South East Weekender May 22,23,24

[Hatchman]

After many discussions after games that we should do a South East Weekender we now have our first one planned.

It can be either a 2 day trip or a 3 day trip depending on if you can get the Friday off work.

Dates are for May Friday 22nd, Saturday the 23rd and Sunday 24th.

We are looking to stay in or near to Millicent.
Everyone to arrange their own accommodation.
Get in early and check with TC as he has something arranged with limited spare rooms.

The Courses and Format
Day 1_Friday May 22nd

Drive to and play Lucindale. Aim for hit off say around 12-12:30. Can finalise this time closer to date.
Drive to accommodation in/near Millicent
Day 2_Saturday May 23rd

Play Millicent. If some are making it a 2 day trip we will play in the afternoon otherwise we might go for a morning time. Can also finalise this closer to date.
Day 3_Sunday May 24th

Drive to and play Robe most likely mid to late morning.
Head home after game
The List of who's going & how many Days:
1. 3 days_Hatch - locked in
2. 3 days_Thecollective - Dark pencil
3. 3 days_Wazamac - Dark pencil
4. 3 days_Hardpan - Dark pencil

5. 2 days_Nadg - light pencil?

Out
DMG Golf
BYU -out

[Hatchman]

As this is purposed for a Golf weekend away a little more planning is required so I'll get the ball rolling.

Much discussion has been had about doing a SAOzgolf weekend away down the South East.
Lets get the ball rolling in locking down weekend in either May or June.
With more courses than days available on weekend there's a number of ways of doing this depending on how everyone feels.

Here's a couple ideas to think about if you think we could either handle 3 rounds or only 2.
I don't think travel and playing 2 course on the same day works unless your in carts for 1 or both rounds.

3 Day Trip_Fri-Sat-Sun. 3 rounds or Golf
Day 1. Travel from Adelaide to XX on Friday afternoon to accommodation near Course 1.
Day 2. Play Course 1 on a Saturday morning then drive to another and play Course 2 in the afternoon. Preferably Course 2 has Saturday nights accommodation near by or is still close enough to first nights stay.
Day 3. Travel to Course 3 Sunday morning, play round then travel home.

3 Day Trip_Fri-Sat-Sun. 3 rounds of Golf
Day 1. Travel from Adelaide to XX Friday morning and Play Course 1. Travel to the nights accommodation after game.
Day 2. Play Course 2 either morning or afternoon depending on where accommodation is either night 1 or 2
Day 3. Play Course 3 then travel home.

3 Day Trip_Fri-Sat-Sun. 2 rounds or Golf
Day 1. Travel from Adelaide to XX on Friday afternoon to accommodation.
Day 2. Play Course 1 Saturday morning/afternoon depending on where we stay then go to Saturday nights accommodation.
Day 3. Play Course 2 on Sunday then drive home.

2 Day Trip_ Sat-Sun. 2 rounds of Golf
Day 1. Travel from Adelaide to Course 1, play round then on to accommodation.
Day 2. Play Course 2 then travel home.

From someone who's done quite a few self drive Golf Trips over the years its normally best to travel to one in the middle or furtherest from home leaving the shortest drive for the one closest to home on the last day.

[wazamac]

Happy with 3 days as long as I get to spoon TC one night. :wink:

[Hatchman]

Here's the list of possible courses down the South East or on the way down there.

Lake Albert (Meningie) https://www.lakealbertgolfclub.com.au/
(https://www.lakealbertgolfclub.com.au/)
Kingston South East https://www.kingstongolfclub.com.au/
(https://www.kingstongolfclub.com.au/)
Robe - no website only a facebook page

Lucindale https://lucindalecountryclub.com.au/
(https://lucindalecountryclub.com.au/)
Beachport - no website only a facebook page

Millicent https://millicentgolfclub.com.au/
(https://millicentgolfclub.com.au/)
Keith - no website only a facebook page

Naracoorte https://www.naracoortegolf.com.au/
(https://www.naracoortegolf.com.au/)
Penola http://www.penolagolfclub.com.au/
(http://www.penolagolfclub.com.au/)
Mount Gambier https://www.mtgambiergc.com.au/
(https://www.mtgambiergc.com.au/)
Blue Lake https://bluelakepublicgolflinks.com.au/
(https://bluelakepublicgolflinks.com.au/)
Bordertown - no website only a facebook page

[thecollective]

Robe - Millicent - Lucindale - Bordertown

Lucindale looks to have cheap accom near the course (for those that are on a budget)

The Lucindale Hotel offers basic accommodation. Ph 08 8766 2223
Hammersmith Apartments (http://www.hammersmithcornerapartments.com/about-us.php) are central in the town Ph: 08 8766 2118 Mob: 0438 874 988
Park Drive Cottage in the town. B&B available Mob:0407 390 855
‘Holmwood’ is hosted B&B accommodation at Avenue Range 19km west of Lucindale. Mob: 0418 853 635
Andinda Cottages & Cabins (http://www.andindacottagesandcabins.com.au/)Mob: 0429 861 551
Lucindale Country Club Camping Ground offers powered and un-powered sites, hot showers and toilets. Ph 08 87667028
For me Gambie is a little too far, plus I would be too tempted to shoot through to Fairy

If we are pressed for time leave out Bordertown and save it for a future Nhill / pinball / Keith trip

[DMG]

I'm also happy with a 3 day trip, minus the spoon with TC (sorry mate, not my type). I am partial to a good beard though. ;)

Not sure about 2 rounds in the one day, but happy to give it a crack. Just knowing how I felt after 18 at Blackwood I dare say my game would revert to shank city on the 2nd round... hmm, thinking about that, it really won't be much different to round 1 anyway!

RE courses I'm happy to be a sheep and follow the crowd. Being such a beginner I'm just keen to play as many different types as possible.

[Hatchman]

For 3 day trip my preferred would be Lucindale, Millicent, Robe

Friday: Travel from Adelaide to Lucindale (3hrs 44m - 343km)
Play Lucindale then travel on to Millicent to stay (54min - 82km)

Saturday: Play Millicent then either stay in Millicent the second night or travel to Robe (51min -78km) and stay there Saturday night

Sunday: Play Robe then travel home (3hrs 35min - 336km)

Seeing TC's post above basing ourselves at Lucindale for the 2 nights might be a good option rather than staying in Millicent.
Lucindale to Robe is only (50min - 79km)

[thecollective]

National Lampoons Golfing Vacation.

If the accommodation has cooking facilities I�m happy to bring the fancy knives and get some local produce


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[nadg63]

Two days of golf would be my knee limit I reckon! On a Friday I finish work at 2pm so could head up mid-afternoon and meet you guys up there if you travel for a game on the Friday.

[thecollective]

I reckon we play Lucindale Friday arvo

Stay overnight in Millicent - plenty of good/cheap accommodation options

Millicent GC - local comp Sat morning, Sat arvo either a 9 hole bash (back 9 is better from memory) or get hammered^ in the clubhouse with the locals (^beer, not ram ranch)

overnight again in Millicent

Robe GC

Potentially then a quickie* (*golf, no homo sexytime) round either Keith or Bordertown if time and daylight permits

[Hatchman]

I reckon we play Lucindale Friday arvo

Stay overnight in Millicent - plenty of good/cheap accommodation options

Millicent GC - local comp Sat morning, Sat arvo either a 9 hole bash (back 9 is better from memory) or get hammered^ in the clubhouse with the locals (^beer, not ram ranch)

overnight again in Millicent

Robe GC

Potentially then a quickie* (*golf, no homo sexytime) round either Keith or Bordertown if time and daylight permits

Might be too much travelling around to fit Keith and Bordertown in I think.
Save that for another 3 day another day.
Keith on Friday on way up then on to Nhill. Stay there 2 nights for the Pinball :):) and play Nhill Saturday. Bordertown on way home

[wazamac]

Once you guys decide, let me know.

I have never played any of the tracks mentioned

[thecollective]

I think we have a plan

Friday afternoon: Lucindale
Sat Morning Comp: Millicent
Sun Morning: Robe

Home

[thecollective]

Going to put this out there, let me know your thoughts...

Proposed Dates:

Friday 22nd May
Saturday 23rd May
Sunday 24th May

Accommodation: I have something lined up but will be first in first served

[Hatchman]

Going to put this out there, let me know your thoughts...

Proposed Dates:

Friday 22nd May
Saturday 23rd May
Sunday 24th May

Accommodation: I have something lined up but will be first in first served

Those dates are fine by me.
In order to go at all I have to drag the anti fun Police along aka The Minister of War and Finance and little Miss Minister. Sorry for the spoiler.

[thecollective]

Those dates are fine by me.
In order to go at all I have to drag the anti fun Police along aka The Minister of War and Finance and little Miss Minister. Sorry for the spoiler.

I will therefore let you arrange your own accommodation then...

Ok, who else is in? I have a car with a spare seat or two and a house with a couple of spare bedrooms for rent/share

[Hard_Pan]

I'm keen but will have to see what work's like around that time.

[thecollective]

I'm keen but will have to see what work's like around that time.

all good, we can put you in pencil, Millicent has plenty of accommodation options so you should have no problem securing a place to stay closer to the date

[Hatchman]

all good, we can put you in pencil, Millicent has plenty of accommodation options so you should have no problem securing a place to stay closer to the date

There might not be as many close to date as we think. The Minister has already been looking at accommodation in May / June. Having said that there may be plenty but not many to her majesties standard. I just need a bed to sleep in I don't give a crap about everything else it has or doesn't have that we never use any way :roll:.

So everyone can plan and book any accommodation in plenty of time we shall now lock it in for May 22,23,24.
I will edit the title and the first post to reflect this. Sh!t just got real.

[BobsYourUncle]

It'll take an heroic effort for me to get a leave pass for this, but I'll give it a go. If you don't hear from me in the next few days, it was nice knowing you all.

[thecollective]

There might not be as many close to date as we think. The Minister has already been looking at accommodation in May / June. Having said that there may be plenty but not many to her majesties standard. I just need a bed to sleep in I don't give a crap about everything else it has or doesn't have that we never use any way :roll:.

So everyone can plan and book any accommodation in plenty of time we shall now lock it in for May 22,23,24.
I will edit the title and the first post to reflect this. Sh!t just got real.

I have just reserved a 3 bedroom / 5 bed place so have 1 x private and 1 x share room available (for those that like to spoon), will work out cheap and is the best house on airbnb in the area

[Hatchman]

It'll take an heroic effort for me to get a leave pass for this, but I'll give it a go. If you don't hear from me in the next few days, it was nice knowing you all.

You might be like me and be forced to take the family.

[wazamac]

Written my name on the board at work. All set.
Didn't realise Lucindale was a country club. Oohlala.:D

[thecollective]

Written my name on the board at work. All set.
Didn't realise Lucindale was a country club. Oohlala.:D

big difference between a country club and a ram ranch

[Hatchman]

Written my name on the board at work. All set.
Didn't realise Lucindale was a country club. Oohlala.:D

I think Higher...cough cough...combe uses the word Country Club to describe themselves. Just sayin.



I've played Lucindale years ago. Shouldn't really mention the other place in the same breath.

[Hard_Pan]

Lucindale..

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[BobsYourUncle]

So the 22nd is my 10th wedding anniversary... but I have an amazing wife, so I'm a light pencil.

[Hard_Pan]

Millicent

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[thecollective]

So the 22nd is my 10th wedding anniversary... but I have an amazing wife, so I'm a light pencil.

Treat her to a trip away to lovely Millicent, where she can sit at the local bakery and talk about the weather with the locals.....for 4 hours :D

[DMG]

Light pencil for me please lads. I should be able to confirm this weekend. If I'm in I'll take a room/bed TC.

My "boss" is away a few weekends before this, so the leave pass should still be fresh in the mind. :)

[marcel]

Busy that weekend. Disappointed, very keen to see Robe

[thecollective]

if we changed it to 29/30/31 May how much would that impact everyone?

[marcel]

I've committed to Pennants so no good, sorry

[thecollective]

ok lets keep it at 22/3/4

[PerryGroves]

Stayed in Robe (really nice town) last week and drove past Kingston GC on the way to RAdelaide, looked a nice track from the road. Some prime looking golf course land down that way.

Whilst its done for this year, this looks like a good idea for a few days down that way. http://www.southernportsgolf.com/

[thecollective]

Annnnd my accommodation is gone.

Due to Covid 19 we are closing the air bnb sorry for any inconvenience caused

boooooo!

[Ferrins]

Sleep rough.

[thecollective]

Sleep rough.

Don't know if campfires are permitted in Mount Burr Forest

[Hatchman]

That sux TC.
They've called it early.

[Hard_Pan]

Motels surely should still be operating.

I have a swag. 8-)

[thecollective]

Ozgolf winter champs, camping edition

Blair Witch project in that forest


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[thecollective]

if today can provide any sense of hope, this trip may well still have legs

[nadg63]

if today can provide any sense of hope, this trip may well still have legs

How come!?

[thecollective]

How come!?

zero new reported cases yesterday (in SA)

[nadg63]

zero new reported cases yesterday (in SA)

I see, can only hope!

On a different note I heard on the SBS News last night that flights wise all international are likely to be non-operational for the rest of the year - so guessing my August UK trip is not happening! :(

[Benje]

TC

it is Easter, so the number of tests performed is very low.
A good result, but don't read more into it.
Lets see what is reported by Thursday.

Benje

[thecollective]

Provided they keep the border closed I cannot see cases being greater than 50 by mid May

The key will be border protection and keeping all the dirty Victorians out :mrgreen:

[wazamac]

I'm already in (being a Vic)

[wazamac]

I see, can only hope!

On a different note I heard on the SBS News last night that flights wise all international are likely to be non-operational for the rest of the year - so guessing my August UK trip is not happening! :(

Go to Singapore or Malaysia sites and they are starting flights soon going into May. Only about 6 legs to major cities as a starter. Sydney one of them.
Tourism Minister doesn't want flights, yet he wants people to book holidays to try and keep tourism afloat.
People are not going to pay out money unless assured. F@*cking Idiot.

[nadg63]

Go to Singapore or Malaysia sites and they are starting flights soon going into May. Only about 6 legs to major cities as a starter. Sydney one of them.
Tourism Minister doesn't want flights, yet he wants people to book holidays to try and keep tourism afloat.
People are not going to pay out money unless assured. F@*cking Idiot.

Already booked/paid to go with Emirates in August ................

[wazamac]

Yeah. I am supposed to be on a balcony right now overlooking Kamala Beach.

[thecollective]

Yeah. I am supposed to be on a balcony right now overlooking Kamala Beach.

I’m sure your John Thomas is somewhat disappointed


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[wazamac]

Not as much as my Thai girl is.

[nadg63]

A month to go, with the current trends re C19 the trip might happen yet!

[wazamac]

If can get accomodation

[thecollective]

I found a house in the forest, has a second bedroom with two singles in it....

Im not sure if we would be breaking COVID law though with 3 ppl sharing a house...

[thecollective]

One of the key attractions of this trip is seeing the new holes at Robe. This is their current position and if it does not change by Mid May for me its not worth the trip

https://www.facebook.com/robegolfclub/photos/a.677093798993985/2783045825065428/?type=3&theater

[nadg63]

One of the key attractions of this trip is seeing the new holes at Robe. This is their current position and if it does not change by Mid May for me its not worth the trip

https://www.facebook.com/robegolfclub/photos/a.677093798993985/2783045825065428/?type=3&theater

Maybe we should just make the call now and postpone it until everything has settled down?

[thecollective]

Maybe we should just make the call now and postpone it until everything has settled down?

Was going to wait until around first week of May as the situation is rapidly improving by the day in SA

[DMG]

I'll be out sorry lads. No matter what happens I'll need to be extra careful until there is a vaccine or this settles way down. The trend does look really good, but will all depend on how it goes after restrictions are lifted.

[Hard_Pan]

Maybe we should just make the call now and postpone it until everything has settled down?I just rang Robe and confirmed that visitors at this stage are not welcome and that the whole town in fact is closed.

That said, they are reviewing the situation in four weeks time and they will let me know and/or post on facebook if the situation does change at all.

[wazamac]

Highly doubt it will eventuate so quick.

[Benje]

TC

in SA a gathering exceeds 10 people. Different to what you see on the National media re NSW and Vic

Just make sure you have social distancing - no spooning in a shared bed!

[wazamac]

TC

in SA a gathering exceeds 10 people. Different to what you see on the National media re NSW and Vic

Just make sure you have social distancing - no spooning in a shared bed!

Makes absolutely no difference if the courses are only open to members.

[thecollective]

Yes, I understand, although the position could change from early May. It's in the clubs best interests financially to accept visitors

Also Hatch cannot get a refund on his accommodation so he will be going regardless

[Hard_Pan]

Just received word from my manager that everyone has to take mandatory leave, so work is no longer a factor for me in this.

Cheap accommodation available in Mt Gambier - cheaper than Millicent and assured of a having more facilities open (i.e. Maccas), for meals etc.

Mt Gambier GC is open to non-members and they will allow us to play in their comp if we want.

If there's no change with Robe, we can do Lucindale, Mt Gambier and Millicent before heading home.

[wazamac]

Is the position the same for the other courses?
Not going to book anything until firm.

[thecollective]

Millicent looks to be accepting visitors. Going to make some phone calls but not until May 1

[wazamac]

If going to Gambier, I may take a few more days to visit rellies in Portland and Cobden (if borders are open.)

[benno_r]

Just received word from my manager that everyone has to take mandatory leave, so work is no longer a factor for me in this.

Cheap accommodation available in Mt Gambier - cheaper than Millicent and assured of a having more facilities open (i.e. Maccas), for meals etc.

Mt Gambier GC is open to non-members and they will allow us to play in their comp if we want.

If there's no change with Robe, we can do Lucindale, Mt Gambier and Millicent before heading home.

But Mt Gambier doesn't have the best Subway in Australia in it - like Millicent does...

If you guys do end up playing Millicent, can someone get in touch with me before you play? I need a bit of a "favour".

[thecollective]

I might stay in the forest still, its only about 30 mins drive to Gambie

[Hatchman]

As TC said I can't get a refund on our accom so we will be going for a holiday regardless.
If Robe is closed for Visitors a roll down the hill from Millicent to Beachport for a round could be on the cards as a replacement.
I like to cross 1 course off my never played before list. Robe, Beachport and Bordertown are the only ones down that way I've never played.

[nadg63]

Will keep an eye on the thread and see how it all goes.

[thecollective]

Mount Gambier has always impressed me so will be my choice for Saturday if Robe doesn't come to the party.

I would be happy to also play just the 6 new holes @ Robe Sat arvo after a gambie round

[Hard_Pan]

Millicent is open to visitors. Just need to let them know when we’re looking to hit off on the Saturday. Else, can play whenever.

[BobsYourUncle]

I'm out for this, my only chance was getting my parents to help look after the kids, and with no interstate travel... shame.

[Hard_Pan]

Given I have been directed to take time off, I'm in for this.

All 3 days baby! :)

[thecollective]

Im thinking we go:

Lucindale Fri arvo
Millicent Sat Morning
Beachport Sat arvo (only 9 holes)
If no Robe then Mt Gambier Sunday morning
Home

[Hard_Pan]

I reckon the way things are going Robe will open up.

I'll have a chat with them in a week or so.

[thecollective]

I reckon the way things are going Robe will open up.

I'll have a chat with them in a week or so.

That was my plan too, by Mid May we should start to see a relaxation of restrictions.....provided SA keeps those pesky interstaters out (hence continue to keep the border closed).

[Hard_Pan]

Yes, plus Golf Australia has changed their tune too and I can speak to Robe GC from an administrative point of view, given my position at NHGC.

[wazamac]

Yes, plus Golf Australia has changed their tune too and I can speak to Robe GC from an administrative point of view, given my position at RNHGC.

Fixed for you

[thecollective]

Next week I will make a call on this, but so far all signs pointing to 'In'

[wazamac]

Just read that Marshall will be opening regional travel and limits on funerals this Monday as a start to easing restrictions

[thecollective]

announcements Friday, will have my airbnb at the ready for booking

[thecollective]

Ok, have booked my accommodation. I have a spare room with two beds in it. If you want it price will be a measly $50 per night. Hence if there are two of you sharing that's $25!

[wazamac]

What course are we actually doing? Doesn't bother me as haven't played any of them.
Turn out Harvey Norman now want me to start ripping down Mrs. Harvey's failed venture of Domayne on that Friday but also might try and wrangle the Friday morning to deliver stuff to the Naracoorte Hotel.
Leave it up to the peasants to play with Domayne.

[thecollective]

What course are we actually doing? Doesn't bother me as haven't played any of them.
Turn out Harvey Norman now want me to start ripping down Mrs. Harvey's failed venture of Domayne on that Friday but also might try and wrangle the Friday morning to deliver stuff to the Naracoorte Hotel.
Leave it up to the peasants to play with Domayne.

Subject to (a mutual decision from) my namesake:

Friday arvo: Lucindale
Sat morning: Millicent
Sat arvo: Beachport OR vice versa if ppl coming down Saturday
Sunday: Robe OR Mount Gambier

I might be playing Bordertown Monday morning as I have a pending job in town

[Hard_Pan]

I think Robe will be open given the relaxation of intra-state travel and golf playing. Only restriction might be the numbers so they might insist on 2 or 3 balls.

Never played Robe so my preference is there.

Happy with the Milicent/Beachport double.

I too am trying to line up some work but in Mt Gambier for the Thurs and possibly Fri and Sat evenings so I'll probably book some accom there. If that falls through I know where to look next. :)

[thecollective]

HP: im in the forest @ Mount Burr, so not too far away.

I wonder if the steakhouse will be back open in time? Might blow the budget for some though.

[thecollective]

Never played Robe so my preference is there.

Happy with the Milicent/Beachport double.

new holes @ Robe look impressive + it's really the main reason why I wanted to do this trip, worst case we can play Gambie Sunday; its a bit of a hike back home though

Beachport looks like a fun 9 hole short course so we could have a comp round @ Millicent and perhaps a hit n giggle afterwards

To be honest im easy and open to anything. If I see Millicent and Robe I will be a happy golfer

[wazamac]

Are you staying in Millicent Hatchy?

[thecollective]

Just spoke with Robe GC, Meeting to take place Wednesday. Likely to be an all clear for our trip

[thecollective]

wrangle the Friday morning to deliver stuff to the Naracoorte Hotel.

Funny you should say that, I have a pending iPad install at the same venue

[wazamac]

Funny you should say that, I have a pending iPad install at the same venue

All new Thirsty Moose stuff for the drive thru. People having trouble finding their way around the back.
If your Jackpot people need any sneeze guards between machines etc... Give me a tinkle. :D

[thecollective]

All new Thirsty Moose stuff for the drive thru. People having trouble finding their way around the back.
If your Jackpot people need any sneeze guards between machines etc... Give me a tinkle. :D

lol I just manage the e-comm mate, none of that OH&S stuff

[Hatchman]

We are in Beachport.

[wazamac]

Haven't looked there

[Hard_Pan]

Robe GC just got back to me. They've decided to re-open the Golf Course to all and Sundry and will allow four balls. I've got us in as a foursome in at about 9:00am on the Sunday. Their comps don't start until 12:30 that day.

Accommodation booked. :)

[wazamac]

Tried booking last night but some problem with my paypal not going through.
Will try again tonight.



EDIT: Booked

[thecollective]

Millicent will be great Sat morning. A 1 minute drive for me [emoji2936]

[Hard_Pan]

Much appreciated TC but I have a job pending Fri night in volcano town so booking in the mount makes most sense to me. Cheers, HP

[thecollective]

All good


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[wazamac]

At least 4 of us now.

Time do decide eats or will we have had enough of each other after the game/s.

[thecollective]

I had a rep offer to install the iPad for me at Naras, so I’m now good for Friday and Sat evenings.

Hatchy has his family so may prefer to eat privately.

HP was heading to Gambie on work duties so not sure on everyone’s availability


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[nadg63]

Apologies guys, it has only just dawned on me that this is next weekend - won't be able to make it. Treat this as a test run, and do another next year!?

[Hatchman]

Not really sure how eating will work as there still won’t be any sit down an eat indoors allowed. Outside at venue is ok if they have sit down facilities but there will be strict rules around it also. Having the family in tow might make this more complicated also.
It’s annoying as going away getting together around meals after the games is a big part of a trip. Just have to be happy we can actually get the games in the current climate I suppose.

[thecollective]

We have dribbled (well, mainly me) on about this trip for 5 years; it had to happen


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[thecollective]

re: Millicent, I have left a msg on the answering machine and also submitted an enquiry through the website

I will try Lucindale shortly although I assume it will be a 'turn up and play' scenario on a Friday

[Hard_Pan]

You will get a call back from Millicent. I recall them saying weeks ago, we were welcome to join their comp on the Saturday.

[thecollective]

re: Lucindale

Edit: just spoke with David the captain

Green fee is $25 honesty box (bring cash), course opens to the public on Monday so all good to go now

[thecollective]

re: Millicent

Spoke to a very lovely 'Marg' who gave me the inns and outs of everything

- There is no time sheet, turn up and hit off when it is clear
- The course is VERY busy at the moment, Marg's suggestion is tee off no later than 9am
- Green Fee is $30, this INCLUDES the comp, hence we might as well go in it. The comp is given free to visitors so no cheaper without (Sorry Waz)
- The clubhouse will not be open until after 9 but there will be a comp registration form that you can fill out and enter your GL details etc.
- Green fees can be paid after the first 9 or when you finish

I must admit im already enjoying the laid back country vibe!

[thecollective]

Will ring Beachport Monday; or do we want to Cowboy that one and play it by ear?

[thecollective]

Apologies guys, it has only just dawned on me that this is next weekend - won't be able to make it. Treat this as a test run, and do another next year!?

There are plans for a Bordertown / Nhill / Pinball Night / Keith run

To be discussed next weekend

[Hard_Pan]

Just confirmed we're good to go 9:00am Sunday 24 May at Robe. That will be an hour and a half before their comp starts. The pro-shop will be open and we can pay for the round there. Also confirmed six new holes opened November and are in play.

[thecollective]

The Goal posts have changed and I now have to head to the Naracoorte Hotel after our Lucindale round. I believe Waza will also be attending but might not be at the same time as me

Hence if you want to catch up for dinner probably the Nara Hotel is the go - either that or the local pizza shop there serves some good tucker!

[Hatchman]

4 more sleeps to go.
I'm looking forward to it.
Better start thinking of which clubs and how many I will take.

[Hard_Pan]

The Goal posts have changed and I now have to head to the Naracoorte Hotel after our Lucindale round. I believe Waza will also be attending but might not be at the same time as me

Hence if you want to catch up for dinner probably the Nara Hotel is the go - either that or the local pizza shop there serves some good tucker! Sounds great but I've got to chooff off to the Mount for a meeting that evening.

[wazamac]

I trying to get to Nara at about 10:30am. Unload the van and then trundle to Lucindale.Will be in the work van.

[nadg63]

Fingers crossed you guys do not cop the weather that is being forecast locally for the weekend!

[Hard_Pan]

It's a given it's going to be wet. That's fine, it's only water.

I'm just hoping it's not going to be stupid windy and wet.

I think Sunday might be dry so there's that at least to look forward to.

[Hatchman]

Oh crap, Looks like I might have to change plans on which bag I take now if its going to be wet.
The Cleveland Cart Bag was my preferred option and is like a sponge. I don't want to be lugging the rain cover as well so the JDM Titleist Staff bag it will be. Tomorrow will now be spent in the shed working out how to make it sit on the Click Gear correctly. The Old Smoothy might end up taking it's place if not successful.

If it has to rain hopefully it's only light and not heavy coming in sideways.

[wazamac]

Predicting 50% chance 1-5mm on Friday about 14 degrees
Predicting less than 1mm on Saturday and about 14 degrees
Sunday no rain about 16 degrees.

Only think I have one pair of long pants. May need to shop on Thursday Night for Themal singlet and another pair of pants.
Being country, they probably play in jeans anyway.

[Hatchman]

Predicting 50% chance 1-5mm on Friday about 14 degrees
Predicting less than 1mm on Saturday and about 14 degrees
Sunday no rain about 16 degrees.

Only think I have one pair of long pants. May need to shop on Thursday Night for Themal singlet and another pair of pants.
Being country, they probably play in jeans anyway.

Wife beater, stubbies and gumboots maybe?

[thecollective]

So the gameplan is to hit off at 12pm?

[Hatchman]

So the gameplan is to hit off at 12pm?

Yes

[Hatchman]

Got away 20min later than I wanted to this morning.
Breakfast at Tailem Bend now.
Next stop Lucindale Golf Course.

[wazamac]

Arrived. Overcast and no wind. Woo hoo

[Peppas]

Wow, a golf trip in this climate... enjoy guys!

[Hatchman]

Internally SA does not have the same level of restrictions as others. That’s why we still have closed borders so no interlopers stuff that up.

[Hatchman]

Day 1 at Lucindale done and dusted.
What look pretty miserable on the drive up with constant misty rained turned out to be a good on course with only a couple of misty showers lasting no more than 1 hole and 1 heavy shower that again was gone after completing the hole.
Course was in good condition and similar to a Waikerie/Loxton in type except it has a few too many same direction doglegs repeating.
Greens are predominantly flat and were playing medium to slow in pace.

[Flavzz]

Have a great trip lads.

[Hatchman]

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Some one got stone walled on the only par 3 on the front 9.

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[wazamac]

Great day. Enjoyed the course.
Bad swing all day but better than work.

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[nadg63]

Have a great weekend boys.

[Hard_Pan]

Had a great day today. Very patchy performance from moi. Dodged some really ordinary weather today so hopefully that luck with follow us over the course of the weekend.

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[Hatchman]

Day 2.
18 holes at Millicent in morning then 9 around Beachport after some lunch.
Mixed weather at Millicent with the front 9 being cool and fine. Constant misty rain with 2x heavy patches of rain from the 10th to the 15th. After that it fined up again.
Beachport was fine a windy.

[Flavzz]

Day 2. 18 holes at Millicent in morning then 9 around Beachport after some lunch.Mixed weather at Millicent with the front 9 being cool and fine. Constant misty rain with 2x heavy patched of rain from the 10th to the 15th. After that it fined up again.Beachport was fine a windy. Thoughts on the courses?

[Hatchman]

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Full of hopes and dreams of a good round before reality has a say in it.

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Nothing like a short par 5 to get the day started.

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If you can’t be long enough for 2 make sure your out on the right side or forget getting on for 3

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Ball was hell bent on getting to this unplayable spot after a big kick in the second cut sent it off at angle into the tree line.

[Hatchman]

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A bit of hacken in the bracken.

[thecollective]

Great trip so far; Lucindale really surprised me in a good way. Great land, excellent greens, a few really good bunkers.

Millicent has some very good holes; really nice backdrop and the soil is pure sand belt. The stretch from 14-17 is very ordinary but besides that lives up to the hype.

Beach port is a flat hit and giggle, fine for a wind down but nothing else.

Really looking forward to a curry (good Indian in Millicent according to Trip Advisor) and then Robe tomorrow morning.

I suggest we do this trip again in a few years


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[Hatchman]

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[nadg63]

Great trip so far; Lucindale really surprised me in a good way. Great land, excellent greens, a few really good bunkers.

Millicent has some very good holes; really nice backdrop and the soil is pure sand belt. The stretch from 14-17 is very ordinary but besides that lives up to the hype.

Beach port is a flat hit and giggle, fine for a wind down but nothing else.

Really looking forward to a curry (good Indian in Millicent according to Trip Advisor) and then Robe tomorrow morning.

I suggest we do this trip again in a few years


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Mmmmm, Indian curry.

[Hatchman]

We went Sweet & Sour Pork and Mongolian Beef at Bompas in Beachport last night. Was very nice.

Tonight it’s Pizza, Ravioli Bol & Gnocchis Bol at Mad Penguin in Millicent. Authentic Italian they say.
Sorry, authentic Italian does not come from packet Gnocchi and Ravioli. Very average at best. Disappointing.
Should have gone to Ginos down the road.

[thecollective]

The curry was ok, didn’t live up to the hype. No where near as good as my local pick Beyond India

The padthaway grown local red is going down like a treat

Social distancing might be a good idea tomorrow morning [emoji87]


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[Hatchman]

Millicent cont.

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Don’t use a coloured ball and flush your drive down the middle. A big black bird will come down and take it.
The view in the above pic is from the top of the hill 20-30m forward of where we could drive it to into the wind.

[Hatchman]

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[Hatchman]

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Home stretch. Blast one over the hill onto the next hill to hopefully leave you 150m in.

[thecollective]

Good to finish on that hole after playing the previous 3 holes.

A re-design of this stretch plus a good chainsaw in a few areas could see the course featuring in rankings again


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[Hatchman]

Next up we have Beachport.
Short dead flat and I mean dead flat 9 holes with same tee block both times around. Very wide fairways that tempt jumping all over the Driver. Small push up greens and strong winds off the sea add some challenge to what looks to be a simple course at first glance. The road through the course with 2 par 5’s running up either side raises the eyebrow.

[Hatchman]

The curry was ok, didn’t live up to the hype. No where near as good as my local pick Beyond India

The padthaway grown local red is going down like a treat

Social distancing might be a good idea tomorrow morning [emoji87]


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And standing up wind might be wise.

[Hatchman]

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View off the 1st Tee. Massive wide fairway, how can you miss?
Quite easy when it’s straight into strong head wind.

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Again another very wide fairway and a ton of bail out room onto the cricket oval on the left. Short at a bit over 300m tempts trying to smash it beyond ones abilities.

[Hatchman]

I’ve now reached the cap on pics for the month on Tap Talk. I refuse to pay for the VIP version so the remainder of pics will go up next month.

[nadg63]

I’ve now reached the monthly cap on pics for the month on Tap Talk. I refuse to pay for VIP version so the remainder or pic will go up Next month.

Thanks for the posts Hatchy.

[Hatchman]

Day 3 at Robe now done.
The 6 new holes are spectacular and well worth the trip.
Unfortunately we got the worst of the rain over the 3 days today. What made it worse was it was umbrella up, umbrella down rinse and repeat all day from start to finish with close to 50% of the day being wet.

What a contrast in holes from the front 6, middle 6 and last 6.
The last 6 is nothing like the front 12 and it’s like you’ve driven to another course to play a flat relatively easy course.
I’ve got a mountain of pics to put in here eventually.

[marcel]

Are those flat 6 on the land furthest from the coast? (I recall these being the holes you played twice to make up the 18 )

[Hatchman]

Are those flat 6 on the land furthest from the coast? (I recall these being the holes you played twice to make up the 18 )

Yes they are the ones in front of the Golf Club and furtherest from the coast. The last is a good finishing hole but the rest are boring.

[Hatchman]

One month trail for VIP access. Better make use of it.
Beachport cont. to follow

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First of 2 Par 5’s that have a township road running between them.

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Couple of choices here.
Try play the hole normal or go for extra length by pinging one off the road.
Result was one lefty blocking safe to center of fairway and 2 righties hitting it straight into the tree not passing the Reds. Road was successfully hit with the third shot.

[Hatchman]

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Robe pics from first 6 holes

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Robe pics first 6 cont.

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Pics from the spectacular middle 6

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Bit of a climb to the next hole. Once there the view is amazing.

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This short par 4 is no easy push over. If getting one in play off the tee and a pitch to a blind pin on an elevated green is hard enough your faced with a very tricky green you’ll struggle to find a straight putt on.
I made a great dirty birdie here for the only bogey this 6 after blocking the tee shot into lost ball territory.

[wazamac]

We went Sweet & Sour Pork and Mongolian Beef at Bomptas in Beachport last night. Was very nice.

Tonight it’s Pizza, Ravioli Bol & Gnocchis Bol at Mad Penguin in Millicent. Authentic Italian they say.
Sorry, authentic Italian does not come from packet Gnocchi and Ravioli. Very average at best. Disappointing.
Should have gone to Ginos down the road.

Gino's had great looking girl. MMMMMMM
Didn't know what a good pizza was though if it bit her on the arse.
I can second the indian. Best i have had in a long time.

[Hatchman]

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Up on the Tee Block there was much debate if the bunkers were reachable on the right. We played it in a slightly down and across wind adding to the uncertainty. Like most holes on the course its a long walk to the Tee block from where our bags were left so grabbing the Range Finder quickly was out of the question. Hard_Pan and TC went first and went hard left into not so great position. I stripped one that went straight at the traps and came up well short. Only the serious bombers knocking them out 270-280m+ off the back tees where we were will be troubled.

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Very hard to find a straight putt on this green and not easy to lag one close from range due to all the roller coaster ride the ball has to take. I was Pin high just off 12-14 feet away and was absolutely stoked to get the ball inside 2 foot. Wasn't feeling confident I wouldn't drop a shot from that position.

[wazamac]

F**k I'm fat.
Want the gym to reopen

[Hatchman]

Robe cont. Last 6 (the boring 6)
Lots of flat open space on this side compared to the first 12 if your spraying it wide.

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Next shot after this was was kicking for goal from half forward 40m out.

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One last group pic before playing the last and 63rd hole of the trip.

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Got some Tour Jizz on the second from over on the 13th fairway (best angle to approach from) to just stay up on the top tier 4-5 foot away for the last chance to get my first Birdie of the trip on the 63rd Hole. Like the other 3 good chances from 4-8 foot in the last 12 holes it was a fail. At least this one got near the edge of the cup.
Finished the last 12 holes 2 over which included a dirty Birdie (only putt I made all day) on the 10th after blocking one lost into the goonge off the drive.

[thecollective]

that last hole has a better angle from the other (LHS) fairway

takes OOB out of play as well

Was a pretty uninspiring last 6 holes (besides the last, had a fun approach shot). I will put a synopsis up later today once I get a hold of all the current parasites (left over from my day off on Friday)

[Hard_Pan]

Enjoyed Robe very much but was completely spent by the time we got to the back six and really struggled. Definitely reminded me a lot of the Glanville Par three with the roads and houses surrounding and also that church tower. There's one just like it at Glanville.

Next time, I'd like to play this first.

[thecollective]

Was thinking about this on the way home

FRIDAY:
Robe GC - 12 holes
Millicent GC - Front 9 or to 12 in twilight (summer trip)

SATURDAY:
Mount Gambier

SUNDAY:
Port Fairy

[Hatchman]

Millicent Golf Club got mine and Hard_Pan’s comp scores in Golflink around the wrong way :lol:

[Hard_Pan]

I would agree but you can not play the 10th if playing Millicent.

[Hatchman]

Was thinking about this on the way home

FRIDAY:
Robe GC - 12 holes
Millicent GC - Front 9 or to 12 in twilight (summer trip)

SATURDAY:
Mount Gambier

SUNDAY:
Port Fairy

While Port Fairy is a great course and one I really want to play one day I think it’s a bit of a stretch to do that trip ^.
Port Fairy is a 6 1/2 hour drive from Adelaide. That sort of distance is a hard ask to play then drive home at the end of a few days. From personal experience doing a bit of drive/play or play/drive trips between 4-5hrs is about the max before a stop and stay somewhere is best/smart.

[thecollective]

I would agree but you can not play the 10th if playing Millicent.

Im sure they would have a twilight rate that would allow us to play up to about 13 then maybe skip over to 18 from that point

[Hatchman]

Did anyone else get the Covid Stop checkpoint on way home from Robe?
Cops had a checkpoint setup in Meningie stopping everything when we went through asking travel and Covid questions.

[Hard_Pan]

Did anyone else get the Covid Stop checkpoint on way home from Robe?
Cops had a checkpoint setup in Meningie stopping everything when we went through asking travel and Covid questions.Yep. Got stopped in Meningie. Weird.

[Hatchman]

I thought it was weird to have a Covid checkpoint there 4hr drive into the state.
Thought it was a breatho/drug test stop when driving up.

[BUSHY]

re: Millicent

Spoke to a very lovely 'Marg' who gave me the inns and outs of everything

- There is no time sheet, turn up and hit off when it is clear
- The course is VERY busy at the moment, Marg's suggestion is tee off no later than 9am
- Green Fee is $30, this INCLUDES the comp, hence we might as well go in it. The comp is given free to visitors so no cheaper without (Sorry Waz)
- The clubhouse will not be open until after 9 but there will be a comp registration form that you can fill out and enter your GL details etc.
- Green fees can be paid after the first 9 or when you finish

I must admit im already enjoying the laid back country vibe!

Millicent has to be one of the best country tracks ever!! Incredibly laid back.

[wazamac]

Yeah. Got stopped but was more of a casual chat.

[Hatchman]

Millicent has to be one of the best country tracks ever!! Incredibly laid back.

How do you rate it against Coomealla (that's if you've played it) Bushy?

[BUSHY]

How do you rate it against Coomealla (that's if you've played it) Bushy?

I’ve never played there, but I’d play Millicent again before I went back to Mt Gambier if that helps.

Although Mt Gambier’s back 9 was really good.

We stopped in Millicent on our Vic Champs road trip from Adelaide to Mornington and none of us had cash.

We left a note, BennoR left about 10 voice messages, when we finally got a call back about 2 weeks later it was “Just fix it up next time you’re through” [emoji23]

Best ever!!

[Hard_Pan]

Yeah. Got stopped but was more of a casual chat.Cop got stroppy with me because I stopped a foot short of where he was standing and he wasn't going to walk over parallel to my window. Sheesh!

[thecollective]

Did anyone else get the Covid Stop checkpoint on way home from Robe?
Cops had a checkpoint setup in Meningie stopping everything when we went through asking travel and Covid questions.

Yes, me too

[thecollective]

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[thecollective]

Now that the week has ended (and I have somewhat caught up in my work) I can summarise the courses a bit more:

Lucindale:
Whilst I was originally sceptical this turned out to be the surprise packet of the trip. A great piece of undulating land with sandbelt soil. Whilst alot of the tee shots feature old fashioned dog leg shots (most left to right) the approaches were top quality. I was most impressed with the lack of tree interaction around the greens and the slope and speed of the various shapes on offer. The standout hole was #8. I took a photo but it was poor quality hence you do not see it above. This course punches well above its weight and is worth the trip.

Millicent:
I have previously played this course on 3 occasions being somewhat blown away by the land, soil and playability of the course. The front nine is very impressive; a wonderful journey through the forest that has been well carved out on a bed of sandbelt soil. The greens are small but clever, bunkering minimal but effective. At times you feel like some of the holes could belong at Royal Melbourne as the land and soil are very similar. Sadly after you complete 10 it slowly starts to go downhill in hole quality until a massive decline from 14-17. 18 is a good finish and tops off what is overall a great country track. With a redesign of the back nine, some removal of overgrown trees this course could feature again in the top 100. I chose not to take any pics as it was quite wet and I had already done so a number of years ago on the forum

Beachport:
This was a hit and giggle. Fine for that with good company but honestly don't ever go out of your way to play this course when in town. Mawson Lakes is an equivalent to this track

Robe:
My first time at this course. I enjoyed the front 6; reminded me a lot of Barwon Heads; similar style of hole and vibe. The new Crafter 6 is what blew me away. Great contouring and use of the natural land. Interesting and very difficult greens but boy did they roll true. The #9 at the top of the hill was spectacular. At times I had similar feelings to what I experienced at Barny. This run of 6 holes has been well thought out and cut to the natural lie of the land. My only criticism was the cut of the bunkers. Very similar to RA with flash faced edges but larger and uglier. I do wonder if there was a potential budget constraint involved here but considering the land they do look a bit unnatural. Of course the playability of them was top notch as you would expect from a brand new bunker. The final 6 were very bland and if I were the committee I would be playing the course as a 12 holer for now, sell the land to housing and cut another 6 out of the dunes with the proceeds (EPA Permitting).

Despite the inclement weather this was a great short trip. I look forward to the next time we head down the Limestone Coast. Due to the push on time I didn't get to wine taste the Coonawarra vineyards but picked up a cracking blend from a boutique mob in Padthaway.

[thecollective]

Here is the pic of the approach shot into Lucindale #8 (a bit of acorn editing got the photo looking ok), the ideal line is over that large LHS bunker that has been somewhat merged into the natural sandy wasteland. I also love the Tussock at the top lip. This was a very difficult bunker to get out of. From this entry line the green then feeds right towards the flag. Any ball entering this green centre will kick right. The tee shot features a very wide scope of fairway that feeds right to left. You can basically hit any shape you like to hit your desired part of the fairway

This is a real gem of a hole and I would put it up there in terms of a list of best country holes in the state.

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