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Important Update – Saturday Stroke Competition

A quick reminder ahead of tomorrow’s Tony Mathews Property Consultancy Stroke event:

·       Preferred lies have now been removed by the Match Committee thanks to the excellent course conditions.

·       Starting tomorrow, we’ll begin a three-month trial of a Stroke-only Monthly Medal format — no Par or Stableford options.

·       To help maintain pace of play and keep things enjoyable, a 10-shot maximum (“mercy rule”) will apply on any hole.

Please remember: if you reach your maximum and pick up, enter a score of 10 — do not use the “P” (pick-up) function.
Using the “P” button tomorrow will disqualify you from the competition, so please take care when entering your scores.

Thank you for helping us trial this format —  and enjoy your round!

Weekly Course Update

It’s been another productive week out on the course, with 28.5mm of rain recorded — most of which fell over the weekend — keeping irrigation needs to a minimum for now.

The team has been busy with a range of maintenance and improvement tasks, including mini-tining the greens, seeding the 12th mounds, and dusting greens with around 5 tonnes of sand. The roughs have also been fertilised to encourage healthy growth as we move into late spring.

On the irrigation front, several projects were completed: connecting the cart washdown bay to the main irrigation system, repairing a leaking solenoid on the practice fairway, and sanding trench lines across multiple fairways (6, 16, and 17) with the help of our dedicated volunteers (pic below, in their new HiViz BGC Volunteer vests!).

With more rain forecast for next week, the team will continue focusing on course conditioning and preparing for the busy stretch of summer golf ahead.

Balcony Furniture Arrives!
Members may have noticed the arrival of our new balcony furniture, replacing the older wooden setting with a modern, ergonomic, and stylish design. The new pieces are lightweight, comfortable, and allow for a more efficient layout — meaning more members can now enjoy the balcony and its fantastic views.

A special thank you to our Social Committee, who not only contributed a significant portion of the funds for this upgrade but also continue to do a fantastic job creating vibrant and enjoyable social events throughout the year. The addition of a few high-top tables with stools overlooking the putting green and 18th hole has already proven popular, particularly in the afternoons.

By supporting Social Committee events such as the Christmas Ambrose and the Twilight Series through summer, members are directly helping to fund great initiatives like this — and supporting the dedicated team who help make our Club such an enjoyable place to be.

Pop-Up Art Exhibition in the Breezeway

We’re excited to host a Pop-Up Art Exhibition in the Club breezeway, showcasing the incredible talent of local artists — including our very own members Denny Smalley, Helen Rice, and Sarah Allen from our Admin team. All are part of the Anne Bowden Art Group, led by local art mentor and teacher Anne Bowden.

Drop by and take a moment to enjoy the creativity and skill on display — it’s a wonderful celebration of community and artistic talent right here at Blackwood!

There’s Still Time to Enter!
Entries for The Longest Day at Blackwood are still open — it’s not too late to get involved in this great cause! Whether you take on the full challenge, play a part or donate to one of our teams, every effort helps support the Cancer Council’s vital research. Gather a few mates, register your team, and join in the fun on Sunday, 9th November

Junior Development Program

Calling all Junior Members!

Looking to improve your skills and take your game to the next level?

Aspire to represent the Club at Pennant level?

Or simply want to get to know and play with other Junior Members?

Join Club Professional Matt Dent and Junior Coordinator Ravi Sathananthan each Friday night in November, 5:30pm to 7:30pm, for Skills Enhancement Clinics & Course Management Strategy.

For any enquiries contact Ravi Sathananthan (0417 852 033).

Next Weeks Members Draw Menu

Wednesday 5th of November from 5.45pm onwards - Draw at 6.30pm

$1600 Jackpot up for grabs! - 2 bottles of fine Jericho Wines to be won!

Chicken satays served with Asian veges and savory rice

Herb crumbed Barramundi with parsley potatoes and salad

Mushroom Goulash 

Next Weeks Twilight Menu

Thursday 6th of November from 5.45pm onwards 

Play and Stay

Barramundi Florentine - parmesan crumb with parsley potatoes, carrots and broccolini.

Hungarian Goulash served with buttered egg noodles

Mushroom Goulash with buttered egg noodles 

Dinner bookings can be made via the Club’s usual timesheet booking system (accessible through the Members Portal), or by calling Reception on 8388 2313

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