ISLAND GOLF GAZETTE
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Clubhouse Hours
Open from 7:00 AM Daily
Tee times are available from 7:14 am until 5:02 pm
Island Gate Hours 1st Nov - 31 Mar
Sun-Fri 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM Sat & Public Holidays 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
As another week flies by, I can’t believe we are already into February of the new year! Seeing so many members and visitors out on the fairways has been fantastic Whether you’re fine-tuning your swing, tackling the challenges of summer conditions or simply enjoying a round with friends, let’s make the most of what’s ahead
The warm days are bringing plenty of opportunities to enjoy our beautiful course. Don’t forget to join in with the fun of a 9-hole competition on Monday mornings. This comp will be running for February and March. And will be a great chance to have a hit, mix with others and enjoy a drink on the deck… all before the heat really hits!
Saturday was a beautiful day for 148 golfers to enjoy the Stableford competition Congratulations to John Rimmer (14) with a score of 44! Sam Thomson and Marty Christensen would be happy with their golden shot wins on the 3rd and 9th As would Ben Thomson with his NTP on the 14th The ‘shot of the day’ might belong to Caleb Whitely – after a wayward shot from the 9th tee that landed near the clubhouse side of the putting green; he redeemed himself with a perfect pitch that went straight into the cup!
Well done to the following
A Grade – David Thomas (6) & Fred Beasley (0)
B Grade – John Rimmer (14) & Bailey Ash (13)
C Grade – Bryan McLeod (20) & Harvey Pring (18)
D Grade – Alan Fry (23) & Alan Wiggs (24)
Wednesday had 101 golfers competing in the Stableford competition with Peter Kleindienst (16) taking out the win with a score of 41. Alex Korostin and Robert Schammer had great success with golden shots on the 3rd and 9th, and Robert Schammer had NTP on the 14th
Well done to the following
A Grade – Tom Freeman (9) & Lee McKay (11)
B Grade – Peter Kleindienst (16) & Martin Foulds (18)
C Grade – Jack Patel (19) & Mark Tizard (19)
D Grade – Paul Summers (23) & Thomas Buxton (30)
Interest in our ladies’ golf competition continues to grow, with fantastic participation and enthusiasm each week It’s wonderful to see both new and returning players enjoying the game, building friendships and embracing the competitive spirit I encourage all ladies to come along, join the fun and be part of this group! Congratulations to Louise Johns (11) with a score of 39!
Good luck to all golfers playing in the Monthly Medal Stroke on Saturday.
See you on the course, Barb
Winners are Grinners Winners are Grinners
Big cheers to Lorna Lawson for hitting a “pro-shot” while teaming up with Barb at the Clifton Springs GC's Golden Putter on Wednesday, January 29! Just like our own “Golden Shot”, it comes with a great prize. Lorna's grin says it all. time for a celebratory shopping spree at the Clifton Springs pro-shop!
The 2025 Winner is
The QGC Crew is dedicated to giving our members awesome opportunities to play their best golf. Whether it’s keeping the course in tip-top shape, locking in awesome sponsors, or building gamechanging partnerships, we’ve got it covered. The rest? That’s all you—so go out there and swing like a champ!
9 Hole Open Stableford Comp
Every Monday, starting on Feb 3 until April 28 $5 entry fee Book a tee-time that fits your vibe! Tee off early to beat the heat or power through some work before shaking off the Monday blues with a sunset round island style!
Tom Jeffries, Managing Director of The Golf Lab, is excited to introduce The Golf Lab’s new membership options, giving golfers like you access to world-class training facilities, cutting-edge technology, and professional coaching all with the added convenience of 24/7 access!
If you’re looking to fine-tune your game in a high-tech, climate-controlled environment, now’s the perfect time to become a Golf Lab member Don't Miss Out! Spots are limited at this price! For more details or to sign up, visit thegolflab.com.au or email Thomas at hello@thegolflab com au with any questions
are based on a 12-week commitment and will auto-renew unless opted out before renewal.
SUNSH SUNSH
SAT 25 JAN WED 29 JAN THU 30 JAN
David Thomas (6) 39
A GRADE
B GRADE
C GRADE
D GRADE
GOLDEN SHOT
Fred Beasley (0) 38 C/B
Terang GC
John Rimmer (14) 44
Bailey Ash (13) 39
Bryan McLeod (20) 39
Harvey Pring (18) 38 C/B
Geelong GC
Alan Fry (23) 39
Alan Wiggs (24) 38
3rd Sam Thomson 9th Marty Christensen
The Inaugural
Tom Freeman (9) 38
Lee McKay (11) 36
Peter Kleindienst (16) 41
Martin Foulds (18) 37 C/B
Jack Patel (19) 38
Mark Tizard (19) 37
Paul Summers (23) 39 C/B
Thomas Buxton (30) 39
3rd Alex Korostin 9th Robert Schammer
Louise Johns (11) 39
Siobhan Lyons (20) 37
3rd Louise Johns 9th Barbara Luppino
DOUG WADE SHIELD
by Marty Christensen
While many were rocking to Wilbur Wilde on Australia Day elsewhere in Queenscliff, a group of past players rom the Geelong & North Melbourne Football Clubs were on Swan Island, ontesting the inaugural ‘Doug Wade Shield’… Doug of course a former champion and premiership player with both clubs, and one of only 5 men to kick over 1000 goals in
Above - Kangas (L to R): Ross Henshaw, Brendan Mutimer, Kristian Bardsley, Mark Brayshaw, Darren Steele, Alistair Clarkson, Dale Holmes, Xavier Tanner
Below - Cats (L to R): Barry Stoneham, Greg Wells, Peter Whyte, Marty Christensen, Scott Hosking, Peter Doyle, Darren Forssman, Geoff Miles.
Above - Players from both teams with Doug Wade (centre) in the clubhouse
