On Friday 16 May 2025, Western Health Foundation welcomed over 130 golfers to the picturesque Medway Golf Club for our annual Charity Golf Day — a highlight on our fundraising calendar and a day that once again united our corporate partners for a vital cause.
Thank you to our wonderful partners for supporting the success of this day
As the sun warmed the fairways, corporate teams gathered on the clubhouse balcony, fuelled by fresh coffee and breakfast rolls, ready to take a swing for better healthcare in Melbourne’s west.
Following a warm welcome and briefing led by Gary Lisbon from golf partner GOLFSelect, the 4 Person Ambrose competition began. With picture-perfect weather, 32 teams took on 18 holes and enjoyed more than just the game — with the Food Hub on the 10th Hole proving to be a highlight, including freshly shucked oysters by Oyster Lux, gin tastings by Patient Wolf, donuts from Krispy Kreme, fine wine by Austin’s, snacks from Rauland, delicious cheese from Calendar Cheese Co. and more.
Each hole was proudly sponsored by one of our Hole Sponsors Plenary Health, Hassett, Stowe Australia, A.G. Coombs, Kwill, Multiplex, Mindray, and NCS Project Solutions, making the course a showcase of community spirit and collaboration.
Post-round, guests came inside for a delicious three-course lunch in the Medway Golf Clubhouse, where comedy legend Lehmo MC’d a vibrant awards presentation and live auction. Special guests included Professor Russell Harrison (Western Health CEO), Nicky Buckley (TV personality and avid golfer), and Sharon Read (Acting Foundation Director), each highlighting the impact of the cause.
The 2025 event aimed to raise $340,000 in support of Western Health’s surgical robotic program — transforming patient outcomes with greater precision and faster recoveries.
We are so pleased to share that we exceeded our target, reaching a grand total of $350,000 — including an incredible $100,000 gift from Diamond Sponsor, Cafe Adamo. This small family-run cafe has been a part of Western Health for over a decade and wanted to support WH and were able to do so in this truly unforgettable way.
The event wrapped up with spirited bidding on auction prizes, from Stakes Day marquees, Sofitel stays and exclusive dining with AFL legend Easton Wood, as well as the announcement of the day’s golf winners.
A huge thank you to every sponsor, player, donor, and volunteer. Your support means more patients like Ray and Sarah will benefit from cutting-edge care.
Congratulations to our 2025 Charity Golf Day award winners
BEST DRESSED COMPETITION SPONSORED BY HESTA
Najla Sarkis
NEAREST TO THE PIN - HOLE 6 (MEN’S) SPONSORED BY: RAULAND
Shun Kugue
NEAREST TO THE PIN - HOLE 6 (WOMEN’S) SPONSORED BY: RAULAND
Zoe Zaparas (Lucky Draw)
NEAREST TO THE PIN - HOLE 8 (MEN’S) - SPONSORED BY: HONEYWELL
Anthony O'Donnell
NEAREST TO THE PIN - HOLE 8 (WOMEN’S) - SPONSORED BY: HONEYWELL
Sandy Welsh (Lucky Draw)
NEAREST TO THE PIN - HOLE 10 (MEN’S) - SPONSORED BY: LENDLEASE
Pete Evans
NEAREST TO THE PIN - HOLE 10 (WOMEN’S) - SPONSORED BY: LENDLEASE
Patriece Shelly (Lucky Draw)
NEAREST TO THE PIN - HOLE 13 (MEN’S) - SPONSORED BY: ZAPARAS LAWYERS
Ian Goodbody
NEAREST TO THE PIN - HOLE 13 (WOMEN’S) - SPONSORED BY: ZAPARAS LAWYERS
Paige Chmielewski (Lucky Draw)
NEAREST TO THE PIN - HOLE 17 (MEN’S) - SPONSORED BY: MAXXIA
Rohan Lovell
NEAREST TO THE PIN - HOLE 17 (WOMEN’S) - SPONSORED BY: MAXXIA
Wendy Ristic (Lucky Draw)
MEN’S LONGEST DRIVE – HOLE 12 - SPONSORED BY: ECOLAB
David Constatin
WOMEN’S LONGEST DRIVE – HOLE 11 - SPONSORED BY: ECOLAB
Bree Fitton (Lucky Draw)
NAGA PRIZE FOR THE TEAM WHO HAS THE WORST SCORE SPONSORED BY: CAFÉ ADAMO
Zaparas Lawyers - Team 3 (14-B) Jeremy Ko, Chelsea Martino, Marcus Storey
3RD PRIZE: SPONSORED BY: CAFÉ ADAMO
Stowe (6-A) Shaun Gannon, James Martyr, Ben Smith, Daniel Whittaker
2ND PRIZE: SPONSORED BY: CAFÉ ADAMO
Cafe Adamo (1-A) Dan Gathercole, Adamo Lakkis, Jason Plant, Sam Sarkis
FIRST PRIZE TEAM SPONSORED BY: CAFE ADAMO
Plenary (4-A) Damien Augustinus, Shun Kugue, Kelvyn Lavelle, Sandy Welsh
With another successful Golf Day behind us, we look forward to 2026 — where fun, generosity, and impact will again take centre stage.