Golf Shop Relocation

From Monday 13 October, the Golf Shop will move to operate and distribute range balls from the reception desk.  This will allow for works to be completed both internally in the Clubhouse Library, and outside in the sunken garden.  

Golf Shop Building Works

Golf Shop building works have contnued to progress in a timely fashion.  A lots of prep work has been done this week in anticipation of the timber beams being installed.  Painting on the front side of the shop has also commenced for completion prior to the install of the large beams. 

A summary of works completed since the last update is below:

Timber Battens

The installation of timber battens has commenced along the cart staging area.  These will tie in with the existing timber on the cart storage area and will continue a round the bottom of the Golf Shop area.

Sliding Gate

Framing for the gate and screening below the Golf Shop has continued.  This area will not only tidy up the exterior look of the shop, but also improve the area for back of house operations.

Electric Shutters 

Electric shutters were installed on Tuesday afternoon.  Following the removal of the old shutters earlier in the project, these are more in line with the look of the Clubhouse.  Following the installation of the beams, the top will be hidden.

Timber Posts

Prep work continued prior to the installation of the timber beams.  The cutouts were done and will allow for seamless installation onto the anchors when the time comes.

Course

Volunteers Required - Poa Dabbing Day

Despite the temperature starting to warm up, winter grass is still active - we’re calling for volunteers to help dab poa and protect our young couch surfaces.

This hands-on approach avoids broad spraying and gives the turf its best chance to thrive.

Please register your availability to assist by booking via the button below. 

Thursday 23 October - 8:00am start | Thank you lunch to follow - what a great opportunity to see some of the course!

Course Photos

Weather has started to warm, the first stage of growth has started to occur in the fairways (grass greening up).  Second stage growth (the roots starting to run) is yet to occur, this is the critical stage for grow in. This occurs when the soil temperature (not air temperature) is around 22*C .

Photographer, Henry Peters was out earlier in the week capturing some of the incredible work that has taken place thus far. 

From Golf Australia

Public Liability Insurance

Golf Australia has appointed leading insurer HDI Global SE, Australia and DXC as the official insurer and claims handler for the Players Liability Insurance Policy.  Importantly, this transition will ensure the current level of coverage for members will remain unchanged, while improving the claims process with the addition of a simple online claims form. 

As announced in July, in conjunction with our broker Marsh, Golf Australia conducted a global insurance market review to identify leading providers that would meet the industry requirements for our Insurer and Claims Management partner, with a clear aim of enhancing the claims experience for any member requiring coverage under the policy. This process was critical to preserve the long-term viability of the policy ensuring we could continue to provide coverage to the 450,000 plus affiliated golf club members in the event of causing serious injury to a third party as per the original intent of the policy.

Policy Coverage: The existing policy terms will transfer to the new provider. As a reminder, the following outlines how the policy will continue to operate in practice:     

• Personal Injury Claims – Typically, this is where an affiliated golf club member hits a golf ball that causes injury to another person. For these claims, no excess applies.
• Property Damage Claims – Typically, this is where an affiliated golf club member hits a golf ball that causes damage to a neighbouring property or motor vehicle.  For these claims, a $1,000 excess applies.
• Exclusions – The policy excludes any claim in connection with third party property damage to Golf Carts and Personal Electronic Devices. Typically, this is where an affiliated golf club member collides into another golf cart or causes damage to another person’s Electronic Device.  Please note, if a member collides into a person causing personal injury or other property while in a golf cart (e.g. Car), then this would be covered.

Claims Process: All claims will now be able to be submitted via this new digital form, allowing for a simplified process for both clubs and members, and faster response times to member claims with a professional dedicated claims team who understand the needs of our members.

Any claims which may be inadvertently submitted by a club to the old provider, Sportscover, after October 1 will be forwarded to the new provider.

Golf Connect

Activate your Golf ID and explore the new GOLF.com.au

We have completed the transition to Golf Australia’s new digital platform — Golf Australia CONNECT.

Members can now activate their Golf ID, download the new Golf Australia App, and view their official GA Handicap online.

Your new Golf ID

Your former GOLF Link number is now your Golf ID for life.

You’ll use it to log in, post scores, and manage your golfing profile across all Golf Australia platforms.

How to get started 

1. Visit GOLF.com.au/sign-up
2. Enter your Golf ID – you’ll receive a verification email to your registered address
3. Create a new password and confirm your profile details
4. Download the Golf Australia Official App from the App Store or Google Play

Tip: If you don’t receive your verification email, check your junk folder first. If you no longer have access to the email linked to your account, please contact our [insert club administrator or Onboarding Champion name] to update your details.

*Golf Australia cannot update member email addresses directly due to privacy requirements.

What’s new

The new digital platform gives you access to:

• A personal portal to view your GA Handicap, score history, and playing trends
• The ability to enter competition and social rounds directly through the Golf Australia App (for participating clubs)
• Integration with our club’s existing scoring app (if applicable – insert name here)
• Golf experiences near you – from lessons to public courses and driving ranges
• Live coverage of the Challenger PGA Tour of Australasia, WPGA Tour and major amateur events
• Rules guidance, news, and golf tips – all in one place

Need help?

• Club support: Contact our [insert club contact or Golf Onboarding Champion details]
• Golf Australia support: Visit help.golf.com.au or use the contact form at golf.com.au/contact-us

As more than 450,000 golfers and 1,900 clubs transition to the new system, you may notice some temporary performance slowdowns across GOLF.com.au and the app. Golf Australia appreciates everyone’s patience as these updates settle in.

We’re excited about this major digital upgrade for Australian golf and the benefits it brings to our club and members. Activate your Golf ID today and explore the new home of golf at GOLF.com.au.

Election of Officers and Committee

(Refer Articles 24 and 28)

Any eligible Member who is part of the General Body of Members wishing to nominate a Member to serve as an Officer or as a Committee Member may collect a nomination form from the office.

The General Body of Members means all Members other than those who belong to the following categories of membership:

Honorary Members, Special Members, Temporary Members, Young/Young Country Members (under 18 years), Absentee Members, Non-Golfing Members, Social Members, Cadet Members and any category created under Article 8.17.

Life, Full and Young Members over the age of 18 who are financial Members and who are natural persons are entitled to be nominated and/or elected as an Officer or to the Committee.

Nominations open on Tuesday 21 October 2025 and completed forms must be returned to the office by 5.00pm Tuesday 28 October 2025, together with an appropriately sized photograph of the applicant to attach to the nomination form.

The updated Constitution and By Laws are available on the Club website (Club Information -> Policies).