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TECHNICAL & PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATION FOR THE

MAINTENANCE OF THE SCONE GOLF COURSE PREPARED FOR:

UPPER HUNTER SHIRE COUNCIL 135 LIVERPOOL STREET, SCONE N.S.W. 2337 PHONE: (02) 6540 1100 FAX: (02) 6545 2671 PREPARED BY:

UNIT 17, 68 ILLAWARRA ROAD MARRICKVILLE N.S.W. 2204 EMAIL: [email protected] IN ASSOCIATION WITH: NEYTURF PTY LTD TURFGRASS CONSULTING & RESEARCH 6 GLENBROOK CLOSE FRANKSTON SOUTH VIC 3199 EMAIL: [email protected] REVISION: C DATE: MONDAY 3RD JUNE 2019

WEIDLICH GOLF DESIGN & NEYTURF PTY LTD

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CONTENTS

SECTION 1 – INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................... 1 SECTION 2 – THE SITE ....................................................................................................................... 2

2.1 LOCATION & ACCESS .................................................................................................................... 2 2.2 THE RECONSTRUCTED GOLF COURSE ............................................................................................ 3

2.2.1 Tee Pads ................................................................................................................................... 3 2.2.2 Greens ...................................................................................................................................... 3 2.2.3 Tee & Green Surrounds, Fairways and Short Roughs .......................................................... 4 2.2.4 Bunkers ..................................................................................................................................... 4 2.2.5 Irrigation System ...................................................................................................................... 4 2.2.6 Turf Grass Species .................................................................................................................... 4 2.2.7 Site Soils .................................................................................................................................... 4

SECTION 3 – MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL ...................................................................................... 6 3.1 GENERAL ......................................................................................................................................... 6

3.1.1 Experience and Qualifications .............................................................................................. 6 3.1.2 Appearance & Personal Presentation ................................................................................. 6 3.1.3 Behaviour ................................................................................................................................. 6

SECTION 4 – TECHNICAL & PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................... 7 4.1 GENERAL ......................................................................................................................................... 7

4.1.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................. 7 4.1.2 Standards ................................................................................................................................. 7 4.1.3 Approach ................................................................................................................................ 7 4.1.4 Site Management ................................................................................................................... 7 4.1.5 Existing Services ....................................................................................................................... 8

4.2 TEE PADS ........................................................................................................................................ 11 4.2.1 Mowing .................................................................................................................................. 11 4.2.2 Weed Control ........................................................................................................................ 12 4.2.3 Fertilising ................................................................................................................................. 12 4.2.4 Management of Disease and Insect Issues ....................................................................... 12 4.2.5 Renovations ........................................................................................................................... 12

4.3 TEE SURROUNDS & INTERMEDIATE ROUGHS ................................................................................ 13 4.3.1 Mowing .................................................................................................................................. 13 4.3.2 Weed Control ........................................................................................................................ 13 4.3.3 Fertilising ................................................................................................................................. 13 4.3.4 Management of Disease and Insect Issues ....................................................................... 13 4.2.5 Renovations ........................................................................................................................... 13

4.4 GREENS .......................................................................................................................................... 13 4.4.1 Mowing .................................................................................................................................. 13 4.4.2 Weed Control ........................................................................................................................ 13 4.4.3 Fertilising ................................................................................................................................. 14 4.4.4 Management of Fungal, Disease and Insect Issues ......................................................... 14 4.4.5 Dethatching and Grooming ................................................................................................ 15 4.4.6 Wetting Agents ...................................................................................................................... 15 4.4.7 Renovations ........................................................................................................................... 15

4.5 GREEN SURROUNDS ...................................................................................................................... 15 4.5.1 Mowing .................................................................................................................................. 15 4.3.2 Weed Control ........................................................................................................................ 15 4.3.3 Fertilising ................................................................................................................................. 15 4.3.4 Management of Disease and Insect Issues ....................................................................... 15 4.5.5 Renovations ........................................................................................................................... 15

4.6 FAIRWAYS ..................................................................................................................................... 15 4.6.1 Mowing .................................................................................................................................. 15 4.6.2 Weeding ................................................................................................................................. 15 4.6.3 Fertilising ................................................................................................................................. 16 4.6.4 Management of Disease and Insect Issues ....................................................................... 16 4.6.5 Renovations ........................................................................................................................... 16


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4.7 SHORT ROUGHS ............................................................................................................................ 17 4.7.1 Mowing .................................................................................................................................. 17 4.3.2 Weed Control ........................................................................................................................ 17 4.3.3 Fertilising ................................................................................................................................. 17

4.8 OUTER ROUGHS ............................................................................................................................ 17 4.9 BUNKERS ........................................................................................................................................ 17 4.10 LANDSCAPE .................................................................................................................................. 17 4.11 IRRIGATION SYSTEM ..................................................................................................................... 18

4.11.1 Irrigation Water Sources ....................................................................................................... 18 4.11.2 Irrigation Practices ................................................................................................................ 18 4.11.3 Irrigation System .................................................................................................................... 19

4.12 IRRIGATION SYSTEM PUMP HOUSE, PUMP STATION & SUCTION INFRASTRUCTURE ................... 19 4.13 BORE WATER PUMP ....................................................................................................................... 20 4.14 DRAINAGE INFRASTRUCTURE ....................................................................................................... 20 4.15 IRRIGATION WATER STORAGE LAKES .......................................................................................... 20 4.16 MAINTENANCE & CART PATHS ..................................................................................................... 20 4.17 GOLF COURSE FURNITURE ............................................................................................................ 20 4.18 STRUCTURES ................................................................................................................................... 20

4.18.1 Rest Shelter ............................................................................................................................. 20 4.18.2 Toilet Building ......................................................................................................................... 21

4.19 CULVERTS ...................................................................................................................................... 21 4.20 EXISTING BRIDGES ........................................................................................................................ 21 4.21 PRACTICE AREA ............................................................................................................................ 21 4.22 MAINTENANCE COMPOUND ....................................................................................................... 22 4.23 GENERAL REINSTATEMENT & RECTIFICATION WORKS ................................................................. 23 4.24 COURSE RENOVATIONS ............................................................................................................... 23

4.24.1 Greens .................................................................................................................................... 23 4.24.2 Tee Pads ................................................................................................................................. 24 4.24.3 Fairways .................................................................................................................................. 24 4.24.4 Tee and Green Surrounds .................................................................................................... 24

SECTION 5 – COURSE SET UP ........................................................................................................ 25 5.1 GENERAL ....................................................................................................................................... 25

SECTION 6 – CONTRACTOR DOCUMENTATION, MONITORING & REPORTING ......................... 26 6.1 CONTRACTOR DOCUMENTATION ............................................................................................... 26 6.2 MONITORING ................................................................................................................................ 26

6.2.1 Soil Moisture Monitoring ........................................................................................................ 26 6.2.2 Visual Inspections .................................................................................................................. 26 6.2.3 Staff Inductions/Training ....................................................................................................... 26

6.3 REPORTING .................................................................................................................................... 27 6.3.1 General Maintenance Activities ......................................................................................... 27 6.3.2 Salinity ..................................................................................................................................... 27

FIGURES: FIGURE 1: THE RECONSTRUCTED SCONE GOLF COURSE …...……………………………………………………2 FIGURE 2: APPROXIMATE LOCATIONS & ALIGNMENTS OF BURIED AC PIPES………………….……..………10 FIGURE 3: APPROXIMATE LOCATIONS & ALIGNMENTS OF BURIED AC PIPES………………….……..………10 FIGURE 4: APPROXIMATE ALIGNMENT OF RISING SEWER MAINS & POWERLINE EASEMENTS……..………11 FIGURE 5: THE PRACTICE AREA……………………………………….……..………………………………………22 TABLES: TABLE 1: SPECIFICATIONS FOR TEE & GREENS GROWING MEDIUM.……………………………………………3 TABLE 2: GRASS SPECIES AND AREAS…………..……………………………………………………………………5 TABLE 3: REPORTING REQUIREMENTS FOR SALINITY MONITORING & MANAGEMENT ACTIVITIES………...27


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APPENDIX A – ‘WORKS-AS-EXECUTED’ DRAWINGS OF THE SCONE GOLF COURSE APPENDIX B – EFFLUENT RETICULATION SYSTEM APPENDIX C – APPROVED SALINITY MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR THE SCONE GOLF COURSE DOCUMENT CONTROL:

REVISION: C

DATE OF ISSUE: Monday 3rd June 2019

PREPARED BY: Mark Wylie & John Neylan

APPROVED BY: Mark Wylie

DOCUMENT STATUS: Released for Expression of Interest

ISSUED TO: David Gatewood – Manager, Business Services – Upper Hunter Shire Council Nicholas Havyatt – Director, Infrastructure Services – Upper Hunter Shire Council Alan Fletcher – Manager, Special Projects – Upper Hunter Shire Council

ISSUED FOR: Expression of Interest


Technical & Performance Specification for the Maintenance of the Scone Golf Course

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SECTION 1 – INTRODUCTION

The existing Scone Golf Course and associated practice facilities has recently undergone a full redesign and reconstruction, predicated on the need to accommodate the construction of the proposed New England Highway Bypass (Bypass) around the township of Scone by the NSW Roads and Maritime Services (RMS). The works have been completed by golf course contractor McMahons Pty Ltd under a ‘Design & Construct’ contract, which saw Pacific Coast Design complete the detailed design of the revised layout. All playing surfaces have been rebuilt, including tees and their surrounds, greens and their surrounds, fairways and short roughs. Seven new bunkers have been constructed throughout the layout, along with concrete and gravel cart paths, several culverts (creek crossings), two enlarged water storage ponds and a new drainage channel across the 6th hole. Extensive revegetation works have been carried out throughout the site. A fully automated irrigation system, pump station and pump suction infrastructure have also been installed to ensure all playing surfaces can be irrigated year-round using a combination of site-drawn bore water and treated effluent water (subject to approval). Owned by Upper Hunter Shire Council, the reconstructed Scone Golf Course occupies portions of Lot 202 DP585078, Lot 21 DP11961 and Lot 22 DP11961, as well Lot 2 DP881852 and Lot 102 DP1093507 to the south. Separated by the Bypass, the new practice area is situated to the north of the golf course in between the Scone Sporties Clubhouse and the adjacent Bypass. Grow in of the new golf course and practice area was completed in May 2019, and the facility is now open for play. The Upper Hunter Shire Council (Council) is now seeking to engage the services of a qualified and experienced Golf Course Maintenance Contractor (Maintenance Contractor) to undertake the ongoing maintenance of both the reconstructed golf course and the new practice area. This Technical and Performance Specification has been developed on behalf of Council and sets out the ongoing maintenance requirements for the redeveloped assets.



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SECTION 2 – THE SITE

2.1 LOCATION & ACCESS The Scone Golf Course is located on the southern side of the township of Scone in the Upper Hunter Valley of New South Wales approximately two hours’ drive north of Newcastle on the New England Highway, and three hours from Sydney. The golf course is bounded to the west by the Bill Rose Sports Complex, to the south by farmland, to the east by more farmland and the adjacent railway tracks, and to the north by the New England Highway Bypass. The White Park Equestrian Centre is located directly north of the Bypass. The golf course is primarily accessible from Aberdeen Street to the north, and via gates in the boundary fence to the west via the Bill Rose Sports Complex. Figure 1 below depicts the above features.

FIGURE 1: THE RECONSTRUCTED SCONE GOLF COURSE

WHITE PARK EQUESTRIAN CENTRE

BYPASS

ABERDEEN STREET



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2.2 THE RECONSTRUCTED GOLF COURSE Below is a summary of the constructed profiles of the various playing surfaces of the new golf course and practice area. Details regarding the new bunkers and irrigation system are also provided.

2.2.1 Tee Pads The constructed profile of all tee pads is as follows: • Compacted sub base (using site soils) with a single ‘v’ shape profile. • Single 50mm diameter perforated drainage line installed to the centre of the tee sub base (in the

base of the ‘v’) with a localised discharge point typically into buried pit filled with drainage gravel adjacent to the tee pad.

• 100mm depth of an imported drainage gravel layer over the entire sub-base and drainage line. • Minimum uniform 200mm depth of an imported growing medium (refer Table 1 below). The finished surface of each tee pad has a uniform cross fall in one direction (minimum of 1%, maximum of 2%).

2.2.2 Greens All greens are a perched water table construction based on the principles outlined in the USGA Recommendations For A Method Of Putting Green Construction as prepared by the United States Golf Association. The constructed profile of all greens is as follows: • Compacted sub base (using site soils). • Flat-panel perforated drainage lines (‘Mega-Flo 300’ by Geofabrics Australia) installed to the sub

base. Discharge point(s) are identified on the ‘Works-As-Executed’ drawings in Appendix A. • Minimum uniform 100mm depth of an imported drainage gravel layer over the entire sub-base

and drainage lines. • Minimum uniform 250mm depth of an imported growing medium (refer Table 1 below). The greens have been constructed in the above profile through their full extents and do not have collars. All greens have a non-permeable HDPE liner installed vertically on the edge of the green. This liner has been installed from the sub base of the green up to a level such that it finishes approximately 50mm below the finished surface of the green.

TABLE 1: SPECIFICATIONS FOR TEE & GREENS GROWING MEDIUM PARTICLE SIZE % RETAINED Gravel (>3.34mm) 0

Fine Gravel (2.00mm) 0

Very Coarse Sand (1.00mm) <10

Coarse Sand (0.50mm) <20

Medium Sand (0.25mm) 40 – 50

Fine Sand (0.15mm) <30

Very Fine Sand (0.05mm) <10

Silt and Clay (<0.05mm) <5

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES Total Porosity (%) (at 30cm tension) 35 – 55

Volumetric Water (%) (at 30cm tension) 15 – 25

Aeration Porosity (%) (at 30cm tension) 15 – 30

Gravimetric Water (%) (at 30cm tension) 12 – 20

Hydraulic Conductivity (mm/hr) >150

pH (water) 4.5 – 7.5

Total Salts (ppm) <600



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2.2.3 Tee & Green Surrounds, Fairways and Short Roughs The constructed profile of all tee and green surrounds, fairways and short roughs is as follows: • Compacted subgrade. • Approximately 150 - 250mm depth of amended site topsoil. Prior to the construction contractor placing the site topsoil to these areas the sub grade was ripped to a depth of 250 – 300mm.

2.2.4 Bunkers The constructed profile of all bunkers is as follows: • Compacted sub base (using site soils). • 100mm diameter perforated drainage line(s) installed to the sub base. Drainage trenches have

been lined with geofabric and backfilled with drainage aggregate. The discharge point for each bunker are identified on the ‘Works-As-Executed’ drawings in Appendix A.

• Bunker liner installed to the sub base. • Minimum 100mm uniform depth of imported bunker sand (refer specification below in Table 1). Bunkers are generally of a shallow to moderate depth, with sand to the lower portions of the bunker faces only. The upper faces and edges of the bunkers are grassed with kikuyu.

2.2.5 Irrigation System With respect to the layout and arrangement of all irrigation infrastructure on the golf course and at the practice area, reference is made to the ‘Works-As-Executed’ drawings included in Appendix A.

Key components of the new irrigation system include:

• A Central Control System (note: desktop computer to be housed in a suitable, secure location);

• Pipework: Main Lines and Lateral lines;

• Sprinkler Heads to all playing surfaces as nominated;

• Control Valves;

• Decoder Control Units;

• Power & Communication Cabling; and

• A Pump Station and associated Pump Suction Infrastructure.

A quick coupling valve is located at each green complex to allow for hand watering as may be required.

2.2.6 Turf Grass Species All newly-constructed and modified play surfaces throughout the reconstructed golf course and new practice area have been grassed using species identified in Table 2 over page. The table also includes approximate areas of those surfaces as well as other elements in the layout.

2.2.7 Site Soils Previous investigations have identified that the soils on the site are high in fine soil particles and appear to be consistent across the site. These soils have a low organic matter content, a fragile aggregate structure, high in salts and sodium and a slow drainage rate. These soils are susceptible to compaction if overworked, particularly when they are wet. Working these soils when wet will result in them becoming severely compacted.



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TABLE 2: GRASS SPECIES AND AREAS PLAYING SURFACE / AREA SPECIES APPROXIMATE AREA (m2)

Tee Pads Kikuyu (Pennisetum clandestinum) 3,990

Tee Surrounds Kikuyu (Pennisetum clandestinum) 6,500

Greens Blend of Penn A-1/A-4 Creeping Bentgrass 3,930

Green Surrounds Kikuyu (Pennisetum clandestinum) 67,420

Bunker Edges / Surrounds Kikuyu (Pennisetum clandestinum)

Fairways Kikuyu (Pennisetum clandestinum)

Short Roughs Kikuyu (Pennisetum clandestinum) 36,670

Intermediate and Outer Roughs Perennial Rye Grass (Impact II) Cocksfoot (Safin) Tall Fescue (Porto/Hummer)

N/A

Bunkers N/A 350

Water Storage Lakes N/A 8,000



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SECTION 3 – MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL

3.1 GENERAL

3.1.1 Experience and Qualifications Council is relying upon the expertise of the Maintenance Contractor and their employees to carry out all maintenance activities for the golf course and practice area in a professional, competent and timely manner. The Maintenance Contractor is responsible for ensuring that all maintenance personnel employed are appropriately qualified, competent and experienced, and that they hold current, valid versions of all relevant licenses, tickets and qualifications for the works and activities for which they perform. Copies of all such documentation are to be furnished by the Maintenance Contractor for the information and records of Council as may be requested from time to time throughout the duration of the Maintenance Contract. The Maintenance Contractor is to either employ directly a full-time qualified greenkeeper with a minimum of ten (10) years post-apprenticeship experience in golf course green keeping for the position of Head Greenkeeper/Superintendent. The substitution of maintenance personnel may be undertaken by the Maintenance Contractor from time to time, subject to approval by Council. The Maintenance Contractor will carry full responsibility for the management and performance of all staff working on the property.

3.1.2 Appearance & Personal Presentation The Maintenance Contractor and all of their employees are to be dressed in appropriate work clothing (uniform) and are to maintain a clean, neat and tidy appearance at all times whilst on site.

3.1.3 Behaviour The Maintenance Contractor and all of their employees are to display courtesy and respect to all users of the golf course, adjoining residents and users of the Bill Rose Sports Complex in order to maintain a good relationship with the local community and to promote a positive image of the golf course and Council at all times. The use of foul offensive language will not be tolerated at any time. Smoking within the maintenance compound is strictly prohibited. The consumption of alcohol and/or illicit drugs anywhere on the premises are strictly prohibited. The Maintenance Contractor is required to provide a copy of all policies and procedures as they relate to the roles, responsibilities and behavior of staff to Council. It is expected that all such policies and procedures are included in the Maintenance Contractor’s Work, Health & Safety Management Plan, as identified in Item 6.1 of this Specification.



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SECTION 4 – TECHNICAL & PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS

4.1 GENERAL

4.1.1 Introduction The Maintenance Contractor is responsible for all aspects of the professional maintenance of the golf course and the practice area as described in this Specification. Unless identified otherwise, all materials, machinery, equipment, tools and labour required to complete all maintenance activities are to be supplied by the Maintenance Contractor, and all costs associated with their supply as deemed to be included in the agreement between the two parties.

4.1.2 Standards All methods of maintenance, machinery operations, machinery maintenance, materials chemical applications and conduct of operations are to be in accordance with all applicable Australian Standards, Association Codes, Work Health and Safety Laws and Regulations, and the requirements of product manufacturers and/or suppliers.

4.1.3 Approach It is intended that the maintenance of the golf course and practice area is to be undertaken utilising Integrated Pest Management Programs (IPM). This is to say that the approach taken will be one of working with the local environment and not against it. IPM is the setting of realistic levels of maintenance, and the construction and maintenance of conditions that naturally enable good turfgrass surfaces to thrive. The construction of the Golf Course will set up conditions conducive to quality turf growth through proper soil structure (organics and drainage), surface and subsoil drainage, construction profiles and water management programs. The grasses selected will also provide the basis for a natural approach to maintenance. It should be noted that while following IPM principles the use of plant protection chemicals (e.g. fungicides, herbicides etc.) is acceptable. Where plant protection chemicals are used it is important to use:

• Turf registered chemicals.

• Chemicals with the lowest toxicity.

• Pest(s) are to be identified and the most appropriate product selected for the pest(s) to be controlled.

4.1.4 Site Management

4.1.4.1 Site Access All vehicles employed by the Maintenance Contractor or their employees, may only enter or exit the site via the nominated access points from Aberdeen Street as described below:

1) The existing entrance/driveway to the Bill Rose Sports Complex; and

2) The existing entrance/driveway to the Scone Sporties Clubhouse

The primary access point into the golf course to be used by the Maintenance Contractor and their employees is to be the gates in the fence along with western boundary of the site, as accessible via the Bill Rose Sports Complex. The Maintenance Contractor is to take all necessary precautions to ensure that roads and thoroughfares used by all of their employees are not damaged in performing any activities under their engagement with Council.

4.1.4.2 Site Security The Maintenance Contractor is responsible for ensuring that the Maintenance Compound is locked and secure, and that all gates along the western boundary of the site are locked and secure at the end of each day. This is to include weekends and all public holidays.



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In addition to the above, the Maintenance Contractor must put in place whatever other measures are required to ensure compliance with the Work, Health and Safety Act (2011), WorkCover requirements and any other relevant statutory requirements.

4.1.4.3 Hours of Work Generally, all maintenance activities on the site are to be restricted to the following hours:

• Monday to Saturday: 6:00am to 7:00pm.

• Sunday and Public Holidays: 6:00am to 5:00pm.

The Maintenance Contractor is responsible for instructing and controlling all employees regarding the hours of work. Any maintenance activities outside these hours must be approved in writing by Council. Should such requests be approved, the Maintenance Contractor is responsible for the costs for any such supervision required, unless agreed otherwise with Council. The Maintenance Contractor is advised that no truck movements to and from site through the Bill Rose Sports Complex are to be undertaken on either weekends or public holidays without prior written approval from Council.

4.1.4.4 Protection of Assets The Maintenance Contractor is required to undertake all necessary steps and precautions throughout the entire duration of the Maintenance Contract to protect and retain all existing assets within and immediately adjacent to the site. This is to include all services, physical infrastructure, playing surfaces and vegetation.

4.1.4.5 Vandalism All instances of damage or vandalism identified within the site, including golf course irrigation and drainage infrastructure, golf course furniture, structures, buildings, fences, culverts, landscape and the playing surfaces of the golf course are to be reported by the Maintenance Contractor to Council immediately. Reporting is to include timing of when the damage was first noticed, the extents of damage observed and potential causes. Council will arrange for any subsequent repairs/replacements to be carried out. In the event of damage to either landscape elements or the playing surfaces of the golf course, Council will seek the advice of the Maintenance Contractor as to the most appropriate method(s) of repair and reinstatement and their associated costs.

4.1.4.6 After Hours Contacts Before commencing any work, the Maintenance Contractor is to submit to Council the names and telephone numbers of responsible persons who, in the case of an emergency, may be contacted for after hour calls.

4.1.4.7 Advertising The Maintenance Contractor will not exhibit or permit to be exhibited any advertisements on the site or on any land to which they access under the Maintenance Contract unless the written permission of Council has been obtained.

4.1.4.8 Rubbish Removal The Maintenance Contractor is to collect and remove rubbish from the golf course and practice area as required to maintain the site a neat and tidy appearance at all times. All man-made rubbish and waste collected from the golf course and practice area is to be temporarily stored at the Maintenance Compound in a suitable waste unit as supplied by Council. Rubbish is to be removed from the site and disposed of by the Maintenance Contractor as necessary in a manner approved by the relevant authorities.

4.1.5 Existing Services The Maintenance Contractor is responsible for familiarising themselves and all of their employees with all existing services within the site. ‘Works-As-Executed’ drawings of the reconstructed golf course and new practice area, including all irrigation and drainage infrastructure are included in Appendix A. In identifying and locating any additional services that will be affected by maintenance activities, the Maintenance Contractor is advised of the following services that are known to Council:



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4.1.5.1 Rising Sewer Mains There are two sewerage pump stations located adjacent to the golf course: one sited to the east of the property, and the other to the north (adjacent to the Golf Clubhouse entry road). 250mm and 375mm diameter AC (asbestos) rising sewer main lines extend from these pump stations respectively and extend through the golf course to the sewerage treatment plant to the southwest. Their approximate alignments are shown in Figure 4. The rising sewer mains are extremely fragile and where previously located in services searches, have been found to have minimal cover. Accordingly, they are to be protected by the Maintenance Contractor at all times. Any maintenance access roads that cross over these rising sewer mains are to be clearly identified by the Maintenance Contractor, including all proposed measures to be implemented to ensure their protection when making materials deliveries or moving large machinery and equipment on site.

4.1.5.2 Treated Effluent Supply Lines There are two 100mm diameter irrigation supply lines that extend from the adjacent Bill Rose Sports Complex into the existing golf course. One line serves to supply treated water to Lake A within the golf course, while the other continues east under the Bypass Corridor and into White Park. Their approximate alignments are shown on a plan in Appendix B.

4.1.5.3 Piezometers Three piezometers have previously been installed in the south-eastern portion of the site as part of salinity investigations on the site. The tops of the piezometers have been painted pink and are readily identifiable on the site as they are spread along the length of the new 6th hole. Moving from north to south, they are located:

• 1 - East of the ladies tee pads;

• 2 - South west of the fairway bunker; and

• 3 - South east of the putting green.

4.1.5.4 Redundant Asbestos-Cement (AC) Irrigation Pipes Lot 102 contains three lengths of asbestos cement (AC) irrigation pipe. These AC pipes are redundant and are left over from previous agricultural uses of this parcel of land. All three lengths of AC pipe are located in the south-western portion of the site and run in a general north-south alignment. Reference is made to Figure 2 and Figure 3 over page for their approximate locations. Pipe ‘A’ is sited just west of the second (most western) creek on the 7th hole, while Pipes ‘B’ and ‘C’ are sited to the east of the same creek. The pipes are extremely fragile and where previously encountered, have been found to have minimal soil cover of approximately 200 to 300mm. Accordingly, they are to be protected by the Maintenance Contractor at all times. The most northern end Pipes ‘A’ and ‘B’ are marked by a yellow bollard and plaque, while the most northern and southern ends of Pipe ‘C’ are marked by a post labelled ‘! ASBESTOS – END OF ASBESTOS PIPE’. Lot 202 also contains a length of AC irrigation pipe (Pipe ‘D’), now redundant and left over from previous agricultural uses of this parcel of land. The AC pipe is located in the central portion of the golf course site (at the northern end of Lake B) and runs in a general north-west alignment. The pipe is extremely fragile and where previously encountered, has been found to have minimal soil cover of approximately 200 to 300mm. Accordingly, it is to be protected by the Maintenance Contractor at all times. The most southern end of this length of pipe is marked by a post labelled ‘! ASBESTOS – END OF ASBESTOS PIPE’. The extent of this pipe is not known. Any proposed excavation works in proximity of the above four lengths of (AC) irrigation pipe will require written approval from Council.



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FIGURE 2: APPROXIMATE LOCATION & ALIGNMENT OF BURIED AC PIPE ‘A’

FIGURE 3: APPROXIMATE LOCATIONS & ALIGNMENTS OF BURIED AC PIPES ‘B’ AND ‘C’



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4.1.5.5 Powerline Easement Lots 102 and 202 (both of which the golf course occupies) are burdened with a twenty (20) metre wide easement for electricity lines. Their alignment is shown on Figure 4. In carrying out maintenance activities the Maintenance Contractor is to comply with all Ausgrid requirements regarding any proposed works either within or immediately adjacent to the easement. Information can be found at: https://www.ausgrid.com.au/Common/Safety/Working-safe/Workingnearpowerlines.aspx

FIGURE 4: APPROXIMATE ALIGNMENT OF RISING SEWER MAINS & POWERLINE EASEMENTS

4.2 TEE PADS

4.2.1 Mowing All tee pads are to be mown at a uniform height in the range of 8-10mm or as otherwise agreed with Council with a ride on cylinder mower designed for the task. As a guide it is expected that all tee pads are mown a minimum of twice per week or as required to maintain the agreed height and an adequate golf playing surface.



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4.2.2 Weed Control The Maintenance Contractor is responsible for ensuring all tee pads are kept in a weed free manner at all times. Primarily the tee pads are to be treated with selective herbicides including both pre and post emergent herbicides and also hand weeded as necessary to maintain this standard.

4.2.3 Fertilising The fertiliser program for tee pads must provide sufficient nutrients to ensure that a vigorous and healthy turf is sustained at all times. Particular attention needs to be given to maintaining a high level of turf density, good wear tolerance and recovery from wear. Under no circumstances is the turf to be allowed to become nutrient deficient. The indicative nitrogen applications should provide around 2 – 3kg of nitrogen/100m2/year. However, sufficient growth MUST be sustained to cope with the wear and to provide quick recovery. The indicative potassium applications should provide around 3kg of potassium/100m2/year. Other key nutrients such as Phosphorus, Calcium, Magnesium and Trace elements (e.g. copper, zinc etc.) will be applied as part of the regular fertiliser applications with annual corrections to be made based on soil nutrient analysis tests from indicative tees. Tee pads would be expected to be fertilised at least every 4 weeks during the peak growing period.

4.2.4 Management of Disease and Insect Issues IPM guidelines are to be adopted and implemented by the Maintenance Contractor so as to minimise the risk of, disease or insect outbreaks on the tees. The Maintenance Contractor is responsible for the identification and control of all such outbreaks that could occur within the tees. Such control is to ensure that the basic causal problems are isolated and treated in an efficient and effective manner to reduce both the level of damage to the playing surfaces and any subsequent impacts on use/golf play. In the event of a suspected disease or insect outbreak the Contractor is to take samples and then submit them to an appropriate laboratory for identification. Based on the I.D. the appropriate action will be undertaken. Where pesticide applications are made only turf registered pesticides will be used and applied at the recommended rates and the method of application should be strictly adhered to. Before a pesticide is applied the insect, weed or disease must be identified at a turf laboratory and the appropriate remedial action taken.

The use of any pesticide by the Maintenance Contractor is to:

• Be in accordance with all applicable WH&S regulations;

• Be undertaken by appropriately qualified personal (i.e. maintenance staff are to have a Chemical Users Certificate);

• Use the most effective and lowest toxicity pesticide registered for the particular pest;

• Be registered for use in turf;

• Use the most appropriate equipment that has been correctly calibrated;

• Take all care with respect to adjoining properties;

• Be proceeded with appropriate notice to all staff and users of the facility that spraying is taking place; and

• Include the maintenance of appropriate records in respect to all applications made.

4.2.5 Renovations Renovations of all tee pads are to be undertaken in accordance with Item 4.24.2 of this Specification.



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4.3 TEE SURROUNDS & INTERMEDIATE ROUGHS

4.3.1 Mowing All tee surrounds and intermediate roughs are to be mown at a uniform height in the range of 35-50mm or as otherwise agreed with Council with a ride on cylinder mower designed for the task. As a guide it is expected that all tee surrounds and intermediate roughs are mown a minimum of once per two weeks or as required to maintain the agreed height.

4.3.2 Weed Control Weed control to all tee surrounds and intermediate roughs is to be in accordance with the requirements identified for tee pads (refer item 4.2.2 of this Specification).

4.3.3 Fertilising The fertiliser program for all tee surrounds and intermediate roughs is to be in accordance with the requirements identified for tee pads (refer item 4.2.3 of this Specification).

4.3.4 Management of Disease and Insect Issues The management of disease and insect issues for all tee surrounds is to be in accordance with the requirements identified for tee pads (refer item 4.2.4 of this Specification).

4.2.5 Renovations Renovations of all tee surrounds are to be undertaken in accordance with Item 4.24.4 of this Specification.

4.4 GREENS

4.4.1 Mowing All greens are to be mown at a uniform height in the range of 3-4mm or as otherwise agreed with Council with a motorised greens cylinder mower suited to the task. All mowing must be done with catchers and the grass clippings are to be removed from the green and disposed of in a proper manner (spread out evenly and not in a pile) away from the playing surfaces. Greens are to be mown a minimum of once per day four times per week. At times the greens may require double cutting or extra cutting when preparing for tournaments or special events. Council will notify the Maintenance Contractor of all such instances. When mowing the greens, they should be mown in a different direction at each mowing working through at least 3 – 4 different directions. Care also needs to be taken with the perimeter cut and to avoid a “mower ring” due to excessive traffic. The similar care needs to be taken where the mower is turned.

4.4.2 Weed Control The Maintenance Contractor is responsible for ensuring all greens are kept predominantly weed free at all times, with particular focus on the control of Poa annua, Summergrass (Digitaria sp.) and other annual weeds.

The minimum requirements for keeping the greens in a predominantly weed free manner are:

• Ensuring that the total content of Poa annua is less than 5% of the putting surface for each green;

• Ensuring that all other weeds are kept out of the putting surface of each green.

The Maintenance Contractor is expected to undertake a program of Poa annua control through the use of Plant Growth Regulators (e.g. Primo™ and Paclobutrazol) and endothal. Any chemical control program must be well documented by the Maintenance Contractor and there must be no damage to the playing surface as a result of selective herbicide applications.



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4.4.3 Fertilising The fertiliser program for greens must provide sufficient nutrients to ensure that a vigorous and healthy turf is sustained at all times. Particular attention needs to be given to maintaining a high level of turf density, good wear tolerance recovery from wear and a smooth putting surface. Under no circumstances is the turf to be allowed to become nutrient deficient. The indicative nitrogen applications should provide around 1.5 – 2kg of nitrogen/100m2/year. However, sufficient growth MUST be sustained to cope with the wear but also to provide a smooth putting surface of moderate pace. The indicative potassium applications should provide around 4kg of potassium/100m2/year. Other key nutrients such as Phosphorus, Calcium, and Trace elements (e.g. copper, zinc etc.) will be applied as part of the regular fertiliser applications with annual corrections to be made based on soil nutrient analysis tests from indicative greens. Magnesium and Iron will be applied as part of the regular fertiliser program. Greens would be expected to be fertilised at least every 2 - 3 weeks to provide steady growth and to avoid strong flushes of growth. The philosophy of “spoon feeding” or a little and often is expected to be followed.

4.4.4 Management of Fungal, Disease and Insect Issues IPM guidelines are to be adopted and implemented by the Maintenance Contractor so as to minimise the risk of fungal, disease or insect outbreaks on the greens. The Maintenance Contractor is responsible for the identification and control of all such outbreaks that could occur within the greens. Such control is to ensure that the basic causal problems are isolated and treated in an efficient and effective manner to reduce both the level of damage to the playing surfaces and any subsequent impacts on use/golf play.

In the event of a suspected disease or insect outbreak the Contractor is to take samples and then submit them to an appropriate laboratory for identification. Based on the I.D. the appropriate action will be undertaken.

Where pesticide applications are made only turf registered pesticides will be used and applied at the recommended rates and the method of application should be strictly adhered to. Before a pesticide is applied the insect, weed or disease must be identified at a turf laboratory and the appropriate remedial action taken. The use of any pesticide by the Maintenance Contractor is to:











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4.4.5 Dethatching and Grooming Dethatching and grooming are critical maintenance techniques in maintaining an acceptable putting surface and to assist in thatch control. The greens should be dethatched/groomed every 6 - 8 weeks throughout the peak growing period. This should be undertaken with the appropriate attachments on the greens mower with all plant material picked up and disposed of in an appropriate manner.

4.4.6 Wetting Agents Wetting agents are to be applied as required so as to avoid the formation of localised dry spot or hydrophobic soil conditions.

4.4.7 Renovations Renovations of all greens are to be undertaken in accordance with Item 4.24.1 of this Specification.

4.5 GREEN SURROUNDS

4.5.1 Mowing All green surrounds are to be mown at a uniform height in the range of 12-15mm or as otherwise agreed with Council with a ride on cylinder mower designed for the task. As a guide it is expected that all green surrounds are mown a minimum of once per week or as required to maintain the agreed height and an adequate golf playing surface.

4.3.2 Weed Control Weed control to all green surrounds is to be in accordance with the requirements identified for tee pads (refer item 4.2.2 of this Specification).

4.3.3 Fertilising The fertiliser program for all green surrounds is to be in accordance with the requirements identified for tee pads (refer item 4.2.3 of this Specification).

4.3.4 Management of Disease and Insect Issues The management of disease and insect issues for all green surrounds is to be in accordance with the requirements identified for tee pads (refer item 4.2.4 of this Specification).

4.5.5 Renovations Renovations of all green surrounds are to be undertaken in accordance with Item 4.24.4 of this Specification.

4.6 FAIRWAYS

4.6.1 Mowing All fairways are to be mown at a uniform height in the range of 12-15mm or as otherwise agreed with Council with a ride on cylinder mower designed for the task. As a guide it is expected that all fairways are mown a minimum of once per week or as required to maintain the agreed height and an adequate golf playing surface. It is expected that the mowing frequency will need to be more frequent during the peak growth period and possibly down to once every 2 – 3 weeks during winter dormancy.

4.6.2 Weeding The Maintenance Contractor is responsible for ensuring all fairways have a low weed population. It is expected that the weed population will be no more than 10 – 15% of the turf surface on each individual golf hole. Weeds are considered to be any other plant species that is NOT Kikuyu. Weeds of greatest concern are Paspalum (Paspalum dilatatum) and Summergrass (Digitaria sanguinalis). Primarily the fairways are to be treated with selective herbicides including both pre and post emergent herbicides and also hand weeded as necessary to maintain this standard.



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4.6.3 Fertilising The fertiliser program for all fairways must provide sufficient nutrients to ensure that a vigorous and healthy turf is sustained at all times. Particular attention needs to be given to maintaining a high level of turf density, good wear tolerance and recovery from wear. Under no circumstances is the turf to be allowed to become nutrient deficient. The indicative nitrogen applications should provide around 2kg of nitrogen/100m2/year. However, sufficient growth MUST be sustained to cope with the wear and to provide quick recovery. The indicative potassium applications should provide around 2 - 3kg of potassium/100m2/year. Other key nutrients such as Phosphorus, Calcium, Magnesium and Trace elements (e.g. copper, zinc etc.) will be applied as part of the regular fertiliser applications with annual corrections to be made based on soil nutrient analysis tests from indicative tees. Fairways would be expected to be fertilised at least 4 times a year.

4.6.4 Management of Disease and Insect Issues IPM guidelines are to be adopted and implemented by the Maintenance Contractor so as to minimise the risk of, disease or insect outbreaks on the fairways. The Maintenance Contractor is responsible for the identification and control of all such outbreaks that could occur within the fairways. Such control is to ensure that the basic causal problems are isolated and treated in an efficient and effective manner to reduce both the level of damage to the playing surfaces and any subsequent impacts on use/golf play.

In the event of a suspected disease or insect outbreak the Contractor is to take samples and then submit them to an appropriate laboratory for identification. Based on the I.D. the appropriate action will be undertaken.

Where pesticide applications are made only turf registered pesticides will be used and applied at the recommended rates and the method of application should be strictly adhered to. Before a pesticide is applied the insect, weed or disease must be identified at a turf laboratory and the appropriate remedial action taken. The use of any pesticide by the Maintenance Contractor is to:









4.6.5 Renovations Renovations of all fairways are to be undertaken in accordance with Item 4.24.3 of this Specification.



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4.7 SHORT ROUGHS

4.7.1 Mowing All short roughs are to be mown at a uniform height in the range of 35-50mm or as otherwise agreed with Council with a ride on mower designed for the task. As a guide it is expected that all short roughs are mown a minimum of once every two weeks or as required to maintain the agreed height and an adequate golf playing surface.

4.3.2 Weed Control Weed control to all short roughs is to be in accordance with the requirements identified for fairways (refer item 4.6.2 of this Specification).

4.3.3 Fertilising The fertiliser program for all short roughs is to be in accordance with the requirements identified for fairways (refer item 4.6.3 of this Specification).

4.8 OUTER ROUGHS For the purposes of clarifying scope, outer roughs are deemed to include all non-playing areas within the boundaries of the site not described elsewhere in this Specification and are to include all water courses, including Parsons Gully, Figtree Creek and other smaller drainage channels, both natural and man-made. All outer roughs are to be slashed a minimum of one every six months / twice per year using as suitable tractor-mounted unit or other appropriate device. Care is to be taken to avoid any damage to trees, shrubs or other native vegetation growing in these areas. Weed control will be required in the outer roughs to control broadleaf weeds in particular. The Maintenance Contractor will be required to treat broadleaf weeds at least once a year.

4.9 BUNKERS The Maintenance Contractor is responsible for undertaking the necessary ongoing grooming and maintenance of all bunkers to ensure they are presented in their desired appearance and are kept in a neat and tidy manner at all times. This is to include:

• The trimming of all bunker edges;

• The raking of all bunker floors to keep sand evenly distributed over the base of each bunker; and

• The raking of all bunker floors to remove all debris form the surface of each bunker (i.e. leaves grass clippings and man-made waste).

Note: The topping up of bunker sand is to be undertaken by the Maintenance Contractor on an as-needs basis. The Maintenance Contractor is to monitor sand depth in all bunkers and ensure that the depth of bunker sand does not reduce below 80mm in any instance.

4.10 LANDSCAPE The Maintenance Contractor is to ensure that all landscaped areas are maintained in a neat and tidy manner. This is to include the removal and disposal of any fallen branches greater than one metre in length and/or 30mm in diameter. Where trees are located in maintained turfgrass (i.e. either within or immediately adjacent to ‘in-play’ areas), the underside of the trees are to be pruned and maintained at a height so as to allow for mowing of the grass underneath. For all areas where revegetation works have been completed by the construction contractor (other than the approach and surrounds of the 1st and 10th tees and the edges of the two water storage lakes), the weeding of these zones and any other associated maintenance activities (other than rubbish removal) are to be carried out by others and do not form part of the Maintenance Contractor’s scope.



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4.11 IRRIGATION SYSTEM

4.11.1 Irrigation Water Sources The irrigation system for the golf course and practice area is to utilise two primary sources of irrigation water:

• Treated Effluent Water – supplied from the existing Sewerage Treatment Plant (STP) located to the west of the site and stored in Lake A; and

• Well (Bore) Water – drawn from the existing well adjacent to (south of) the maintenance facility and stored in Lake B. Council holds an existing bore license (wal17835) and access approval (20ca206998), which enables them to draw one hundred and fourteen (114) mega-litres annually from this water source for irrigation purposes.

Lake A has a total storage volume of 7.51 megalitres of which approximately 4.68 megalitres is accessible for irrigation purposes.

Lake B has a total storage volume of 5.94 megalitres of which 3.63 megalitres is accessible for irrigation purposes.

The above figures are estimates, based on detailed design plans and calculations prepared by the construction contractor’s golf course designer. The management of both irrigation water supply sources in terms of their use and respective re-filling/topping up of the lakes is the responsibility of the Maintenance Contractor. Generally, it is intended that for the majority of the time the golf course is to be irrigated using the treated effluent water. However, the treated effluent water produced by the STP is also used by several other sporting facilities in Scone. Accordingly, during the warmer months of the year where overall demand is likely to increase there may be a restriction on the availability of this water source. In such instances, Council will advise the Maintenance Contractor on the details of any temporary restrictions, including the timing of access (pumping), available volumes and durations. The Maintenance Contractor will need to adjust water use and sources appropriately. Both water sources are to be sampled by the Maintenance Contractor at the commencement of the irrigation period (about October) and again mid-summer (about mid-January) and analysed by an appropriate National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) registered laboratory for:

• pH;

• EC (salinity);

• Phosphorus;

• Nitrogen;

• Calcium;

• Magnesium;

• Sodium;

• Potassium; and

• Bicarbonates/carbonates.

Results of these tests are to be reviewed by the Maintenance Contractor and compared against previous test results to help identify any potential variances in water quality. Copies of the test results are to be filed by the Maintenance Contractor and made available to Council.

4.11.2 Irrigation Practices The application of irrigation water to all playing surfaces is to be carefully managed and programmed by the Maintenance Contractor at all times to ensure that all playing surfaces are kept healthy and are not overly stressed. The application of irrigation water is to also minimise wastage. In that regard, excessive irrigation of playing surfaces should not occur.



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Irrigation practices are to account for:

• The requirements of individual turfgrass species;

• Soil/growing medium moisture levels. It is expected that the Maintenance Contractor will use a soil moisture probe (TDR moisture probe or similar) to assist in determining the soil moisture content and using that as a guide when to irrigate;

• The physical properties and characteristics of both the site soils and growing mediums of the constructed profiles of the various playing surfaces;

• Climatic conditions (i.e. rainfall, temperature, wind speed, wind direction and relative humidity);

• The topography of the site (including variances across individual golf holes);

• Any micro-climates within the site caused by soils, topography, vegetation or other factors;

• The level of use and subsequent wear to the playing surfaces; and

• The subsequent impacts of the above factors on the performance and health of the playing surfaces.

The Maintenance Contractor will also need to ensure that all applications of irrigation water, specifically treated effluent water, are undertaken in accordance with relevant legislation and laws that guide the use of such water sources on public open spaces and sports facilities so as to minimise potential health impacts to users of the golf course and practice area. The Maintenance Contractor is responsible for recording daily the amount of rainfall in a gauge to be supplied and installed by Council. The rain gauge is to be mounted in a suitable clear place within the Maintenance Compound. Rainfall figures are to be submitted as part of regular reporting to Council as identified in Item 6.3 of this Specification. NOTE: In accordance with the Development Consent DA60/2016-2, further approval is required for the use of treated effluent water for irrigation purposes on the new golf course. Council is currently addressing that requirement and it is intended that the approval will be in place when the Maintenance Contractor commences.

4.11.3 Irrigation System The Maintenance Contractor is responsible for the proper maintenance of all aspects of the Irrigation system to ensure it is in good working condition at all times. Generally, the ongoing maintenance and upkeep of the various components of the irrigation system is to be undertaken in accordance with the relevant Operation & Maintenance Manuals annexed to this document. Where appropriate, the Maintenance Contractor is to seek further input/advice from the relevant product manufacturers and/or suppliers to resolve operational or performance-based issues. The Maintenance Contractor is responsible for ensuring that sprinkler heads are regularly trimmed so that turfgrass does not interrupt the correct operation of the sprinkler and appear neat and tidy at all times. The Maintenance Contractor is responsible for ensuring that sprinkler heads are set level and no more than -20mm with the surrounding turfgrass surface. The Maintenance Contractor is responsible for the ensuring that all valve boxes are maintained in a neat, tidy and secure manner. Valves are only to be operated using tools designed for the task and approved by the manufacturer. The Maintenance Contractor is responsible for ensuring that all valve boxes are set level to the surrounding turfgrass surface.

4.12 IRRIGATION SYSTEM PUMP HOUSE, PUMP STATION & SUCTION INFRASTRUCTURE The Maintenance Contractor is responsible for maintaining the irrigation pump house in a neat, tidy and secure manner at all times. The Maintenance Contractor is responsible for the regular minor maintenance of the irrigation system pump station, including all pumps, valves, filters, electrical equipment and other associated infrastructure. Generally, the ongoing maintenance and upkeep of the irrigation system pumps is to be undertaken in accordance with the relevant Operation & Maintenance Manuals annexed to this document. Where appropriate, the Maintenance Contractor is to seek further input/advice from the relevant product manufacturers and/or suppliers to resolve operational or performance-based issues.



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The Maintenance Contractor is responsible for ensuring that the two inlet suction pits in the respective irrigation water storage lakes A and B, and the connecting pipes, valves, wet well and associated infrastructure are maintained in good working condition free of debris at all times. Generally, the ongoing maintenance and upkeep of the pump suction infrastructure is to be undertaken in accordance with the relevant Operation & Maintenance Manuals annexed to this document. Where appropriate, the Maintenance Contractor is to seek further input/advice from the relevant product manufacturers and/or suppliers to resolve operational or performance-based issues.

4.13 BORE WATER PUMP The Maintenance Contractor is to monitor the performance of the bore water pump and is to notify Council of any perceived issues with regards to its ongoing operation. The ongoing maintenance and upkeep of the bore water pump is the responsibility of Council. Such activities are to be carried out by others and do not form part of the Maintenance Contractor’s scope.

4.14 DRAINAGE INFRASTRUCTURE The Maintenance Contractor is responsible for inspecting all storm water surface inlet pits and above ground outlets of storm water pipes on the golf course to ensure they do not contain debris of any kind such as grass clippings, leaf litter etc that may cause blockages and/or hinder the flow of storm water through the infrastructure. These inspections are to be carried out a minimum of once per month / twelve times annually. Any blockages identified are to be promptly removed and disposed of appropriately.

4.15 IRRIGATION WATER STORAGE LAKES The Maintenance Contractor is to ensure that the two lakes are kept free of debris and that their edges are maintained in a neat and tidy manner at all times. Depending on the location and fringing vegetation/groundcover, this is to include the mowing of turfgrasses as specified elsewhere, and the removal of weeds from the banks of the lakes by hand. The Maintenance Contractor is responsible for monitoring the condition of the water and notifying Council of any concerns.

4.16 MAINTENANCE & CART PATHS The Maintenance Contractor is to undertake the edging of all extents of all concrete maintenance and cart paths that abut grassed or landscape zones. Edging and blowing down/sweeping of the paths is to be carried out as deemed necessary by the Maintenance Contractor to ensure the paths are in a neat, clean and tidy appearance at all times. This is to include all culvert crossings on the golf course (six of).

4.17 GOLF COURSE FURNITURE The Maintenance Contractor is responsible for ensuring that all golf course furniture elements throughout the golf course and the practice area are maintained in a clean, neat and tidy manner at all times. This is to include (but not necessarily limited to): bench seats, ball washers, rubbish bins, sand bins, sand bucket holders, drinking fountains, signage, hazard pegs, tee markers, cups, pins and flags. Any damage or vandalism to golf course furniture is to be reported to Council immediately, who will arrange for any subsequent repairs and/or replacements to be carried out. All rubbish bins located throughout the golf course are to be fitted with bin liners and are to be emptied a minimum of once per week. All rubbish bins located in the practice area are to be fitted with bin liners and are to be emptied a minimum of twice per week. All ball washers are to be topped up with water as necessary to ensure they are in working order at all times.

4.18 STRUCTURES

4.18.1 Rest Shelter The Maintenance Contractor is responsible for ensuring that the rest shelter, underlying pavement and its immediate surrounds at the rear of the 1st/10th tee is maintained in a clean, neat and tidy manner at all times. This is to include the removal of leaf litter and debris from the gutter as required to prevent any blockages of the downpipe.



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4.18.2 Toilet Building The Maintenance Contractor is responsible for ensuring that the toilet building and its immediate surrounds (sited in between the 2nd and 5th greens) is maintained in a clean, neat and tidy manner at all times. This is to include the cleaning of the toilet, basin and floor and removal of any rubbish a minimum of once per week. Servicing of the sewerage treatment system for the toilet is the responsibility of Council. Such activities are to be carried out by others and do not form part of the Maintenance Contractor’s scope.

4.19 CULVERTS The Maintenance Contractor is responsible for inspecting all culverts on the golf course to ensure they do not contain debris of any kind that may cause blockages and/or hinder the flow of storm water through the drainage lines/creeks on the site. These inspections are to be carried out a minimum of once per month / twelve times annually. Any blockages identified are to be promptly removed and disposed of appropriately. Should debris be too large to remove by hand, the Maintenance Contractor is to notify Council and seek direction on an appropriate course of action.

4.20 EXISTING BRIDGES There are two existing bridges on the golf course which have been retained and reused from the old course layout. These bridges both span Parsons Gully and are located on the 3rd and 4th holes respectively. The maintenance and upkeep of these structures is the responsibility of Council. Such activities are to be carried out by others and do not form part of the Maintenance Contractor’s scope.

4.21 PRACTICE AREA The Maintenance Contractor is responsible for maintaining the Practice Area adjacent to (south of) the Scone Sporties Clubhouse. The extents of the area to be maintained are detailed on Figure 5 over page.

Key elements in this area include:

• One Practice Putting Green and one Practice Chipping Green;

• One Practice Bunker;

• Grassed Surrounds to the two greens and bunker (including the large open lawn area directly in front of the clubhouse;

• Concrete Paths;

• Garden Beds;

• Practice Hitting Bays; and

• Irrigation System infrastructure.

4.21.1 Practice Greens The two practice greens are to be maintained in accordance with Item 4.4 Greens of this Specification.

4.21.2 Practice Bunker The practice bunker is to be maintained in accordance with Item 4.9 Bunkers of this Specification.

4.21.3 Green Surrounds All grassed surrounds of the practice green and bunker (including the large open lawn area directly in front of the clubhouse) are to be maintained in in accordance with Item 4.5 Green Surrounds of this Specification.

4.21.4 Concrete Paths All concrete paths in the practice area (including the length of path extending through the Bypass Corridor out to the golf course) are to be maintained in accordance with Item 4.16 Maintenance & Cart Paths of this Specification.



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4.21.5 Garden Beds The Maintenance Contractor is to hand-weed all garden beds a minimum of once every two weeks to remove all unwanted plant growth.

4.21.6 Practice Hitting Bays The Maintenance Contractor is to regularly remove all natural and man-made waste from the floors and chain-wire mesh roof of the practice hitting bays to ensure the area is presented in a neat, clean and tidy appearance at all times.

4.21.7 Irrigation System All Irrigation infrastructure in the practice area is to be maintained in accordance with Item 4.11 Irrigation System of this Specification.

4.22 MAINTENANCE COMPOUND The Maintenance Contractor is responsible for maintaining the Maintenance Compound in a neat tidy and secure manner at all times.

FIGURE 5: THE PRACTICE AREA



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4.23 GENERAL REINSTATEMENT & RECTIFICATION WORKS The Maintenance Contractor is to undertake all general repair, reinstatement and rectification works to all areas as deemed necessary to address any damage caused by irrigation or other maintenance practices as undertaken by the Maintenance Contractor or any of their employees. General repair, reinstatement and rectification works will include (but not necessarily be limited to): the levelling and / or smoothing of playing surfaces (including topdressing); the re-seating and / or re-levelling of sprinkler heads or valve boxes; and top up of mulch to required areas.

4.24 COURSE RENOVATIONS With respect to renovations of the various playing surfaces, the following are the minimum activities to be undertaken to both the golf course and the practice area by the Maintenance Contractor. Additional work may be required and shall be determined in conjunction with Council.

4.24.1 Greens All greens are to be renovated at least twice a year in early autumn and early spring as follows:

Spring renovation: • At least 3 weeks before renovations take soil samples from 2 representative greens and test for the

following nutrients:

o pH; o Electrical conductivity; o Exchangeable cations (Calcium, Sodium and Magnesium); o Potassium; o Phosphorus; and o Trace elements.

• About one week before renovations fertilise the greens and apply a preventative fungicide.

• Hollow core with a tine diameter of 15mm at a maximum spacing of 50mm x 50mm.

• Clean off cores.

• Topdress with a sand that has the same specification as the sand used to construct the greens.

• All tine holes are to be filled to the surface. It is expected that after irrigation the sand will settle in the holes and another light topdressing/dusting will be required to provide an even surface.

• Apply amendments as per soil test recommendations.

Note: the renovation is to include the entire bentgrass putting surface.

Autumn renovation: The autumn renovation is required to off-set the effects of summer irrigation and potential salinity and sodium accumulation in the greens.

• At least 3 weeks before renovations take soil samples from 2 representative greens and test for the following nutrients:

o pH; o Electrical conductivity; and o Exchangeable cations (Calcium, Sodium and Magnesium).

• About one week before renovations fertilise the greens and apply a preventative fungicide.

• Hollow core with a tine diameter of 9mm at a maximum spacing of 50mm x 50mm. The depth of the tine must be at least into the top of the sand layer.

• Clean off cores.

• Topdress with a sand that has the same specification as the sand used to construct the greens.

• All tine holes are to be filled to the surface. It is expected that after irrigation the sand will settle in the holes and another light topdressing/dusting will be required to provide an even surface.




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4.24.2 Tee Pads All tee pads are to be renovated at least once a year in spring once the Kikuyu is actively growing as follows:

• At least 3 weeks before renovations take soil samples from 2 representative tee pads and test for the following nutrients:


• Scarify to a depth that penetrates the thatch (organic matter) layer. Scarifying blades to be about 25 – 30mm apart.

• When scarifying all care must be taken not to rip or tear up large pieces of turf.

• Clean off plant material

• Topdress with a sand that has the same specification as the sand used to construct the tees.

• Vertidrain with a tine diameter of 8 - 10mm at a maximum spacing of 50mm x 50mm.


4.24.3 Fairways All fairways are to be renovated at least once every 2 years in spring once the Kikuyu is actively growing as follows:

• At least 3 weeks before renovations take soil samples from 2 representative fairways and test for the following nutrients:



• The scarifier must be set at an appropriate depth so that it does not rip or tear up large pieces of turf.

• Clean off plant material.

• Vertidrain with a tine diameter of 10 - 15mm at a maximum spacing of 75mm x 75mm and to a depth of at least 150mm.


• It is expected that gypsum will be required EVERY 12 months at a rate of about 2 tonne/ha.

4.24.4 Tee and Green Surrounds All tee and green surrounds are to be renovated once a year in the spring at the same time as the putting surfaces and the tee pads. The tee and green surrounds are Kikuyu and will require the following treatment at renovation:


• When scarifying all care must be taken not to rip or tear up large pieces of turf.

• Clean off plant material.

• Vertidrain with a tine diameter of 8 - 10mm at a maximum spacing of 75mm x 75mm.

• Apply amendments as per the soil test recommendations for the tees.



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SECTION 5 – COURSE SET UP

5.1 GENERAL The Maintenance Contractor is responsible for daily course set up, for both social and competitive play. All course set up is to account for the pro-active management of wear and tear on respective playing surfaces of the golf course, as well as any specific requirements identified by Council and the Golf Club committee with respect to all scheduled competitive golf events. At a minimum, weekly routine course set up activities are to include:

• The re-positioning of all temporary (movable) tee markers a minimum of 2 - 3 times per week;

• The cutting and setting of golf holes (pins) to each green, including the two practice greens. The pin position on each green on the golf course is to be changed at least 3 times per week;

• The raking of all bunkers a minimum of 2 times per week;

• Roping off of areas as necessary to direct all golfer traffic;

• Marking of areas to direct golf cart traffic around green complexes;

• Marking of areas to be treated as ‘ground under repair’ (GUR);

• The emptying of rubbish bins throughout the golf course and in the practice area; and

• The topping up of sand bins at tee complexes around the golf course as necessary to ensure sand is available at all times in these locations.



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SECTION 6 – CONTRACTOR DOCUMENTATION, MONITORING & REPORTING

6.1 CONTRACTOR DOCUMENTATION The Maintenance Contractor is to prepare and submit the following project and site-specific Documentation (compliant with all relevant WH&S and Environmental Legislation) to Council for review and approval prior to commencing any maintenance works:

• A Work, Health & Safety Management Plan;

• A Quality Assurance Management Plan;

• An Environmental Management Systems Plan; and

• A proposed Maintenance Access / Haul Road Plan.

The Maintenance Contractor is responsible for the execution of all maintenance activities in accordance with the approved versions of the above documents. A copy of each document is to be kept on site by the Maintenance Contractor at all times and is to be made available to Council upon their request.

6.2 MONITORING In accordance with Condition No. 24a of the Development Consent DA60/2016-2 and the approved Salinity Management Plan for the reconstructed golf course (revision 5, dated 24/05/2019, refer Appendix C), the Maintenance Contractor is to undertake the following salinity monitoring activities:

• Testing of Surface Water;

• Soil Moisture Monitoring;

• Visual Inspections; and

• Staff Training.

NOTE: As identified in the Salinity Management Plan, Council will undertake the testing and reporting of Ground Water and Site Soils.

6.2.1 Soil Moisture Monitoring The Maintenance Contractor is to monitor soil moisture in the turf root zone across all playing surfaces. The information obtained will help inform irrigation scheduling and volumes of water to be applied to the playing surfaces of the golf course and the practice area. The Maintenance Contractor is to check and record readings at all monitoring sites on a weekly basis using a TDR moisture probe or similar.

6.2.2 Visual Inspections The Maintenance Contractor is to undertake routine visual inspections of the playing surfaces of the golf course on a monthly basis. Inspections are to record all instances of bare patches in turf grass, salt crystallization on grass/ground surface, and stressed plants. Records are to include date, time, location and in the instances of bare patches or salt crystallization being identified, an approximate size of the area affected. Photographs are to accompany each recorded instance.

6.2.3 Staff Inductions/Training The Maintenance Contractor is to inform all of their staff of the saline and sodic soils on the site and educate them on how to identify salt burn, indicator plants and salt crystallization on the surface.



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6.3.1 General Maintenance Activities The Maintenance Contractor is to record all general maintenance activities undertaken on a daily and weekly basis. These records are to be kept electronically on a desktop or laptop computer. At a minimum, the Information recorded is to include:

• What product(s) have been applied to each turf area;

• The quantity applied; the reason for application; and

• In the case of weeds, disease and insects; the outcome achieved.

Irrigation applications are to also be monitored and recorded, along with rainfall received, all mowing and other general maintenance activities undertaken. Additionally, any operational issues with the irrigation pump station, pump suction infrastructure or irrigation system are to be recorded, including corrective actions undertaken. Copies of these maintenance records are to be supplied to Council electronically (in PDF format) on a quarterly basis (4 x annually) in the form of a concise, A4 size Maintenance Report. These reports are to be submitted on the last day of the respective calendar month of which they are due. A summary statement forecasting the three months ahead is to also be included in the report and is to identify key scheduled activities.

6.3.2 Salinity In accordance with the requirements identified in Item 6.2 of this Specification and the Salinity Management Plan (refer Appendix C), the Maintenance Contractor is to report the results of all salinity-related monitoring and remedial activities to Council as follows:

TABLE 3: REPORTING REQUIREMENTS FOR SALINITY MONITORING & MANAGEMENT ACTIVITIES

MONITORING ACTIVITY FORMAT OF SUBMISSION FREQUENCY OF SUBMISSION Testing of Surface Water Electronic copy of test results (PDF) Every six months

Soil Moisture Monitoring Electronic copy of test results (PDF) Monthly

Visual Inspections Electronic copy of test results (PDF) Monthly

Staff Inductions/Training Electronic copy of completed induction / training form (PDF)

As needed – i.e. at the completion of training each staff member

Salinity and Sodicity remedial action

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APPENDIX B:

EFFLUENT RETICULATION SYSTEM

Upper Hunter Shire Council 2016

© New South Wales Government (Land and PropertyInformation) 2016 © Upper Hunter Shire Council 2016

Disclaimer: This map is not a precise survey document. Accuratelocations can only be determined by a survey on the ground.

This information has been prepared for Council's internal purposes and for no other purpose. No statement is made aboutthe accuracy or suitability of the information for use for any purpose(whether the purpose has been notified to Council ornot).While every care is taken to ensure the accuracy of this data, neither the Upper Hunter Shire Council nor the Departmentof Lands makes any representations or warranties about its accuracy, reliability, completeness or suitability for anyparticular purpose and disclaims all responsibility and all liability for all expenses, losses, damages (indirect orconsequential) and costs which you might incur as a result of the data being inaccurate or incomplete in any way andforany reason.

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Purple lines denote the Treated Effluent Water Irrigation System, which services the Bill Rose Sports Complex and the existing Scone Golf Course.

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NOTE: - The Treated Effluent Water Irrigation System is generally pressurised by the Main Pump Station at the Scone Sewerage Treatment Plant. - Water pressure 7.5 Bar/110 PSI. Water flow 17litres/second.

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Main Pump Station at the Scone Sewerage Treatment Plant. 37kW. Supplier: Flowserve Pumps (formerly Thomson Kelly Lewis)

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Bill Rose Sports Complex

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APPENDIX C:

APPROVED SALINITY MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR THE SCONE GOLF COURSE

Salinity Management Plan

for

the Scone Golf Course

Aberdeen Street, Scone, NSW

May 2019

Salinity Management Plan for the Scone Golf Course

Prepared By: Upper Hunter Shire Council i

Contents

1.0 Background ............................................................................................................................. 1

2.0 Introduction ............................................................................................................................. 2

3.0 Objectives ................................................................................................................................ 4

4.0 Construction ............................................................................................................................ 5

5.0 Earthworks ................................................................................................................................ 7

6.0 Soil Conditioning ..................................................................................................................... 9

7.0 Vegetation Selection & Establishment ................................................................................ 11

8.0 Ground Preparation Techniques .......................................................................................... 12

9.0 Installation of Monitoring Devices ....................................................................................... 13

10.0 Irrigation Scheduling ............................................................................................................. 14

11.0 Monitoring .............................................................................................................................. 15

12.0 Management Actions ........................................................................................................... 18

13.0 Capacity Building ................................................................................................................. 21

14.0 Reporting ................................................................................................................................ 22

15.0 Review of this Plan ................................................................................................................. 23

Appendices ....................................................................................................................................... 24

References ......................................................................................................................................... 32

Document Control:

Revision: 5 Date of Issue: Friday 24th May 2019 Prepared By: The Upper Hunter Shire Council with input from Mark Wylie (Weidlich Golf

Design) & John Neylan (Neyturf Pty Ltd) Issued To: Paul Smith – Upper Hunter Shire Council Issued For: To address Deferred Commencement Condition No. 24A of DA60/2016-2


Prepared By: Upper Hunter Shire Council 1

1.0 Background Shape-On-It Pty Ltd (SOI) were engaged by the Upper Hunter Shire Council (UHSC) in October of 2015 to undertake the development of a Conceptual Layout for the redesign of the Scone Golf Course, predicated on the need to accommodate the construction of the proposed New England Highway Bypass around the township of Scone by the NSW Roads and Maritime Services (RMS). The intended alignment of this new Bypass will cut through the middle of the existing golf course, necessitating the reconfiguration of the current golf holes to preserve both an 18 hole layout of matching standard, length, par and slope rating (being 9 actual golf holes using twin sets of tees); and the relocation of the existing practice facilities to ensure such facilities are retained as part of the proposed modifications. Following a design development and review process with UHSC and other key stakeholders, a Preferred Concept Plan was endorsed by UHSC in March 2016. Based on that Preferred Concept Plan, a Draft Irrigation Concept Plan was also developed, which depicts a fully automated irrigation system for the proposed refurbished layout, along with a Design Report. This package was submitted by SOI to UHSC in late February and subsequently endorsed by Council at a meeting held on the 29th of March 2016. Following that endorsement, a Statement of Environmental Effects and several supporting reports were prepared for a development application, which was lodged in June 2016. Development Consent for the project was granted by UHSC on the 30th of January 2017 (refer Development Application No: 60/2016). More recently UHSC has engaged Golf Course Finishing Contractor McMahons Pty Ltd and their consulting Golf Course Architect Pacific Coast Design to undertake the detailed design, reconstruction and post-grassing establishment of the Scone Golf Course under a Design & Construct Contract. The delivery of the refurbished golf course is being project managed by Weidlich Golf Design.



2.0 Introduction In response to the proposal to irrigate the refurbished golf course with treated effluent water, at the direction of the UHSC a soil sampling and soil analysis program was undertaken by consulting agronomist Ross Watson Agriculture in September of 2016. Those investigations identified the presence of salinity in the southern portion of the development site and recommended further investigation including an electro-magnetic induction (EMI) survey of ground conditions. This recommendation was subsequently adopted and incorporated into the Development Consent for the project granted by UHSC on 30th of January 2017. A Section 96 Application addressing several conditions of consent was subsequently granted by UHSC on 27th September 2017. Deferred Commencement Condition No. 4 of the Development Consent DA60/2016-2 for the golf course read as follows: 4. ‘An Electro Magnetic (EM) Survey and soil survey shall be undertaken to quantify, in

detail, the extent and severity of saline and sodic conditions across the site. This survey will inform the handling and management of soils during earthworks operations on the site and will inform the on-going management and maintenance of the golf course into the future. An EM Survey Report shall be submitted to the Consent Authority. If salinity is identified a Salinity Management Plan shall be submitted to the Consent Authority for approval.’

Steve Eccles Consulting carried out the EM survey in early 2017 and provided a subsequent report, which identified saline and sodic conditions as a constraint on the proposed development. Deferred Commencement Condition No. 4A of the Development Consent DA60/2016-2 for the golf course read as follows: 4A. ‘The Salinity Management Plan (SMP) referred to in Condition No. 4 shall be submitted to

the Consent Authority for approval. The SMP must address the recommendations in the Soil & Water Investigation Report (Eccles Consulting, April 2017) and include information pertaining to the construction phase in the following sections:

1.0 Background 2.0 Objectives 3.0 Construction 4.0 Earthworks 5.0 Soil Conditioning 6.0 Vegetation selection and establishment (need to provide details of relative salt

tolerances) 7.0 Ground Preparation Techniques 8.0 Installation of Monitoring Devices The SMP shall also provide a framework for the salinity management for the on-going operation of the golf course. This framework shall include the following sections: 9.0 Irrigation Scheduling (based on soil moisture NOT time of irrigation) 10.0 Monitoring- soil moisture, groundwater, surface water and soil 11.0 Management Actions – what should happen if certain critical thresholds are

reached 12.0 Capacity Building – for Council staff/ golf course operators 13.0 Reporting – Details about record keeping’



This Salinity Management Plan was originally prepared in accordance with the above Deferred Commencement Conditions and submitted to UHSC for assessment against the stipulated requirements. Approval was subsequently granted by the Consent Authority on 9th October 2017 to enable the consent to commence. This included consideration of the conditions as approved by the Section 96(2) Modification approved on 26 September 2017). Further to the above, Condition No. 24A of the Development Consent DA60/2016-2 for the golf course read as follows: 24A. ’Prior to the use of the golf course an amended Salinity Management Plan (SMP) shall be

submitted to the Consent Authority for approval. The SMP must address the recommendations in the Soil and Water Investigation Report (Eccles Consulting, April 2017) and include detailed information pertaining to the on-going operation of the golf course using the approved framework established in Condition No 4A, Schedule A), being:

9.0 Irrigation Scheduling (based on soil moisture NOT time of irrigation) 10.0 Monitoring - soil moisture, groundwater, surface water and soil 11.0 Management Actions - action for critical thresholds 12.0 Capacity Building - for Council staff/ golf course operators 13.0 Reporting - Details about record keeping

Note: Council will provide a letter of confirming that the SMP has been completed to a satisfactory standard and that the use of the golf course may commence.’

In accordance with the above Condition No. 24A this Salinity Management Plan has been amended to include additional details pertaining to the on-going operation of the golf course and is re-submitted to UHSC for assessment against the stipulated requirements.



3.0 Objectives The objectives of this Salinity Management Plan are to provide guidance on the management of saline and sodic ground conditions within the development site in respect to: • The re-construction of the golf course; • The post-grassing establishment of the refurbished golf course; and • The future operation and maintenance of the refurbished golf course. Accordingly, the management guidelines contained herein are split into sections to address each of the above phases. Where applicable, the recommendations contained in Section 8 of the Soil and Water Investigation Report by Steve Eccles Consulting are listed with details provided regarding their proposed implementation. Where those recommendations are not identified for implementation an explanation is provided as to why they are not supported.



4.0 Construction No Item/Activity Recommendation* Proposed Action(s) Responsibility

4.1 Surface Grading / Contouring

Avoid any surface ponding on newly constructed tees, greens and fairways.

• All new tees are to have a minimum of 1% cross fall to their finished surface.

• All new greens are to have a minimum of 1% cross fall to their finished surface and shall not have any isolated internal low spots that hold surface water on the green.

• All newly constructed and modified areas of fairway and short roughs are to be contoured to provide adequate surface drainage of the playing surfaces and prevent the ponding of water. Any isolated low points are to be drained using appropriately sized grated surface inlet pits and connecting sub-surface pipes to direct flows to appropriate out-of-play areas.

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4.2 Tee & Green Construction

For the construction of the tees and greens it is strongly recommended a base layer of rubble rock and or very coarse gravel be the foundation base of any tee and green. Strong consideration to totally avoid the use of the soils in the middle to southern area of the Study Area in construction of the tees and greens. A tested sandy or sandy loam soil should be strongly considered. This is to prevent any capillary actions moving up the profile from groundwater, and to limit the connection to groundwater and existing soils. The photographs in Section 3: Visual Observations points to the need for this construction technique.

• All greens are to be a perched water table construction method based on the principles outlined in the USGA Recommendations For A Method of Putting Green Construction as prepared by the United States Golf Association. That method includes the installation of a minimum 100mm depth drainage gravel layer that sits in between the compacted sub base and the growing medium of the green. Refer to Table 4 and Appendix A of the Technical & Performance Specification for the works as prepared by Weidlich Golf Design.

• All tees are to have a 100mm depth drainage gravel layer that sits in between the compacted sub base and the growing medium of the tee. Refer to Table 3 of the Technical & Performance Specification for the works as prepared by Weidlich Golf Design.

• The top profile of all tees and greens is to be an imported growing medium in accordance with the requirements identified in Table 5 of the Technical & Performance Specification for the works as prepared by Weidlich Golf Design.


4.3 Vehicular & Machinery Traffic

Avoid heavy traffic on these soils as they will compact considerably. Avoid heavy traffic on these soils when they are wet as it will lead to extensively increase the compaction.

• The Construction Contractor McMahons Pty Ltd and all of their sub-contractors are to avoid heavy traffic on the soils in the south-eastern portion of the site when they are wet.

• All vehicular and machinery traffic is to be restricted to the approved haul routes /access roads as identified on the Site Management Plan.


*As taken from Section 8 of the Soil and Water Investigation Report by Steve Eccles Consulting



No Item/Activity Recommendation* Proposed Action(s) Responsibility

4.4 Interception of Storm Water Flows

Where ever possible limit or negate surface water flow entering the site from the above saline catchment. A guiding embankment of less than a meter in height would assist in preventing surface water from entering the fairways of the Study Area. Especially from on the southern end of the golf course. At the northern end provisions should be made to reduce the likelihood of surface runoff water entering or laying on the course proper.

• Once constructed, the adjacent Bypass will significantly limit the amount of surface water entering (draining onto) the site from higher ground, especially in the southern eastern portion where saline and sodic soils have been identified.

• Where surface water does enter the site in this location (from under the new Bypass rail crossing), surface water is to be directed into/intercepted by a new drainage channel and conveyed to Parsons Gully. Accordingly, it is considered to adequately address the recommendation from the Soil & Water Investigation Report to construct an embankment. Reference is made to the Bulk Earthworks drawings (as prepared by the Construction Contractor’s appointed Golf Course Architect Pacific Coast Design) for the location, depth and alignment of the drainage channel.


4.5 Rubble Drain Construction

Designed rubble drains on the edge of the site will assist the drainage of the site. These drains should not be directed to any water bodies that will be used for irrigation. These soils have poor drainage especially the middle and southern ends of the Study Area. Their location would depend on any proposed plantings and final location of any water bodies. This can also be considered post Golf Course redevelopment if conditions warrant the implementation of such engineering works.

• Once constructed, the adjacent Bypass will significantly limit the amount of surface water entering (draining onto) the site from higher ground, especially in the southern eastern portion where saline and sodic soils have been identified.

• Where surface water does enter the site in this location (from under the new Bypass rail crossing), surface water is to be directed into/intercepted by a new drainage channel and conveyed to Parsons Gully. Accordingly, it is considered to adequately address the recommendation from the Soil & Water Investigation Report to construct rubble drains. Reference is made to the Bulk Earthworks drawings (as prepared by the Construction Contractor’s appointed Golf Course Architect Pacific Coast Design) for the location, depth and alignment of the drainage channel.





5.0 Earthworks


5.1 Excavations Avoid undertaking any deep cut and fill works using these soils. For the general formation of the Fairways, avoid cut and fill over 50cm. The soil survey provides the location of depth of the sodic and saline nature of soil. The saline and sodic soils are very close to the surface.

• Bulk Earthworks activities in the south-eastern portion of the site where saline and sodic soils are present are largely restricted to filling. Apart from the proposed new drainage channel, excavations in this portion of the site only exceed a depth of 50cm in two isolated locations. Reference is made to the Bulk Earthworks drawings and Cut & Fill drawings (as prepared by the Construction Contractor’s appointed Golf Course Architect Pacific Coast Design) for the proposed depths of filling and excavation across the development site.


5.2 Dam Construction

It is understood that there is a proposal to site a large treated effluent storage dam directly adjacent to and above the Study Area. At the very least, Council should seek appropriate advice from a Geotechnical Engineer regarding the structure a methodology of the construction and what is the long-term integrity of the structure to be filled with treated effluent water. There is considerable hydraulic pressure caused by the large volume of water and the depth of water (especially depth of water over five metres). There is a need to avoid leakage into the adjacent golf course soils. To reduce the impact and hydraulic load of the area the alternative option of the placement of the dam in another location should be seriously considered. In addition, lining of this structure may be required. The weight of the water in the structure will tend to displace any high water tables and can push the water table up in the vicinity of the structure. This aspect may have been addressed in any future treated effluent storage dam investigations.

NOT REQUIRED. • The proposed construction of a new irrigation water storage dam

in the south-eastern portion of the development site has been abandoned in favour of enlarging the three existing water storage ponds on the current golf course. It is proposed that these enlarged ponds will be utilised to store site-drawn bore water for the existing adjacent well, with this water to be used as a secondary (backup) irrigation supply source for the refurbished golf course. Accordingly, incoming stormwater flows into the development site, (including those entering the south-eastern portion) will not be captured and retained for irrigating the refurbished golf course.

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5.3 Dam Construction

In most catchments that are saline, it is usual practice to avoid construction of dams and water holding bodies. Restrictions in drainage lines often lead to salinity build up in the water bodies and surrounding land. This often takes considerable time to occur. It could well be sped up with the adjacent highway bypass development. It should be noted that piezometer 8 was very slowly making water that is currently moderately saline. Recent surface ponding after 40 mm rainfall event had very low EC readings. There are no salt indicator plants in the area of soil test sites 8, 9 and 3. The soils that would be utilised during construction of any water body have considerable salts in them and it is highly likely to have some influence on the water quality as well as engineering stability. Consideration should be given to lining the structure. Surface water runoff into any new dams will need to be monitored from the saline catchment above.

NOT REQUIRED. • The proposed construction of a new irrigation water storage dam

in the south-eastern portion of the development site has been abandoned in favour of enlarging the three existing water storage ponds on the current golf course. It is proposed that these enlarged ponds will be utilised to store site-drawn bore water for the existing adjacent well, with this water to be used as a secondary (backup) irrigation supply source for the refurbished golf course. Accordingly, incoming stormwater flows into the development site, (including those entering the south-eastern portion) will not be captured and retained for irrigating the refurbished golf course.

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5.4 Trenching There are a number of highly dispersible soil layers. Care will be required during any soil works and construction and any trenching for underground systems to avoid tunnel erosion. Any trenching below one meter from the surface is going into the highly dispersible and slaking soils.

• Reference is made to the written Bulk Earthworks Plan as prepared by the Construction Contractor McMahons Pty Ltd for detail as to how this issue is to be managed. NOTE: There are very few instances where trenching to install proposed drainage or irrigation infrastructure will reach greater than one metre below the finished ground surface.





6.0 Soil Conditioning


6.1 Organic Amendments

At the time of construction take the opportunity to add large quantities of organic matter. There are a number of forms and products available any supply should be certified to determine what minerals and compounds are in the product. Additional benefits will accrue in microbial activity and soil structure. Organic matter should be monitored and it is likely large additional quantities need to be applied at intervals past the development and construction stage. As a guide for rehabilitation of highly sodic and saline areas an application of 25mm to 32mm depth of organic matter is applied. It depends on the type of material used. Specific requirements should be assessed for application for a Golf Course.

• In accordance with Section 5.2.19 Management of Site Soils in the Technical & Performance Specification for the Works, the Construction Contractor McMahons Pty Ltd is to amend all site topsoil (to be used for the refurbished golf course) with a well composted organic matter at a rate of 10 tonnes per hectare. The organic matter is to be evenly blended through the full depth of the topsoil layer prior to any trimming (final surface shaping) or grassing activities. The source of the composted organic matter must be approved by the Superintendent.

• The above requirements have been nominated by the consulting Project Agronomist John Neylan of Neyturf Pty Ltd.


6.2 Managing pH Levels

Undertake practices that do not increase the pH of the soils. The soils are determined alkaline during this investigation.

• In accordance with Section 5.2.19 Management of Site Soils in the Technical & Performance Specification for the Works, the Construction Contractor McMahons Pty Ltd is to amend all site topsoil (to be used for the refurbished golf course) with gypsum at a rate of 5 tonnes per hectare. The gypsum is to be evenly blended through the full depth of the topsoil layer prior to any trimming (final surface shaping) or grassing activities.

• Additionally, in all instances where topsoil has been stripped and stockpiled for re-use*, following the ripping of the subgrade to a depth of 250-300mm the Construction Contractor is to spread gypsum to the sub-grade at a rate of 5 tonnes per hectare prior to the placement (return) of any site topsoil. *Note: this requirement applies specifically to the south-eastern portion of the development site, where the Soil & Water Investigation was undertaken.

• Note: No lime (Calcium Carbonate) has been added to the soils. All calcium amendments are based gypsum which has little or no effect on soil pH.







6.3 Gypsum & Organic Amendments

Standard practice is to apply gypsum and organic matter to sodic sites. It is also standard practice to only apply organic matter to saline sites. In this case, the site is both saline and sodic. Due to the saline nature of the site it is not recommended to apply gypsum as it would have only a short term and very limited response. It is adding an additional salt and will likely increase the salinity. If there are no other options, apply in gypsum in small quantities, regularly but this will need to be monitored. (Advice from DPI Salinity Principle Officer). It is advised to seek advice from a Soil Chemist.

• In accordance with Section 5.2.19 Management of Site Soils in the Technical & Performance Specification for the Works, the Construction Contractor McMahons Pty Ltd is to amend all site topsoil (to be used for the refurbished golf course) with gypsum at a rate of 5 tonnes per hectare and well composted organic matter at a rate of 10 tonnes per hectare. The amendments are to be evenly blended through the full depth of the topsoil layer prior to any trimming (final surface shaping) or grassing activities. The source of the composted organic matter must be approved by the Superintendent.

• Additionally, in all instances where topsoil has been stripped and stockpiled for re-use*, following the ripping of the subgrade to a depth of 250-300mm the Construction Contractor is to spread gypsum to the sub-grade at a rate of 5 tonnes per hectare prior to the placement (return) of any site topsoil. *Note: this requirement applies specifically to the south-eastern portion of the development site, where the Soil & Water Investigation was undertaken.






7.0 Vegetation Selection & Establishment


7.1 Salt Tolerant Ground Covers

Strategic planting of perennial salt resistant ground cover in areas associated with the course. The rough areas adjacent to the course proper would be an appropriate location. To improve water use.

• The landscape / revegetation works to the refurbished golf course will include the strategic plantings of perennial salt resistant ground cover species in select ‘out-of-play’ areas.

• Reference is made to the Detailed Landscape drawings (as prepared by the Construction Contractor’s appointed Golf Course Architect Pacific Coast Design) for the locations of all proposed landscape / revegetation works.

• Appropriate salt resistant species as identified in the Vegetation Management Plan (VMP) by consulting project Ecologists Umwelt (Australia) Pty Ltd have been selected for this purpose. Specific reference is made to page 22 of the VMP.

Construction contractor (in progress)

7.2 Sodic & Salt Tolerant Trees

The strategic plantings of appropriate sodic and salt tolerant trees will need to be established on the site. This could be incorporated in areas apart from the fairway, tee, greens and areas not covered with infrastructure. The larger the planting and the width of the plantings the greater the affect. This is recommended for the interception of groundwater and the use of groundwater in saline discharge areas. Plantings of 8 to 30 rows are often recommended. Should that not able to be accommodated on the site, then the planting of 5 to 10 rows will still have a degree of positive impact. Due to the nature of the soils considerable preparation and care needs to be done for any tree establishment. Considerable numbers of trees should be established on and around this site, especially on northern and southern sides.

• The landscape / revegetation works to the refurbished golf course will include the strategic plantings of sodic and salt tolerant tree species in ‘out-of-play’ areas, with particular focus on plantings to the north-eastern and southern portions of the development site.

• Reference is made to the Detailed Landscape drawings (as prepared by the Construction Contractor’s appointed Golf Course Architect Pacific Coast Design) for the locations of all proposed landscape / revegetation works.

• Appropriate salt tolerant species as identified in the Vegetation Management Plan (VMP) by consulting project Ecologists Umwelt (Australia) Pty Ltd have been selected for this purpose. Specific reference is made to pages 20 & 21 of the VMP.


7.3 Turf Grass Selection

Particular notice needs to be taken of the salt tolerance of any grasses to be used on the course. There are a number of salt tolerant grasses available. There is a need to ensure any grasses are not only are tolerant but are not seriously stressed by the environment. There will be a need to ensure there is a buffering of whatever species are selected. Do not use a species that is on the absolute tolerance to grow on this soil.

• Pennisetum clandestinum (Kikuyu) is considered to have a sufficient tolerance to saline soils to enable its use on the newly constructed golf holes and is therefore the selected turf grass for the new tees, fairways and short roughs.

• The above is based on advice received from the consulting Project Agronomist John Neylan of Neyturf Pty Ltd.





8.0 Ground Preparation Techniques

No Item/Activity Proposed Actions Responsibility

8.1 Weed Management • In accordance with the requirements identified in the Vegetation Management Plan (VMP) by consulting project Ecologists Umwelt (Australia) Pty Ltd, weed management is to be undertaken prior to any planting works. Specific reference is made to pages 11 & 12 of the VMP, which addresses noxious weeds and primary weed treatment techniques to be implemented.


8.2 Mulch Installation • In accordance with the requirements identified in the Vegetation Management Plan by consulting project Ecologists Umwelt (Australia) Pty Ltd, organic matter (by way of surface mulch application) will be undertaken in areas proposed for revegetation works. This will promote the revegetation of native species. Specifically, in revegetation areas, mulch will be applied to:

o Areas where weedy vegetation is extensively cleared; and o At the base of planted tubestock individuals.


8.3 Jute Matt Installation • In accordance with the requirements identified in the Vegetation Management Plan by consulting project Ecologists Umwelt (Australia) Pty Ltd, for riparian areas where planting is proposed jute matt installation is to be carried out.





9.0 Installation of Monitoring Devices


9.1 Monitoring Device Installation

Surface water, moisture levels, groundwater and soil testing and monitoring should be regular occurrence on this area. It is understood that this would be part of a monitoring program.

• Groundwater: Three piezometers have been installed in the saline portion of the development site. Reference is made to the Soil and Water Investigation Report by Steve Eccles Consulting.

UHSC (completed)

Soil Moisture: Rather than install permanent sub-surface monitoring devices in fixed locations, soil moisture will be monitored using a mobile, hand-held device by the golf course green keeping staff. The use of a mobile unit will enable a more flexible approach to monitoring soil moisture in different playing surfaces (i.e. tees, green and fairways) using both designated baseline locations and a range of interchangeable locations/positions throughout the site.

Lessee/Operator




10.0 Irrigation Scheduling


10.1 Irrigation Practices

Controlled and monitored irrigation system is a necessary requirement. The soils have a number of poor characteristics and limiting qualities for irrigation. These are not the best type of soils to irrigate. They are hard setting, high moisture holding capacity and high nutrient retention that have sodic and saline characteristics.

• Post Grassing Establishment: Irrigation scheduling during this phase will be the responsibility of the Construction Contractor McMahons Pty Ltd. Their proposed approach is to be documented in their Post-Grassing Establishment & Maintenance Program. A copy of that document is contained in Appendix A.

Construction Contractor (completed)

• On-Going Practices: Once the playing surfaces of the refurbished golf course are grown in and the course is operational, on-going irrigation scheduling is to be determined by monitoring and responding to: o Climatic conditions (including wind speed and direction,

temperature, relative humidity, and rainfall). Irrigation scheduling will be based on establishing weekly Evapotranspiration (ET) values for each turfgrass to maintain good turf health. Note: Overwatering is always deleterious to turf health;

o Turfgrass health and conditioning; and o Soil moisture. The programming of subsequent applications of irrigation water to all playing surfaces of the golf course will be carefully managed accordingly. That process will be directly managed by the Golf Course Superintendent/Head Greenkeeper. For further details regarding the monitoring of soil moisture reference is made to section 11 below. Applications of irrigation water will primarily be scheduled to occur of an evening to reduce the impacts of higher day time temperatures (i.e. to minimise losses through evaporation) and stronger winds, which can lead to knock down and affect coverage/application.

Lessee/Operator




11.0 Monitoring


11.1 Monitoring Surface water, moisture levels, groundwater and soil testing and monitoring should be regular occurrence on this area. It is understood that this would be part of a monitoring program.

• Surface Water: Surface water runoff into the existing enlarged dams is to be monitored. The testing of water in the dams is to be undertaken every six months and is to include electrical conductivity.

Lessee/Operator

• Soil Moisture: Soil moisture will monitored using a mobile, hand-held device by the green keeping staff. The use of a mobile unit will enable a more flexible approach to monitoring soil moisture in different playing surfaces (i.e. tees, green and fairways) using both designated baseline locations and a range of interchangeable locations/positions throughout the site. The information obtained will help inform irrigation scheduling and volumes of water to be applied to the playing surfaces of the golf course to ensure that over-watering does not occur. The critical depth for monitoring and managing soil moisture in the playing surfaces of the golf course is the top 100 - 200mm. Soil moisture should not exceed; 20 – 25% on greens and tees and 30 – 35% on fairways.

Lessee/Operator

• Visual Inspections: The golf course green keeping staff are to undertake routine visual inspections of the playing surfaces and no-playing areas of the golf course on a monthly basis. Inspections are to record all instances of bare patches in turf grass, salt crystallization on grass/ground surface, stressed plants, and evidence of dead/declining vegetation. Inspections of the vegetated areas in the site is important as they contain deeper rooted plants that will provide a good indication of salinity from plant death, death of patches of vegetation and necrosis of leaves. Refer Appendix B for examples of salinity indicator plants.

Lessee/Operator

• Staff Training: All golf course green keeping staff and volunteers to be informed of saline and sodic soils on the site and trained in how to identify salt crystallization and saline indicator plants.

Lessee/Operator





11.1 Monitoring Surface water, moisture levels, groundwater and soil testing and monitoring should be regular occurrence on this area. It is understood that this would be part of a monitoring program.

• Groundwater: The three piezometers as installed on the golf course are to be monitored. The critical threshold for groundwater levels is to be set at 2.0 metres from the surface, as within 2.0 that profile groundwater is likely to affect vegetation. Water Sample Tests: Baseline Testing: First samples need to be collected to establish the baseline from the piezometers. This needs to record the depth of groundwater and have the water tested for: • Total dissolvable solids; • Electrical conductivity; • pH; • Chlorides; • Potassium; • Calcium; • Magnesium; • Sodium; and • Sodium Absorption Ratio – SAR.

The baseline tests are to be undertaken in a NATA accredited lab. Samples are not to be undertaken during or immediately after rainfall (i.e. over 10mm) for 3-4 days. Regular Testing (6 monthly): Ongoing monitoring/testing is to be undertaken every six months and is to include water depth and electrical conductivity. Note: Hand held EC meters can lose their accuracy. As such, if they are to be used for regular testing their calibration is to be checked regularly to ensure accuracy of readings taken. 2 Yearly Testing: The initial set of baseline tests need to be carried out every 2 years unless the electrical conductivity readings start going up dramatically up. In that instance further investigations are to be carried out to help determine the cause. These tests are to be undertaken in a NATA accredited lab.

UHSC – Water and Waste




No Item/Activity Recommendation* Proposed Action(s) Responsibility 11.1 Monitoring Surface water, moisture levels, groundwater and

soil testing and monitoring should be regular occurrence on this area. It is understood that this would be part of a monitoring program.

• Soil Tests: UHSC is to undertake soil testing every two years to enable a thorough assessment of the soil profile. Samples are to be obtained in three separate locations on the golf course using an auger to dig to a depth of 2.0 metres. Each testing location is to be on the edge of the fairway/short rough. Soil sampling is to involve the collection of 3 samples per hole to allow soil ECe to be determined. All testing is to be undertaken in a NATA accredited lab. UHSC is also continue to carry out soil tests as outlined in Section 6.1 of the Sewerage Effluent Reuse Operation and Environmental Management Plan (Trim INT-22144/16).


• Treated Effluent Water Tests: In accordance with the Development Consent, further approval is required for the use of treated effluent water to irrigate the new golf course. Once that approval is in place, and the use of the treated effluent water for irrigation commences, UHSC is to continue to carry out treated effluent water tests as outlined in Section 6.2 of the Sewerage Effluent Reuse Operation and Environmental Management Plan (Trim INT-22144/16).





12.0 Management Actions The key parts of the Salinity Management Plan are regular observation of:

• Turfgrass health and density;

• Soil moisture content;

• Salt scald (burn) and damage to turfgrass plants;

• Nutritional disturbance; and

• Soil salinity and sodicity and soil structure.

The following management actions are to be implemented:

1 - Record Keeping: Wherever an issue arises due to increased salinity and sodicity a report will be prepared that:

• Identifies the affected area (including a map and photographs);

• Weather conditions over the previous 4 weeks;

• Irrigation regime;

• Assessment process undertaken;

• Results of testing;

• Remedial action undertaken; and

• Result of remedial action implemented (this is critical as part of future salinity management of the golf course).

2 - Turfgrass Health and Density: Turf health and density will be affected by increasing salinity and will manifest itself through:

• Direct burn to the plant (loss of green colour);

• The turf will suffer from salinity induced wilt (the turf will turn blue and the turf will not spring back from foot and vehicular traffic);

• Loss of turf density due to salt stress; and

• Reduced turf vigour.

It is noted that there are other factors that may result in these symptoms and any diagnosis of salinity effects will need to be thoroughly investigated. 3 - Salt Burn: Where salt burn is suspected the following remedial action will be taken:

• Soil moisture is to be measured to check the damage is not due to low moisture stress. If the soils are dry then they will be immediately watered. If the soils are at an acceptable moisture content then additional steps will be taken (see below);

• If the soil moisture is adequate the irrigation cycle is to be reviewed to ensure irrigation is not occurring during the heat of the day;

• The irrigation system is to be checked to ensure that it is functioning adequately;

• The quantity of water being applied is to be checked and then the depth of the wetted front checked after irrigation;

• Soils are checked for signs of compaction and waterlogging of the upper rootzone;

• Soil sample is to be taken to check for salinity; and

• Water samples taken and tested for salinity, sodium and chloride.



• If the soil salinity levels are high then the following action will be taken:

o Greens: Affected area(s) heavily watered until the entire profile is at saturation in order to leach accumulated salts. Check drain outfall for water flow from drains which indicates that the profile has been sufficiently watered. In extreme circumstances low salinity water will have to be used for leaching purposes. Solid tine aeration to aid water penetration will also be undertaken.

o Tees: As per greens.

o Fairways: The high clay content soils are difficult to leach. The affected area will be aerated to a depth of 150mm and then watered to leach salts from the top 50 – 100mm of the soil profile.

• Only low salt index fertilisers are to be used. 4 - Nutritional Disturbances: Because of the cations and anions associated with high salinity or high sodicity water and soil the turfgrass can take up these ions in excess which will cause a loss of turf vigour, reduced growth and loss of turf density. Other nutrient deficiencies will also occur as other key nutrients are excluded. Typically, the turfgrass will take up excess sodium and chloride. Whenever the turfgrass appears weak or salt affected soil, plant tissue and water samples will be taken from the affected areas and tested for:

• Soil: Salinity, pH, calcium, magnesium, sodium, potassium, chloride and phosphorus.

• Plant Tissue: Nitrogen, phosphorus, calcium, magnesium, sodium, potassium, chloride, boron, manganese, magnesium, copper, zinc and iron.

• Water Sample: Salinity, pH, sodium and chloride. A program of soil and nutritional remediation will be implemented based on the recommendations from the soil and plant tissue tests. The soil and plant tissue sampling will be the same for greens, tees and fairways. Note: These tests will be undertaken in addition to the routine analysis detailed in the salinity management plan. 5 - Soil Structure: Soils high in sodium suffer a loss of structure where the large soil aggregates break down. This results in an increase in finer soil particles, reduced porosity, reduced soil aeration and a loss of drainage. This is principally a factor in the high clay content soils on the fairways. Where there is a reduction in the drainage rate of the soils with the ponding of water after irrigation or a moderate rainfall event (about 10mm) the following actions will be taken:

• Soil samples taken to measure the sodium, salinity, calcium, magnesium and Exchangeable Sodium Percentage (ESP);

• Investigate soil conditions as it relates to soil compaction (a soil penetrometer can be used as an investigative tool to measure soil strength/compaction); and

• Measure soil moisture content. Where the soils have a high ESP, are compacted, a high soil strength and high soil moisture the following will be undertaken:

• Soils will be cultivated using a vertidrain or similar aeration device to a depth of 150 – 200mm;

• Gypsum applied at 2 tonne/ha (or as per soil test results);

• Irrigation to move gypsum into the soil; and

• Follow up with vertidrain at 4 weeks after the initial treatment.



Note: On the tees and greens with a sand profile the accumulation of sodium will not cause any change in soil structure. The main effect will be an excess of sodium uptake by the turf causing nutritional disturbances (see above).



13.0 Capacity Building To ensure capacity building can be established and maintained by both Council and any lessee/operator, the following requirements are to be met: • All lessees/operators of the facility will be required to operate and maintain the golf course in

accordance the requirements set out in this SMP;

• Both Council and any lessee/operator are to maintain one hardcopy and one softcopy of this SMP on file in a suitable location at all times;

• Any amendments made to this document will require the SMP to be reissued by Council promptly

to the current lessee/operator with an explanation of all such amendments and any subsequent changes to their responsibilities and practices;

• The Golf Course Superintendent/Head Greenkeeper in charge of running the maintenance operations of the facility (whether a direct employee of Council or an employee of an external maintenance contractor or lessee/operator), will be required to familiarise themselves with this document prior to the commencement of any lease period and prior to them commencing any maintenance activities on the site; and

• All green keeping staff working on the golf course under the direction of the Golf Course

Superintendent/Head Greenkeeper (including volunteers of the golf club or any other organisations) are to be informed on the saline and sodic soil conditions of the site and subsequent issues they can create. This is to include a review of this document. Within one month of commencing work at the facility all staff are to be trained by the Golf Course Superintendent/Head Greenkeeper with respect to undertaking the monitoring activities detailed in this SMP. Induction/training forms are to be completed detailing all such training activities undertaken. Copies of completed forms are to be held by the lessee/operator and also submitted to Council for their information and records. Reference is made to the template in Appendix C.



14.0 Reporting No Item/Activity Proposed Actions Responsibility

14.1 Induction/Training • The lessee/operator of the facility is to keep records of all training activities undertaken. Copies of completed induction/training forms are to be held on file by the lessee/operator and also submitted to Council for their information and records as needed: [email protected]

Lessee/Operator

14.2 Testing of Surface Water • The lessee/operator of the facility is to keep records of all monitoring, tests and visual inspections and their outcomes as identified in Section 11.0 of this report on file and email copies to Council for their information and records as needed: [email protected]

Lessee/Operator

14.3 Soil Moisture Monitoring

14.4 Visual Inspections

14.5 Testing of Groundwater • The results of all groundwater testing / monitoring are to be supplied to the lessee/operator for their information and action and are to be placed in Council’s records storage system in Trim.


14.6 Testing of Treated Effluent Water

• The results of all treated effluent water testing / monitoring are to be supplied to the lessee/operator for their information and action and are to also be placed in Council’s records storage system in Trim.


14.7 Testing of Site Soils • The results of all site soil testing / monitoring are to be supplied to the lessee/operator for their information and action and are to also be placed in Council’s records storage system in Trim.


14.8 Salinity and Sodicity remedial action

• The results of any testing and remedial action undertaken on areas that have been identified as being adversely affected by salinity and/or sodicity are to be recorded as identified in Section 12 of this report. The lessee/operator of the facility is to keep all such records on file and email copies to Council for their information and records as needed: [email protected]

Lessee/Operator

It is recommended that the reporting of the above items be reviewed on Council’s behalf by an external consulting agronomist with experience in the construction, agronomic management and maintenance of golf courses. An initial review should be undertaken at the end of the first 12 months of operation of the facility and thereafter on an annual basis. This will help to determine any variances to baseline data and to identify any potential trends with respect to items such as ground water depths/levels, the levels of salt and other minerals in both site soils and irrigation water, and the frequencies and locations of salt-affected turfgrasses and/or vegetation being identified. Where variances are identified, particularly those that indicate an increase in saline or sodic conditions, a review of maintenance activities should also be undertaken to help establish any correlations (i.e. cause and effect). Management actions such as those described in Section 12.0 should then be carefully considered and implemented with further input and guidance from the consulting agronomist as may be necessary.



15.0 Review of this Plan An initial review of this Salinity Management Plan is scheduled to be undertaken by the UHSC in two years in May of 2021. Following that first review, ongoing reviews are to occur every five (5) years, the first of which will occur in May of 2026. In light of the above, should test results or visual observations indicate a deterioration in conditions then the plan can be reviewed by UHSC at any time.



Appendices Appendix A - Post-Grassing Establishment & Maintenance Program

SCONE GOLF COURSE REDEVELOPEMENT - GROW IN MAINTENANCE PROGRAM

W1 W2 W3 W4 W5 W6 W7 W8 W9 W10 W11 W12 W13 W14 W15 W16 W17 W18 W19 W20 W21 W22 W23 W24GreensMow/Cut X XX XX XXX XXX XXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXFertilise X X X X X X X X X X X XTopdressing X X XWetting Agent X X X X X X XFungicide X X X X X XInsecticide X X X XTeesMow/Cut X X X XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XXTopdressing XFertilise X X X X XGreen SurroundsMow/Cut X X X XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XXTopdressingFertilise X X X XFairwaysMow/Cut X X X X X X XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XXFertilise X X X X X X X X X X X XHerbicideInsecticideShort RoughsFertilise X X X X X X X XMow/Cut X X X X X X X X X X X X X XLong RoughFertilise X X X XMow/Cut X X X X X

NOTES

Fertilising: all fertiliser applied will be ballanced NPK fertiliser applied at the intevals above to the respective areas or as needed to achieve 100% coverage.

Chemical Applications: All chemicals applied for the controll of weeds, pests and disease will be turf registered and applied on an as needs basis. X INDICATES AS NEEDS BASIS

As NeededAs Needed

Mowing: Mowing/Cutting of all surfaces will comence as soon as practical to encourage sideways growth in order to achieve coverage as quickly as possible. Cutting Hieghts will be adjusted down over time to achieve desired cutting hieght for all surfaces at handover.

THE ABOVE PROGRAM IS BASED ON WEEK 1 BEING THE TIME OF PLANTING OF EACH SPECIFIC AREA, THE LATER PLANTINGS ESPECIALLY SPRIGING WILL RECEIVE A MORE INTENSIVE FERTILISER PROGRAM IF NEEDED TO PROMOTE MORE GROWTH.

Topdressing: Greens will be topdressed using the sand approved for construction in order to maintain uniformity and to produce smooth playing surfaces. Tees will be topdressed using approved construction sand on an as needs basis, Any Fairway topdressing will done with site topsoil.

Only If Needed

Only If Needed



Appendix B – Examples of Salinity Indicator Plants The following is a list of salinity indicator plant species, whose presence may indicate the possibility of saline and/or waterlogged soil conditions. Should examples of these plants be identified on the site they are to be recorded, including date, quantity (if more than one) and location.

SPECIES IMAGE

1) Cumbungi/Bullrushes Typha sp. Typha orientalis

2) Spike Rush/Spiny Rush

Juncus acutus

3) Black Roly Poly

Sclerolaena muricata



SPECIES IMAGE 4) Annual Beard Grass

Polypogon monspeliensis

5) Wild Aster

Aster subulatus

6) Salt Sand-spurrey

Spergularia marina

7) Water Buttons/Marsh Daisy

Cotula coronopifolia



SPECIES IMAGE 8) Wireweed

Polygonum aviculare

9) Streaked Arrowgrass

Triglochin striatum

10) Ruby Saltbush

Enchylaena tomentosa

11) Sea Club-rush

Bolboschoenus caldwellii



SPECIES IMAGE 12) Buck’shorn Plantain

Plantago coronopus

13) Curley Rye Grass/Coast Barb Grass

Parapholis incurve

14) Stonecrop

Crassula sieberiana

15) Native Reed/Common Reed

Phragmites australis



SPECIES IMAGE 16) Common Couch

Cynodon dactylon



Appendix C – Training/Induction Form for Saline & Sodic Soil Conditions



SCONE GOLF COURSE TRAINING/INDUCTION FORM FOR SALINE & SODIC SOIL CONDITIONS

NAME: _______________________________________________________________

POSITION: _______________________________________________________________

DATE OF INDUCTION: ___________________

INDUCTION UNDERTAKEN BY: _________________________________________________

ACTVITIES COMPLETED (please tick all boxes as appropriate):

Reading of the Salinity Management Plan

Visual Inspections (indicators of saline conditions):

- Bare patches in turfgrass

- Salt crystallization on grass/ground surface

- Stressed Turfgrass

- Stressed Plants

- Presence of Salinity Indicator Plants

SIGNATURE OF INDUCTEE: _________________________________________________

SIGNATURE OF INDUCTOR: _________________________________________________



References • Eccles, S. Soil and Water Investigation Report for the proposed redevelopment of the Scone

Golf Course, 26 April 2017.

• HLA EnviroScience. Scone Effluent Scheme Operation and Environmental Management Plan, 17 May 2006.

• Vere, R. Vegetation Management Plan for the redevelopment of the Scone Golf Course, Umwelt (Australia) Pty Ltd, April 2017.

• Wylie, M. Technical and Performance Specification for the Detailed Design and Reconstruction of the Scone Golf Course, Weidlich Golf Design, May 2017.

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