FAQ's

Where is the event?

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Erina Creek Golf Course on the Central Coast. It is a 9 hole, 3 par course, where holes range from 60 to 140 metres in length. 

How do we play at night?

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The course is floodlit and we use 'night-glow' golf balls, generously supplied by the course owners.

How do we register our group?

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Each teammember will need to register individually, one teammember is captain and can create the team and invite others to join. Hit the register button and follow the steps.

Is there any cost?

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There is no entry fee. As a serious golf challenge, we are asking each group to fundraise a minimum of $2,000 from their networks. 

Are there any prizes?

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Yes, there will be a major prize for the biggest fundraisers and the best team score. Any group raising over $5,000 qualifies for assitional rewards. every group will receive certificates of completion as a 24 hour participant. 

What is the format?

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Each team can have 4 players, 3 on course at one time. It is 3 ball best ball, so everyone plays the hole andrecords the best score . As the event is over 24 hours each team may not play exactly the same hole, so we willaverage the scores for an overall winner. No handicaps, stroke play only.

Will playing the same holes for 24 hours be a bit same-same?

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Yes!! Although, throughout the event we will rotate the tee and hole position and perhaps include a few challengingnovelty options.

Will there be any breaks in play?

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We need to change tee/hole positions and swap batteries in the glow ball charger devices . We expect a 15 minute break every 3 hours during which you can top up food and drinks, change clothes, swapplayers etc.

When can we swap players out?

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Either during breaks or on the 1st or 7th tee. Other than that we only want designated players on the course.

What do we need to supply?

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We expect to supply water, fruit and a BBQ breakfast to finish. As everyone will have different intake needs for thisevent it would be wise to bring your own supplies of food (Eskimo), liquid, sunscreen, repellant and spare clothes to account for all weather.

What facilities are at ECGC?

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There is parking for over 40 cars, a single toilet/basin and a small under cover area . It is really close to shops if your spare player needs to top up supplies .24

For further information, please contact Shannon Stanton
shannon.stanton@rescuehelicopter.com.au