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19TH NEWS

Friday 15 November 2024



  • Official Opening Eats on Twin
  • Club Championships
  • Holes in One
  • Early Morning Golf Course Access
  • Encourage Shield and Junior Pennants
  • Melbourne Cup
  • The Opera Extravaganza
  • Vet's Report
  • Women's inc. Lady Veterans Report
  • Movember
  • First Aid
  • Sports Bar Action - UFC 309
  • Upcoming events + TRIVIA

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Celebrate with Us - Sunday, 17 November

We are thrilled to extend an invitation to all to join us at the North Ryde Golf Club this Sunday, 17 November, as we officially open Eats on Twin at 11 AM. Come, partake in the celebration - savour fantastic canapés with a glass of bubbles and witness the ceremonial cutting of the cake. We warmly invite you to explore our enhanced facilities and indulge in our new, extensive fusion menu which melds Western and Asian flavours with all-day happy hour drinks, all while enjoying the ambiance of complimentary live background music featuring the Paul Winn Duo.

If you can't make it on Sunday, join us and check out some of the great new Lunch and Dinner specials now available, or just come in for a great cuppa accompanied by some mouthwatering cakes while soaking up our amazing views. 

  • Lunch:  Tuesday to Sunday 11:30am - 2:30pm
  • Between Service: Pizza, coffee and cake
  • Dinner:  Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Sunday 5:30pm - 8:30pm 
    Friday and Saturday 5:30pm - 9pm

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2024 Club Championships

In a spirited contest, the North Ryde Golf Club Men and Women battled through the 2024 Championships, the Men over three weeks and the Women spanning four. The Juniors started the competition with their two-day event, while the Veterans wrapped up the Club Championships with their final two rounds on Monday, November 11. As is tradition, the stroke format revealed both unexpected twists and the presence of familiar champions amongst the victors.

With the final rounds for both Men and Women concluding on Sunday, November 3, it was time to celebrate the victors, save for our Veterans, who had one more round to complete. Thank you to everyone who participated in this year's championships, those who cheered from the sidelines, and all who revelled in the presentation ceremony on Sunday.

Congratulations to the 2024 Men's Champion, Jonathan Hong, and Women's Champion, Madi Woodley marking her seventh consecutive win, as depicted above.

  • Men's Club Championship: Winner Jonathan Hong, runner up Alex Sghabe and 3rd place Jackson Fennell.
  • Women's Club Championship: Winner Madison Woodley (7th consecutive win!), runner up Fiona Montgomery and 3rd place Helen Lee.
  • Men's A Reserve: Winner Chris Chang, runner up Liam Hogan and 3rd place Dell Crockart.
  • Women's Division II: Winner Susan Kim, runner up Margaret Beveridge and 3rd place Alice Wei.
  • Men's B Grade: Winner Jeail Kim, runner up Barry Loone and 3rd place Serge Derkatch.
  • Women's Division III: Winner Aekyung Yim, runner up Donna Linnegar and 3rd place Christine Allsopp.
  • Men's C Grade: Winner Sid Yeung, runner up Peter Kladal and 3rd place Tom Cunningham
  • Junior Championship: Boy's Winner Samuel Willis, runner up Eamon Nilan. Girls Winner Iris Zheng, runner up Lydia Wang.
  • Veteran Champions listed in Vet's Report below         

For final field reports and presentation day photos click this LINK .

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Keep those Holes in One Rolling in! 

Since our October 4 newsletter, we've been enjoying a lucky streak, showcasing at least one, if not two, Holes in One in each issue. Talk about a hole in one extravaganza! This time, we're excited to celebrate two more of our relatively new star members.

A big round of applause for Jaehee Kim, who made her mark with her very first Hole-in-One on the 10th Hole during the Sunday showdown on November 3, 2024! And let's give a shoutout to Ben Grove, who, having joined us in 2023, also celebrated his own Hole-in-One on the 6th Hole the following Sunday, November 10, 2024. Ben was thrilled to witness his shot go in, as it landed at the front of the green and rolled forward. This was not only his first hole-in-one but also the first one he has ever seen in person.

Keep swinging for those dreams, we look forward to keeping this Hole in One Steak going!


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Encourage Shield and Junior Pennants Season 2024

A huge congratulations and thanks firstly to all the representatives of our Encourage Shield and Junior Pennant teams.  You all represented your Club honourably and in the best traditions of our great game. 

Both teams came up against some very tough and seasoned competition and we came away learning some valuable lessons and experiences.  Our members had the opportunity to play over five Sundays at numerous Sydney courses including Mona Vale, Warringah, Stonecutters, Oatlands, Cronulla, Northbridge and of course North Ryde.  For all budding Juniors this is a great incentive to get practicing as we'd love to see you wearing a Club-supplied shirt and representing your club playing at these great courses and more next year.  

The Junior Pennant team comprised of Sam Willis (Captain), Archie Boyd, Lara & Kai Mandalidis, Patrick Hunter, Jayden Quan, Nathan Hong, Max Guazzarotto and Manager - Alastair Boyd.

The Encourage Shield team comprised of Maggie and Maxwell Ma, Lydia Wang,  Amelia & Oskar Foate, Zinzan Dale, Elyse Paton and Manager - Greg (Kak) Sheaves.

Given the busy time of year, thanks to Elyse and Jayden who helped out when one of the teams was short of numbers by playing up or down to ensure everyone got a game.

Thanks also must go to parents and carers for driving and supporting.  Lastly, a special thanks to the managers, your calm resolve and leadership was very highly valued. 

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2024 Melbourne Cup 

On Tuesday, November 5, another thrilling Melbourne Cup race took place, drawing a fantastic crowd at the Club. It was wonderful to see so many people seizing the opportunity to partake in this annual Australian tradition securing their seats and getting ready for an exciting day filled with racing entertainment across the Sports Bar, Club Lounge, and Eats on Twin dining room. With a complimentary glass of bubbles or beer in hand all members were set to rally behind their favourite horses in this prestigious race, some even more spirited while holding their free sweep tickets. Congratulations to all the sweep ticket winners, and a special shoutout to Anna Han, our second chance sweep ticket holder, who took home a beautiful hamper. Cheers to those lucky enough to champion the winning horses and best of luck next year to those of us who didn’t!

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Ticket sales are now closed for new bookings! If you are part of an existing table, you can still pay online within the next week.

Tickets for this year's Opera Extravaganza have sold out rapidly! If you are part of an existing table and haven't completed your booking yet, please go online or come into the office now to secure, pay for your seat and choose your main meal option. 

If you're uncertain about your table status, feel free to reach out to the office on 9887 4422 or email office@northrydegolfclub.com.au. If there are no reserved seats for you, we will add you to a waitlist and notify you if seats become available.

Prepare for a truly enchanting evening: savor a delightful three-course meal while being mesmerised by Australian opera stars, who will present a captivating mix of classical, contemporary, and musical theatre performances - it's a must-see! After dinner, lace up your dancing shoes and enjoy the DJ's tunes for the rest of the night.

All of this is available for just $75 for Members and $90 for Non-Members, which includes a fantastic four-hour drink package.


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Vet's Report

We wish to remind you of our Hams Day on Monday, 9 December which is also our last game for the year.  As you are aware, there will be no Hams given out this year, however 2025 will see the return of Hams with an extra $2 per round to cover their cost.  Ham allocation for 2025 will be determined by the Golf Committee and will be conveyed to Members as soon as your Committee is advised of our allocation.

Whilst there will be no hams this year, there will still be the usual Sausage Sizzle.  The cost per player for the day will be $30. This will cover the golf, food and the usual 2 free drinks of beer, wine or soft drink.  The game consists of a 2 Ball Team plus Individual Stableford.  However, please note that it is a 2 Tee Start beginning at 7.00am.  We look forward to seeing you.

The winners of our recent championships are as follows: -

Grade A Gross: Rod Green and Nett Peter Richardson*

Grade B Gross: Dominic Kim and Nett Geoff McMillan

Grade C Gross: Robert Overall and Nett Charles Kinder

*Rod Green actually won both Gross and Nett however it was felt best to spread the prizes and give the Nett prize to Peter who was the Runner Up in Grade A.  Rod is quite happy with this decision.

Congratulations are extended to all winners.  Plaques will be available for presentation at our Hams Day and it would be nice if all winners were able to be present to receive their Plaque.

Scott Beatty - Veterans' Captain


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Women's Report 

On Thursday, 7 November we had 26 players from Asquith Golf Club come to battle out the Asquith/North Ryde Friendly Cup which was won by North Ryde with great results from many of our players.

Congratulations to all our Women's Club Champions for 2024 click link below for full list of winners.

Morag Irons represented North Ryde as a division medal winner at Carnavon Golf Club in the Golf NSW Medal Metropolitan Final. Morag came 6th in Division 1, such a good result.

Some of our players also went to Orange for their annual golf tournament at Duntry. Morag Irons and Lorraine Taylor won the scratch Foursomes. Congratulations again.

Presentation Day Tuesday, 26 November - Please book in for golf online, 2 Ball Team Stableford - 9 holes - 2 tees - one club and a putter (water and bunkers GUR). Senior Vets (+70) may use Yellow markers if they choose.

Remembering it is fun day, with prizes for the best dressed Christmas themed team, plus for the winning teams.  Lunch will be served upstairs. $30 per head. Please put your name on the list of attendees, and your money in an envelope.

Don't forget to help us make the Christmas Hampers really amazing by donating Christmas food, wine or vouchers. The money raised will be donated to Empower Golf, our chosen charity.

Lynn Wells - Women's Captain and Eve Sheppard - Women's President 

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Women Veterans' Notes

Our last event of the year is coming up on Thursday, 21 November, Veteran's Party Day is always a fun day.

If you are intending to play in the 9-hole competition or just coming to lunch, we need your NAME on the sheet in the locker room.

We have given the caterers the head count, so let us know as soon as possible, if there are any extra ladies wanting to come, we will see if we can accommodate or put you on a waitlist.

You will play stableford on the front nine 1st - 2nd and 3rd in two divisions, + NTP in two divisions and Straightest Drives in two divisions.

Marlene Peters - Delegate Women Veterans' 


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Buy a Ticket for a Bro

With Movember Presentation Day Saturday, 30 November only a few weeks away, Movember is well underway. Please help NRGC raise donations for life-changing men's health initiatives across mental health and suicide prevention, prostate cancer and testicular cancer.

Our fathers, partners, brothers and friends are dying too young. The funds you raise are taking on some of the biggest issues impacting men's health:

1. Men's mental health and suicide prevention
2. Prostate cancer
3. Testicular cancer
 

Thanks to all those who have already bought raffle tickets via North Ryde Golf Club Reception.

How are those moustaches growing, itchy and scratchy but showing signs of life? Help us by:

  • Buying Raffle Tickets - Tickets for Movember NRGC raffle with up to $2,000 value in prizes are now available via NRGC Reception.
  • Join us for Movember Presentation Saturday, 30 November from 5pm - a couple of hours with celebrity Presenter Steve Marshall (Channel 9 Current Affairs reporter) to announce our "Movember Mo" Club winners. Ladies (Mo Sista's) we haven't forgotten you please wear your "Melbourne Cup fascinators" on the night for some prizes. Around 6.30pm the raffle will be drawn.
Head to movember.com for more information.


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First Aid Confident

A heartfelt thank you once again to Norm Spalding, who generously donated his time and expertise to conduct another FREE first aid course for our members on Thursday, November 7.  This session empowered yet another group with the knowledge they need to respond effectively and assist in emergency situations something we may all encounter at some point in our lives. 

Norm hopes to offer this valuable training again in 2025. Thank you once more, Norm, for volunteering your skills and enabling others to make a positive difference.


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Be part of the UFC 309 Action 

Join us this Sunday, November 17, at 2 PM AEDT for UFC 309 Live and Loud in the Sports Bar! The main event features a heavyweight championship clash between Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic. Witness heavyweight champion and legendary fighter Jon Jones defend his title against former champion Stipe Miocic. Make sure you don't miss a moment of the action!

Main events coming live to our Sports Bar and our big screens are - Motor Racing:  Adelaide 500 Qualifying Race 1 Fri 15 Nov 6pm, Sat 16 Nov 1:05pm Adelaide 500 Top 10 Shootout, Sat 16 Nov 8:40pm & 9:15pm Catalunya MotoGP Qualifying  Soccer: 11am Sat 16 Nov Uruguay Vs Colombia Cricket:  7pm Sat 16 Nov Australia Vs Pakistan Fights UFC: Sunday 17 Nov 2pm Jon Jones Vs Stipe Miocic  Golf: Sun 17 Nov 12 pm NSW Open, Round 4  

For a complete list of sporting events, visit our 'What's on in the Sports Bar' link or the Sports Bar tab on our website www.northrydegolfclub.com.au to enjoy live action in our Sports Bar.

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Upcoming Events 

  • FRI 15 NOV - Friday Night Meat Raffle from 5:30pm and Member's Cash Draw 
  • SUN 17 NOV - Eats on Twin Grand Opening 11am all welcome
  • WED 20 NOV - Free TRIVIA in the Main Lounge starts 7pm all welcome
  • THU 21 NOV - Single Stableford, Lady Veterans Party Day - 9 Holes (2 Tees)
  • FRI 22 NOV- Friday Night Meat Raffle from 5:30pm and Member's Cash Draw 
  • FRI 22 NOV- Weekend Women's Presentation Night
  • Tue 26 NOV - 2 Ball Team Stableford, Presentation Day - 9 Holes (2 Tees)
  • WED 27 NOV - Free TRIVIA in the Main Lounge starts 7pm all welcome

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Wednesday Nights - Trivia Nights 
Join us on Wednesday nights for FREE TRIVIA FUN! All welcome to join starting at 7pm. Answer the question above for a free team point. Bring your friends, family, or both and have a fantastic evening together. The last Trivia for 2024 will be Wednesday, 27 November. Have a wonderful break and we look forward to seeing our Trivia enthusiasts back with us on Wednesday, 29 January as school goes back and we are in full swing for 2025.


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North Ryde Golf Club
www.northrydegolfclub.com.au
Twin Road, North Ryde, NSW 2113

P: (02) 9887 4422
E: office@northrydegolfclub.com.au

 

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