August 2025 – Racing Update
Friday 1 Aug, 2025
Hello all club and racing section members.
I’d firstly like to thank all those who attended our race day event at Addington raceway on the 6th of July. From what I believe and experienced it was a fabulous day for all.
We had a draw for our section members so they could be an owner for the day, the winners got to go to the stables and meet the horse and the trainer and driver. This added a great buzz to the day and ‘The beautiful Tyson’ (EDICT) got second so it was a super experience for the lucky four ladies that won this prize.
Even though the wallet $$ left a bit lighter than when I arrived, we all had many laughs and friendly BANTER throughout the day.
We had the pleasure of hosting both New Brighton Club and Kaiapoi Club and we had the first of many Punters Club Challenge. Unfortunately, we lost the inaugural Challenge Cup Trophy to the New Brighton Club. Congratulations New Brighton we will get you next time.
For those that haven’t joined but would like to join a friendly social section, subs are only $20.00. We would love to see you.
The first A – Z competition winners will be announced on the 24th August and it’s still tight at the top with only three weeks to go. On this day we will have a Sunday Session for all our Racing section members as well as paying out our A-Z winners.
The section is in the process of organising a bus to the Ashburton gallops on 19th October so pencil that date on your calendar (more details to come) and please keep an eye out for the sign-up sheet on our notice board so you don’t miss out.
Stay warm out there and good luck with your wee flutters.
Go the ALL BLACKS.
Andy Rowe and BJ