CHECKIES MEMORIAL GOLF DAY 2025

First Annual Memorial Golf Day Hits the Mark at Mackay

Today, our union members gathered at the Mackay Golf Course for the first-ever Stephen “Wood Duck” Woods Memorial Golf Day, honouring the life and legacy of our much-respected Industry Safety and Health Representative (ISHR).

The event brought together 40 union members for nine holes of golf, in Wood Duck’s memory raising over $3,000 for the Cancer Council.

This inaugural event marked the beginning of what is sure to become a proud union tradition. Participants vied for a number of trophies and novelty prizes, with plenty of laughs and camaraderie along the way.

Two prestigious trophies were awarded:

  • The MEU Checkies Memorial Golf Day Trophy
  • The Duck Trophy

Plus a series of bonus novelty prizes added for the Wooden Spoon, Dummy Spitting & the Rubber Ducky for those who lost balls into the lake.

The day was made possible with the generous support of our sponsors: Unity Bank, Hall Payne Lawyers, Coverforce, and Taylors Solicitors.

While the scores and swings varied, one thing was certain — the legacy of Wood Duck lives on through the strength of our union family. His dedication to protecting workers’ lives on in every conversation, every shared memory, and every shot played in his honour.

Thank you to everyone who took part. We hope to see you next year!