Bonnie Doon youngster Austin Bartista had a convincing 5 shot win in

the Cabra Cup. With 5 birdies and 1 bogey he handled the conditions

of a superbly set up course the best.

John Fearnley from Dunheved GC was next best with 71 on a c/b.

Best local was Shannon Spellar with a great 72.

Net winner was Steve Nelson with a net 68 (off 8)

Welcome to Cabra Confidential. If you have any suggestions or contributions please email me on bigden12342000@yahoo.com.au …..Thanks Dennis Krilich

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From the GM

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Well we find ourselves into Mid May all of a sudden, where has the year gone?

The 2016 Cabramatta Cup has been run and won by a young up and coming talent in Austin Bautista from Bonnie Doon with an outstanding score of 66 four under par. He won the event from a three way tie on 71. Austin wins $1,000 voucher kindly donated by Tom Stephens Jnr of Tomkat Roofing.

The prestigious and highly contested Cock O’ Walk 2 Ball Match Play Final has also recently been completed with Noren Ung and Tony Young beating Kevin Boggs and Brian Bissett 5/4. On the subject of golf, congratulations to the Greens Staff for the way the course has been presented. I have received many compliments well done guys. A camera mounted to a drone is currently filming each hole, this will accompany a hole by hole description, I think this will sit very nicely on our website.

What a huge Mother’s Day weekend with 640 patrons for Sunday lunch and dinner. This followed a private function for 160 on Saturday night that also proved to be an outstanding success.

The Club’s Auditors have just concluded their Annual Audit. With all the improvements and repairs both on and off the course over the past twelve months, I expect to finish a little in the red after we write off $360,000 in depreciation and approximately $54,000 in long service and annual accruals. Very much so the Club is in a healthy position to capitalise on our renovations and most of the repairs although greatly needed are going to be once only. The Club’s Annual General Meeting is set for Monday 29th August and a gentle reminder that it is an election year for the Directors positions.

Work will commence soon on trimming back the overhanging branches to Cabramatta Road, once the necessary approvals are granted we will be straight into it.

The Member’s Badge Draw has now had its limit raised from $1,000 to $2,000, just another reason to come along to Spin N Win on a Friday night with heaps of prizes on offer.

A fair bit has happened on the Course so please refer to the Captains Report for that update.

The Club has just recently purchased fifteen new Yamaha petrol golf carts, this has increased our fleet to fifty so a 100 person Corporate Day can easily be handled without having to borrow carts from outside sources. Each of these new carts have been fitted with a rear bag protector to enable protection from the elements.

The Club also just completed its 2016 poker machine upgrade thus providing the latest and greatest games on the market. Net gaming revenue for 2015/2016 is up a staggering 25%.

Our current marketing campaign kicked off in March mainly on face book and google, the areas we are targeting are social golf, Club Membership, Corporate Golf, our catering facilities, golfing clinics and our newly renovated Clubhouse. I am very encouraged with the traffic on the course and the other areas are receiving good enquiries so benefits should soon flow onto our trading accounts. We have just had Carlton Black installed to our range, why not give it a try.

Until next edition swing slow and stay healthy.

Bill Basan General Manager

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From the Captain

Well it has been a very busy time out on the course with cleaning up after storm damage and getting the course ready in time for 2 of our major events being the Golden Wattle Cup and the Cabra Cup.

Thanks to the Green Staff and the volunteers for your efforts during this busy time.

The Lone Wolf has been decided with the winner being Sophak Chen defeating Matthew Smith on the 19th Hole. This was a tough match and congratulations go to both players.

The Golden Wattle Cup was won by Washington Alvarez (13) with a 68nett. The scratch winner being Adam Wadick with 86.

The Cabra Cup was a great success with 172 starters, sadly the last 3 groups had to battle the dark as well, but they did finish with the help of some much needed light from my phone. Thanks to the Proshop, Matt & Michelle for their friendliness towards all visitors and members and getting the players off in time and Bellissimo’s for the great service during halfway.

Some interesting stats from the Cabra Cup are:

172 players for the cup with 95 being visitors, 2 dropouts and the rest being members.

Congratulations to both Austin Bautista from Bonnie Doon winning the cup with a 66 and Steve Nelson winning nett with 68nett.

Next on the calendar is the Awesome Foursomes, good luck to all players.

Until next time, remember if you see me around the traps come and have a chat.

Andrew Marsh

Captain

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Hi Members and Guests and welcome to our April Newsletter,

Winter is fast approaching, cold wet mornings will soon be upon us – Are you

prepared this season? I have listed a few items I feel are necessary for Winter.

In store we have a new range of Proquip Jumpers that are water repellent,

machine washable and dryer friendly. RRP $ 139 our price $119

FJ Rain gloves are a great investment for both hands during cold wet mornings, they provide

excellent grip and durability at $23 each

Fj ProDry socks the ultimate in foot comfort! They provide superior moisture

control that quickly lifts moisture away from your skin whatever the temperature, combine

that with a fully cushioned Sole for added support and maximum comfort – you’re in sock

heaven! $15 a pair your feet will love you forever!

FJ Shoes, check out our extensive range of shoes all selling at below RRP or you may get lucky

and find a pair on our bargain table!

Good grips are paramount in this weather – grips are available from $8 per club

including fitting.

Titleist Fitting Day Monday 23rd May commencing at 12.30 bookings essential via phone

9602 1516

I would like to introduce Rhett McIvor, PGA Professional who joins us and brings a wealth of

experience. Rhett is currently working a few days in the shop and

conducting coaching clinics for juniors, ladies, veterans and members. Lessons can be

individual or group. Please contact Rhett via the Proshop 9602 1516.

It’s getting close to clearing out your ball competition accounts members, if this could be done

by the 30th June 2016 . Your co-operation and adherence to this

request enables me to complete the necessary end of financial year book keeping. Thanks in

advance!

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Thx

Matt Dowd and Staff

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“The only sure rule in golf is he who has the fastest cart never has to play the bad lie.

Annon

News from the Green Staff

The weather just keeps getting better, I think it was the warmest April in 60 years or so, and very little rain to speak off. And of course with these perfect conditions the golf course should look pretty good, which I think it, does. The turf has held its colour and the greens are firm and fast, which can be achieve much easier at this time of year, opposed to the hot humid conditions throughout summer, so it’s a great time to play golf.

We have managed to finish the 3

rd fairway bunker complex, with the

remaining bunker essentially being refurbished, with new drainage being installed and at the same time lowering the base of the bunker, and new sand being placed in it. I’m happy with the result, I think the whole area has improved remarkably and hopefully it can catch some of the longer hitters, making it tougher to get to the green in two if you get caught in it. The gum trees on the right side of 16th fairway were infested with worms as can be seen by the photo as well as the roots encroaching on to the green. From all reports, and some great feedback from visitors, the Cabra Cup went off very well, once again with the help of the change of timing this year and the fantastic weather conditions. Next year we will en-deavour to take it to a higher level again. In the lead

up to the cup, with the assistance of 3 casuals for two weeks, we were able to weed, prune and mulch 95% of the gardens on course, including the car park, and this made a huge difference in lifting the appearance of the golf course. This is such a large task to undertake and we are looking to do our best to maintain the gardens to as higher standard as possible all year round, not just for big events like that. As we move into the cooler months please try to dry carts sensible around green and tees and try to stay on paths as much as possible, especially when the ground starts to become wet for a prolonged period of time.

Enjoy your golfing, and the course.

Steve Kazurinsky

Course Superintendent.

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Rules questions (see below for correct answers)

1. In singles match play, the players (A & B) share a

motorized golf cart that is parked with Player A

sitting in it. The opponent, Player B, plays a stroke

and his moving ball is deflected by the Player A's

golf bag on the cart. What is the ruling?

A. Player A incurs the loss of hole penalty.

B. Player B incurs a one-stroke penalty.

C. Player B has the option of replaying his stroke or playing his ball as it

lies without penalty.

2. If a player's ball in play has been lifted, it is again in play when

dropped or placed.

True False

3. In stroke play, a player accidentally steps on and moves his

ball-marker. What is the ruling?

A. There is no penalty.

B. There is a one stroke penalty.

C. There is a two stroke penalty

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Cabramatta Confidential

Answers

1. B (Rule 19/2)

2. True (Rule 20/4)

3. B (decision 20-1/5.5)

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Golfer Profile of the Month

How many years have you been a member of Cabra?

4years

What is your handicap at present and what is your goal for the year ahead?

16 and would like to go lower

What is you biggest achievement in golf?

Joining Cabramatta—just such a great course

Do you practice?

Yes—3 times a week

What is your favourite club in your bag?

Putter

Favourite course apart from Cabra?

The Australian

Favourite hole at Cabra and why?

17th— Best Green

Worst hole at Cabra and why?

14th—lost too many balls

What makes a good amateur golfer?

Patience

Who would be in your dream four ball

Myself, Jason Day, Jordon Speith, and Adam Scott

What is your favourite drink?

Schooner VB

If you were down to you last $10, how would you spend it?

Have a punt on the Tab

Johnny Mann

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Hole in One Kath King — 5th Hole

Michael Sainsbury —5th Hole

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From the Archives 1963-64

President………… A. Pirie

Captain ………… H. W. Oliver

A very wet year which disrupted golfing activities and which often caused drastically reduced social club and

member attendances. As a result all sources of revenue were affected, particularly with the enforced cancellations

of bookings by social clubs. A Trading profit of £1,788 was achieved which was down on last year by some

£6,000.

The major focus for the Committee was the formulation of plans for the design, financing and erection of a new

clubhouse. A special Building Sub-Committee was formed early in the project and they spent much of their time

visiting other clubs, inspecting new clubhouses, discussing financing, and examining the trading results achieved

following completion. An Extra-Ordinary

General Meeting was held in February and attended by 213 members and approval was given to proceed.

Work continued on course improvements with the purchase of new machinery and renovation of a number of

greens. Following consultation with the Forestry Commission, a tree planting programme was commenced.

Social functions continued to be well patronised.

The Major Pennants side was successful in winning the 1963 NSWGA Group 2 Pennant Series completing their

matches

undefeated. The team was: R. Watson (Captain), A.Cross, R. L. Moore, A. Pilon, M. Reid, J. Ryan, D. Sharp, J.

Ward and B. Warren.

Membership as at 31st March 1964 was:

Full Members…………… Ordinary 509

Junior 28

Social 5

Life 1

Associate Members……… Ordinary 134

Junior 1

Social 9

The Professional purse was not held this year. The Cabramatta Cup was won by Don Sharp and he also won the

Long Reef Medal for the second year in a row.

Don Sharp was the Club Champion.

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Associates news

This month we farewelled Elaine Findler a long standing

member with the Ladies, Elaine has moved to Wingham

with her family. We would like to wish Elaine all the best

and thank her for many years on

committee and just being a great mate to us all, you will

be missed.

In April the ladies played the 27 hole Cabra Bowl. The

results: Nett Winner Stephanie Solia, R/U Michelle

Dunn, Scratch Winner Ruth Perkins, Scratch R/U

Monica Chester.

The Cabra Bowl is a NETT event and makes the win

even sweeter for Steph, playing off 3 handicap. Steph

opened with an amazing round of 74 off the stick a new

course record, then next week shot another great round of 75, proving to be a deserving winner. Well

done Steph great 2 rounds of golf.

On the 14th April, Kath King had a hole in one at the 5th ……great excitement for Kath in her words ‘It was

an awwwesssomee shot’ great celebrations were had!

On Thursday June 9th the ladies are holding their Salver stroke which is now a Jean Derrin Event approved

by GolfNSW, in the hope that we will attract some excellent golfers to our field. Jean Derrin event is the

same as a Vardon Event for men, so if anyone knows of some talented ladies golfers please pass the

information onto them to make our Inaugural event successful! Entry forms can be downloade from our

website or GolfNSW.

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2016 Cock of the Walk

Tony Young and Noren Ung beat Brian Bissett and Kevin Boggs 5&4 in the final of the Cock of the Walk.

Well done guys

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2016 Lone Wolf

In an exciting final of the 2016 Loan Wolf final Sophak Chen beat Matt Smith on the 19th hole

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A Scottish Jew decided to retire and take up golf, so he applied for membership at a local golf

club.

About a week later he received a letter that his application had been rejected.

He went to the club to inquire as to why.

Secretary: You are aware that this is a Scottish golf club?

Scot: Aye, but I am as Scottish as you are, ma'am, my name is MacTavish.

Secretary: Do you know that on formal occasions we wear a kilt?

Scot: Aye, I do know, and I wear a kilt too.

Secretary: You are also aware, that we wear nothing under the kilt?

Scot: Aye, and neither do I.

Secretary: Are you also aware, that the members sit naked in the steam room?

Scot: Aye, I also do the same.

Secretary: But you are a Jew?

Scot: Aye, I be that.

Secretary: So, being Jewish, you are circumcised, is that correct?

Scot: Aye, I be that, too.

Secretary: I am terribly sorry, but the members just would not feel comfortable sitting in the

steam room with you, since your privates are different from theirs.

Scot: Ach, I know that you have to be a Protestant to march with the Orangemen.

And I know that you have to be a Catholic to join the Knights of Columbus.

But this is the first time I've heard that you have to be a complete prick to join a golf club.

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Tim and Janice met on a singles cruise and Tim fell head over heels for her.

When they discovered they lived in neighbouring cities only a few miles

apart Tim was ecstatic. He immediately started asking her out when they

got home.

Within a couple of weeks, Tim had taken Janice to dance clubs,

restaurants, concerts, movies and museums. Tim became convinced that

Janice was indeed his soul mate and true love. Every date seemed better

than the last.

On the one-month anniversary of their first dinner on the cruise ship, Tim

took Janice to a fine restaurant. While having cocktails and waiting for

their salad, Tim said, "I guess you can tell I'm very much in love with you.

I'd like a little serious talk before our relationship continues to the next

stage."

"So, before I get a box out of my jacket and ask you a life-changing

question, it's only fair to warn you, I'm a total golf nut. I play golf, I read

about golf, I watch golf on TV. In short, I eat, sleep, and breathe golf. If

that's going to be a problem for us, you'd better say so now!"

Janice took a deep breath and responded, "Tim, that certainly won't be a

problem. I love you as you are and I love golf too; but, since we're being

totally honest with each other, you need to know that for the last five years

I've been a hooker."

"Oh wow! I see," Tim replied. He looked down at the table, was quiet for a

moment. Deep in serious thought he added, "You know, it's probably

because you're not keeping your wrists straight when you hit the ball."

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Cabramatta Golf Club

PO Box 8063

Mt Pritchard NSW 2170

www.cabragolf.com.au

Club Phone:

02-96028283

Pro shop

02-96021516

Fax:

02-96013216

E-mail:

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