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INFORMATION

track data

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USEFUL INFORMATION

Dress Regulations

MEMBERS LOUNGE

Guests are expected to wear smart race attire

Over 18s only permitted in the Members Lounge

 

GENTLEMEN

Acceptable

Collared shirts or polos (long or short sleeve)

Ties and jackets (optional)

Dress or tailored trousers, chinos, moleskins, non-ripped jeans or cargo shorts or pants

Dress or tailored shorts

Closed-in shoes (boat shoes, joggers/runners acceptable)

Not Acceptable

Tracksuits, board shorts, football/sports/running shorts

Torn or ripped clothing

Sleeveless clothing

Sports shoes, sandals, thongs, Crocs, gumboots, or slippers

Baseball caps, sporting caps, or soft caps

 

LADIES

Acceptable

Dresses, skirts, or tailored shorts

Dress or tailored trousers, chinos, moleskins, or non-ripped jeans

Millinery (optional)

Not Acceptable

Torn or ripped clothing

Garments that show midriff

Sports shoes, thongs, Crocs, gumboots, or slippers

Baseball caps, sporting caps, or soft caps


 

GRANDSTAND BISTRO

Guests are expected to wear smart race attire

 

GENTLEMEN

Acceptable

Collared shirts or polos (long or short sleeve)

Ties and jackets (optional)

Dress or tailored trousers, chinos, moleskins, non-ripped jeans or cargo shorts or pants

Dress or tailored shorts

Closed-in shoes (boat shoes, joggers/runners acceptable)

Not Acceptable

Tracksuits, board shorts, football/sports/running shorts

Torn or ripped clothing

Sleeveless clothing

Sports shoes, sandals, thongs, Crocs, gumboots, or slippers

Baseball caps, sporting caps, or soft caps

 

LADIES

Acceptable

Dresses, skirts, or tailored shorts

Dress or tailored trousers, chinos, moleskins, or non-ripped jeans

Millinery (optional)

Not Acceptable

Torn or ripped clothing

Garments that show midriff

Sports shoes, thongs, Crocs, gumboots, or slippers

Baseball caps, sporting caps, or soft caps


 

KEN BROWN DINING ROOM

Guests are expected to wear smart race attire

Over 18s only permitted in the Ken Brown Dining Room (unless consent is given from The Board of Directors or CEO)

 

GENTLEMEN

Acceptable

Collared shirts or polos (long or short sleeve)

Ties and jackets (optional)

Dress or tailored trousers, chinos, moleskins, or non-ripped jeans

Dress or tailored shorts

Closed-in shoes (boat shoes acceptable)

Not Acceptable

Tracksuits, board shorts, cargo shorts or pants, football/sports/running shorts

Torn or ripped clothing

T-shirts

Sleeveless clothing

Football/sports jerseys

Joggers/runners, sports shoes, sandals, thongs, Crocs, gumboots, or slippers

Baseball caps, sporting caps, beanies or soft caps

 

LADIES

Acceptable

Dresses, skirts, or tailored shorts

Dress or tailored trousers, chinos, moleskins, or non-ripped jeans

Millinery (optional)

Not Acceptable

Torn or ripped clothing

T-shirts

Garments that show midriff

Joggers/runners, sports shoes, thongs, Crocs, gumboots, or slippers

Baseball caps, sporting caps, or soft caps


 

AJ BERT LILLYE LOUNGE

Guests are expected to wear smart race attire

Over 18s only permitted in the AJ Bert Lillye Lounge (unless consent is given from The Board of Directors or CEO)

 

GENTLEMEN

Acceptable

Collared shirts or polos (long or short sleeve)

Ties and jackets (optional)

Dress or tailored trousers, chinos, moleskins, or non-ripped jeans

Dress or tailored shorts

Closed-in shoes (boat shoes acceptable)

Not Acceptable

Tracksuits, board shorts, cargo shorts or pants, football/sports/running shorts

Torn or ripped clothing

T-shirts

Sleeveless clothing

Joggers/runners, sports shoes, sandals, thongs, Crocs, gumboots, or slippers

Baseball caps, sporting caps, or soft caps

 

LADIES

Acceptable

Dresses, skirts, or tailored shorts

Dress or tailored trousers, chinos, moleskins, or non-ripped jeans

Millinery (optional)

Not Acceptable

Torn or ripped clothing

T-shirts

Garments that show midriff

Joggers/runners, sports shoes, thongs, Crocs, gumboots, or slippers

Baseball caps, sporting caps, or soft caps

*The ITC reserves the right to refuse entry

*All dress regulations are at the discretion of Management

Food, Beverages & Picnics

FOOD

A variety of food and beverage options are available at every race meeting. Chips, hot dogs, pies, sausage rolls, sandwiches, hamburgers, cupcakes, and ice cream can be purchased from the snack bars.

Substantial meals are offered in the Grandstand Bistro.  All racegoers are welcome to order from the menu, find a table, and consume their meal. Bookings are not necessary but are recommended on busier Saturdays.

Premium hospitality and drinks packages must be booked in advance via Moshtix. Browse options here. 

 

PICNICS

BYO picnics can be enjoyed in designated areas including the Lawn Marquee, Public Lawn, and Public Bar. These are ideal spots to base a group.

BYO food is strictly prohibited in the Dining Room, Grandstand Bistro, AJ Bert Lillye Lounge, Members Bar, and on the Members Lawn.

Sweet and savoury grazing boxes can be ordered from Kembla Grange Racecourse via Moshtix at least 48 hours in advance.

 

ALCOHOL

Alcohol must not be brought into Kembla Grange Racecourse under any circumstances. Bags are checked on arrival and alcohol will be confiscated.

 

Transport

TRANSPORT

Trains & Buses

Plan your trip on public transport via the link below. Trains stop at Kembla Grange Racecourse Station on Saturdays and regular bus services operate at all other times.

https://transportnsw.info/

Taxis, Uber, & Drop-offs

There is a dedicated drop off and pick up area at the front of the racecourse on the Princes Highway. Traffic management staff will be on site to direct vehicles to the appropriate location.

Parking

Ample free parking is available at the racecourse. Enter the carpark via the Princes Highway. If the main carpark reaches capacity, traffic will be directed to the infield to park.

Disabled Parking

Limited accessible parking is available outside the administration building for people with an NSW Government-issued permit.

Responsible Service of Alcohol

Kembla Grange Racecourse is committed to the Responsible Service of Alcohol.

Kembla Grange Racecourse:

  • recognises that it is against the law to serve anyone to intoxication.
  • recognises that it is against the law to serve anyone under the age of 18.
  • recognises that it is against the law to allow disruptive or violent behavior to occur on these premises.
  • is an active member of the Illawarra Liquor Accord and is committed to abiding by its polices and procedures.
  • acknowledges the right of every individual to an enjoyable social day out, without impacting on others to do the same.
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Refusal of Service

It is against the law to serve an intoxicated person, which has serious consequences for the staff member and the Club. Whilst an individual’s patronage is greatly valued, intoxicated persons will be requested to leave the premises. Failure to leave as requested will result in Police action and a possible fine.

Drinking and Driving

Staff members will be pro-active in seeking to discourage drinking and driving. The club will assist with alternative transport arrangements including posting train timetables at the entrance to the racecourse, assisting with the use of the TripPlanner app, and calling taxis.

RACING INFORMATION

Barrier Trials & Jumpouts

Kembla Grange Racecourse hosts monthly barrier trials for local and visiting trainers.

Upcoming Dates

Thursday, 5th November

Tuesday, 8th December

Jumpouts 

Monday, 16th November 

Tuesday, 24th November 

Tuesday, 15th December 

Tuesday, 29th December  

Racing NSW Race & Trial Diary.

For more information regarding barrier trials please contact the office by email racing@illawarraturf.com.au or (02) 4261 7211.

Premiership Update

KEMBLA GRANGE PREMIERSHIPS 

As of 25th October 2026

ALL TRAINERS

(Based on 3, 2, 1 point system for 1st, 2nd, 3rd)

NAMEPOINTS
Chris Waller39
G Waterhouse & A Bott32
A & R Archibald22
J O’Shea & T Charlton20
Bjorn Baker18

KEMBLA GRANGE TRAINERS ONLY

(Based on number of wins only)

NAME

WINS

P’MONEY

Kerry Parker

4

$94,350

Robert & Luke Price

3

$62,550

Ross McConville

2

$49,400

Diane Poidevin Laine

2

$41,550

Donna Grisedale

1

$20,550

JOCKEYS

(Based on 3, 2, 1 point system for 1st, 2nd, 3rd)

NAMEPOINTS
Keagan Latham45
Jean Van Overmeire41
Mitchell Bell31
Winona Costin24
Chad Lever21

APPRENTICES

(Based on 3, 2, 1 point system for 1st, 2nd, 3rd)

NAMEPOINTS
Deon Le Roux10
Leeshelle Small7
Zac Waddick6
Mitch Stapleford5

HORSE OF THE YEAR

(Based on a 8, 5, 3, 2 point system for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th in ALL races)

NAMETRAINERPOINTS
Cap D’ail Diane Poidevin Laine26
SatnessRobert & Luke Price20
Me Me Robert & Luke Price18
Rhythm Of The ReinKerry Parker16
Sky DeckPeter Snowden16
Green Winter Blake Ryan16
Premiership Honour Roll
Year Local Trainer Trainer Jockey Apprentice Horse of the Year
2026 Mitch Beer & George Carpenter Mitch Beer & George Carpenter Kegan Latham Mollie Fitzgerald Audenzia / Diane Poidevin Laine
2025 Robert & Luke Price Robert & Luke Price Keagan Latham Mollie Fitzgerald Zaragoza/ Robert & Luke Price
2024 Robert & Luke Price Robert & Luke Price Keagan Latham Zac Lloyd Headstock/ Robert & Luke Price
2023 Robert & Luke Price Robert & Luke Price Keagan Latham Tyler Schiller Satness/ Robert & Luke Price
2022 Gwenda Markwell Gwenda Markwell Winona Costin Dylan Gibbons Canyonero/ Richard Litt
2021 Gwenda Markwell Gwenda Markwell Keagan Latham Tyler Schiller Don Luigi/Kerry Parker
2020 Gwenda Markwell James Cummings Keagan Latham Tom Sherry Nindamos/Anthony Mountney
2019 Gwenda Markwell Gwenda Markwell Keagan Latham Billy Owen Thor's Thunder / Gwenda Markwell
2018 Gwenda Markwell Gwenda Markwell Jeff Penza Brock Ryan Dashley Dubh / Mick Tubman
2017 Gwenda Markwell Chris Waller Jeff Penza Rachel King Alert by Sea / Gwenda Markwell
2016 Gwenda Markwell Gwenda Markwell Mitchell Bell Brock Ryan Brustar / Gwenda Markwell
2015 Gwenda Markwell Gwenda Markwell Peter Wells Jess Taylor Captain Manering / Gwenda Markwell
2014 Gwenda Markwell Gwenda Markwell Mitchell Bell Winona Costin Totally Devoted / Gwenda Markwell
2013 Gwenda Markwell Gwenda Markwell Jeff Penza Lester Grace Albana / Terry Robinson
2012 Gwenda Markwell Gwenda Markwell Grant Buckley Lauri Wray Manjenine / Gwenda Markwell
2011 Gwenda Markwell Gwenda Markwell Jeff Penza Adam Hyeronimus Minnisaw / Gwenda Markwell
2010 Gwenda Markwell Gwenda Markwell Jon Grisedale Josh Adams Kubrick's World / Gwenda Markwell
2009 Gwenda Markwell Gwenda Markwell Jeff Penza Tommy Berry Smokey Haze / Brian Young
2008 Gwenda Markwell Gwenda Markwell Grant Buckley Josh Parr Gemma's Boy / Gwenda Markwell
2007 Gwenda Markwell Gwenda Markwell Grant Buckley Mitchell Beadman Gemma's Boy / Gwenda Markwell
2006 Gwenda Markwell Gwenda Markwell Grant Buckley Tim Clark Don't Tell Ted / Bede Murray
2005 Gwenda Markwell Gwenda Markwell Grant Buckley Danny Langridge Oakdale Girl / Gwenda Markwell
2004 Gwenda Markwell Gwenda Markwell Luke Price Craig Agnew Gotti / Diane Poidevin-Laine
2003 Gwenda Markwell Gwenda Markwell Scott Pollard George Scimone
2002 Bede Murray Gai Waterhouse Mark Newnham Matthew Howarth
2001 Bede Murray / Diane Poidevin-Laine Gai Waterhouse Mark Newnham Leanne Henry
Track Records

KEMBLA GRANGE TRACK RECORDS 

DistanceHorseDateTime
900mDemerara27/11/160-51.33
1000mSunrise (NZ)22/03/250-55.58
1100mIn the Congo28/08/211.05.69
1200mMonte Kate23/11/241.08.03
1300mNeeson21/03/101-15.44
1400mImintowin (NZ)23/11/241-21.18
1500mBurning Need26/11/221-28.28
1600mEstadio Mestalla (IRE)23/11/241-33.50
2000mCrystal Pegasus14/08/212-00.54
2400mFormat14/03/252-29.43
2600mDemerit31/03/922-47.73

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