Goondiwindi Picnic Races

Goondiwindi Picnic Races Saturday 13th April 2024
Tickets on sale in February.

Well, there’s not much more we can say other than THANK YOU.   ⁠⁠ ⁠   ⁠⁠ ⁠Thanks to everyone who came out and supported ...
17/04/2024

Well, there’s not much more we can say other than THANK YOU. ⁠⁠ ⁠
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Thanks to everyone who came out and supported our race day. ⁠⁠ ⁠
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To our sponsors for your continued support. ⁠⁠ ⁠
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To everyone who bought tickets and entertainment packages. ⁠⁠ ⁠
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To those who had a few drinks at the bar and bought food on the day. ⁠⁠ ⁠
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To the vendors that supplied us with theirs good and services – and the community groups and individuals that loaned them to us. ⁠⁠ ⁠
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To our racing community – the horses jockeys, owners, staff and bookies. ⁠⁠ ⁠

To our incredible entertainment from and the sound and lighting that goes with it! ⁠
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To our FOF judges and for travelling out to be part of our day. ⁠⁠ ⁠
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To the food vendors, bar staff, racing staff, security, paramedics and everyone who worked during the day and night. ⁠⁠ ⁠
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To those that helped with the setup the pack down after – a huge job in itself. ⁠⁠ ⁠
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And to our committee – made up entirely of volunteers. ⁠⁠ ⁠
We did it, team. Another stellar effort from all involved [if we do say so ourselves]! ⁠⁠ ⁠
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We’re going to take a well-earned break from our socials for a while. ⁠⁠ ⁠
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It’s been a HUGE year, but as a Committee, were pretty bloody proud of the show we put on – and we can’t wait to see all of you back again next year for another ripper event! ⁠⁠ ⁠
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Cheers, ⁠⁠ ⁠
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The GPR Committee

We just wanted to give a shoutout to our 2024 major sponsor . ⁠⁠Our race day simply wouldn’t run without their continued...
16/04/2024

We just wanted to give a shoutout to our 2024 major sponsor . ⁠

Our race day simply wouldn’t run without their continued support each year. ⁠

And a huge thanks to all of our sponsors who came on board for 2024 - we're bloody lucky to have you on the team.

Cheers guys – here’s to 2025!

We’re always looking for ways to improve our race day. ⁠⁠That’s why we are seeking genuine feedback on our 2024 event. ⁠...
15/04/2024

We’re always looking for ways to improve our race day. ⁠

That’s why we are seeking genuine feedback on our 2024 event. ⁠

If you have any feedback you’d like to offer, please drop us an email at [email protected]. ⁠

We want the good, the bad and the ugly [although we hope there isn’t too much ugly].

Our 2024 race day. A selection of photos captured by the talented team at Hey Marketing.Full gallery available via our w...
15/04/2024

Our 2024 race day.

A selection of photos captured by the talented team at Hey Marketing.

Full gallery available via our website.

We’re signing off after another cracking year at the track!Thanks to everyone who came out and supported our country rac...
13/04/2024

We’re signing off after another cracking year at the track!

Thanks to everyone who came out and supported our country race day.

There really is nothing like a day at the Goondiwindi Picnic Races.

Cheers,
The GPR Committee

Race day Summary. ⁠Let's do it.⁠⁠🚌 Our FREE courtesy buses are running all day to get you to and from the event. ⁣⁠⁠✅ Ga...
12/04/2024

Race day Summary. ⁠
Let's do it.⁠

🚌 Our FREE courtesy buses are running all day to get you to and from the event. ⁣⁠

✅ Gates open at 12pm⁣.⁠

🎫 Have your ticket ready to show it upon entry – with your ID.⁠

🍻 Bars open at 12pm – and this year, they're CARD ONLY.

🏇 Races commence at 1:20pm⁣ - 6 race schedule this year.⁠

🍕 When it comes to food - we have you covered. ⁣Or bring your own!⁠

🥂 If you are under 25 and plan to drink at the races, you’ll need ID. ⁠

👒 Smithfield Cattle Company Fashions on the Field entries must be submitted by 2pm. Enjoy the show at 3pm.⁠

🎤 We'll have live music from 6:30pm thanks to plus some DJs to keep you going into the night – so bring your dancing shoes.⁠

💵 There will be ATMs on site. ⁣⁠

🧴 Sunscreen - you’ll thank us later. ⁣⁠

⁣♻️ Please keep the place clean and recycle where possible. 🥂🍷⁣⁠

⚠️ Check out our No D***head Policy. It all comes down to respecting yourself and others.⁠

📸 Remember to use the hashtag on your socials! ⁣⁠

Need more information? Head on over to our website. ⁣⁠

We can’t wait to see you there! 🙌⁣⁠

The GPR Committee⁣

We have a stellar line up of racing planned for this Saturday with 6 races penciled in.You won’t be disappointed.
11/04/2024

We have a stellar line up of racing planned for this Saturday with 6 races penciled in.

You won’t be disappointed.

It's setup day tomorrow.So that means, the committee [made up entirely of volunteers] will be putting in the hard yards ...
10/04/2024

It's setup day tomorrow.

So that means, the committee [made up entirely of volunteers] will be putting in the hard yards to pull this event together.

We'd say it will be about this time tomorrow that we'll be sipping on a well earned Nedd Frothman ahead of race day on Saturday.

FASHIONS ON THE FIELD⁠⁠Thinking of scrubbing up for the big day? ⁠⁠The Smithfield Cattle Company Fashions on the Field i...
10/04/2024

FASHIONS ON THE FIELD⁠

Thinking of scrubbing up for the big day? ⁠

The Smithfield Cattle Company Fashions on the Field is on again this year.⁠

We've got a stellar judging panel lined up - with and Cara Spreadborough .

Plus, we have some AMAZING prizes to be won - over $5,000 worth actually! ⁠Check out our recent posts or website for all of the details.

Entry nominations must be submitted by 2pm on the day at the Fashions on the Field tent, and everyone can enjoy the show at 3pm!⁠

Check out our website for our fashion categories and entry requirements! We've changed some of the entry requirements for our categories for 2024 - so be sure to read the information carefully.⁠
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Whether you're chasing a lemon weapon*, a ghost tinnie** or some Paddington tank water*** – we'll have you covered with ...
09/04/2024

Whether you're chasing a lemon weapon*, a ghost tinnie** or some Paddington tank water*** – we'll have you covered with a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drink options ready for you this race day.

*Hard Rated [aka Hard Solo]
** Non-alcoholic beer
***sparkling water

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99 Marshall Street
Goondiwindi, QLD
4390

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