General Manager’s Update
Posted on: 23 February
In This Edition
- Membership Closed – Waitlist Open
- Earn $500
- Local Rule Hole 12
- Corporate Brochure
Membership Applications
It will come as no surprise that demand to join Strathfield Golf Club has continued to grow rapidly. The significant improvements to our playing surfaces and overall course presentation—driven by the success of the recent irrigation and drainage projects—have positioned Strathfield as one of the most resilient courses in Metropolitan Sydney. Whether facing hot, dry conditions or extended periods of wet weather, the course is now performing exceptionally well.
To maintain a fair balance between member access to timesheets and the ongoing needs of course maintenance, membership across all categories is now officially closed.
From this point forward, all new applications will be placed on a waitlist and assigned a numbered position. This approach ensures complete transparency and allows applicants to clearly understand their place in the queue as opportunities become available.
To apply for a position on the waitlist, please forward your request to Matt Hilder at membership@strathfieldgolf.com.au
McGrath Strathfield Referral Program
We’re excited to launch a new referral program with one of our valued partners, McGrath Strathfield—the Inner West’s leading real estate agency.
Earn $500 Simply by Referring
Members receive a $500 top-up to their Strathfield Golf Club e-Wallet for every successful referral that results in:
- A property listed for sale, or
- A new property management or leasing agreement
No limit on referrals
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How It Works — 3 Easy Steps
- Refer – Introduce someone thinking of selling or needing property management.
- McGrath Handles Everything – Their team manages the appraisal, marketing and communication from start to finish.
- Receive $500– Once the listing or management agreement is signed, you earn $500 in your Club e-Wallet.
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Start Referring Today
Michael Murphy – 0486 123 888 – MichaelMurphy@mcgrath.com.au
Tarun Sethi – 0404 414 533 – TarunSethi@mcgrath.com.au
Referral must be a new introduction not already in discussion with McGrath Strathfield. For more information, please click on REFERRAL PROGRAM
f you tee off from the southern side of the Cooks River when playing Hole 12 and your ball enters the Penalty Area (Cooks River), you may play your third shot from the point where the ball last crossed the margin of the penalty area.
However, if you tee off from the northern side of the Cooks River on Hole 12 and your ball enters the Penalty Area, you must play your third shot from the designated Drop Zone.
Strathfield GC – Corporate Brochure Invitation
Strathfield Golf Club – Corporate Brochure Invitation
Members,
As part of our renewed focus on membership growth, corporate engagement, and strengthening community connections, Strathfield Golf Club is producing its official Corporate Brochure. This will be a key marketing asset promoting Your Club across the local area for the next 16 months.
We would like to extend an exclusive opportunity to our members and sponsors to feature their businesses in this high‑quality publication. If you or someone you know—clients, colleagues, or local businesses—may be interested in supporting Strathfield Golf Club while promoting their services, please contact Wayne Smith (details below).
CLICK HERE for an Official Annual Corporate Brochure for The Mount Osmond Golf Club which the publishers did recently. The 2026 Strathfield edition will follow this premium format, with enhancements that will make it our best version yet.
About the Corporate Brochure
- High‑end, professionally designed 210mm x 210mm publication
- Used by Strathfield Golf Club to promote:
- Membership
- Venue hire
- Weddings
- Corporate events & conferencing
- Golf days & sponsorship opportunities
- Distributed over 16 months through:
- Clubhouse (restaurant, bar, reception, function spaces)
- Targeted external residential and business networks
- All Club members
- Website (digital version)
Exclusive Benefits for Strathfield Members
- Reduced rates for all members
- Free design service (optional), with full copyright ownership of your advert
- Strictly invitation‑based to ensure only high‑quality, relevant businesses are represented
Why Participate?
This is a unique opportunity to profile your business to:
- 1,200 golf members and 4,000 social members
- Thousands of annual guests and visitors
- High‑value residential areas surrounding the Club
- Corporate clients and event organisers
Your involvement directly supports Your Club and strengthens our community partnerships.
Next Steps
For expressions of interest, pricing, or questions, please contact:
wayne.smith@clubbrochure.com.au
or via mobile – 0422 058 799
Blue Line Policy & Buggy Traffic
Members,
The Course Maintenance Team has done an outstanding job in developing and presenting first‑class playing surfaces. Thanks to their efforts, we have been able to remove many of the ropes and stakes that were both time‑consuming to maintain and detracted from the course’s overall presentation and aesthetics.
However, the image below highlights a growing concern: some members are not adhering to our Blue Line Policy, nor the requirement to keep buggies off and away from tees. These rules exist to protect the course, and it’s clear this is being taken for granted.
If this behaviour continues, high‑traffic areas will inevitably become compacted, leading to declining turf health and eventually unsightly bare patches. On a regular basis I will be monitoring this behaviour closely. Members who continue to disregard these policies may unfortunately face disciplinary action, including the possibility of suspension.
We ask all members to respect the Blue Line Policy, ensure your guests are aware of it, and keep buggies and carts on designated paths—never on or across tees. Your cooperation is essential if we are to maintain the high‑quality surfaces that everyone enjoys.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support.
Glenn Phillips
General Manager
