1980 - Beckley Park
The Trotting Club moved to Beckley Park in 1978, and greyhound racing followed on March 7, 1980, with state-of-the-art facilities costing $650,000.
Opening night highlights:
• The top greyhound Tempix dominated the 457m U-shaped circuit.
Marketing and promotions brought high-profile entertainers to attract crowds.
• Club chairmen at Beckley Park included Steve McKee, Jack Howard, Wendy Pearl, and Max Scott.
In 1997, a $250,000 grandstand upgrade introduced fully sheltered, carpeted viewing areas. Geelong became the home track for leading trainers like Graeme Bate, Allan Britton, and Tom Dailly.
2008 - The Beckley Centre
The Beckley Centre marked a new era for greyhound racing in Geelong. This redevelopment cemented Geelong Greyhound Racing Club as a leader in the sport and Geelong as a hub for greyhound racing in Australia.
Upgrades included:
• A $1.2 million kennel and administrative facility.
• An $8 million redevelopment of the grandstand, restaurant, bar, and TAB facilities.
• A newly configured two-track complex for both country and city racing configurations.