Emma Booth and Zidane; Emma was the 2017 EA Domestic Athlete of the Year.

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EA are pleased to announce the winners of the 2017 Equestrian Australia Annual Awards.

The awards underwent a format change this year. The new process allowed EA Members to vote for the first time ever.

Whilst acknowledging top performing athletes and horses throughout 2017, we also recognise the extraordinary achievements and dedication of the many others who contribute to this amazing sport.

Equestrian Australia Chair Judy Fasher congratulated all recipients; 

“Equestrian Australia is proud of all our award winners. We understand the enormous effort that goes into winning these awards. We salute you.”

2017 Equestrian Australia Awards Winners

2017 EA LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

• Toni Venhaus

2017 EA GROOM OF THE YEAR AWARD

• Rachel Watts

2017 EA ADMINISTRATOR OF THE YEAR AWARD

• Kate Mackenzie

2017 EA EVENT OF THE YEAR AWARD Presented by Alinta Energy

• Saddleworld Melbourne International 3 Day Event (VIC)

2017 EA OFFICIAL OF THE YEAR AWARD Presented by Adina

• Maria Schwennesen

2017 EA COACH OF THE YEAR AWARD Presented by Horse & Country TV

• Sam Lyle

2017 EA VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR AWARD Presented by WeatherBeeta

• Paul Williams 

2017 EA CLUB OF THE YEAR AWARD Presented by Gow-Gates

• Hawkesbury Riding Club (NSW)

2017 EA OWNER OF THE YEAR AWARD Presented by Virgin Australia

• Kerrie & John Winning

2017 EA DOMESTIC ATHLETE OF THE YEAR AWARD Presented by RAM Trucks Australia

• Emma Booth

2017 EA INTERNATIONAL ATHLETE OF THE YEAR AWARD Presented by the Australian Institute of Sport

• Boyd Exell

Boyd Exell was awarded 2017 EA International Athlete of the Year.

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2017 EA DOMESTIC HORSE OF THE YEAR AWARD Presented by Pryde’s EasiFeed

• Yandoo Oaks Constellation

2017 EA INTERNATIONAL HORSE OF THE YEAR AWARD Presented by Equine International Air Freight

• Four-in-hand Team of Demi, Clinton Star, Banjnok, Conversano Poker and Costa 49

2017 YOUNG ATHLETE OF THE YEAR AWARD Presented by Horseland

• Gemma Tinney

For full profiles and details on all winners please go to: www.equestrian.org.au/news/2017-equestrian-australia-awards

Source: Equestrian Australia (EA) press release

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