With the cooler mornings starting to settle in, the course continues to present beautifully and scoring has remained competitive across both weekend and midweek fields at Macksville Country Club. This week’s competitions produced a great mix of steady performers, new faces making the results, and plenty of tight contests across the grades. Congratulations to all winners and ball recipients, with a special mention to Dane Luffman for a brilliant eagle on the 14th hole during Saturday’s Stableford event. A big thank you also goes to KC’s Fishing Charters for sponsoring the weekend competition and to everyone who continues to support golf at the Club each week.

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), this indicates the course is experiencing high traffic. Common sense is asked for, and, where possible, carts could remain 10m from the green. Example Carts to 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.

Voting for MCC Office Board

The club has received 8 nominations for its seven board positions.

Ballot papers are issued via the Bar.

You will need to present your Member’s card to receive your ballot. Only 1 per member.

There are no proxy votes or absentee voting permitted.

Results will be declared during the AGM at the clubhouse 4:30pm Tuesday 19^th May 2026.

Biographies for nominations are situated on the golf noticeboard.

Scheduled Events

2026 Schedule is available with the link below. Also Available in the Drop-Down Menu Labelled “Golf”

2026 Golf Event Calander

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 9th May 2026

Sponsor: KC’s Fishing Charters
Competition: Single Stableford

Major Results

Division 1 Winner
L. Laverty

Division 2 Winner
C. Townsend

Special Mention

Congratulations to Dane Luffman on scoring an Eagle on the 14th Hole. Well done!

Ball Winners

E. Graham
P. Donges
B. Spear
D. Luffman
G. Everett
R. Edwards
B. Fortescue
S. Hoskins
R. Rudner
D. Pyke
J. Day

Midweek Competition 262

Winner

Ron MacDonald

Ball Winners

Brad 40
Steve Riddell
Steve Thomas
Mal Lam
Paul Donges

Chook Run – Ending 16/4/26

Winner

Bob Lindsay

Runner-Up

Peter Lambert

Weekly Pin Winners

Week 1 – Geoff O’Grady
Week 2 – Roy Rudner

Ball Winners

R. Curtis
R. Runner
N. Austin x2
M. Trisley
S. Hosking
J. Gore
M. Graham
T. Adams

📣 Golf Committee AGM – Expressions of Interest

Thank you to everyone who attended the AGM on Saturday. The Committee appreciates your attendance and your interest. First meeting of the year is Wednesday 13th May at 5pm. Those Still interested in coming along please do.

Items on Agenda
8th Green Renovation.
Nomination of Office Bearers.
Events and Fundraising.
Official Review of Course Feedback.
Alternate Day and Times for Meetings.

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.