What a week! While accolades and kudos galore have come pouring in for the success of the Ladies’ Classic from visitors, members, and management - it has to be said one more time: Congratulations to everyone who worked so hard to pull the entire event together. What an incredible team effort!
For a full recap of the Ladies’ Classic please go to pg. 6.
On we go into the rest of October. Best of luck to those competing in the Club Championship that begins this week. Please keep an eye on the (full) October calendar so you don’t miss any important events in which you may want to participate. We’re also looking forward to hosting our Sponsors this Friday for a day of fun and
networking. A huge shout out to John Griffen for all his hard work not only in recruiting Sponsors, but in setting up this event.
NEW MEMBERS who joined in the 2024-2025 membership year please check out an event announcement just for you on pg. 11.
Don’t forget Quiz Night THIS THURSDAY! Come and join us for some fun and a battle royale between some very strong teams! Details on pg. 18.
Now the men have rejoined the ladies on the course, we just want to say: May your drives be long, your putts be true, and your scorecards be full of birdies.
As many of you may know, Heather Haselgrove has been filling in as financial officer and administrator since the start of 2024. The search for a permanent replacement for this position began in September at Heather’s request, with over 20 applications received. Ultimately our General Manager, Ray Duncan, and Heather chose to interview four strong applicants, with one stand-out candidate ultimately selected for the role of Finance-Admin Officer.
So, we are delighted to introduce you all to Linda Reid who will be working parttime in the office handling Club finances and providing administrative support. Linda has a strong background in finance, having served multiple roles in this field. In addition, Linda comes to us highly recommended, experienced, and credentialed.
Linda lives on her farm at Willunga Hill with her horses, cows, and a menagerie of other farm and domestic animals. She is also the Mum of two daughters, and Grandma to two little ones.
When you see Linda out and about at VHGC or at her desk, please extend a warm welcome. We are so pleased Linda has joined us!
Linda Reid |Finance-Admin Officer
Heather will continue working in the office in the short-term to ensure a smooth transition, and then she will (in her own words) “play more golf!”
Coming Soon
Twilight Golf - Starting Soon!
New Members GatheringFriday, October 25
Young Adult Tournament (18-35 year old categories)Coming Soon!
Coring Day: Nov. 4
Volunteers’ Day: Nov. 11
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VICTOR HARBOR GOLF CLUB
FRIDAY, MAY 2 2025
Ladies’ Classic
This last week was the biggest in Ladies' golf at Victor Harbor Golf Club for the year, with The 44th Annual VHGC Ladies Classic taking place, and what a fabulous week it was. The weather gods were smiling on us and the club pulled together to ensure a great week of golf and festivities. With over $5000 in prizes and the much sought-after Festival of Golf Perpetual Trophy, The Alice Nelson Trophy, up for grabs, there was always going to be some great golf on the course.
Michael Bohnsack and his team along with volunteers had been working very hard, including several 4:30am starts, to ensure the course played and looked stunning, and it certainly ticked both boxes. The Ray Duncan was an incredible support and always there to help, thank you. Heather did not stop and I dont think she slept for at least 72 hours, I cannot thank you enough. All the
administration team was worked furiously behind the scenes to ensure players' needs were met, whilst in The Pro Shop, the Pritchards were flat out making sure everyone had all that they needed. When I arrived a 7am they had already lined up the carts along with players clubs so Im not even sure what time they started. Their patience answering players questions not to mention the odd one or 1000 from me, was really appreciated. Seans energy is boundless helping us move the dinning room around and around and around. Simon and Sam in the 4ORE kitchen were once again producing mouth-watering delights over the week. With Grace, Flo, Cat and Bridget always there with a smile. Thank you.
With 26 clubs and 140 players attending from all over SA, WA and even Tasmania, it was always
going to be a great tournament. The week started on Tuesday with a 9hole competition. It was a great way for those who hadn't played the course before to get a lay of the land and for return players to refamiliarise themselves, but mostly it was for those who no longer play 18 holes to have the opportunity to compete in a major competition. Tee-off was at 2 pm and it was a lovely afternoon on the course. Jo Reeve from Royal Adelaide won with a score of 18, Cathy Saint from Blackwood Golf Club came second on a countback with 18 and Kathy Quinn also from Blackwood came third on 17.
Due to the Ladies’ Classic being held the first week in October, our Ladies Montyhly Medal will now be played on Wednesday, Oct. 9 instead. 9 hole players will play the back 9 holes.
A and B grades played Stroke, and C grades played Stapleford. Things ran smoothly on course thanks to the male members of the club that were spotters and rakers on key holes. Our referee Mike Rice was on the course and always available for any queries and may have been the recipient of Ian's humour.r
The winners on Wednesday were A Grade Nett Catherine Molloy from Glenelg on 73. Angela Gardner from Blackwood on a score of 72 won B Grade and C Grade was won by Elayne Sanders from Oakbank on 40. Well done ladies.
That evening, we hosted welcome drinks and the official opening of The Classic. Wednesday was down to serious business and the start of the 36-hole competition. We were very honored to have some of SA's best ladies' golfers out on the course. Pg.7
On Thursday the weather gods continued to shine and the course again looked fantastic. Heather Grace won A Grade from Clare on a Nett score of 72. B Grade was won by Kathy Saint from Blackwood on a fantastic score of 67 and Lina Carson from Oakbank had a great day with a score of 40. Congratulations. We had a fabulous dinner on Thursday night thanks to 4ORE and all of the prizes were presented to the winners. This year David Hamilton donated one of his beautiful sculptures for the best overall nett for the two days. This was won by Angela Gardner from Blackwood and was presented by David's wife Judy. In her acceptance speech, an overwhelmed Angela said it was one of the best days of her life.
due to geographic convenience, has moved, and we do miss her. With an amazing score over the 36 hole competition of 176, Tonia took home the top prize, the Alice Nelson Trophy donated in honor of her mother Val Wyld. Well done Tonia and I may have said this a few times over the last week, but we would love to have you back at Victor.
Finally, Friday was our fun day. The sun was still shining and Kaye Carr returned back to the fold, all the way from Bunbury WA, to make her famous scones in the Green Shed, normally served with tea but at VHGC, we serve champagne. Thank you to the Harrisons for donating all of the ingredients for the scones and Eleanor helping Kay. Afterward, we were back up at the clubhouse for a lovely lunch and more presentations. The winners were Catherine Harvey and Bronwyn Kirman from Lake Albert.
The final prize went to Tonia Ross from Glenelg. Tonia has previously been a much loved member of VHGC but Pg.8
GOLF AND COURSE - LADIES’
The success of this event was due to many. Still, I would like to give extra thanks to Karen Bennett, Heather Haselgrove, Ray Duncan, Dean Towill, Ray Walsh, Sean Riley, Rosie Edwards, Faye Willis, Celia Squire, Kaye Carr, Eleanor and Kevin Harrison, Donny Wood, Neville Willis, Libby Bancroft, Lyn Sinclair, Kathryn Walker, Marie Juleff, Carole Buik, Hazel Gilbert, Annie Llewelyn, Carolyn Collins, Jeff Stratfold, Greg Ryan, Tony Hastings,Ash Llewelyn, Tony Phillip, Simon Biar, Scott Richards, David Wilson, Kai Chen, Jerry Convery, Greg Pitt. I hope I haven't missed anyone.
I would also like to thank our Club's male members for accommodating the scheduling adjustments required during this significant annual event. We greatly appreciate your patience and look forward to seeing you back on the green with us this week.
Last but most importantly I would like to thank our sponsors, without your support, these events could not have taken place.
Scarpantoni Wines, Ninos, Clip Joint, Sinclair's Flowers, David Hamilton, Val Wyld, Alex Maddern, Elanor and Kevin Harrison. Thank you very much.
Happy hitting, Lynn Pitt Ladies Captain
44th Annual Ladies’ Classic | 2024
Pennant 2025 Sign Up Sheet
There is now a pennant sign up sheet in the ladies locker room for all those ready to help us win all three divisions in 2025!
A Few Reminders for the Ladies
Wednesday is monthly medal - don’t forget to count your putts!
The first qualifying round for the Club Championship is this week - either Wednesday or Saturday for the ladies. Best of luck to those entering in this event!
9 Holers going off the back 9 no earlier than 9.30am
COMPETITION TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Competition terms and conditions for upcoming events will now be made available in our weekly newsletter.
To find the T&Cs, please go to the golfing calendar and look for the small coloured tokens:
T&C
Click on the token that is with the event you are interested in, and you will be taken to a new page with the T&Cs for that event.
Please note: Events that happen over several days will only have their T&C listed once, being the first day of the event. Not every event on our calendar comes with T&Cs.
Senior Pennant rounds will resume next week with our VHGC team playing South Lakes at South Lakes
1st:9Hole
PRO SHOP
Golfing Masterclasses with the Pro Shop
The Pro Shop offers masterclasses on putting, pitching, chipping, and bunkers on Tuesdays. There are limited spaces on offer for each session. For more info please call Oli and Ian at the Pro Shop: 8552 2030option 1. Bookings can be made online, just look for the masterclass booking form amongst the booking sheets.
Pro Shop Online
The Pro Shop has an online ‘on course’ store where you can purchase golfing items from the comfort of home, or even while you are on the golf course! Ian and Oli are also only a phone call away should you need advice or recommendations before you buy. To visit the Pro Shop Online click the button below.
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Follow the Pro Shop on Facebook and Instagram to keep up with their latest deals, offers, sales and upcoming events.
PRO SHOP
Book Your 45 minute appointment through the Pro Shop
PLEASE NOTE: We’re closed FRIDAY NIGHTS until November 8th but please keep an eye on our socials or call us on 8552 2030 to keep up to date with our opening dates! (Lunch hours are unaffected unless noted on our socials).
Got a bit of time this October? Time to give blood and change lives? 1 in 3 people in Victor Harbor will need blood, and they need people like you to give it.
We’re popping up in Victor Harbor from the 22 October to 25 October. Don’t forget to pre-book your spot at: donateblood.com.au or on our app, or call 13 14 95.
10 OCT THURS
QUIZ NIGHT
VHGC Clubhouse
6pm Dinner | 7pm Quiz
More information on pg. 18
24 OCT THURS
SPANISH NIGHT AT 4ORE
4ORE Restaurant
6pm Details on pg. 19
25 OCT FRI NEW MEMBERS SOCIAL GATHERING
9 Hole Golf and Social Gathering
Starting at 3pm Details on pg. 11
Dear Valued Sponsor,
Recently, while visiting some of our sponsors' websites, we noticed that a few have undergone brand changes, including updates to their logos. We always strive to represent our sponsors accurately and want to ensure that all our promotional materials reflect your current branding. If your company has recently updated its logo or plans to do so in the near future, can we please ask that you inform us as soon as possible. This will allow us to update your logo across all our platforms, including: - Newsletter advertisements - Television ads in the Clubhouse - Course signage
By keeping us informed, you help us maintain the quality and accuracy of our promotional efforts, ensuring that your brand is represented correctly to our audience. We deeply appreciate your continued support and partnership. Your contributions play a vital role in the success of our events and initiatives.
To submit your updated logo or if you have any questions, please contact marketing@vhgolf.com.au
Thank you for your attention to this matter and for your ongoing collaboration.
