14th October 2020
News Archive
12th October 2020
Mixed Foursomes Champions 2020
Congratulations to Kerri Ahearn and Deano Bubeck on defending their title to win this years Mixed Foursomes Championships with a score of 83.
In the Nett section Steven Porch and Louise Verge were victorious with a nett score of 67.5.
They now head into the George Lowe matchplay as the number one seeds and will play John Grace & Jan Saville. In the other semi final we have second seeds Tobie Davie and Jenni Church coming up against Alan Peace & Kylie Wendt.
It really is pleasing to see some new faces getting out on our mixed days and mixing with our always ever supportive members.
Click here for George Lowe Matchplay Draw
1st October 2020
Daylight Savings starts this Sunday 4th October
Remember to turn your clocks forward 1 Hour this Sunday at 2am .
28th September 2020
Upcoming Events
The restrictions over the past 6 months have played havoc with our 2020 programme of events for both our ladies, men’s and mixed competitions.
We anticipate that competition golf will slowly return to some normality in the comings weeks/months, and we see it best fit to attempt to reschedule as many board and major events as possible. Over the coming weeks we will make an announcement as to how we expect the rest of the year will play out.
With that being said, I am pleased to announce that the 2020 Mixed Foursomes Championships will be held on Sunday 11th October 2020. In conjunction, the top 2 pairs with the best nett scores will play off for the George Lowe Trophy at a time that suits all players.
Unfortunately current restrictions don’t allow for presentations after golf but we would certainly like to have as many of you back in the clubhouse for a drink afterwards so we will be having a rolling start from 11:00am off the 1st & 10th tees. This enables the bistro to be near vacant by the time the first groups finish and we can enjoy each other’s company either on the terrace or alfresco (weather dependent) before dinner service begins at 5:30pm. We also invite you to make a dinner booking and stay around a bit longer.
For any of you golfers male or female, who don’t have a partner, let me know and I will endevour to pair you with someone for the event.
Additional to this, the Ellis Tinker Mixed Canadian will now be played in conjunction with the Annual tournament mixed event on Sunday 25th October. More to follow on the tournament shortly…
With that being said, I am pleased to announce that the 2020 Mixed Foursomes Championships will be held on Sunday 11th October 2020. In conjunction, the top 2 pairs with the best nett scores will play off for the George Lowe Trophy at a time that suits all players.
Unfortunately current restrictions don’t allow for presentations after golf but we would certainly like to have as many of you back in the clubhouse for a drink afterwards so we will be having a rolling start from 11:00am off the 1st & 10th tees. This enables the bistro to be near vacant by the time the first groups finish and we can enjoy each other’s company either on the terrace or alfresco (weather dependent) before dinner service begins at 5:30pm. We also invite you to make a dinner booking and stay around a bit longer.
For any of you golfers male or female, who don’t have a partner, let me know and I will endevour to pair you with someone for the event.
Additional to this, the Ellis Tinker Mixed Canadian will now be played in conjunction with the Annual tournament mixed event on Sunday 25th October. More to follow on the tournament shortly…
Sunday 11th October
Mixed Foursomes Championships
MIXED FOURSOMES FORMAT A team shall consist of one male player and one female player. The team handicap is half the players combined handicaps.
PRIZES: Prizes shall be awarded in the following categories:
i. Foursomes Champions
ii. Runners Up
iii. Nett Winners
iv. Nett Runners Up
Other prizes as determined by the Event Committee and depending on the number of entrants. – The same team shall NOT be awarded both Gross and Nett prizes.
In the event of a tie in the gross section, a 3-hole playoff (Holes 1,2 & 3) will take place as soon as practicable. Should players still be tied, a sudden death playoff will be held over the same holes until one player secures the advantage. Ties in net divisions to be decided by count back.
PRIZES: Prizes shall be awarded in the following categories:
i. Foursomes Champions
ii. Runners Up
iii. Nett Winners
iv. Nett Runners Up
Other prizes as determined by the Event Committee and depending on the number of entrants. – The same team shall NOT be awarded both Gross and Nett prizes.
In the event of a tie in the gross section, a 3-hole playoff (Holes 1,2 & 3) will take place as soon as practicable. Should players still be tied, a sudden death playoff will be held over the same holes until one player secures the advantage. Ties in net divisions to be decided by count back.
George Lowe Trophy
Leading 2 nett scores (if available) from the Mixed Foursomes results will be eligible for the George Lowe Trophy, Handicap matchplay to be played;
Final: TBC (to be agreed upon by both pairs)
Scrollable
Yours in Golf
Heath
Director of Golf
23rd September 2020
Venue Closure on Mondays
Members are advised that from next Monday 28 September the Club will close its Venue operations every Monday until further notice. Please note that this excludes our Golf Course and Pro Shop operations.
The reasons for this decision are as follows:
- From Monday 28 September there are significant cuts to JobKeeper payments. This now means that it is no longer possible for the Club’s wage costs to be fully funded by JobKeeper, as they have been up until now.
- Monday is our less patronised day of the week.
- The current patron restrictions (20 indoors and 50 outdoors) means that the customer impact of this decision is not great.
- It is a financially responsible and prudent action.
This is an interim decision that I expect will be in place for what we hope is only 8 weeks based on the following assumptions.
- The Government’s COVID Roadmap indicates the “last step” to be taken on 23 November 2020, subject to the COVID case thresholds being met.
- The “last step” enables indoor dining and the much anticipated reopening of gaming.
From 23 November 2020 the Club expects to get back to some normality which includes resumption of indoor dining, less patron restrictions and the opening of gaming.
For now, you can still enjoy the Club 6 days a week. Our operating hours are Tuesday to Sunday from 11.30am to 9.30pm (or later if required).
Our Bistro remains open for lunch and dinner for the following times:
Tuesday to Sunday Lunch: 12pm – 2pm
Tuesday to Thursday & Sunday Dinner: 5.30pm – 8pm
Friday and Saturday Dinner: 5.30pm – 9pm
The Bar is open Tuesday to Sunday from 3pm to 5pm, it is important to note that outside these hours the Bar is closed due to patron restrictions.
I wish to acknowledge the support the Club is receiving from Members during these difficult times. We look forward to a return to normal operations over the coming months and Members being able to enjoy the full range of Member services.
Michael Hodge
Chief Executive Officer
Warragul Country Club
