It was soon became obvious that the building was grossly inadequate.
Money was scarce as all available funds were used to improve the
actual course. However, in 1955 material was obtained to enclose an annex
on the western side of the building. Most of the work was done by
voluntary labour.
After a lenthy discussion in 1959, on the possibility
of enlarging the Clubhouse to cater for the increased membership, Mr. L.
Brown and Mr. Paul Keating were asked to make an inspection and obtain
quotes for the extending the building by 8 ft. on the eastern side.
Two
quotes were received for the work. Unfortunately the Club was not
sufficient financial to accept either of them, so the Committee decided to
do the work themselves. Mr. L. Taylor was most helpful in carrying out the
work and he was rewarded by being an honorary member for 1959. Mr. Jim
Burke and Mr. Alec Lock did the necessary electrical work and Mr. Gus
Spurling fixed the ceiling. After lights were installed, much more social
activity was possible.
A big step in luxury and convenience was achieved
in 1960 when a refrigerator was purchased from C.H. Lock & Sons.
Space
was still inadequate, so in 1962 the ClubHouse was extended once more,
with provision for a tractor shed, kitchen and storage room, measuring 20
ft. x 20 ft. overall.