Here follows a summary of the main matters that the Board discussed at the 3rd October 2024 meeting:
In the absence of Steve Healy Karen Wood was appointed to chair the meeting.
Attendees:
- Present: Karen Wood, Jo Setright, Tony Percival, Patricia Biszewski, Doug Bain, Terry Little, Mike Wilkins, Alan Downie.
- In Attendance: Josh Madden (General Manager), Josh Whitehouse (Operations Manager).
- Apologies: Stephen Healy.
Key Discussions and Decisions:
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Dam Safety: The Honeysuckle Creek Dam report was reviewed with no issues. The dam needs dredging as its capacity has reduced, and a quote is to be investigated.
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Membership Updates: Will Hammond was offered a Junior Development Scholarship, along with Chloe Sun, Miles Ward, and Xavier Dent.
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CEO Report Highlights:
- New Superintendent Mark Ward starts on 14th October.
- Recruitment challenges in staffing for Food & Beverage and Golf Course were noted.
- Review of member categories and intake numbers is underway, with potential changes in the waitlist process.
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GBAS Survey: The Board is waiting for further steps and benchmarking results from GBAS, comparing KGC to other North Shore clubs.
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Clubhouse Redevelopment: Concerns were raised about timing, member feedback, and pending updates on government housing reforms. A presentation for members may be delayed.
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Grounds Committee: Concerns over the water license, dam capacity, and the need for dredging were discussed. A bridge on the 8th hole is under review.
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Finance Committee: Cash flow, term deposits, and the 2025 budget were discussed. Payroll inefficiencies and the need for better HR processes were highlighted.
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Other Committees:
- Match: Policy on team selection and disciplinary issues were reviewed, with a special meeting planned.
- Women’s Committee: They thanked the organizers for Founders Day and noted that the KGC podcast was completed.
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Action Items: Various ongoing tasks were assigned to management, including water license follow-ups, reviewing contractors, and presenting playing category recommendations.
