Yarrambat Park Golf Course Rainbow Golf Cup Day celebrates LGBTQIA+ golfers and allies

Yarrambat Park Golf Course is committed to creating equal opportunities for all to participate in golf.

Early in February, Yarrambat Park Golf Course held the inaugural Rainbow Golf Club Cup Day, hosted by Melbourne Rainbow Golfers in partnership with Proud 2 Play, Belgravia Leisure, Golf Australia and Nillumbik Shire Council.

The event was a sell-out, bringing together LGBTQIA+ golfers and allies of all ages and abilities.

The format of the golfing day was Ambrose (9 holes) where each player hits off the tee, the best shot is selected, and all other players pick up their ball and place it alongside the best ball. Each person then hits a second shot from the same spot. The best shot is again selected. This continues until the ball is in the hole. 

This inclusive golfing format is perfect for beginners, and equipment was available upon request, ensuring no one missed out on the fun.  

With 72 golfers in attendance, Ali Berechree, Community Inclusion Officer at Yarrambat said “the event was a big success with our two golf pros Brock Gillard and Matt Allen walking the course, giving tips and drives during the Ambrose.” 

“After the round, we had a Welcome to Country, speeches from partners including Proud 2 Pay, Rainbow Golf and Nillumbik Shire Council. On behalf of the Belgravia Foundation, we put on a BBQ, tea and coffee station that everyone enjoyed,” Ali concluded.

Belgravia Foundation strives to ensure that no one misses out on participating in leisure and sport in Australia and is thrilled to be part of Yarrambat’s inaugural Rainbow Golf Club Cup Day.