General Managers Message
Allan Botha

Course Work Update
This week, the 10th fairway underwent a major transformation. We resowed it with couch stolon's harvested from healthy fairways on the 5th, 14th, and 18th holes. The process is fascinating:

• First, the original grass was sprayed out with glyphosate.
• Then, the soil was turned, large debris removed, and stolons harvested.
• Volunteers spread the stolons across the fairway, rolled them in, and watered them.

Now, nature takes over! In about 6–8 weeks, we hope to reopen the 10th as a par 4. A huge thank you to all the volunteers who made this possible.

P.S. If the greens are a little slower and bumpier than normal this week it is due to all the extra work carried out on the 10th Fairway.

Fence Installation on the 10th Tee

Last week, some concerns were raised about the new fence near the 10th tee. Here’s the background:

• The fence was funded by a member to improve golfers safety and reduce damage to houses on the 11th and 12th holes.
• Another fence will soon be installed on the right-hand side of the 10th tee for additional protection.

Why is this important? Since 2023, 14 insurance claims totaling $12,172.10 have been made for ball-strike damage to homes on Links View Dr and Valbrina Dr. These fences will significantly reduce such incidents and improve safety for golfers and residents alike.

Health and safety risk mitigation is a key responsibility for any golf course, and these changes align with that principle.

Other Course Changes

• Native Grass Planting: Left of the 10th green, native grasses are being planted to protect residents and add strategic challenge for longer hitters. More will be added to the right of the 10th green
• 11th Hole: The removal of the left greenside bunker and reshaping of the area follows the Course Masterplan (pages 16–17) approved by members.

• 12th Hole: The new tee box, in play for over a month, is also part of the approved masterplan (page 17).

These updates confirm that the club is operating in the best interests of members and the long-term vision for Omokoroa Golf Club.

Clubhouse Rebuild & Member Support

With Christmas approaching and the weather improving, we’re seeing more members rounds, visitors—both regulars and new faces. Our team is working hard to make everyone feel welcome:

• Office: Sandra, Sherryl, Simone, Peter, and Milla
• Bar: Matthew, Scott, Sharon, Rachel, Keith and Milla
• Course: Nathan, Shane, Mike, and volunteers KD and Colin
• Food Cart: Kelli and Brett

Despite limited facilities during the clubhouse rebuild, everyone is doing their utmost to provide great service. Thank you, members, for your patience and support during this transitional phase. Keep your eyes on the finish line—soon we’ll be back in a brand-new clubhouse with better offerings than ever before!

Weekly Member Drop-In Session

In an effort to ensure accurate information is shared and to keep communication open, I will be making myself available every Monday, starting Monday, 1 December, in the Marquee from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm.

Feel free to grab a coffee and join me to discuss any issues, concerns, or ideas you may have. If I don’t have an immediate answer for you, I will make sure to follow up as soon as possible.

Your feedback and questions are always welcome—let’s keep the conversation going!

Enjoy your golf, stay safe, and thank you for being part of Omokoroa Golf Club.

9 Hole Men
Fred Hartley

Men’s Nine Hole Golf - Thursday  27^th  November

That was a great lunch at the Oaktree on Monday, food was good and a time that was enjoyed by all. The restaurant manager did pass comment on the booking number of 42 advised but only 29 arrived………they could have easily filled the reserved empty seats on the day. Gentlemen!!!

Back to the fun in the sun on Thursday with those well-hidden holes that brought in some very close scoring at the top end.

Front Nine              Jim Avis                  29 points

                               Blair Francis            27

                               Chris Hogan            27

                               Thomas Hansen      26

Back Nine              Ken Hartley             29       points

                               Kevin Bowick           27

                               Brett Dixon              27

                               Rusty Hyland           27

Two-Club                 Denis Mason #11

Raffle  Larry Stocks, Kevin Bowick, Francois Richter-Visser.

Lucky draw              Rod McLeod….(after being                     away for 6 weeks)

Christmas tournament 11^th Dec.---The name sheet remains open until MONDAY 1^st Dec. If you still wish to play your name can still be added if you phone Allan Hoskins before the closing date. A few still have to pay the $10 fee, prizes have to be bought so confirm with Allan that you intend to pay, if that is the case.  (Allan Tel 02108646460)

Next week              Powerplay….Select three                                                 holes.

Committee             Meeting to be held after play next week (4^th Dec) to finalize tournament details.

    Fred Hartley            021 2010125

Friday Haggle
Terry Golder

28th November  67 Entries

Friday 5th Dec Cards in by 8am Shotgun start at 830am

Friday 12 Dec Special Xmas Haggle.

PaR n.z. Twilight Series Update

Full results for this weeks Twilight will be avaliable on the website this weekend.

Next week will be Stableford for Single players and Best Stableford for Pairs.

Exclusive South Africa Golf & Rugby Tour – August/September 2026

Limited to 16 people – Expressions of Interest NOW!

A once-in-a-lifetime experience combining:

• World-class golf at 6 premier courses
• African safari adventures with game drives & sundowner bush experience
• Three All Blacks vs Springboks Test Matches with premium hospitality tickets

Tour Highlights

17 nights luxury accommodation across Johannesburg, Cape Town & Stellenbosch
6 rounds of golf at top courses including Glendower, Steenberg & Pearl Valley
4 game drives at Qwabi Game Lodge
Wine discovery journey through Stellenbosch Winelands
Cultural dining experiences & Table Mountain cable car
Hospitality Suite tickets for 3 AB’s vs Springboks Tests

Dates:

21 August – 7 September 2026

Price:

• NZ$18,495 pp (twin share)
• NZ$20,495 pp (single)
  International flights not included

Spaces are GOLD – we need genuine interest ASAP!
For full itinerary or to register interest:

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