To help ensure a safe, enjoyable and well-managed experience for all patrons, Muswellbrook Race Club has established the following Conditions of Entry.
By entering Skellatar Park, purchasing or using a ticket, accepting an invitation, using a membership privilege or entering under accreditation, patrons agree to comply with these conditions, all lawful directions issued by Club staff and security, and any applicable Racing NSW requirements.
Additional conditions may apply to individual race meetings, hospitality areas, functions or ticket types.
Tickets are issued subject to the conditions displayed at the point of sale, any event-specific ticketing terms and Muswellbrook Race Club’s Conditions of Entry.
Patrons may be required to present:
Tickets, memberships and accreditations must not be copied, altered, shared or used fraudulently.
Unless otherwise required by Australian Consumer Law or stated in the applicable ticketing terms:
Muswellbrook Race Club reserves the right to vary advertised race times, fields, entertainment, hospitality arrangements and event details where reasonably required.
Race meetings may be postponed, abandoned, transferred, rescheduled or conducted without spectators due to weather, track conditions, safety concerns, Racing NSW directions, government requirements or circumstances beyond the Club’s reasonable control.
Any refund, credit or exchange arrangements will be determined according to the relevant ticket terms, services already provided and Australian Consumer Law.
Patrons should retain their ticket and proof of purchase until the Club publishes the applicable arrangements.
Patrons must comply with the dress regulations applying to their ticketed or hospitality area.
General admission attire must be clean, neat and appropriate for a family-friendly racing environment.
Smart casual dress standards may apply to:
For gentlemen, collared shirts and enclosed footwear are recommended. Jackets and ties may be encouraged on feature race days.
The following may be considered unsuitable:
Members are responsible for ensuring their guests comply with the applicable dress regulations.
Muswellbrook Race Club reserves the right to refuse access to a specific area where a patron does not meet the required dress standard.
Entry to Muswellbrook Race Club is subject to venue capacity, valid admission, security screening and any event-specific conditions.
Muswellbrook Race Club may refuse entry to or remove any person who:
Where a patron is refused entry or removed for breaching these conditions, no refund will ordinarily be provided.
Muswellbrook Race Club may conduct bag inspections, visual inspections and other reasonable security screening at entry points or within the venue.
Entry may be refused where a person:
The following items must not be brought into the racecourse without prior written approval:
Unless otherwise stated for a particular race meeting, patrons may bring reasonable quantities of personal food for their own consumption.
The following may be restricted:
Sealed, unopened non-alcoholic drinks may be permitted at the Club’s discretion.
Personal marquees, gazebos, tents, shade structures and similar equipment are not permitted without prior written approval from Muswellbrook Race Club.
This restriction helps maintain safe access routes, clear viewing areas and compliance with venue and event-management plans.
Dogs, pets and other animals are not permitted within the racecourse grounds.
Accredited assistance animals are permitted when accompanying a person with disability. Patrons attending with an assistance animal are encouraged to contact the Club before race day.
Patrons must not enter restricted or operational areas without authorisation.
Restricted areas may include:
Patrons must not touch, feed, approach or interfere with horses, jockeys, trainers, officials or racing operations.
Muswellbrook Race Club is a licensed venue and is committed to the responsible service of alcohol.
Patrons must not bring alcohol onto the racecourse. Alcohol may only be purchased from authorised outlets operating within the licensed premises.
Club staff may:
Alcohol must not be sold or supplied to an intoxicated person or a minor.
Patrons must not:
Any unauthorised alcohol may be confiscated or must be removed from the venue.
Patrons engaging in violent, quarrelsome, disorderly or offensive conduct may be refused service, removed from the venue and reported to NSW Police.
A minor is a person under 18 years of age.
Minors must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult while attending Muswellbrook Race Club.
Minors must not:
The supervising adult is responsible for the minor’s conduct.
A minor found consuming or attempting to obtain alcohol may be removed from the venue together with the supervising adult. The matter may also be referred to NSW Police.
Proof of age may be requested at any time. Patrons who cannot provide acceptable identification may be refused alcohol or access to age-restricted areas.
Vehicles are brought into and parked within Muswellbrook Race Club at the owner’s risk.
Drivers must:
Accessible parking is reserved for vehicles displaying a valid Mobility Parking Scheme permit.
Muswellbrook Race Club is not responsible for loss of or damage to vehicles or their contents, except where liability cannot legally be excluded.
Patrons are responsible for their own personal possessions and should:
Lost property may be retained, disposed of or donated after a reasonable period in accordance with Club policy.
Persons under 18 years of age must not gamble or place a wager.
Patrons must comply with all applicable wagering laws, Racing NSW requirements and directions issued by Stewards, licensed bookmakers, TAB personnel and Club officials.
Patrons must not:
Any suspected unlawful wagering, suspicious betting activity or integrity concern may be reported to Racing NSW, NSW Police or another relevant authority.
Personal photography and recording are generally permitted, provided they do not:
Commercial photography, professional filming, livestreaming, broadcasting or recording for promotional or commercial purposes requires prior written approval from Muswellbrook Race Club and may also require Racing NSW approval.
Drones and remotely piloted aircraft are not permitted without prior written approval and all required regulatory permissions.
By attending Muswellbrook Race Club, patrons acknowledge that they may be photographed, filmed or recorded by the Club, Racing NSW, broadcasters, media organisations, sponsors or event partners.
Images and recordings may be used for:
Unauthorised sale, publication or commercial use of race-day images or recordings is prohibited.
Muswellbrook Race Club is an active racing, training, hospitality and event venue.
Patrons must take reasonable care for their own safety and the safety of others and must follow all directions issued by Club staff, security personnel, Racing NSW officials, emergency services and NSW Police.
The following conduct is prohibited:
Patrons must not:
Smoking and vaping are only permitted in designated areas.
Patrons must comply with all venue signage and applicable smoke-free laws. Smoking or vaping may be prohibited in indoor areas, enclosed spaces, food-service areas, grandstands, entrances and other designated locations.
In an emergency, patrons must follow all directions issued by Club staff, security and emergency services.
Patrons must not obstruct:
Race meetings may be delayed, suspended, evacuated or abandoned where required for safety.
CCTV and other security systems may operate throughout Muswellbrook Race Club.
Footage may be used for:
A racecourse is an active sporting and operational environment. Potential hazards include horses, vehicles, outdoor surfaces, weather, temporary structures and crowded areas.
Nothing in these Conditions of Entry excludes or restricts any liability that cannot lawfully be excluded under Australian law.
Questions regarding these Conditions of Entry can be directed to:
Muswellbrook Race Club
Skellatar Park
Racecourse Road
Muswellbrook NSW 2333
Phone: (02) 6541 1699
Email: admin@muswellbrookraceclub.com.au
