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It’s that first Tuesday in November

WHILE some made their way to Flemington to watch the fine fillies – and the horses – others headed to their local pub to place a bet and share the exciting atmosphere that is Melbourne Cup Day.
Gazette photographer Luke Plummer made his way to what used to be known as Racers, the Cardinia Club, to get in on the spirit.

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