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Murrumbidgee Turf Club Limited (MTC) and Racing NSW are seeking applications to fill four (4) independent Director positions.

About Us
Murrumbidgee Turf Club (MTC), based in Wagga Wagga, is one of Australia’s leading country Thoroughbred racing venues, known for its strong community ties and a proud history of delivering high-quality racing.

Hosting 25 Thoroughbred race meetings each year, the highlight of the MTC is the prestigious Wagga Wagga Gold Cup Carnival in May - a premier two-day event that draws a crowd in excess of 14,000 people and showcases the best in racing, fashion and regional hospitality.

Murrumbidgee Turf Club’s picturesque gardens, great venues and ample parking makes them the ideal place to hold weddings, seminars, conferences and expos within the Riverina region.

We are seeking passionate and strategic individuals to join our Board of Directors. As an Independent Director, you’ll play a key role in shaping the future of the Club, helping to grow its legacy, drive innovation and enhance the experience for members, participants and the wider community.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to one of country racing’s most respected institutions. If you are eager to help steer the future of Thoroughbred racing in the Riverina, we invite you to apply today.

About You
Murrumbidgee Turf Club is seeking candidates who are committed to strengthening the Club and shaping its future as a leading Thoroughbred racing and training centre within provincial NSW.

People experienced and qualified in law, accounting, business management, commerce, construction, marketing and event management or other key business skills are encouraged to apply.

Governance experience is highly recommended. While racing industry experience is advantageous, it is not essential.

Appointment Process
A Selection Panel, convened by Racing NSW, will review applications, shortlist candidates and conduct interviews. Final appointments will be made by Racing NSW based on the Selection Panel’s
recommendations and the skills needed to complement existing Board members.

Special Conditions
It is important that members of the Board are free from any business or other relationship that could materially interfere (or could reasonably be perceived to materially interfere) with the independent exercise of that director’s judgment.

Applications are invited from candidates residing in the Wagga Wagga, Cootamundra-Gundagai, Snowy Valleys, Greater Hume, Lockhart, Narrandera, Coolamon and Junee government areas (or who will at the time of appointment reside in the local government area).

Application Forms
Application forms & suitability criteria may be downloaded at MTC-Independent Directors (Sept 2025)

Application forms are also accessible from Corey Cox, Racing NSW Legal Counsel on 02 9551 7559 or via clubdirectors@racingnsw.com.au

How to Apply?
Applications must include the following:

• Application Form CLICK HERE;
• Suitability Criteria (appears on final page) CLICK HERE;
• Cover Letter; and,
• Curriculum Vitae.

Applications must be received by 5pm on Wednesday, 15 October 2025 and submitted by email to clubdirectors@racingnsw.com.au or by post to Racing NSW, Level 7, 51 Druitt St, Sydney NSW 2000.

For further information please contact Racing NSW Legal Counsel, Corey Cox on 02 9551 7559 or at clubdirectors@racingnsw.com.au