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Monday 11 May 2020

Dear Member,

This eNews concerns the reopening of the course.

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"A new dawn..."

GOLF RETURNS wednesday 13th may 2020

The Premier of Victoria the Hon.Daniel Andrews MP has announced today that outdoor exercise in groups up to 10 people is permitted from 11:59pm on Tuesday 12th May, with physical distancing.

The Premier stated that "more of the outdoor recreational activities that so many Victorians have been missing will also be allowed: walking groups, fishing, hiking – and yes, even a game of golf. These activities will be subject to physical distancing to help keep people safe."

Accordingly, The Barwon Heads Golf Club will reopen for play on Wednesday 13th May.


The Club developed a set of plans prior to this announcement to determine the safest and most appropriate way to open the course for play once the COVID-19 state of emergency restrictions were removed. These plans were ratified by the Committee at their meeting on Friday 1st May.


REturn to Play - Timesheet Format

  • Members only
  • Play in fours
  • 10 minute intervals
  • Optional daily mixed gender competitions
  • Members can book individually or as a group
  • Timesheet opening times- see table below
  • Provisional Members restricted from playing on Tuesdays and Wednesdays until after 1:00pm and Saturdays from 3:30pm.

Due to the expected demand and reduced availability of tee times, members are requested to play no more than two rounds of golf per week. Any member who is able to play weekdays rather than weekends is encouraged to do so, enabling more members to play. 

With many of Australia's golf clubs using the MiClub golf booking system, please be patient as there will be high demand, which may cause delays in the booking process. 


timesheet openING times

Timesheet

Wednesday 13th May

Thursday 14th May

Friday 15th May

All future timesheets (until further notice)

Open to Members

Monday 11th May at 7:00pm

Monday 11th May at 8:00pm

Tuesday 12th May at 3:00pm

3 days in advance at 3:00pm


Social Distance Requirements

Members are only to approach the first tee area once the previous players have teed off and moved down the fairway. As a guide, please do not arrive at the tee more than 10 minutes prior to your tee time.

Driving range, short game area and practice putting green are all open for use. Members are to abide by all government regulations regarding social distancing rules.

Flagsticks are not to be handled, carts are restricted to single use. Please bring your own water. Temporary local rules can be viewed here.


Foam cup inserts (above) will be in all holes.


Par-3 Course

The Par-3 course is also open from Wednesday 13th May for member use only, with play also in fours. Members must make a booking to play via the Par-3 booking timesheets. This will limit congregating around the first tee of the Par-3 course.


MiSCORE APP

The Club is using the MiScore online system and it is important that all members have downloaded the MiScore app PRIOR TO ARRIVAL AT THE CLUB. Additionally, members should ensure that they have a fully charged phone prior to play. 

We will have staff and committee members available to assist you if you are having any problems.


Pro Shop

The Pro shop will reopen on Wednesday 13th May under social distancing rules. If any members have any pro shop enquiries prior they can email the Pros on proshop@barwonheads.golf


TENNIS

The tennis courts will be open from Wednesday 13th May for member play only. Click the link to go to the tennis bookings page.


coffee & snacks from 'under the ARCH'

From Wednesday 13th May, a takeaway window located under the arch at the clubhouse entry will open from 7:00am to 4:00pm daily. Suitably distanced members will be able to purchase coffees and snacks before and after their round by using their house levy, account or by tap-and-go credit/debit cards. (No cash). 

This is a takeaway service and members are reminded not to mill around after collection.


takeaway meals now available

From Wednesday 13th May the Club's kitchen will offer a twice-weekly takeaway meal service. Menus will change regularly and will be offered with matching wines.

The service is for members only and requires pre-ordering via an easy online form. Collection will be from 'under the arch' at the entrance to the clubhouse.  Charges will be applied to your members account or against any unused house levy.

Orders are being accepted now. Click the link below for more details and to take you to the member-only menu/order form.


Questions?

Use the contact us form via the below.


Barwon Heads Golf Club

PHONE: 03 5255 6255
www.barwonheads.golf

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