In a week of washouts and “brutal” golfing conditions, the Weipa Junior Soccer Club is calling out for potential committee members and volunteers to keep the sport thriving in 2025 ahead of its annual general meeting in a fortnight. Photo: Facebook.
Wackers washout
The 19th hole was the only winner for the second Wednesday in a row as weekly Wackers action succumbed to the Cape York wet season on 15 January.
Ten players nominated to tackle the back nine at Carpentaria Golf Club and six managed to tee off before the rain came down to have them seeking refuge in the dry comfort of the clubhouse.
The wet weather failed to dampen spirits in the clubhouse, with the bar getting a solid workout as players reflected on how they believed they would have performed, had Mother Nature not intervened.
New players are always welcome, with Wackers teeing off every Wednesday before 4:30pm.
‘Brutal’ Cooktown medal conditions
With no wind and an apparent temperature of nearly 40 degrees, the Cooktown Golf Club January Medal was played in “brutal” conditions that tested even the most resolute golfer on Saturday.
Jamie Dobson handled the heat best to return to the clubhouse with a winning nett 63, with Brent Hetaraka (nett 68) bagging bridesmaid honours, and Wal Welsh triumphing for third in a three-way tie with Ron Beacroft and Graham Burton.
Dobson (14), Devo Butler (2/11) and Rick Butler (9/18) were the pin prize winners.
On 25 January, competitors will contest a Stableford from the red tee boxes.
Junior soccer AGM
The Weipa Junior Soccer Club is making a shoutout for people passionate about keeping the sport thriving on western Cape York to attend its annual general meeting on 6 February.
The AGM will kick off at 5pm at the Weipa Bowls Club, and a spokesperson said committee members and volunteers were needed to ensure a successful 2025 season.
“No experience is necessary, just a willingness to contribute and support our young players,” they said.
“We’re also seeking volunteers to assist with coaching and refereeing in 2025; sadly, we are lost several of our amazing volunteers at the end last year, so we need help to keep the games going strong.”
For more information, check out the club’s Facebook page.
Running festival AGM
After a record event last July, the Weipa Running Festival will hold its 2025 annual general meeting this week.
The AGM will be held on the deck at the Albatross Bay Resort on 23 January (Thursday) from 6pm.
All committee positions will be declared vacant at the commencement of the meeting, and there are multiple positions with varied levels of commitment available for those interested in being part of the 2025 event.
For more information, email [email protected].
