Auckland Golf Day raises over $10k for Cancer Society

AUCKLAND

It had been a long wait, but on the 22nd of September, the New Zealand Certified Builders (NZCB) Auckland Committee finally managed to hold our Charity Golf Day.

Left to right: NZCB Auckland Committee member Clement Richer, NZCB Auckland President Barbara MacGregor, NZCB Auckland Committee member Grant Boylan presenting Cancer Society of New Zealand Auckland Northand Division’s Lucy Humphreys with a cheque for $10,450, the total money raised from the Charity Golf auction.

The committee was thrilled to host over 100 players at the Akarana Golf Club, to enjoy a day of golf, connection, and fundraising. After a fine, but slightly overcast, morning, players were optimistic about the weather, as they mingled around the BBQ for a pre-tee-off lunch. Sadly, the skies opened mid-afternoon and, after 18 holes, the players were wet through when they got back to the clubhouse. But it had been over two years since Auckland held their last Charity Golf Day, and the players and sponsors weren’t going to throw in the towel because of a little downpour. It might have been cold and wet, but the rain couldn’t dampen people’s spirits!

The country has had challenging times over the past couple of years, and there have been few opportunities to mingle in a group this size. The day was enjoyed by all, and we received positive feedback from attendees, saying they loved being able to reconnect and have fun – all for a good cause. Our charity of choice was the Cancer Society of New Zealand, and over $10k was raised on the day!

“You could see the Cancer Society was blown away at the result,” said NZCB Auckland Vice-President Paul Young, “We couldn’t have achieved such a successful outcome without Riggsy (from Hirepool) as the auctioneer on the night. He really got the audience involved and squeezed out those few extra dollars for the Cancer Society.” The Auckland Committee would like to say a big thank you to the sponsors of the day, as we could not have offered such an amazing event for our members without their generous contributions. The players were able to interact with sponsors throughout the day, participate in fun activities, and win some great prizes. Congratulations to the 2022 winning teams: 1st place – Downright Construction 2nd place – Baysider Designer Homes 3rd place – Camden Construction

Left to right: NZCB Board Chairperson Nick Farrelly, the winning team from Downright Construction – Daniel Hawe-Mills, Dillon O’Leary, Mathew Clark, Tai Fenton – and NZCB Auckland President Barbara MacGregor.

Left to right: Rowan Wade, Kris MacGregor, Donald MacGregor, Patrick Fraser.