BrainTree Golfing with the Stars 2024
On the 8th November 170 golfers, pros and stars, plus a bevy of volunteers converged on Clearwater Golf Course to compete in what has become one of the biggest charity golf events in New Zealand.
The 2024 edition of this annual fixture was the most successful yet. The weather gods were kind to us, and the 240+ players, pros, stars and volunteers were even kinder. We raised a whopping $310,000 for BrainTree Wellness Centre, and the feedback we’ve received has been off the charts.
The winners of the coveted green jackets were team Anthony Harper. Some went awfully close but no-one managed to nail one of the four chances to make a hole-in-one. The boat and car remain safely tucked up in their showroom for another year.
It may or may not be the last charity tournament Sir Bob Charles plays in. He’s going to keep us guessing. When Greg Turner shared the neuro challenges his brother Brian was facing spoke there was not a dry eye in the house. Sir Bob and Greg deservedly received standing O’s. It was one of those rare occasions where we get to honour our sporting heroes, and it felt good.
At the end of a very social day the icing on the cake was an impromptu performance by Jordan Luck. Jordan was playing solo, for a moment at least. it didn’t take long for the audience to find their voice and join in. It was a buzz!
Special thanks to our four key sponsors, the Brothers and Sisters of Braintree - TDX, Direct Logistics, Charter Transport and GVI. Big shout out to all of the stars, the teams, the volunteers, the sponsors of the tee blocks and the bidders in the auctions. Your efforts will make a massive impact on the people living with neuro conditions in Canterbury. Thank you for caring 🤗❤️🙏
Christian Cullen
“Great Day. Boys were great fun. Lock me in for next year.”
Andy Sams
“Best charity day that i’ve ever been to, and i went to some big ones in the UK. It’s fantastic.”
What it’s all about
The funds raised from the golf tournament all go to BrainTree Wellness Centre, which supports people living in the community with neuro conditions like dementia, stroke, multiple sclerosis and parkinsons.
One in three people will be directly affected by a neuro condition in their lifetime, and the research confirms you can take steps to reduce not only the odds of being diagnosed but also help you to live well with the conditions.
BrainTree relies on the goodwill of the business community and private donors to help achieve its goals.
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