Organised by the

Racecourse Reserve | Cameron Road | Greerton | P O Box 3037 
Tauranga 3142 | Bay of Plenty | New Zealand
Phone: 64 7 5788465 | Fax: 64 7 5785071 | email: secretary@taurangagolf.co.nz
Tournament Director: Grant Scoones | Ph; 64 7 5788465 ext 4 / 027 2415150 | Email: manager@taurangagolf.co.nz
Tournament Administrator: Claire Ward - Ph: 64 7 5788465 ext 3

Hosted  by:
Tauranga | Mount Maunganui | Omanu | Te Puke | Omokoroa Golf Clubs

ABOUT THE EVES 5 COURSE CLASSIC

In February of each year, one of the worlds largest individual stableford tournaments draws keen club golfers from New Zealand and abroad to play in a 90 hole stableford competition played on five superb championship courses in the glorious

weather of the sub-tropical Western Bay of Plenty region of New Zealand. The field of 480 players is drawn into four equal groups, and play a different course each day. The host courses of Tauranga, Mount Maunganui, Omokoroa, Omanu and Te Puke are within a 30 minute drive of the Tauranga City central UBD and airport, and an hour from Rotorua and two hours from Auckland. All participants enjoy a fantastic week of golf and social activities and the best weather that the Western Bay of Plenty can provide.

2010 Tournament Dates - The 2010 Eves 5-Course Classic will be played from Monday 1 to Friday 5 February.

Entries - The entry form is now available as a download from this website and entries are now being accepted. An entry form will also be mailed to the last known address of players in the most recent Eves 5-Course Classic, plus any players who have registered their interest with the Tauranga Golf Club.

Limitation on Entries - The field will be limited to the first 480 paid

entries. The Match Committee reserves the right to refuse any entry without having to state a reason for doing so. A reserve list will be maintained on this website once the entry limit has been reached.

Entry Fee - The entry fee for the tournament is NZ$180 inclusive of Goods and Services Tax, 2's, and daily and overall prizes. Entry Fees can be direct credited to our bank account, details of which are on the Entries web page.

Eligibility - The tournament is open to amateur golfers who are full financial members of golf clubs affiliated to NZ Golf. Entries from overseas players will also be accepted provided they are affiliated to their national golfing organisation. From this year, all players are required to show evidence of a minimum of 20 rounds played prior to the commencement of the tournament (this can be supplied on entry by way of a scoring record from the players home club) and the Tournament Director may refuse any entry or amend a players handicap index if this condition is not met.

Handicap Limits - The maximum handicap Index is 36.4 for men and women.Rules - The rules for the tournament will be the R&A Rules of Golf, plus any Local Rules in force at participating clubs.

Competition - The tournament is a 90 hole stableford competition played 18 holes each day. Prizes will be presented for daily rounds and series aggregate points in three mens and two womens handicap division.
ABOUT THE WESTERN BAY OF PLENTY

When English navigator Captain James Cook sailed into the region in 1769 aboard the Bark HMS Endeavour he was so impressed he aptly named the area The Bay of Plenty. The region is still living up to it's name and is one of the country's preferred holiday destinations surrounded by over 100kms of glittering white sand, crystal clear, rolling surf beaches, beautiful harbours and an unbeatable lifestyle.

Located on the East Coast of New Zealand’s beautiful North Island, the Bay of Plenty offers so much choice. Head for the coast and take the opportunity to surf, fish, hire a boat or just dig your toes in the sand and read your book. Drive inland to explore untouched New Zealand forests; discover the charms of inland towns, restful harbour sanctuaries and fresh, tumbling river waters. In the Bay of Plenty there is something for everyone.

Everything you need for your ultimate holiday can be found here - sun, surf and seaside cafes, golf courses, endless amounts of activities and attractions or in the heart of Tauranga City here are a plethora of bars, restaurants and specialty stores so you can party or shop 'til you drop'. The pace of life can be leisurely here in the Bay of Plenty. Take the time to sample fresh fruit and vegetables bought from stalls along the road side, chat to the locals and feel yourself unwind.Or if you’re an adrenaline junkie, the region has plenty of thrill seeker activities on offer. Experience jet boating, sky diving, white water rafting, 4WD escapades or take the whole family to an adventure park for a big day out.Whether you’re looking to experience New Zealand’s natural wonders, enjoy the vibrancy of cafes, restaurants and shopping or relaxing on beaches, the Bay of Plenty has it all, and the Eves 5-Course Golf Classic is a great way to start your holiday at the height of the New Zealand summer. $160 to play five championship rated courses over a week of superb competition with like-minded golfers has got to be the deal of the century - Register with us NOW.

Bay of Plenty Region

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