Broome fashionistas and racing fans brought style and spirit to the town’s Melbourne Cup celebrations on Tuesday, as local venues hosted lively luncheons to mark the big race. The iconic Roebuck Bay Hotel, Broome Closet, Broome Golf Club, and Spinifex Brewery were a few who threw open their doors and turned on their air conditioning to create vibrant settings where locals donned their finest frocks, fascinators, and suits. While punters cheered on their picks, the fashion stakes were just as fierce, with creative outfits turning heads across all venues.
The official winner of the 2024 Melbourne Cup was Knight’s Choice, followed by Warp Speed in second place and Okita Soushi in third..