What’s On at SCTC Stable Open Day & Race Meeting
SCTC STABLE OPEN DAY & RACEDAY | SUNDAY 6 APRIL
- Go behind the scenes at the stables, meet top trainers & racehorses.
- FREE ENTRY to the races for all attendees.
- Enjoy a complimentary BBQ breakfast & yearling parades.
Event Schedule
Tickets
FROM
$15 General Admission
$25 Member’s Guest
$45 Members Enclosure Pass
FREE Child Under 18
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Reservations
PARADE RING TERRACE
Reserved tables, shared alfresco area
Adults from $15pp*
Celebrate racing and socializing in the scenic, undercover Parade Ring Terrace with a reserved table. Enjoy the action up close with your favourite people.
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Experience heart-pounding thoroughbred horse racing with a special touch for Mother’s Day. Enjoy leisurely eats & drinks from the Parade Ring Terrace Bar & Pizzeria, views of the track, Mounting Yard, Winning Post, & Super Screen in a relaxed setting perfect for the whole family.
INCLUSIONS
- Racecourse General Admission ticketing.
- Reserved table and seating options:
- High Top Seating for groups of 4 (multiple tables available).
- Standard Seating for 4-10 (multiple tables available).
- Easy access to Parade Ring Terrace Bar & Pizzeria, Tote, and Bookies.
- Option to pre-order platters for collection via the Furlong Café.
ATRIUM DINING
Members Enclosure, A la Carte dining
Adults From $45pp*
Enjoy panoramic views, exquisite food, and superb sips in stylish settings. As a special treat, every mum receives a complimentary glass of prosecco, making her day even more memorable.
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Atrium Dining offers the ultimate Sunday Lunch outing with panoramic views, divine food, and superb sips in a stylish setting.
Reserve your preferred courses now, including admission.
Please note: We cannot guarantee additional courses on the day, so please select accordingly. Bookings of 20pax plus will enjoy an alternate drop service.
Inclusions
- Racecourse & Members Enclosure Entry
- Elegant Mezzanine Indoor Reserved Dining Table
- Screens & Nearby Betting Facilities
- Choose from ‘Main’, ‘Entrée & Main’, ‘Main & Dessert’, or ‘Entrée, Main & Dessert’
- Ability to order à la carte from the celebrated Atrium Bar Food Menu in addition to your courses.
ATRIUM BAR RESERVED TABLE
Members Only | Reserved Table 1-4 Guests | $80 Redeemable on Food
Members rejoice! Enjoy all that the Atrium Bar has to offer with its extensive drinks list, including seasonal cocktails, tap beer, wines, and more. Our seasonal tapas menu just keeps getting better. Reserve your table (Fits 1-4pax) in the Atrium Bar for $80, fully redeemable on food.
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Experience the lively atmosphere of the Atrium Bar with your reserved table. Choose from booths, high top trackside tables, and low tables for up to 4pax. Transaction fees apply. Tables will be held until the first race unless otherwise advised. No change given.
Please note the following:
1. NO Tickets will be sent when reserving Atrium Reserved tables. A reserve sign with your name will be allocated to the table on the day.
2. Purchasing a reserved table does NOT Include admission for Members Guests. Any Non-Members attending in your group, must purchase Members Day Passes to enter the Members Enclosure.
Not a member? Join now for exclusive perks!
Inclusions
• $80 for a Reserved Table & Seating for 1-4pax
• Nearby betting facilities and bar access with me&u table service
Please note the following:
1. NO Tickets will be sent when reserving Atrium Reserved tables. A reserve sign with your name will be allocated to the table on the day.
2. Purchasing a reserved table does NOT Include admission for Members Guests. Any Non-Members attending in your group, must purchase Members Day Passes to enter the Members Enclosure.
THE GLASSHOUSE PRIVATE DINING
Minimum 20 Guests | Maximum 24 Guests
Members $185pp | Non-Members $195pp
Indulge in the ultimate raceday luxury with The Glasshouse Private Dining—a VIP experience tailored for groups of 20-24. Elevate your day or night with the excitement of racing, a bespoke menu, and premium drinks, all within the privacy of your exclusive space offering the best views on course.
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Relish the exclusivity of your own intimate setting at The Glasshouse, perfect for creating unforgettable moments while overlooking the racecourse. With Members Enclosure guest ticketing, you and your guests gain access to premium facilities, ensuring a first-class experience.
Mingle at your private bar, socialise around a long dining table designed for shared moments, and take control of your atmosphere with a customised sound system—ideal for creating the perfect vibe for your event or special occasion.
Sip and socialise with a variety of premium beverages, and indulge in a meticulously curated menu. Begin with a fresh seafood tasting plate, savour seasonal mains, and finish with a decadent dessert. Complete your gourmet experience with a Karaage Crispy Chicken Slider—a perfect treat to cap off your day or night.
Inclusions
- Racecourse & Members Enclosure Admission
- Exclusive Venue Hire – The Glasshouse Private Dining
- Private Bar and Sound System
- Long Social Dining Table
- 4-Course Seasonal Gourmet Menu
- 4-Hour Premium Beverage Package (extensions and customisations available)
Discover convenient return transfer services via the Getting Here page.
*Please note that a one-off booking & transaction fee will apply on all purchases. Prices are inclusive of GST and are subject to change. T&Cs apply.
STABLE OPEN DAY – WHAT’S ON!
HOW TO ATTEND
📍 Where: Sunshine Coast Turf Club
📅 When: Sunday, 6 April 2025
⏰ Stable Open Day: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
🍔 Free BBQ: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
🏇 SCTC Gates Open: 11:30 AM
WHY ATTEND?
✔ Exclusive stable tours & trainer meet-and-greet
✔ Discover racehorse ownership opportunities
✔ Complimentary BBQ breakfast
✔ FREE entry to the races
Don’t miss this behind-the-scenes racing experience, from stable to trackside. Gather your family, friends, or ownership group for an unforgettable day at SCTC!
⏰ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Stable Tours & Ownership Showcase
Meet leading Sunshine Coast trainers as they open their stables for an exclusive public tour. Learn about racehorse training, meet the stars up close, and explore yearlings available for ownership.
Participating Trainers:
✔ Kendrick Racing | ✔ Natalie McCall | ✔ Sheila Laxon & John Symons | ✔ David Vandyke Racing | ✔ Jack Bruce Racing | ✔ Billy Healey Racing | ✔ Shaun Dwyer Racing | ✔ Darryl Hansen | ✔ James Healy
🍔 Free BBQ & Coffee Vans (10:00 AM – 11:30 AM)
Enjoy a complimentary BBQ breakfast and grab a coffee while soaking in the morning atmosphere.
🎟 FREE Entry to Races + Upgrade Options
All Stable Open Day attendees receive FREE entry to the day’s Race Meeting.
Upgrade Your Experience:
🏇 Parade Ring Terrace – Premium trackside seating, $15 pp.
🍽 Atrium Dining – Relaxed lunch with track views, from $45 pp.
Get to know our trainers!
JACK BRUCE
Background on the stable:
After working for Australia’s best for over seven years in Sydney, I decided it was time to launch my training career in the Sunshine State. Established just under three years ago in May 2022, Jack Bruce Racing aims to deliver a unique racing experience in Brisbane, with patience, integrity and professionalism at our core. From seven horses on Day 1, the stable has quickly grown to 60 horses in work spread across the Sunshine Coast Turf Club and Deagon (Brisbane Racing Club) training facilities. Our results speak for themselves, finishing 11th on the Brisbane Metropolitan Trainers Premiership last season and a total of 71 winners across South East Queensland. A notable milestone for the stable being the Listed Weetwood Handicap in 2022 won by Inglis Digital purchase, Axe – a stakes race synonymous with Queensland racing. I pride myself on placement, transparency and getting the best out of every horse I train. I look forward to continued growth for the stable in coming years.
Details on team:
Jack Bruce (Trainer)
Ryan O’Connor (Sunshine Coast Foreman)
Shane Champion (Deagon Foreman)
Lauren Elvins (Accounts & Administration)
Scott Westbrook (Racing Manager)
Information on horses in stable
Some notable horses of the Jack Bruce Racing stable include:
- Atmosphere – an Inglis Digital success story, purchased for $135,000 from Godolphin and a winner of two Saturday races in his first racing preparation with our stable. He was placed in Listed and Group 3 races prior to us purchasing him; and only being a Class horse currently, he will work through the grades with our eyes set on higher targets in the future.
- More Trouble – a $40,000 yearling purchase from New Zealand before the stable even opened! A winner of over $150,000 in prizemoney including a $105,000 Metropolitan race at the Sunshine Coast, as well as the $125,000 Eagle Way at Doomben.
Horses to follow over the coming months include:
- Data Scramble – an impressive winner on debut in Wednesday class last prep, on a Winter Carnival path.
- Under Arrest – up and coming colt by Waikato Stud’s gun sire, Super Seth. He heads to the races for the first time as a late 3yo and looks promising.
- Earn To Burn – a two-time trial winner in early 2025 saw him gain a spot in the $250,000 pre-Christmas Magic Millions Debut at the Gold Coast for an unlucky 4th. Subsequently ran 3rd in the Gold Nugget. Back for the Winter Carnival and has serious ability.
Prospective ownership opportunities:
The stable are always welcoming new owners! Whether you own a horse outright or are looking for a 5% share, Jack Bruce Racing is constantly looking to grow and invite new owners into the stable. We purchase at a number of select yearling sales throughout the year for young, up and coming horses – the future of our success; as well as tried horses via Inglis Digital or private purchases for something with some form behind them to race without the wait. There is also always room for new horses so we welcome any ownership groups looking to transfer their horse from interstate or have a sea change. Simply reach out to jack@jackbruceracing.com.au, let me know what you’re after and we can go from there.
STUART KENDRICK
Stable Background
- 11 premierships at SCTC
- 5 premierships at Mackay
- 4 Queensland provincial premierships
- Trained over 1050 winners
Kendrick Racing Team
Trainer – Stuart Kendrick
Assistant trainers –
- Bayley Kendrick: Responsible for day to day running of the stables at SCTC, as well as raceday organisation of staff and horses.
- Nathan Kendrick responsible for day to day running of our farm which does pre training, treadmilling, spelling. also communications and social media.
- Wayne Lawson (Bushy) better known as the minister of transport, responsible for transporting the horses to races, farm, spelling paddocks.
Key staff : Katrina, Dana, Khyan, Adelaide, Katie, Maddie, Hollie, Erin, Carly, Meagan stables and racedays
Trackriders: Steph, Danny, Damian, Sarah
Apprentices: Cody Collis, Montana Philpot
Kendrick Racing Horses – 70 in work at SCTC
Good city class horses, Just precious, Lost in transit, Master Showman, Wild botanica, Fistoffury, Dushenka, Tidal Creek, Out Of Aces, Divikara, Economics, Love to torque
Kendrick Racing is always looking for new owners. They buy horses at the major yearlings sales and also tried horses ready to go!
SHAUN DWYER
Shaun Dwyer began training racehorses in his hometown of Mackay, North Queensland.
Having had good success in North Queensland his desire to learn eventually led to Sydney and a 6 month stint as yard foreman for Gai Waterhouse and was followed by 2 1/2 years as Stable Foreman for the legendary Bart Cummings at Leilani Lodge.
In 2003 Regimental Gal won the 2YO Magic MIllions race, Shaun became “Queensland Trainer of the Year” and also received the Recognition Award for ‘Outstanding Contribution to the Profile of Queensland Racing’.
In 2004 Shaun had his first (and hopefully not last) Melbourne Cup runner “Pacific Dancer” who was third favourite and came through impressive wins in the Grafton Cup 2,400m and the Geelong Cup 2,400m. Regimental Gal’s two Group 1 winning performances in the Autumn of that year inspired Shaun’s move to Victoria in 2009.
In Victoria Shaun trained Villa Verde and Miss Leonidis both Group winning fillies.
Since returning to Queensland in 2021 notable horses have been Last Chance winning the $150000.00 Gold Jewel Qlty Hcp 3yo&Up and more recently up and coming youngsters Anemacore, Shadow Cruiser, Ready to Ignite, La Cometa and Vesper Lynd.
With only 14 horses in work Shaun is very hands on in the stable with only one full time and 2 part time employee’s. Shaun himself is at the stables every morning at 1.30 am.
Natalie McCall
Nat McCall was born to be a horse trainer. Her father Ray McCall has been a successful trainer for many years in the Sunshine Coast region of Queensland and his knowledge was lovingly passed on to his daughter. There was no escaping the horses which suited Nat just fine, as she loved working with them from a young age.
Her stable operates from 40 boxes at SCTC and owns its own spelling farm outside Gympie, that also acts as our off the track rehoming facility for horses after their racing career finishes. Being the only racehorse training operation in Qld that offers a complete end to end racing experience…
Nat has had some great success over recent years including winning the biggest prize of all in Queensland, the Group 1 Stradbroke Handicap with stable star River Lad winner of $ 1,711,500 in prizemoney. Other notable winners for her stable have been Stakes winners Tiger Shark, Lady Echelon and Colour Charge along with many other recent metro performers in Liberty Steps and Winston Smurfhill with many more to come!
This year Nat McCall Racing have 5 horses with shares available and invite you to visit our barn to meet them all in person!
Billy Healey
Healey Racing started in 2015 when Billy Healey went into partnership with his father Dale at just 18 years old. Billy took over the training when his father sadly passed away in 2018. Billy’s horsemanship is undisputed being a champion Show Jumper and successful breaker. He also worked for multiple Group 1 winning trainers in QLD and VIC.
His wife Kelly Slater-Healey moved to QLD from Sydney in 2018. Kelly met Billy showjumping and continues to compete at a high level in the sport. Her father was also a successful trainer and bloodstock agent before retiring and Kelly also worked as foreman for Garry White in the Hawkesbury.
Biggest Achievements – Cosmic Fire Winning the Magic Millions Sunlight Consolation this year.
Benzou winner of the $150k Inglis Bonus at Hawkesbury.
Notable horses – Cosmic Fire, Benzou, Hector de Maris, King Yoshi, Trapedo, Surfers Royale.
Ownership opportunities – If you want to race and have some fun race with us! We have some exciting yearlings and tried horses on offer.
Darryl Hansen
“I was 12 and I was at school. The penny dropped one lunchtime. I remember saying to myself: ‘I’m going to become a trainer’.”
Teenagers are not widely known for patience and because of the Queensland Rules Of Racing, Hansen could not strap his trainers’ badge on until he was 21
Stable High Lights: Le Chief 2 year old Magic millions winner
Monsier Gustave EYE LINER, GLASSHOUSE winner along with other quality races.
- Vo Heart CHAMPAYNE CLASSIC
- Bring it home Pop
- Essington
- You’ll Be Mist
STABLE STAFF: Amy Bowden, Tennille Waving, Dani Briese. Brieanna Moffat, Riley Best
RIDERS: Tennille Weaving, Adam Spinks, Alexandra (kitty) Stafford, Adam Best
Darryl is Currently working 24 Horses on course every horses is treated to their induvial needs, Darryl also preforms Horse chiropractic work in his spare time so his horses and always in tip top shape ready to preform,
With a really nice hand of two year olds Darryl is looking forward to them hitting the race track soon.
The Hansen team are always open to new owners and horses, With current shares Still available in yearlings purchased at the recent magic millions sales and a 2 year Old.
