This series of photographs were taken over a period of four years.

The Club undertook a major commitment to comprehensive improvement. The Club wanted the golf course to remain open throughout all work. This commitment saw the outstanding improvements achieved as the photographs show. Also undertaken was a commitment to a Machinery Replacement Plan and a new Staffing Strategy, strategically tied to the entire project.

Typical fairway condition - 1995.
Higher ground ( better drainage) had a reasonable turf cover.
Playing conditions varied over seasons.
Strategy to improve drainage, soil nutrition balance and appropriate turf variety.

Soil assessment including nutrition, physical texture and microbiology led to the maintenance plan including composting. O.M. Management and cultural practices to meet play requirements.

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Observation trials of a new grass variety into the existing fairway began in 1994.

Trials were extensive to understand:

• Requirements for play by members and guests
• Standards of presentation required
• Costs of undertaking project and timeframe
• Ongoing costs of maintenance
• Staff skill requirements