2011 REPORT ANNUAL - Racing NSW

CRDF Report
PROFILE OF THE CRDF BOARD
The Board membership at present comprises:
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The Chairman of Racing NSW Country, that being Mr Bob Pavitt;
! Two independent persons appointed by Racing NSW Country, that being Alan Davidson AM MBE and Mr Gordon
Lindley.
OBJECTIVES
The CRDF has a number of strategic purposes and goals including:
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The preparation and implementation of effective policies conducive to strategic capital development and safety
improvements.
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To foster the increased growth of regional racing in NSW through the provision of improved infrastructure and facilities.
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The progressive undertaking of strategic improvements such that amenities are upgraded to the point of achieving
industry best practice.
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Provision of effective leadership and professional management to ensure efficient project delivery.
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To enhance the viability of thoroughbred racing generally and assist in maintaining NSW as the premier racing State.
SUMMARY OF 2010-11 FINANCIAL YEAR
Highlights of Country Racecourse Development Fund (“CRDF”) activity for the period included:
! Disbursement of approximately $1 million in payments for works in progress (excl. GST).
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Approximately $1.1 million approved towards new capital development initiatives (excl. GST).
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Commissioning of large-scale upgrading of female jockeys amenities.
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Further acquisitions under the ongoing mobile starting barriers renewal program.
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Installation of triaxial cable throughout NSW to ensure that future broadcast technologies can be
accommodated.
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Supporting roll-out of the RNSW “Racecourse Maintenance Initiative” with Turnpoint (Contractors).
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Implementation of Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems (“OHSMS”) and Environmental
Management Systems (“EMS”) across country race clubs.
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