Thoroughbred Park redevelopment enters community consultation phase

The Canberra Racing Club (CRC) welcomes the announcement that the Territory Planning Authority has initiated a draft major plan amendment to guide the integrated development of the Thoroughbred Park precinct, with the community consultation process now open.

The precinct includes Thoroughbred Park as well as neighbouring sites such as the Canberra Riding and Pony Club, the Canberra Veterinary Hospital site, Kamberra Winery, land adjacent to Flemington Road and land adjacent to the Federal Highway. 

The major plan amendment is a significant and positive move for Thoroughbred Park, the Canberra thoroughbred racing industry and the Canberra community at large, and will help create medium to high density homes, shops, and community spaces for Canberra, while retaining CRC’s racecourse, stables and event venues.

Canberra Racing Club Chief Executive Darren Pearce, “Today marks one of the most significant moments in the Club’s proud history – a once-in-a-generation opportunity to reimagine Thoroughbred Park and contribute meaningfully to Canberra’s future growth.”

“Seeking community feedback is a vital next step in our long-term vision to create more for the racing industry, our members, and the Canberra community that we’re proud to be part of.”

“As a not-for-profit sporting club, any benefits from a supported major plan amendment and future development would be reinvested back into the Club, our sport, our wide variety of events, and the broader community.”

“The draft major plan amendment is the result of over 6 years of careful investigation, research, and consultation.”

“We’re proud to now share this vision with the community and to support the Territory’s efforts to increase well-located housing close to light rail, amenities, services, and jobs.” 

“The Thoroughbred Park precinct has the potential to make a significant contribution towards Government’s 30,000 new homes by 2030 target – which we’re very proud of.” 

“As one of Canberra’s key northern gateway sites and the starting point of the city’s northwest growth corridor, we recognise the responsibility and privilege that comes with developing this land.”

“Our commitment is to ensure any future design is thoughtful, sustainable, and seamlessly integrated with our racing and events precinct – creating a vibrant, connected destination where people can live, work, and play.”

This major plan amendment aligns with the Inner North and City District Strategy and importantly, will provide opportunity to create well connected homes and local amenities near the city centre and close to public transport.

You can find the detailed plans here.  

Public consultation is now open, and we welcome community feedback through the following channels:

• Online: Submit via SmartForm
• Email: terrplan@act.gov.au
• Post:
       GPO Box 158
       Canberra ACT 2601
• In Person:
       Access Canberra Building Services Shopfront
       8 Darling Street, Mitchell ACT 2911

CRC welcomes community feedback and encourages members, sponsors and supporters to engage with the Public Consultation Process.