Official Club Brochure 2018 | 2019 Contents

Welcome ...... 4 McLeod Brisbane Invitational Open ...... 35 About the Club Other Special Events ...... 37 and its History ...... 7 Junior Golf ...... 39 The Course ...... 10 Visitors and Social Golf ...... 42 Course Tour ...... 13 ...... 43 McLeod Golf Shop ...... 17 Clubhouse and Bistro ...... 45 Coaching ...... 19 Weddings, Functions & Joining Our Club ...... 21 Special Occasions ...... 47 Benefits of Membership ...... 25 McLeod Country and Premier wish to thank the advertisers who appear in this publication for their support Golf Days & More Corporate and wish them every business success. The contents of this brochure are believed to be correct at the time of printing, Members’ Golf & Opportunities ...... 49 nevertheless, we cannot endorse and readers should not rely solely upon the accuracy of any statements or claims McLeod Golfing Groups ...... 29 How to Find Us ...... 51 contained herein without prior consultation with the service provider. Photography by: www.adella.potography | [email protected] | +61 423 704 745

PREMIER PUBLISHING T 03 9521 7994 14 Ellis St E [email protected] South Yarra VIC 3141 W www.premierpublishing.com.au Welcome to McLeod Golf Club

McLeod Country Golf Club, established in 1968, operates as a not-for-profit organisation with golfing and social facilities open to club members and the general public.

The club is located at the foothills of Mt Ommaney, McLeod is a family club with a relaxed, friendly atmosphere and approximately 15 minutes’ south-west of Brisbane. a passion for good golf. Membership is available to both men McLeod offers a quality golf experience, hosting 60 acres of and women and is affordable, with a number of easy payment undulating greens, fairways and natural parkland vistas. options. The club’s facilities include a magnificent 18-hole The Golf Shop is well stocked with the latest fashionable and accompanying practice facilities. It is proud to be the home apparel and golf accessories. A coaching academy with golfing of the annual Brisbane Invitational, a prestigious ALPG Pro Am professionals offers juniors’ clinics, members’ group clinics, a event. beginners’ club and individual private lessons. The clubhouse experience is equally memorable, whether you The club is ideally equipped to host any type of golf day, with are a member, potential member or visitor. Sample the delights dedicated staff and excellent caterers handling all your details Whatever the reason of a tasty meal or snack in the Bistro, which is open for lunch to ensure a successful event. seven days a week and for Friday night dining. for your visit, the friendly You don’t have to be a golfer to enjoy the facilities and The clubhouse has dedicated function facilities for weddings, camaraderie of the club. McLeod Country Golf Club is about conferences and seminars and group meetings, supported bringing people together in a fun, enjoyable and relaxing members and dedicated staff by a bar and range of catering services to accommodate any atmosphere. function, small or large in size. look forward to welcoming you.

4 5 About the Club and its History

McLeod Country Golf Club is commonly referred to as the “Women’s Club” as it is administered by women. However, the club is open to both men and women golfers. The women golfers are the members and the men are the associates and referred to as Fellow Members. The Board of Directors consists of seven women.

The Fellow Members’ committee organises and manages its It was made known to Miss Hilda Reid and Miss Kathleen own competitions and two committee members represent the Atherton that Centenary Estates were offering land for the Fellow Members at Board Meetings. development of a golf course. They subsequently met with Mr Peter Lightfoot, General Manager of Centenary Estates. Several It all started in the mid-1960s when Brisbane’s women golfers, meetings with some highly respected professionals in golf and tired of access restriction, fought to have a golf course of their business took place. Many of these professionals had opinions own so they too could play golf at weekends and have control for and against the plans to form a golf club to be administered over the circumstance under which they played. by women. However, McLeod Country Golf Club soon became The spark for what was a revolutionary idea in the male- a reality. dominated era of the time came in November 1966. On 20 September 1968 Kathleen accepted the duly signed The Ashgrove Golf Club Associates had just completed their agreement between Centenary Estates and The McLeod Saturday round of golf and proceeded to the Associates’ Country Golf Club. If the buyers built the course, the purchase Annexe to partake of a refreshing drink only to find that the price for the land was $1, a ceremonial sum that Peter Lightfoot area now contained a billiard table and was being used by duly handed back to the committee. That one dollar note is now the Members. Ideas of a women’s golf club had been bandied displayed in the foyer of the clubhouse. around since 1963 and this event served to increase the interest in ascertaining if such an action was feasible.

7 Dr. Clive Boyce O.B.E. of Gailes Golf Club, an amateur golf course architect of some renown, having designed courses both in Australia and overseas, was approached with regard to designing the course for the new club. Dr. Boyce gave freely of his time and expertise, at no cost to the club, and the fine course that exists today will forever remain a tribute to him. The initial nine-hole course was opened on 18th September, 1971 and the second nine holes on 25th March the following year. The name McLeod was used to honour Miss Gertrude McLeod who had devoted her life to promoting women’s golf in Queensland. She was President of the Queensland Ladies Golf Union for 30 years and President of the Australian Ladies Golf Union for five years. The seed was sown and the growth of the club meant some very hard work needed to be undertaken to make this venture a success. The membership base increased and there was always someone willing and able to take on a land clearing task or fund raising venture. Some of their fund raising exercises were truly novel and unheard of in today’s society. The Founding Members and many of their spouses are held in high regard by all members. The Founding Members are honoured at the club’s Anniversary Day and Founders Day celebrations. On Founders Day, those who are able play in the Wednesday competition and along with other “Founders” are then acknowledged at a lunch with other members on the day. This tradition is one of the major events of the club.

9 The Course

McLeod Country Golf Club enjoys a delightful traditional parkland course that all categories and standards of golfer will enjoy playing, the great design and multiple teeing positions presenting the opportunity for players of all abilities to truly test their game.

With gently sloping terrain, plenty of trees and water on the guaranteed more than your fair share of birdies! majority of holes, it all adds up to a great test of golf. The birdlife is simply prolific, with the course providing a home The course is a 5,880-metre -71 test for men, with five par- to a large flock of Little Corellas, Sulphur Crested Cockatoos, 3s and four par-5s. Women play an equally enthralling layout Ducks, Ibis both local and New Zealand migrating, measuring 5,495 metres from the back black markers, or 5,347 Masked Lapwing (spur winged plovers or masked plovers), metres from the red , both with pars of 74. Crows, Willy Wagtails, Australian Magpie, Magpie Lark, Kookaburras, Little Black Cormorants, Rainbow Lorikeets, One of the nice things about McLeod Country Golf Club is the occasional Swans, Noisy Miner, Eurasian Coots, Gallahs, variety of the holes with no two looking or playing the same. Australasian Darter, Pied Butcher Bird, Purple Swamphens, Most players use nearly all of the clubs in the bag, which is Pheasant Coucal, Eastern Great Egrets, White Faced Herons, always the sign of a good course. Crested Pigeons, Dusky Moorhens and we are the seasonal McLeod is a great layout and golfers coming here for the first home to migrating Pelicans. time can’t fail to enjoy it. It’s not just the golf you play that will Have a chat with the club’s resident Apostlebirds who will Seriously, when you come to make the day memorable, but the creatures you will likely meet delight you with their antics as they come to visit you looking on the way round! and Tortoises. Platypus have also been seen on occasion. for a handout. There is also a large dove population that use the The ecosystem of the creeks would not be complete without McLeod Country Golf Club, McLeod Country Golf Club is set around the winding Mount silo as their home base next to the 2nd . the regular sightings of reptiles! Water Lizards can be found Ommaney Creek. The water course is a haven to many animals The 15th hole is a refuge for two species of flying fox, the particularly on the 6th tee and 7th tee around the Oasis. you won’t know whether to take and birdlife and the wildlife here is amazing for a metropolitan black and grey fruit bat. From time to time the course is also golf course. Snakes are found in the long grass of all waterways so beware the migratory home of thousands (hundreds of thousands) of when searching for a lost ball as they include the Eastern out your golf clubs or your The largest animals seen on the course are deer from a former Little Red Flying Foxes who make the journey from far north Brown, Red Belly Black and Taipan varieties. There are also a deer farm. There is an occasional kangaroo but they tend to be Queensland. The daily sunset departure is spectacular. number of non-venomous snakes such as green tree camera. So why not do both! visitors rather than permanent fixtures of the course. Within the waterways are an abundant variety of fish including snakes and Keelback variety. No matter how well or badly you are playing, you can be some Japanese Carp courtesy of the last flood, and large eels Try your luck at spotting our tree frogs near the 17th tee…

10 11 Course Tour

We hope you enjoy your time with us at McLeod Country Golf Club. Here are a few useful tips and course notes.

1st Hole 4th Hole Red Par 4 - 294m, White Par 4 - 334m, Blue Par 4 - 351m Red: Par 4 - 325m, White: Par 4 - 343m, Blue: Par 4 - 349m Trees and creeks protect both sides of the fairway, a straight Slight dogleg left. Watch the OB on the left in line with the trees. drive will keep you out of trouble. Three-tiered green is Bunkers to left and right of green. Long hitters beware of water protected on right and left sides by bunkers. Long is safe. directly ahead – 250m+ could be wet. A fade is great here.

2nd Hole 5th Hole Red: Par 3 - 173m, White: Par 3 - 175m, Blue: Par 3 - 184m Red: Par 4 - 287m, White: Par 4 - 314m, Blue: Par 4 - 326m A downhill par 3 with bunkers either side of the green, trees to Slight dogleg right to unseen green, over the fence left is OB the right and water to the left and behind if very long. and hazards on the right the length of the hole. Fairway bunker on the left corner. Looks easy but... 3rd Hole 6th Hole Red: Par 5 - 369m, White: Par 5 - 450m, Blue: Par 5 - 457m Red: Par 3 - 113m, White: Par 3 - 127m, Blue: Par 3 - 137m A sweeping right dogleg, over water from the men’s tee, to an unsighted green. OB along fence line and water comes in again Water hazards on right, bunkers protecting front right and left on right. side of green. Steep slope behind green will punish those long.

13 7th Hole 10th Hole 13th Hole 16th Hole Red: Par 5 - 466m, White: Par 5 - 465m, Blue: Par 5 - 485m Red: Par 5 - 437 White: Par 5 - 446m, Blue: Par 5 - 448m Red: Par 5 - 398m, White: Par 4 - 401m, Blue: Par 4 - 402m Red: Par 3 - 130m, White: Par 3 - 136m, Blue: Par 3 - 142m Long par 5 with water crossing at Snake Gully. Beware! Long Stay straight to stay out of tree and creek trouble from the Straight drive will keep you out of trouble from trees and Uphill par 3, the green sits on the top of the hill with a deep right slice hitters please note that there is an OB triangle (blue tee. Long hitters can try to cut the corner. Uphill to green with creeks. Bunkers on left and right of green. bunker on the left front. The fairway slopes severely left posts) on the 4th fairway, that applies to balls from the 7th. front right protecting bunker with a nasty face - consider going feeding balls to the bunker, beware. Long will see you in the sideways if against the face. 14th Hole garden and right visiting our resident deer! 8th Hole Red: Par 4 - 347m, White: Par 4 - 357m, Blue: Par 4 - 362m 11th Hole 17th Hole Red: Par 4 - 297m, White: Par 4 - 348m, Blue: Par 4 - 370m While tempting to go for the drive and cut the corner with this Red: Par 4 - 296m, White: Par 4 - 300m, Blue: Par 4 - 308m Red: Par 5 - 395m, White: Par 4 - 398m, Blue: Par 4 - 401m Par 4 with water crossing in front of green. Water hazards along dogleg left, danger lurks over the edge of the hill and in the trees left of fairway, garden mounds on right are in play. Green is Short par 4 with dogleg right to unseen green. OB on right. left and right. The right call is to lay up to the right of the fairway A good second shot will see you close to the green, beware elevated and protected by bunkers on left and right. Bunkers protect front right side and behind the green. bunkers, giving you a look at the green for the second shot. water to left and behind, and bunker to the right.

9th Hole 12th Hole 15th Hole 18th Hole Red: Par 5 - 413m, White: Par 5 - 517m, Blue: Par 5 - 523m Red: Par 4 - 217m, White: Par 3 - 118m, Blue: Par 3 - 164m Red: Par 4 - 267m, White: Par 4 - 281m, Blue: Par 4 - 292m Red: Par 3 - 123m, White: Par 3 - 161m, Blue: Par 3 - 179m Dogleg right at the end of this long par 5 catches many players Creek in front of tee will catch those who misdirect their drive. Water on three sides makes this approach daunting, accuracy is Uphill shot with front bunker on left protecting the left third of either short in the front bunkers or wet in the dam. Beware... OB to right. A large gum protects the front right of this elevated the key. The ideal shot bounces off the small hill in front of the the green. Safe long. Ladies beware the tree on fairway right. green and bunker on the left. green.

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The Golf Professionals at McLeod Country Golf Club are committed to enabling members and Mary swapped her ‘to do’ list visitors to enjoy their golf to the full. Friendly and approachable, they use a clear and effective for her bucket list teaching style that gets proven results.

No wonder she’s smiling Importance is placed on the basic fundamentals, keeping it One such example is the Ladies Let’s Golf program, a Golf simple and producing a swing that can be repeated, working Queensland initiative aimed at introducing more women to with the physical capabilities of the individual golfer. the sport. Book a lesson or save money with a package and lower that These clinics are conducted by one of the club’s PGA-qualified Have the time of your life at by quickly turning weaknesses into strengths. Professional team and offer instruction and coaching in putting, chipping, pitching, and bunker play as well as McLeod has a state-of-the-art indoor swing analysis facility Rosemount Retirement Community explaining key components in the short and long games. which can help simplify the learning process. Retirement is about having the time to do all the things you never The club has excellent practice facilities to enable members to had the time to do. Take that long awaited trip around Australia Book in today to get the most out of your swing using the latest work on all areas of their game and reach their full potential. knowing your home is perfectly secure. Take the plunge and try video analysis tools. Rain or shine, the PGA Professionals can a water aerobics class. Or simply enjoy having the time to share a warm greeting with your neighbour in the hallway on the way to analyse and then correct your swing so you can have the best the library. swing possible. At Wesley Mission Queensland we know small things can be the The club is committed to growing the game of golf and holds To book a lesson, call the Golf Shop on biggest things – and our latest luxury offering, Rosemount at regular beginner clinics throughout the year aimed at providing (07) 3376 3666. Visit www.mcleodgolf.com.au Sinnamon Park will be a place that you will be proud to call home. a basic introduction to new players and a refresher for those for lesson options and current pricing. Set in landscaped surrounds and close to all amenities, this architecturally designed community will be the perfect place to have fun with friends and family returning to the game. or relax in your own private sanctuary. But don’t just take our word for it, call our friendly sales team today to find out how you can live your retirement dream. Phone 0417 661 912, email us at [email protected] or visit www.wmq.org.au

located at 620 Seventeen Mile Rocks Road, Sinnamon Park 4073 19 Joining Our Club

McLeod Country Golf Club offers excellent facilities, an active golfing calendar and, most importantly of all, a friendly atmosphere where lifelong members and first-time visitors are made to feel equally welcome.

The club has a strong and congenial membership base, who share a love of golf, family and friendship. Whether a keen junior only just starting out or a golfer with a lifetime’s experience, you are equally welcome to join the club, as are any ages in between! Becoming a member of the club is easy. The first step is to complete the application form that can be found on the club website, www.mcleodgolf.com.au. Or you can pop down to the club as a visitor, book a round of golf and enjoy a drink in the clubhouse and see if McLeod Country Golf Club is the club for you. Warning: it’s very likely you will find the positive vibes hard to resist, as many have before you! Joining McLeod Country Golf Club isn’t just choosing the best in golf club membership, it’s a lifestyle choice. Imagine being able to call McLeod Country Golf Club your home club and having a simply incredible spot to bring friends and colleagues.

20 21 Yes, the golf is spectacular and the location is stunning, but Ordinary Member: for the avid golfer wishing to have access ...Taking care of you that’s only part of it. The members and staff make this club to the course seven days a week. Get a Golf Link handicap, play the special place it is and arguably the most compelling in all member competitions and play an active role in club life, reasons of all to join is because it presents the chance to make with full voting rights and eligibility to hold office. Additionally, so many great new friends and enjoy their company in an may invite up to three guests at any one time to play a social amazing environment. game at reduced rates. Tony Hollands Funerals are Brisbane based funeral Rather than being left to fend for themselves, new members 5-Day Member: Monday-Friday are instantly made to feel a part of the club and are directors and for 4 generations, the Hollands Family Gateway Member (see above) has proudly provided professional, personal funeral encouraged to participate in all club competitions. Young Professional: Aged 26-45 services for families throughout South-East Queensland. The club offers an imaginative Gateway Membership for people just starting out in golf. This membership gives you Intermediate: Aged 18-25 • Tony Hollands Funerals are 100% Queensland a taste of golf membership and all the benefits at a great Student: Aged 18-25 family owned and operated. starting price. • We are specialists in all aspects of funeral care, Junior: Aged 13-17 Gateway Membership includes: and are sensitive to all faiths and beliefs. Sub Junior: Aged up to 12 • We are available 24 hours of every day. • FREE Social Play Pay as You Golf: For the occasional or social golfer. Pay a • We are the link between your funeral wishes and the funeral service. • Golf Link handicap lower annual subscription and a reduced green fee. Entitled to play in 10 competitions a year, but not Saturday competitions. • Members’ price for any competition Social Club Member: Enjoy social golf seven days a week at a • FREE golf vouchers for your mates 25 per cent discount off the applicable green fee. • $100 to spend up at the Bar and Bistro Country For non-golfers, there is a Social Membership available for just $10 which brings with it a number of benefits for those Beginner 3 months: Pay green fee; eligible for Thursday wishing to enjoy use of the clubhouse. It’s a worthwhile competition. investment if you live locally! Beginner 6 months: Pay green fee; eligible for Thursday and McLeod Country Golf Club has a diverse range of Friday competition. Then graduate to Gateway Membership. memberships to suit all golfers regardless of experience Social: Clubhouse use only. Pay full green fee for social golf. and ability. Visit the Club website, The following is a summary of our membership categories. www.mcleodgolf.com.au/golf-membership for details of These are outlined in greater detail on the website, which also If you wish to discuss prearranging a funeral, contributing to a funeral bond, or if you would like a Funeral Information current subscription rates. carries details of the current subscription rates. The website also has an application form and a detailed list Booklet, visit our website or contact our office on (07) 3392 9919 | www.tonyhollandsfunerals.com.au of entitlements applicable to each membership category.

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At Alpha Physio, we happily treat Oakley PRIZM™ and everyone and have special interests in Ray-Ban Rox+ prescription sunglasses There are many good reasons to become a member of McLeod Country Golf Club. a long list of problems including: available at Here are just a few of the most compelling: Laubman & Pank Mt Ommaney Migraines and headaches | Fibromyalgia Coccydinia | TMJ (jaw) dysfunctions • Enjoy a great course that is well maintained and a delight • Play as many times as your membership category allows. Dizziness and Vertigo | General joint and to play on The more you play the less expense the golf muscle complaints | Neck and back pain • Easy access to book tee times • Able to use the course 7 days a week for social rounds at no #RB2132 cost (depending on membership category) Opening Hours • Golf competitions most days • Interclub Pennant competitions for men, women and juniors MONDAY – FRIDAY 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM • Where competition play is allowed, SATURDAY 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM membership includes all affiliation fees • Friendly and professional staff Home treatments and gym visits also available Mt Ommaney Centre • Get and maintain an active Golf Australia Golf Link handicap • Variety of memberships available to suit all needs 34/171 Dandenong Road 50 Sumners Road, Sumner, 4074 Ph: 3376 5307 07 3279 3871 | [email protected]

alphaphysio.com.au 25 SPREAD • A range of payment options available • Free use of the club’s practice facilities – practice fairway, Members’ Golf & chip and putt and bunker practice area • Enjoy reciprocal golf at other clubs McLeod Golfing Groups • New members can easily join in one of our various playing groups • Invite guests for golf, lunch, dinner or just a social drink If you like competitive golf, McLeod Country Golf Club is a great choice. The • Membership includes free hospitality cash that can be redeemed against purchases in the clubhouse and in club can offer pennant play for women, the clubhouse men and juniors, together with a host of • Enjoy discounted rates on food and beverage in Honour Board competitions and more the clubhouse relaxed social golfing events. • Special green fee rate for members’ guests

• All memberships can be upgraded upon payment of There is no competition more important to any club in any fee difference Brisbane than the annual pennants. Clubs play a series of • Friendly and helpful Golf Shop team matches against each other through the golfing season for the right to win that season’s pennant or flag. • Tuition available 7 days a week McLeod Country Golf Club field women’s teams in five of • Great lunchtime meals available at reasonable prices 7 days the seven Friday Pennant divisions and the top two of the a week and evening dining on Fridays three divisions of the Weekend Pennant. There is also a • Friendly and welcoming members, many playing an active junior girls’ pennant team. part in the club The club is also a keen supporter of other prestigious • Voting rights events organised by the Brisbane and District Ladies Golf Association, such as the Meg Nunn Salver – a • Many different types of birds and wildlife make the course competition contested annually by the seven Districts of their home, making for a pleasant and natural environment Queensland – which the club was proud to host in 2017. • An extensive social calendar of club events as well as regular In the Brisbane men’s pennant all ages – Juniors, Open special social events and Masters – play as one overall team at the same • Be proud to be part of a progressive, forward-thinking club courses on the same day in a home and away format. that treats all its members equally well The teams also play for their individual team pennant

28 29 Stay on course in conjunction with the overall competition. The prospect Fellows golf competitions are held every Thursday and of promotion and relegation at the end of the season makes Saturday. There is also a Medley competition on Sundays. If competition fierce. over 50 years the Veterans’ competition can be entered on with your health Tuesdays. As well as the regular weekly competitions there are a host of Ask us about: Honour Board competitions to be fought for, each carrying an Honour Board events are held throughout the year and in accompanying trophy, together with many opportunities to play many formats to give all a chance of success. Fellows are also Vaccination services Medication Reviews golf socially where there is no silverware, but the chance to encouraged to become part of the McLeod Pennants team. enjoy the game of golf, the surroundings and the comradeship Free local home deliveries Sleep Apnoea Services In addition to golf the Fellows of McLeod offer many volunteer offered by one’s fellow members. opportunities within the “McLeod Sons” or the “Sandmen” to Free blood pressure and Weight Manager Program There are thriving golfing groups for men and women at become active within the club and enjoy the camaraderie.

diabetes monitoring Equipment Hire McLeod Country Golf Club. Veterans’ Golf Members Peter Kolb Amcal Pharmacy Open 7 Days The McLeod Veterans’ (Vets’) Golf Club meet and play on 92 Horizon Drive Mon-Wed & Fri: 8:30am - 7pm McLeod Members – the club’s women – enjoy a very robust Tuesday mornings. The Vets group is open to all male golfers 50 Middle Park Thurs: 8:30 to 9pm Members’ Competition that runs on Wednesdays, Saturdays years and older, and visitors are always welcome to play. Vets’ Ph: 3376 1355 Sat: 8:30am - 5pm Sun: 9am - 2pm and alternate Fridays. An Open Medley or Mixed Competition is golf is about making friends and conversation. also run on Sundays. The Vets combine home games at McLeod, with a number of Those new to golf are encouraged to join through the club’s away games each year. A number of games are also played with Beginner membership then progress to Gateway membership the Senior Ladies in a variety of formats including 4BBB and and finally full membership. It is a pathway that may take two Ambrose. years but gives full value for money and is ideal for those who The group enjoys its golf and welcomes new members, from are not yet ready to dive into multiple golf days a week. beginners through experienced to expert. Age is never a barrier. Know how to play and are looking at joining McLeod? Come Visitors from other clubs are welcome to play in all Vets’ events. along during one of the many open events ranging from The Veterans’ Honour Board event is the RG Nichols Memorial Black Marker Challenges to Bring a Non Golfer Days. All club Trophy, which is played annually. competitions cater for a range of abilities, so no one is left out. Senior Ladies In addition the club offers many social entertainment opportunities, Friday night dining and trivia nights to share with McLeod Senior Ladies enjoy a weekly game of golf in a friendly your new friends. supportive environment. The group, which meets on Mondays, has in excess of 190 members and consistently attracts a field Fellows Golf of around 100 players each week. The men of McLeod are called Fellows. The Fellows of McLeod Eligibility for membership to Senior Ladies is financial are a very active golfing group and have a very competitive membership of McLeod Country Golf Club, aged over 55 with fixture program that runs throughout the year. a current WGA handicap. The age range of McLeod’s Senior

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We specialise in all custom made cabinetry work in particular, the hand painted “Hampton” style as well the classic modern look. One of the most notable and eagerly anticipated of these is the We offer great solution to Centenary Trivia Trail, a large and popular annual charity event all your renovations needs held in the spring which highlights the club’s place at the heart from the start up custom Ladies club is 55 to over 90, with golf handicaps spanning of its local community. design all the way through to from 4-45, so everyone is included. New golfers and Gateway the installation done by our members are very welcome to join. The annual membership Competitors (in teams) need to discover challenge stations own full time installers. fee is just $10 and this can be paid with the starters before which have been strategically placed around the golf course. your first game. Participants complete the challenge, receive a set of trivia questions and move on to the next station. Return to the If you would like to see our The purpose of the Senior Ladies Club is to uphold the clubhouse once all challenges and trivia questions have been work close up, please feel tradition, etiquette, sportsmanship and companionship of the completed for a chance to win fantastic prizes. free to visit our showroom at game, while also providing the opportunity to build exceptional 42 Queensland Road, Darra friendships and provide support that extends beyond the golf Proceeds from the day, which is supported by local businesses, Or contact our office on course. go to Enhanced Care Association Inc., a not-for-profit 33717100 organisation that provides centre-based overnight respite and You can see our latest designs Social Activities day support for people with multiple impairments and complex health needs. at www.danakitchens.com.au As well as enjoying good golf, members can participate in a number of enjoyable social events that are held throughout the year. 33 McLeod Brisbane Invitational Open

The McLeod Brisbane Invitational Open is one of the showpiece events in the McLeod Country Golf Club calendar.

Unique to Brisbane, it is a one-day professional golf tournament A Dinner Buffet Function follows the Shoot Out with player on the ALPG Tour featuring an expected field of around 60 lady interviews and a lively Calcutta Auction for the Brisbane professionals and a prize purse of $30,000. Invitational the following day. The main event concludes with a Tournament Awards Dinner Buffet and the presentation of The event runs in tandem with a very popular Pro-Am event, prizes. with three invited guests each playing alongside one of the lady professionals. The 2018 Brisbane Invitational sponsored by Seasons Aged Care featured a thrilling four-player play-off. Felicity Johnson The amateur field is open to men, women and junior golfers of England won on the second extra hole from Manon De Roey with a GA handicap who have the opportunity to play alongside of Belgium. If this year’s event is anywhere near as exciting, some of the best female professional golfers in the country. spectators will be in for a real treat. Sponsors of the tournament have the opportunity to network At time of going to press, the date for the 2019 had yet to be and entertain special guests and clients in a relaxed atmosphere finalised, so keep checking the club website, whilst enjoying the unique experience of playing alongside an www.mcleodgolf.com.au, for details. ALPG touring professional. On the first evening, following an opening Ambrose event, there is the opportunity to watch the ALPG professionals compete For all questions concerning participation in an exciting Shoot Out on McLeod’s Par 3, 18th hole with excellent viewing from the clubhouse balcony. This is a great and sponsorship, please call (07) 3376 3666 event to enjoy with friends and family. or email: [email protected]

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McLeod Country Golf Club is proud to host a number of other significant We have been servicing the Ipswich & Greater events each year in addition to the Brisbane Invitational Open. Springfield regions for over 25 years. Our directors have more than 55 years of combined experience Conducted by Golf Queensland, the prestigious Gertrude Keen club players will be pleased to hear McLeod Country Golf to ensure you receive the best advice possible. McLeod Winners Event, generally held in September, is open to Club also stages numerous open golf events throughout the all clubs that have taken part in the annual Gertrude McLeod year – several each month – more in fact than you can swing a Competition. club at! We would love to visit your business Only the winners of the Gertrude McLeod Competition at Club Open golf events at McLeod may be played by any golfer with a to see how we can help you. level in Divisions 1, 2 and 3 are invited to participate. valid GA handicap who pays the appropriate fee and meets all criteria for that event (such as age or sex). As well as being much The McLeod PresCare Queensland Senior Order of Merit Call us now to arrange a visit. enjoyed by the club’s own members, they provide a wonderful (QSOOM) is an 18-hole event open to men and women over the opportunity for golfers from other clubs to enjoy all that age of 55. Income Tax Bookkeeping McLeod has to offer. It forms one of a series of Senior Order of Merit events held You will find a list of the year’s open events on the club website, Business Advice Capital Gains Tax throughout the season whose aim is to provide senior golfers www.mcleodgolf.com.au. To enter any open golf event please with a cost effective and regular competition golf game, Self Managed Super Software Assistance call (07) 3376 3666. predominantly based in South-East Queensland. Business Structuring Cashflow Forecasting New Business Setups GST & BAS Lodgement

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McLeod is proud to offer the MyGolf scheme as part of its junior A variety of quality coaching clinics are available to suit any introduction to golf program. MyGolf is the national junior grass skill level from a raw beginner who has never picked up a club roots golf program promoted by Golf Australia and the PGA of before to a budding tournament professional. Australasia. Visit www.mygolf.org.au to find out more and go to These regular clinics are designed to provide youngsters You r journey starts here www.mygolf.org.au/programs/McLeod to book your child on the with the opportunity to have fun, improve their game and next available course. Hi, I’m Kerstin, your personal travel manager. technique, build friendships and, ultimately, introduce them to MyGolf, though, is only part of the junior golf success story at competitive golf. Tailor-made Think of a Personal Travel Manager in the same way you’d think of a professional McLeod Country Golf Club. The real accolades must go to the holiday golf coach or a financial planner - someone that can assist you with all aspects of Introductory group lessons provide a great way to make new club’s talented team of Professionals who are totally committed specialist your travel needs. With 18 years of travel experience to share I have the knowledge friends, get outdoors and be part of the McLeod community. to inspiring the next generation of players and introducing them and expertise to help you plan your dream holiday or look after your business travel. This is the initial phase of a structured program – once the to the game in a safe, friendly, fun and nurturing environment. youngsters have developed a certain level of proficiency, they Junior lessons are run every Saturday morning by a PGA- are then let loose on the course! accredited Professional. Each child is encouraged to come along Juniors progress to play three, six and then nine holes, with the for an initial consultation, which provides a great opportunity tees moved forward to create a course whose length is ideally for the child to find out what the sport is all about before suited to them. Mums and Dads are encouraged to come along making a commitment. Family members are encouraged to stay as . Kerstin Rheinlander and watch – there are refreshments available. Your Personal Travel Manager 1300 024 856 [email protected] travelmanagers.com.au/KerstinRheinlander Part of the House of Travel Group ACN: 113 085 626 Member: IATA, AFTA, CLIA 39 There’s no let-up during the school holidays, with four-day ...keeping you Junior Golf Camps available at the club. Once the junior tees are mastered it’s time to get a handicap The club prides itself on its family focus and, in support of its on the road from the men’s and women’s tees over 9 holes and from there commitment to encourage junior participation in golf, has the next move is into full 18-hole competition with a club introduced 12-month Get it Started Junior Scholarships. mentor to help guide the golfing prodigies around the course Valued at $1,000 each, the scholarships cover just about and advise on all the fine points of and scoring. Two stores that are LOCALLY owned and operated anything a junior would need to begin a lifetime golfing, with a complete range of car servicing & repairs Junior golfers are also encouraged to enter into the McLeod including: a full starter set of golf clubs, competition fees and, of Junior Classic hosted by the club each holiday. course, a membership to McLeod Country Golf Club. It is to be emphasised that each step progression is only Visit www.mcleodgolf.com.au/junior-golfers to see the dates of Mt Ommaney Yamanto attained after the child meets set program goals which are upcoming junior clinics and for more details of how to get your Mt Ommaney Shopping Centre (under Big W) 5/6 Astral crt, Flinders View monitored by the course Professional and no child is rushed child playing golf. The website also includes details of the junior ahead to a level they do not feel comfortable with. scholarships and how to apply. 3376 0088 3288 6644 41 Visitors & FootGolf Social Golf

Golfer or not, if you have never been to McLeod Country Golf Club before, McLeod Country Golf Club has always been a progressive club keen to embrace new ideas it’s hard to put into words just what a thrilling experience lies in store. The and we are proud to be one of the first clubs in Brisbane to welcome FootGolf. warmest of warm welcomes awaits and the location is fabulous.

Never heard of FootGolf? Then you’re in for a treat! It’s The sport is fun, fast-paced (nine holes only takes around 45 Golf tee times are available seven days a week from sunrise to The club welcomes enquiries from visiting groups and is happy basically a combination of golf and football and is played minutes) and a test of skill. It’s also inexpensive and perfect sunset every day except Christmas Day. to assist with a package which best suits your requirements. on a course very similar to golf, but with bigger holes to for enjoying a friendly game with friends or family before Motorised carts and pull buggies are available to hire, as are Available tee times for social golfers will vary depending on the accommodate the ball, which is a regulation size 5 soccer ball. unwinding with a drink in the clubhouse. quality sets of golf clubs. club’s competition schedule or other organised events such as The rules and basic aim is the same as golf too: play nine or 18 Perhaps best of all, FootGolf is made for group events such as corporate golf days, so it is always advisable to book ahead to Enjoy the golf and stay for a refreshing drink and a tasty snack holes and get the ball in the hole in as few shots as possible! birthday parties, buck’s nights and corporate team building. avoid a wasted trip. in the clubhouse, where you will find our members and staff FootGolf is said to be the fastest-growing new sport in the Groups of four are recommended, however you can play in a equally welcoming. The whole experience is sure to want you Tee times can be booked directly through the website (you will world, with up to 1,000 courses globally having already group of five. Come join the fun! coming back for more. need to register first) or through the . If booking online, adopted it. click on the “Golf Bookings” tab on the front page of the club For telephone golf bookings or further information, please call Our FootGolf layout is located on the golf fairway edges. Tee times are available for play from 3:30pm website. Or this shortened address will take you straight to the (07) 3376 3922. Play does not occur on the golf greens. You can bring your page: tinyurl.com/mcleodcgc-teetimes Social Golf Clubs, Sunday to Friday. Call the Golf Shop for own ball if you want, or hire one of ours. Footwear should please phone (07) 3376 3666 to arrange be comfortable – running shoes or trainers are ideal – but bookings on (07) 3376 3666. For more your day. absolutely no cleats or studs are allowed. details, see www.mcleodgolf.com.au/footgolf

42 43 Clubhouse & Bistro

Make no mistake, the 19th at McLeod Country Golf Club is right up there with the 18 spectacular holes that preceded it!

Molly McCathran Ashdown - Photographer www.adella.potography | [email protected] | +61 423 704 745 With great views, a genuinely warm, friendly welcome and good The clubhouse bistro is open for lunch every day. There is dining company, it’s an experience not to be missed. on Friday nights, often with free accompanying entertainment – the perfect way to welcome in the weekend! You don’t have to be a golfer to enjoy the facilities and camaraderie of the club. McLeod Country Golf Club is about If you enjoy the catering, the service and the ambiance, imagine bringing people together in a fun, enjoyable and relaxing what a great location it could be to celebrate a special occasion. atmosphere. The clubhouse has dedicated function facilities (Westlake The superbly-appointed clubhouse lounge is the perfect place Room) for weddings, conferences, seminars and group for golfers to relax after their round. Have a chat over a beer or meetings, which is supported by a bar and range of catering a glass of wine and take in the delightful views. services to accommodate any function, small or large. Add to that a team of dedicated staff who pride themselves on the personal touch where nothing is too much trouble and it’s easy to see why so many of the club’s members consider 61 Gertrude McLeod Crescent their second home!

45 Weddings, Functions & Special Occasions

With its spectacular yet convenient location just 20 minutes from Brisbane CBD, excellent clubhouse facilities and a helpful, friendly team dedicated to making your event a success, McLeod Country Golf Club represents the perfect choice for that special occasion.

Boasting a number of versatile function spaces, the club entrance, facilities and bar, plenty of complimentary off-street offers options to suit every event, be it a wedding, birthday parking and a balcony that runs the length of the room and is milestone, reunion, engagement, anniversary or retirement perfect for that break out space or to re-charge your batteries celebration, wake, sports club presentation, Melbourne Cup over lunch, drinks or canapés. Day celebration, school ball, community lecture, meeting, AGM, For many years, McLeod Country Golf Club has proven to be corporate seminar, conference, development day, product a venue of choice for weddings and special occasions and is launch, team building day, Christmas party, or high tea. equally sought-after as a host for corporate functions. The venue is sure to impress your guests and provides a If you have been looking for somewhere with that wow factor magnificent backdrop for those treasured photos which will then your search is over! Surrounded by an oasis of green, the help you remember that special day. club is blessed with the perfect setting for that memorable The clubhouse provides a great multi-use venue for all your event such as a spectacular outdoor wedding – the outdoor wedding, special function and conference needs. Various spaces garden area makes a fantastic space for outdoor functions. are available, including a private Board Room – which is perfect The perfectly manicured garden area is the ideal location to say for meetings – right up to the club’s largest function room. “I Do” and for taking those precious family photos. Add a pop The Westlake Room is a fantastic pillar-less room with superb up bar and the area becomes the perfect party location for your views of the surrounding golf course and lakes. Enjoy a private guests while they wait for photos.

46 47 Golf buggies can be provided to ferry the wedding party around the course for those special photos that are sure to be treasured forever. Looking for something truly extra special? Then why not consider arriving for the big day by helicopter. It can be Golf days & More arranged! Attentive, experienced and friendly staff are on hand to Corporate Opportunities take all the stress out of co-ordinating your important day and turning it into a memorable experience, so function hosts can relax and soak up the delightful views or spend quality time with their guests. The club’s passionate caterers select only the finest local Golf is great for team building and McLeod Country Golf Club makes the perfect setting for golf produce available and create the most delectable dishes, days of all sizes. Whether a gathering of golfing friends looking to enjoy a fun competition, or a tailored to suit your event. larger corporate group looking to impress their clients, McLeod makes the perfect choice. McLeod Country Golf Club has hosted many wedding receptions successfully, so rest assured everyone will go above and beyond to provide you with the day of your dreams! Corporate Golf Days at McLeod Country Golf Club provide an Food options can be viewed in more detail in the Corporate Golf If you wish to learn more, visit the club website, www. ideal opportunity to combine a love of golf and business in a Days brochure that can be downloaded from our website, www. mcleodgolf.com.au. Please click on the Make an Enquiry relaxed atmosphere and create a truly memorable event for all mcleodgolf.com.au. button in the bottom right-hand corner of the page, concerned. Want to skip the meetings and move straight onto golf? McLeod answer a few key questions such as date, number of With a highly-regarded golf course and club set in a stunning can cater for all your golfing needs with equipment and buggy guests, event time of day, food options you are interested location, a menu selection that features choice, quality and hire available. Choose from 9 or 18-hole golf options. in and someone from the club will contact you. value and staff dedicated to making your day a success, we Don’t think your group is ready to go on course or needs a Should you have something special in mind, McLeod believe we tick all the boxes for golf day hosts. refresher lesson? Then try a group golf lesson conducted by our Country Golf Club offers flexibility and can tailor any McLeod is centrally located within 15 km of the city centre, with resident Professional. package to suit your requirements. easy access to the Western Freeway, Ipswich Road and Logan For something extra special, have our Professional play in your McLeod’s event planner is available to help you put your Motorway. corporate golf day like in a Pro Am. Or set up a novelty hole with special day together with a minimum of fuss. Contact the Various formats for golf and varying styles of catering are the Pro playing your shot for you or challenge your group to event team on (07) 3376 3666 and leave it to the experts available, from small team get-togethers of 12 players up to beat the Pro for the chance to win a prize! to help organise your day and take the stress out of 144 players and full sit-down meals in the club’s function room. planning the perfect wedding celebration or other special event.

48 49 Those looking for the full corporate day experience can start their day with breakfast and meetings, then move on course – perhaps with a boxed lunch – before wrapping up with a How to presentation dinner. The Westlake Room, our private function room, can be set up Find Us for registrations or after-game presentations. For those looking for something more intimate then our Boardroom with seating We have a range of corporate sponsorship for 10 could be the choice for you. opportunities available including: Other opportunities exist for corporate clients wishing to • Naming rights McLeod Country Golf Club is located in Mount Ommaney, just 14km south-west partner with us. The club has excellent facilities available to hire of Brisbane CBD and easily reached via the Centenary Highway. for team building sessions or business meetings, complete with • Tee Signage Wifi and modern audio-visual equipment to enable you to get • Clubhouse Signage that presentation point across. • In-house consumer promotions McLeod also has various corporate sponsorship packages Directions: Contact Information available that will provide excellent exposure to a captive • Exclusive signage around the putting green From Ipswich/Logan: Take the Sumners Park exit off the McLeod Country Golf Club golfing audience. • Fixture book advertising Centenary Highway and continue left on to Sumner Rd 61 Gertrude McLeod Crescent • signage then move to the right lane. At the traffic lights turn right on to Dandenong Rd. At the next traffic lights turn left on to Mount Ommaney 4074 • Sand bucket signage Horizon Drive. Turn right on to Gertrude McLeod Crescent Phone: (07) 3376 3666 All our corporate sponsors receive exclusive benefits. (third street on right), the golf club is on the right. Some of these include corporate memberships, Email: [email protected] From Brisbane City: Follow the Centenary Highway to the complimentary function room hire, golf cart Mount Ommaney exit. Take the third exit at the roundabout. Website: w use, complimentary tournament invitations and At the lights turn left into Dandenong Road. At the third set complimentary rounds of golf. Social Media: Keep up to date with all the latest news from the of traffic lights turn right on to Horizon Drive. Take the third club by liking us on Facebook and following us on Twitter. For all corporate sponsorship inquiries please street on the right, Gertrude McLeod Crescent, the golf club contact us by phone: (07) 3376 3666 or email: is on the right. facebook.com/mcleodgolfclub [email protected]. twitter.com/mcleodgolf

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