FROM THE PRESIDENT
On Monday, at the AGM, Peter Cederman announced that the six nominees for the six positions on the Management Committee were confirmed as elected unopposed.
The newly elected Management Committee, on behalf of all the club members, extends it sincere appreciation to Pete Cederman. Pete has been the President for the past 3 years, during which time he has been pivotal in guiding the club through the recovery from the Covid slowdown. Pete is standing down from the role of President, but remains a vital cog in the club machinery, continuing to serve on the Management Committee, as well as also dedicating significant time each week to mowing the course and assisting the greenkeepers.
Yesterday the committee met for its first official meeting. The first item of business at the meeting was to determine how the strengths and experience of each committee member could be best utilized in allocating the various portfolios.
It became clear during the discussions that the Management Committee would benefit from an additional member to support the Golf Convener role. Although not initially elected to the Management Committee, Jon Gammon had previously indicated interest in contributing to this area. He has extensive experience and knowledge in this field and on being asked, agreed to be co-opted to the committee. Consequently, the Management Committee now has seven members.
The specific roles accepted by the members are:
-Club President, and Committee Chairperson:Ron Noordijk
-Finance Convener: Chris McGowan
-House Convener: Rex Edwards
-Property Convener: Peter Cederman / Paul Hay
-Golf Convener: Paul Hay / Jon Gammon
-Development Convener: Bruce Miller
Both the Property Convener and Golf Convener roles are complex and large enough to benefit from shared attention. Pete Cederman and Paul Hay, both experienced in property matters, will jointly handle the Property Convener role, and Paul Hay and Jon Gammon will jointly serve as Golf Convener.
The Management Committee recognises the obvious gender imbalance in its membership. Regretfully no female members stood for election, although we have many capable female members. The committee will proactively engage with women members and encourage female nominations in future elections.
The next step for the Conveners is to organise the various committees that make our club function so effectively. The people who have put their name down for the House Committee, the Golf Operations Committee, or the Men's and Ladies' Playing Committees will all be contacted by their convener soon. There is still room for more members to join these committees, so if you can give some time to the club and have an interest in either the Golf or the House Committees, please make yourself know to the convener.
I look forward to my time as Club President and Committee Chairperson. I serve as part of a very capable and well-balanced Management Committee; collectively we undertake to focus on enhancing the golfing experience for all members and to continue to foster a welcoming and enjoyable environment for everyone at our club.
I am always happy to listen to and discuss any suggestions or concerns about the club that you may have. It is a bit unfortunate that I will be away on a pre-planned trip for the next three weeks. That timing is not ideal, but I cannot now change that without serious consequences at home. I return in the first week of December, please find me then if you have something you would like to discuss. In the meanwhile, if it is more pressing, feel free to contact me on email or by phone.
Ron Noordijk
President
president@motuekagolf.co.nz
0274 358839
THANK YOU JOHN AND KATHY ASKIN
On behalf of all our club members, I want to express our appreciation to John and Kathy for their remarkably generous donation of a golf cart to the club.
The additional cart will not only increase the number of carts available for our members but also provides a significant income stream for the club through its use by green fee players.
On behalf of the entire club, we thank you, John and Kathy, for your generosity and commitment to improving our club for everyone.
FUNDING GRANTS
I'm sure most of you will have noticed the new Greens Mower whizzing sideways across the Greens. If you haven't noticed it you will certainly know about it as the greens start to speed up!
In line with our strategic Plan we have recently purchased this machine at a cost $63k (Including GST). We applied to the New Zealand Community Trust (NZCT) for financial assistance to purchase this roller and were thrilled when they approved a grant of $30k. (Excluding GST)
We have two Pokie organisations in our town. NZCT in Hotel Motueka and Pub Charity in the PostOffice Hotel. Over the last ten years or so our club has been successful in obtaining well over $300kin grants, most of which have come from these two organisations. To be eligible for a Grant the Pokie Organisation must be present in your area so we are fortunate to have two. The Grants process has become increasingly complex over recent years with more and more information required. We think this is a natural outcome of the increasing demand on their funds. We are therefore incredibly grateful for the support and confidence both organisations continue to have in our club.
Of course, it goes without saying, that our club would not be in the strong financial position we are in, nor have the modern fleet of machinery we have, without their wonderful ongoing support.
NEWS FROM THE HOUSE
Welcome back David from your well earnt holiday, we all missed you.
We have recently increased the hours of our hospitality and golf operations staff to cope with the busier summer period. However, despite their ability to multi-task, there will be times when they may not be able to attend to your needs immediately. We ask you all to be a little patient when these situations arise.
Melissa is having the coming weekend off, followed by Linda taking a week's break before the busy season really ramps up.
On Wednesday we also welcomed Ollie to the hospitality team; he will help out on Twilight evenings. Emily has up to 70 players most Wednesdays and it is just too much for two people to manage. You may see him on the odd Saturday also if one of our required staff is unavailable.
With Christmas just around the corner we have a new range of men's and ladies tops available in the clubhouse. Also new caps in a wide variety of styles and colours.
Just a reminder that you can purchase these with your house account if you have been lucky enough to win the jackpots, lucky draws or just topped your card up!
NEW AND RETURNED MEMBERS
Since the issue of our last newsletter in August, the following have joined our Club as new or returning members. A very warm welcome to all.
Rikki Ahearn, Craig Allott, Elizabeth Barton, Riley Bennett, Clinton Bloomfield, Andrew Bridge, Janice Bridge, Howard Brown, Jeanette Brown, Dominic Campbell, John Collins, Nick Collins, Louie Dalton, Miles Drewery, Stephanie Drewery, Michael Dwyer, Cathy Elliott, Doug Elliott, Martha Ferne, David Francis, Jayden Gallagher, Dane Gerrard, Brian Green, Nick Griffen, Teremoana Hamblin, Arlo Hamilton-Inwood, Glenn Hart, Luca Hinton, Oliver Hinton, Liz Horlacher, Alius Howes, Cameron Johnston, Kaleb Jones, Anja Keller, Thomas Keller, Ali Kelly, Nixon King, Konstantin Lang, Martin Langelaan, Aaron Lawrence, Jacob, Limmer, Shane Limmer, Gus Lowry, Isaiah Marr, Elijah Marshall, Ryan McLean, Rosalie McLeod, Richard Minot, Lee Mytton, Cooper Parish, Hadley Parish, Kayden Parish, John Parker, Liam Petrie, Maxim Riley, Derek Roberts, Charlie Scott, Kase Shuttleworth, Conner Simkin, Riley Simkin, Dante Stanger, David Steel, Boston Sturgeon, Mark Szaniszlo, Paul Tasker, Zane Thomas, Jack Thompson, Cohan Turnbull, Mitchell Turner, Pete Waters, Matt Watene, Jayden Williams, Joe Wineera, Chase Woodman.
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