Election Results – Board Positions 2016-17
After the recent call for nominations, the positions of Club Director and Captain of Men’s Golf have been re-elected unopposed. Club Director Colin Sinclair and Captain of Men’s Golf Frank Spurway will continue as Directors of the Golf Club Board for the 2016-17 period which also sees Paul Smerdon reappointed as the Vice-Captain of Men’s Golf for the same period.
Colin, Frank and Paul’s continued involvement in the Club will see consistency in the positive work achieved by the Board and Management team over the past few years. Each of them have shown exceptional dedication and enthusiasm for their roles over the past years and with a number of major projects planned in the coming years their continued contribution is both appreciated and recognised.
Congratulations to Colin, Frank and Paul on their reappointments.
Men’s and Ladies’ Club Championships 2015
On Sunday 1 November, some blustery conditions greeted golfers for the finals of the 2015 Club Championship. Large crowds were out in force supporting fellow Members for the big occasion. A Grade finals were played over 36 holes and all other grades were played over 18 holes.
Men
A Grade
Paul Smerdon continued his fine form of late with a 3 & 2 victory over Glen Thomson.
B Grade
After a close tussle throughout the front nine Kevin Nelson proved to be too good for Clayton Glennister with a 5 & 3 win.
C Grade
John Lee was victorious, defeating David Wells 4 & 3.
Ladies
A Grade
Narelle Norris was off to a hot start and continued the form throughout the day with a 5 & 4 victory over Viviane Gian.
A Reserve
Cathy Mathieson defeated Agnes Bowyer 4 & 3.
B Grade
Annette McDonald won a very closely fought contest 3 & 2 over Sandy King.
C Grade
Sharon Morgan-Evens was victorious with a 4 & 3 win over Catriona Calvert.
Congratulations to all the 2015 winners and finalists. A special thank you to all the referees and Members who came out on Sunday to make this event such a special one.
The Road to the PGA
On Saturday 7 November, the Club will be hosting ‘The Road to the PGA’ in conjunction with the day’s Single Stableford competition.
The best score of the day from the Men’s and Ladies’ Competitions combined will earn a spot in The Road to the PGA final on 29 November 2015 at RACV Royal Pines Resort.
This event is a great opportunity to play the golf course the week before RACV Royal Pines Resort hosts the Australian PGA Championship.
There will be an additional cost of $10 per player on the day, which will include a ticket to this year’s Australian PGA Championship. This event is optional.
Saturday Shotgun Starts – The Pines
The Club is currently continuing the trial period of shotgun starts on Saturdays on The Pines Golf Course.
Shotgun starts are scheduled for the following dates this year:
Saturday 14 November 2015
Saturday 5 December 2015
Movember
This November, Sanctuary Cove Golf staff members Ryan Gailey and Luke Ryan will once again be growing moustaches to raise money in support of men’s health.
The Movember Foundation is a global charity committed to men living happier, healthier, and longer lives. Since 2003, millions have joined the men’s health movement, raising $685 million and funding over 1,000 programs focusing on prostate cancer, testicular cancer, poor mental health and physical inactivity.
There will be Movember donation boxes on both the Golf Shop and Lakeview Bar counters, and a special ‘Movember Nearest to the Pin’ will take place on Saturday November 28. Entry will be optional and is $5 per player.
Well done to Ryan and Luke, and good luck in reaching a new donation record. Any support of this great cause will be truly appreciated.
The Palms Short Game Facilities
On Monday 19 October, works began on improving The Palms Short Game Facilities. The upgrades are being completed by Ross Watson with the current design philosophy and standards of The Palms Golf Course. These improvements will provide:
A greatly increased surface area on both the putting and chipping greens
A flatter, more usable surface to practice on
Significant improvements to the surrounds of the chipping green to allow for an increased array of practice methods and space
Greater ability for all stakeholders to utilise the facilities simultaneously
The project is expected to last between 10 and 12 weeks. The Club will be transplanting the existing surface of The Palms putting green to The Palms’ new chipping green to hasten the process of reopening one of the greens. When the chipping green is available for use, it will be reserved for putting only until such a time as the new putting surface is of an acceptable standard.
Ladies’ Random Draw
Date: Thursday 12 November 2015
Time: 8:30am shotgun start
Event: Single Stableford/Teams Stableford
Best aggregate score for teams of four will win a prize.
The online booking sheet will open on Thursday 29 October 2015. Please put your name down, and the random draw will be finalised the evening before the event.
Lunch for the day will be from a special menu at Lakeview Bar.
Weekend Breakfast at Lakeview Bar
Lakeview Bar is now serving breakfast on Saturday and Sunday mornings. Saturday breakfast offers a versatile menu including fresh juices and smoothies, providing Members with the perfect start to the day. The new Sunday breakfast menu offers an additional variety of delicious selections, also including a range of children’s menu items.
To view the Saturday Breakfast Menu click here
To view the Sunday Breakfast Menu click here
Breakfast will be available from 7am to 11am on both days of the weekend. The restaurant will also be available for coffee during these periods.
To place a restaurant booking please contact the Club on 07 5699 9000.
The Palms Black Marker Challenge
October saw the launch of a new monthly event, which is open to both Members and the public on The Palms Golf Course.
The course will be set up for tournament conditions for the monthly Black Marker Challenge. Play the Challenge, score 37 points or better, and receive a dozen Titleist ProV1 golf balls valued at $74.95.
Upcoming dates
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November: Tuesday 10 November 2015
December: Tuesday 1 December 2015
Price: $22 Members | $75 Members’ guests | $89 Public
Inclusions: 18 holes of golf, shared electric cart, with a burger and a beer either before or after your round of golf.
Bookings can be made via the Golf Shop.
Henschke Winemakers Dinner – WAITLIST ONLY
On Wednesday 25 November Members and their guests are invited to attend the Henschke Winemakers Dinner hosted by Stephen and Prue Henschke.
The Henschke Family has been making wines since 1862. Henschke boasts a strong portfolio, with a focus on ultra-premium single vineyard wines. After winning numerous awards, the Henschkes would like to share their fine wines with our Members and their guests.
Enjoy delicious canapés along with a decadent four-course degustation. All courses will be accompanied by a special wine suited to each meal.
Date: Wednesday 25 November 2015
Time: 6:30pm
Location: Golf Clubhouse
Price: $99 Members and guests
Bookings: Contact Sophie Wilson on 07 5699 9000 or email
New Members Welcome and Cocktail Party
On Friday 27 November, the Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club Board and Management will be hosting the fourth New Members Welcome and Cocktail Party for 2015 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 set or limited menu.
Date: Friday 27 November 2015
Time: 6pm
Location: Golf 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
Christmas Lunch at the Club
This Christmas celebrate with your family and friends at the Club, whilst sitting back at Lakeview Bar 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: Friday 25 December 2015
Time: 12pm to 3pm
Location: Golf 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 26 October – Ladies
Wednesday 28 October – Men’s
Thursday 29 October – Ladies
Friday 30 October – Men’s
Saturday 31 October – Men’s
Saturday 31 October – Ladies
Titleist 915H Ex-Demonstration Club Sale
A limited number of Titleist 915H ex-demonstration clubs are now available at The Pines Golf Shop from $155 each.
The Titleist 915H is long, straight and forgiving, and will improve your approach game. The rounded profile provides confidence at address, maximum forgiveness, and slightly higher launch.
Available lofts 18°, 21°, 24°, 27°
Rachel Hetherington – Golf Professional
Rachel Hetherington holds weekly ladies’ clinics on Tuesdays. These are held from 9am-9:30am on The Pines Golf Course and are available for $35 per week for all lady Members. Please see below a list of upcoming dates:
Tuesday 10 November – Chipping and bunkers
Tuesday 17 November – Putting
Tuesday 24 November – Chipping
Are you having a series of bad holes during your round? Feel like course management may be the issue? Are you unsure how to plot your way around the course and save shots? Then take advantage of Rachel’s on-course playing special. Book a 9-hole on-course playing lesson for two people for $185 person. Call Rachel on 0418 652730 or email to make a booking.
Featured Craft Beer October and November – Beez Neez
Clean, crisp and dry on the palate while surprisingly refreshing, this unique brew has a light malt taste with a distinct honey aroma and a hint of bitterness. Beez Neez is brewed with a blend of premium pale malted barley and malted wheats, to which Pride of Ringwood hops and pure light amber honey are added. As the honey sugars ferment to alcohol, Beez Neez’ distinctive flavour is brought to life.
Beez Neez is a very pleasant tasting beer, agreeable with a broad range of foods and flavours. It serves as a great accompaniment to our teriyaki beef with soba noodles, shitake and oyster mushrooms and choy sum.
Pot $4.5 Schooner $7
Featured Winery November – Henschke
Henschke boasts a strong portfolio, with a focus on ultra-premium, single-vineyard wines. The Henschke Family has been making wine since Johann Christian Henschke planted a small vineyard on his diverse farming property at Keyneton in 1862.
Eleanor’s Cottage, Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2014
The delicate, yet generous front palate shows citrus,stone-fruit and gooseberry flavours, with zesty minerality and texture, crisp acidity and excellent length. The Henschke Eden Valley vineyard was originally established on the top of the range overlooking the Eden Valley.
Bottle $38 Glass $8.5
Henry’s Seven, 2014
The Shiraz, Grenache, Mataro, viognier blend is a tribute to Henry Evans who planted the first vineyard. The palate displays focused raspberry and dark plum fruits, with lively acidity and beautifully balanced fine, soft tannins providing texture and a long, structured finish.
Bottle $42 Glass $9
These wines are available while stocks last.
Sunday Casual Dining – Summer Barbecue
Each Sunday night enjoy a relaxing evening at Lakeview Bar with a summer barbecue, where you can feast on a selection of meats served with seasonal salads, jacket potatoes and a bread roll for only $20 per person.
Vegetarian options will be available on the night.
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.
The Jabiru Restaurant
Specialising in intimate dinners for two as well as elegant larger affairs, dining at The Jabiru Restaurant features contemporary cuisine designed by Head Chef Danny Donoghue. The menu changes with the seasons, incorporating the freshest local and regional ingredients, offering an appealing array of exquisite entrées, tempting mains and tantalising desserts.
Our dish of the week, available this Friday night with a complimentary tasting of the Josef Chromy Botrytis Riesling, is the white chocolate and coconut panna cotta with almond praline and pineapple compote.
Bookings recommended, phone 07 5699 9000.
Weekly Members’ Draw
The winners of last week’s Members’ Draw was Masanari Terashima. Masanari was not present therefore this week’s draw value is $700.
This Sunday there will be one chance to find a winner. In order to claim the Members’ Draw, the winner must be present in Lakeview Bar at the time of the draw. If the winner is not present, the draw will jackpot to $800 dining credit next week.
Bookings are 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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