Men’s Stroke Play Club Championship
A Grade
Mitchell Varley got off to a hot start in the Men’s Stroke Play Club Championship firing an even par 72 to be a 2-shot leader after round 1 from defending champion Paul Smerdon. Round 2 saw some extremely tough conditions where Mitchell and Glen Thomson fired equal best rounds of the day with 74.
Round 3 was also contested in testing conditions and Mitchell maintained his lead with a solid round of 74 to be 6 shots clear of Glen Thomson and 8 shots clear of Paul Blake heading into the final round. This fourth round was a true test of nerves for 16-year-old Mitchell, after Glen Thomson clawed within 2 shots with four holes to play. Mitchell steadied with a great birdie on 17 to be a 5-shot winner over both Paul Blake and Glen Thomson. Matt McNicol was the nett winner for 2016 with a total of 304 for four rounds.
B Grade
Scott Herbert overcame a 6-shot deficit after round 1 to win the B Grade Stroke Play Club Championship by 2 shots from Neil Shea. Scott played two consistent rounds of golf including the best score on day two to finish on a total of 178. The nett winner for 2016 was Greg Scott with a score of 144.
C Grade
David Wells started the second round 6 shots behind Ross Wharton but fired another consistent round to win on a countback from Ross on a score of 186.
Wal Gibson won the nett event this year with a score of 144.
Men’s Club Championship
The top 8 qualifiers in each grade qualified for the 2016 Men’s Club Championship where Match Play games will begin on Sunday 23 October.
Men’s A Grade 1 v 8
Mitchell Varley
Connor Bronson
Men’s A Grade 4 v 5
Paul Smerdon
Jeff Dern
Men’s A Grade 3 v 6
Glen Thomson
Bailey Knoll
Men’s A Grade 2 v 7
Paul Blake
Chris Smale
Men’s B Grade 1 v 8
Scott Herbert
Grey Milliner
Men’s B Grade 4 v 5
Jason Gibson
Allan Thompson
Men’s B Grade 3 v 6
Elden Freyers
Greg Scott
Men’s B Grade 2 v 7
Neil Shea
David Vosloo
Men’s C Grade 1 v 8
David Wells
John Lee
Men’s C Grade 4 v 5
Verne Harland
Wal Gibson
Men’s C Grade 3 v 6
John Worrall
Ian Mathieson
Men’s C Grade 2 v 7
Ross Wharton
Kyle Fryers
Ladies’ Stroke Play Club Championship
The Ladies’ Stroke Play Club Championship has come to an end for 2016, and the Ladies once again played some fantastic golf across all three grades.
A Grade
Georgia Clarke fired an opening round 76 to take an early lead in the A Grade event. She never looked back and claimed a wire to wire win by 22 shots from Audy White.
Georgia shot rounds of 76, 78, 74 and 73 to claim the Stroke Play Club Championship for 2016. Marie Manning was the nett winner for 2016.
B Grade
In the B Grade event Cathy Mathieson overcame a 12-shot deficit in round one to win the 2016 B Grade Stroke Play Club Championship over Norma Hale. Cathy shot a superb 89 in round two to become a 2-shot winner. Brenda Malone was B Grade’s nett winner for 2016.
C Grade
The C Grade event was closely contested this year with Libby Shakespeare leading from start to finish to claim a 1-shot win over Linda Gately. Carmel Cameron won the 2016 C Grade nett event.
Ladies’ Senior, Veterans and Vintage Club Championships
Ladies’ Senior, Veterans and Vintage Club Championships
Shirley Dean claimed the 2016 Ladies’ Senior Club Championship with a 7-shot victory over Lail Emmerson-Smale. The leader board was tight heading into the final round but Shirley proved too good with a round of 80 in very testing conditions.
Ladies’ Veteran Club Championship
Judy Matthews fired an unbelievable round of 82 to be a runaway winner in the Ladies’ Veteran Club Championship for 2016.
Ladies’ Vintage Club Championship
Irene Hall is the 2016 Ladies’ Vintage Club Champion with a round of 102.
Ladies’ Senior Club Championship
Ladies’ Club Championship
The top 8 qualifiers in each grade qualified for the 2016 Ladies’ Club Championship, for which Match Play games began on Thursday 20 October.
Ladies A Grade 1 v 8
Georgia Clarke
Keiko Ishii
Ladies A Grade 4 v 5
Biv Gilson
Margie Hay
Ladies A Grade 3 v 6
Shirley Dean
Narelle Norris
Ladies A Grade 2 v 7
Audy White
Jessica Wang
Ladies A Reserve 1 v 8
Agnes Bowyer
Pam Scott
Ladies A Reserve 4 v 5
Marie Manning
Madonna Siokos
Ladies A Reserve 3 v 6
Fiona Law
Irene Hall
Ladies A Reserve 2 v 7
Linda Faulls
Gail Chell
Ladies B Grade 1 v 8
Cathy Mathieson
Glynis McBride
Ladies B Grade 4 v 5
Kimberly Robinson
Marcelle Chapman
Ladies B Grade 3 v 6
Jan Venn
Sandy King
Ladies B Grade 2 v 7
Norma Hale
Kerry Milliner
Ladies C Grade 1 v 8
Libby Shakespeare
Bye
Ladies C Grade 4 v 5
Jenene Spencer
Marian Towler
Ladies C Grade 3 v 6
Linda Gately
Andrea Holt
Ladies C Grade 2 v 7
Kirsten Ellingford
Carolyn Barnett
Senior Pennant Team
The Men’s Senior Pennant Team played in the final of decision one on Monday but unfortunately went down 4.5 games to 1.5 games against Coolangatta Tweed Heads.
Testing conditions at Palmer Colonial made scoring very difficult and the men were very gallant in defeat.
Congratulations to the team for a fantastic season and to all the players who represented the club in fantastic fashion:
Floyd Evans Captain
Marshall Leigh
Chris Smale
Craig Delianis
Doug Green
Col Ferriman
Paul Hibberd
Bill Bell
Russell Beasley
Ray Smith
Masa Terashima
Super Senior Pennant
The Men’s Super Senior Pennant team played the season’s last round on Monday 10 October and unfortunately went down 4.5 games to 1.5 games against Coolangatta Tweed Heads at their home course.
While the Men enjoyed a great season this year, their final game’s loss sadly denied them a spot in the finals.
Results on the day were as follows:
Rob Hill – won 3 & 2
Bill Perske – halved
John McGreal – lost 3 & 2
Max Leslie – lost 5 & 4
Wayne McDonald – lost 4 & 3
Alan Lock – lost 2 & 1
Many thanks to all players who represented the Club this season and a special thank you to Rob Hill for all his efforts as team captain.
Congratulations Laurie Barron
Congratulations to Sanctuary Cove Member Laurie Barron who was the lucky winner of $700 dining credit at the Members’ Draw on Sunday 16 October 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.
Nine and Dine
The next Nine and Dine will be held on Thursday 10 November. The event includes nine holes of golf on The Pines golf course in a 2:30pm shotgun start, followed by a meal on Lakeview Terrace. The nine-hole event will be a 4-Person Ambrose.
Participants will have four delicious menu items to choose from and enjoy on the terrace:§
Pulled pork, roasted capsicum, red onion and smoky barbecue sauce pizza
Roasted pumpkin, beetroot, feta and rocket salad
Tandoori chicken wrap with cucumber, tomato salad, sumac yoghurt and sweet potato chips
Ale battered barramundi thick cut fries and green salad
Date: Thursday 10 November 2016
Time: 2:30pm shotgun start
Location: The Pines golf course
Price: $15 including a meal
Format: 4-Person Ambrose
Bookings: Via the online tee sheet
There are two Nine and Dine events remaining for 2016:
Thursday 24 November
Thursday 8 December
Ongoing Golf Club Improvement Projects
The Golf Club has continued with a number of ongoing projects throughout September and into October. With the majority of works occurring on the golf course and practice areas, the below summary is provided to update all Members as to their progress:
The Pines Chipping Area
Works to The Pines short game area at the far end of The Pines driving range are continuing to schedule. The new green will take approximately a further four weeks to before it is brought into play. For those Members wishing to practice their bunker game, practice hole 3 and The Palms short game practice facility are available.
The Pines Practice Hole 2 Tee Upgrade
The Pines practice hole 2 (P2) has had significant changes made to the teeing ground in the past few weeks. The teeing ground has been enlarged by approximately 1500 square metres, providing an area for Members to practice shots ranging from 40m – 150m. All turf has been laid in the area and the facility is expected to reopen in early November.
Kick Start your Mornings with our Beetroot Delight Juice
Dine with friends and family and enjoy a delicious breakfast at the Club during the months of October and November to enjoy a spring juice special, the Beetroot Delight.
Made with juicy beetroot, carrots, green apple, ginger and celery, this healthy option goes hand in hand with the Club’s full round breakfast; eggs, bacon, herb roasted mushrooms, hash browns, chipolatas, house dried balsamic roma tomato and toast.
Breakfast is now available from 6am on Saturdays, ensuring golfers and early risers can take advantage of this special offer, no matter how early they play or start their da
For those in a rush to make their tee time, a special list of takeaway options is also available. To view the menu click here.
Date: Saturday morning
Time: from 6am
Location: Lakeview Bar
Bookings: Bookings are recommended and are available by contacting Lakeview Bar on 07 5699 9000
WIN a Delicious Gourmet Food and Wine Hamper
Dine in The Jabiru Restaurant on a Friday evening for your chance to win a delicious Gourmet Food and Wine Hamper valued at $800.
Included in the hamper is a selection of divine Willowgrove cheeses, a chic cheese board with cheese knife, a $200 Dining Voucher as well as a selection of fine wines:
½ wheel of Willowgrove cheddar cheese
¼ wedge of Willowgrove English stilton
Cheese board and cheese knife
Lavosh crackers
Maggie Beer quince paste
Maggie Beer pâté
Gourmet stuffed baby peppers
Gourmet marinated eggplant
Gourmet fennel marinated Kalamata olives
Belgian Delights chocolate box
2012 Knappstein The Mayor’s Vineyard Shiraz – Clare Valley
2015 Knappstein Riesling – Clare Valley
Innocent Bystander Prosecco – King Valley
2014 Roaring Meg Pinot Noir – Central Otago
$200 Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club Dining Voucher
Simply purchase a two-course meal in the Jabiru Restaurant in the months of September and October to be entered into the draw. The winner will be drawn on Friday 28 October 2016.
Date: Every Friday from 6pm onwards
Bookings: Phone Lakeview Bar on 07 5699 9000
Melbourne Cup
On Tuesday 1 November the Club invites all Members and their guests to the Mad Hatters Spring Carnival held in The Jabiru Restaurant.
A whimsical spring carnival theme will transform the Clubhouse into a sea of bright colours with an extravagant seafood and carved meats buffet on display.
Chris Hutchison will provide live entertainment, while punters are welcome to try their luck in a main race sweepstake.
Best dressed prizes will be on offer for the Men and Ladies, as well as for the best dressed couple and table.
Put on your best outfit and colourful hats and enjoy a special day at our Spring Carnival.
Date: Tuesday 1 November 2016
Time: 11:30am to 5:30pm
Location: The Jabiru Restaurant
Price: $95 Members and their guests, price includes a glass of Bollinger champagne on arrival
Dress: Cocktail attire
Bookings: Contact Sophie Wilson on 07 5699 9000 or email
Members’ Information Evening
On Thursday 3 November the Club will be holding a Members’ Information Evening in Lakeview Bar. The evening will provide the Board of Directors the opportunity to provide results year-to-date, the forecast for the remainder of the year and to discuss general business. There will also be an opportunity for the Members to ask questions through an open forum Q & A.
Time: From 6pm
Date: Thursday 3 November 2016
Location: Lakeview Bar
Dining: The Lakeview Bar snack menu and a limited dining menu will be available prior to the meeting starting
Philip Shaw Winemakers Dinner
The Club is pleased to be hosting the Philip Shaw Winemakers Dinner on Thursday 24 November 2016.
Philip Shaw winery is located in a bluestone barn on the undulating slopes of Orange, New South Wales, and produces cool climate wines of elegance, intensity and distinct varietal character.
The Koomooloo vineyard spreads over 47 hectares and is solely where Philip Shaw wines are crafted.
With many awards including the Prix D’Excellence awarded in 1998 and Best Red Wine in 2002, Philip Shaw wines are highly sought after as they boast strong, bright and elegant fruit features.
Members and their guests are invited to taste these fine wines while being spoilt with delicious canapés and a four-course meal. Each meal will be accompanied by a divine selection of Philip Shaw wines.
Date: Thursday 24 November 2016
Time: 6:30pm – 11:30pm
Location: The Jabiru Restaurant
Price: $89 Members and their guests
Dress: Cocktail attire
Bookings: Contact Sophie Wilson on 07 5699 9000 or email
Christmas Day Lunch
This Christmas celebrate with your family and friends at the Club, whilst sitting back at Lakeview Bar making new memories with your loved ones.
Relax and enjoy a delicious variety of seafood, Christmas meats and desserts while treating your guests to a beverage package.
Santa will make a special appearance on the day to give a little gift to all children attending.
Date: Sunday 25 December 2016
Time: 12pm to 3pm
Location: Clubhouse
Price: Adults $180 per person | Children 13–17 years $85 each | Children 5–12 years $50 each | 4 years and under free of charge
Bookings: Contact Sophie Wilson on 07 5699 9000 or email
Monday 10 October – Ladies
Wednesday 12 October – Men’s
Thursday 13 October – Ladies
Friday 14 October – Men’s
Saturday 15 October – Men’s
Saturday 15 October – Ladies
Trust in Titleist and WIN!
Here is your opportunity to win a unique Titleist Staff bag by simply buying the golf balls you already use and love.
Purchase any dozen Titleist golf balls until the end of October and throughout November to go into the draw to win a limited edition Titleist 9.5″ Staff bag. The draw is open to all Sanctuary Cove Golf Club Members.
With every purchase made you will receive an entry into the draw, with no limit on the number of your entries.
The winner will be drawn on Thursday 1 December 2016.
Best of luck to everyone.
Matthew Ballard – Golf Services Staff Member and PGA Professional
We are pleased to welcome Matthew Ballard to the team from Monday 24 October 2016. Matthew has spent the last 12 months at Southport Golf Club and will be a valuable addition to both The Pines golf shop and Sanctuary Cove’s world class diversity of teaching professionals. Matthew enjoyed a successful amateur career, including being a member of the Australian squad before turning professional in 2001. He has 14 years of experience on the Australasian PGA Tour, including victories in five different countries along with 35 pro-am wins throughout Australia.
In 2014 Matthew turned his focus to coaching and is now a certified PGA Professional. His qualifications include Trackman Level 2 Instructor and Titletist Performance Instructor (TPI) Certified Instructor. Matthew has had great success coaching tour professionals and has helped players such as Adam Bland, Brett Rankin, Ryan Haller, Steve Jones, Kalem Richardson, Sam Brazel and Steve Dartnall, who have all made significant improvements with their game, specifically their short game and putting.
Matthew is looking forward to joining the Sanctuary Cove team and is available for lessons in all areas of the game both on the driving range and on course. Please make Matthew Ballard feel welcome next time you see him in The Pines golf shop or on the driving range giving a lesson.
To book a lesson with Matthew please call the golf shop on 07 5699 9000.
Repairing Ball Marks
A handy tip when repairing ball marks is to repair your own, as well as one additional ball mark.
This will aid in the greens’ recovery and assist in maintaining superb putting surfaces on both The Pines and The Palms golf courses.
Golf Professional – Michael Jones
Michael Jones Golf Performance can improve Members’ golf using world-class technology. Michael is excited to introduce FlightScope’s 3D Motion Tracking and Boditrak Pressure System.
FlightScope’s 3D Motion Tracking Devices are not just about ball measurement; they can also help with your golf swing analysis by measuring 27 variables related to your ball, club or swing.
Boditrak Pressure System captures a golfer’s balance pattern indoors, outdoors, uphill, downhill, on the putting green and in the sand trap. Its flexible, roll-up design makes it easy to set up, use and move to the next hole or golf course.
MJGolfPerformance September Special Offer:
Experience FlightScope and/or Boditrak technology with three one-hour lessons for just $350. Price includes a lesson report with captured data emailed to you at the conclusion of each lesson.
To take advantage of this special offer or to book a lesson, please contact Michael on 0413 482 968.
Sunday Night Dining
Throughout October enjoy your choice of the following in Lakeview Bar on Sunday evenings:
Blackened chicken breast on soft polenta, wilted roquette, roasted pearl onion and garlic infused jus
Atlantic salmon on warm sweet potato, fennel, red pepper and baby spinach salad with dill butter sauce
Murray Valley pork loin on smoked potato purée with herb oil dressed asparagus and verjuice cream reduction
Slow cooked herb lamb leg on roasted vegetable ratatouille with tomato braising sauce
Weekly dessert specials available at $6 each along with vegetarian options on request.
Date: Sundays in Lakeview Bar
Time: Available from 5:30pm
Price: $20 per person | Desserts $6 each
Featured Winery October – Huntaway
Winemakers Jane De Witt and Matt Large
New Zealand’s winegrowing sub-regions each have distinctive natural characters. Huntaway Reserve selects grapes grown on blocks that reflect those characters, and from them handcrafts truly expressive wines.
Huntaway Reserve Chardonnay
This Chardonnay is refined, elegant and restrained, with the benchmark Wither Hills fruit profile of white peach, lime, flint, grapefruit pith and sorbet notes. Further interlaced with fine grained French oak nuances of spice, nutmeg and toasted cashew, this wine is a truly delectable drop.
Bottle $33 | Glass $7
Huntaway Reserve Pinot Noir
From seductive bright Morello cherry, fresh brambly wild berry compote, subtle French oak spice, black olive and lingering ‘blue’ aromatics, this Pinot Noir delivers a youthful evocative Marlborough Pinot Noir.
Bottle $35 | Glass $8
These wines are available while stocks last.
Huntingdale Golf Club
Rising to fame in 1979 with the inaugural hosting of the Australian Masters, Huntingdale has emerged as one of the most recognisable golf courses not only in Australia, but in the world. Since 1979, Huntingdale has played host to some of the most famous names in world golf, including Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, Seve Ballesteros, Greg Norman, Nick Faldo, Geoff Ogilvy and Tiger Woods. In 2008 Huntingdale celebrated the 30th consecutive year of hosting the Australian Masters and was justifiably recognised as “Home of the Australian Masters”.
Consistently rated as one of the best golf courses in Australia, Huntingdale greets players with superbly manicured fairways, strategic fairway bunkering and large undulating greens. This combination of features at Huntingdale ensures this course challenges the best professionals and the latest technology. The greens at Huntingdale are true and fast and are generally kept in “Masters” condition throughout the year. Players hitting wayward shots to the far side of the greens can anticipate long undulating putts. The final stretch of holes contains some of the toughest and finest finishing holes in the world.
Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club Members have the privilege to play up to five rounds per year at Huntingdale Golf Club’s Member guest rate, with up to three guests per round, paying the same fees.
To find out more about Huntingdale Golf Club, please visit www.huntingdalegolf.com.au
Upon booking a round of golf at a reciprocal or affiliate golf club, please contact Laura Liebenau to request your letter of introduction.
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