Heritage listing of portions of the historic Eagle Farm Racecourse has already been lifted to give way to future works on the $1.2 billion master plan for the site.
The Brisbane Racing Club (BRC) previously applied to delist a small section of the heritage-listed Eagle Farm racecourse land from the Queensland Heritage Register. Lifting the heritage listing on these sections will make it possible for works on the BRC’s master plan expansion to move forward.
The delisting involved the four lots on the south-east section of the Eagle Farm race track near the Gallopers Sports Club and around to front Nudgee Road. The delisted area of the Eagle Farm racecourse is now the site of the Racecourse Village with the full-line Woolworths supermarket, specialty shops and restaurants.
Racecourse Village Aerial Footage July 2018
Video credit: Brisbane Racing Club/YouTube
Whilst a majority of the area including the racetrack, front gates, and the grandstand remains heritage-listed, community organization Brisbane Residents United felt dismayed over the decision to delist sections of the historic site.
BRU president Elizabeth Handley expressed her concern at how the city is losing its heritage sites and heritage buildings. BRC, on the other hand, said that they are keen on keeping the heritage listing of vast majority of the racecourse. Delisting portions of the site will make assessment on future developments and changes to the master plan easier.
The $40 million Racecourse Village Shopping Centre is part of the BRC master plan. The Racecourse Village features what is considered to be the most modern Woolworths supermarket in Australia. There are also 12 specialty outlets located on the ground floor with six tenancies on the first floor. The site also features a mixture of dining destinations and services, $700,000 of solar panels, and high-level brick and tile finishes.
St. Patrick Day is here again and Eagle Farm Racecourse in Ascot now claims bragging rights for having the biggest celebration in Brisbane with its Paddyfest event on 17 March.
Paddyfest is a proud celebration of all things Irish, from beer to food, culture and entertainment.
The fun kicks off at 11:00 a.m. and will run until 10:00 p.m. It’s going to be an all-day and a family-friendly affair.
For one day, the racecourse will be transformed into a busy Irish village with pop-up bars selling the popular Guinness, Magner’s Irish Cider, and one of Paddyfests’ very own signature cocktail, the Shamrock Juice.
Food stalls and food trucks will be offering the best of the Irish cuisine. There’s Mac from Way Back, IndieMex, and the Diddly Dee Food Truck.
The whole programme on the main stage is jam-packed with everything Irish as well. There will be Irish dancers and traditional Irish pipe bands. There will also be music from classic rock bands and other performers such as Tartan Shamrock, the City of Brisbane Wing Pipe Band, Shanon Watkins Band, and the Ukelele Death Squad Band.
Plus, legendary Irish stand up comedian Jimeoin will be bringing the house down with his own brand of humour.
Included in the fun-filled programme are two exciting competitions. A Wing Eating Contest will be held. A Paddyfest Merch Pack is at stake.
There will also be a best-dressed competition where all Irish-inspired costumes are accepted. Those who will be joining are allowed to be as creative as they would like to be. Costumes can range from the traditional to fictional as long as they are inspired by Irish fashion. For the complete mechanics for the Wing Eating and Best-Dressed competitions click here.
Here’s the schedule to guide you through for the day.
Credit: Paddyfest Website
Kids are welcome to this event as there will be a designated Kids’ Zone with free rides, craft activities, and face painting.
The event has just released its second batch of tickets. To purchase tickets, click here.
With the evenings becoming longer and the air bringing extra chill, autumn is definitely just around the corner. Nothing can be better than welcoming the weather by dining amidst a luxurious al fresco setting at the Brisbane Racing Club.
What
The Brisbane Racing Club will be hosting the inaugural Ascot Green Longest Dinner Under the Stars, an evening of fine food and wine to delight even a discriminating connoisseur.
The night will be the gathering of social butterflies and lovers of live entertainment. There will be free-flowing beverages, canapés upon arrival, and memorable gastronomic experiences. The dinner will feature a two-course meal curated by a topnotch culinary team.
Where
The bespoke menu will showcase the finest food and wines from across South East Queensland. It will be uniquely presented at the event’s Longest Table, winding through the breathtaking view of the heritage-listed Eagle Farm Racecourse.
The well-preserved Victorian and Federation heritage buildings, complete with the stately wrought iron and timber grandstands of 1913, will be the backdrop of the festivities on this lovely evening. The night will also be an opportunity to stroll by the restored betting auditoriums, taking pleasure in the ornate iron gates and pillars of the historic structure.
The Eagle Farm Racecourse was established in 1856 and has remained standing for more than 150 years. The place is brimming with nostalgia that will surely make the night a magical one to remember.
When
The first Ascot Green Longest Dinner Under the Stars will be held on the 10th of March at 9:30 p.m. and is sponsored by Mirvac Residential for the benefit of The Smith Family.
Mirvac Residential, a leading Australian property developer, is also the name behind the upcoming Ascot Green residential apartments.
The Smith Family, meanwhile, is a national and independent children’s charity whose primary aim is to help educate disadvantaged Australian children.
The annual free movie series at the Big Screen on the Green Trackside Open-air Cinema returns on the 18th until 22nd of December. The screenings will be held at the Brisbane Racing Club’s heritage-listed Eagle Farm Racecourse.
Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and everyone is encouraged to arrive earlier to set up picnic blankets and to claim their free frozen Coke, an offer that only happens this year. Coming before the movie starts will also allow children to enjoy the Christmas carols, free face painting, and a surprise visit from Santa. They can also have a meet-and-greet with Giddy Up Club’s mascot, Lucky George.
Heads up, though. Bringing one’s own food is not allowed. The Brisbane Racing Club Food Truck will sell snack and drinks at the site. Another option is to pre-purchase a Christmas Hamper at $40 per couple.
What’s included inside the Christmas Hamper:
1 x baked ham and seeded mustard w dried tomato, cress in a crusty baguette (cut in half)
1 x oven roasted chicken w oak leaf, shaved radish, cucumber and red onion, mild roasted garlic aioli in a crusty baguette (cut in half)
Vegetarian quiche
Side salad to share
Christmas pavlova with berries and passionfruit
Farmhouse cheese and cherries
Movie List, Information and Schedule:
“Elf” on 18th December at 6:30 p.m.
About the film:
Buddy was accidentally transported to the North Pole as a toddler and raised to adulthood among Santa’s elves. Unable to shake the feeling that he doesn’t fit in, the adult Buddy travels to New York, in full elf uniform, in search of his real father. As it happens, this is Walter Hobbs, a cynical businessman. After a DNA test proves this, Walter reluctantly attempts to start a relationship with the childlike Buddy with increasingly chaotic results.
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“Home Alone” on 19th December at 6:30 p.m.
About the film:
When bratty 8-year-old Kevin McCallister (Macaulay Culkin) acts out the night before a family trip to Paris, his mother (Catherine O’Hara) makes him sleep in the attic. After the McCallisters mistakenly leave for the airport without Kevin, he awakens to an empty house and assumes his wish to have no family has come true. But his excitement sours when he realizes that two con men (Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern) plan to rob the McCallister residence, and that he alone must protect the family home.
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“Santa Clause” on 20th December at 6:30 p.m.
About the film:
Divorced dad Scott (Tim Allen) has custody of his son (Eric Lloyd) on Christmas Eve. After he accidentally kills a man in a Santa suit, they are magically transported to the North Pole, where an elf explains that Scott must take Santa’s place before the next Christmas arrives. Scott thinks he’s dreaming, but over the next several months he gains weight and grows an inexplicably white beard. Maybe that night at the North Pole wasn’t a dream after all – and maybe Scott has a lot of work to do.
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“The Grinch Who Stole Christmas” on 21st December at 6:30 p.m.
About the film:
In this live-action adaptation of the beloved children’s tale by Dr. Seuss, the reclusive green Grinch (Jim Carrey) decides to ruin Christmas for the cheery citizens of Whoville. Reluctantly joined by his hapless dog, Max, the Grinch comes down from his mountaintop home and sneaks into town to swipe everything holiday-related from the Whos. However, the bitter grump finds a hitch in his plans when he encounters the endearing Cindy Lou Who (Taylor Momsen).
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“Polar Express” on 22nd December at 6:30 p.m.
About the film:
An inspiring adventure based on the beloved children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg. When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe.
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Eagle Farm Racecourse is at 230 Lancaster Road, Ascot
