Now in its fourth iteration, the National Symposium has become a staple of Nationals Week and is the official opening to the schedule.

Greyhounds Australasia, Greyhound Clubs Australia and Greyhound Racing South Australia have combined to produce a program looking at the community and future of greyhound racing in Australia.

Speakers will come from around Australia and come from a variety of industries and backgrounds and will provide a day full of terrific learning and insights.

Set in the picturesque Adelaide Hills, and enjoy lunch and wine tastings with a view at Sidewood Estate. With a chef-curated menu expertly paired with SA wines, it will make for a perfect social afternoon.

Overlooking the Adelaide Oval playing surface from the Phil Ridings Bar, this event will give you a chance to catch up with old friends and make new ones in a relaxed setting to begin your Nationals week.

A legendary venue deserves legendary entertainment, and you’ll get the chance to hear from some SA sporting greats who will give insight in an intimate setting. If you want the full experience, there’s even an option to tour the iconic venue
prior to the event.

With hearty canapes and generous drink offerings, this is the perfect way to kickstart your Nationals experience.

9am – 3pm

9am – 4pm

10am – 12:30pm

10am – 3pm

A perfect mix of food and culture. Enjoy a personally guided tour through the Art Gallery of South Australia before enjoying a three-course lunch curated with South Australian products.

A highlight of the National Week is the Gala Awards Dinner where we will crown the 2023/24 Australian Greyhound of the Year in a night filled with food, wine and excellent entertainment.

We will also welcome new members into the GCA Hall Of Fame who will see their names alongside the most famous names in the sport. The Gala Awards Dinner will have something for everyone with a firm South Australian presence stamped across the event.

The beautiful town of Murray Bridge hosts the Group 3 National Straight Track Championship final for the first time on a special Saturday morning of racing.

Don’t miss your transfer to the track as the trip to Murray Bridge will be filled with plenty of entertainment and surprises you won’t want to miss.

The Murray Bridge facility is one of Australia’s newest and most unique facilities and once on course, you will be hosted in Doyle’s Function Centre.

With a perfect view of the track and overlooking the finishing line, you will be able to enjoy the Group 3 final with excellent food and better company.

The time-honoured Group 1 National Sprint and Distance Championships are the final event on the Nationals schedule and it is a night not to be missed.

Bringing the best greyhounds from Australia and New Zealand together, finals night is one of the highlights on the Australian racing calendar.

Hosted in the beautiful Chasers Restaurant, you will enjoy a sensational food and beverage package while enjoying the high-quality racing on the track.

Nationals night at Angle Park will add another chapter to a long history of greyhound racing and this is an event not to be missed.