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...
The new Glen Huntly Park Gate is now open, marking the final stage of works in the Community Pathways Project. The project delivers a more welcoming, open and accessible connection for the community to access Caulfield Commons.
We’re excited to share that work is starting this week on the next stage of The Commons Trail! This project forms part of the Caulfield Racecourse Reserve Strategic Management Plan, which guides ongoing improvements to access, safety and visitor experience across the Reserve.
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
