May, 2025 Monthly archive

Archives & Heritage: Wittenoom Cup, 1904
In the Beginning … West Australian, Saturday May 7th, 1904, p. 9 GOLF (By “Light Iron.”) … Sir Edward Wittenoom, who is a keen supporter of the game, has kindly… Read More

Course Update
This week has been pleasing as we recorded 33.5mm of rainfall over the weekend—an incredibly welcome sight leaving the course looking refreshed. The team is focused on applying fertiliser across all surfaces… Read More

From the Archives: From Chas to Maxine
Several weeks ago this column provided an introduction to the newly acquired ‘Maxine Bishop Collection’ with an undertaking to share some highlights over the coming months.(From the Archives: The Maxine… Read More

Silvester Tan Wins Sun City Prop Am
Well done to Royal Perth Member – Silvester Tan, who recently turned pro and has started his career strong! After winning the WA PGA State Foursomes with fellow member Brett… Read More

Langmeil Wine Dinner
Join us for an unforgettable evening of culinary delight, where a sumptuous four-course dinner meets the elegance of perfectly paired Langmeil wines. When: Friday 13 June 2025 Time: 6:00pm for… Read More

Monthly Monday BYO & Roast Dinner
Indulge in a memorable evening of delicious food and fantastic company! Monday 26 May 5:45pm – 7:00pm $35 pp

Course Update
The team this week will be busy levelling the edges of our new greens where the couch grass meets the bent grass. The temporary greens are finally starting to see… Read More

From the Archives: John Clezy Makes it to the National Portrait Gallery, London
Some time ago this column reported on the acquisition, from the National Portrait Gallery of Australia, of a portrait of the Club’s first President, Sir Alex Onslow (see: From the… Read More

The Dixie Clement Putter – RPGC vs LKCC
On Sunday the 18th May the annual challenge for the Dixie Clement Putter Trophy was held at Royal Perth. I’d like to thank all the RPGC members who volunteered to… Read More

Bill Plowman Trophy
On Sunday, 18th May, Lake Karrinyup hosted a large number of junior golfers from RPGC and LKCC for the annual Bill Plowman Trophy. Bill was a member of both LKCC… Read More

2025 Royal Perth Senior Open
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Hole in Ones
On Wednesday, May 14th David Attwooll had an ace on the new 2nd Hole. Then, on Saturday, May 17th, Jason Ridge (pictured) followed up with a hole in one on… Read More

Course Update
Still no rain in sight, however if its not raining its perfect weather for golf. It has been a busy week on the course for the agronomy team. We… Read More

From the Archives: Dixie Clement and the Rout of ’31
This year marks ninety years since the death of one of our Club’s finest golfers and clubmen, Dixie Clement (aka D. P. Rufus). This coming Sunday will see the annual… Read More

GW Eddy Trophy
With 175 players in the field competing for the GW Eddy Trophy it was yet another stroke day for the field to take on. Despite the challenge the weather was… Read More

Interstate Series
Spencer Harrison and Isabella Leniartek did us and WA proud across last week’s Interstate Series held at Melville Glades. It was a close battle, but a final round defeat to… Read More

Course Update
Only 4mm of rain has been received in our gauge here on course over the past few days. And the temperatures are forecast to be warm throughout the middle of… Read More

From the Archives: The Maxine Bishop Collection
It is a pleasure to report that the Cub has recently acquired an outstanding donation of material related to Maxine Bishop’s life and golfing achievements, with much of it compiled… Read More

Royal Perth Silver Bronze Open
On Friday we held the annual RPGC Silver Bronze Open. In the Bronze division, Susan Booth claimed victory with 39 Stableford points, followed closely by Julie Stephens (38) and Kelly… Read More

Q Putting Results 2025
After battling it out on the putting green over the summer months, our Women’s Finalist Colette Nalder took on defending champion, David Hewitt in the overall final in early April…. Read More

Australian Golf Foundation – Girls Scholarship
On Saturday we presented our 2025 AGF Girls Scholarship holders with their shirts and caps. These girls take part in weekly classes with PGA Professional Conor Brown, with the AGF… Read More

High Performance: Interstate Series
Spencer Harrison delivered strong performances on Day 1 of the Interstate Teams Matches at Melville Glades Golf Club. He secured a 3&1 win over Kayan Mudadana in the morning session… Read More

68th City of Perth Amateur Championship
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Men’s Club Dinner
On Friday evening, we hosted our Annual Men’s Club Dinner as we celebrated the Club and our 2025 Club Champions. It was a wonderful evening to celebrate our Champions and… Read More

Mothers Day Breakfast
Let’s spoil our amazing mums! Relax and enjoy a delicious full buffet breakfast, expertly crafted by Chef Peter, with a tempting selection of dishes to make her feel truly special… Read More