Up to 140 players undertook the '#Doing It For Jarrod' Ambrose Event on Sunday October 20 with players from all over the Goulburn Valley/North East attending this event in such great weather conditions. A 'Special' thanks to all the sponsors who contributed to the success of the event.
With players 'decked' out in yellow and playing off the Yellow Tees in memory of Jarrod
Further details of the event will be loaded when available.
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The ladies held their annual Breast Cancer Day - Stableford event on Thursday October 17. A fundraiser supporting Breast Cancer Research that has touched many in the community. It was a great turnout. The course dazzled, draped in pink, from best dressed players, to carts, tees and pins.
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Some say they are the 'Grey Nomads of Thurgoona' but.........
Apparently all enjoyed their golf and time together during the last week. I wonder what the golf scores were like?
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Another Tree Down & Cleanup by 'Grey Army'
The 'Grey Army' Monday morning working bee cleanup another tree down. This time between the 7th and 15th Fairways.
Monday mornings from 9am till 11am currently (Summer time 8am till 10am, when it's hotter)
The 'Grey Army' is always seeking volunteers to assist the Course Staff in maintaining the Course. Various tasks available, no experience necessarily needed, just a willingness to join likeminded golfers enjoy a couple of hours together..... and a 'free' drink afterwards!
Meet at the machinery shed at 9am, you will find us waiting to welcome you! Just bring a hat, gloves, the rest is supplied!
Oh yeah! Ladies also welcome!
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Green Restoration Works September 24
All Greens were included in restoration works undertaken by Course Staff and Club Volunteers on Tuesday September 17.
Up to 23 Member Volunteers were in attendance which was greatly appreciated by Course Staff and Course & Green Chair Steve Kjar.
Work underway on the 9th Green
Additional volunteers eagerly awaiting for another Green to be cored.
Although the day got off to a slow start, great progress was made thanks to the volunteers who attended....many thanks to all!
The 'corings' will be used primarily on the 3rd Fairway to assist improving the hole.
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New Reciprocal Rights Club
Benalla Golf Club welcomes the Numurkah Golf & Bowls Club joining us with Reciprocal Rights free from Green Fees for Members.
Members can view all Clubs with whom we enjoy Reciprocal Rights under the Golf/Memberships/Reciprocal Rights tab on this website.
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2024 Club Championships
2024 Club Champion is, Andrew Shearer.
Congratulations Andrew on your win, 7&6, in the Match Play Final against a worthy golfer in Daniel Symes on Sunday May 26.
What a great day to watch a golf final.
Captain watches with interest!
Got to line up your putts!
Results of Ladies Final
2024 Ladies Champion is Meredith Badrock following a tight match against Sue Oakley on the 34th hole.
Congratulations to both Champions Andrew and Meredith.
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2024 NEDGA Summer Pennant Finals
Congratulations to Benalla Juniors Team 1 and Team 2 for making the Grand Final.
Benalla 1 won the Pennant 3/2 over Benalla 2 in a tight finish. Well done to both Junior Teams, what a credit you are to Benalla Golf Club!
Unfortunately the only other Benalla Team to make a final was defeated 5/0 by Mansfield in the Handicap Section 3 competition.
Winning Team 1 Players from both Benalla 1 & Benalla 2 Juniors
L-R Rhylee Chapman (Capt), Cooper Richardson, Lincoln Campbell, Jacob Campbell. Aiden Button (absent).
Special Mention to Jacob Campbell (Benalla 1) to be awarded NEDGA Player of The Year for Juniors 2024.
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Another Champ Beats His Age.....
Eric Hoolihan had a day out on Wednesday April 10 in the Men's Stableford Event.
With 12 Pars in a complete round, Eric had a score of 78 for 43 Stableford Points, and off a Handicap of 13, not bad for an 81 year old.
Congratulations Eric on a great achievement to have a score less than your age!.....What a Champ!
And in this golfing outfit, everyone would have noticed.............Plus Fours next?
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Solar Tree
Thanks to Big Bear Electricals, a new solar light has been place under the large tree at the corner of the 9th & 18th Fairways providing a great view from the Clubhouse.
Another great example of the support the Club receives from sponsors.
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Australia Day Event a Great Success
Upwards of 90 players took part in the Australia Day 2 Person Ambrose event at the Club
The players assemble for a shotgun start
Ginge and Rod enjoy the hamburgers for lunch!
Steve Smith came appropriately attired
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Longest Day - Sunday Dec 17
Congratulations to the Longest Day team for a great 72 holes to raise funds for the fight against cancer
What a day it was for Ant Symes, Daniel Symes, Adam Levy & Mick Polwarth.
An update of the total funds raised will be provided when available.
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Special Round of Golf
What a Special Round of Golf at the Club on Wednesday September 2023 by Roger COWAN.
Can you play to your age ?
Roger can! ....and he actually had a score 'lower' than his age! 
Roger is a fit and active 84 years of age and on this day had 82 off the stick! ....for 42 Stableford points to WIN B Grade!
Well done Roger!....a real champ!
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Victorian Veteran Golfers Association State Championships Held At Benalla Golf Club
Monday & Tuesday September 18 & 19, 2023 were two big days at Benalla Golf Club with the Victorian Veteran Golfers Association conducting a round of the State Championships.
Nearly 100 Golfers from all around Victoria, representing all the Golfing Districts in the State gathered for the two day event.
In appreciation of the services provided to the Championships by the Club, an appreciation plaque was presented to reps of the Bistro, Bar and Golfing Departmenrts.
Photographs below show the reps with the plaque and a photograph of the VVGA Presentaion crowd within the Clubhouse.
Proudly holding the plaque are Captain Andrew Hodson, and Bistro Chef Leanne McCloud.
Club Manager Andrew Sheen with Golf Shop proprietor Wayne Hocking and Course Super Andrew Shearer with the plaque in recognition of a well organised event.
Victorian Veteran Golfers Association expressed congratulations to all sections of the Club including Wayne Hocking (Golf Shop) and
Course Super Andrew Shearer and his staff for the magnificant event organisation and presentation of the Course.
Well done to all involved - a great couple of days for the Benalla Golf Club.
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DRIVING RANGE NOW OPEN - GROUP SPECIAL PACKAGES
The Driving Range is fully operational and is available for Members and Non-Members alike to use.
Members please call into the Golf Shop for a Membership Free Token to 'try' the new facility.
As a Special Driving Range Group Package - Group Special 'Click here' Limited Time Only!
In the meantime..............
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Dale Crothers PGA Associate Profesional to Coach at Benalla
Attention Benalla Golf Club Members
(# subject to Dale's availability, on a fortnightly schedule......
Ring the Golf Shop on 5762 2404 for a booking !......don't be slow!)
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Penalty Area Rules - new Rules from 2019 Click to read the rules as they now apply!
What are the rules for being in a Penalty Area - maybe even a bunker!
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Ever wondered what the Rules are if you are in a sticky situation?
Have you found yourself in a situation where the Rules don't seem to readily apply? Maybe a kangaroo sitting on your ball, or a snake is curled around the ball.......here are the applicable Rules
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Security reminder
Members are reminded to secure your cars after parking and as you leave for your round of golf.
All valuables should not be left exposed within vehicles but taken with you or hidden from view in a secure place within the locked vehicle.
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