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MEMBER'S NEWSLETTER

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Fourball Championships

Under clear blue skies and perfect conditions, the final round of the Four-Ball Championship delivered exciting performances across all grades. In A Grade, Scott Robertson and Mark Reynolds secured a commanding victory with an 8-under-par round, finishing seven shots ahead of the runner-up pair, Harley Holohan and Tom Fisher. A Reserve saw Marty Melrose and Patrick Forrester hold on to claim the title despite a challenging second round, edging out Ben Parry and Peter Cox. In B Grade, Tom Evans and Mick Kelly overcame the competition with a solid 79 to take the win, while Stephen O'Brien and Patrick Clarke claimed the runner-up spot.

In C Grade, Michael Dimento and John Kyriazis kept their composure on the back nine, securing a five-stroke victory over Aleks Velkovski and Greg Faint. For the full results, click here.

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Course Sponsorship

Members will no doubt have noticed our new Hole & Sponsor Signage that has recently been erected around the course. This initiative allows sponsors to advertise their business to the more than 60,000 members and guests who visit our course each year. Sponsor's signs will feature prominently directly underneath our new hole signage, ensuring strong visibility throughout the annual sponsorship period.

The cost to become a hole sponsor is $5,000, offering an excellent chance to support Eastlake while gaining significant exposure to our golfing community. Members interested in this opportunity can find the sponsorship proposal booklet with full details below. To get started or to enquire about the program, simply fill out the form at the back of the booklet and return it to General Manager, Rob Blain, at manager@eastlakegolfclub.com.au.

Eastlake Golf Club Hole Sponsorship

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Interested in becoming a Hole Sponsor:
Click Here or contact Rob Blain (manager@eastlakegolfclub.com.au) for details.

Major Pennants

Congratulations to the Club's Major Pennant team, who remain undefeated after three rounds of this year’s competition. After home and away victories over Royal Sydney, the team traveled to Cumberland Golf Club last week to face another undefeated team. The match ended in a 3.5-all draw, which is a fantastic result for an away match against such strong opponents. 

The team will once again face Cumberland this weekend at home, where a victory would significantly boost their chances of progressing to the knockout stage. We wish the team the best of luck, and members can monitor their progress through the links below:

Mixed Pennants

Congratulations to the members of the Club's Mixed Pennant team on a wonderful season that saw them finish tied second in their division. In their final two rounds, the team secured impressive victories over Cronulla and Monash. Sadly, a halved match earlier in the season was all that prevented the team from advancing to the knockout stage, but their strong performance throughout the competition was truly commendable.

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the team members for their dedication and commitment to representing the Club. Your efforts made for a successful and memorable season. We look forward to seeing the team continue to build on this success in the future!

2025 Mixed Pennants Leaderboard


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Pace of Play

Whilst we encourage all members to enjoy the course, it's essential to remember that maintaining a steady Pace of Play benefits everyone. While recent Saturday competitions have been stroke rounds (traditionally a slower format) there is still a shared responsibility among all players to keep the game moving. We've noticed that early morning groups teeing off before 8 a.m. have been taking up to four hours to complete their rounds. This delay often leads to a 4.5-hour round for those starting later in the morning, which impacts the overall experience for these later groups.

We kindly ask all members to be mindful of their Pace of Play during their next round, ensuring their group maintains a position directly behind the group ahead to prevent delays. Here are a few strategies to help speed up play:
* Keep up with the group in front by arriving to the first tee on time and when called.
* Walk directly to your ball, avoid excessive practice swings and unnecessary delays between shots; and
* Use the "ready golf" method where players move to the next tee immediately upon putting out and be ready to hit when it's their turn. 

By adopting these simple strategies, we can all contribute to a smoother, more enjoyable experience for everyone on the course.


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Course Update

We appreciate members who practice their putting regularly and make use of the facilities to improve their game! However, we kindly remind everyone to avoid practicing in the same spot for extended periods. Repeated pressure on specific areas of the green can stress the grass and impact the overall health of the putting surface, as shown in the image (left). Please try to move around regularly to help preserve the quality of the greens for all.

This week, course superintendent Simon Blagg and the team have been busy cleaning up the former green waste area left of the 7th hole. At the direction of Sydney Water, the team has worked to improve the drainage and aesthetic of this area adjacent to the creek. The site has been cleaned and will be replanted with Eastern Suburbs Banksia Scrub species, in line with the Club's strategic goal of enhancing the health of the site. We look forward to seeing this area thrive and appreciate the team's ongoing efforts to improve our course.

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Former Green Waste site adjacent to the 7th hole & Botany Freight Railway line.

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Following the earthworks the area will be mulched and planted out with native species.

March Course Renovations

We would like to inform all members that the green renovations scheduled for March 17th and 18th will now be extended to include Wednesday, March 19th. Due to the extensive scope of work planned, including the renovation and sanding of greens and fairways, tree removal, bunker repairs, and other improvements, additional time is needed to ensure the work is completed thoroughly and safely. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate member's understanding and patience as we work to improve the course for everyone's enjoyment.

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Club NRL Tipping Comp

With the 2025 NRL season due to kick off in Las Vegas on Sunday 2nd March, members are invited to register their interest in the Club's footy tipping competition. Like last year, this year's competition will be run online with members required to enter their tips through the "I Tip Footy" website. 

The cost for this year's competition will be $50, with the Club to invoice participating members, and the prize pool to be distributed as follows:

1st Place: 60%
2nd Place: 25%
3rd Place: 15%

To register your interest in this competition, members should respond to Rob Blain (manager@eastlakegolfclub.com.au) and they will be sent a link to register their spot in the field. 


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Elanora Ladies Salver

Congratulations to Eastlake Golf Club member Phalika Cheang, who was the nett winner in the recent Elanora Ladies Salver. 

With over fifty ladies competing off handicaps up to 15.4, Phalika's impressive score of Nett 70 (2 under) earned her the victory on the day. 

Congratulations, Phalika! She is pictured (left) accepting her trophy.


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Pro Shop News

Join Alex and Aaron on Sunday, March 18th from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM for a Short Game Clinic designed to take your skills to the next level. Whether you're looking to sharpen your chipping or bunker play, this clinic is the perfect way to refine your technique. Hurry - there are limited spots available, so be sure to register online here or in person at the Pro Shop.

In addition, we still have a few spots open for the TaylorMade Fitting Day on February 25th! This is your chance to get custom-fitted for the perfect set of clubs. You can register online here or email Alex at proshop@eastlakegolfclub.com.au for more information. 

Finally, don't forget our Shop Special: Get up to 30% off selected golf bags (in-store only) until the end of February. It's the perfect time to bag a new home for your clubs and hit the course in style!


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Barnbougle Easter Trip

We are excited to announce that there are only two spots remaining for the members trip to Barnbougle Dunes over the Easter long weekend. Currently, 14 members are booked, and to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience, we are seeking two more players to complete our group of 16.

This is a fantastic opportunity to experience one of Australia's premier golf courses in great company. If you're interested in being a part of this memorable trip, please contact member Tim Maunsell for more details and to secure your spot.

You can reach Tim at: tim@maunsell.net.au 

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