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Newcastle Jockey Club Limited (NJC) and Racing NSW are seeking applications to fill three (3) independent Director positions.

About Us
Newcastle Jockey Club (NJC), established in 1906, is one of Australia's leading and most progressive race clubs. Based at the Newcastle Racecourse in the heart of the Hunter region, it is an excellent time to become a part of the NJC Board, who are directing the Club to become a key player in the NSW Thoroughbred Racing landscape by delivering state-of-the-art racing and training facilities and enhancing the sporting and social fabric of the community.

It is an excellent opportunity to join the Board of the NJC, one of the largest and premier provincial clubs in New South Wales who are entering an exciting phase of growth and innovation. In recognition of this, Racing NSW awarded the NJC a stand-alone race meeting featuring The Hunter - a $1 million feature race that has quickly become a marquee event on the local, regional and NSW sporting & social calendar.

More than just a race, The Hunter represents the club’s bold vision for the future, bringing economic benefits, national attention, and a sense of pride to the region.

Be part of a club where tradition meets ambition and help shape the next chapter in the NJC’s proud legacy. The NJC Board of Directors are responsible to oversee governance and strategic direction of the Club.

About You
Newcastle Jockey 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 Newcastle, Port Stephens, Lake Macquarie, Maitland or Cessnock local 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 NJC-Independent Directors (Aug 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 Friday, 29 August 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