More than 75 pilots competed in the recent Corryong Cup Hang Gliding competition on Mt Elliot including entrants from all over Australia and some from Norway, America, England and Ireland.
Event organisers, HG Comps, have thanked local land owners for their generosity and understanding including the winner of the land owner prize, David Mitchell. Thanks also go to the Bendigo Bank (Community Bank Mt Beauty – Major Sponsor) for their generous funding of $9950.36,” said Tracey Meyer from HG Comps.
“This enabled us to purchase 25 camp chairs which were placed at launch, bomb-out and the goal paddock. They also sponsored short and long sleeve t-shirts and hoodies for the competition.
“A mid-week social evening ‘Karaoke and Curry’ night at the Tintaldra pub was run with all attendees having a great time, winning prizes, earning valuable points toward their team score and having an awesome time doing it.
“So much fun was had that it is likely to become a regular event!
“Thanks to Darren Jones for serving up some great food and putting up with our sometimes okay but mostly shocking singing. Thank you to this year’s other sponsors Black Sheep Café, Podiatrist’s Own, Corryong IGA, Family Chiropractor, Moyes Gliders and Jason Lannstrom watches.”
Results
- Floater: 1st Jakoda Cummings; 2nd Nicole Forester; 3rd Hayden Emms
- Floater V: 1st Dustan Hansen; 2nd Donny Gardner; 3rd Mark Tymin-ski
- Sport: 1st Troy Horton; 2nd Diego Mendonca; 3rd Andrew Sutton
- Open A: 1st Jonny Durand; 2nd Rory Duncan 3rd Rohan
Holtkamp
- Open B: 1st Todd Wisewould; 2nd Daniel Rhodes 3rd David Drabble
- Trevor Scott ‘Hold My Bundy’ Award: James Atkinson
- Steve ‘Missy’ Elliot Spirit of the Comp Award: Dustan Hanson
- Team Mugs Award (aggregate winning team): Relentless
“Unfortunately, the last three days and the presentation BBQ (which was to be done by Corryong Rotary Club) were cancelled due to the horrific fire situation,” Tracey Meyer said.
“HG Comps will be making a donation on behalf of all the pilots and drivers to the Corryong Rotary Club and to the fire relief effort.”
To learn more about the competition you can check out the Corryong Cup Hang Gliding Competition Facebook page or the website: https://www.hgcomps.com.au/corryong.
“We are always on the lookout for ways we can work in with the community and welcome any suggestions and comments to help improve the experience for everyone involved,” Tracey added.
Next year’s competition is from the 9th to 16th January 2027. If you are a local and would like to get involved as a team driver email HG Comps at corryongcup@hgcomps.com.au.
This article appeared in Corryong Courier, 22 January 2026.
