Only the most "dedicated" golfers braved the elements at The Frog" this Saturday 19th of October, the final round of the Par Championship.     Playing Par and freezing cold do not equal a fun round, but our favourite Captain Jason Laurie held his ground and won with +4.    John Boz was a worthy second with + 2 and Trevor Skeoch third with -1.
Well done Jason, it must have been your lovely playing partners that helped on the day !!! 

SATURDAY 9th NOVEMBER 1PM
at the Growling Frog Golf Course in the GFGC Restaurant - light refreshments provided

In accordance with the Growling Frog Golf Club Inc. Statement of Rules and Purposes, the members are hereby duly notified of the Annual General Meeting.

The Order of Business shall be:
1. Confirmation of the Minutes of the last preceding Annual General Meeting 2019
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2. Presentation and Consideration of the Annual reports.
(i) President’s Report
(ii) Treasurer’s Report
(iii) Presentation of the statement of accounts and balance sheet to be submitted by the club in accordance with section 30-3 of the Act.

3. Written Notices of Motion
To be received by the Secretary at least seven days before the advertised date of the meeting.

4. Election of Office Bearers
All nominations must be received 7 days before the AGM. Nomination forms available from the Secretary.   email- growlingfroggolfclub@gmail.com
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MENS VGL MEDAL OF MEDALIST   is JASON BAINES  who won by i stroke to runner up AARON NOLAN
Jason will represent the GFGC in the VGL Medal of Medalists in November at Mt Derrimut Golf Club.
Aaron will also compete on that day as he represents the GFGC as our Club Champion, and will compete in the 
VGL Champion of Champions.

LADIES MEDAL OF MEDALLIST is JUDY COOPER who won by 1 stroke to runner up PAM DAVEY
CLARE LEWIN will represent the GFGC as our Ladies Club Champion at the VGL Ladies Champion of Champions competition on Monday 25th of November, at Waterford Valley Golf Club.

Congratulations to Barry Fleming for taking out the 2019 Eclectic with a net score of 53.  This was an impressive result from Barry winning by 3 shots from his nearest opponents. Well Done!!

Other mentions go out to Glen Watson, Mark Russell, Michael Wilson & Tobias Bannan who all finished with a net score of 56 sharing the 2 place positions.

​Most Birdies or better came from Jason Baines & Mark Russell with 11 out of the 18 holes closely followed by Luke Audley, Damien Blythe and John Boz who managed 10 holes out of the 18.

Finally the best gross score and bragging rights goes to  Jason Baines who scored 60 gross which included 1 eagle on the third hole. 

Show your support for the Club by purchasing (and proudly wearing) a GFGC Club Shirt

Range of sizes available in stock - $45.

Speak to Pam or Clare, or any member of the Committee, or contact us using the website Form.

Following a disqualification on Saturday, and some apparent confusion concerning the new rules, the Committee would like to clarify the situation regarding stroke and distance penalty for a Lost Ball or a Ball Out of Bounds.

This is covered under Rule 18.2 (found on page 111-112 of the new Players Edition of the Rules of Golf, or click here to view the rule on the R&A website).

18.2 Ball Lost or Out of Bounds: Stroke-and-Distance Relief Must Be Taken
What to Do When Your Ball Is Lost or Out of Bounds
If your ball is lost or out of bounds, you must take stroke-and-distance relief by adding one penalty stroke and playing a ball from where the previous stroke was made (see Rule 14.6).

The (so called) 'Irish Drop' relief for a ball Lost or Out of Bounds is NOT INCLUDED in the new Rules of Golf, and the Growling Frog Golf Club HAS NOT adopted a Local Rule of this nature.

Players should play a Provisional Ball if they think their ball may be Lost or Out of Bounds.

Members are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the new Rules, and to consult the Rule Book if they are unsure when taking Relief under the rules.

If anyone has any questions, please add them into the Comments, or talk to a member of the Committee.

The Growling Frog Golf Club Inc Local Rules have been updated in line with the recent changes to the Rules of Golf.

Click here to view the new Local Rules, including a printable version

Please note that the new rules will not be featured on the scorecard until the current stock is exhausted and new cards are printed. Players are advised to carry a printed copy of the new Local Rules.

​Key Changes:

• Drought Cracks – Cracks in the ground in the general area cut to fairway height or the first cut of rough are ground under repair. The player may take relief under Rule 16.1b. Interference does not exist if the crack only interferes with the player's stance.

The old Drought Crack rule specified that the ball was 'embedded in' the crack. This rule now includes interference "when the ball touches or lies in or on the condition, or the area of intended swing" - but does not include interference from a crack affecting the player's stance.

• Stones in Bunkers, Distance Measuring Devices and Accidental Movement of a Ball on the Green

These have been removed from the Local Rules since they are now covered by the Rules of Golf.
Stones in Bunkers - Rule 12.2a Removing Loose Impediments and Movable Obstructions in Bunker
Distance Measuring Devices - Rule 4.3 Use of equipment
Accidental Movement of a Ball on the Green - Rule 13.1d When Your Ball or Ball-Marker Moves on Putting Green

The Longest Day of Golf is an endurance challenge that tests skill, strength and stamina. The challenge is to successfully complete four rounds of golf between dawn and dusk on a single day in December and raise funds for skin cancer research.

Check out Ken Smyth's story from Golf Victoria Magazine

To participate in the 2018 Longest Day of Golf, a minimum of two players need access to four tee times across the day to complete the 72-holes. Stableford is the competition format to help ensure all four rounds can be completed during daylight hours.

Beginning at dawn, players can compete in pairs and aim to complete each round in less than three hours to complete the challenge. While Monday 17 December is the nominated date for this year’s Longest Day of Golf, it’s fine for the challenge to be played on a more convenient day anytime in the two weeks leading up to Christmas.

For further information see www.longestday.org.au

The Committee has agreed a new prize structure for Saturday and Public Holiday Club Competitions from Saturday 2 June 2018.

Please see the Conditions & Prizes page for details. The Prize Structure will also be summarised at the bottom of the Results sheet.