Published on 12th March 2025

Cyclone Alfred – Rolling Updates (as at 12/3)

Call for Volunteers – Issued 12/3

The Club will be holding a Volunteer working bee on Friday (14th) between 8am to 11am.  Members wishing to assist can book in via the Member website/Booking Portal and head to Friday the 14th to confirm your attendance.  This will assist the Club in providing up to date information to those attending. Members are asked to congregate at the Golf Shop at 7:50am in readiness for 8am. Members attending are asked to bring the following items (if possible):

  • Gloves
  • Grass rake
  • Water
  • Sun Protection / Sunscreen
  • Hat

A light morning tea will be provided following 11am.

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Update – Issued 11/3

Parts of the course were finally accessible this morning for the first time since late last week.
Unfortunately, significant flooding has impacted the course, with water only receding last night. This has resulted in widespread damage, including several large trees being brought down across fairways and playing surfaces. Several bridges remained underwater until late last night. Please refer to the attached photos for further details.
At this stage, the course will remain closed until Friday, when a further inspection will be conducted. While we are cautiously optimistic, the course remains extremely wet and largely inaccessible for maintenance staff and contractors. Additionally, a full safety assessment has not yet been completed, limiting our understanding of the full scope of damage and the necessary cleanup strategy.
The Club sincerely thanks the members who have already offered to volunteer with the cleanup. However, at this time, access remains unsafe due to wet conditions. We anticipate managing the cleanup using recently acquired machinery, which should expedite the process. With dry and windy weather expected in the coming days, we are hopeful for improved conditions.
On a positive note, the newly installed retaining wall on the 8th hole—although not yet completed—has withstood the conditions well and remains firmly in place.
On behalf of the Club, we hope all members and their families have remained safe during the challenging weather conditions brought by Cyclone Alfred, with minimal impact to their homes.
We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
Thank you for your patience and support.

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Update – Issued 9/3

Following an initial course inspection conducted Sunday morning, the Course has received significant rainfall with several holes going under.  A decision has been made that the Course and Clubhouse will remain closed indefinitely.  A further update will be provided Tuesday.

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Club Closure – Weekend – Issued 7/3

As a consequence of the continued weather conditions, a decision has been made for the Golf Course & Clubhouse to remain closed for Saturday and Sunday.  A further communication regarding the Club Championships will issued in the next few days.  The social event for Saturday afternoon has also been postponed and will be rescheduled at a future date.  A further communication will be issued on Sunday with an update on the situation.

Members are reminded to check the Club Website for the latest information.   We hope members stay safe and take care over the weekend.

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Club Closure – Issued 5/3

In light of the current weather predictions surrounding Cyclone Alfred, the Club has made the decision to close the Course & Clubhouse from COB tonight (Wednesday) for both Thursday (6th) & Friday (7th).  The Gates will be locked and the Club will be secured.

Essential Staff will be working remotely (should it be necessary to ensure timely and accurate communications are delivered to Members via emails and member posts.

While it is likely the Course & Clubhouse will remain closed over the weekend, this decision will be made on Friday.

Stay safe over the next few days, and the Club will provide updates as needed.

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Club Update – Issued 4/3

We are closely monitoring the approaching cyclone and want to inform you about potential course and clubhouse closures to ensure everyone’s safety.

Course & Clubhouse Access

  • The golf course and clubhouse may be closed at short notice based on safety assessments and government advisories.
  • The threat of high winds and flooding is being closely monitored.

Potential Closure Timing

  • If we receive a government notice indicating a 6-12-hour window before landfall, we will initiate a closure within 2 hours to allow all members, guests, and staff to return home safely.

Updates on Club Championships and general play

  • We understand the importance of upcoming events, notably the Club Championships.
  • Updates on play and competition schedules will be provided as more information becomes available.
  • Please stay tuned for further announcements via Member posts (homepage), email and social media.

Coaching Clinics

  • If coaching clinics need to be cancelled, updates will be provided via Member posts (homepage) and issued directly to participants.
  • We appreciate your understanding and will work to reschedule where possible.

Communication & Contact

  • We will provide timely updates on potential closures and reopening via Member posts (homepage) email and social media.
  • Members can see at any time whether the Course is open by looking at the Current Course Condition which is displayed on the RHD of the Club’s landing page (www.keperragolf.com.au).  Refer images below at end of email (red circle).
  • If you need assistance, please get in touch with the club via admin@keperragolf.com.au.

Reopening Information

  • We will assess conditions as soon as they are safe and notify members regarding reopening schedules.
  • Updates will be communicated through Member posts (homepage), email and social media.

Course Preparations & Safety Measures

  • All on-course items, inclusive of markers and flags, will be secured or removed.
  • Please avoid visiting the club during extreme weather events to ensure your safety.

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We appreciate your patience and cooperation during this time. Please stay safe and follow all official weather warnings.

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