The Leonora Race Club advises there is a $1000 bonus on offer for leading trainer this weekend.

Trainers must have runners across the Saturday and Monday meetings to be eligible.

The two main features are the Saracen Mineral Holdings Handicap and the Independence Group/Jabiru Metals Handicap, both races attracting $10,000 in prize money.

Thoroughbred racing forms a central component to the Leonora Golden Gift, a significant regional event that is supported through tourism Western Australia.

This exciting feature event features Australia’s richest mile running race along Leonora’s iconic main street, as well as a free community concert and street entertainment for the whole family.

Now in its 11th year, the Golden Gift forms an important part of Leonora’s events calendar, promotes a sense of community pride and adds vibrancy to the region.