curious Posted October 3 Share Posted October 3 NZTR would like to provide an update on recent developments concerning the Avondale Jockey Club and the future of the Avondale racetrack. No images? Click here NZTR and Avondale Jockey Club Endorse Memorandum of Understanding New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing (NZTR) would like to provide an update on recent developments concerning the Avondale Jockey Club (AJC) and the future of the Avondale racetrack. In recent months, NZTR and AJC have been working together to discuss the future of the Avondale racecourse once racing concludes at the venue after the 2025/26 season. On 16 September 2024 NZTR and AJC signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that outlines shared intentions and the collaborative process both parties will follow in the coming months to attempt to finalise an agreement on the future of the racecourse. “NZTR and AJC have worked together in good faith to reach an agreement on the future of the Club’s racecourse.” – Bruce Sharrock, CEO NZTR “We are pleased with the progress throughout our conversations as we work to mutually agree on the pathway forward.” Avondale Jockey Club will host a members-only forum 21 October to discuss the MOU with their membership, alongside NZTR representatives, and will answer any questions concerning the process at that time. NZTR would like to thank AJC as we work toward the best outcome for the Club, West Auckland and broader racing communities. Corporate Communications New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing Contact: Catlyn Calder +64 27 252 2803 nztrcommunications@nztr.co.nz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curious Posted October 3 Author Share Posted October 3 The heralded announcement which says nothing. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Stipe Posted October 3 Share Posted October 3 Where's the MOU? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murray Fish Posted October 3 Share Posted October 3 20 minutes ago, Chief Stipe said: Where's the MOU? Money Overs Unders weather the awaiting Lawyer$ will make $10,000,000 when the shit starts to hit the fan! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeynz Posted October 3 Share Posted October 3 So if Avondale close where will they race? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Stipe Posted October 3 Share Posted October 3 24 minutes ago, mikeynz said: So if Avondale close where will they race? Ruakaka 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeynz Posted October 4 Share Posted October 4 3 hours ago, Chief Stipe said: Ruakaka Maybe Avondale should form a coalition with Ruakaka and setup a complex and have more winter racing there, otherwise they will have no idendity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Stipe Posted October 4 Share Posted October 4 1 hour ago, mikeynz said: Maybe Avondale should form a coalition with Ruakaka and setup a complex and have more winter racing there, otherwise they will have no idendity. I know it is an out there idea but it has merit. But only if they also turn it into a state of the art training centre. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huey Posted October 4 Share Posted October 4 An announcement about a pending state of war , to let the peasants in the industry know they are coming for your land! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curious Posted October 4 Author Share Posted October 4 27 minutes ago, Chief Stipe said: But only of they also turn it into a state of the art training centre. That's a brilliant idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeynz Posted October 4 Share Posted October 4 It's not as silly as it seems, setup a complex where they could race regularly through the winter months especially. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Stipe Posted October 4 Share Posted October 4 19 minutes ago, curious said: That's a brilliant idea. It isn't that brilliant. But it is a combination of a lot of ideas that I've heard recently. Trainers from south of Auckland and the Waikato would love a satellite training facility at Ruakaka. Let's face it Pukekohe is stuffed. Racing every two weeks during the late autumn and the winter would work. Sure the track needs a bit of work but they have the land, a big beach and a lot of keen people. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murray Fish Posted October 4 Share Posted October 4 Is Vince Mid still this side of the pearly gates? He always come to mind when Avondale gets mentioned. I feel a bit privileged too have got to work at a couple of these Night Avondale Cup nights! When they started we didn't know if our camera gear could handle the night lighting! Helpful also when a good mate rides the winner on the Cup and we were all On! 16 minutes ago, Huey said: An announcement about a pending state of war , to let the peasants in the industry know they are coming for your land! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murray Fish Posted October 4 Share Posted October 4 7 hours ago, curious said: Avondale Jockey Club will host a members-only forum 21 October to discuss the MOU with their membership, alongside NZTR representatives, and will answer any questions concerning the process at that time. I hope the Club get to prepare well for this sort of meeting! Anyone know a current member? Vince? Vince? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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