Broome Turf Club (inc)
| Broome Turf Club (inc) | |
| Racecourse Address: | Gantheaume Point Rd Broome. WA |
| Postal Address: | PO Box 330, Broome, WA 6725. |
| Manager’s Name: |
Paul Rossiter Personal Assistant Catalina Rodriguez |
| Manager’s Email: |
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| Manager’s Phone: | 0447565212 |
| Website: | www.broometurfclub.com.au |
| Racing Season: | 2020/21 Race dates: 29th June 21, 12th June 21, 27th June 21, 3rd July 21, 10th July 21, 23rd July 21 |
| Life Members: | K.A.S Male, M.R.Simmonds, J.F.Grimley, P.A. Grantham, Dr T O’Sullivan, Dr D Morrell, J.F.Moore, M.Mason, R Gardiner, R Johnston, D.J.Milner, E.J.Carroll, M Ferraz, R. Munro. |
| History: | Whilst there remains conjecture about its beginnings the centenary of the Broome Cup was celebrated in 1994, indicating that the first Broome Cup was run in 1894. However there appears to be evidence of some horse racing in Broome prior to that date. The first track was established close to the main town site adjacent to the airport. Some fifty years later a new track was carved out of the scrub at picturesque Gantheaume Point and within a stone throw of the world famous Cable Beach. This is an excellent location, almost surrounded by the Indian Ocean it benefits from cool breezes which are most welcome on race days in the hot and humid climate of the Kimberley. The beach is a major attraction for trainers and horses relocating from southern areas for the Pearl Coast Racing season. Club committees have strongly resisted numerous attempts to have the land resumed for other major tourism development and will continue to do so. A day at the Broome Races is a unique experience, where worldwide travellers mix with multicultural locals from all walks of life. Additional oncourse activities throughout the afternoon and evening are as entertaining as the horse racing is competitive. In the balmy tropical climate the post race party extends well into the evening and patrons are reluctant to leave. The ‘never fail’ weather of the Kimberley ‘dry season’ adds to the ambience of this truly unique location. Little wonder that those experiencing Broome Racing always return for more. At Gantheaume Point the track/weather report is always ‘fine and good’. |