Balnarring Picnic Racing Club 2024/25 season race dates: Sat 9 November 2024, Sat 7 December 2024, Sun 26 January 2025, Sun 9 March 2025, Sat 29 March 2025, Sat 12 April 2025
26TH JANUARY 2025
SHUTTLE BUS
$10 EACH WAY
Sponsored By
FRANKSTON / BAXTER / SOMERVILLE / TYABB / HASTINGS / BITTERN / MORNINGTON / ROSEBUD / DROMANA
Next
Upcoming Event
07 DECEMBER 2024 RACE MEETING
SEASON DATE FOR 2022/23 ARE Sun 15 Jan 23, Thur 26 Jan 23, Sun 12 Mar 23 and Sat 8 Apr 23 (Easter Sat)
Balnarring Picnic Racing Club
THANKS TO THOSE WHO HAVE SUPORTED US DURING THE 2023/24 SEASON – AND CONTINUE TO SPORT US!
Sponsor of the 2024 Balnarring Cup
OTI Racing & Bloodstock
Sponsors
- 2024 Oncourse Bookmakers
- Daisy’s Garden Supplies
- Australian Jumping Riders Assoc
- Devilbend Farm Beer
- Bendigo Bank – Community Bank Balnarring & District
- MintBet
- Bet365
- Punt123
Our Community Partners
Similar to our sponsors, our community partners assist the Club to provide a family focused picnic racing experience during the summer months.
- 2024 Local Bookmakers
- Rosebud Country Club
- Arthur’s Seat Eagle
- Searoad Ferries
- Peninsula Hot Springs
- The Epicurean Group
Club Supporters
- Amandas Creations
- Kelly Sports
- Anita Tolley – Cintra Stud
- McCormick Transport
- Balnarring Motors
- Myuna Farm Mobile Ark
- Balnarring Newsagency
- Nicholas Dacomb (Bebop Circus)
- Balnarring Post Office
- No Fuss Events
- Bay Linen Hire & Laundry Services
- Norwest Security
- Bendigo Bank Balnarring
- Peninsula Pony Program
- Bittern Motors
- Red Hill Football Netball Club
- Casey Radio
- The Funky Farm
- Cellarbrations
- The Heritage Balnarring
- Dave Cave
- Tully’s Corner Store Mornington
- Fishop Balnarring
- Venue Smart
- Galaxy Print & Design Hastings
- Vermont Lions Club Inc
- Greenlink Web Solutions
- Victorian Bookmakers Association
- Glenys Trifffitt
- Victorian First Aid
- Ian Davey
Race Sponsors
- 2024 COURSE BOOKMAKERS EASTER PLATE OPEN TROPHY RACE HANDICAP 2808M
- ACTIVATERAIL TROPHY RACE (1) HANDICAP 1600M
- BET365 MAIDEN PLATE 2000M
- CARL COX PLATE TROPHY RACE (1) HANDICAP 1200M
- COMMUNITY BANK BALNARRING & DISTRICT OPEN TROPHY RACE 2000M
- DEVILBEND FARM BEER MAIDEN PLATE 1008M
- GEORGE ROBINSON PITT TROPHY RACE (1) HANDICAP 2000M
- JAMES TURNER IN MEMORIAM MAIDEN PLATE 1200M
- JOHN BRUCE ALLEN TROPHY RACE (3) HANDICAP 1200M
- LITTLE PIER OPEN TROPHY RACE HANDICAP 1008M
- LUCAS WAINMAN MEMORIAL TROPHY RACE (3) HANDICAP 1008M
- MAXISIL MASTERS MAIDEN PLATE 1200M
- MINTBET
- ON TOP ROOFING OPEN TROPHY RACE HCP 1200M
- OPEN STERLING TROPHY RACE HANDICAP 1600M
- OTI RACING BALNARRING CUP. 1600M
- PENRITE OIL OPEN TROPHY RACE HANDICAP 1008M
- PHASE TWO BALNARRING TROPHY RACE (3) HANDICAP 2000M
- STEEL REVOLUTION TROPHY RACE (3) HANDICAP 1200M
- TEAM MARTIN MEMORIAL DAY MAIDEN PLATE 1600M
- THE RACE TO MON’S HEART TROPHY RACE (1) HANDICAP 2000M
- TRACEY WILSON REIGER MEMORIAL MAIDEN PLATE 1008M
- WIZ’S SHORT RAISIN TROPHY RACE (2) HANDICAP 1200M
Fashions on the Field Sponsors
Guest Judges: Kay Mathieson, Erica Macpherson and Felicity Northeast
Co-ordinators: Narelle Archibald and Kim O’Neill
Event Host: Narelle Archibald
- Oasis on Nautilus Port Douglas
- McCormick Transport
- Arthurs Seat Eagle
- MP Chocolaterie Flinders
- Balnarring Motors
- Peninsula Hot Springs
- Devilbend Farm Beer
- Phase Two Balnarring
- Felicity Northeast Millinery
- Rosebud Country Club
- Enchanted Adventure Garden
- Searoad Ferries
- Epicurean
- The Heritage Balnarring
- Hello Blossoms
- Trelise Cooper
THANKS
The Balnarring Picnic Racing Club would like to thank its volunteers, staff, service providers, Racing Victoria officials and Country Racing Victoria who make all our meetings safe and family friendly events conducted in the true spirit of picnic racing.
Thanks to the dedicated owners and trainers who brought their horses to Balnarring this year and to the jockeys who rode them.
We could not have achieved the results we did without the support of our members and the racing public through your attendance at our meetings.
BALNARRING PICNIC RACING CLUB – PICNIC RACING FOR FAMILY ENJOYMENT.
WELCOME TO BALNARRING PICNIC RACES
WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?
🎉 THANK YOU PENINSULA HOT SPRINGS!🎉
Shout out to our wonderful partners at Peninsula Hot Springs for their continued support in the 24/25 season!
Each race meeting we’ll be giving one lucky attending member 4 x Peninsula Hot Springs House Bath vouchers, valued at $300!
Peninsula Hot Springs is an award-winning geothermal hot springs and day spa based on the Mornington Peninsula. With natural thermal mineral waters, diverse spa treatments, and stunning landscapes it's the perfect place to unwind and reconnect. Whether you;re sekking relaxation, wellness, or a luxurious experience, Peninsula Hot Springs delivers a sanctuary for body and mind.
Find out more at https://www.peninsulahotsprings.com/
🚌 CUP DAY SHUTTLE SERVICES TO/FROM BALNARRING 🚌
If we all get home safely, everyone wins.
With thanks to @tacvictoria you can save yourself the hassle of transport to/from the Cup - and jump on one of our shuttle buses for just $10 one-way! Book online today to secure your spot.
https://balnarringraces.com/buy-tickets/
BUSES TO BALNARRING
10:00am departure: Frankston | Baxter | Somerville | Tyabb | Hastings | Bittern
10:30am departure: Mornington | Rosebud | Dromana
All return buses depart from Balnarring Racecourse at 5:00PM
🏆🐎 NOT LONG NOW!!! 🐎🏆
Two more weeks until the @oti_racing Balnarring Cup! The place will be buzzing as the State’s best picnic trainers, jockeys and horses battle out the 2025 edition. Jump onto our website and pre-book your tickets now for ease of access on the day.
https://balnarringraces.com/shop/balnarring-cup-race-meeting/
🕙 Gates open 10am
🐎 First race from 1pm
🥂 BYO Food and Drinks (Bar and food vendors on course)
🎸 FREE Live entertainment
🎨⚽️🤹 FREE Kids activities
🎫 GA Tickets $20pp (Kids FREE)
#greatdayout #freekidstuff #countryracing #familyfun #packapicnic #longweekendplans #freekidsactivities #whatson #visitvictoria #DayOutBalnarringRaces #morningtonpeninsula #GiddyUp #familyfriendly
🎉 THANK YOU DEVILBEND GOLF CLUB!🎉
Shout out to our wonderful partners at @devilbendgolf for their support in the 24/25 season!
Each race meeting we’ll be giving one lucky attending member a round of golf for four at Devilbend Golf Club, including the use of two Golf Carts!
Nestled in the picturesque heart of the Mornington Peninsula, Devilbend Golf Club promises an unforgettable golfing experience. Each hole offers breathtaking views of the rolling countryside, creating a harmonious blend of natural beauty and thrilling challenges for golfers of all skill levels. You’ll encounter beautiful hills, serene dams, strategically placed bunkers, and greens that are as smooth as they are swift.
Book your next round today at https://www.devilbendgolf.com.au/cms/
THREE WEEKS TO GO!!
It's just three more weeks until the 2025 @oti_racing Balnarring Cup! Limited marquee packages still available - secure yours now to avoid disappointment.
🕙 Gates open 10am
🐎 First race from 1pm
🥂 BYO Food and Drinks (Bar and food vendors on course)
🎸 FREE Live entertainment
🎨⚽️🤹 FREE Kids activities
🎫 GA Tickets $20pp (Kids FREE)
Head to our website to book your ticket and packages:
https://balnarringraces.com/.../balnarring-cup-race-meeting/
#greatdayout #freekidstuff #countryracing #familyfun #packapicnic #longweekendplans #freekidsactivities #whatson #visitvictoria #DayOutBalnarringRaces #morningtonpeninsula #GiddyUp #familyfriendly
🍺 THANK YOU DEVILBEND FARM BEER CO! 🍺
A huge shout out to our Super Sponsors @devilbendfarmbeer for sponsoring or XMas at Balnarring Race Meeting, and for their continued support throughout the season. We’re super proud to partner with a local business, producing local product from locally grown and sourced goods!
Be sure to take the family down to 990 Stumpy Gully Road Tuerong for a beer and bite - you’ll be blown away by the authentic, high quality, sustainable food and amazing farm-like atmosphere - it’s a must visit for anybody that’s down on the Peninsula!
https://www.devilbend.beer/
🐎🏆 BALNARRING CUP SUN 26 JAN! 🏆🐎
Pack a picnic, gather up your friends and us at Emu Plains Reserve on Sunday 26th Jan for the @oti_racing Balnarring Cup! The place will be buzzing as the State’s best picnic trainers, jockeys and horses battle out the 2025 edition.
🕙 Gates open 10am
🐎 First race from 1pm
🥂 BYO Food and Drinks (Bar and food vendors on course)
🎸 FREE Live entertainment
🎨⚽️🤹 FREE Kids activities
🎫 GA Tickets $20pp (Kids FREE)
Head to our website to book your tickets now!
https://balnarringraces.com/shop/balnarring-cup-race-meeting/
#greatdayout #freekidstuff #countryracing #familyfun #packapicnic #longweekendplans #freekidsactivities #whatson #visitvictoria #DayOutBalnarringRaces #morningtonpeninsula #GiddyUp #familyfriendly