Kitt Kerr Hape Simpson Foursomes & Takapu 30 Hole Strokeplay Tournament 

Bryan Burt - Club Scribe • August 29, 2019

Saturday 31st August Takapau 30 Hole Strokeplay Tournament. (Rosebowl Event) 8.00am start, Cuppa Tea at 7.30
"The van is heading north, so good luck to all who travel in the van"
Dannevirke golf Club 11am card Draw
Manawatu v Hawkes Bay Rep Fixture; Unconfirmed when going to press.
Saturday 7th September Kitt Kerr Hape Simpson Foursomes. Has been mentioned previously, but to our new members, come along and join up with another member for 18 holes of foursomes. The match committee will assist with pairing. The format is one ball playing alternate shots. Add the two handicaps, and divide by two for an end of round nett. Top four netts take out the four trophies listed above.
GHB & PBW ; Golf Hawkes Bay and Poverty Bay Women , update from Wayne Mudgeway ( Acting Administrator)

Good afternoon to you all.

I write to inform the golfing fraternity of Hawkes Bay of an important appointment for the HB Golf Association that comes into place on Monday.

Many of you will be aware that in recent times we advertised for an Administrative Manager for the Association.

After advertising and interviewing we are pleased to announce that Andrew Jones (otherwise known as AJ) will start in the role as of this coming Monday 26th August 2019.

AJ’s role will be part time (approximately 20 hours per week) but there is flexibility within the hours - some weeks will demand more, some weeks less but the role is based on 20 hours per week.

AJ’s background to the job started with the Remuera GC in Auckland where after working with the Clubs Administrator for 5 years, he was offered the role on his own which he did for another 4 years. In 2015 he had the opportunity to start a NZPGA Apprenticeship, which enabled him to broaden his experience and expertise within the golf industry. In June 2017 (halfway through the apprenticeship) he was offered the opportunity to become the assistant professional at the Hastings Golf Club under Brett Allan, while completing his PGA apprenticeship. He completed the PGA training in 2018, his training covering golf coaching, game development, small business and management. AJ will continue to work in the Hastings pro shop part time.

So as you can see, AJ has an understanding of most things golf and after some initial help and guidance from the board, we anticipate AJ making the role his own before too long. I will be available to help as/if he needs it and Jack Sanders will continue with his role; looking after the finances so that AJ can concentrate on the golf.

AJ can be contacted through this email address ( info@hbgolfassociation.co.nz ) or mobile 021-316775.

I am still on the board and available if anything needs to be sorted, but in about a month I’ll leave the email contact responsibility in AJ’s capable hands. After then, my email contact address will be wayne@mudgways.co.nz

We look forward to a good relationship between AJ, the board, the clubs, the selectors, the referees and of course the players. ( Wayne Mudgeway )

Great these articles from other people, makes my job so much easier. Looks like a good weekend coming up so get our there and enjoy the game.

Good Golfing

Bryan Burt, Club Scribe

What's On 30 April 2026?

By Bryan Burt - club scribe • April 2, 2026
Friday, April 3rd; There will be a Friday competition run tomorrow. Own groups up until 12 noon. Card draw at 12 for those looking for a game at that time. Saturday 4th April; Club day for those who are around over the weekend. 11.15 am card draw for 11.30 am tee off. Starter Zane, House Basil. Any members playing Club Championship matches, please contact the starter. Saturday 10th / Sunday 11th April; Coronation Cup Zone play at Takapau. The selectors have named the following players. We would like to thank all those that have put their names forward for this year's Coronation cup team. The selection for this was not an easy task as we started with 23 names to select from, but we got there. So this year's team for 2026, in no particular order, are: John Garnett Amrit Prasad Zane Gregory John Garnett Tiwai Hauiti Timmy Bell Eru Hauiti Jacob Stephenson Richard Stephenson Denzel Treacy Bryan Burt Ranieri Hauiti Harley Hauiti Graiden Hauiti Tama Petera Congratulations to all players named for this year's team. They play three rounds next Saturday, 11 and Sunday, 12 April 2026 at Takapau Golf Club. Selectors would like a meeting this Saturday at 10.30 am to go through team order, travel etc. We understand that it is Easter weekend and you may not be able to attend, if so please contact Zane, Patrick or Tama. Cheers Congratulations, guys, wish you all well next weekend. Have a great Easter, everyone, and if you are traveling, stay safe. Good Golfing👍 Bryan Burt Club Scribe

What's On 27 March 2026?

By Zane - Club Captain • March 26, 2026
Saturday 28th - Club Day DUTY: House: Angela, Match: Chalky Please keep your Club Champs matches on track for the second round on 2nd May. Sisters' club meeting after play on Saturday. Thanks, Stephen. Pennants Round 4 - please take note of days! Saturday 28th Champ 3 plays Waipawa Handicap 3 plays Hastings at Karamu Sunday 29th Champ 1 plays Maraenui at Ongaonga Handicap 2 plays Wairoa at home 10am #1Tee Dannevirke vs Wairoa 10 am #10 Tee Maraenui vs Napier 10.21am #1Tee Waipuk vs Hawkes Bay Members wishing to play, please tee off early or after these tee times. Rosebowl Thank you to the two Dannevirke players who made it to Pongaroa last Sunday. Thanks also to Pongaroa for a well-run, well-fed day, as always we were well looked after. Thanks, Mark and Ranier, for stepping in to play for Dannevirke when we were short on numbers. RESULTS: 1st Norsewood 2nd Cape Turnagain 3rd Pongaroa 4th Dannevirke 5th Takapau A Brief history: the Rosebowl has been taking place for 30+ years and is a meaningful tournament for local interculb golf. We appreciate there is a lot of golf at this time of the season, however, it is a shame when such days are not well supported by our members. Any thoughts or suggestions on how this event can be better attended, please reach out to Zane, Peter, or any match committee member. We do not want to see these tournaments fall off the annual calendar. Coronation Cup A team will be selected by Thursday, 2nd April. First round is in Takapau on Saturday, 11th April Twilight The end of Twilight season was postponed this week due to the weather and will be held next Thursday (weather permitting). Weather looking good for another great weekend of golf! Good luck to our Pennants teams.  Cheers, Zane CC.

What's On 19 March 2026?

By Bryan Burt - club scribe • March 19, 2026
Saturday 21st March; Club Championships Round 1 Matchplay. Duty, Match Committee, House ?. If you have a Match, please convey that to the starters. Round 2 is not until May 2nd, so please keep communication with your opponent open so the matches can all be completed. Thank you to all who put names forward for the Championships. We have four draws, Senior, Intermediate A & B, and Junior A (all attached) compiled from names entered. Thanks, Pat Harold, for putting the draws together. Any questions or queries, please contact captains Zane or Peter. Sunday 22nd March; Pongaroa 27 Hole Strokeplay Tournament, Round two of the Ruahine Rosebowl. 8 am, tea & Coffee, 8.30 am tee off, $35 includes competition and food. Can we get a good muster, please, especially those looking for Coronation Cup selection. We require more than three, which we had at Norsewood, please. High School Ambrose: A thank-you note from the High School says it all. " Kia ora e te whānau, our golf tournament last weekend was awesome, with 105 golfers turning up to support our school and try their luck at winning $20 000! Unfortunately, no one was able to ‘sink a hole in one’ and win the money. A big thank you to Mr Amrit Pasad and all the staff and students who helped to make this event a success. We would also like to thank the Dannevirke Golf Course, our generous sponsors and our community for entering the tournament and participating in the fundraising activities held on the day. All profits of this event will go towards our students’ sports travel." Special General Meeting; Thank you to the 55 members who turned out Monday night for the purpose of " Setting the annual member subscription fees for the 2026 / 2027 year. " The conclusion being the annual subscriptions for 2026 / 2027 is $665 for full playing members. The Management Committee acknowledges their error in not advertising this as an Agenda item at the AGM in December. Matter sorted, repeat of error to be avoided, move on. We are in the thick of Match Play golf with GHB Pennants and now Club Champs, and in April, the Coronation Cup. I hope all participants enjoy the experience. Good Golfing👍 Bryan Burt Club Scribe