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VICTORIAN
BUSHFIRE APPEAL
I know all members will join me in offering
their thoughts and prayers to those affected by the recent
bushfires in Victoria.
If you know of anyone requiring assistance
in relocating horses during this tragic event, please contact
Thoroughbred Breeders Victoria on 03 9258 4233 or email tbv@racingvictoria.com.au and
they will attempt to assist wherever possible.
If you are in a position to offer any assistance,
simply visit our website www.nswroa.com.au for
further details.
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BOOKINGS CLOSING SOON FOR MEMBER RACING
TOUR TO HONG KONG
Members are reminded that it is not too late to book your
spot on the NSWROA Members Racing Tour to Hong Kong in late
April 2009.
The tour includes attending race meetings in both Hong Kong
and Macau; sightseeing and leisure time that will introduce
you to some of Hong Kong and Macau’s most popular scenic
attractions and their hidden charms.
For more information visit the Ambassador Travel website www.ambassadortravel.com.au.
We look forward to members joining us on our inaugural racing
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PROPOSAL
FROM AUSTRALIAN JOCKEYS’ ASSOCIATION
The Association is seeking comments from Members on a proposal
from the Australian Jockey’s Association for a 1% increase
(from 5% to 6%) of the prescribed percentage of prizemoney
payable to jockeys. The proposal has been lodged by the AJA
with the Australian Racing Board and the matter is scheduled
to be considered in late March 2009.
The AJA has indicated that the 1% increase will be used
to:
(a) cover jockeys compulsory Public Liability Insurance premiums;
(b) fund a national Personal Accident Scheme for jockeys;
(c) support jockeys and their families in financial hardship due to death,
illness and injury through the National Jockeys Trust;
(d) fund other Welfare Programs, and
(e) assist with administration.
Further information on the Australian Jockey’s Association
can be obtained via their website http://www.australianjockeys.org/aja---home.html
If you would like to comment on this issue, your response
by email to nswroa1@ozemail.com.au by Monday 23 February
2009 would be appreciated.
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SYDNEY CUP DAY LUNCHEON
NSWROA will again be holding our annual
Sydney Cup Day Luncheon at Royal Randwick. This year’s
event will take place on 25 April 2009. Details are currently
being finalised but members should note this date in their
diaries.
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GOLDEN SLIPPER HATS AND HIGH TEA
We are pleased to invite you to the Golden Slipper Hats & High
Tea, brought to you by Sir Stamford in association with NSWROA
and Moet & Chandon. Details as follows:
When: Sunday, 22 March 2009
Time: 2.30pm – 5.30 pm
Where: Sir Stamford at Circular Quay, 98 Macquarie Street, Sydney
Price: $70 per person - this includes a Traditional High Tea
and a glass of Moet & Chandon Champagne on arrival – additional
beverages can be purchased. Hat Parade with designs from participating
milliners (Hats paraded may be purchased on the day).
Dress: According to weather – there will be an Award
for the Best Dressed Woman (both Spring and Autumn hats are
acceptable).
RSVP: Samantha Storry by phone: 8274 5462 or email samanthastorry@sscq.stamford.com.au |
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RACING’S NIGHT OF CHAMPIONS
The countdown is on for our signature event,
the Racing’s Night of Champions, which will take place
on Thursday 13 August 2009 at the Grand Pavilion at Rosehill
Gardens. Don’t forget to note your diaries!
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NSWROA WEBSITE
As advised previously, the NSWROA website
has undergone a much needed “make-over” but is
still “under-construction”. All members are encouraged
to visit the website www.nswroa.com.au |
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RESULTS OF EARLY BIRD MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL
COMPETITION
The 2009 Early Bird Membership Renewal Competition, was drawn
on Monday 9 February 2009 by NSWROA Life Member, Mr Noel Bracks.
The winners were:
1st Prize – Michael Angelos
2nd Prize – Bob Lapointe
3rd Prize – Fred Crews
Our congratulations to all prize winners. |
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MEMBERSHIP MATTERS
Members are requested to advise the NSWROA
office of any changes to their contact details. If you are
receiving this newsletter by “snail mail” and
have recently obtained an email address, please advise the
office of your new email address.
A reminder to members who have not, as yet,
renewed their membership for the 2009 year. As a “not-for-profit” organisation,
NSWROA relies on its membership fees. Therefore your early
renewal would be greatly appreciated and thank you to those
members who have already renewed.
Yours in Racing
Ray McDowell, President
16 February 2009
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