Junior putting action

from Raglan Golf Club

Op-ed: Cyclone Gabrielle

Late January saw our upper North Island battered by unprecedented flooding. Now, merely weeks later, Cyclone Gabrielle has once again wreaked havoc throughout the north, immensely impacting the lives, homes, and businesses of thousands of New Zealanders.

For only the third time in our history, the Government has declared a National State of Emergency. This enables us to support and prioritise affected areas and provide additional resources as needed.

While Raglan was lucky enough to evade the brunt of the cyclone, our community is still feeling the aftermath of the January floods which resulted in the closure of State Highway 23.

Enthusiastic Junior Golf Coach Bob Noble, seen here in action on the putting green with juniors last term as part of Raglan Golf Club’s Junior Coaching programme, is ready and eager to restart coaching.

Bob had introduced these young golfers to a putting tunnel, used to teach the students how to carry out the basic skills of putting.

"Putting is about getting lined up and being square on to the hole, so my wee wooden tunnel makes the student carry out these functions. Its gimmicky and holds their attention,” beamed Bob. Coaching for 9-15 year olds restarts this Thursday 16th February, 3.30-4.30pm at the Raglan Golf Club. Golfing gear is provided and fun is guaranteed. off the tee...Pete Aim.