The Full Story
About The Holsh Experience
In 2017, eighty friends celebrated a 40th birthday at the Ashes test in Brisbane. All were dressed in Stormtrooper kits designed specifically for the Aussie summer. The birthday boy, Holsh, was dressed as Darth Vader. They called themselves the Gabbatroopers.
Four years on, the army of Troopers is more than 500 strong and 15 other characters have made guest appearances.
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The group has grown organically, growing through the word of those that have experienced these magical days. Wonderful people creating 'larger than life' memories.
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May the fours be with us for years to come.
About Holsh
Organising moments out of the ordinary has been Holsh's passion and love all his life. He is truly happy when he sees his visions come to life for others to embrace.
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The small details have always been his strength and trying to always challenge the 'normal', believing you should never let things get stale. Fresh ideas to keep each experience feel new.
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He lives in Townsville with his wonderful wife, Kate, and two young boys - Ollie and Ezra.
Raising awareness for
Men's Mental Health
Something very close to his heart, Men's Mental Health, is always at the forefront of these events. Holsh has used the Gabbatroopers as a base to establish the '100km Imperial March for Mates' event which has raised more than $38,000 for Movember over the past two years.
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He hopes his open nature on the subject regarding his own struggles will help others to share and overcome their own personal hurdles.
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Prior to that, fundraising efforts also supported the National Bushfire Appeal in 2019.
