MRC locks in leadership as Tanya Fullarton named CEO and Jonathan Munz joins as Vice Chairman

Breednet - Friday October 31

The Melbourne Racing Club (MRC) has confirmed two major leadership appointments, naming Tanya Fullarton as Chief Executive Officer and leading business person, owner, and breeder Jonathan Munz as Vice Chairman.

Fullarton’s appointment follows an impressive four-month period as CEO in an acting capacity, while Munz joins the Committee as Vice Chairman after being endorsed by the MRC Committee to fill a casual vacancy on Thursday.

Tanya Fullarton has been appointed CEO of Melbourne Racing Club - image MRC

MRC Chairman Cameron Fisher praised the appointments, which he noted would solidify the Club’s leadership and enhance its board.

“Tanya has done an exceptional job over the past four months, leading the Club through one of its most successful Caulfield Cup Carnivals in years — with huge crowds across all three days, corporate hospitality at capacity and the Caulfield Cup itself a sell-out,” Fisher said. “This success was the result of an outstanding team effort, and I want to acknowledge and thank all MRC staff for their professionalism, energy and commitment in delivering such a memorable Carnival for our members, partners and racegoers.”

“She brings deep racing experience, strong commercial capability and genuine connection with members, participants and partners.”

“Having someone of Jonathan’s calibre join the Committee is a tremendous benefit for the Club. He is one of Australia’s most successful and respected business persons and a leading owner and breeder and brings expertise at the highest level across business management, finance, property and racing. He has made a significant contribution to horse racing, as a leading owner and breeder and through his longtime advocacy as Chairman of TROA and enjoys deep relationships and connections across the racing industry, both in Australia and internationally.”

“Both Jonathan and Tanya are widely respected for their professionalism, integrity and contribution to the industry, and will help position the MRC for continued success,” said Fisher.

Tanya Fullarton is a well-known industry executive with more than 30 years’ experience across racing operations, event management, sponsorship and marketing. She has  held senior and board roles with the Thoroughbred Racehorse Owners’ Association, Geelong Racing Club and the RMIT Marketing Industry Advisory Group and previously worked at Racing Victoria.

As founder of her own consultancy practice, she advised leading racing and corporate organisations including the National Jockeys Trust, Moonee Valley Racing Club, Ridley Corporation and Zenith Payments.

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“The MRC is an incredible organisation with passionate members, dedicated staff and a deep community connection,” Fullarton said. “My focus is on growing membership, enhancing race day experiences and ensuring the Club continues to innovate and make a positive contribution to the industry.”

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Jonathan Munz is one of Australia’s most accomplished business persons and one of the country’s leading racehorse owners and breeders. He founded and served as Executive Chairman of ASX listed Reliance Worldwide Corporation Limited and heads GSA Capital, a global multi-strategy investment company.

Through his breeding operation, GSA Bloodstock, Munz has produced some of Australia’s top racehorses including Everest winner Giga Kick, champion 3yo filly Shoals and champion 2yo Meurice. He also raced Caulfield Guineas winner Super Seth, and a number of other Group One winners, including King’s Legacy, Toffee Tongue, and Ferlax.

“The new MRC board, led by John Kanga and now by Cameron Fisher, has done an excellent job, saving racing at Sandown, returning the Caulfield mounting yard to its rightful place, abandoning plans for an unnecessarily costly new Caulfield grandstand and moving quickly to reduce debt,” Munz said.

“They have also done a great job for members, racegoers and participants and I’m pleased to support Cameron, Tanya and the Committee in continuing that work. The Club has a strong platform for growth, and I’m looking forward to helping ensure its continued success and contribution to the wider industry.”

The MRC enters 2026 with strong momentum, citing bumper membership and engagement, growth in younger audiences through digital innovation, increased female participation and ongoing investment in racing and community programs.

“2026 will be a year of growth and opportunity,” Fisher said. “We’re investing where it matters — our racing program, our members and our community.”

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