THE Kialla Raceway is about to benefit from a $168,000 boost to improve infrastructure and see Shepparton host three greyhound race meetings this winter.
As part of a $168,000 joint funding package, the Labor Government is providing more than $13,000 from its Victorian Racing Industry Fund towards the three race meetings, along with almost $70,000 towards four infrastructure upgrades.
Upgrades will see two cooling units installed in the deck area overlooking the home straight at Kialla Raceway, along with a new 32-inch television screen ensuring patrons never miss the on-course action. The deck will be upgraded in time for the 2018 Shepparton Cup.
CCTV was installed in the catching pen and kennel block in February as part of a joint effort with Greyhound Racing Victoria to improve integrity and animal welfare. Shepparton is also one of 11 clubs to have a new public address system installed in June 2018 to replace outdated equipment.
Shepparton Greyhound Racing Club is contributing more than $19,000 towards the race meetings and facilities upgrades, while Greyhound Racing Victoria is providing more than $66,000 towards the infrastructure projects.
The racing industry in the Goulburn region generates more than $227M for the Victorian economy annually and helps to sustain more than 2,240 full-time equivalent jobs locally.
Shepparton Greyhound Racing Club manager, Carl McGrath said, “We’re grateful for continued support from the Victorian Government and Greyhound Racing Victoria towards our race meetings and these important infrastructure upgrades at the Kialla Raceway.
“We encourage the Goulburn Valley community to come down and enjoy a great night of racing at the 2018 Shepparton Cup.”
