Memorable day for a worth cause:
Highlights from the Rod Allen Memorial Golf Day
The Rod Allen Memorial GALA Golf Day on 20 September was a resounding success! This year’s event not only underscored our dedication to an important cause but also united our community for a day filled with fun, networking, and philanthropy.
Event highlights
The Southern Golf Club played host to perfect Melbourne weather, setting the scene for a fantastic round of golf followed by a delectable two-course lunch. It was heartening to see so many enjoying the course and reconnecting with friends and colleagues. Highlights included breakfast on the go, a refreshing gin-tasting experience overlooking the greens, and a lively Closest to the Hole competition—all in great company!
Inspiring words from Greg Page
During lunch, we were honoured to hear from GALA Patron Fred Harrison and MGAIBA CEO David Inall, followed by our special guest, Greg Page, founder of Heart of the Nation and the original Yellow Wiggle. Greg shared a powerful personal account of his experience with sudden cardiac arrest and his mission to promote AED accessibility. His story resonated deeply, reminding us all of the importance of having an AED available in our communities. We hope it inspires our partners to invest in these life-saving devices for their workplaces.
Congratulations to our winners
Amid the laughter and camaraderie, an exciting game of golf unfolded. Congratulations to our winners:
1st Prize: Austbrokers Team – Handicap 9 – Nett 58
Michael Hellia
Darren Toll
Jonathan Allen
Tom Sullivan
2nd Prize: Edgemill Group – Handicap 7.675 – Nett 58.12
Kim Satterthwaite
Chris Campbell
George Alexopolous
Ian Tennant
3rd Prize: Asahi CUB Group 1 – Handicap 8.375 – Nett 58.625
Michael Ritoli
Matt McGowan
Daniel Gage
Richard Chatfield
A heartfelt thank you
On behalf of the GALA committee, we extend our sincere gratitude to everyone who attended and supported the event. Your enthusiasm in honouring Rod Allen and your generosity are vital to advancing causes like Heart of the Nation’s.
We also want to recognise our generous sponsors and partners who provided drinks, food, and goodies for the day, as well as gift bag items. Your support was crucial in making this event a success, and we couldn’t have done it without you.
Looking Ahead
The Rod Allen Memorial GALA Golf Day beautifully showcased our community’s spirit in supporting a meaningful cause. MGAIBA appreciates everyone who participated and contributed to making the day unforgettable. We look forward to seeing you at our future events as we continue to support Heart of the Nation and other essential causes.
