Monday, August 31, 2015

F-Troop - Monday 31st August 2015


F-Troop Morning Tea - Peter Martin, Trevor Harrison, Kevin O'Brien, Duncan Dyer, Di Beechey, Mark Stimpson, Anne Burgess, Geoff Bridge, Rob Benson (Jan Martin)


Timber Structures donated by Duncan Dyer


F-Troopers loading up the structures to take to the Golf Club.


F-Troopers Peter Martin and Di Beechey loading sleepers donated by Duncan Dyer for use in the gardens and paths at the Golf Club.





Garden at the back of the 5th Tee cleaned up by F-Troopers Di Beechey and Anne Burgess.




Gardens at the 14th Bush toilets, weeded, watered and fertilised 


Beautiful Red Poppies emerging in the gardens at the 
BBQ area tended by F-Trooper Anne Burgess.


Spring is happening and plenty of work to be done as everything will now start growing in the warmer months.

The Green Staff were doing course maintenance today so we were restricted with our use of the tractor. We can always find other things to do and luckily we had enough volunteers to get some projects done.

On hand were Duncan Dyer, Trevor Harrison, Kevin O'Brien, Rob Benson, Geoff Bridge, Peter Martin, Di Beechey, Anne Burgess and Jan Martin.

We went as a group to pick up two wooden structures and some sleepers that were donated to the club by Duncan Dyer.  These can be put to good use around the course - Thank you Duncan!

After that the boys did some tree maintenance and cleaned up the gutter on the 8th fairway.

Di and Anne planted some azaleas at the small garden at the 2nd and then cleaned out the garden at the back if the 5th green.

I worked at the 14th Bush toilets, cleaning up the area, weeding, watering and fertilising. After that I cleaned up the fireweed growing at the 13th dam, watered and fertilised all the potted plants, the wedding garden and the gardens at the 1st and 10th tees.

This morning we were rewarded with a huge morning tea, scones, cream and Jam from the kitchen and savoury bread and cakes from Barto.  Thank you very much Luke and Barto!

YES!  WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

Sunday, August 30, 2015

Golf - Sunday 30th August 2015 - 2nd Round of the Team Series


Sheena Asken, Nigel Asken and Anne Burke 
Winners of the 2nd Round of the Team Series
with Tom Ballard - Assistant Club Professional


Wally Robertson, (Rhonda Robertson, Shane Carty and Odette Carty)
Runners up 2nd Round of the Team Series
with Tom Ballard - Assistant Club Professional


Garry Baillie - Winner of the Men's Singles
with Tom Ballard - Assistant Club Professional


Anne Burke - Winner of the Ladies Singles
with Tom Ballard Assistant Club Progessional


 Jan Martin - Runner Up Ladies Singles
with Tom Ballard Assistant club Professional 



Scoreboard - After the second Round of the Team Series
Click on the Image to enlarge it to viewing size


With Sheila Williams and Paul Scholberg at the 1st Tee


Our golfing partners/opposition today were Paul Scholberg and Sheila Williams and we had a lovely day on the Village Green. We did have some good highlights with both Sheila and myself having 4 pointers, a par 4/4 from Sheila at the 16th, a gobbler 4/4 at the 4th, a 3/4 at the 5th, a 3/4 at the 12th from me - we (Sheila and I ) won a ball and I won a shirt for coming in Runner Up in the Ladies - How good can it get.

The Golf Event of the day was the 2nd Round of the 31st Annual Mixed Team Series
Single Stableford - PROUDLY SPONSORED BY SRIXON

We had 86 starters with 17 daily players.

RESULTS:

TEAM RESULTS:

WINNERS: Nigel Asken, Sheena Asken. Adrian Burke and Anne Burke - 112 points

RUNNERS UP: Wal Robertson, Rhonda Robertson, Shane Carty and Odette Carty - 108 points

MEN'S SINGLES RESULTS:

WINNER: Garry Baillie - 43 points

RUNNER UP: Shane Carty - 40 points

WOMEN'S SINGLES RESULTS: 

WINNER : Anne Burke - 39 points

RUNNER UP: Jan Martin - 37 points (Hooray!)

NEAREST THE PINS:

5TH HOLE:

MEN: Duncan Dyer

WOMEN: Annette Cross

8TH HOLE:

MEN: Steven Cross

WOMEN: Sandy Laybutt

12TH HOLE: 

MEN: Clyde Cruickshanks

WOMEN: Mary Bromwich

14TH HOLE:

MEN: Robbie Whyte

WOMEN: Lorraine Bignall

BALLS WENT TO: To be advised

DSR MEN: To be advised

DSR WOMEN: To be advised

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE DAY as reported to me: At this time I suspect that I have left my notes of highlights on the table at the club. If they come to hand I will update the blog accordingly. I know there were some good highlights and congratulations to everyone that had highlights today!

Unfortunately the Club computer system was down today which will cause delay in the final Golf Link Results to come through. well done Tommy and Di in difficult circumstances to get the series up and running.


Saturday, August 29, 2015

Golf - Saturday 29th August 2015

The Golf Event of the day was a Men's Single Stableford + Team 1 x 2 x 3

We had 198 starters with 14 visitors from Everglades, Kooindah Waters, Manilla, Oatlands, Mona Vale, Shelly Beach and Tamworth.

RESULTS:

TEAM EVENT RESULTS:

WINNERS: Gary Sammons, Michael Crookes, Adam Westrup and Paul R Smith - 92 points

RUNNERS UP: Rick Cranna, Ian Hamilton, Colin Willis and Dick Leaver - 88 points

MEN'S SINGLES RESULTS: 

WINNER: Keith Potter - 41 points on a countback

RUNNER UP: Mark Smith - 41 points on a countback

3RD: Jemison Fitzgerald - 41 points

NEAREST THE PIN 12TH HOLE:

A GRADE: Adam Jennians

B GRADE: Lindsay Morgan

C GRADE: Ross Sharman

NEAREST THE PIN 8TH HOLE - OVER THE FIELD:

WINNER: Max Garske ( Mona Vale)

BALLS WENT TO: 34 points on a countback

DSR: 70

CONGRATULATIONS TO ANTHONY HANNA  on the birth of his second child - Lachlan George William Hanna, 7 lbs 8, 51 cms long, born on 26th August 3 weeks early.
Well done Ranga!

Friday, August 28, 2015

Rock and Roll Night - Friday 28th August 2015


Table Settings for the Rock n Roll Night.



Club Supporters for the Rock n Roll Night

Our staff looked great in their Rock n Roll outfits, the $25 ph buffet by our Chef Luke was very nice, Hot Pasta, Lamb, Chicken, mini hamburgers, hot veggies, a selection of salads, mashed potatoes, gravy, salad dressings, bread rolls and two different desserts. 

We were sadly lacking in Member numbers however Ronda Jordon won the $50 members draw and was present to claim her prize.  The Members Draw was worth $2,250 but the winning member was not present at the club to claim the cash.


Thursday, August 27, 2015

Golf - Friday 28th August 2015

The Golf Event of the day was a Medley Par.

We had 74 starters with 8 visitors from Everglades, Magenta Shores, Shelly Beach, Qantas, Taree, Terrigal and Wyong.

RESULTS:

CONGRATULATIONS TO LINDSAY MORGAN FOR A HOLE-IN-ONE ON THE 14TH!

MEDLEY SINGLES RESULTS:

WINNER: John Harrison - Plus 7

RUNNER UP:  Peter L Smith - Plus 4

3RD: Leo Hawley - Plus 3

NEAREST THE PINS:

MEN'S 12TH: Daniel Webster

LADIES 8TH: Helen Potter

BALLS WENT TO: Minus 1 (neat)

DSR MEN: 70

DSR WOMEN: 74

Wednesday, August 26, 2015

Golf - Thursday 27th August 2015

The Golf Event of the day was a Ladies Single Stableford - Over the Field + Final Round of the Ladies Singles Knock Out.

We had 22 Starters.

RESULTS:

SINGLES KNOCKOUT RESULTS:

DIVISION 1:

Rhonda Robertson def. Sharon Anderson at the 19th.

DIVISION 2:

Sheila Williams def. Robyn Phillips 6 - 4

SINGLE STABLEFORD RESULTS:

WINNER: Jan Walker - 36 points on a countback

RUNNER UP: Carolyn Buttsworth - 36 points

3RD: Ronda Jordon - 33 points

NEAREST THE PIN 14TH HOLE:

0 TO 32: Jan Walker

33 TO 45 SECOND SHOT: Ronda Jordon

BALLS WENT TO: 29 points (neat)

BALL COMPETITION:

Lesley Gregory

Kay Baillie

Robyn Johnston

DSR: To be advised

Golf - Wednesday 26th August 2015

The Golf Event of the day was a Men's Single Stableford+ 2 Ball Team

We had 122 starters with 9 visitors from Everglades, Gawler, Toukley, Trundle, Woolaware

RESULTS:

2 BALL TEAM RESULTS:

WINNERS: David Boyd and Warren Dunkel - 46 points

MEN'S SINGLES RESULTS:

WINNER: David Sillick - 41 points

RUNNER UP: Warren Dunkel - 38 points

3RD: Mark Stimpson - 37 points on a countback

WINNER SINGLE SCRATCH: Mark Stimpson - 29 points

 NEAREST THE PIN 12TH HOLE:

A GRADE: Michael Upton

B GRADE: Dave Sillick

C GRADE: John Lumsden ( Everglades) 

NEAREST THE PIN 8TH HOLE OVER THE FIELD:

WINNER: Brent Mungovan

BALLS WENT TO: 34 points (neat)

DSR: 71




Tuesday, August 25, 2015

Golf - Tuesday 25th August 2015 - Hawks Nest Visit


Gosford Lady Golfers at Hawks Nest after a very successful day.


Winners are grinners - some of the Winners at Hawks Nest 
Joyce Bosely, Marianne Lanham, Jan Martin, Bev Adams and Bernadette Kirkman


Voucher, Chocolates and a golf ball - how good can it get!


Norma Cubis - Winner of the daily raffle!


Presentation at Hawks Nest



With Yvonne Cumming, Glennis English, Luke (club trainee) and Leonie Casey


Hawks Nest Trainee Luke driving my ball for a $2 donation 
Luke and Club supporter Rex manned the tee for the morning
hitting drives for girls willing to make a gold coin donation.


We had a great day at Hawks Nest today in perfect weather.  

40 of us travelled by bus with no hiccups this time.  Everything went to plan thanks to Marianne Lanham's organisation skills and the friendly welcome from the Hawks Nest Ladies starting with morning tea on our arrival.

Our ladies fared well in the trophy count with a total of 103 starters on the day.


Monday, August 24, 2015

F-Troop - Monday 24th August 2015


F-Troop Morning Tea - Anne Burgess, Rob Benson, Geoff Bridge, Duncan Dyer, Kevin O'Brien, (Jan Martin and John Hollebon)


F-Trooper Duncan Dyer sawing up large branches for removal on the 6th Fairway creek side


New Orchids for the 14th Bush Toilet area - donated by Anne Burgess


A  happy home for donated plants along the fence at the a Men's 18th Tee



Rock Orchids coming into flower on the 10th Tee


We had a difficult day to work today because if the inclemant weather and 150 social players from the AHA on the course for a shotgun start.

We had a skeleton group of volunteers due to the wet weather and illness etc but we still managed to get some good projects done.

On hand we had Duncan Dyer, Rob Benson, Kevin O'Brien, Geoff Bridge, John Hollebon, Anne Burgess and Jan Martin.

As the boys could not easily work on the course they cut up and removed large branches and fallen trees along the 6th fairway creek side.

Anne and I cleaned up at the 14th bush toilets and planted and fertilised some new orchids in the orchid garden, planted in some donated plants at the 18th fence line, tidied up the 6th tranquility garden, cleaned up at the BBQ area and also the water feature area at the 1st.

Morning Tea of Huge muffins and savoury breads were welcome after we got rained out about 10 o'clock. Thank you Barto!

YES! WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

I understand that the course maintenance programme has been delayed for one week and will commence next Monday.

The girls are off to Hawks Nest tomorrow as programmed. Let us hope the weather is good there.

Saturday, August 22, 2015

Golf -Sunday 23rd August 2015 - Newsflash! Golf Event Postponed!

The second round of the Team Series has been postponed until next Sunday 30th August 2015 due to prevailing weather conditions.

Please contact your team members and opposition members to ensure that everyone is aware of the change.


Golf - Saturday 22nd August 2015 - Single Stableford Results

The Golf Event of the day was a Men's Single Stableford - 3 Grades

We had 97 starters with 10 visitors from Camden Valley, Dunheved, Everglades, Gawler, Kooindah, Magenta, Mullumbimby, Riverside Oaks, Wyong and PGA.

RESULTS:

A GRADE:

WINNER: Eddie Rogers - 39 points

RUNNER UP: David Medcalf - 38 points

B BRADE: 

WINNER: Gary Wilson - 37 points

RUNNER UP: Norm Parker - 35 points

C GRADE:

WINNER: Wes Kirk - 40 points

RUNNER UP: Neil Hancock - 37 points

SCRATCH WINNER OVER THE FIELD: Eddie Rogers - 32 points

EAGLES NEST -12TH HOLE:

WINNER Eddie Rogers (24cms) - 117 BALLS 


NEAREST THE PIN 8TH HOLE - OVER THE FIELD:

WINNER: Daniel Coulter

BALLS WENT TO: 33 points (neat)

DSR: 73

Golf - Saturday 22nd August 2015 - HOLDEN SCRAMBLE RESULTS

The Golf Event of the day was the HOLDEN SCRAMBLE  - 4 Man "Las Vegas" Ambrose 

We had 92 Starters with visitors from Branxton, Beresfield, Below the Pin, Everglades, Howlong, Kurri Kurri, Mangrove Mountain, Qantas and Toukley.

RESULTS:

WINNERS: Tony Lucas, Anthony Lucas, Frank Lucas, Troy Lucas (Kurri) - 52 3/4 points

RUNNERS UP: Russell Willing, Ken McGuiness, Mel Forster, Marshall Parsons - 54 1/2 points

3RD: Greg Harrison, Daniel Snelson, John Cosgrove, Martin Stevens - 57 points

NEAREST THE PIN MEN'S 8TH:

A GRADE: Craig Squires

B GRADE: Bruce Gibbs

C GRADE:  Glen Cheetham


Thursday, August 20, 2015

Golf - Friday 21st August 2015

The Golf Event of the day was a Single Stable Medley

We had 67 starters with 5 visitors from Evergades, Kooindah, Shelly Beach and Terrigal

RESULTS:

WINNER: John Clark - 43 points

RUNNER UP: Michael Seabrook - 42 points

3RD: Joseph Keplinger - 41 points

NEAREST THE PINS:

MEN'S 12TH: Robert Carver

LADIES 8TH: Not won

BALLS WENT TO: 35 points (neat)

DSR MEN: 69

DSR LADIES: 73


Wednesday, August 19, 2015

Results of the NSW Trainee State Titles - Mitch Ballard

The results of the NSW Trainees State Titles over 4 rounds has been finalised.

Mitch had 79 in the third round to fall to 26th place but finished very strongly with -2 in the last round to finish 12th out of 110 players. 

Mitch was 1 of 5 players to have two rounds under par all week. He is very pleased and would like to thank all the Members who helped him raise money for the event.

CONGRATULATIONS MITCH! 

That was a great effort for your first attempt at the Trainee State Titles.  Well done - we are all proud of you.


Golf - Thursday 20th August 2015

The Golf Event of the day was a Ladies Single Stableford + 2 Ball Team


We had 23 starters

RESULTS:

2 BALL TEAM RESULTS:

WINNERS: Norma Wilks and Nan Richards - 51 points

SINGLES RESULTS:

WINNER: Anne Burgess - 38 points on a countback

RUNNER UP: Fay Bailey - 38 points

NEAREST THE PIN 14TH HOLE:

0 TO 32: Robyn Johnston

33 TO 45 SECOND SHOT: Nan Richards

BALLS WENT TO: 36 points on a countback

BALL COMPETITION:

Anne Burgess

Fay Bailey

Dawn Tromp

Fran James

Nan Richards

Robyn Johnston

Cheryl Davison

DSR: To be advised

Golf - Wednesday 19th August 2015


Our Clubhouse - night photography by Darren Rickett


Looking at the 13th Tee - night photography by Darren Rickett






Our beautiful Magnolia flowers - photos by Darren Rickett

The Golf Event of the day was a Men's Single Stableford + 2 Ball Irish Multiplier

We had 171 starters with 5 visitors from Gawler, Kooindah Waters, Qantas and Shelly Beach

RESULTS:

2 BALL IRISH MULTIPLIER RESULTS:

WINNERS: Gilbert Sullivan and Wes Kirk - 93 points

WINNERS: David Boyd and Dimi Pesudovs  - 82 points

MEN'S SINGLES RESULTS:

WINNER: Duncan Dyer - 41 points on countback

RUNNER UP: Wes Kirk - 41 points on a countback

3RD: David Ward - 41 points on a countback

SCRATCH WINNER: Mat Hanshaw - 32 points

NEAREST THE PIN 12TH HOLE:

A GRADE: Shaun Brownlow 

B GRADE: Paul R Smith 

C GRADE: Greg Harpur

NEAREST THE PIN 8TH HOLE - OVER THE FIELD:

WINNER: Keith Bourne

BALLS WENT TO: 36 points (neat)

DSR: 69

Tuesday, August 18, 2015

Brisbane Waters Veterans Membership Renewal.

Brisbane Waters Veterans Membership Renewal.

Due to a change in the NSWVG rules Membership Fees for 2016 are now due. 

This will cover the period to September 2016.

The $10 membership fee can be left at the Pro Shop.

Membership renewal forms are also available at the Pro Shop or by contacting Graham Chee on

Results of Round 2 NSW Trainee State Titles - Mitch Ballard

Congratulations again to our Mitch Ballard.

Mitch scored 78 today in really tough conditions and is currently placed in 9th spot out of 110 players.

For his first 4 round Championship he is doing extremely well.

Great news and keep it coming Mitch!

Golf - Tuesday 18th August 2015


Christine Drakeford - Winner Division 1


Norma Cubis - Runner Up Div 2 and Jan Walker - Winner Div 2

The Golf Event of the day was a Ladies Single Stableford + Veterans in conjunction.

We had 60 Starters

RESULTS:

DIVISION 1 - 0 TO 22:

WINNER: Christine Drakeford - 40 points

RUNNER UP: Rosalie Dyer - 39 points

3RD: Marianne Lanham - 37 points

DIVISION 2 - 23 TO 32:

WINNER: Jan Walker - 41 points

RUNNER UP: Norma Cubis - 39 points

3RD: Lyn Cruickshanks - 36 points

DIVISION 3 - 33 TO 45:

WINNER: Annie Brink - 36 points

Carolyn Buttsworth - 34 points

3RD: Maria McGann - 33 points on a countback

NEAREST THE PINS:

8TH HOLE:

DIV 1: Rosalie Dyer

DIV 2: Bev Adams

DIV 3: Not won

14TH HOLE:

DIV 1: Anne Burgess

DIV 2: Jan Walker

DIV 3: Denise Barr

BALLS WENT TO: 33 points on a countback

DSR: To be advised

My thanks again to Lorraine Bignall for today's photos.

My highlight of the day was arriving safely home to reality after an adventure in the Red Centre.



Monday, August 17, 2015

Golf - Monday 17th August 2015

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With Ron and Di Beechey ready for our helicopter ride over Ayers Rock and the Olgas.


Ron with the pilot heading for Ayers Rock


Flying around Ayers Rock


Flying around the Olgas



Flying around the Olgas

.😂 we are back to reality tomorrow.

Meanwhile at Gosford.....

I understand that Mitch Ballard is playing in the NSW Trainee State Titles, the first round was today.
There were 110 players and Mitch shot -3 to be outright 2nd place, Mitch has had the support of many of our members via raffle tickets so it is great to see him doing so well. 
CONGRATULATIONS MITCH!

To follow his progress you can follow this link:

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Sunday, August 16, 2015

Golf - Sunday 16th August 2015


Sunset at Uluru


Sunset at Uluru


Happy Birthday Jan at Uluru with Ron and Di


Arriving at Uluru for our Sunset and Sounds of Silence Dinner at Uluru


Sunrise at Uluru


Sunrise at Uluru


Uluru in full sun


At the waterhole at the base of Uluru


Water reflections of the Rock and blue sky at the Waterhole


Diamond stars in the sky at Uluru


Sounds of Silence Dinner at Ukuru to celebrate my birthday
 - great night

We have had a great day at Uluru to celebrate my birthday.  The weather was fantastic and if was not too cold at the Sounds of Silence Dinner at Uluru. I had a fantastic birthday and thank you to everyone for my birthday wishes.

Meanwhile at Gosford.... 



President Kath Small and Captain Mark Stimpson - A Friendly Draw!


Adam Crocker and Wayne Sneade - Runners Up Captain's Side
With President Kathy Small and Captain Mark Stimoson




Sheena Asken and Nigel Asken - Winners Captain's Side
With President Kathy Small and Caprain Mark Stimoson


Tom Ballard and (Anthony Hanna) - Runners Up President's Side
With President Kathy Small and Captan Mark Stimoson



Helen Potter and Keith Potter - Winner President's Side
With President Kathy Small and Captain Mark Stimpson



The Golf Event of the day was the Annual President vs Captain's Day - American Foursomes for Mixed Fours.

We had 58 starters

RESULTS:

A NICE FRIENDLY DRAW: Presidents a Team 71/2 to Captains Side 71/2

AMERICAN FOURSOMES RESULTS:

PRESIDENT'S SIDE: 

WINNERS: Keith Potter and Helen Potter -  71 1/8th

RUNNERS UP: Tom Ballard and Anthony Hanna - 72 1/8th

CAPTAIN'S SIDE:

WINNERS: Nigel Asken and Sheena Asken - 69 7/8ths

RUNNERS UP: Adam Crocker and Wayne Sneade - 71 points

NEAREST THE PINS:

MEN'S 12TH HOLE: Matt Hanshaw

LADIES 8TH HOLE: Sandra Coyle

BALLS WENT TO: 75 Nett

NO HANDICAPPING TODAY!

BALL COMPETITION:

Nigel Asken and Sheena Asken - 69 7/8ths

Adam Crocker and Wayne Sneade- 71

Keith Potter and Helen Potter - 71 1/8th

Tom Ballard and Anthony Hanna - 72 1/8ths

Matt Hanshaw and Craig Ward - 72 5/8ths

John Hazzard and Julie Hazzard - 73 3/4

Owen James and Fran James- 73 3/4

David Small and Kath Small - 74 5/8ths

Terry Coyle and Sandra Coyle - 75

Sorry I was not there for highlights today and I am sure there would have been plenty.
My thanks to Lorraine Bignall for today's photos.