MORNINGTON golfers are swinging into action this month to raise vital funds for seriously ill children as part of X-Golf’s nationwide Starlight Swing campaign.
As of this week, X-Golf Mornington has already helped raise more than $2000 towards the initiative, which runs throughout the month of November in support of the Starlight Children’s Foundation.
For the first time, X-Golf has launched a specially designed Starlight Swing golf course to celebrate the campaign – a reimagined version of the beloved Pirates Island Golf Course, complete with vibrant Starlight-themed visuals.
The nine-hole course, created by Korean manufacturers in partnership with the X-Golf Group and the Starlight Children’s Foundation, offers players an immersive experience filled with animated effects designed to make every swing memorable.
With a national fundraising goal of $33,500, X-Golf hopes to grant five life-changing wishes for children in need, spreading joy, laughter, and hope across its 30 venues nationwide.
X-Golf’s Peter Nolan said he understood the importance of the cause on a personal level.
Having undergone chemotherapy for Hodgkin’s Lymphoma in 2014, he has seen firsthand the difference Starlight’s work can make.
“It’s not just about fighting illness – it’s about giving kids moments of joy, hope and normalcy when they really need it,” he said.
“Every small act of care counts and we’re proud to see our venues and communities come together for such an important cause.”
The Starlight Swing invites players of all abilities to take part. For a $10 donation, golfers can visit their local X-Golf to play the nine-hole course either solo or in a 2–4 player scramble, knowing every swing helps make a difference.
First published in the Mornington News – 11 November 2025
