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Find out more about reciprocal club member access to the VRC Members Enclosure.
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Reciprocal privileges Reciprocal Privileges
Being a member of the Victoria Racing Club means additional privileges at other leading racing and sporting clubs.
Being a VRC Member isn’t just about unforgettable experiences at Flemington - it also unlocks exclusive reciprocal privileges at leading racecourses and sporting clubs across Australia and around the globe.
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Current financial VRC members are to pay the general admission fee and proceed to the Race Day Office where they will be issued two (2) complimentary Daily Members’ Reserve Guest Passes.
Members can also purchase two (2) additional Daily Members’ Reserve Guest Passes. This will provide VRC members and their guests entry into the MRC Members’ Reserve (excluding the Medallion Bar).
VRC members can access Moonee Valley Racecourse Member enclosures on selected race days.
VRC Members must pay racecourse admission and present themselves at the club’s Membership Information Booth Race Day Office with a current Full VRC Members Card. Members can also redeem a second complimentary Members guest pass for a guest who has paid the racecourse admission.
VRC members will be able to purchase up to three visitor tickets (one for the member and up to two for guests) to enter the MCC Members’ Reserve for selected matches.
Tickets can be purchased online via Ticketek or at the match day Gate 2 ticket windows.
On sale dates for the 2025 AFL season are as follows:
- Tuesday May 20, 10am – Rds 13-15
- Tuesday 8 July 10am - Rds 16-23
When purchasing a MCC visitor ticket, VRC members must quote the valid barcode number located on their membership card. To view the selected match days where VRC Members have access rights please click here.
Access to the Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club courts and clubhouse dressing facilities, on specified days, up to three times per year*
Access to dining during lunch, in the Racquet Club, up to three times per year.^
For tennis court and dining bookings, VRC Members must contact Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club reception between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday on (03) 9822 3333.
When you visit, VRC members simply need to report to the reception desk on arrival and present their VRC Membership Card.
*Tennis courts are available Fridays and Sundays after 3pm (except during the AgBioEn Classic Kooyong). Places are limited and subject to availability. Visitor fees apply.
^Places are limited and subject to availability.
VRC members are advised to contact the relevant club prior to attending to organise reciprocal tickets.
Melbourne Cricket Ground
Tier two entitlements
Ability to purchase GA/members tickets depending on the event type which can be found here.
On the race day you wish to attend, please present a valid Club Membership Card at the Australian Turf Club Race Day Office at the venue you are attending to acquire ticketing.
To ensure that you enjoy the best experience possible we ask that you confirm ticketing arrangements prior to attending Newcastle Racecourse by contacting Administration on phone 4961 1573 or email reception@njc.com.au
Show your current Financial Membership badge at the ticket seller booth at the main gate on arrival, pay 1x General Admission entry fee ($20.00*) and we will offer you 2x Members Day passes (Dress Regulations apply). Additional passes can be purchased on the day $45p/p.
Please call the club if you wish to purchase reserved seating in the Members lounge prior to attending (additional $15pp).
*Not valid on feature race days.
Available by contacting the club. Call Alice Springs Turf Club on 8952 4977 or email info@alicespringsturfclub.org.au.
Members of the following major Metropolitan race clubs are entitled to reciprocal privileges as outlined below:
Feature race days: Reciprocal Members must pay racecourse admission and will receive two (2) complimentary access passes to the member facilities for the day. Photo ID and a current Member badge must be presented at the Administration Office PRIOR to feature race days to collect passes.
Non-feature race days: Reciprocal Members can obtain complimentary gate admission to non-feature race days so deemed by the Darwin Turf Club. Reciprocal members must present photo ID and a current members badge from the appropriate racing club at the administration building in exchange for a complimentary gate admission ticket.
NOTE: Due to the size of our facilities, on Great Northern Darwin Cup Weekend Saturday & Monday races, complimentary Member passes will provide access to the Members Lawn area only. Please contact the Darwin Turf Club on 8923 4222 or membership@darwinturfclub.org.au to obtain the Reciprocal Privilege ticket booking form.
Major Carnivals
Tier 2 Members can purchase up to one (1) Member Reserve tickets at Members reduced price at the Box Office on presentation of their current Full Membership Card. Guest Cards are not eligible.
Feature Race Day and Carnivals
Tier 2 Members can purchase up to two (2) Member Reserve tickets at Members reduced price at the Box Office on presentation of their current Full Membership Card. Guest Cards are not eligible.
Saturday Raceday (non-feature)
Tier 2 Members are entitled to receive one (1) complimentary Member Reserve ticket on presentation of their current Full Membership Card at the Box Office. Members can also purchase up to three (3) additional Member Reserve tickets at the Member reduced prices at the Box Office on the day. Guest Cards are not eligible.
EMAIL: admin@brc.com.au
PHONE: (07) 3268 2171 (weekdays)
Standard race day:
- Gate entry must be purchased
- Receive two (2) complimentary members access passes
Semi-feature race day:
- Gate entry must be purchased online or on the day from the front gate
- One (1) complimentary members access pass with the ability to purchase additional
Presentation of the member’s badge (guest badges not accepted) is required to receive Reciprocal Rights. Proof of ID may also be requested.
Available by contacting the club. Rockhampton Jockey Club on (07) 4937 4000 or email admin@rjc.com.au.
VRC members seeking reciprocal rights with the SAJC will need to provide a current Member’s Card or Member’s Badge and photo ID.
Visitors attending on standard race days are required to purchase General Admission tickets. They will then receive a Member for a Day pass which grants access to our exclusive Level 2 Members Area. Access to members exclusive bars, our members grandstand, and other membership privileges are included in this member day pass. The day pass allocated will only be valid for the day of purchase.
For visitors wanting to attend on Major Race Days, Member for a Day passes are available for purchase, please contact Morphettville office for information and pricing.
Email: membership@sajc.com.au
Phone: (08) 8295 0105
Non-Carnival/Non-Feature Race Days:
VRC Members attending Ladbrokes Park Elwick on Non-Carnival/Non-Feature Race days will enjoy the following reciprocal rights for the Member and a Guest:
- Free entry to Ladbrokes Park Elwick
- Access to the TRC Members Lounge
- Access to the Level 1 Function Centre, behind the glass
Feature Race Days:
VRC Members attending Ladbrokes Park Elwick, will need to contact the TRC at least 14 days prior to the race day to ensure availability in the TRC Members Lounge. Feature Race Days include:
- Caulfield Cup Day
- Melbourne Cup Day
If there is availability, VRC Members will enjoy the following reciprocal rights for the Member and a Guest:
- Free entry to Ladbrokes Park Elwick
- Access to the TRC Members Lounge
Hobart Cup Carnival Weekend:
VRC Members attending Ladbrokes Park Elwick for the Hobart Cup Carnival Weekend, will need to contact the TRC at least 14 days prior to the carnival as there are only limited Visiting Member Passes available for purchase.
The Carnival includes the following race days:
- Schweppes Tasmanian Derby Day
- Ladbrokes Hobart Cup Day
Hobart Cup Carnival Visiting Member Passes (for the Visiting Member and a Guest) are $75 per person, which includes:
- Entry to Ladbrokes Park Elwick for both days
- Access to the TRC Members Lounge for both days
Available by contacting the club. Tasmania Turf Club on (03) 6326 1070 or email admin@turfclubtas.com.
Standard Race Day:
Member & Member Guest can purchase a General Admission ticket(s) at the gate. Upon entry visit our Race Day Administration Office to receive one complimentary Member Pass plus one complimentary Member Guest Pass.
Bonus hospitality offer: Book a table of 4 or more in one of our restaurants and receive one complimentary bottle of house wine.
Carnival & Major Race Days:
Member & Member Guest can purchase a General Admission ticket(s) at the Gate. Upon gate entry please visit the Administration Office and pay the price differential entitling purchase of one Member Pass plus one Member Guest Pass. Alternatively valid Race Club Members can purchase Members Privilege Tickets online. All requests will be confirmed with your nominated Race Club before tickets are issued.
Royal Randwick
VRC members entrance tickets to The Curragh race meetings - 33.33 % off full gate price for the relevant day including the Classic Days.
VRC Day Memberships:
- Max total of 4 tickets due to capacity restrictions - will be assigned on a first come first serve basis at a 33.33% discount.
If available full priced day memberships may be purchased on the website.
VRC members must contact the Curragh office with their VRC Membership details to avail of the reciprocal entry tickets.
By email: pkeane@curragh.ie or jhyland@curragh.ie
By phone 00353-45-441205 - 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday.
Click here to explore A Guide to Your Racing Experience in Hong Kong and access the factsheet outlining your privileges. If you are interested in making a reservation, please email membership@vrc.net.au to request the Booking Form.
Royal Enclosure Badges are now available to be purchased by VRC Members and their guests. If you are interested in attending Royal Ascot from the 17th to the 21st of June 2025, please send your expression of interest to membership@vrc.net.au with your membership number, proposed attendance dates and guest information. Alternatively, if you wish to learn more, please call our customer service team on 1300 727 575.
Auckland Thoroughbred Racing
Available by contacting the club. Auckland Racing Club at membership@ellerslie.co.nz.
Canterbury Jockey Club
Available by contacting the club. Canterbury Jockey Club at racing@riccartonpark.co.nz.
Hawkes Bay Racing
Available by contacting the club. Hawkes Bay Racing at info@hawkesbayracing.co.nz.
Otago Racing Club
Available by contacting the club. Otago Racing Club at events@wingatui.co.nz.
Wanganui Jockey Club
Available by contacting the club. Wanganui Jockey Club at info@wjc.co.nz.
Waikato Racing Club
Available by contacting the club. Waikato Racing Club at info@teraparacing.co.nz.
Wellington Racing Club
Available by contacting the club. Wellington Racing Club at deanna@raceinc.co.nz.
Application Process
VRC Members are eligible for reciprocal arrangements with the New Zealand clubs listed above, under the following conditions:
- VRC Member to pay racecourse admission
- VRC Member to present current Full Membership Card at the Secretary’s or Raceday Office of the host club
- Clubs may charge for reciprocal Members’ Enclosure tickets at their feature meetings
- Visiting Members may purchase up to two tickets for these fixtures
Visiting Members’ arrangements for non-feature meetings require the Member to sign for a members’ ticket free of charge, with the option to purchase one additional ticket.
The International Alliance aims to strengthen relationships with international racing leaders and offers a means of exchanging the world’s best practices, and includes the following:
- Ascot Racecourse
- Singapore Turf Club
- The Curragh (Ireland)
- Hong Kong Jockey Club (China)
- France Galop’s racecourses
Applications for reciprocal arrangements need to be made in writing at least 10 working days in advance to: membership@vrc.net.au
When applying to the VRC, please state race club, country, travel dates, race meetings, and name of any guest attending.
Contact will be made on your behalf to confirm reciprocal arrangements, costs and dress standards. Members will be notified via email or telephone.
We recommend that Members make contact with the international club prior to the race day to confirm arrangements.
Members are generally required to pay racecourse admission fees, and then proceed to the oncourse enquiry office to arrange privileges by presenting a current Full VRC Membership Card and/or introductory letter.
Please note that most clubs, during their carnival period or feature race days, enforce special conditions of entry and privileges offered to visiting Members.
Royal Ascot Racecourse
To explore all that is available to you as a member of the VRC, head to our Members Hub for more information.