A sun-drenched crowd of over 15,000 people flocked to Broadmeadow racetrack today to celebrate Boxing Day. Gates officially opened at 11am and the people began to roll in. Many already drunk and staggering for what would be a long day ahead of most. A seven-race card sponsored by J & M Spero was the feature for the day

 The races brought in many different types of novocastians, with many guys donning suits, smart dress clothes or dressing up as Russian tourists. But the girls weren’t going to be outdone by their counterparts by being dressed in their finest dresses and attires.

 The day was full of fun and events with live bands playing around the venue. The King St Hotel also had its own marquee with a dance floor and some of Newcastle’s finest DJ’s banging it up with all the latest tunes.

 The lines for alcohol were moderate and the NJC handled the crowd well, drink prices were average and the food was quite nice. An enjoyable day at the races was assured with plenty boys in blue keeping the peace and minimal violence occurred.

 Whether you left Broadmeadow today, with a pocket full of cash, or scurrying for the ATM for bus fare home. It is very hard not to enjoy a great day at the races, with beautiful weather, some good mates, some alcoholic fuelled fun and the chance and risk of winning and those who didn’t have a bet. There is always next year

4/5 Star Rating 

Boxing Day 2007 Offical Results

 Race 1 – DAME MATICO

Race 2 – BENGAL

Race 3 – CARRY THE KING

Race 4 -  MISS ANNALIESE  

Race 5 -  ZUBACK  

Race 6 – TINIKARUA

Race 7 -  MISS SHALAQUING