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“The virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall call his name Immanuel (which means, God with us)” (Matt. 1:23).

Australian Racing Christian Chaplaincy was incorporated in 2002 and over the past 20 years has been providing physical, emotional and spiritual support to particants in the racing industry Kensington Anglican Church (St Martin’s) is hosting a Thanksgiving Service in support of ARCC on Sunday 27 November, 2022 at 10:30am. The church is located at 105…

ARCC hosted a BBQ for strappers at the Official 2YO trials at Royal Randwick on Monday 19 September 2022. 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…

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 24, 2022. 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…

National Jockey Celebration Day will again be held nationally this year on Saturday 6th 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. This is perhaps even more poignant this year with the…

Racing can be a high-pressure environment. Beneath the glamour of raceday, many people in racing put in long hours, starting pre-dawn to prepare horses in the hope of success.  Racing Chaplains support people in racing with pastoral care in times of trauma, access to services, and a confidential listening ear for those who need it. …

“In my Father’s house are many rooms … I go to prepare a place for you” (John 14:2)

ARCC helps facilitate the Sydney Autumn Carnival Strapper Awards.  These awards are donated by the Australian Turf Club and presented to the strapper of the winning horse in the Golden Slipper at Rosehill and the Doncaster Mile at Randwick.  Congratulations to this year’s winners:   Sumit Taya (Fireburn – Golden Slipper) and  Ross Wishart (Mr Brightside…

In partnership with The Australian Turf Club, ARCC will reward strappers in each of the five feature races held on Golden Eagle Day at Rosehill Gardens on Saturday October 30, 2021. 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…