History made at Bream Bay Classic

Now in its 27th year, a Waipu club member has finally won the prestigious Bream Bay Classic event. 

Up-and-coming Waipu junior Chase McKeown (pictured) finished 6 shots clear of the field with a three round score of 229, improving his national order of merit rating from 134 to 50.

The 17-year-old was also part of the Whangarei Boys High School team that won the national secondary boys title at the same course just a few weeks ago.

The master’s winner was Michael Leeper from Omaha Beach while the ladies winner was Brittney Dryland from Titirangi, who finished 8 shots ahead of her closest rival Kylie Jacoby.

Sponsors for th event include Pak ‘n Save, Fresha Valley, Ruakaka Tavern, Northpine, Waipu Medical Centre, Kauri Cliffs, Waipu Cove resort, Bream Bay Motel, Bream Bay Accommodation, Pure Essence.