Palmerston North Golf Club was in fantastic condition, the weather played ball, and we were able to hold another successful tournament, with plenty of laughs and fun had by all.
A total of 74 players participated, including a lot of first timers to the event, which was great to see, the day's good conditions reflected in some very good scoring, and some great participation as well.
Heartfelt thanks go to our sponsors who were involved with the day, your presence significantly enhances the day's experience, we thank you and hope to see you all back next year.
BBQ Sponsored by J.A. Russell Ltd Palmerston North
On Course Sonsors:
- JA Russell Palmerston North for the on-course BBQ
- Craig & Emma from Schneider Electric for the refreshments and helping with the BBQ
- Bruce & Phil from Advance Electrical Wholesalers, with their chipping contest.
- Simon & Matt from Clevertronics, who sponsored the longest drive trophy and on-course refreshments.
- Victoria from Signify, National Sponsor
- Peter from Electrical Supply Corp for the putt for a prize.
- Cody from Vynco for sponsoring the closest to the pins
- Kevin from Evolve lighting – hole sponsor- Michael from Tyree – hole sponsor
Schneider Electric Team supplied the on-course Refreshments
2026 Results
Senior Gross- The BJC Cup – Blair Smallbone(75 gross)
Junior Gross- The PDL Cup – Bailey Thorne(85 gross)
Senior Nett- The BICC Cup – Shane Dunkerton(64 net)
Junior Nett- The Thorn Cup – Daken Chandler(68 net)
Senior Stableford- The Safe Asleep Cup – Brad Eyre(38 points)
Junior Stableford- The Heatway Cup – Brian Cartwell-Cooke(38 points)
National Team: Subject to change:
Matt Pickering, Shane Dunkerton, Shane Mellor, Steve Price, Mike Isaac, Garry Lamb, Brad Eyre, Blair Smallbone
Many thanks to our sponsors:
National Gold Sponsors: J A Russell Ltd, Radcliffe Electrical Ltd, Signify/Philips/Pierlite
Silver Sponsors: ABB, Clevertronics, Hager, Haier, Thorn Lighting
Bronze Sponsors - First Flex Cables, Ideal Electrical, Maser NZ, NHP, Simx, Versalux Lighting
Regional Sponsors:
Evolve Lighting, Signify, J A Russell Ltd PN, Tyree, Electrical Supply Corp (ESC), Clevertronics, JAR Wanganui, Advance Manawatu, First Flex, Vynco, Schneider Electric
Clevertronics Longest Drive - Shane Mellor
Vynco Closest to the Pin (Hole 6) Joel Bull
Winning Team - Best 2 Stablefords Per Hole - "Only here for the beers" (92 Points)
Senior Gross Winner
Blair Smallbone
Presented by Signify's Victoria Watson
Advance Electrical Wholesalers Chipping Winning
Garry Lamb
Junior Gross Winner
Bailey Thorne
Presented by Signify's Victoria Watson
The prize table was exceptional, thanks to contributions from many supporters.
Team “Only here for the beer” clinched the team's section.
Appreciation is also due to the Middle District committee and supporters for their role in organising this event.
Finally, a thank you to all the teams who participated. We understand the difficulty of taking time from busy schedules and hope you enjoyed the opportunity to network within the industry.
Best Regards
Matt Pickering