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

2020 Indian Wells Tournament cancelled

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2020 BNP Paribas Open Will Not Be Held!

The Riverside County Public Health Department has declared a public health emergency for the Coachella Valley after a confirmed case of coronavirus (COVID-19) locally. As a result, the 2020 BNP Paribas Open will not take place at this time due to concerns surrounding the coronavirus and the safety of the participants and attendees at the event. This is following the guidance of medical professionals, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), and State of California.

“There is too great a risk, at this time, to the public health of the Riverside County area in holding a large gathering of this size,” said Dr. David Agus, Professor of Medicine and Biomedical Engineering at the University of Southern California. “It is not in the public interest of fans, players and neighboring areas for this tournament to proceed. We all have to join together to protect the community from the coronavirus outbreak.”

“We appreciate the proactive stance tournament organizers are taking to ensure public health and safety,” said Martin Massiello, Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer, Eisenhower Health.

“We are very disappointed that the tournament will not take place, but the health and safety of the local community, fans, players, volunteers, sponsors, employees, vendors, and everyone involved with the event is of paramount importance,” said Tournament Director Tommy Haas. “We are prepared to hold the tournament on another date and will explore options.”

2020 Wimbledon and French Open Ticket Ballots

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One of the exclusive benefits of being a member of our tennis community is the opportunity to enter the 2020 Wimbledon and French Open ticket ballots.

Members MUST COMPLETE the Ballot Opt-In Form below to receive a unique access code for the 2020 Wimbledon and French Open ticket ballots.

Click here to complete the Opt-In Form for the 2020 Wimbledon and/or French Open ticket ballots.

Once the Ballot Opt-In period is over, you will receive an email with your unique code and ballot registration information. The Ballot Opt-In Form should be submitted for all registered family members individually in order to receive a unique code for each member. Please attempt to use unique email addresses for individual family members where possible.

Important dates you need to remember are as follows:

  • Ballot Opt-In period closes – Sunday 15th March 11:59pm (AEDT)
  • Members receive invitation to enter the ballot – Monday 23rd March
  • Ballot registrations close – Thursday 2nd April 11:59pm (AEDT)
  • Members informed of first round ballot results – Friday 3rd April
  • Subsequent ballot rounds will be held until Thursday 23rd April

For additional enquiries, please email [email protected] or contact Tennis Australia Customer Support on 1800 PLAY TENNIS (752 983) or +61 3 9914 4191 if calling from outside Australia.

Kind regards,
Tennis Australia

MLTC Newsletter: Badge Update

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Badge News

Ladies Thursday Badge begins this week. Our Ladies team has an away match at Royal Sydney. Good luck to our Thursday Ladies.
While the Saturday Badge draws have been posted, they should be finalised this week.  PLEASE remember to check  the venue and time for your match each week as it can change sometimes.  Click here for links to Badge Draws.
The Top 4 Mens teams and the Ladies teams are playing late matches each Saturday at home during Badge. The 4 other Mens teams will play the earlier matches each Saturday.
DURING BADGE, SOCIAL TENNIS WILL BE HELD EACH SATURDAY ON TWO COURTS FROM 1130AM TO 230PM.
This is the last weekend before Saturday Badge begins.  If you want to book a court for your team to practice after 4pm, there are three courts still available. Contact me.
Milton is organising a barbecue this Saturday, March 7. Prizes will be awarded to the winners of the Senior Club Championships at the barbecue.
A reminder if anyone has any Badge enquiries, please email myself or Virginia as Sydney Badge request all enquiries to come from our Badge Delegates. Thank you.
Denis Crowley
Club Captain