Auckland. Racing Club Corporate hospitality summer 2007/2008

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1 Auckland Racing Club Corporate hospitality summer 2007/2008

2 For the ultimate in corporate hosting be trackside at Ellerslie to experience the style, glamour & celebration of thoroughbred racing this summer! Feature raceday calendar Lindauer Melbourne Cup Day Lindauer Twilight Summer Series New Zealand Herald Christmas Carnival Tuesday 6 November Wednesday 12 December Wednesday 26 December Tuesday 1 January Karaka Million Sunday 27 January Lindauer Twilight Summer Series Wednesday 13 Feburary With a distinctive blend of fashion and excitement, entertaining at Ellerslie is as much for the girls as it is for the guys! Indulge your most valued clients and experience the thrill of winning at two events that you won t want to miss LINDAUER MELBOURNE CUP DAY Recognised as one of the iconic sporting events worldwide, this will be the most important meeting you will have on Tuesday 6 November AUCKLAND CUP WEEK Be part of the action when Ellerslie hosts New Zealand s richest racing carnival and celebrate our race that stops our nation Saturday 1, Wednesday 5 & Saturday 8 March Auckland Cup Week calendar Mercedes Derby Day The magic of the Derby has global appeal as the country s most important 3 year old race. Mercedes Derby (Group 1) Auckland Cup Day Our race that stops our nation. Auckland Cup (Group 1) Starcraft at Arrowfield Diamond Day New Zealand s finest 2 year old and weight for age races. Ford Diamond Stakes (Group 1) & New Zealand Stakes (Group 1) Saturday 1 March Wednesday 5 March Saturday 8 March 02

3 03 Lindauer Melbourne Cup Day With numerous hospitality options for individuals through to large private functions, Ellerslie is the best place to watch the Emirates Melbourne Cup if you can t be at Flemington! Exquisite marquees, 10 on-course races, live simulcast coverage from Flemington and a party after the last race! Experience Melbourne s iconic sporting event at New Zealand s premier racing venue. MARQUEE LOCATIONS Champagne Lawn Enjoy panoramic views of the winning post and birdcage from an elevated marquee on the prestigious Champagne Lawn. Experience the ultimate in exclusive hospitality and corporate entertainment in your own private marquee in this A-list area. Leger Lawn Located on the home straight, the Leger Lawn is one of the most exciting corporate hospitality areas at Ellerslie. Experience the thunder of the track and the roar of the crowd as thoroughbreds race only metres away! Corporate guests will enjoy premium hospitality in the ultimate corporate village environment.

4 MARQUEE HOSPITALITY Premium Marquee Exclusive silk lined marquee with carpeted floor Picket fenced garden area with outdoor tables, chairs and umbrellas OPTION A Dining setting of round tables for 10 including bar and buffet OPTION B Cocktail style décor including bar with bar leaners Plasma screen and two 21 televisions Registration table Company sign Standard greenery package Private tote Racebooks and pens Capacity: Min 80 people - max 120 people Cost: $12,000 (excl gst) - catering additional please see below Classic Marquee Classic marquee structure Picket fenced garden area with outdoor tables and chairs Informal dining décor including private bar and six bar leaners Plasma screen and two 21 televisions Registration table Company sign Standard greenery package Access to totes Racebooks and pens Capacity: Min 80 people - max 120 people Cost: $5,500 (excl gst) Leger Lawn or $6,000 (excl gst) Champagne Lawn - catering additional please see below Corporate Box Marquee (available on the Leger Lawn only) Classic marquee structure Picket fenced garden area with outdoor tables and chairs Informal dining décor including private bar and bar leaners Plasma screen and two 21 televisions Registration table Company sign Standard greenery package Access to totes Racebooks and pens Capacity: Min 40 people - max 80 people Cost: $4,000 (excl gst) - catering additional please see below Capacity: Min 30 people - max 40 people Cost: $3,000 (excl gst) - catering additional please see below Marquee catering Gourmet Luncheon encompassing 7½ hour beverage package including fine New Zealand wine, selection of premium beer and non alcoholic beverages Cost: $175 per person (excl gst) 04

5 05 GRANDSTAND DINING Chairman s club Presidents Suite CuvÉe Lawn Champions Club Set in a prime position overlooking Ellerslie s home straight and finishing post, the Chairman s Club provides superior facilities and exceptional corporate entertaining for you and your valued guests. Be part of the Chairman s Club CUP DAY PARTY and celebrate in one of the most sought after locations oncourse! Note: tables of less than ten people will be required to share. Located on level three of the Ellerslie Stand, the Presidents Suite provides an elevated view of the racetrack, winning post and of Auckland City s skyline. Enjoy a guest appearance from a racing industry personality as well as access to tote facilities, televisions and seating in the covered stand for guests. Note: tables of less than ten people will be required to share. Enjoy the excitement of Cuvée Champagne Bar and Lawn located beside the Ellerslie birdcage. Relax in one of the most sought after locations on course and enjoy the action on and off the track. Home to the famous Birdcage Bash after the last race, Cuvée is the place to see and be seen. Note: Tables of less than 10 people will be required to share. Experience your Lindauer Melbourne Cup Day hospitality in the comfort of the Champions Club on the first level of the Ellerslie Stand. Enjoy exquisite cuisine and access to tote facilities, televisions and grandstand seating and a guest appearance from a racing industry personality. Note: tables of less than ten people will be required to share. 7½ hour beverage package including fine New Zealand wine, Méthode Traditionelle, selection of premium beer and non alcoholic beverages Individual television per table Access to grandstand seating Racing industry personality Private totes Racebook and pen Air-conditioned Cost: $225* per person or $2,200* per table of ten (excl gst) 7½ hour beverage package including fine New Zealand wine, Méthode Traditionelle, selection of premium beer and non alcoholic beverages Access to grandstand seating Racing industry personality Private totes and televisions Racebook and pen Air-conditioned Cost: $195* per person or $1,900* per table of ten (excl gst) New Zealand s finest produce 7½ hour beverage package including fine New Zealand wine, Méthode Traditionelle, selection of premium beer and non alcoholic beverages Use of Cuvée Champagne Bar as your exclusive lounge for the day, up to the last race Access to totes Racebook and pen Indoor/outdoor flow Cost: $195* per person or $1,900* per table of ten (excl gst) Luncheon encompassing New Zealand s finest produce Glass of Méthode Traditionelle on arrival Access to grandstand seating Racing industry personality Private totes and televisions Racebook and pen Air-conditioned Cost: $99* per person or $950* per table of ten (excl gst) Private rooms * Auckland Racing Club Members discount of 5% applies (limit one table per Member) Ellerslie has several newly refurbished rooms available for private functions of 30 to 200 people. For further information and to find the room best suited to your requirements, please contact an Ellerslie Event Coordinator on (09)

6 Auckland Cup Week Celebrate the glamour of thoroughbred racing at Auckland Cup Week Spread over three days, New Zealand s richest racing carnival will offer exceptional dining and hospitality options for the ultimate in corporate hosting. Be part of the action when Ellerslie hosts New Zealand s largest and most exclusive party! MARQUEE LOCATIONS Champagne Lawn Enjoy panoramic views of the winning post and birdcage from an elevated marquee on the prestigious Champagne Lawn. Reserved exclusively for sponsors, this A-list area is the ultimate in fine dining and hospitality. All marquees on the Champagne Lawn are only available in three-day packages. Leger Lawn Located on the home straight, the Leger Lawn is one of the most exciting corporate hospitality areas at Ellerslie. Experience the thunder of the track and the roar of the crowd as thoroughbreds race only metres away! Corporate guests will enjoy premium hospitality in the ultimate corporate village environment. All marquees on the Leger Lawn are available on a three-day or individual day basis. 06

7 MARQUEE HOSPITALITY Premium Marquee Exclusive silk lined marquee with carpeted floor Picket fenced garden area with outdoor tables, chairs and umbrellas OPTION A Dining setting of round tables for 10 including bar and buffet OPTION B Cocktail style décor including bar with bar leaners Plasma screen and two 21 televisions Registration table Company sign Standard greenery package Private tote Racebooks and pens Capacity: Min 80 people - max 120 people One-day cost: $12,000 (excl gst) Three-day cost: $18,000 (excl gst) Catering additional - please see page 9 for individual requirements. Classic Marquee Standard marquee structure Picket fenced garden area with outdoor tables and chairs Informal dining décor including private bar and six bar leaners Plasma screen and two 21 televisions Registration table Company sign Standard greenery package Private tote Racebooks and pens Capacity: Min 80 people - max 120 people One-day cost: $8,000 (excl gst) Three-day cost: $12,000 (excl gst) Catering additional - please see page 9 for individual requirements. Corporate Box Marquee (available on the Leger Lawn only) Classic marquee structure Picket fenced garden area with outdoor tables and chairs Informal dining décor including private bar and bar leaners Plasma screen and two 21 televisions Registration table Company sign Standard greenery package Access to private totes Racebooks and pens Capacity: Min 40 people - max 80 people One-day cost: $6,000 (excl gst) Three-day cost: $10,000 (excl gst) Capacity: Min 30 people - max 40 people One-day cost: $4,000 (excl gst) Three-day cost: $8,000 (excl gst) Catering additional - please see page 9 for individual requirements. 07

8 GRANDSTAND HOSPITALITY & dining Pakuranga Hunt Grandstand Boxes Chairman s club Presidents Suite Newly refurbished, the Pakuranga Hunt room is a glamorous venue for corporate hospitality. Located on level two of the Ellerslie Stand, you can host your clients in the privacy of your own exclusive air-conditioned room with sensational views of the track! Guests will enjoy premium hospitality with access to tote facilities, televisions and grandstand seats. Pakuranga Hunt is available on an individual day basis. One package available: Dining banquet setting - round tables for 10 people A la carte dining option available with Gold catering package Access to private totes Plasma screens Air-conditioning Capacity: Min 120 people - max 150 people One-day cost: $7,500 (excl gst) Catering additional - please see page 9 for individual requirements. Located on the top tier of the Ellerslie grandstand, be part of the excitement and non-stop action from your own private outdoor box. Host up to five guests and enjoy all day entertainment and hospitality perfect for the corporate client and racing enthusiast alike! The Grandstand Boxes are available on a three-day or individual day basis. 7½ hour beverage package including fine New Zealand wine, Méthode Traditionelle, selection of premium beer and non alcoholic beverages Racebook and pen for each guest Access to tote facilities One-day cost: $1,500* (excl gst) Three-day cost: $4,000* (excl gst) Set in a prime position overlooking Ellerslie s home straight and finishing post, the Chairman s Club provides superior facilities and exceptional corporate entertaining for you and your valued guests. Or be part of the Chairman s Club CUP DAY PARTY on Auckland Cup Day and celebrate in one of the most sought after locations oncourse! Note: tables of less than ten people will be required to share. Glass of Méthode Traditionelle on arrival 7½ hour beverage package including fine New Zealand wine, Méthode Traditionelle, selection of premium beer and non alcoholic beverages (only on Auckland Cup Day) Individual television per table Access to grandstand seating Racing industry personality Private totes Racebook and pen Air-conditioned Located on level three of the Ellerslie Stand, the Presidents Suite provides an elevated view of the racetrack, winning post and of Auckland City s skyline. Savour exquisite cuisine and exceptional service on individual days or across all three-days on tables for ten. Note: tables of less than ten people will be required to share. 7½ hour beverage package including fine New Zealand wine, Méthode Traditionelle, selection of premium beer and non alcoholic beverages Racebook and pen for each guest Private totes Access to grandstand seating Racing industry personality Air-conditioned Cost per person (excl gst) Mercedes Derby Day: $250* Auckland Cup Day: $295* Diamond Day: $225* Cost per person (excl gst) Mercedes Derby Day: $150* Auckland Cup Day - CUP DAY PARTY including 7½ hour beverage package: $325* Diamond Day: $125* Two-day package: $495* per person (excl gst) Three-day package: $595* per person (excl gst) * Auckland Racing Club Members discount of 5% applies (limit one table per Member) 08

9 09 CATERING PACKAGES Champions Club Experience your Auckland Cup Day hospitality in the comfort of the Champions Club located on the first level of the Ellerslie Stand. Enjoy the guest appearance from a racing industry personality as well as access to tote facilities, televisions and seating in the covered grandstand. Note: tables of less than ten people will be required to share. Glass of Méthode Traditionelle on arrival Racebook and pen for each guest Private totes Access to grandstand seating Racing industry personality Air-conditioned One-day cost: $125* per person (excl gst) Two-day cost: $225* per person (excl gst) Three-day cost: $300* per person (excl gst) Private rooms Ellerslie has several newly refurbished rooms available for private functions of 30 to 200 people. For further information to find the room best suited to your requirements, please contact an Auckland Cup Week Coordinator on (09) Exquisite food and beverage packages have been put together by Auckland Racing Club Executive Chef and international culinary judge, Steve Barton. Enjoy the best of New Zealand cuisine matched to a stunning selection of New Zealand wines and beer served continuously all day! Gold package - $500 per person (excl gst) Canapés on arrival Exquisite gourmet luncheon encompassing New Zealand s finest seafood and produce 7½ hour beverage package including hand crafted New Zealand wine, French Champagne, selection of premium beer, spirits, liqueurs and non alcoholic beverages served to the table Silver package - $375 per person (excl gst) Canapés on arrival New Zealand s finest seafood and produce 7½ hour beverage package including fine New Zealand wine, Méthode Traditionelle, selection of premium beer, spirits, liqueurs and non alcoholic beverages served to the table Bronze package - $250 person (excl gst) 7½ hour beverage package including New Zealand wine, Méthode Traditionelle, selection of premium beer spirits and non alcoholic beverages Cocktail package - Available on request. For further information on the cocktail package or to find the catering package best suited to your requirements, please contact an Auckland Cup Week Coordinator on (09)

10 AUCKLAND CUP WEEK sponsorship Major Partner Official Event Partner Race Sponsor Auckland Cup Week represents a unique opportunity to align your brand with New Zealand s finest racing event. Sponsors of Auckland Cup Week may enjoy special privileges including comprehensive promotional and advertising opportunities, access to exclusive VIP sponsor only events, and complimentary corporate hospitality. Day naming right sponsor, fashion principal OR non-racing partner: Branding on all Auckland Cup Week marketing and collateral (advertising, PR, corporate communications). Major Partner branding to be treated as a family of sponsors structure on all branded collateral Opportunity for branding on-course properties (signage, hospitality areas, merchandise and staff apparel) Naming rights for unique Ellerslie assets (Birdcage, Hill, Clerks of the Course) Alignment and access to international celebrities for hospitality and event initiatives Complimentary corporate hospitality Secure your company/brand as the exclusive industry partner of Auckland Cup Week 2008: Use of the term Official Event Partner of Auckland Cup Week 2008 Branding on all Auckland Cup Week on-course marketing materials Access to VIP sponsor only events Complimentary corporate hospitality Race naming rights over the week Naming right sponsor for an individual race within Auckland Cup Week 2008: Naming rights to a race Branding on all Auckland Cup Week on-course marketing material Sponsor signage and various other branded items on course Involvement in trophy presentation (if applicable) Access to VIP sponsor only events Join the Auckland Racing Club in hosting the ultimate event, where the entertainment spectacle is unrivalled, where corporate hospitality is unparalleled and where the best of Auckland and the best of New Zealand racing are celebrated. For further information on Auckland Cup Week sponsorship or to sponsor other events at Ellerslie please contact: Sponsorship Director Billy Gammon Telephone (09) billyg@ellerslie.co.nz 10

11 Want more? For more corporate hosting options be trackside to experience the excitement, fashion and entertainment of the Lindauer Twilight Summer Series and New Zealand Herald Christmas Carnival! OR for the ultimate Christmas party give your staff and clients an experience to remember at one of three racedays at Ellerslie. With numerous hospitality options and private rooms available on Saturday 1st, Wednesday 12th and Sunday 16th December, nothing beats the excitement of Christmas at Ellerslie! Lindauer Twilight Summer Series Wednesday 12 December, Sunday 27 January (Karaka Million) & Wednesday 13 February. Imagine all the heart pounding excitement of a race meeting compressed into three hours, complete with music and entertainment! And when the racing stops, the party keeps going. It s a completely different racing experience it s Twilight Racing! The action starts at 4.30pm with six races in a fast-paced format matched with plenty of spectacle off the track. The perfect end of year Christmas party and/or an entertaining way to host clients in the New Year! Fully inclusive food and beverage packages start from $111* per person (excl gst). New Zealand Herald Christmas Carnival Boxing Day, 29 December & New Years Day Experience the thrill and excitement of the New Zealand Herald Christmas Carnival! Three days of racing including the Auckland institution of the Boxing Day races. Enjoy superb racing and the ultimate in fashion and glamour on the Deutz Fashions in the Field catwalk! From the premier location of Cuvée to the party atmosphere of the VIVA Champagne Lawn, Boxing Day is Auckland s ultimate Christmas celebration! Hospitality packages range from $88* per person through to fully inclusive food and beverage packages at $177* per person (all prices are excl gst). * Auckland Racing Club Members discount of 5% applies (limit one table per Member) For further information or to book your Lindauer Twilight Summer Series or New Zealand Herald Christmas Carnival hospitality please contact the Auckland Racing Club. Telephone or visit Please note some of these hospitality options are outdoors, please refer to terms and conditions. 11

12 Auckland racing club membership Experience the social occasion, status and benefits associated with being a Member of New Zealand s premier Racing Club. Standard Membership is $215 (incl gst) per annum and includes the following benefits: Admission to all Auckland Racing Club race meetings Access to the Ascot (Members ) Stand at all Auckland Racing Club race meetings Members Carpark Pass to all Auckland Racing Club race meetings Exclusive Membership Rewards Programme Discount on raceday food and beverage purchases Discount on additional Ascot Stand tickets and premier raceday hospitality packages Reciprocal rights with a number of New Zealand, Australian and international racing clubs, including priority purchasing of Melbourne Cup Carnival tickets Complimentary subscription to the Auckland Racing Club monthly newsletter and other exclusive Auckland Racing Club publications Special events and promotions exclusive to Auckland Racing Club Members Please contact the Membership Secretary Nicola Wharton on nicolaw@ellerslie.co.nz or if you require any further information. enquiries For further information or to book your corporate hospitality please contact an Ellerslie Event Centre or Auckland Cup Week Coordinator: Telephone (09)