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Emerald Lakes Golf Club

Members Handbook

& Information

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CONSTITUTION & RULES

NAME

The name of the Club will be known as the Emerald Lakes Golf Club in these rules called “The Club” which is affiliated with Golf Australia.

OBJECTIVES

To provide for the organization and administration of all golfers in the club. To ensure that as far as possible these rules and objectives are

upheld by all members. To promote and foster the game of golf among all groups within the club. Including the Saturday, Ladies and Veterans

competition.

MEMBERSHIP

Financial members of Emerald Lakes Golf Club and any of the groups represented within the club i.e. Saturday, Ladies and Veterans. No

individual or groups of players may be excluded from any competition without written approval from Emerald Lakes Golf Club Management.

COMMITTEES

Each group shall comply with all the rules and playing conditions determined from time to time by Emerald Lakes Golf Club. The management

of each group shall be in the hands of an elected group competition committee, or such other committee appointed by Emerald Lakes Golf

Club.

COMPETITION COMMITTEES

Each competition committee will manage the affairs, monies and property of their own group.

Competition committees have the authority to decide all matters of dispute that may arise within their group.

Competition Committees cannot suspend or terminate any members’ membership or playing rights without final authorization from senior

management.

Competition committees have the authority to set competition playing fees and allocation of monetary proceeds.

Each elected group has the authority as to the makeup of their own committee and the numbers therein.

The Ladies and Veterans committees shall be elected at the group annual general meeting with dates and times to be decided on by the

group in question.

At the annual general meeting of each competition committee, all committee members retire from office but may offer themselves for re-

election.

In the case of any committee position being contested, a clear and fair voting must take place. The counting of ballots entered as part of

this voting process MUST be witnessed by at least 2 Club Management staff members, as well as a nominated representative of the

respective committee.

Nominations for positions on the competition committee must be in writing, and must be signed by a proposer, and seconder, and by the

nominated member. These nominations must be lodged with the secretary of the group. All nominees and signatures must be either full

financial Mid-Week or Gold Members respectively and have at least 2 years continuous membership status.

Each group competition committee should establish times and places for their own meetings.

All monies generated by each group are for the sole use by that group at the sole discretion of their own competition group.

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TERMS & CONDITIONS

Emerald Lakes Golf Course is owned and operated by a private company, Windsor Development Holdings Pty Ltd. All property, equipment,

licenses, and staff are controlled by the company through its appointed Executive General Manager. All enquires relating to the Golf Course

should be directed to Management. At present we have three golf club committees which operate within the Golf Club operation and each

committee is responsible for the administration of the respective competitions held throughout the week. All enquiries relating to any events

conducted at the Emerald Lakes Golf Club at any time should be directed to our Pro Shop staff or the clubhouse office.

FINANCIAL / MEMBERSHIP YEAR

The financial year for Emerald Lakes Golf Club memberships is from the 1st of April to 31st of March inclusive.

Renewals to subscriptions are effective immediately upon expiry of the financial year.

TRANSFER OF ENTITLEMENTS

Membership packages have been formulated to provide a versatile range of benefits. All entitlements are conferred to the owner of the

membership only and cannot be transferred, sold or gifted to any other person without exception. Members found to be in breach of this

condition will be subject to immediate suspension of entitlements. Members must report to the Pro Shop (starter) to produce their current

membership card for registering of play and or payment of appropriate fees, 15 minutes prior to all play without exception. Failure to produce

current membership card may result in the refusal of play.

BOOKINGS

Members are requested to book all games through the Pro Shop or via the internet by visiting our website

www.emeraldlakesgolf.com.au

Members should note the club rules for all competitions. Players are required to register at the Pro Shop at least 15 minutes prior to scheduled

tee time. In the event of a cancellation, players are to advise staff, preferably the previous day. Failure to comply with these club rules will

be dealt with by the Club Committee / Club Management and could result in the loss of playing privileges, disqualification and suspension.

MEMBERSHIP BY-LAWS

These rules apply to all persons who have applied for and been accepted for membership of whatever category.

These rules shall form the basis of the member’s relationship with Windsor Development Holdings Pty Ltd as proprietor of Emerald Lakes Golf

Club and between all other members.

MEMBERSHIP

There is no distinction of membership rights by virtue of gender. The maximum term of membership is 12 months and no guarantee is made

for continuance of membership for further periods. All of the facilities which comprise Emerald Lakes Golf Club are privately owned. Emerald

Lakes Golf Club confers no rights or obligations with respect to its property, assets, liabilities or management on any person by acceptance

of their application to membership. Emerald Lakes Golf Club may reject any application for membership, without assigning any reason.

Emerald Lakes Golf Club may establish and adjust fee structures and make rules for management of its facilities. This includes but is not limited

to from time to time adjustment of booking times, hours of operation and the closure of facilities for tournaments, weather conditions,

maintenance or other reasons.

CART MEMBERSHIP

Cart Membership entitles the financial member use of a cart within their membership category playing time. The entitlement extends to the

financial member only. In the event that there are 2 cart members or players paying for the hire of a cart in the same playing group, the cart

will be shared. This will be managed by the pro shop attendants.

CADET GOLD MEMBERS / MINORS

Cadet Gold Members must always be supervised by an adult whilst at Emerald Lakes Golf Club.

OBLIGATIONS OF MEMBERS

Upon acceptance of your membership, you will be issued with a membership card and bag tag for the current season, which must be

displayed at all times. Members must abide by these Membership Rules and also the Code of Conduct which apply to all persons using the

facility. Members must always carry their membership card while using the facilities and may not be entitled to some benefits without

presentation of it. The benefits of the membership shall not be available beyond the date of expiry. Members must not allow their membership

card to be used by any other person including all other members or staff and management must be notify immediately if their card is lost.

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LOSS OF MEMBERSHIP

Emerald Lakes Golf Club may cancel the membership of any person or refuse permission for that person to use its facilities if that member

breaches these rules, or is guilty of misconduct within the facility or elsewhere which in the opinion of Emerald Lakes Golf Club, is contrary to

the best interest of other members or reflects badly upon Emerald Lakes Golf Club. No refunds are payable for the termination of membership

from any cause.

TERMINATION OF MEMBERSHIP

No refunds are payable for the termination of membership from any cause.

HANDICAPS

Handicaps will be maintained by Emerald Lakes Golf Club for all members who nominate it as their ‘Home Club’ for the purposes of the

Handicapping Rules of the Australian Golf Union and Women’s Golf Australia. Handicaps will be maintained by Emerald Lakes Golf Club in

accordance with those rules. Handicaps of members shall be available from the Members Computer located within the Clubhouse. Emerald

Lakes Golf Club shall not be liable, in any way, to members in respect of any errors or omissions made in the keeping of handicaps. Members

may obtain a current handicap certificate, without fee, by applying to management.

LIABILITY

Members exercise their rights and come upon and use the facilities of Emerald Lakes Golf Club at their own risk. Emerald Lakes Golf Club will

not be liable for damage to or loss of property of any member. Each member indemnifies and keeps indemnified Emerald Lakes Golf Club

and its staff against any loss or damage to any person or property howsoever arising and whether caused within the facility or otherwise.

Notwithstanding the foregoing Emerald Lakes Golf Club may in its sole discretion refer a bona fide claim to its insurer in which case any

applicable excess shall be payable by the member and not Emerald Lakes Golf Club. This excess fee is withheld from any payment made.

AMENDMENT OF RULES

These Terms & Conditions of Membership and Code of Conduct are designed to aid the efficient operation of the facilities of Emerald Lakes

Golf Club for the benefit of all. They may be changed by the management of the Golf Club at any time. The Member acknowledges that

he/she has been provided with a copy of the Windsor Development Holdings Pty Ltd Privacy Statement, which available on the Golf Club

website www.emeraldlakesgolf.com.au. The use and disclosure of his/her personal information is strictly adhered to and is in accordance

with this statement.

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CODE OF CONDUCT

PHYSICAL ABUSE OF / OR DAMAGE TO:

1. Own or hired golf equipment 1

2. Trees or fixtures on golf course (plus replacement costs) 1

3. Tees and fairways.

Note: The carrying and use of sand buckets is compulsory. Members are always requested to repair divots 1

4. Motorised buggies (plus repair costs) 2

5. Removal of golf balls from water hazards other than your own 2

6. Purchasing golf balls from unauthorised persons on golf course 2

7. Putting surface on greens 3

8. Wildlife 5

9. Fellow members, competitors or staff members 5

VERBAL/OTHER ABUSE:

1. To fellow members, competitors, patrons or staff members 2

2. Offensive behaviour and/or conduct 2

3. Blatant abuse of the rules of golf 3

MIS-CONDUCT:

1. Breaches of House Policy, Club Rules and/or Licensing 4

2. Bringing the golf club into disrepute 4

Disregard or breach of any of the above membership guidelines may result in the following:

1st Offence:

1 2 3 4 5

Written

Warning

1 Month

Suspension

3 Months

Suspension

6 Months

Suspension

Indefinite

Suspension

2nd Offence = Add 1 Level

3rd Offence = Add 2 Levels

COMPLAINTS

A signed letter of complaint must be lodged with the committee or management. Verbal notification can be

made directly with the Golf Clubs Management Team.

MEMBERS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Payment of your membership subscription is an acknowledgment of accepting the club’s terms and conditions

for the duration of your membership and have no proprietary interest in the club or any of its real property.

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LOCAL RULES

A free drop MAY be taken from areas marked GUR (white lines), but MUST be taken from GUR areas also marked with white stakes

Bare patches on fairways may be treated as GUR

Gravel layering and skirting at cart path ends MAY be treated as cart path. (Rule 16.1a applies)

Penalty areas are defined by red stakes and/or oil lines, and may be treated with lateral relief (Rule 17.1d applies)

Penalty areas near greens may be marked with blue lines/stakes.

Drops are to be taken in the nearest defined drop zone - with penalty

Out of Bounds (OB) is defined by boundary fences and/or white stakes with black tops

Traditional “Stroke & Distance” rule applies following any shot hit OB

The next shot MUST be played from nearest the original spot of the previous shot – under penalty of one stroke

Internal OB - while playing the 4th hole the 6th hole is “Out of Bounds” over the water hazard. The boundary line is the right-hand

side of the hazard that runs the full length of the 4th hole

Internal OB - while playing the 6th hole the 4th hole is “Out of Bounds” over the water hazard. The boundary line is the right-hand

side of the hazard that runs the full length of the 6th hole

All light poles, green electrical housing boxes, distance markers and course signs in general area are immovable obstructions

(Rule 16.1b applies). If a ball strikes a light pole, the shot MUST be replayed from nearest its original lie - without penalty

Exposed tree roots on fairways may be treated with preferred lie (ball placed within one club length no nearer the hole), and in

bunkers (ball dropped within one club length, no nearer the hole, within the bunker)

Distance markers: 100m, 150m and 200m are measured to the centre of the green.

Pin Positions: red flag - front, white flag - middle, yellow flag - back

WEEKLY COMPETITIONS Detailed below is the set tee times for members to register for and commence play for competition days. The only exceptions to these will

be granted by Club Management.

TEE TIMES

TUESDAY

Ladies Comp

November-January 6.00am to 6.56am

Feb-April, Sept-Oct 6.28am to 7.24am

May-August 7.03am to 7.59am

Veterans Comp




WEDNESDAY STABLEFORD

Mixed Members competition (Men/Ladies) ALL DAY

THURSDAY

Veterans Comp




Ladies Comp




SATURDAY

Mixed Members Competition (Men/Ladies)

October-February 6.00am to 12.25pm

March, April, September 6.28am to 12.53pm

May-August 6.56am to 1.21pm

SUNDAY STABLEFORD

Mixed Members competition (Men/Ladies) ALL DAY

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CONDITIONS OF PLAY

NO SHOW POLICY

The Emerald Lakes Golf Club Committee has a “No-show” policy in respect of all members covering competition playing groups:

1st “No show” on the time sheet - Warning letter

2nd “No show” on the time sheet - One game suspension from group from which suspension was given

3rd “No show” on time sheet - One month suspension (4 weeks) from group in which suspension was given (ie: Sat Comp, Ladies,

Vets, ELGC)

Further breaches will be dealt with by your respective match committee, in consultation with Club Management

HOUSE RULES

It is expected that Members at all times will conduct themselves in an appropriate manner both on the golf course and when in the precincts

of the clubhouse.

Members are advised not to leave money or valuables unattended.

Members are advised not to leave equipment on the club premises.

Children at all times should be properly supervised whilst on the club/course property.

Notices of any description are not permitted to be displayed without prior permission from club management.

Caps or golf hats should not be worn in the clubhouse.

MOTORISED CARTS

The entitlement extends to the financial member only or to players paying for the hire of a cart.

If there is 1 eligible player in the group they will be the one to use that cart in that group.

If there is 2 eligible players using a cart in the same group they will share the cart.

If there are 4 in the group they will share 2 carts.

This will be managed by the pro-shop attendants.

It is prohibited to transport via trailer privately owned golf carts and Cart trailers are not permitted on ELGC property.

All resident cart memberships must be current and have a relevant sticker displayed on all resident carts

MOBILITY SCOOTERS

Please be advised that ride-on mobility scooters are deemed to be a motorised cart in all its various forms and therefore is to be treated the

same as a golf cart in regard to the rules and regulations that currently exist for all other motorised carts.

They must not cross the black oil lines around greens

They must remain on paths around tees and greens

They are not permitted for use on wet weather days when the course is deemed “walking only”

The parking of trailers used to transport mobility scooters and carts is prohibited within club property.

All motorised carts and scooters must be registered with club management and a relevant annual fee will apply

Financial Members must display the registration sticker on the mobility scooter and/or cart.

MEMBERS DRESS CODE (On Course)

DRESS CODE – MEN

Collared golf or sports style polos only

T-shirts, singlets and/or jerseys are not permitted

Shorts or pants must be of a neat and tidy style (No denim)

Closed-in footwear only (No thongs/sandals)

DRESS CODE – LADIES

Neat and tidy polos or sleeveless sports style tops are acceptable

Short length tank tops/active-wear tops not permitted

Sleeveless tops must have a full back (no bare mid-riff)

Shorts/Pants/Skirts must be of a neat and tidy style

Closed-in footwear only (No thongs/sandals)

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ETIQUETTE Prior to playing a stroke or making a practice swing, the player should ensure that no one is standing close by or in a position to be hit by the

club, the ball or any stones, pebbles, twigs or the like, which may be removed before the stroke or swing and with consideration for other

players. The player who has the honour should be allowed to play before their opponent or fellow competitor tees their ball. No one should

move, talk or stand close to or directly behind the ball or the hole when a player is addressing the ball or making a stroke. In the interest of

all, players should play without delay. The player should not play until the players in front are out of range.

Players searching for a ball should signal the players behind them to pass as soon as it becomes apparent that the ball will not easily be

found. They should not search for (5) minutes before doing so. They should not continue play until the players following them have passed

and are out of range. When the play of a hole has been completed, the players should immediately leave the putting green.

Bunkers must be raked and divots filled, also pitch marks on the greens repaired. Rakes must be placed in the middle of the bottom of the

bunker.

MOBILE PHONES If you must carry your mobile phone, please turn it to silent mode. The audible emissions or unauthorised use of a mobile phone on course or

during play is a serious breach of etiquette and may attract a warning and/or possible disqualification. It is preferred that mobile phones are

ONLY carried for essential purposes.

HANDICAPPING

Members Handicaps are governed by Golf Australia and their respective state unions and are maintained by Golflink. All members can view

the handicap on either the Golflink Website (www.golflink.com.au) or the Emerald Lakes Golf Club website (www.emeraldlakesgolf.com.au).

Any questions on how handicaps are altered and maintained can be viewed on the Golf Australia website. All partner’s/team events scores

are ineligible for handicapping. The same ruling applies to rounds played under weather affected course conditions.

LOYALTY POINTS

All members are encouraged to use the loyalty system for everyday rewards. Each day you’re at the club please insert your current

membership card into the loyalty kiosk located next to the front entrance to receive possible bonus points or food & beverage vouchers.

Vouchers redeemed from the kiosk can be used within the Golf and Food & Beverage departments. If a member wins a prize from the loyalty

kiosk e.g. small bucket of balls/free coffee/free fries it cannot be exchanged for alternative prizes. Membership cards are not transferable

and can ONLY be used by the individual member; this includes point of sale purchases & redemptions, swiping at the loyalty kiosk and in our

gaming machines. Present your membership card at the point of sale within the clubhouse to accrue points onto your account, and also

whilst playing any of our gaming machines. Accrual of points can only apply to cash, credit card, EFTPOS or Emerald Lakes gift voucher

purchases. Points cannot be accrued with the presentation of any voucher redeemed from the loyalty kiosk.

HONOUR

Golf is a game of honour. Players must honour and observe all the rules of golf and local rules and must immediately notify their marker of

any infringements or penalty that may incur. Players at all times must give way to ground staff. Players should alert all others ahead of the

ball by shouting “fore” as a warning.

TIME SHEETS

Bookings for competitions can be made for a player and up-to 3 other members for that timeslot – Either in the pro-shop in person 30 minutes

prior to the online portal going live, via the touch-screen terminals in the pro-shop 15 minutes prior to the online portal, or over the phone and

online at www.emeraldlakesgolf.com.au at the designated comp booking opening time.

Time sheets for club competitions are available one (1) week in advance. Members must not register any names outside their playing group.

Members are fully responsible for their names placed on the time sheet by another person. (Refer no show policy) If you are unable to play

please notify the pro shop as soon as possible. All visitors must be introduced to the Pro-shop staff. A Golflink card must be produced for entry

into the competition and relevant fees paid, prior to proceeding to the tee. It is recommended that players check in at the pro shop 15

minutes prior to their designated tee time and also be ready at the tee 7 minutes prior to their tee-off. Your group must be ready to tee-off

once the group in front have all hit their second shots (or for the longer hitters when it is safe to do so). Any player found not to be ready to

tee-off with their group may be subject to a two stroke penalty. The captain of the group (lowest marker) must ensure the rule is adhered to.

The Match Committee reserves the right to alter the program at anytime.

CHAMPIONSHIP EVENTS

Subject to committee discretion a player may only participate in Championship events if he/she has competed in a minimum of 10 club

competition rounds at Emerald Lakes within 6 months prior to the event and have been a full financial golf member for a minimum of 3

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months. Rounds of golf completed at other venues for a member representing Emerald Lakes will count toward the minimum 10 handicap

competition rounds required by a member.

RULES FOR MULTIPLE GAMES

The handicap from the first round is to be used when determining final results in multiple round events. This handicap is as shown on golf link

on the day of the comp even if the results from a previous week has not been recorded by the time the first members on the day tee off.

Respective daily comps played as part of a multiple round event are done so under a player’s handicap as of that day.

INFRINGEMENTS

Member infringements must be reported to club management in writing by the witnessing member/s.

PROTESTS & DISPUTES

All players are governed by the Rules Of Golf and the regulations set out in this manual. The match committee’s decision in all competitions

will be final. A protest or dispute in connection with any competition or match shall be made in writing to the match committee immediately

on completion of play in such competition or match. The Rules Of Golf and the Local rules of the Club are the rules of play. The match

committees consist of three (3) elected committee members.

RETURN OF CARDS

All members registered to play in a competition must enter their score in the card scanner. Failing to do so regularly may incur a penalty. All

competition cards must be signed by the player and the marker and placed in the score box within 15 minutes of the completion of the final

group’s round. The player is responsible for all details on the card. Once the card is placed in the score box it may not be altered or amended

in any way.

MOTORISED CARTS

Motorised golf carts where possible should remain on the concrete paths and care should be taken to avoid all plants and trees, concrete

edging, bunkers and in particular areas of soft wet ground. Players found not abiding by these conditions may be denied use of motorised

carts and subject to a two stroke penalty.

SAND BUCKETS

Carrying and using sand buckets when playing on the course is compulsory. Any player who fails to comply with the regulation may be

disqualified from the competition concerned. All divots should be filled with sand, including divots made on tees and during practice swings.

SLOW PLAY

It is a condition of play that each group must endeavour to keep up with the group in front (not ahead of the group behind). The lowest

handicap player is responsible for the group to ensure they keep their place in the field. Any group found to be out of position at any time,

and reported to Match Committee, may be issued a warning letter and further reported breaches may then result in a two-stroke penalty.

The marking of cards must not cause delay if it is your honour. You must be ready to tee-off once you reach the next teeing ground. Ready

golf must be played in all competitions, except championships. When playing on or near putting green, bags and carts should not be left in

front of the green but still be left in such a position as to enable quick movement off the green.

SWINGERS

Are not technically allowed as the “Rules of Golf” do not permit a player to be a fellow competitor & playing partner simultaneously.

However, consideration will be made for certain competition types at the discretion of committee & club management.

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CLUB COMPETITIONS - GENERAL

Note: The competitions outlined are to be played according to the details below UNLESS varied by the MATCH COMMITTEE in accordance

with the Golf Australia Guidelines.

PLAYING IN COMPETITIONS

Eligibility for competition participation is determined by each respective competition’s match committee. All members of the public who

wish to play in an organised competition and pay the entry fee will be required to have a golflink handicap.

WET WEATHER

Amendments to competition play may be made, at the discretion of the committee, during circumstances in which weather conditions may

heavily impact player participation Please refer to each respective competition committee for details of their “Wet Weather Policy”.

INDIVIDUAL STABLEFORD

A Stableford competition is a golf tournament in which the object is to get the highest score. Stableford points are awarded on each hole in

the following manner.

• More than one over nett par (or no score returned) 0 points

• One over nett par 1 point

• Nett par 2 points

• One under nett par 3 points

• Two under nett par 4 points

• Three under nett par 5 points

• Four under nett par 6 points

Rules related to stableford competitions can be found in the official Rules of Golf.

FOUR BALL BEST BALL STABLEFORD

The Stableford scoring system is used for this competition. However, in a 4BBB Stableford two players play as partners and the hole is played

by each of them, using their individual full handicap. At the completion of each hole, the player recording the highest number of Stableford

points is the score that is chosen as the teams score.

FOUR BALL AGGREGATE STABLEFORD

This competition is played with a partner as in 4BBB Stableford event. In this event both players Stableford points are recorded for each hole.

The total aggregate score for the round is the teams’ 4BBB Aggregate Stableford score.

MIXED FOURSOMES

Men off Odds & Ladies off Evens

AMBROSE HANDICAPS

All players hit off from the tee. The team captain (preferably the lowest handicap player) decides which ball is in the best position. The

selected ball is marked, and other team members will place their ball within one club length, no nearer the hole. Placing the ball will apply

through the green – ie) in the rough and bunkers also. The penalty area rules excepting bunkers will still apply.

On the putting surface the ball must be placed within 15cm (card length) of the marked position of the selected ball, no nearer the hole.

Each member of the team putts from this position. This procedure is continued until the ball is in the hole. Each team member must use the

following number of their tee shots and this must be recorded on the card by the scorer

This event can be played as a Two, Three or Four ball competition.

• 2 Person Team - 6 drives - 1/4 of combined Handicap



AMERICAN FOURSOMES

American Foursomes is played with a partner and both players tee off at each hole, then play a second shot with their respective partner’s

ball. Players then decide which ball is in the best position and the other ball is taken out of play. Play proceeds as in foursomes with the owner

of the ball selected playing the third stroke. Play continues on an alternative basis until the hole is completed. Handicap calculated by 3/8

of the aggregate of team member’s individual handicaps

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FOURSOMES

The team handicap is half the aggregate of both partners handicap.

Foursome is basically a stroke event played with a partner and using only one ball. The rules for foursomes require both partners to hit off from

alternative tees. The order of play is determined prior to hitting off. Once the player has teed off, the partners hit the ball alternatively until

the hole is completed. Note: If either player incurs a penalty stroke, it does not alter the order of play. This includes the playing of a provisional

ball. Scoring is identical to the method used for stroke play and the card should show both gross and nett scores after handicap deduction.

V PAR

Firstly, you need to determine your own par for each hole. Par competition challenges you to beat your own par. (EG: a handicap of 18

would get 1 shot on each hole, therefore on hole 1 their par would be 5, hole 2 would be 6 and hole 3 would be 4. If the player betters their

par they get a + (plus) for the hole. If you equal the hole you have said to halved or squared the hole with a 0. If par is not achieved, a minus

sign is recorded. At the end of each nine holes and at the end of the round, this is calculated by deducting the number of minuses from the

plusses. Halved holes marked with a 0 are not considered and are not taken into account when determining the result, the only exception is

when all holes are “0” then the result will be “0” even. The player with the highest score will be the winner. When scoring the card, note that

the stroke score must always be shown for the holes where the player has halved or beaten the hole.

CANADIAN FOURSOMES

Handicap calculated by 3/8 of the aggregate of team member’s individual handicaps.

Canadian foursomes is played with a partner and both players tee off on all holes.

The players then decide which ball is in the best position and the other ball is taken out of play. If player A’s ball is selected then player B will

hit the next shot. Play continues on an alternative basis until the hole is completed. Incurring a penalty shot does not affect the order of play.

This includes the playing of a provisional ball.

DISTRICT EVENTS - TEAM SELECTION & MANAGEMENT

Emerald Lakes Golf Club enters teams in district run events.

For male players: Open Pennants, Interclub, Senior Interclub, Super-Senior Interclub and Junior Pennants.

For female players: Mid-Week Ladies Pennants.

Management responsibilities

Open Pennants team is selected and managed by ELGC Management.

Interclub teams are selected and managed by the ELGC Saturday Committee.

Senior and Super-Senior teams are selected and managed by the ELGC Vets Committee.

Mid-Week Ladies teams are selected and managed by the ELGC Ladies Committee.

Juniors are managed by ELGC Management and the Professionals.

WEDNESDAY/SUNDAY COMPETITIONS RULES AND REGULATIONS

Rules, regulations, procedures and conditions of play are managed by Club Management and/or Pro-Shop Staff.

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LADIES COMPETITIONS RULES AND REGULATIONS

ELGC Ladies Competitions are managed by the ELGC Ladies Committee as elected by the respective Ladies Comp golf

membership base. Their “Constitution & Conditions of Play” is available to view online at emeraldlakesgolf.com.au, or

through contacting the Ladies Captain.

ELGC LADIES COMMITTEE MEMBERS

President – Susan Lauff 0412 685 498 Secretary - Lesley Clarke 0421 139 473

Vice-President – Michelle Stinton 0412 142 439 Committee Member – Gloria Caulfied 0413 607 241

Captain – Di Gidney 0439 770 273 Committee Member – Georgina Bandy 0408 805 189

Vice-Captain – Roberta Roberts 0402 491 023 Committee Member – Gwenda Redpath 0407 356 213

Treasurer – Gail Coleman 0400 131 323 Committee Member – Wendy Kawan 0416 942 082

VETERANS COMPETITIONS RULES AND REGULATIONS

ELGC Veterans Competitions are managed by the ELGC Veterans Committee as elected by the respective Vets Comp golf

membership base. Their “Constitution & Conditions of Play” is available to view online at emeraldlakesgolf.com.au, or

through contacting the Vets Secretary.

ELGC VETS COMMITTEE MEMBERS

President – John Field Secretary - David Potter

Vice-President – John Robinson Committee Member – Ernie Lomax

Captain – Russell Wade Committee Member – Larry Coggan

Vice-Captain – John Black Committee Member – Warren Packer

Treasurer – John Meertens Committee Member – Neil Marshall

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SATURDAY COMPETITIONS Currently, Saturday single player events are divided into 4 grades: A Grade, B Grade, C Grade and D Grade with the field evenly spread by

handicap or closest as possible thereof. Partners events are generally divided into 2 grades: A Grade & B Grade.

*Gradings may vary at times depending on the spread of player handicaps and the size of the overall field in order to fairly distribute prize

winnings.

Comp Prizes per grade (subject to committee discretion) are paid as Loyalty Points: 1st $60, 2nd $40, 3rd $25

Additional Prizes: Nearest The Pins $10 each & Ball Rundown $10 each

Prize for a Hole-in-One during competition is $150 paid as Loyalty Points – subject to eligibility criteria

SATURDAY COMP COMMITTEE ([email protected])

President – Graham Harlow Captain/Match Committee – Harold Minton

Vice-President – Bob Turner Vice-Captain/Match Committee – Brett Ward

Treasurer – Duane Fisher Match Committee – Bruce Taylor

Committee Member – Larelle Frauenfelder

SCORE CARDS

All members registered to play in the competition must complete a card and ensure their details are clearly printed and correct. At the

completion of the round players are to enter their scores into the competition screen within 15 minutes of completing the round. All players

are responsible for the details recorded on their card. Failing to sign your card may result in disqualification from the competition. Players who

fail to enter their scores into the touch screen will receive one warning from the committee, with subsequent rounds not entered being

ineligible to receive loyalty points for the next Saturday competition round they play. NOTE - If the touch screens are out of action, leave the

card with the pro-shop to be entered by the committee.

(Not in the score box)

PLAYER OF THE YEAR From each Saturday’s results the following points are awarded:

- Normal Sat Comp : 1st 6pts, 2nd 4pts, 3rd 2pts to each grade

- Monthly Medal : 1st 10pts, 2nd 8pts, 3rd 6pts to each grade

- Perpetual trophy and Club Champ winners : 1st 10pts, 2nd 6pts

The winner of the trophy will then be selected by the committee from their Saturday Golf performances (as demonstrated by their high

accumulation of points earned throughout the ELGC calendar) year PLUS player loyalty, service, outstanding performances and their

commitment to ELGC and finally approval by ELGC Management.

SUMMER CUP Consists of two rounds of Stableford over 2 Saturdays. The winner is the best total points over all grades.

WINTER CUP Consists of two rounds of Stroke over 2 Saturdays. The winner is the best net total over all grades.

SHOOTOUT

Two person format over 4 rounds of competition:

Round 1 4BBB Gross and Net

Round 2 American Foursomes, Gross and Net

Round 3 2 Person Ambrose, Gross and Net

Round 4 Aggregate Stroke, Gross and Net

Prizes - Gross winners, Gross R/up, Net winners, Net R/Up (all for both A and B Grades)

4BBB CHAMPIONSHIP (Stroke)

Two person team format over 2 rounds. 2 Grades (depending on field size). Gross winner & R/Up, Net winner & R/Up.

2 PERSON AMBROSE CHAMPIONSHIP

Two person format over 1 round. 2 Grades. Gross winner, R/Up, Net winner, R/Up. Mixed. Net winner, Net R/Up

MATCHPLAY CHAMPIONSHIP STROKE - ALL GRADES

Players who wish to play in the Matchplay Champs are to register in the pro shop on a form supplied by the committee.

Grades consist of: Open Grade Hcp 0-5 (Gross), A Grade Hcp 6-10 (Net) as well as B, C and D Grades (Net).

All match-ups MUST be played within the nominated tee-times for each round as set forth by the Match Committee. However, RD1 and 2

matches ONLY may be played prior to these days/times is both players agree. Winner and R/up prizes awarded.

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MAJOR CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP - STROKE

The event will be played over 4 rounds, unless decided otherwise by the committee. Championship Grades will be determined following the

Round 1 field being split evenly, or best thereof. Prizes will be awarded for A, B, C, D Grades - Gross and Nett Winners & R/Ups in all grades

(Refer to Saturday Competition handicap clarifications above). The overall best Ladies Gross player will be added to the club honour board.

PETER KILBORN MEMORIAL

4BBB Stableford. The best overall team score on the day is the winner of the trophy.

CHRISTMAS FANCY DRESS DAY

4 Person Ambrose, Shotgun Start & Luncheon. Must be a consistent Saturday Competition playing member and have played a minimum of

10 Saturday Competition rounds to qualify.

MEDAL OF MEDALS

Members who have won a Monthly Medal between the previous November up until the recent October are eligible to compete in the

“Medal of Medals” event in November each year.

MOST PROMISING JUNIOR

This award can only be won once by any player and is presented to the junior male or female who embraces many of the ideals of golf. The

award is not necessarily for the lowest handicap junior but may include a junior who has shown excellent character and steady golf

improvement throughout the year. The selection process is to be carried out by the committee and ELGC management.

OPEN PENNANT AND INTERCLUB SELECTION & MANAGEMENT

OPEN PENNANT QUALIFICATION

Male players who wish to play in the ELGC Open Pennant team are to register their interest to management. Players may be required to play

in qualifying rounds as determined by club management & the committee.

INTERCLUB TEAM

The Saturday Committee aids funding, selects and manages the male interclub golf teams for the Interclub Pennants. The committee provides

golf balls and water for each of the teams and ELGC Management provides representative shirts, caps and provides meals for all players

when hosting the event.

INTERCLUB SELECTION

A Selection Committee will be appointed by the committee at the start of each term. The interclub competition is divided into 3 grades in

handicap brackets set by the Gold Coast District Golf Association. A squad of 8 players for each grade will be selected from player results in

the months leading up to the first round and a captain will be appointed from each squad. Club members who are eligible will be asked to

nominate for selection in March of the competition year. Club Matchplay Champions in A, B and C grade will be granted automatic

selection, should they wish. The D Grade Matchplay Champion will gain automatic selection if their handicap is within the scope of the C

Grade handicap bracket set by the GCDGA.

INTERCLUB MANAGEMENT

A manager will be appointed from within the committee if possible, or a suitable club member in the event a member of the committee is

not available. The manager is responsible for collecting the golf balls and water for each match and distributing to teams at the course on

the day. The manager will also co-ordinate playing day teams with the captains, ensuring that all squad members are given games in the

first 3 rounds. Subsequent matches will be selected on results over the first 3 rounds. Captains are to be briefed on their role by the Club

Captain, which will include etiquette, commitment to the team and communication between players, captains and manager. In all cases

the club’s reputation is paramount and all members representing the club will be advised of their responsibilities in such regard.

PERPETUAL TROPHIES, MEDAL & CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP ELIGIBILITY, GCDGA INTERCLUB QUALIFICATION

Only full GOLD category financial members are eligible to compete in a perpetual trophy, medal, championship

event or interclub qualification, provided they also have:

1. Completed 10 official club competition rounds at Emerald Lakes Golf club in the previous 6 months prior to

commencement date of the event.

2. Been a financial member for a minimum of 3 months prior to commencement date of event.

3. Emailed or written to the committee to gain qualifying exemption and subsequently have received

permission to compete if unable to fulfill the above 2 criteria.

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