Member Code of Conduct
It is a privilege to belong to Antill Park Country Golf Club and Members should always conduct themselves in an appropriate manner and uphold the highest standards of behaviour to:
- protect the health and safety of the Club’s employees and contractors;
- ensure the provision of a safe, respectful and enjoyable environment for Members and their guests;
- protect the ability of the Club to execute its public responsibilities to manage the Course, Clubhouse and Grounds; and
- protect the reputation of the Club.
On joining the Club, Members agree to be bound by this Code and the Club’s Rules and not behave in an unbecoming or dishonourable manner. Compliance with this code is a condition of membership. This includes but is not limited to:
- offensive, discriminatory, racist, sexist, aggressive or otherwise inappropriate actions towards any other person;
- harassment of any kind;
- unwanted physical contact;
- drunk or disorderly conduct;
- unsafe or unlawful conduct;
- abuse of, or inappropriate conduct towards staff members;
- non-compliance with instructions given by staff members;
- bringing alcohol on to the premises without authorisation;
- possession or use of illicit substances;
- misuse of membership entitlements;
- acting dishonestly in any dealings with the Club;
- any behaviour that brings the Club into disrepute.
Members must:
- treat all other Members and their guests and visitors to the Club fairly, equally and with respect;
- treat all staff fairly, equally and with respect and refrain from directing staff on how they should perform their duties.
- follow all reasonable directions given by Club Management or authorised Club representatives acting in their official capacity;
- be familiar with and comply with Club policies, procedures and By-laws;
- treat Club property and premises with respect;
- comply with Club safety practices and requirements;
- refrain from behaviour which may bring the Club into disrepute;
- understand there is explicit prohibition on intimidation, bullying, and threatening behaviour;
- not spread knowingly false allegations, harass Board members or staff, nor misuse confidential information.
Members with course privileges will:
- not manipulate the on-line booking system;
- members who continually cancel tee bookings within 24 hours of the tee time may only book times at the end of the field for such time as determined by the Match Committee;
- arrive at the tee ready to play at least ten minutes before the scheduled starting time, wearing appropriate golf attire in accordance with current dress standards;
- play all competition golf within the rules as prescribed by the R&A, the local rules and any temporary local rules;
- follow all recommendations and directions regarding pace of play and engage ready golf tactics should you fall behind the group in front;
- conduct themselves with golf etiquette at all times.
Members are expected to know the Rules, apply them and are responsible for ensuring guests also understand the Club’s expectations of them.
Breaches of this code of conduct either express or implied will be dealt with in accordance with the Club’s Complaints and Disputes process and may result in suspension or cancellation of membership.
Adherence to this Code will help us all ensure we have a safe, respectful and pleasant environment in which to enjoy the great privileges of membership of Antill Park Country Golf Club. All Members share responsibility for maintaining the integrity, culture and reputation of Antill Park Country Golf Club.
Board and Management, Antill Park Country Golf Club