By Justin Flynn
The Tin Shed in Barwon Heads has raised more than $81,000 for the Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal.
The massive effort put the town in 10th place in the state for funds raised. With a further $1207 donated by the public, Barwon Heads raised $82,357.
Barwon Grove Golf Club, better known as the Tin Shed, raised $81,150, eclipsing last year’s amount by $20,000.
Approximately 600 locals and long-weekenders went to the shed on Good Friday, although club president Conan Roos said he was concerned by the weather forecast on the morning of the event.
“I was a bit concerned with weather forecasts that might entice people to stay inside, but luckily it held off most of the day,” he said.
“The atmosphere on the day was electric with everyone participating in auctions, raffles and kids activities.
“By the close of the day we were dreaming of surpassing last year’s total, when our treasure announced that the total was over $81,000.
“We were all blown away. A lot of cheers and happy tears were shared by all.”
Torquay Lions and its many local helpers raised $41,500 for the appeal, shattering last year’s record of $13,000.
“We not only achieved our target, which initially was $20,000, but we finished the day with $41,500 for this year’s appeal,” regional coordinator Peter McMahon said.
“More than tripling last year’s figure almost leaves me speechless.”
