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J.LYLE Free day 19th September

Committee, Competition NewsPatrick TregellasLeave a comment

💛 DO IT FOR JAROD LYLE – 4 PERSON AMBROSE MEDLEY 💛

Saturday, 19th September | 8:00am Shotgun Start

Get the yellow shirts out, find something bright and cheerful, and prepare your best “that was definitely the shot we were taking” excuse — it’s time for our Do It For Jarrod Lyle 4 Person Ambrose Medley! ⛳😂

This is a FREE DAY FOR MEMBERS ONLY, with an 8:00am shotgun start, plenty of prizes up for grabs and, most importantly, a chance for us all to get behind a fantastic cause.

After the golf, we’ll be enjoying pizzas from Galileo’s Pizza 🍕 and some light refreshments — because nothing helps you forget the four-footer you missed quite like beer & pizza!

💛 LET’S BREAK OUR FUNDRAISING RECORD!

This year, we’d love to smash our previous fundraising record for Jarod Lyle’s charity.

All proceeds from the raffle will be donated, and the more money we raise, the better — because our club also goes into the draw for the chance to WIN A GOLF CART! 🏌️‍♂️🚗

We’d also love everyone to throw in a gold coin donation before the commencement of play. The golf is free, there are loads of prizes to be won, so digging around in the car console for a gold coin shouldn’t hurt too much! 😂

So grab your team, wear yellow or something bright and cheery, bring a few dollars for the raffle and come along for a brilliant day of golf, laughs, pizza and fundraising.

Let’s fill the course, have some fun and see if Club Banora can set a new fundraising record this year.

💛 DO IT FOR JARROD 💛

This event opens this Friday for bookings. Walkers are able to book in prior to this Friday. Please see staff behind the bar for a tee time. Full groups of walkers will be given preference to the holes closer to the island house.

Men’s Captain

Patrick

Vale Betty Kuskopf

CommitteePauline RyanLeave a comment

I have sad news that our retired member Betty Kuskopf has recently passed away.

Betty was a long time member having played way back in the eighties and long into the 2000’s . She served on our Ladies Committee and was a long time Treasurer.

In later years Betty became a resident of Fairways Nursing home and earlier this year moved to Brisbane to be cared for by family.

Sadly Betty passed away earlier this month and we send our sincere condolences to her family. 🌹🌹

Pauline R, Ladies Captain.

2026 Mens Club Champs Results

Committee, ResultsPatrick TregellasLeave a comment

Championship Done and Dusted

What a championship it was! There were telagraph pole being hit golf balls, players disappearing into mud swamps, and even partners who normally play together deciding to play apart — only to go out and have the games of their lives! We even had a playoff thrown into the mix. Overall a fun and entertaining day.

Despite all the recent rain, the course was in beautiful condition, and full credit has to go to Brandon and the boys in the big green shed for keeping everything looking so good.

Another championship done and dusted, and congratulations to everyone who took part.

Winners by Division

Division A – Gross: Garry Dowding took the honours with an impressive 309 (0), collecting the $100 voucher. Aaron Garland was runner-up with 312 (6) and picked up the $75 voucher.

Division A – Net: Patrick Ganet finished on top with 288 (11) to take the $75 voucher, with Michael Kemp recording 292 (7) for the $50 voucher.

Division B – Gross: John Faust claimed the division with a playoff with 352 (14) and the $100 voucher. Charles Huff also returned 353 (13) to take the $75 voucher.

Division B – Net: Mitch Taylor came out on top with 288 (16), earning the $75 voucher. Les Browning followed with 292 (17) for the $50 voucher.

Division C – Gross: Darren Hubery led the way with 380 (20) and collected the $100 voucher. Tony Waller finished with 382 (21) for the $75 voucher.

Division C – Net: Rick Downes claimed the division with 292 (23) and the $75 voucher, while Steve Salter finished on 295 (24) to take the $50 voucher.

Congratulations to all our Champions!

A Special Mention

And a big shout-out to Aaron Garland, who had an outstanding 73 off the stick in A Grade and looked solid all day.

Aaron, it looks like Kyle has been holding you back all these years, mate! 😂

Congratulations to all our division winners, place-getters and everyone who battled their way through the conditions and 4 rounds of stroke. Another championship is in the books!

A Grade Champion yet again, Garry Dowding with Runer up Aaron Garland who played like a man possessed.

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14th Hole..Michael Kemps ball gently rested just inside the water hazard and we all gave great advice to just go for it. The shot happens, it’s miss hit and Kempy falls forward into the swamp of no return. It took Dave Killions 5 iron to pull him out. No animals were harmed in this rescue mission.

Good luck On monday with your surgery Charlie Huff. You will come back with more swing speed and power.

Have a great weekend.

Mens Captain

Patrick

Pace of Play

Committee, Competition News, Pro ShopPatrick TregellasLeave a comment

Respect the Course: Pace of Play and Awareness

Golf is a game we all enjoy, and part of enjoying your round is making sure everyone on the course feels comfortable, safe and respected.

We all have a responsibility to keep up with the pace of play, but maintaining pace does not mean hitting up on the group in front of you.

Know Your Distances

Please be aware of the golfers ahead of you at all times and know your own distances and capabilities.

If there is a group in front of you, please do not hit simply because you think you cannot reach them. If there is any doubt, wait.

The group in front may be closer than you realise, may be moving back into position, or may simply not have anywhere to go. Your ball being in the air serves no purpose if the group ahead is still within range.

When in doubt, don’t hit.

The same applies when approaching greens, tees and fairways. Take a moment, look ahead and make sure the way is clear before playing your shot.

Please Don’t Take Matters Into Your Own Hands

We also ask members not to approach or tell fellow golfers to hurry up, particularly while they are playing their round.

We understand that slow play can be frustrating, but confronting or pressuring another group can make an enjoyable day uncomfortable for everyone.

If you believe there is an issue with the pace of play, please leave it until the end of your round and let a committee member know. You can also put your concerns in writing or email the Golf Committee at:

golfcommittee@twintowns.com.au

This allows the matter to be addressed appropriately and respectfully.

A Little Common Sense Goes a Long Way

At the end of the day, we are all here to have fun, enjoy the day and play golf.

Please:

  • Be aware of the group in front of you.
  • Know your distances and your own limits.
  • Never hit when there is a possibility you could reach another golfer.
  • Be patient when the group ahead cannot move forward.
  • Keep up with the pace of play without putting other golfers at risk.
  • Respect all players, regardless of their ability or experience.
  • Raise concerns appropriately rather than confronting fellow golfers on the course.

Good golf etiquette is about more than pace of play — it’s about safety, common sense and respect for everyone sharing the course.

Let’s all do our part to make Twin Towns Golf Club a place where everyone can enjoy their round.

Club Banora Men’s Match Committee

Men’s Captain

Patrick

LADIES GOLF Foursomes Championships

Committee, Competition NewsPauline RyanLeave a comment

Ladies, it has been decided due to the weather we are experiencing and the uncertainty of Carts being on the course on Thursday and because of catering to transfer the Foursomes Championships to next Thursday, 27th August. We have transferred the field as it is set for this week to next week. No doubt there will be some members who cannot play next week, please take your name out and I will do my best to get a player for your partner.

This Thursday, 29th August will now be a single stableford if carts are allowed on the course. Please make your booking for this game as usual if you wish to okay.

Hopefully will see you on Thursday, Pauline R 🏌️‍♀️🏌️‍♀️

Updated – Vale Beverly Culpitt

CommitteePauline Ryan1 Comment

The family advises golfers who know and would have played with Roy & Bev that a life celebration will be in the Club Banora dome at 2pm next Wednesday, 28th.

It is with much sadness that I advise of the passing on Friday last of our esteemed retired member Bev Culpitt. Bev was the beloved wife of Roy, much loved step mum of Ken and Denise, Donny and Denise , Pam and Grandma to their extended families.

Bev loved her golf and participating in the social side of our Club when off the fairways. The Christmas skits of years gone by were where she showed off the other side of her personality , appearing as many varied characters over the years.

Bev will be missed by many, fly high beautiful lady. 🌸🌸

Men’s Pennant Champs / Results

Committee, Competition News, ResultsPatrick TregellasLeave a comment

🏆 DIVISION 6 BRINGS HOME THE EISENHOWER CUP!

Club Banora conquers Mullumbimby — mud, preferred lies and all!

Well, who said all those months of playing in wet conditions at Club Banora weren’t good preparation?

While other teams arrived at Mullumbimby looking at the conditions and wondering where their gumboots were, the Club Banora boys looked around and thought, “This feels just like home.”

And after taking on Yamba, Murwillumbah and Teven, our Division 6 team produced a fantastic performance to claim the 2026 Eisenhower Cup, winning the division by a massive 17 points!

Not a bad day at the office.

🏌️ The Division 6 Boys

There were a few late changes and some tactical team tweaking leading into the final.

One of those changes saw Mitch Taylor receive the call-up after casually firing a 64 nett in the August Monthly Medal. Apparently that was enough to get the selectors’ attention.

Mitch was given the honour of leading the team out and promptly delivered 32 points. Welcome to pennant golf, Mitch!

A special mention also has to go to Garry Dowding, who somehow managed to grind out 31 points while playing injured and basically operating on one leg!Most golfers struggle to make 31 points with two perfectly functioning legs, so Garry’s effort deserves some serious recognition. There were no excuses, no white flag — just get out there, hobble around Mullumbimby and get the job done for the team.

The scores were:

  • Mitch Taylor — 32 points
  • Sam Benny — 34 points
  • Patrick Tregellas — 33 points
  • Ryan Modini — 22 points
  • Michael Kemp — 33 points
  • Charles Paton — 31 points
  • Garry Dowding — 31 points

It was an excellent all-round team performance in difficult conditions, with Club Banora eventually taking the division by an impressive 17 points.

Perhaps our preparation was better than we realised. After spending half the year navigating wet fairways, preferred lies and wondering whether certain parts of our own course should be classified as wetlands, the Mullumbimby conditions weren’t going to scare us.

🚌 Every Team Needs a Bus Driver

A special mention must go to Ryan Modini

Ryan battled his way to 22 points, which probably wasn’t quite the number he’d pictured when he woke up that morning.

Unlucky mate.

But pennant victories aren’t built on Stableford points alone.

Someone had to drive the team bus.

Ryan got everyone there, got everyone home and therefore played an absolutely crucial role in the victory.

We’re officially recording it as 21 points and one major assist.

🏆 A Great Team Effort

On a personal note, I’d like to thank every member of the Division 6 team for their support, encouragement and focus throughout the day.

Pennant golf is very much a team event, and everyone contributed to what was a terrific result for Club Banora.

It was a great win and a fantastic moment for the club.

There was, however, one thing missing…

Terry “The Big Cat” Foster.

Unfortunately, The Big Cat wasn’t in attendance to witness the boys lift the Eisenhower Cup.

We’re not saying his absence motivated us…

…but we’re also not ruling it out.

Division 11 — So Close

Our Division 11 team travelled to Murwillumbah and unfortunately couldn’t quite bring home the Cup.

There were still some excellent individual performances, particularly:

Brian Springfield — 37 points
Brendon Marshall — 32 points

Great golf, boys, and unlucky to the entire Division 11 team.

Division 12

Our Division 12 representatives consisted of two Club Banora teams who also fought hard throughout the competition.

Unfortunately, they fell just short of bringing home the pennant, but once again represented Club Banora extremely well.

Thank You, Boys

Finally, a massive thank you to everyone who participated in the 2026 Northern Rivers Pennant season.

Considering the weather, cancellations and everything else thrown at this year’s competition, we can at least say:

We got one round in… and we got a final played!

And Club Banora managed to come home with some silverware.

I probably don’t say it enough, but we genuinely have a great bunch of guys at this club.

Year after year, people put their hands up, turn up, support their teammates and proudly represent Club Banora in pennant competition.

That means a lot.

Whether you won, lost, played brilliantly, battled all day or simply drove the bus, you represented the club and did Club Banora proud.

Congratulations to our Division 6 Eisenhower Cup champions, congratulations to everyone who represented Club Banora in 2026, and thank you for another memorable pennant campaign.

Now there’s only one thing left to do…

Enjoy the Cup, enjoy the bragging rights, and let’s come back and do it all again next year!

Patrick Tregellas
Men’s Captain
Club Banora

Urgent Call for Players

Committee, Competition NewsPatrick TregellasLeave a comment

🏌️ CALLING ALL BANORA GOLF LEGENDS (OR THOSE WHO THINK THEY ARE!) 🏌️

Righto lads… we need TWO MORE PLAYERS to complete our 2026 Northern Rivers Pennant / Eisenhower Cup Teams 1 & 2 this Sunday, 2nd August.

What’s in it for you?

🍻 A FREE game of golf
🍺 A few well-earned beers
🤣 A great day with a top bunch of blokes
🏆 The chance to help Banora chase the elusive Eisenhower Cup

The match will be played at either Mullumbimby or Murwillumbah Golf Club, with an early morning start.

No promises you’ll play like Rory McIlroy… but we can guarantee you’ll have more fun than mowing the lawn on a Sunday morning.

If you’ve been telling everyone at the club, “I could play pennant if I wanted to,” then here’s your chance to prove it! Dust off the clubs, stretch the back, and come join the team.

If you’re keen to take on the challenge and represent Banora, text Me on 0407 093 714 as soon as possible.

Come on boys… don’t make us start asking the bar staff or the greenskeepers!

Men’s Captain

Patrick

Ladies Golf – Pink Lady Day – 30th July

Committee, Competition NewsPauline RyanLeave a comment

Good morning ladies, hopefully we will play our Pink Lady game this Thursday, please wear pink or purple if you can

We will also be celebrating our retired member Betty Halls 100th birthday.

This day we will also hold a raffle with proceeds going to the Oncology Dept at Tweed District Hospital. We would appreciate receiving donations for the raffle, please leave on the large table in the big office area.

Coming up is our Foursomes Championships on 20th August. The cost for this 27 holes event will be $31. This will include green fees, comp fee and light lunch. Conditions of Play have been posted in the windows as you come through the alley to golf. You will book on the web site in the usual manner.

Here’s hoping the weather is kind to us as I’m sure everyone is eager to get out in the course for a game .

Looking forward to catching up on Thursday

Pauline R. 🏌️‍♀️🏌️‍♀️🏌️‍♀️🎉🎉