Dear Members,

I would like to start off by thanking your hard working committee. I can personally vouch for the fact that all members of Committee have again put in a tremendous effort to ensure that everyone enjoys a relaxing and rewarding day of golf. We are always in need of assistance from new Committee so we would be delighted to see you come on board. Judy Atkinson has decided after 15 plus years on the committee that she will not be re-nominating this year and will be sadly missed. Judy will pass on the membership responsibilities to Secretary Des Hughson (3829-0483). Any future HIO applications should be sent to PO Box 7499 REDLAND BAY 4165.

Our Townsville branch continues to grow and any member visiting this area my wish to see if their visit coincides with a Townsville event. I know you will be made to feel most welcome.

Thank you to those Clubs who support us. This year Virginia GC, Gailes GC and Caboolture GC again came to the fore while we reunited with Woodford GC where we have not played for several years. We have had a great time at all clubs and are planning to play at the same venues next year. A full list of dates will be provided as soon as they are finalised.

Game fees of $25 including a $5 meal voucher will remain unchanged in 2012 as will the yearly membership fee of $20. These accounts will be sent out in the next couple of weeks.

We were again privileged to have Charlie Earp as our Patron. All members who are able to stay around for the presentations are always entertained by Charlie’s stories and golf experiences. We are delighted that Charlie has agreed to continue as Patron in 2012.

In 2012 we will asking you to “invite a friend “to a special HIO day. This friend however must be eligible to join our club. The date for this event will be decided by our new committee and announced at our next game at Gailes on 27th November 2011.

Read full President’s Report 2011 here.