Rosehill Gardens racecourse in Sydney’s West has undergone a $28 million facelift

The newly upgraded JR Fleming Grandstand and other facilities were unveiled last week for the start of the Sydney Spring Carnival.

The NSW Government contributed $24 million to the project that has improved spectator access, seating and function capacity and food offerings.

NSW Deputy Premier and Minister for Racing Troy Grant said the upgrade had improved every aspect of the race experience at Rosehill Gardens.

“This Government is delivering a $235 million boost to the racing industry over the next five years and we will see more upgrades like this to racing tracks across the State,” Mr Grant said.

“Thoroughbred racing is booming in NSW and is embodied by our premier racing series The Championships, which has attracted record crowds to country and city meetings.’’

Australian Turf Club Chief Executive Officer Darren Pearce said the Rosehill Gardens refurbishment was the start of a long-term strategy for racing and entertainment in the heart of Sydney.

“In future years, along with world-class racing, we want to see Rosehill Gardens play a central role as a major destination for people from across Sydney to enjoy the very best of sport, entertainment and hospitality,’’ Mr Pearce said.