New female chaplain for Sydney racing We are excited to announce the appointment of Mrs Debbie Priestley as part-time chaplain with a particular focus on women in the Sydney racing community. Debbie, a high school teacher by trade, loves God, loves people and loves horses, and is natural fit for this role. *** UPDATE ***…
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ARCC served up pancakes to the strappers and racing participants at Kembla Grange races on Tuesday March 4th (Pancake Day / Shrove Tuesday / Mardi Gras) Thanks to the staff at Kembla for their assistance. They went down a treat!
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People from all facets of Sydney racing are invited to attend the 2025 Annual Sydney Racing Fraternity Mass. The Racing Mass, to be held on Sunday 16 March, 2025 at 11am, is attended by people of all denominations and by people who are non-churched, representing all sections of the racing industry and is offered for the…
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We are excited to announce we have appointed the Rev. Gary Bennetts to the ARCC Committee. Gary has a longstanding connection to the racing industry. His father has been actively involved in racing throughout his life, and Gary gained firsthand experience while working part-time as a race day staff member for the Australian Jockey Club…
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Merry Christmas! 2024 marked the 15th year that Rev Colin Watts has been fulltime chaplain to the horse racing industry and we thank all those who have supported us over the years as we continue those in need . It is our hope and prayer that you enjoy a happy and holy Christmas. God bless!
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Vale Colin Watts Snr. On Tuesday 3rd December, 2024, harness racing lost one of the greats with the passing of Colin Watts OAM. Colin, aged 97, was highly respected, not only for his ability as a horseman, but also for his administrative skills in the harness racing industry. Colin gave a lifelong dedication to the…
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In partnership with The Australian Turf Club, ARCC will reward strappers in each of the five feature races held on Golden Rose Day at Rosehill Gardens on Saturday September 28, 2024. The best presented horse in these races will earn their handler a $200 prize. Jointly sponsored by the ATC and ARCC, the awards will be presented for each of the…
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ARCC hosted a BBQ for strappers at the Official 2YO trials at Royal Randwick on Monday 23 September 2024. In the busy grind of morning trackwork, especially in the pressurised carnival atmosphere, a free sausage and a warm smile is always welcome! Thanks to the ATC for their assistance, and the intrepid volunteers who did…
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Thank God for the Racing Chaplains! Kensington Anglican Church (St Martin’s) is hosting a Thanksgiving Service in support of ARCC on Sunday 20 October, 2024 at 10:30am. The intent of the church service is to offer support and encouragement to the racing chaplaincy. We will give thanks to God for the work of ARCC over…
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National Jockey Celebration Day will again be held nationally this year on Saturday 3rd August as race meetings around Australia pause to observe a minute silence in honour of jockeys who have died in races and to pray for safety as the new season begins. The recent death of jockey Stefano Cherchi in Canberra demonstrates…
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