Gove Country Golf Club 

Who do I talk to at the Club about joining or playing golf?

The Club has a number of people to help you join and play golf.

Some of these people are:

 

President: Zayden McKinley - Email: president.golfinggove@gmail.com

Club Captian: Gus Gomez -     Email: golfinggovecomps@gmail.com

Club Manager: Katelyn Rika - Email: manager.golfinggove@gmail.com       

 

Club Phone: (08) 8987 3191

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How do I hire a golf cart?

The club has a limited number of Carts available to both Club members and the public. The best way to book a cart is to ring the Golf Shop (Bar) on 08 8987 3191. Our friendly staff will assist you in booking the cart.

 

Please note that carts need to be booked to ensure that you have access to it when you arrive. Also note, that you must have a valid Drivers Licence to rent a cart.

 

You will be required to complete a booking form when you arrive at the Golf Shop (Bar) prior to taking the cart out. Please treat the cart with respect as any damages will require you to pay for the repair

 

Cart Hire (Non-Members):

9 Holes - $30.00

18 Holes - $50.00

Late and/or Damage Fees may be imposed

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What if I dont have any clubs with me? 

No Problem . . . Our Club has a number of sets of clubs for hire to the public.

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To hire some clubs for your game - please ring Golf Shop on (08) 8987 3191

Club Hire is free.

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How do I become a member?

The best way to be come a member of the Club is to speak with the clubhouse staff.

 

They will discuss your membership needs and outline the cost, benefits and obligations of becoming a member.

 

The Club Financial year commences on the 1st April each year - Club Fees are due at that time. For NEW members the Club offers pro-rata memberships fees for the remaining months of our Financial year.

 

An application form can be obtained from the Golf Club - see our friendly staff.

 

See the Membership page in Our Club tab for details on membership fees.

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What do I need to play competition golf?

The first step to be able to play Competition Golf is to become a member of the golf club.

 

After you have joined the Golf Club you will need to get an official Golf Australia Handicap. You will be able to discuss this process with the Club.

For Members of Gove Country Golf Club wishing to get a Golf Handicap - simply play 3 x 18 holes of Golf with another Gove Country Golf Club member - who will verify your score and assist with the process of recording and submitting your score.

 

Contact our Club Captain - Gus Gomez (Email: golfinggovecomps@gmail.com) to get advice on the correct process of obtaining your Golf Handicap.

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What is a Golf Handicap?

Golf handicaps are administered by Golf Australia through the World Handicap System. To obtain an official handicap, you generally need to:

1. Join an affiliated golf club.

2. Submit enough eligible scores (usually 54 holes, which can be over multiple rounds).

3. Receive a Handicap Index that updates as you continue to submit scores.

The maximum Handicap Index under the World Handicap System is 54.0, making the game accessible to beginners as well as experienced players.

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In Australia, a golf handicap is a number that represents your playing ability. It allows golfers of different skill levels to compete fairly by adjusting their scores.

Here's how it works:

• Lower handicap = better golfer.

  • Scratch golfer: Handicap 0.

  • Good club golfer: Handicap around 5–10.

  • Average club golfer: Handicap around 15–25.

  • Beginner: Handicap 30–54.

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Does the club have storage facilities? 

YES!!

 

You can hire storage for you clubs and other equipment - just ask one of  our friendly clubhouse staff members.

 

If you have a Private Golf Cart that needs to be stored at the Club - please contact Club President Zayden McKinley (president.golfinggove@gmail.com) OR Club Captian Gus Gomez  (golfinggovecomps@gmail.com)

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When are golf competitions played?

The club has 4 main competitions that are run each week.

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Chook Run: Every Wednesday 

The chook run is a shortened course. You will be given a handicap made specifically for this competition format.

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Beer Run: Every Friday

Standard 9-Hole Stableford with alternating tees each week. 

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Saturday 18-Hole Competition: Every Saturday

Format will change every week (e.g., Stroke, Par, Stableford, Ambrose, 4BBB, etc.).

Please check website and/or schedule for the year.

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Each competition has prizes for place getters and often the Saturday Competition will have a range of other prizes.