Wasteland & the 9th Hole
Work on the sandy waste is progressing. In time the sand will compact and become firm. I think it is an area that will aesthetically compliment the course once completed. Some of the undulations throughout the area will help catch some stray shots while hopefully giving you some better opportunities to recover.
Bunker Etiquette
As you are aware, rakes have been removed from the course. This came into being as a directive from Golf Australia since the Covid pandemic.
Repairing Pitch Marks & Divots
It is essential that all players are diligent in their repair of pitch marks on greens. A pitch mark that is repaired correctly and as soon as it happens will recover in 24 hours. A badly repaired or unrepaired one will take several weeks to heal. Unrepaired pitch marks also foster disease and infections in the green and can also create an ideal bed for weed seed.
Course Renovations
As you will be aware the course renovations are scheduled for 7th – 9th February. The plan for this renovation is to be a little less disruptive by a solid tine on the fairways. The tees will be scarified, cored and rubbed as usual to help level out and promote the healthy growth in the newly mowed tee surrounds.
Spraying on the Golf Course
Most of time that you would ever see our spray unit on the course is for applications of fertilisers or soil conditioners to help maintain the health and appearance of the golf course and really poses no harm to players at all. A balanced nutrition program is the first step in reducing the need to apply any pesticides.
MRGC Course Renovations
Following the course renovations, we have spread 12 tone of custom blend fertiliser over the fairways, tees, surrounds and rough. A little rain and some warmer overnight temperature will see all these areas pickup and the turf surfaces at Maroochy River return to normal.
Getting to Know Our Greenkeepers
Name: Jaiden Boyd Years with the Club (MRGC + HPGC): 2.5 Years Position: Apprentice Greenkeeper (3rd Year) Live at: Mooloolaba Previous employment: George Davidson Landscaping Sporting Team: Any Queensland team Interests: Four Wheel Driving, Surfing, Basketball, Swimming with Gators Favourite Meal: Pork Spare Ribs Name: Cameron Carlile AKA Biscuits Years…
Course Renovation Explained
Firstly, I would like to thank all staff, volunteers, and members for the cooperation and understanding of our recent course renovation. Now I am fully aware of the inconvenience that this can cause, so I wanted to take this opportunity to explain and give you all an insight into what…
Cart Concerns Clarified
Heavy cart traffic can leave the course in less than ideal playing condition: wheel ruts, compaction and general wear-and-tear all affect your lie. Following the course’s cart policy will help prevent damage. • Obey the cart-path-only policy where stated – Make sure you carry a sand bucket to fill divot…