The New Zealand Racing Hall of Fame was established in 2003 with the inaugural event announcing the first of our inductees held in 2006.
Since then 103 horses and people have been inducted to the New Zealand Racing Hall of Fame. Each inductee is celebrated with a short video clip detailing their story and success. These can be viewed on our Inductee Videos page.
Every two years, a new group of inductees are announced and celebrated at an induction dinner event. Our next dinner will be held in 2027.
Objectives
- To recognise and honour those whose achievements have enriched the New Zealand thoroughbred industry.
- To increase national and international interest and participation in New Zealand racing.
- To develop a prestigious event that has unique appeal to the general public as well as racing enthusiasts.
- To enhance the image and brand of the New Zealand Racing Hall of Fame event.
- Inductees are chosen from right across New Zealand thoroughbred history, in two categories, Horses and People.
- The selection panel comprised journalists, historians and industry professionals.
Selection Criteria
Inductees are chosen from across New Zealand's thoroughbred history and industry in two categories:
Horses, and People
The Selection Committee - made up of recognised journalists, historians, and industry professionals - use set criteria to prioritise and select outstanding contributions to New Zealand thoroughbred racing that now need to be recognised.
Board Members
Inaugural Chairman
Gerald Fell MNZM - Taupo
Chairperson
Cherry Taylor - Cambridge
Executive Officer
Michelle Brock - Cambridge
Current Directors
Steve Davis - Cambridge
Paul Moroney - Matamata
Allan Fenwick ONZM - Marton
Mark Chitty - South Auckland
Chris Doak - Hamilton
Craig Baker - Auckland
