The 6th annual Taranaki Racing Awards were held last evening in the La Mer Lounge at Pukekura Raceway
The recently retired Kawi was a clear crowd favourite, and with four wins allowed ample opportunity for his many owners to honour him.
A change of format, and some new categories saw the event well attended.
A full list of the winners is below
Ride Of The Year at Pukekura Raceway – Rosie Myers
Most Wins By Any Trainer at Pukekura Raceway (2017–2018) - Murray Baker and Andrew Forsman
Most Wins By A Taranaki Trainer at Pukekura Raceway (2017–2018) – Allan Sharrock
Most Wins By A Jockey at Pukekura Raceway (2017–2018) – Masa Tanaka
People’s Choice Award Horse – Kawi
Local Performance Of The Year - Kawi
2 year old Horse of the Year - London Express
3 year old Horse of the Year - Blanco Belle
Sprinter/Miler Horse of the Year – Kawi
Stayer Horse of the Year - Ladies First
Winter Galloper/Jumper Horse of the Year – Rosewood
Taranaki Racing Horse Of The Year 2018 - Kawi
Owners Of The Year
Craig Thorburn
Roy Daniels
Outstanding Supporter Award
Paul Spiers
Andrew Castles
Stephen Parkes
Three horse were also formally inducted into the Taranaki Racing Legends Lounge
La Mer
Rough Habit
Shez Sinsational
Congratulations to all the winners.