Steve
Hawkins Joins GCTC Board
Monday 10 November 2008: LOCAL race caller and Gold Coast Turf Club
favourite, Steve Hawkins is set to call a whole lot more in future.
The race broadcaster was
today announced as the ninth Board Member of the Club, replacing long time
Director Peter Lawlor MP.
Calling at the track for over nine years, Hawkins’ involvement at the Gold
Coast is a natural progression, “I have a deep passion for the GCTC and
believe I have something to contribute to its future,” said Steve.
Not
only a well known racing identity at the Club and with Radio TAB, Steve and
wife Kate, operate Hawkins Media Solutions, a media and marketing business
in Queensland.
Gold Coast Turf Club Chairman, Hoss Heinrich believes Mr Hawkins is a
welcomed addition to the Board.
“The Club is pleased to have Steve as a Director and his wealth of
experience in the racing industry will be a strong asset for the Gold Coast.
Steve’s a talented caller, owner, breeder and business man. His presence on
the Board is held in high regard and we anticipate his contribution to be
significant,” said Mr Heinrich.
Hawkins bid for board began in 2007 when he accepted nomination and missed
out by a narrow margin.
With the recent resignation of Peter Lawlor a position on the Board became
available to the next in line.
Mr
Lawlor’s career as a Director of the Club spanned over 15 years however came
to an end just a few weeks ago due to electoral commitments.
The
State Member for Southport and longest-serving Board Member has seen the
Club develop over the years.
Turf Club CEO, John Cameron praised the efforts of Mr Lawlor and his
dedication to the course.
“Peter has played a vital role at the Club and will be missed by Board and
staff.” Mr Cameron said
“We
know that it’s not goodbye and hope to see him as a regular visitor of the
track,” he said.
Recent renovations and Board elections sees the Club looking to the future
in the coming weeks.
Gold Coast Turf Club Media Release
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