Albany Pony Club steps in with sausage sizzle at Albany Race Club's Easter Sunday races after vendor pulls out
The Albany Pony Club stepped in to save the day at the Albany Racing Club's Easter Sunday races, picking up the tongs and throwing on aprons for a trackside sausage sizzle after the food vendors withdrew.
The APC copped a healthy boost to its coffers in rewards for its generosity, raising $1144 from the stall.
The amount was doubled thanks to it being nominated for Racing and Wagering WA's Race Club Community program, bringing the total to $2288.
Albany Racing Club treasurer Tracey Sands said the last-minute stall was mutually beneficial to both parties as attendees at the track weren't without food and the APC earned some extra cash.
'We were thrilled the pony club could jump in at such short notice and help us out with a sausage sizzle on the day,' she said.
The APC will put the funds towards acquiring out-of-town coaches for rallies and competitions.
Racing and Wagering WA chief executive Ian Edwards praised the partnership between the clubs and the benefits of the Race Club Community program, which has raised more than $1m since its 2015 inception.
'Race clubs play an important role in their communities — both economically and socially — with partnerships like this a prime example of the strong connection race clubs have with their communities,' he said.
'Albany Racing Club chose a very worthy cause for their fundraising and we are pleased to match their efforts.
'Racing WA is committed to making a positive contribution to our State.'
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01-05-2025
- West Australian
Albany Pony Club steps in with sausage sizzle at Albany Race Club's Easter Sunday races after vendor pulls out
The Albany Pony Club stepped in to save the day at the Albany Racing Club's Easter Sunday races, picking up the tongs and throwing on aprons for a trackside sausage sizzle after the food vendors withdrew. The APC copped a healthy boost to its coffers in rewards for its generosity, raising $1144 from the stall. The amount was doubled thanks to it being nominated for Racing and Wagering WA's Race Club Community program, bringing the total to $2288. Albany Racing Club treasurer Tracey Sands said the last-minute stall was mutually beneficial to both parties as attendees at the track weren't without food and the APC earned some extra cash. 'We were thrilled the pony club could jump in at such short notice and help us out with a sausage sizzle on the day,' she said. The APC will put the funds towards acquiring out-of-town coaches for rallies and competitions. Racing and Wagering WA chief executive Ian Edwards praised the partnership between the clubs and the benefits of the Race Club Community program, which has raised more than $1m since its 2015 inception. 'Race clubs play an important role in their communities — both economically and socially — with partnerships like this a prime example of the strong connection race clubs have with their communities,' he said. 'Albany Racing Club chose a very worthy cause for their fundraising and we are pleased to match their efforts. 'Racing WA is committed to making a positive contribution to our State.'
News.com.au
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- News.com.au
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Sydney Morning Herald
22-04-2025
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Good Friday, Marvel Stadium – Carlton defeated North Melbourne by 82 points Easter Sunday, Marvel Stadium– Western Bulldogs defeated St Kilda by 71 points The Western Bulldogs find themselves in a similar position to the Blues, the latter having had only Charlie Curnow left of their blue-chip marking forwards able to take to the field against North Melbourne. The Blues responded superbly against the listless Kangaroos, booting 24 goals, with 12 goal kickers. Coach Michael Voss liked how small forwards Jesse Motlop (three goals) and Corey Durdin (two) worked in tandem. There was a dash and flair in their attacking 50 that has often been missing. Voss also sent Patrick Cripps forward to be a marking tall at times, a good move that meant Cripps did not have to be used as the second ruck. With Harry McKay (concussion) potentially available this week, Voss has an interesting call to make ahead of the litmus test that is the Cats on Sunday. 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One win is still well below par, but there was a smile on the face of president Brad Green late on Saturday that hadn't been seen in some time. Thursday's Anzac Day eve clash against Richmond is now another must win. Loading Turn off: Saints, Kangaroos squander prime-time slots Easter Sunday, Marvel Stadium Western Bulldogs defeated St Kilda by 71 points St Kilda and North Melbourne are two Melbourne-based clubs hunting for greater public exposure. Namely, big games that can be sold as must-watch events. Dare we say, blockbusters. Well, over the weekend, they let themselves down. That the Kangaroos' Good Friday clash against Carlton drew a sellout crowd of more than 47,000 and raised $324,533 for The Royal Children's Hospital's Appeal was a tribute to the good work of club staff. But, on the field, an 82-point loss to the Blues was woeful – the lack of defensive hardness a major worry. 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