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

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

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

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.

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

Further to the statement released on Friday 13^th 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