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Post by TimSOZ on Mar 3, 2015 16:24:54 GMT 12
The NZ Speedway Awards are the premier event of the off-season, and nominations are now open for the 2015 ceremony. They are a celebration of speedway’s success from throughout the country, and there are three ways you can get involved to make this year the best ever. Nominate: We want a record number of nominations to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the awards, so there’s a $500 ferry voucher up for grabs. To be in the draw simply nominate someone in any of the categories and you’re in to win. Sponsor: There are 43 categories, and by sponsoring a trophy you are automatically in the draw to become the naming rights sponsor for the entire event. Wellington Family Speedway won the draw last year, it could be you or your business in 2015. We’d like to make this draw on April 1 so the winner gets maximum exposure for their investment. Contact the SNZ Office if you are interested. Come Along: Tickets will be on sale soon, with the awards dinner on Saturday 13 June at the all-new Shed 6 Events Centre on the Wellington waterfront. You can nominate deserving competitors, tracks and individuals here:- www.speedway.co.nz/awardsCheers, Tim |
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Post by sabbath on Mar 4, 2015 0:33:12 GMT 12
Hi there is there a award for most diserving sponser to a speedway club/clubs
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Post by Murray Guy (Grandad) on Mar 6, 2015 21:16:05 GMT 12
Hi there is there a award for most diserving sponser to a speedway club/clubs
Have a look, but doesn't appear to be.
In fact, there's nothing that really acknowledges sponsors.
Going through the list there really are a few categories that could be culled or rotated on a bi-annual basis, although that would impact on attendee numbers.
What category could I nominate posthumously Rex Pollock, having in my lifetime of speedway contributed selflessly over 40 years as a sponsor, supporter ...
2015 New Zealand Speedway Awards
The 2015 New Zealand Speedway Awards will be a celebration of the 2014/15 season. The awards encompass all aspects of speedway, and celebrate high achievement both on and off the track.
This year the awards will be held at the brand new Shed 6 events centre on the Wellington waterfront on Saturday June 13. This is a bigger venue that’s able to accommodate up to 500 guests, and to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the awards we’re going all out to make it the best one yet.
Now is the time to get your nominations in for the 40+ award categories, and to help you along we’ve got a $500 inter-island ferry voucher up for grabs. Send in a nomination and you’re in the draw for this fantastic prize courtesy of Cook Strait Crossings.
Most of the awards are similar to last year, with a change to the nomination criteria in one category and one new award. They are as follows:
Rookie of the Year: All drivers having their debut season in one of the 12 national classes are now eligible, even if they’ve raced Youth or Regional classes in the past.
New Category - Innovation of the Year: This is a way to recognise those in the speedway community who are stretching the envelope. It could be a technical advancement, a promotional idea or anything new that continues to move the sport forward.
Nominations close on Wednesday April 22, and all supporting information must be submitted to Speedway NZ by that date.
Media & Promotional Awards
Best National Media Support - Nominate
For a national newspaper, radio, TV network which makes the best effort to support Speedway in New Zealand.
Best Local Media Support - Nominate
For local newspapers, radio stations and local community broadcasters which makes the best effort to support Speedway in their community.
Written Article of the Year - Nominate
For the best single written article published in a newspaper, website or souvenir programme etc.
Race Meeting Production of the Year - Nominate
For the best Video/DVD/TV/Internet Production. To include the full race meeting or programme and not just a segment.
To have been produced prior to 22 April 2015.
Track Website of the Year - Nominate
For the most informative track website.
Speedway Website of the Year - Nominate
For the most informative speedway website.
Note: Only websites operating as at 1 September 2014 to be eligible for nomination.
Speedway Poster of the Year - Nominate
Speedway T-Shirt of the Year - Nominate
Promotional Item of the Year - Nominate
Individual Awards
Speedway Commentator of the Year - Nominate
For the most entertaining and accurately informative track announcer (one person, not a commentary team).
Speedway Photographer of the Year - Nominate
The photographer who has excelled via their camera work during the 2014/15 season.
1.One Portfolio of 6 photos, minimum photo size = 6x8, maximum size = A4.
2.Explanatory captions to accompany photos explaining who and what the photo is about.
3.The 6 photos and captions have to be done in such a way they can be removed from any folder (if provided) and placed on display.
4.Please advise of any copyrights that may exist for any future use of photos provided in your portfolio.
5.When submitting the portfolio please provide a self-addressed envelope if you want the portfolio to be returned.
6.Electronic submissions are also acceptable, provided they meet conditions 1, 2 and 4 above.
Photo of the Year
For the best single speedway photo taken during the 2014/15 season.
Note: The photo of the year will be selected from the entrants of Speedway Photographer portfolio (above). This does not have to come from the winning portfolio.
Speedway Official of the Year - Nominate
Covers all Speedway NZ Officials (Referees, Stewards, Scrutineers, Senior Referees, Stipendiary Stewards and Technical Stewards).
Innovation of the Year - Nominate
Technical advancement, promotional idea or anything new that continues to move the sport forward.
Contribution to Speedway - Nominate
For an individual who has contributed the most to Speedway
Jake Pulman Award of Excellence
This is nominated, judged and awarded by the SNZ Board.
Track Awards
National Event of the Year - Nominate
This includes all Speedway NZ Allocated titles only (NZ, GP, NI, SI). Teams events are now included in the category below.
Promotional Event of the Year - Nominate
Any race meeting other than Speedway NZ allocated titles (now includes teams events).
National Event Programme of the Year - Nominate
This includes all Speedway NZ Allocated titles only (NZ, GP, NI, SI). Teams events are now included in the category below.
Promotional Event Programme of the Year - Nominate
Any race meeting other than Speedway NZ allocated titles (now includes teams events).
Most Improved Speedway of the Year - Nominate
Criteria includes: competitor growth, facility improvement, race meeting quality, field sizes etc.
Speedway of the Year: Private Promoted Venue - Nominate
For the venue that makes the best effort to promote Speedway.
Speedway of the Year: Club Promoted Venue - Nominate
For the venue that makes the best effort to promote Speedway.
Competitor Awards
Best Presented Racing Team - Nominate
For a MULTI car team that is best presented including race vehicles, drivers and crews.
Best Presented Speedway Vehicle - Nominate
For a SINGLE speedway vehicle that is well-presented. This category no longer includes the presentation of the crew or tow vehicle.
Rookie of the Year - Nominate
For the best first season driver to a National Speedway class as of 1/9/2014. Competitors may have previously raced in youth, regional or local classes, but not other national classes.
Competitor of the Year: Regional Classes - Nominate
• Production Saloons • Adult Ministocks • Youth Ministocks
• Modified Sprints • Quarter Midgets • Junior Solos
Achievements to be considered from the 2014/15 season include: national & regional success, team participation, car presentation, value to promotions nationally, commitment to sponsors, time spent at working bees etc.
Required: A maximum of one A4 page of information about the competitor relating to the criteria above, but not limited to it.
Competitor of the Year: National Classes - Nominate
• Superstocks • Stockcars • Sidecars
• Solos • Sprintcars • Modifieds
• TQ Midgets • Midgets • Streetstocks
• Super Saloons • Minisprints • Saloons
Achievements to be considered from the 2014/15 season include: national & regional success, team participation, car presentation, value to promotions nationally, commitment to sponsors, time spent at working bees etc.
Required: A maximum of one A4 page of information about the competitor’s achievements.
Overall Sportsperson of the Year - Nominate
For the driver who has not only achieved accolades but who has helped fellow competitors, Speedway in general, contributed to their Club and overall true sports person. The category is judged by the Speedway NZ Board and the trophy is presented by Speedway NZ.
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Post by percy on Mar 6, 2015 21:24:31 GMT 12
Rex Pollock would be an ideal nomination for the "Contribution to Speedway" category
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Post by Deleted on Mar 7, 2015 13:22:48 GMT 12
Rex Pollock would be an ideal nomination for the "Contribution to Speedway" category A couple of issues there. This is in no way a slight on the huge contribution Mr Pollock gave to Bay Of Plenty Speedway over many many years, but this would be for a contribution at national level and for the last (current) season only would it not ? I would've have thought it more appropriate that BOP Speedway Club honour Mr Pollock for the many years of great service. |
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Post by BarryB on Mar 7, 2015 23:17:17 GMT 12
I think any teams meeting you visit anywhere in the country owes a debt of gratitude to Rex Pollock.
Barry B
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Post by Murray Guy (Grandad) on Mar 8, 2015 7:10:16 GMT 12
Most nominations are only relevant to a specific track.Few have contributed to the sport nationwide to the benefit of the spectator base and competitors.
The point raised is our failure as a sport (perhaps) to go out of our way to applaud and encourage sponsors.
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Post by matthew7 on Mar 9, 2015 19:12:59 GMT 12
Any info on what time starting and finish or cost thanks
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Post by TimSOZ on Mar 12, 2015 9:43:54 GMT 12
Just finalising the details on the meal etc, so that we can get ticket sales underway. Start time will be around 7pm. Incidentally the Best Sponsor to Speedway category was a part of the awards in the 1990's, but was ended before my time. Some of the old hands may know why that was. Nominations are rolling in nicely and will receive another boost now the March newsletter is out with more details. www.speedway.co.nz/pdf/Directors%20Meetings/SNZ%20Update%20-%20March%202015.pdf |
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