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Below are notes from the Board Meeting held on 28 April 2026

MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS / PURGING OF ACCOUNTS

2026/2027 Membership renewals were issued on 9 April via email. If you have not received your invoice, please contact membership@lrgc.com.au.

Members are reminded that House Account and Prize Account balances must be utilised by 31 May 2026. Any remaining balances after this date will be purged. Accounts can be used in the Clubhouse or the Golf Shop.

Please note that any prizes won from 1 May 2026 will be retained in Members’ Prize Accounts.

CLUBHOUSE MASTER PLAN – DA DECISION

As communicated to Members on 24 April, the Northern Beaches Local Planning Panel has refused the Club’s Development Application for alterations and additions to the Clubhouse. This outcome was disappointing, particularly as the application had been assessed and recommended for approval by Northern Beaches Council’s professional planning staff and an independent planning assessor.

The Building Committee, in conjunction with the Board and our consultant team, will take the necessary time to carefully assess the Club’s available options, including the potential for an alternative development. This process will involve consideration of the most appropriate review pathway, the information required to address the Panel’s findings, and the best approach to ensuring the interests of the Club and its Members are protected.

Members will be kept informed as the Board works through the next steps.

COURSE MACHINERY

The Board has recently approved the purchase of a new John Deere Gator utility vehicle and a Toro fairway mower as part of our ongoing commitment to upgrading and improving our course machinery. These additions will enhance the efficiency of our course maintenance operations and support the team in continuing to present the Course to the high standard expected by Members and guests.

QUARTERLY FINANCIAL RESULTS

The Quarterly Financial Results have now been published and are available on the Members’ website and noticeboard. Please click here to view the results.

BY-LAWS UPDATE – RETENTION PLUS MEMBERSHIP

The Board approved the following change to 3.6 (ç) of the By-Laws extending the maximum time period in the category for Members who have young families. “Retention Plus Members have no access to Reciprocal Club benefits as set down in Section 6 of these By-Laws. They are not eligible to participate in Club Championship, Monthly Medals, and any event which is included in the Club’s Annual Major Trophy Events as defined in Section 2 of these By-Laws.

However, Retention Plus Members may otherwise enter to play on days any of the above events are scheduled. Further, they must remain on this class of membership for a minimum of 12 months and a maximum of 24 months. The exemption for Retention plus is extended to up to five years from the birth of a Members child.”

FORMALISING THE CLUB’S ARCHIVES COMMITTEE

The Archives Committee has operated in various forms for many years, supported by the dedication of members who have helped preserve and celebrate the Club’s history.

This has included the outstanding contribution of Sandra Mellowes and the wider team, who have done an incredible job caring for and documenting Long Reef’s 105-year history.

The proposed change formalises this important work by recognising the Archives Committee within the Club’s By-Laws and establishing it as a formal Committee reporting to the Board.

Moving forward, the Committee will continue to work closely with the Board to improve the Club’s records and archives systems, preserve key historical material, and better showcase Long Reef’s rich history for current and future generations.

Keith Warren | President

Note: This document is not intended to be a minute of the relevant Board meeting but is intended to provide members with a summary of the significant decisions made or issues discussed by the Board at its most recent meeting. Certain matters may be commercially sensitive, subject to privacy considerations or otherwise confidential and will not be included in this summary document.

Long Reef Medal and Salver

The Long Reef Medal and Salver was played on Saturday 18^th April with a combined field of 101 entrants represented by 37 clubs from Metropolitan and Regional areas.

In perfect weather conditions, and the course well-prepared for the day, some exceptional scores were recorded.

The Medal was won by Jye Halls from New South Wales Golf Club with a 5 under par round of 66.

The Salver was won by Alyssa Starc with a great round of 78. Congratulations Alyssa.

Notable achievements included Harry McKerrihan recording a one-under-par round of 70 to finish fourth overall, while Rachel Buxton claimed the Salver Nett with a score of 76.

Mixed Foursomes Championship

Fifteen couples contested Round 2 of the Championship on Sunday 19th April. Backing up their strong opening round on Sunday 12th April,

Mitch and Alyssa Starc produced another impressive performance to claim the Mixed Foursomes Championship, finishing with a two-round total of 159.

Congratulations to Mitch and Alyssa on a well-deserved win.

Barling Trophy

The Barling Trophy will be played on Sunday 3^rd May. The event is open to any 5, 6 and 7 day playing member who has been a member for a total of 20 years or more.

Master Pennants Hosting at Long Reef

The first round of the Master Pennants will be held at Long Reef on Sunday 17th May against Woolooware at 11am. We wish the team the best of luck for the season.

Results

Wednesday 15^th April – Single Stableford and 2 Ball Multiplier with a field of 231.
The winner and score of the day went to Ross Guignon with a score of 42 points.

Full Results

Saturday 18^th April – Medley Stableford with a field of 96.
The winner and score of the day went to Keith Warren with 40 points.

Full Results

Wednesday 22^nd April - Single Stableford and 4BBB with a field of 228.
The winner and score of the day went to Tony McAvoy with 40 points on the countback.

Full Results

Saturday 25^th April – Medley Stableford and 4BBB with a field of 208.
The winner and score of the day went to Tony Valentine with 40 points on the countback.

Full Results

Rob Cordaiy | Captain

Pennants

Silver Salver

The first Silver Salver game was held on Friday 24^th April at Cromer against Killara. The team consisted of Sally Hill (Field Captain), Jenni Brown, Rachael Loomes, Helenka O’Connell, Karen Smith and Gretel Watson (reserve).

The team went down 2/3 with Sally and Helenka winning their matches. The others fought hard and did Long Reef proud.

Next week the team takes on Pennant Hills at Killara. Good luck to Sally Hill, Jenni Brown, Helenka O’Connell, Rachael Loomes, Wendy Millson and Karen Smith (reserve).

Bronze II

The Bronze II team will kick off their campaign at Muirfield versus Cumberland on Friday 1^st May. The team will consist of:

Deb Trim (Field Captain), Robyn Lyon, Emma Roborgh, Tracey Cantwell, Karen Scott and Adrianna Bowyer (Reserve).

We wish them all the best of luck.

Long Reef Salver

The Long Reef Salver was held on Sat 18th April 2026. This event was open to visitors and for players with a handicap of 13.1 or less.

The winner was Alyssa Starc and the Runner-up was Shreeya Singh from Manly. Rachel Buxton won the nett with a score of 76. Alyssa backed up her win on Saturday to take out the Mixed Foursomes Championship with husband Mitch on Sunday. Congratulations Alyssa on a great weekend of golf!

Lilith Gollan Trophy

This annual trophy is awarded to the player with the best score on holes 1-9. This year’s winner was Emma Roborgh with 23 points. Emma recently won the April B grade medal and Mixed Foursomes Cup with Darren Bradstreet. She attributed her results to her recent lessons with Michael. Congratulations Emma.

Up Coming Fixtures:

30 April - Qualifying round of the Annis Soutar Women's Foursome’s Championship. Four teams to qualify in each division. Match play 7^th May (semi -final) and 14^th May (final).

A yellow tee stableford competition will be available for those who are not playing in the Foursomes Championship.

Following the final on the 14^th a light luncheon will be provided.

Women’s Committee

Course Update – April 2026

The Course has received 587.9mm of rainfall so far this year. This consistent rainfall has been very beneficial for the Course, helping the turf recover well and maintaining good growth across all playing surfaces. As a result, our dams are now at 100% capacity. The full dams will ensure we have a reliable water supply to continue presenting the Course in great condition for members and guests.

The greens have responded exceptionally well following the renovations undertaken at the beginning of March. Recent maintenance practices, driven by the continued effort and attention to detail from the Greenkeeping staff, have supported a strong recovery and promoted healthy, consistent turf coverage. Members should continue to notice improvements in smoothness, firmness, and overall putting quality as we move into the cooler months.

We’re pleased to announce that the 16^th hole is now officially open for play following the completion of the major construction works. This project has brought significant improvements to the hole, and we appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding throughout the process. The turf is still in its establishment phase and will still take some time to fully mature and blend in with the rest of the course. We’re excited for the members and guests to enjoy the new look 16^th and the enhancements it brings to the golf course.

Now that work on the 16th hole has been completed, our focus has shifted to improving other areas across the course, including ongoing remedial work on fairways and surrounds, pathway maintenance, and the continued spraying and control of weeds.

Jeremy Beileiter | Assistant Course Superintendent

Watch our quick guide from Lee Grierson to make the most of your remaining House & Prize Account funds before it expires on Sunday the 31st May.

Question:

Playing in a Stroke Round, Bruce was going well.

Playing the 9^th hole he hit a good drive which finished on the fairway.

When it was his turn to play his next shot he did what he normally did, 'Had a practice swing'.

As his club came through it just touched the ball and sent it approximately ten metres forward although he had no intention of striking his ball. Somewhat shamefaced he declared the contact with the ball to be accidental Terry another member of the group asked him what he would do next.

Which is correct?

A. There is no penalty as he did not intend to hit the ball. Bruce said he would play the ball from its new position.

B. Because Bruce has moved his ball accidentally, a penalty of one stroke will apply and he will play his ball from its new position.

C. Bruce has moved his ball accidentally. He must add two penalty strokes and replace his ball on its original position.

D. Bruce must replace his ball on its original position and add one penalty stroke to his score for the hole after playing his ball.