FLEMINGTON

The $5.1 million Emirates Melbourne Cup is more than just a horse race – it is a 144-year old social and cultural tradition that literally brings Australia to a standstill. The race draws competitors from all over the world with the annual invasion of northern hemisphere-trained stayers making it a truly international event. The Emirates Melbourne Cup now attracts a worldwide television audience of around 700 million people in 120 countries and territories while millions more either view or listen to the event via the internet.

MOONEY VALLEY RACING CLUB

It is home to Australia's weight-for-age championship - the Group 1 Carlton Draught Cox Plate to be run on Saturday October 22 this year. To view hospitality packages still available for this top class day of racing, click under 2005 Carlton Draught Cox Plate Packages on the top menu. Here you will find packages tailored to suit all types of racegoers, including the Nova 100 Carnival Enclosure Party for the social partygoer to the stunning South Hill Syndicated Marquees or the superb Centre Stage Cocktail Marquees for corporates wishing to entertain business clients or work colleagues.