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Supporting Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Golf Golf in Exotic Thailand Celebrity Golfer AFL Star David Schwarz

Welcome From The Managing Director Dear Members Welcome to Autumn/Winter 2008 Drummond Club member publication – “Beyond the Fairways”. Firstly I would like to thank you for your ongoing support of both the Drummond Club and Drummond Golf. We now have 39 stores nationwide and I would like to take this opportunity to welcome Shane Hodby Pete’s Golf Mile End in SA, Kevin Norrey Golf Works Woolloongabba QLD and Gary Walsh Golf Works Rockhampton QLD to the Drummond Golf Group and wish them all the very best. We also hope to add another 5 stores to the group this year and good news for golfers in the Apple Isle, we hope to have stores operational in Hobart and Launceston sometime this year.

excellent. Our sp Championship golf courses. The 2 courses at Burapha have been designed to take full The Drummond Club goes from strength to strength as we reach the magical and reminder towas advantage of the beauty20,000 of the land and itsmembers natural features – lakes, hills, a mature mangoes, and expert assistance coco palms and tropical vegetation, all enhanced by skilful landscaping. The East Course staff throughout Patta visit our member website www.drummondclub.com for all the latestfeatures information onsuitedallfor golfers ourofpartner offers. wide fairways and well all levels. local Thai customs an

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DAY 8: Friday 14 March

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of Asia’s most exotic destinations with over 200 golf courses throughout the popular tourist destinations of Pattaya, Bangkok, Hua Hin, Phuket and Chiang Mai. This is a “hot” destination in many ways! A climate that offers year round tropical sunshine and average daily temperatures above 30 degrees. And if you’re a lover of Thai Food, then get ready for a delectable selection of true Thai Cuisine and it’s hot! You can indulge in all your favourite Thai dishes for a fraction of the price back home. The shopping is endless, just name it and you’ll find it… shoes, bags, apparel, and other fashion accessories, with a European influence on style and brands and again at prices you won’t believe! The golf courses are lush and green with the benefit of an abundance of water year-round. You will find tropical tree-lined fairways, medium-fast greens, strategically placed water hazards and bunkers to test your skills.

took a small group on a day trip to experience an Elephant ride and trek through the river

(March 08) coordinated by Thai Golf Tours travelling together with Drummond Club members and their accompanying family and friends. This 12-day tour includes a 6-round Golf Tournament with daily competitions, and winners’ trophies plus prizes for the Overall Individual and Women’s Individual Stableford Competitions. I was given the role of “Social Director” on the tour and coordinated various social activities for both the group and individuals throughout the itinerary, plus took the opportunity to research this exciting destination first-hand. My first visit to Thailand was everything I anticipated and more. Pattaya is certainly not a destination for those seeking a quiet and relaxed retreat, with over 5 Million people in this bustling coastal region and attracting tourists from all over the globe! But if it’s a warm tropical climate you’re looking for, good value for money and the opportunity to combine leisure, sightseeing, shopping and experience Thailand’s best golf courses, then a golf trip to Pattaya, Thailand is definitely worth considering.

DAY 4: Monday 10 March Tournament Round 1, Khao Kheow Country Club: Designed by Pete Dye, this 27-hole golf course is located in the heart of the Pattaya “Golf Strip” and is nestled in a picturesque valley between 2 hills with strong sea breezes prevalent most afternoons. I took the opportunity on this day to organise a day trip to Bangkok for our non-golfers on tour to enjoy some local sightseeing and shopping. A day tour including transport and guide starts from AUD $50-$60 pp.

forest. The tour included a bullock and cart ride, raft ride down stream and lunch – Warm Regards and approx AUD$50 pp. In the evening, the tour participants enjoyed a “Welcome Dinner” at the Resort hosted by Thai Golf Tours, and time for a brief on the Tour and Event Tournament schedule. DAY 3: Sunday 9 March Free Day: A social golf event was planned at Phoenix Golf Club for those interested in a warm-up round or the day was free for some rest and relaxation before the Tournament start on Monday. In the evening, I organised a group dinner outing for all tour participants, starting with pre-dinner drinks poolside, followed by a tour downtown to one of the best Seafood Restaurants overlooking the beachfront pier. A great night enjoyed by all and chance to get acquainted with everyone.

Mark Abeyaratne Managing Director Pattaya Golf Tour, 7-18 March: I joined a recent group golf tour to Pattaya

hazards there is clever use of reeds and heavy rough - rated as one of the best in Pattaya.

DAY 11: Monday 17 March Tournament Round 6, Competition Final, Green Valley: This 18-Hole course was designed by Peter Thomson and Michael Wolveridge and is a “links style” course, beautifully landscaped and is set amongst the gentle sloping hillside, with large rocky outcrops and boulders, watercourses and an abundance of mature trees and colourful flora. The top 8 players with the highest stableford points overall (best 3 scores), then played off for the tittle of Overall Individual Stableford Champion at this final round with DAY 5: Tuesday 11 March additional prizesDavid for 2nd, 3rdmade and 4th place. separate prize division was awarded to the Recruited from Sunbury, hisA AFL Tournament Round 2, Laem Chabang International Country Club: This 27-hole golf leading score for the Women’s Individual Stableford Division also. I scheduled a separate theStableford Melbourne course was designed by the Nicklaus group and has 3 nine holes of the highest debut standard in 1991 for“Team Competition” Football on this day with Club. a prize pool allocated for 1st, 2nd, 3rd and and all different in character, Mountain, Lake and Creek. Laem Chabang is certainly one of place. Our his eventual winners were “Team Albatross” with a score of 55 points. The day Nicknamed “the 4th Ox” for beast-like build the most challenging course layouts, with lakes, pools and streams posing major threats to concluded with a “Presentation Dinner” to award winners, trophies and prizes. Additional and bullocking nature, he was a togreat centre DAY 1: Friday 7 March stray shots and without a doubt one of the most scenic courses in the Pattaya region. novelty prizes were awarded outstanding performances recognised on and off-course Arrival: Land in Bangkok at 08:00am after an overnight direct flight via Thai Airways from such as: Best Hat, Best Dressed, Most Courageous, half-forward or full-forward and in 1994 tookBest Mascot, Good Sport and Night DAY 6: Wednesday 12 March Melbourne (a 9hr flight) and then coach transfer from Bangkok to Pattaya, approximately 2 Owl Award… just to name a few. ents with Former AFL star and Melbourne Football Club vice captain David Schwarz to realise Free Day: Most golfers took-up the opportunity to play an extra round and a social team more marks than AFL great Wayne Carey. He hrs. Bangkok is one of Asia’s busiest cities with over 30 Million people, so traffic conditions event was organised at Siam Country Club. Others chose to take the day off for some local DAY 12: Tuesday 18 March can be chaotic and delays can be expected. However, we had a good run on route to of the games next to visit “Sriracha 100,000 touted as one Departure: Coach transfer from Pattayasuperstars to Bangkok for return flight to Australia. Arrival rtsperson who has taken a keen interest butof this rather, he isPattaya, possessed bysight-seeing the ‘golfi ng Tiger Zoo” which has over 200 Bengal Tigers and was Pattaya. Our in homegolf, for the duration tour was Sabai Lodge an affordable crocodiles or “Nong Nooch Tropical Gardens” where you can see local Thai Cultural showstragically he back in Melbourne3was 10:00pm. knee injuries until suffered serious Hotel conveniently located in the centre of Pattaya and just a short 5 minute walk to and display of Thai orchards and palm gardens. Thai cooking classes are also available. ut this great sport. Mention the wordthegolf and heandis ready to drop everything to talk Beachfront Promenade localpractically Restaurants. The Hotel has 3 swimming pools, all Comments requiring knee re-constructions between February rooms are air-conditioned with cable TV, mini-bars and serviced daily. For dining you have DAY 7: Thursday 13 March Operationally the Tournament, daily coach transfers between Resort and Golf Course and February 1996. He was outsmoothly. of the game f he could play every day he would and fact at totimes this In many ways his hundredsin of local restaurants choose fromputs or the Hotel’s on-siteinto restaurantpractice. and menu Tournament Round 3, Burapha (East Course): Formerly a private member’s1995 club, and organized tee-times all went very The Resort accommodation was comfortable withstruck a relaxed atmosphere daily breakfasts and catering at the Resort Burapha Golf Club has hosted several Thai amateur tournaments and offers 2 x 18 Hole mid 1997. Although selection is excellent. until downand hethereturned

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Cover: Karrie Webb teeing-off at the 7th Hole (sponsored by Drummond Golf)

Autumn/ Winter 2008

his devotion to play it and the shear delight he expresses when discussing it make him a terrific

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Editorial:

The Women’s Open & Drummond Golf

Destination:

Mornington Peninsula, VIC

Golf Days:

What’s coming up and event results

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20 Travel Packages:

The best domestic destinations plus

Thailand & China

21 Health Feature:

Fiona Pike,

Raising awareness about

Skin Cancer

10 Story:

David Schwarz, Golf after the AFL

22 Play “n” Stay Feature:

12 Meet your Franchisee

13 In-store at Drummond Golf:

23 Golf Club Feature:

Product Information and offers

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Radisson Resort Golf Coast,Qld

Pelican Waters, Qld

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to the field and as a testament to his remarkable courage and determination was selected in the Victorian State of Origin Team in 1999. In the same year he also won the Melbourne Football Club Best & Fairest. David retired in 2002 having played 173 games and kicked 253 goals. Post AFL, David has forged a career in sports media which now sees him sharing commitments between being a member of the Channel Seven AFL Commentary team along with Bruce McAvaney & Dennis Cometti and with Melbourne Radio sports station SEN 1116 where he conducts the Run Home program from 4pm7pm Monday to Friday. David says “The team at SEN are fantastic, I am passionate about sport in general although I will admit when I get the chance we will discuss golf as much as possible.”

happening in other area lot about yourself.” A me Golf Club, Eynesbury G David presently plays of a goal to be off a 5 hand has experienced the joy rates his best round, a 7 Links, Legends Course

David’s interest in playing golf began as a 12 year old back in 1984 where he would collect golf balls Like many of us, David i from the trees and scrub around the Goonawarra an addiction. “I gave up Golf Course. “We didn’t have much money in golf”, he laughs. “Golf is hePosture those days”, reflects, “so I would go out and take up and perform we collect up to 400 balls a week, sell them for 50 really work at it. One mo cents to $1 each. This paid for my first set of golf a hold on it and then the clubs and green fees.” He recalls his first game into the scrub and realis of golf at Gisborne Golf Club, “I vividly remember Postcard from Thailand hold of you.” standing on the first tee thinking that this would be easy as I was able to pick most sports up There is no doubt that D successfully. I then proceeded to top the ball off the tee and most of the way around to a score of around 160. I kept trying to lift the ball off the ground and subsequently it caused me to hit the ball on the head all day.” This stark awakening BEYOND THE FAIRWAYS is a Drummond Club Publication. Managed & did not deter him as he played whenever and Produced by Club4Golf Pty Ltd. wherever Printed he could including by Blue Star Print.on the local footy oval. Artwork by Avenue Press Design & Print.

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Since this raw introduction to golf there were Club Contact Details: a couple Drummond of short periods of time away from 03 9565 the game.Tel: One such1410 period occurred during Fax: 03 9543 his playing days with5483 the Melbourne footy club Email: how info@drummondclub.com and highlights an elite sporting career can www.drummondclub.com www.drummondgolf.com impede your day to day life. David reminisces, & editorial correspondence should be directed to “A few of All usadvertising at the club started to play regularly Drummond Club Management. Circulation as a social escape from footy. However on25,000 one copies front of goal during a big though, it is mainly the l particular occasion we got together and played 18 sport that fuel David’s p holes on the morning of a match day. Later that “Socially it is fantastic, h evening we were thumped by our opposition and to all play together. You the footy club banned us from playing golf for a of four either with friend while. I guess they felt that walking the 18 holes new people. I have met was not good for our legs and therefore our footy. corporate days and iden

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Drummond Golf Supports Women’s Golf 2008 MFS Australian Open Wrap Up Congratulations to World No. 3 Karrie Webb who held off Korean Ji-Yai Shin in a nail biting playoff to clinch the 2008 MFS Women’s Australian Open at the second extra hole. Both players started the day level at two under par, one stroke behind Lindsey Wright, before carding the day’s best rounds of six under 67 to finish at eight under for the tournament. Shin was two shots clear after four birdies on the back nine but Webb fought back with a strong birdie finish on 16 and 17 to draw level. On the first playoff hole both players made par but it was Webb who prevailed on the second hole, with her second shot finishing within three metres of the hole to sink a crucial birdie putt and claim back-toback national crowns. English rookie Melissa Reid finished in outright third, after a final round three under 70. Shin’s compatriot Amy Yang finished strong with three birdies to move into fourth place and two under for the tournament. Overnight leader Wright from Victoria, carded two over for the day with bogies on the 1st, 10th and a double on the 18th to finish in a tie for fifth spot at one under with leading amateur Kristie Smith, and Sydney-born veteran Joanne Mills. As an Official Sponsor, Drummond Golf is committed to furthering its support of Australian Women’s Golf and congratulates Golf Australia on the success of the 2008 MFS Women’s Australian Open. Top: Karrie Webb celebrates after clinching her fourth Australian Open . Bottom left: Runner-up Ji-Yai Shin. Bottom right: Nikki Garrett.

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VICTORIA

Feature by Lee Midson

Play Victoria’s Best Links Courses Port Philip’s Mornington Peninsula and Bellarine Peninsula

Victoria is renowned for its great sand-belt courses, but the Coastal regions along The Mornington Peninsula and Bellarine Peninsula offer some of the best “Links” courses in Victoria and arguably the best in Australia! Today there is a plethora of private and public golf courses to be found on both Peninsulas including such well-known courses as “Moonah Links” – Home of the 2003 and 2005 Australian Open. Located just 1 hour’s drive from Melbourne’s CBD the two Peninsulas form the East and West Coastlines around Port Phillip Bay and are regular weekend holiday destinations for many Melburnians, but now also popular golf destinations for short and long stays. For interstate visitors, a golf tour combining both Peninsulas will be a great golfing adventure and a tour to remember. On a 7 or 10 night golf trip you could play a different golf course everyday, or include other leisure activities such as wine touring, sailing, fishing, swimming, diving, or plan a day tour along Victoria’s spectacular Great Ocean road and take in the sights of the coastal townships of Lorne, Apollo Bay and Port Campbell.

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Mornington Peninsula

(East Coast)

Moonah Links Peter Thomson Drive, Fingal Located in the heart of the Mornington Peninsula, Moonah Links is regarded as the “Home of Australian Golf”. Moonah Links was host venue for the 2003 and 2005 Australian Opens and now host to the “Moonah Classic” – a new co-sanctioned Australasian PGA Tour and Nationwide Tour tournament held this year between 21-24 February with one of the largest prize pools on the Nationwide Tour totalling AUD$850,000. This annual tournament is scheduled to return again to Moonah Links in 2009 and 2010. This state of the art facility has two 18-hole Championship courses: “The Open” designed by Peter Thomson and “The Legends” designed by Ross Perrett. The “Open Course”, was designed specifically for a National Championship, offering spectacular viewing and is one of the longest courses in Australia. At 6,829 metres from the black tees, this Championship course boasts a natural stadium layout with undulating fairways of pure couch grass, punctuated with pot bunkers and leading onto large multi-tiered greens. At 5,881 from the white tees, this course can be enjoyed by golfers of all levels and superior course conditions ensure year round playability. In contrast to the Open course, the “Legends Course” offers a more friendly golfing experience for players of all ages and abilities. The course is a loop of 18 holes that generally follow the surrounding valleys through a variety of landscapes including the Moonah Woodlands to the open links land. The fairways are generous and the putting surfaces gentle, but the bunkering style is bold and wild in appearance. At 6,320 metres, the course is fun but won’t be a pushover. The name “Moonah Links” was actually derived from the ancient “Moonah Trees” which are indigenous to the area and Victoria’s Coastal regions. This spectacular tree is a prominent feature and adds a distinctive Australian character to the “Links” style and design at Moonah Links. Both courses are public-access enabling golfers of all levels to enjoy this outstanding facility all year round. Drummond Club Member Offer: • Free motorised cart applicable with full paying green fee – valid 7 days. NB: Not valid wth any other offers. Golf bookings Tel: 5988 2088

Peppers Moonah Links Resort Peter Thomson Drive, Fingal Conveniently located on-site is the stylish Peppers Moonah Links Resort. This luxury resort offers 98 guest rooms and suites that feature balconies taking in the stunning vistas over both the Legends and Open courses, or the surrounding landscaped gardens. Designed to harmonise with the beauty of the coastal dunes and surrounding Moonah Woodlands, the resort has been constructed with natural timbers and clean design lines. The rooms are contemporary in design and furnished with warm earthy tones using rich leathers and textured fabrics. The variety of room types are ideal for couples, families or group golf trips. In particular the new “Open Suites” overlooking the Open course are perfect for golfing groups. This new complex comprises 3 wings. Each wing accommodates 12 Open Suites with individual terrace or deck and a large common area for group BBQ’s with kitchen and lounge area, LCD TV and DVD/CD player. Other facilities and guest services include the Endota Day Spa where you can indulge in an extensive range of spa and beauty treatments. There is also a heated swimming pool, tennis courts and conference facilities. You can also enjoy dining at “Pebbles Restaurant” which overlooks the Open course and has a delectable modern Australian menu with a focus on regional produce – open 7 days for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Drummond Club Member Offer: • Contact Lee at The Drummond Club for the latest “Stay ‘n’ Play” packages and winter specials available to Drummond Club members.

Peninsula Hot Springs Springs Lane, Rye After a hard day on the golf course, do as the Japanese do – relax in the steaming, invigorating geothermal waters at Peninsula Hot Springs, just five minutes around the corner from Moonah Links. Set in a picturesque Japanese style setting, the natural rock pools are continuously flowing with fresh, geothermally heated, mineral rich waters from deep under ground. The hot springs have five public thermal pools, private outdoor and indoor pools, a sauna and a plunge pool, whilst the Spa Dreaming Centre has 18 Picture: Moonah Links

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destination feature cont. massage tables and offers treatments ranging from 45 minute tone-ups to five hours of relaxation bliss. There is also a fully licensed café.

Sorrento Golf Club Langford Road, Sorrento

Perhaps the golfers will play golf whilst non-golfing partners would prefer the relaxation route. Packages can be tailored to everyone’s desires. Tel: 5950 8712 to arrange your own private package with the Groups Team. Drummond Club Member Offer: • 30 minutes private indoor or outdoor bathing for two, a 45 minute therapeutic massage, a refreshing fresh juice in the café, plus a FREE $30 value return pass to the public pools for each person. TOTAL PACKAGE PRICE: $255 for two. If booked mid-week (Tue to Thu) price reduced to $229.50. Advance bookings are essential except for public bathing

Eagle Ridge Golf Club Browns Road, The Cups This private club’s historic origins date back to 1907 when it was formerly known as The Sorrento and Portsea Golf Club. This 18-hole course is a well-groomed hilly course, with all-year round playability, set on a sand and limestone base. Its generous fairways and roughs are surrounded by densely wooded plantations, and the bent grass greens will ensure a challenging experience. In particular, the par 3’s are a feature at Sorrento and the 2nd hole is one of the best. The green is narrow at the front with deep bunkers on the right side and a hollow on the left. A difficult green to hit as the wind is usually against or across - par is a good score here! Drummond Club Member Offer: • Mid-week Green Fee $40 pp (excludes weekends & public holidays Golf bookings Tel: 5984 2626

Voted in 2003 as one of Australia’s “Top 25 Public Access Golf Courses” by readers of Golf Magazine. This 18-hole Championship golf course, designed by Kevin Hartley, is located in the heart of The Cups region on the Mornington Peninsula and is a popular choice for golfers of all levels. Regarded as one of the premier golf courses on the Peninsula, the course recently underwent extensive course renovations on both fairways and greens and the new design is sure to attract great interest for those keen to revisit this favourite course. Eagle Ridge recently re-opened on 1st March 2008 and has some great “Winter Specials” available.

The Dunes Golf Links 335 Browns Road, Rye

Drummond Club Member Offer: • Special Introductory 2 for 1 Green Fee Voucher (valid once per membership). • Further visits – High Season Save 15% on green fees and cart hire and Low Season Save 5% on green fees (offers valid weekends only) Golf bookings Tel: 5988 6341

Portsea Golf Club, Relph Avenue, Portsea Designed by renowned golf architect, Tony Cashmore, the Dunes Golf Links has been ranked as high as #17 in Australia and voted #1 public access course in Australia by readers of Golf Magazine. Set amidst more than 150 hectares of rolling coastal sand hills in ‘The Cups’ region of the Mornington Peninsula, the 27-hole golf facility at The Dunes is regarded as one of Australia’s premier public access golf courses.

Established in 1923, this private 18-hole Championship Course has been rated within the Top 25 private golf courses in Australia. The course is set amongst rolling sand dunes and coastal vegetation with spectacular views across Port Phillip Bay and has been host to several prestigious amateur and professional events such as the Victorian Open, Victorian Amateur Championship, and the Australian Interstate Teams Championship. The most famous tournament on the club’s golfing calendar is the annual Portsea ProAm held in January each year. Recent design improvements combined with strategic bunkering, undulating Santa Ana couch fairways and slick greens make Portsea an enjoyable challenge for golfers of all standards. Drummond Club Member Offer: • Green Fee $40 pp (Valid Sunday to Friday). Golf bookings Tel: 03 5984 2909 6

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The 18-hole Championship course has been designed to exploit the natural beauty of the terrain, whilst providing a true test of skill and judgment for golfers of every level. At 6,409 metres in length, the sloping fairways meander through undulating knolls and ridges, leading to expansive greens that are typically sheltered in a natural amphitheatre or exposed on elevated promontories to the full force of the elements. Another glorious feature of the course, the trademark natural bunkering and prevalence of native grasses ensure every aspect of your game is relentlessly challenged, with the rough tormenting any player who ventures wide of the fairway. The constantly changing contours ensure that each hole is as individual as they are demanding, while the unpredictable weather of Bass Strait further accentuates the rich and varied character of The Dunes Golf Links. The 9-hole Cups course is a delightful par 33 and very popular with juniors and local residents and a great facility for all the family. Drummond Club Member Offer: • Mid-Week Green Fee $40 pp (excludes weekends and public holidays. Golf bookings Tel: 5985 1334

Bellarine Peninsula (West Coast) A convenient way to travel across Port Philip Bay between the East and West Coasts (bypassing Melbourne City) is to take the car and passenger ferry service, that operates daily between the townships of Sorrento on the East Coast and Queenscliff on the West Coast. This service departs on the hour every hour from both ports between 7am–6pm, and operates extended hours over the summer season. A fee for a one-way journey for a passenger car is $55 per vehicle plus a passenger fee. Travel time is approximately 40 minutes and the trip by sea offers an excellent viewing platform of Port Philip Bay and the “Heads” as you cross the Bay.

13th Beach Golf Links Barwon Heads Rd, Barwon Heads Located just 20 minutes drive from the seaport of Queenscliff and just over an hour’s drive from Melbourne is 13th Beach Golf Links, overlooking the majestic Barwon Heads coastline. The Thirteenth Beach Golf Links complex includes two 18-hole golf courses, practice facilities, modern Clubhouse, restaurant and stylish on-course accommodation at The Hawthorn Suites The precinct has private access to one of the finest surf beaches on the coast – 13th Beach. Set on 550 acres, this 36-hole premium golf course development offers two magnificent courses and arguably some of the best par 3’s in the world. The “Beach Course”, designed by Tony Cashmore offers a challenge for those who enjoy a true links-style course, and has just been ranked the 17th Best Golf Course in Australia by Golf Australia Magazine, January 2008. In contrast, the Nick Faldo-designed “Creek Course” offers a park-land golf experience, and is Faldo’s first golf design project in Australia.

a 20 metre outdoor swimming pool, indoor roman spa, tennis courts and walking tracks to one of the regions best surf beaches, 13th Beach. A purpose built conference centre is at the forefront of design and flexibility with the capacity to cater up to 200 people. A main function room with two breakout rooms all provide natural light and landscaped views of the golf course. A large open plan lounge and bar area with open fireplace completes this warm and stylish venue. Groups are welcome with the opportunity to provide exclusive use of the function centre, lounge-bar area and assistance with organising charity or corporate golf days and special events. The accommodation options are ideal for a weekend getaway, couples retreat or a group golf trip with friends. The 2 bedroom apartments are especially ideal for groups looking for 2-share or 4-share options and are spacious in size and fully self-contained. Nearby attractions include pristine beaches, wineries, restaurants and the start of The Great Ocean Road from Torquay is only 20 minutes away. Drummond Club Member Offer: • Contact Lee at The Drummond Club for the latest “Stay ‘n’ Play” packages

The Sands Torquay

Thirteenth Beach Golf Links also showcases some of the finest Bellarine food & wine at its Clubhouse restaurant. Led by Executive Chef Katherine Rossack, the restaurant offers sweeping views across the sand dunes and lagoons and is open for breakfast and lunch daily and dinner on Friday and Saturday nights The Clubhouse is also a popular venue for private functions and corporate golf days. The local township of Barwon Heads, only 5 mins drive away, is known as the “village by the sea”. Offering a relaxed and casual seaside atmosphere, family friendly beaches and riverfront it also provides a great range of restaurants, shopping and cafes. This coastal town was also the setting for the popular ABC TV series “Sea Change”. In fact the old pier and boathouse is now a popular local restaurant and has stunning views over the Barwon Heads River and beachfront. Drummond Club Member Offer: • Mid-week Green Fee: $49 pp (Beach or Creek Course) • Weekend Green Fee: $58 pp (Beach or Creek Course) For Bookings Tel: 5254 2922

Hawtorn Suites at 13th Beach Barwon Heads Rd, Barwon Heads Conveniently located onsite at 13th Beach Golf Links is Hawthorn Suites. This new 4 ½ star resort is nestled amongst the sand dunes and comprises of 60 fully self contained one, two and three bedroom apartments all superbly appointed with private balconies and views Each spacious apartment has a fully equipped kitchen, separate bedroom and living area, flat screen LCD TV’s, DVD/CD player and individual air conditioning. Resort facilities include

This private 18-hole golf course is perched on the north headland of Australia’s surfing mecca, Torquay Beach. Designed by Stuart Appleby (the first for Appleby), this Championship course hugs the Torquay coastline in true “links style” and will challenge golfers of all levels. The course offers five tee positions, pitching and putting greens, driving range and Pro Shop. Located on-site is Peppers The Sands Resort Torquay offering a new standard of accommodation for leisure travellers. The resort offers spacious accommodation layouts complete with private balconies to capitalise on the stunning vistas, tasteful furnishings and modern conveniences such as flat-screen LCD’s. Suites offer separate lounge and dining spaces with premium facilities to enhance the relaxed nature of this must-visit destination. Guests can enjoy playing this private Championship course and other resort facilities including indoor lap pool, gymnasium and the resorts’ signature restaurant “Hanners”. The historical seaside resort of Torquay is just 5 minutes drive away where you can enjoy an array of local restaurants and cafes or explore the region’s boutique wineries. Torquay is also the official start of one of Australia’s most spectacular coastal drives. The “Great Ocean Road’ meanders for 200 kilometres through breathtaking scenery including the Otway Ranges and the Shipwreck before you reach the iconic “Twelve Apostles”. Drummond Club Member Offer: • Contact Lee at The Drummond Club for the latest “Stay ‘n’ Play” packages So whether you’re planning a day trip or longer stay with family and friends, there is an abundance of great golf courses to choose from and Drummond Club members enjoy some great savings with our Drummond Club Golf Course and Accommodation partners.

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2008 DRUMMOND GOLF & GOLF MAGAZINE NATIONAL EVENT SERIES Major Sponsors

2008 Drummond Golf & Golf Magazine National Event Series Our 2008 National Event Series kicked off in March 2008, and for the first time we will have a total of 8 State Finalists to represent all states of Australia (including Tasmania this year) to compete for the title of 2008 National Champion! See our 2008 schedule for further details on the dates and venues for our 8 Major State Qualifying Events. Additional social golf events will also be available to members in all states – visit www.drummondclub.com (Golf Events) for all the latest event information. We look forward to seeing you there!

2008 Drummond Golf & Golf Magazine National Event Series – Schedule MTH

DATE

DAY

GOLF COURSE

STATE

Mar

14th

Fri

Gold Creek Golf & Country Club

ACT

Apr

22nd Tue

Eynesbury

VIC

May

18th

Sun

The Vines (Ellenbrook Course)

Jul Aug

13th 3rd 21st

Sun Sun Thu

Darwin RAAF North Lakes Riverside Golf & Country Club

NT QLD SA

Sep

25th

Thu

Twin Creeks

NSW

Oct

2nd

Fri

Royal Hobart (TBC)

TAS

ACT, Gold Creek Country Club, Friday 14th March 2008 – ACT State Qualifying Event Our 2008 ACT State Qualifying Event was held for the 2nd year at Gold Creek Country Club, a popular choice by ACT members. Brett Ogle joined us for this auspicious occasion and was certainly in fine form for this competition round. Pre-event, players enjoyed product demonstrations on the driving range by Callaway and Titleist. On the putting green, TaylorMade presented their latest release of the new “TaylorMade Burner Golf Ball” and all players received a complimentary sample of the Burner golf ball to trial on-course. Flexiway (National Event Series Major Sponsor) also attended the event, sponsoring a Long Drive competition on the day and also provided complimentary golf balls at registration for all players. Oakley also joined us out on course, sponsoring a NTP and product promotion of their latest range of Oakley eyewear and footwear. On the day we had a final field of 53 players and the competition round concluded with a sumptuous BBQ lunch to celebrate the winning scores. Congratulations to our Winner of the Individual Stableford Competition and our 2008 ACT State Finalist, Stephen Frost (shown left with Brett Ogle), with a score of 46 points. Stephen is also an ACT State and District Cricketer.

NATIONAL FINAL EVENT: Thursday Oct 30th at The Heritage (St Johns) Yarra Valley Vic. Entry forms are available at all Drummond Golf stores or www.drummondclub.com Please note: Events are subject to change. Please check website for updates.

1st Place in Team Stableford Competition went to Keith North, Robert Dillon, Glenn Gooch and Scott Gooch

ACT Event participants

Score 57 points.

Anthony,

Thank you for advising of my recent win in the Drummond’s golf day at St Andrew’s Beach (29/2/08). It is the first I have won so all those lessons with Mark Allen and Brian Fitzgerald are paying off!! I better give them some of the wine that I have won.

Just a quick thank you for last Friday’s event (ACT Gold Creek 14/3/08).

In fact a group of us are off in April with Mark Allen and David Wren to play Torrey Pines, watch the US Masters and then play Pebble Beach. How good is that ! Can’t wait. I had a good time with Tony, Jason and Lung (pronounced Loo!) and we believe that St Andrew’s Beach is like driving a Maserati and is right up there with the other good fun courses and pretty hard as well. Thanks again Anthony, book me in for the next one! Paul Fraser (VIC)

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work, I’m hoping for some relief soon. The boys have been calling me “Triple R” for “Ross River Rennie” – swines ha! ha!

We have had numerous customers come back All the best Lee & we’ll look forward to into the store over the weekend commenting seeing you in May @ The Vines.... on how they enjoyed the day. Cheers Comments included: Very well organised, Arran Rennie (WA) great prizes, incredible lunch etc. Again I would like to thank The Drummond Club, •••••••••• yourself and Brett for a very well run day. We Hi Anthony, can’t wait until the next event. Just a quick note to say what a great job Rod, Drummond Golf Fyshwick (ACT) you did at Macquaire Links the other day (26/2/2008). From start to finish the day was •••••••••• perfect. G’Day Lee, Thanks again for organising a fantastic day at Meadow Springs in WA, the lads and I had a great time, the accommodation (at Seashells Resort Mandurah) was top notch too. My mozzi bites are driving me crazy today at

See you in Canberra on the 14th March! Regards Paul Theodore (NSW)

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2008 Drummond Club Social Golf Days Throughout 2008, Drummond Club members can also enjoy participating in a series of “social club events” in all states. Members and guests are welcome, and the emphasis is a fun competition and social day where groups of 4 can enjoy playing as a team and compete in both our Individual and Team Stableford competitions. WA, Mandurah: Meadow Springs Golf Club, Sunday 18th February 2008 A capacity “sell-out” field of 144 players joined us for our first event of the 2008 season and first WA event at Meadow Springs Golf Club located in Mandurah (just 1 hour south of Perth CBD). Designed by Robert Trent Jones Jnr, this Championship course was one of the first resort style golf courses to be established in WA in the early 1990’s and is regarded as one of WA’s premier public access courses. Fine weather conditions prevailed on the day and pre-event, players enjoyed a warm-up on the driving range and the opportunity to test-drive the latest golf equipment from Callaway, PING, Wilson, and Cleveland. Titliest also provided a FREE golf ball fitting and a bonus 2-ball Titleist sample pack for all players.

A notable arrival on the day and making a stunning entrance, was “Mr” Lindsay Taylor (Drummond Golf WA Staff ) wearing a custom made “pink” skirt with matching shirt and cap! Keeping with traditions in the West, the staff member with the lowest score from the previous event is required to dress in a pink ensemble of their choice. Unfortunately for Lindsay he has won this prestigious prize now for the 2nd time in a row, so we look forward to seeing his next fashionable creation at our WA event in May at the Vines. Also joining us on the day was Chris Fox from McLaren Vale III Associates (Drummond Club Winery Partner and Event Sponsor). After the competition round, Chris provided players with complimentary glasses of wine to sample their latest release of “Squid Ink and Four Play” Shiraz from McLaren Vale SA. Big “gutsy McLaren Vale reds” were a fitting finish to a great competition round and our special thanks to Chris for his participation and generous support on the day. Congratulations to Aaron Newman (shown left with David Been Drummond Golf WA). Individual Stableford Winner with a score of 44 points. Aaron was also our 2006 WA State Finalist. 1st Place Team Stableford Division went to Bob O’Neil, Natalie & Mark Stephens and Bruce Crombie. Score 56 points.

NSW, Sydney: Macquarie Links International Golf Club, Thursday 26th February 2008 Our first NSW event for the 2008 season was held at Macquarie Links International Golf Club. Macquarie Links is a private golf club and the course layout and design is based on a traditional “links” style and offers a challenging experience for all levels. This venue has been a popular choice by NSW members each year and so we returned once again to kick off our NSW events for our 4th season at this Championship course. A full field of 120 players participated on the day and pre-event, players enjoyed product demonstrations by TaylorMade, Callaway and Wilson. The competition round concluded with a sumptuous BBQ buffet lunch enjoyed by all and the final scores on the day reflected a tight competition in both the Individual and Team Stableford divisions. Congratulations to Craig Layton, Individual Stableford Winner with a score of 42 points on countback. 1st Place Team Stableford Division went to Jim Murphy, Craig Layton, Kevin Wortes and Jason Braund (Drummond Golf Dee Why). Score 55 points

VIC, Mornington Peninsula: St Andrews Golf Club, Friday 29th February 2008 We ventured down to Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula for our first VIC social event for the 2008 season at St Andrews Golf Club, located in the famous “Cups” region on the Mornington Peninsula. St Andrews is the latest golf course development on the Peninsula, designed by internationally renowned golf course architect Tom Doak. The course and has been carefully crafted taking full advantage of the natural landscape with a layout similar to the great “Links” coastal courses in the United Kingdom. Access by non-members is strictly limited, however we had the opportunity invite a group of 60 Drummond Club members and guests to enjoy a social event and competition round on this challenging course. Certainly a great experience and opportunity for members. Congratulations to Paul Fraser, Individual Stableford Winner with a score of 39 points.

FORTHCOMING 2008 DRUMMOND CLUB SOCIAL EVENTS MTH

DATE

DAY

GOLF COURSE

STATE

April

27th

Sun

Royal Pines Resort

QLD

May

4th

Sun

Lake Albert Golf Club

25th

Sun

Bright Golf Club

VIC

June 8th

Sun

Sea Temple Golf & Country Club

QLD

20th

Fri

Kooindah Waters

NSW

July

15th

Tue

Kingston Heath

VIC

Sep

21st

Sun

Araluen Golf Resort

Oct

10th

Fri

Gold Creek Country Club

ACT

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celebrity golfer Feature and photographs by Sam Gole

DAVID SCHWARZ: Golf after the AFL You only need to spend a few moments with Former AFL star and Melbourne Football Club vice captain David Schwarz to realise that he is not just another elite sportsperson who has taken a keen interest in golf, but rather, he is possessed by the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;golfing bugâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and seriously passionate about this great sport. Mention the word golf and he is practically ready to drop everything to talk about it, to watch it and to play it. If he could play every day he would and in fact at times puts this into practice. In many ways his positive attitude towards the sport, his devotion to play it and the shear delight he expresses when discussing it make him a terrific ambassador for the game of golf.

I would trade in my 2000 AFL Grand Final appearance to be a scratch handicap golfer David Schwarz

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Recruited from Sunbury, David made his AFL debut in 1991 for the Melbourne Football Club. Nicknamed “the Ox” for his beast-like build and bullocking nature, he was a great centre half-forward or full-forward and in 1994 took more marks than AFL great Wayne Carey. He was touted as one of the games next superstars until tragically he suffered 3 serious knee injuries requiring knee re-constructions between February 1995 and February 1996. He was out of the game until mid 1997. Although struck down he returned to the field and as a testament to his remarkable courage and determination was selected in the Victorian State of Origin Team in 1999. In the same year he also won the Melbourne Football Club Best & Fairest. David retired in 2002 having played 173 games and kicked 253 goals. Post AFL, David has forged a career in sports media which now sees him sharing commitments between being a member of the Channel Seven AFL Commentary team along with Bruce McAvaney & Dennis Cometti and with Melbourne Radio sports station SEN 1116 where he conducts the Run Home program from 4pm7pm Monday to Friday. David says “The team at SEN are fantastic, I am passionate about sport in general although I will admit when I get the chance we will discuss golf as much as possible.” David’s interest in playing golf began as a 12 year old back in 1984 where he would collect golf balls from the trees and scrub around the Goonawarra Golf Course. “We didn’t have much money in those days”, he reflects, “so I would go out and collect up to 400 balls a week, sell them for 50 cents to $1 each. This paid for my first set of golf clubs and green fees.” He recalls his first game of golf at Gisborne Golf Club, “I vividly remember standing on the first tee thinking that this would be easy as I was able to pick most sports up successfully. I then proceeded to top the ball off the tee and most of the way around to a score of around 160. I kept trying to lift the ball off the ground and subsequently it caused me to hit the ball on the head all day.” This stark awakening did not deter him as he played whenever and wherever he could including on the local footy oval. Since this raw introduction to golf there were a couple of short periods of time away from the game. One such period occurred during his playing days with the Melbourne footy club and highlights how an elite sporting career can impede your day to day life. David reminisces, “A few of us at the club started to play regularly as a social escape from footy. However on one particular occasion we got together and played 18 holes on the morning of a match day. Later that evening we were thumped by our opposition and the footy club banned us from playing golf for a while. I guess they felt that walking the 18 holes was not good for our legs and therefore our footy. Fortunately this was relaxed soon after when golf carts became available at various golf courses.” These days David plays around 70 rounds per year which is made up of approximately 20 corporate events plus a weekly social game every Thursday morning. He states, “My Thursday game of golf is vital to create a balanced lifestyle between work, family and some time just for me. The golf course is a great place to think, to contemplate and put into perspective things

happening in other areas of your life. You learn a lot about yourself.” A member at Keysborough Golf Club, Eynesbury Golf Course & Settlers Run, David presently plays off a handicap of 8 and has a goal to be off a 5 handicap by Christmas. He has experienced the joy of shooting under par and rates his best round, a 71 off the stick at Moonah Links, Legends Course in 2006. Like many of us, David is drawn to the sport like an addiction. “I gave up the punt and took up golf”, he laughs. “Golf is the only sport I couldn’t take up and perform well at straight away. I had to really work at it. One moment you think you have a hold on it and then the next shot you schanck it into the scrub and realise that ‘no’ the game has hold of you.” There is no doubt that David’s competitive nature lured him to golf. He wants to defeat the golf course and anyone he plays with… in a friendly way though. As he stands on the tee ready to blast another 260m plus drive, the focus and steely desire remind you of the determined young man lining up from the 50m arc in front of goal during a big game day. Surprisingly though, it is mainly the lifestyle aspects of the sport that fuel David’s passion to play. He says, “Socially it is fantastic, handicaps assist everyone to all play together. You can play in a group of four either with friends or to meet up with new people. I have met some great people at corporate days and identified that playing golf can also be a wonderful networking tool. It’s the serenity, tranquillity of being out there. You might play footy but you don’t travel to Queensland to see a footy ground, but with golf you can travel intrastate, interstate & overseas and visit incredible golf courses and destinations, golf is reasonably unique in that way. I have been fortunate to travel and play golf in Hawaii, Las Vegas, Spain & Thailand plus we make regular visits with friends and family to the

I gave up the punt and took up golf

Gold Coast golf courses and an annual getaway over the Melbourne Cup weekend to the Murray River region where we can all blend plenty of golf with some winery inspections.” David is also planning a group golfing tour to New Zealand later this year to play Cape Kidnappers and Kauri Cliffs. He rates his most memorable golfing experience as playing 9 holes with Ernie Els & 18 holes with Sergio Garcia during the Pro Am at the 2002 Johnny Walker Classic at The Vines, WA. He says “Their ball striking was incredible, they could make the ball move as they liked and they were both great people to play with.” During our conversation he boldly stated “I would trade in my 2000 AFL Grand Final appearance to be a scratch handicap golfer” and then immediately expanded further, “I would trade my AFL career for a career as a pro golfer”. The longevity of playing career, low injury risk, travel experience, financial rewards where the main reasons given but also having played a team sport he acknowledged that it would be good to play an individual sport where your own decisions only affect yourself.

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Feature Franchise

WE’LL LIFT YOUR GAME

Danny Dawson & Alan Bult: Drummond Golf Chadstone (Vic) Please Note: New store opening late April ADDRESS:

PHONE: FAX:

1030 Dandenong Road Carnegie, VIC 3163

03 9568 4949

EMAIL:

03 9568 4939

chadstone@drummondgolf.com

FRANCHISEES:

Danny Dawson (left) and Alan Bult

Danny Dawson and Alan Bult have both been keen golfers from a young age and both have extensive experience in running small businesses. Danny’s background is in sales and marketing, having not only owned his own manufacturing business, but also worked with a number of companies in the role of National Sales and Marketing Manager. Danny has been a member of Commonwealth Golf Club for 27 years and plays off a handicap of 10. Alan has worked as a Veterinary Surgeon for over 25 years and has owned multiple practices. Although still working as a Vet, Alan recently decided to follow his passion and take a more active role in the golf industry. Alan is a member of Kingston Heath and plays off a handicap of 14. With extensive knowledge of the technology now available in the market and both partners playing off mid range handicaps, they are not only able to advise the low handicappers but uniquely understand the challenges that face the average golfer and what can be achieved by utilising this technology with correctly fitted equipment to maximise your enjoyment of the game. So why not call in at Chadstone and experience the Drummond Golf way. Danny, Alan and their staff are more than happy to help you lift your game.

Wayne Tardrew and David & Sara Breen: Drummond Golf Cannington (WA) ADDRESS:

PHONE: FAX:

Shop MM108 Westfield Carousel 1382 Albany Hwy Cannington WA 6107

08 9311 7200

EMAIL:

08 9311 7299

cannington@drummondgolf.com

FRANCHISEES: Wayne

Tardrew (pictured here) and David & Sara Breen

Please Note: New store opening May ADDRESS:

Unit 2/1264 Albany Hwy Cannington WA 6107

ALL OTHER DETAILS REMAIN THE SAME.

Wayne joined Sara and David Breen at Drummond Golf in Western Australia in August 2003. December that year, the Cannington store was opened, which is where Wayne currently manages. With 15 years experience in the golf industry and after two years as Professional Golf Trainee at Collier Park and Wanneroo Golf Courses, Wayne joined Precision Golf Forging Pty Ltd and remained with them for nearly nine years as a company representative. Wayne’s keen interest in golf started in Victoria in 1986. Having followed his father and uncle around the golf course on a few occasions, the bug bit and after two years of junior golf at the Werribee Park Golf Club, he and his family moved to Perth where he and his younger brother Lance joined the Wanneroo Golf Club. Following a second and third place in the Wanneroo and Joondalup Junior Opens, with a hole in one the highlight, Wayne went on to represent the club in junior and senior pennant sides for the next ten years and also played in numerous tournaments around the state. With a handicap of one Wayne commenced a PGA Traineeship at the Wanneroo Golf Club only to find that his real calling was in the sales area of the golf industry, and following nine years in the golf wholesale industry he was head-hunted to join David and Sara in their Drummond Golf Franchise venture in Western Australia. Having purchased his first ever golf bag from the Drummond Golf city store in Melbourne it must have been fate. So why not call in at Cannington and experience the Drummond Golf way. Wayne and his staff are more than happy to help you lift your game.

Michael Loughland: Drummond Golf Newcastle (NSW) ADDRESS:

PHONE: FAX:

58 Northcott Drive, Kotara NSW 2289

EMAIL:

02 4957 8844 02 4957 9395

FRANCHISEE:

newcastle@drummondgolf.com Michael Loughland

Michael has been a Professional Golfer since 1984 after successfully completing his traineeship at The Royal Sydney Golf Club for 3 years. After completing his traineeship, Michael competed on the Australian, New Zealand, South Pacific and Asian Tours for 5 years, where he was the winner of 17 Pro-Am Tournaments and set 3 course records. Michael held the position of Club Professional in Albury for 5 years, before spending the last 15 years establishing successful retail golf stores from scratch in Hobart and Newcastle. The latest, being Drummond Golf in Kotara, Newcastle

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Are you planning your next golf trip or a weekend escape? Our golf packages can be tailored to suit your specific individual and/or group requirements with our extensive range of Golf Course and Accommodation partners. For further information on our complete range of golf travel packages, please contact Lee at the Drummond Club on Tel: (03) 9565 1415.

Yarra Valley, VIC

The Sebel Heritage FROM $199* pp, per night (twin share) Overnight accommodation in a deluxe room, gourmet country style buffet breakfast in Bella Restaurant, choice of 1 round of golf per person on either the Jack Nicklaus – St John Course or Tony Cashmore – Henley Course inc shared motorized cart. A bottle of Yarra Valley wine on arrival and access to an array of recreational facilities. BONUS OFFER - $20 Gift Voucher pp/per stay to spend on food & beverages during your stay. Valid 7 days a week.

Mornington Peninsula ,VIC

Peppers Moonah Links resort 1 night / 1 round from just $230 pp (mid-week/twin-share) includes: Overnight accommodation in 1 bed suite for two, 1 round of 18 holes per person (Open or Legends Course) inc shared motorized cart. Plus a complimentary bottle of Mornington Peninsula wine on arrival. Additional golf rounds available at: Moonah Links, Eagle Ridge, The Dunes, Sorrento or Portsea.

13th Beach, VIC

Hawthorn Suites 2 nights / 2 rounds from just $230 pp (4-share) includes: 2 nights’ accommodation for 4 in a 2-bedroom apartment and 2 rounds of golf per person at 13th Beach Golf Resort Includes cart hire Creek and Beach courses

Bridport, Tas

Barnbougle Dunes 2 nights / 2 rounds from just $295 pp (4-share) includes: 2 nights’ accommodation for 4 in a 2 bed cottage, 2 rounds of 18 holes per person PLUS a complimentary course guide booklet per person

Sunshine Coast, QLD

Noosa Springs Resort 2 nights / 1 round from just $260 pp (4-share) 2 nights’ accommodation in a 2 bed apartment for four, daily full breakfast, and 1 round of 18 holes per person inc shared motorized cart, plus a bonus 1/2 hour group coaching clinic. Optional golf rounds available at: Club Pelican and Twin Waters.

Hunter Valley, NSW

Cypress Lakes Resort

THAILAND: Group Golf Tour OCT 2008 Thailand is one of the most exciting golf destinations in Asia and offers over 200 golf courses in the popular tourist destinations of Pattaya, Bangkok, Hua Hin, Phuket and Chiang Mai. Due to popular demand, we are pleased to announce the NEXT THAILAND GOLF TOUR IS SCHEDULED FOR OCTOBER 2008 and Drummond Club members and guests are welcome. Sample tour itinerary as follows:

Pattaya 12 Day Tour – Departs Friday, 10th Oct ‘08 Day 1: Flight to Bangkok and transfer to Pattaya Day 2: Free Day. Welcome BBQ (evening) Day 3: Free Day Day 4: Golf at Burapha West Course Day 5: Golf at Laem Chabang International Country Club Day 6: Free Day Day 7: Golf at Natural Park Resort Day 8: Golf at Natural Park Hills Day 9: Free Day Day 10: Golf at Eastern Star Day 11: Golf at Burapha. Presentation Dinner (evening) Day 12: Transfer to Bangkok and return flight to Australia

Package Price: from * $2,395 (twin-share) and * $2,595 (single) *Plus departure taxes. Includes: Return economy airfares (ex Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne & Perth), 11 nights’ accommodation at Sabai Lodge (large pool deluxe room), daily breakfasts, return airport/hotel transfers, 6 rounds of golf, caddies & motorised carts, all transfers to/from golf courses. Welcome BBQ on arrival, presentation dinner on final golf day and tour escorted by accompanying guide.

CHINA: Special add-on package OCT 2008 Experience the incredible Mission Hills region in China, with 12x18-hole golf courses to choose from! This 6-night package is a special add-on EXCLUSIVE TO MEMBERS WHO ARE PARTICIPATING ON THE THAILAND OCT 2008 TOUR. You will experience 5 Championship golf courses, enjoy superb accommodation, gourmet food, plus amazing shopping and sight-seeing. A great opportunity to enjoy a combined tour to both Thailand and China and will be an unforgettable golfing adventure.

MISSION HILLS 7 DAY TOUR – Departs Friday 3rd Oct 2008 Day 1: Flight to Hong Kong ex Bangkok and then bus transfer from Hong Kong to Mission Hills (approx 90 mins)

1 night / 1 round from just $99 pp Includes: Overnight accommodation (quad-share mid-week) in a 2-bedroom villa and 1 round of golf per person including cart hire. Additional golf rounds available at: The Vintage and Hunter Valley Golf and Country Club

CENTRAL COAST, NSW

Quay West Magenta Shores 1 night / 1 round from just $182 pp (4-share) includes: Overnight accommodation for 4 in a 2-bed villa, daily full breakfast and 1 round of golf per person inc cart hire at Magenta Shores. Optional golf rounds available at: Kooindah Waters, The Vintage, Cypress Lakes Resort or Hunter Valley Golf & Country Club.

NB: Package prices are subject to change and special conditions may apply. Reservations subject to availability.

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Day 2: FREE DAY Day 3: Golf at The Els Course Day 4: Golf at The Faldo Course Day 5: Golf at The Ozaki Course Day 6: Golf at The Annika Course Day 7: Golf at The Norman Course Late afternoon bus transfer to Hong Kong annd return flight to Bangkok

Package Price: from * $1,995 (twin-share) *Plus departure taxes: Includes: 6 nights accommodation in a deluxe room, daily full buffet breakfast, unlimited weekday golf per person, caddie fee, shared cart hire, complimentary locker fees and return bus transfers to & from Hong Kong. Tour escorted by accompanying guide.

health feature

Cover Yourself Against Skin Cancer Pictures and content courtesy of Fiona Pike and the The Cancer Council South Australia

Fiona Pike, Raising Awareness About Skin Cancer Retired professional golfer and good friend Fiona Pike launched the Fiona Pike Skin Cancer Awareness campaign during the recent Australian Women’s Open at Kingston Heath. In support of this, players and caddies wore the campaign badge during the tournament rounds. Fiona is calling on all golfers to take the lifestyle steps to properly protect their skin and to check their skin every three months. “For more than 13 years I enjoyed an endless summer following the professional golf tour across the globe which included career highlights of 3rd in the British Open, runner-up in the Italian Open and mixing it with the best on the ladies tour in the United States. In 2005, shortly after retiring from professional golf, doctors found a deep skull-based tumor which was eventually diagnosed as melanoma. Even though my tumor did not present as a skin lesion that could have been screened, tested or detected, more than 99 per cent of melanomas do present on the skin surface. I have undergone a major operation to cut out much of the tumor followed by radiotherapy and chemotherapy. The cancer has spread to other parts of my body. I don’t want any other golfer to experience this terrible disease. We are all at a significantly increased risk of skin cancer and we need to be vigilant in protecting our skin and checking for changes. It can only take 15 minutes to burn and a few burns in a lifetime to cause skin cancer, but usually cumulative exposure (including tanning) is the most common cause of skin cancer. This mostly preventable disease can be picked up early by checking your own skin and having any changes seen by a doctor, so please join my campaign and reduce the skin cancer risk.”

Did You Know? Two in three Australians will develop skin cancer at some time during their lives and more than 1,600 Australians will die each year from the disease. The major cause of melanoma and other skin cancers is overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. UV radiation is not related to temperature so even on a cool overcast day UV levels can be high.

Fiona’s Sun Protection Tips for Golfers To minimise your risk, when the UV Index reaches three or above, a combination of these skin protection measures is recommended: 1. Seek shade where possible or use umbrellas while waiting on the tee and when walking between shots and holes. 2. Choose golfing attire that covers as much skin as possible – long sleeved tops, long pants and golfing gloves. 3. A suitable hat (e.g. bucket style) that provides protection to your face, neck and ears but still allows you the freedom to swing through your shots. 4. Choose sunglasses that are wraparound in style and have an Eye Protection Factor (EPF) of 10. 5. Apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen to all exposed skin before going onto the course, using at least one teaspoon full on each arm and leg, and ½ teaspoon for your face, neck and ears. 6. Keep sunscreen in a cool place. Reapply when walking to the next tee box or during slow play. Sunscreen should be applied at least every two hours. 7. Remember when you are wiping off sweat you are wiping off sunscreen, so you may need to reapply more regularly. Carry a separate towel to keep hands clean.

Early Detection of Melanomas and Other Skin Cancers

Skin cancers see your doctor

1. The most important factor in surviving skin cancer is early detection. Carefully check all your skin (including areas which are not exposed to sunlight) at the change of every season.

Basal Cell Carcinoma

2. You should check all of your skin every three months and see a general practitioner if you notice any changes.

• Sunburn and tanning will significantly increase your risk of skin cancer

3. Look for spots that have changed in colour, shape or size and see your doctor if you notice any changes.

• M elanoma can occur on parts of the body that are difficult to see, even those that haven’t been exposed to the sun.

What to Look For

• A melanoma can become life threatening in as little as six weeks.

These are examples only. If you notice any changes see your doctor.

• More than 95% of melanomas are treatable if caught early. If you would like to make a donation to the Fiona Pike Skin Cancer Awareness Campaign. Visit: www.sunsmart.org.au/fionapike or phone 1300 65 65 85 or send your donation to: The Fiona Pike Campaign The Cancer Council South Australia Reply Paid 929, Unley SA 5061. All funds raised will go towards: • skin cancer awareness • support services for people with cancer • skin cancer research.

Squamous Cell Carcinoma

Melanoma

Nodular Melanoma

The Cancer Council Helpline 13 11 20 For more information & support call Mon to Fri 8.30am-8pm www.sunsmart.org.au

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play ‘n stay feature

Queensland

Radisson Resort Gold Coast Play a round on the Gold Coast Radisson Resort Gold Coast has irresistible stay and play offers with overnight accommodation, breakfast, an 18-hole round of golf or an hourlong massage from just $164. This resort is ideally located among the lush surrounds of the internationally renowned Palm Meadows Golf Course just 30 minutes from Coolangatta airport and about an hour from Brisbane. Enjoy luxurious accommodation in this tranquil location and play 18-holes at up to five challenging courses. Stroll to Palm Meadows or book a transfer to Lakelands, The Glades, Robina Woods or The Colonial. These courses are all within a few minutes drive of the resort and discounted green fees are available to Radisson guests. There is plenty to do away from the greens, the resort has two swimming pools, tennis courts with night lighting, a games room, gym and day spa. The resort’s Chelos Restaurant offers a relaxed ambience and international cuisine at breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy a meal and a drink with views of the pool, swaying palms and rolling greens. Chill out in the Rex Lounge, play a game of pool or watch sport on the big screen. Guests who plan to enjoy more of the Gold Coast can rely on the concierge team to arrange tours, transfers and theme park tickets. The Radisson Resort is just 10 minutes drive from surfing beaches, the casino and all the excitement of the entertainment hub. Stay and play for one night or longer, prices are based on twin share or double resort rooms with a choice of golf courses. Stay two nights and score a standard golf gift, book for three nights or more and win a premium gift. Radisson Resort Gold Coast won the 2007 Queensland Hotel Association Best Superior Accommodation Award. The 308-room low rise resort impressed judges with excellent service and facilities. The stay and play packages are ideal for golfers, couples with non-golfing partners and groups. The Radisson has exceptional business facilities – plan carefully and no one will guess you have escaped from the office.

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The award-winning Radisson Resort Gold Coast is part of Carlson Hotels Worldwide. Carlson is one of the world’s largest hotel groups with five major brands operating in 71 countries and more than 950 locations. Call Lee @ Drummond Club Management 03 9565 1415 to arrange a great Gold Coast golfing escape.

golf club feature Queensland

Club Pelican is located in the stunning surrounds of Golden Beach and is the first ever Greg Norman-designed golf course on Queensland’s beautiful Sunshine Coast. Nestled in a native bush land environment, the course features an extensive lake and wetland system. Rated among the top 25 courses in Australia, this spectacular 18 hole, 6,359 metre championship course fittingly boasts one of the finest clubhouse & practice facilities in Australia. Club Pelican also features an impressive driving range, state of the art golf carts equipped with colour GPS systems, a well equipped golf shop and first class clubhouse with a fully licensed bar and a la carte restaurant, open for dinner Wednesday to Saturday. Club Pelican Golf Course is situated amongst a natural bush setting including canals and waterways. The 8th hole in particular, a par 4, slight dog leg right with water featured along the right side allows a wide fairway with a generous landing area. For the long hitters, the green can be reached in 2, however an array of bunkers protecting the green can bring some players unstuck. The 183m par 3, 11th is one of Club Pelican’s signature holes. A generous green allows players to target any pin placement. Deep bunkers protecting the green from the front will challenge all types of golfers.

Resort Facilities At Crowne Plaza Pelican Waters Golf Resort and Spa, you can choose from studio’s to 1 and 2 bedroom suites, with views from your private balcony that are nothing short of breathtaking. But when you are ready to step outside your room, you’ll find plenty of options for recreation and relaxation. Take a swing on the Club Pelican golf course. Soothe your tired mind and body with a relaxing spa treatment, jump into your bathing suit and take a dip in the heated lap pool or lagoon swimming pool, or indulge in a cocktail and take in the views of rolling greens, structured fairways and picturesque waterways from Reflections Restaurant. Day or night, being active or just wanting to chill out, Crowne Plaza Pelican Waters Golf Resort and Spa takes great pride in offering a full spectrum of amenities at your fingertips.

DRUMMOND CLUB MEMBER GREEN FEE OFFER

Facilities: • 1 8 hole championship Greg Norman designed Club Pelican golf course • 2 tournament size tennis courts • Heated lap pool • Lagoon style swimming pool • Sauna • S tate of the art Vida Health Centre & Gym and endota spa

Club Pelican and Crowne Plaza Pelican Waters Golf Resort and Spa is the ideal place to getaway and play. Just 50 mins from Brisbane and 10 minutes from Caloundra City.

• Fitness Centre • Bike hire • R eflections Restaurant and Lounge Bar

$85 pp inc shared cart hire and GPS System (Valid 7 Days) ........

STAY ‘N’ PLAY PACKAGES Contact Lee @ The Drummond Club on (03) 9565 1415 for the latest packages.

• BBQ area • Conference centre • Kids games room

Club Pelican Mahogany Drive Pelican Waters Qld 4551 Tel: 07 5437 5002 Email: golfshop@clubpelican.com.au www.clubpelican.com.au

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golf instruction

by Nadene Gole, Golf Professional

Posture

European Tour Event Winner & 7 Events World Wide Teaching Professional at Patterson River Country Club Golf Magazine Instructor

Good posture (body position) at the address position and maintained throughout the golf swing provides the solid foundation for consistent and successful shot making. It also allows for balance and timing in the golf swing. This golf feature courtesy of Golf Magazine April 2008

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AT ADDRESS DOWN THE LINE Follow these important steps to create good golf posture 1. Distribute your weight evenly into the balls of your feet, avoid the toes or heels 2. Bend from the waist and maintain a relatively straight spine angle

3. Keep your head up to maintain the spine angle. It allows you to turn freely during the golf swing 4. Slightly flex your knees 5. Allow your arms to hang down naturally from the body creating clear space between the end of the club and your body

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1. Feet slightly wider than shoulder width 2. Lead shoulder set higher 3. Head tilts slightly back with the spine angle

1 SPECIAL TIP You may have been told that at your address position to feel as though you are sitting on a stool or chair. This helps to get the feeling of bending from your hips or waist. On the practice fairway a convenient way to achieve this feeling and position is to simply place one of your clubs behind you and rest against it.

UP-COMING GOLF

Patterson River Country Club, VIC

IMPROVEMENT

Coach: Nadene Gole & Craig Bishop

SESSIONS FOR DRUMMOND CLUB MEMBERS. For more information &

Coming in Winter

Ladies Golf Week Venue: Brisbane, Qld

SHORT GAME: WHEN:

May 23 & June 20

‘just for girls’ ladies sessions When: Every Wednesday

12.30pm - 2pm

For bookings and/ or further information: 03 9565 1410

Brookwater Golf Club

includes: Short Game School

Course Management School Ladies Beginner Session

For bookings and/ or further information please call Naomi at Drummond Golf 07 3891 5611

bookings please see the contact details as follows: WE’LL LIFT YOUR GAME

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A Traveller’s Diary by Lee Midson: If you haven’t yet had the opportunity to travel to Thailand, then a great golfing adventure awaits you! Thailand is certainly one of Asia’s most exotic destinations with over 200 golf courses throughout the popular tourist destinations of Pattaya, Bangkok, Hua Hin, Phuket and Chiang Mai. This is a “hot” destination in many ways! A climate that offers year round tropical sunshine and average daily temperatures above 30 degrees. And if you’re a lover of Thai food, then get ready for a delectable selection of true Thai cuisine and it’s hot! You can indulge in all your favourite Thai dishes for a fraction of the price back home. The shopping is endless, just name it and you’ll find it… shoes, bags, apparel, and other fashion accessories, with a European influence on style and brands and again at prices you won’t believe! The golf courses are lush and green with the benefit of an abundance of water year-round. You will find tropical tree-lined fairways, medium-fast greens, strategically placed water hazards and bunkers to test your skills. Pattaya Golf Tour, 7-18 March:

I joined a recent group golf tour to Pattaya (March 08) coordinated by Thai Golf Tours travelling together with Drummond Club members and their accompanying family and friends. This 12-day tour includes a 6-round Golf Tournament with daily competitions, and winners’ trophies plus prizes for the overall Individual and Women’s Individual Stableford Competitions. I was given the role of “Social Director” on the tour and coordinated various social activities for both the group and individuals throughout the itinerary, plus took the opportunity to research this exciting destination first-hand. My first visit to Thailand was everything I anticipated and more. Pattaya is certainly not a destination for those seeking a quiet and relaxed retreat, with over 5 million people in this bustling coastal region and attracting tourists from all over the globe! But if it’s a warm tropical climate you’re looking for, good value for money and the opportunity to combine leisure, sightseeing, shopping and experience Thailand’s best golf courses, then a golf trip to Pattaya, Thailand is definitely worth considering. DAY 1: Friday 7 March Arrival: Land in Bangkok at 8am after an overnight direct flight via Thai Airways from Melbourne (a 9hr flight) and then coach transfer from Bangkok to Pattaya, approximately 2 hrs. Bangkok is one of Asia’s busiest cities with over 30 million people, so traffic conditions can be chaotic and delays can be expected. However, we had a good run en route to Pattaya. Our home for the duration of this tour was Sabai Lodge Pattaya, an affordable hotel conveniently located in the centre of Pattaya and just a short 5 minute walk to the Beachfront Promenade and local restaurants. The hotel has 3 swimming pools, all rooms are air-conditioned with cable TV, mini-bars and serviced daily. For dining you have hundreds of local restaurants to choose from or the hotel’s on-site restaurant and the menu selection is excellent.

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DAY 2: Saturday 8 March Free Day: Opportunity to explore the local surrounds and enjoy some local sightseeing. I took a small group on a day trip to experience an Elephant ride and trek through the river and forest. The tour included a bullock and cart ride, raft ride down stream and lunch – approx AUD$50 pp. In the evening, the tour participants enjoyed a “Welcome Dinner” at the resort hosted by Thai Golf Tours, and time for a brief on the tour and event tournament schedule. DAY 3: Sunday 9 March Free Day: A social golf event was planned at Phoenix Golf Club for those interested in a warm-up round or the day was free for some rest and relaxation before the tournament start on Monday. In the evening, I organised a group dinner outing for all tour participants, starting with pre-dinner drinks poolside, followed by a tour downtown to one of the best seafood restaurants overlooking the beachfront pier. A great night enjoyed by all and chance to get acquainted with everyone. DAY 4: Monday 10 March Tournament Round 1, Khao Kheow Country Club: Designed by Pete Dye, this 27-hole golf course is located in the heart of the Pattaya “Golf Strip” and is nestled in a picturesque valley between 2 hills with strong sea breezes prevalent most afternoons. I took the opportunity on this day to organise a day trip to Bangkok for our non-golfers on tour to enjoy some local sightseeing and shopping. A day tour including transport and guide starts from AUD $50-$60 pp. DAY 5: Tuesday 11 March Tournament Round 2, Laem Chabang International Country Club: This 27-hole golf course was designed by the Nicklaus group and has 3 nine holes of the highest standard and all different in character, Mountain, Lake and Creek. Laem Chabang is certainly one of the most challenging course layouts, with lakes, pools and streams posing major threats to stray shots and without a doubt one of the most scenic courses in the Pattaya region. DAY 6: Wednesday 12 March Free Day: Most golfers took-up the opportunity to play an extra round and a social team event was organised at Siam Country Club. Others chose to take the day off for some local sight-seeing to visit “Sriracha Tiger Zoo” which has over 200 Bengal Tigers and 100,000 crocodiles or “Nong Nooch Tropical Gardens” where you can see local Thai cultural shows and display of Thai orchards and palm gardens. Thai cooking classes are also available. DAY 7: Thursday 13 March Tournament Round 3, Burapha (East Course): Formerly a private member’s club, Burapha Golf Club has hosted several Thai amateur tournaments and offers 2 x 18 hole

Championship golf courses. The 2 courses at Burapha have been designed to take full advantage of the beauty of the land and its natural features – lakes, hills, mature mangoes, coco palms and tropical vegetation, all enhanced by skilful landscaping. The East Course features wide fairways and is well suited for golfers of all levels. DAY 8: Friday 14 March Tournament Round 4, Greenwood Golf and Resort: Designed by Dennis Wolveridge and Peter Thomson, this 18-hole golf course is dotted with characteristic pot bunkers and areas of “native” lemon grass, which require particular skills to escape from first time. There are also many strategically placed sand traps. Whilst there is minimal use of water hazards there is clever use of reeds and heavy rough - rated as one of the best in Pattaya.

was excellent. Our special thanks to Mark Penfold and his staff for their overall organization and expert assistance on tour. NB: The level of English spoken by most local hospitality staff throughout Pattaya is minimal, and there is a need to be patient and respectful of local Thai customs and culture. Overall, this is a tour that offers excellent value for the price. For first timers like me, you’ll be amazed at the hustle and bustle and sights and sounds of Pattaya’s busy tourist strip, but it will be an experience where you will meet new friends and enjoy some great golfing together!

DAY 9: Saturday 15 March Free Day: Many tour participants took the opportunity to schedule in some local shopping and sightseeing. I ventured out for a day of scuba diving off the Pattaya Coast. We dived at a point called Turtle Bay, which as the name suggests is home to some large sea turtles and an abundance of sea life. In the evening, I arranged another group dinner outing. This time we ventured to the neighbouring resort area, “Jomtien Beach”. This area is little quieter than the hustle and bustle of Pattaya’s main beach front and a great night out. DAY 10: Sunday 16 March Tournament Round 5, Burapha (West Course): We played the 2nd 18 hole golf course at this venue (West Course) after playing the East Course in Round 3. The West Course offers a challenging experience and is suited to the more advanced golfer. Both courses are well maintained and the holes are well placed over the hilly terrain. DAY 11: Monday 17 March Tournament Round 6, Competition Final, Green Valley: This 18 hole course was designed by Peter Thomson and Michael Wolveridge and is a “links style” course, beautifully landscaped and is set amongst the gentle sloping hillside, with large rocky outcrops and boulders, watercourses and an abundance of mature trees and colourful flora. The top 8 players with the highest stableford points overall (best 3 scores), then played off for the title of Overall Individual Stableford Champion at this final round with additional prizes for 2nd, 3rd and 4th place. A separate prize division was awarded to the leading score for the Women’s Individual Stableford Division also. I scheduled a separate “Team Stableford Competition” on this day with a prize pool allocated for 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th place. Our eventual winners were “Team Albatross” with a score of 55 points. The day concluded with a “Presentation Dinner” to award winners, trophies and prizes. Additional novelty prizes were awarded to outstanding performances recognised on and off-course such as: Best Hat, Best Dressed, Most Courageous, Best Mascot, Good Sport and Night Owl Award… just to name a few. DAY 12: Tuesday 18 March Departure: Coach transfer from Pattaya to Bangkok for return flight to Australia. Arrival back in Melbourne was 10:00pm. Comments Operationally the tournament, daily coach transfers between resort and golf course and organized tee-times all went very smoothly. The resort accommodation was comfortable with a relaxed atmosphere and the daily breakfasts and catering at the resort

See information on the next Drummond Club Thailand Group Golf Tour scheduled for OCT 2008, on page 20 of this issue.

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New Partners

BRETT OGLE’S TIPS & TRIVIA

Want to become a new partner with the Drummond Club? If you are interested in joining one of Australia’s leading golf & lifestyle clubs please contact the Drummond Club. Hundreds of Club Partners, including over 75 Golf Courses. To view the full Drummond Club Partner listing visit www.drummondclub.com GOLF CLUBS Name: Bonnie Doon Golf Club, NSW Tel: 02 9349 2101 Location: Banks Ave, Pagewood Offer: Green Fee of $80. Weekdays

ONLY. Subject to availability. Bookings essential.

Name: Cromer Golf Club, NSW Tel: (02) 9982 3088 Location: Cromer Rd, Cromer Offer: MEN: save 20% on your

entrance fee (normally $7,500) DC Members price: $6000. WOMEN: save 40% on your entrance fee (normally $2500) DC Members price: $1500. Games can be arranged for those Drummond Club Members interested in a membership (please contact the Drummond Club head office for more information)

Name: Gold Creek Country Club, ACT Tel: 02 6123 0601 Location: 50 Curran Drive, Nicholls Offer: Save 20% on green fees. Name: Club Pelican Pty Ltd, QLD Tel: 07 5437 5000 Location: 40 Mahogany Drive, Caloundra Offer: $85 Green Fee Inc. Motorised

Cart plus Colour GPS Systems. Valid 7 days.

Brett Ogle Winner of 2 US Tour events & 13 events worldwide

This issue we have another great Powerbilt Gift Pack to give away and includes a Powerbilt Travel Cover, a dozen Powerbilt Durabilt golf balls and a bonus Powerbilt Cap personally autographed by Brett. Good luck to all our competition entrants!

Quick Tips

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HITTING INTO THE WIND: First, widen your stance: a wider stance helps you with a shallower swing plane. A steep downward action produces the ball to balloon. Second, shorten your swing: a shorter backswing will help you accelerate through the ball & finally take one more club at least than normal. How many times do you come up short?

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