Thoroughbred Park

Along with our partners, Project Supercars, today we gave the public a sneak peak of what the KAYR Facilities Services Canberra Festival of Speed has to offer with a head turning media event in the City Centre. The Canberra Festival of Speed returns to Thoroughbred Park on Saturday, 25 & Sunday, 26 January with over 200 of the world’s most exotic cars on display. The inaugural event attracted over 13,500 patrons in 2024 with that figure expected to be exceeded in 2025. Get involved here: https://lnkd.in/geQuRW_y

After a record breaking Black Opal Stakes Race Day back in March 2024, the Canberra Racing Club is delighted to offer a range of premium packages on Canberra's million dollar race day. John McGrath Auto Group Black Opal Stakes Race Day - Sunday, 9 March 2025 - Canberra Day long weekend Find your package here: https://bit.ly/3BvmmW2

This Christmas season, as we gather with loved ones and celebrate the joys of the holidays, let us remember those who are less fortunate and in need of support. The Canberra Racing Club is supporting Hands Across Canberra this festive season with a “Giving Tree” at Thoroughbred Park. Hands Across Canberra supports over 350 charities within the Canberra community. Every donation, no matter how small, can make a meaningful difference. Together, we can spread kindness and make this Christmas a season of giving and compassion. Please consider donating today to help bring joy and relief to those who need it most. Donation suggestions: Food • Major need for non-perishable food items • Gift cards to purchase food eg Woolworths, Coles, Aldi New Sporting/games (unwrapped) • Sporting equipment such as soccer balls, footballs, cricket sets, pool toys, outdoor games • Board games Gift cards • Rebel Sports, K’Mart, Cotton On, Priceline, Coles, Woolworths, Big W, Myer, Her Gift Card, He Gift Card New Toys (unwrapped) • Toys for all ages (especially for 12- 16 year olds) • Craft for boys and girls Secondhand clothing • Great quality clean clothes - 00000 to 16 years Handmade items • Baby bibs and burp cloths (with snap enclosures) • Knitted or crocheted cot blankets (100cm x 130cm) • Knitted beanies for ages 5+ • Hair scrunchies and headbands Donations can be placed under our Christmas Tree in the Betting Ring, on our next two race days - 6 December and 13 December

The Canberra Racing Club welcomes the newest member of its ever-growing training ranks, Natalie Jarvis 🐎🤗 Jarvis & team Thorotek have entered four chances this Friday including speedster Kattegat (pictured) in the TAB Federal (1200m). Read more 👇

Thank you, Eco-Road Hero 🙌

“To win the money, means we can support families in a multitude of ways but in win the day terms $25,000 could support 3 families in a celebration of life grant, or 13 families in an ongoing treatment grant, or 5 families with accommodation, or 33 families with 3-months worth of meals.” - Kristy Giteau Win The Day Charity “The day is one of the best days that we are a part of.” “I am in awe of the coordination and effort that Canberra Racing Club goes into making sure all 12 charities get exposure and have an opportunity to network with other amazing charities.” Read more 👇

A huge congratulations to all our amazing partners who were able to take part in this years Canberra Community Chest. 🤩 And a MASSIVE congratulations to this years winners Win the Day Charity who are lucky enough to take home $25,000 for their organization thanks toCiaron Maher's Chorlton Lane. 🏇 All partners will be taking home a portion of the $50,000 to support their efforts in helping the community, and we absolutely loved being able to host them on such an amazing day. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

🌟 What an unforgettable evening at Thoroughbred Park! 🌟 Project Independence had a fantastic time at last night's partner draw event in preparation for this Sunday's Canberra Community Chest and our CEO Michael C. was in attendance. 🏇🎉 We’re crossing our fingers for a big win, with the potential to secure the jackpot prize to support our mission of empowering people with intellectual disabilities. A big thank you to everyone involved in making this event possible, and for your unwavering support of local charities. It’s your generosity that helps us continue to create opportunities and independence for those who need it most. We can’t wait to see you all on race day - Sunday, 24th November! With free entry, exciting races, and family-friendly activities, it’s going to be a day to remember. 🏆 #CanberraCommunityChest #ThoroughbredRacing #ProjectIndependence #EmpoweringLives #CommunitySupport #RaceForACause #SupportLocalCharities #MakingADifference #CanberraCharity Robbie Ringland

Pairing is complete, and our 12 amazing charities have been introduced to the equine superstar that will be winning them a share of a $50,000 community chest this Sunday 24 November. 💝 We can’t wait to see it all unfold! Bring your friends and family down for a day full of charity, family fun, and love on the backdrop of lively thoroughbred racing. 🐎 Entry to this event is free. Gates open at 12pm, with local racing beginning at 1:15pm. See you there!

We are excited to introduce to you the final 3 partners of this years Canberra Community Chest, who will each have a shot at $50,000 this Sunday 24 November in the titular Race! 💝 Win The Day Charity: On a mission to support families faced with rare cancer diagnosis, Win the Day Charity provide financial support to families through accommodation, meal assistance, and one-off treatment grants during their battles with childhood cancers. As well as supporting organisations undertaking scientific research to find cures for rare childhood cancers, and raise awareness for rare childhood cancers, Win the Day looks to a future where np family will ever have to worry whether they can afford to support their sick child. Pegasus Riding for the Disabled: Established in 1973, Pegasus is an iconic not-for-profit charitable organisation with a vision for a world that only sees ability in people living with a disability. With a mature history and a highly regarded reputation in the ACT and local NSW region, Pegasus is proud to bring horses and people together to help fulfil their potential. Each year, Pegasus provides more than 1,900 horse-facilitated sessions to over 100 people living with a disability in our region. Daniela Dwyer Foundation: This year's peoples choice charity, DDF aims to raise funds for brain cancer research and treatment. The goal of this research is to improve diagnosis and treatment options for patients with brain cancer and encourage early intervention to save lives. DDF was established in 2022 in the honour of the late Daniela Dwyer, a beautiful partner, daughter and sister who inspires DDF to make a meaningful change in the diagnosis and treatment of all brain cancer sufferers. See these charities compete with 9 others for their share of the $50,000 Community Chest this Sunday 24 November! 🥰 Visit our website for more info