Hawkesbury Race Club is pleased to announce the appointment of Lea Porteous as its new CEO, effective July 18, 2026. Lea brings more than 23 years of dedicated service to Hawkesbury Race Club. She has most recently served as Chief Operating Officer where has been responsible for finance, operations, racing administration, hospitality, and commercial activities including the Hawkesbury Race Club Motel. Lea will succeed current CEO James Heddo after his recent decision to step