The Come by Chance Race Club is the latest to see their annual race meeting fall foul of the tough weather conditions but they’re still preparing to welcome the crowds to their course. this Saturday 23 September.

“It is with great disappointment that Racing NSW has not agreed to our track being suitable for racing on Saturday,” said Secretary Cathie Colless. 

“The committee has not allowed this to damage the spirits of the Come By Chance Picnic Race Club, and are determined to make the day a success, regardless. 

“The committee, who are all volunteers, and some of whom are fourth and fifth generation, are keen to continue to tradition set by their club founders, some 76 years ago.

“We will proceed. No horses – no worries!”

The day will go ahead as planned, with all attractions, other than the horse races.  

A few on-track alternatives are organised, including a ram race, wheelie bin race, stockhorse dash and working dog jumping competition.

Gates will open at 11.00am, for early birds and the day will still offer the hotly contested Fashions on the Field, jumping castle, face painting, foot races, bar and food outlets.

A magnificent western plains sunset will be the opening act of the evening’s entertainment with Father Holy Smoke’s fireworks, and live entertainment by local Maddie Warden and her team.

“Congratulations to Maddie on the recent release of her first EP – what a treat to have her perform at Come By Chance,” Mrs Colless said.

“We would like to thank all those who gave their time and/or machinery, to try and get the track in order. The extreme dry weather certainly did us no favours.

“We would be grateful for the support of the wider district in attending our day, to keep Comby Picnics alive, and bush races happening.”

Patrons travelling from Walgett will be able to travel to and from Comby by bus, leaving Walgett at 12noon and 2pm, then returning at 7.30pm and 10pm.

A day at Comby - what more would you want?  Let’s Go!