Our Golf events are very popular at Beaumaris Probus. Scoll down to see our fabulous trophies and photos going back to 1994
Our Trophies are evidence of the rich history of golf at Beaumaris Probus. To read about the Trophies and how they originated, CLICK HERE
The Elson Trophy – Awarded to the winner of our one-day event
The Warburton and Howlong Trophies awarded to the winner of day 1 and day 2.
The Perpetual aggregate – awarded to the overall winner of the 3 day event
The Bill Gillingham Putting Trophy awarded to the winner of the putting competition.
The Victoria Cup Trophy is awarded to the winning pair at our “Pairs” Competition
We arrived at the Rich River Golf Club on Wednesday 9 April 2025. We had 20 in the group with 17 playing golf.
On the first night we gathered for the welcoming barbeque where there was much chatter and fellowship. Early breakfast on Thursday as the first group tee time was 9.24 am.
The Howlong Trophy was won by Tony Phillips with 35 points; Men’s longest drive was won by Garry Bradd and women’s longest drive by Jocelyn Stone. Men’s nearest the pin was Tony Phillips and women’s nearest the pin, Kaye Bradd.
In the afternoon we had the putting competition which was won by Geoff Carlson. That evening a large group went into Echuca to the Sunago Greek restaurant. Great night and too much food!
Late breakfast on Friday as the first group tee time was 11.00 am. The Heirloom Trophy was won by Tony Phillips with 40 points; men’s longest drive was won by Tony Read and women’s longest drive by Angela Read. Men’s nearest the pin was Tony Phillips and the women’s nearest the pin, Judith Carlson.
The presentation dinner was held in the Rich River GC boardroom where trophies and golf balls were presented to the winners.
Garry Bradd Convenor
We all arrived in the afternoon on Wednesday 16 April. The BBQ started just after 5.00 pm with 18 participants. It was a great night with all enjoying good Probus company.
The first day’s golf for the Howlong Trophy was on the East Course with fourteen players competing: 1st Garry Bradd 40 pts and 2nd Allan Stone 38 pts. In the afternoon was the Putting Competition for the Bill Gillingham Perpetual Trophy was won by Yolanta Cupples with Alan Stevens in second place.
The second day’s golf for the Heirloom Trophy was on the West Course with 12 players competing. 1st Tony Phillips 39 pts and 2nd Garry Bradd.
The final evening Presentation dinner was in the Rich River Clubs Board Room where trophies were presented, and ball prizes distributed.
A great couple of days with good weather made the whole trip very enjoyable. We have secured a booking for next year at Rich River Golf Club however we will be exploring other options as well.
During the first week of April, we ran our annual 3-day golf trip which was again at the Murray Downs Resort at Swan Hill.
Our field was down on last year due mainly to covid, but there were 21 golfers (and 4 ladies, nonplaying.) Besides taking out winner and runner-up in the two 18-hole events, the ladies took most of the balls in the ball run-down awards.
The two 18-hole competitions for the Howlong Perpetual Trophy and the Warburton Heirloom Trophy were both won by Kaye Bradd. Yolanta Cupples was runner-up.
The last event was the putting competition for the Bill Gillingham Memorial Trophy. The runner-up was Rod Hammond, and the winner was John Howe (much applause).
We also have a perpetual aggregate trophy for the player who collects the most points for the two main events. Kaye Bradd was a very clear winner (left).
31 members and wives made the trip which included 25 competitors.
Day 1 Howlong Perpetual Trophy – Winner – Alan Stephen, 38 points. Runner up – Peter Longcraine.
Day 2 Warburton Trophy – Winner Sandra Mckenzie – Runner up – Margery Renwick.
Day 3 – Putting Competition for the Bill Gillingham Trophy,. Winner -Robert Lander- Runner up Garry Bradd
There is also a Perpetual Aggregate Trophy for the best total points for the two games. Alan Stevens was the winner with a good margin.
Everybody had a great time at a great resort, and I have already booked the same venue for next year.
The 3 day Golf event in 2019 was held at Rich River Resort at Echuca/ Moama, was attended by 26 members. We all enjoyed 2 days of golf, a putting competition, a welcome BBQ, and a beautiful meal in the Corporate Dining room of the Resort.
The winners were:-
Howlong Country Club Trophy Garry Sebo
Warburton Heirloom Trophy Geoff Carlson
Bill Gillingham Putting Trophy John Pound
Perpetual Aggregate Trophy Geoff Carlson
Altogether, a most enjoyable number of days with good golf and socialisation
The 2018 golf trip was held at the Rich River Resort and met with everyone’s approval — but especially the winners:
The Howlong Country Club Trophy was won by Geoff Carlson;
the Warburton Heirloom Trophy was captured by Dick Kirby;
Perpetual Aggregate Trophy was bagged by Kevin McDonnell.
Bill Gillingham – Putting competition – Robert Kerr
It was a superb event again — thanks to the extraordinary organisation
by John & Louise Pound. Congratulations
Regret most of these photos are low resolution so cit makes it difficult to add captions
The Annual Golf Trip was held at Port Fairy in March 2017 in superb weather. Competition was fierce but friendly with everybody a winner. Great food and good fellowship.
Winners
The Howlong Country Club Trophy was won by Kevin McDonnell;
the Warburton Heirloom Trophy was captured by Geoff Carlson
Perpetual Aggregate Trophy was bagged by Geoff Carlson.
The Bill Gillingham Trophy was won by Paul Stephens
Thanks to John & Louise Pound again for their excellent organisation.
This was John Pound’s first year as Golf Group Leader. he organised the three day event at Port Fairy.
It was a resounding success in a superb location. The course is testing but magnicent overlooking the ocean. The wind can hamper even the best golfers.
Our champions this year were:
The Howlong Country Club Trophy was won by Geoff Carlson;
the Warburton Heirloom Trophy was captured by Andy Coogan;
Bill Gillingham Trophy was won by Dick Kirby
Perpetual Aggregate Trophy was bagged by Geoff Carlson.
If you have photos of the Howlong events please send them to the webmaster
Our 3 day golf event started around 1994 with a small group headed by Bill and Mary Gillingham. They played at the Howlong Country Club.
The event expanded and became a major part of our Probus year. Organisers over the years included Alan Nash, Rod Murrell and finally Geoff Wade who ran it for some 7 years.
The competition lapsed after Geoff retired from hosting it. It was re-started by John Pound who meved the event initially to Port Fairy and then to Murray Downs and Rich River.
Garry Bradd took over after John retired.
