Through Lotus Living’s recent new partnership with Melbourne Storm, some members of the team took their first opportunity to take some time out from the current NRL season and visited Yarrawonga.

Through Lotus Living’s recent new partnership with Melbourne Storm, some members of the team took their first opportunity to take some time out from the current NRL season and visited Yarrawonga. They had already heard all the buzz about Lotus Living’s multi-award-winning The Sebel Yarrawonga and stunning Black Bull Golf Course and couldn’t wait to get up here at their first chance to experience for themselves. And even though they were up there for some recreational activity, they made time whilst on the golf course to also raise some further important funds for a mutual charity both Storm and Lotus support and care deeply about, The Starlight Foundation.

The Melbourne Storm high profile players and key staff included Christian Welch – Captain of the Melbourne Storm, Ryan Papenhuyzen – Fullback, and Jahrome Hughes – Halfback, Matt Tripp – Chairman of Melbourne Storm, Tom Carroll – Owner of Melbourne Storm, all creating a bit of excitement in the town.  They had a few rounds at Black Bull Golf Course and stayed at The Sebel Yarrawonga enjoying all the facilities and surrounds.

The playful banter extended way beyond the rugby field on the golf course adding a new dimension of connection between the team where they clearly demonstrated their pretty good golfing skills.  It was great they could just chill and relax during their stay.

The team’s decision to also combine their love for golf with a charitable cause showcased their commitment to making a positive impact beyond the rugby field.  Both Melbourne Storm and Lotus Living support the Starlight Foundation, a renowned charity dedicated to brightening the lives of seriously ill children and their families. Through their fundraising efforts with a bit of fun on the Black Bull Golf Course along with golf Professional James McCully, the Melbourne Storm players demonstrated their support and compassion for those in need. They not only raised funds to directly help children facing health challenges but also spread awareness about the vital services and support provided by the Starlight Foundation.

Matt Tripp, CEO of Melbourne Storm said, “The weekend was incredible. Everyone involved at the Storm had a wonderful time. Being a local, I was really proud to be able to help showcase what our great town has to offer. The food, service, and overall hospitality at the Sebel was first class. We’re really excited about a long-term partnership with Lotus Living and we look forward to supporting them over the coming years”.

Lotus Living has become the latest addition to Melbourne Storm’s partnership group. The partnership, launched with a unique nearest the pin golf competition at Storm’s training ground, includes match day and digital assets, as well as promotional opportunities with the club’s NRL squad.

Lotus Living has become the latest addition to Melbourne Storm’s partnership group.

Lotus Living has major residential projects in Melbourne’s west at Wyndham Vale, one of the heartland areas for rugby league and Storm membership, and on the Victoria-New South Wales border at Yarrawonga.

Lotus Living has partnered with Melbourne Storm for the remainder of the 2023 NRL season.

The partnership, launched with a unique nearest the pin golf competition at Storm’s training ground, includes match day and digital assets, as well as promotional opportunities with the club’s NRL squad.

Founded in 1988 by the Bozzo family, Lotus Living is a family-owned property development company with a vision to create communities with true heart and soul.

Jubilee is Lotus Living’s project in Wyndham Vale. Launched in 2014, it will be a masterplanned community of more than 7000 homes when completed.

Jubilee offers its residents outstanding amenity including Club Jubilee One, Australia’s first private indoor water park, a multi-million-dollar Neighbourhood Centre, schools, parks and easy access to public transport.

The Silverwoods Resort is Lotus Living’s project in Yarrawonga and this residential, hotel and golf course development offers residents and guests the best of waterfront living, luxury regional accommodation, and the world-class 18-hole Black Bull golf course.

Storm Chief Commercial Officer Daniel Cullinan said the partnership was Lotus Living’s first with an NRL club.

“We’re excited to be partnership with Lotus Living – a family-owned company from here in Melbourne with strong connections to one of Storm’s strongholds in the west,” Cullinan said.

“We look forward to highlighting what Lotus Living is achieving with its community focussed projects at Wyndham Vale and Yarrawonga and assisting with their growth plans.”

Peter Bozzo, Managing Director of Bozzo Group, which includes Lotus Living, said: “Melbourne Storm has built a reputation as a professional and progressive club, and we look forward to aligning with the club for the 2023 season.

“Lotus Living has several projects which we will showcase to the rugby league community in Victoria, including Jubilee in Wyndham Vale and the multi-award winning Silverwoods Resort in Yarrawonga which includes The Sebel Yarrawonga and Black Bull championship golf course designed by Thomson Perrett.

“Jubilee is ideally located in Melbourne’s south-west, which is also one of the Storm’s most strongly supported areas in the state.

“We see the Storm partnership as an ideal asset to assist in the growth of our brand and projects and thank Daniel and the Storm team for the opportunity to join one of the most successful sporting organisations in the country.”