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The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Otago & Southland Provincial Districts]

Racing — The North Otago Jockey Club

Racing.

The North Otago Jockey Club was established in 1891, and held its first meeting in April of that year. The racecourse reserve, which is situated about two miles and a half to the north of Oamaru, is 190 acres in extent, and a grandstand, loose boxes, and other buildings, have been erected upon it. The course itself is a mile and a quarter long, and is now completely fenced on both sides, on the inner side with net wire, so that, at any time, it may be made into a Plumpton. Two meetings are held every year, in spring and autumn, and considerable interest is manifested in the gatherings.