Following the Reserve’s inclusion on the Victorian Heritage Register, the Caulfield Racecourse Reserve Trust has re-assessed and confirmed its plans to relocate MRC’s proposed maintenance compound to a more suitable site along the outer edge of the racetrack. The revised approach protects the Reserve’s open space, aligns with heritage values, and returns a central area...
Gate upgrade works are now underway across all entry points into Caulfield Commons, improving access, safety, and the visitor experience. Throughout August to November, all gates around the Commons are being upgraded as part of ongoing improvements to enhance accessibility and amenity for the community.
Work is now underway on the Glen Huntly Fence and Path Improvement Project — a joint initiative with Glen Eira Council to make the southern edge of Caulfield Commons more open, accessible and welcoming for the local community. The project, running from August to October, is supported by special funding and will deliver a range...
From Sunday 5 October 2025 to Sunday 5 April 2026, Caulfield Commons will be open from 6.30am to 8pm. Caulfield Commons will continue to be closed on race days and during training such as jumpouts, gallops and trials. For details on closures and upcoming events, follow us on Facebook or visit our What’s On page
From Sunday 6 April, the end of day light saving, new opening hours will be implemented to ensure there is clear and consistent public access. To improve understanding, consistency and to make access times simple for everybody to understand, set times for access will be implemented as: Daylight Saving Period (October – March): 6.30am opening...
Many visitors of the Reserve in recent months would have noticed the colourful mural overlooking the Northern Lake. The mural is a creation by Ching Ching Liang and Richard Monger which reflects their journey as artists. To find out more about their journey and the artwork, check out this latest article from Monash University. https://www.monash.edu/mada/news/2025/monash-students-art-wall-enhances-the-caulfield-community
Welcoming the Caulfield Commons Art Wall In collaboration with students from Monash University, we are delighted to soon unveil a new art space that celebrates local creativity. Nestled in the existing building overlooking the Northern Lake, this space will showcase seasonal installations from both local artists and students. Our first installation, Caulfield Commoners, features a...
Harnessing the knowledge and expertise of the Reserve’s keenest wildlife observers, a set of ten educational information boards have been installed around the lake. The boards provide a wealth of information on how the birds hunt, where they can be spotted and some of the characteristics that make each species so unique. Starting at the...
The Melbourne Football Club, in partnership with the Victorian Government and Caulfield Racecourse Reserve Trust, has recently completed their feasibility study for locating their future home at Caulfield. The below project update provides an overview of the feasibility study and next steps.
