What a week we're having! Yesterday, Waitangi Day, the Tee Booking Sheet had just five free tee slots between 6:14am and 4:58pm. That's nearly 11 hours of solid bookings! It was a massive day revenue-wise with the Clubhouse taking in over $10k! For context, this is double what we'd consider to be a big weekend day. Thank you to the weather gods for shining on us all. This weekend's weather looks outstanding also, so get out here! Congratulations to our Junior Inter Club players playing their first competitive golf last Sunday. There are no Inter Club matches this weekend. Our 9H IC Women are at Masterton on Monday, and we'll host our first College Sport Wellington 9H Golf Competition on Monday afternoon. It'll run for five consecutive weeks with a 4pm multi-tee start.

9 Hole Ladies

The 9 hole ladies played the Back 9 on Tuesday. The competition was Par and we were playing the first round of our Medley games. The winner was Elizabeth Wagner on +2, Kath Robinson came in 2nd on +1 on a count back from Chris Suggate. (Cheers Lindsey)

Wednesday Club

Dry, calm, humid conditions were enjoyed by 21 Wed Clubbers. The leading groups completed their rounds in under 4 hours, despite one player winning a ball (and a chocolate) for the most golf. The winner was Mike Cox on +3 continuing his good form from the Vets Tournament last week (he took the wine).  Runner up was Peter Wilcox (2 x balls) on countback with +2 from Fergus McLean and Saint Kennack. Gerd Warnke also received a ball for +1. Derek Fitzgibbon was NTP and scored a Two for 2 balls. The raffle was won by Peter Wilcox and Marcus Henry. (Cheers Ian)

Wednesday Twilight

Another fantastic evening of Twilight golf this week with 37 golfers turning out. Our top performers were:

• Martin Binks,  23
• Tim Brosnahan,  22
• Andrew Gardner,  20
• Aiden Jeanes,  20

Prizes were given out down to 18 stableford points. Thanks to our volunteers on the BBQ and staff in the Clubhouse. (Cheers John S)

PS - Gail's reportedly having a lovely time in Australia!

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Tractor Trouble!

The rough has been growing as a result of our Kubota tractor being broken. Fortunately we are covered by warranty so it’s away being repaired. A replacement arrived today so the rough will be tamed again next week. 

Divots & Pitch Marks

Given the heightened use of our course, it's inevitable we'll have an increase in divots and pitch marks. Our greenskeepers work hard to keep the course in the best condition possible throughout the year, but they do need our help. We all must do our part to take care of and respect our course. We ask our members to do just a few simple things: 

• Replace your divots or fill with sand (i.e. carry a sand bucket) 
• Repair your pitch marks  
• Refrain from practicing on the course – use the practice area 
• If you see an unrepaired divot or pitch mark - please repair 
• If you see someone not complying with the above - have a polite word & let the staff know. 

Doing these things will enhance the quality and enjoyment of our golf, and maintain the morale of our dedicated volunteers & greenkeepers!

Recent damage found on the 17th Hole - (L) Before & (R) After. Thanks to Hector for sending in the image and making the repair.

Clubhouse Volunteers

Our Ladies Club Captain, Denise Marten, is looking to establish a 'House Sub-Committee' to promote and improve the fare and service we all wish to enjoy after golf. She's also seeking a pool of volunteers to help with bartending and food service, particularly during our busy periods, and provide the staff with the level of support they require on occasions to satisfy heavy demand.  Please let Denise know if you're open to helping out (denise@karorigolf.co.nz).

Course Volunteers

A big thank you to the group who have been clearing the wood and debris in the trees between holes 4 & 5. A small amount of debris remains and this should be cleared out this week.

We can always use volunteers on the course so if you are available on an occasional basis to help out please let us know and we will add you to our pool of volunteers. This group is regularly updated about projects and every bit that can be done is a great help.

Tee Bookings

Members are asked to help us ensure we have accurate statistics on the usage of the course in order that the Committee can make informed decisions – to do this we need members to please ensure a tee time is booked for every round played, and that you check-in at the Clubhouse before playing.  Its easy and quick to do in the GolfNZ App, or on our website, and will make sure we comply with Health and Safety by knowing who is on the course at any time.  There are still members just walking onto the course without a booking or checking-in which makes it difficult to marshal efficiently or ensure there is availability for visitor bookings.