By – PGA Media


Second Year PGA Associate Lachlan Aylen has secured the PGA Associate National Championship and with it a start at the Australian PGA Championship at Royal Queensland in January.

Starting the final round at Rich River Golf Club with the equal lead at five-under par, Aylen poured the pressure on early with four birdies on the front nine to open up a six-shot lead over the field at the turn.

The Eynesbury Homestead and Golf PGA Associate was able to consolidate his early form with an even-par back nine to finish at nine-under for the tournament, five shots clear of Queenslander AJ McCoy.

McCoy’s round of five-under 67 was the best of the final round and enough to elevate himself to outright second but he started too far back to bridge the gap to the 2021 PGA Associate National Champion.

“I’m really happy with how I went out and took my chances this morning,” said Aylen.

“With the field bunching up yesterday I knew I had to be aggressive early and go out and try to win it, so it was really pleasing to be able to execute and drop those putts on the front nine.”

Aylen made special mention of his playing partners and friends he’s made during the tournament.

“I just wanted to thank all my playing partners today and the for the whole week. We get to know each other quite well in the Membership Pathway Program so it’s special to be able to share this moment with what I’m sure will be lifelong friends,” he added.

Also earning a start from her performance this week was second year PGA Associate Steffi Vogel. As the highest-ranked female PGA Associate in the field, Vogel has earnt a start at the TPS Sydney event at Bonnie Doon Golf Club in February.

“It’s super exciting,” said the Cobram Barooga Associate. “It’s such a great opportunity thanks to the WPGA and I can’t wait to get up there.”

The day was also special for Vogel who had a highlight of her own, scoring a hole-in-one on the 118-metre seventh hole, the second ace recorded for the tournament.

“It was a great day today,” said the smiling 23-year-old.

“I used 9-iron and hit it well. I was hoping it would get close and just watched it roll up and into the hole.”

For the PGA Associate National Championship final leaderboard click here– Matthew Street

In recent times through website postings the club has strongly encouraged all members to be vaccinated. Below is the outcome of recent changes from the Victorian Government and we expect all members, guests and visitors to follow the guidelines in this policy. The Board of Heidelberg Golf Club has been continuously considering the issue of providing access to our clubhouse, golf course and bowling green as we exit forced restrictions by the Victorian Government. After considering many options, on Thursday 14th October the Board decided to continue to follow directives in accordance with Government regulations subject to review if the Covid situation changed in Victoria or at our Club.

On Saturday 30th October the club received communication from Golf Australia outlining an update from the Chief Health Officer that can be read here. The major change made is the requirement that golfers must be fully vaccinated or have an exception in order to play, as outlined here

As from Tuesday the 2nd of November all members now will be required to be fully vaccinted to play golf.

It continues to be a requirement for members to scan the QR code on entry to any part of the Club premises, or have a staff record your attendance should you be unable to use the QR scan. Proof of vaccination status is now required to enter any part of the Club premises. Members who have submitted their proof of vaccination status to the club will not be required to display when arriving at the Pro shop. Members who have not submitted proof of vaccination status to the club will be required to do so upon arrival at the Pro shop.  We ask that any conversations on this subject are held respectfully with staff.

Below is a copy of revised golf and clubhouse operations as we return to near normal over the next week:

  • Golf in groups of 4 and competitions return from Saturday 30th October, golfers must be fully vaccinated or have an exception in order to play,as outlined here;  
  • Usual timesheets continue from Saturday 30th October
  • Group coaching outdoors can resume for up to 30 people (excluding the coach), indoor coaching will require all staff and patrons to be fully vaccinated whilst adhering to density limits.
  • Retail, (pro shops) may resume operations subject to a DQ4 limit (one person per four square metres) if all staff and patrons are fully vaccinated;
  • Indoor hospitality may operate indoor seated service without any capacity limits subject to a DQ4 limit. Outdoor hospitality may operate without any capacity limits up to 500 patrons subject to a DQ2 limit (one person per two square metres). If all staff and patrons are fully vaccinated;
  • Masks will continue to be required to be worn indoors across Victoria.
  • Locker rooms and showers are open and can operate.

We hope all members understand that we are merely adhering to Victorian Government requirements.

Kind Regards,

Garry Hines 
President
Heidelberg Golf Club 

NOW TAKING BOOKINGS VIA LINK BELOW

https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing?eid=706494&

 

*The club is not taking bookings, all bookings need to be paid via try booking link above

Great gift idea for your golfing enthusiast this Christmas. Purchase a golf lesson voucher with head teaching pro Jake Killeen worth $150 or more, and receive a Titleist Golf Cap for free. 

New Nightly Dinners & Sunday Brunch

 

We are pleased to announce the kitchen will now be open Bistro style on Friday and Saturday Night!

 

Sunday Brunch will also be available.

 

Open to members and the public, so bring your family and friends along!

 

 

Please note that bookings are essential.

Please click here to book

 

Tables are set in 4 locations being the Bryn Teg Room, Eaglemont Room, Members Bar and outside balcony to comply with Covid Restrictions.

Please select a table that suits your group size. Unfortunately, we are unable to make adjustments due to the restrictions.

 

Menu will be full of your favourite bistro classics

 

PH: 9433 5304   |  EMAIL: info@heidelberggc.com.au

 

Tap Beer Growlers Are Now Available From The Pro Shop!

$35 For 1.8 litres of tap beer + 2 Re-fills!

Available Beers include:

– Carlton Draught
– Great Norther (Mid)
– 4 Pines Pacific Ale
– Balter Captain Sensible
– Cascade Light
– Bulmers Cider

Limited Stock & Spots Available, Don’t Miss Out!

Must be consumed within 48 hours
Must be consumed off premises. 

On Friday 24th Of July sporting a very stylish light blue face mask, Gary De Gier (17 year member at Heidelberg) walked away from the 6th hole with the very first masked hole in one!

On behalf of everyone at HGC we congratulate Gary for this great achievement!

 

Congratulations to the following raffle winners for Wednesday 22nd July: 

1st Prize  – Terry Nassios $100

2nd Prize – Michael Sullivan $85

3rd Prize – Denis Dalton $75

4th Prize – Frank Shannon – $65

5th Prize – Robert Pedersen – $50

All Prizes will be delivered in voucher form.

 

Raffle Winner

21st July 2020

Congratulations to today’s lucky winners:-

1st Place Lauren Sinclair $50

2nd Place Jacinta Cashen $35

The winnings will be credited to your house account.

Timesheet Opening

On Friday the 17th of July there will be a 7 day timesheet opening for next week. There will be an 18 hole sheet and a 9 hole sheet listed under Sunday the 2nd of August. 18 hole and 9 hole sheets will open at the same time.

The openings will be staggered with a lockout period 5 minutes before the next day opening

Monday 27th of July:         timesheet will open Friday 24th at 3pm
Tuesday 28th of July:         timesheet will open Friday 24th at 4pm
Wednesday 29th of July:  timesheet will open Friday 24th at 5pm
Thursday 30th of July:       timesheet will open Friday 24th at 6pm
Friday 31st of July:             timesheet will open Friday 24th at 7pm
Saturday 1st of August:    timesheet will open Friday 24th at 8pm
Sunday 2nd of August:     timesheet will open Friday 24th at 9pm

To improve social distancing and to help deal with the fog, we will now be hitting off the 10th hole as the first and will be playing the back 9 as 5 to 4. So the hole order for 18 hole golf is 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 1, 2, 3, 4. When you have finished at the 4th hole please go to your car via the lower car park.  

This opportunity is taken to AGAIN remind all members of the rules in place for the upcoming week:

  • One game of 18 holes and one game of 9 holes per member.
  • If you are retired we are requesting you to play during the week
  • Any member who exceeds this limit will be removed from the timesheets.
  • We are asking that all Members who are able to play during the week must leave the weekend spots free for those Members who work Monday to Friday. The club will be strictly reviewing all weekend bookings.
  • Failing to appear for a booked time and not advising the Golf Shop in a timely manner will result in removal of playing rights in the following week.
  • No Guests or Green Fee players will be allowed to play until further notice.

Exception: If there are spots available from 6pm the day before we will allow members who want to fill vacant spots to do so.  Doing this will not affect your weekly booking limit. People who are not following these rules will have their booking deleted.

Thank you all for your understanding and assistance during this time.

Carts

While we have announced carts are back, due to the rain we will only be allowing them on holes 1 to 9. Only club carts will be allowed and no private carts as club carts are lighter. Unfortunately, you will either need to walk or stop after the first 9 holes.

As per the regulations golf carts should only be used by a person who has a disability, is over the age of 65, or who can demonstrate that they require one due to having special needs. Course operators are required to thoroughly clean the carts in between each use

All Prizes will be delivered in voucher form.