Visitors

Members are welcome to invite guests to enjoy the privileges of the course and the Clubhouse in the company of the member.

Green fees (inc. GST) for guests, who must be accompanied by a member, are payable at the Golf Shop.

Green fees must be paid at all times other than stipulated Guest days.

Guests may be introduced to the privileges of the Club by all members and may play on the course on such days as the member is entitled to play, with the exception of Thursday afternoons, Wednesday mornings and Saturday.

The traditions of the game demand members exhibit high levels of etiquette both on the Course and in the Clubhouse.

Etiquette is explained in detail in Section 1 of the ‘Rules of Golf’ and in Golf Australia’s ‘Tee It Up’. Complimentary copies of both these resources are available for collection from administration.

“Keep Pace” is a Rosanna Golf Club initiative to ensure competition rounds are played within an appropriate length of time to make golf more enjoyable for everyone.

• Keep pace with the group ahead;
• 4 hours target time to complete 18 holes;
• Ready golf;
• Pace of play will be monitored and Rule 6-7 enforced.

Detailed information on the “Keep Pace” program is available from Administration.

For quick rulings / decisions, please click on the link below:
The R&A – Rules and Amateur Status

1. OUT OF BOUNDS – (Rule 27-1)

All ground beyond the line of the inside edge of the out of bounds posts or the club’s boundary fences (excluding angled supports) is out of bounds.

2.  STAKED TREES AND SHRUBS (INCLUDING GUARD/STAKES)

If a staked tree/shrub interferes with a player’s stance or the area of his intended swing, the ball must be lifted, without penalty, and dropped in accordance with Rule 24-2b(i). The ball may be cleaned when so lifted.

3. IMMOVABLE OBSTRUCTIONS – (Rule 24-2)

The following items are defined as immovable obstructions:

• Grates, Sprinkler Heads & Tap Covers. Specimen Local Rule 4 of Appendix 1, Part A, page 146 of the 2016 Rules of Golf also applies for immovable obstructions close to the putting green.
• All stakes defining Water Hazards(inc Lateral Hazards); GUR areas and stakes (and/or guards) supporting staked trees/shrubs.
• Wooden steps leading in to bunkers.
• Artificially surfaced paths and roads

 Notes:

i) Wooden steps are deemed to be outside of the bunker, therefore if the ball lies on the steps relief can be taken outside the bunker.

ii) All other course paths and roads are an integral part of the course.

4. STONES IN BUNKERS

Stones in bunkers are movable obstructions. Rule 24-1 applies.

5. GROUND UNDER REPAIR (Rule 25)

Those areas the margins of which are defined by white stakes, white lines, GUR signage and / or accompanying rope.  Players may take relief in accordance with Rule 25-1.
 In addition:

• Operating sprinkler:
  Through the green, the area being sprayed by an operating sprinkler is GUR. Relief may be taken as per rule 25-1b.
• Wheel marks:
  Except in a hazard, wheel marks made by motorised vehicles are GUR. Relief may be taken as per rule 25-1b.
• Garden beds:
  Garden beds adjacent to the 1st, 4th and 10th tees are GUR. Play is prohibited and relief must be taken as per rule 25-1b.
• Damage to bunkers caused by animals:
  If a player’s ball lies in an area of a bunker damaged by animals such as kangaroos, foxes etc, or the area interferes with the player’s stance or swing, the player may take relief under Rule 25-1b (ii). Players should note that relief must be taken within the bunker.

6. DROPPING ZONES AT THE 2ND, 8TH, 10TH & 14th HOLES

If, during the play of the 2nd, 8th, 10th & 14th holes the ball crosses the margin of the hazard between the green stakes, the player may under the penalty of one stroke, drop the ball in the nearest dropping zone (even though this may be nearer the hole).

7. DISTANCE MEASURING DEVICES

For all play at Rosanna Golf Club, a player may obtain distance information by use of a distance-measuring device  that measures distance only. If, during a stipulated round, a player uses a distance measuring device to gauge or measure other conditions that might affect his play (e.g. elevation changes, wind speed, etc.) the player is in breach of Rule 14-3.

8. ACCIDENTAL MOVEMENT OF A BALL ON A PUTTING GREEN

When a player’s ball is at rest on the putting green, there is no penalty if the ball or ball-marker is accidentally moved by the player, his partner, his opponent, or any of their caddies or equipment.  The moved ball or ball-marker must be replaced.  Note: If the ball was moved as a result of wind, water or some other natural cause such as the effects of gravity, the ball must be played as it lies from its new location with no penalty.

PENALTY FOR BREACH OF LOCAL RULE

• Match play – Loss of hole
• Stroke play – Two strokes
• For subsequent offence – Disqualification

MARKERS

• Yellow stakes or lines – Water hazard
• Red stakes or lines – Lateral water hazard
• White stakes or lines – Ground under repair
• White stakes with black tops – Out of bounds
• Green stakes – Indicate use of dropping zone
• Blue lines – Markings for ground staff
• Distance markers can be found on the sprinkler heads and show distance to the centre of the green

IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY

Please use your mobile phone and take the following steps:

1. If an ambulance is required – call 000 immediately before you contact anyone else
2. Call the golf shop or office for assistance on (03) 9431 1033

INTERACTIVE RULES QUIZ

To test your knowledge of the Rules of Golf, participate in an Interactive Rules Quiz by clicking the links below:

USGA Rules Quiz
R&A Rules Quiz

The overriding principle of the Club’s dress rules is that clothing worn by all members, caddies, guests and visitors is smart, neat, clean, comfortable and befitting the standards of a private golf club.

Listed below are guidelines to assist members, however Directors or their delegate(s) reserve the right to determine whether a person’s dress is acceptable.

COURSE AND PRACTICE FACILITIES

• Members are required to wear golf attire that is designed and sold for the purposes of playing golf.
• No denim is to be worn on course and men are not to wear three quarter length pants.
• Trousers, skirts and shorts must be tailored, with a zip and a proper waistband (i.e. no elastic waist or draw strings). Cargo style shorts and trousers are not acceptable (i.e. no external pockets).
• Shirts must have a collar or be a golf style turtle neck design.
• Shirts may be worn loose and not tucked in.
• Other than when wearing full length trousers, socks must be predominantly white.
• Anklet, short or long walk socks are permitted. Sockettes or no socks are not permitted.
• Hats must be worn as intended by their manufacturer’s design.
• Golf shoes with spikes (soft or metal) or dimple soles must be worn.

CLUBHOUSE (unless specified, course & practice facility rules apply)

• Neat, clean casual clothing or golfing attire is acceptable.
• Footwear must be smart. Leather slip-on shoes or laced deck shoes may be worn without socks by ladies. Men may wear open toed dress sandals with a back strap. Rubber thongs are not permitted.
• Clean golf shoes with soft spikes or dimple soles may be worn in all areas of the Clubhouse. Metal spiked shoes are not permitted.
• Denim (neat casual standard) may be worn in the Clubhouse only.
• No hats or caps in Clubhouse.

UNACCEPTABLE ITEMS ON THE COURSE, PRACTICE FACILITIES OR CLUBHOUSE

• Tracksuits.
• Industrial work clothing.
• Soiled, torn, or damaged clothing.
• Singlets or casual t-shirts.
• Rubber thongs.
• Clothing with bold logos or large advertising motifs.