The Ford New Zealand Rural Sports Awards 2024 finalists have been unveiled.
The awards are to take place at the Awapuni Racing Centre on Friday, March 8 during the weekend of the Ford Ranger New Zealand Rural Games.
The event is a celebration of the indomitable spirit and excellence present within the rural sports community, Ford NZ managing director Simon Rutherford said.
He said the awards provided a platform to recognise the talent and dedication of athletes who embodied “the true essence of rural New Zealand”.
“These finalists represent the pinnacle of excellence in their respective sports, embodying the values of dedication, perseverance and sportsmanship that define rural New Zealand.”