Dear Peter,

Smoking or vaping at GA

Members are reminded that the club has a smoking and vaping policy which has been in effect for some months. The policy falls into line with current Victorian legislation. There have been several instances recently reported where Green Acres members have ignored this policy which puts the club at significant risk.

The terrace, facing the golf course, is considered an outdoor dining area, and smoking is not permitted.

Smoking and vaping are not permitted in the Clubhouse and surrounds, and is only permitted in designated external car parking spaces and on the golf course. 

I also ask that you do not put the staff in a compromising position where they are forced to ask you to adhere to this policy. Furthermore, please respect the direction of the staff as they are just doing their job.

Our obligations under the Tobacco Act -

• smoking and the use of e-cigarettes (vaping) is banned in all commercial outdoor dining areas in Victoria.
• smoking and vaping is banned within 4 metres of an outdoor dining area, unless separated by a wall of at least 2.1 metres high.
• Venues must display acceptable ‘No smoking’ signs.

• Wednesday 13th November
• Thursday 14th November
• Friday 15th November

• We've aimed to improve the overall look and feel of the website, particularly focusing on the areas where visitors can access club information
• A new member dashboard will welcome members upon logging in, providing a new look and an improved navigation experience for users
• The areas for member's timesheet and lesson bookings will remain unchanged
• www.greenacresgolf.com.au will also remain the Club's web address, this will not change

Family Trophy

The Family Trophy will take place next Sunday 27th October. Registrations are now open, but please remember that you need to book your own tee times, as this event will be played alongside the daily competition.

The format is Medley 4BBB Stableford, with the pair achieving the highest score being crowned the 2024 Champions. So, team up with a family member, register via the online portal, and don’t forget to secure your tee time!

Representative Golf - Junior Pennant Round 2

Team Managers Report - Greg O'Brien & Paul Reid

The Green Machine Pennant Team hosted Northern 2 junior pennant team last Sunday.  The team recorded a 5 to 1 point victory.  

We were lucky to have our team Captain Hugo Howlett back after competing in the Junior Club Championships and he led the way with a strong 1 up victory against Northern’s captain. 
We continue to have a strong and even performance across all the team members regardless of match outcomes. We are all continuing to learn about match play and how to manage risk and return when playing a direct competitor. All games were played in a great spirit and so much experience was gained to take into the following rounds.

We would like to thank Ash Hall for doing a lot of preplanning for our team.  Also in particular, Nathan Rees for being our Club representative with regards to getting us on the course and providing feedback on rules and processes for the day.  We also would like to thank Bernie and her team who hosted both teams in the clubhouse where both teams enjoyed soft drinks and some food while chatting about a good day of golf competition. We also appreciated all the support of members on the day who gave us a wave and cheer while they were on course.  We are super grateful to play and represent such a friendly and welcoming club and membership base. 

Meanwhile the "Chargers" had an away game, this time at Settler's Run. This course is located 45km away – down towards Cranbourne. Our team really enjoyed this opportunity to play at a new course, which provided both city views and kangaroos. 

The positive spirit in the team was shown in multiple ways;

• Players from the other junior pennant team - Green Machine, helping us out when we were a player short,  
• Being a good winner with empathy for their opponent, &
• Players not winning - but smiling - knowing that they had played really well and were proud of the game they played.  
  

These are important qualities in life/golf – and a credit to the team for the way they played.

Donations are welcome for the Christmas Raffle supporting "You Matter", a donations tub is located in the Women's Locker Room.

New Arrival: Green Acres Logoed Gloves

The Golf Centre is excited to announce the arrival of Green Acres branded, high-quality Tour Authentic cabretta leather gloves made by Callaway. These premium gloves are available in a variety of sizes, including left-hand options for men, women, and cadet.

Crafted from soft, premium cabretta leather and infused with Griptac, these gloves provide top-tier performance without the premium price tag—available now for just $38.95. Pick one up for your next round and experience the Tour Authentic difference!

MVP Golf Tours - The Barnbougle Experience 

We're bringing you to one of the most sought-after golfing destinations in Australia – Barnbougle!

With its three iconic courses – Lost Farm, The Dunes, and Bougle Run – this ultimate tour is bound to amaze. You'll also enjoy a welcoming lunch and wine tasting at the renowned Pipers Brook Vineyard.

For more information please email Head Teaching Professional - Mark Varela.