In October Members were advised of the Spring renovation program, and how it would be impacted by hosting the Australian Open. The initial renovation following the Club Championships involved scarifying fairways, green surrounds and tees, along with a light green renovation which allowed for a full recovery of playing surfaces by the tournament. Because of the light nature of the renovation, to ensure turf health through the heat of summer there is a need for a further light renovation just prior to Christmas.
The course will be closed on Sunday 17 December from 2pm to conduct this renovation, and will be re-opened for play on Tuesday 19 December.
The renovation will be to greens only, and will involve a 10mm solid tyne and top-dressing of sand and soil amendments. The expected recovery time will be 14 days.
We thank Members for understanding the need for this disruption.