The Horsham Greyhound Racing Club started hosting race meetings at the Horsham Showgrounds in December, 1973. The Horsham Cup is held in March, on its recently upgraded track, which is now regarded as one of Australia’s best. In recent times the Club has supported many local Clubs and not for profit organisations through direct sponsorship and our Community Grants Program.
The Horsham Greyhound Racing Club is an active community member supporting various groups and clubs and generates in excess of $3m to the Wimmera's annual economy, and creating approximately 160 Full Time Equivalent jobs through the region.
The Horsham Greyhound Racing Club is committed to managing its operations with the community in mind and organises and hosts many events to support good causes and give local groups and residents opportunities to meet, raise funds and enjoy themselves.
We actively host and support community events, providing opportunities for local groups to meet, raise funds, and have fun.
This annual event raises money for community groups that work with the aged and disabled and gives their clients a great day out at the races. Since 2003 the Horsham Great Chase Community Days have donated around $20,000 to local community groups.
Horsham Greyhound Racing Club gives back through the Community Grants program.
As well as $600,000 the club spends in the Wimmera on wages and services annually, its committee has decided to extend the support by offering the funding program.
Club manager Justin Brilliant said the program would initially offer up to $10,000 overall to community groups to help with essential infrastructure, uniforms and programs
We’re a family-friendly racing club hosting free events throughout the year. Our Christmas Fun Day features face painting, BBQ, jumping castles, showbags, and more. Stay updated on upcoming events via our Facebook page.
Hosts adoption days and regular assessments to help retiring greyhounds transition into loving homes.
The club directly employs a number of permanent and casual staff and greyhound racing contributes more than $13 million to the region, along with indirect jobs and a market for local suppliers of goods and services.
