20th July 2023
Annual Subscriptions
Unlike the severe weather conditions experienced last year, the weather gods have been kinder to us in 2023, greatly assisting the course’s recovery. Seeing the course in the condition we are presently enjoying is fantastic.
Testimony to this is the many members, social players, and guests singing the course’s praises to management and, more importantly, the Golf Shop team, who tend to receive the rough end of the pineapple when things are not at their best.
These improvements do not just happen with clear weather, they also require sound planning and utilisation of resources. We are fortunate to have a resolute course maintenance team leveraging the opportunities that come with a larger operational budget.
The Course team are also enjoying, and is very much appreciative of, the facilities that now exist within the new Maintenance Shed.
Furthermore, the Club has maintained its commitment to scheduled machinery replacement, and this year has included the replacement of two mowers & the addition of another spray rig which will focus on eradicating foreign grass (weeds).
Some excellent work is also being undertaken on a redevelopment plan for the concourse and lower level of the clubhouse, including an additional practice putting green and a short game area near the (old) wedding garden/gazebo. As these plans come to fruition, they will be shared.
The challenges of the future lie with the membership of today. Charting the club’s future starts with ensuring it possesses a modern and progressive Constitution. The current Constitution was last reviewed in 2014, and although it has served its purpose well, it requires updating. Our governance model must be robust yet flexible enough to maximise opportunity. Preserving and improving facilities for current and future members should always be the guiding principle.
With this in mind, and with the support & recommendation of Golf Australia, CPR Group has been engaged to assist with the review of the Constitution.
As with any forward-thinking Business or Organisation, current strategies cannot be solely relied upon to take us successfully into the future, and we would ask that we all have an open mind to discussing and supporting any necessary changes that will help ensure and assist the ongoing strength and longevity of your club.
As you will be aware, Annual Subscriptions are due each year at the end of August and will include an increase equivalent to C.P.I., which this year is 7.4%. Notices will be emailed to all members in the coming weeks.
Enjoy your golf, and as always, feel free to contact me at any time should you wish to discuss any matters or issues relating to the club.
Rod Rhodes
Club President
