Hole 8

A challenging par 5 with plenty of trouble to avoid.    An ideal tee shot is straight away avoiding the lateral hazard on the left and the trees separating 8 from 9.   Then clear the creek on your second shot leaving a short iron or pitch to this large green.  You will be much better off leaving your last shot to the green below the hole!

Harakeke was the name given to the flax plant by Maori. The first European traders called it “flax” because its fibres were similar to that of true flax found in other parts of the world. Though we still call it flax today, harakeke is really a lily. It is unique to New Zealand and is one of our oldest plant species.   The large flax plant next to the 8th. tee box also offers good cover for the occasional Eel.