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TRackside marquee
Corporate & Group Events
The Trackside Marquee offers a dynamic, flexible space for corporate functions, group celebrations and large-scale events. Positioned trackside with direct views of the action, it provides a premium marquee experience ideal for entertaining clients or hosting standout events.
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chevals restaurant
Corporate & Private Dining
Chevals Restaurant is Newcastle Racecourseโs premier private dining venue, ideal for corporate events, client entertaining and executive functions. Featuring uninterrupted views, a refined trackside setting and an inclusive buffet by Chef Mark Davies, it delivers polished, premium hospitality.
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the courtyard room
Corporate Functions & Meetings
The Courtyard Room is a versatile indoor venue designed for corporate meetings, presentations and private events. Offering a modern, flexible layout within Newcastle Racecourse, itโs ideal for businesses seeking a professional setting with seamless event delivery.
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latest news & highlights
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Provincial Racing News November 10 2026 LEES KEEN TO MAKE IT EIGHTH TIME LUCKY IN THE HUNTER NOVEMBER 10, 2026: KRIS Lees has had runners in all seven runnings of his home trackโs richest race โ and been placed in four of them. He will be back at Broadmeadow on Saturday keen to get a breakthrough in the eighth edition…
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FORSTER โKICKING UPโ FOR A NEWCASTLE FEATURE BREAKTHROUGH NOVEMBER 9, 2026: BRISBANE trainer Desleigh Forster is making another Newcastle foray for The Hunter meeting โ this time aiming at the Spring Stakes. Forster has confirmed plans to start promising youngster Kickup Rocky in Saturdayโs $250,000 Group 3 1600m feature for three-year-olds. Former Melbourne jockey Daniel Moor, now based in Brisbane,…
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Hot Dub Time Machine is heading back to Newcastle Racecourse this November, bringing its party through the decades show to one of the cityโs biggest race events of the year. The popular party starter will headline the entertainment lineup at this yearโs Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day following a hugely popular performance on Boxing Day 2025. This time, Hot Dub…
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Throwing it back to The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day 2025, when Coal Crusher made history! ๐
Trained by Joe Pride and ridden by Chad Schofield, Coal Crusher stormed to victory in the $1 MILLION The Hunter, becoming the first horse in the race`s history to claim the title TWICE, following his first win in 2023! ๐๐
Now, we`re just days away from another unforgettable chapter in The Hunter`s history.
Who will take home the $1 MILLION prize in 2026? ๐
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Saturday 14 November
๐๏ธ General Admission just $40
๐ถ Hot Dub Time Machine LIVE after the last!
Secure your tickets via the link in bio.
Our Golden Horseshoe Hunt officially came to an end on Friday morning, with the fifth and final horseshoe discovered at Newcastle Racecourse at 7am! ๐
After five days of clues, searching and excitement across Newcastle, it was only fitting that our final golden prize was found right here at the home of The Hunter!
The discovery coincided with our Sponsors Breakfast and Media Call ahead of The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day, where we also announced our 2027 Faces of The Hunter and heard from Kris Lees, Josh from The Newcastle Herald and Clerk of the Course, Candice.
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who got involved in the hunt, followed the clues and joined in on the fun! ๐
Now, all eyes are on The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day THIS SATURDAY, 14 NOVEMBER! ๐
๐๏ธ $40 General Admission tickets, featuring Hot Dub Time Machine LIVE after the last race!
Secure your tickets via the link in our bio! ๐
๐ฅ FINAL CHANCE! LESS THAN 20 TICKETS REMAINING! ๐จ
The Hunter Lawn Garden Party is almost SOLD OUT! ๐ฅ
With fewer than 20 places remaining, this is your last chance to secure your spot at one of the most sought-after hospitality experiences at The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day! ๐โจ
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Saturday 14 November
๐๏ธ Don`t miss out! Secure your tickets NOW via the link in bio before they`re gone!
๐จ ONE WEEK TO GO, NEWCASTLE! ๐ฅ๐ง
This time next week, The Hunter will be in FULL SWING! ๐
World-famous DJ Hot Dub Time Machine LIVE after the last race, $1 MILLION racing, epic entertainment and so much moreโฆ ALL FOR JUST $40! ๐คฏ
One ticket. One massive day. One unforgettable party! ๐
๐๏ธ Donโt miss out! Secure your $40 GA tickets NOW via the link in bio!
๐๐ THATโS A WRAP ON THE GOLDEN HORSESHOE HUNT!
The fifth and FINAL Golden Horseshoe has officially been FOUND! ๐
A huge congratulations to our five lucky winners and THANK YOU to everyone who joined the hunt across Newcastle! ๐
The hunt might be over, but the excitement is only just beginning! ๐
๐ $1 MILLION Newcastle Herald Hunter
๐ถ Hot Dub Time Machine LIVE after the last
๐บ Hot Potato Band and more!
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Saturday 14 November
๐ Newcastle Racecourse
Didnโt find a Golden Horseshoe? You can still join the fun!
๐๏ธ GA tickets are just $40! Secure yours NOW via the link in our bio!
๐จ๐ 30 MINUTES UNTIL THE FINAL GOLDEN HORSESHOE HUNT! ๐๐จ
Newcastle, THIS IS IT! The countdown is officially ON! โฐ๐
We gave you a 12-hour head start with last nightโs clue, and now thereโs just 30 MINUTES TO GO until our fifth and FINAL Golden Horseshoe Hunt begins!
Have you cracked the riddle? ๐๐
๐ THINK YOU KNOW THE LOCATION?
Make your way to where you think the Golden Horseshoe is hiding and get ready! The gates will OPEN AT 7:00AM SHARP, officially kicking off our FINAL hunt!
๐ ONE LAST EPIC PRIZE PACKAGE IS UP FOR GRABS!
๐ฅ $500 hospitality voucher
๐๏ธ 6 x GA tickets to The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day
๐ $150 Uber voucher
๐พ Reserved table
๐ Newcastle Racecourse merchandise
All to experience The Hunter on Saturday 14 November, featuring the $1 MILLION Newcastle Herald Hunter and HOT DUB TIME MACHINE LIVE after the last! ๐ถ
โฐ GATES OPEN AT 7:00AM SHARP!
Be there, be ready and get set to hunt! ๐
FIVE DAYS. FIVE HORSESHOES. ONE FINAL WINNER! ๐
๐๐ THE FINAL GOLDEN HORSESHOE HUNT IS ALMOST HERE! ๐๐
Newcastle, this is it! The FIFTH and FINAL day of our Golden Horseshoe Hunt is happening TOMORROW, and we`re changing things up for the grand finale! ๐
We`re releasing our final clue 12 HOURS EARLY! That`s right, you`ve got all night to crack the riddle and plan your hunt! ๐
๐ YOUR FINAL RIDDLE:
Where thunder rolls but skies stay clear,
And cheers of victory fill the air.
The final hunt is close to home,
Where horses race and champions roam.
Think you know where it is? ๐
โฐ The final Golden Horseshoe will be hidden at 7AM TOMORROW, Friday 6 November!
๐ YOUR FINAL CHANCE TO WIN:
๐ฅ $500 hospitality voucher
๐๏ธ 6 x GA tickets to The Hunter
๐ $150 Uber voucher
๐พ Reserved table
๐ Newcastle Racecourse merchandise
All in celebration of The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day on Saturday 14 November, featuring the $1 MILLION Newcastle Herald Hunter and world-famous DJ Hot Dub Time Machine LIVE after the last!
Five days. Five horseshoes. Five lucky winners.
๐ ONE LAST CHANCE TO STRIKE GOLD! You`ve got the clue, now it`s time to make your plan! Set your alarms and get ready to hunt from 7AM tomorrow!
T&C`s apply, head to the link in our bio
๐๐ WINNER NUMBER 4 HAS STRUCK GOLD! โจ
Another day, another Golden Horseshoe FOUND! ๐๐ฅ
A massive congratulations to our fourth lucky winner, who cracked the clue, tracked down the gold and scored an EPIC race day prize package! ๐ฅ๐๏ธ
Thatโs FOUR horseshoes down and just ONE to go! ๐
๐จ TOMORROW IS THE GRAND FINALE! ๐จ
Weโre going BIG for our final hunt, with one last chance to score the ultimate experience at The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day on Saturday 14 November!
Keep your eyes on our socials tonight for the final location reveal. You wonโt want to miss this one! ๐๐
#GoldenHorseshoeHunt #NewcastleRacecourse #TheHunterRaceDay #NewcastleEvents
๐ DAY 4: THE HUNT CONTINUES!*๐
Another day, another Golden Horseshoe, another chance to WIN BIG!
We`re getting closer to the finish line, but there`s still gold to be found around Newcastle. ๐
๐ TODAY`S CLUE:
Where ocean waves meet waters still,
And salty air brings a morning chill.
No need to dive or take a splash,
Just find the gold before you dash. ๐
Think you`ve solved it? Don`t waste time!
โฐ 7AM โ THE HUNT IS LIVE!
The first person to discover today`s Golden Horseshoe will win a prize package including 6 x GA tickets to The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day, a $500 hospitality voucher, $150 Uber voucher, reserved table and Newcastle Racecourse merchandise!
๐ถ Hot Dub Time Machine after the last
๐ $1 MILLION Newcastle Herald Hunter
๐ An unforgettable day trackside!
T&C`s apply, head to the link in our bio.
๐บ BIG BRASS. BIG BEATS. BIG RACE DAY ENERGY! ๐ฅ
The incredible Hot Potato Band is bringing their infectious energy, epic brass beats and non-stop party vibes to The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day! ๐ถ
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Saturday 14 November
And guess what? You can experience it all for JUST $40! ๐คฏ
Your General Admission ticket includes:
๐บ Hot Potato Band LIVE at the gates
๐ง World-famous DJ Hot Dub Time Machine after the last race
๐ Thrilling live racing featuring the $1 MILLION The Hunter
๐ถ Live DJs and so much more!
๐๏ธ Grab your $40 GA tickets now via the link in bio!
๐๐ THREE DOWN, TWO TO GO! ๐๐
The Golden Horseshoe Hunt is heating up! ๐ฅ
A huge congratulations to our DAY 3 WINNER, who cracked the clue, tracked down the golden horseshoe and scored an incredible prize package for The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day! ๐๐ฅ
Thatโs three golden horseshoes found, but weโre not finished yet! ๐
๐ TWO MORE DAYS. TWO MORE CHANCES TO WIN!
Keep your eyes on our socials at 7AM tomorrow for your next clue. Could you be our next lucky winner? ๐โจ
#GoldenHorseshoeHunt #NewcastleRacecourse #TheHunterRaceDay #NewcastleNSW
๐ HALFWAY THROUGH THE HUNT!*๐
Three days. Three golden opportunities. Have you cracked the clues yet? ๐
Day 3 is HERE, and we`ve hidden another Golden Horseshoe somewhere in Newcastle!
๐ YOUR RIDDLE:
Where coffee meets the lakeside view,
And walkers and cyclists pass on through.
A peaceful young monk sits by the bay,
Your golden prize is not far away! โจ
๐ THE REWARD?
One lucky winner will walk away with:
๐ฅ $500 hospitality voucher
๐๏ธ 6 x GA tickets to The Hunter
๐ $150 Uber voucher
๐พ Reserved table
๐ Newcastle Racecourse merchandise
โฐ The clue dropped at 7AM and the horseshoe is in position!
๐ Somewhere in Newcastle, your prize is waiting.
The clock is ticking. Can you find it first?๐
Head to our bio for the T&C`s
NOT $100. NOT $80. JUST $40. ๐ฅ
Your ticket to one of Newcastle`s biggest days out includes:
HOT DUB TIME MACHINE ๐ง
$1M THE HUNTER ๐
HOT POTATO BAND ๐บ
LIVE DJS ๐ถ
AND SO MUCH MORE! ๐ฅ
All for $40 General Admission.
Saturday 14 November | Newcastle Racecourse
The entertainment? MASSIVE.
The price? UNREAL.
๐๏ธ Tickets on sale now via the link in bio.
๐ค๐ค Thank you Newcastle for showing your Maitand Rugby pride at Saturday`s Maitland Rugby Race Day. We hope you had an incredible day at the races!
Let us know if you find yourself featured in any of our great race day images! ๐ธ
๐๐ ANOTHER GOLDEN HORSESHOE HAS BEEN FOUND! ๐๐
Day 2 of the Golden Horseshoe Hunt is done and dusted! ๐โจ
A HUGE congratulations to our second lucky winner, who cracked the clues, tracked down the golden prize and scored an incredible race day experience for The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day! ๐ฅ๐
Thatโs TWO horseshoes down and THREE still up for grabs! ๐
Think youโve got what it takes to find the next one?
๐ Keep your eyes on our socials tomorrow morning at 7AM for your next clue!
Newcastle, the hunt is ON! ๐
#GoldenHorseshoeHunt #NewcastleRacecourse #TheHunterRaceDay #NewcastleNSW
๐จ NEWCASTLE, YOUR NEXT CLUE HAS DROPPED!๐จ
Day 2 of the Golden Horseshoe Hunt is officially underway, and another incredible prize package is waiting to be discovered!
Think you know Newcastle? Let`s put that to the test. ๐
๐ DAY 2 RIDDLE:
Where thousands roar and champions play,
Red and blue can steal the day.
No boots or jerseys are needed here,
Just hunt for gold where crowds once cheer. ๐๏ธ
โฐ 7AM โ Clue released and horseshoe hidden!
๐ TODAY`S PRIZE:
A $500 hospitality voucher, 6 x GA tickets to The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day, a reserved table, $150 Uber voucher and Newcastle Racecourse merchandise!
All to experience the $1 MILLION Newcastle Herald Hunter and Hot Dub Time Machine LIVE after the last race! ๐ถ
๐ First to find the Golden Horseshoe takes home the prize!
GO, GO, GO! ๐
Send this to the group chat. The Saturday plans are SORTED. ๐ป๐
Imagine a full day trackside watching some of Australia`s best horses compete for $1 MILLION, dancing along to Hot Potato Band, enjoying live DJs and finishing the day with a massive set from world-famous Hot Dub Time Machine. ๐ง
Now imagine getting ALL of that for just $40.
Well, you don`t have to imagine it. ๐
๐ Newcastle Racecourse
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Saturday 14 November
๐๏ธ $40 General Admission
Book via the link in bio!
๐๐ WE HAVE OUR FIRST GOLDEN HORSESHOE WINNER! ๐
Newcastle, you didnโt waste any time! ๐๐
Our first Golden Horseshoe has officially been FOUND at ๐ The University of Newcastle!
A huge congratulations to our lucky winner, whoโs scored an epic prize package to enjoy at The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day on Saturday 14 November! ๐ฅ๐๏ธ
But Newcastle, weโre only just getting startedโฆ ๐
FOUR more days. FOUR more horseshoes. FOUR more chances to WIN! ๐
Keep your eyes glued to our socials tomorrow morning at 7AM for your next clue. ๐
#GoldenHorseshoeHunt #NewcastleRacecourse #TheHunter #NewcastleEvents
