What's On 27/11/2020?

Bryan Burt Club Scribe • November 27, 2020

Saturday 28th November: GHB Coronation Cup Finals.

 Club day 11.30am Card draw

 

This weekend we host the Coronation Cup finals at Dannevirke, with our Zone winners Pongaroa, taking on the winners of the other three zones, being Hastings, Waipawa and Te Pohue. This competition tees off at 7.30am and 12 noon Saturday and 8am Sunday morning. With four teams of 12, that still leaves plenty of room on the course for us to play Club day at 11.30am, but please, if a Coronation Cup match comes up behind you, please let them through.

 

Twilight Golf; Yes folk we do have twilight running. Chappy Maniapoto is out there on Thursdays from around 3.30pm. until 5.30 last tee off.. Great opportunity to introduce firends to our beloved sport of golf. $5 entry fee 

 

Annual General Meeting; Monday 7th December, 7.30pm at the Clubhouse

 

Closing Day; Captain Mike was very happy with the 56 who attended last Saturdays closing day, trophy presentations. It is some time since we have run such an event, so please any comments positive or otherwise will be heard for next years function.

 

Trophies; Captain Mike has been unable to locate two trophies. Sattrup & Brannigan and Intermediate B Championship. If you are in possession of either, please return to the Club

 

Greenwood Cup; My thanks to Craig Nash, for his comprehensive report on the 2020 competition, below


The shortened 2020 golf season turned out be a winner for the Dannevirke Greenwood cup team.


The Greenwood cup is one of the longest contested cups in NZ golf. Played for by the top 10 players from each of the top 8 Hawkes Bay teams. It is contested via a ‘round robin’ competition meaning an exhausting 7 rounds of matchplay over two weekends.


Last weekend Dannevirke wrapped up the Radonich Salver which is contested for by the four country teams outside of the 4 strong Hawkes Bay city teams. This is only the second time Dannevirke has claimed the trophy in the 18 years of its existence - so a big achievement for the boys.


Weekend one in October was hosted at Dannevirke who presented the course in a fantastic condition, with credit due to the hard working greens team and DGC committee. Dannevirke started with three tough matches, losing narrowly to Maraenui 4.5 to 5.5, Hastings 3 -7 and finally Hawkes bay 6.5 -3.5.


Weekend two however was all Dannevirke’s, starting with a massive win over reigning holders Onga Onga 6.5- 3.5 then accounting for Central HB (combination of Waipukurau, Waipawa , Porongahau and Takapau) 7-3, Karamu 7.5-2.5 before a gallant effort against Napier in the final round on Sunday going down 4 -6.


The win was more significant as 3 key players from last year were out for 2020. Newcomer Craig Evans had a great weekend winning 3 of his 4 matches while the long serving manager Richie Gray stepped in at the last minute and fought hard in his number 9 position. Over the series, Brad Truesdale won 5.5 of his 7 matches proving his ability at the top level of Hawkes bay golf, with Dave Hurrell and Craig Nash securing 5 wins each.


The gutsy performance undoubtedly came from the strong team culture that has developed. The players worked incredibly hard to represent themselves, our Golf club and the Dannevirke district with distinction.


Players representing the 2020 Dannevirke Greenwood team were, Brad Truesdale, Pat Harold, Craig Nash, Hamish Prenter, Syd Hakiwai, Dave Hurrell, Greg Vigers, Chris Mason, Richie Gray, Craig Evans, Brad Dippie and Peter Gregory

Craig Nash

Seniors News from Gus Terry;

Hi everyone,
Reminding you all that our final get together for the year 
is Xmas Cheer
at Waipawa on Tuesday December 1st at 10.30am. There cost for each 
player on the day will be $10. Remember the clubhouse will be open from 
about 9.45am for morning tea.
 
As this will be the final newsletter for the year I can reveal the 
Programme for next year :
 
February 2nd Opening day at Waipukurau
March 15-19 5 Course Classic
April 6th at Waipawa
April 20th at Takapau
May 4th at Waipawa
May 18th Visit to Palmerston North
June 1st at Waipukurau
June 14th Visit to Hawkes Bay (Wednesday)
July 6th at Waipawa
August 3rd at Takapau
September 14th at Dannevirke
September 29th at Porangahau
October 5th Visit to Carterton
October 20th at Takapau
November 9th at Waipukurau AGM
November 18th Visit to Foxton (Thursday)
December 7th at Dannevirke (Xmas Cheer)
 
Cheers
Gus.


Clubhouse news from Stephen Paewai;

On Friday 11 December we’re hosting the Dannevirke High School teachers end of year luncheon. We need a couple of bar staff from about 10.00 am to 4 pm, expecting 50 – 60 people. Can anyone help please?

Thanks

Stephen

 

Christmas Cheer;  Saturday 12th December 12 noon shot gun start.  Please enter fours names on the list in the foyer.

 

Thanks for the contributions to tonight's edition of What's On. It would be hard for any member to say they don't know what's going on in our Club. I also know when this goes to Facebook on Friday morning, we have another group of followers around neighboring clubs who read with interest what is happening at Dannevirke Golf Club. Keep up the good work folk. .

 

As always, good golfing to you all.

 

Bryan Burt

Club Scribe

What's on 18 Febuary 2026?

By Bryan Burt - club scribe • February 12, 2026
Saturday 14th February; Club day at 11.30 am, Cards in please by 11.15. House Committee Gillian. Please keep going withthe Summer Cup Matches. Monday 16th February; Match Committee Meeting Mangatera Hotel 5 pm Result; On Friday, 6th, we played the annual Maori v Pakeha competition. 55 in the field, with a win this year to our Maori members with a Stableford average of 32.7 versus the Pakeha,& friends team with 29.1. Great win, folks. After 4 years of this competition, you have finally cracked it. Golf HB Pennants; Competition starts Sunday 22nd. Teams and Managers this year are Championship 1, Willie Harold, Championship 3, and Handicap 2, Tama Petera, Handicap 3, Tony Peeti. Any members wishing to play Pennants who have not already done so, please contact Captain Zane or any of the Managers. Veterans; We are now receiving entries for the Classic Days. (Dannevirke and Waipukurau). If you want to get an entry in, now is a good time. Monday/Tuesday 2nd/3rd March at Waipukurau, Thursday/Friday 5th/6th March at Dannevirke. Please note: this is for the very first time, a 9-hole competition, which is only available at Dannevirke. To enter, follow the formula as follows: Go to NZ vet’s website, Go to Homepage, Click on Entry Forms, Answer the questions that have an asterisk. e.g., Email, Name, Golf ID, Phone No, Gender, 18 or 9 hole option, Amount of payment, which is $60 at Waipukurau, $50 at Dannevirke, $30 at Dannevirke 9 Holes. SUBMIT. If all else fails, contact Warren Ridge or Gus Terry. Marae Tournament: This year’s tournament is on Saturday, 28 February. Proceeds from this year’s tournament will go to the Makirikiri Marae. You can enter by putting your name on the list is in the foyer. I’ve been given a certificate for a round of golf for 4 people at Cape Kidnappers. It has been decided to raffle this prize; tickets are available from Stephen Paewai, Tim Bell or Patrick Harold. (Notebook on the bar on competition days) The raffle will be drawn during the prize giving for the Marae Tournament. Regards Stephen. Carts: We have already had two disappointing incidents this year. Our new carts are there to use and be respected. Last Sunday (unknown driver) obviously drove up to another cart on number 14 tee and tried to push it, leaving black tyre marks and holes in the lime track. Just dumb! Appreciate we have visitors and members using our carts, but any such behaviour will be dealt to by the Management Committee. "Use them, don't abuse them" Greenstaff; With Kierane being a fully qualified Green Keeper, the committee and he decided it was a good time to start another Apprentice. The role was advertised before Christmas, and so it is good to welcome Liam Making to our Club. Great to have you on board, and all the best for the next few years, gaining a qualification. Kierane Given the amount of water we now have available, our greens are being well watered. Being softer than normal, please be aware of pitch marks on the Greens. They may not always be yours, but please make a habit of repairing any you see. Thanks That wraps up this week. Have a good weekend, and hopefully the weather is not as bad as predicted. Good Golfing,👍 Bryan Burt Club Scribe

What's On 6 February 2026?

By Bryan Burt - club scribe • February 5, 2026
Friday 6th February; Card draw 11.30 am, Maori versus the rest shield. Bring your " A" game, combined stableford for each team Saturday 7th February; Club day. Card draw at 11.30 am. House duty, Stephen. Summer Cup matches to be played if possible, please. Marae Tournament: This year’s tournament is on Saturday, 28 February. Proceeds from this year’s tournament will go to the Makirikiri Marae. You can enter by putting your name on the list in the foyer. I’ve been given a certificate for a round of golf for 4 people at Cape Kidnappers. It has been decided to raffle this prize; tickets are available from Stephen Paewai, Tim Bell or Patrick Harold. The raffle will be drawn during the prize giving for the Marae Tournament. Regards Stephen. The course is in great condition at present, so get out and have a game if you can. Have a great long weekend. 👍 Bryan Burt Club Scribe

What's On 29 January 2026?

By Bryan Burt - club scribe • January 29, 2026
Evening all, Saturday, January 31st; Card draw 11.30 am Duty Zane, House Scott. Summer Cup matches as advised last week to be continued . Friday, February 6th (Waitangi Day) 11.30 am tee off; Maori v the rest match. Always a great day with plenty of before and after banter. Golf HB Pennants 2026. Dannevirke has 4 teams playing in this competition, in the Championship 1 & 3 grades, plus Handicap 2 & 3 grades. These are teams of 6 playing match play all over the Golf HB Region, commencing Sunday 22nd February. Any new members interested in being part of a team, please advise Zane on Saturday. NZ Ambrose Golf Cup, round 12 qualifier at Saint Andrews Golf Club, Hamilton. Congratulations to "Young Boys" Te Wai, Graiden, Rani, and Eru Hauiti of their 1st place last weekend. 68 Gross 57.5 nett. Off to the finals Twilight Golf; Don't forget Twilight Golf is played every Thursday, 4.30 to 5.30 pm tee off during daylight savings months. Great opportunity to try out the game, introduce family and friends to golf, or hone a few new skills over 9 holes. The weather gods have been much kinder to us, than in some areas of the country. With approximately 112 mils of rain this month, the course has gone from a dry, plenty of run summer track to a lush green autumn track in a couple of weeks. Plenty of visitors keeping Pat busy, so come on out and enjoy our great course. See you soon. Good Golfing👍 Bryan Burt Club Scribe