2012 sees the running of the 47th annual Broken Hill St Pat's races, held at
St Patrick's Race Club Broken Hill. For the first time in the history of this event, it will be run on the actual day - the 17th March. I must say I was surprised to learn this fact. Apparently, the timing of Easter has historically had something to do with what day the race could be held. Whatever the case, the occasion is the biggest event of the year in Broken Hill and is world reknowned. People come from far and wide just to be a part of it. I certainly hope to attend this event at some point. Possibly this year, but not certain yet. Everyone I know who's been says it's a really fun day. I'm sure they're right.
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| Finish Line at St Patrick's Race Club |
The photo of the finish line at the St Patrick's Race Club shows mine head frames holding the horse shoe and shamrock. Very Broken Hill.
The festivities begin on 7th March with a St Pat's Fashion Show at the Broken Hill Civic Centre. On Friday 16th March is the St Pat's Games Night at the Club Legion. On the day after, 18th March, there's the St Pat's Recovery Day at the nearby historic Silverton.
Cheers, Jane D
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