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MEMBER'S NEWSLETTER

18TH JULY 2025

 
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PACE OF PLAY - PART 1

Slow play continues to be a major factor impacting enjoyment of the game, particularly during busy competition times. But what exactly constitutes slow play, and how can it be avoided?

What is Slow Play?
Slow play is defined by the Club as a group falling 15 minutes or more behind the group in front. This reflects the standard 7 or 8 minute starting time interval plus a 7 minute grace period. It's important to note that slow play is not based on the group behind, but rather a loss of position relative to the group ahead.

Whose Responsibility Is It?
Every player in the group is responsible for maintaining pace. It’s not just the job of the lowest marker or the most experienced player. Your group should always aim to remain in position with the group in front and strive to complete your round in as close as possible to 4 hours. 

Why It Matters
Maintaining pace is a shared obligation. When one group falls behind, the impact ripples throughout the field, causing delays for everyone and negatively affecting the flow and experience of the round. By understanding your role in managing pace, you contribute to smoother, fairer, and more enjoyable competitions for all.

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GRACE KIM - OATLAND’S GC ALLUMNI

Many members enjoyed watching the thrilling conclusion of the Women’s Amundi Evian Masters on Monday, where Australia’s Grace Kim stormed home with an incredible eagle–birdie–eagle finish to claim her first Major championship.

What some may not be aware of is Grace’s connection to Oatlands Golf Club, where she was a junior member from 2012 to 2018. While she is best known in recent years as an Avondale member, the Club can be proud to have played a small part in the journey of Australia’s newest Major champion.

This latest success adds to Grace’s already impressive resume, which includes victories in the Australian Girls’ Championship, NSW Women’s Amateur, and Australian Women’s Amateur. We congratulate Grace on this incredible achievement and look forward to watching her continued success on the LPGA Tour.

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DEVELOPMENT UPDATE

Members will have noticed activity on the 12th hole, where early works contractors have set up their site office and conducted test hole digs ahead of construction of the temporary car park. Earthworks are expected to begin shortly, and the green waste area beside hole 15 is being cleared to store the fill.

We have been advised that the 18th hole will remain in play for another week or two, so members should make sure to play it while time still permits. We will inform you as soon as we receive confirmation of its closure. In the meantime, please use the existing pathway between the 12th and 18th holes to access the newly configured hole. 

To help maintain pace of play, you may choose to call up the group behind on the spare hole if the Par 5 fairway isn’t yet clear—but please ensure your safety by standing at the back of the green and observing tee shots carefully.

TEMPORARY CLUBHOUSE UPDATE

Members are advised that carpeting of the temporary Clubhouse facility will be performed early next week. We ask all members to avoid wheeling the golf buggies through the building from the time forward. Golfers using the practice studios are requested to leave their bag / buggy outside, and just bring in the clubs they require for their practice / lesson. 

FROM THE COURSE

Course staff spent most of Monday tidying up the course, after the winds last weekend left the course littered with leaf debris. The usual process was employed with the blowers removing the leaf debris from the fairway and green surrounds, blowing it into the rough so the vacuum could sweep it up. This material is then dumped into mulch areas around the course where it starts to break down into organic matter.

Course staff have started to remove the turf from the 12th green which we plan to use as the surface of the temporary putting green on the 18th tee. This work will commence next week, and will involve the team cutting out the existing turf to a depth of 300mm to provide a soil profile with enough depth so we can cut holes in the green.

Herbicide applications to control Winter Grass weeds in collars and aprons have started, with the 1st and 13th greens sprayed on Tuesday morning. These applications should control these weeds quickly and produce clean/even playing surfaces. Tee complexes will be treated with a different herbicide to control the same weed, with watering in of this herbicide required as it is absorbed by the root system of the Winter Grass weeds.

The volunteers were on course Monday morning focusing on tidying up the gardens around Farmer Tunk’s Hut, which is located between the 6th green and 7th tee. The idea with this work was to remove some of the Agapanthus plants and relocate them to other parts of the course. This will benefit members searching for stray balls in this garden when playing the new 19th / 7th hole and reduce the impact on the speed of play. Painting within the temporary Clubhouse was also completed through the week. Thank you to everyone involved with these works, your assistance is always very much appreciated.

Greens will be cut on both mornings this weekend. Garry will be setting pins on Saturday morning, and I will be setting them on Sunday morning.

Happy Golfing
The Course Team.

2025 WINTER MEDAL

The Winter Medal was contested on Saturday 12th July, with players facing chilly morning conditions and a typically tough winter course setup.

Congratulations to Wei Wang, who claimed both the Medal and C Grade honours with an outstanding score of net 63 (-7) off a handicap of 21—finishing three shots clear of the field. A fantastic performance in testing conditions!

Well done also to all members who managed to play to their handicap or better. 

WS TARGETT QUALIFYING

The qualifying round of the WS Targett Mixed Matchplay was held on Sunday 13th July, with a strong field competing for a spot in the matchplay phase.

We now have our top 8 pairings who will go head-to-head over the next three Sundays to determine this year’s champions.

The full draw can be viewed below. Best of luck to all competing teams!

WS TARGETT QUARTER FINAL DRAW

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BRISBANE GC RECIPROCAL

Members are advised that the reciprocal agreement between Oatlands Golf Club and Brisbane Golf Club will be temporarily suspended at Brisbane GC’s request from September 2025 to January 2026, while they undertake a Green Replacement Program.

Brisbane Golf Club has assured us of their commitment to preserving the long-standing relationship between our two clubs and will provide an update on the progress of this work in early 2026.

Members wishing to utilize the Club’s reciprocal arrangements (found here) are reminded to contact the Office to obtain a Letter of Introduction prior to reaching out to the reciprocal clubs to make a booking.

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CHRISTMAS IN JULY

Get into the festive spirit at Oatlands Golf Club’s popular Christmas in July Buffet Dinner, taking place tomorrow evening – Saturday 19th July.

This much-loved annual event is a great excuse to don your favourite Christmas outfit and enjoy a night of delicious food, fun, and festive cheer with fellow members.

For just $60, guests will be treated to a delicious buffet featuring traditional Christmas favourites, including glazed Christmas ham, sticky mulled wine beef, creamy potato bake, smoked salmon wreath, and a selection of indulgent desserts like pavlova and sticky date pudding.

Spots are still available, so if you haven’t booked yet, there’s still time to join the festivities! 

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THE BETTINGTON RESTAURANT

Join us for our second last Bettington dinner on Wednesday, 30th July, as we celebrate the rich and comforting flavors of Italy in an evening of refined dining and warm atmosphere. This specially curated menu features elegant takes on Italian classics, including handmade gnocchi, prawn ravioli, succulent lamb cutlets, and fresh seafood, all enhanced with gourmet elements like black truffle and macadamia pesto.

To complete the experience, a selection of sides and indulgent Italian desserts—panna cotta, Monte Bianco, and the ever-popular tiramisu—will be on offer. August’s Bettington dinner will be our final formal dining event before the Clubhouse redevelopment, so this month and next will be members’ last opportunity to redeem their Birthday Vouchers in this iconic setting. Don’t miss the chance to farewell the Clubhouse with one of its most beloved dining traditions.

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FAREWELL TO CLUBHOUSE FUNCTION

With early works already underway and the major clubhouse redevelopment soon to begin, now is the perfect time to celebrate the many memories and milestones shared within the current Clubhouse over the years. To mark the occasion, the Club will be hosting a 'Farewell to the Clubhouse' function on Saturday, 16th August—the final members' Saturday night event in the current building.

The evening will feature a relaxed and social atmosphere, with canapés, platters, a drink on arrival, and live music playing favourites from the 70s, 80s, and 90s. While a few brief speeches are planned, the focus of the night will be on members coming together to reflect, connect, and farewell the Clubhouse that has been a cherished part of their golfing lives. Further details will be shared soon, and we encourage members to secure their spot via the booking link below.

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NEW BAR & BISTRO MENU

We are pleased to advise members that the Club’s new Bar and Bistro menu is in effect as of today. Featuring a range of fresh additions we’re confident will become member favourites, the updated menu brings exciting variety while maintaining the classic options you've come to enjoy.

New dishes include panko crumbed squid rings, honey soy chicken wings, slow-cooked lamb shank, and crispy skin barramundi, while the crispy beef salad is a lighter option that’s sure to be a hit. We look forward to hearing your thoughts and invite you to try something new following your next round.

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BRONZE III PENNANT

Commiserations to the Club’s Bronze III Pennant side who narrowly went down in their match against Monash at Roseville last week, with a final score of 3.5 to 1.5.

This result marks another close contest for the team, who currently sit in sixth position on the ladder with just one round remaining — a final match against seventh-placed Wakehurst at Mona Vale GC.

We wish the team all the best for their final match of the season and extend our thanks to all team members for their efforts throughout the season. The current standings can be viewed by clicking the link below:

Bronze III Pennant – 2025 Season Results-Rd 6

MEN’S SUPER SENIOR PENNANT

The 2025 Men’s Over 65 Super Senior Pennant season kicked off this week, with the Oatlands team enjoying a Bye in the opening round while the remaining teams played their matches here at the Club.

This season, our team will face off against Muirfield, Bankstown, Cumberland, Stonecutters Ridge, Strathfield, and Massey Park, and they head into the season full of confidence. The squad representing Oatlands this year includes:

Lindsay MacInnes, Vassik Barovs, Chris Garland, Renato Manongdo, Phil Langdon, Peter O'Donnell, Richard Lees, Mark Clout, John Farrar, Rob Palin, John Muggelton, Mike McFarland, Rod Bowyer, Col McRae and Joe Wahbe, with Col Davis managing the team.

We wish the team the very best of luck for the season ahead and will keep members informed of their progress throughout the competition.

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LEGACY DAY - SAT 26th JULY

The annual Legacy Cup will be held on Saturday 26th July, an 18-hole black tee individual stableford competition, open to players with a handicap of 36 or less. The competition fee is $25 per player, which includes an $8 donation to Legacy, an organization that provides support to the families of deceased and incapacitated ADF veterans. Legacy’s ongoing work ensures that the families of those who served our country receive care and financial assistance when they need it most.

The player with the best nett score on the day will have the honour of representing Oatlands Golf Club at the State Legacy Cup (event details to be announced). In addition to this opportunity, prizes will be awarded to the winners of four handicap grades, the overall scratch winner, and nearest the pin (NTP) winners.

This is a fantastic opportunity for members to compete in a spirited event while also contributing to a meaningful cause. We look forward to a great day of golf on 26th July, and to showing our collective support for the remarkable work Legacy continues to do for our veteran community.

UPCOMING EVENTS

QPC&C Tiger Tee Challenge Open Day - Friday 18 July

Bistro 94 Open for Dinner - Friday 18 July (Book Here)

Christmas in July Buffet - Saturday 19 July (Book Here)

WS Targett Quarter Finals - Sunday 20 July

Ladies Interclub Match at Muirfield GC - Thursday 24 July

QPC&C Tiger Tee Challenge Open Day - Fri 25 July

Bistro 94 Open for Dinner - Friday 18 July (Book Here)

Legacy Cup Stableford ($25pp Comp Fee) - Saturday 26 July

WS Targett Semi Finals - Sunday 27 July

Ladies Veteran's Team Day (4 Person Stableford): Monday 28 July

July Bettington Restaurant - Wednesday 30 July (Book Here)

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