Contributed by Scott Wassman
THE Maleny Rotary Annual Golf Day was once again a highlight on the community calendar, with nineteen enthusiastic foursomes taking to the course for an 18-hole Ambrose round in support of two meaningful causes, Orange Sky and Humanitarian Aid to Ukraine.
The Maleny Golf Club course was in magnificent condition, thanks to the tireless work of the Grounds Staff who presented beautifully kept fairways, smooth greens, and even well-groomed bunkers. Players were well-fuelled throughout the day, starting with expertly cooked bacon and egg rolls for breakfast, followed by Maleny Rotary’s much-loved hamburgers and homemade slices to keep spirits high.
This year’s event saw an exceptional level of sponsorship, with over thirty local businesses donating prizes and raffle items. Whether by skill on the course or a stroke of raffle luck, there were plenty of opportunities for participants to head home with a smile.
The day’s winning team, “The Fintangs”; Klay, Matt, Garth and Michael took out top honours with an impressive score of 48.5. More than $8,000 was raised, to be shared equally between Orange Sky and Ukrainian humanitarian support delivered through Rotary Clubs in Poland and Ukraine.
With each year growing stronger, plans are already underway to make next year’s Golf Day even bigger and better.