Avoca Shire Turf Club is set to benefit from a $15,242 funding boost to upgrade their facilities and boost the race day experience as part of the Allan Labor Government’s ongoing investment in country racing.

Minister for Racing Anthony Carbines today announced more than $730,000 from the Regional Customer Facilities Program to improve racing infrastructure at 18 regional racing venues.

The Avoca Shire Turf Club will use the grant for the purchase of 30 large market umbrellas for shade and wet weather protection at Avoca and Kyneton racecourses.

Thoroughbred, harness and greyhound racing clubs will receive grants of up to $100,000 to deliver projects that upgrade function spaces, improve public amenities and purchase new equipment – ensuring racegoers and communities can enjoy these venues all year round.

Under the Regional Customer Facilities Program, funded through the Victorian Racing Industry Fund, regional race clubs can apply for grants to support projects that improve facilities and encourage greater community use.

The regional racing industry contributes $1.17 billion to the Victorian economy each year and supports more than 9,000 full-time equivalent jobs across the state.

Quotes attributable to Minister for Racing Anthony Carbines

“We’re proud to back our regional racing clubs – they’re at the heart of their communities and play a vital role in supporting local economies.”

“These grants will give racegoers and locals access to better facilities that can be enjoyed well beyond race days.”

“The regional racing industry contributes $1.17 billion to Victoria’s economy and supports around 9,000 full-time equivalent jobs across the state’s regions.”

Quotes attributable to Member for Ripon, Martha Haylett

“These upgrades will make the Avoca Shire Turf Club an even better place for people to come together – not just on race day, but all year round.”
 
“I’m proud to support the racing industry that gives back so much to rural and regional Victoria. Grants like this will help keep our turf clubs strong so they can keep delivering great events.”