St Clair Golf Club Weekly Wrap

14th August 2025

Men's Club Captain Report

Dear Members,

This week we play the qualifying for the Eureka Paterson & Corstorphine cups. This is the premier handicap event at the club and is split into two sections. If you qualify you then go on to play Matchplay off handicap. 1st round Aug 23rd, 2nd round Aug 30th.
NB: When you go to print your card this Saturday, the computer will ask you if you want to qualify for Paterson/Corstorphine cup and you'll need to select yes or no. The draw done on Sunday will only include those who selected yes when printing their card on Saturday, so please check carefully.  

Pennants: Presidents got postponed last week and we have a bye this week.
Champions of Otago. Our team of Jakob Bleach, Matt Hall & Sam Smith travelled to Lower Waitaki on Sunday to compete against all the other club champions. Although the team didn’t win overall, they gave it their best shot. Jakob shot 1 over for the second-best round of the day. Thanks for representing guys

Regards
Paul Brouwer   paul.brouwer@nzwindowshades.co.nz  0274329562

Women's Club Captain Report

Hey everyone, 

2BBB - On Saturday we had 50 ladies from St Clair and other clubs around Dunedin take part in our annual 2BBB. Despite not being the most tropical of temperatures, everybody seemed to enjoy themselves. Well done to our very own Trudie Carter and Helen White who won the 9 hole section with 26 stablefords. Kay Mercer and Sue Abernethy from Taieri won the 18 hole section with 43 stablefords on countback from our own Tina Deans and Caroline Burgess. Thanks to all the St Clair ladies who contributed morning tea, raffle prizes and monetary contributions for prizes. 

Coming up:
12th/16th Aug - Stableford 
19/23rd Aug - 6 club day 

Hannah West   021 162 2190 

What's Happening on Course?

It’s been another productive week on the course, with the team making great progress despite the cooler winter conditions.

The recent weather may have brought down a few trees, but it’s also provided an opportunity to tidy up key areas and make the most of the timber. Our firewood sales have been popular with members, bringing in valuable income for the club. Cutting, splitting, and loading these orders has kept us busy—and we’re delighted to see so much support for this initiative.

Other highlights this week include:

• Firewood & clean-up – Ongoing cutting, splitting, and burning of debris, plus tidying branches around Kenmore.
• Course maintenance – Bunker raking, trimming around tees, signs, and native areas, filling sand bins, and relocating some tee block markers.
• Greens & irrigation – A constructive meeting with Turf Shapes to assess greens, review irrigation upgrades, and discuss drainage plans for the 13th and 18th greens.
• Tee mowing – Fine-tuning our mowing schedule to target the driest parts of the day, with two staff dedicated to keeping tees in top shape.
• Aeration – Continued aeration of fairways, greens, and tees to enhance drainage and turf health, with the Air2G2 unit performing brilliantly.
• Machinery maintenance – Sharpening and servicing equipment to ensure everything is ready for the months ahead.

Thanks to everyone for their patience and encouragement—we’re seeing great progress and are looking forward to an excellent playing surface as we head toward spring.

MTF Machinery Tournament - 5th September

CALL FOR SUPPORT 

Preparations are underway for our MTF Machinery Tournament, happening on Friday, 5th September 2025. This is a low-cost entry event designed to encourage strong participation from our St Clair members — and while we don’t have traditional tee sponsors, we’d love your support in other ways.

We’re currently seeking raffle and auction items to help make the day a success. Vouchers, products, branded items, or anything you’re happy to contribute are always warmly received and help create a great tournament experience.
In return, all supporters will be acknowledged and thanked in the clubrooms on the day, with your generosity clearly recognised. 
If you’re able to help or would like to find out more, please get in touch with the office or ermail  general@stclairgolf.co.nz 
Thanks in advance — your support really does make a difference!

St Clair Golf Club office    (03) 487 7076

News from Patrick at the Pro Shop

On Course

Friday 15^th August – Friday draw 10.00 - for all casual play book a time
Saturday 16^th August – Club Day – Medal as well as qualifying for Paterson and Corstorphine matchplay
Sunday 17^th August – Presidents Pennants and Wentworth Tray Mixed Canadian Foursomes – make sure you book a time for casual play

Sunday 17th August - Wentworth Tray - Mixed Canadian Foursomes
The format is mixed Canadian foursomes where you and your partner tee off and choose one ball then play that alternately until you play out. Tee off is from 10.30-11.00 and the entry is $10pp.
To enter as a single or group contact the pro shop on pro@stclairgolf.co.nz*

Winter Cup 20th August
The Winter Cup has been postponed until Wednesday 20^th August. The format is Stableford and the entry fee is $10. Arrive and check in by 9.45 for a 10.00 start.

Make sure you book a time and that you check in for your tee time in the pro shop. This helps pro shop staff maximise play on course and make it easier to monitor who is on course.

Pro Shop

St Clair Beanies just arrived!

Drop in store to get your official St Clair Beanie in two different colour schemes!

Expressions of Interest

Have you thought about contributing to the club in some way but are not sure what you can do?  We are looking for expressions of interest for several positions, one of which may be just the thing for you.

Volunteer Admin Help

We’re on the lookout for a volunteer to assist in the office on a casual basis, particularly with administration tasks and helping to organise upcoming tournaments — including sourcing and preparing prizes.

If you have a bit of spare time, enjoy working behind the scenes, and want to support the club in a practical way, we’d love to hear from you!

Please give us a call at the office on 03 487 7076 or contact Annette directly on 0275 465 565 for a chat.

Your help would be greatly appreciated!
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Course Convenor 

We’re currently on the lookout for a new Course Convenor to join the team at St Clair Golf Club. Sadly, we’ve had to say goodbye to Mark in this role due to circumstances beyond his control, and we thank him for the time and energy he contributed to the club.

The Course Convenor is a volunteer position that plays a key part in supporting our Course Superintendent and ensuring the continued excellence of our course. If you’re passionate about golf, enjoy being hands-on, and want to contribute to the ongoing development and presentation of the course, we’d love to hear from you. It’s a great opportunity to be involved behind the scenes and make a real impact at your club.

Attached is a job description outlining the key responsibilities and expectations.  If you are interested please send your Expression of Interest to manager@stclairgolf.co.nz

Volunteers for Bar/Café Support

We are currently seeking volunteers to assist in our bar and café areas. If you’re interested in lending a hand, full training will be provided and assistance will be arranged on a rostered basis. This is a great opportunity to get involved and support the club in a fun and social environment.

If you'd like to express your interest, please email manager@stclairgolf.co.nz with your availability.
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Course Marshall Volunteers

As we prepare for the upcoming season, we are once again seeking volunteers to assist with Course Marshalling duties. This role is a vital part of ensuring smooth play and maintaining the pace and enjoyment of the game for all members and guests. Coordination of Course Marshals will be managed through the Pro Shop.

If you are interested in being considered for this role, please email manager@stclairgolf.co.nz with your availability.

Annette Godman
General Manager

Cafe News

The 120th Annual General Meeting of St Clair Golf Club Inc
(24th September 2025)

Have you thought of standing for election to the Committee or Board?
 

Dear Members,

Nominations are now open for positions on the Board of Management and various Committee roles, with several vacancies available.
As outlined in the Club Rules, the Board of Management comprises five members, each serving a three-year term on a rotational basis. This year, Paul Buckner is retiring by rotation and has offered himself for re-election. However, nominations are welcomed from any eligible member who wishes to stand for election to the Board.
Nominations for both the Board and Committee Officer roles must be submitted in writing, signed by two full members and the nominee. These must be received no later than 13th September 2025, which is at least 10 working days prior to the Annual General Meeting. Nomination forms are available in both the Men’s and Ladies’ restrooms.
Voting will take place at the Annual General Meeting. If nominations exceed the number of available positions for either the Board or Committee, a secret ballot will be conducted at the meeting, with scrutineers appointed to oversee the process.
Yours faithfully
Annette
Annette Godman, General Manager
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Bunker Rakes - where do you put them?

Stairlift

Following a couple of recent incidents, we’d like to take a moment to remind members and guests that the stair lift is there for your safety and convenience. It was installed specifically to assist anyone who may feel unsteady, has a medical condition, or simply isn’t feeling 100%—whether it's a sore back, tired legs, or even after a few too many celebratory drinks. Our staff are more than happy to provide instructions and ensure you use it safely. Please don’t ever feel too proud to make use of this fantastic facility—it’s there to help you get down the stairs safely and comfortably.

Otago Medical Research Foundation Tournament

Friday 12th September, contact Tracey Fleet, details below.

Cart Sponsorship Opportunity

Sponsor one of our carts today and get your brand seen by hundreds of players each week!

Boost your exposure and make a lasting impression at the club. Options and costs below.