Dear

Here we are with our Tooheys New Autumn Carnival almost upon us.  By now you will have received your "Carnival Pack" and responded to the invitations.

There are still a few tables available for our Young Members' Derby Luncheon and our Corporate Breakfast.  If you are interested in either of these exclusive events please contact the Membership Department on 9663 8419.

This Carnival is our flagship and this year certainly looks as though it is going to be something out of the box, so come along, join in the festivities and enjoy great racing.

Easter Carnival Ticket Prices

David Jones Australian Derby Day 7 April - Limit of four. Members Guest ticket - $125 and course admission $35

Emirates Doncaster Day 9 April - No limit.  Members Guest ticket - $100 and  course admission $25.  Members may "Buy one and get one free".

JPMorgan Australian Oaks Day 11 April - No limit.  Members Guest  ticket - $60 and course admission $15.

If you are giving your complimenary Oaks Day tickets away please be aware that the recipients must be over 18 and remember there is free racecourse entry to all ladies.

Schweppes Sydney Cup Day 14 April - No limit.  Members guest  ticket - $100 and course admission $25.

Birthday tickets ARE NOT valid for these meetings.

If you wish to purchase tickets next week you will need to come to the Membership Department between 9 and 5  weekdays and we are open on Good Friday from 10 - 2.   

April Racing - Non Carnival Days

Tuesday 24 April - Warwick Farm.  Members Guest tickets are free and course admission $11

Wednesday 25 April - Anzac Day - Royal Randwick - Members Guest tickets $30, course admission $11

Birthday cards are valid for these two race meetings.

Membership Cards

Please remember that your membership card must be displayed and also remember that your membership card is NOT transferrable, so please do not even think about lending it out. Security guards will be making regular random checks over Carnival, and if your card is found in the possession of someone other than yourself you may find yourself enjoying the races from "the other side".

Your guest card, is of course, fully transferrable.

Members' Parking Over Carnival

Please remember that Leger parking will NOT be available during Easter Carnival, members who hold a general parking pass (not reserved) must enter through High Street and park in the middle of the course. 

Autumn Carnival Responsible Service of Alcohol - AJC Members

In keeping with Spring Carnival the standard four-drink policy will apply to 4.00pm and then the two-drink limit will apply in all Members bar areas with the exception of the Derby bar or where table service is provided

Champagne Bar and The Top of the Rise

A truly unique and memorable experience awaits you in our Champagne Bar. We are now open for reservations on JPMorgan Australian Oaks Day, 11 April & Schweppes Sydney Cup Day ,14 April, 2007. This opportunity is available to members and their guests to reserve a table for the day. Enjoy a glass of AJC selected red, white or sparking wine on arrival, taste our Chefs selection of dips and Turkish bread and enjoy yourself in our exclusive air conditioned Champagne Bar.

Cost per person $55 (including racebook, excludes ticketing).  Contact Julie Harris on 9663 8517 or email jharris@ajc.org.au

Or for those who have a preference in entertaining in a larger corporate environment, look no further than the prestigious ‘Top Of The Rise’ elevated marquee, located upon the Queens Lawn. The stylish air-conditioned facility includes catering, beverages, entertaining deck, admission and corporate signage. Secure a suite for up to 50 people at $450 per person. Sold out only on Derby Day.

For more information, phone 9663 8500 or email contactus@ajcconventioncentre.com.au 

Join in the Fun

Derby Day Lawn Party

Why not join us for Derby Day Lawn Party on David Jones Australian Derby Day (Saturday 7 April) where amazing Aussie band Evermore take centre stage joined on the day by TV Rock. Get set for a brilliant day with your ticket including an all day food and beverage package, DJs, entertainment and of course all the action on track as the nation’s top jockeys and leading horses battle it out for almost $4 million in prize money. As a Lawn Party guest you’ll see all the action from the Leger Lawn, where bookmaker and TAB betting facilities will also be available. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster at just $165 each or $150 each for groups of 10 or more. 

Lawn Party VIP Celebrity Marquee

Be part of Sydney’s exclusive lawn party VIP Celebrity marquee. Access to this high profile and exclusive area of the lawn party is strictly limited to 350 tickets. Included in the ticket price ($295) is the best of food and beverage (including premium beer, wine and sparkling wine) in an all day package. Don’t miss this unique opportunity. Tickets available now from Ticketmaster.

Emirates Legends Lounge

Trackside on Emirates Doncaster Day (Monday 9 April) the Emirates Legends Lounge will have racing fans enjoying a fun filled sporting themed marquee where they view the racing action and mingle with sporting legends including Paul Vautin, Peter Sterling, Mark Waugh, Liz Ellis, Morgan Turinui, Sam Kekovitch and Nick Davis amongst others.
Hosted by Russell Barwick racegoers will be entertained by comedian Anh Doh, interviews and commentary by sporting legends, a DJ and competitions to win TAB betting vouchers throughout the day.
Your tickets - available from Ticketmaster ($175 each) include entry to the course and marquee and an all day food and beverage package.

Other Interesting Items

Emirates Doncaster Day Call of the Card

Sunday 8 April, Newmarket  - William Inglis Sales Complex Barker St Randwick commencing at 4.30 pm.

Also at the William Inglis Sales Complex  commencing at 10.30 am on Tuesday, 10 April and Thursday 12 April, and at 6.15 pm on Wednesday 11 April are the William Inglis & Son Australian Easter Yearling Sales.

Young Members - Polo

The Windsor Polo Club, in association with the Australian Chile Chamber of Commerce invites you to enjoy a day at the Polo in "The Chukka Club", the Official Hospitality Lounge for the Goldman Sachs JBWere International Polo Test, on Sunday,  15 April from 11.30 am at the Windsor Polo Club, Old Kurrajong Rd Richmond.

The cost is $150 plus GST per head, includes entry into the ground and "The Chukka Club" grazing menu and premium beverages all day.

To book your tickets please email Emily Wadham at Elite Sports Properties on ewadham@elitesports.com.au or call 03 9421 3000

EXCLUSIVE - To AJC Young Members only, a courtesy bus will leave the Dolphin Hotel Surry Hills at 10.30 am returning early that evening.  RSVP essential, limited numbers may apply and/or 40 pax.

The Hat Studio - Offer to Members

Once again, The Hat Studio is happy to offer AJC Members a 20% discount on the purchase of fashion hats, handbags, jewellery and wraps for the Autumn and beyond. 

Just show your current membership card to the ladies when you visit. This special offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other.

Call in and see Jenny and her ladies at

THE HAT STUDIO
168 VICTORIA AVE
CHATSWOOD 2067

PH: 9413 4688

Proud and valued sponsor of the Young Members' Derby Day Fashions (Millinery award).

Van Heusen - Offer to Members

To celebrate the Tooheys New Easter Carnival at Royal Randwick, Van Heusen invites AJC Members to enjoy this exclusive offer…. Visit a Van Heusen concept store, purchase any two shirts and receive a complimentary tie of your choice valued at $54.95.

Located at 300 George Street and Imperial Arcade (Castlereagh Street Entrance) Sydney, you will find an unrivalled selection of everything Van Heusen. With business shirts, ties, cufflinks, suits, trousers and shoes we’ll have you looking sharp and ready for the races!

Offer expires 15 April 2007. Please print this newsletter and present instore. Not in conjunction with any other offer.

Win $10,000! Is the Carnival about the PARTY or PUNT?

SMS PARTY or PUNT plus your name and postcode to 19 44 40.

Major prize $10,000 for the ultimate punting party!

You choose either:

· A fashion spree or
· A TAB account or
· Racing hospitality to the value of $10,000!

Daily prize $500 for the ultimate punting party!

Don’t forget about TAB's fabulous Fat Quaddie promotion giving you the chance to win “fat” dividends on successful Quaddie bets. More details at www.tab.com.au.

Plus, buy your $20 ticket from any on course tote window to be a part of Richard Callander’s Fat Quaddie Punters’ Club.

A Happy, Safe, and Successful Easter to you.