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CLUB NEWS

Sunday 10 September 2023

General Update

Revenue Diversification
Revenue diversification continues to be a hallmark of our focus this past year and we have recently introduced the hiring of golf scooters/bikes which has been well received by members and public. The scooters are now available for hire for members at a rate of $25 per 18 holes ($30 to the public) and it is a fun way for golfers to enjoy their golf even more.
We will be holding a few big social events at the Club in the next few weeks and months. We kindly thank you in advance for the members understanding on this. On Saturday 16 September, we will be providing a free BBQ sizzle for our members in the afternoon field (only) in the alfresco area as the members' lounge/whole clubhouse will be closed for a big wedding function during that period.
With the increase of families dining for lunch, dinner and functions at the Club, we have now installed a baby change table and nappy bin in our shared parents' room/disabled toilet in the clubhouse.
Winners
Congrats to our newly crowned 2023 men's club champion Andrew Woods and multiple returned winner Sasha Hofman for our 2023 women's club champion.
Congrats to our newly crowned 2023 senior men's club champion Craig Grant and 2023 senior women's club champion Jaedo Jun.
Congrats to our newly crowned 2023 men foursomes champions Don Mclean and Cian McGarvey. The Women's foursomes champions are Sasha Hofman and Jorja Hinson-Tolchard.
Congrats also to Kymberley Wilson and Lyn Bennett for finishing 1st and 2nd place respectively in the WA Women's Senior Rankings that concluded recently.
Policies
The latest policy approved by the Board is for the practice of ghosting.
"Ghosting is where the name of a member who has no intention of playing is inserted in a tee time spot via the online booking system. The practice of ghosting is not acceptable behaviour and is clearly intended to circumvent the playing rights of other members".
Ghosting policy (PDF)
This policy has been added to our policies page on our members' website for future reference.
Vision of our Club's future
If you have missed the latest Board special update - I urge you to read the special edition on the latest update for our land acquisition. This issue has been an ongoing matter for GGC for the last 30 years and it is pleasing for this momentum towards achieving something that many have said "it can't be done". Congrats to Rob, Shane and the Board for achieving this fantastic milestone.
The acquisition of land is the first step. As we embark on this project, facility diversification is an integral component for the future viability of our business and Club. Unless you've been living under a shell, we are not the only sport that is going through this momentous change - other sports have started adapting to providing a multi-purpose facility and if we don't make this change, we are again, 10 steps behind.
To assist the understanding of members on this - I have attached the link for Golf Australia participation report (PDF) that indicates 1.2m of golfers play off-course only but only 0.7m play on-course only. This number is predicted to grow in favour of off-course only as generations grow and change.

Fiza Errington

General Manager

Club Championship Winners

Your Club Champions for 2023 are:

Men: Andrew Woods

Women: Sasha Hofman

Winners of other grades -Men :

A grade Champion: Randall Heng

A grade Runner up: Blake Wager

B grade Champion: John Taylor

B grade Runner up: Johnson Taylor

C grade Champion: Jordan Gotch

C grade Runner up: Norm Christie

Winners of other grades -Women :

B grade Champion: Sue Park

B grade Runner up: Angsana Dartnell

Article for list of winners and photos (here)

Senior Club Championship Winners

Craig Grant is the Senior Men Champion and Jaedo Jun is the Senior Women Champion.

Congratulations to all winners on the day.

Winners (men) on the day:

Men senior champion - Craig Grant
Men senior runner up - Don Mclean
Men nett winner - Michael Bernoulli
Men nett runner up - Ian Tomic
Super senior men - Roy Jones

Winners (women) on the day:

Women senior champion - Jaedo Jun
Women senior runner up - Lyn Bennett
Women nett winner - Regina Supper
Women nett runner up - Hye Soon Lee
Super senior women - Helena Lee

Foursomes Championship

The Foursomes Championship concluded today with the following winners:

Men foursomes champions: Don Mclean and Cian McGarvery (74)

Women foursomes champions: Sasha Hofman and Jorja Hinson-Tolchard (72)

Men runner up foursomes champions: Lino Scartozzi and Mason Burr (79)

Women runner up foursomes champions: Grace Cheetham and Halia Edwards (83)

Car parking courtesy for each other

We urge members to be considerate of one another when you park in our car park.

There have been numerous photos submitted to the administration in the last few weeks and we are unable to act or monitor the car park at all times.

Please be considerate to park within the lines and not park on the line itself.

Our member's car park registration details are also out of date. Please submit your latest registration details in this link and we will randomly pick a member winner for a special bottle of wine! The closing survey date is 30 September 2023. (The short survey takes less than a minute to complete)

We often hear of scratches from cars parked and therefore we also recommend members to take up the offer from Troober Prime to ensure that your car is protected from scratches and dents.

Frank De Jesus - Farewell

It is with sadness that we announce the departure of Frank De Jesus, our head chef.

Frank is early waiting for the arrival of his son and we wish him the best for the safe arrival of his newborn.

Frank's last day is Saturday 16 September.

We have appointed a new head chef, due to start early October and we will announce his appointment shortly.

Course Care Videos

If you are unsure of the best way to fix your pitch marks on greens, this is one of the easiest tips. Video is less than 2 mins.

(Video link)

If you are unsure of how to rake bunkers, this is a great video to watch. Our rakes are placed outside of our bunkers. Video is less than 2 mins.

(Video link)

Sasha tied best WA finisher at Bowra O'Dea Women's Classic

Sasha, showing her golfing prowess despite not practising as much (tied with Erina Tan and Amanda Gan) as the best WA finisher at T7th with a score of +5 at the recently held Bowra & O'Dea Women's Classic at The Western Australian Golf Club.

Well done also to Amanda, who works at GGC pro shop.

Wine/Coffee Keepcup

Our GGC logoed keepcups are now available for members purchase.

The keep cups are only $25 each.

If you are sighing and moaning about the price....we just saw one advertised in Woolworths for a discounted 20% rate at $24 for a (same size) Camelback keep cup.

Grab yours today with your member credit.

Friday 13 October - Junior Gala Day

One of our biggest annual club event is back again on Friday 13 October!

Submit a team of 4 for only $770 and is inclusive of golf carts and all food and beverage consumption on the day.

The format on the day is Ambrose Golf. Gourmet pre game lunch, on course food and post game gourmet canapes and BBQ. Lots of raffles and novelty prizes to be won on the day!

Profits on the day goes toward our Junior Funds (For our junior program)

Entry form (link here)

Sponsorship packages (link here)

Clubhouse Opening Hours (During Course renovation period closure)

Monday 11 Sept - Complete closure of clubhouse (TOMORROW)
Tuesday 12 Sept - Normal hours
Weds 13 Sept - 7 am to 2 pm
Thursday - Normal hours
Friday - Normal hours. The course reopens at lunchtime.

Please note that we've been able to keep the clubhouse open during the course closure period due to the hosting of evening functions and business networking breakfasts. However, we would appreciate an increased patronage from our members this week to support us during our lunch periods.

It is our preference that contact during the course closure period is by email. Staff will have limited hours on-site in the office. The pro shop is closed during this period as well except for management staff.

Practice range and 13A are only accessible from Thursday onwards. Our pro shop is also on limited opening hours therefore please do not come for practice if you need to purchase range tokens or golf carts to access practice areas.

Quick Reminders - Golf and Course

No carts or buggies are to always cross the blue lines on the course. The blue lines are not just for motorised carts, it applies to all forms of carts and buggies.

All off-course boundary shots must be reported to the pro shop/office. A courtesy of an apology to the neighbour (if identified) is appreciated.

The pace of play. A good pace of play is about keeping up with the group in front of you.

Members are only allowed to practice playing on the course with a maximum of TWO golf balls. Please refrain from hitting more than 2 during your practice/casual play on the course.

If you are practising your chips/pitches on our chipping green, it is a maximum of FOUR golf balls when there are other members around on the chipping green.

Book a lesson with Calum

Take a few strokes off your handicap by booking a lesson with Calum Juniper

Book here

Benefits for GGC Members

Discount fees to be a member of Troober Prime and join for only $300 a year and all your scuff marks/minor dents are repaired with only $50 each charge. A piece of mind when we have tight parking spots. Join here.

Contact Gibbons Automotive (Kia, Nissan, Holden, Subaru) 9398 2211 today for 10% off service and special offers for car sales. Mention that you're a GGC member. (Address - 2325 Albany Hwy Gosnells)

Contact Europcar and receive a 15% discount by putting in the code 56125661 when you book online.

Gosnells Golf Club
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Canning Vale WA 6155

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