 8 December - Christmas Party Race Day Friday, 29 December - Gold Coast Turf Club Clan O'Sullivan Race Day ENTRY IS FREE 🤗 Packages for this Friday are completely sold out. There are limited Trackside Precinct tables available for Friday, 8 December. More information: www.thoroughbredpark.com.au

Last night our 12 community partners gathered to randomly select their equine hero to represent them in the Canberra Community Chest (1400m). After the draw, they were treated to this phantom call by our caller Anthony Manton 🎙 How close do you think he got? Affinity Electrical Technologies

Wrapping up the Fashions on the Field competition at the TAB Melbourne Cup Day @the_riotact 👒🙌🐎 Get ready for our next Fashions on the Field competition at Canberra's first million dollar race day, John McGrath Auto Group Black Opal Stakes on Sunday 10 March. #melbournecup #fashionsonthefield #springfashion #tabmelbournecup #spring #racedayfashion

Throwback to our 2023 Hops & Hooves Race Day! 🐎🍻 We were delighted to bring together the community and showcase the array of local and interstate breweries, wineries, distilleries and premium food vans. There was no shortage of entertainment on the day with live music, photobooths, fashion and the thrill of live racing. Come along and enjoy this Spring Race Day feeling again at our upcoming TAB Melbourne Cup and Canberra Community Chest Race Days! Make sure you don't miss out on the most anticipated event of the year; tickets are selling fast! More information on tickets and packages: https://lnkd.in/eDhsv8ci #springracing #canberra #visitcanberra #springfashion #racedayfashion #canberraracing #thoroughbredpark #raceday #hopsandhooves

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Hear from Racecourse Manager Adam Ayre ahead of our return to the Course Proper for Joseph Jones Racing Race Day

Hear from Racecourse Manager Adam Ayre ahead of our return to the Course Proper for Joseph Jones Racing Race Day 🐎

We are on a Soft-5 for today’s return to the Course Proper.

The Canberra Community Chest will see 12 local charities and community groups racing with 12 equine heroes for their share of a $50,000 charity chest. Hear from the Club's Robbie Ringland when he joined Sky Racing's Lewis Willoughby this morning to discuss the newly announced innovation race.

The Hops & Hooves Festival is a showcase of the best breweries, wineries and distilleries from Canberra and region, held on the backdrop of Thoroughbred racing 🍻 🍷 🍸 Saturday, 23 September. Get your group together for a day of fun and festivities. Featuring the Baker Boys Band and the former army truck, turned hot pink stage, the Soul Defender, as well as delicious local food fans. Link for tickets and packages in our bio! #spring #canberra #canberraracing #springracing #thoroughbredpark #visitcanberra #hopsandhooves #beerfestival #supportlocal

Hear from Canberra Racing Club Racecourse Manager Adam Ayre & Marketing and Sponsorship Manager Robbie Ringland ahead of today's race meeting on the new Acton Track 🏇 Martin Collins Australia Please excuse the wind 💨

This morning we supported the Hit104.7 Carousel Cup and Pegasus Riding for the Disabled of the ACT with Saxon representing Thoroughbred Park in the Club silks 🏇 Saxon and his mount ‘Unnamed Brown Horse’ didn’t collect the win but it was a lovely ride from Saxon to get clear running at the right time. Watch out for ‘Unnamed Brown Horse’ next start, who would will take plenty of improvement from the run.

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The action takes place both on and off the track with racing 25 times per year. Canberra's premier race day the John McGrath Black Opal Stakes day takes place in March or the annual TAB Melbourne Cup Race day in November. Other fortnightly TAB meetings (23) are scheduled and may be available for sponsorship and race day functions. FASHIONS ON THE FIELD

Enter the Canberra Centre Fashions on the Field competitions for the best prizes in the region. Please note that the Fashions on the Field competition has strict guidelines for each category entry. Categories are Classic Ladies Racewear and Classic Mens Racewear. Please take note registration for all categories will be between 12:00pm and 1:30pm on the day, no late entries accepted.

FUNCTIONS AND CONFERENCE FACILITY Thoroughbred Park Function & Convention Centre is quickly developing an enviable reputation for function and conference facilities. We offer the best of both worlds with the freedom and tranquillity of the countryside and a beautiful view of the Brindabella and Majura mountain ranges. Situated only five minutes from the heart of Canberra with complimentary parking in a secluded and secure environment, Thoroughbred Park is the perfect location for your next event. We offer a wonderful alternative with a relaxed and peaceful setting and spacious light filled rooms fitted with floor to ceiling glass windows overlooking the race course. At Thoroughbred Park we know how to make you feel welcome. Our catering and event team are readily available to assist with all your enquiries and understand the needs of your ever-changing requirements. You can be confident that our staff will ensure your event is a great success. Thoroughbred Park offers an extensive variety of menus; however our chefs are flexible and happy to tailor a menu within your budget suited to your needs. We have conference and function facilities for everyone, from a small conference of 12 to large events of up to 2000. With a variety of large outdoor areas, why not utilise our Fashions on the Field stage for your fashion parade, get married under the beautiful flowering plum trees or start your event with drinks and canapés in the mounting yard. The outdoor options are endless!