Text Box: All the lighting in the sheds has been checked, repairs made and they are now working. The next task is to finish organizing the work and storage sheds. One shed has been dedicated as the ’Volunteers Equipment Shed’. It needs to be cleared out of all unwanted machinery, bits and pieces so that hand mowers, tools etc can be properly stored and the area kept a safe working environment to Jamie and the volunteers. The Board has approved the purchase of a retractable shade system for the north end of ‘D’ green. It is hoped this will be constructed prior to the commencement of pennant. House The air conditioning units on the roof of the club house have been serviced and are now in a fully serviceable condition, ready for the summer period. David Burdett Facilities Director. Text Box: Sponsorship Report. The Grovedale Hotel have been the generous sponsors of the winter bowls program. It is intended to show appreciation by inviting members to partake of a special seniors menu provided by the hotel, to be organised early in the summer bowling season. ********** When travelling up through Bendigo, a visit for coffee or a meal at the National Hotel / Motel would be appreciated. Bruce Morcom, the licencee, is a Warracknabeal friend of Greens Director Graeme Clyne. The National provides an overnight voucher for dinner and accommodation as part of the Social Committee Christmas raffle. ******** Sponsorship is now in the capable hands of Mark Elford, Marg Webb, David Cairns and Thelma Carmichael. Any prospective sponsors known to members should be communicated to these people who will make the requisite contact Thank you Os.