RBGC Open Day Tomorrow - Sunday, 1 May 2011

Open day tomorrow at RBGC from 1-4pm.
- jumping castle
- face painter
- entertainer on the deck
- chipping competition
- golf clinics
- wedding display and information
- free 9 holes of golf
- membership special offer
- 3 golf game cards on sale
- BBQ
Hope to see you there!

Long Range Weather Forecast SEQ Corner

Long Range Weather Forecast

The weather is a hot topic in all sporting venues and especially golf club in the SEQ corner. It doesn't appear that this current trend is going to change over the month of May but hopefully, from viewing the 12 month forecast below, it may start to ease after May. Fingers crossed!!
Below is the chance of rain in the month of May.

Below is the rainfall forecast in the SEQ corner for the next 12 months.

 

RBGC Kids Club Blog - Treasure Hunt & Colouring Comp

RBGC Kid’s Club

This coming Wednesday night (4 May 2011) at 6.30pm, we will be hosting a Kid’s Club Treasure Hunt at the club. All members of the Kid’s Club are welcome to attend. Please get your mum or dad to ring the club and advise if you will be attending. It will be lots of FUN!!! Following the hunt, there will be games for the kids in the Kid’s Club area.

There is also a Kid’s Club Colouring Competition running for the month of May. You will find the competition sheet attached or you can pick one up from the club. The winner will receive a prize along with a FREE kids meal and soft drink. Good luck!

Presidents Blog April 2011

The Club has been fortunate to have been able to overcome the losses from wet weather in the first half of the year. Although there is continuing inclement weather, the course has withstood most and we have had minimal days lost by wet weather since Christmas.

The Club is now not reliant on golf revenue alone. For the last five years, the Club has undertaken development within the clubhouse and now has a first class venue for in-house dining, weddings and other functions. The revenue from weddings and functions has, in part, offset the losses from golfing.

It is unfortunate to see two Gold Coast golf courses going into voluntary receivership. It is an indication that, to survive these times of continuous inclement weather and the GFC, clubs must diversify to survive.

Don't forget the Open Day on this coming Sunday afternoon. It is an opportunity for prospective members to find out more about our golfcourse, try it out and attend a Golf clinic (booking essential). In addition, there is entertainment and presentation of wedding and function facilities.

 Peter Tucker

May Coming Events Blog

Coming Events - May 2011

  RBGC OPEN DAY - Sunday, 1 May 2011  We are hosting an Open Day at the Redland Bay Golf Club on Sunday, 1 May 2011 from 1pm to 4pm to showcase the golf club to more residents in this area. The day will be FREE and members of the club are also very welcome to attend. The day will consist of:

Golf Rules Seminar - Tuesday, 10 May 2011 @ 6.30pm

Redland Bay Golf Club is hosting a Golf Rules Seminar delivered by Golf Queensland on Tuesday, 10 May 2011 commencing at 6.30pm. The seminar will go for approximately 3 hours. The club will pay the attendance cost for members that wish to attend. To register for this night, go to www.golfqueensland.org.au and look under the events tab to secure your spot. LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE SO BOOK EARLY! Visitors are welcome to attend - cost $16.50.

RBGC Kids Club

The RBGC now hasa designated KIDS CLUB that will incorporate indoor and outdoor activities at the Redland Bay Golf Club. This allows both kids and adults a chance to enjoy their time at the club! We offer a scheduled program to engage kids in fun and learning activities in a specially created environment that is not only warm and safe but also enhances and stimulates creativity and curiosity in a child.

Simply fill out the membership form you can find at http://www.redlandbaygolf.com.au/uploads/whatson/Kids%20club%20Member%20Application.pdf and send back to aaron@redlandbaygolf.com.au. For more details on this new initiative here at the RBGC, please phone Aaron on (07)3206 7011!

• Jumping castle
• Face painter
• Entertainment on the deck (Scott Sinclair - Soloist)
• BBQ
• FREE 9 holes of golf
• Golf clinic (Booking essential!)
• Chipping competition
• Wedding display

Brian Hayward Memorial Golf Day - Friday, 6 May 2011 

This day is in memory of all those members that have passed away. Shotgun start at 6.45am & 11.45am. $20 includes the game, burger, drink and heaps of prizes.

Win a years golfing membership

Win a years golf membership at RBGC by simply purchasing drinks or food. Ask the staff for details. More prizes up for grabs also!

Wednesday night trivia

Trivia every Wednesday night at the Redland Bay Golf Club. Meals from $14. Trivia hosted by comedian Mike vanAcker. Ph (07)32067011
Starts at 6.30pm. Gaming promotion from 7.30pm

Happy Easter

On behalf of the board of directors, management and staff of the Redland Bay Golf Club, I would like to wish all our members and your families a happy and safe Easter! We will also be thinking of all the ANZAC's on Monday!

Don't forget to spoil mum this mothers day at the Redland Bay Golf Club!

RBGC Patron April Blog

from Don Kidd;

This is from the very passionate and proud Patron of the "Jewel in the Crown" of SEQ. We are truely a great club - great course and great members.

2010 Qld PGA Metropolitan Golf Club of the Year. Thanks to the Board, management, staff and members as they you are all an integral part of this prestigious award.

Don Kidd

RBGC Kids Club Blog

RBGC KIDS CLUB now at RBGC

The RBGC now has a designated KIDS CLUB that will incorporate indoor and outdoor activities at the Redland Bay Golf Club. This will allow both kids and adults a chance to enjoy their time at the club! We will offer a scheduled program to engage kids in fun and learning activities in a specially created environment that is not only warm and safe but also enhances and stimulates creativity and curiosity in a child.

As an opening offer, the first 100 kids to join the RBGC KIDS CLUB will be FREE ($5 per year after the first 100). Simply fill out the membership form you can find at http://www.redlandbaygolf.com.au/uploads/whatson/Kids%20club%20Member%20Application.pdf and send back to aaron@redlandbaygolf.com.au. This offer is only open to RBGC Members at the moment so nominate your children, grand children, nieces, nephews etc. For more details on this new initiative here at the RBGC, please phone Aaron on (07)3206 7011!

Club Sponsor Blog featuring Rydges Oasis Sunshine Coast

Rydges Oasis Sunshine Coast is located on the southern tip of Queensland’s beautiful Sunshine Coast at Caloundra , metres from the clear ocean waters of Golden Beach .

This relaxed Resort is set amongst 10 acres of Landscaped palm gardens with the main Restaurant , Reflections at Golden Beach , surrounded by a tranquil waterlily filled lagoon.

Rydges Oasis Sunshine Coast provides guests with a variety of accommodation styles and an extensive array of Resort facilities .

Coming Events to the Sunshine Coast

International Rally Of Qld May 13^th- 15^th www.rallyqueensland.com.au

Queensland’s Women Rugby League State Championship 2011 May 6^th – May 8^th  www.qrl.com.au
Soweto Gospel Choir - June 30^th www.sowetogospelchoir.com

From the Managers Desk

The Redland Bay Golf Club performance over the past 12 months has been rewarded not only by receiving the coveted Qld PGA Metropolitan Golf Club of 2010 award and being featured on Qld Weekender on Channel 7, but also by featuring in the ‘Inside Golf’ magazine due to hit the stands early May 2011. This editorial touches on the clubs performance not only in 2010 but also the great response that this club and members offered during the recent floods. These efforts have not gone unnoticed as there the club has received correspondence of congratulations from Golf Clubs, Sporting Clubs, Golf Industry Associations, charities etc not only throughout SEQ but across Australia.

The club has a new promotion commencing on Monday, 18 April 2011. This promotion has the following prizes:

1st Prize         -           Full Golf Membership at the Redland Bay Golf Club for 2011-12 (Value $1008.00)

2nd Prize       -           Full Golf Membership at the Redland Bay Golf Club for 2011-12 (Value $1008.00)

3rd Prize        -           A full set of PGF Status Clubs (Inc. Drivers, irons, putter & bag) (Value $949.00)

4th Prize        -           $200 Redland Bay Golf Club bistro voucher

5th Prize        -           $200 Redland Bay Golf Club bistro voucher

Simply make a purchase from the bistro to the value of $15.00 or more OR make a $10.00 purchase at the bar or more and receive a ticket. Tickets can also be purchased at reception for $5.00.

Total prize pool $3365.00.

Drawn from 6.30pm Friday, 9 September 2011

(Must be present to win)

 This promotion will run from Monday, 18 April and be drawn from 6.30pm Friday, 9 September 2011. The ‘Terms & Conditions’ will be displayed and will detail the conditions surrounding the draw. 2 points of interest are:

·         The person named on the drawn entry must be present during the draw to accept the prize. In the event that the person is not present, the prize will be re drawn.

·         Only 1 prize can be won by an individual person.

Full ‘Terms & Conditions’ of this promotion are displayed on the notice boards and with the promotional display.

I would also like to announce a new concept that has been organized between RBGC, Nudgee Golf Club, Wynnum Golf Club and Bribie Island Golf Club called ‘Bay Golf’. This concept is in the final stages of organization but a brief overview of the concept is as follows:

·         Each financial golf member of these clubs will receive a ‘Bay Golf’ card at no charge.

·         This will enable you to participate in nominated events/days at each of these clubs by paying the competition fee only (Full reciprocal rights). Simply produce your card.

·         These events will be spread throughout each month

I have a meeting with the managers of these clubs next week to finalise the days and conditions associated with the card and then as soon as they are printed, will be mailed out to our members.

I would like to thank the members who put a massive effort into making the US Masters Calcutta event on Saturday, 9 April 2011 a huge success. Following this great success, we have decided to run another Calcutta event for the British Open so keep an eye out for the information regarding this event.

I would also like to thank the staff at the Redland Bay Golf Club for their efforts in March 2011. This was a massive month in which we delivered 5 weddings, 3 conferences, 3 lunch events, 1 party, 2 corporate golf days and a Black Marker Challenge event along with our regular golf events. Thank you for your support this year as there have been events that have impacted on you all but I do believe you all have acted very professionally with all that was happening in the club. Hopefully, now we can get back to business! 

Aaron Muirhead

RBGC Manager

RBGC Finance Director's Blog for April

Fingers crossed for some good weather in the coming winter months!
Turnover on bar, gaming and kitchen continue to be good and GP% continues to be strong in these areas (62% Kitchen & 60.4% Bar).
March saw a Profit of $26,000 for the Club with Scoopon deals generating lots of interest with many new visitors coming to see our great course and facilities.
Make sure you come in after your game, enjoy a drink or snack and support 'your' club. There are many events happening at the club so please come along and support them. 
Tony Stanton

Mother's Day at the Redland Bay Golf Club

Spoil your mum this Mother's Day - Sunday, 8 May 2011 at the Redland Bay Golf Club. We are offering a 2 course menu (Your choice of entree & main or main & dessert) with a special gift for all the mums.
Bookings essential by phoning (07) 3206 7011. $26.00 for RBGC members and $30 for non members.

Thought of the Week

“Things do not just happen, they are made to happen.”  John F. Kennedy

Sooner or later each of us has to deal with a life outcome that we didn’t anticipate, plan for or expect.  Life is filled with surprises both negative and positive.  It is interesting to note however how many of these so-called negative outcomes came from positive causes while some of the positive outcomes came from negative causes.  

Life can be perceived as a wonderful adventure or a series of - one negative life drama and trauma after another. Every life has its struggles with: growth, understanding, acceptance, tolerance, adversity, discouragement and too many more to list.  Every life also has its share of: achievement, love, friendship, joy, blessings, success as well as many others.

In the end, life outcomes are the result of several factors of which some are listed below:

 

-Your life’s decisions and choices along the way -Divine providence -Luck, timing or synchronicity -Your personal perspective -Your working life philosophy or approach to circumstances, events and  people.

-Your goals, plans, dreams, hopes and desires -Your early environment and conditioning -Your self-esteem, self-acceptance and self-love -Your need to learn certain life lessons -Your attitudes

No one can predict the future of a life.  No one knows how his/her life will turn out next year or in 20 years.  No one is privy in advance, to all of the events, circumstances, people and conditions that will cross his/her path as his/her life unfolds.

Our job is to take what we are given and build the best life we can with what we have at the time with gratitude, love, acceptance and joy.  This does not mean we take negatives lying down.  It does not mean we don’t try, hope, plan and have desire.  It does mean however that certain things are not always within our control and we often need to let go and surrender to the divine purpose of our life as it unfolds day by day, year by year.            

RBGC Junior Director Blog

On Sunday 10th April, Redland Bay Golf Club Juniors visited Mt Warren Park for the Redland Bay vs Mt Warren Park Junior Shield event.  I would like to thank Mt Warren Park Golf Club officials for the welcome and the effort to support junior golf in this district with a less competitive but more inclusive form of team golf.

With no handicap restriction, all the kids get a chance to represent their respective clubs and they all demonstrate a great deal of pride in the club. They also support their team mates and manage to have a bit of fun.  I am very proud of our boys as they have shown respect for the Mt Warren Park team and themselves. The result on the day was a very good effort from Mt Warren Park, however, congratulations once again to the Redland Bay Juniors.  A very convincing win - well done boys!

In closing, I would like to acknowledge Ken Scott for his most generous contribution to our Juniors.  Ken’s private circumstances have determined that he may not continue his membership, which is very unfortunate.  Ken is the most unassuming, interesting and pleasant individual that I have had the pleasure to play golf with.  Thank you Ken Scott for the gift and your company.

Director of Juniors

John Stedman

RBGC Superintendents Blog

Superintendents Monthly Blog

Tip for your own lawn:

Now is your last chance to have a healthy lawn before winter. Now is the time to fertilize with a complete ratio of 12N - 3P - 10 K fertilizer. You will see the difference that this makes!

The past 6 months have certainly been a challenging period with the weather patterns experienced. Considering the substantial amount of rain the course has received over this period and the less than ideal heat and sunlight, it is holding up very well and is in great shape. We lightly dusted the greens last week and ideally needed dry weather after this process. However, that was not the case. This rain has also affeected all bunkers on course but we are endeavouring to get these back to standard as soon as possible.

I will bring news regarding the course and activity you will see in coming blogs to keep you abreast of the tasks that we are undertaking to keep your course in fantastic shape.

Max

Brian Hayward Memorial Golf Day

Brian Hayward Memorial Blue Marker Challenge. This day is held in memory of all those Redland Bay Golf Club members that have passed away.
Final Day for Raffle – 16th April
Timesheets will be available on the 16th April
Shotgun start at 6.45am and 11.45pm
$20 includes burger and drink
$1000’s in great prizes.

RBGC Membership Drive

Membership Drive (April 2011)

We are currently in the process of a Membership Drive and have a "SPECIAL OFFER" for our loyal members. We will give any member a $50 bistro voucher that provides the RBGC office with a membership lead that is converted into a new golf member. Alternatively, you can email aaron@redlandbaygolf.com.au with the prospective members details. This offer is only available for the month of April 2011 and we only have 30 memberships available. For more details, please phone the office on (07) 3206 7011.

During March we welcomed five Full-time golf, four Part-time golf, one Cadet and two Gold social golf members. Our Kids Club had 24 children enrol and 103 patrons joined our Social membership. Welcome to our new members and we hope you enjoy our wonderful facilities!

Thought of the Day

One of the hardest things for people to do is to compromise their needs, expectations, wants, desires, values and beliefs.  I am not suggesting that any of these are wrong or need to change.  I am suggesting however, that if your unwillingness to be flexible with any of them – other than those that are entrenched in your DNA – you will experience a great deal of frustration, anxiety, stress, resentment and even anger toward others.

RBGC Captains Blog

Captain’s Blog

Golf Queensland is conducting two Club Level Rules Accreditation seminars for those members and visitors who wish to brush up on their knowledge of the Rules of Golf at the Redland Bay Golf Club on 10th and 17th May.  This seminar is free for RBGC members.  See below for more details.

Friday Sweepstakes – This is a 9 hole event  played on a Friday afternoon and is open to all members and visitors with an AGU handicap.  The tee-off time slot is 1.30pm to 2.30pm.  You do not have to book a time to tee-off in this time slot, however, if you choose to play earlier you must contact the Pro-Shop to book in.  

BBQ after Sunday Competition   The Club will soon be trialing a barbecue once a month after Sunday’s comp.  A late afternoon barbeque on the deck with that amazing view will be a great way to unwind and catch up with friends after an enjoyable day of golf.  Remember, this is only a trial, and it’s success will depend on your support.

Good golfing,

Len Sleep (Captain)

March Event Winners & Coming Golf Events

Main Golf Event Winners for March 2011:

Our March Monthly Mug Winner, was Russell Meiers playing off 16 with the best nett score of the day -  65.

Our Monthly Medal Winners were Ian Rodwell off 11 having a nett score of 67 from A Grade. B Grade was Ben Crase playing off 16 with a nett score of 64 and Maurice Schaffer C Grade playing off 20 with a nett score of 69 on a c/b.

Our Ladies Monthly Medal Winners were Wendy Stewart in Div 1 off 16 with a nett score of 71 on a c/b. Div 2 was Kay Langerak off 26 with a nett score of 68 and Margaret Zorin our Div 3 winner with a nett 66.

March also seen Eagles had by Mark Winks, Robbie Dempsey, Albert Penberthy, Michael Kelly, Anthony Squires, David Mc Hugh, Michael Brown, Laurie Holt, Greg Vink, Ryan Mouque, Chris Lambley

Hole in Ones, were had by Peita Zwart  on the 6^th Hole. Robert Rycroft on the 4^th Hole. WELL DONE TO ALL!!

The next Rydges Oasis Sunshine Coast Black Marker Challenge is scheduled for 29 April 2011. The time sheet is now open so get in quick!

Golf Events in April 2011

We have a lot of activity on course this month, outside of the normal club competitions. These include:

• B & D Junior Girsl Pennants - Sunday, 3 April
• Redland RSL Charity Golf Day (Shotgun @ 8am) - Friday, 8 April
• Ladies Pennants - Friday, 15 April
• Qld Senior Teams Event - Friday, 21 April
• Tatts Golf Day (Shotgun 12 noon) - Thursday, 28 April
• Rydges Oasis Sunshine Coast Black Marker Challenge - Friday, 29 April

Good golfing!