The two round 18 hole stroke event was hosted by the Wellington Golf Club over Thursday and Friday, attracting upward of 50 players from across the state. Among them were 14 competitors from Wellington.

The wins kept on coming for Wellington-based competitors as David French came out on top in Division C.

The B Grade winner was Tim Widdson of Tumbarumba, Callaway Division (non handicap) to Johann Mann of Port Macquarie, and Sharon Fuller of Tumbarumba took out the ladies division. 

The tournament kicked off with a meet and greet on the Wednesday night among corrective services personnel and sponsors.  

Committee member, Tim Parker, said the Wellington Golf Club was fortunate to secure the championships for 2017.

Parker said the mate ship displayed among competitors was a highlight of the championships. 

“A lot of these guys only see each other once a year,” he said. 

“The camaraderie among the officers was a standout for me.” 

He proudly boasted that Wellington has one of the finest courses this side of the Blue Mountains – a statement echoed by competitors who were impressed at the condition of the course. 

He said to host the championships made for the perfect opportunity to showcase the Wellington Golf Club.

“It’s a hidden treasure,” he said.

“A lot of players would love to come back next year but we can’t host it twice in a row.

“It’s one of the prettiest courses this side of the mountains.” 

Parker thanked all committee and club members, sponsors and helping hands who assisted with the championships. That included organising committee Jimmy Armstrong, Rod Pedron and Daniel Baxter; and the club and board committee. 

“Whether it be helping with the barbecue, the bar, the greens, fairways, etc, it all counts,” he said.