Tee Talk
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KINGSTON BEACH
GOLF CLUB
The Perfect Club Selection
OCTOBER ~ 2014
... OCTOBER EVENTS ...
By now Members should have
received their invoices for the
2014/2015 Golf Year.
A big thank you to those who
have already settled their
accounts, however, if you have
not already done so, payment at
your earliest convenience would
be greatly appreciated.
Please note: monthly direct debit
option available upon request.
If you are yet to receive an
invoice please contact the office
as soon as possible.
Friday 3rd: Meals Night
*Bookings required
Saturday 4th: Monthly Medal (Stroke)
* Qualifying for Len Nettlefold Cup
Top 4 to qualify for Handicap Matchplay
Friday 17th: Meals Night
*Bookings required
Sunday 19th: Teachers G.C
30+ Players - 9am Rolling Start
Monday 20th: VETS
60+ Players - 8.45am Rolling Start
Thursday 23rd: SHOW DAY COMP.
Greenkeepers Revenge - Fun Day
10am Shotgun Start
Sunday 26th: RSL G.C
60+ Players 7.30am Rolling Start
Friday 31st: Dept. of Human Services
60+ players - 9am Shotgun Start
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NOTE: TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT
BOOKINGS FOR MEALS NIGHTS SHOULD
BE CONFIRMED NO LATER THAN 4PM ON
THE RELEVANT FRIDAY
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.... Captains Report ....
Winter is officially over and it is time to get out on the course and enjoy the friendship and
challenge of a game of golf. The recent green renovation and spraying of weeds on the
greens has resulted in some patches etc. but with re-seeding and good growth they should
return to the high quality we are accustomed to shortly. The extension of the 1st tee is underway and with the spring growth it should progress quickly from here.
We come to the club for relaxation and enjoyment and since returning from my extended
winter holiday, a few people have offered suggestions on what we can do to make this
experience just a little more pleasant for all.
These suggestions include:
* If you are in a slower group, take pressure off yourself and those you are playing with by
letting others play through. This reduces frustration in the following group and reduces your
stress from being pushed or hit up on. (We will all, hopefully, get older and probably slower,
but a little consideration from both the tortoises and the hares will make it better for all)
When using the practice facilities, please consider others by using the sand to replace divots,
not hitting practice balls toward others and not monopolising facilities by over use or not
providing reasonable access to others.
* Use black tees and a maximum of 2 balls when playing practice rounds.
* Do not interfere with watering equipment (yes we have started watering!!!!) by moving it,
stopping travelators or crimping hoses.
* Please ensure you and those you invite to visit your course are appropriately dressed.
(We have moved with the times regarding dress standards but it is important we maintain an
appropriate standard of cleanliness and attire)
On another note, we recently took possession of a new greens mower, a surrounds mower
and a roller that should greatly assist our hard working course staff. We have also applied to
the Kingborough Council for a grant to remove limbs from some of the large trees around the
course that are dangerous or require trimming. Hopefully the council representatives will
positively view this application.
Competition numbers have been good and it is the time of year when a few new members
join. Please make them feel welcome, encourage them to become part of the club by getting
them into the clubhouse for a social drink and having a game or two with them until they feel
comfortable.
Kind regards and good hitting.
Glenn Frame
Captain
TASWELD
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... Women’s Golf ...
The WGTS Southern open was played on the last
two Sundays at RHGC. Kingston had a very good
representation.
The Gross Champion was Anne Medlycott from
RHGC .
Sue Clark from KBGC won the first 18 holes nett
and Vanessa Watson was nett runner up.
Toni Brown was Div. 2 Gross Champion and nett
runner up.
Barbara Pretyman was Senior Veterans Gross
Champion.
The Barclay Shield was played at Riverside on
Monday. Brigid Tracey, Anne Challen, Di Males
and Barbara Pretyman were the Representatives
from KBGC.
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To view Golf Tas
information & Newsletters
please go to
ww.golftasmania.org.au
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Anne Challen
Women’s Captain
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WOMEN’S GOLF COME & TRY DAY
Women’s Golf Tasmania South and Southern Country, in conjunction with Golf Tasmania
wish to invite you to experience and enjoy the game of golf.
Join us for demonstrations, fun competitions, a fashion show, a raffle, champagne and nibbles,
and the sharing of experiences by leaders in the local golfing community.
The open session is a free initiative introduced to compliment Play Golf Week being run from
November 17-23.
Bookings for this fantastic opportunity are not essential but would be appreciated.
A list of Play Golf Week activities and offerings at golf clubs will be available from
playgolf.com.au
LLANHERNE GOLF CLUB 132 Surf Road SEVEN MILE BEACH 7170
4.00pm onwards Thursday 6 November
Please telephone (03) 6244 3600
or
Email: [email protected] to register your participation
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... COURSE NEWS ...
Spring is here and along with the warmer
weather comes the unpredictability of the season, wind, rain, baking sun and mountain snow falls
make for a challenging turf maintenance period. This
time of year the playing surfaces are susceptible to
both warm and cool season diseases as well as the
early movement of detrimental insects.
The September renovation proved challenging. We
intended to use a 16mm hollow tine to a depth of
150mm on the greens however due to lifting of the
surface we had to switch to a 10mm solid tine. We also
took the opportunity to spray out the Spurry in the
greens. Spurry has crept into the greens over the past
few years, due to its slow spreading nature and grass
like consistency it has been left unchecked. The
treatment has worked well however with any successful herbicide application it has left bare patches where
the weed was growing. To combat this we have over
sown the greens with Browntop bent and fertilised
heavily with Noculate complete. These patches will
grow back in time.
Recently the committee facilitated the purchase of 3
new machines: a new greens mower, a low hours tees
and surrounds mower and a new greens roller. They
replace a 4300hrs greens mower, a 4800hrs tees and
surrounds mower and a 2400hr greens roller.
I would like to thank Paul Jolley for his continued
volunteer work on course. Paul is a no fuss volunteer
and is a fantastic member of the crew whose work is
much appreciated.
Adrian
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BEACHFRONT 32
Cafe, Bar and Takeaway
Ph: 6229 4891
32 Osborne Esplanade
Kingston Beach
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Unwritten Rules
of Golf
When looking at
black rain clouds above
your head you must say
"I think it will miss us" to
your partner".
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Telling yourself to clean
the club head properly
after every shot. - Never
lasts more than 4 holes
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Lightning Ambrose Comp
... Starts 30th October ...
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SHOW DAY - 23rd October
4 PERSON AMBROSE
‘GREENKEEPERS REVENGE’- Fun Day
10am Shotgun Start
OPEN TO ALL MEMBERS & GUESTS
.... $20.00 PER PERSON....
{ includes BBQ at completion of play }
To register, please call the
Pro Shop 6229 4298 or Office 6229 8300
...CAN YOU HELP! ...
We are in need of Volunteers
to assist with running a 6 week
MYGOLF ~ Clinic For Juniors
All guidelines and training
information provided.
{Times of clinics are flexible}
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Please contact the office
for further information
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Members & visitors, please note that on
weekdays, even if the catering facilities
are closed, Amanda and/or Marissa are
more than happy to assist with bar sales.
Please just pop into the office and let
them know you would like to purchase a
drink .....or two!
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.... Social Club ....
Margin Tickets: Please check your tickets as all prizes
to be claimed no later than Saturday 11th October, 2014
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Winner of the Footy Finals Competition : Gerry Clark
well done Gerry for backing the incredibly talented
Hawthorn Team, you are obviously a very intelligent man!
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Winner of the Penfolds Wine raffle: Terry Carless
Second Prize: Judy Cox Third Prize: Richard Kerr
Thank you to all who have supported the Social Clubs’ fundraising events
... Pro Shop ...
... ... Reminder ... ...
‘Balls down the line’ are paid to the
value of $3.50. Any upgrade costs are
to be covered by the member.
CART HIRE FEES
Also, effective as of 1st September
2014 ‘balls down the line’ will be
forfeited if unclaimed after 6 months.
MEMBERS - 18 HOLES
$25.00
MEMBERS - MAXIMUM 9 HOLES
$15.00
NON-MEMBERS - 18 HOLES
$35.00
NON-MEMBERS - MAXIMUM 9 HOLES
$$20.00
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BUCKETS OF BALLS
Small - $3.00
Medium - $5.00
Large - $10.00
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SOUTH HOBART
BUTCHERY
~ KBGC 87th CHRISTMAS TOURNAMENT ~
Schedule of events
Event 1 ~ Wednesday 3rd December
Pinehurst Foursomes
{Sponsored by TRADE WEAR}
Event 2 ~ Saturday 6th December
J.B. Piggott 2B Stableford
{Sponsored by SOUTH HOBART BUTCHERY}
Event 3 ~ Wednesday 10th December
Pro Comp - Stableford
{Sponsored by BRETT JOHNS}
Event 4 ~ Saturday 13th December
AON Summer Cup
18 Hole Stroke ~ Toogood Trophy Event
{Sponsored by AON RISK SERVICES AUST}
~ incorporating December Monthly Medal - Vets & Juniors Events ~
Event 5 ~ Tuesday 16th December
Ladies Stableford
{Sponsored by BRETT JOHNS PRO SHOP}
Event 6 ~ Wednesday 17th December
18 Hole Stableford Cup
{Sponsored by FUJI XEROX}
Event 7 ~ Saturday 20th December
John Toogood Trophy ~ 18 Hole Stroke (Nett) Event
{Sponsored by GLASSER & PARKER}
~ incorporating Vets & Juniors Events ~
Event 8 ~ Sunday 21stDecember
Fun Day Medley Male/Female 2 per Ambrose
{Sponsored by BLACKMANS BAY MOTORS}
Free BBQ Lunch ~ Included in $5.00 entry fee