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The 2022 financial year saw us bounce back after being impacted by Covid for the previous two years.

business, because good staff are our greatest asset. I’d like to also acknowledge Terry Dewhurst and his team for ensuring our sporting facility is always presented to a high standard. This continues to attract major events to our Bowling Green and more recently the announcement of the N.S.W. Open in 2024 to our Golf Course. I would also like to thank Gary McCaig our Bowls Chairman, along with Mick and Mag Kiley our Golf Captains and their committees for their time and work they commit for the benefit of our sporting members and guests.

Thanks to the Pro Shop staff led by Blaede and Lisa who are at the “Coal Face” of our golf facility and an important link for members and guests to enjoy our highly rated Golf Course.

I would like to encourage all local members to continue their support towards our two venues to ensure that we continue to grow.

Finally, I would like to thank my fellow Directors for their time and commitment. Their efforts benefit MDGCC members, guests and the Swan Hill community.

Colin Hedwards President, MDGCC

THE MURRAY DOWNS GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB HAS RECENTLY BEEN ANNOUNCED AS THE HOST VENUE FOR THE 2024 NSW OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP IN 2024

The Swan Hill club was only open 5 days a week from 3pm instead of 7 days a week from 10am. Then the difficult decision was made to close Spoons Riverside from the 23rd of May due to ongoing staff recruitment and availability issues.

The financial result for last year was a profit of $1,014,553 and it was a direct result of the $1,144,912 received in government subsidies such as JobKeeper and Cash Flow Boost. The financial result this year is a profit of $605,625 which is a solid performance given the partial closure of two of our venues for a significant portion of the year and no longer receiving any government support.

In the latter part of the 2022 financial year the Board and senior management team participated in strategic planning and master planning for both the Murray Downs Golf and Country Club and the Swan Hill Club. The club was also approached by two separate parties about the possibility of selling Spoons Riverside and the Board decided to proceed with the sale. This was a lengthy process and was completed on 31st March 2023. The Club has been a proud operator of this venue and my thanks goes to all our team members that have worked at Spoons over the years.