Nick's Golf Handicaps
The 5th Trophy Winner will be the most Stableford Points on their two best rounds, 'cause a few are not playing all three courses.

THREE GOLF COURSES BOOKED - May 2025

Thus far, 8 have booked a room at The Carrington Hotel

You can cancel (with Ms Tinker) a booking at The Carrington Hotel, or postpone, provided at least 48 hrs prior notice is provided

Moose's Tournament Golf Rules

Pics from 1st Blue Mountains Tri Golf Course Stableford Challenge


Pics from 3rd Blue Mountains Tri Golf Course Stableford Challenge

Pics from 4th Blue Mountains Tri Golf Course Stableford Challenge

Poor weight transfer and inadequate 'follow through' at 4th BMC



Four different annual Blue  Mountains Stableford Winners thus far. 
But little skill amongst them. 
Perhaps the Handicapper to blame due to accepting pecuniary bribes..

5th Annual Blue Mountains Tri Golf Course Stableford Challenge-5th, 6th & 7th May '25

125 min direct train ride from Central Station in Sydney to Katoomba station, then 200m walk to The Carrington Hotel

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14 days forecast - Katoomba

Arrive in Leura Golf Course, 1 Sublime Point Rd, Leura (4.8km before Katoomba) by 11:05am Monday, 5th May '25, to Tee Off (with motorised carts) from 11:30am

Staying up to 3 nights at the Gearin Hotel, Katoomba Family Hotel, The Metropole Guesthouse,KatoombaThe Carrington or  Palais Royale
All five above lodgings in the heart of Katoomba
Three 
marvellous, full-of-history mountains golf courses over 3 days.  Option to play
Springwood Country Club
(Thurs 8th May) down the Mtn en route back to Sydney

Amazing natural wonders The Three Sisters, Katoomba Falls, and Echo Point.

In 2030, this majestic dual tournament trophy, befitting the gallant stature of the 'chosen few' competitors, will display up to  -

*   10 annual Blue Mountains Stableford Challenge individual winner shields; and 

*   5 annual Country Courses Tournament pairs Ambrose/par winners' shields starting with



Ample quaint cafes and restaurants in Katoomba, Wentworth Falls and Leura townships - catch a train to dinner at the nearby Hamlet of Leura on one night and a few hours later catch another train back to The Hub of the Universe (Katoomba Village).
Following a renovation, room prices had escalated at the Katoomba Family Hotel 15 Parke St, Katoomba

*     $150 per night for newly renovated Queen Rooms.

*     $180 per night for newly renovated Queen + Single Rooms.

*     $200 per night for newly renovated Queen Deluxe Rooms.

The Metropole Guesthouse, Katoomba (Traditional 1930's Style) - Cnr. Gang Gang Street and Lurline St, Katoomba View on map $55 per head p/n for twin share. Single rooms (toilets/showers down the hall) start at $75 p/n.  Superior Rooms $95.  Bookings for midweek get 3rd night at 50% price.

Twin share @ Palais Royale 230 Katoomba St (en suite bathroom) $90 p/h per night.

The renovated Gearin Hotel (1 Goldsmith Place, Katoomba) offers the cheapest rooms - double room with shared toilet and shower - over two or three nights - $89 p/n.

Or join The Toffs and pretentious socialites at the la-di-da Carrington Hotel - twin room, no en suite is $480 for 3 nights = $80 p/h p/n.  I spoke to a female named, Tinker, at The Carrington Hotel (02)4782.1111 at 11:20am on 19th March '25 who informed that The Carrington still allows to cancel a booking, or postpone a booking - provided at least 2 days notice is provided.

The Katoomba Family Hotel is a fully restored, historic public house in the heart of Katoomba, located 4 mins walk from Katoomba train station.

Ensuite rooms, as well as standard rooms with share bathrooms down the hall.

All pub style rooms offer clean, warm, comfortable accommodation close to rail and bus transport.

Katoomba Family Hotel offers rooms for $70 per single p/n, $100 per double and $50 p/h for share backpackers accommodation. Ensuite double rooms also available @ $150 p/n - double bed and a single bed.

A large screen TV room with tea and coffee making facilities, open fires, great meals in the bar and dining areas, off street parking, heated beer garden.

Brimming with history, The Metropole Guesthouse – established in the 1930s, is an outstanding hotel destination full of offbeat curiosities and art deco intrigue.

Living and breathing the Blue Mountains, our locally-based staff take pride in being your guide, outlining the best places to visit – the ‘must do’ attractions and the hidden treasures. Our attentive staff go out of their way to ensure your stay and overall Blue Mountains experience is extra special.

Conveniently located in the heart of the vibrant township of Katoomba, experience the old-world charm, elegance and rich history of our beautifully-appointed Guesthouse.

Two beaut photos of the splendid, lavish, opulent Katoomba Family Hotel that the rife-raf from St Pius are intimidated by 

Mon, 5th May '25 - 11:30am, 11:38am and 11:46am

Leura Golf Club - (02) 4785.0034
Sublime Point Road, Leura
On Sat 1  Mar '25 at 10:20am, I spoke to Therese in the Pro Shop and booked 18 holes for 10 players and 5 motorised golf carts.  I confirmed that booking to proshop@leuragolfclub.com.au .
18 Holes
18 holes - Mon to Fri - Visitors $48 p/h
Mid-Week Visitor Cart $44

     

Tues, 6th May '25 - 11:00am,11:08am & 11:16am hit-off
Royal & Ancient Blackheath Golf Club
Brightlands Ave, Blackheath

On Sunday 2 March '25 I emailed Jack 4787.8406
proshop@blackheathgolf.com.au
a booking for two @ four balls, one @ two balls and five carts for 11:00am, 11:08am and 11:16am at 1st Tee
on
Tues, 6th May '25
  18 Holes
Mid-Week 2 x players + 1 cart $99
 

 
Wed, 7th May '25 - 9:20am, 9:28am & 9:36am hit-off
  Wentworth Falls County Club
206-220 Blaxland Rd, Wentworth Falls   (02) 4757.1202
On 7 March'25, I  rec'd email confirmation from Steven at wentworthfallspro@gmail.com of above three Tee Off times, and 5 motorised carts available.
 
18 Holes
Midweek 2 players & cart $128
 

Thurs, 8h May '25 - 9am 

  Springwood Country Club
Hawkesbury Rd, Springwood,
(02) 4751 1122
18 Holes
Social Golf  -  Mon to Fri $35
Mid-Week Deal 2 players + 1 cart $90
 

Scenic World Katoomba

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                                      GOVETT’S LEAP LOOKOUT
One of the most famous lookouts in Australia. The magnificent waterfall drops a whopping 180m to the base of the cliff. The ‘ozone-laden’ air of the Blue Mountains was promoted as a health tonic since the early 1800s, and when you get there, you’ll realise why.
Located at the end of Govett’s Leap Road is Govett’s Leap lookout, which is possibly the second most popular vistas in the Blue Mountains. With a spectacular view of Govetts & Grose gorge the vertical cliffs drop 180 metres into the floor of the gorge.

                                    
  LEURA CASCADES PICNIC AREA

  CAMPBELL RHODODENDRON GARDENS
Created in 1970 on 18.5 hectares at the northern end of Blackheath.  Managed by the Blue Mountains Rhododendron Society, a community organization of volunteers with members throughout Australia.  It is a garden unique in the world – no other garden has attempted to plant exotics underneath their existing native bush on such a large scale. 

   THE THREE SISTERS
The Blue Mountains’ most spectacular landmark located at Echo Point Katoomba, around 2.5 kilometres from the Great Western Highway, this iconic visitor attraction is experienced by millions of people each year.