After a lazy morning around camp and an early lunch we headed out of town just a little to the Broome Racecourse. This racecourse is rated amongst the top 3 racecourses in the world for views. The view across the track is of the beautiful Indian Ocean and the view behind the racecourse is just the same. It is a very popular event in Broome and even though it was a Friday the racecourse was very well patronised. The whole set up was terrific with lovely shaded seating and eating areas, plenty of bars and food serverise, live music and even “Fashions on the Field” that attracted some very beautiful young women dressed in their finery. There were 8 races on the day and unfortunately John left his money at the racetrack. As we were leaving we were surprised to find people gambling and playing baccarat at card tables and they even play two-up in a specially constructed ring. The entertainment and gambling goes on long after the horse races have finished.
Returned to camp and to have dinner with Keith and Pat. They had prepared a fabulous meal of Snapper (the fish Keith and John had caught on Thursday) and John and I agreed that it was one of the best fish meals we have ever eaten.!
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| These punters had no luck but a lot of fun. |
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| The oyster shell finish line - most appropriate. |
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| A 10 length winner on the sand and oil track. |
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| A good crowd - mostly holiday makers. |
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| The sponsors groups were very involved. |
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| The outside garden area was also popular. |
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| These fillies were very attractive. |
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| You could lose your hard earned at the gambling tables. |
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