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The Mullumbimby Tennis Club is gearing up for Christmas party with the AO 1-Point Slam and NETLeague Finals in play.

Mullumbimby Tennis Club is set to wrap up the year in style with a community Christmas celebration this Saturday, 13 December bringing together players, families, and tennis lovers from across the shire.

$5,000 prize

The day will feature the AO 1-Point Slam, where players can take their shot at winning amazing prizes, including a trip to the Australian Open and $5,000 for the winner’s local club.

Hosted by Mullumbimby Tennis Club

The Mullumbimby Tennis Club will also host the NET League finals for all three divisions, with an exciting finish to what has been another strong season of inter-club tennis across the region.

This year’s grand finals lineup includes:

A Grade: Byron Bay vs Bangalow – a blockbuster rematch of last season’s final.

B Grade: Bangalow vs Suffolk Park – Suffolk Park step in as lucky losers, after Alstonville unfortunately withdrew due to their entire junior squad being away for representative competitions.

C Grade: Mullumbimby vs Bangalow – the home team chasing glory on local soil.

Festivities begin from 1pm, with a club BBQ, music, and a relaxed afternoon atmosphere before the on-court action starts.

Matchplay begins from 2pm, with spectators encouraged to come down, support the players, and enjoy the lively community atmosphere.



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