The period of April experienced more favourable weather than last year which has been a rarity this financial year. As a consequence trading activity improved around the Club and most Club departments outperformed expectations. Golf activity was a significant improver, more pleasing was the fact it was lead by golf members purchasing guest passes and showcasing their course. As transition moves forward and many of the major issues are resolved continued member support via membership referral and purchasing guest passes will be strongly encouraged to guarantee Sandhurst's success.

I am delighted to report that the Developer has confirmed commitment to rectify the constant flooding of the sales road which has regularly restricted access to the North Course. Depending on the works required and timeframes for completion a temporary solution may need to be employed for this winter to ensure minimal inconvenience. Also the Developer confirms the current works to the land between the 14 and 15 holes on the North Course are site clean-up works which have long been requested by the Golf Advisory Committee.

Annual subscriptions are due to be forwarded to members during June and I use this opportunity to remind all members to utilise the final balance of their house account credits. The Golf Shop, Health Club and Hospitality team are ready to assist you in providing maximum value or enjoyment from your final house account credit purchases. Members planning holidays during the subscription billing period and are eager to settled their account prior to departure to ensure entitlement to rebates and other benefits for prompt payment are encouraged to contact the Club's Reception so suitable arrangements can be made.

Keeping the Estate in a presentable state continues to be a hot topic as a result of its impact on the appeal of Sandhurst. All stakeholders have a crucial role to play in particular the Developer and Manager. However, this should not understate the residents role in contributing to this appeal by ensuring the maintenance of their property, adhering to rules for commercial vehicles and car parking; and having consideration for their neighbours. If residents are taking greater responsibility less emphasis is placed on compliance and this resource can be more effectively utilised elsewhere.

There has also been some confusion over the role of Security at Sandhurst. I wish to clarify that Club Security provides alarm monitoring of homes and constant patrolling of the Estate. It responds to alarms and other incidents, and then determines whether to elevate the incident to a more senior authority (Police, Emergency Services etc.). Finally they document the incidents for management to assist in future planning. It is not Club Security's role to engage in conflict or apprehend offenders this is clearly a role for the police.

Significant work is continuing with transition, the four working groups are now meeting regularly and consist of over 25 members. These groups are assisting the Nominee Directors to work through the transition issues with the goal of forming a recommendation. It is my expectation that members will hear in greater detail from the communications working group shortly.

Julian Murray General Manager

Sandhurst Colts win Section 4 Pennant

In a closely contested final with 2 matches going beyond the 18th - The Sandhurst Colts team were successful in defeating Spring Valley 3 matches to 2.

Click here to view the winning Division 4 Colts Pennant Team. From L to R: Richard Chambers, Jackie Chen, Ian Merrett, James Wendell, Tyler de Yong, Matias Sanchez, Brett Colletta, Ken Matthews, Tim Wendell (Coach-missing)

Tyler de Yong also received a trophy as undefeated player of the season.

Congratulations to the team and all involved. Our Colts were undefeated throughout the season and will be promoted to division 3 next year.

Ladies Metropolitan Pennant - Division 4 Won by Sandhurst Club

Congratulations to the Sandhurst Ladies Pennant team who take out another Pennant Flag winning Division 4. The team were able to defeat Croydon 4 matches to 3.

Click here to view the winning Division 4 Ladies Pennant Team.

From L to R: Allison Sutton, Glenda Williams, Ashlee Broughill, Yoyo Han, Phoebe Johnson, Marj Levy, Lou Cochrane, Jan Foot, Lisa Holmquest

Fantastic effort Ladies, good golfing to the team, they have all played well throughout the season and will receive promotion to Section 3 next season.

Winter has arrived and the days are colder and the nights are longer. If you want to Get or Stay in shape you are going to need some encouragement.

During the Month of June you can purchase a

PERSONAL TRAINING INTRODUCTORY 3 PACK

(3 half hour sessions)

and receive 5 Free Group Classes

This offer is sure to give you a kick start into better health and keep you motivated. For further information please contact the Health Club on 8787 7066.

Join the Garden Club

Enjoy the fun & experience of garden walks, talks, excursions, special guest speakers, lunch and dinners & gardening tips.

Contact: Ian Browne on 0408 382 190 or email gardenclub@sandhurst.com

Sandhurst Club Golf Shop End of financial Year Sale - Starts Thursday 26th May

Massive end of year stock clearance, This is a fantastic opportunity to spend your house account credit before it expires on 30th June 2011.

Ex Demo Stock priced to clear up to 60% OFF! - Titleist, Mizuno, Nike, Wilson and Cobra.

Up to 50% off selected apparel from brands including Nike, Adidas and Glenmuir.

If you can not get down prior to 30th June, Sandhurst Golf Shop can post items (at customers expense) so don't forget to use your remaining clubhouse levy!

Custom Fitting at Sandhurst Club

If you are looking to purchase golf clubs, now is the time with the hot Australian dollar. In some cases, golf hardware wholesale prices have come down to 40%, Ping G15 Irons were $189 per Iron, then $139 NOW ONLY $109 per Iron. See a Sandhurst PGA Professional For A FREE Club Fitting Session by phoning us on 8787 7022.

The Sandhurst Club Golf Shop has also taken delivery of a bulk buy of Titleist Vokey Wedges at a discounted price, these wedges are brand new and selling for $139. This also includes a free wedge fitting. So now is the time to check those wedge grooves to see if they need replacing. All lofts and lie angles available, whilst stocks last!

Each clinic will consist of skills & games designed to be fun while improving & building upon basic fundamentals.

For: 6-14 age groups & all skill levels.

Time: 9 - 10am, meet at practice range.

When: Every Saturday.

Cost: $15 per clinic.

For Bookings and further information please call the Golf Shop on 8787 7022 or email to coaching@sandhurst.com
Payment to be made upon booking or on the day of the clinic.

Come along & support your Neighbourhood Watch program.

It's not a big commitment to help keep our neighbourhood safe.

For further information please contact: Ian Dawson Area Coordinator on 9782 0102.

What a great way to meet your neighbours and their four legged friends, not to mention the socialisation benefits for the pooches.

1st & 3rd Sunday of each month at 8:30am. (NEW TIME)

Meet at the Clubhouse (East Wing)

For further information please call or email Caroline on 0409 178 677 or cjfulford@bigpond.com

Sandhurst Estate is a dogs on lead area.

(SAG) has been formed by Sandhurst residents with a view to promote the visual arts here at Sandhurst.

Meetings to take place monthly. A major role for SAG will be to organise an exhibition at the clubhouse, on an annual basis, to display our work to the wider community.

Register your interest with Patrick Gavaghan,  art@sandhurst.net.au   or 0401 555 656.

You will be made most welcome.

Are you interested in playing a game combining half luck & half skill?

 Come along also on the following dates in 2011 & test your knowledge of words.

9th and 23rd June

Registration 7.20pm. Play starts 7.30pm

Contact: ana.greeno@gmail.com  

Meet in the former Sales Office (near tennis courts) Contacts :

Jo-Anne Taylor 0404 590 863 henben68@yahoo.com.au

Monica Wulff 0432 427 014

Visit the Golf Shop, Health Club or Hospitality at the Club before the 30th June 2011 to avoid forfeiture of your 2010-11 Clubhouse Levy credits.

If you live interstate arrangements can be made to purchase items over the phone from the Golf Shop and Hospitality departments. Please contact the Golf Shop on 8787 7022 or Hospitality Manager James Matthews on 8787 7011and Press 1. Additional costs will be incurred for postage.

Please note, other types of credits such as Top Up, Member Referral, Ball Prize credits will not be forfeited.

A credit is represented by a "minus" sign in front of dollar sign. EG -$20.00 is equaled to $20.00 credit.

Property Maintenance

Education Notices Issued

Stage 1 = 1, Stage 3 = 2, Stage 4 = 2

Notice to Comply

Stage 1 = 1

Breach Notice

Stage 1 = 1

Restrictions on Parking

Education Notices Issued

Stage 3 = 1

Rubbish Disposal Unit Not Screened

Education Notices Issued

Stage 1 = 9, Stage 4 = 7

Notice to Comply

Stage 1 = 1

Rubbish Disposal Containers

One of the greatest attractions to joining the Sandhurst community is the appeal of its shared values. Care for the reflection Sandhurst portrays to the rest of society is one of these shared values. Maintaining the presentation of common areas throughout the Estate and of Residents properties is critical to achieving this positive perception. Attainment of this perception provides substantial benefits from intrinsic to financial value (property prices). However, this cannot be achieved individually and requires all Residents to ensure they're maintaining their properties to the highest of standards.

The Sandhurst Club Ltd Residential Code Restrictions on Occupation of a Lot Rule 6.5 refers to the screening of all rubbish disposal containers from public view at all times.

Click on this link to view the Eduction Flyer

Over the past month the Club has hosted lots of great and exciting events. These included the Frankston Chamber Of Commerce Network Night which showcased all that Sandhurst has to offer for the community of Frankston. It is a great opportunity for businesses great and small to sample the culture and also wide variety of events and conferences that are accessable for them. It was deemed a great success for the night not only for the guests but also the staff of the Club. Another successful event was the ever popular Mothers Day 3 Course Luncheon, always a magnificent event for the families to celebrate their Mothers, the day featured a sumptuous roast carvery buffet with a flower and a glass of sparkling for all the Mums who attended. Great food, Great service, Great music and Great company. What more could you ask for!!!

GOLF MEMBERS PRESENTATION DINNER

The 28th of May sees the annual Golf Members Presentation which is sure to be a fantastic night.

TALTARNI GOLF & WINE DINNER

On the 1st of June the Club is hosting the next wine dinner, this time focuses on the beautiful wines from the Pyrenees region of Victoria. With Taltarni winery owner John Goelet hosting the night it is sure to be a great night to be had, the event includes a 3 course meal to match all the wines tasted over the course of the night. Bookings close on the 27th of May. Please make your reservations with Reception on 8787 7011.

FRIDAY NIGHT JACKPOT

The Friday night draw has finally gone off for a whopping $2400.00!!!!! The lucky recipient was Christine Lee who was fortunate enough to be here on Friday the 10th of May to collect the grand prize, and from all accounts she was over the moon!! Congratulations Christine and enjoy the winnings, and its your shout down at the bar for everyone next time your in.

PUBLIC HOLIDAY TRADING HOURS

With the Queen's birthday holiday on the 13th of June, the Clubhouse and Bar will run with limited hours. The kitchen will be open from 11am until 6pm and bar from 9am until 7pm.

PENFOLD'S WINE

We are delighted to announce the arrival of the new Penfolds Super Premium wines to Sandhurst Club. We have been allocated a small amount of the iconic wines, that are a joy to drink now and even more amazing to keep for the future. For those interested we will shortly be announcing how these wines will be offered for sale, but we will have a few incentives, including a lucky winner who will take home a stunning Vintec 30SG Wine Cabinet (Valued at $700), perfect to store your collection of new Grange, RWT or any other of the Penfolds Bin Range.

So keep your eyes open on the Penfolds display cabinet and website!

A bit about the wines

Penfolds Grange 2006 (6 bottles) is without doubt one of Australia's and the world's most famous wines. From humble beginnings in the 1950's, Grange has maintained its place as Australia's most prestigious red wine over four decades and lead the charge of Australian wines onto the world market. Grange is an Australian icon and represents a tradition in winemaking that is totally uncompromising. Penfolds Grange is the benchmark against which all other Australian red wines are judged. To share a mature Grange, 15 to 20 years old in fine condition is one of the great wine experiences.

Penfolds Bin 707 2008 (6 bottles) continues to reinforce its reputation as the international benchmark for Australian Cabernet Sauvignon. Made from a multi-district blend, it transcends the vagaries of vintage, achieving a consistent style and outstanding quality each year.

Penfolds RWT Shiraz 2008 (6 bottles) The development of Penfolds Red Winemaking Trial (RWT) reflects extraordinary progress in viticulture and winemaking. The two disciplines are increasingly intertwined, as growers and winemakers work together in search of optimum balance, ripeness and flavour.

Penfolds St Henri 2007 (12 bottles).While Grange is now seen as the quintessential Australian wine, John Davoren's work with St. Henri is of equal importance. Indeed both these wines set new standards for their day with St. Henri establishing an elegant, perfumed style based on fruit definition and maturation in old oak.

Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz 2008 has earned a reputation among wine consumers and collectors as an Australian classic. With all its ripe fruit, richness and generosity, the wine has been much loved over several generations of wine drinkers.

Penfolds Bin 407 Cabernet Sauvignon is a multi-district blend largely from the south east of South Australia - The wine was first released in 1993 with the superb 1990 vintage. The wine was developed by John Duval, PENFOLDS former Chief Winemaker, in response to the increasing availability of high quality Cabernet Sauvignon fruit.

BUILD YOUR OWN BREAKFAST AT SANDHURST CLUB

There is nothing like sitting down relaxing with the weekend paper, a hot coffee and a cooked breakfast, but how about taking the next step and being able to create "Your own Breakfast" combination? Just order what You want to be cocked and not having to explain what you don't want! Pop down to Sandhurst Club and enjoy our brand new breakfast menu, served from 8AM to 11AM.

Build the Breakfast as small or as large you wish, from just $6 to $16.50 for the "Traditional Breakfast" and only $7.50 for kids - with Pancakes, Maple syrup and ice cream, or we can make it easy for you and just order from the menu!

Why not go for a weekend walk with the family and reward yourself with your own delicious breakfast? Go on, give us a try and let us know! Enjoy!

We look forward to seeing you down at the Club soon

SANDHURST RESIDENTS LADIES DINNER

Wanting a good excuse to have a night out with your neighbours? Grab a friend or book as a single and you will be sure to meet lots of new people and have a great night.

When: Thursday 23rd June 2011 at 6:30pm for 7pm seating.

Cost: $40 per person. Price includes 2 Course Dinner and bubbles on arrival. If bookings reach over 50 people, entertainment will be provided and maybe even some prizes on the night.

RSVP: No later than 5pm on 17th June 2011. Bookings Essential through Reception and payment must be received upon booking.

Stalls welcome (subject to approval) for Sandhurst resident businesses.

For further information regarding seating requests, stalls etc. please contact Karen on 0417 378 939 or email info@mdkpromotionalproducts.com.au

Part time Accounts Assistant

The PGA of Australia are currently looking for a Part Time Accounts Assistant (flexible for 3 days per week for approx 20 hrs however that would like to be done) located at the Sandhurst Club. Please contact Ellen Wisdom, HR Coordinator for more information. Email: ewisdom@pga.org.au.

To assist in directing your telephone queries more efficiently we have updated our phone prompts when calling 8787 7011.

Press 1 Restaurant Function and Events Enquiries

Press 2 Land Sales

Press 3 Golf Shop

Press 4 Health Club

Press 5 ClubLINKS, ClubLINKS Security, Architectural Review Committee and Sandarra

Press 6 ClubCOM, residential telephone, internet and Foxtel

Press 7 Administration and other enqueries

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