News & Events
“Being There” During Lockdown
Vicki Walker, Chaplain to women in Sydney & NSW Provincial racing, was as busy as ever throughout the state’s June to October Covid lockdown. Unable to attend racedays…
Christmas BBQs
During recent barrier trials, the Australian Turf Club, assisted by ARCC Chaplains and volunteers, provided some Christmas cheer in the form of breakfast. These gestures…
Welcome Marina Mossman
Marina Mossman was recently affiliated as a new volunteer racing chaplain in Darwin, NT. She enjoys attending race meetings and is particularly keen to serve the needs…
Best Turned Out awards – Saturday Oct 30
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…
Big Shoes to Fill
Following the retirement of Brother Dan Stafford, Father Tom Stevens was formally appointed by Archbishop Anthony Fisher as the new Catholic chaplain to the Australian…
Enjoy retirement, Brother Dan!
After more than 20 years of service to the racing industry, Brother Dan Stafford has retired as Catholic chaplain to Sydney racing. Brother Dan is…
Chaplaincy in the era of COVID-19
Chaplaincy, at its heart, is a ministry of presence. Of literally ‘being there’ for people during times of need. Meeting with people at the track,…
Welcome David Tyndall
ARCC welcomes its newest Committee Member, Rev David Tyndall. David is one if the founder of Sports Ministry in Australia. He was director of the…
10 Years Serving the People of Racing
ARCC National Chaplain, Rev Colin Watts, this month celebrates 10 years of support to the racing industry. “When I first started, the most frequent comment…