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Posted 27 April 2022
Following the announcement from the Queensland government, the Club advises the below changes to close contact requirements:
From 6pm AEST Thursday 28 April 2022, there will be no quarantine requirements for close contacts as long as they:
Any Member or guest who becomes a close contact must wear a mask at all times when visiting the Club. This includes inside the Clubhouse, golf shop and on the golf course. Close contacts are also asked to advise the Club they are a close contact by contacting Member Services on 07 5699 9000 or by email.
We thank Members and their guests for the understanding and for adhering to the government issued directives.
Posted 6 April 2022
Following an announcement yesterday from the Queensland Government regarding the easing of current COVID-19 restrictions, the Club is pleased to advise that unvaccinated Members and guests will once again be welcomed back to the Club effective 1am AEST Thursday 14 April 2022.
The current SCGCC COVID-19 Members Vaccination Policy will be rescinded from this date. Members and guests will no longer be required to check in when visiting the Clubhouse, however are asked to remain vigilant in recognising COVID-19 symptoms. If you are unwell or experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms, please do not visit the Club and follow Queensland Health advice regarding testing.
Should you test positive to COVID-19, please adhere to the Queensland Health requirements, which include immediately isolating and informing your household and any contacts you have been with for more than four hours, of your confirmed COVID-19 status.
Members and guests are reminded that current vaccination and check-in requirements will remain effective until Thursday 14 April 2022.
We will continue to provide Members with any further updates as they are provided. Many thanks for your on-going support.
Posted 9 March 2022
From 6pm AEST Friday 4 March 2022:
We will continue to provide Members with any further updates as they are provided. Many thanks for your on-going support during this period.
Posted February 2022
Continued Use of the Check In Qld App
Members are reminded that you are still required to check in to the venue with the Check In Qld app, due to Club’s vaccination requirements as outlined in the COVID-19 Members Vaccination Policy (Policy). Staff will ask for evidence of vaccination from Members and all guests at the time of check-in as a legal requirement, and will ask to see that Members and guests have checked in prior to serving them.
When staff are requesting to view or confirm your vaccination status, please be respectful to them in that they are administering both the Club Policy and rules put in place by the government.
If any Member needs assistance with putting your vaccination certificates on your Check In Qld app, please come up to Member Services at the Golf Club and staff will assist
Posted 12 January 2022
Updated – Member Vaccination Policy and Club Operation
In light of an ever-growing number of confirmed COVID-19 cases among our Members and staff, the Board has amended the COVID-19 Members Vaccination Policy (Policy) in regard to those Members who have been exposed to COVID-19 diagnosed Members.
The following changes have been made to the Policy which was issued on 17 December 2021, please review them carefully:
Member Vaccination Policy
Requirement
Access to Club Premises
You can view the updated Policy by clicking here and additionally, a hard copy will be available for viewing on the Member noticeboard in the golf shop.
This Policy has been amended by the Board to further ensure that Members and staff are provided with the safest possible environment to both enjoy the facilities and work in.
Club Operations
The Palms Golf Course Renovations
Due to the inclement weather last week and deterioration of the team due to Covid, we will be unable to complete the full renovation of The Palms golf course in the allocated time in January.
As at today, we are operating with 8 staff removed from the team, 6 of which relate to Covid and 2 to outstanding recruitment of resigned staff. We will continue to ensure the playing surfaces of The Pines golf course remain our priority for the enjoyment of the Members and guest.
It will our goal to complete the renovation of all greens, tees and aprons as well as applying a selective herbicide to remove foreign weeds from the rough areas. The planned scarifying and top-dressing with sand of the fairways is what we will be unable to complete and at this stage, we will look for alternate dates towards the Spring.
Cashless Payments
Effective Thursday 13 January, the Club will not be accepting cash payments in any of our outlets. Members and guests will be required to charge their accounts or use credit card. This has been adopted to further reduce the risk for Members and staff with respect to Covid and we appreciate your support with this.
Outlet Opening Hours
As previously communicated, we are being challenged daily with staff resources across all areas of the business due to Covid. We will continue to update Members in the Weekly Newsletter that is communicated to Members each Friday.
Please note the following changes for your information for Lakeview in January and the Golf Shop next week:
Lakeview Bar
Tuesday’s – amended trading hours in January 2022
Sunday’s – breakfast will not be available until February 2022
Golf Shop
Sunday 16th, Monday 17th, Tuesday 18th and Thursday 20th January
We note that further amendments may be required, and we will advise Members accordingly.
Please contact Member Services via info@scgcc.com.au or phone 07 5699 9000 if you have any questions or concerns.
Posted 4 January 2022
As the number of COVID-19 cases in Queensland continues to increase, we hope you and your family are healthy and staying safe.
We wanted to make you aware that for the first time since the start of the pandemic, a small number of Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club Members have reported testing positive to COVID-19. Please be assured that all necessary safety measures have been implemented at the Club in response to these positive cases and we continue to ensure all existing COVID-19 protocols are followed.
In the coming days and weeks, we ask you to please ensure that you know the range of COVID-19 symptoms, particularly the symptoms of the Omicron variant, and if you are unwell or experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms, please do not visit the Club and follow Queensland Health advice regarding testing.
Should you test positive to COVID-19, please adhere to the Queensland Health requirements, which include immediately isolating and informing your household and household like contacts of your confirmed COVID-19 status. Please also make the Club aware of your diagnosis by contacting Member Services on 5699 9000 or info@scgcc.com.au so that any necessary precautions can be implemented for staff and the Club.
Please also be aware of the face mask requirements that came into effect on Sunday, 2 January, which means that a mask must be worn at all times in the Club, except for when you are eating or drinking. As you are aware, this was already a precautionary measure put in place by the Board prior to becoming mandated. In addition to the face mask requirement, please continue to follow physical distancing guidelines and regularly wash and sanitise your hands.
Unfortunately, given the speed with which the Omicron variant is spreading, we expect that further Members and some staff will be impacted by or diagnosed with COVID-19. We therefore expect that there will be some disruption to the Club’s services and we thank you in advance for your patience and understanding as we navigate the impact of COVID-19 on the Club. We will communicate to the Members as and when we experience any disruptions to the operations of the Club.
We are committed to keeping you safe at the Club and I will continue to keep you updated.
Thank you again for your patience and understanding, and please stay safe.
Posted 22 December 2021
Following further health advice issued by the Queensland government in relation to the wearing of face masks at indoor facilities, the Club advises that all Members, guests and staff must wear a face mask from 5am AEST Thursday 23 December in all areas of the Golf Clubhouse.
Face masks may be removed when seated or standing for eating and drinking purposes only and should be worn at all other times when moving around the Club.
Due to a growing number of exposure sites across Queensland, Members, guests and staff are requested to regularly check the full list of exposure venues issued by Queensland health and to follow the health directive given. A full list can be viewed by clicking here.
We thank Members and your guests for your understanding and cooperation in adhering to the government health advice and Club’s guidelines.
Posted 16 December 2021
The Board met this week to discuss the COVID-19 Vaccination Policy for Members following the release of the Public Health and Social Measures Direction on 7 December 2021.
After careful consideration, the Board has amended the Policy which will come into effect at the Club on 17 December 2021. You can view the updated Policy by clicking here and additionally, a hard copy will be available for viewing on the Member noticeboard in the golf shop.
Golf clubs may self-impose rules which does include granting permission to access golf facilities for unvaccinated people. This matter has been addressed in the Policy and it should be noted that we are different to some other Clubs to provide what we believe to be more precautionary and a safer environment for Members, staff and guests.
The Queensland Government health guidelines restrict entry to unvaccinated people from 17 December 2021 into clubs, pubs, restaurants, and other various facilities which include Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club (Club).
Enforcing new Restrictions at the Club
The Club must take reasonable steps to enforce these restrictions through the following means:
Vaccination Certificates
We again ask all Members who haven’t already supplied their vaccination certificates to the Club to please do so today. Members will see in the Policy that any Member who has not supplied this information to the Club prior to 17 December 2021 will be treated as unvaccinated.
When staff are requesting to view or confirm your vaccination status, please be respectful to them in that they are administering both the Club Policy and rules put in place by the government.
If any Member needs assistance with putting their vaccination certificates on their Check In Qld app, please come up to Member Services at the Golf Club and staff will assist.
General
Whilst we have no choice regarding Clubhouse restrictions, we have implemented a Policy in the best interest of Members from a health and safety perspective. This is a continuation of what the Board has put in place at the Club since the commencement of the COVID-19 crisis.
The staff will be making every effort today to accommodate the amendments to tee sheets for unvaccinated Members. May we please request that if you have any difficulties following the rules outlined in the Policy, you please contact Member Services or the golf shop and the team will assist.
We will continue to update the Members should any changes to the Policy be required as and when further health directives are issued.
Please carefully view the Policy and familiarise yourself with it.
If any Member has any questions or concerns, please contact Member Services on info@scgcc.com.au or (07) 5699 9000.
Posted 10 December 2021
Queensland Health has issued a public health alert due to a number of confirmed COVID-19 cases on the Gold Coast. A number of exposure sites to the Queensland Government website. These include contact tracing locations in:
Members are requested to please continue to check the website for any further exposure sites.
If you have been to any of the exposure sites, please follow the advice provided on the website and seek a COVID-19 test and isolate if required. Please ensure you know the range of COVID-19 symptoms and if you are unwell, please do not visit the Club. Also please continue to follow physical distancing guidelines and regularly wash and sanitise your hands.
Queensland Health has also strongly recommended that all residents on the Gold Coast wear a mask when indoors and carry a mask with you when outside of your home.
Posted 2 December 2021
Queensland is set to ease restrictions for entry to Queensland on 17 December 2021. This is when it is expected that at least 80% of Queenslanders, 16 years and older, are double vaccinated.
At this stage, the Queensland Government health guidelines will restrict entry to unvaccinated people from this date into clubs, pubs, restaurants and other various facilities which include Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club (Club).
The Board has therefore been obliged to adopt a Queensland Mandated Vaccination Policy (Policy) which provides Members with their amended right to access the facilities from 17 December 2021. To view the Policy, PLEASE CLICK HERE.
This will also include all staff that work at the Club who will also require to be double vaccinated by 17 December 2021 or before. Unfortunately, with huge demands and shortages of staff for positions in South East Queensland, this may mean some disruptions to services in the coming months.
At this time, the Queensland Government has advised that golf clubs may self-impose rules which does include granting permission to access golf facilities for unvaccinated people. This matter has been addressed in the Policy.
Enforcing new Restrictions at the Club
The Club must take reasonable steps to enforce these restrictions through the following means:
We appreciate your assistance and patience with this necessary step as we are forced to permanently staff each check-in area to the Club.
Vaccination Certificates
From 19 November 2021, vaccination certificates can be added to the “Check In Qld app” (CIQ app) to make it simple and easy to prove vaccination status.
The Queensland Government has produced a series of videos which show how to add the Federal Government COVID-19 Digital Certificate to the CIQ app. The videos are published under the ‘Resources’ tab of the Queensland Government COVID-19 website which can be accessed by clicking here.
Mulpha has advised that Club Members will be able to continue to enjoy the use of the Country Club facilities as normal at this time. The Queensland Government has not placed restrictions on these operations.
The Board appreciates that this Policy may not sit well with some Members. Whilst we have no choice with the Clubhouse restrictions, we have made the rules as outlines in the Policy with respect to golf facility access in the best interest of Members from a health and safety perspective.
We will continue to update the Members should any changes to the Policy be required leading up to 17 December 2021 and appreciate your support with this Policy.
Posted 10 November 2021
Yesterday, the Queensland Government announced that from 17 December 2021, once Queensland reaches an 80% double vaccination rate, several restrictions will be implemented for unvaccinated people.
The restrictions will apply to unvaccinated Members, contractors, visitors, guests, and employees in relation to non-essential leisure activities and venues. This includes Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club where anyone visiting the Golf Club be required to be double vaccinated.
To access the public health and social measures linked to vaccination status ‘plan’, click here.
At this stage, the Queensland Government has not confirmed if playing golf will be permitted in some capacity for unvaccinated people. This has differed in various states around Australia and to that effect, the Club will wait for further advice from Queensland Health before advising the Members of what will be implemented here from 17 December 2021.
Acceptable evidence of vaccination status will include a vaccination certificate linked to the Queensland Check-In app, the COVID-19 digital certificate or immunisation history statement from the Medicare-linked MyGov account. There will be further correspondence to Members in the coming weeks from the Club to confirm how we will collect this information.
There are likely to be exemptions in place for people who are unable to receive the vaccination due to a medical contraindication. These details have not yet been published by the Queensland Government.
We can also advise that the wearing of masks once Queensland reaches its 80% first dose vaccination target will be relaxed, and our staff will advise when approved by the government.
The Club will communicate information to Members as further health directives are provided by the Queensland Government.
As these government directives will now have to be enforced by the Club, your assistance would be appreciated in meeting these requirements.
Posted 10 October 2021
COVID-19 Mask Mandate Update
As of 4pm, Wednesday 10 November 2021, 80% of eligible Queenslanders have now received their first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine.
As a result, the Queensland government has advised masks are no longer required indoors, including in schools, cafés, pubs, clubs, hairdressers and workplaces.
Masks are still required on planes and at airports, and it is strongly recommended they are continued to be worn on public transport, in rideshares and anywhere you can’t physically distance.
Posted 8 October 2021
COVID-19 Club operating restrictions – from 4pm Friday 8 October 2021
Posted 30 September 2021
COVID-19 Club operating restrictions – from 4pm Thursday 30 September 2021
This will be reviewed by the Queensland government fortnightly. We will continue to provide Members with any further updates as they are provided. Many thanks for your on-going support during this period.
Posted 29 September 2021
Queensland Health has today confirmed two positive COVID cases in Queensland and both people live on the Gold Coast. The list of exposure sites on the Queensland Government website hasn’t been updated as yet, however a number of sites will be updated during the day. Given the extensive list of sites that are expected to be added including Mermaid Waters, Merrimac, Nerang, Surfers Paradise, Miami Beach and Currumbin, Members and their guests are requested to regularly review the exposure site list several times during the day today.
If you have visited any of these exposure sites, please act according to the health directive as listed on the website – isolate and seek a COVID test.
Effective immediately, all Members, guests and staff must wear face masks when outside of their place of residence, which includes the Clubhouse and golf shop and outdoors when you cannot physically distance. Masks may be removed when seated for eating and drinking only.
Once further updates become available they will be communicated, and we again request that you please regularly view the full list of exposure sites.
Posted 1 September 2021
Please see the below updates to Golf Club operations which have recently been amended due to easing of COVID-19 restrictions:
Golf Carts
Members may now ride together and the Club has reverted back to two (2) golf carts per group
Members’ Guests – Golf – the below outlines the current policy associated with guest access to the golf courses:
The Pines golf course – limited to three (3) guests per Member outside of competition times
The Palms golf course – no restrictions outside of competition times
Guests are not permitted during men’s competition times on either golf course
One guest per Member is permitted during ladies’ competition times on both golf courses (subject to approval from the Golf Operations Manager)
Social Sunday Events – limited to Members only at this time
Posted 27 August 2021
Following an announcement earlier today from the Queensland government, we are able to provide Members with the following update to Club operations and trading restrictions:
FOOD and BEVERAGE – from 4pm Friday 27 August 2021
Venue capacity will increase to one (1) person per two (2) square meters indoors and our dining spaces will be reset accordingly
Masks must continue to be worn indoors, except for while seated and eating or drinking
Patrons will once again be able to stand to consume food and beverage
Dancing is permitted however if you cannot physically distance a mask must be worn.
All Members must sign in by using the QR Code available to them on entry
GOLF – From Saturday 28 August 2021
One (1) player per cart (unless living in the same household) will continue
Masks no longer are required to be worn outdoor unless you are unable to stay more than 1.5m distance from people who are not a part of your household. You must carry a mask with you at all times.
Please note Members’ guests will continue to not be permitted on the golf courses and we will advise Members in the future as to when this may change. Members are permitted to bring guests to the Clubhouse.
Posted 19 August 2021
Following an announcement yesterday from the Queensland government, we are able to provide Members with the following update to Club operations and trading restrictions.
GOLF – From Saturday 21 August 2021
Please note Members’ guests will continue to not be permitted and the Club will advise Members in the future as to when this may change. Due to Golf Clubhouse and golf course restrictions a decision has been made to cancel the Members’ Guest Day on Sunday 29 August 2021. This event will remain a Social Sunday fixture.
Any Member with a guest booked, can you please cancel their booking. Alternatively, the golf services team will delete the guest bookings on Saturday 21 August 2021.
FOOD and BEVERAGE – from 4pm Friday 20 August 2021 until at least 4pm Friday 27 August 2021
We will continue to provide Members with any further updates as they are provided. Many thanks for your on-going support during this period.
Posted 14 August 2021
New South Wales Border Zone Update
Following the announcement of a state-wide lockdown in New South Wales, from 8pm Saturday 14 August, NSW border zone residents can only enter Queensland for obtaining essential goods and services that can’t reasonably be obtained in NSW.
You will only be able to enter Queensland for the essential purposes below
You cannot enter Queensland:
If you go outside of the New South Wales border zone in New South Wales, or another hotspot, you will not be able to re-enter Queensland via road and will have to quarantine for 14 days in government arranged accommodation at your own expense when you come home by air.
Importantly, anyone who has been in northern NSW recently should get tested immediately if they have any symptoms at all, even really mild symptoms.
For more information on this border update and the permitted reasons to enter Queensland, please visit
https://www.qld.gov.au/travel-to-queensland#nsw-border-zone-resident
Posted 13 August 2021
From 1am AEST Saturday 14 August 2021, the Australian Capital Territory will be a declared hotspot.
The ACT is an interstate place of concern from 1am AEST 9 August 2021.
Stay at home restrictions are in place for anyone who has been in the ACT since 1am AEST Monday 9 August and enters Queensland before 1am Saturday 14 August 2021. If you have been anywhere in ACT LGA you must comply with these increased restrictions.
See an update about travelling from the ACT
From 12pm AEST Thursday 12 August 2021, South Australia is no longer a declared hotspot.
Anyone who has been to a hotspot in the last 14 days or since their identified start date (whichever is shorter) will not be allowed to enter Queensland, unless they are a Queensland resident or are allowed to enter for a limited range of essential purposes. Anyone allowed to enter will need to complete 14 days mandatory quarantine.
Posted 8 August 2021
The Club is pleased to provide Members with the following confirmation of operations at the Club from tomorrow:
GOLF – will operate from tomorrow with the following rules in place:
FOOD and BEVERAGE
Lakeview Bar and the Coffee Cart will be open tomorrow with normal trading hours however we will only be offering a limited menu for food until Tuesday.
Reception will be open from 9am to assist Members with any enquires or questions they may have.
Posted 1pm Sunday 8 August 2021
With the news of the lockdown lifting this afternoon, the team are in the process of preparing the Club for operation from tomorrow. Unfortunately at this time, the rules relating to our operations are yet to be communicated by the Government. When we have the appropriate information, we will send a message to the membership to clarify how we will operate which will hopefully be some time this afternoon.
Thank you for your patience, we look forward to seeing you back at the Club soon.
Posted 12:15pm Monday 2 August 2021
This morning, the Deputy Premier announced that the current lockdown will be extended until 4pm Sunday 8 August 2021. Based on this advice, the Golf Club, golf courses and all practice facilities will remain closed until Monday 9 August 2021. Golf Club Reception will be open on Tuesday from 10am until 2pm and then be closed until Monday 9 August 2021. If Members have any enquiries, please email info@scgcc.com.au and we will endeavour to respond as promptly as possible.
For further information from the Queensland Government please click here.
We will keep Members up to date if there are any changes to the rules around golf and as we draw closer to the end of the lockdown this Sunday.
Many thanks for your on-going support during this period.
Posted 4:45pm Saturday 31 July 2021
This morning, the Deputy Premier announced that as of 4pm this afternoon, Saturday 31 July 2021, the South East Queensland LGAs of Brisbane, Gold Coast, Ipswich, Lockyer Valley, Logan City, Moreton Bay, Noosa, Redland City, Scenic Rim, Somerset and Sunshine Coast, will go into a three day lockdown which will be effective until 4pm, Tuesday 3 August 2021.
Residents living in the above areas must stay at home and can only leave their residence for the following four key reasons:
NOTE: The QLD Chief Health Officer, Dr Jeannette Young has confirmed that due to the stricter lockdown restrictions the playing of golf is not permitted as a form of exercise over the next three days. Golf Clubs located in the above LGAs will be required to close.
For further information from the Queensland Government please click here.
Please see below the trading conditions and hours operations for Golf Club departments during the 3-day lockdown period:
Golf Courses and Practice Facilities
Clubhouse
Golf Club Reception
Tuesday 3 August – open from 10am – 3pm (for phone and email enquiries)
Golf Shop
Country Club
At this stage, Wednesday golf operations will return to as per the tee sheets for both The Pines and The Palms. We will keep Members up to date over the next few days as more information comes to hand.
Posted 11:30am Saturday 31 July 2021
The Premier has announced that as of 4pm today, Saturday 31 July 2021, South East Queensland will go into a three day lockdown. As a result of this, the Club’s trading hours have been amended as follows:
Clubhouse
Golf Competition
Golf Shop
Driving Range
The Club will communicate further information and updates this evening via email and on the Club’s website.
Updated 4pm Thursday 29 July 2021
Mask wearing will be extended until at least 6am Friday 6 August 2021 for people living in South East Queensland in the following Local Government Areas (LGAs):
All Members, guests and staff must wear face masks when outside of their place of residence, which includes the Clubhouse and golf shop and outdoors when you cannot physically distance. Masks may be removed when seated for eating and drinking only.
A further reminder that the below rules still apply:
Updated 4pm Monday 26 July 2021
The Queensland government has listed current contact tracing alerts and public health advice for numerous locations around Brisbane and the Gold Coast.
The list of exposure sites is frequently changing and being updated, and now includes Pacific Fair Shopping Centre, Harbour Town, Super Q Centre, Parkwood and Westfield Helensvale Shopping Centre, plus many more. Click here to view the most up to date list of exposure sites.
All Members and their guests are requested to view the full list of locations. If you have visited any of these exposure sites, please act according to the health directive.
Updated 2pm Sunday 25 July 2021
The Queensland Government has relaxed some COVID-19 regulations including permitting rakes to bunkers and for the removal of flag sticks whilst putting. These changes will be applicable at the Club from Monday 26 July 2021.
The below rules have been updated with these changes:
Updated 9pm Thursday 22 July 2021
COVID-19 restrictions will be eased from 6am Friday 23 July 2021, while mask wearing will be extended for people living in South East Queensland in the following Local Government Areas (LGAs):
The following restrictions are to be adhered at the Club to until at least 6am on Friday 30 July 2021:
From 6am Friday 23 July 2021:
From 1am AEST Friday 23 July 2021, all of New South Wales will be a declared COVID-19 hotspot. A border zone will come into effect at this time.
The following are currently declared COVID-19 hotspots:
If you have been in a declared COVID-19 hotspot in the last 14 days you will not be allowed to enter Queensland, except for a limited range of people who can enter for essential purposes.
View the list of current COVID-19 hotspots.
For Members and their guests who reside or travel to border zone areas, you must complete a declaration to enter Queensland from anywhere in Australia or New Zealand that is not a declared COVID-19 hotspot.
A New South Wales border zone will come into effect from 1am AEST Friday 23 July 2021 when all of New South Wales will be a declared hotspot.
New South Wales border zone residents can only cross the border for a permitted purpose. Likewise, Queensland residents can only enter the New South Wales border zone for a permitted purpose.
You cannot cross the border for recreation or tourist activities or events, to visit a show or restaurant, or for a holiday.
Queensland residents and New South Wales border zone residents can only cross the border to:
You can stay overnight as needed for one of the above reasons.
Border zone residents and Queensland residents cannot cross the border for:
This includes to play golf. The Club requests any Members and their guests who reside or travel through the New South Wales border zone not to attend the Club at this time.
New South Wales border zone residents and Queensland residents cannot travel south outside the border zone in New South Wales and then enter Queensland until it has been 14 days since they were south of the border zone. If they need to return to Queensland within the 14 days they will need to go into hotel quarantine.
Updated 5pm Thursday 22 July 2021
A reminder to all Members and their invited guests that our priority remains to ensure the health and safety of all Members, guests and staff. Keeping in line with COVID-safe practices, strict procedures have been implemented and we kindly request all Members and guests to adhere to the following guidelines:
