‘Support SA Racing Jobs’
2019-05-11 12:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Adelaide) | Morphettville Racecourse, 79 Morphett Rd, Morphettville , SA, 5043, Australia
The South Australian Jockey Club together with Thoroughbred Racing South Australia invite industry participants to unite on SA Derby Day in support and acknowledgement of the ‘Support SA Racing Jobs’ (https://www.supportsaracingjobs.com/) campaign. Join together to celebrate the long and proud history of South Australian racing on this marquee day trackside.

We all know our industry is capable of growing and prospering in the future given a level playing field, and we as an industry need to remain united. Please join us for some drinks and light refreshments in the Lower Gerard Pavilion.

When: Saturday 11th May – SA Derby Day, 12.00pm to 5.00pm
Where: Lower Gerard Pavilion, Morphettville Racecourse
Cocktail food provided – Cash bar available

To register, please click here– maximum 4 x tickets per person

Morphettville wish to offer SAROA members access to ticketing for this event for two days prior to other industry stakeholders.So make your bookings by Monday 9 am to secure your tickets.
http://mville.co/supportsaracing

SAROA Raceday
2019-07-20 12:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Adelaide) | Morphettville Racecourse, 79 Morphett Rd, Morphettville , SA, 5043, Australia
Gourmet BBQ at Morphettville

SAROA AGM
2019-09-14 11:15 - 17:00 (Australia/Adelaide) | Morphettville Racecourse, 79 Morphett Rd, Morphettville , SA, 5043, Australia
Free for members – light lunch

The Following documents are available via the links that follow
AGM Minutes – 15 September 2018
SAROA-AGM-Agenda-14-September-2019
SAROA Audited Financial Statements Final 03.09.19 (1)
SAROA President Report 2019

SAROA Tour
2019-10-27 08:00 - 18:00 (Australia/Adelaide) | Morphettville Racecourse, 79 Morphett Rd, Morphettville , SA, 5043, Australia
The tour is on Sunday October 27th
This year we will be going to Mill Park and then on to Finniss Lodge and then having a three
course lunch at The Finniss General Store.
We will be leaving Morphettville Racecourse at 8 am sharp so please be there by 7:45.

SAROA Christmas Party 2019
2019-11-24 12:30 - 16:00 (Australia/Adelaide) | Morphettville Racecourse, 79 Morphett Rd, Morphettville , SA, 5043, Australia

SAROA AGM - 2020
2020-11-14 11:00 - 14:30 (Australia/Adelaide) | Morphettville Racecourse, 79 Morphett Rd, Morphettville , SA, 5043, Australia
NOTICE OF SAROA ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
VENUE: Morphettville Race-course – Leilani Room
DATE: Saturday, 14 November 2019 11:15 am for a prompt 11:30 start.
(Note the meeting is later than usual this year due to COVID)
Limited complimentary food platters will be supplied after the conclusion of the meeting. Cash bar and TAB facilities provided. Free entry to the Racecourse to Members only by showing the current 2019/20120 membership card.
RSVP: 10 November 2020 via www.saroa.com.au
Or Phone: 0432 664 824 or email secretary@saroa.com.au
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Dear SAROA Members
We have one committee vacancy which was not filled last year, please consider nominating. As required by our constitution committee members Rob McBryde, Ken Cock and Allie Umoff retire but offer themselves for re-election.
We invite interested parties to nominate to become committee members. Nominations must be made in writing by 31 October 2020 by completing the form below and forwarding it to:
Richard Stafford, Secretary PO Box 1139 GUMERACHA SA 5233 or by email to secretary@saroa.com.au
I,____________________________________________________________________ wish to apply for the position of Committee Member.
Signed:
Nominated by (Member name) Signed :
Seconded by (Member name) Signed :
PLEASE NOTE: You can only join the committee or vote if you are a financial member
Members with dietary requirements please advise via the RSVP form or by email or phone.

SAROA Christmas Party 2020- Postponed
2020-11-29 12:00 - 16:00 (Australia/Adelaide) | Morphettville Racecourse, 79 Morphett Rd, Morphettville , SA, 5043, Australia

SAROA Afternoon Tea at The Races
2021-04-24 14:00 - 16:30 (Australia/Adelaide) | Morphettville Racecourse, 79 Morphett Rd, Morphettville , SA, 5043, Australia
SAROA and Santa didn’t get together last year because of COVID-19, hopefully this year will be different.
We are conscious that SAROA has been unable to run functions for some time.
We would like to welcome our members for an afternoon tea – starting around 2 pm on Saturday April 24th in the Terrace Bar at Morphettville. Food service will commence at 3:00pm
We will supply platters of savoury and sweet nibbles and a complementary drink for our members. Non-members welcome for $20 per person.
To assist with catering please book ASAP as time is short via the website www.saroa.com.au or ring Richard on 0432664824 or email secretary@saroa.com.au

SAROA 2021 AGM
2021-09-25 11:30 - 16:00 (Australia/Adelaide) | Morphettville Racecourse, 79 Morphett Rd, Morphettville , SA, 5043, Australia

SAROA Christmas Party 2021
2021-11-28 12:00 - 16:00 (Australia/Adelaide) | Morphettville Racecourse, 79 Morphett Rd, Morphettville , SA, 5043, Australia

Punt Club/SAROA Raceday
2022-07-16 13:30 - 16:30 (Australia/Adelaide) | Morphettville Racecourse, 79 Morphett Rd, Morphettville , SA, 5043, Australia
We are pleased to advise that we will be holding a raceday in conjunction with the Punt Club. Our event will be held on Saturday 16th of July and will include a two-course lunch in the Leilani Room at Morphettville, kicking off at around 11:30
We are hoping to see a good crowd for the event, the cost for members will be $75 and for non-members $90
Bookings are available via the website using this link
https://saroa.com.au/?post_type=tribe_events&p=4768&preview=true
or by contacting SAROA secretary Richard Stafford on 0432664824 or by email secretary@saroa.com.au

Apprentice Academy Visit
2022-09-29 16:00 - 19:00 (Australia/Adelaide) | Apprentice Academy, 1 Park Terrace,, Morphettville, SA, 5043, Australia
SAROA has for some time wanted to organise a visit to the Apprentice Academy to inspect the facilities there and to understand more about the training that our apprentice jockeys receive. COVID-19 has intervened on several occasions and renovations to the premises have held up arrangements but finally we can invite our members to inspect the Academy on September 29th at 4:00pm.
The Academy is located adjacent to the Magic Millions Complex 1 Park Terrace, Morphettville SA 5043
We have also made a booking at the Highway for those who wish to join us for dinner afterwards. The dinner will be Ala Carte at attendees cost.
RSVP 23 September – Please book using the tickets below

SAROA AGM
2022-11-12 10:30 - 14:00 (Australia/Adelaide) | The Junction, 470 Anzac Highway, Camden Park, SA, 5038, Australia

SAROA Members BBQ
2023-02-12 12:30 - 16:00 (Australia/Adelaide) | Morphettville Racecourse, 79 Morphett Rd, Morphettville , SA, 5043, Australia

In Conversation with Stewards and Jockeys
2023-06-22 18:30 - 20:30 (Australia/Adelaide) | Morphettville Junction, 470 Anzac Highway , Camden Park, South Australia, 5038, Australia

SAROA AGM 2023
2023-09-16 10:45 - 11:30 (Australia/Adelaide) | The Junction, 470 Anzac Highway, Camden Park, SA, 5038, Australia
The SAROA AGM will be held on September 16th.
Notice of AGM

Stable Tour and Raceday
2023-10-07 08:30 - 17:30 (Australia/Adelaide) | Thomas Farms Racecourse, Murray Bridge, 342 Brinkley Rd,, Murray Bridge, SA, Australia
Our tour this year involves a visit to the new Alexander Brothers stables at Thomas Farms Racecourse, Murray Bridge followed by access to the Alexander Brothers Marquee at the Murray Bridge Gold Cup meeting.
The programme

8:45 am sharp Bus leaves The Junction
10 am to 11am pre-drinks at Alexander Brothers Racing Stables and tour of the new barns and facilities.
11 am transfer to the Alexander Brothers Marquee, where there will be a welcoming drink where attendees can view the races.
Approximately 5.30 pm leave on bus to return to The Junction.

Package includes

Return Bus trip to Thomas Farms Racecourse, Murray Bridge.
Welcome pack including access tickets to the Alexander Brothers Marquee
Welcome drink at the Marquee
Food platters
Cash Bar

Some attendees may wish to make their own transport arrangements, in which case please ensure you arrive at the Alexander Brothers stables by 10 am.
Costs (including a subsidy for SAROA members

Including bus trip $65 members, $100 non-members
Own transport $35 members and $70

Bookings close September 28th – to allow for catering and bus. Please make sure we receive booking by the cut off

Pre-Christmas Drinks
2023-12-06 18:30 - 20:00 (Australia/Adelaide) | The Highway, 290 Anzac Hwy, Plympton, SA, 5038, Australia
Join your SAROA committee members for casual pre-Christmas drinks at The Highway 6.30pm December 6th
Light finger food platters provided.
Please RSVP to assist with catering

Summer BBQ Party
2024-02-25 12:00 - 16:00 (Australia/Adelaide) | Morphettville Racecourse, 79 Morphett Rd, Morphettville , SA, 5043, Australia
Note revised date.

SAROA AGM 2024
2024-09-21 10:15 - 10:30 (Australia/Adelaide) | The Junction, 470 Anzac Highway, Camden Park, SA, 5038, Australia
Our AGM will be held at The Junction on Saturday 21 September 10:15 for a 10:30 start.
Notice of AGM

How's the Form
2024-11-21 18:15 - 21:00 (Australia/Adelaide) | The Junction, 470 Anzac Highway, Camden Park, SA, 5038, Australia

SAROA Members' BBQ
2025-03-02 12:00 - 16:00 (Australia/Adelaide) | Morphettville Racecourse, 79 Morphett Rd, Morphettville , SA, 5043, Australia
As advised our members’ BBQ will be held on March 2nd in the Undercroft at Morphettville racecourse. The event is free for SAROA members and will cost $30 for non-members. To assist with catering please book via the QR code or use this link https://saroa.com.au/event/saroa-members-bbq-2/

Visit to Seyers Racing and Gytrash
2025-04-13 | The Junction, 470 Anzac Highway, Camden Park, SA, 5038, Australia

SAROA AGM 2025
2025-09-20 10:15 - 11:00 (Australia/Adelaide) | The Junction, 470 Anzac Highway, Camden Park, SA, 5038, Australia

Aaron Bain Stable tour and 1837 Barossa lunch
2025-11-30 09:00 - 16:30 (Australia/Adelaide) | The Junction, 470 Anzac Highway, Camden Park, SA, 5038, Australia
Subject: Join Us for the SAROA / Aaron Bain Racing Stable Tour & Lunch — Sunday 30 November 2025
Dear Members,
The South Australian Racehorse Owners Association (SAROA) is delighted to invite you to a full-day Stable Tour and Lunch on Sunday, 30 November 2025 — featuring a special visit to Aaron Bain Racing at Angaston Park before reverting to 1837 Barossa for lunch including wine tasting.
This is a great opportunity to enjoy a day out with fellow owners, meet the team at Aaron Bain Racing, and relax over lunch and wine tasting at one of the Barossa’s most scenic venues.

🏇 Event Itinerary

Depart ~9:00am:
The Junction Hotel — 470 Anzac Highway, Camden Park

Stop 1 – 10:30am:
Aaron Bain Racing — 95 Stott Highway, Angaston
(Morning tea provided)
Stop 2 – Lunch & Wine Tasting:
1837 Barossa — 119 Yaldara Drive, Lyndoch SA 5351

Return ~4:30pm:
The Junction Hotel — Camden Park

💰 Event Pricing

SAROA Members: $55 (Includes return bus travel, lunch, and wine tasting. Further beverages at own cost.)
Non-Members: $85
Members driving themselves: $35

📅 RSVP – Please book your tickets (per ticketing below) by 5pm, Thursday 13 November 2025.
Please confirm your attendance early to secure your place — seats on the bus are limited.
Include any dietary or accessibility requirements when replying.
We look forward to sharing a fun and memorable day with you in the Barossa!

Warm regards,
South Australian Racehorse Owners Association (SAROA)
📧 secretary@saroa.com.au | 📞 Function coordinator – Mandi Griffiths 0451 167 409
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SAROA ANNUAL MEMBERS BBQ
2026-02-15 12:00 - 16:00 (Australia/Hobart) | Morphettville Racecourse, 79 Morphett Rd, Morphettville , SA, 5043, Australia
Tickets available now – last day to book Tuesday 10th February.

The event is FREE for MEMBERS……however please REGISTER FOR TICKETS for catering purposes.
Non-Members are welcome. Tickets are $30 per head.

SAROA The Goodwood Day Preview - featuring John Kelton
2026-05-06 18:30 - 21:30 (Australia/Adelaide) | The Morphett Arms, 138 Morphett Road, Glengowrie, South Australia, 5044, Australia
