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THE LAWN Welcome to Autumn - luckily we still have pleasant weather. There is quite a lot to cover this week and we urge you to take in all this week's “Lawn” has to offer. “Tickets, club champs, cocktails, black tie, junior coaching, sponsors thanks, working bee, new BBQ and sooo much more…”  |
CLUB CHAMPS ****Finals Day is Sunday 24th March**** It is really ramping up, but we do need to get a wriggle along before Sunday. The timetable for finals day will be up ASAP for times and players. Do come along in support of your friends in the finals day for an excellent opportunity to see some amazing tennis from all leagues. We wish everyone competing all the best for their games! Mid week Ladies finals are on this 20th Wednesday 10am. All other MWL games will play as normal.
UPCOMING EVENTS Auckland Tennis Life Members and Presidents Lunch – Thursday 22nd March @11:30am….this will be a wonderful acknowledgement of such tremendous dedication. Please note the clubrooms will be busy at that time. International Chinese Visit – Saturday 13th April at 2pm Club Champ Finals Day - Schedule to be out on Friday Warkworth Challenge - Sunday 26th May Tennis Masters Auckland- Auckland vs North Harbour Sunday 7th July at 9:30am Mission Bay Challenge TBC
Summer interclub is coming to an end. It's important to ensure that all rained-off matches from the summer interclub are completed before the deadline of April 16th, 2024.
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NEW BBQ "Grand Seasoning" NEW BBQ - the shiny new BBQ was finally christened on Sunday after a few attempts with weather interrupting. It was so kind of Doug to offer his services not only on the tools, but also literally “on the tools”. see photos below…. |
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WORKING BEE Success! AND Credit to all who attended! So many contributed to the Sunday Working Bee at the club. An array of duties were fulfilled and a remarkable clean up was noticed. A big thank you to all who attended and an enormous thanks to Ru Douglas who donated a truck load of bark for the gardens! We thank you all. see photos below…. |
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L'Ermitage & Festival of Tennis - April 2024. |
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…secure your entry …click here WOMEN click here MEN Be in to win the top prizes and spot prizes thanks to our wonderful sponsors…. Working Style Suits & W by Working Style clothing Flights to Europe and Tickets to French Open Lunch at the famous Louis Roederer Chateau Air Vanuatu flights to Vanuatu Mangoes Resort accomodation In Vanuatu. Head Tennis Gear Ferrero Rocher Chocolates Sal's Pizza vouchers & More! See posters in the clubroom or purchase on line here click here Men's click here Women's Women's Cocktail Party on Friday 5th April 6pm at PLTC W by Working Style Ladies tournament Sunday 7th April w/Calcutta L'Ermitage black tie evening at NORTHERN CLUB w/Calcutta on Friday 12th April Working Style Mens L'Ermitage tennis tournament Sunday 14th April “Major Prize” draw for all entered will be held following completion of the men's tournament - you need to be in attendance for the main prize giving to accept the prizes. *** Note venue change to Northern Club for Black Tie Dinner. |
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SPONSOR SHOWCASE |
AIR VANUATU & MANGOES RESORT VANUATU |
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With AIR VANUATU “on board” (I couldn't resist!) again with a superb prize of flights to the beautiful isles of Vanuatu, we are thrilled to be showcasing this super Airline. Our very own Richard Elliot has been an amazing supporter and we can't thank him enough for once again giving PLTC such a top shelf prize pack. This also includes a stay at the the lush and sublime luxury Mangoes Resort. ( I can personally vouch ).This resort boasts not only a fabulous restaurant and cuisine, it has a great tennis court facility. Your room may have its very own private pool too! Or use the stunning main pool. Mangoes has all you need for a relaxing break away and only just over 3 hours away. Why wait? Book with Air Vanuatu as their website has all the extras to make your dream holiday a reality! |
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Right here in Parnell, and proud sponsors of this year's Working Style L'Ermitage tennis. and “W” by Working Style Women's events. Certainly the only place to shop for any black tie event - or why not update your work wardrobe and pick up a new shirt or two. |
LOUIS ROEDERER EUROVINTAGE |
Indulge in a beautiful bottle of Louis Roederer Champagne. Better still grab a bottle to celebrate that win in Sunday club champ finals! What great way to spend your Sunday sipping on this fine Champagne. Or you could be into win the ultimate prize of the fabulous lunch at Lois Roederer in France. Our good partners at Eurovintage have been a privilege to partner with and their wines have been spectacular to imbibe with. |
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LIGHTING UPDATE |
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SCHOOL HOLIDAY TENNIS COACHING PROGRAMS |
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SCHOOL HOLIDAY TENNIS COACHING PROGRAMS with GORAN |
PRO SHOP AT PLTC |
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Get the right look like Rublev and Coco. Invest now in new equipment and clothing, right here at the club. Refresh you Tennis gear for the upcoming finals day, L'Ermitage and "W" by Working Style Women's tennis tournaments. Take the time when next at the club to browse and shop at the Pro Shop. |
WEEKLY… AT PLTC WEDNESDAY CLUB NIGHT 5.45pm for 6:00pm start every Wednesday evening - Check “The App’ for weather. Fabulous sessions of fun and active-paced “drill” type sessions and then a chance to play some doubles. Followed by a beverage and a piece of Sal's pizza. Do keep an eye on our APP alert to confirm we will be playing. Ideal for new members. Also, remind anyone who may be interested in joining PLTC that this is a great way to get a good feel for the club and its facilities. MID WEEK LADIES Enjoy a fun Wednesday morning of social tennis with the Ladies. 9:30am each Wednesday morning, weather permitting. We welcome all Ladies of any ability. Note first Wednesday of each month is a mini tournament day bring a small plate offering. SATURDAY BOOT CAMP - 9am to 10.30am Please register with Juan by phone if you wish to take part, or click this link here. JUNIORS - JUNIOR POST XMAS INTERCLUB Starts Sunday 11 Feb 2024. Please contact team managers to keep updated JUNIOR COACHING 2024 TERM ONE Saturdays Junior Club's coaching will be from 3rd of February to 5th of April as follows: 9am - 10:30am (5 - 9 years old) 10:30am - 12pm (10 - 18 years old) New members are most welcome. For information, please contact Goran on 021 1677 460 or email: gmarsic@gmail.com THE LAWN If you have any relevant news or updates/results we can add to the newsletter, please get in touch with Kat here before each Tuesday lunchtime. BAR HOURS. Open from 4pm every day* Join your tennis group and friends after tennis or anytime, for a well deserved refreshment at the well equipped bar - serving drinks and snacks. (*except some public Holidays) NO DOGS Please leave furry friends at home, even if it's the friendly family dog. NO VAPING/SMOKING Please note that the PLTC club and grounds are NO SMOKING -NO VAPING |
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HELPFUL LINKS FROM OUR SPONSORS |