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Correction to 'Between the Green'

Please note a correction to the recent Between the Greens email: the total cost of the irrigation program was incorrectly listed as $1.3 million. This was a typographical error. The correct figure is $1.73 million. Apologies for this typo, we appreciate your understanding.

Rake It Right – Help Everyone Enjoy the Game

Here’s a real-life example from last Friday’s comp of how one poorly placed rake can unfairly affect play. A ball rolling into this bunker on 18 caught the rake left partway down the face, stopping awkwardly and leaving the player with a tough downhill lie.

A reminder to all: rakes should be left teeth down pointing in the direction of play, on the flat surface within the bunker. A bit of care and courtesy helps keep things fair and enjoyable for everyone out on course.

Handiskins Returns - Kicking Off August 30th 

The countdown is on — the 2025 Handiskins tournament tees off at Blackwood Golf Club in a couple of months! This fun and inclusive five-round Stableford competition is designed to boost member participation and club spirit, with the top four players qualifying for a Skins-style final where up to $1,200 in Pro Shop vouchers is up for grabs. Open to all financial members with a current GA handicap, rounds will be held on Aug 30, Sept 13 & 27, Oct 25, and Nov 15, with the final played Sunday, Nov 16. Registration details coming soon — stay tuned!.

Pace of Play Tip of the Week – Be Ready, Not Rushed

Help keep the field moving by being ready to play before it’s your turn. That means selecting your club, planning your shot, and being near your ball as others play — without distracting them, of course. A few small habits like this go a long way in keeping rounds enjoyable for everyone!

Junes Been a Wet One...

June has been a notably wet month for our region, with the Golf Course recording 99.5mm of rainfall—significantly above the area's average of approximately 60mm for June . Notably, 55.5mm of this total fell within the past week alone, highlighting the intensity of recent weather patterns. In comparison, Cherry Gardens/Ironbank typically averages around 45mm of rainfall in June , making this month's totals particularly remarkable. This substantial rainfall will greatly benefit the course long-term, especially after the recent dry spell and below-average rainfall in preceding months.

Photo Comp Reminder – Get Snapping (and Saving as JPEG)

Thank you again to all members who continue to send in brilliant entries to our Regular Photo Competition!

How about this opportunistic shot of our resident goose enjoying a moment on the 18th green (thanks Pam Withers, a talented photographer indeed getting him to pose like that!). 

A quick reminder: to ensure we can properly share and showcase your images, please submit photos in JPEG format. Most phones and cameras use this format by default, but it’s worth checking before sending. 

We love seeing the course through our members lens — keep them coming by send directly to me at gm@blackwoodgolf.com.au 

SALA Save the Date - South Australian Living Artist BGC Exhibition Opening Sunday 3rd of August - more details out soon!

Next Weeks Members Draw Menu

Wednesday 2nd of July from 5.45pm onwards - Draw at 6.30pm

Beer Battered Flathead $22

Coopers Pale Ale battered Flathead served with chips, salad, tartare sauce and lemon wedge 

Beef & Shiraz Pie $22

House made tender beef and Jericho Shiraz pie served with creamy mash and a mixed vegetable mornay (peas, carrots and cauliflower in a cheese sauce)  

Vegetable Cottage Pie $20 

Home made vegetarian filled cottage pie served with broccolini  

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.

End of Financial Year SALE - Starts Tuesday 1st July

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