New Te Akau NZ Appointment

Te Akau Racing has announced that well-known racing identity Paul Richards will join its New Zealand stable in June as the team takes shape for the new season.

A highly successful jockey who rode 1073 winners in New Zealand, and more recently a Class A trainer himself, Paul is a highly respected industry figure who will bring a lifetime of experience and knowledge to his new position.

Te Akau Principal David Ellis confirmed the appointment today, saying:

“We are thrilled that Paul is joining the Te Akau team.  Te Akau intends to target all the major racing carnivals in Australia as well as New Zealand and Paul will assume the role of travelling foreman.  The calibre of bloodstock that we have in the stable for the new season is formidable and we cannot wait for the season to get underway.

“Paul is also very skilled in dealing with young people and, with his many successful years in the saddle, he will also be concentrating on guiding and developing our Te Akau apprentices.  This too is an area where he has excelled.

“We are delighted with this news and warmly welcome Paul and his wife Leanne to both Matamata and to the Te Akau team.”