I'm having some trouble finding the dates for the first and closing acceptances in the Cox Plate, Melbourne Cup and Caufield Cup. Any help would be appreciated.

Now! There is someone who is keen to do his homework? LOL! Sorry I can't help you but I do admire your determination! I usually look at the field a couple of days before the race, and loose as usual. But then again I only bet for fun, so forgive the levity.
Good luck! Louis

Cox Plate details on web

Initial acceptances 12 noon (Melbourne time) 3 Aug 2004
Late entry 12 noon (Melbourne time) 10 Aug 2004
1st declaration 12 noon (Melbourne time) 7 Sep 2004
2nd declaration 12 noon (Melbourne time) 21 Sep 2004
3rd declaration 12 noon (Melbourne time) 5 Oct 2004
Final late entry 12 noon (Melbourne time) 18 Oct 2004
Final declaration 8.30am (Melbourne time) 19 Oct 2004

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