November 2008

WELCOME...

For new subscribers welcome to Troon Talk, our email newsletter keeping you informed of events and activities from the World of Troon Golf.

In September regular readers will recall that we launched our new Online Booking Portal allowing you the chance to book your round of golf via our website. Since the launch we have had over 1000 people book online - so go ahead and try it - there is no upfront payment required.

As with any new system or program we will look to improve its functionality and efficiency in the coming months to make it as simple as possible to book your tee time online.

As an incentive to book online through the Troon Golf website we are offering a 10% saving if you book your round during summer. See below for more details.

We trust you will enjoy this edition of Troon Talk and welcome your feedback as always. Good Golfing!

WALK THE WALK WITH TROON

We see it so often in the sporting arena and for that matter the political and commercial worlds – can those who talk the talk also walk the walk? Legendary boxer Muhammad Ali was undoubtedly one of the best exponents of 'walking the walk' after he'd 'talked the talk'!

At Troon Golf our goal is to ‘Walk the Walk’ by delivering to you the best possible playing experience every time you visit any of the facilities under our management. By ‘experience’ we don't just mean smooth putting surfaces or groomed fairways - we're talking about the overall experience that encompasses service, value for money, and an overall postive impression prompting you to return.

In order to continue to improve all aspects of operating and managing golf courses, Troon Golf places a high degree of importance on the Guest Surveys and Comment Cards that we receive from you.

Next time you play a Troon Golf managed course be sure to complete our Guest Survey or Comment Card. We want your feedback so when we ‘Talk the Talk’ we can also ‘Walk the Walk’.

THE TROON ADVANTAGE

Being a member at a Troon Golf managed facility offers unique benefits no other multi course network can provide in the Australia Pacific region with the possible exception of some traditional older clubs. We are referring of course to the Troon Advantage Voucher program.

The Troon Advantage Voucher program provides full golf members of Troon managed facilities in Australia with 3 complimentary vouchers to play at the other managed courses in the region. In 2009 we are offering 2 "Joker" vouchers which will allow members to bring a guest for free on 2 occasions at other Troon managed courses excluding their own.

What better way to start your golfing year than to join a Troon managed club when you are considering membership.

SAVE 10% DURING SUMMER - BOOK ONLINE!

To celebrate summer Troon Golf is offering a 10% saving off all green fees booked online via our own website. Simply click here to register first and then book your next tee time at selected Troon managed courses.

Don't forget there is no upfront payment required!

A SMART WAY TO A BETTER FAIRWAY

This offer is valid for play from 1 December 2008 to 28 February 2009. Saving relates to the published online rate only. This offer is not valid in conjunction with any other offer.

FACILITY SPECIAL OFFERS & EVENTS

For Special Offers at the facilities under our management please click here.

In addition to the offers listed above there are some great events taking place in the coming months - This Month's Special Event is the Lexus Challenge 2008 at Links Hope Island on Thursday 11th December. For details call the Club on (07) 5530 9000.

TROON NEWS

The 2009 Troon Cardwill be available in December for only AUD$30. The Card offers you and a guest the chance to play at selected Troon managed courses at preferred rates. Sign up in December and receive 13 months for the price of 12.

The 2008 Troon Invitational was played at Kooindah Waters on Friday 14^th November. The 2 Ball Ambrose Format saw the pairing of Andrew Dalgairns and Andrew Bond take home the trophy and great prizes from Callaway. Congratulations!

Troon Rewards recently signed up its 750th member which is a reflection on the success of the program to date. Be sure to sign up when you next play a Troon managed facility to start earning Rewards points.

CLUB FEATURE - TWIN CREEKS

Twin Creeks Golf & Country Club is gaining a reputationto be one of Sydney's finest new private golf facilities with its semi rural setting only 40 minutes west of the CBD.

It is a credit to the General Manager and his team that the feedback we receive is overwhelmingly positive with many people commenting on the Club's excellent service standards, course conditioning and overall golfing experience. As a relatively newcomer to the Sydney golf scene Twin Creeks has established itself as a modern vibrant club for members and their guests whilst also accommodating corporate and group golf.

Many golfers have adopted Twin Creeks as their second club which is not surprising given the difficulty they face getting on the tee sheet at their own club particularly on weekends.

With Sydney's population projected to increase to 5 million over the next decade it is no wonder the "early adopters" amongst us are looking after their own self interests on the golf & leisure front!