Situated in Western Australia, the GERALDTON TURF CLUB delivered another polished mid-morning race day on Thursday, 23rd October, running eight races from 10:17am to 2:31pm. This outing is confirmed on the club’s 2025-26 calendar, signalling that the season is rolling full-tilt. The day combined local enthusiasm, hearty competition and regional charm — trainers, jockeys and owners taking advantage of a fine autumn morning with soft light and solid fields. The action felt purposeful, with each runner and connection primed for form ahead of bigger challenges to come.
Race 1: WESTERN RACEPIX MAIDEN (10:17am, 1210 metres)
The card opened confidently with HILLSIDE MONARCH taking charge in 01:14.41, under the composed ride of AUSTIN GALATI. Trainer BARRY NEWNHAM’s preparation showed, breeder MR B MOIR saw the return, and owners MR R W O’BRIEN, MR J D O’BRIEN and MR B J MOIR celebrated the early success. SHE’SATROOPER pressed hard for the runner-up spot, while DIXIE PRINCESS stayed on well for third.
Race 2: GREAT WESTERN INSURANCE BROKERS MAIDEN (10:52am, 1210 metres)
In the second contest, TRULY GALLANT delivered a strong finish to finish in 01:13.75, guided smartly by LUKE CAMPBELL. RON COWL (JNR) had that one primed, breeder PETERS INVESTMENTS PTY LTD enjoyed the reward and owners MR B D RENNER, MR J G FITZGERALD, MR R K COWL (JNR), MR B W RENNER, MS S K GALE, MR C H DYMOND, MR S J WHITE, MR L OAKES and MR W APOLLOS took satisfaction in the result. ABSTRACTED didn’t let up, and BIG BOPPER showed enough for a solid placing.
Race 3: GERALDTON PARTY HIRE MAIDEN (11:27am, 1400 metres)
The third race required more from its field, and WESTBOUND answered in style with a win in 01:27.02. With CLINT JOHNSTON-PORTER given the hand of timing, trainer MICHAEL GRANTHAM’s setup showed up well, breeder as well as owner PETERS INVESTMENTS PTY LTD’s lines came through and enjoyed the moment. CANTILEVER ran on impressively, while MR UNIVERSE kept on for third.
Race 4: 65THIRTY EVENTS AND ENTERTAINMENT HANDICAP (12:07pm, 1110 metres)
Mid-card, SAFE HUSTLE asserted themselves, finishing in 01:06.85 under a measured ride from ROSIE MAHONY. Trainer JULIA MARTIN and breeder MR E GUAGLIARDO both got their return, and owner RIDGEPORT had reason to beam. LUCKEE FLORAN held close until late, while SPIRIT MAN rounded off the frame with credit.
Race 5: GERALDTON TOYOTA FAMILY DAY SUNDAY 16TH NOVEMBER HANDICAP (12:45pm, 1110 metres)
The fifth contest brought a tougher look to the card, and LEONARDO DA GREY rose to the test, stopping the clock at 01:07.20. LAQDAR RAMOLY timed the run beautifully, trainer RON COWL (JNR)’s work paid off, breeder MR A TIVER’s vision was realised, and owners MR K B RENNER, MR I J MCCARTHY, MR B THORNLEY and MR R K COWL (JNR) celebrated a meaningful win. BONNY ROCK kept the pressure on, and DOLCE DIVA stayed on with purpose.
Race 6: BULLSEYE BIRDIES NOW IN TOWN HANDICAP (1:20pm, 1614 metres)
In race six, BELVEDERE ROCK powered home in 01:38.36, with AUSTIN GALATI navigating the closing stages expertly. Trainer BARRY NEWNHAM’s preparation came to life, breeder MR A OLIVE took solace in the result, and owner MR C CAPORN left satisfied. BATTLE ON BATTLER produced a strong challenge, while THE ROOSTER held on for third.
Race 7: COUNTRY COMFORT PERTH HANDICAP (1:55pm, 1410 metres)
The penultimate showdown saw SECRICITY drive to the front in 01:26.33, under a sharp ride from MADI DERRICK. Trainer CAREY MARTIN had the set-up spot on, breeder MRS S L CAMPBELL saw value recognised, and owners MS A L MARTIN, MRS C L MARTIN, MR P A MARTIN, DR J P MARTIN and MR B D MARTIN enjoyed the reward. MASTER ALEX gave a bold effort for second, and NEVER SOBER kept up for third.
Race 8: MELBOURNE CUP DAY HERE TUESDAY 4TH NOVEMBER HANDICAP (2:31pm, 1410 metres)
The finale wrapped the day with style as THEHORSEMAN surged home in 01:25.17. With AUSTIN GALATI delivering under pressure, trainer ALLAN HUGHES and breeders AMELIA PARK RACING & BREEDING PTY LTD enjoyed the payoff, and owner MR F S KILNER ended the afternoon on a high. COLLECTIVE ran on valiantly, while DIVINE INANNA secured the final placing.
Geraldton’s board once again delivered a fine mix of regional charm and serious racing. With the 2025-26 season confirmed and clearly underway, today’s meeting serves as a strong platform for connections to build from. Keep an eye on the upcoming key fixtures at Geraldton — the campaign is just gathering momentum, and this field of winners may well show up again soon.
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