Competition Terms & Conditions
Access the current competition rules for Men’s and Ladies Golf, including eligibility, handicapping, entry, scorecards, prizes, pace of play, conduct and the use of golf buggies.
Select the relevant terms of competition
Members and visitors participating in club competitions should read the appropriate document before play. Each PDF contains the complete rules published by the relevant Golf Committee.
Men’s Golf
The Men’s Terms of Competition cover the Rules of Golf, WHS handicapping, membership eligibility, competition entry, scorecards, prizes, buggies, pace of play, Ready Golf and player conduct.
- Rules of Golf and local rules
- Competition and prize eligibility
- Entry, scorecards and results
- Pace of play and Ready Golf
- Dress code and serious misconduct
Ladies Golf
The Ladies Terms of Competition cover the Rules of Golf, WHS handicapping, eligibility, timesheets, competition entry, scorecards, prizes, match play and player responsibilities.
- Rules of Golf and local rules
- Handicap and member responsibilities
- Timesheets and entry requirements
- Scorecard completion and return
- Competition and prize procedures
What the documents cover
Handicapping
Competitions operate under the World Handicap System, with players responsible for returning scores and meeting WHS requirements.
Eligibility & Entry
The documents explain membership, payment, handicap and competition requirements that may affect eligibility to enter or win prizes.
Scorecards & Results
Players must enter competitions correctly, complete and return scorecards, enter scores and raise rules issues before results close.
Pace of Play
Players are expected to arrive on time, remain ready to play and keep position with the group ahead.
Golf Buggies
Buggy use depends on course conditions, committee permission and any medical-certificate restrictions in force.
Conduct & Disputes
Rules questions, disputes and serious misconduct are handled by the relevant Competition or Golf Committee.
Read the full document
These page summaries are for convenient navigation only. The linked PDF is the complete competition document.
Check notices on the day
Competition-specific conditions, local rules and course notices may supplement the general terms.
Ask before returning your card
Raise any Rules of Golf question with the Competition Committee before returning the scorecard.
Have a competition question?
Contact the club or speak with the Pro Shop or relevant Competition Committee if you need clarification about entry, eligibility, scorecards or a competition rule.
