7^th Hole (Temporary Par 3)

The new Boardwalk from 7^th green to the 8^th Tee should be commencing on 11^th October, and should be completed in approximately 6 weeks, (weather permitting). Nathan will be setting up a temporary Par 3 green on the 7^th fairway. There will be signage to remind players to add 1 more shot to their score from 11^th October.

At the same time the contractor will also be fixing the drainage along the 8^th fairway. The Men’s Tee blocks on the 8^th Tee will be moved to the fairway where the Ladies Tee is currently located.

Kaimai Shield Trophy @ Morrinsville GC. (10^th October)

This 18 hole annual interclub event for Omokoroa, Omanu, Morrinsville and Walton will be held at Morrinsville GC on 10^th October. We are looking for 12 men and 8 Women who are keen to make a trip to Morrionsville GC to defend our winning in 2019. Entry Sheet @ the office so please put your name down if you are keen to participate. $15 Entry Fee per person, 9:30am for 10am shotgun start. Individual Stableford, NTP, Longest Drive and combined team scoring for the Kaimai Shield Trophy.

Some challenging Par 3 holes but overall, a lovely golf course and friendly members. You may be able to get a chance to take a photo with/atop of a life-sized cow (named Lydia Kow) that stands at the gate of Morrinsville GC.

Twilight (6^th October)

Thanks to the 19 Pairs who have registered for Twilight golf.

Jarrod will be providing 2 dinner menus and it will be announced next week. There will also be Live music on 6^th October to kick start the Twilight season.

If you are new to the club and needed a partner for this tournament, don’t hesitate to ring me on (07) 5480918 or put your name down on the Entry list and I will find you a golf partner.

Annan Law Saturday Men’s Club Day

Well after many weeks we have completed the Club Strokeplay Championships and the worthy winners found. The Senior Champion is Tyler King with Steven Wallace in 2nd and Denne Stewart in 3rd place. In the Intermediates, Ash Pennell lead through all four rounds and comfortably won from Darren Tumai and Jim Dunseath. The Junior division was keenly fought with Ian Duncalf winning from Jonathon Lewis and Gerald Scantlebury. George Griffin came out on top in the Presidents Grade with Swampy Marsh in 2nd place and Ross Gunn 3rd. Congratulations to you all. The winners and runners-up qualify to play in the Grand Slam Cup at the end of the year.

This Saturday we play the first round of the Captains Trophy which is the best 3 out of 4 stableford rounds. In the qualifying for the A-One Kitchens and Interiors Shootout we have 5 rounds left so fill your boots men!

This week’s results

Lovely weather for both Saturday and Tuesday play. How unusual!

Sat 18 Sept: Dawn Rumney 40, Gail Nicholls 38. 2s for Zoe Baguley-Skayman and Debbie Clark

Tues 21 Sept: Martina Keir 42, Linley Jamieson-Hill 41. 2s for Rose Thompson, Sue Waller and Martina Keir. Nearest the pin Dawn Rumney.

Bay of Plenty Interzone

We are hosting this BOP two-day women’s teams event next Monday and Tuesday. 11 of our

Omokoroa ladies are playing in the field of 48, a four ball on Monday and singles on Tuesday. The usual Tuesday ladies haggle is still on and players will follow the Interzone field from 8.45. Please book online as usual.

Spring Fling Tournament

The field is filling fast with 26 teams already booked. Here’s hoping for no Covid hiccups before

Tuesday 19 October.

The Week Ahead

Next Wednesday’s Vet’s competition is a mixed stableford comp. and the next round of the Shootout qualifying rounds.

The Week just been

Yay … fine weather and some great scores. The Grandma and Grandpa trophies have finally been completed. Ian will announce the winners this coming Wednesday. A special thanks to Classic Builders for their contribution to this week’s prize pool.

Contribution to Course Improvements

The ragged Red Robin hedge down the pathway to the 10th tee is to be removed and replanted, and the unruly garden under the sponsors kiosk at the top of the path replanted. The Vet’s committee has agreed to fund the project and monies have been transferred to the Club’s account for the purchase of Camellia shrubs and other assorted plants.

Events coming up

Events that will interest people are.

- 29 September Vet’s Club Day and a mixed stableford comp.

- 4 October, Men’s Omokoroa Country Estate Quad’s, Omokoroa. The entry form is in the Men’s locker room. A few vacancies still exist.

- 13 October, Vet’s AGM

- 17-18-19 November, 3-day mixed pairs, Match play, Omokoroa

Vet’s Annual General Meeting

The Vet’s Annual General Meeting will be held on 13 October 2021 after Club Golf concludes for the day. Notices announcing the AGM, and nomination forms for Committee positions have been posted in the Men’s and Ladies locker rooms.

New Members

If you are a new member of our Golf Club reading this newsletter – Welcome. If you want to play Vet’s Golf and haven’t done so yet, give me a call on 02102242799 or email me at vetsgolfomokoroa@gmail.com