We are excited to welcome you to another edition of Moonbase in Twizel where you will get to play and compete on two very different but equally challenging and much loved disc golf courses: The Twizel Greenbelt & Twizel River Reserve courses. Doubles is optional and will be held on Friday, 10th October. Singles will take place on Saturday & Sunday, 11th & 12th October.
Entry Fees as follows:
($5 discount for current Disc Golf Wanaka and Disc Golf Twizel members with emailed code)
$105 Pro Entry
$105 Am Entry
$65 Junior Entry______________________________________________________________________
Friday 10th October 2025
Doubles or Practice day if you prefer to not play doubles.
10:30 Players meeting at HQ just round the corner from the end of Dobson Place.
Then two rounds of modified best shot (no more than two consecutive drives from either player).
One round at each course (The River Course & The Greenbelt Course)
Doubles is flex start from 10.30am, so if you can’t make the players meeting, grab a scorecard from HQ, find a pair to play with, find a start hole on either course and get into it!
** Any woman, no matter your division, please play off the mixed (B) tees although no penalty for playing off the A tees.
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Singles
All players will play two rounds of both the Greenbelt and River courses on the Saturday and the same on the Sunday. So four rounds total = 72 holes.
Saturday 11th October 8:30am
Meet at HQ on the Greenbelt Course (at the end of Dobson Place).
Players Meeting and welcome ***We recommend attendance for crucial course information***
Round 1
Round 2
Sunday 12th October
Round 3
Round 4
Basket pyramid shoot out in advance of prizegiving!
Prizegiving
Trophies, raffle drawn, short speeches and plenty of thanks! Please come along! You might score a prize!
We will do our best to stick to these times but reserve the right to adjust timings if necessary.
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Disc Golf Wanaka reserves the right to remove a division if there are less than three players in that division at the close of registration.
We will do our best to help you choose the next appropriate division.
Disc Golf Wanaka Incorporated is responsible for all refunds and cancellations.
Players who officially request to withdraw from this event at least 30 days before the start of the event (before September 10th 2025) will receive a 100% monetary refund of their entry fee (minus PayPal, discgolfscene fees and a $10 admin / refund handling fee).
Players who officially request to withdraw from this event 15 to 29 days before the start of this event (between 11th and 25th September) will receive a 100% monetary refund of their entry fee (minus $25 player pack costs , PayPal and discgolfscene fees and a $10 admin / refund handling fee) only if their spot in the tournament is filled by another player. If the player’s spot is not filled, the player will receive a 50% monetary refund.
Players who officially request to withdraw from this event within 14 days of the start of the event (26th September or after) will receive a 100% monetary refund (minus $25 player pack costs, PayPal and discgolfscene fees and a $10 admin / refund handling fee) only if their spot in the tournament is filled by another player. If the player’s spot is not filled, the player will receive a 25% monetary refund.
Players who request withdrawal after the published close of registration (October 3rd at 6pm) are not entitled to a refund.
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IF FINANCES ALLOW
We will endeavour to make the pro division player payout at least NZD$1000 despite the PDGA C-Tier status of this event requiring no payout. (see the table on page 19
https://www.pdga.com/files/2025_international_program_guide_updated_061825.pdf )
IF FINANCES ALLOW
The amateur player voucher payout will also continue to be at least NZD$1000 despite the C-Tier status of this event requiring no payout to amateurs (as per PDGA International Program Guide above).
You will notice we are now charging the same price for pros and amateurs in order to cover the costs of both of the above mentioned 'payouts' with the amateur divisions also receiving a $25 value player pack.
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A note from TD Martin Galley
As the Tournament Director of this and over 25 disc golf tournaments in the past 13 years, I do very much enjoy organising and running these events. However, in recent times there seems to be a growing tendency for players to leave before the official prizegiving ceremony has begun.
I'd like to share some thoughts about what I consider to be the importance of attending prizegiving for all players and those involved in the tournament.
I believe that attending the prizegiving ceremony at a disc golf tournament is about more than just collecting awards. I consider it a meaningful event for players, organisers, and supporters alike. Here are several reasons why I think your presence matters:
Celebrating Achievement
- Recognises the hard work, skill, and dedication of all participants.
- Provides winners with the chance to be acknowledged in front of their peers.
Building Community
- Strengthens bonds among players, volunteers, and spectators.
- Allows everyone to support one another and share in the spirit of our great game and sport.
Appreciating Organisers and Sponsors
- Shows gratitude for the effort put in by organisers, volunteers, and sponsors who make the event possible.
- Demonstrates that the contributions of the wider community are valued and appreciated.
Encouraging Sportsmanship
- Sets a positive example for others, especially newer players, about graciousness in both victory and defeat.
- Promotes respect, humility, and the sporting values that disc golf upholds.
Closing the Event on a High Note
- Provides closure and a sense of celebration at the end of the tournament.
- Allows for memorable moments and photo opportunities that make the event more special.
Fostering Future Participation
- Inspires more people to play, volunteer, or sponsor future tournaments.
- Highlights the welcoming and supportive nature of the disc golf community.
PLEASE NOTE trophies and prizes will only be given out at the prizegiving ceremony. If you cannot attend then the responsibility is yours to collect any trophies and or other prizes after the prizegiving ceremony is complete.
I do believe that attending the prizegiving is a meaningful way to contribute to the positive, friendly and inclusive atmosphere that characterises our great game and sport. Your presence helps celebrate achievements, build lasting friendships, and ensure everyone feels recognised and valued.
Myself and the Moonbase XI organising committee very much look forward to hosting you all in the Mackenzie Basin.
Warm regards,
Martin Galley
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