NSW Greyhound Breeders,
Owners and Trainers Association

Distances

Surface and Lure

Bathurst is a Loam surfaced track with a bramich lure system

Nomination details

Nominations for Monday meetings at Bathurst close Wednesday prior at 9 am. Nominate with GRNSW: Fax: (02) 8580 5301 (24/7) Phone Nomination on 1300 664 565 between 8am and 9am Monday to Friday. You can also register Online to Nominate through the GRNSW website at www.thedogs.com.au.

Box Draw

The box draw is conducted by the GRNSW following close of nominations. Box draw is typically released Wednesday afternoons following grading and can be found on this website, under racing info tab, or alternatively at www.thedogs.com.au

For trainers wishing to access fields via the Telads service please call Call 1902 261 112 and follow the prompts.

Scratchings

Scratchings are taken by GRNSW on 1300 797 538. Phone between 8am and 10:00am daily. DEADLINE FOR SCRATCHINGS 9.00am the day of the race meeting. Scratchings that are faxed WILL NOT be accepted.

Kenneling & Kennels

There is a veterinary service available at all race meetings. The Kennel block is air-conditioned and the kennels are on one level.

Kenneling Times
Open 90 minutes prior to the advertised starting time for race 1 and 
Close 45 minutes prior to the advertised starting time for race 1

Swabs

Bathurst follow GRNSW swabbing procedures and withholds prizemoney greater than $5830 when swabs are undertaken. Prizemoney is paid following clearance of swab sample.

Race Day Trials

No trials held before race meetings. They will be held after the race meeting on a Monday with field and solo trials available.

Non Race Day Trials

Bathurst Trials – Change to Trials Times due to Daylight Saving
From Sunday October 3, 2010 times for Bathurst trials on Sunday and Thursday will change to 8 am to 9.30 am

Arm Trials held Thursdays must be booked one day prior through the club.

Private and Break in Trials Sessions can be booked through the club and will be held after normal trials on a Thursday.

Trial Prices
Race Day
Field Trials $6 per greyhound, Solos $8
Non Race Day
Solo $8 per greyhound, bookings of 3 greyhounds or more $6 per greyhound
Handslips $5 per greyhound

Admission

Entry to Bathurst race meetings for Adults $7.00 incl.GST concession $5.00 incl. GST. Children under 16 FREE

Parking

Parking is available onsite with ample parking around the kenneling area or adjacent block, accessible just inside entry gate.

Driving

The NSW GBOTA provides the following driving suggestions. No responsability is taken for traffic or tolls enroute. Please use GPS or other devices if concerned. 

From Sydney / East
Follow the Great Western Highway to Bathurst. Upon entering Bathurst you’ll come through Kelso and cross the Macquarie River. Take the first left immediately after crossing the river, into Havannah Street. Go down two blocks to the roundabout, turn left into Russell Street. Go under the railway line and then take the first turn to the left into Lyal Street. One block down Lyal Street intersects with Upfold Street, the track is directly in front of you. Turn right on to Upfold Street to access Track entry found on your left hand side.

From the West
From Dubbo and Orange follow the Mitchell Highway to Bathurst. From Cowra and Blayney follow the Mid Western Highway to Bathurst. At the major roundabout which connects the Mitchell Highway, Mid Western Highway and Great Western Highway continue onto Rocket Street (straight through from Orange, right from Cowra) and down several (approximately 5) blocks to Havannah Street intersection. Turn left onto Havannah Street and follow it down approximately 5 block to third roundabout. Second roundabout will pass Vic Hotel (left) and Train station (right).  Turn right into Russell Street, go under the railway line and then take the first turn to the left into Lyal Street. One block down Lyal Street intersects with Upfold Street, the track is directly in front of you. Turn right on to Upfold Street to access Track entry found on your left hand side.

Public Transport