St Clair Golf Club Weekly Wrap

15th May 2025

Men's Club Captain Report

Dear Members

Last Saturday we played the first round of the 4BBB knockout. Congrats to all who got through. We also played a stableford for others with Paddy Bleach, Mark Rowley & Eugene Burger all with 41 points.

Also on Saturday, there was an error made in the office which resulted in the twos for the blue tees not getting paid out. This has now been corrected but I'd like to apologise and recognise the following twos that didn't get read out at prize giving - Ash Gillon (4 and 7), Phil Luyten (4) and Damian Ludwig (16). They get $9 for each two and Ash Gillon gets $80 for the Jackpot.

This week we play the first second round of the 4BBB and a Single Par for the rest of the field. Remember to write the results of the 4BBB on the results sheet in the men’s locker room.

Our senior A pennant team continues to fly the St Clair flag this year. They remain unbeaten and seem to have a knack of winning the close ones. Unfortunately, the rest of our teams in the other grades are not going as well.

It’s great to see the progress in the tree clean up. The efforts by our entire greens staff have been huge so a very big thank you to Chris and his team for the progress to date.

I put this to all members to make sure we look after the course and tidy up after ourselves. If you see someone not doing so either discuss this with them or if you don’t feel comfortable doing this, please tell me.

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

Women's Club Captain Report

Congratulations to St Clair Red (Judy Bevin, Lorraine Watson, Sarah Kennelly, Chris Chambers, Pauline Ryan and Gwen Brazier) who have made it through to the semi finals of pennants this year. They'll take on the Otago Comets at Otago this Sunday. All the best ladies! 

Course Convenor's Report

Hello fellow St Clair members,

I have nothing significant to report this week but I'd like to thank all those members who have filled out the survey and for those who haven't done so yet the deadline is Sunday18th May.

Kind regards, 
Mark Rowley

Defibrillator

Please note the defibrillator has been moved to outside the main office – you need to phone 111 to get the code to access the defibrillator or ask the Pro Shop.

Can you help?

We are still looking for Volunteers for Carpet removal on Sunday 18th May 
As you are all aware, we will soon be having new carpet laid in the clubhouse. To prepare for this, we are looking for volunteers to assist with lifting and removing the old carpet.
If you're available, we would greatly appreciate your help for half a day on Sunday, 18th May from 9:00am. Even if you can spare just an hour, your support would be most welcome.
Many hands make light work, and your contribution would go a long way in helping us get the job done efficiently.
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Test & Tag Services – Expression of Interest
We’re currently looking to have all our on-site equipment tested and tagged. If you hold a Test & Tag qualification and would be willing to provide us with a quote for this service, we’d love to hear from you.
Please contact the office on 03 487 7076 for more information or to express your interest.

Builder Required – Request for Quotes
We are currently seeking a qualified builder to provide quotes for the following work:

• Repairs to the kitchen floor storage area
• Repair of a rotten window sill in the clubhouse
• Supply and installation of new windows in the rental house

If you’re interested and would like to provide a quote for any or all of the above, please contact the office on 03 487 7076.

News from Patrick at the Pro Shop

On Course

Friday 16^th May – Course Open 10.00 Friday draw – for casual play book a time

Saturday 17^th May – Club Day before 1pm – to play book a time

Sunday 18^th May – Course open – for casual play book a time

Please note; Make sure you book a tee time to guarantee your game, and please check into the pro shop on your arrival. We have a booking system to help maximise play so you can play more!

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USPGA Sweepstake
Get your entries in for the USPGA Sweepstake. Pick 3 players for $5 for their total score over 4 rounds, if 1 player misses the cut your picks are void. Make as many picks as you like. Drop in store or email the pro shop by 5pm Thursday NZ time. pro@stclairgolf.co.nz

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Come in store and check out these bargains.

Titlest Woods & Hybrids also Mizuno Irons 30-50% off!                      Selected putters that are 50% off!                                  

New Arrivals

Keep an eye out for new arrivals dropping all the time and get in quick to take advantage of both men's and women's shoes on sale.

Men's FJ Thermo tops                   Men's St Clair polos                   Women's St Clair polos                   Shoes (M&W)

Cafe News

Weekend Special

Club fundraising

Our kitchen team has prepared a great selection of club-made family pies, classic cheese rolls, and ready-to-go meals — perfect for quick, tasty dinners or easy entertaining. Pop in and stock up while supplies last!

Upcoming Events

Less than a month to go until our Annual Pink Ribbon Brunch!

This much-loved event is a beautiful celebration of strength, support, and community, all while raising funds for a great cause. It's a morning not to be missed — secure your spot today!

All event information and player registrations can be found at ambrosegolf.co.nz.

Do You Know the Rules

This means:

• When any part of your ball touches your own fairway, you may take free relief by placing a ball in the general area, within one club-length of its original spot, no nearer the hole.
  (Note: you may clean your ball or you may change it if you want)

• You do not need to mark the original spot before moving your ball.  (Although it is probably good practice to do so).
  The same rule holds when you are taking other forms of free or penalty relief and differs to the situation when you are replacing a ball on a spot, in which case the spot must be marked before lifting the ball. (Rule 14,1a)
   
• The new spot is determined as soon as you have put the ball down and let it go.
  ( i.e. you can’t move it again if you don’t like the spot).