The Murrumbidgee Turf Club (MTC) welcomed local media this morning to showcase the planned landmark 120-stable complex, which is in its early stages of development.

Situated parallel to the back straight on the Beckwith St side of the racecourse, the new stable complex will provide direct access to the two grass tracks and three sand tracks, and the Club’s new solar-powered trackwork lighting. Once finalised, the facility will serve as a central base for local trainers as well as significantly enhancing the region’s racing infrastructure.

Media and guests were given the first look at the construction site, including the commencement of the storm water catchment and pump station. The critical infrastructure will manage runoff from the site and is an important milestone in the project’s progression.

The initial construction is a financial commitment from the MTC to begin work and ensures the project’s Development Application remains active, allowing the rest of the project to proceed once appropriate funding is received.

The MTC is continuing to seek additional funding to ensure the finalisation of the stable complex project, which will benefit the MTC, local trainers, and also welcome new trainers to the region.

MTC CEO Jason Ferrario is thrilled with the initial stages of the complex being started and what the project means to the MTC.

“The MTC has over a period of many years, lost over 100 stables to commercial development adjacent to the racecourse. The stable development is a long-term vision that will deliver a modern, purpose-built training facility which is essential for the future of our Club and racing in our region.”

“The stable development project has been in the making for 8 years. Once complete, it will give trainers a permanent position close to the track, ensuring horses have access to state-of-the-art facilities to support peak performance and equine welfare.”

The MTC is actively seeking further funding to complete the project and looks forward to continued work on the project.