All play at MLTC ceases from Midnight 27 March until further notice.

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Dear Members

Given the ongoing and worsening situation with the COVID 19 virus, The Club has received the following advice from Tennis NSW

Tennis NSW strongly recommends that all tennis activities cease from midnight Friday 27 March 2020 across the state of NSW.

  • All tennis clubs, venues, academies and centres cease operations until further notice.
  • All tennis programmes and coaching be cancelled, including one-on-one coaching, until further notice.
  • All club, association and social play be cancelled until further notice.
  • All public court hire bookings cease until further notice.

As a result all play at the Club will cease from midnight 27 March tonight until further notice.

Click here for the full Tennis NSW announcement.

All the best
Craig Withell
President MLTC

Tennis NSW statement to temporarily cease all tennis activity across NSW

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27 March 2020

To the Tennis NSW family

Tennis NSW strongly recommends that all tennis activities cease from midnight Friday 27 March 2020 across the state of NSW.

With the continued escalation of the COVID-19 crisis and in consultation with the tennis community and the NSW Government, the Board of Tennis NSW resolved today to recommend that all tennis activity cease from midnight Friday 27th March 2020. The recommendation is that:

  • All tennis clubs, venues, academies and centres cease operations until further notice
  • All tennis programmes and coaching be cancelled, including one-on-one coaching, until further notice
  • All club, association and social play be cancelled until further notice
  • All public court hire bookings cease until further notice

President of Tennis NSW, Kim Warwick said “The Board of Tennis NSW met this morning to consider the continued escalation of the COVID-19 crisis across Australia but most significantly across NSW. Our capital city, Sydney, is now at the epicentre of this pandemic in Australia and the Board feels that it is essential to put the wider community first and foremost in our decision making. The Premier has advised us today not to go outside unless we absolutely have to, that was at the forefront of our decision.

This was not an easy decision to make. We understand and feel the pain of our tennis operators and coaching community, a number of whom sit on our Board, however, we feel that it is a time to put lives before livelihoods. As a sport, we could not continue to guarantee the safety of all participants nor of our coaches or volunteers. Therefore, for the time being, we strongly recommend that all tennis activity cease in NSW.”

Tennis NSW staff are working remotely to limit contact but are all still available to support you through this challenge.

Please note:

The Board intends to review this position formally on the 27th of April yet will continue to meet regularly to explore all appropriate options for resuming tennis when Government and/or health authorities deem it safe to do so. This pandemic and these exceptional circumstances will pass and we want to work with our partners to ensure tennis is back bigger and better than ever.

This is a challenging time for everyone, please stay home and stay safe.

Kind regards

Kim Warwick                                                         Lawrence Robertson
President, Tennis NSW                                         CEO, Tennis NSW 

MLTC – Play during the COVID 19 virus update 26 March 2020

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Dear Members

Given the ongoing and worsening situation with the COVID 19 virus, and following advice from Tennis NSW and the directions from The NSW Government, the MLTC Committee has decided:

  1. To close the Clubhouse completely. Players will only be allowed to use the outside Toilet. No other access will be allowed.
  2. The MTC will continue to offer limited coaching and court hire only.
  3. The Pro shop will remain open
  4. Organised Social tennis at the Club – midweek and Saturday will be temporarily suspended.
  5. MLTC member courts will be available for play. Members will have to organise their own sets between themselves if they still want to play.
  6. All players will be requested to keep their visit to the Club confined to their playing time on court. It is not acceptable for players to sit next to each other on court seating while watching others play. Social gatherings are not permitted.
  7. Members will have to supply their own balls during this time.
  8. Members should not invite visitors to play until this crisis abates.

This is a difficult time for everyone. Members need to be mindful of the current environment and not be complacent. I think it is only a matter of time before stricter restrictions on our movement come into place and we may have to close the Club. Until then the MLTC is following closely advice from TNSW which in turn is in close contact with the Health authorities.

Can I again urge all Members to be mindful of the Hygiene guidelines and player numbers.

Good hygiene and distancing yourself from other people is still the best defence. Players should wash their hands before and after play.

All the best
Craig Withell
President MLTC

MTC@manlylawn COVID-19 Court Hire, Coaching & Competitions

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In the current COVID-19 environment, we want to assure you that your health and well-being is our utmost priority.

Tennis NSW recommendation is to limit community tennis activities to casual court hire, one-to-four people coaching and small singles and doubles playing groups.  So, effective immediately:

Competitions:

• Entries for limited six (6) week Tuesday and Friday Ladies competitions are now open.

•  Entries for limited six (6) week Wednesday Night competition are now open.

Coaching:   

• Limited junior group coaching is available.

• One-on-one private, semi private and small group coaching for adults and juniors (max 4 players) continues.

• Our Tennis Whisperer clinics restart the week of May 18.

On-line Reservations:   

• To help eliminate one less stressor during this time, you can continue to book court hire and coaching lessons online.  And of course, we would prefer you to pay by tap and go, so that  you avoid handling cash.

Facilities:

• The Pro Shop remains open to meet all your equipment, stringing and ball needs.

• The Manly Lawn Tennis Club has closed the clubhouse. We have an external toilet adjacent to Court 1.

• PLEASE follow all recommended government advice in managing and limiting your personal exposure during your visits.

We will continue to monitor and follow all directives from Federal, State and Local Governments, Tennis Australia and Tennis NSW in relation to COVID-19.

Our policies and procedures will be updated as required to ensure the health and well-being of club members, players, guests and staff in these difficult times.

Sincerely,
Scott Blackburn
Director
Manly Tennis Centre
16May2020

A COVID-19 Update From Tennis NSW

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The Federal Government announced last night that further restrictions would be placed on the community to combat the spread of COVID-19, including the closing of a number of venues that attract large social gatherings including pubs, clubs, restaurants and indoor sports facilities. This situation is constantly changing and we want you to know that Tennis NSW is here to assist our members in helping you to continue delivering tennis in your local community in the most responsible way. 

There are still ways that we can play tennis with some important restrictions to ensure we are operating in a way that adheres to the expert health advice. Important updates in the new guidelines include:

  • Indoor tennis facilities and associated gyms must now close
  • Court hire, individual or small group coaching can continue (max. 4 people)
  • Any gyms or sit down cafeterias associated with any tennis venue must now close
  • Coach operated venues are being asked to consider changes in their day-to-day operations

The immediate future of our sport is in our own hands, and we all have a part to play. Failure to comply with Government guidelines in regards to social gatherings and social distancing will result in even more stringent regulations, which could potentially lead to a full lockdown of our sport. Let’s work together to demonstrate a level of social responsibility, so we can keep tennis open and provide an appropriate outlet for the people in our communities when they need it most.

Please click here to access the updated Community Tennis Guidelines for Continued Play.

Please remember that if at any time you have any questions in regards to COVID-19 in regards to tennis, please contact [email protected].

Thank you and stay safe
Lawrence Robertson
Chief Executive Officer
Tennis NSW

MLTC COVID-19 Update – Courts Available for Play; Clubhouse Closed.

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Courts are available for play.

The MLTC Clubhouse is closed but players can access the club’s washrooms.

Member, Player and Staff Basics:

  • If you are unwell or have reason to believe you may be infected with COVID 19 virus, please do NOT attend MLTC before seeking and following medical advice.
  • If you have been travelling recently, especially overseas you must follow Government self-isolation guidelines.
  • Please – no shaking hands or contact with others while at MLTC while this crisis continues
  • Please use our washrooms, soap dispensers and the hand sanitiser on the reception counter to ensure safe hand hygiene.
  • Please do not loiter inside the clubhouse.  There are loads of outside open spaces so please use them.

Coaching and Midweek Competitions

  • All Coaching is ON.  Please check with the Manly Tennis Centre if you have any questions.

Members Social Tennis

  • Members’ social tennis will continue, keeping in mind the above Basics guidance.

The management of MLTC is currently, and will continue, to follow all directives from Federal, State and Local Governments in relation to COVID-19. We will update immediately when/if there is any change.

As at 12.30 pm March 23, current government restrictions mean MLTC can stay open with the measures we have in place.

Craig Withell
President
23March 2020

COVID-19 Update – Coaching, Court Hire & Competitions

MLTC – Play during the COVID 19 virus

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Dear Members

Given the ongoing and worsening situation with the COVID 19 virus, and following advice from Tennis Australia and directions from the NSW Government, the MLTC Committee has decided:

1.    To close the Clubhouse
2.    People will only be allowed into the Clubhouse to use the rest rooms
3.    The Pro shop will remain open
4.    MLTC Courts will be available for play. All players are encouraged to keep
       their visits to the Club confined to their playing time on court.
5.    Members should NOT invite visitors to play on Saturday Social until this crisis abates.

Players are reminded that good hygiene and distancing yourself from other people is still the best defence. 

The Club has recently acquired bulk disinfectant and will clean outdoor surfaces as much as possible, however Members are encouraged to use common sense and wash hands after play. 

All the best
Craig Withell
President

NSW Health: Self Isolation Guidelines

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Self Isolation Guidelines for Travellers coming to or returning to NSW from an overseas destination.

These Guidelines apply to any person affected by the Order issued by the Minster for Health and Medical Research on 16 March 2020, under section 7 of the Public Health Act 2010.

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Vale Kevin Fox

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Local tennis legend and previous club member, Kevin Fox, passed away peacefully on 12 March, aged 96 years young.

Kevin Fox

Kevin was a loving husband to Ruth (dec) for 68 years and beloved father of Ros and Ian.

A memorial service will be held at the War Veteran’s Village Chapel Collaroy Plateau when the social gathering restrictions are lifted. Please contact Ian if you would like details when available.

MLTC – Social Play during the COVID 19 virus

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Dear Members

You would now be aware that the 2020 Badge is currently postponed indefinitely due to the recent issue with the COVID 19 virus.

While all members should now be aware of the appropriate precautions that people need to undertake to combat COVID 19 – no handshakes, washing hands regulatory , disinfecting hands where possible, keeping your distance and of course do not attend if you are feeling unwell or have been in contact with someone who is unwell.

MLTC will endeavour to disinfect surfaces within the Clubhouse of often as possible, however due to the lack of availability of supplies this will not always be possible. As such Members should be prepared to bring their own personal sanitiser where possible.

In light of recent announcements the Bar will remain closed until further notice.

I think it is important that people keep exercising during this crisis period, but I think that members, particularly our older members should consider keeping social gatherings after tennis to a minimum.

After some consideration, the committee has decided there will be social play on all 6 courts from 1.00-4.00pm commencing Saturday March 21.

A Committee member will be rostered on as Court Captain for the next 8 weeks ending May 9. Members willing to assist in putting sets on would be appreciated by the Court Captains.

Any Badge team wanting to practice can do so after 4pm on Saturday or anytime Sunday on Member courts.

Hygiene details supplied by Tennis Australia are on the Notice Board and in the toilets where hand sanitizers have been provided. We urge all members to be respectful of each other during these difficult times.

Craig Withell
President

TENNIS NSW FAQs IN RELATION TO COVID-19

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Further to the statement released on Friday 13th March, confirming that effective immediately, all Tennis Australia and Tennis NSW operated and sanctioned events, competitions and tournaments are postponed until further notice, we wish to provide some further insight and clarity on the contents of the statement and provide answers to some additional questions that have arisen as a result of this position.

As explained in our statement, we made this decision to take further precautions in the interest of the health and wellbeing of our community.

Our goal is to avoid bringing people together, in order to help contain the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) and minimise the inevitable strain on our healthcare system. Social distancing has been proven to help contain the spread and this has ultimately formed the basis of our decision. This decision is based on expert medical advice and is in line with the recommendations of the global tennis community.

We realise this may cause inconvenience in the short-term, however our objective is ensuring our community remains healthy and strong.

The situation is changing rapidly and we will continue to keep you updated on matters that concern the running of our sport. We would like to thank you for your cooperation and understanding during this difficult time for all of us.

We understand you will have many questions as we are in an unprecedented situation. We hope that we can answer a number of these with those outlined in the attached Frequently Asked Questions document.

For further enquiries, please direct them to the TNSW Membership and Communications Team at [email protected].

Kind Regards,
Lawrence Robertson
Tennis NSW CEO

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Badge Cancelled Until Further Notice.

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Badge Captains and Delegates,

We wish to advise, after careful consideration and taking all relevant advice, Tennis Australia and all Member Associations have taken the decision to cancel all sanctioned and organised events with immediate effect. This was a difficult decision but taken in the best interests of the public health system in the short and medium term.

In order to minimise contact, we ask that you do not make your way to your scheduled venue until further notice.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Kind Regards,
Lawrence Robertson
CEO-Tennis NSW