Trots queen appointed honour

Harness Racing Victoria (HRV)

Kerryn Manning’s outstanding on-track achievements and leadership have been celebrated with the Great Western harness racing icon appointed a Member in the General Division of the Order of Australia (AM).

The King’s Birthday honour recognises Manning’s trailblazing trots career, which started in 1992 and includes peerless achievements as a trainer and driver.

The honour also celebrated Manning’s role as a Team Teal ambassador, helping to raise awareness and money for WomenCan ovarian cancer research.

“(It came) out of the blue,” Manning told RSN 927. “Nothing I ever expected to be nominated for or receive, it’s a pretty nice honour to have.”
The 47-year-old said the announcement had prompted an outpouring of support.

“I’ve had a lot of messages and texts and calls, it’s just lovely to have the support of everybody who has reached out to say congratulations,” Manning said.

“It’s pretty surreal to be doing something you love and get such an award.”