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We would like to thank all Members and their guests who attended the Tooheys New 2008 Royal Randwick Carnival, which showcased a spectacular racing programme.

A special thanks to all of the members who turned up for Early Morning Trackwork in the most appalling weather.  We hope they spotted a winner or two.

Following is some very important information about World Youth Day, so please take the time to read it. 

World Catholic Youth Day – The Truth of the Matter

In the lead up to World Catholic Youth Day there has been increasing media interest in the cost of the venture to NSW taxpayers. This club is frequently referenced as part of that commentary as to compensation. The commentary has not in all respects correctly represented the facts. Recent media articles have suggested the AJC received $42m in compensation. This is incorrect. The NSW Government committed to the racing industry a package of which the AJC received a portion.

Of the figure of $42m, $10m is a non cash contingency fund of $10m which is only accessed if for example the tracks have been damaged and need urgent repairs immediately following the WCYD event. Of the remaining $32m, $11.6m goes directly to industry parties adversely impacted by the closure of Royal Randwick. A further amount of $10m was earmarked towards the cost of building facilities at Warwick Farm to receive the horses displaced from Royal Randwick. To ensure these facilities are of a suitable standard, the AJC has expended additional funds. These facilities will provide an enduring legacy to the club as a result of our considerable contribution to the WCYD event.

The Club has received:

· $3m to mitigate the cost of suspending racing and non racing (hospitality) activities for the period of WCYD; and

· a capital contribution of $7m towards our master plan redevelopment.

Of greater importance to the club is the granting of AJC tenure at Royal Randwick for 99 years.

Wednesday 14 May

Please be advised that the Paddock Stand will be closed on this day, and the public will have access to the Ground floor of the Officials stand.

The Derby Bar will be open for members and if you are bringing guests on this day (Wednesday 14) , they will only need to pay course admission. 

Parking in the middle of the course is restricted due to the world youth day compounds, and this may result in delays in exiting the car park .

We apologise for any inconvenience caused to you in this regard.

Future Race Dates

click here for race dates until the end of June.

Visa Platinum Fashions on the Field

Well done to everyone who competed in the Visa Platinum Fashions on the Fields over Carnival.

Sydney Cup Day - Best Dressed Couple was won by members, Tammy Gill and Brian Cunningham, who are off to the Olympics in Beijing as one of their their prizes.

Cornucopia Charity Lunch Wednesday 14 at Royal Randwick

The Cornucopia Committee’s annual charity race day is being held in the Doncaster Room on Wednesday 14 May. Maria Venuti AM will compere this day of racing, fun and fundraising to which all members and their guests are warmly welcome.

Tickets are $165 per person which includes pre luncheon drinks in the Champagne Bar, 3 course lunch, wine, beer, entrance to track and Members’ Area for members and non-members alike. Also included are luxury skincare samples from La Mer and Clinique for men.

Prizes for auction include a week for two people in Europe or the Americas aboard the ship like no other – The World, an Auckland getaway for two flying Business Class with Emirates Airline and staying two nights at Auckland’s luxury waterfront apartment Viaduct Landing. Other auction prizes include Sunday morning at the stables with Gai Waterhouse for four people, and three nights on Hayman Island including return flights.

The Cornucopia Committee raises funds for the child protection units of
The Sydney Children’s Hospital Randwick
The Royal Hospital for Women
CAPS (Child Abuse Protection Service)
The Childrens’ Hospital Westmead
and The Royal North Shore Hospital

If you would like to attend, please book early by calling
Mrs Sue Beston Tel 02 9818 6282 Fax 02 9818 6283
e-mail sue.beston@cornucopia.org.au

For more information and downloadable invitation, please visit www.cornucopia.org.au