Members' Update 23/10/2020

Dear Members,

The committee of the Deer Park Tennis Club hope that you and your family are doing well.

We do have some exciting news to share with you today, as we slowly work to open the tennis courts to our members, in a controlled and co ordinated manner, mindful of our responsibilities regarding our health, social distancing and updated Covid-19 restrictions. As we all know these rules are subject to change on a daily basis, so we will all have to be aware of our personal responsibilities. Please see the following link:

https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/how-stay-safe-and-well-covid-19

After the Victorian State Government relaxed Covid-19 restrictions, we are now allowed "training" in groups of no more than ten(10) people, paying respect to the updated Covid-19 rules. This does not mean that all of our 150 members should come down together to use the courts.

Our club is open for members to start training. If the courts are all used by members, we do not want people congregating, and suggest that you make it known to the players on the courts, that you will be waiting in your car. Club rules apply in this unlikely event, and courts must be vacated after 30 minutes of play, if people are waiting. Please introduce yourself as a member, and ask if the players are in fact members. If they are not members, then they should be requested to leave. Courts are reserved for financial members. An updated member's list will be displayed on the clubhouse window.

After understanding the Covid-19 restrictions, please ensure that you at least.-

If you are NOT well, DO NOT COME TO THE COURTS. You should seek medical attention.

1. All visitors must sign in for contact tracing if the need arises. ie.- Date, Time in out, Name(s) and contact phone number(s) please.
2. Wash your hands before and after play using a hand sanitiser. Please bring for your own for personal use.
3. Do NOT shake hands.
4. Exercise social distancing. Remember 1.5 meter rule.
5. Do not share equipment. You must have your own racquet.
6. Keep your play to 30 minutes if members indicate that they are waiting for a court.
7. Do not congregate around the club. Once you finish your training, please leave the venue.
8. No group training of more than ten (10) players at the venue at any one time, and play restricted between members of no more than two different families playing together.
9. Slowly build up your work load, as your fitness may not be the same.
10. Show respect for others, and ensure that you keep each other safe.

Please remember that if you breach any of the Covid-19 restrictions, you maybe fined $1,652 per person, and our club maybe closed again, which we do not want. It is your responsiblity to ensure that you and your family are mindful of all the rules and risks of using the facilities. We understand that the Victorian Police will be enforcing the Covid-19 rules and you can receive an on the spot fines if you break the rules.

MEMBERSHIP FEES

If your membership was still current at 18th March, 2020 then the committee will add 2 months in lieu of the Covid-19 shut down (1) and 3 months in lieu of Covid-19 shut down (2). eg.- If your fees are due in August, 2020 then we will extend your membership until January, 2021 for your new renewal date. We will invoice you one month prior to the new due date.

If your membership expired before the 18th March, 2020 then please make payment ASAP to our club bank account.-
BSB 06 3253 Account 1095 6580 and if you bring non members to the courts you will need to collect fees at $10 per player and direct debit to the above account please. If you are non financial, you will have to pay court fees. Spot checks will be frequent.

Anyway, please take things slowly, and we all look forward to enjoying some tennis over the coming weeks!

Thank you for your continued support!

Best Regards,

On Behalf of the Committee,
Deer Park Tennis Club Inc.

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Created: 23 October 2020

Last Updated: 23 October 2020

2020 AGM Notice

Dear Members,

The executive committee of the Deer Park Tennis Club Inc. hereby declare that the 2019/20 Annual General Meeting of the club will be held on Sunday 27th September, 2020 at 7pm via Zoom.
This meeting will discuss the activities of the club for the 2019/20 club financial year, which is pre Covid-19. An update regarding the club's current position will be also provided.

Meeting Details.-

Topic: Deer Park TC AGM
Time: Sept 27, 2020 @ 7pm

Meeting access details have been emailed to members - if you haven't received the details, please email agm at deerparktc.com (replace the 'at' with '@').

The club will be holding the meeting online due to the Covid-19 pandemic restrictions. If you can not attend, please let me know and an apology will be made on your behalf.

If you would like to nominate a current financial member over the age of 18 years, holding senior or family membership, for a position on the committee please email agm at deerparktc.com (replace the 'at' with '@') or via our PO Box 2069 Brimbank Central Deer Park Victoria 3023. Only one member per family membership entitled to join the committee as per the club's constitution.

To be nominated for a position on the committee, you need an entitled current financial member to nominate and an entitled current financial member second the nomination, as per the club's constitution.

Committee Positions.-

(1) President
(2) Secretary
(3) Treasurer
(4) & (5) Vice President x2
(6) Assistant Secretary
(7) & (8) General Committee x2.

If you have any questions then please email agm at deerparktc.com (replace the 'at' with '@') and those questions will be raised and an answer will be provided during the meeting. As there will be no trophies presented, we anticipate that the meeting will be no longer than 25-30 minutes.

The meeting agenda.-

(1) Welcome
(2) Acceptance of minutes of previous AGM
(3) Reports.- President, Secretary and Treasurer
(4) General Business
(5) Election of new committee for 2020/21.
(6) Close.

We look forward to you joining us at the meeting.

Take care.

Best Regards,
On Behalf of the,
Committee,
Deer Park Tennis Club Inc.

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Created: 05 September 2020

Last Updated: 05 September 2020

Stage 4 Restrictions

The State Government have moved to Stage 4 restrictions and unfortunately we have closed the tennis courts again until further notice.

All current financial memberships will be extended by at least six (6) weeks to cover the period of this stage 4 Covid-19 lockdown. If your membership expired prior to 18th March, 2020 then you are non-financial and will not be extended. You can pay your membership to our club bank account BSB 06 3253 a/c 1095 6580 and receive membership benefits.

At this stage all plans for competition tennis have been disrupted until we have a clear indication on which direction the virus will take. The committee will keep you upto date.

Our Annual General Meeting will be deferred untill a later date.

Please ensure that you do not use the courts as you will face large financial penalties as prescribed by the State Government.

Please take note of Covid-19 rules, and keep exercising safely at your home or neighbourhood to ensure your health and fitness is maintained during the lock down.

Please stay connected with our new coaching program Hot Shots Tennis Academy with Gim Kurti. See www.hsta.com.au.

If you have any questions about the club or tennis in general, please stay connected by referring to our website or our Facebook page. Also, talk to your team mates and tennis friends about tennis. New members will be needed when this is over, as the impact of Covid-19 on our club is huge. And we will need you to help build our membership again.

The committee wish you and your family well and we will see you on court, hopefully, in the not too distant future.

Take care!

On Behalf of the Committee,
Deer Park Tennis Club Inc.

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Created: 06 August 2020

Last Updated: 12 August 2020

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update - 17th March, 2020

In light of the Victorian Government’s State of Emergency declaration due to the outbreak of the Covid-19 virus yesterday, and advice from Tennis Australia and Tennis Victoria, all of our association competition team tennis has been suspended until further notice in the best interests of our community and the general public.
NSNTA and NSJTA competition players and parents are advised to keep updated by looking the the tennis association websites www.nsjta.asn.au and www.nsnta.org

Our members will still have access to the courts, however, please exercise care, be mindful of your health risks and take particular attention to government and health department advice regarding your movements during this State of Emergency. Do not gather in large groups and avoid close proximity to others. IF YOU ARE UNWELL PLEASE SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION. DO NOT PUT OTHERS AT RISK.

The situation will be carefully monitored by the associations to determine when it will be most appropriate to recommence the competitions and we would like to thank you for your understanding.

As our revenue will be impacted greatly, the committee would appreciate if you could please pay outstanding membership fees at your earliest convenience to our bank club bank account.- BSB 06 3253 A/c 1095 6580.

Should you have any queries in relation to this matter please contact us.

Take care!
Best Regards,
On Behalf of the Committee,
Deer Park Tennis Club Inc.

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Created: 22 March 2020

Last Updated: 22 March 2020

2020 Open Singles Club Championships

The club will be holding our senior and junior Open Singles Club Championships starting on Saturday 21st March for seniors (Men and Ladies) and Saturday 28th March for juniors (Boys and Girls).

Please note that this is an OPEN event, and numbers are limited to the first 32 players registered with fees and graded by our committee.

First prize valued at $250* and Runner-Up $100* for each of the Men's, Ladies, Boys and Girls events. Also, the club committee will donate $500 from the proceeds of this tournament to a Bush Fire Relief Fund.

So if you think you have what it takes, then register now!

You can get a registration form by clicking here, or from the clubhouse.

* Based on full complement of 32 players per draw.

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Created: 22 February 2020

Last Updated: 22 February 2020

Newsletter - Summer 2020

Click here to view the Summer 2020 newsletter.

Highlights include:

• 2020 Open Singles Club Championships
• Bush Fire Relief - $500 Donation!
• Competition Team Tennis - NSJTA & NSNTA Update

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Created: 22 February 2020

Last Updated: 22 February 2020

Celebration / Awards Night - Saturday 7th December, 2019 @ 6.30pm

2019 Club Celebration / Awards Night - Saturday, 7 December @ 6:30pm

Deer Park Tennis Club would like to invite you, family, and friends to our End of Year celebration party and presentation evening to be held at the club on Saturday, 7th December 2019 @ 6.30pm. Enjoy a three course meal with drinks. We would like to ask you to RSVP by Saturday, 24th November to confirm your attendance so that we can organize the catering

The cost is $5 for junor members (<16 years), $15 for senior members and $20 for non-members.

Please fill out the RSVP form (click here to download) and return it to a committee member or send to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Payment can be made in person or electronic transfer to: BSB 063253, Account 1095 6580 (Please state your family and “Party” in the reference field).

We look forward to seeing you there for a fun fulfilled evening

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Created: 17 October 2019

Last Updated: 17 October 2019

Newsletter - Spring 2019

Click here to view the Spring 2019 newsletter.

Highlights include:

• Competition Team Tennis 2020 - Seniors NSNTA & Juniors NSJTA
• Melbourne Cup Weekend Tennis Tournament - Saturday 2nd November, 2019
• Celebration / Awards Night - Saturday 7th December, 2019 @ 6.30pm
• Membership Fees Update - From 1st October, 2019
• Competition Team Tennis - NSJTA & NSNTA Update.

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Created: 17 October 2019

Last Updated: 17 October 2019

2020 NSJTA and NSNTA Season 1

Registration for the 2020 Season 1 NSJTA (Juniors) and NSNTA (Seniors) competitions are now open.

Registration forms and competition fees are due back by 7:30pm, Thursday 31/10.

Payment can be made electronically to Deer Park Tennis Club Inc. BSB 063253, Account 1095 6580.

NOTE, only entries with payment of fees and current club membership will be considered in the team selection. Late payments and registrations will not be accepted.

Click here for the NSJTA registration form.

Click here for the NSNTA registration form.

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Created: 17 October 2019

Last Updated: 17 October 2019

2019 Melbourne Cup Weekend Tournament

Deer Park Tennis Club will be holding our annual Melbourne Cup Weekend Tournament on Saturday 2/11 (juniors singles/doubles and seniors singles event) and Tuesday 5/11 (seniors doubles event).

Click here for the electronic version of the entry form. Paper versions of the form can also be obtained at the club.

Registration in person or via secretary This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Last date of registration is 7.30pm Tuesday 29/10.

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Created: 17 October 2019

Last Updated: 17 October 2019