About 1000 race-goers entered through the gates and the weather was excellent, according to race president, Andrew Crowe, who said, “It was a good Garah day”.

Kicking off the day with a first in the 800m HT Siddons Memorial Class B Handicap was Hide ‘N’ Seek trained by local, Peter Sinclair.

However, race five, the 1400m WC and R Hunter Memorial Talmoi Picnic Cup, was the highlight of the day.

It was a great rush for the crowd when Chart raced home for the win.

Trained by local Campbell Roberts, the gelding is owned by the ‘Spot Racing Syndicate’ made up of manager Andrew Parkes, Tony Bailey, Peter Weal and Andrew Crowe.

Crowe said it was exciting, especially seeing his horse get up from the last 100m or so.

“It is good to see racing is alive and well, and it is great to see people are coming from near and far to see the races,” he said.

The Martin Fernando-trained Dandy Kat ran in a close second to Chart.

Meanwhile, the day also ended on a high with another local trainer gaining a win.

Nathan Sinclair’s Oakfield Barron came in second and Fernando’s Kamakani taking out fourth place.

Other local results included Collarenebri’s Joe Willis who received fifth in the first race with My Academy and Noble Heart in race four.

The Sinclair-trained Saint Lenny came home sixth in race five.

Crowe said the new, inside running rails worked well.

“There weren’t any complaints about the rails, so they must have been good,” he joked.

Another feature on the day was the big screen with four cameras recording each race on the day.

Moree’s Sascha Estens put together a video which also played on the screen showing the town, its history and local identities.

Crowe even featured taking fashion and beauty tips for the races.

Crowe said he loved getting dressed up and putting a nice suit on for the day.

Fashions on the Field gained a good number of entries making the decisions tough for the judges.

The president’s lunch was well attended and everyone pitched in to show their support.

“Family atmosphere is what we are trying to promote,” Crowe said.

“The Talmoi races are a good excuse for people to get together.”

Interest in the races helps make the event an ongoing success, according to Crowe.

“Good interest in racing makes the day live on,” he said. 

“I’m pleased to be able to help put on the day for the community.”

Revellers stayed on and enjoyed the entertainment for the evening, Moree band Little Poppy, who played until 9pm.