Macksville Country Club GOLF Newsletter WE Saturday 18/04/2026 and 25/04/2026
Another strong stretch of golf at Macksville Country Club has seen great participation across both weekend and midweek competitions, with a healthy mix of familiar names continuing their consistent form and a number of new faces making their mark on the winners’ list and in the ball rundown. It’s been particularly pleasing to see depth across the fields, with tight results and plenty of players featuring across multiple events. A big thank you goes to this week’s sponsors for their continued support, which helps make these competitions possible and contributes to the ongoing success of golf at the Club.
- Lost something? The lost-and-found box is overflowing! Please check it next time you’re at the Club and claim any items that might be yours.
This box is now a free box at the front entry.
Sponsorship Opportunities 2026/27
Macksville Country Club is proud to offer a range of sponsorship opportunities for local businesses and supporters looking to align with a strong, community-focused sporting club. Our sponsors play a vital role in supporting competitions, events, junior development, and the ongoing improvement of our facilities. In return, sponsors enjoy excellent exposure to our members and visitors through regular competitions, signage, newsletters, and club communications. Whether you’re a small local business or a larger organisation, we welcome the chance to work together and build lasting partnerships that benefit both the Club and the wider community. If you’re interested in becoming involved, please contact the Club or a committee member to discuss available options.
Some Points to keep in mind while playing.
- Carts – While it is great that we have Cart availability at the course (Club, stored and people living in proximity) means that the course is experiencing high traffic. Common sense is asked for, and, where possible, carts could remain 10m from the green. Example Carts be kept to the right side of the 3rd and 12th green. Where possible, keep to the second cut around greens. No one should be parking directly next to any green.
- Keep up with the group in front
- Be ready to play – limit practice swings and move efficiently
- Be aware of the groups around you – If you have a group that is waiting on every shot behind you for extended periods of time, it might be worth letting them through at an appropriate time on the course.
- Play ready golf – hit when safe and ready
- Be quiet and still when others are hitting
- Look after the course
- Repair pitch marks
- Replace or fill divots
- Rake our bunker
- On the green
- Don’t walk in putting lines
- Keep bags and carts off
- Stay safe
- Don’t hit into players ahead
- Call “FORE!” if needed
- If you fall behind
- Let faster groups through
🏌️ Golden Rule: Be ready, keep up, and respect the course and other players.
Scheduled Events
2026 Schedule is available with the link below. Also Available in the Drop-Down Menu Labelled “Golf”
Please note a change of date for the Macksville Open – 27/09/2026
April 2026
Sat 18 April – 4 Person Ambrose, Nambucca Valley Property
Mon 20 April – Cadets Start Back – Range Session
Sat 25 April – Stableford, Phil Bambury
Mon 27 April – Ambrose – Card Draw Hcp, Shotgun Start.
May 2026
Sat 2 May – Stroke Medal & Spoon, Desma Hughes & Carmel Freudenstein
Sat 9 May – Single Stableford, KC’s Fishing Charters – AGM – Shotgun Start
Sat 16 May – 4BBB Stroke (Individual in Conjunction), Jeff Gore
Sat 23 May – Single Stableford, BMW Flooring
Sat 30 May – Single Stableford, Steve Hosking and Michael Simpson
Lastest Results
Saturday 18th April 2026
Sponsor: Nambucca Valley Property
Event: 4 Person Ambrose
Winners
G. Branford
M. Manning
D. Brunsdon
A. Clarke
Runners-Up
B. Fortescue
C. Fortescue
T. Spicer-Worth
L. Hitchcock
Nearest to the Pin
Non Hcp – A. Booth
Div 1 – B. McPherson
Div 2 – B. Weller
Long Drive
Div 1 – M. Manning
Div 2 – P. Dargers
Ladies – L. Hitchcock
Non Hcp – B. Kreighman
Ball Winners
K. Pitt
D. Day
A. Howard
J. Simpson
N. Austin
M. Ziebel
T. Hodgson
L. Hore
G. Single
T. Ditton
B. Fortescue
J. Welsh
N. Smith
T. Martin
J. Fox
B. Howard
B. Mcpherson
R. MacDonald
D. Pike
G. O’Grady
Midweek Competition 259
Winner
Clint Lavender
Ball Winners
Jake Clarke
Adam Ross
Beau Lavender
Brad Fortescue
Graham Everett
Women’s Stableford – 14/4/26
Winner
Helen Ferrero
Runner-Up
Jess Lambert
NTPs
3rd – Jess Lambert
17th – Helen Ferrero
Saturday 2nd May 2026
Sponsor: Phil Bambury
Event: Single Stableford
Division 1
Winner – Max Graham
Runner-Up – Jim Wilkes
Division 2
Winner – Steve Ford
Runner-Up – Peter Lambert
Nearest to the Pin
Div 1 – Max Graham
Div 2 – Steve Ford
Ball Winners
Paul Darge
Glen Taylor
Rod Edwards
Steve Riddell
Gary Clarke
Noel Austin
Dan Luffman
John Day
Phil Bambury
Allan Clarke
Jess Lambert
Ross Donnelly
Midweek Competition 261
Winner
Jon Zirkler
Ball Winners
Brad 40
Jim Wilkes
Jess Lambert
Jeff Gore
John 40
Women’s Stableford – 4/4/26
Winner
Helen Ferrero
Runner-Up
Jess Lambert
NTPs
3rd – Jess Lambert
17th – Helen Ferrero
Chook Run – Ending 16/4/26
Winner
Bob Lindsay
Runner-Up
Peter Lambert
NTP WEEK Winner
1st – Geoff O’Grady
2nd – Roy Rudner
Ball Winners
R. Curtis
R. Runner
N. Austin
M. Trisley
S. Hosking
J. Gore
M. Graham
T. Adams
📣 Golf Committee AGM – Expressions of Interest
The Macksville Country Club Golf Committee AGM will be held on Saturday, 9th May at 9am with a 10am Shotgun start, and we encourage any members interested in the future of golf at our Club to consider joining the committee.
The committee plays an important role in ensuring competitions run smoothly, events are well organised, sponsors are supported, and the overall golf experience continues to improve for members and visitors alike. With some members recently stepping down from their positions, we are now seeking new people who are willing to lend a hand and contribute fresh ideas.
There are many ways to assist, and duties can be shared. Areas where help is currently needed include:
- Securing and liaising with weekly competition sponsors
- Preparing and managing the annual fixture list
- Seeking new sponsorship opportunities
- Competition administration and finishing fields
- Assisting with newsletters and member communication
- Running knockout competitions
- Helping organise and manage Open Days and major events
- Liaising with course staff regarding event preparation, mowing schedules, renovations and course presentation
- General support with promoting participation and growing golf numbers at the Club
You do not need to do everything—many hands make light work. If you are passionate about golf at Macksville Country Club and would like to help shape its future, please consider nominating when AGM details are announced. New faces, new ideas, and shared effort are always welcome. Give Matt a tap on the shoulder this week or send an email to flag your interest.
Course Feedback & Proposed Layout Update
Thank you to the members who recently provided feedback on the course. While responses were limited, the feedback was practical and highlighted several key areas for improvement, as well as a broader proposal for future course/land development.
Member Feedback Summary
🔹 Safety & Awareness
- Suggestions to install clear signage on holes where play overlaps or runs close together
- Focus on improving awareness between neighbouring tees to reduce risk
🔹 Course Care
- Recommendation to relocate sand buckets and refill stations on the 1st tee to a more visible position
- Add signage encouraging players to repair divots and maintain course quality
🔹 Access & Traffic
- Concerns raised about access between nearby residences and the course/club, including:
- Blocked access due to parked vehicles and trailers
- Poor conditions in wet weather
- Limited lighting
- Suggested improvements include:
- No parking signage to keep access clear
- A gravel path to improve safe entry and exit
🔹 Course Condition
- Positive feedback that the course is currently looking great
A Proposed Course Layout (Overview)
A revised 18-hole layout (Par 70) has been submitted for consideration.
Front Nine – Par 35
- Mix of existing holes and reconfigured tee positions
- Includes additional Par 3s and use of older tee areas
- Some minor works proposed (e.g. selective tree removal)
Back Nine – Par 35
- A combination of current holes and adjusted playing directions
- Reuse of existing infrastructure,
- Total: Par 70
Purpose of the Proposed Changes
The layout proposal is aimed at:
- Improving player safety by reducing crossing fairways and shared landing zones
- Enhancing the pace of play through better hole flow
- Maximising existing infrastructure to limit costs
- Improving presentation and first impressions for members and visitors
Summary
The feedback and proposal together highlight two clear opportunities:
Short-term improvements
- Signage for safety
- Improved access and traffic flow
- Encouraging better course care
Long-term consideration
- Potential course layout changes to improve safety, flow, and sustainability.
Continued growth in participation will begin asking questions about the viability of a 9-hole layout.
Further updates will be provided as feedback is reviewed and options are considered. Members will have the opportunity to provide input before any major changes are made.
