Shepp Speaks | What is the best part of the Spring Carnival?

By Rechelle Zammit

Nov 5, 2024

The News went along to the Peppermill Inn to speak to the locals about what they enjoy about the annual racing Spring Carnival.

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Leigh Hill

I only bet on Melbourne Cup day if I bet at all, so I’m more interested in the social aspect.

Dave Dixon

The weather, the coming together of parties, people and friends and that sort of thing.

Barb Dwyer

The fashion that goes with the racing.

Hazel Lucas

Being with friends, having lunch and betting on the Melbourne Cup.

Ken Lucas

I have been to the Melbourne Cup a couple of times, it was just fantastic.

Noreen Earl

It has always been one of my favourite days of the year, coming out on Melbourne Cup day, having a gamble and I love it.

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