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Big sporting dreams don’t always begin in big stadiums. For young Whitsunday netballer Zara Morrison, they began on local courts, playing the sport she loves and steadily challenging herself to take the next step. Zara has been playing netball since 2019, beginning in Sarina where she represented both club and representative teams until her family moved to the Whitsundays in 2024. She continued her development with the Whitsunday Netball Association and enjoyed a standout 2025 season when the WNA team competed in Mackay Netball Association competitions. The team went on to win the premiership, with Zara also recognised as Best and Fairest for her division. But rather than staying in her comfort zone, this year Zara decided she wanted to test herself at another level. She trialled for the Mackay Monarchs representative program and earned selection, while also juggling club netball in Mackay and the ladies season back home in the Whitsundays, where she was voted Players’ Player for her team. Her development hasn’t been limited to playing either. Zara has worked hard on her umpiring and this year achieved her C Badge at a Queensland state event, adding another dimension to her involvement in the sport. Her next goal is to continue improving within the Mackay representative pathway and work towards selection in State Titles teams over the next two years. Whitsunday Regional Council Mayor Ry Collins said Zara’s story was another example of the talented young athletes developing across the region. “Zara has already achieved plenty, but what stands out is that she keeps looking for the next challenge and putting herself outside her comfort zone,” Mayor Collins said. “That willingness to have a crack, work hard and keep improving is exactly what our Home Grown campaign is about. “We want our young people to see that coming from a regional community doesn’t put a limit on how big you can dream.” While netball is not currently part of the Olympic program, there is hope within the sport that it could feature at a future Games, including Brisbane 2032. Mayor Collins said that possibility added another exciting dimension for young regional netballers growing up with a home Games on the horizon. “We don’t know what the Brisbane 2032 sporting program will ultimately look like, but how exciting would it be for young netballers across Queensland if their sport was part of it,” he said. “For us, 2032 is bigger than the few weeks of Olympic and Paralympic competition. “The opportunity is to use the Games to get more young people involved in sport, improve facilities and pathways and show kids across the Whitsundays what is possible. “Whether Zara’s journey ultimately takes her to State level, national competition or somewhere she hasn’t even imagined yet, she is already showing that big sporting ambitions can start right here at home.” Zara Morrison joins Council’s Home Grown: Future Olympians campaign celebrating young Whitsunday athletes, their families, coaches, clubs and volunteers who help turn sporting ambitions into opportunities. Because big sporting dreams don’t have to start on the Olympic stage. They can start right here in the Whitsundays.
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Tuesday’s social bowls winners were Stumpy Adams, Skin Querro and Kevin Jewell, who defeated Neale Chittenden, Deb Retchless and Pat Tracey. The jackpot didn’t go off. The Mixed Fours final is on Saturday at 2pm, with Allan Rolfe, Penny Warren, Denise Wallace and Teresa Willshire facing Laurie Land, Deb Retchless, Linda Scells and Lindy Suann. Sunday saw Lindy Suann, Isobel Wheeler and Greg Colquhoun narrowly defeat Skin Querro, Sue Shearing and Pat Tracey. In another nail-biter, Gavin Charles and Fely Duncan defeated Jim Quod and Allan Rolfe. Alby Vigar, Neale Chittenden and Stuart Jeal defeated Bill Myers, Deb Retchless and Kevin Jewell. The jackpot remained unclaimed. This Sunday’s special afternoon tea celebrates our 70th anniversary. Please add your name to the sheet on the outside board if attending. Contributed with thanks to Penny Warren. Photo caption: Alby Vigar, Isobel Wheeler, Neale Chittenden and Lindy Suann. Photo supplied: Penny Warren *This photo needs to be align at the top of the split quarter page editorial, with the Wangarratta bowls Proserpine Sizzles Through Close Finishes It may still be spring, but summer feels close. Wednesday saw Alen Sanderson and Philip Brown defeat Arthur Griffith and Henny Tattam 10–2. Bruce Uhe and Sandy Daffara beat Graham Thropp and Mike Harrison 13–8. Graham and Mike then defeated Alen and Philip 14–4, while Bruce and Sandy beat Arthur and Henny 24–4. Sunday brought two close wins for Henny Tattam, Arthur Griffith and Sandy Daffara over Bruce Uhe, Trevor Parsons and Philip Brown, finishing 11–9 and 10–9. Contributed with thanks to Proserpine Bowls Club.
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Contributed with thanks by John Roser. Jan Shuwalow and Craig McLean kept their October Monthly Medal rounds on track despite tight lies on the drying course. Shuwalow led the ladies with 64 nett, ahead of Robyn Whitham on 67. Anna Winterbourn also returned 67, followed by Paula McQuat on 69, Elspeth Scotford, Jacqui Wall and Kath Borer on 70, and Leanne Alexander on 71. McLean carded 65 nett, with Andrew Albergo runner-up on 68. Visitor David Kercheval also returned 68, Don Hope and John Oates 69, Peter Lindsay 70, Gary Scotford and Trevor Paroz 71, and John Strelec and Harro 72. McLean’s putter behaved, earning least-putts honours with 27. McQuat, Beryl Nosworthy and Whitham shared the ladies’ honours with 29. Tina Badenhorst claimed all three ladies’ A Grade pin shots, with Whitham and Allison McCarthy taking B Grade honours. Harro took two men’s A Grade pin shots and Gerald Lovell the other. Hope, Lindsay and Strelec claimed B Grade honours. Chip-ins came from Wall, Whitham, Borer, Tessa Aitken, Nosworthy, Scotford, Harro, Lindsay, Neil Cawthorne and Robert Sherwood. McCarthy and Barry Shuwalow received a ball each for the NAGAs. McLean also won the membership draw, while Vic Feldman won the raffle. Stableford was next on the calendar for October 13 Photo caption: Winners of the Oct Monthly Medal, Craig McLean and Jan Shuwalow. Photo supplied: John Roser
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After last weekend’s fantastic Men’s Fours carnival, this week the honours go to two of the most talented women in our little club, Vicki Spann and Joan McGrath, who each took out four titles. Firstly, Vicki’s brilliance was on display with a magnificent Ladies A Grade Singles performance, winning 25–9 over her nemesis Joan. It was Joan who teamed with Carol Crosbie to easily win the Ladies A Grade Pairs. The Ladies A Grade Fours went to Lyn Graham at lead, Vicki at second, Ladda Purdie at third and Joan skipping this talented team to victory. The Mixed Fours went to Vicki at lead, Joan at second, Harrison Quod at third and Shane Spann at skipper. The Ladies A Grade Triples went to Vicki at lead, Wendy Pomeroy at second and Joan skipping. We will now see how these two talented ladies go in the Champion of Champions events. Tuesday’s ladies social bowls was run brilliantly by Dawn Dowell, with the winning team being skipper Tony Whitehorn, lead little Ronnie W and second Dawn. There were also 26 bowlers vying for first prize, with skipper Rick Galea and pairs partner Graham Bradley taking home the winners’ prize. Finally, Sunday afternoon’s social bowls, well organised by assistant club manager Ruby Butler, saw skipper Warren Mills, Sue Dakin at second and visiting lead John McAdam, from Victoria’s Mulgrave Country Club, claim a close victory. Contributed with thanks to Mark Mawson. Photo caption: Joan McGrath with Wendy Pomeroy and Vicki Spann on winning the Ladies A Triples Championship. Photo supplied: Mark Mawson
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Things are now back to normal at the club, after the Barrier Reef Congress last weekend.
We would like to thank all our sponsors who supported us to put on the Barrier Reef Congress - Mackay Regional Council, Dalrymple Bay, TBIB, Paul Lavings, North Marine, SH Tait & Co, Officeworks, Mackay and Whitsunday Life newspaper and Mackay Tourism.
Friend of the club, Maria Setiyawan headed back to Brisbane after lots of bridge, laughter and catching up with old friends at the bridge table on her trip.
Despite adversaries at the table, many great friendships can be made playing bridge. The club is friendly and encouraging of players new to the game and the Mackay area.
Weekly Results
Tuesday Evening 7 May 2024 – 6 Table Mitchell Green Points
N/S
E/W
1st
Faith Hutchinson / Shirley Casey
1st
Terrence Sheedy / Maria Setiyawan
2nd
Mick King / Richard Wix
2nd
Diane Morgan / Sandra Morris
3rd
Annette Howe / Vicki Howard
3rd
Errol Morris / Lyn O’Neill
Wednesday 8 May 2024 – 8 Table Mitchell Green Points
N/S
E/W
1st
Janelle Conroy / Noel Bugeia
1st
David Ting / Ming Ting
2nd
Peter Karol / Joanne Crockford
2nd
Diane Stokes / Geoff Cowan
3rd
Joy Brunette / Don Poole
3rd
Terrence Sheedy / Griffin Bancroft
4th
Frances Brown / Maria Setiyawan
4th
Shelley Lewis / Karen Cadwell
Thursday 9 May 2024 – 4 Table One Winner Green Points
1st
Ken Seaniger / Robert Carless
2nd
Mick King / Patricia Garner
3rd
Marilyn Wilson-Nicol / Griffin Bancroft
4th
Ann Whitmore / Richard Wix
Friday 10 May 2024 – Week 9 of 24 Nation Wide Pairs – 9 Table Mitchell Green Points
N/S
E/W
1st
Joy Brunette / Don Poole
1st
Richard Wix / Janine Rodgers
2nd
Terrence Sheedy / Noel Bugeia
2nd
Christine Nice / Maria Setiyawan
3rd
Griffin Bancroft / Mick King
3rd
Julie O’Neill / Ann Whitmore
4th
Edward Kliese / Nancy Wix
4th
Janelle Conroy / Pamela Finger
Saturday 11 May 2024 – 10 Table Mitchell Green Points
N/S
E/W
1st
Ming Ting / David Ting
1st
Janet Hansen / Diane Morgan
2nd
Alan Brown / Frances Brown
2nd
Mick King / Julie O’Neill
3rd
Sandra Morris / Ann Whitmore
3rd
Margaret Lane / Anne Lutz
4th
Edward Kliese / Nancy Wix
4th
Janelle Conroy / Robert Carless
Mackay Bridge players relaxing after a competitive day of bridge. Image supplied
Mackay Rowing Club is basking in the glow of success as its members make waves at the National Rowing Championships in Tasmania. With a display of skill and determination, four of the club's athletes have given it their all at the prestigious Lake Barrington International Rowing Course. Richard McGrath, Therese Clancy, Jane Deguara, and Michael Wolhfahrt demonstrated exceptional teamwork and prowess as they powered through the waters.
Teaming up with Pinerivers Rowing Club, Mackay's rowers secured a victory in the Ladies G quad event, claiming the coveted gold medal.
In the Ladies G Double event, they clinched the silver medal, showcasing their versatility and skill, and in the Women's F Double event, they seized another gold medal with Riverway Rowing Club, the ladies reaffirming their dominance on the water.
But the accolades don't end there. Mackay Rowing Club had another reason to celebrate, as Therese Clancy emerged as a National Masters Rowing Champion. With a stellar performance in the Ladies Lightweight G Single event, Clancy clinched the gold medal, further solidifying her status as a formidable force in masters rowing.
This triumphant journey follows the club's remarkable success at the State Masters Championships at Lake Wyaralong, where the quartet amassed an impressive tally of 18 medals. With each stroke and each race, Mackay Rowing Club continues to raise the bar and showcase the strength and talent of its athletes.
National Masters Rowing Champion 2024 Ladies Light Weight G Single, Therese Clancy
Therese (Mackay) and Jackie (Riverway) win gold in the Women’s F Double
Therese and Jane from Mackay win silver in the Ladies G Double
Mackay and Pinerivers joined forces to win gold in the Ladies G Quad
State Championships silver medal, Men's Master E Quad, Mackay and Tablelands, Locklan, Mick, Richard, Doug
The Mackay rowing squad at the State Championships, winning 18 medals between them. Photos supplied
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Mackay Table Tennis Tuesday night fixture results May 7, 2024:
Division 1:
Orange (Donna Abbott, Janice Kent, Geoff Denman) d Green (Lily Boland, Robbie Richards) 7-4. Donna d Robbie -9, 6, -10, 10, 9.
Brown (Andrea Nicholson, Barry Patterson, Vince Boeske) d Purple (Emma Widdup, Tony Bowman, Duncan Treloar) 8-3. Barry d Emma -9, 8, -5, 10, 8.
White (Andrew McHugh, Neil Brown, Mark Sleeman) d Blue (Will VanDeKaa, Steven Whiting, Lee Brake) 7-4. Steven d Neil 13, 5, -7, -3, 10.
Black (Goncalo Serra, Ishan Rana, Allan Robins) d Red (George Camilleri, Jason Hodda, Graeme Walker) 9-2. Ishan d George -13, -10, 7, 9, 9.
Division 2:
Gold (Geoff Cowan, Rohit Bansod, Ollie Hamelink) d Rose (Nehmat Dhaliwal, Niro, David Symons) d 6-5. Nehmat d Ollie -8, -5, 10, 13, 8.
Cyan (Matt West, Trent Day, Leonie Patroni) d Tan (Ishara, Jye Callander, Rymer Tabulo) 7-4. Trent d Jye 9, -6, -7, 8, 7.
Aqua (Delma Knight, YiLin Jiang, Tiffany Camilleri) d Lime (Anaya Reelh, Simon Hogan, Daniel Warfield) 7-4. Tiffany d Anaya 10, -10, 2, -8, 9.
Grey (Doug Dungavell, Adrian Marsh, Kade Wright) d Teal (Craig VanDeKaa, Peter Goodson, Aarnav Reelh) 7-4. Aarnav d Kade 9, -9, -7, 9, 4.
Mackay Table Tennis Tuesday morning fixtures May 7, 2024:
Division 1:
Owls (Branko Vucurovic, Steve Mathieson, Coral Morgan) d Egrets (Donna Abbott, Peter Goodson, Kevin Abbott) 7-5. Donna d Steve -9, 4, 7, -12, 7.
Ibis (Tony Bowman, Andrea Nicholson, Judy Zahn) d Plovers (Delma Knight, Doug Dungavell, Bryan Marshall) 10-2. Andrea d Doug -9, -9, 8, 7, 9.
Hawks (George Camilleri, Pam Joyce, John McGee) d Parrots (Janice Kent, Charlie Payne, Marie Taylor) 8-4. George d Charlie -4, 8, -6, 9, 9.
Division 2:
Cockatoos (Kim Challender, Veronica Shepherd, Gloria Vella) drew Pelicans (Judi Hicks, Robyn Bushell, Frank Caruana) 6-all. Judi d Veronica -11, 8, 11, 13, 11.
Doves (Louise Gould, Iris Grasso, Fred Saliba) d Magpies (Ken Best, John Hamelink, Kim Daffy) 8-4. Fred d Kim -12, -7, 10, 5, 5.
Division 3:
Lobster (Cheryl Pearson, Bill Hey, Thelma Caruana) d Prawn (Madge Saunders, Glenda Brookes, Glenda Dutton) 7-5. Glenda d Bill 7, -4, 5, -6, 10.
Crab (Pam Keune, Myles Dutton, Josie Davis) d Squid (Sharon Muller, Cheryl Aprato) 9-3. Pam/Josie d Sharon/Cheryl -6, 8, 13, 5.
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Looping Lily Wins Trio Of Titles In Townsville
Mackay players came home with outstanding results from the Townsville Open table tennis championships.
Emma Widdup and her daughter Lily Boland led the way with five titles between them, while young Remy Zhan won a title in his first tournament.
Emma won the women's open singles and the over 50 women's, while Lily won the 1100 singles, U19 and U17 girls.
Contributed by Charlie Payne
Mackay’s Lily Boland in action at Townsville, where she won three titles
Wednesday afternoon Jackpot bowls saw a good roll up with some great games being played with Tony Whitehorn’s team leading Lu Rogan and second Rick Galea run away winners from the rest of the field, however the Jackpot never went off .
Friday Morning the Endeavour Foundation disabled group came for their bowls lesson and showed that with practice they could represent our area in the disability games October 2025.
Saturday morning Scroungers saw Russell Jackson, Eric Barnard and Arthur McManus first round winners, with Eric Barnard in hot form and the big winner of the day.
Contributed with thanks to Mark Mawson
Sunday Social: Ray, Ross and Kirky defeated Marion, Rob and Jane. Sue, Andy and Gavin defeated Allen, Dave and Steve. Jack, Wendy and Lloyd drew with Ron, Daryl and Jeff. Team Gus defeated Team Lloyd.
Wednesday Social: Eddy, Gordo and Jeff defeated Brit, Sue and Jason. I.Thatcher, R.Muir and K.Jewell drew with M.Tuttle, J.Gilbert and M.Wright. Dave and Gus defeated Ron and Steve.
Ladies B Singles: Tiarna Winter defeated Tracey Roach.
Ladies A Singles: Lou Fordham defeated Helen Jacobsen.
Contributed with thanks to Joan Edwards.
Helen J. Tracey, Jo, Wendy, Jane, Gloria, Merlene, Margaret, Marion, Bev, Joan, Eddy. Seated are Helen.O, Sue, Fay.
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Competition results: Fely Duncan defeated Teresa Willshire. In Men’s A Singles Kevin Jewell defeated Herb Dalton.
Mother’s Day winners Kevin Daniel, Marg Wilson and Greg Colquhoun defeated Toni Bowen, Graeme Read and Kennedy Whitton.
Teresa Willshire, Maureen Hyde and Keith Armstrong defeated Bill Myers, Alby Vigar and D Maddingley.
Robyn Stitt, Laurie Land and Allan Rolfe defeated Deb Retchless, Sue Shearing and Mark Drummond.
Alf, Kevin Jewell and Pat Tracey defeated Bron, Ron Hyde and Barry Beel. The jackpot didn’t go off.
Congratulations to Penny Warren and Denise Wallace who as team members of the North Qld Ladies District Side won the Division 5 Pennant at Paradise Point on Saturday.
Contributed with thanks to Penny Warren
On Wednesday, Ladies winner was Elona Lynch with 37 points, runner up was Anne McGowan with 33 points. Men’s winner was Alix Webb with 41 points, runner up Ross Petersen on 37 points.
On Friday, the ladies hosted the Bowen ladies open with 82 players taking to the course. Congratulations to Sheree Hasson from Nudgee who was the winner on the day with 71 gross score.
Saturday was the Men’s B & C grade open. Frank Bidgood was the B Grade gross winner after a 3-hole playoff, Gross runner up Carlo Manno, Nett winner Tate McGrath, Nett runner up Greg Carlyon.
Sunday was the Men’s A & A1 Grade open. A Grade winner Scott Sibson with a great score of 4 under for 27 holes. Gross runner up Adam McGrath, Nett winner Jason Scott, Nett runner up Brendan Nott. A1 grade winner Bradley Fleet, Gross runner up Ryley Malone, Nett winner Colin Carvolth, Nett runner up Justyn Durbin.
Contributed with thanks to Grace Nott
The drizzle stayed away long enough on the Labour Day Monday to allow Ryan Wilkes to notch up three bogeys, one eagle and seven birdies for a fantastic forty stableford points after his plus two handicap was applied. Two adrift was Levi Holmes. Pins went to Toni Clauss, Brent Franke, and Ryan Wilkes got the other two.
Nathan Holohan won Thursday's competition in very damp conditions with a creditable 39 points: two ahead of Ash Morley-Hart.
On Sunday Brett Bauer edgede out Patrick Conen on 35 points with the pins going to Nathan Holohan and Ash Law with two.
Congratulations to Junior Members, Levi Holmes and Jack Hayes-Williams for being selected on the Queensland Representative School Team to play Golf State Championships (10-19 years) 12-15 May 2024 at Oxley Golf Club, Oxley.
Contributed with thanks to Proserpine Gold Pro Shop
Photo supplied
The weekly 9-hole stableford saw Alan Clinch take the win with 23 points, second with 22 points was Paula Wronski.
Fridays 9-hole stableford saw Jayden Parata in first place with 22 points, second place with 21 points was Rhys Bartholomew.
Sundays 2 ball ambrose competition saw Brock Brindle and Troy Pettiford in first place with 43.75, second place with 45.5 was Michael Bond and Tyson Flavel.
This Sunday will be 18-hole stableford tee off anytime.
Contributed with thanks to Kate Cross.
Deeray Fo’ou lining up his shot. Photo supplied
Whitsunday Sea Eagles hit the road to Bakers Creek on Saturday to take on the Tigers in Seniors and Under 17s while Under 12s and 14s had a bye.
Senior Men Won 45 – 37
Sea Eagles Senior Men were back on the winners list this week with a hard fought win over Bakers Creek Tigers. The high pressure contest ended with Sea Eagles surviving a late challenge to hold on for their second win of the year. Jake Smith, Alex Rodgers and Ryan Mansfield were rock solid in defence whilst Xander Hall was strong in the ruck. Billy Galpin and Billy Gardner worked hard in the midfield to get the ball forward throughout the game. Brent Downie took an absolute screamer which will no doubt win mark of the year.
Best Players: Jake Smith, Alex Rodgers, Billy Galpin, Ryan Mansfield, Xander Hall, Billy Gardner
Goals: Jake Turner, Adam McKelvie, Billy Galpin, Jared Jones, Jacob Dewis, Ryan Mansfield, Ryan McMillan
Senior Women Lost 6 – 95
Best Players: Kylie Thompson, Kirra Sheppard, Lana Rademeyer, Georgia Whitton, Cleo Dickie, Chloe Bennett
Goal: Molly Bennett
Under 17s Won 60 – 0
Best Players: Foxx LaMonica, Brodan Cornwall, Nate Nicholls, Reeve Marshall, Liam Fuller
Goals: Brodan Cornwall (5), Cody Love (2), Zack Mitchell (2), Liam Fuller, Bon Withyman, Kohan Mau, Callum Edmondson, Zavier Goswell,
This week Whitsunday Sea Eagles Seniors and Under 17s are representing in the Mackay City vs Country sides with games being played in Mackay.
Contributed with thanks to Whitsunday Sea Eagles
Photo Credit: Submitted by Whitsunday Sea Eagles
Photo Credit: Kylie Allen
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11 bridge players from the Bowen Bridge Club and two from Airlie Beach Bridge Club competed over four days in Mackay in one of the premier congresses in Queensland, Barrier Reef Congress.
Two new Bowen players were winners in the Novice section under 50 points, congratulations to Bev Lowcock and her partner Jill Brabon.
Linda Priday from Airlie Beach Club and her partner Joy Brunette from the Mackay Bridge Club took 3rd place in the Novice section.
Contributed with thanks to Lydie Martin.
Bev Lowcock and Jill Brabon
Linda Priday and Joy Brunette
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Another rainy week saw Tuesday's stableford competition won by Jonny Brooks with 36 points, one ahead of Adam Maggs. Jonny Brooks, Adam Maggs and Matthew Muller won the pin shots.
Ned Davies had 36 points to win Thursday's competition by four shots from Bailey Neumann. Pascal Neunreuther won the pin shot.
Friday's Met run saw Brendan Spann score 21 points to beat Mark Thompson by two shots; and Ryan Wilkes won the pin shot.
Bailey Hayward took out Saturday's RGH monthly medal with a nett 68 and beat his C grade colleague Vic Feldman by a shot. Matthew Goldman edged out Clay Coles on 69 nett for the B grade medal. Jason Bourke had 71 nett to beat Nick Watson by a shot in the A division, and Tina Badenhorst edged out Jacqueline Wall with 77 nett in the ladies' division. Jason Bourke, Matthew Goldman and Bailey Hayward had the best gross scores in each grade. Pins went to Vic Feldman, Bailey Hayward, Jason Bourke, Brian Allen, Tina Badenhorst and Robyn Whitham.
Sunday's monthly medal winner was Brent Franke a fine 66 nett in beating Finbar O'Flynn by four shots. Robyn Whitham edged out Tiina Randmae with 77 nett for the ladies' medal. Pins went to Paul Gray, Scott Lee, Pamela Casey, Diane Chard, Penny Wardroper and Tom O'Brien.
Contributed with thanks to Proserpine Golf Pro Shop
Photo supplied
Whitsunday golfers bit the bullet, took on the PGC course, it was still quite wet after recent rain, to play the May MM and least putts. The weather stayed dry for the morning and the sun broke through towards the end of the game for the 16 competitors.
LADIES A GRADE :
Winner : Tiina Randmae with 75 nett
Runner-up : Anna Winterbourn with 79
Longest Drive : Anna Winterbourn
LADIES B GRADE :
Winner : Robyn Whitham with 75 nett
Runner-up : Pam Casey with 87
Longest Drive : Robyn Whitham
MEN’S A GRADE :
Winner : Mata Browne with 73 nett
Runner-up : Wayne Temby with 75
Longest Drive : Mata Browne
MEN’S B GRADE
Winner : Dean Kercher with 74 nett
Runner-up : David Hoy with 80
Longest Drive : David Hoy
NTPs :
For the ladies : Tiina Randmae (on the 2nd) and Jo Moynihan (on the 6th)
For the men : Leigh Jones (on the 5th) and Mata Browne (on the 9th)
LEAST PUTTS : Anna Winterbourn and Aaron Watts
NAGAs : The honours went to Jo Moynihan and Leigh Jones, a drink courtesy of Aaron and Tracy Watts, proprietors of RADS Whitsunday who provide respite accommodation and disability support services.
NEXT WEEK : Will be a single Stableford competition, get your names in early so we can play in a block.
Contributed with thanks to Tiina Randmae
The 9-hole weekly competition saw James Mathews in first place with 22 points, second with 21 points was Dennis Moss and third place with a 20 point c/b was Edwina Pettiford.
Fridays 9-hole stableford competition saw Tony Spurway in first place with 23 points, second place with 22 points was Melinda Macleod and third place with 21 points was Travis Clinch.
Sundays PAR svs 18-hole competition saw Dean Barnard first place with +4 c/b, second place with a +4 was Tyson Flavel and third place with a +3 Jimmy Millar. Nearest the pin was Glenn Rees. A big congratulations to Alan Clinch who got a hole in one this week on hole 4.
This Sunday 12th May will be 4 ball better ball, tee off at 8.30am-9.30am.
Contributed with thanks to Kate Cross.
Dean Barnard, Photo supplied
The Cannonvale Cannons hosted their last Club Night for the 2023-2024 season.
The Cannons would like to commend the 5 swimmers who have set new Club Records over the past month. Congratulations to Jax Clayworth (10 yrs) for setting 25 metre Butterfly record, Ehsan Helou (15yrs) for setting 50 metre & 100 metre Breaststroke records, Jacob Bell (17yrs) for setting 200 metre IM & 800 metre Freestyle records and Jy Parkinson (18 yrs) for 50 metre Butterfly record.
Amanda Camm MP visited the Cannons on Wednesday night and presented club awards. Amanda presented Matilda Nicholes, Celeste Orenshaw, Sophie Palmero, Abi Maher, Tiana Bell, Don Algie, and Zach Trefz with Upgrade Certificates. Amanda also presented the Chocolate awards to Zach Trefz and Jack Ganter for their awesome PBs. Amanda also presented Stella Mulliss (5 yrs) with the Coaches Award for her 12 metre Backstroke.
During the week, four Cannonvale swimmers were named in the NQ School team for water polo. The Cannons would like to wish Holly Perrin, Jacob Bell, Tiana Bell and Tane Dennison the best of luck at the Queensland Championships.
Over the weekend, Don Algie travelled to Cairns to compete at the NQ Games. Don’s best swims include: silver medal in the 50 metre Breaststroke in a time of 44.22 seconds (a 1.52 second PB) and bronze medal swims in 50 metre Butterfly (with 3.10 second PB) and 200 metre Freestyle (3.78 second PB). Congratulations, Don!
Cannonvale swimmers continue to keep up their swimming for their fitness, while others have their sights on a Pioneer carnival or the open water/triathlon season. The Cannonvale Cannons are looking forward to the annual Presentation Night which will be held on 1st June.
Contributed with thanks to Raylene Rasmussen.
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