DERBY DAY 2018 Saturday 3 November - Newcastle Jockey Club

 
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DERBY DAY 2018 Saturday 3 November - Newcastle Jockey Club
DERBY DAY 2018
               Saturday 3 November
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DERBY DAY 2018 Saturday 3 November - Newcastle Jockey Club
Newcastle Racecourse
Celebrate your Christmas party at the Newcastle Racecourse, with the thrill and excitement of a day at the
races. Enjoy fine food and premium beverages, while celebrating the year that was. Offering thundering
hooves just meters away the Newcastle Racecourse is the perfect place for treating your colleagues this
Christmas. Experience VRC Derby Day in your finest black and white. Please contact the Events team for
further information on race days and packages.

      Ph: 4961 1573 or email EVENTS@NJC.COM.AU or visit NEWCASTLERACECOURSE.COM.AU
DERBY DAY 2018 Saturday 3 November - Newcastle Jockey Club
Saturday 3 November
Spring Racing at its' finest - join us at Newcastle Racecourse as we celebrate the VRC Derby Day in black & white
with style. This is a not to be missed event on the racing calendar, with quality Group racing live from Victoria
and a stellar line up from local trainers on the beautiful manicured turf of Newcastle Racecourse.

 VIP DERBY DAY MARQUEE $150 per person

 Overlooking the home straight the Trackside Marquee offers the perfect trackside location to experience
 first class hospitality at the races. Experience the thunder of hooves while indulging in fine food and
 premium beverages in this fully carpeted, air-conditioned venue.

 Inclusions:
 - Racecourse Admission
 - Reserved seat
 - Three course lunch
 - Premium five hour beverage package
 - Live entertainment & guest speaker
 - Betting facilities
 - One racebook per two guests

 STABLES MARQUEE               $135 per person

 Enjoy the Derby Day Stables Marquee Experience great views of the Parade Ring and Winning Post with
 fine food and premium beverages

 Inclusions:
 - Racecourse Admission
 - Buffet lunch
 - Five hour standard beverage package
 - Live entertainment
 - Betting facilities
 - One racebook per two guests
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Saturday 3 November
CHEVALS RESTAURANT            $125 per guest     $115 per Member

With panoramic views of the Racecourse, full bar and tote facilities, Chevals Restaurant is the ideal venue to
experience an exceptional race day experience.

Inclusions:

- Racecourse Admission, Members Enclosure and Grandstand
  access
- Reserved seat
- Gourmet buffet lunch
- One racebook per two guests

MARK MURPHY LOUNGE                $22 per guest       $10 per Member
Enjoy a relaxed day at the races in the Mark Murphy Lounge, Newcastle Racecourses' hidden gem! Offering
exceptional panoramic views of the track and Winning Post, air conditioned, equipped with full bar and
betting facilities, the Mark Murphy Lounge is the perfect venue for your social catch-up with friends or
colleagues.

Inclusions:

- Racecourse Admission
- Public Grandstand
  access
- Reserved seat
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Saturday 3 November
MEMBERS LOUNGE                  $66 per guest       $10 per Member
The Members' Lounge offers a great race day experience for our Members and Guests, complete with TAB
facilities, bar and catering.

Inclusions:
- Racecourse Admission
- Members Enclosure and Grandstand access
- Reserved seat

GENERAL ADMISSION / ASCOT BAR / PUBLIC GRANDSTAND                                $12 per person
The Ascot Bar is the ideal place to catch up with friends to enjoy the races! The recently renovated chic
venue offers full bar and TAB facilities. Enjoy live music in the Ascot Bar on race day whilst you indulge in
full access to the front lawn area and public grandstand. Pre-ordered platters are available to order prior
to the race day for collection on the day.

Inclusions:

- Racecourse Admission
- Public Grandstand access
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Platter Menu
Platters can be ordered for all reserved table bookings or as a take away. All platters must be pre-ordered by
12pm Wednesday prior to a race day (based on Saturday race meeting)
Antipasto Platter                                               Seafood Platter
$85.00 per platter                                              $175.00 per platter
Suits approx. 5-10 people                                       Suits approx. 5-10 people
A selection of artisan charcuterie, char-grilled                Freshly shucked oysters, fresh prawns, Atlantic
Mediterranean vegetables, Sicilian olives with toasted          smoked salmon, fried soft shell crab, beer battered
Turkish bread.                                                  flathead fillets salt and pepper squid with caper
                                                                mayonnaise, fresh salad and fruit
Hot Finger Food Platter
$70.00 per platter                                              Cheese Platter
Suits approx. 5 people                                          $65.00 per platter
Selection of gourmet petite pies, marinated chicken wings,      Suits approx. 5-10 people
prawn twisters, beer battered flathead fillets, potato wedges   A selection of Australian cheese with quince paste,
and a selection of dipping sauces.                              muscatels and lavosh

Gourmet Sandwich Platter                                        Sweet Platter
$75.00 per platter                                              $70.00 per platter
Suits approx. 5 -10 people                                      30 pieces
Assorted Selection of sandwiches and mini rolls                 Selection of mini cakes, petit fours and macaroons

Trio of Dips Platter                                            Gluten Free Platter
$55.00 per platter                                              $60.00 per platter
Suits approx. 5 people                                          Suits approx. 2 -3 people
Chefs Selection of house made dips, with char grilled           Souvlaki Chicken Skewers, Wild Mushroom
Turkish and crisp flat bread                                    Arancini, Bocconcini & Cherry Tomato Skewers,
                                                                Vietnamese Rice Paper Rolls, Smoked Salmon Dill &
Assorted Sushi Platter                                          Caper Rolls
$95.00 per platter
25 pieces
A selection of nigari and nori sushi served with wasabi, soy
sauce and pickled ginger                                        Platters ordered as takeaway can be collected from
                                                                the Ascot Bar at the time nominated by you.
Seasonal Fresh Fruit Platter                                    If you have reserved a table in Members’ or Mark
$55.00 per platter                                              Murphy Lounge, these will be delivered to your table
Suits approx. 5 people                                          within half an hour of your nominated time.

Vegetarian options and dietary requirements available on request
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Booking Terms and Conditions
Reservations, Payments and Guest Numbers
   − Trackside and Stables Marquee require a deposit of 25% of the total cost, to be paid at time of booking. The balance of the
     payment and final guest numbers is required no later than Friday 5th October 2018. Please note we do not 'hold' dates or take
     tentative bookings.
   − Chevals Restaurant requires a deposit of 50% of the total cost to be paid at time of booking for any booking with 30 guests or
     more. Any booking under 30 guests requires full payment at time of booking.
   − Members Lounge and Mark Murphy Lounge require full payment at time of booking.
   − Bookings will be confirmed on receipt of a deposit. Payments can be made by cash, cheque or credit card (VISA or MasterCard)
   − For the safety of patrons and staff, the Racecourse reserves the right to re-allocate venues or cancel a function if it is deemed that
     patrons and staff will be at risk from factors that may include environment or Workplace Health and Safety issues. Newcastle
     Racecourse will allow transfer of a function to another date without penalty subject to the following: a written request is made by
     the Event Organiser with at least 28 days’ notice; the deposit will be transferred if the function is moved to within 28 days of the
     original date; any transfer within 28 days will be treated as a cancellation; and subject to the availability of a suitable room within
     the 28-day period. Seven days’ notice required for reductions in number, after this no refund will be given.

Booking Conditions
The function organiser must declare the purpose of the function and provide a driver’s license number. Newcastle Racecourse is a
licensed venue and a condition of this license prohibits entry for ‘bucks’ parties. All guests associated with your booking must accept
eviction if your booking is subsequently identified as an undisclosed ‘bucks’ party and there will be no refunds or reimbursements. Our
Liquor license does permit hens parties but no adult entertainment is permitted.

Ticketing
Ticketing will be forwarded after final payment is received. The perforated section of the ticket will gain guests entry to the racecourse,
while the remainder of the ticket must be displayed to allow security and staff to identify guests in the function venue. Newcastle
Racecourse will take no responsibility for lost or stolen tickets.

Menu Confirmation
All menus must be confirmed at least three (3) weeks prior to the function date. This also includes dietary requirements. The Racecourse
reserves the right to substitute dishes if seasonal influence results in ingredient unavailability.

Pricing
All prices quoted are subject to change. A deposit will secure the menu at the time the price is quoted.

Children
Children may attend functions but it should be noted that all function venues are licensed and all persons under the age of eighteen (18)
must be supervised by a parent or legal guardian at all times. It is against the law for persons under the age of eighteen (18) to consume
alcohol or gamble. Please contact the Events team to inquire about children's pricing to attend events at the Racecourse.

Dress Standards
With any race day comes the on course fashion, and Newcastle Racecourse is all about dressing to impress. Put your best foot forward
and embrace the race day style, making your day at Newcastle Racecourse a memorable occasion. Newcastle Racecourse encourages all
to celebrate the history and exhilaration of racing, and dress up for the premier social occasions of the year. From the finest dresses, the
most exquisite millinery, and the elegance of a well-tailored suit, fashion sets the tone for a day of racing Newcastle Racecourse.
Please take the time to read the most up to date dress regulations for the different areas of the Racecourse on the Racecourse website
listed below so as to avoid the potential embarrassment of being refused entry.
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Booking Terms and Conditions
Decorations
Please see your Event Coordinator for permitted decorations. Please note balloons are not permitted on race days.

Responsible Service of Alcohol
Newcastle Racecourse has taken measures to ensure that patrons enjoy alcohol without danger to themselves, fellow patrons and staff.
Staff have been trained in the practices of R.S.A. and Management supports the actions of staff in refusing service to intoxicated,
disorderly or underage patrons.
A few house rules include;
         No jugs of spirits or beer
         No shots or double measures of spirits or liqueurs
         Maximum of 4 drinks per customer - may be revised during the day back to 2 or 1
         Plastic beer and wine cups to be used in all public areas.
For complete liquor license conditions, please visit newcastleracecourse.com.au

ATM Facilities
There are 3 ATM’s located on the ground floor at the centre of the Betting Ring, near the Members Entry gates.

Wheelchair Access
Some of our function venues have limited wheelchair access. Please contact Newcastle Racecourse’s Events Department for the best
access points.

NSW Non-Smoking Law
NSW tobacco laws prohibit smoking in any spectator areas of Newcastle Racecourse, including all function venues and the undercover
Betting Ring, Grandstands, Marquee and public lawns. Smoking however is permitted in our designated smoking areas. Please note
NSW Health Officers visit the venue on a regular basis to impose these laws.
You risk a $150 on-the-spot fine if you are caught breaking these laws.

Cancellation of the Races Due to Bad Weather
If a race meeting is cancelled prior to a race being run, it is left to NJC discretion whether the function will continue or be cancelled. If
the races are cancelled The NJC will usually hold a ‘Phantom Race Meeting'.
A Phantom Meeting is held when the condition of the track prevents the safe running of the event. The Club will provide betting facilities
for all other local and interstate meetings. Full monies will be refunded to the client for a cancelled function under these circumstances.
If a race is run and then the meeting is cancelled, the function will go ahead regardless.

Race Day Times
Gate opening times vary throughout the year however they will usually be approximately 1 hour prior to the first scheduled Newcastle
race. Times will be posted on our website at newcastleracecourse.com.au on the Thursday prior to the Saturday meeting.

Food Policy
Patrons are permitted to bring picnic style food and snacks onto the course including finger foods and non-perishable items. Disposable
or plastic cutlery only. No metal cutlery, knives of any sort or glass are permitted onto the course. Patrons may only consume their
picnics in open spaces and grassed areas and NOT in our pre-booked function and dining areas. No beverages are allowed.
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