Kilmore Racing Club has progressed with the latest stage of its barn build as crews completed the second component of the roof stage.
Four large cranes last Wednesday worked to lift the second barn’s constructed roof and attached pillars into place, an unorthodox process that streamlined the installation process.
The successful construction now means both barns have their roofs in place and attention can shift to flooring and beginning the installation of prefabricated walls and interior structures.
Kilmore Racing Club asset and infrastructure manager Shaun Loader said the day had progressed smoothly.
“[Kyneton Crane Hire] have done a great job having the four guys there, and the guys on the ground are very experienced in what they do,” he said.
“Safety is a very big issue in this industry so we’re making sure that’s the number one priority, but we’re very happy with how it’s progressed today.”
The project is currently on schedule and is expected to be completed by June, weather permitting.
The new barn will feature a trainer’s room, an indoor parade ring for the Kilmore Pony Club, and modernised tie-up stalls, all while using foundations that were left behind after the old tie-up stalls were demolished.
“We’re hoping that it’ll bring a lot more interest to the racing fraternity, maybe weekend horse racing or more night racing and a higher class of horse racing, as well more involvement from the community,” Mr Loader said.
“It’ll be good for trainers and the like; we expect it’s going to be a win-win all around for the community.”
The project has been supported by the State Government’s Victorian Racing Infrastructure Fund.
