When Moorefield Racecourse, Kogarah had its final race meeting on July 14, 1951 there were not many other sports or social activities to entertain the population. Racing was then well supported.
I remember my late father telling me that “he had attended Doncaster and Derby days with a 70,000 strong race crowd.” This simply does not happen today. Race crowds have declined in Australia, and wagering has also declined.
I have been a member of the ATC since 1987. I researched, wrote and self-published “The History of Moorefield Racecourse Kogarah, Sydney, Australia (1888-1951). This was launched in mid-2016 at James Cook Boys Technology High School, Kogarah, which is on the site of the old Racecourse I know a little, about the sale of a racecourse…
I fail to understand why the ATC needs a $5billion investment in racing. Most members would like to see the facilities urgently upgraded at Warwick Farm, and Canterbury.
Members don’t need a Life Style Club with a gym, bars and a pool at Randwick Racecourse. Yes, build more stables for the horses, and provide better viewing areas to provide for a better racing experience at Randwick Racecourse. Forget the rest.
Many in the racing industry, question the “misguided attempt” to bring what they see as progress to the racing industry in Sydney. Trainers such as Gai Waterhouse, John o ‘Shea and Chris Waller think so, as they are supporting the Save Rosehill Committee. I am supporting them with a No vote.
Anne Field
March 18 2025
