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CAPTAIN’S REPORT APRIL 2018 BY SCOTT WAGSTAFF W edition for 2018 and I am particularly excited about our schedule this year. It’s been a great start to the year albeit some average weather. We have been fortunate enough to visit two great facilities in Maroochy River and The Pines at Sanctuary Cove already. Both both facilities were fantastic hosts and did their absolute best to ensure we had a great day. Thanks to GM’s Charlie McGill and Paul Sanders for all their help. Our membership continues to grow steadily which is really exciting and hopefully a sign we are doing some good things. The mixture of education and networking is always our focus and I have events. Welcome to those who have just become involved with GMAQ. OPENING EVENT – MAROOCHY RIVER the beautiful and only 2 1/12 years old facility at Maroochy River hosted by GM Charlie McGill. The group was able to enjoy the outstanding facilities as well as the Graham Marsh designed golf course. The day began with a presentation on getting Partner Club Super. A presentation that was well received and delivered by Brenda Gormley. The group then heard from brand new GMA National provided an insight into the model for the organisation, a concept that was well received by the Queensland members and has the support of the GMAQ Executive. Jim noted that no model had yet been formed but after his initial few months, this would be developed and he would then seek feedback from the various States and members to ensure that the proposed model is something that will work and will be better than what we currently have. After the presentations the members enjoyed lunch and then headed out onto the golf course to enjoy the relatively new, yet impressive, course. It was noted that the club had experienced 200mm rain over the previous week, however, apart from carts on paths and a couple of damp areas the course presented beautifully and showed the incredible drainage on the site. Winning the Four-Ball Multiplier for the day was Gavin Lawrence (Keperra) and brand new member Jason Bradley (Wynnum). Max Mason played well in the individual event (in conjunction) to win with 41 points. 20 I WWW.GMA.ORG.AU