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David Goodman has taken the helm of Far North Amateur Turf Club Inc (Cairns Amateurs Carnival) Committee following the sad loss of former President Ross Moller last month.
Mr Goodman steps into the lead role after dedicating the last three years to the committee’s Vice Presidency in addition to a 12-year stint in the role of secretary / treasurer.
One of the region’s most experienced finance professionals, Mr Goodman joined the Cairns Amateurs Committee in 2009 at the request of his friend and associate, Mr Moller, to oversee the not-for-profit organisation’s budget and finance.
According to Mr Goodman, he is both pleased and honoured to have worked beside Mr Moller and behind-the-scenes of one of the region’s most pivotal sport and social events.
Mr Goodman said that in assuming the role of President he is doing what his friend Ross would have wanted.
“It was Ross who invited me to join the Amateurs committee back in 2009 and later, the Cairns Taipans providing their Office administration. Lucky for me that I was given this opportunity and being part of the community is something I am very passionate about.
“We have a wonderful group of hard-working volunteers, many of whom juggle commitments while running their own businesses or jobs, to deliver each year’s Carnival.
“Being a part of the committee is not about remuneration or glamour, it is about passion for one of the region’s most historic events and giving back to community,” Mr Goodman said.
Shaun Donaldson will take over the secretary / treasurer’s role of the Cairns Amateurs Carnival committee vacated by Mr Goodman.
While Cairns Amateurs Carnival postponed staging its 62nd annual event in 2020, plans are afoot to deliver all the fashion, fun and racing of the exciting three-day carnival from 9 to 11 September 2021.
About David Goodman
David Goodman is a local of Far North Queensland having arrived as a three-month-old. Educated in Cairns and Brisbane and after completing a Bachelor of Business – Accountancy, David worked for Ernst & Young Chartered Accountants specialising in audit and in this time, worked for a number of national and international clients. Whilst with Ernst & Young David qualified as a Chartered Accountant. David left the firm to join Hall Chadwick (now Crowe Horwath) in Cairns as their Audit Manager. An interest in local government and qualifications as a Local Government Auditor, took him to Mulgrave Shire Council as Finance Manager and Assistant to the Shire Clerk. Mr Goodman also undertook a post graduate degree to become a Town Clerk.
Since establishing his own accountancy practice, Goodman Chartered Accountants in 1988, Mr Goodman and his team have focused on managing the financial needs of small business enterprises encompassing audit, taxation, accountancy and corporate advice. David also holds a Diploma in Financial Services (Finance/Mortgage Broking) and Financial Planning.
Mr Goodman is proud to support Cairns and the Far North Community via a number of local organisations and businesses that include Cairns Potters Club, Far North Queensland Amateur Turf Club, Marlin Coast Rangers Soccer Club, North Cairns Tigers Football and Netball Club, Special Children’s Christmas Party, Trinity Anglican School, Far North Queensland Youth Assistance Fund, Lions Club of Cairns, Cairns Historical Society and Museum and Phoenix Sports and Culture Club.
Photo: Cairns Amateurs President David Goodman with CUB Area Sales Manager, Louise Bury. Carlton & United Breweries (CUB) are the proud naming sponsor of the Cairns Amateurs Carnival.
Friday 8th & Saturday 9th,
September 2023
Event Map
In the interest of community
health and safety, we strongly
encourage contactless transactions.
Dress code is smart race day attire,
dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs
encourages responsible service
of alcohol and gaming.
Cairns Amateurs Members can enjoy the carnival in style in the Members Enclosure under the shade of exclusive marquees. This premium trackside location allows you constant access throughout the area and includes gate entry for both days of the carnival.
Inclusions:
Single Entry to Cannon Park on both Cairns Amateurs Carnival race days
Entry into the exclusive Members Enclosure
VIP entrance to avoid the queues
Premium buffet lunch
Access to premium bar – beverages not included
Live entertainment
Tables, chairs and shade!
TAB facilities and bookies
A photo booth to capture all the fun!
Access to discounts with our premium partners – The Benson Hotel
Access to Member’s only events – President’s Welcome Cocktail Party (ticket purchase required) & the Members AGM Cocktail Party
Friday 8th & Saturday 9th,
September 2023
Cairns Amateurs Members can enjoy the carnival in style in the Members Enclosure under the shade of exclusive marquees. This premium trackside location allows you constant access throughout the area and includes gate entry for both days of the carnival.
Inclusions:
Single Entry to Cannon Park on both Cairns Amateurs Carnival race days
Entry into the exclusive Members Enclosure
VIP entrance to avoid the queues
Premium buffet lunch
Access to premium bar
– beverages not included
Live entertainment
Tables, chairs and shade!
TAB facilities and bookies
A photo booth to capture all the fun!
Access to discounts with our premium partners – The Benson Hotel
Access to Member’s only events
– President’s Welcome Cocktail Party
(ticket purchase required) & the Members AGM Cocktail Party
Event Map
In the interest of community
health and safety, we strongly
encourage contactless transactions.
Dress code is smart race day attire,
dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs
encourages responsible service
of alcohol and gaming.
Proudly Sponsored by
Event Map
Have a group of friends and want to party your way? Why not get your own Picnic On The Lawn Marquee set with a table and chairs and bring a picnic for a great day out? Located at the 1500m mark, these packages are designed for 10 people per marquee and offer fantastic value for money for your group. This venue has its own bar so there is no need to fight your way to the main bar!
Inclusions:
Gate entry
Access to trackside Picnic on the Lawn
10 Person Marquee (3m x 3m) 1 Table, Cloth & 10 Chairs
Private venue bar
Entertainment
Track screen & bookie
Please feel free to bring your own food but drinks cannot be brought in from outside the racecourse.
In the interest of community health and safety, we strongly encourage contactless transactions. EFTPOS facilities will be made available at all bars. Dress code is smart race day attire, dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible service of alcohol and gaming.
Have a group of friends and want to party your way? Why not get your own Picnic On The Lawn Marquee set with a table and chairs and bring a picnic for a great day out? Located at the 1500m mark, these packages are designed for 10 people per marquee and offer fantastic value for money for your group. This venue has its own bar so there is no need to fight your way to the main bar!
Inclusions:
Gate entry
Access to trackside Picnic on the Lawn
10 Person Marquee (3m x 3m) 1 Table, Cloth & 10 Chairs
Private venue bar
Entertainment
Track screen & bookie
Please feel free to bring your own food but drinks cannot be brought in from outside the racecourse.
Proudly Sponsored by
Event Map
In the interest of community health and safety, we strongly encourage contactless transactions. EFTPOS facilities will be made available at all bars. Dress code is smart race day attire, dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible service of alcohol and gaming.
Event Map
Dress code is smart race day attire, dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible service of alcohol and gaming.
Located centre field, directly behind the finishing post, is the Cairns Amateurs corporate entertaining area, the Cairns Amateurs Aviary. Enjoy the atmosphere and excitement of one of Australia’s premier award-winning spring horse racing Carnivals and celebrate this iconic North Queensland event with clients, friends or colleagues in style.
Individual marquees located in the centre field behind the finishing post
50 Wristbands for invited guests to enter the Amateurs Aviary Area
Canapés served throughout the day by Ochre Restaurant & Catering
Private Bar with Premium Beverage Package from 11.00am – 6.00pm
Including; Beer, Wine, Sparkling Wine, Spirits and Soft Drinks
2 x Beverage Service Staff to assist with the needs of your guests and an Area Supervisor
5 x 1.8 Trestle Tables + 35 covered chairs
3 x Dry bars with white lycra dry bar covers
White linen tablecloths
Premium acrylic glassware
Corporate Signage (1) mounted on your marquee
Access to Bookmakers and TAB facilities
On-site security
Located centre field, directly behind the finishing post, is the Cairns Amateurs corporate entertaining area, the Cairns Amateurs Aviary. Enjoy the atmosphere and excitement of one of Australia’s premier award-winning spring horse racing Carnivals and celebrate this iconic North Queensland event with clients, friends or colleagues in style.
Individual marquees located in the centre field behind the finishing post
50 Wristbands for invited guests to enter the Amateurs Aviary Area
Canapés served throughout the day by Ochre Restaurant & Catering
Private Bar with Premium Beverage Package from 11.00am – 6.00pm
Including; Beer, Wine, Sparkling Wine,
Spirits and Soft Drinks
2 x Beverage Service Staff to assist with the needs
of your guests and an Area Supervisor
5 x 1.8 Trestle Tables + 35 covered chairs
3 x Dry bars with white lycra dry bar covers
White linen tablecloths
Premium acrylic glassware
Corporate Signage (1) mounted on your marquee
Access to Bookmakers and TAB facilities
On-site security
Event Map
Dress code is smart race day attire, dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible service of alcohol and gaming.
Proudly Sponsored by
Event Map
Formerly Seppelt Pavilion
Cairns Amateurs New Premium Air-Conditioned Venue
It’s the place for taste! Add some sophistication and style to your day with the new premium air-conditioned St Hubert’s Pavilion. Perfectly positioned in the heart of the action, this pavilion has it all—includes gate entry, sumptuous buffet including seafood by award-winning Ochre Restaurant, premium beverage package, live entertainment and DJ.
Gate entry
Access to the new and polished St Hubert’s Pavilion
Air-conditioned venue with reserved seating
Sumptuous buffet including seafood by award-winning Ochre Restaurant
Premium beverage package including beer, wine, sparkling wine, spirits
& soft drinks
Televised races & bookies
Live entertainment and DJ
Dress code is smart race day attire, dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible service of alcohol and gaming.
Formerly Seppelt Pavilion
Cairns Amateurs New Premium
Air-Conditioned Venue
It’s the place for taste! Add some sophistication and style to your day with the new premium air-conditioned St Hubert’s Pavilion. Perfectly positioned in the heart of the action, this pavilion has it all—includes gate entry, sumptuous buffet including seafood by award-winning Ochre Restaurant, premium beverage package, live entertainment and DJ.
Gate entry
Access to the new and polished
St Hubert’s Pavilion
Air-conditioned venue
with reserved seating
Sumptuous buffet including seafood by award-winning Ochre Restaurant
Premium beverage package including beer, wine, sparkling wine, spirits & soft drinks
Televised races & bookies
Live entertainment and DJ
Proudly Sponsored by
Event Map
Dress code is smart race day attire, dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible
service of alcohol and gaming.
Proudly Sponsored by
Event Map
Arguably the North’s most glamorous black tie event set in a waterfront marquee under the moonlight, Cairns Esplanade Eastern Events Lawn. You’ll be treated to an indulgent 3-course dinner, including seafood platters prepared by the award-winning Ochre Restaurant, while enjoying premium beverages. Then dance the night away to captivating live music performances and the piece de resistance, a spectacular fireworks display.
As a gala event, the dress code is strictly Black Tie, with a lounge suit and tie
as the minimum requirement for men. Do use this as an excuse to go all out; embrace the chance to get glammed up.
The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible service of alcohol and gaming.
Arguably the North’s most glamorous black tie event set in a waterfront marquee under the moonlight, Cairns Esplanade Eastern Events Lawn. You’ll be treated to an indulgent 3-course dinner, including seafood platters prepared by the award-winning Ochre Restaurant, while enjoying premium beverages. Then dance the night away to captivating live music performances and the piece de resistance, a spectacular fireworks display.
As a gala event, the dress code is strictly Black Tie, with a lounge suit and tie
as the minimum requirement for men. Do use this as an excuse to go all out; embrace the chance to get glammed up.
Proudly Sponsored by
Event Map
The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible service of alcohol and gaming.
Proudly Sponsored by
Event Map
THE FILLIES & COLTS PLAYGROUND HAS A BRAND NEW VENUE!
Minty fresh, this popular event has moved to a new undercover, air-conditioned venue! Don’t miss out on party central!
Join like-minded fillies and colts partying the day away enjoying the colourful and vibrant atmosphere of the Vodka Cruiser Party Pavilion. Located at the southern end of the home straight watch the horses thunder past on their way to the finish line! New undercover, air-conditioned venue with continuous music throughout the day from DJ Moose, private bars and bookies, you will have everything you need for a day at the races!
Gate entry
Access to our party central venue – The Vodka Cruiser Party Pavilion
Undercover, air-conditioned venue with tables and chairs
Premium Beverage area serving beer, wine, spirits & seltzers – Beverages not included in the ticket price
Epic vibes from DJ Moose
Bookies
In the interest of community health and safety, we strongly encourage contactless transactions. EFTPOS facilities will be made available at all bars. Dress code is smart race day attire, dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible service of alcohol and gaming.
THE FILLIES & COLTS PLAYGROUND HAS A BRAND NEW VENUE!
Minty fresh, this popular event has moved to a new undercover, air-conditioned venue! Don’t miss out on party central!
Join like-minded fillies and colts partying the day away enjoying the colourful and vibrant atmosphere of the Vodka Cruiser Party Pavilion. Located at the southern end of the home straight watch the horses thunder past on their way to the finish line! New undercover, air-conditioned venue with continuous music throughout the day from DJ Moose, private bars and bookies, you will have everything you need for a day at the races!
Gate entry
Access to our party central venue – The Vodka Cruiser Party Pavilion
Undercover, air-conditioned venue with tables and chairs
Premium Beverage area serving beer, wine, spirits & seltzers – Beverages not included in the ticket price
Epic Vibes from DJ Moose
Bookies
Proudly Sponsored by
Event Map
In the interest of community health and safety, we strongly encourage contactless transactions. EFTPOS facilities will be made available at all bars. Dress code is smart race day attire, dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible service of alcohol and gaming.
Proudly Sponsored by
Event Map
Dress code is smart race day attire, dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible service of alcohol and gaming.
Proudly Sponsored by
Event Map
Dress code is smart race day attire, dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible
service of alcohol and gaming.
Friday 8th & Saturday 9th September 2023
Cost: $30 Online
Cost: $35 Gate
SAVE $5.00 on Entry Fee
by Booking Online
Event Map
The 2023 Cairns Amateurs Carnival will have more fun, fashion and racing entertainment than ever before! Cannon Park will come to life on Cairns Amateurs Ladies Day, Friday the 8th and Cairns Amateur Cup Day, Saturday, the 9th of September, with two massive days of events with roving entertainment, live music & bookies, Fashions on the Field and of course horse racing!
In the interest of community health and safety, we strongly encourage contactless transactions. EFTPOS facilities will be made available at all bars. Dress code is smart race day attire, dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible service of alcohol and gaming.
Friday 8th & Saturday 9th September 2023
Cost: $30 Online
Cost: $35 Gate
SAVE $5.00 on Entry Fee
by Booking Online
The 2023 Cairns Amateurs Carnival will have more fun, fashion and racing entertainment than ever before! Cannon Park will come to life on Cairns Amateurs Ladies Day, Friday the 8th and Cairns Amateur Cup Day, Saturday, the 9th of September, with two massive days of events with roving entertainment, live music & bookies, Fashions on the Field and of course horse racing!
Event Map
In the interest of community health and safety, we strongly encourage contactless transactions. EFTPOS facilities will be made available at all bars. Dress code is smart race day attire, dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible service of alcohol and gaming.
Thursday, September 7th 2023
Location: The Benson Hotel,
Grafton Street, Cairns
Gates Open: 6:00pm
Cost: $90 per person
Event Map
The President’s Welcome Cocktail Party is the traditional opening event
of the Cairns Amateurs. It is a combined Members, Sponsors and VIP event to officially kick start the Cairns Amateurs Carnival celebrations.
This year’s event is at The Benson Hotel, a Cairns city favourite.
Stand up Canapés Cocktail Party
Premium Two-Hour Beverage Package
Live Entertainment
Dress code is smart race day attire, dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible service of alcohol.
Thursday, September 7th 2023
Location: The Benson Hotel,
Grafton Street, Cairns
Gates Open: 6:00pm
Cost: $90 per person
The President’s Welcome Cocktail Party is the traditional opening event
of the Cairns Amateurs. It is a combined Members, Sponsors and VIP event to officially kick start the Cairns Amateurs Carnival celebrations.
This year’s event is at The Benson Hotel, a Cairns city favourite.
Stand up Canapés Cocktail Party
Premium Two-Hour Beverage Package
Live Entertainment
Event Map
Dress code is smart race day attire, dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible
service of alcohol.
Thursday, September 7th 2023
Gates Open: 11.00am
Cost: $140 per person
Proudly Sponsored by
Event Map
Treat yourself to a luxe morning of fabulous company, bubbles, fashion and delicious treats. Indulge in a selection of sweet and savoury delicacies with sparkling wine, tea and coffee while enjoying the latest collections from Myer Cairns and renowned local milliners. This year’s Jubilee Fashion High Tea promises to be a delightful day out.
Traditional high tea stands with all the trimmings – tea, coffee, and sparkling wine throughout the event
Fashion parade by Myer Cairns and curated by Personal Stylist Pip Addison
Collections by renowned local milliners
Entertainment and gift bags
Dress code is smart race day attire, dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible service of alcohol.
Thursday, September 7th 2023
Gates Open: 11.00am
Cost: $140 per person
Treat yourself to a luxe morning of fabulous company, bubbles, fashion and delicious treats. Indulge in a selection of sweet and savoury delicacies with sparkling wine, tea and coffee while enjoying the latest collections from Myer Cairns and renowned local milliners. This year’s Jubilee Fashion High Tea promises to be a delightful day out.
Traditional high tea stands with all the trimmings – tea, coffee, and sparkling wine throughout the event
Fashion parade by Myer Cairns and curated by Personal Stylist Pip Addison
Collections by renowned local milliners
Entertainment and gift bags
Proudly Sponsored by
Event Map
Dress code is smart race day attire, dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible
service of alcohol.
Friday 8th & Saturday 9th,
September 2023
Event Map
In the interest of community
health and safety, we strongly
encourage contactless transactions.
Dress code is smart race day attire,
dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs
encourages responsible service
of alcohol and gaming.
Cairns Amateurs Members can enjoy the carnival in style in the Members Enclosure under the shade of exclusive marquees. This premium trackside location allows you constant access throughout the area and includes gate entry for both days of the carnival.
Inclusions:
Single entry to Cannon Park on both Cairns Amateurs Carnival race days
Entry into the exclusive Members Enclosure
VIP entrance to avoid the queues
Premium buffet lunch
Access to premium bar – beverages not included
Live entertainment
Tables, chairs and shade!
TAB facilities and bookies
A photo booth to capture all the fun!
Access to discounts with our premium partners – The Benson Hotel
Access to Member’s only events – President’s Welcome Cocktail Party (ticket purchase required) & the Members AGM Cocktail Party
Friday 8th & Saturday 9th,
September 2023
Cairns Amateurs Members can enjoy the carnival in style in the Members Enclosure under the shade of exclusive marquees. This premium trackside location allows you constant access throughout the area and includes gate entry for both days of the carnival.
Inclusions:
Single entry to Cannon Park on both Cairns Amateurs Carnival race days
Entry into the exclusive Members Enclosure
VIP entrance to avoid the queues
Premium buffet lunch
Access to premium bar
– beverages not included
Live entertainment
Tables, chairs and shade!
TAB facilities and bookies
A photo booth to capture all the fun!
Access to discounts with our premium partners – The Benson Hotel
Access to Member’s only events
– President’s Welcome Cocktail Party
(ticket purchase required) & the Members AGM Cocktail Party
Event Map
In the interest of community
health and safety, we strongly
encourage contactless transactions.
Dress code is smart race day attire,
dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs
encourages responsible service
of alcohol and gaming.
Friday 8th & Saturday 9th,
September 2023
Event Map
In the interest of community
health and safety, we strongly
encourage contactless transactions.
Dress code is smart race day attire,
dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs
encourages responsible service
of alcohol and gaming.
Cairns Amateurs Members can enjoy the carnival in style in the Members Enclosure under the shade of exclusive marquees. This premium trackside location allows you constant access throughout the area and includes gate entry for both days of the carnival.
Inclusions:
Entry to Cannon Park on both Cairns Amateurs Carnival race days for you and a guest
Entry into the exclusive Members Enclosure
VIP entrance to avoid the queues
Premium buffet lunch
Access to premium bar – beverages not included
Live entertainment
Tables, chairs and shade!
TAB facilities and bookies
A photo booth to capture all the fun!
Access to discounts with our premium partners – The Benson Hotel
Access to Member’s only events – President’s Welcome Cocktail Party (ticket purchase required) & the Members AGM Cocktail Party
Friday 8th & Saturday 9th,
September 2023
Cairns Amateurs Members can enjoy the carnival in style in the Members Enclosure under the shade of exclusive marquees. This premium trackside location allows you constant access throughout the area and includes gate entry for both days of the carnival.
Inclusions:
Entry to Cannon Park on both Cairns Amateurs Carnival race days
for you and a guest
Entry into the exclusive Members Enclosure
VIP entrance to avoid the queues
Premium buffet lunch
Access to premium bar
– beverages not included
Live entertainment
Tables, chairs and shade!
TAB facilities and bookies
A photo booth to capture all the fun!
Access to discounts with our premium partners – The Benson Hotel
Access to Member’s only events
– President’s Welcome Cocktail Party
(ticket purchase required) & the Members AGM Cocktail Party
Event Map
In the interest of community
health and safety, we strongly
encourage contactless transactions.
Dress code is smart race day attire,
dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs
encourages responsible service
of alcohol and gaming.
Wednesday – 15 February 2023
Cairns
1:00pm
1:00pm
Event Map
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