The Waimakariri Gorge Golf Course is organising an event exclusively for left-handed golfers on February 15th. The course is situated at the foothills of the Southern Alps, only a 45-minute drive from Christchurch International Airport. The course features 18 holes, suitable for both novice and seasoned players. Along with the well-manicured fairways and greens, the Waimakariri Gorge Golf Course provides some of the most stunning views in Canterbury. You can enjoy the mesmerising sights of the gorge, river, and snow-capped mountains while playing an exciting game of golf. The parking area is spacious, and there is a NZMCA registered Park Over Property that allows camper vehicles and caravans to stay.
The Waimakariri Gorge Golf Course is organising an event exclusively for left-handed golfers on February 15th. The course is situated at the foothills of the Southern Alps, only a 45-minute drive from Christchurch International Airport. The course features 18 holes, suitable for both novice and seasoned players. Along with the well-manicured fairways and greens, the Waimakariri Gorge Golf Course provides some of the most stunning views in Canterbury. You can enjoy the mesmerising sights of the gorge, river, and snow-capped mountains while playing an exciting game of golf. The parking area is spacious, and there is a NZMCA registered Park Over Property that allows camper vehicles and caravans to stay.
A fantastic gathering of 30 players enjoyed a day of golf, playing through cooling light rain at times, but otherwise experiencing fine and sunny weather.
Using the Dot Golf scoring system: -
Carl Franklin led the way with a gross score of 78, earning a major prize and the Donaldson Trophy. Both Simon Murphy and David Crosbie followed closely with scores of 82 and 83, respectively.
In the Stableford category, the winners were as follows:
- David Petre scored 37 points to take home a major prize.
- Thais Theis (34 points)
- John Hayes (34 points)
- John McKenzie (33 points)
- Gerard Bouwman (33 points)
- Pattrick McKenzie (32 points)
- David Crosbie (32 points)
- George Brown (32 points)
- David McBeth (32 points)
- Adam Hayward (31 points)
In the 2s competition, Paddy Helmore made a 2 on No. 8, John Hayes scored an eagle on No. 11 (Par 4) and David Petre on No. 15
Those who lost golf balls were rewarded with a new one.
Those who scored nearest the pins each received two balls Viz, Jonty Swain, David Petre, Patrick McKenzie and Carl Franklin
A few players rejoiced in a minor financial return from the “scatchies”
All the players applauded Rodger Welsh for his efforts in organising the event, which featured an impressive $1,200 in prizes. Special thanks were also given to New World Rangiora, Weldon Investments Ltd, Clubroom Golf for their contributions, NALGNZ for their support, and the Waimak Golf Club for offering discounted green fees.
Using the Dot Golf scoring system: -
Carl Franklin led the way with a gross score of 78, earning a major prize and the Donaldson Trophy. Both Simon Murphy and David Crosbie followed closely with scores of 82 and 83, respectively.
In the Stableford category, the winners were as follows:
- David Petre scored 37 points to take home a major prize.
- Thais Theis (34 points)
- John Hayes (34 points)
- John McKenzie (33 points)
- Gerard Bouwman (33 points)
- Pattrick McKenzie (32 points)
- David Crosbie (32 points)
- George Brown (32 points)
- David McBeth (32 points)
- Adam Hayward (31 points)
In the 2s competition, Paddy Helmore made a 2 on No. 8, John Hayes scored an eagle on No. 11 (Par 4) and David Petre on No. 15
Those who lost golf balls were rewarded with a new one.
Those who scored nearest the pins each received two balls Viz, Jonty Swain, David Petre, Patrick McKenzie and Carl Franklin
A few players rejoiced in a minor financial return from the “scatchies”
All the players applauded Rodger Welsh for his efforts in organising the event, which featured an impressive $1,200 in prizes. Special thanks were also given to New World Rangiora, Weldon Investments Ltd, Clubroom Golf for their contributions, NALGNZ for their support, and the Waimak Golf Club for offering discounted green fees.