2016-06-27

Handicap Match Play Championship Finals

The Pines golf course was in superb condition on a cold winter’s day for the finals of the 2016 Handicap Match Play Championships. Great crowds enjoyed outstanding golf with all matches played in fantastic spirit.

Men’s A Grade

Greg Duguid played against Jason Gibson in the final, in which solid early play saw Greg 4-up through 7 holes.  Jason Gibson rallied and brought the match back to 1-up after 11 holes, meaning it could have gone either way.

Nonetheless, Greg proved too consistent in the end and became the 2016 Men’s Handicap Match Play A Grade Champion with a final score of 2 & 1.

Men’s B Grade

Gary Kotzur and Allan Thompson played out a very close encounter in the B Grade final.  Gary demonstrated slightly better skill to defeat Allan with a 2 & 1 victory.

Men’s C Grade

Oscar Groeneveld and Trevor Reed competed in a hard-fought match in the C Grade final.  This match was close throughout the front 9, but with a final 3 & 1 score, Trevor Reed defended his title and won the Men’s Handicap Match Play C Grade Championship for the 2nd straight year.

Ladies’ A Grade

Shirley Dean got off to a hot start against Kristy Oswin, leading 6-up after 9 holes.  The early deficit proved too much and Shirley Dean won the Ladies’ Handicap Match Play A Grade Championship with a convincing 7 & 5 victory.

Ladies’ B Grade

Georgina Sievers and Christina Lee battled in the Ladies’ B Grade final, which saw Georgina take a 2-up lead through 9 holes.  Georgina successfully extended her lead, eventually winning 5 & 3.

Ladies’ C Grade

Gail Oswin and Pennie Hepher played in the Ladies’ C Grade final.  Gail started strongly and lead throughout the front 9, continuing her solid play into the back 9. With a 4 & 3 win, Gail became the 2016 Ladies’ Handicap Match Play C Grade Champion.

Congratulations to this year’s winners and finalists, and thank you to the referees Judy McDonald, Clare Kirby, Greg Herring, Alan Lock, and Warwick Keene for dedicating their time to assist with the matches.



Mixed Sunday Social Golf

The next Sunday Mixed Golf event will be played on The Pines golf course on Sunday 3 July in a 12pm shotgun start. This event is the third round of the 2016 Winter Challenge. The day’s format will be a 2-3-4 Stableford, for which bookings are now available via the online tee sheet. The rules for this Sunday’s Mixed Golf event are as follows:

2-3-4 Stableford

A four–player team event. Each player plays the whole round as a stableford event. Team scoring is based on the par of the hole. On par 5s only the highest two scores count; on par 4s, the highest 3 scores count and on par 3s all scores count. The winning team has the highest aggregate score.

Following golf, enjoy Sunday Casual Dining in Lakeview Bar, as well as the Weekly Members’ Draw for one chance to win $500 dining credit.

Throughout July on a Sunday night, enjoy your choice from the à la carte menu for only $20 per person.

Pan seared Atlantic salmon on basil pesto smashed potato, lemon oil broccolini, confit cherry tomato and white wine butter

Marinated chicken breast on asparagus, green pea and prosciutto risotto with thyme infused jus

Oven roasted pork cutlet with fennel, red pepper and chive salad, baked jacket potato and mustard cream reduction

Herb braised lamb cottage pie with roasted garlic oil dressed steamed greens

Weekly dessert specials are available at $6 each.

Date: Sundays in Lakeview Bar
Time: Available from 5:30pm
Price: $20 per person I Desserts $6 each

Dinner bookings will be taken prior to the event in the golf shop.

11th Hole on The Pines Golf Course

Earlier this week, the bridge to the right-hand side of the 11th hole on The Pines golf course was rebuilt and is now open for use.

As a result, the island to the right-hand side of the bridge is now back in play as a part of the golf course and is no longer considered out of bounds.  All hazard areas are clearly defined by red lines.

Terry Price Golf Lessons

After travelling the world for over 30 years playing on the European Tour, Terry Price has turned his focus to sharing his skills with amateur golfers who are looking to lower their handicap and take their game to the next level.  Terry is available for a range of lessons covering all areas of the game, whether on the driving range or on course.

Travelling the world has allowed Terry to learn from world-class coaches such as Butch Harmon, David Leadbetter, David Pelz and Mac O’Grady.  Terry has also had the opportunity to play in big events alongside Jack Nicklaus, Seve Ballesteros and Greg Norman.  Whilst Terry had an illustrious career as a player and is still playing the occasional event, he has turned his main focus to coaching.  Currently teaching tour players David Bransdon, Quinton Howe and Adam Stephens, Terry has had some great success with David over the past few years, who won the Queensland Open and the Western Australian PGA Championship.

Though Terry will continue to enjoy his work with elite players, his real passion lies with helping club golfers, whose major improvements provide Terry with a great amount of pleasure.

To book a lesson with Terry please call 0400 882 748 or log in to the coaching section of the website here.

Members’ Christmas in July Shopping Night

Join us for our exclusive Members’ Christmas in July Shopping Night. Enjoy drinks and canapés throughout the evening while taking advantage of the following special offers:

Spend $100 and receive an additional 5% off**

Spend $200 and receive an additional 10% off**

Spend $300 and receive an additional 15% off**

PLUS: Spend $200 on the night and go into the draw to win a Titleist Cart Bag valued at $329

*Excludes golf clubs, golf balls and GPS/laser units

**Discount in addition to the existing 10% Member discount

Date: Thursday 21 July 2016
Time: 3:30pm – 7:30pm
Location: The Pines golf shop

2017 Sanctuary Cove Ladies Golf Classic

Following a very successful 2016 Sanctuary Cove Ladies Golf Classic, we are now taking registrations for next year’s autumn event.

The 2017 Sanctuary Cove Ladies Golf Classic will be held from Sunday 12 March to Tuesday 14 March.

The three-day tournament will consist of a fun 4-Person Ambrose on The Pines golf course, followed by the two-day Single Stableford Ladies Golf Classic event, played on The Palms and The Pines golf courses. In addition to golf, Ladies will enjoy the event’s daily auxiliary functions, including a cocktail party, entertainment and two dinners, all of which will be hosted in the Clubhouse.

Prizes are in excess of $5,000, including the desirable diamond-studded putter for the Sanctuary Cove Ladies Golf Classic winner. To enter, Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club Members receive a special offer of $375. This includes green fees, driving range balls, a welcome pack, entertainment and attendance at the cocktail party and the official dinner, and lastly the final night’s presentation dinner.

Please click here to register for the 2017 Sanctuary Cove Ladies Golf Classic.

Congratulations James Norman

Congratulations to Sanctuary Cove Member James Norman who was the lucky winner of $1000 dining credit at the Members’ Draw on Sunday 26 June 2016.

The draw value is now back to $500, which will be drawn once this coming Sunday. In order to claim the Members’ Draw, Members must be present for the draw on Sunday evenings in Lakeview Bar.

If the winner is not present, the draw value will increase to $600 dining credit the following Sunday.

Winter Special – The Jabiru Restaurant

Ignite your senses this winter by dining at The Jabiru Restaurant on Friday evening, and receive a complimentary Amuse Bouche designed by Head Chef Danny Donoghue to start your meal.

The Jabiru Restaurant Winter Menu has been recreated to now offer a delectable table d’hôte menu. Guests will have the option of indulging in a tantalizing two-course or an opulent three-course banquet.

Book now to enjoy this special offer.

View the menu here

Date: Friday evenings throughout July
Time: From 6pm
Price: $45 per person for two courses, $55 per person for three courses
Location: The Jabiru Restaurant

For restaurant bookings, please phone 07 5699 9000.

New Members Welcome and Cocktail Party

On Friday 15 July, the Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club Board and Management will be hosting the second New Members Welcome and Cocktail Party for 2016 to welcome new Equity Members of the Club.

All Members are invited to attend the Cocktail Party from 6pm for drinks and canapés followed by optional dining in The Jabiru Restaurant.

Attendance at the Cocktail Party is complimentary for Members who dine in The Jabiru Restaurant afterwards and enjoy the table d’hôte menu.

Date: Friday 15 July 2016
Time: 6pm
Location: Clubhouse Foyer
Price: $20 includes drinks and canapés. Complimentary for Members who dine in The Jabiru afterwards
Bookings: Contact Sophie Wilson on 07 5699 9000 or email

Beam Suntory Whiskey Tasting Night

The Club is pleased to announce that we will be hosting the Beam Suntory Whiskey Tasting Night on Thursday 28 July 2016.

Members and their guests are invited to sample five premium whiskeys from around the world including brews from Japan, Canada, Ireland and America.

On the night, a delicious four-course degustation menu created by Head Chef Danny Donoghue will be served, tailored to complement each world-class Beam Suntory whiskey showcased.

Date: Thursday 28 July 2016
Time: 6:30pm
Location: The Jabiru Restaurant
Price: $89 Members and their guests
Dress: Cocktail attire
Bookings: Contact Sophie Wilson on 07 5699 9000 or email

ABBA Salutely Fabulous

Saturday Night and the lights are low,

You don’t have to look out for a place to go.

You are in the mood to listen and dance

And now you have the chance.

You don’t have to go to Las Vegas or Monaco,

Mamma Mia it’s time to go to the Clubhouse.

So come Chiquittita, come Fernando.

Come dance with your honey,

Your Mother doesn’t have to know.

Don’t take it easy, don’t slow down,

Ring ring your friends, here we go again.

Come to the ABBA Salutely Fabulous night and enjoy the world-class entertainment of the ABBA tribute group ABBA Re-Björn. Feel the beat and have the time of your life.

Date: Saturday 20 August 2016
Time: 6:30pm
Location: Clubhouse
Price: $79 per person, including a welcome drink, canapés and dinner
Dress: ABBA disco theme
Bookings: Contact Sophie Wilson on 07 5699 9000 or email

Spring High Tea

We invite you to indulge in the delightful ritual of High Tea and to welcome spring with your friends. For one afternoon, The Jabiru Restaurant will be transformed into your own private tea party.

The event will feature an informative talk by Dr Lara Herrero from the Institute for Glycomics at Griffith University about her research of the mosquito-borne virus Ross River Fever. In addition, you will enjoy displays of the latest head-turning millinery by Brisbane Milliners Alison Clark and Brenda Wilson, coupled with eye-catching fashion from The Resort Shoppe and Calypso, which are sure to inspire you in planning your outfits for the upcoming Spring Racing Carnival. A welcome glass of bubbles upon arrival will assist in toasting farewell to winter and its cold mornings.

Date: Monday 5 September 2016
Time: 2pm – 4pm
Location: The Jabiru Restaurant
Price: $40 per person with $5 from every ticket sale donated to the Institute for Glycomics, Griffith University
Inclusions: Welcome glass of sparkling wine and High Tea

2016 Social Events

The Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club Social Committee is busy organising a number of upcoming events. As the year progresses, any additions will be considered as the popularity and attendance of each function is assessed. All of the Social Committee events are always enjoyable occasions and we encourage you to attend as many as possible. View further details here.

Wednesday 22 June – Men’s

Thursday 23 June – Ladies

Friday 24 June – Men’s

Saturday 25 June – Men’s

Saturday 25 June – Ladies

Golf Shop News

Purchase any FootJoy shirt and trouser combination and receive a complimentary Titleist cap or visor valued at up to $35.95.

This offer is valid until Sunday 9 July 2016 and available on in-store stock only.

Entering Bunkers

Raking bunkers is not only a very important part of golf course etiquette, but raking bunkers correctly ensures you and other golfers following have the best possible lie when playing out of both fairway and greenside bunkers. To rake bunkers correctly, the below steps should be followed:

Step 1: When playing a bunker shot, ensure you enter the bunker at a low point or flat area, to avoid disruption or damage to the face of the bunker.

Step 2: After playing the shot, begin raking the sand over the areas disrupted by footprints and by the divot where the ball lay. Rake the sand towards you ensuring you don’t rake too much sand.  The goal is to leave the sand as flat and even as possible when you exit the bunker.

Step 3: When leaving the bunker, ensure all footmarks and divots are raked and place the rake on a flat spot in the bunker, facing the direction in which the hole is played.  This will reduce the chance of a ball coming to rest in a bad lie next to the rake.

Golf Professional – Rachel Hetherington

Are you wasting shots on the golf course?

Ask yourself:

Is there a tee shot you just can’t get in the fairway?

Are those downhill and uphill shots just too hard to play?

Join Rachel for 9 holes and learn how to play those shots better. Your 3-hour on-course session includes a 30-minute practice session and 2 1/2 hours on the golf course.

Date: Tuesday 26 July 2016
Time: 10am – 1pm
Location: Meet at the golf shop
Cost: $99 per person
Bookings: Contact Rachel directly on 0418 652 730 or email to reserve your place.

Note: There are only four spaces available.

Featured Craft Beer July – Ruby Tuesday

While thinking about a name for their new amber ale, inspiration was found from Neil Whittorn, the Matilda Bay Brewing Company Manager. It is well known that Neil’s Walkman only plays Rolling Stones tapes, and when it was connected to the brewery’s sound system, the first song that played was Ruby Tuesday.

Ruby Tuesday is made with four different specialty malts. These are short roasted at high temperatures producing crystallised starches, which then combine to produce a rich ruby hue with toffee apple and creamy malt flavours lingering on the front palate.

Schooner $7 | Pot $4.5

Featured Winery July – Petaluma

The perfect pour, every time, from the first glass through to the last. Wine on tap makes premium wines accessible by the glass to be enjoyed as the winemaker intended.

Established in 1976, Petaluma is built upon the old-world belief of planting the right varieties for individual vineyards in a specific wine region.
Winemaker Andrew Hardy

Petaluma White Label Pinot Noir

Dark cherries, quince and clove are complemented by gentle pepper spice. Lovely acidity and soft supple tannins round out a poised, elegant and quietly powerful Pinot Noir
1l carafe $42 / 375ml carafe $19 / Glass $8

Petaluma Adelaide Hills Chardonnay

A bright, fruit forward wine with lovely citrus and stone fruits. The palate is dominated by grapefruit and melon with hints of white peach framed by crisp acidity and lovely subtle oak.
1l carafe $42 / 375ml carafe $19 / Glass $8

These wines are available while stocks last.

Sunday Night Dining

Throughout July on a Sunday night, enjoy your choice from the à la carte menu for only $20 per person.

Pan seared Atlantic salmon on basil pesto smashed potato, lemon oil broccolini, confit cherry tomato and white wine butter

Marinated chicken breast on asparagus, green pea and prosciutto risotto with thyme infused jus

Oven roasted pork cutlet with fennel, red pepper and chive salad, baked jacket potato and mustard cream reduction

Herb braised lamb cottage pie with roasted garlic oil dressed steamed greens

Weekly dessert specials are available at $6 each.

Date: Sundays in Lakeview Bar
Time: Available from 5:30pm
Price: $20 per person I Desserts $6 each

Bookings recommended, phone 07 5699 9000.

Lakeview Bar Happy Hour

On Thursdays and Sundays, relax and unwind at Lakeview Bar during Happy Hour from 4:30pm to 6:30pm.
Come and enjoy discounts on all tap beers, selected wine, basic spirits and post mix.

Reciprocal and Affiliate Clubs

As a Member at Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club your benefits include access to a number of both national and international golf clubs as part of our reciprocal and affiliate agreements.

Click here to view a map of reciprocal and affiliate clubs.

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