WHAT’S ON AT PREMIER
Premier Yearling Sale 1-3 March 2020 Oaklands, Melbourne
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WELCOME It’s fantastic to be back in Melbourne for the 2020 Premier Yearling Sale. The Victorian capital is abuzz with excitement this time of year with the autumn racing carnival in full flight, the AFL season on our doorstep and of course, Victoria’s No.1 yearling sale almost upon us. The Premier Sale has proven a beacon of success over a long period of time. The likes of Black Caviar, Starspangledbanner, Jameka, Fawkner, Lucky Bubbles and many other champions have each had their time as Premier Poster Boys and Girls during the past decade. But it’s been in more recent years that the number of G1 stars to come through the sale has reached levels never before seen. Since 2018 alone there have been 14 individual Premier graduates win at the elite level – Santa Ana Lane, Beat The Clock, Kenedna, Nature Strip, Hey Doc, Scales Of Justice, Youngstar, Written By, Gytrash, Seabrook, Crown Prosecutor, Spright, Enzo’s Lad and Booker – many of them multiple times. Of those, eight have sold for $100,000 or less. They are a part of an overall golden run of Inglis superstars, which has seen 43 individual G1 winners since 2018 coming through Inglis sales – more than double our nearest competitor. A significant amount of these have come off Victorian farms and it’s this support from the local Victorian industry that has seen the Premier Sale especially remain so strong for so long. This year is no exception with a larger than ever number of Victorians offering their entire crop of yearlings through the Premier Sale, rather than spreading them around a range of different sales. The catalogue of 784 is arguably the strongest single Premier catalogue since 2008 when the likes of Black Caviar and Starspangledbanner were offered. With siblings to stars such as Mystic Journey, Extra Brut and Oohood to name but a few, it again shapes as a must-attend event.
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Premier graduate Nature Strip returns to scale having won the 2019 G1 VRC Sprint
The renovated Oaklands auditorium
The Premier Session of the sale will run for the two full days of Sunday March 1 and Monday March 2 while the inaugural Showcase Session, with a particular focus on the value end of the market, will take place on Tuesday March 3. The sale will again be held in the spectacularly renovated Oaklands auditorium. The overwhelmingly positive feedback we received from all participants following last year’s auction – when the renovations were only just complete – was justification for our reinvesting back into the industry to create a theatre-like auditorium for our clients. Whether you’re looking to buy a yearling, talk to industry participants or simply observe how a yearling auction operates, everybody is welcome at Oaklands during Premier, free of charge. I look forward to seeing many of you from this Sunday to celebrate all things about the Victorian breeding industry. Regards Mark Webster Managing Director
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS TUESDAY FEBRUARY 25
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 29
Premier Sale inspections from 9am, Oaklands
Premier Sale inspections from 9am, Oaklands
Shuttle bus services from Crown Promenade and PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport begin
WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 26 Premier Sale inspections from 9am, Oaklands
THURSDAY FEBRUARY 27 Premier Sale inspections from 9am, Oaklands Vendor Welcome Drinks from 4.30pm, Black Caviar Bar
FRIDAY FEBRUARY 28 Premier Sale inspections from 9am, Oaklands Moonee Valley Friday Night Lights Racing Gates open: 5.15pm, First race: 6.30pm, Last race: 10.00pm 1 McPherson St, Moonee Ponds VIC 3039 AFL State of Origin and AFLW Bushfire Relief Double Header 5.40pm, Marvel Stadium Tickets - ticketmaster.com
Flemington Races Australian Guineas Day Gates open 11:05am, First race 12:35pm, Last race 5:30pm 448 Epsom Rd, Flemington VIC 3031 Melbourne Victory vs Adelaide United 7.30pm, Marvel Stadium Tickets - ticketmaster.com
SUNDAY MARCH 1 Day 1 Premier Yearling Sale from 10am, Oaklands Melbourne City FC vs Brisbane Roar FC 6pm, AAMI Park Tickets - ticketmaster.com
MONDAY MARCH 2 All Star Mile Wild Card Announcement 9.30am, Oaklands Auditorium (ALL WELCOME) Day 2 Premier Yearling Sale from 10am, Oaklands
TUESDAY MARCH 3 Showcase Session of Premier Yearling Sale from 10am, Oaklands
Full Premier Parade Schedule and Shuttle Bus Timetable available at inglis.com.au 4
Premieures catalogle at availabor online s Oaklangdlis.com.au at In e inglis or th p ap
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2020 Premier Vendor Drinks WHERE: Black Caviar Bar, Oaklands WHEN: Thursday February 27 from 4.30pm WHO: Vendors and buyers welcome but particularly those who have worked hard to prepare yearlings for the sale and now present them here in such great condition. WHY: Because we want to say thanks. The drinks are on us!
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Moonee Valley Friday Night Lights Racing WHAT: Featuring The Valley Summer Sprint Series Final & The Valley Summer Stayers Series Final with live music in between races HOW MUCH: Entry from $10 WHERE: 1 McPherson St, Moonee Ponds WHEN: Friday February 28 Gates open: 5.15pm, First race: 6.30pm, Last race: 10.00pm GETTING THERE: TRAIN: Craigieburn line from Flinders St Station, stops at Moonee Ponds. MVRC is a 10 minute walk down Puckle Street. TRAM: No.59 tram from Elizabeth St arrives directly at Moonee Ponds junction. MVRC main entrance is a 200m walk. TAXIS: Taxis can be located after the races on McPherson Street. There is also a designated Taxi rank on the corner of Mt Alexander Road and Pascoe Vale Road
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Australian Guineas Day WHEN: Saturday February 29 WHERE: Flemington Racecourse GATES OPEN: 11.05am RACE 1: 12.35pm LAST RACE: 5.30pm HOW MUCH: General Admission from $10
GETTING THERE
THE DAY
TRAINS Special trains will depart from Southern Cross (Platform 8) approximately every 15 minutes between 10:48am and 1:20pm stopping only at North Melbourne (Platform 2).
The day boasts a blue-blooded, Group 1 line-up featuring the Group 1 $1,000,000 Kennedy Australian Guineas (1600m). Witness valiant racing with the best three-year-olds in training charging to the Winning Post in this stallion-making race.
TRAMS From the corner of Elizabeth Street and Flinders Street catch the No. 57 West Maribyrnong tram to Flemington Drive (stop 30). BUS Catch Route 472 bus from Williamstown, Footscray or Moonee Ponds to Fisher Parade. Enter Flemington Racecourse via Riverbank entrance. Catch Route 404 bus from Footscray or Moonee Ponds to Smithfield Road. Enter Flemington Racecourse via Stables Drive entrance. PARKING Limited FREE parking available, enter off Epsom Road onto Flemington Drive. 8
Don’t miss Brews & Brisket at the Lawn Bar, offering a range of mouth-watering slow cooked dishes along with craft beers, cocktails, wine and sparkling. FEATURE RACES Festival of Racing 1000 (1000m) 2YOs, Listed, set weights plus penalties 2019 winner – Mockery Kennedy Australian Guineas (1600m) 3YOs, G1, set weights 2019 winner – Mystic Journey ATA/Bob Hoysted Handicap (1000m) All ages, Listed, handicap 2019 winner – She’s So High Shaftesbury Avenue (1400m) All ages, G3, handicap 2019 winner – Violate Roy Higgins Quality (2600m) All ages, Listed, quality handicap 2019 winner – Schabau Frances Tressady Stakes (1400m) 3YOs and upwards, G3, set weights plus penalties 2019 winner – Oregon’s Day
9 $85,000 Premier Yearling Sale graduate Hey Doc winning the 2017 $1m Australian Guineas
FAQs What are some of the best nearby pubs/bars? There are plenty of places for a drink within 30 minutes of Oaklands such as Mr McCracken, Anglers Tavern, Strangeloves Wine Bar, The Valley Cellardoor and many more. Where can I eat? The Oaklands restaurant is open from 7am to 3.30pm and the Snack Bar from 8am to 6pm. Other nearby options include – Squires Loft (steakhouse), Il Parco (Italian), Yokoso Izakaya (Japanese), Demazzi (global meat and burgers), Fuji Teppanyaki (Japanese teppanyaki), Frank’s Seafood (Italian), Paradise of Lindos (Greek), Angie’s Kitchen (Chinese), Macelleria (steakhouse), Escagrill (Italian) and The Valley Cellardoor (Casual dining and wine bar). Will I be able to park on site at Oaklands? Yes, there is plenty of free parking available on site at Oaklands. Is there WiFi on the complex? Yes, the Oaklands WiFi network is complimentary. There is no password required. Will there be shuttles running from the city during the sales? Yes, there is a shuttle bus service looping from Parkroyal Melbourne and Crown Promenade to the complex on mornings and afternoons of sale days and inspection days, beginning Tuesday February 25. The full timetables can be found at inglis.com.au Where can I get a coffee? A coffee cart is located outside the restaurant at Oaklands. Can I play golf nearby? There are numerous golf courses in Melbourne, including those closer to the Oaklands complex such as Melbourne Airport Golf Club and Royal Park Golf Course. Others include Kew Golf Club, Burnley Golf Course, and if you want to work on your game, Albert Park Driving Range is not far away. Contact morgan.thomas@inglis.com.au for more assistance. 10
How long does it take to get from the airport to Oaklands? Travelling to and from the airport to Oaklands takes around 15 minutes. How long does it take to get to the city from the Oaklands Complex? Heading back to the city from Oaklands can take as little as 35 minutes, and as long as an hour, depending on traffic. What are some of the best restaurants in the city to try? Nobu or any of the restaurants in the Crown complex or Crown Riverwalk, including The Atlantic Restaurant and Gradi at Crown. Other favourites include Teahouse at Chinatown and San Telmo. How can I get a taxi and what does it cost to get into the city? See the Oaklands reception desk and they will assist you. See overleaf for taxi company contact details. You can get an Uber to the city for around $60. What are the best shopping options? Greenvale Shopping Centre and Westfield Airport West are both within 15 minutes of the complex for those looking for something local, whilst Crown Melbourne and Melbourne Central are the picks of the city. Are there betting facilities onsite? There is a TAB van on the lawn behind the undercover parade ring for all of your betting requirements.
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LOCAL AREA DESTINATIONS GETTING AROUND FROM OAKLANDS Uber Essendon area $29 - $38 15/20min drive Moonee Valley $39 - $51 25min drive Crown Casino $57 - $73 35/45min drive
Taxis 13CABS - 13 22 27 Silver Top Taxis - 13 10 08
LOCAL SHOPPING Greenvale Shopping Centre Contains a Coles Supermarket, Chemist, Aus post and some take out. 1 Greenvale Dr, Greenvale VIC 3059 9.5km - 10min drive from Oaklands
Westfield Airport West Expansive shopping mall with a variety of brand-name retailers, plus a food court & cinema. 29/35 Louis St, Airport West VIC 3042 18.5km - 15min drive from Oaklands
CITY SHOPPING Melbourne Central Cnr La Trobe St &, Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Crown Melbourne Crown Melbourne, 8 Whiteman Street, Southbank VIC 3006
Various retailers & dining options, plus a cinema, offered in a multilevel space.
With an impressive selection of world leading designer brands under one roof.
RESTAURANTS & BARS - LOCAL
ESSENDON/MOONEE PONDS/NIDDRIE/MARIBYNONG AREA Squires Loft - Essendon Classic grillhouse chain serving hearty portions of grass-fed steaks and ribs, plus surf ‘n’ turf.
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131 Buckley St, Essendon VIC 3040 Phone: (03) 9331 1230
Yokoso Izakaya Japanese restaurant, Bento boxes, sushi and sashimi. 702 Mt Alexander Rd, Moonee Ponds VIC 3039 Phone: (03) 9372 8702
Il Parco Italian standards and grilled steaks served in a simple, stylish dining room with outdoor seats.
Demazzi Global meat dishes & burgers grilled on volcanic stone offered in a modern space with a big patio.
1116-1118 Mt Alexander Rd, Essendon VIC 3040 Phone: (03) 9351 0750
1142 Mt Alexander Rd, Essendon VIC 3040 Phone: (03) 9379 5544
RESTAURANTS & BARS - LOCAL CONTINUED
ESSENDON/MOONEE PONDS/NIDDRIE/MARIBYNONG AREA Mr McCracken Contemporary bar and restaurant located below Hyatt Place. 1A Larkin Blvd, Essendon Fields VIC 3041 Phone: (03) 9379 1812 Anglers Tavern Smart pub with a bistro featuring global dishes, plus a pool room, a leafy beer garden and DJs. 2 Raleigh Rd, Maribyrnong VIC 3032 Phone: (03) 9318 2811 Strangeloves Wine Bar Wines, whiskies and cocktails with a small food menu of sharing plates and snacks.
Paradise of Lindos Casual Dining - Greek, Seafood. 324 Keilor Rd, Essendon North VIC 3042 Phone: (03) 9374 2330 Angie’s Kitchen Casual Dining - Chinese, Dumplings. Shop 75/21-31 Hall St, Moonee Ponds VIC 3039 Phone: (03) 9939 5821 Macelleria Extensive range of Dry Aged Australian steaks, gourmet sausages, skewers, sides and signature burger selection.
577 Mt Alexander Rd, Moonee Ponds VIC 3039 Phone: (03) 9078 3574
Shop 74/21-31 Hall St, Moonee Ponds VIC 3039 Phone: (03) 9372 8441
Fuji Teppanyaki Japanese restaurant with a bar, traditional decor and chefs preparing teppanyaki at tabletop grills.
Escagrill Grilled meat, oysters and pasta in a modern Italian venue with leather chairs and a large wine menu.
545-547 Mt Alexander Rd, Moonee Ponds VIC 3039 Phone: (03) 9370 2188
650 Mt Alexander Rd, Moonee Ponds VIC 3039 Phone: (03) 9370 1101
Frank’s Seafood Intimate Italian bistro with a full bar featuring steaks, seafood & wood-fired pizzas
The Valley Cellardoor Casual Dining, Wine Bar - Pizza, Bar Food.
5/324 Keilor Rd, Essendon North VIC 3041 Phone: (03) 9379 4506
18-20 Hall St, Moonee Ponds VIC 3039 Phone: (03) 9370 2000 13
LOCAL AREA DESTINATIONS RESTAURANTS & BARS - CITY Gradi at Crown Classic Italian dishes, Neapolitanstyle pizza & wines are presented in a swanky designer setting.
The Atlantic Restaurant Nautical-themed dining room with an oyster bar, plating seafood and grills from an open kitchen.
Crown Entertainment Complex, 8 Whiteman St, Southbank VIC 3006 Phone: (03) 9292 5777
Crown Entertainment Complex, 8 Whiteman St, Southbank VIC 3006 Phone: (03) 9698 8888
Nobu Premium, modern takes on Japanese food in a sleek, contemporary restaurant with river views.
Teahouse at Chinatown Elegant, low-lit Chinese restaurant serving familiar staples plus house specialties and fine wines.
Crown Riverwalk, Crown Melbourne, 8 Whiteman St, Southbank VIC 3006 Phone: (03) 9292 5777
Ground floor 11/17 Cohen Pl, Melbourne VIC 3000 Phone: (03) 9639 2526
SPORTS BARS & NIGHT LIFE Emerald Hotel Laid-back, family-run tavern with a smart bistro and a courtyard, plus live music and sports.
The Den (Located under the Atlantic) Sophisticated cocktails & specialty spirits in a cosmopolitan space with a speakeasy vibe.
415 Clarendon St, South Melbourne VIC 3205
Crown Entertainment Complex, 8 Whiteman St, Southbank VIC 3006
The Albion Rooftop The Albion is a premium lifestyle destination dedicated to dining, drinking, nightlife, functions and events.
Deluxe Bar & Lounge Deluxe Bar and Lounge offers a premium bar, dining and nightclub experience in the heart of Moonee Ponds.
172 York St, South Melbourne VIC 3205
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595 Mt Alexander Rd, Moonee Ponds VIC 3039
LOCAL COFFEE / CAFES The Jolly Miller Cafe Open daily for breakfast & lunch. Greenvale Shopping Centre, Shop 7,8,9, 1 Greenvale Dr, Greenvale VIC 3059 Phone: (03) 9333 2783
Forget Me Not Eatery Forget Me Not Eatery is a family friendly cafe located within Direct Plants Nursery in Greenvale. 595 Mickleham Rd, Greenvale VIC 3059 Phone: (03) 9333 2575
RECREATION / THINGS TO DO URBNSURF Melbourne Australia’s first surf park - Offering safe, gentle, rolling green and whitewater waves.
Village Cinemas Airport West Located at Westfield Airport West 8 Louis St, Airport West VIC 3042 Ave, Melbourne VIC 3000
309 Melrose Dr, Tullamarine VIC 3043
Melbourne Star Observation Wheel A giant Ferris wheel in the Waterfront City precinct in the Docklands area of Melbourne.
Village Cinemas Airport West Located at Westfield Airport West 8 Louis St, Airport West VIC 3042 iFLY Melbourne: Indoor Skydiving It is as close as you will get to actual skydiving without jumping out of an airplane. 2 Burns St, Essendon Fields VIC 3041 Phone: 1300 435 928
The District Docklands, 101 Waterfront Way, Docklands VIC 3008 Open 7 days, 11am - 9.30pm Melbourne Airport Golf Club Par-70, 6000m, 18-hole course with water features, 37 bunkers and elevated greens.
Golf Dr, Melbourne Airport VIC 3045 Albert Park Driving Range (03) 9338 4303 Public access golf driving range Fun, relaxed and easy place to hit some golf Crown Entertainment Located within Crown Melbourne, 8 balls for practice or just with friends. Whiteman Street, Southbank VIC 3006 Aughtie Dr, Albert Park VIC 3206 Holey Moley, Kingpin bowling, laser tag, Phone: (03) 9696 4653 arcade games and pool tables, Village Cinemas, Red Herring Escape Rooms, The Australian Sports Museum It’s a place to explore, discover and Edgewater Lake circuit play. This is no ordinary museum. Walking path runs along past the marina, Edgewater Lake & the river. Loop includes Opens Saturday 29th February both the North & South wetlands where Melbourne Cricket Ground, Brunton you can see lots of flora and fauna. 2.5km circuit – Maribyrnong.
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