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The Canberra Times
The Canberra Times
National
Alex Crowe

Race club confirms intentions after 'hostile takeover' planning proposal

Canberra Racing Club Chief Executive Officer Darren Pearce said talks are underway with developers so they're "shovel ready" when given approval. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong

The Canberra Racing Club will pursue its plan to develop Thoroughbred Park and maintain horse racing at its current home, likening a surprise proposition from ACT government on Melbourne Cup day to a "hostile takeover".

Chief Executive Officer Darren Pearce said finding out two plans for the park had been presented to the public, one which involved creating a greenspace where the racecourse is, was a total surprise.

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