Sanctuary Lakes Golf Club Newsletter 7 June 2013

Transition News

The newly appointed Directors of the Board of Sanctuary Lakes Club Ltd commenced yesterday from 6th June 2013. The new Directors are Ron Gauci, Jayne Todd, Joe Matina and Geoff Walsh. Congratulations! This is a momentous event in the history of the Club as the members will now have the ability to more directly determine the future of the Club. Please be invited to meet the new directors for an information session on Thursday 13 June from 8.00pm. The details of what has transpired and how they intend to navigate forward will be presented and feedback sought. CARTS ON COURSE Due to the rain, no carts were allowed on course today. The golf shop will advise accordingly over the weekend once confirmation is received from ground staff if carts will be allowed on course. Last Friday night 45mm was recorded in our gauge resulting in course closure Saturday morning, we thank members for their cooperation and have rescheduled the Monthly Medal to Saturday 15 June. RULES NIGHT The rules night held last night was a very informative session. We were privileged to have David Blake from Golf Victoria to provide information and answered some questions from the members including Franco Ricciardi! The night was well attended including David Diaz, juniors and members. SOCIAL PLAY ON SUNDAY 16 JUNE Please take note that next Sunday, there will be two shotgun starts - at 7.30am and 12.15pm, a distinct change from our normal timesheet. In line with previously communicated Sunday Social Play policy, this may be an instance where members are unable to play at

Ron Gauci Chairman

Sanctuary Lakes Club Ltd

their preferred or 'normal' times. It is a balancing act between obtaining revenue the Club needs from these bookings and protecting member privileges. Significant thought goes into structuring these bookings,we appreciate member cooperation and apologise for any inconvenience caused. We shall attempt to supply advance notice where possible. THE LEXUS CUP A GOLF COMPETITION LIKE NO OTHER The Lexus Cup recognises and rewards golfers of all levels across Australia. This year there are two exciting series to take part in. The first series is currently running but it is not too late for members to sign up! The second will begin July 1st. Thanks to our Primary sponsor Lexus we have 2 magnificent Lexus IS 250 sedans, each valued at up to $65,000, as major prizes - one to be awarded at the end of Series 1 and the other at the end of Series 2. All members have to do is register online and play in their regular competition rounds. Golf Link automatically takes the registered players' best 5 and 1 worst of their regular competition rounds in a 15 week period, calculates a score and adds each players score to the Lexus Cup National Leaderboard. Prizes are awarded for the best weekly and monthly performances across A, B and C grades, so golfers compete only against other golfers at their level. Come November, the best performing top 2 in each series from each grade, plus the Top 2 women from each series, will play off in our sensational Grand Final at Royal Melbourne Golf Course and enjoy the hospitality of the Lexus Marquee at the 2013 Melbourne Cup. Last year we had a great response from players and their Clubs with over 35,000 eligible club golfers enjoying the thrill of competition and sharing in hundreds of thousands of dollars in prizes. But the most exciting thing about the Lexus Cup is that in 2012 the Lexus Cup was directly responsible for those club golfers playing 10% more golf than the golf rounds they had played in the previous corresponding three month period. To register, click on the following link: https://www.lexuscup.com.au/pre-registration/register/?utm_source=club&utm_medium=club&utm_campaign=ceoemail Darrin Ramshaw General Manager

Captains Corner by Kevin Birtles

2.3 Registration and Start of Play All players must register at the Golf Shop before any play. When a starter is on duty, typically every Saturday and Sunday, players must register with the starter 15 minutes prior to their tee time. Time sheets regulating play on the Golf Course may be applied at the discretion of Management. 2.8 Practice Practice on the Golf Course is strictly prohibited. The Club practice range and practice putting greens must be used for practice. The practice facilities shall be open during such hours as determined by Golf Services Operations and the Golf Course Superintendent.

Kevin Birtles

4BBB Matchplay The 4BBB Matchplay Championships is a knockout competition. Matches to be completed by a specific date, which will be on the draw. All matches will be played on a Handicap basis off the Matchplay index. If there is an extenuating circumstance that causes you not to be able to play by the due date please inform David Diaz or myself or management. If you have not played or informed by the due date, you may be disqualified. Handicap status - Each player's handicap at the time of playing the 1st round for this event will remain until the event is completed. 6.3 Match Play In Matchplay, the game is played hole by hole using the Matchplay Index. A hole is won by the player or side that holes the ball in fewer strokes. In Handicap Matchplay, the lower nett score wins. The score is kept by the term "holes up", "holes down" or "all square". A hole is halved if each side/player holes out in the same number of strokes or the same nett score. A player/side may concede a hole or a match at any time before to the conclusion of the hole or the match. Concession of a stroke, hole or match may not be declined or withdrawn. BY-LAWS AND REGULATIONS A player/side are "dormie" when as many holes are up as there are holes left to play. A match is won by the player/side when the number of holes "up" is greater than the holes remaining to be played. Note: (a) Scratch Events - A match that ends all square shall be continued hole by hole from the hole where the match began, until one side wins a hole. (b) Handicap Events - As in scratch events, but with strokes being allowed as if the match has been recommenced and strokes are allocated using the Matchplay Index on the scorecard. (c) Handicap Matchplay - The method of ascertaining each player's Handicap is that the lowest marker, in any particular match, goes back to scratch and then the other player or players are given the difference in their respective handicaps, with the strokes allocated using the Matchplay Index on the scorecard. Events Conditions (a) Entry fees for all Special Events must be received and names written on the Entry Sheet by the specified closing date. (b) All knock-out competitions must be played on the date listed in the draw. Play before the specified date may occur with the agreement of the players involved and upon prior

notification to the Golf Services Operations or their designated assistants. SATURDAY RESULTS Saturday Monthly Medal had to be postponed to Saturday 15th June as the course was unplayable due to 45mm of rain overnight. SUNDAY RESULTS Sunday was Individual Stableford with 106 in the field Winners 'A' Mick Smith with 39 points Stewart Clark runner up with 37 points C/B 'B' Clay Douglas with 38 points Jacob Clerkin runner up with 37 points 'C' Les Harding with 43 points Bob Angelovski runner up with 36 points C/B Eagle 12th Bebe Bouaham Nearest the Pin 2nd Kerry Wilkins 11th Aldrin Woods 6th Stewart Clark 17th Zack Taipi 17th Penny Heron VETS RESULTS Hi All Vets, Today we had 13 players in cool dry conditions. First was a tie between Alan Paterson and Graham Satterley both on 39 points, second was also a tie between Glen Lamperd and Tony Wong both on 38 points. Nearest the pin on the 6th was Kevin Birtles. Next week we will be playing on Tuesday 11th June meet at 9.00am for a 9.40am tee-off. See you all next week John McCarthy

TUESDAY LADIES Tuesday ladies was a Stableford Par with 12 players Winner: Tomi Kikuchi (Commonwealth Golf Club) 39 points Akemi Abe runner up with 29 points C/B Nearest the Pin 2nd Bernadette Kairuz 17th Yuka Kikuchi WEDNESDAY RESULTS The event on Wednesday was individual Stableford with 61 players. Winners 'A' Stephen Gately with 38 points

Steve Jones runner up with 37 points 'B' Nick Culvenor with 42 points Barry Watters runner up with 38 points C/B Eagle 4th Travis Sharpe Nearest the Pin 2nd Damien Gnezda 6th Damien Gnezda 11th Wayne Butler 17th Damien Gnezda (not bad three NTP in one day) Rules of Golf Rules Quiz

Click here to read the Golf Australia Rules and Rules Quiz answers

Good Golfing Kevin Birtles kevinbirtles@netspace.net.au

Sanctuary Lakes Golf Club Newsletter 14 June 2013

CART ACCESS Golf carts will not be allowed on course during the weekend due to the rain over the past few days. Darrin Ramshaw General Manager

Captains Corner by Kevin Birtles

Bunkers There are a number of bunkers around the course at present that have matting protruding above the sand. If you are unfortunate enough to land in a bunker the matting can be treated as an immovable obstruction and nearest point of relief taken in the bunker (the same as if there was a drainage grate in the bunker). Dropping from an immovable obstruction http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-f-K0GDCHU Casual Water in Bunkers Just because there is water in a bunker does not automatically mean the bunker is going to be made GUR. Casual Water in a Bunker - Golf Victoria Rules Segment http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j6TSv5sAiTQ Local rule Bunkers Washaways in bunkers are G.U.R. Rule 25-1b(ii) applies.

Kevin Birtles

Rules Night I would like to acknowledge the work of Helen Frost, Paul Bamforth, Sharon Hughes and Shaun Smith in pulling together the rules night on behalf of the Junior Committee. They all put a lot of work into organising the event and deserve the credit for doing so. Also of course, David Blake from Golf Victoria for giving really informative rules and tips to the Juniors in our Club. Oh and some of the more senior players in our Club also :)

Please remember when playing our course that the yellow and red stakes are immovable obstructions, which means if you pull them out you are subject to a two stroke penalty. Sanctuary Lakes Foundation The Foundation is supporting a young and up-coming soccer player, Cameron Davies. He has been selected to the Victorian Team for the Under 19 National Championships in Canberra on 4 August 2013.

Foundation committee members will be selling raffle tickets at a table set-up outside the Pro-shop this Saturday morning 8.00am to 11.00am. Please support him by buying a ticket.

Cameron Davies

Handicap Matchplay Paul Didham and Mark Curnow are to contest the final. 4BBB Matchplay The 4BBB Matchplay Championships is a knockout competition. Matches to be completed by a specific date, which will be on the draw. All matches will be played on a Handicap basis off the Matchplay index. (If there is an extenuating circumstance that causes you not to be able to play by the due date please inform management, the Professional or me). If you have not played or not informed one of us you may be disqualified. Handicap status - Each player's handicap at the time of playing the 1st round for this event will remain until the event is completed. 6.3 Match Play The match play draw is now up on the board at the Clubhouse. In Matchplay, the game is played hole by hole using the Matchplay Index. A hole is won by the player or side that holes the ball in fewer strokes. In Handicap Matchplay, the lower nett score wins. The score is kept by the term "holes up", "holes down" or "all square". A hole is halved if each side/player holes out in the same number of strokes or the same nett score. A player/side may concede a hole or a match at any time before to the conclusion of the hole or the match. Concession of a stroke, hole or match may not be declined or withdrawn. BY-LAWS AND REGULATIONS A player/side are "dormie" when as many holes are up as there are holes left to play. A match is won by the player/side when the number of holes "up" is greater than the holes remaining to be played. Note: (a) Scratch Events - A match that ends all square shall be continued hole by hole from the hole where the match began, until one side wins a hole. (b) Handicap Events - As in scratch events, but with strokes being allowed as if the match has been recommenced and strokes are allocated using the Matchplay Index on the scorecard. (c) Handicap Matchplay - The method of ascertaining each player's Handicap is that the lowest marker, in any particular match, goes back to scratch and then the other player or players are given the difference in their respective handicaps, with the strokes allocated using the Matchplay Index on the scorecard. Events Conditions (a) Entry fees for all Special Events must be received and names written on the Entry Sheet by the specified closing date. (b) All knock-out competitions must be played on the date listed in the draw. Play before the specified date may occur with the agreement of the players involved and upon prior notification to the Golf Services Operations or their designated assistants. Mixed

As per the Syllabus, there is a Mixed event set down for this Sunday 16 June. It is Aggregate Stableford, which can be played in conjunction with the comp of the day. So players can enter both the Mixed and the Individual if they pay two fees (or they can enter the Mixed only, if that is all they feel like). SATURDAY RESULTS Saturday was Individual Stableford with 145 in the field Winners 'A' Stephen Kennedy with 35 points C/B Barry Clerkin runner up with 35 points C/B 'B' Bruce Davies with 39 points C/B Eugene Korbut runner up with 39 points 'C' Ivan Peng with 33 points C/B Bill Sahinis runner up with 33 points Nearest the Pin 15th Bruce Davies 17th Scott Hughes 11th Stephen Kennedy 6th Mark Grimsditch 2nd Wayne Butler SUNDAY RESULTS Sunday was Individual Stableford with 101 in the field Winners 'A' Sun-ki Kim with 42 points Mick Smith runner up with 38 points 'B' Henry Change with 37 points Raymond Klane runner up with 35 points 'C' Jason Pitts with 38 points Bob Angelovski runner up with 37 points Nearest the Pin 2nd David Kim 6th Tony Wong 11th Josh Lowe 17th Henry Chang Bob Angelovski runner up with 36 points C/B MIXED RESULTS The Hartball competition held on Sunday 2 June was won by Allan D'Elton, Arleene Mansell, Shaun Smith and Kerry Hansford with 64 points with Steve and Kerry Wilkins and Penny Heron coming second. The next Mixed event will be held on Sunday 16 June. It is Aggregate Stableford, players are welcome to enter the individual comp as well, providing they pay the two comp fees. Regards, Kerry H VETS RESULTS Hi All Vets, Today we had 14 players in cool and mostly dry conditions.

The winner with 37 points was Bernie Malcolm, second with 35 points was Rob McMain and third with 32 points was Graham Gumley. Nearest the pin on the 6th was Rob McMain. Next week Monday 17th we are at our usual time 8.30am meet for 9.00am tee-off. On Tuesday 25th June we will be doing a range ball collection from 8.00am to 10.00am for all those that can help. Next month we have our mid year lunch at noon on Thursday July 18 at the Club. Can you please let me know if you will be attending. The format is all food and wine plus soft drink supplied for all Vet golfers, if you wish to bring your partner the cost will be $25. See you all next week John McCarthy

TUESDAY LADIES Tuesday ladies was Stableford with 9 players Winner: Akemi Abe with 37 points Tomi Kiruchi runner up with 34 points WEDNESDAY RESULTS The event on Wednesday was individual Stableford with 46 players. Winners 'A' Jordan Cooper with 38 points C/B Geoff East runner up with 38 points 'B' Brent Thomas with 33 points C/B Chi-Ling Tian runner up with 33 points Nearest the Pin 2nd Chi-Ling Tian 6th Rick Williamson 11th Brendan Jackson 17th Brendan Jackson

Good Golfing Kevin Birtles kevinbirtles@netspace.net.au

Sanctuary Lakes Golf Club - Sub Committees Terms of Reference Background: SLGC seeks to engage its members and appropriate people outside the club to assist with the operational management and the execution of its Strategic Business Plan. It plans to do so through the establishment of the following sub-committees: Discipline & Governance Marketing & Communications Finance Membership Social Committee Captain's Committee The purpose of each sub committee is outlined below. Currently, the Board is seeking nominations to each of the sub committees. The objectives of the sub committees are to:

Provide advice to the Board on effective strategies to assist with the revenue growth of the club.

Provide timely knowledge of industry trends identifying new opportunities for the Board to consider.

Provide insights and perspectives on products and campaigns as well as assistance with execution.

Provide additional problem solving expertise

Assist with the day to day operational management of the Club within the terms of reference associated with each sub committee

Conditions & Commitment:

The position is voluntary, supporting the club in its endeavours.

The sub committee will not have any constitutional or executive powers. Its function is purely advisory.

The sub committee will not have any delegated authorities to negotiate or provide approvals, representations or commitments on behalf of the Board.

It is a preference that each sub committee delegate will hold a Club membership though this is not mandatory.

Once established and membership of the sub committee is formalised, it is expected that sub committee will develop its own charter within these terms of reference.

It is expected that meetings will be held informally as regularly as the sub committee sees appropriate and attendance would be desirable though not mandatory.

It is expected that one of the SLGC Directors will chair each sub committee unless deemed appropriate for another members to do so. One such example is the Captain's Committee.

A preparedness to sign a non-disclosure agreement.

It is recommended that no more than five sub committee members make up each group for effectiveness and efficiency. This number may vary depending on the nature of the sub committee.

Once nominations are received it will be for the Board to appoint members to the sub

committee at its discretion.

The Board retains its right to exercise its discretion in the adding or removing sub committee members and the sub committee itself as it sees fit.

Tenure: Initially for the first 12 months with the objective of extending beyond. This enables the ability for other members to become engaged. Sub Committees: Discipline & Governance This sub committee's prime responsibility will be to preside over the setting of a club standard for the expected behaviours and values of the Club and the enforcement of same. The sub committee will ensure that proper governance processes and philosophies are in place and that they are appropriately applied with regard to the conduct and behaviours of the member of the club and the club itself. Marketing & Communications This sub committee will work with the Board to determine an appropriate marketing strategy as well as managing ongoing communications amongst the members and the broader stakeholder community. The sub committee will prepare campaigns and promotions to facilitate the growth of the club and its revenues. Finance This sub committee will ensure the proper budgetary planning and expenditure for the effective and efficient management of the club's financial resources. Membership This sub committee will advise the Board on all matters pertaining to membership including categories, entitlements and benefits, and levies and fees. The sub committee will be expected to make recommendations on strategies to retain and acquire new members. Social Committee It is the desire of the Board to provide a vibrant member community where all members feel a part of not only a club but the SLGC family. To that end, the role of this sub committee is to develop a program of events and activities which nurtures that objective. This sub committee will nourish the social environment of the club to develop a strong sense of belonging amongst its members. Captain's Committee This sub committee will provide guidance and advice to the Club Captain who oversees all matters pertaining to golf at the club including the syllabus and Pennant. By liaising with the Board and its various business partners, the sub committee will ensure the effective delivery of a positive golf experience at the Club. It will also ensure the proper utilisation of the Club's assets. Chaired by the Club Captain, it is expected that this group represents each of the various golfing communities that resides and plays within the SLGC. Nomination Process: Nominations are called for by the SLGC Board for membership of each of the sub committees. Members may nominate for more than one sub committee though it is envisaged that no member serves on more than one sub committee to ensure the maximum involvement of willing members. Finally, the Board is keen to ensure transparency, timely communication and inclusiveness via the total involvement of as many members as possible in the various sub committees.

We look forward to receiving your nomination and working with you in the development of our club. Nominations can be received in writing to the Club at 70 Greg Norman Drive, Sanctuary Lakes 3030 or via email, management@sanctuarylakes.com.au or to rgauci@bigpond.com All nominees are to provide a written application stating preferred sub committee, their experience and the reason for showing an interest in the sub committee. Nominations close by June 25 at 5pm. Ron Gauci Chairman

Sanctuary Lakes Golf Club Newsletter 18 June 2013

CAPTAINS CORNER (special edition)

Allan Smith

Sanctuary Lakes Golf Club, First Captain, Honorary Life Member - Gentleman Golfer

It is with great sadness we hear that Sanctuary Lakes first Captain and Captain for many years has passed away after a long illness. Our thoughts are with his wife Pam and the family at this time. Allan was a stalwart at our Club and loved his golf and the golf club. His passion for both was always evident at Pennant season. Allan would rise early to see the Colts off at their early morning tee times then travel to next venue often across Melbourne to see the Seniors off in the afternoon. He would arrive home late in the evening having walked two courses keeping an eye on the golf and our golfers. Allan was always happy with a win but especially cherished a win from the Colts (Under 25). As a Captain, Allan could be always relied upon for golf rulings, golf disputes and great occasions. His knowledge of the game and its many facets made Allan the go-to person in seeking advice on any aspect of the game. Our Men's Club Championship Cup bears his name and will be a fitting reminder to golfers winning the ultimate club competition for years to come. Allan will be missed but never forgotten, his honorary Life Membership awarded in 2012 was not only deserved but also extremely popular such was his stature among his peers.

Allan Smith - RIP Dermot Heron wrote the above and I thank him, as it is a view held by all of us who had anything to do with Allan. The Board would also like to convey their sadness at the passing of Allan. Allan's Funeral Service followed by a celebration of his life will be at the Sanctuary Lakes Club at 1.00pm on Friday 21 June. Large numbers are anticipated, if you could walk or pool into single vehicles, it would be appreciated, as parking is limited.

Kevin Birtles Captain

Sanctuary Lakes Golf Club Newsletter 25 June 2013

Captains Corner by Kevin Birtles

Allan Smith, Sanctuary Lakes Golf Club, First Captain, Honorary Life Member - Gentleman Golfer Last Friday we all celebrated the life of a very special man respected and loved by all of us. "What made Allan special?" His honesty, integrity, passion and energy stand out. That of course is not forgetting that he was a gentleman and a great bloke with a vision for Sanctuary Lakes Golf Club and Sanctuary Lakes Resort. I have known Allan since day one of the Sanctuary Lakes Golf Club and over the years can't remember anyone as special as him. For me he was a mate and mentor. He had a vision that we not only have a great golf course but we have a great Golf Club. His energy and passion in achieving both was astounding. He did it because he loved the Golf Club and he saw the Club as an extension of where he had the pleasure of living. He was able to look out onto the second green from the living room of his home. Pennant golf was one of Allan's greatest passions and he saw it was a measure of the success of the Club. Allan led a small group of members who facilitated the introduction of Pennant golf to Sanctuary Lakes. My memory is playing at Chirnside Park in Division Six. Allan actively went out and encouraged players from country locations and surrounding areas to join our Club, until we had enough elite players to eventually move up through the divisions. Over the years many more very talented golfers have come to Sanctuary Lakes, which meant, not only a men's team but also a Colts team representing the Club. Many clubs measure their success by how successful the teams are. Division One is normally the domain of the very well known sand belt courses. Last year we had both our teams in Division One. This was Allan's vision and we did it. I walked Metropolitan golf course with Allan for the final round of the 2012 Pennant and he walked proudly even though he was not well.

Kevin Birtles

Allan was instrumental also in introducing Sanctuary Lakes into the North West Pennant Division, the North West Veterans Pennant and Junior Pennant. He organised the Vets into working bees, fixing divots, repairing bunkers after heavy rain and trimming around sprinkler heads. He always led the way, working harder than all of us. Even when he became sick he still came out in his cart to organise us. One of the affects of the working bees was to bond the Vets so they are a very close and supportive group who put the Club first. Allan was not a one-vision person, which meant he also had a vision for the Club and the members. As Captain of the Club he had the respect of the membership and he respected all who were doing the right thing. Allan dealt with issues in a quiet respectful manner. He wanted the Club to be a place where members and guests could socialise as part of a "club". More than anything Allan wanted the Club to transition to the members and I am very happy that he lived to see it happen. In May the Sanctuary Lakes Presentation night was held and Allan was the honoured guest. He presented the Smith-Glasson Club Champion Trophy to Jordan Cooper. How fitting that one of the people he was instrumental in attracting to the Club is now the Club Champion. Allan made a speech and for me there were two stand out items. First he stated he would be back next year for the Presentation Night. He might not be there in person but I am certain his spirit will be in the room with his vision for the future. The second was "If you can do something for the Club, do it!" Allan's speech is in the attached link. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DZ4LrcsPiqo&feature=youtu.beht Of course Allan was involved in more than just golf. He was on the Foundation Committee and was passionate about encouraging and helping young people, golf or otherwise to meet his or her potential. Stacey Keating being one example, he was very proud of Stacey's achievements. Allan we will never forget you, as your legacy will live on. Free Seminar with a Leading Sports Psychologists - Robin Sieger Golf 6.00pm Friday 28th June 2013 Sanctuary Lakes Golf Club - Norman Room. Below is the link to Robin's website. http://www.siegergolf.com/ Tee Boxes You might notice that at this time of year in particular the tee markers area closer together than normal. The reason for this is that it is not the growing season so the tee box can

Club Champion Jordan Cooper with Kevin Birtles and Allan Smith

become very worn if not managed correctly. The Course Superintendent normally runs the teeing area down one side progressively and then the other. This gives a bit of time for recovery to take place.

Frost on fairways When there is frost on the fairway the grass can be damaged when driven over by a cart. The Course Superintendent will normally wait for the sun to be up and then put the sprinklers on briefly to remove the frost from the grass. He has to be careful that he has enough warmth to do so as he does not want the water freezing again. Page 11 of the syllabus as below; 2.2 Control of Play (a) The use of and play on the Golf Course shall, always, be subject to the control of Golf Services Operations, their designated assistants and/or the Golf Captain. The Golf Course Superintendent, in consultation with Golf Services Operations and Sanctuary Lakes Club - General Manager, shall determine when wet weather or other conditions of play dictate the closing of the Golf Course or whether golf carts can be used.

Handicap Matchplay Paul Didham and Mark Curnow are to contest the final. 4BBB Matchplay The 4BBB Matchplay Championships is a knockout competition. Matches to be completed by a specific date, which will be on the draw. All matches will be played on a Handicap basis off the Matchplay index. (If there is an extenuating circumstance that causes you not to be able to play by the due date please inform management, the Professional or me). If you have not played or not informed one of us you may be disqualified. Handicap status - Each player's handicap at the time of playing the 1st round for this event will remain until the event is completed. Please Note: The date for the first round to be played has been pushed back one week as the first week was taken with the rescheduled Monthly Medal. Please check the sheet on the notice board or website. SATURDAY RESULTS Saturday was the Monthly Medal with 124 in the field and was played on a wet course but the day was not bad.

Congratulations to the June Monthly Medal winner Tony Glynn with a nett 71. Tony grew up in Tassie playing golf at the Burnie Golf Club. He enjoyed playing junior and colts pennant at the time. He had a break from Golf during most of his 20's and got back into it 3 years ago when he joined Sanctuary Lakes. His wife gave birth to their first child (Grace) 4 weeks ago. So when she is 18 he will be proud to announce winning the Monthly Medal straight after her birth. Winners 'A' Paul Bamford with nett 73 C/B Gary House runner up with nett 73 C/B 'B' Tony Glynn with nett 71 Kirby Clarke with nett 73 'C' Jim Carr with nett 76 Les Fekete with nett 77 Nearest the Pin 17th Josh Lowe 2nd Brent O'Donoghue 6th Don Carroll 11th Brent O'Donoghue 15th Yong Kim SUNDAY RESULTS Sunday was Individual Stableford with 88 in the field Winners 'A' Tartaglia Nunzio (Huntingdale) with 38 points Puji Fernando runner up with 35 points C/B 'B' Lewis Stevens with 39 points C/B Stuart Todd runner up with 39 points 'C' Robert Vernali with 40 points Gary Twyman runner up with 38 points Eagle 12th Nunzio Tartaglia Nearest the Pin 2nd Stuart Todd 6th Dario Guerreiro 11th Gary Twyman 17th Charlie McAllister MIXED RESULTS The Mixed event held on Sunday 16 June was Aggregate Stableford. Winners were Martyn Jeggo and Andria Pugh with 65 points on countback from Stuart Todd and Fiona Watson. Gavin Keane and Penny Heron were 3rd scoring 64 points, also on a countback. The next Mixed will be held on Sunday 7 July. It is a game called Jensomes, which is a Stableford event for 3 or 4 players. All players drive with the best ball chosen. Each player then places their ball within a club length of the chosen ball and continues to play (and score Stableford) individually until the ball is holed. Note, if the chosen ball is in the rough/bunker, then all players must play from the rough/bunker etc. The best 2 Stableford scores on each hole are recorded for the team score. The minimum number drives is 3 drives per player. You cannot enter the individual comp when playing Jensomes.

Tony Glynn

Regards, Kerry H VETS RESULTS Hi All Vets, The Vets will honour Allan each year on the 3rd Monday in June. On that day the winner will receive either a light beer of coffee, which were Allan's drinks of choice. As for today we had 19 players in cold conditions. The winner with 40 points was Rob McGregor, second Graham Gumley with 39 points and third Tark Kim with 38 points. Nearest the pin on the 17th Graeme Glasson. The July Lunch on Thursday 18 July 2013 is looking good - so far we have 15 starters so please let me know if you plan to attend.

See you all next week John McCarthy

TUESDAY LADIES Tuesday ladies was a Stableford Par with 7 players Winner: Fiona Watson with 29 points C/B Elaine Belcher runner up with 29 points C/B WEDNESDAY RESULTS The event on Wednesday was individual Stableford with 65 players. Winners 'A' Leigh Deagan with 36 points James Cooper runner up with 35 points C/B 'B' Rick Williamson with 34 points C/B Mtt O'Brien runner up with 34 points Eagles 4th James Cooper 12th Travis Sharpe Nearest the Pin 2nd Barry Clerkin 11th Mario Pozzuto 6th Rob McMain 17th James Cooper

Good Golfing Kevin Birtles kevinbirtles@netspace.net.au

Sanctuary Lakes Golf Club Newsletter 28 June 2013

Club Captain The Board of Sanctuary Lakes Club are pleased to formally announce that Kevin Birtles has been appointed Club Captain. Kevin has been performing the role for some time in an interim capacity as the new Board has been undergoing the process of transition. We are pleased now that transition is complete to ratify the position on a more formal basis. We thank Kevin for his patience and his commitment in exercising his duties professionally and diligently during this interim phase. We all look forward to continuing to work with him in the future. Please join me in congratulating Kevin on his appointment. The Board of Sanctuary Lakes Club Ltd.

Captains Corner by Kevin Birtles

NEWSLETTER The newsletter can also be found on the Sanctuary Lakes Club website, at http://www.sanctuarylakesclub.com.au/club/publications

All you need is your log in and password if you do not already have it. If you have lost or forgotten please contact the office. The website has much of the information I put in the newsletter plus a lot of other interesting stuff. The newsletter will still be produced but maybe without information already available on the website. There will be a link to any substantial news or information on the home page. If you need help contact myself or the Club on 9395 2888. CAPTAINS COMMENTS

Kevin Birtles

Allan Smith, Sanctuary Lakes Golf Club, First Captain, Honorary Life Member - Gentleman Golfer Last Friday there was a wonderful funeral held for Allan held at Sanctuary Lakes. I think we all gained a better understanding of what Allan did during his lifetime. Sanctuary Lakes Resort Services (Residents Association) donated a Captain's Bell to the Club as a memorial and in recognition of Allan. He was not only involved in golf but also the Residents Association and the Foundation. The day would not have been the success it was without the help and generosity of many. Pam would like me to thank a number of persons who helped and assisted. Ian Brown, Tony Ferreri, Graeme Glasson, Kerry Hansford, Kevin Halsted, Darrin Ramshaw, Jessica and many others for the organisation of a very well organised day. Pam particularly thanks Nick and Rob for supplying the Function Centre and food free of

charge.

Free Seminar with a Leading Sports Psychologists - Robin Sieger Golf 6.00pm Friday 28th June 2013 Sanctuary Lakes Golf Club - Norman Room. Below is the link to Robin's website. http://www.siegergolf.com/

Handicap Matchplay Paul Didham and Mark Curnow are to contest the final. 4BBB Matchplay The 4BBB Matchplay Championships is a knockout competition. Matches to be completed by a specific date, which will be on the draw. All matches will be played on a Handicap basis off the Matchplay index. (If there is an extenuating circumstance that causes you not to be able to play by the due date please inform management, the Professional or me). If you have not played or not informed one of us you may be disqualified. Handicap status - Each player's handicap at the time of playing the 1st round for this event will remain until the event is completed. Please Note: The date for the first round to be played has been pushed back one week as the first week was taken with the rescheduled Monthly Medal. Please check the sheet on the notice board

or website. SATURDAY RESULTS Saturday was Individual Stableford with 145 in the field. Winners A' Brett Mackie with 41 points Sam Doran runner up with 39 points 'B' Ken Wilson with 42 points Graham Banks runner up with 39 points 'C' Darren Askew with 37 points Jayne Todd runner up with 36 points C/B Albatross 4th Zach McIsaac Eagle 4th Ken Wilson Nearest the Pin 11th Wayne Butler 6th Scott Hughes 17th Costa Ramantanis 2nd Brent O'Donoghue 15 Paul Good SUNDAY RESULTS Sunday was Individual Stableford with 77 in the field Winners 'A' Paolo Riccardi with 40 points Peter Anderton runner up with 39 points 'B' Chris Khoo with 46 points Gary Phillips runner up with 42 points C/B 'C' Gary Twyman with 42 points Andy Robinson runner up with 40 points Nearest the Pin 2nd Michael Pammer 11th Peter Toperoso 6th Bebe Bouahom 17th Peter Anderton MIXED RESULTS The next Mixed will be held on Sunday 7 July. It is a game called Jensomes, which is a Stableford event for 3 or 4 players. All players drive with the best ball chosen. Each player then places their ball within a club length of the chosen ball and continues to play (and score Stableford) individually until the ball is holed. Note, if the chosen ball is in the rough/bunker, then all players must play from the rough/bunker etc. The best 2 Stableford scores on each hole are recorded for the team score. The minimum number drives is 3 drives per player. You cannot enter the individual comp when playing Jensomes. Regards, Kerry H

VETS RESULTS Hi All Vets, Today we had 20 players in what started out very foggy weather but then turned to great conditions. The winner with 40 points was Ian Brown, second was a tie between Ho Chun and Kerry Williams both with 39 points and third we had a three way tie between Tasi Paraskevas, Robert McMain and Chris Gibbins all with 36 points. Nearest the pin on the second was James McCaughey. If you haven't confirmed your attendance to our lunch on Thursday July 18th at the Club please do so. Next week Monday 1st July we will meet at 8.15am so Brett is able to do a presentation to us on his trip to the US Open for 9.00am tee-off. See you all next week John McCarthy

TUESDAY LADIES Tuesday Ladies was a Stableford with 7 players Winner: Fiona Watson with 29 points C/B Elaine Belcher runner up with 29 points C/B WEDNESDAY RESULTS The event on Wednesday was individual Stableford with 88 players. Winners 'A' Chris Woods with 38 points Tim Underwood runner up with 37 points 'B' David Warrack with 39 points Paul Didham runner up with 38 points 'C' David McMurray with 38 points Keong Chan runner up with 37 points Nearest the Pin 2nd Jordan Cooper 6th Stephen Kennedy 11th Bary Clerkin 17th Stephen Kennedy

You might be able to relate to some of these comments. 1. These greens are so fast I have to hold my putter over the ball and hit it with the shadow. Sam Snead 2. I was three over today: One over a house, one over a patio and one over a swimming pool. George Brett 3. Actually, the only time I ever took out a one-iron was to kill a tarantula. And I took a 7 to do that. Jim Murray 4. The only sure rule in golf is - he who has the fastest cart never has to play the bad lie.

Mickey Mantle 5. Sex and golf are the two things you can enjoy even if you're not good at them. Kevin Costner 6.I don't fear death, but I sure don't like those three-footers for par. Chi Chi Rodriguez 7. After all these years, it's still embarrassing for me to play on the American golf tour. Like the time I asked my caddie for a sand wedge and he came back ten minutes later with a ham on rye. 8. The ball retriever is not long enough to get my putter out of the tree. Brian Weis 9. Swing hard in case you hit it. Dan Marino 10. My favorite shots are the practice swing and the conceded putt. The rest can never be mastered. Lord Robertson 11. Give me golf clubs, fresh air and a beautiful partner, and you can keep the clubs and the fresh air. Jack Benny 12. There is no similarity between golf and putting; they are two different games, one played in the air, and the other on the ground. Ben Hogan 13. Professional golf is the only sport where, if you win 20% of the time, you're the best. Jack Nicklaus 14. The uglier a man's legs are, the better he plays golf. It's almost a law. H. G. Wells 15. I never pray on a golf course. Actually, the Lord answers my prayers everywhere except on the course. Billy Graham 16. If you watch a game, it's fun. If you play at it, it's recreation. If you work at it, it's golf. Bob Hope 17. If you think it's hard to meet new people, try picking up the wrong golf ball. Jack Lemmon 18. You can make a lot of money in this game. Just ask my ex-wives. Both of them are so rich that neither of their husbands work. Lee Trevino 20. I'm not saying my golf game went bad, but if I grew tomatoes, they'd come up sliced. Lee Trevino

Good Golfing Kevin Birtles kevinbirtles@netspace.net.au

Brett Hawkey at the US Open Merion Golf Club 2013

Brett Hawkey, our Course Superintendent was one of three people from Australia invited to attend the US Open on the prestigious Merion Golf course to work as a volunteer and receive briefings on the running and preparation of the course for the tournament . Merion Golf Club has 2 golf courses, the East and West with the East hosting the tournament with a couple of back up holes being groomed on the West course in case of really inclement weather. The West course was also being utilised as a practice facility with the players being transported between the two. Merion has held the most USGA tournaments, 18 in total. It has unique wicker baskets instead of flags, it was designed by Hugh Wilson in 1912 and has about 900 members. It is rated no 7 in America and in the top 20 in the world. Brett reported A typical day was getting up at 2.30am having breakfast at 3.30am then jobs would start at around 4.30am and we would be all finished by 7.00am. Lunch was served at 10.00am with dinner at 4.30pm with the staff getting back into jobs at around 8pm with most nights finishing at 10pm. This meant there was more time for sleep during the day than at night. The bonus was we got to watch a lot of golf and with a section that was inaccessible to the public but open to those who had a inside ropes pass. "The whole experience was very satisfying and great to be a part of especially at such a prestigious golf course. You don't get the chance to get on those sorts of places all the time and it was something I will long remember." Brett Hawkey Below the crowd at the US Open.

Brett Hawkey on the fairway mower

Tapestry Wine Dinner

July 2013