The weather has played its part in making it a quiet week on the course this week.  But off the course there is plenty going on! 

COVID
The big news is the COVID policy for the country and club has changed.  The requirement for the vaccine passes to utilise the course and retail space has been removed.  After April 4 the vaccine pass will not be required in the clubhouse either.  We do have to maintain distancing and wear masks in the clubhouse as we currently do.

One thing I'd really like to ask everyone is that they are very welcoming for anyone coming back to the club who may have been unable to play since our policy was introduced.  Lets show what a truly friendly club we really are!

Carts
We have been very lucky in that until this week we have only had to close the course once this year so far, and only had to close for carts on one other occasion. 
Unfortunately the last couple of days we have been unable to allow carts on the course.  This decision is made by the greenkeepers and is not made lightly.  There are many factors that are considered when we make that call, and Nathan prides himself on having the course open as often as he can.  Your understanding is appreciated.  If you have any questions, please talk to me or our course convener, Colin Gee.

Autumn Foursomes
Just a reminder that we are hosting this national event next Monday-Wednesday.   Remember, we do have the passport rate available if you want to enjoy another course in the Bay, but you will need to book with them. 

Coring
Our annual coring week is scheduled for 4-8 April.  There are some projects being completed, and we do need some able-bodied volunteers please.  The big job is to pick up the cores from the green.  So if you are fit and strong and have a bit of time it would be great to have your help.  I will give you more details next week.

Annan Law Saturday Men's Club Day

This Saturday the Club Matchplay Finals will be held, with the Seniors, Intermediates and Juniors all playing over 36 holes. The C-Grade final between Wayne Radonich and Mark Sharrock will be an 18 hole competition.

In the other divisions;  Seniors - Denne Stewart plays Ken Holyoake, 

                                       Intermediates - Don Howard plays Wayne Smith

                                       Juniors- Dale Courtney plays Martin Jordan

To all the Finalists we congratulate you all and hope you all play well. The winners will get their names on the honours board which is a goal of many members. 

The Haggle divisions will be as for the blue tees and white tees handicaps.

Lucky Member Draw

This Saturday we will have a lucky draw of $250 for a member who played in the haggle or Matchplay Finals. You do have to be in the Clubhouse for prize giving to claim the cash. 

Pennants Interclub

This Sunday our Championship Team and Juniors have byes. The Intermediate section are playing at our Club on Sunday morning against Fairview. They are back in the running to make the playoffs after a 9-0 win against Omanu last week. Good luck boys!

As expected the wet conditions were too much for most of today’s contenders with only a handful showing up ready to play.
Those of us who were willing to brave the high risk of rain set off for a regular round of Stableford. 9 players in total sallied forth after a few late scratchings.
Playing conditions weren’t the best but at least the course was playable.
We all enjoyed a good round of golf even if conditions were a bit damp underfoot. Nothing like a good dowsing of rain to clear the air!

We gather again next week, same time, same place on Thursday 31st to play Split Sixes, the format will be Stableford.

Hoping that the weather improves by then.