Last-minute sign up leads to big win at golf club

Mr Miller is the lucky winner of a BMW, which is part of the Funtastic Friday promotion at Rich River Golf Club.

Remarkably, Mr Miller had only become a member of the club that evening.

“The 12-week promotion had various components, and part of it was a BMW giveaway,” Rich River Golf Club marketing and events manager Deanne Armstrong said.

“Members had to spend at least $10 to enter, and every Friday night, we drew two keys.

“On the night of the event, Andrew joined and got one of the lucky finalist spots.

“He paid a $5 membership fee.

“It was quite thrilling when Andrew, being the last finalist, ended up with the key that unlocked the BMW.”

Shepparton BMW general manager Glenn Goodall described the vehicle, a black BMW 1 series 118i M sport, as containing “all the features you can imagine with a BMW” and valued at approximately $66,000.

He said Mr Miller was very lucky and also emphasised the value of partnerships like these with local organisations.

“This isn’t the first time we’ve done something like this,” Mr Goodall said.

“We’ve also had hole-in-one prizes. It’s a way for us to engage with local clubs and businesses.”

According to Mr Goodall, the atmosphere on the night was intense.

“Every finalist from the 12-week promotion was there, but only one key could open the car,” he said.

“As it happened, Andrew had the last key, and it unlocked the car.”

Mr Miller himself was still soaking it all in.

“It’s pretty surreal,” he said.

“I was there with my friends for a golf trip and signed up for a membership mainly for the drinks discount.

“When my membership number got pulled out, I couldn’t believe it.”

Living in Horsham, that was only the second time Mr Miller was at the club.

“Thanks to Shepparton BMW and the club, it’s a fantastic prize to win,” he said.

“I couldn’t think of a better prize, honestly. We’ve already booked a few trips for next year.”