January 2026 Monthly archive

16

Jan

Golf Rule 9 – Play the Ball as It Lies

Rule 9 – Play the Ball as It Lies With the Match Committee’s decision to remove all preferred lies, golfers are reminded that we now return fully to one of…Read More

13

Jan

The Funeral of John Nicholls

Vale John Nicholls  It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John Nicholls, a cherished member of SGC for an incredible 68 years. Membership Number: #52 John’s…Read More

12

Jan

Golf Rules – Wrong Ball

Rule 6.3c  (1) Making Stroke at Wrong Ball. A player must not make a stroke at a wrong ball. Exception – Ball Moving in Water: There is no penalty if a player makes a stroke at a wrong ball that…Read More

8

Jan

Heat Policy Summary

Course Closure: The Greens and Match Committee, Club Professional, or General Manager can close the course if the temperature reaches or exceeds 40°C. Advance Warning: The Club will try to…Read More

6

Jan

Important Change to Saturday 10th January 2026 Timesheet

Due to the forecast temperature exceeding 40°C on Saturday, 10th January 2026, the competition format will change to a double shotgun start at: 7:30 AM 12:30 PM The current timesheet…Read More

6

Jan

Australian Master of the Amateurs

Australian Master of the Amateurs | Home | Southern Golf Club The 2026 Australian Master of the Amateurs (AMOTA) is currently taking place at the Southern Golf Club in Melbourne.    Event…Read More