Wednesday 22nd July, 2020 HOWLONG NEWS CLUB CHAMPION - TRAVIS MERRITT

Pictured (above): Men’s Golf Club Champion, Travis Merritt holding the Hilton Nicholas Trophy with his personal trophies for Club Champion and A Grade Men’s Champion FROM PRESIDENT SUE VAN DE VEN Hello Members, as I said in my first email to you, considerate country folks in these challenging nothing is ever as dark as it seems, and our times. lights are still on and shining bright. This is also evident in the efforts of our staff for Through the initiative of our General Manager, their contribution, in looking after the health Dee Healey, we have been able to fill more and welfare of our members and guests. All rooms of our Resort accommodation with the staff that are working at the club at the moment visiting NSW Police who are on duty at our are employed under the Government Job border crossing. After meeting and talking with Keeper initiative, and in these times, we some of them on Friday night, I could not be sometimes don’t appreciate our staff as much, prouder to be a local of Howlong. They said so I ask that you be mindful of the efforts they “they would love to live here” and that is due to are making, and please extend them the same all those locals who made them feel welcome. courtesies as our guests. So, congratulations to all of you out there for your efforts in making them feel welcome and There were 87 starters in the Men’s Club keep up the great effort of being kind and Championships, which fortunately had

(02) 6026 5321 | www.howlonggolf.com.au | [email protected] FROM PRESIDENT - SUE VAN DE VEN (CONT’D) completed 36 holes prior to the new restrictions. This enabled our Captain, Rob Forrest with the Director of Golf, Tim Cameron, and the Joint Golf Committee of Vice Captain Helen Foster, Di Tyrell-Miller and Ian Williams, to finalise the results for the championships. They also adjusted the Golf program in accordance with the ever changing restrictions, to keep us golfing safely. Thank you team, and keep up the great work.

Congratulations to all the winners of the Men’s Golf Club Championships and to our 2020 Club Champion ,Travis Merritt.

The Ladies Golf Club Championship hadn’t started before the border closure so have been postponed to a date to be advised. Pictured (above): With the release of the latest advice on travel restrictions, the Club is unable President, to allow Victorian members, guests or visitors to travel over the river to play Sue van de Ven golf, bowls or croquet or socialise at the Club.

The Board has received many suggestions, recommendations, and comments about proposed fees for 20/21. The Board is mindful of the current environment and all comments will be taken into consideration when we make our recommendations to the AGM.

Our AGM is currently scheduled for Monday 31st August at 6pm. As previously communicated by email to members, in-person pre-polling for members who will be unable to attend the AGM is planned to open on Tuesday 25th August. Details will be forthcoming along with copies of the Annual Report.

It is also great to see the bowlers back in the swing or should I say on a roll again, and croquet being played daily in some cases to give everyone the opportunity to play a game.

We’re looking for volunteers to assist with the organisation of our next season of Charity Bowls. This commences in Spring with some preparation needed before the season re-commences. If you are interested in assisting, please contact Bowls Manager, Brad Blanchard, leave your details at the Clubhouse office, or email to [email protected].

Pictured: (left) Paul and Shandell with their daughter, Ella Rose and (right) Jamee and Grant’s son, Colton Francis FROM PRESIDENT - SUE VAN DE VEN (CONT’D) The beauty in our gardens around our club and bowling greens will continue to remind us of our Life Member Melba Steinke. Melba passed away recently, but she will always be with us and we are thankful for the foundations she laid for us.

Congratulations go to two staff members who have recently welcomed a baby into their family. Paul and Shandell welcomed Ella Rose on Thursday 4th June at 1:35pm, weighing 3kgs. Jamee and Grant welcomed Colton Francis on Friday 10th July at 4:05pm, weighing 3.43kg. Both Ella and Colton and mums Shandell and Jamee are doing well.

Take care and Stay Safe.

Sue van de Ven - President

LADIES GOLF

Pictured (L-R): Saturday Monthly Medal winners Heather Sarau, Colleen O’Keefe and Di Tyrell-Miller

Hi again! Saturday Monthly Medal Recipients March - Heather Sarau Well it has certainly seemed like a long time June - Colleen O’Keefe since we have shared information about golfing July - Di Tyrell-Miller activities in a Club newsletter at Howlong. Wednesday Monthly Medal Recipients Everyone has been involved in activities that March - Eve Byatt have required a relaxed pace, slow and June - not played steady, no hurry, whether cleaning, gardening, July - Glenda Hoskin reading, sewing or creating art. Everyone seems to be slowly emerging back into the world of Congratulations to all and well done. frustration - trying to hit that little devil of a white ball again! Please be patient and bear with the organisers of golf during this time of much change. With the "Now I will stop playing seriously ever changing restrictions as a result of the Covid and seriously play golf!" -19 pandemic, changes are flowing through to golf. This is a very serious time in our lives and A monthly medal for Saturday Ladies has been we need to be mindful and aware of the risks introduced this year beginning in March until and problems associated with this pandemic. November.

LADIES GOLF (CONT’D)

Pictured (L-R): Wednesday Monthly Medal winners Eve Byatt and Glenda Hoskin

Our program booklet will be followed but some Temporary Local Covid-19 Rules regarding changes may occur with the type of game that is flags, bunkers and scorecards are to remain in being played depending on the circumstances place until further notice, as per the decision prevailing. In this regard it was decided at our recent made at the recent joint golf committee joint golf committee meeting, that due to the current meeting. uncertainty we would revert back to Stableford Medleys for each day but normal men’s and Competitions and Tournaments in August women’s competition will occur on Saturdays. We 16th - Hay did this to allow for maximum numbers on the 19th - Howlong - ENZED 27 Hole Tournament course, and given the current uncertainty will leave 31st - this in place until at least the end of July. Competitions and Tournaments in September Please Note, at the end of July we will review the 2nd - Qualifier for 4BBB Matchplay which was due to be 10th - held on 12th August. If needed we will move to a 13th - Hilston later date. 14th, 15th, 16th - RWGA Open Championships Deniliquin Pink on the Green info and entries will be out at the 14th - Wodonga end of August. 17th - Jubilee 23rd - Coolamon It was very disappointing to have to postpone the 25th - Tarrawingee Championships to a date, to be determined. Given 28th - Thurgoona the circumstances at hand at the time, it was really the only decision we could make. In all likelihood it Competitions and Tournaments in October will be warmer when we re-schedule. 16th - Mansfield 29th - Myrtleford Competitions It has been decided by the Women’s Committee to Competitions and Tournaments in November hold only local competition in 2020, such as Monthly 5th - Wodonga Medal, Medal of Medals, Putting, best Stableford rounds, eclectic. Due to the many disruptions we So Ladies, while the sun is shining, let’s play have had, these comps will be played over a reduced golf! number of rounds. No life can be dreary When golf is delight Monies collected for NSW Medal, Gobblers, Goodwill Plate will be held over for next year. Di Tyrell-Miller - Ladies Golf Committee THURSDAYS

MENS GOLF Congratulations to Travis Merritt on winning the available on the Club website with Howlong Club Championship for 2020 as well as placegetters listed later in this newsletter. Runner-up Dean Jacobs. Dean has only recently joined Howlong from Rich River. After playing with A decision was made at our recent Joint him on the second day of the Championships I am Committee Meeting that Thursday will certain he will be an asset to our club. continue to be a Medley Stableford at least until December because Silver Colts shotgun I would like to congratulate all other winners of our starts will not be able to be scheduled until at unfortunately shortened Club Championship. We least then. As the majority of Thursday players are thankful that we were at least able to achieve a are Silver Colt’s we will still hold their result. A full list of winners and placegetters is Championships and Ashley Fitzsimmons 2BBB MENS GOLF (CONT’D) in conjunction with the Thursday Medley. The A full list of upcoming events is listed in the Championships will be held on 24th September and Director of Golf’s report. 1st October. The Ashley Fitzsimmons 2BBB on 29th October. The temporary Local Rules regarding flags, bunkers and scorecards was discussed at our The Howlong Vets will resume on Monday 7th recent Joint Committee Meeting and a motion September in conjunction with the 18 Hole Medley was passed to continue with these rules until event and will be a 2 tee start at 8.00 am. The tee further notice. Also at this meeting it was sheet will open 7 days prior, the same as all other decided all events except Saturday or special sheets are at this stage. On this date we will have an events would be run as Medley events until the extra $50 to distribute in prizes thanks to the Border is re-opened, to maximise our numbers. NSWVGA. The Howlong Vets will be held on the 5th of October and the 9th of November also in Rob Forrest - Golf Captain conjunction with the Medley event. COURSE UPDATE

Pictured: Left: row of Pencil Pines on the back of the 16th green before their removal, right: after removal

It is the time of the year where the course is prone Pencil Pines at the back of the 16th green to to becoming wet in some heavily shaded tree lines. open up the view across the water. This species We ask cart users to be selective on where they drive was never intended to grow as large as it did, to avoid visible dampness and obey signs and ropes which subsequently put extra stress on the which are put out to protect the course and stone retaining wall holding them in position minimise winter damage from occurring. and compromising its structural integrity.

Members and guests are also asked to pay extra The Conifers surrounding the 15th/18th tees attention to repairing pitch marks on greens and were also removed to open up the area and repairing divots to ensure conditions better for declutter the tees. These stumps will be ground everyone. out in time. Other doglegs have been opened up to reduce the penalty and allow better The ground staff team have been carrying out some movement. targeted tree trimming as per recommendations from Course Architect Richard Chamberlain. A Other winter jobs the Ground staff and Course Enhancement Plan was prepared by Richard volunteers have been undertaking is tree in February, after he was on site for two days, for trimming to limb up low lying branches, weed works to be conducted in-house and by contractors control in all areas and under trees, Kikuyu for the future betterment of the Golf Course and its eradication in fairways & tees and levelling surrounds. We look forward to implementing various bunker bases and sand removal from faces. changes as budgetary requirements allow. Our first minor change was to remove the row of Paul Irvine - Course Superintendent MENS BOWLS

Pictured: Kel Smith (left) and David Smith (centre) rolling some beauties. Phil Slater and John Boyd (right) with their winning smiles.

Welcome back to some form of normality during the season is planned for January through to April. Covid-19 pandemic. It’s really pleasing to see so The Club have entered three sides this year so many bowlers, old and new, having a roll-up. May there is room for everyone with names this continue. required to be in by mid-August if possible so we know where we stand with maybe a chance Remember to follow our hygiene protocols and write for practice games. your name in the mat cupboard every time you visit the bowls rinks, whether to play or watch. This will A general note, always keep an eye on the assist if contact tracing is needed. Bowls Notice Board for all your information and news. If you have anything you would like in- Club events that have been put on the back-burner cluded in the newsletter, please pass on to are now back with a vengeance. The singles Club your match committee. Championships has reached the finals stage and the Pairs finals were played on Wednesday 15th July. See you all on the greens. Good luck to all those who are involved. Phil Slater – Committee Member Congratulations to John Boyd and Phil Slater (skip) who pipped Kel Smith and David Smith (skip) at the post, taking out the Howlong Men’s Bowls Club Pairs Championship Finals. Many beautiful bowls were rolled during the gruelling three and a half hour match which culminated in the score of 22 to 21.

Consistency and Sets events have started and are in the early stages. Congratulations to all bowlers who have entered – a record number for quite some time. A new event called the Bowls Managers Pairs has started on Saturdays with play from 1pm. If you are not playing you are welcome to come down for a fun afternoon.

The Men’s Triples have changed format to include all players being men, women and juniors. Take a look at the Bowls Notice Board for more information. An open draw should make it an interesting event.

Also on the Bowls Notice Board is a form to find out who is interested in playing pennant. Remember, men and women are playing together this year. The MEET ETHAN This is a continuation of a series of interviews where you can learn a little about some of our team members and junior players. Take a look at the other profile later in this newsletter.

Pictured: Ethan Sorensen at the Presentation night for Hilton Nicholas Scholarship recipients

Ethan is one of the younger recipients of the Hilton Nicholas Foundation Scholarships provided to selected junior golfers.

Q - What do you like most about golf? A - Meeting friends, playing competitions and improving my golf.

Q - What was your favourite book toy or outfit when you were younger? Why was it your favourite? A - My golf uniform from Jordan Spieth that I got Pictured: Shannon Wallis (back left) and Ethan at the Australian Open which I was able to attend Sorensen (front left) with Matt Jones holding due to support from the Howlong MyGolf the Cup just as he walked off the green at the program and Howlong Local Thrifty Store. Australian Open.

My Godfather, Shannon Wallis was caddying for Matt Jones who won that year. I love the photo Q - Which one would you want most - flying of Matt, Shannon and I with Matt holding the cup cars, robot housekeepers, or moon cities? just after he walked off the green! Why? A - Flying cars because they will make it Q - You’re happiest when? easier to travel and I like the car in the A - I am playing sport and when I’m with my movie Back to the Future. family and friends. Please say hello to Ethan and encourage him Q - Where would you like to travel to? with his golf when you next see him on A - Western (to go fishing) and course or in the Clubhouse. Queensland.

LADIES BOWLS We were all very sad to learn that our dear friend Melba Steinke had passed away. Melba had been a member of the Howlong Golf Women’s Bowling Club since 1977, and had served, not only as our President but also as a Vice-President of the District Women’s Bowling Association. Vale Melba.

It is hoped that everyone has managed to cope with the stress experienced in coping with the Corona virus.

A meeting of RDWBA Delegates was held at Lavington Bowling Club on 6th July. Unfortunately, neither Secretary Margaret nor Vice-President Eileen were able to attend Pictured: Melba Steinke because, on the day, both were unwell. However, District Secretary Elaine Shipard has emailed Secretary Margaret copies of all papers  Notice of RDWBA Annual General Meeting to be delivered, as well as Minutes of the meeting. held at on 24th August.

Four Notices received from Elaine that have The RDWBA Delegates’ Meeting Minutes have been placed on our Notice Board are: been carefully perused and Secretary Margaret has  Open Pairs Championship to be held at prepared a paper showing items of interest and Commercial - commencing 4th August placed this on the Notice Board for perusal by  Senior Pairs Championship to be held at members. Commercial – commencing 4th August  Singles Championship to be held at Margaret Crichton, Secretary. Commercial – commencing 18th August. FROM OUR DIRECTOR OF GOLF Golf Returns in an Unusual Way brands, the ideal shoes that will keep you connected on that big drive, and the clubs that Mark Twain famously called golf “a good walk will help you shoot your new all-time low score. spoiled.” And as much as it's about getting the right clubs

for your game, it's also about having those clubs But golfers are, by nature, optimistic. Every year, properly fitted to play your best - and taking the every weekend, every day—every golfer has a precautions we need to undertake given our sense that their next round will be their best. It is current circumstance. We will beat regularly why we all keep coming back. priced Golf Box and Drummond merchandise, making our golf shop the best option to purchase Here in the Golf Shop of Howlong Golf Resort, it all your golfing needs. is the goal of the staff to help you find the fun in the game. And it doesn’t matter whether you’re Men’s Club Championships a 36-handicap or competing for the Club Champs It was unfortunate the “Championships” were - everyone can find incredible enjoyment in a curtailed to 36 holes, with, what seemed an sport that lasts a lifetime. interesting tussle at the top in all grades. Travis

Merritt (145) clinched the title of Club Champion Indeed, we recognize this year isn't like any for the third time, 3 ahead of Dean Jacobs. John other we've experienced. But the game is back Arthur (163) did the double of Senior and Super and playing a course like Howlong Golf Resort, Senior Champion, finishing 2 shots ahead of Rob and playing with friends and family - those are Forrest in both titles. the parts of golf that make us appreciate the sport even more. Members can view all results from The Men’s

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Pictured (above): Noel Stewart, Men’s Championship C Grade Winner

Pictured (above): Rob Forrest Men’s Championship B Grade Winner Golf Shop Sale 36-hole prize for the best men & ladies score. There will be the normal daily prizes, with both All men and ladies’ days being a Men & Ladies Stableford event. Bookings to be made per normal. pants & shorts 55% off

Men Enzed 27 Hole Tournament, 6th September. All men and ladies’ tops Entry forms to be released shortly. 40% off

Golf NSW Keno 2 Person Ambrose Qualifying Event (men, mixed and ladies events). Howlong Member Bookings Golf Resort Members only event held on 20th Members are reminded that tee sheets open September. Booking sheet will open Sunday seven days prior @ 6pm. 30th August at 6pm. All members must book their round, whether Men Foursome Championship & Ladies playing competition or social, prior to arriving on Foursome Championship. 27th September. course. Times have been reserved in sixsomes. Men from 1st tee 11am -11:35am. Ladies from 10th tee Walk up starts are not permitted during the 11am -11:35am. Book through the golf shop. current climate. FROM OUR DIRECTOR OF GOLF (CONT’D)

Pictured (above): Jeff Cashman, Pictured (above): John Arthur, Men’s Men’s Championship D Grade Winner Championship Senior & Super Senior Winner

Hole in Ones on Hole 2 and Nev Batt on Hole 17. Of note, eagles have been “flying” about for the ladies There have been numerous “aces” since my last with Cyn Alexander on Hole 6, Glenda Hoskin on newsletter report. Ray Reid and Ian Charles Hole 4 and Jeanette Edwards twice on Holes 9 scored theirs while we were playing non-comp and 1. rounds only. Sine we have recommenced competition 3 “aces” have been recorded, by Tim Cameron - Director of Golf Michael Hardman on Hole 17, Michael Hibberson FROM OUR DIRECTOR OF GOLF (CONT’D)

2020 Club Championship Leaderboard Grade A 1 Travis Merritt 72 73 145 2 Dean Jacobs 74 74 148 3 Jason Akermanis 84 74 158 4 Dean Connell 79 80 159 5 Dylan Pool 83 77 160 6 Deon van der Merwe 82 78 160

Grade B 1 Rob Forrest 81 84 165 2 Mark Pattinson 84 83 167 3 Des Nemeth 84 84 168 4 Craig Copeland 88 81 169 5 Geoff Bills 85 85 170 6 Wendel Reitenbach 82 88 170

Grade C 1 Noel Stewart 93 92 185 2 Chris May 96 90 186 3 Peter Smith 92 94 186 4 Garry McLaughlin 100 88 188 5 Ivor Bumbers 94 94 188

Grade D 1 Jeff Cashman 94 96 190 2 Larry Ball 93 97 190 3 Graham Ulbrick 102 95 197 4 John van Nispen 99 102 201 5 Shaun McCormack 99 104 203 FROM OUR DIRECTOR OF CROQUET

GOLF (CONT’D) Covid-19 During the last months, as with all activities, croquet play has been restricted in accordance with Covid-19 directions. Play for members and visitors has been strictly monitored by requesting all members to nominate days of play while observing distancing rules and restricting the number of members playing at any one time.

On each day of play, balls, trolleys and other equipment are sanitized before and after play, along with the wearing of disposable gloves, and with only one member at a time being admitted to the shed. At this stage these restrictions will still apply until any further advice is received to the contrary.

Verandah on the shed Following on from a grant application submitted in 2019 we were advised that the application for funds for the construction of a Pictured (above): Neville Batt, verandah had been approved. As most mem- with the ball he sunk in his hole-in-one bers would be aware the verandah has now be installed at the front southern end of the shed, 2020 Club Championship Leaderboard (cont’d) Seniors 1 John Arthur 79 84 163 2 Rob Forrest 81 84 165 3 Martin Tobin 81 85 166 4 Mark Pattinson 84 83 167 5 Allen Brown 82 85 167 6 Alex Krause 87 81 168

7 Des Nemeth 84 84 168

Super Seniors 1 John Arthur 79 84 163 2 Rob Forrest 81 84 165 3 Wendel Reitenbach 82 88 170 4 Graham Wilson 93 86 179 5 Kevin Miller 89 91 180 CROQUET (CONT’D)

Pictured (above): the croquet shed with newly installed verandah and will not only provide shelter during in Division 2 and Susanne and Doug Nielsen in inclement weather but will also provide cover Division 3. At this stage bearing in mind current from the sun during the warmer months of the Covid-19 travel restrictions between NSW and year. Sincere thanks is extended to Dee Healey the tournament will go ahead, but this and Kim Gray in progressing the original situation may well change prior to the 6th August. application and a particular vote of appreciation is also extended to Justin Clancy – state member Kim Gray for Albury. On behalf of all members of Howlong Croquet sincere thanks is extended to Kim Gray for his NEDCA vs Goulburn Valley Croquet Association support as the Board representative to croquet. The North East District Croquet Association will Kim was always available for providing valuable be competing against the Goulburn Valley on information to croquet and was at all times keen Thursday 6th August at the Numurkah Croquet to represent any matters to the Board for consid- Club in the “Best of the Best Tournament”. Play eration. commences on the day at 9:30am. The representatives from Howlong are Rod Bensley Doug Nielsen - Publicity Officer

Regular games re-commence Monday 27th July Mon | from 2pm Tue, Thur & Sat | from 10am Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your game Do you want to play in-person at the Clubhouse? We have tables and chairs set-up near the Bingo board if you would like to play. Please arrive 15 minutes early to collect your Bingo books and ensure you have a seat. Do you want to play online? See the team at the Sports Bar in the Clubhouse who will give you your Bingo books, Zoom online meeting codes and instructions (if needed) to help you log-in.

PROBUS

Our Motto is Fun, Friendship and Fellowship

We had a lovely friendly meeting on Monday 13th July followed by an optional morning tea or lunch. Members acted with great respect and care.

It was nice to be able to induct and welcome a new member, Heather Weisse. We hope you enjoy your time with us.

“Thank You” to the Staff at the Howlong Golf Resort. Their kind attention to providing us with a warm safe venue and yummy food was much appreciated. Pictured (L-R): New member, It was decided that we will continue with this new Heather Weisse being inducted meeting format for the foreseeable future and adapt by President, Col Smith PROBUS (CONT’D) as necessary. The new starting time will be 11am. The next meeting will be held at the Howlong Golf Resort on Monday 10th August followed by an optional social break in the Fairways Bistro.

We will be adapting to the fast changing rules as necessary. Please feel free to ring the numbers below to check details as it is impossible to keep track of everyone at the moment.

President Col Smith - 0488 265349 or Margaret Smith – Publicity Officer - 0448851943 or email - [email protected]

Above all stay warm! Stay Safe! Stay healthy!

BEAU & OLIVER SHINING AT COROWA

Pictured: Beau Davis, dropped 9 shots off his Pictured: Oliver Nelson , dropped 16 strokes off his handicap after playing his first competition on the handicap after recording 48 points on the Corowa Corowa Golf Course on 2nd June with a score of 42. Golf Club’s West Course on 2nd July

Hilton Nicholas Foundation scholarship recipients, Beau Davis and Oliver Nelson, have been playing well at the Corowa Golf Course. Photos and original news articles courtesy of The Corowa Free Press on 11th June and 16th July respectively. JUNIOR GOLF PENNANT

Pictured (L-R): Ethan Sorensen, Beau Davis, Oliver Nelson, Fergus Monaghan and Robbie Bailey

Congratulations to our Howlong Junior Pennant team who won on Sunday 22nd March at Thurgoona. They defeated Yarrawonga 3 games to 2. Oliver Nelson and Fergus Monaghan won their games and Robbie Bailey won on a forfeit. The boys all played Pictured (L-R): Beau Davis, well. The remainder of the pennant season has been cancelled Oliver Nelson, Fergus Monaghan due to COVID-19. and Ethan Sorensen Damien Shanahan MEET FUCHIA This is a continuation of a series of interviews Q - Which Little Miss character best describes where you can learn a little about some of our your work personality? team members and junior players. More will A - Little Miss Efficient follow in our next newsletter. Q - Which Little Miss character best describes your home life personality? A - Little Miss Energetic

Q - What do you like to do on your days off? A - Definitely not cleaning! I enjoy going to the gym, hanging out with my family and riding my horse.

Q - If your house was burning down, what is one non-living thing you would save? A - My mobile phone because that is where most things are kept, especially my photos!

Pictured: Fuchia at our beautiful light feature Q - What is your favourite holiday at the entrance to our Aroona Lounge destination? A - I have been to many countries overseas Fuchia is one of our energetic Clubhouse cleaners. but nothing beats outback Australia. I’m You have probably seen her tirelessly cleaning to currently dreaming of travelling to New implement our Covid Safe Plan. Zealand and the Kimberley’s in Western Australia. Q - What have you gained most from working at the Howlong Golf Resort? Next time you see Fuchia, please say hi. A - Great friendships. DINE-IN AT THE CLUBHOUSE OPEN FROM 10AM 7 DAYS A WEEK

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