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Men’s NRDGA Pennant’s

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The nomination sheet will close this Saturday the 23rd of May.

If you wish to play Pennants this year please put your name on the sheet above the computers in the Island house.

If you are unable to make it in, please email your interest to golfcommittee@twintowns.com.au or send me a text on 0407093714

Pennants is a fun annual event that lets you play other courses for free while being a competitive team environment.

*Draw to be issued by 26th June2026
* Dates of rounds:
* Round 1: 12th July 2026
* Round 2: 19th July 2026
* Round 3: 26th July 2026
* Finals: 2nd August 2026

Men’s Captain

Patrick

Men’s 9/5/26 S/Stab

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After two long weeks of rain, the skies finally cleared, the course dried out, and Club Banora golfers could get back to what they love most—hitting the fairways! There was a real sense of excitement in the air as players dusted off their clubs, stretched out those rusty swings, and enjoyed a beautiful day of golf. The sun, the laughter, shanks, lost balls and the friendly competition all came together perfectly, making this Saturday one to remember.

Winners with HC by Division

Division 1:
James Walle emerged victorious with a score of 42 points, showing remarkable consistency across the course. Wade Elphick took the runner-up spot with 39 points, demonstrating a strong challenge throughout the round. Both players’ handicaps played a key role in keeping the competition tight and exciting.

Division 2:
Michael Byrne claimed top honors with 38 points, edging out David Haime who finished with 37 points. Both players showcased skill and strategy, making this division a thrilling contest to watch.

Rundown

  • Joseph Lehkyj (16.9) – 39
  • Charles Huff (14.4) – 37
  • Rick Downes (23.9) – 37
  • Nick Davis (15.9) – 37
  • Luke Poile (24.2) – 37
  • Phil Coles (17.2) – 36
  • Aaron Garland (8.5) – 36
  • Jack Malone (14.4) – 35
  • Steve Salter (23.3) – 35
  • Ryan Modini (8.0) – 35
  • Nathan Simpson (13.6) – 35
  • Terry Trevitt (27.2) – 35
  • John Tannahill (29.2) – 35

NTPs

  • Michael Byrne – Hole 2
  • Nathan Simpson – Hole 2
  • Charles Huff – Hole 7
  • David Haime – Hole 7
  • Bryan Penny – Hole 12
  • John Edwards – Hole 12
  • Nathan Simpson – Hole 16 – So close to a hole in one – must of been 4cms from rolling in
  • Darren Hubery – Hole 16

Pro Pin

  • Bryan Penny – $76 Pro Shop Voucher

Raffle Winners

  • Perc Dempsey – $25 Voucher
  • Wayne Muir – $25 Voucher

We will try to play our monthly medal this Saturday the 16th which will also be our 2026 Annual Club Banora match play qualifier. Make sure to put a M on your card if you want to be in the running.

This week, once again doesn’t look the best weather wise. lets all hope the rain passes quickly.

If anyone wants to give me chipping lessons, please let me know. for the life of me I cant stop shanking chips.

Men’s Captain

Patrick

Course Update 5th May – Carts on

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Golf Competition will resume starting Wednesday 6th May – Motorised scooters and carts permitted on course. Its important that everyone is aware of the course conditions and abide by the rules. The grounds staff have worked hard to get the course back to a playable condition and with the allowance of carts on course. I cant express just how much effort Brendon and the Boys have put in to get the course back up and ready for competition.

Please keep note of the following.

Preferred Lies and ALL BUNKERS are GUR

ALL CARTS MUST BE KEPT ON FAIRWAYS AND PATHS – 🚓NO EXCEPTIONS!🚓

PLEASE AVOID ALL WET AREA’S

The 18th Hole is out of play. You will play the 9th hole twice from the normal tee boxes

The fairways on the 6th, 9th, 16th, 18th have not been mowed due it still being a bit wet under foot – these will be mowed when it can be done without causing damage to the course.

The Ladies Monthly Medal – This will proceed on Thursday – Some changes to course may be fixed by then – Grounds Staff to advise Wednesday afternoon.

Thank you for all your patience. I know many of you are having golf withdrawals. My only request of each member is that you all look after the course when your playing your round.

Men’s Captain

Patrick

Course Info / Golf Program Changes

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Due to recent weather conditions, the course will be closed to golf carts until May 6th. Ongoing rainfall has left the grounds quite saturated, and water is not draining away as efficiently as we would like. This temporary measure is necessary to protect the course and maintain its quality for all players.

Our grounds staff will continue to closely monitor and assess conditions over the coming days, with a full review scheduled for next week. We will keep you updated on any changes and appreciate your understanding and cooperation in the meantime.

Men’s Saturday 2nd May – Walkers only Medley – 1 Division (Men’s Monthly Medal will be pushed back to 16th May)

Mixed Sunday 3rd May – Competition Cancelled.

Monday Vets – 4th Competition Cancelled.

Tuesday Ladies 5th – Competition cancelled.

Wednesday 6th May – Pending Approval for Carts. This will be confirmed on Tuesday afternoon.

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Thank you to Twin Towns for the practice net facilities being repaired and upgraded with net grass and nets.

Let’s hope the rain buggers off

Men’s Captain

Patrick

Course Info

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While this weather hammers the course and the course is trying to drain that excess water away, the grounds staff are out on the course giving some much needed love to those over hanging tree’s. This week they are trimming back the trees on the right hand side of the fairway / rough and aim to trim the fig tree this week on the 1st / 10th hole. The plan over the next few weeks is that the ground staff will be cutting back a lot of those over hanging limbs. For those people who hit the fairway off the tee this will be good news and you shouldn’t be blocked off to the green while being on the fairway. Please be patient, the grounds staff will doing this over time and hole by hole.

You will also notice the new nearest to the pin (NTP) letter box’s on course. The old ones were in needed of replacing and will be installed this week. Please note the location of the 2nd / 11th NTP letter box will change. The new location will be behind the toilets on the path side. All other NTP letter boxes will remain in the same locations.

The hedges on the 9th tee block will be trimmed down as well as the Men’s 15th Tee block from the blue markers.

A big shoutout to Brandon and the Boys for being out there in the horrid conditions trying to bring back the course to a playable state and to get those carts back on course ASAP. Much appreciated Gents and thank you for your hard work.

Please keep checking the blogs for updates on course conditions and changes to competitions.

Men’s Captain

Patrick

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WED MEN’s S/Stableford 22/4

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Good turn out today with 74 in the field. the course offered plenty of run on the fairways and some very interesting and diabolical pins.

Winners with HC by Division

Division: Div 1

  • Winner: Greg Morrison (17) – Total: 38
  • Runner-Up: Michael Walsh (16) – Total: 38

Division: Div 2

  • Winner: Vince Robshaw (31) – Total: 40
  • Runner-Up: Kenneth Davey (26) – Total: 37

Rundown

  • Warwick Self (22) – Total: 37
  • Robert Sheppard (17) – Total: 37
  • Shane Vanderlight (10) – Total: 36
  • David Mills (17) – Total: 36
  • Phil Cook (14) – Total: 35
  • Jared Brown (9) – Total: 35
  • John Faust (11) – Total: 34
  • Les Browning (12) – Total: 34
  • Brian Britton (30) – Total: 34
  • Joseph Lehkyj (14) – Total: 34
  • Wayne Stone (19) – Total: 34
  • Ken Wood (28) – Total: 34

NTPs

  • Bill Mann – Hole 1
  • Michael Walsh – Hole 2
  • Bill Mann – Hole 7
  • Kenneth Davey – Hole 7
  • Bill Mann – Hole 12
  • Rodney Jackson – Hole 12
  • Greg Morrison – Hole 16
  • Mark Jessop – Hole 16
  • Cem Okan – Hole 11

Pro Pin

  • Bill Mann – Pro Shop Voucher $69

Raffle Winners

  • Brent McLennan – $75 Raffle Voucher

A big shoutout to Paul Quinlin for running the end of day admin duties

Fingers crossed this rain wont hang around for long. Just remember no men’s comp this saturday. There are some slots availble in the mixed sunday comp and Dave’s Vets on monday.

Captain

Patrick

SAT 18/4/26 MEN’s Stableford

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Winners by Division

Division 1 saw Trevor Neil (16) take top honours with a solid 40 points, narrowly edging out Paul Pochodyla (10) who matched the score but settled for runner-up. Unlucky Paul, another solid round of golf.

In Division 2, Perc Dempsey (30) claimed victory with 38 points, while John Tannahill (30) followed up with 36 points to secure second place.

Rundown

  • Brendon Marshall (11) – 39
  • Nick Davis (16) – 37
  • Kyle Harrison (16) – 37
  • David Haime (20) – 36
  • Walter Fisk (35) – 36
  • Gerry Martin (19) – 36
  • Patrick Hayes (10) – 36
  • Wayne Stone (22) – 35
  • Mark Stockwell (18) – 35
  • Casey Godfrey (18) – 35
  • John Maconachie (27) – 35
  • Bryan Penny (16) – 35
  • Stuart Smart (17) – 35
  • Michael Ziegler (33) – 35
  • Luke Poile (25) – 35
  • Simon Gates (17) – 35

NTPs

  • Wayne Stone – Hole 2
  • Joseph Lehkyj – Hole 2
  • Graeme Johnson – Hole 7
  • Shane Vanderlight – Hole 7
  • David Haime – Hole 12
  • Patrick Hayes – Hole 12
  • Michael Walsh – Hole 16
  • John Maconachie – Hole 16

Raffle Winners

  • Steve Wilkinson – $125 Voucher
  • Brent McLennan – $75 Voucher

Pro Pin & Raffle Winners

  • Shane Vanderlight – $80 Voucher

Shane Vanderlight winning the Pro Pin on a Saturday is already unusual—but doing it on a day when the rough is “too long” for him to normally show up? That’s next level.

Rumour has it the only reason he played was because someone told him the Pro Pin was on a hole where you don’t have to go near the rough. One swing, straight at the flag, job done… and straight back to avoiding the long grass for another few months.

Broken Driver and shanks a plently

Capt Patrick Vandershank