Karumba has wrapped up the 2025 Outback Queensland Masters in spectacular style, with golf dreams, gulf views, and one last shot at glory. <\/p>\n
Golfers from every state of Australia have reached the end of an epic 1900 km journey over the weekend for the 2025 Outback Queensland Masters Grand Finale. <\/p>\n
While no one claimed the life-changing million-dollar hole-in-one prize, two talented amateur golfers, Brenda Fugar from Cobar, NSW and Chris Marshall of Orbust, VIC, each walked away $5000 richer, taking out the nearest-to-the-pin honours. <\/p>\n
The orange jacket winners for Karumba were Robyne Clayton, of Goombungee, and Joe Wilkinson, of Pioneer Valley.<\/p>\n
Locals and visitors alike expressed their love of the Outback Queensland Masters and locations they experienced over the past six weeks. <\/p>\n
\u201cI\u2019ve loved coming to Karumba. Such a great combo. Fishing and golf are my two favourite pastimes,\u201d shared Maree Norman from Hughenden. <\/p>\n
\u201cThis really is a dream come true,\u201d amateur golfer Mel van der Walt of Brisbane added with a laugh.<\/p>\n
\u201cGolf sure is a challenge, and something I never thought I\u2019d do. It was so much fun, and I\u2019m proud to report I actually hit the ball! And this winter weather? <\/p>\n
“Warm sunny days, cool sea breezes and a sunset that took my breath away. I\u2019m in heaven.\u201d<\/p>\n
Taking a journey beyond the fairways, the event spanned over six consecutive weekends from June 21 to July 27, the 2025 Masters took competitors and their spectators on a journey through the heart of Outback Queensland, from Mitchell to Karumba, via Augathella, Blackall, Alpha, and Richmond. <\/p>\n
Along the way, golfers have not only tackled the quirks of sand green courses, but also discovered the characters, culture, and charm of the towns they\u2019ve played in. <\/p>\n
\u201cThe Outback Queensland Masters is more than golf, it\u2019s a celebration of community, colour and connection,\u201d said Ryan Bailey, Events Coordinator for Queensland, and Northern Territory at Golf Australia. <\/p>\n
\u201cThis grand finale year made it even more special. <\/p>\n
“We\u2019re proud to showcase the diversity and hospitality of Outback Queensland while inspiring amateur and social golfers to give it a go.\u201d <\/p>\n