What's On?

Saturday 25th October; Club day draw 11.15 am, Tee off 11.30 am. Duty, Richie, House, Angela. 2026 Barry Illsley Sponsored 72 Hole Matchplay Open Tournament. Preliminary work is underway for this tournament. Dates yet to be confirmed, but it looks like the Wellington Anniversary Weekend in January, starting on Friday, and concluding on Sunday. Presidents Cup Final: t o be contested between Timmy Bell and Denzil Treacy Junior. Sattrup & Brannigan, 2025 winners Mark Rosocaker & Chappy Maniapoto. Congratulations guys. Ladies Shoot Out; Completed today with Margaret Treacy winning from Margaret Stephenson. Another great day from all accounts. On Course Tee Signs: A big shout-out to our tee sponsors for their continued support of our Club. With business changes, we have 5 tee signs available for advertising your business. If any member wishes to take up one of these signs, please contact our Secretary Bailey Harold at dannevirkegolf@xtra.co.nz. Annual General Meeting; Monday 8th December. Another call please, for members to consider putting themselves forward for nomination to the various committees. Our thanks to Bailey for her work to date on the new constitution. Every Club in NZ has to update their Constitution before the end of April 2026, so we can continue to apply for Charity funding etc. Golf NZ produced a template, and we are just adding the final touches for our Club. This will need to be adopted at the AGM. At this point, we have not had any major damage on our course with the wind, but today is going to be another windy one. Fingers crossed, we get through unscathed, and the wind settles for a fine weekend with ample opportunity to play some golf. Best wishes to all who are traveling this weekend for tournaments or other golfing adventures. Travel safely and play well. Good Golfing👍 Bryan Burt Club Scribe

Saturday 18th October; Club day. Card draw at 11.15am tee off 11.30am Duty House Tony Saturday 8th November; Closing day and Trophy presentations. Captain Zane, sternly requests all competitions to be completed by then so trophies can be presented. Plenty of daylight now, so please make an effort. Saturday 29th November; (Date Change) Fielding Interclub @ Feilding.  Ladies Club Championships; The ladies concluded their Champions on Saturday after being rained, hailed and thundered on the week before. Congratulations , too Margaret Stephenson, (Senior) Sue Burlace (Intermediate) and Kerrie Gundersen (Junior). Runners up being , Angela Farrell, Margaret Treacy and Rainier Arnold. Greenwood Cup Rounds 1-3; Conditions at Waipukurau Golf Club were very pleasant for two rounds of golf Saturday and one Sunday. The rough at Waipukurau has for years has been dense clover and still is, which can be deceiving, as the ball looks ok, but the clover can be difficult to hit from. Saturday morning the team played Karamu having a 7 to 3 win, followed in the afternoon with an 8.5 to 1.5 win against Central Hawkes Bay. Sunday morning we came up against the first of the city Clubs Napier, and were defeated 7 to 3. Two matches concluded with draws on the 18th, and 3 finished on the 17th, so it wasn't all bad. The current standings are Hastings first on 6 points with 27.5 games, Onga Onga second also on 6 points and 23 games, Napier third with 4 points and 20 games, with Dannevirke fourth on 4 points and 18.5 games. Looking forward to the final four rounds at Hastings Golf Club on November 15th & 16th . Annual General Meeting; Monday 8th December at 7.30pm. A reminder to Committee chairman and others to have your reports to Gail by next weekend (Labour Weekend) for the Annual Report. With daylight saving now in progress, encourage any friends or relatives that are keen to maybe consider a Summer Subscription. (Runs the duration of daylight saving) For membership forms see Patrick at Harold Golf Shop, or email Bailey at dannevirkegolf@xtra.co.nz . If your game is off colour at present, again see Patrick for a lesson. Good Golfing👍 Bryan Burt Club Scribe

Saturday 11th October; 11am Ladies resume their finals matches. Senior & Intermediate finals (4 players) 11.30 am Mens Club day. Card draw at 11.30 am, Duty Tony Peeti, House Rhea Saturday 11th October; Greenwood Cup round 1-3 at Waipukurau. 8.15am No 1 Tee Dannevirke v Karamu 1.00pm No 1 Tee Dannevirke v CHB Sunday 12th October; 8.00 am No 13 Tee Dannevirke v Napier Golf Hawkes Bay Greenwood Cup competition has rolled around for another year. With a squad of 12 players available for rounds 1-3, we have selected three different teams for each match (attached). On behalf of all members, we wish the team the very best of success for the weekend. Hopefully, the weather plays ball, and you only have to battle your opponents, not the conditions as well. Good luck also to Margaret & Angela, Sue & Margaret, finishing off your Championship matches. Good Golfing👍 Bryan Burt Club Scribe

Friday 3rd October; Clubhouse lounge is being hired by Downers for the day. Golfers, please use the downstairs bar on Friday afternoon. Saturday 4th October; Ladies Championship Finals over 36 holes. The following ladies are playing their finals matches on Saturday. Senior Angela Farrell v Margaret Stephenson, Intermediate Sue Burlace v Margaret Treacy, Junior Kerrie Gundersen v Rainier Arnold. Good luck one and all. Saturday 4th October; Men's Club day. Card draw at 11.30 am. Duty Joe Clarke, House Basil Mott. Some groups may be sent off before 11.30 am to give the ladies a clear run. If a ladies' pair is catching up please let them through. Twilight; Due to commence Thursday, 30th October. Any members wishing to assist with running twilight, please contact Zane Gregory on 027 2994394 or zanegregory1985@gmail.com. The current format has been the same for many years, so any ideas on a refresh would also be appreciated. Competition / Bar ; Again, just a reminder, if you can bring smaller change to the course please do so. Too many $50 notes are coming in for the competition and over the bar, which creates a hassle giving change. Friday 10th October; Pongaroa 18 Hole firms day. 10 am cuppa, 11 am tee off. $30 entry includes a light meal after prize giving. Saturday 11th / Sunday 12th October. Round 1 - 3 of the 2025 Greenwood Cup at Waipukurau. The game draw being Saturday morning versus Karamu, Saturday afternoon versus Central HB, and Sunday versus Napier. The team, playing order will be in next week's What's On. Again, best wishes to the ladies in their finals. To the lady spectators, please keep up with the playing groups, as there may well be men's fours following who want to use the fairway. Good Golfing,👍 Bryan Burt Club Scribe 

Saturday 27th September; Club day draw at 11.30am. Duty Joe Clarke, House Stephen Paewai Saturday 27th September; CHB 27 Hole Stroke play Tournament. Sunday 28th September; Beginning of daylight saving. Move your clock forward one hour, or be late for golf! Saturday 4th October; Ladies Club Championship finals. Playing 36 holes and commencing at 8.30 am. (Finalists to be named in next week's What's On ) Wednesday 22nd October; Ladies Dannevirke Pharmacy Shoot Out. This commences with 19 ladies teeing off on number one. Number 10 tee remains open or number 5, but the ladies' field has full right of way. Sunday 2nd November; SHB 27 Hole Mixed Foursomes (Cancelled). The decision has been made that this event may well have run its course, with only a handful of pairs playing. We are all aware of the history and how, in the 1970s, you had to get your name up early to get into the field. Unfortunately, we no longer live in the 1970s. We may be able to revive this or a similar event in the future, so we look for ideas going forward. We need people who will walk the walk, not just talk the talk on this one. Starting a fresh, will require a major commitment, so don't expect someone! else to do it, get involved. Battle of the Saddle Shield; Battle Report – Dannevirke vs. Manawatu Last Sunday, ten of Dannevirke’s finest stormed into Palmerston North to take on Manawatu’s best at their home course. Flying the Dannevirke flag were Pat Harold, Brad Truesdale, William Harold, Angus Findlay, Chris Mason, Rhys Harold, Clay Lochead, Brad Dippie, Lance Hambrook, and John Garnett. The format was singles and four-ball, with 15 points on the line. The conditions? Slippery greens and the usual “welcome to Palmy” howling wind — not exactly golfer-friendly, but no one ever said this was supposed to be easy. Before the first tee-off, team manager/event organiser/social media coordinator (and part-time motivational speaker) Craig Nash fired up the troops with a rousing speech that was part Braveheart, part Tony Robbins. With spirits high, the boys headed out. The matches were tight all day, momentum swinging like a dodgy driver off the first tee. But when the dust settled, Dannevirke held its nerve, claiming a hard-fought 8.5 to 6.5 victory. Not only did we take down Manawatu on their home track, but we also levelled the all-time series at three wins apiece. Safe to say, the beers tasted even better afterwards. Next year we’ll host them at Dannevirke, where we’ll aim to tip the scales firmly in our favour. In the meantime, the focus turns to the Greenwood Cup in Waipukurau in a couple of weeks, where hopefully we can continue this form! Regards Brad Dippie. (Selector, Chat GPT reporter) Eagles Golfing Society of HB Inc; I have 20 tickets left to sell for the Halberg Foundation raffle, with first prize being a round of golf for four persons at Cape Kidnappers. I will have these at the club Friday and possibly Saturday, subject to sales. Tickets $5 each. Annual General Meeting; Monday 8th December. A reminder from Gail for those who submit reports for the Annual Report: please start your preparation and have it to Gail before the end of October. Committees. These include Match, House, Greens, Management, Ladies. This is your Club, and we are looking for some of our younger members to put their hand up for committee duties. It is not by any means onerous, but it is time for a changing of the guard. I am absolutely sure we oldies will gladly let you take our place at the committee tables . Please think about this and put your hand up. That wraps it for tonight, folks. Hopefully, the wind abates so we can enjoy a game of golf over the weekend. Good Golfing👍 Bryan Burt Club Scribe

Saturday 20th September; Club day with card draw at 11.30 am, Duty Bernie and House Majken, Sunday 21st September; Battle of the Saddle. Our 2025 Greenwood Cup squad members are playing Manawatu Golf Club. Tee of at Manawatu Golf Club 10 am. Dannevirke currently holds the trophy and want to bring it home again on Sunday. Friday 10th October; Pongaroa Golf Club, Stockies v Cockies Golf Tournament. 11am Cup of tea, 11.30am Tee off, $30 Entry includes twos and a light evening meal. Competition Stableford. Results: 17 pairs braved unpleasant conditions last Saturday, competing in the Kitt, Kerr, Hape, Simpson Foursomes. The winners are Kitt, Amrit Prasad & Norm Evans, Kerr, Joe Clarke and Harley Hauiti, Hape, Jarrod & Jacob Stephenson, and Hape Trent Conway & Andrew Galloway. Congratulations all. Hopefully, the wind dies down so we only have to battle the course, not the elements, this weekend. Good Golfing👍 Bryan Burt Club Scribe

Coring; Kierane and his team had a good run early in the week and got the course open for golfing today. Thanks to our staff and all who helped out. Friday 12th September; (3 options) 1 Our course is open, so weather permitting, there will be golf at Dannevirke 2 Cape Turnagain are hosting the Annual Firms Day. 18 holes 10 am Morning tea, 11 am Tee off. $30 entry fee; 3 Onga Onga, Our very own Jim Hickey (aka Doug) thinks the weather here tomorrow is going to be horrid, but a bit further away from the ranges at Onga Onga, things look better with rain not predicted until later in the day. Anyone wanting to go north, leave from the Mangatera Hotel car park at 10.45 am, Tee off at Onga at 11.30 am. Saturday 13th September; Kitt, Kerr, Hape, Simpson foursomes. Duty Zane, House Johnny. Zane has a copy of the rules for those who are not sure on them. 11.30am tee off Green Staff: There is a rule that states "Greens Staff have the right of way". There is only so many hours in a week, and the staff have lots to do to get everything groomed. If a tractor is heading towards you, please wait for them to get out of your range before hitting your ball. You wouldn't hit a ball at someone walking towards you, so don't do so to someone on a tractor. They can't jump out of the way of an oncoming ball if that were to happen. If a green is being mowed, wave the green staff to carry on; it only takes a few minutes to mow a green. A couple of minutes' delay for your round of golf is nothing compared to consistent stopping and starting for the staff. Common sense should prevail. If in doubt, " Wait, thank you. Spring weather is really upon us at present. Tomorrow looks ugly, but who knows? If you wish to brave the conditions, there are plenty of options this weekend. Good Golfing👍 Bryan Burt Club Scribe

Evening all, Saturday 6th September; Card draw at 11.30 am, Duty? House Tony Saturday 13th September; Kitt, Kerr, Hape, Simpson 4somes over 18 holes. This has been mentioned previously, so make up a pair and come along for an 11.30 am start. Takapau 18 Hole Strokeplay Tournament. Thanks for the support from the 20 members who went through to Takapau last Saturday. We made up close to a quarter of the field, so great support for our friends at Takapau. The gross winner was J McGillicuddy. Pongaroa were the 2025 winners of the Ruahine Rosebowl.  That's it for tonight, folks. Have a good weekend. Good Golfing👍 Bryan Burt Club Scribe

A few bits and pieces to mention. Friday 29th August; Course Closed. The course is closed tomorrow for a Master Builders Ambrose Tournament. There is 90-something players in the field starting on multiple tees, so best we keep clear for them . Friday Boys Mid-Day Competition: Doug has suggested playing in Takapau tomorrow. Gather at the Mangatera Hotel car park for an 11 am departure, 11.30 am tee off at Takapau. Saturday 30th August; Takapau 18-hole Stroke play tournament. (Final Ruahine Rosebowl). The draw for this event is attached (click) . Please ignore the numbers down the left side . The top part of the draw is teeing of Dardanelles with the junior field going off Westwood Ho. It looks like a late start but given they have allowed 11-minute gaps, I am sure the field will start quicker than written. I would suggest being early as I can't see 11-minute times being adhered to. For those interested, a van is leaving Drums at 9.15am. Saturday 30th August; At home, Duty Richie House Angela. Seniors, because of the impending visit by Central and Southern to Cape Turnagain on Tuesday, September 2 nd , we will have a full Club day on Thursday, 4 th , complete with raffles, approaches, etc. On the 9 th September, we are unable to play because of coring. We are looking at a visit to Fielding or Eketahuna on that day. We shall advise next week as to where we are going, and see who are interested. Monday 8th September; Coring. The course will be closed until this job is complete. Kierane will advise when the course is reopened Hole In One; Congratulations Jolanda Van Viliet for holing out on number 14 yesterday. Great effort, Jolanda. Plenty happening as we head into spring golf. Good luck to the 22 heading to Takapau on Saturday. Hopefully, this isn't their last Tournament, but that is a matter for the members to sort. Good Golfing👍 Bryan Burt Club Scribe