General Managers Message
 Allan Botha – General Manager

Hello Members,

Another week has flown by, and it's exciting to see the continued interest in our incredible new clubhouse. We've received several new enquiries recently, including interest in hosting a birthday party and an Omokoroa community event.

And why wouldn't people want to use this fantastic facility? Just look at our beautiful bar area and taps! It's easy to imagine catching up with friends after your round while enjoying a cold one poured fresh from the tap. The clubhouse is quickly becoming a venue that our entire community can be proud of.

AGM – Reminder

Our Annual General Meeting has been scheduled for:

25 August 2026 
New Clubhouse

Nominations will close for the following positions on 26 July 2026:

• Board Members
• President
• Club Captain

so, if you are considering putting your name forward or would like to nominate someone, please ensure your nomination is submitted before the closing date.

Course Traffic Management Trial

The ropes installed around our greens to help direct cart traffic away from sensitive areas are proving successful in keeping carts where they should be. However, we've received some feedback that they're having an unintended effect on the occasional running shot—or "worm burner"—whether intentional or otherwise!

The current rope is quite thick, and when a low-running ball meets it, the rope tends to stop the ball in its tracks.

In response to member feedback, we're trialling a couple of alternatives:

• A smaller diameter rope in front of the 9th green
• A painted line in front of the 18th green

These trials will help us determine the best solution for protecting the greens while minimising interference with play.

I'd love to hear your feedback once you've had a chance to experience the changes. Please let us know what works best from a golfer's perspective.

Stroke Index Changes

The proposed stroke index changes have now been accepted and submitted to Golf New Zealand for processing.

Thank you to everyone who provided input during the review process. We'll keep you informed and let you know as soon as the changes are officially implemented.

Thank you all for your ongoing support of the club. It's great to see the enthusiasm around our new facilities and the continued willingness of members to provide constructive feedback as we keep improving the club experience.

See you around the clubhouse and on the course.

Club Notices

• Course Toilets

Please note that the course toilets near the 13th tee will be temporarily closed for maintenance. Temporary toilet facilities will be installed in the area for your convenience while this work is carried out.

• AGM & Club Officers Nominations 
  Please remember to nominate for board positions, Club Captain and Club President, your involvement helps shape the future of the club. Nomination forms available in the office.
  • AGM – 25 August 2026
  • Nominations close 26 July 2026
• Banking Details 
  If you haven’t already done so, please update your banking details—information is available below.
  • • OMOKOROA GOLF CLUB INCORPORATED 
    • 06-0433-0719037-00
• Charity Status Reminder

A friendly reminder that Omokoroa Golf Club Incorporated is now a registered charity (CC64541) and an approved donee.

This means your support goes even further:

Individuals can claim a 33.33% tax credit on donations over $5

Businesses can claim tax deductions on donations and sponsorships

If you’d like more information on how to donate or claim, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

• Safety Reminder

Please remember that the fenced-off construction area is strictly out of bounds. This is an active worksite, and safety is essential. We appreciate everyone respecting these boundaries

• Golf Cart Concession Cards (Members Only) 
  Now available:
  • 9-Hole Card: $200 for 10 rounds (save $50)
  • 18-Hole Card: $300 for 10 rounds (save $50)

Take advantage of these great savings next time you're out on the course.

Thank you all again for your continued support and participation—it’s what makes our club such a great place to be.

See you on the course.

Matariki

9 Hole Ladies
Jacqui Kerr

A very chilly start to the day on Thursday but the weather warmed up and some very good scores were achieved.

Margaret Griffiths headed the field with a 25 Stableford points followed by Shirley Johnstone on 22, Janet Burmeister 21, Shona McRae 20 and Debbie Hardaker and Robyn Lusby on 19.

9 Hole Men
Fred Hartley

Thursday 2^nd July - Round No 3 Nett, Shootout and PuttingTrophies

Front Nine  
Lawson Stewart       35 nett
Tom Hansen             37
Bruce Baggenstos   38
Rusty Hyland            38

Putting
Kevin Bowick       15 putts

Back Nine
Jorg Burgi               35 nett
Frank Lamborne    35
Allan Hoskins         36
Murray Telfer         36

Putting 
Frank Lamborn       15 putts
Paul Spittle               15 putts

Next week:  Stableford – Three Tees

OGC Green Fingers

These next two months are the ideal time for planting.  You will see that the 2^nd Tee garden has now been planted.  Plant species are Leptospermum ‘KeatleyII (Tee Tree) down the centre and Cockianum flaxes on the cart path edges.

The status of this garden has been changed from ‘Hazard’ to ‘Ground under Repair’.  Please take relief as per GUR rules.  Please Do not attempt to hit your ball from the newly planted garden.

A big thank you to Swampy for making the stakes for the Leptosperum, to Murray Wharton for using his trusty post hole borer to dig over 100 holes and to the GF team, Jacquie, David, Jenny and Sue.

You may notice a little red Tuk Tuk in the photos.  Her name is ‘RUBY’, she is an EV.  She is owned by Omokoroa Environmental Management Incorporated (OEMI). Green Fingers Group have been accepted as a member to this group.  OEMI are proactive in all matters in enhancing biodiversity and a clean, beautiful native environment within Omokoroa.  Membership to OEMI means GF group have access to additional equipment, funding through community grants and human resource support for large projects.  Membership also raises awareness of OGC’s contribution to the Omokoroa’s natural environment.

Planting around the clubhouse and new carpark is set to begin the week of 13^th July, weather permitting.  If you have not already contacted me and would like to be involved with planting please txt me on 027 2235246.  There are both light and medium effort tasks available.

Lynda Smith

Green Fingers Coordinator