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cumberlandMay 13, 2025Comments OffNews

Tuesday 13 May 2025

DEVELOPMENT NEWS

As reported in our special newsletter we now have development approval and will soon be playing our temporary greens so we can commence work on the new holes. We are waiting on GolfNSW to rate the temporary course and will let you know once that’s done.

I need to dispel misinformation that is circulating about the Project;

• we will not be moving from our current clubhouse until the new one is built and ready to move in to.

• work on the new clubhouse and living units will not commence until we complete and ‘grow in’ our course changes.

• course works will take about 12 months, including growing time and the new clubhouse and stage 1 retirement buildings will take about another 24 months.

• we are not selling the land but are leasing it to Pariter Pt Ltd.

• we will continue to own and run the clubhouse and golf course while Pariter will manage the retirement village.

If you have any questions about the development, please feel free to ask me, any of our directors or our CEO Andrew who will be happy to assist. Also, the FAQ’s on our webpage are currently being updated.

Colder, shorter days are upon us. As we work our way through Winter, I would ask all of you to be aware of your pace of play. We will be returning to shotgun starts during June and July and for the morning players I would ask you to be especially diligent in keeping up with the group in front of you so as not to delay the afternoon wave. I would also encourage morning players to pre-register for their rounds on Friday afternoons. This will obviously help get everyone on the course and hitting off on time.

Nomination forms are up for the Warren and Gibson pennant teams. If you have not yet nominated, please do so ASAP. We will be picking the teams in the coming weeks

Congratulations to the following winners:
Anzac Medal – Joon Oh (12) 43 points

A Grade Medal – Taylor Saghabi (3) 68

B Grade Medal – Tay Kim (16) 69 cb

C Grade Medal – Greg Tumeth (22) 70

Junior Championship
A big congratulations to Harry Camilleri who was crowned this year’s junior Champion.
Junior Champion(Scr): Harry Camilleri – 81, 78 – 159
Runner Up: Blake Komorowski – 84, 78 – 162

36 Hole Nett Winner: Lucas Karam (28) – 75, 78 – 153
36 Hole Nett Runner Up: Roger Rojjanachaiyapong (17) – 76, 78 – 154

Championship Players (L to R): Riley Biviano, Blake Komorowski, Roger Rojjanachaiyapong, Harry Camilleri, Lucas Karam. Absent – Gabriel Piresdasilva

It would be remiss of me not to acknowledge our Club President who led his team to victory in this year’s President vs Captain event. If you were in the first and second spot in your group, then you were part of the President’s winning team.

Well done Mr President!! In the words of a great man “there has to be an investigation”.

GolfNSW Rules Night

Don’t forget, the Club will be hosting a Rules of Golf night, presented by GolfNSW on Monday 26th May at 6:30pm.

The presentation will be conducted by Andrew Robb, GolfNSW’s Head of Rules & Handicapping. The session is highly recommended for members who are new to the game or who have joined the Club within the last 12 months. For longer-term members, this is a fantastic opportunity to deepen your understanding of the rules or simply refresh your knowledge.

This event has limited spaces and as such, members are required RSVP their attendance.
If you plan to attend, please email admin@cumberlandgolf.com.au to confirm your place.

Keep up the great golf!

The autumn weather continues to be a tale of two seasons, splendid one day, wet the next. Overall, the course received 46 mm of rain during the month.

The renovated greens have recovered well and nearly back to prime condition.

Our team of 8 green staff lead by our talented superintendent Matthew Turner continue to present the course superbly week in week out. Disappointingly unfixed lob marks and unraked bunkers ruin this, so I remind all members to ensure they are doing their best to help preserve the condition of our course.

Corellas continue to present challenges on some of our greens, as they feed on insect life and nutrients beneath the surface. As a protected species we are limited in the actions that we can take, however, we are actively exploring a range of alternative and humane strategies to manage their impact. Several creative ideas have been proposed, and our team will be trialling those that show the most promise.

There have been a few recent queries regarding the grass growth in the top dam on the 12th hole. The grass in question is Saltwater Couch (Paspalum vaginatum), and it is an intentional part of our dams and waterways management program.

This species has been selected for its significant environmental benefits, particularly in supporting the health of our irrigation system. Its key functions include:

Water Filtration: The grass traps sediment, nutrients, and sodium from surface runoff before it reaches the main irrigation dam. This helps reduce algae build-up.
Sodium Absorption: It naturally absorbs excess sodium in the water, improving overall water quality.
Improved Clarity and Quality: Over time, this leads to clearer, healthier water throughout the system.
Habitat Creation: It provides a beneficial habitat for aquatic life, including frogs and waterbirds.
Oxygenation: The grass contributes oxygen to the water, supporting a healthier ecosystem.
Weed Suppression: It forms a dense mat that helps prevent the spread of invasive weeds such as alligator weed and cumbungi reed-both of which have been problematic in the past.
Reduced Chemical Use: With its natural weed-suppressing qualities, it reduces the need for chemical herbicides in and around the dam area.

As part of our management cycle, the top dam is occasionally drained. This allows the grass to dry out and be removed, helping to control overgrowth and maintain the dam’s functionality. When the pond is refilled, the reintroduction of moisture promotes fresh, healthy regrowth-ensuring the grass can continue to support our water management efforts.

This approach supports both the sustainability of our course and the health of our broader environment.

LADIES PRESIDENT REPORT

On 15th April we held our Easter Open day, the first of our open days for the year. Although our visitor numbers were down, it was well supported by our Cumberland crew. With the proceeds from our raffle and supplemented with previous funds, we were able to make a sizeable donation to Street Side Clinics. This is a group of Volunteer Doctors and Nurses who man mobile clinics across strategic locations around Sydney, providing medical support to those living on the streets. Well done ladies and thank you for your support.

Tuesday 29th May was our Friendship Day, bright and sunny, no rain until we were all safely inside having lunch when the heavens opened. Big Thank You, Cecilia Hwang for so colourfully setting up both in the clubhouse and around the putting green. It certainly adds to a happy atmosphere. Thank you also to Justin who was out there on the course taking ‘happy snaps’ of the day.

On Friday 30th we will be hosting our last Pennants event. I’m sure Tracey will report more on that and on the Fay Spear’s winner from last week, in her report.

Good luck to those ladies braving next weeks Foursomes event.

As we head into those cold winter months let’s hope that the weather is not too brutal and it remains, specifically, dry on Tuesdays!

Stay warm and healthy and continue to enjoy our golf.

Barbara Cocks
Lady President

LADY CAPTAIN’S REPORT

April has been a full month on the ladies golfing calendar. Although the weather has not been kind, we have managed to get all this month’s events played.

The Easter open Charity Day on 15/4 was a big success, despite our field numbers being smaller than usual. The Korean/Aussie Friendship Day on 29/4, was played in high spirits and all ladies enjoyed the opportunity to build on our Cumberland golfing friendships.

Congratulations to Eunmi Pyun, the winner of this year’s President’s trophy, with scores of 38 and 34 points. Well done!

The Northern Districts Bronze II pennant competition commences on Friday 16/5, at Asquith Golf Club. Cumberland will go up against North Ryde in the opening match. This year’s team is-

Sharon Byun, Lisa Kim, Kelly Yoo, Lucia Kim, Sally Kim and Helen Park. Good luck team Cumberland!

Upcoming events-
Ladies Foursomes Championship 14/5 & 21/5
Chick of the Walk Qualifier 3/6

Good golfing!
Tracey Hilton
Ladies Captain

So a Very Big Hello to everyone in May from us at Banners Golf

Another busy month in the Proshop and the rains seem to have finally arrived.

Ladies Foursomes starts this Tuesday and the Triple 6 Challenge is on Thursday the 22^nd.

Winter is almost HERE! With winter comes all the changes required in our golf equipment and here at Banners Golf we have everything you need to continue to power down the fairways in comfort, style and warmth every week.

Mens and Ladies Footjoy and Under Armour winter clothing has landed and you will not only look the part but keep dry and warm while doing it. We have a wide selection of jumpers and outerwear on display in the shop and if you would like the Cumberland Logo added we are happy to do so! Winter and Rain gloves are now available along with a great range of waterproof golf bags from all the major brands.

This month’s golf tip comes from yours truly in the proshop and it’s basic but imperative. Have a plan for winter. Check everything to make sure it works and is waterproof before you start. If your umbrella is leaking, shoes leaking, glove dying, jumper threadbare, bag leaking, buggy rusted or anything else needs to be replaced.

Golf is an experience to be enjoyed not endured because you continue on despite your equipment limitations. In the proshop we have RIGHT NOW, something warmer, drier, better fitting, newer, more technologically advanced and amazingly priced. Don’t walk around the course this winter getting cold and wet while all these great products stay warm and dry in the Proshop !

Wise words if I do say so myself.

Ladies Beginner classes continue to grow in popularity as well. With this now a permanent Tuesday class, all beginner Ladies are welcome and can attend as often as you wish, simply pay for each individual week as you go or pay ahead in bulk to save. This class continues to develop some great friendships and golfing members and is a great low pressure introduction to golf and the Club community.

So that’s it for another month. Stay safe, stay healthy and lets all enjoy golf this winter!

For any of your golfing needs call into the Pro Shop and talk to our friendly staff.
Joanne, Matthew, Myo, Luke, Alex and the Juniors

Thank You To all Our Sponsors for their support!

Development Approval

cumberlandMay 2, 2025Comments OffNews

Developemnt Approval

Dear Members,

We have finally been given Development Approval. This week the Minister for Planning and the Environment approved our Development Application for a new clubhouse, retirement living apartments, a high care facility and new golf course works.

This is one of the most exciting times in the 88 year history of our great club. In 2020 we entered into a partnership with Pariter Pty Ltd. Since that time, the Pariter Team have worked tirelessly with our Board to progress our dream of building a new clubhouse, upgrading our course and securing our financial future as an independent top class golf club.

Within the next few weeks, Flemmings, our course contractors will begin work on the re-designed holes with a time-line of about 12 months. Once that is completed, work will start on the new clubhouse, the high care facility and residences in stage 1, which is basically along the existing 1st hole.

Temporary course changes and ratings will be circulated shortly.

In further good news, Cumberland has been selected as a finalist in the prestigious ClubsNSW 2025 ‘Heart of the Community Award’. Once again, we are punching above our weight in the club industry up against much bigger clubs such as Parramatta Leagues, Mounties, Club Marconi and Castle Hill RSL Club just to name a few of the other finalists. The winning club will be announced in June, and we’ll keep you informed of the result.

All of this is thanks to you the members and once again we thank you for your support.

Denis Clifford (Club President)
On behalf of the Board of Directors

Pennant News

cumberlandFebruary 2, 2025Comments OffNews

PENNANT NEWS

Major Pennant Report – Round 5 V Royal Sydney

Thanks to ongoing course renovations, Royal Sydney’s home games for the 2025 season were hosted by their close friends, The Australian Golf Club, which is widely considered to be one Australia’s most exclusive and prestigious venues.

While both teams exhibited some exceptional play, Royal Sydney’s familiarity with the course undoubtedly worked to their advantage. At the turn, the host side led in four matches and were square in one.

Cumberland’s resolve didn’t waver, and the balance shifted early on the back nine as the margins in a couple of matches began to narrow. Ultimately, however, course knowledge and experience made the difference, with the home side claiming the victory.

Isaak Pemble secured an impressive 4&3 win, while Josh Russo and Bailey Leafe took the fight to the 18th hole, each finishing square.

The loss means that first place is now just out of reach (barring some highly unlikely results). Nevertheless, the team is determined to finish the year on a high note with a strong home-ground victory this weekend.

Final result: Royal Sydney 5 def. Cumberland 2

The team would like to extend heartfelt thanks to all the family, friends, and members who took the time to come out to The Australian Golf Club to lend their support – it is always deeply appreciated.

Our next game is on Sunday, 9 March, at Cumberland against Royal Sydney, with tee-off scheduled for 7 a.m.

As always, your support would be immensely welcomed, and we hope to see you all out on the course for our final match of the season!

Individual results:

Isaak Pemble won 4&3

Josh Russo square

Chris George lost 4&3

Josh Madeleine lost 3&2

Hayden Smith lost 3&1

Peter Takla lost 7&5

Bailey Leafe square

Matt Andrew

Manager

Women’s Grade Pennant – Round 1 at Woolooware V Mona Vale

A disappointing day for our ladies today both weather wise and golf wise. The result was a 4:1 loss to Mona Vale. Well done to Diane NAM on her 6:4 win.

Next week the team will play at Moore Park against Castle Hill. Good luck ladies!

Ladies Western Districts 1 Pennant

at Carnarvon GC 17/3/25

Cumberland vs Massey Park

A tough job for our ladies today against a well honed and very experienced top order in the Massey Park team.

Sadly the final score was 4:1. Tricia Johnston winning her match convincingly 7&6.

With 1 match for the team to play at Brighton Lakes on Friday 21/3 against Carnarvon, Cumberland is still in a good position before going into the final round bye on 28/3.

Go ladies you can do it!!

Tracey Hilton

Ladies Captain

Transition to MiClub Golf

cumberlandNovember 2, 2024Comments OffNews

Dear Member,

Our new look and feature filled golf operation system will be available for practice from 31/10/2024 – 4/11/2024. Club management and staff have commenced training on the new system. This new ‘MiClub’ Online golf system is in use by over 640 clubs in Australia including, Royal Sydney GC, Riverside Oaks GC, Castle Hill GC, and Muirfield GC.

The new online golf system can be accessed through the Cumberland Country Golf Club website or by selecting the below link:

https://cumberland.miclub.com.au/security/login.msp

1. Logging on
Your username is your member number and your new temporary password is currently set to your birth day and month (e.g. “0705” for 7 May). Please contact the club if you have any problems with the initial login. Once logged on you will be prompted to change your password. Your new password must be a minimum of 7 characters including 1 lowercase letter, 1 uppercase letter, 1 number and 1 special character and cannot contain your username/member number. This password format is essential for the Club to provide a secure system for our users.

If you experience any trouble logging in to the new portal, please contact the Club office ASAP.

2. Update your details
When you first login please update your member details. In particular phone numbers and email address. This will greatly assist the club in keeping all members information up to date.Members will have the ability to search each other in the “Members Directory”, however all infomration is kept private unless a member opts to show their contact details.

3. Members page
Once logged onto the site you will be taken to your own personal welcome page. The home page will have ‘posts’ which you can view to see how some features work e.g. playing partners list.On this page you will see your contact details, a link to your golf bookings, golf competition results, a playing partner’s setup instructional post and a general Club notice board. From this screen you will also be able to navigate around the complete site including many pages which are only available to members of the club.

Members will also have access to a ‘My Information’ page which gives members access to live competition leaderboards, past competition results as well as ‘MiStats’ which tracks the performance of each member in competition play. This feature will display the members best and worst holes as well as birdie, par and bogey percentages.

4. New Online Timesheet System
Once logged in, navigate to the Timesheets area by clicking on ‘Bookings’ which will appear in the accordion menu on the left or via the ‘Members’ drop down option at the top.Practice timesheets are available on the new member’s online booking facility from 31/10/2024 – 4/11/2024. These practice timesheets exist for practice bookings only.

Please be aware that the first timesheet with the new system will be for Wednesday 13/11/2024. This timesheet will open for bookings on 5/11/2024 at 5pm on the clubhouse kiosks and 8pm online in the new members portal.

Timesheets exist for every day, please be sure to book, to avoid disappointment. Any course closures and or fixtures changes will be updated on the website.

Similar to making a booking, members can also delete their booking by selecting the red cross next to their name on the timesheet. It will remain the members responsibility to delete themselves for anytime timesheet as soon as they are aware that they are unable to play.

5. Timesheet Changeover Period
Timesheets up until 12/11/2024 will be booked via the existing system / method.Timesheets from 13/11/2024 onwards will be booked and processed via the new MiClub system.

6. Reminder Emails
Once active, the new live booking system will automatically send email reminders 48 hours prior to any golf booking. If you cannot play at this booked time, please remove yourself ASAP to allow an opportunity for another member to play.

7. MiScore App

With the implementation of the MiClub golf system we will also see the introduction of the MiScore App.

The MiScore app is now available for use for members. The Club has purchased a club subscription that allows members to use the MiScore app at the club at no charge. The MiScore app is available for use in both competition and social play. Please note that should you wish to use the MiScore app at other courses, then a user subscription would need to be purchased.

The MiScore app offers a number of features including:

Scoring as a club member or registered visiting player in authorised club competitions
Score social rounds at over 500 Australian golf courses.
Measure distance with the interactive GPS map at any registered venue.
Monitor pace of play with the MiScore round timer View live competition leaderboards
Track player statistics from competition events

For all subscribers, direct technical support is available via the main App interface.

Members can use the following links to access guides on how to download and operate the MiScore App. In person assistance will also be available to members on the go-live day 13/11/2024 and ongoing via Club staff.

Download & Install Guide
Create App Profile
Club Subscription Guide for Members

8. Additional Notes

You may have the old booking system book marked / saved on your browser. Ensure you delete it and book mark / save the new system.
When you login for the first time, please update your password and save it or make note of it. (It is required to be a minimum or seven characters with a combination of at least one lower case letter, one upper case letter, one number, one symbol, and cannot contain your username / member number.)

Whilst we anticipate a smooth transition to MiClub, the change to any new system can experience some “teething issues”. We remain committed to supporting our members and staff throughout this transition period. Should you encounter any challenges or have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Club.

We thank you for your understanding and patience during this time. We are confident that MiClub will enhance our club’s golf operations and member experience in the long run.

Regards,
Matthew Lamerton
Operations Manager

Development Update – Construction of Temporary Greens

cumberlandMarch 28, 2024Comments OffNews

Dear Members,

I am happy to advise that the first construction works to facilitate the development are about to commence. As many of you are aware, we are embarking on an exciting journey to enhance our course and clubhouse, and I am thrilled to share an important update with you.

Construction of the temporary greens is set to commence on April 2nd. Once completed these greens will allow for uninterrupted 18 holes of play during the course enabling works.

These temporary greens will be located on the 2nd, 4th, 9th, and 18th holes and are indicated on the Map below.

During the construction phase and until the temporary greens are ready for play, it’s essential to note that the areas occupied by these temporary greens will be designated as compulsory ground under repair (GUR). This designation ensures the safety and fairness of play during this transitional period.

During construction of these greens, our spare Lake Johnson hole and temporary course ratings will be utilised. These adjustments are necessary to maintain the integrity and quality of your golfing experience throughout the development process.

We understand that these changes may bring some adjustments to your regular game, but we assure you that every effort is being made to minimise disruptions and ensure a seamless transition. Your patience and understanding during this time are greatly appreciated as we work towards creating an even better golfing environment for all our members.

Please stay tuned for further updates as construction progresses. Thank you for your continued support and enthusiasm for our club’s growth and improvement.

Martin Smith
Chairman of Greens

Development Update – Golf Course Enabling Works

cumberlandMarch 14, 2024Comments OffNews

Dear Members,

With the latest news, our development partner Partier are on the eve of lodging a Development Application for the Independent Living Units. I thought I should take some time to highlight the pending changes to our current 2nd, 4th, 5th, 9th and 18th holes. These changes are displayed in the Clubhouse as well as in the body of this newsletter.

The back nine will commence on the existing 6th, there is no change to this hole. On completion of the hole, you will wander down to the new 11th hole, which is situated behind the new 14th.

The new 11th is the combination of part of the current 4th and 5th holes. It will traverse around the big gum which currently cohabitates with the fairway bunker on the existing 4th and then you will trek down to the area where the current 5th green is situated. The dam will be slightly enlarged, and the green side dam wall raised and beautified.

The cart path currently adjacent to the green will be removed to allow the green to flow into the dam. The path repositioned on the left of the green, will provide an access to the 12th (existing 2nd hole) which will remain as is but will have a small creek installed at the base of the gully heading up to the green. The creek in part is an architectural design feature but also to weatherproof the course in that area. As we all saw in the big wet of 2022, this area was impassable. On playing the hole, players will need to decide on the reward for risk aspect when approaching the shot into the green.

The 14th hole is utilising the first third of the existing 4th hole and has been designed with a small pond protecting the front left-hand side of the green. This pond will be the water source for the wee burn that will flow across the gully on our existing 2nd. The long hitters will question, reward for risk at 290 metres. There will be a number of ways to play this hole. The green will slope back to front and will have bunkering at the rear to catch any long shots.

The existing 9th will be shaped into two holes. The first a par 4 measuring 307 metres played from the existing 9th tees, the green will be guarded by strategically placed bunkers.

Utilising the remaining parts of the existing 9th hole, the new 18th will be across the enlarged dam, measuring 129 metres and protected by the dam and bunkers at the rear. The design incorporates a bail out zone located on the right for those not wanting to take on the water.

The clubhouse terrace will be situated between the 9th and 18th greens, so expect many an afternoon cheering as players challenge the 18th hole across the great expanse of water.

The new 9th will be played from the existing 18th tee and the new hole will play 449 metres. The existing 18th green will be relocated and new bunkers created.

The Par for the new course when opened will be 70 and will measure 5532 metres or 6050 yards. The course will see several dams enlarged, a new pond, new bunkers and 3 new USGA standard greens built. The course’s make up will be 3 x par 5’s, 10 x par 4’s, and 5 x par 3’s. The final design will be subject to approval under a Development Application.

In the first half of 2024, work will commence on the construction of the temporary greens required to ensure we have a full 18 hole golf course during the Course Enabling works.

Temporary Course Design in Three Stages

There will be some disruption to the course over the period of the enabling works, and all efforts will be undertaken to provide members an enjoyable experience while we transition to the new course.

Preparations are now underway to build the four (4) temporary greens so the enabling works can commence once the Development Application is approved.

Stage 1 – Par 71

A new temporary green is to be constructed on the 2nd fairway prior to the rise leading to the existing green, to enable the trenching of the wee burn. The hole will play as a Par 4. The construction of the wee burn is highlighted in green and blue.

Stage 2 – Par 68

A new temporary green is to be situated on 9th fairway prior to the dip, to enable the construction works to commence on Lake Johnson. The 18th will play as a par 5, the constructions zone is highlighted in colour.

Stage 3 – Par 64

New temporaries constructed on the 4th and 18th fairway, to enable the construction works on the existing 4th and 5th holes to be undertaken. The temporary on the 2nd to be reinstated and a par 3 to the existing 2nd green created. The 5th hole will play as a par 3, the shorten 6th hole will be played as a par 3. The 9th will play as a par 4 and on finishing the hole, players will walk across to the shorten 10th hole as indicated by the blue dotted line. The construction zone is highlighted in colour.

The Board wish to thank you for your patience and engagement as we watch the future of Cumberland Country Golf Club develop.

Martin Smith
Chairman of the Greens Committee
On behalf of the Board of Directors

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May ENews

NEWSLETTER

Thank You To all Our Sponsors for their support!

Development Approval

Developemnt Approval

Pennant News

Transition to MiClub Golf

Development Update – Construction of Temporary Greens

Development Update – Golf Course Enabling Works

Temporary Course Design in Three Stages

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