With COVID-19 restrictions in place across Victoria and on the border, locals have had the opportunity to make the most of their local conditions.
Echuca Back 9 golf course — which is managed by Echuca Neighbourhood House — has seen its membership already double on last year’s figures.
“Our numbers blew out when the border closed,” ENH manager Sarah Peake said.
“It’s been great to see so many people out on the course. Everyone has been so respectful of the rules in place.
“The popularity of golf has given our club a massive boost during a tough year.”
And according to Peake, the best thing is the condition of the course.
“It is looking terrific despite the amount of golf which has been played,” she said.
“Our greenskeeper and his staff have done a terrific job, but it also comes down to the respect our members and guests have for the course.
“We’ve been very fortunate with the rain and hopefully we get a bit more in the coming months.”
Across the river in Moama, conditions at Rich River are at an all time high, according to the club’s sales and marketing manager Paul Lavars.
“The course looks about as good as it ever has,” he said.
“Our grounds staff have done a terrific job to ensure it is keeping up with the demand from locals.
“It has been fantastic to see our Victorian members back out on the course.
"Hopefully we can welcome back some more visitors from around Victoria and NSW as soon as possible.
“I think it is going to be an exciting summer.”
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