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monthly report to the greens convenor who, in turn, relays any important information about the course to the committee and members,” he added.


The striking beauty of the course is enhanced by a number of specific features, including a wooded area with a wildflower carpet, a number of water areas and small bridges, and some seated areas for players to catch their breath and admire the view. “These areas all help the look of the


place,” added John. “There are also a number of paths and flower beds located on


the course.” “All the staff are up to date with the current legislation and I am in charge of the first aid around here. We really do operate like a well-oiled machine,” he laughed.


Machinery policy


Running a well maintained golf course is not only dependent on the skill sets of the head greenkeeper and his or her team, as the availability and condition of the equipment they use is also a major factor. At Ballyclare Golf Club, the team have


access to a wide number of machines and tools that make their jobs just that little bit easier. “All our equipment is in good condition,” John said. “We like to look after the machines and make them all last for a while. We would normally purchase the larger machinery from local dealers on a five year replacement deal, depending on the machine of course,” he said. Toro is the preferred choice due to the wide selection of machines and, of course, price and brand reliability.


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