Tees the season: Golfers share festive wishes

Helensburgh Sunday Social Golf Club 

By Robert ‘Indy’ Jones

Sunday, November 2 – a day on the fairways and victory to Tony G from Indy, decided on a count-back on 41 points. Nathan completed the podium with 37. Out there among the ever-improving greens and out-of-play bunkers were Tony G., Rob Carter, Rob Aspromonte, Mark Buckley, Chris Pike, Bruce G., and Ben G. picking up on-course prizes. The chips were a tasty take-home for Bruce.

Our last engagement for 2025 is on December 7 – 9am Tee-Off, followed by our end-of-year celebrations. 

Contact Tony on 0418 863 100 for all your membership information and remember to register your attendance and cart requirements on the Tuesday ahead of the date of our next event.

Indy signing off: Tees the season to receive gift-wrapped birdies, jingle balls and a ho-ho-ho in one. Best wishes for a safe and happy festive season. See you in 2026. 

Tradies Social Golf

By Barry Thompson

Downtown in shock 162-163 defeat! In contrast to the uptown crew of last year, the downtown crew accepted their defeat with grace. Polite clapping and cries of “Well done, you chaps!” replaced the enraged screams of “We were robbed!” and insults directed at the Struggletowners after our 2024 win. 

I had trouble convincing my PC of the veracity of my information when I entered Rod Vaughn and Geoff Hammonds as 1st and 2nd placings in the individual event. I know it’s been a long time, but it is true – well done, old-timers. 

Our official November tournament was a stroke event and the third round of the club championships. Mick Carroll (29) placed first with a 59 nett, Paul Morahan (19) recorded a 61, and Iain Birrs (20) was third with a 63 card. 

Everyone enjoyed the Moss Vale-Highlands tour and Paul Morahan cut a dashing figure in the club’s Gold Jacket. Congratulations, Paul. If you take it OS on a ski trip, please ensure it is heavily insured. 

Advice to our President: Kryptonite is Superman’s nemesis, sand is yours. Please plan to stay out of the kitty-litter or practice to extricate yourself with under five strokes. 

Our next round (December 6 at Boomerang, Tee-Off 7am) is our Loud Shirt charity day for NINA. Please arrive early to aid our starters. 

Thank you to Tradies, Helensburgh Butchery, Gallardo’s Pizzeria, and Helensburgh Driving Range for their support throughout the year. Thank you too to our committee for another great season. 

A Merry Christmas and a Happy 2026 to all.