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Racing Ahead I S S U E 5 4
Contents
OPENING MESSAGE 4
UPCOMING RACEDAYS 6
MEMBERS FIRST PROGRAM 7
MEMBERS COMPETITION 8
MEMBER MOMENTS 9
RECIPROCAL ADVENTURES 11
THE BEAUTY OF THE RACING INDUSTRY
AT THE GOLD COAST
12 5
AQUIS $1.5 MILLION RACE DAY 13
AQUIS $1.5 MILLION RACE DAY PROGRAM 15
2YO TAB CALCUTTA 16
THE 2020 THE STAR GOLD COAST 18
MAGIC MILLIONS PROGRAM
THE MAGIC MILLIONS CLASSIC TOP TEN 19
THE MAGIC MILLIONS GUINEAS TOP TEN 19
KEEP YOUR EYES PEALED! 20 11
CHINESE NEW YEAR 23
2020 AQUIS PARK JEWEL RACEDAY 24
WINX WATCH 26
Connect with us
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Opening Message
“It is more than what you say, it is how you make people feel”
Since mid-October we have been working behind With Christmas upon us, we have hosted a wealth of
the scenes to refresh the Downstairs Members festive functions across the track. Santa visited and
areas. Partnering with the creators of MAAKE, we he spoke highly of our members and how great it is
have been able to produce a sleek look that is to see so many familiar faces again. Congratulations
clean and modern. New tables and chairs have to _____ who took home the wheelbarrow of treats.
been installed as well as a wooden fascia and Another one of our incentives to reward our members
marble bar tops throughout. The carpet and paint who attend regularly.
work is now consistent throughout all of downstairs.
We hope the changes make you feel proud of your We are happy to announce that there will be
club and even more comfortable to enjoy each and another cash prize giveaway competition. From
every moment. January 18th, we will be drawing a member number
each week. The winning member must be on track
We were the busiest racing club in Australia to collect their cash prize! The prize will rollover
throughout November. With seven racedays at until it reaches $10,000!
Aquis Park and two at Aquis Beaudesert, we held
nine meetings in the space of thirty days. What an
Kind regards
incredible achievement for our team to assemble
all the components required for one day let alone
nine! Once again, we delivered an array of function
spaces that helps thousands celebrate the race that
stopped the nation. More than ever before, the Hot
Tomato Derby Day produced outstanding volumes
Steve Lines Brett Cook
of attendance.
CEO Chairman
Amongst the thrill of Spring Racing, we held our
Annual General Meeting where we presented
a healthy financial report to our members that
showed an overall increase to club revenue.
We acknowledge comments from the attending
members regarding the keen interest to upgrade
air conditioning facilities. We will invest to upgrade
facilities in due course hoping to be achieved by
Winter 2020.
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Upcoming Racedays
JANUARY 2020 FEBRUARY 2020 MARCH 2020
S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S
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5 6 7 8 9 10 11 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
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26 27 28 29 30 31 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 29 30 31
RACEDAYS RACEDAYS RACEDAYS
4 Aquis Ladies Day 1 Wilkinson Seafood Raceday 7 Aquis Raceday
11 Magic Millions 15 Gold Coast Hospital 21 Commercial Kitchen
18 Aquis Raceday - Memorial Day Foundation Raceday Company Raceday
25 Chinese New Year 22 Manning Memorial Raceday 28 Total Tools Raceday
29 Imlach Hospitality Group 29 Tradelink Tradies & Ladies
Raceday Raceday
APRIL 2020 MAY 2020 JUNE 2020
S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S
1 2 3 4 31 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6
5 6 7 8 9 10 11 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
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19 20 21 22 23 24 25 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 21 22 23 24 25 26 27
26 27 28 29 30 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 28 29 30
RACEDAYS RACEDAYS RACEDAYS
4 Aquis Raceday 9 Aquis Raceday 6 Aquis Raceday
11 Aquis Raceday 16 Cetnaj Raceday 13 Langs Building Supplies
18 Aquis Raceday 20 ILG Raceday Raceday
23 Coca-Cola Amatil Raceday 20 Aquis Raceday
30 Spectrum Transport 27 Aquis Raceday
SPONSOR YOUR OWN RACE OR RACEDAY! Email info@gctc.com.au for more information.
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MEMBERS
FIRST PROGRAM
Since the beginning of the 2019/20 Race Season, we have
provided over $50,000 worth of vouchers, benefits and events
for members as part of the Members First Program.
2019/20 HIGHLIGHTS
$10,000
Members First Event to Ride
Like a Girl movie pre-screening
RACEDAY
Members First Race Day and
over $40,000 Hospitality Event
$8,000 PRIZE
Members First $8,000.00 prize
to the Lexus Melbourne Cup
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MEMBERS COMPETITION
CASH
PRIZE
JANUARY 18TH
SWIPE If a winner is not found, we roll over again
each week until we top $10,000!
TO WIN BE ON SITE TO WIN. IT PAYS TO BELONG!
VISIT GCTC.COM.AU
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Member Moments
On October 5th, Paul Gorrie and his wife Margaret took part in the
Members and Mates day in the Dome at the Gold Coast Turf Club.
They were fed imported cheese, freshly sliced There they were treated to tiered seating and
delicatessen meats, donut walls, chocolate fountains views of the world-famous Flemington race track
and a two-course plated lunch. On the day, Paul and a direct overview of the winning post, an
nominated his friend to join. Because of this he extensive wine list and full degustation menu. It was
was entered into the draw to win a trip to the Lexus undoubtedly divine.
Melbourne Cup and dine in the Terrace Restaurant.
RACING AHEAD • ISSUE 54 | #MEMBERSFIRST 9
The Member
Won't “Budge”
NAME:
Dale Salmon
SPECIAL TALENT:
Can move on a dance floor for a big man.
YEARS OF SERVICE:
I joined as a member in 2016. Nearly four years of
thrills and spills!
FAVOURITE ITEM OF CLOTHING: BEST RACE DAY AT THE GOLD COAST:
Budgee smugglers. I have two days- the first has to have been the day we
received a behind the scenes tour. We went to the
BEST BET TO MEMORY:
Mounting Enclosure and got see the jockeys up close
A Sunday at Sha Tin back in 2017 I put $50 on a $79
and personal.
winner. That was my best win to date. Aside from that,
you can never go wrong with picking race 1 number 1 Once the horses left the yard, we were escorted to the
at Ascot every Saturday. actual jumping gates where the race literally starts!
We watched the horses being loaded and it was pretty
HOW DO YOU PICK A WINNER:
intense. They sat in the barriers for a fraction of a minute
I like to stick with the class horses, especially in the
while the starter went around to his ladder. In seconds
big races.
it was all over, the horses had jumped and they were
WHO IS YOUR FAVOURITE JOCKEYS (GOLD COAST pretty much galloping full speed straight away from us.
AND NATIONAL):
We were then hurried over to the finish line to see my
Dan Griffin (GC) and Damian Lane
the horses again.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE RACE DAY TO ATTEND
Second best day at the races has to be the day I had
AT THE GOLD COAST:
a big punters club win at a Magic Millions and myself
Whilst Magic Millions and big race days are fun, the
and my pals caught a helicopter from the GCTC Home
normal Saturday Race Days especially on a cracking
Straight to the Casino.
sunny GC day are the best.
10 #MEMBERSFIRST | RACING AHEAD • ISSUE 54Reciprocal Adventures
Our club has reciprocal rights with every race club in Australia
that has a member’s area.
That means, if a Gold Coast Turf Club member Long standing member, Phil Sutherland accessed
purchases a General Admission ticket from the his reciprocal rights during a visit to the Selangor
majority of racing clubs on their standard race days, Turf Club. He and his wife, Sue, spent the day
the GCTC member will receive a complimentary in the dining with the Bangkok Sports Club
upgrade for themselves and sometimes a few representatives. They exchanged memorabilia with
guests, to a member’s day pass. the lady in charge of the Turf Club and brought
home gifts from Selangor. The club has beautiful
The GCTC is not limited to Australia with relationships facilities and even hosts a Magic Millions event and
built worldwide in England, Ireland, Hong Kong, international race day where Gold Coast hosts a
China, Thailand and so many more. Often, a member feature race.
will call the office and let us know about intended
travel plans. We will then contact the local club on
their behalf or produce a letter of introduction.
RACING AHEAD • ISSUE 54 | #MEMBERSFIRST 11The Beauty of the Racing Industry
at the Gold Coast
The Gold Coast is the ultimate holiday destination. We have some
beautiful pristine locations which attract over 13 million visitors
each year and are enjoyed by all of the residents.
From beautiful green rainforests to immaculate The physical benefits of a visit to the beach are
beaches, we have it all! There are so many spots to plenty for horses whether they have a wade in
unwind and let down which doesn’t go un-noticed the water or a roll in the sand. The most obvious
by our local racehorse trainers. There is no better being how the cool salt water assists with muscle
way to relax an athletes muscles than a paddle in recuperation and to the trainers they note a
the pacific oceans salty waters. Gold Coast trainers positive change in their horse’s behaviour after a
can frequently be seen taking their horses down to morning at the beach.
The Spit for more than just the fresh sea air.
12 #MEMBERSFIRST | RACING AHEAD • ISSUE 54AQUIS $1.5 MILLION RACE DAY
SATURDAY 4 JANUARY 2020 | AQUIS PARK, GOLD COAST
Showcasing the $250,000 feature race for 3YO & 4YO THE TAB Wave,
the $125,000 Aquis Gold Nugget and the $125,000 Aquis Gold Pearl,
plus three exclusive Magic Millions raceS
FOR MORE DETAILS VISIT GCTC.COM.AUAquis $1.5 Million Raceday
The new Aquis $1.5 million raceday on January 4 now marks two
HUGE weekends of summer racing at Aquis Park.
With the introduction of a new $250,000 feature The race has been split into same sex divisions
race for 3YO & 4YO The TAB Wave, the $125,000 through the creation of the $125,000 Aquis Gold
Aquis Gold Nugget and the $125,000 Aquis Gold Nugget 2YO C&G (1100m) and the $125,000
Pearl plus three exclusive Magic Millions races. Aquis Gold Pearl 2YO Fillies (1100m).
This massive new summer carnival day will be
followed by the 2020 The Star Gold Coast Magic The day itself will encapsulate everything Gold
Millions Raceday on Saturday January 11. Coast, from The Beach Club party in the Event
Centre to the coastal themed race names. The
For three consecutive years, we have seen trainers Beach Club by Moet & Chandon Ice Imperial will
nominate a wealth of two-year old’s for the QTIS be the event of the summer at the Gold Coast
Two Years-Old Handicap the week before Magic Turf Club. There will be French Riviera theming
Millions. The reason behind this is that each horse so think Beach Chic, cocktails, lounges and
that has won this race has gone on to win the $2 exhilarating entertainment with DOZZI announced
Million The Star Gold Coast Magic Millions 2YO as the featured band! It is the launch of an entirely
Classic. Exhilarates, Sunlight, Houtzen all won the new look that will dazzle the eyes and premium
week prior and backed up strongly to produce cuisine will appease your appetite.
electric runs in the main 2-year old’s race. This
truly solidifies the race as the true introduction Members receive 20% discount using the
to the Magic Millions further cementing the special code that was emailed recently.
reason behind raising the profile and prizemoney.
THE BEACH CLUB $295.00 PP
BY MOET & CHANDON ICE IMPERIAL OR MEMBERS PRICE $236
CHECK-CIRCLE Entry to the racecourse & The Beach Club in the Event Centre
CHECK-CIRCLE Reserved seating on tables of ten
CHECK-CIRCLE Racebook
CHECK-CIRCLE Deluxe seafood buffet
CHECK-CIRCLE Premium beverage package including Moët & Chandon Ice Impérial,
premium beer, wine, basic spirits & soft drink
DRESS CODE: French Riviera + Milliner wear
FOR MORE DETAILS VISIT GCTC.COM.AU
14 #MEMBERSFIRST | RACING AHEAD • ISSUE 54Aquis $1.5 Million Raceday Program
RACE PRIZES DISTANCE
The Wave- Weight for age 3YO & 4YO $250,000 1800 metres
Magic Millions Rising Stars 3YO & 4YO Colts, Geldings & Entries Class $242,500 1300 metres
Magic Millions Rising Stars 3YO & 4YO Fillies & Mares class 4 Plate $242,500 1300 metres
Magic Millions Country Cup (Special Conditions) $242,500 1200 metres
Aquis Gold Nugget 2YO Colts & Geldings $125,000 1100 metres
Aquis Gold Pearl 2YO Fillies $125,000 1100 metres
We are Gold Coast Open Handicap $105,000 900 metres
Aquis QTIS Three Years Old Handicap $75,000 1200 metres
Aquis Pierata Class 6 Plate Set Weights $75,000 1200 metres
ORDER SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
RACING AHEAD • ISSUE 54 | #MEMBERSFIRST 152YO TAB CALCUTTA
The 2YO TAB Calcutta is one of the most fun evening events on
the social calendar during the second week of January on the
Gold Coast.
It is electrifying to see the Magic Millions Auctioneers During the night a 2-course meal and beverages are
come to life and coax the bidders of the Magic served up while a team of racing identities provide
Millions Classic 2YO race to lay down their best offers. insights into the feature runners of the 2YO Classic
race, followed by the exhilarating horse ‘sales’
The aim of the night is to bid on the horse that you conducted by the Magic Millions auctioneers.
think might have the best chance of winning the
main 2yo race. Whoever places the highest bid will If you cannot make it to the event, but would like
be awarded the right to “own” the horse in the race. to participate in the Calcutta Draw, you may pre-
If your horse goes on to win the race, you will win a purchase the $10 tickets online. Gold Coast Turf Club
percentage of the overall prize pool on the night. will then email you your tickets and will advise if you
‘win’ a horse. Calcutta Draw will be conducted 7.30pm
We also conduct a raffle for those who just want Thursday the 9th of January at Aquis Park – Gold Coast
to purchase a simple $10 raffle ticket. The winning Turf Club followed by the Calcutta Auction at 8.30pm.
raffle ticket holder also receives a percentage of the
prize pool.
A remaining portion of the prize pool raised before
and on the night, is also donated to the National
Jockeys Trust to help support our magnificent jockeys
during times of need.
2YO TAB CALCUTTA $136.00 PP
THURSDAY 9TH JANUARY 2020 $1,360 FOR TABLES OF 10
CHECK-CIRCLE Canapes on arrival CHECK-CIRCLE Dessert
CHECK-CIRCLE Plated main meal (alternate drop) CHECK-CIRCLE 4 hour beverage package
FOR MORE DETAILS VISIT GCTC.COM.AU
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2020 The Star Gold Coast Magic Millions Raceday SATURDAY 11 JANUARY RACE PRIZES DISTANCE Magic Millions Maiden Plate (SW- 3 YOs & up) $250,000 + $1,500 trophies 1200 metres Magic Millions Country Cup (Qlty Hcp, special conditions) $250,000 + $1,500 trophies 1200 metres $1M Magic Millions QTIS Open (Qlty Hcp) $1,000,000 + $2,500 trophies 1300 metres $1M Magic Millions Trophy (Qlty Hcp) $1,000,000 + $2,500 trophies 2200 metres $1M Magic Millions Fillies and Mares (SW & P) $1,000,000 + $2,500 trophies 1300 metres $1M Magic Millions Cup (Qlty Hcp, restricted listed) $1,000,000 + $2,500 trophies 1400 metres $2M Gold Coast Magic Millions 3 YO GUINEAS $2,000,000 + 5,000 trophies 1400 metres (Restricted Listed- SW &P) $2M The Star Magic Millions 2YO Classic $2,000,000 + $5,000 trophies AD $500,000 1200 metres (Restricted Listed – SW) Racing Women’s Bonus + $3,000 trophy $1M Magic Millions Snippets $1,000,000 + $2,500 trophies 1200 metres 18 #MEMBERSFIRST | RACING AHEAD • ISSUE 54
The Magic Millions Top 10
1200M RACE SET WEIGHTS 2YO’S
01 Every Rose
$6.00 02 Stellar Pauline
$7.00 03 Dusty Tycoon
$11.00
04 Gotta Kiss
$11.00 05 Sancy
$11.00 06 Strike
$11.00
07 Tagaloa
$11.00 08 The Drinks Cart
$11.00 09 Euphoric Summer
$15.00
10 Hinchbeast
$15.00
The Magic Millions Guineas Top 10
1400M RACE SET WEIGHTS 3YO’S
01 Alligator Blood
$3.20 02 Diamond Thunder
$8.00
03 Exhilarates
$8.00
04 Grand Scholar
$11.00 05 Dubious
$15.00 06 Missile Mantra
$15.00
07 Astro Boy Toy
$26.00 08 Better Reflection
$26.00 09 Can't Be Done
$26.00
10 Cellarmaid
$26.00
RACING AHEAD • ISSUE 54 | #MEMBERSFIRST 19Keep Your Eyes Pealed!
They are young, committed individuals who have moved away
from home to pursue a challenging career in one of the nation’s
most competitive sporting industries.
Allan Chau
Allan Chau, 32 years old with an average riding weight of 54kg. Every inch of Al exudes enthusiasm and
ambition to ride and win! With an incredible 20% strike rate from his last 50 rides he has a few milestones
that he wants to achieve on our Gold Coast track.
WHERE DID YOU START RIDING? FAVOURITE HORSE YOU HAVE RIDDEN?
At 16 years old, I decided to get into horses. I was Hellbrooke. Been on him three times and got two
in the tafe course in Sydney and that was where I wins and a third! He has been a good horse to me.
met an ex jockey. He mentioned to me about my
height and how I could become a jockey. Ever WHAT MADE YOU BECOME A JOCKEY?
since then, it steered me to the right path and I Always had an interest in horses and riding but
never looked back. I had my first racing job riding didn’t know how to get there. No one in my family
trackwork for Rosehill’s Tim Waugh. Soon after I had was involved in racing or even horses so no real
my first race ride in 2004 when I was 18 and started back ground. I did not know which was the right
off in Hawkesbury. path to take. None of my friends or family had any
knowledge but I always had an interest and took
WHEN DID YOU COME TO THE COAST? the opportunity when it was presented to me.
I was an Apprentice, about 8 years ago. I had a few
race rides at GC and rode for Brian Guy, Bruce Hill FAVOURITE DAY TO RIDE?
and Morrisey. About 3 months ago I got injured. Whatever day I can ride a winner is a good day. Would
After that I struggled to get going again. That is what be excellent to get a ride on Magic Millions day. I can
brought me back to the GC in early September. tell you my least favourite day is Boxing day straight
after Christmas Day and you have to work off the
WHO IS THE MAIN TRAINER YOU RIDE FOR ON mince pies. It’s a toughie!
THE GC?
Scott Morrisey is my main supporter but I have
been lucky enough to pick up a few rides from
Michael Costa, Les Kelly and Gillian Heinrich.
WHAT IS YOUR TYPICAL WORK WEEK?
I ride trackwork 4 days a week but starting to cut
back to ride in Northern Rivers just over the border
at Ballina, Murwillumbah, Lismore and Grafton. Just
depends on the races. I try to ride trackwork as
much as possible to help support the local trainers.
SPORTING IDOL?
Don’t really have one. But I do have a goal that I
have set myself for the year and that is primarily
to beat Plummy (Ryan Plumb) and Dan Griffin
in the premiership. I am running second in the
premiership now and my mindset and drive is to
achieve that and that is my main focus.
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4Alex Patis
Alex Patis is the epiphany of small but mighty. Standing at a mere 5ft 2, 20-year-old Alex has been a force
to be reckoned with travelling from Gold Coast to Toowoomba, Ballina and Gatton. Her trainer and mentor
Helen Page has seen her strike rate improve from 8% to a staggering 16% in her recent rides. Primarily
based at the Gold Coast.
STARTED RIDING? WHAT IS YOUR TYPICAL WORK WEEK?
I have ridden my whole life but never touched Normally it would be Monday in NSW somewhere
a race horse until recently. I have only ridden in like Ballina, Tuesdays are normally jump outs or
races for over 12 months now. I started trackwork trials, Wednesdays are quiet and generally don’t
when I was 15 and progressed to jump outs and ride until Friday/Saturday. Sundays are little nippers
trials. I got into racing because my Dad owned race day with my family.
horses. He and I came to Magic Millions every year
for the past 12 years. WHAT MADE YOU WANT TO BE A JOCKEY?
I wanted a job that I could work with horses and
FAVOURITE HORSE YOU HAVE RIDDEN ? still survive life. They are expensive and I wanted a
I worked in Tasmania for a bit and met one of my job where I could be around them and still make a
favourite horses Enzian. It was in Tasmania where living. Someone said to me about riding trackwork
I was lucky enough to ride Mystic Journey. I was and then it just progressed to race riding and
lucky to be at the right stable at the right time and becoming a jockey.
be able to sit on a local legend.
SPORTING IDOL?
I look up to the likes of Craig Williams, Damien
Oliver. They are such great sporting idols in our
industry. I try to style myself around the likes of
Jamie Kah in the industry.
RACING AHEAD • ISSUE 54 | #MEMBERSFIRST 21Leah Kilner
It is probably easier to summarise Leah as the quietly confident achiever. Always smiling, she is like an assassin
on the race track, securing an 18% strike rate from her last 50 rides. Sitting comfortably at 54kg, 21 year old
Leah has a bright future ahead of her in the racing industry as she nears the end of her apprenticeship. A
Grafton based jockey, she frequents the Gold Coast every Saturday for mainly Les Kelly and his successful
team of horses as well as putting in the extra effort to make it for trackwork some mornings too.
STARTED RIDING? SPORTING IDOL?
I could ride a horse before a bike. Done pony club Blake Shinn, have always admired his riding.
and showing from the age of 3. Dad finally let me ride
trackwork at 18 and had my first race ride on Boxing HOW OFTEN DO YOU TRAIN?
Day 2017 and also got my first winner that day. I try to train as much as possible to keep my
weight down, whenever I am not in the car
FAVOURITE HORSE YOU HAVE RIDDEN ? heading to the races I am out walking and running.
I have had a few that hold a special spot, but I’d
have to say Charlee Bear, no champion but she was WHAT ELSE WOULD YOU DO IF YOU WERE NOT
to us. She was one Dad had brought as a yearling A JOCKEY?
and we broke her in together. I wasn’t race riding I would get involved with a stud and the breeding
at the time but I got to ride her near the end of her side of things.
career and she was my first provincial winner.
WHAT MADE YOU WANT TO BE A JOCKEY?
WHAT IS YOUR TYPICAL WORK WEEK? It’s the one thing I’ve always wanted to do. I was
Race days are usually 3-4 days a week, then there born into a large racing family. My dad was a jockey
is track work 6 mornings a week at home and I and now a trainer, my uncle Hunter Kilner a trainer
also ride at the Gold Coast once or twice a week. and pop Des was a bookmaker and I guess once it
is in the blood you can’t get it out.
All three jockeys are sitting on the Gold Coast Jockeys and Jockeys Apprentice
Premierships with Leah on top and Alex closing the gap. CHEER THEM ON!
22 #MEMBERSFIRST | RACING AHEAD • ISSUE 54For the past two years we have presented a spectacular celebration
on race day for Chinese New Year. The 2020 Chinese New Year will
celebrate the year of the rat.
As held previously, the lions and dragons will roam Members will be able to dine in the Gallery
the track, drums will beat loudly as they dance and Restaurant at spectacular prices of $63.75 per
entertain the crowds. The iconic red lanterns will be person for an unrivalled seafood buffet or for only
erected at the main entrance and an array of Asian $89.25 in the Skyline Restaurant for a prestigious
cuisine will be served throughout the race course. first class dining experience with breathtaking
Join us for a day of well wishes and great racing on views of the racecourse and the Gold Coast skyline.
the 25th of January.
RACING AHEAD • ISSUE 54 | #MEMBERSFIRST 232020 Aquis Park Jewel Raceday
In March 2018 we held the inaugural running of the QTIS race day
which exploded in 2019 to the QTIS $1.5 Million Race Day.
The QTIS Double Stakes Bonuses was available Similar to the January Magic Millions race day,
for any QTIS eligible winner on any of the seven both were coincided with the Magic Millions March
supporting races on the card. It meant if the winner sales to help promote the QTIS program and
of the $100k Goldmarket Handicap was QTIS further enhance the status of Queensland Bred race
eligible, the winning purse of $64,000 doubled to horses and the bonuses that a trainer and owner
$128,000. A similar method will be applied to the could achieve by supporting Queensland Racing.
2020 QTIS race day where bonuses will double The headline “buy QTIS now and race for $500k
most of the prizemoney available on the day. in March 2020” has now exceeded itself with even
more prize money enhancements scheduled for
The 2018 QTIS Jewel Series also delivered regional the third running of this major race day in 2020.
QTIS Double Stakes Bonuses, with the winners Racing Queensland is yet to finalise the prizemoney
of qualifiers held in Cairns (3YO), Townsville increases but as soon as they are released we will
(2YO), Mackay (3YO), Rockhampton (2YO) and be launching the race day.
Toowoomba (2YO) receiving ballot-free entry into
the rich Jewel events. Qualifying race days will take We will see a wealth of Queensland’s best take to
place again all over Queensland, giving winners of the stage to compete for millions of dollars’ worth
qualifying races the opportunity of free entry into of prizemoney on March 14th 2020. Packages will
the QTIS Jewel races. be released in the new year with the first accessible
by Members only as part of the Members First
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Winx Watch
While this time last year we were in awe of Winx and her incredible
winning streak and sitting patiently to hear of her next run, we are
now sitting patiently as we wait for other news about her…. The
mighty mare is soon to be a mum!
After finishing her career of 37 wins from 42 starts, Her owners confirmed she is successfully in-foal
her owners made some serious decisions about how to super sire I Am Invincible. With protocols akin
the mare would spend her retirement. Thankfully to Royal announcements, her pregnancy has been
they chose to pursue a career as a Brood Mare and delicately managed. They waited for her 45-day
appeased the worlds demands for a Winx II! scan before letting the world know that she had
been covered with success and just recently, her
With many suiters presenting themselves such team announced the due date of October 2020.
as Justify from Coolmore who won the US Triple
Crown, More Than Ready, another suiter from It will be a miracle for the foal to be born on the
America and Savabeel, a stallion based in New next Cox Plate Raceday but she is after all, a miracle
Zealand at Waikato Stud, Winx had the pick of in her own right.
the crop to choose from. But unfortunately for the
internationals, a local lad was chosen as her would
be prince charming.
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