TAB For Ever Posted 11 hours ago Share Posted 11 hours ago Yes possums so much happening in Auckland this weekend.....but with so much on and the cone boys never resting , you need to add a bit of travel time. Not only is NZ's most impressive ,amazing race day happening at NZ's only International racecourse but there is a ton of other stuff on too to suit all budgets.....much of it free too! And something for everyone so the missus or family has NO reason to keep you away from Champions Day , which gotta be the greatest day ever ..and only 8 min drive from CBD. Get up up here on Friday , Southerners can leave their raincoats and winter woolies behind. Auckland Arts Festival getting into full swing....SIX the Musical is 90 min great entertainment while Tammy Neilson among many others has shows on ,plus so much live music around the City ,much of it free. Friday night cross code Racing fans can attend Alexandra Park ,no bookings necessary..free parking ,free race book and free water supplied ! A few mins away the Blues Rugby team will be trying to show why they the current Super Champs. Come Saturday and so much on ...add travel time ..the Pasifica Festival usually huge and these events go into Sunday. For the kids ,there plenty happening.....a great Zoo and a some kids stuff at the races too....kids karts on display at trots , and free entertainment at Champions Day. The missus needs to enter the Fashion event while Dad joins the BGP room and competes in free picking Comp with huge cash prizes . Free shoe shine and comfortable seating wherever you on course. The afterparty at Ellerslie gonna be something special ! Great music and DJ's. If this South Islander can enjoy it you can too....gumboots and jandals OK in public stand with great viewing but if you want to mix in with the Jaffas try to bring a little decorum....and leave the envy and cynicism at the gates. Warning..Parking at a premium ,and bet sensibly ! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLB2.0 Posted 11 hours ago Share Posted 11 hours ago Only 8min from the CBD? Takes me 10 min just to get out of the city 😄 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Stipe Posted 11 hours ago Share Posted 11 hours ago 20 minutes ago, TAB For Ever said: And something for everyone so the missus or family has NO reason to keep you away from Champions Day , which gotta be the greatest day ever ..and only 8 min drive from CBD. 8 mins? Yeah in an ambulance with a Police escort! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huey Posted 11 hours ago Share Posted 11 hours ago Agree I think it will be huge at Ellerslie Saturday, can't wait for the wall to wall coverage and I've set on Hankee Alpha and Penman to Quinella the race that stops a "sales complex!" 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murray Fish Posted 10 hours ago Share Posted 10 hours ago 1 hour ago, TAB For Ever said: leave the envy and cynicism at the gates Enjoy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Stipe Posted 9 hours ago Share Posted 9 hours ago Can you imagine @Huey and @TAB For Ever at the same leaner in a bar? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huey Posted 9 hours ago Share Posted 9 hours ago 1 minute ago, Chief Stipe said: Can you imagine @Huey and @TAB For Ever at the same leaner in a bar? I couldn't afford to drink at the bars he drinks in . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Stipe Posted 8 hours ago Share Posted 8 hours ago 26 minutes ago, Huey said: I couldn't afford to drink at the bars he drinks in . Hence you mow your own lawns. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAB For Ever Posted 8 hours ago Author Share Posted 8 hours ago 3 hours ago, SLB2.0 said: Only 8min from the CBD? Takes me 10 min just to get out of the city 😄 I used to have a car like that ! ps..it actually less if you close to an on-ramp for Southern Motorway !Hobson or Symonds St Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLB2.0 Posted 7 hours ago Share Posted 7 hours ago To be fair, I'm on Commerce St, and I could get to Ellerslie in 8min if I leave at around 3am. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bloke Posted 7 hours ago Share Posted 7 hours ago 4 hours ago, TAB For Ever said: Yes possums so much happening in Auckland this weekend.....but with so much on and the cone boys never resting , you need to add a bit of travel time. Not only is NZ's most impressive ,amazing race day happening at NZ's only International racecourse but there is a ton of other stuff on too to suit all budgets.....much of it free too! And something for everyone so the missus or family has NO reason to keep you away from Champions Day , which gotta be the greatest day ever ..and only 8 min drive from CBD. Get up up here on Friday , Southerners can leave their raincoats and winter woolies behind. Auckland Arts Festival getting into full swing....SIX the Musical is 90 min great entertainment while Tammy Neilson among many others has shows on ,plus so much live music around the City ,much of it free. Friday night cross code Racing fans can attend Alexandra Park ,no bookings necessary..free parking ,free race book and free water supplied ! A few mins away the Blues Rugby team will be trying to show why they the current Super Champs. Come Saturday and so much on ...add travel time ..the Pasifica Festival usually huge and these events go into Sunday. For the kids ,there plenty happening.....a great Zoo and a some kids stuff at the races too....kids karts on display at trots , and free entertainment at Champions Day. The missus needs to enter the Fashion event while Dad joins the BGP room and competes in free picking Comp with huge cash prizes . Free shoe shine and comfortable seating wherever you on course. The afterparty at Ellerslie gonna be something special ! Great music and DJ's. If this South Islander can enjoy it you can too....gumboots and jandals OK in public stand with great viewing but if you want to mix in with the Jaffas try to bring a little decorum....and leave the envy and cynicism at the gates. Warning..Parking at a premium ,and bet sensibly ! It sounds like a good day but how many champions will be there? I cannot think of any. The TV Ad says there will be 14 in the The Raffle Race which is clearly a false claim and makes our industry look stupid. Also, will the cost of this be worth it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doomed Posted 7 hours ago Share Posted 7 hours ago 11 minutes ago, Bloke said: It sounds like a good day but how many champions will be there? I cannot think of any. The TV Ad says there will be 14 in the The Raffle Race which is clearly a false claim and makes our industry look stupid. Also, will the cost of this be worth it? I suppose the only way we will know if the cost is worth it will be if a big crowd turns up for the next Ellerslie meeting about a month after this one. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Stipe Posted 6 hours ago Share Posted 6 hours ago 33 minutes ago, Bloke said: It sounds like a good day but how many champions will be there? I cannot think of any. The TV Ad says there will be 14 in the The Raffle Race which is clearly a false claim and makes our industry look stupid. It only looks stupid to those who are already hooked in racing. 34 minutes ago, Bloke said: Also, will the cost of this be worth it? Ask the Slot Holders who have put the money up. The rest is marketing which the industry desperately needs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Stipe Posted 6 hours ago Share Posted 6 hours ago 22 minutes ago, Doomed said: suppose the only way we will know if the cost is worth it will be if a big crowd turns up for the next Ellerslie meeting about a month after this one. Why would that be the only measure of success? There are numerous others that are more relevant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curious Posted 6 hours ago Share Posted 6 hours ago 4 minutes ago, Chief Stipe said: There are numerous others that are more relevant. Punting revenue? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doomed Posted 6 hours ago Share Posted 6 hours ago 2 minutes ago, curious said: Punting revenue? Don't be silly. That doesn't count any more. Get with the times. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bloke Posted 6 hours ago Share Posted 6 hours ago 19 minutes ago, Chief Stipe said: It only looks stupid to those who are already hooked in racing. Ask the Slot Holders who have put the money up. The rest is marketing which the industry desperately needs. I was alluding to the whole day's racing. There are some massive stakes apart from the raffle race. No problem with marketing but at least they can be honest ("14 Champions" is just more hyperbole). Reminds me of Weaver, The Auckland Cup run on a Wednesday according to him was going to be "The Race That Stopped Two Nations" 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLB2.0 Posted 6 hours ago Share Posted 6 hours ago I think Saturday will be one of the bigger turnover days of the year (Australian racing included) - and if you fancy backing No.1 runners, Ellerslie could be profitable. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Stipe Posted 5 hours ago Share Posted 5 hours ago 38 minutes ago, SLB2.0 said: I think Saturday will be one of the bigger turnover days of the year (Australian racing included) - and if you fancy backing No.1 runners, Ellerslie could be profitable. I tend to agree. They may not make a profit but turnover will be well up coupled with some great racing from Flemington. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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