Media & Press Releases
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The Legend Retires 02.12.21
The Legend Retires Australian Newcastle Hunter Hall Of Famer and Newcastle Jockey Club ‘Legend’ Robert Thompson retired from race riding after an incredible career in the saddle. The Cessnock based Thompson has set a record on the track that is difficult to believe will ever…
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Legendary Jockey Robert Thompson Calls Time On Stellar Career
By Ray Hickson Photo: Bradleyphotos He’s regarded as one of the true gentlemen of racing and in typical Robert Thompson style his retirement from the saddle has come without fuss. But it deserves plenty of fanfare. After more than 48 years in the saddle, on…
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Reception- Changes To Race Day Office Hours
From Sunday 28 November the Reception/Admin. Office will be open on race days from 9.30am until 12.00pm, after which race day assistance is available as follows: Race day information including opening times and dress regulations can be found on our website newcastleracecourse.com.au Race day pre purchased tickets are…
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Local trainer Andrew Macdonald savours Legends Day victory at Newcastle
Article- Craig Kerry- The Herald A hometown win for trainer Andrew Macdonald with Major Murphy in the Robert Thompson Handicap was a highlight of Legends Day at Newcastle Racecourse on Sunday. Thompson, Australia’s winningest jockey, was one of four Newcastle racing greats recognised on the…
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Gary Harley – Preview – 28.11.21
Race 1 – Kris Lees 3YO & Up Maiden Handicap 900m Chameleon Choice has the best form and he will appreciate the short course. He was only beaten 1.5 lengths when third at Flemington in January. He hasn’t raced since failing behind Golden Slipper winner…
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Members Preview- 23.11.21
Race 1 – Sharp Office Benchmark 58 Handicap 1150m Mosht Up is in good form and she drops in class. The mare has been placed in her past three starts at Wyong, Muswellbrook, and Newcastle. She was only beaten half a length in a much…
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The Hunter meeting hitting the mark with punters
Story: Craig Kerry https://www.newcastleherald.com.au/story/7510661/the-hunter-meeting-hitting-the-mark-with-punters/ Picture: Peter Lorimer Newcastle Jockey Club boss Duane Dowell has heralded a 30 per cent jump in betting turnover as a sign The Hunter race day is growing in stature. A crowd of almost 4000 people flocked to Newcastle Racecourse for the…
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Press Release- The Hunter Race Day 2021
PRESS RELEASE- Hunter Race Day 2021 PDF
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Torrens takes out inaugural The Beauford at Newcastle
https://www.facebook.com/newcastleraces/photos/a.1813503008689213/5012633102109505 Photo Credit: Peter Lorimer Story: Craig Kerry- The Herald A front-running ride from Gosford apprentice Jenny Duggan has helped Torrens dominate the inaugural $300,000 The Beauford (2300m) at Newcastle Racecourse. Prepared by Warwick Farm trainer Lauri Parker, Torrens started a $5 chance after victory…
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Newcastle Jockey Club boss ecstatic with nominations for $1m feature The Hunter
Picture: Getty Images https://www.newcastleherald.com.au/story/7502079/newcastle-jockey-club-boss-ecstatic-with-nominations-for-1m-feature-the-hunter/ NEWCASTLE Jockey Club boss Duane Dowell is ecstatic with nominations for the The Hunter on Saturday declaring the $1m feature a genuine group-level race. The John O’Shea-trained Lost and Running has top weight of 59 kilograms and was among 10 horses…
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Top local trainer Kris Lees has extra spring in his step as he takes aim on Saturday’s $1m The Hunter
Kris Lees is looking forward to Saturday’s The Hunter at Newcastle. Picture: Aaron Francis–The Australian https://www.theaustralian.com.au/sport/horse-racing/top-local-trainer-kris-lees-has-extra-spring-in-his-step-as-he-takes-aim-on-saturdays-1m-the-hunter/news-story/e7550e2db79ac137ab661e7f8ac2cd58 The Hunter meeting is just six days away and the fact Newcastle locals will be able to see one of Australia’s best sprinters race on their track highlights what…
