Positive news about our Golf Course

Dear Members,

Golf NSW has provided the following update re: Course closures. 

"After reconsideration, the Office of Sport - NSW Government has advised that golf is considered an activity that can continue to be played in line with Public Health Orders relating to public gathering limits, social distancing, and the elderly." 

They have also prepared an FAQ document that can be found here

The statement from the Office of Sport - NSW Government is as follows: 
The Office of Sport would like to clarify the advice that went out on Monday 30 March 2020. As you know, there are now restrictions around public gatherings and rules around leaving your home. These new measures are in place to keep the community safe during the COVID-19 outbreak. But it is important to note that people are allowed to leave their homes for the purpose of exercise. For more information on the new restrictions, please click here 

For the latest position statement from Golf Australia please click here

What does this mean for sport and active recreation organisations? 

The NSW Government has issued guidelines allowing people to go outside and exercise. Any form of exercise is to be undertaken in compliance with the Public Health Orders, meaning that people must not participate in groups greater than two persons at any point in time. 

Therefore, individual sports such as golf and tennis can continue provided the Public Health Orders are complied with. 

As such, we are pleased to advise that we will reopen the golf course on Saturday 4th April 2020 for members’ social play only.

Green fees will be $13 for 18 holes and $8 or 9 holes.

NB. COVID-19 is a nasty virus that can be fatal if the wrong people get it.  Based on current information and clinical expertise, older adults (70+) and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at a higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19.  Many of those fall right into the demographic of Australian golf. 

Please ensure that you adhere to the following at all times: 

• Golf will be played as Show & Go.  This means report to the Pro Shop (in-line with social gathering guidelines) prior to you tee time and when you have finished your round pack your car and leave the course.
• No more than 1 person is permitted at the pro shop counter at any one time, excluding staff. 
• All payments must be paid by credit card or EFTPOS, no cash
• No more than 2 players per group
• Sharing motorised golf carts in any way is NOT permitted; this includes privately owned golf carts
• Each day an 18 hole and 9 hole golf course will be open for play
• Golf will be played in 8 minute intervals from 7am to midday for 18 holes and 2pm for 9 holes each day
• Time sheets will go online at 9am tomorrow Friday, 3rd April for bookings through to Sunday, 12th April, 2020. NB. Only book if you are absolutely sure you are going to play.
• The Pro Shop will be open from 6.45am and close at 4.30pm.  All hire carts are to be returned by 4pm.  This could change depending on demand
• No groups are allowed to gather on any part of the course, clubhouse surrounds or car parks.  A group of more than 2 persons (3 is a crowd) is considered as a social gathering with a $1,000 fine applying to individuals and $5,000 for the Club.  Any breach “will attract a 3 month automatic suspension” could lead to membership suspension and the golf course being closed. NSW Police will be patrolling golf courses.

Please refer COVID-19 Temporary Local Rules – Rev2 now on the website here that apply for your safety. 

Other Items:     

• The halfway will remain closed.  Please bring your own food.
• Water bubblers have been disconnected – Please purchase water from the Pro Shop before playing.
• Locker room sunscreen will not be available, but is available for purchase through the Pro Shop.

It is imperative that all social distance rules that have been stipulated by the government are adhered to at all times. Our staff will be enforcing these strict measures. Action will be taken against any person who does not follow these rules. We expect all members show respect to our staff who are here risking their own health to serve you. 

If you are already booked in for this weekend, please note that your tee time could change due to the amended group size from four players per group to two. These timesheets will be available to view from tomorrow. Mid-week bookings that appeared online yesterday have been cancelled. 

Please take care of yourself and each other. 

Kind regards, 

Trevor Harrison 
General Manger