2011 REPORT ANNUAL - Racing NSW

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Chief Executive’s Report Whilst the end of year result is satisfying for the The Kempsey Club's difficulties originated with track organisation it has come at some cost to the industry. problems and with an adequate recovery time as well as At a glance the industry indicators look solid. application of the correct maintenance program it is envisaged that racing will recommence before the end of • The total number of race meetings funded and the calendar year and similarly the management structure conducted 483, has remained consistent with previous of the club will also change. years and incorporated conversions of non-TAB Conversely it was necessary to appoint an Administrator at meetings to TAB status for Sky 2 coverage. the Queanbeyan Racing Club for managerial and financial • Average prizemoney per race has increased from reasons, with 2010/11 being approached as a stabilising $9,092 to $9,458 year to secure the club's future. • Total returns to owners have increased from Unfortunately the task of reversing the club's position will $38,207,150 to $38,642,871 be more long term and influenced by the facility which is • Average field sizes have increased from 10.7 to 10.9 ageing and in need of major repairs and maintenance. However beneath these statistics is the realization that In both the above instances the work of the payments to clubs to finance this level of activity would not Administrators, Perry McNally and Brendan Comyn is have been possible without a subsidy of $10.7 million from acknowledged in enthusiastically approaching difficult Racing NSW by advance payments from race fields circumstances. revenue. The other major change with race club administration on Cancelled or transferred race meetings as a result of the the horizon is with the Golden West Race Club, which has consistent wet weather also affected funding, with the operated since 2004 conducting racing at the Orange and compounding affect of the cancellations being the lost Bathurst venues. For a variety of reasons the merger has opportunity for clubs to raise additional revenue and not been as successful as envisaged and the club will profits. demerge into two entities during 2011/12. The other major influence on industry funding during the In conjunction with that demerger, a new administrative year was the reduced revenue from totalisator wagering of structure will be trialled at Orange and possibly Bathurst, $39,176,794 which was not offset by an approved and where an agreed number of independent committee regulated revenue stream from corporate bookmakers. members will be appointed rather than elected by the membership. It is now left to the High Court to be the final arbitrator in this dispute. Generally clubs still continue to have difficulties meeting liquor licensing conditions imposed by police or OLGR. The significance of the Court's findings will also be evident Whilst recognising and supporting the need for country at NSW country venues, where presently Tabcorp hold clubs to carefully control this part of their operations, a exclusive advertising rights. The initial agreement with TAB point was reached through the year where the was extended until October 2011 and the value of Murrumbidgee Turf Club took the view that they had taken advertising oncourse for television coverage (and all reasonable steps to comply with RSA requirements, but wagering sponsorship) will be tested during the coming yet still incurred breaches under their licence. year irrespective of whether or not Racing NSW is successful in the High Court. At Appeal the MTC's position was upheld and hopefully that will lead to future licensing conditions that meet More on the race club scene, Kempsey Race Club and community expectations, particularly with the pending Queanbeyan Racing Club have each been managed by introduction of the three strikes legislation. Administrators during the year. 10
In other compliance issues, the Online OH&S Management System was rolled out for the benefit of all clubs and the Racing NSW Minimum Standards policy was extended to Category D clubs. During the year Country was fortunate to secure the services of Dave Hodgson to assist clubs with maintaining racing and training facilities. In a trouble shooting role Dave's contribution has been significant and clubs that have applied his advice have benefited greatly. Racing NSW Country received strong support from the Board, Chief Executive and staff of Racing NSW throughout the year, for which we are appreciative. The support of Peter V'landys, Scott Kennedy, Shane Meaney, Andrew Small and Bianca Silvestro has enhanced the administration of Country Racing in NSW Finally the Racing NSW Country Board under current Chairman Bob Pavitt is acknowledged as a group of experienced racing administrators, devoting time to the welfare of Country Racing, which was evident by the clear and decisive nature of the delivery of policies covering Country Racing during the year. Mr Brian Judd Chief Executive 11
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