The Newcastle & Hunter (“the Region”) Racing Hall of Fame recognises and honours outstanding achievements in the Thoroughbred Industry emanating from the Region.
Categories
There are four categories within the Hall of Fame:
- Horses
- Trainers
- Jockeys
- Associates
Eligibility
Horses:
Any horse trained and competing out of Newcastle Racecourse or a racecourse within the Region which is considered a product of the Region and which has excelled at the highest level including;
- An exceptional influence on racing in the Region or within the Australian
Thoroughbred Industry whist racing - Made a significant contribution to the breeding industry after retiring from racing
- Horses are not ineligible if they are still racing; excel overseas, or because of age, sex, number of race starts, or ownership
Trainers:
Any trainer who has been licensed by a principal club in Australia and domiciled in the Newcastle Region and;
- Made an outstanding contribution to racing in the Region or within the Australian Thoroughbred Industry
- Consistently achieved results at the highest level, or in trainers’ premierships
- Excelled in horse husbandry; nurturing apprentices and promoting the Industry
- Candidates may be either active or retired trainers
Candidates may be either active or retired trainers
Jockeys:
Any jockey who has been licensed by a principal club in Australia and domiciled in the Newcastle Region and;
- Made an outstanding contribution to racing in the Region or within the Australian Thoroughbred Industry
- Consistently achieved results at the highest level, or in jockeys’ premierships
- Excelled in race riding and promoting the Industry
- Candidates may be either active or retired jockeys
Associates:
Any person, other than persons eligible for the trainers’ and jockeys’ categories who have made an outstanding contribution to the Newcastle or Australian Thoroughbred Industry. This category includes;
- Breeders, owners, administrators, media, bookmakers and anyone else who has
made an outstanding contribution to the Region or the Australian Thoroughbred
Industry - Candidates may still be active in their profession