Properties (47)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
Racecourse
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| gptkbp:affiliatedWith |
gptkb:New_Zealand_Greyhound_Racing
gptkb:New_Zealand_Thoroughbred_Racing gptkb:New_Zealand_Harness_Racing |
| gptkbp:associatedWith |
gptkb:Canterbury_Jockey_Club
|
| gptkbp:capacity |
approximately 20,000
|
| gptkbp:communityRole |
Supports local charities
Engages with local businesses Hosts school events |
| gptkbp:culturalSignificance |
Popular venue for local events
|
| gptkbp:environmentalInitiatives |
Waste reduction programs
Sustainable practices implemented Water conservation measures |
| gptkbp:events |
Community events
Corporate events Horse racing events |
| gptkbp:famousFor |
Thoroughbred racing
|
| gptkbp:features |
Hospitality suites
Grandstand Public viewing areas Bar and dining options |
| gptkbp:futurePlans |
Expansion of facilities planned
Increased community engagement initiatives planned Enhancements to racing experience planned |
| gptkbp:historicalSignificance |
One of the oldest racecourses in New Zealand
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Riccarton Park Racecourse
|
| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Christchurch,_New_Zealand
|
| gptkbp:mediaCoverage |
Regularly covered by local media
Broadcasted on racing networks Featured in national racing publications |
| gptkbp:notableFeature |
gptkb:New_Zealand_Derby
gptkb:Stewards'_Stakes gptkb:Winter_Cup New Zealand Oaks Celebrities during major events International racing personalities Royal_family_members |
| gptkbp:opened |
1880
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| gptkbp:owner |
gptkb:New_Zealand_Racing_Board
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| gptkbp:parking |
On-site parking available
|
| gptkbp:renovated |
Renovated in 2010
Upgraded facilities in 2015 New grandstand in 2018 |
| gptkbp:surface |
Grass
|
| gptkbp:training |
Available
|
| gptkbp:transportation |
Public transport available
|
| gptkbp:website |
www.riccartonpark.co.nz
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