Originally Posted by
lionheart 
Hey, and welcome! Oh yes, Melbourne Cup is always about flowing champange or beers or some alcoholic beverage! And yes, NYE too! I soooo understand...Aussies find any reason to bring out the drinks and I was the best one for finding an excuse!
Oh yes, in another state but def making a move for change!!
Melbourne Cup is the one that the entire country comes to a stop to watch or listen to the race, right?? The Kentucky Derby is big here, but nothing like that. I remember when I was in school over there, even classes stopped so everyone could listen to the race, that is if I have the right one!!