Golf tournament raises $10k for charity
The 2025 Ruralco Golf Classic at the Tinwald golf course. PHOTO: SUPPLIED A $10,000 donation has been made to the Mid Canterbury Rural Support Trust following the Ruralco Golf Classic.
The golf tournament, which took place last month at the Tinwald course, saw 36 teams of four line up to compete, many from the rural industry.
It was won by team Daggy Ass, made up of Alister Maxwell, Rory Maxwell and Dayle Lucas.
Rural support trust co-ordinator Frances Beeston said the much-welcomed donation would help support the work of the trust in the community.
This included counselling and a planned rural professional breakfast later in the year, she said.
Ruralco chief executive officer Tony Aitken said the support of players and sponsors meant 100 per cent of the proceeds from entries, on-course challenges and raffles directly benefited the trust.
It also reflected Ruralco's ongoing commitment to Canterbury, strengthening community ties and backing local initiatives, he said.
"We are incredibly grateful to everyone who took part, whether by playing, sponsoring, or donating," Aitken said.
"This event was about more than just a round of golf – it was a show of solidarity and support for the people at the heart of our rural community.
"We are especially proud that the funds raised will stay local and directly assist Mid Canterbury farmers and their families."
The classic drew more than 100 players for a day full of camaraderie, fun, and fundraising.
Special thanks went to Ballance Agri Nutrients and Nutrien Ag Solutions for their joint platinum sponsorship of the event, FMG for supporting the Vintage Putt Off, and all raffle prize sponsors who helped make the day such a success, Aitken said.
"As a regionally focused cooperative, Ruralco's core purpose is to lower farm input costs for our members, and we're equally committed to supporting their well-being.
"Partnering with the Mid Canterbury Rural Support Trust is one meaningful way we can give back to the communities that support us." Rural Support Trust can be contacted by phone: 0800 787 254
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