IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON COVID-19

Yowani is continuing to tailor it’s operations to keep in line with Government rules and regulations around “social distancing” and “mass gatherings”. Below is some important information on changes that have been implemented to maximise the safety and well being of Yowani Members and Staff, including Pro Shop Staff.

GENERAL ADVICE

PLEASE CONTINUE TO OBSERVE AND PRACTICE ENHANCED HYGIENE MEASURES FOR THE SAFETY OF ALL MEMBERS AND STAFF AND, MOST IMPORTANTLY, STAY AWAY FROM YOWANI IF YOU ARE FEELING UNWELL, REGARDLESS OF THE SYMPTOMS. IT IS ALSO VITALLY IMPORTANT THAT YOU SELF-ISOLATE IN ACCORDANCE WITH GOVERNMENT GUIDELINES IF YOU HAVE BEEN EXPOSED TO SOMEONE SUFFERING FROM COVID-19 OR IF YOU HAVE RECENTLY RETURNED FROM OVERSEAS.

 PLEASE CONTACT THE CLUB IMMEDIATELY (CLUB@YOWANI.COM.AU) IF YOU HAVE TESTED POSITIVE TO COVID-19  AND HAVE VISITED THE CLUB IN THE LEAD UP TO YOUR POSITIVE DIAGNOSIS.

 GOVERNMENTS HAVE ADVISED ALL PEOPLE OVER THE AGE OF 70 TO REMAIN AT HOME WHENEVER POSSIBLE. ALTHOUGH GOLF AND BOWLS ARE IMPORTANT METHODS OF EXERCISE AND RECREATION FOR ALL PARTCIPANTS, YOWANI STRONGLY URGES ANY MEMBER OVER THE AGE OF 70 TO CONSIDER THIS ADVICE PRIOR TO BOOKING A COMPETITION TEE TIME OR ENJOYING A ROLL-UP.

CLUBHOUSE

The clubhouse ceased all operations on 23 March 2020. The clubhouse will remain shut down until Government restrictions are lifted.

SOCIAL GOLF

Social play is available to MEMBERS AND THEIR GUESTS ONLY (MAX ONE GUEST PER MEMBER). Bookings for Member social play is ESSENTIAL – please phone the Pro Shop (6228 9745) well in advance to book your social round. Please note ten minute intervals AND a maximum of 2 players to a playing group only for social play.

COMPETITION GOLF

Yowani Competition Changes – Stage 3 COVID-19 Rules (30 March 2020)

Yowani Country Club will continue to implement the advice and rules set by the Australian and ACT Governments relating to COVID-19.

Due to recently announced Stage 3 rules regarding stricter social gathering and social distancing whilst participating in outdoor pursuits, the following applies with immediate effect to competition golf at Yowani:

 –          All competitions are a 1 tee start;

–          The number of people per group is limited to 2 Members;

–          Gaps in between groups have been set at 7 minutes;

–          The span of hours for tee times during daylight savings are 7:10am to 1:56pm (59 time slots – 118pax);

–          Competition golf is for MEMBERS ONLY;

–          1 person per cart ONLY;

–          The recently adopted Temporary Rules of Golf remain current;

–          If/when a timesheet fills to capacity it will be frozen. If you wish to play in a competition that has been frozen, please email the

           Pro Shop with details (proshop@yowani.com.au ) to go on a waitlist;

–          In the future, Yowani may add additional competitions depending upon demand; and

–          Most competitions (except for Tuesday’s which is currently staying women only) for the foreseeable future will be medley Stablefords.

Electronic Tee times will open online at 7:00pm one week in advance of the competition in question.

UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE, AND IN FAIRNESS TO ALL MEMBERS, PLEASE LIMIT YOUR COMPETITON ROUNDS TO NO MORE THAN 1 COMPETITION ROUND OVER A WEEKEND AND NO MORE THAN 2 COMPETITION GAMES PER WEEK.

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PERSONAL HYGIENE REQUIREMENTS

 Members will be aware of the considerable reporting on the Coronavirus that is occurring and should keep themselves informed about government health advice. This advice is available Here

In this regard there are a number of simple measures we can all take to minimise the potential for contracting or spreading  the infection. These include:

• No handshaking, high fives or fist pumps – congratulate/thank your fellow Member with a thumbs up;
• Do not share food or water;
• Cover nose and mouth with tissue or flexed elbow when coughing or sneezing;
• Keep 1.5m distance from anyone at all times;
• Use alcohol-based hand wash where available;
• Wash hands with soap and water and dry with paper towel before and after games;
• Avoid picking up another players bowl or golf ball; and
• Any member with flu-like symptoms should exclude themselves from play at the first sign of symptoms and seek medical advice.

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Temporary local rules updated

Local Rules – Temporary – COVID-19 – Wed 25 Mar 2020

2019 Yowani Men’s Open and Cup Results

A successful weekend of golf at Yowani with the course presented in excellent condition and some outstanding golf played over the two days of competition.  A big thank you to all those who volunteered to support the event including the Yowani Army, spotters, HIO witnesses, Match Committee and club staff and also our sponsors TP Dynamics and Bink Pavers.

Yowani Open 2019 winner Dominic Falk from Goulburn GC with Peter Wightman Captain Men’s Golf

2019 Yowani Open and Cup Results Summary

Yowani PRO AM 11th April 2019

Congratulations to Canberra’s Matt Millar on winning the 2019 Lion Yowani ProAm.  Matt came in with a great score of a 6 under 66.

The team event was won by John, David and Fran Bink who played with Pro Steven Jeffress.

Yowani’s Lightning Policy

Yowani Lightning Policy – Adopted Feb 2016

Corporate Golf

Corporate golf days are very popular at Yowani. The Club offers a range of catering packages, including formal dining, buffets, barbecues, gourmet sandwiches, cocktails and beverages. We can also coordinate ‘on course’ drink stations or catering carts.

After your game, the garden lawns are ideal for awards presentation or a relaxed barbecue. There is plenty of room for a marquee to be set up, or the presentation can be in one of the Club’s well-appointed function rooms.

Social Golf

Social golf is available to green fee players outside of normal Yowani competition times as listed below:

Monday

Pro Comp all day, Visitors with GA handicaps are allowed in Comp ~ Social play available all day ~ bookings required

Tuesday

Ladies play a 9 Hole and 18 Hole Comp in the morning ~  Social play available all day ~ bookings required

Wednesday

Pro Comp. Visitors with GA handicap are allowed in Comp ~ Social play available only after 2:30pm ~ bookings required

Thursday

Ladies 9 Hole Comp ~  Social play available all day ~ bookings required

Friday

Pro Comp all day, visitors with GA handicap are allowed in Comp.  9 hole Wine Run (during daylight saving only.)  ~Social play available all day ~ bookings required

Saturday

Saturday Members Comp only, Out of area visitors with GA handicap allowed in Comp between 12-12:30pm (pre bookings essential & must have AGU handicap) ~  Social play available after 2:30pm only ~ bookings required

Sunday

Sunday Comp, Out of area visitors with GA handicap are allowed in Comp; check times with Pro Shop (pre bookings essential) ~ Social play available after 12:30pm only ~ bookings required

Please call 6228 9739 to make a booking for social play.

Green fees as at 01 April 2020

• Mon – Thurs 9 holes – $28 (members guest $24)
• Fri – Sun & P/Hol 9 holes- $30 (members guest $25)
• Mon – Thurs 18 holes – $45 (members guest $35)
• Fri – Sun & P/Hol 18 holes- $49 (members guest $39)
• Junior 9 holes – $10
• Juniors 18 holes – $20

Cart Hire

• 9 holes – $21 (visitors $30)
• 18 holes – $32 (visitors $40)

Note that motel guests will receive the member’s guest discount.

The Yowani Pro Shop has buggies and clubs available for hire — call the Pro Shop on (02) 6228 9739 or email proshop@yowani.com.au

All You Can Play $22

Become a social member for $20 and take advantage of our ‘All You Can Play’ golf after 3 pm during non daylight saving and after 5:30 pm during daylight saving.

Club & Course Dress Rules

Club Dress Rules

Course Dress Rules