Balranald is a town where people make things happen. New ideas, fun times, and brings the whole community together.

This year, Balranald Races and Dachshund Races are happening on the same weekend.

With the increasing popularity of Dachshund Races and the breed itself, the Balranald Racing Club decided they would join the fun.

There is already 50 doggies signed up to race for victory, and $500 worth of prized on offer.

The Dachshund action takes place at the Theatre Royal in Market Street from 9.00am to 11.00am.

Gate open for the Balranald Races at 11am.

It costs $25 to get through the gate, with all day catering.

The list of food on offer is impressive; hot chips, loaded chips, fish and chips, fish,chips and salad, nachos, lasagne chips and salad, fruit bowls, seafood salad, mixed sandwiches, afternoon tea plates, tea and coffee, small grazing platters, charcuterie cups, icy poles and lollies, cold meat and salad bowls, quiche and salad, and gluten free options available.

Sarah is bus bookings on 0437200475, if you get in quick there still may be a seat left.

The buses are leaving from Swanhill, Tooleybuc, Kyalite, and Euston.

There is no excuse to miss what is a guaranteed fun day out for the whole family.

Pictured are the Fashions on the Field entrants in 2023, at the Balranald Races. Image: Balranald Racing Club.