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Melbourne Racing Club chairman John Kanga has sensationally resigned on the eve of the club’s Caulfield Cup carnival.
Kanga swept to power after a bitter boardroom takeover last September, during which he filed a motion to spill the board.
He was named chairman two weeks after the club’s annual general meeting.
Melbourne Racing Club chairman John Kanga.Credit: Eddie Jim
In a statement released by the MRC on Friday, Kanga said: “In recent weeks there has been a series of public attacks directed at me personally. While I completely reject the nature and accuracy of those attacks, I do not want them to distract from the club, its members, or the excitement of the Caulfield Cup carnival.
“My decision to step aside is about putting the interests of the club and the broader racing industry ahead of my own. The MRC is bigger than any one individual, and I want to ensure the focus remains where it belongs – on racing, our members, staff, and delivering a world-class Spring Carnival.”
In accepting Kanga’s resignation, the MRC committee confirmed vice chairman Cameron Fisher as his replacement.
In the club statement, acting CEO Tanya Fullarton also spoke about Kanga’s resignation.
“John’s decision to step aside reflects his deep respect for the club and its members,” she said.
“We thank him for his service and wish him all the very best for the future.
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