2014/15 MARQUEE & HOSPITALITY BROCHURE THERE’S NOTHING LIKE A CLIFFHANGER. MURRAY BRIDGE GOLD CUP WEDNESDAY 15 OCTOBER 2014 FASHIONS ON THE FIELD
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Only a short drive from Adelaide along the South Eastern Freeway, the Murray Bridge Racecourse is the ideal location for corporate and social entertainment. Each package provides a unique and cost effective way to entertain clients, staff or family and friends all year round.
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Murray Bridge Racing Club offers a range of hospitality packages for corporate functions and social occasions throughout the racing season. The Murray Bridge Racing Club prides itself on being a progressive club, continually upgrading and refining raceday packages to suit the needs of its customers.
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Carlton Draught Murray Bridge Gold Cup Wednesday 15th October 2014 The Carlton Draught Murray Bridge Gold Cup is always a fantastic day of quality racing, fashion and entertainment. Murray Bridge is known as the generous heart of the Murray and is famous for its hospitality. Take advantage of the atmosphere of this great day to entertain friends and colleagues or network with clients and suppliers. All racegoers have the chance to enter a free draw to win a River Wren weekend houseboat holiday.
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Carlton Draught Marquee $140 per person Perfectly located trackside within close confines of the day’s activities, this marquee is the place to be for the racing enthusiast. The Carlton Draught Marquee offers the ultimate raceday experience with a special guest MC. Marquee open 11am to 5pm.
Package includes sumptuous four course buffet luncheon Appetizers: an assortment of bruschetta and tapas platters Entree: freshly shucked Coffin Bay oysters, Main course: Succulent SA prawns and baked Spencer Gulf Kingfish, premium selection of choice cut meats served carvery style accompanied by vegetables, salads and an assorted bread basket Dessert: cocktail cream filled cakes, chocolate muds, éclairs and fruit filled slices To complete the meal: cheese & greens with sliced fresh and dried fruits, nuts and water crackers will be served • Premium beer, wine, & soft drinks, including: Carlton Draught, Carlton Mid, Pepperjack Barossa Valley Shiraz, Wynns “The Gables” Cabernet Shiraz, Devil’s Lair 5th Leg Chardonnay, Annies Lane Moscato, Upside Down Sauvignon Blanc, Seppelts Fleur de Lys • Raceday admission • In-house tote facilities • Racebooks • Prizes and giveaways • Reserved Seating • Dress code - jacket and tie, no denim
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Crown Lager Clubroom $90 per person Situated in the comfort of the clubroom facility this package represents great value and an experience only Cup Day offers. Clubroom open from 11am to 5pm.
Package includes: Main course: Quality grain fed scotch fillet cooked to perfection, served on a roasted potato and rosemary crush topped with bacon, cherry tomato chutney with a vegetable medley and tapenade side Chicken Ballontine, breast fillet pocketed with double smoked ham, port salute cheese topped with pesto and semi dried tomato cream sauce Dessert: mini chocolate fudge cakes with homemade chocolate butterflies mini lemon meringues mini honey and cinnamon cheesecakes mini date and walnut puddings with toffee shards Beer, wine, & soft drinks, including: Crown Lager, Carlton Draught, Cascade Light, selected Treasury wines and sparkling wine • Raceday admission • In-house tote facilities • Television screens • Reserved seating • Racebook • Dress code - neat casual
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Fashion at The Races The Races have long been synonymous with stunning fashions. This year’s Gold Cup holds added significance in the fashion ranks with the event featuring as an automatic qualifying heat of the statewide Fashion at The Races competition searching for South Australia’s most stylish racegoer. The lucky winner of Murray Bridge Gold Cup’s Fashion on the Field will progress to the Fashion at The Races final at Morphettville in April 2015, where they’ll be treated to hospitality at Schweppes Oaks Day and two nights accommodation at the Oaks Plaza Pier Glenelg. Nominations will be open on course between 11am and 1pm.
2013 Murray Bridge Gold Cup Winner Jayde Foote. Jayde went on to win the State Final of Fashion at The Races.
Who will win the honour of representing Murray Bridge in the Fashion at The Races State Final on SportingBet Derby Day at Morphettville next year?
The 16 finalists chosen from around the state will go in the running to win this season’s major prize – a super-stylish, Alfa Romeo MiTo. A car in which a sporty silhouette is combined with the comfort of a compact saloon. With lines inspired by the beautiful limited edition Alfa 8C supercar, the Alfa MiTo could only be a product of Italy – stunning design combined with excellent craftsmanship. The runner-up will win a $3,000 shopping voucher from Perri Cutten. For more information and Ts and Cs: fashionattheraces.com.au
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Young Punter's and Collectors Marquee $35 per person (18 - 35 years) The value bet for Cup day is right here! Everyone loves a great deal and the Young Punter's and Collectors marquee at $35 is value personified. Marquee open 11am - 5pm
Package includes: Power FM's - Power Pack Steve Murphy will be guest DJ Add to your Cup Day experience, get a few friends together, kick back and enjoy the party in the ideal location. Cash Bar Facility available. Catering Facilities nearby Dress Codes apply.
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Event Booking Form - Cup Day Name of group: Contact person: Invoicing details:
Mailing address:
Fax: Mobile number: Email: Package details: Carlton Draught Marquee @ $140pp Number of guests: Cost $
Crown Lager Clubroom @ $90pp Number of guests: Cost $
Total: $ Deposit: $ (40% of total enclosed herein) Balance (payable seven days prior to event) $
In signing this booking sheet, I agree to the following: •B ookings cancelled within four calendar weeks of the event will incur a 25% administration fee •C ancellations seven working days or less prior to the event will forfeit the deposit •N o refunds for non arrivals or reductions seven working days prior to the event •B ookings cancelled more than four calendar weeks before the event will not incur the administration fee and all deposits paid will be refunded •F ull payment of the total account must be received by the Secretary of Murray Bridge Racing Club, seven working days prior to the event. Signature: Date:
Young Punter's and Collectors Marquee $35pp Number of guests:
Cost $ Bus Seat Reservation $35pp Number of guests: Cost $
Print name:
Please return to: Murray Bridge Racing Club Inc. 2a Maurice Road Murray Bridge SA 5253 or fax to: 08 8532 5676 or email to email@racingmurraybridge.com
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Method of Payment Please send payments to: Murray Bridge Racing Club Inc. 2A Maurice Road Murray Bridge SA 5253
Payment Details: Cheque Money Order I enclose my cheque/money order for: $ Payable to Murray Bridge Racing Club Inc.
Direct deposits: can be made to the following account Murray Bridge Racing Club Inc. Bank: ANZ BSB: 015-665 Account: 623530120 Amount: Customer name: Please forward remittance advice by fax to the finance department on 08 8532 5676 or email to finance@racingmurraybridge.com
Or debit my: Bankcard Visa Mastercard Credit Card Number: Verification Number: Amount + Fee: $ Cardholder name: Expiry date: Signature: Please note: Facility fee of 1.75% of Transaction for Credit Cards and $2.00 per transaction for Debit Cards may apply.
Full payment of the marquee packages is to be paid seven working days prior to the raceday.
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Something a little different? Tailoring to your needs The Murray Bridge Racing Club prides itself on tailoring hospitality packages to suit individual needs. Everyone wants something different at their race day function, and we will go out of our way to accommodate everyone. Simply give us a call or email us, and we will endeavour to make your race day one to remember. Packages can be tailored to suit your needs and budget. Patrons can supply their own food for the day, or choose from our selection of delicious menus*. We have a strict no BYO alcohol or soft drinks policy at the racecourse, but can discuss beverage packages with you. All marquee bookings receive discounted drink prices. *Minimum numbers required.
Basic Marquee Package - uncatered: $36.00 (inc GST) per person - minimum 10 guests $34.50 (inc GST) per person - group bookings between 21 - 40 guests $33.00 (inc GST) per person - group booking between 41 - 79 guests $31.00 (inc GST) per person - group booking 80+ guests Package includes: • marquee tailored to size of group • round tables • white garden chairs • umbrella • general admission • picket fencing For more information on Basic Marquee Packages visit: www.racingmurraybridge.com
Why not choose your own catering package? Available Gold Cup Day and all other feature race meets Finger Food - (minimum 25 guests) $27.50 per person - your choice of any three cold and any three hot platters $30.00 per person - your choice of any four cold and any four hot platters $35.00 per person - your choice of any five cold and any five hot platters Cold entrèe platters Assorted bruschetta Toasted woodoven bread topped with roma tomato, basil and olive oil, olive tapenade, chicken caesar and cos lettuce crostini. Smoked salmon, semi dried tomato and caper mayo mini melba toast.
Hot main course platters Grilled meats Australian spiced chicken skewers, lemon pepper chicken drumettes, marinated beef satay and spicy beefballs. Asian assortment Hot selection of curried samosas, cocktail dim sims, mini vegetarian spring rolls, salt and pepper squid and tempura vegetables with sweet chilli and soy dipping sauces. Selection of savoury bakery pastries Cornish pasties and steak pies with mini quiche, spanokopita and tomato chutney.
Antipasto Quality selection of cured in SA meats with regional influences, mediterranean style stuffed mushrooms, marinated char grilled vegetables, marinated calamari,
Gourmet topped mini pizza bites Vegetarian, spicy supreme and bbq chicken topped with mozzarella.
cocktail pickles, bocconcini, marinated kalamata olives and grissini.
Spanokopita, risotto balls, corn puffs and vegetable croquettes with veg pizza bites.
Mezze Wood oven ciabatta with balsamic vinegar and SA olive oil. Accompanied with chefs selection of dips, dolmades, fetta and pitas.
Seafood platter Optional extra (additional $180 per platter) Coffin bay oysters served natural, crème fraiche and smoked salmon. Fresh whole South Australian prawns.
Cheese and greens with fresh fruit Brie, smoked cheddar, blue and edam with green olives, crackers, wafers, fresh veg cruditĂŠs and market fresh fruits. Sushi Vegetarian and seafood California rolls.
Gourmet vegetarian
Why not choose your own catering package? Available Gold Cup Day and all other feature race meets BBQ Buffet Gourmet BBQ $35.00 per person (50 guest minimum) Premium BBQ $38.50 per person (50 guest minimum) Appetizer platter Seafood Platter (additional $180 per platter) Coffin Bay oysters served natural, crème fraiche & smoked salmon. Fresh whole South Australian prawns. Entrée platters Antipasto Chef’s selection of dips, dolmades and pitas, with leg ham, peppered salami, kabana, polish sausage, marinated veg and olives with cheddar cheese served with fresh bread and grizzini.
Main course selection (served buffet style in heated chaffing dishes) Premium BBQ • • • • • • •
Beef fillet. Seafood skewers. Organic chicken breast skewers. Lamb cutlets. Gourmet sausages - pork, Italian and steak. Mustard, BBQ and Tomato sauce. Summer Salads (choice of 3) Greek, coleslaw, German potato, pasta and Italian bean
Main course selection (served buffet style in heated chaffing dishes) Gourmet BBQ • • • • • • • •
Marinated BBQ beef steaks. Rosemary and red wine beef skewers. Tandoori chicken satay. Lamb souvalaki. Gourmet BBQ sausages - pork and sage, Italian beef and garlic. Mustard, BBQ and Tomato sauce. Summer Salads Greek, coleslaw or German potato.
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Thomas Foods International Christmas Cup Sunday 7 December 2014 This popular event is one of the best family social race days on the thoroughbred racing calendar. The beauty of the Christmas Cup is that it offers something for everyone - great food, racing, live music from rock trio 'Acoustic Fix' and entertainment for the whole family, all in an atmosphere of good cheer and celebration. Featuring rides, face painters, prizes, giveaways, the Stable Stars Kids Club and an appearance from Santa himself. It’s a special Christmas occasion to be enjoyed by all.
Christmas Marquee $120 per person Situated in the midst of this day's festive atmosphere, the Christmas Marquee is in the prime trackside location .
Package includes: Marquee packages are very popular, offering one of the most extensive and variable racing hospitality packages going around. Be sure to book early and secure your spot for a great day at the races.
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Three Course Luncheon - Offering quality Murraylands grown products matched with the 5 hour Drink Package - Including beer, wine & bubbles package Marquee open 11am - 5pm
Upcoming Race Dates Carlton Draught Murray Bridge Gold Cup 15 Oct 14
Tailem Bend Racing Club Race Day 25 Mar 15
Daish Irrigation & Fodder Race Day 12 Nov 14
Regular Race Day 22 Apr 15
Thomas Foods International Christmas Cup 7 Dec 14
Murray Bridge Mid Week Races 6 May 15
New Years Race Day 1 Jan 15
Carlton Draught Hotelier's Race Day 20 May 15
Summer Holidays Race Day 14 Jan 15
Queen's Birthday Holiday Race Day 8 Jun 15
Australia Day Races 26 Jan 15
Murray Bridge Mid Week Races 24 Jun 15
Summer Raceday 11 Feb 15
Thomas Foods International Supporter's Race Day 22 Jul 15
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Beverage Packages Beer Crown Lager - $4.50 Carlton Draught cans - $3.50 Carlton Dry Cans - $3.50 Victoria Bitter cans - $3.50 Pure Blonde - $4.00 Carlton Midstrength cans - $3.00 Cascade Premium Light cans - $2.90 Spirit mixers Cougar Bourbon & Cola - $5.00 Black Douglas Scotch & Cola - $5.00 Black Douglas Scotch & Dry - $5.00 UDL cans - $5.00 Bundaberg Rum & Cola - $6.00
Sparkling wines Salinger Vintage Pinot Chard Petit Munier - $34 Killawarra Klassic Brut - $16 Seppelts Fleur de Lys NV PNC - $18 Yellowglen Jewel Pink (low alc) - $16 Yellowglen Jewel Yellow (low alc) - $16 Red wines Pepperjack Barossa Valley Shiraz - $28 Jamiesons Run Cab Sauv - $22 Wolf Blass Private Release Shiraz - $22 Rosemount Estate Nursery Project Grenache - $28 Wynn’s Coonawarra The Gables Cab Shiraz - $26 Annie's Lane Cab Sauv Merlot - $26
Non-alcoholic beverages Coke cans - $1.40 Diet-Coke cans - $1.40 Sprite cans - $1.40 Fanta cans - $1.40
White wines Devil’s Lair 5th Leg Chardonnay - $20 Upside Down Sauvignon Blanc - $20 Annies Lane Moscato - $25
Lift cans - $1.40 600ml water - $1.80 2L orange juice - $5.00
Leo Buring Clare Valley Riesling - $25 Rosemount Estate Sem Sauv Blanc - $20 Juliet Moscato - $20
This page must be returned along with the booking and payment forms.
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Event Booking Form Date of event: ...................................................................................... Name of group: ...................................................................................... Contact person: ...................................................................................... Invoicing details: ...................................................................................... Mailing address: ...................................................................................... Fax: ..................................................................................... Mobile number: ...................................................................................... Email: ...................................................................................... Package details Details NO. Cost Marquee cost ................. ................. $............... Catering cost ................. ................. $............... Beverage package cost ................. ................. $............... Miscellaneous ................. ................. $............... Total $............... Deposit (40% of total enclosed herein) $............... Balance (payable seven days prior to event) $............... In signing this booking sheet, I agree to the following: • Bookings cancelled within four calendar weeks of the event will incur a 25% • • • •
administration fee Cancellations seven working days or less prior to the event will forfeit the deposit No refunds for non arrivals or reductions seven working days prior to the event Bookings cancelled more than four calendar weeks before the event will not incur the administration fee and all deposits paid will be refunded Full payment of the total account must be received by the Secretary of Murray Bridge Racing Club, seven working days prior to the event
Signature ..................................... .............
Date..........................................
Print name
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Please return to:
Murray Bridge Racing Club Inc. 2a Maurice Road Murray Bridge SA 5253
or fax to: or email to:
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