Ladbrokes Devonport Cup
Wed, January 7 - 12:00 PM
Celebrating the history, the people and the champions
Join us for the 2026 Ladbrokes Devonport Cup — a true highlight of Tasmania’s summer racing calendar and one of the most beloved events on the North West Coast. Held on Wednesday, 7 January 2026 at Ladbrokes Park Spreyton, the Devonport Cup combines top-class racing with community spirit, colour and excitement.
Watch Tasmania’s best thoroughbreds, trainers and jockeys battle it out for Cup glory as crowds line the famous Spreyton straight. It’s a day filled with celebration, fashion and entertainment — capturing everything that makes Tasmanian racing special.
We have something for everyone, with a range of race-day experiences to choose from:
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Clover Hill Cup Marquee – Experience premium trackside hospitality with gourmet Tasmanian food, flowing drinks, and live entertainment.
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Front Lawn Reserved Seating – Your own table, chairs and umbrella with unbeatable views of the home straight.
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Private Marquees – Enjoy a day of racing in your own exclusive marquee for up to 15 guests.
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Corporate Marquees – Host larger groups in a premium, trackside setting with food, drinks and entertainment.
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General Admission – Pack a picnic, explore the food vans, enjoy live music and Fashions on the Field, and be part of the Devonport Cup atmosphere.
Don’t miss Tasmania’s premier racing tradition — secure your tickets today.
FAQs
What does it cost to adopt a greyhound?
GAP Tasmania is a program administered by Tasmania’s Tri-Code Racing Authority – Tasracing. No profit is sought from any income derived from GAP Tasmania. The aim of charging fees is to help cover the administration costs of running the program.
An adoption fee of $300 (including GST from 1st February 2018) per dog assists GAP Tasmania cover the following costs in relation to preparing each greyhound for adoption:
Vaccination | Desexing | Microchipping | Worming | Flea Treatment | Teeth cleaning | Nail trimming | Health exam | Grooming | Temperament testing | Printed materials | Post-adoption support
All greyhounds are handed to their new owner with a new coat, a special collar that identifies him as a GAP Tasmania dog, a harness, matching leads and a muzzle.
If you adopt 2 previously fostered greyhounds at the same time the fee is reduced to $500 the pair.
If you are a non-fostered greyhound and elect to do the home introductions your self the adoption fee is $250 for one dog or $400 for two at the same time.
Are Greyhounds good with other dogs?
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What is the average size of a greyhound?
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Why do greyhounds make good pets?
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What happens if things don’t work out?
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Are greyhounds good with other animals?
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Are greyhounds good with children?
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What ages are available and how long do greyhounds live?
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Are the greyhounds for adoption house trained?
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Do greyhounds have to be muzzled in public?
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Do greyhounds require a lot of exercise?
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Do retired racing greyhounds adjust quickly to life as a pet?
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FAQs
What does it cost to adopt a greyhound?
GAP Tasmania is a program administered by Tasmania’s Tri-Code Racing Authority – Tasracing. No profit is sought from any income derived from GAP Tasmania. The aim of charging fees is to help cover the administration costs of running the program.
An adoption fee of $300 (including GST from 1st February 2018) per dog assists GAP Tasmania cover the following costs in relation to preparing each greyhound for adoption:
Vaccination | Desexing | Microchipping | Worming | Flea Treatment | Teeth cleaning | Nail trimming | Health exam | Grooming | Temperament testing | Printed materials | Post-adoption support
All greyhounds are handed to their new owner with a new coat, a special collar that identifies him as a GAP Tasmania dog, a harness, matching leads and a muzzle.
If you adopt 2 previously fostered greyhounds at the same time the fee is reduced to $500 the pair.
If you are a non-fostered greyhound and elect to do the home introductions your self the adoption fee is $250 for one dog or $400 for two at the same time.
Are Greyhounds good with other dogs?
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What is the average size of a greyhound?
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Why do greyhounds make good pets?
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What happens if things don’t work out?
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Are greyhounds good with other animals?
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Are greyhounds good with children?
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What ages are available and how long do greyhounds live?
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Are the greyhounds for adoption house trained?
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Do greyhounds have to be muzzled in public?
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Do greyhounds require a lot of exercise?
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Do retired racing greyhounds adjust quickly to life as a pet?
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