The day hosts the following VOBIS Gold races, which each have a minimum of $180,000 of prizemoney and bonuses
up for grabs; the VOBIS Gold Ingot, the VOBIS Gold Stayers and the VOBIS Gold Reef.
The VOBIS Gold Premier race series comprises of 18 races and has on offer $4.45 million dollars in prizemoney and
bonuses for the 2018/19 season. However, the series will increase to $4.65 million dollars for the 2019/20 season.
Horses must be first nominated to Super VOBIS and then upgraded to VOBIS Gold, to be able to be part of the series.
The aim of VOBIS is to ensure a sustainable and viable Victorian Breeding industry by providing further riches and
rewards to prizemoney already on offer in Victoria, to those who breed, buy or race a Victorian-bred horse.
The VOBIS Gold Premier Race Series is proudly supported by Victorian Breeders, Racing Victoria and the Victorian
State Government.
Charmein Bukovec – TBV Executive Officer commented, "It is great to have strong support behind our Victorian Breeders in the form of the VOBIS Gold Premier race series. No matter who you speak with; trainers, breeders,
owners, they will tell you that they are always on the hunt for a VOBIS horse at the sales. This series helps drive the
demand for our horses."
"We also had the inaugural running of The Showdown at Caulfield in April this year and with the Matt Laurie trained
Prince Of Sussex taking out the coveted crown, this shone a light on the exceptional quality of stallions and the
strength of our incentive scheme which we have in Victoria."
James O'Brien – TBV President commented, "I am delighted with how the VOBIS program continues to go from
strength to strength. It confirms the confidence the market has in our horses and showcases the very best of what
we have to offer here in Victoria."
"There has continued to be new investment into the industry with new farms deciding to call Victoria home. With
the quality, talent and rewards on offer – there is no better time to Buy, Own and Race a Victorian bred
thoroughbred."
