Hi Members,
I have just been informed that the course at Mareeba is in very good condition and the weather prediction for next Tuesday is fine with a 5% chance of rain so all is good. Also Gabi has advised that there will be Sandwiches, Toasties ,Pies & Sausage Rolls available.
Hope to see you all there.
Regards
Robin
PRESIDENT REPORT –MILLAA MILLAA GOLF CLUB 01 Sep 20
Hi Members,
Today`s game at Millaa Millaa GC was a stableford event and there fewer numbers than normal, 51 players consisting of 38 men & 13 ladies. There were two visitors, Russell Horn from Gatton and Warwick Howarth from Millaa Millaa. There were three new members Gary Pozzi and Jenny Barrett from HMBGC and Greg Taylor from Millaa Millaa, welcome to the Vets in the Far North.
The weather was very cold early considering it was the first day of Spring and took it`s own good time to warm up but the sun eventually shone down on us and we stopped complaining. Many thanks to Margaret for the early brews, toast and hot food post game. The course was in very good condition and the volunteers are to be congratulated, well done to all at Millaa Millaa GC.
Our sponsor today was DRUMMOND GOLF, please support Drummonds when purchasing golf equipment as “they will lift your game”. Many thanks to Darren and his team.
Your Committee is currently sorting out options for the AGM at G/Vale and the Presentation/Lunch Day at Cairns at the end of the year. These games have become difficult due to the social distancing requirements imposed on us by the authorities as numbers in the clubhouse are very limited. Keep your eye on the blog as we have a couple of months to sort it out and rules may get relaxed the further we go.
Next week`s game will be a single stableford event at MAREEBA GC and the sponsor will be Stratford Painting Contractors, hope to see you all there.
Robin
President
TODAY`s RESULTS:
MENS:
Winner: Only 1 Division due to the low attendance,
Winner: Grant Scott on 39pts
Runner Up: Greg Taylor on 38p
Ball Rundown:
The Captain decided to give out balls to those that played to their handicap which was Ross Ellen only on 36pts and a ball was given to all members who remained for the Presentation who did not receive a prize. Looks like it may be beneficial to stay back for the presentations as you can never pick her mood.
LADIES:
Winner:Moira Stephens on 34pts
Runner Up: Doreen Law on 31pts
PRESIDENT REPORT –CAIRNS GOLF CLUB 25 Aug 20
Hi Members,
Today`s game at Cairns GC was a stableford event and there was a massive turnout of 123 players consisting of 97 men & 26 ladies. There were two visitors, Alan Dwyer from Burleigh Heads and Russell Banham from Keperra GC. There were two new members Mike Scott from Qantas GC? and Phil Stace from MossmanGC, welcome to the Vets gents.
The course was in excellent condition and the weather was fantastic. Thanks very much to Brie, Ben & Chloe for getting the big field off and running also Tim (greenkeeper) and his merry men for providing a great course in tip top condition reflected by the great scores below.
Our sponsor today was Cape York Accounting, if anyone requires any financial services or tax done please see the friendly staff at Cape York Accounting, their sponsorship is very much appreciated by our members.
A message to all members please check the 2020 Program on the blog as we have just amended some venues to cater for not playing at HMBGC next month and November. Due to many members requests we have negotiated another game at Mossman GC to be played on 22 Sep 20.
A friendly reminder to all players please sign your card, play off the correct handicap and return your card to the registration desk after each game to ensure your score is recorded.
Next week`s game will be a single stableford event at Millaa Millaa GC and the sponsor will be Drummond Golf, hope to see you all there.
Robin
President
TODAY`s RESULTS:
MENS:
Winner:
Div 1: Albert Smith on 38 pts
Runner Up: Neal Arnott on 36 pts
Div 2: Bill Matthews on 45
Runner Up:Brian Norris on 41
Ball Rundown:
39pts:Ross White
37pts: Garry Castle
36pts: Yasuo Kumagae, Ron Sylvester, Brian Hughes & Tom McEwan
35pts: Dennis Vohland, Robin Tonks, Tony Calcutt, John Everall & Ian Schofield
34pts: Bill Eden, Dave Ingram, Ron Blake, Graham Ross & Steve Whanarere
33pts: Russ Gill, Terry Craven, George Studham, Peter Brereton & Keith Schirmer and
32pts: Graham Morrow, Jeff McGrath, Tim Holman, Ed Mackie, Frank Thelan, Doug Christison, Marcus Morse, Ken Berrigan, Mark Davidson, John Sinclair, Neil Sharkey, Bill Foster, Dave Lawler & John Gregan.
LADIES:
Winner:Chris Trevenen on 43 pts
Runner Up: Cathie Coverdale c/b on 35
BALL RUNDOWN:
35pts: Di Diversi
34pts: Lois Tait & Andrina Wilson
33pts: Liz Edmonds & Julie Wallace
32pts: Jane Taylor, Tessa Meyer, Moira Stephens & Doreen Law and
31pts: Sandy Caplick
FNQVGA 2020 Championships
LADIES:
Gross Winner: Andrina Wilson 189
Gross Runner-up: Judy Guzzwell 194
Nett Winner: Doreen Law 150 c/b
Nett Runner-up: Lois Tait 150
MEN:
A GRADE:
Gross Winner: Robin Tonks 151
Gross Runner-up: Dave Lawler 160
Nett Winner: Evert Van Kleef 137
Nett Runner-up: Ken Berrigan 138
B GRADE:
Gross Winner: Doug Christison 168
Gross Runner-up: Peter Wyatt 175 c/b
Nett Winner: Peter Doherty 136
Nett Runner-up: Bill Matthews 141
C GRADE:
Gross Winner: Tom McEwan 188
Gross Runner-up: Graham Morrow 190
Nett Winner: John Pilbin 140
Nett Runner-up: Bill Eden 145
PRESIDENT REPORT –ATHERTON GOLF CLUB 18 Aug 20
Hi Members,
Today`s game at Atherton GC was a stableford event and there were 73 players consisting of 62 men & 11 ladies. There was one visitor again, Alan Dwyer who is here for 1 more week then heads south for more golf. There was one new member John Dunne from Atherton GC, welcome to the Vets John.
The course was in excellent condition and the greens were very fast and slippery, I did hear some stories about 4 & 5 putting, thanks Brendon and crew. Thanks very much to Cheryl, Dave & Irish for getting us out on time. The weather was winterish and very cold early but the sun warmed us up in no time and ended up a brilliant day.
Our sponsor was Stratford Painting Contractors (SPC) and if anyone needs a paint job (big or small) please call Gordon Perry and he will look after you. SPC support us and it would be very much appreciated if we support them in return.
Andrina aired all of the Championship winners and they will be on the blog in the near future for all to see.
Next week`s game will be a single stableford event at Cairns GC and the sponsor will be Cape York Accounting, hope to see you all there.
Robin
President
TODAY`s RESULTS:
MENS:
Winner:
Div 1: Ernie Bingham on 38 pts
Runner Up: Keith Dixon on 34 pts
Winner:
Div 2: Tom Stager c/b on 34
Runner Up:Barry Pike also c/b on 34
Ball Rundown:
33pts: Doug Christison, Darryl Chandler, Neal Arnott, Mick Grumley, Bruce Jenner, Grant Scott, Peter Johnston, Steve Whanarere & Neil Hamilton,
32pts: Robin Tonks, Al Dwyer, Jeff McGrath, John Richards, Darryl DeClifford, Roger Smith & Russell Lawrence,
31pts: John Gregan, Bert Smith & Russ Gill and
30pts: Tom McEwan & Bill Eden.
LADIES:
Winner: Jaqui Hall on 37 pts
Runner Up: Judy Guzzwell on 35
BALL RUNDOWN:
34pts: Chris Everall,
32pts: Jane Taylor,
31pts: Andrina Wilson & Doreen Law and
28pts: Tessa Meyer & Liz Edmonds.
Hi Members,
Due to all of the COVID-19 activity within Australia & the world at the moment this is a timely reminder of how we should be conducting ourselves when playing in Vets events at all golf clubs on our 2020 Program.
Please use the following as a guideline when attending any of our weekly games;
1. Sign the club`s COVID-19 sheet when entering the clubhouse.
2. Complete card including handicap & golflink number.
3. Proceed to Registration desk and pay for entry into the day`s event.
4. Because there are limited numbers permitted inside the clubhouse please go outside and have a putt etc etc.
5. Someone will then advise you of your gaggle and tee position to commence play.
At all times please ensure that you exercise social distancing as we do not want to get any clubs in trouble with the Authorities nor do we want the return of COVID-19 in our Region as golf courses are our "office".
Many thanks for your assistance with the above as it will make everyone`s job a lot easier and we are allowed to continue playing the game we love.
Regards
Robin
President
PRESIDENT REPORT –GORDONVALE GOLF CLUB 11 Aug 20
Hi Members,
Today`s game at Gordonvale GC was the 2nd and final round of the 2020 FNQVGA Championships, there were 93 players today consisting of 87 men & 12 ladies. There was one visitor, Alan Dwyer who came back to play with us again, welcome back Al enjoy your 3 week stay.
The course was in excellent condition again and whatever the grounds staff are doing, please keep doing it, well done to all concerned. Thanks very much to Dave & Pete for organising the carts, foodstuffs & refreshments throughout the day. Even though the weather was a little cool early on it turned out to be a perfect winter`s day.
All grades championship winners/ runners up will be presented with respective trophies at our Xmas/Presentation Day at Cairns GC on 01 Dec 20, congrats to all.
Our sponsor was again GOLF WORLD, a very good sponsor to the Vets and a reminder to members when you purchase goods from Golf World please let them know you are from the Vets as they are recording our purchases for their 2021 sponsorship.
I realise that some players have the ability to hit the bridge on 9 at will to get over the drain but today Liz (Secretary) did it with such grace and expectability (probably not a word) it was a joy to watch, she even sent it 50 metres further down the 9th fairway.
Next week`s game will be a single stableford event at Atherton GC and the sponsor will be Stratford Painting Contractors, hope to see you all there.
Robin
President
TODAY`s RESULTS:
MENS:
Winner:
Div 1: Peter Wyatt on 66
Runner Up: Roger Smith on 67
Div 2: John Pilbin on 67
Runner Up: Brian Hughes on 71
Ball Rundown:
68: Doug Christison, Peter Dalziel, Peter Doherty & John Richards,
69: Ross Ellen, Bill Matthews, Dave Lawler, Peter Clarke, Evert Van Kleef, Ken Berrigan & Robin Tonks,
70: Don McHardie, Dennis Vohland & Vaughan Edwards,
71: Graham Morrow, Al Dwyer, Ray Greig, George Ribs Atkinson, Graham Real & Eric Haworth,
72: Tom McEwan, Zbig Bergiel, John Bawden, Mark Buckle & Pommy English,
73: Yasuo Kumagae, Meil Sharkey, Dave Horton, Ernie Bingham, Bert Smith & Peter Johnston and
74: Tom Stager, Trevor Barry, John Famularo, Keith Winstanly & Louis Siedle.
LADIES:
Winner: Judy Guzzwell on 68
Runner Up: Jane Taylor on 71
BALL RUNDOWN:
72: Tessa Meyer,
73: Edna Atkinson & Andrina Wilson,
76: Kay Cleland & Doreen Law and
77: Lois Tait & Liz Edmonds.
