Melbourne Cup coming to Orange, made from Cadia gold

For the first time, Australia's most famous horse racing prize is made of Colour City gold.

The 18-carat trophy for 2023 is sourced from Cadia gold mine. An estimated value of $600,000 is claimed.

It will be displayed at the facility from which it was mined on Monday as part of a national tour.

The cup has previously travelled to Orange, including in 2007.

Orange will be the last 2023 stop outside Victoria. The cup travels to several regional towns before arriving at Flemington Racecourse on November 6.

The Melbourne Cup will take place November 7.

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