Notice: Nominations Board

UPDATE 29 OCTOBER 2025

Nominations Received:

Scott Somerville – Director (Proposers: Gary Lord & Alison Andrews)

Linda Lea – Treasurer (Proposers: Alison Andrews & Gary Lord)

Alison Andrews – President (Proposers: Gary Lord & Linda Lea)

Michael Cook – Director (Proposers: Alison Andrews & Gary Lord)

Our current Board members have indicated the following nomination intent:

President:  Alison Andrews (renominating)
Vice-President: Gary Lord (end of term, not renominating)
Captain: Alex Hunter (renominating)
Vice-Captain: Chris Connolly (end of term, not renominating)
Treasurer: Iain Spittal (end of term, not renominating)
Director: Richard Gobee (nominating as Vice-President)
Director: Michael Cook  (renominating)
Director: Mike McKinlay (nominating as Vice-Captain, plus Director)
Director: Linda Lea  (nominating as Treasurer)

Daniel Constable
GENERAL MANAGER

NOTICE 17 OCTOBER 2025

Dear members,

Please find attached  below  Notice with regards to the upcoming elections for the Manly GC Board. Nominations for Directors Opening Notice 2025 PUBLISHED

This will be the first year elections will be conducted under the triennial rule with terms for each role up for election as follows:

TRIENNIAL GROUPING

*Note: Director 1, Director 2, Director 3a and Director 3b terms in office shall be determined by drawing lots in the presence of the Returning Officer following the voting period and prior to the commencement of the next General Meeting – rule 48 2 – 2 (e).

Nominations are opening next Wednesday 22nd October with a copy of the nomination form available upon request  via reception (Monday-Friday) or email  gm@manlygolf.com.au.

Members eligible to nominate as a Director must be a financial 7-Day Playing Member, Special Member or Life Member of the Club, with at least five (5) years’ standing in aggregate as any Playing Member at the time of nomination. 

Important Dates – AGM & Election

·         Wed, 22 Oct: Nominations for Board open (10 business days prior to close of nominations).

·         Tue, 11 Nov: Nominations for Board close at 17:00 (30 days prior AGM per r.49(a))

·         Thu, 13 Nov: 28 days prior to AGM, Board candidate profiles published and emailed

·         Thu, 27 Nov: 14 days prior to AGM, election direct voting opens (direct online and in person) (per r. 49 (e)ii)

·         Sun, 7 Dec: 4 days prior to AGM, election direct voting closes 19:00 (10 days of voting per r. 49 (e)ii)

·         Thu, 11 Dec: AGM (7:00pm)

Life Member Richard Evans has been appointed as Returning Officer with Rod Valdes (Finance Manager) and Ken Munro (Life Member) both Electoral Officers.

Our current Board members have indicated the following nomination intent:

President:  Alison Andrews (renominating)
Vice-President: Gary Lord (end of term, not renominating)
Captain: Alex Hunter (renominating)
Vice-Captain: Chris Connolly (end of term, not renominating)
Treasurer: Iain Spittal (end of term, not renominating)
Director: Richard Gobee (nominating as Vice-President)
Director: Michael Cook  (renominating)
Director: Mike McKinlay (nominating as Vice-Captain, plus Director)
Director: Linda Lea  (nominating as Treasurer)

The Club extends its sincere thanks to those Directors who will conclude their terms at this election—Gary Lord, Chris Connolly, and Iain Spittal. Each has made a significant contribution to the stewardship and governance of the Club during their tenure, bringing insight, commitment, and professionalism to Board deliberations and to the broader advancement of the Manly Golf Club community.

Members who are interested in contributing to the continued success and good governance of the Club are warmly encouraged to consider nomination. Serving on the Board is both a privilege and a responsibility, offering an opportunity to apply your skills and experience toward the ongoing custodianship and delivery of our mission: “to provide an outstanding golfing experience through exceptional facilities and a culture of excellence in a village-minded community”.

For any queries regarding the nomination process please feel welcome to make arrangements for a discussion.

Sincerely,

Daniel Constable
GENERAL MANAGER