By Dongyun Kwon
Healesville Greyhound Racing Club announced a new partnership with RSL Victoria in support of the 2025 Anzac appeal, combining the thrill of racing with a meaningful cause close to every Australian’s heart.
In the lead-up to Anzac Day, the club has transformed its grounds with a powerful tribute display, featuring 500 sandbags, authentic wartime memorabilia, and props from classic Australian war films including Gallipoli, The Water Diviner, and Deadline Gallipoli.
Healesville Greyhound Racing Club general manager Peter Frost said it would be a good opportunity to raise much-needed funds for the Anzac appeal, supporting veterans and their families across Victoria.
“Healesville Greyhound Racing Club is honoured to race on Anzac Day and support this iconic appeal,” he said.
“It’s more than a race, it’s a tribute. We welcome everyone to join us for a day of racing, reflection, and remembrance.”
The club will host a special event on this Anzac Day where eight local RSL sub-branches (Healesville, Lilydale, Cockatoo, Upper Yarra, Yarra Glen, Emerald, Alexandra, and Mt Evelyn) will compete in a dedicated race to raise vital funds for their Patriotic Funds.
The day will kick off with race one at 1.02pm.
After the race, Screamin’ Eagles will hit the stage with the special guests, Chantoozies, from 2pm onwards.
Food trucks and kids’ entertainment will be on site all day as well.
Mr Frost said he was pleased to see the local community has been involved in supporting the valuable cause.
“Eastey Fire Trucks (is going to display the fire truck), and a local gentleman will use three army trucks in the march in the morning and then bring them up here,” he said.
“We encourage the local and broader community to come and join us. We’re going to have this open to the general public for a week, leading up to Anzac Day.
“We really hope we can educate the community to see what it was like in 1915 (and what) our diggers went through.”
All proceeds from the day will go directly to the 2025 Anzac appeal.
Greyhound Clubs Victoria chief executive officer Brett Jones praised the initiative and the outstanding effort by the Healesville team.
“They’ve gone above and beyond to honour our servicemen and women, and I encourage everyone to head to the track and show their support for the 2025 Anzac appeal,” he said.
To purchase a ticket for this event, please visit the following website, trybooking.com/events/landing/1364612
