Congratulations to Diana Wilson (Ladies) and Malcolm Smith (Men) as 2017 HIO Club Champions

A photo of Margaret (C Grade), Jane (B Grade) and Sandy (A Grade) with the Gertrude McLeod Towels they received on Presentation Night.
Sandy and Margaret went on to win a heap of prizes on the night also.

HOLE IN ONE CLUB SOCIAL WEEKEND AT BRIBIE Is.

29^TH & 30^TH OCTOBER, 2016

Under blue skies and a gentle wind and the threat of showers not in sight, 22 members and their guests played the resort course of Pacific Harbour tee-ing off from 11.52am. The game of 2Ball Ambrose (with two teams having to play a 3 person 2Ball Ambrose) is not as easy as one would think.  However, we survived and came into the Clubhouse still smiling.  The winners were – George Emerson, Diana Wilson and Malcolm Smith with a 65 2/3 result.

After a few drinks with lots of camaraderie and serious conversation we dispersed to meet at 7pm at the Woorim Surf Club for a meal.  New member Col McKay brought his wife Colleen and Vice President, Kev Keller’s wife Kerrie got on famously NOT speaking about golf.  There was lots of conversation, laughing and reminiscing about the day’s golf – it was great to see (speaking as the organiser)

Sunday’s game was at Bribie Island Golf Club; we had 28 players thanks to Col McKay bringing along two Bribie Is. Members – Kayleen Allard and Mick Croser to fill in the spaces. A big thank you to Kayleen & Mick for giving up their Sunday.   The 4BBB Stableford proved a test of resilience after the day/night before, with the winners being Sonja and Mick Pryor with 49 points.   Olivia Bell was presented with her trophy as the 2016 Lady Champion. The trophies were presented by our new President, Maureen Farlow who carried out her duties admirably.

I hope everyone enjoyed the weekend; I certainly did.  A BIG thank you to those  Members who participated, maybe next year at Kooralbyn,  we will have a bigger roll-up. I am hoping to have the Programme for 2017 out before Christmas so you can put the dates into your diary/iphone immediately. It is easy to remember – last Sunday February/April/June/August and the Social Weekend – last weekend in October.

Wishing you and yours a very Happy Christmas and New Year.

Pacific Harbour - 29 Oct 2016

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Bribie Island - 30 Oct 2016

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North Queensland has just finished a very successful HIO season.
Below are photos of our Two Perpetual Trophy winners, Bruce Dunn and Dei Matthews, as well as a group photo of most of the players from closing day. 

NOTICE of MEETING

The Twenty-First Annual General Meeting of the Hole In One Club of Queensland Inc. will be held at the North Lakes Golf Club on Sunday 28th August, 2016 at 9:30am prior to play. Your attendance is requested.
It is important for ALL Members to be there to support YOUR Club.

MEETING WILL BE CHAIRED BY OUR PATRON, CHARLIE EARP IN THE ABSENCE OF PRESIDENT, ROSS McCLOUD.

AGENDA:

1. APOLOGIES

2. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

3. BUSINESS ARISING OUT OF THOSE MINUTES

4. SPECIAL BUSINESS ARISING OUT OF THE QUESTIONNAIRE FORWARDED TO MEMBERS EARLIER IN THE YEAR.

5. PRESENTATION and ADOPTION OF THE 2015/2016 ANNUAL REPORT and FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

6. PRESIDENT’S REPORT – Submitted by Ross McCloud

7. ELECTION OF OFFICE BEARERS for 2016/2017

8. GOLF PROGRAMME FOR 2017

9. GENERAL BUSINESS

10. CLOSING

Joann Hunt – Secretary

NB This meeting is very important for the continuation of the Hole in One Club of Qld. Your involvement and suggestions would be appreciated.

IMPORTANT: NEED A NEW TREASURER !!!!

MINUTES OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
HELD AT NUDGEE GOLF CLUB ON 23rd AUGUST, 2015 at 9.30am

PRESENT: R. McCloud (Chair), K. Keller, M. Davidson, S. Vardy, D. Russel, S. Deen, A. Hertweck, T. Richardson, A. Naismith, M. Emerson, G. Emerson, G. Ward, S. Menadue, D. Wilson, R. Harlow, M. Jokic, K. Keller, Sonja Pryor, Ken Dixon, John Godwin and J. Hunt (Secretary)

APOLOGIES: R. Cashman, H. Duffy, M. Farlow, T. Owens, A. Aburn, M. Livingston, J. Green, G. Lewis, P. Bleasby, M. Earp, C. Earp, R. Rooney, F. Nobel, M. Smith, D. Gorrie.

NOTICE OF MEETING: The Notice of Meeting was taken as read on the motion of S. Vardy, seconded by M. Davidson.

BUSINESS ARISING OUT OF THE MINUTES:

Financial Situation: The Acting Treasurer advised that the Club had made a small loss of $106.00 which would not affect the financial situation of the Club.

PRESIDENT’S REPORT: The President presented his Report to the meeting. He referred to dwindling numbers at golf days and the Gala Golf Day on 15th November, 2015 and encouraged all Members to attend with registration for the day through the Secretary. It was noted that Charlie Earp had been doing a lot of work behind the scenes to make this day a success.

It was moved by K. Keller, seconded by M. Davidson that the President’s Report be received.

ELECTION OF OFFICE BEARERS:

PRESIDENT: R. McCloud was nominated by M. Davidson, seconded by S. Vardy. There being no further nominations Mr. McCloud was duly elected.

VICE PRESIDENT: K. Keller was nominated by R. McCloud, seconded by J. Hunt. It was voiced by S. Vardy that we have more than one Vice President to train up to the position of President. There being no further nominations, Mr. Keller was duly elected.

SECRETARY: J. Hunt was nominated by M. Davidson, seconded by K. Dixon. There being no further nominations, Ms Hunt was duly elected.

TREASURER: It was noted that Ross McCloud had fulfilled this position in a temporary situation for two years now and due to increasing work pressure a fresh nomination was required. As no-one was forthcoming, Mr. McCloud agreed to fill the position for another year only. He was therefore nominated by K. Keller, seconded by M. Davidson.

ADDITIONAL COMMITTEE MEMBERS:

The Secretary advised that Malcolm Smith had agreed to remain as a member of the Committee. He was nominated for the position by M. Davidson, seconded by D. Wilson.

Marie Davidson was nominated to the Committee by K. Keller, seconded by R. Harlow.

John Godwin was nominated to the Committee by K. Keller, seconded by G. Emerson.

Sharyn Menadue was nominated by R. Harlow, seconded by M. Emerson

PATRON: The Secretary advised that Mr. Charlie Earp was willing to remain Patron of the Club. He was therefore nominated by R. McCloud, seconded by R. Harlow to the position of Patron of the Hole In One Club of Qld.

AUDITOR: It was advised that Rebecca Dixon was willing to audit the books for another year. She was therefore nominated by S. Vardy, seconded by K. Keller to the position

GOLF PROGRAMME: The Secretary said she had only one venue, Ipswich for the 2016 Programme and asked those present to tell her what they wanted for the coming year. The general consensus was that there be four (4) games and a weekend at Bribie Island. This was moved on the motion of K. Keller, seconded by G. Ward. Some clubs suggested, Carbrook, Windaroo, Redland Bay, Boonah, Woodford, Oxley. It was also suggested that the Club play at more expensive Clubs, which would be at the expense of the Member over and above the $20.00 which is the present playing cost. It was suggested by K. Dixon that the selection of Clubs to be played, be on three tiered levels to give a variety of playing experience. This was considered a great idea.

GENERAL BUSINESS:

Members – HIO Club: S. Vardy told the meeting that he had contacted Clubs regarding new hole in one recipients, however, the Clubs did not seem interested in bringing awareness to the Hole In One Club and without the support of the individual Clubs it was very difficult.

Gailes – Home Club: D. Wilson asked the meeting why the HIO Club did not utilise the Gailes Club this year as it was our ‘Home Club’ Mr. Vardy advised that this was stated by a previous President, John Tiplady but had never been verified at a Committee meeting.

Ladies Prizes: D. Wilson also asked the meeting if ‘runner up’ prizes could be given to the ladies of the Club. Mr. McCloud said it would be looked at for the coming year.

There being no further business the meeting closed at 10.25am. The President thanked all for their attendance and their interaction in the meeting.

PRESIDENT

SECRETARY

Congratulations to Olivia Bell and Tony Richardson on being Club Champions for 2016 for Ladies and Mens respectively.

Congratulations also to Frances Nobel and Ken McLean (runners up) as well as every one who competed.