The Harrington Grove Country Club has four rebound ace surface tennis courts for the use by residents of Harrington Grove and their guests. Earlier this year, we formed the Racquet Club, which is run by our Director of Tennis, John Thompson.

The Racquet Club has various coaching programs available for adults and children, which include initiatives by Tennis Australia, plus much more. Coaching terms operate over 10 weeks and these coincide with school terms. During the school holidays we hold a number of activities including a 'Tennis and Sports Fun Camp' for children of all ages. Children are welcome to bring friends and family along to the camps. The next camp will be held between Monday 16th and Thursday 19th January 2012.

If you would like to find out more about the programs or holiday camps, contact the community team on (02) 4631 3200 or visit www.grovelife.com.au. Stay tuned for more action on the courts in 2012.

The Harrington Grove Social Golf Club was formed earlier this year by some of the residents. There are currently 26 members and growing. We welcome new players of all playing standards.

The first year of the Harrington Grove golf season has drawn to a close with the 2011 Club Championship being played out and won by Scott Granger. The season's end was marked by a November weekend away in Bowral where a great time was had by all; lots of golf and loads of fun. The weekend ended with a presentation back at the Country Club where trophies were presented. Congratulations to Scott Granger for his win over Chris Young in a very exciting final played on 16th October at Camden Lakeside. Both men played well however it was Scott's day, playing excellent golf with a fine short game.

A huge thank you to everyone who contributed to the new club and to the club organisers Jim, Michael and Gary. If you would like to find out more about being part of the Social Golf Cub, contact your community team on (02) 4631 3200 or visit www.grovelife.com.au.

Harrington Grove's Spring Fair, held on Sunday 13th November, was a fun filled day, with beautiful weather accompanied by jazz music, tantalising roast lunches and finished off with pool entertainment.

The day commenced as Jess Pollard Trio and Champagne Sundaes performed impressive modern and traditional jazz music in the amphitheatre. While parents indulged their tastebuds with spit roast lunches with various choices of succulent meats and freshly made salads, the kids got wet and wild on "Skull Island". Some even had a game of bocce on the lawn and a friendly cricket match with their neighbours. It was a great day of entertainment, food and activities for the whole family.

Residents at Harrington Grove can now enjoy the Country Club's stunning sporting and recreational facilities for longer hours during the summer and holiday period.

Our sensational fitness centre, well equipped with the latest in cardio equipment including treadmills, cross trainers, bicycles and rowing machines, is now open six evenings a week from 6pm to 9pm. Swimming in our fabulous 25 metre swimming pool is also a great way to keep fit and the pool will stay open, along with the children's paddling pool, until 7pm Monday to Saturday. Alternatively, enjoy a game of tennis on one of the four tennis courts which are open from 8.30am to 9pm every day of the week. Take advantage of daylight saving and the extended opening hours and enjoy the Country Club's barbeques which are available for use until 9.00pm every evening; what a great way to catch up with friends and neighbours for a casual dinner after work! Tennis court and barbecue lights can be turned on at the light box located at the entry gate to tennis court 1.

Residents can access the facilities through reception or via the side gate adjacent to the driveway. These gates will be open from 8.30am to 9.00pm every day, however, you will need to use your access card to open the gates located at the top of the stairs. Change rooms can be accessed from outside using your access card. Lights will automatically turn off at 9.00pm promptly and all gates will be locked. Residents are kindly asked to vacate by 9.00pm.

At Harrington Grove we have noticed that many families with young children are moving into the estate. With this in mind we would like to facilitate the possibility of holding a regular playgroup. This is an opportunity for parents and their children to get together with other Harrington Grove friends and neighbours. The first playgroup was held on Monday, February between 9.30am and 11.30am in the Community Room at the Country Club. Numbers are growing steadily and we encourage others to come along and join in. If you would like to find out more information or have any suggestions for playgroup, please email your ideas to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call (02) 4631 3200. Playgroup is currently held each Monday morning between 9.30am and 11.30am.

On Sunday March 6th Harrington Grove in conjunction with Harrington Park Dental Care proudly presented Classics in the Grove. Held at the Harrington Grove Amphitheatre, Harrington Grove residents were treated to an afternoon of musical entertainment with performances from Tom White, Bryan Browne, Margaret Andrews Russell, Macarthur Singers and students from the Macarthur Anglican School. Master of Ceremonies Martin Moroney introduced a wide variety of music ranging from Irving Berlin songs, music from My Fair Lady, Beatles songs through to work from the Handel's Messiah. Gold coin donations received will go towards the development of music in our local schools. We would like to thank all the sponsors that helped make the day such a success.

A number of children and adults turned up to have a hit with our new Director of Tennis, John, and some of his Elite Players at the Tennis Fun Day on Wednesday 12th January. Although the weather had cancelled the Monday sessions, we were able to reschedule all residents to come along on Wednesday. Children of all ages, plus a few adults had a taste of what's to come. The following week 15 children aged from 4 to 14 years attended our first Tennis and Sports Camp at Harrington Grove between the 17th and 19th January. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves and on the last day there was a presentation and a sausage sizzle. We would like to extend a special thanks to John, James and Ross for doing such a sensational job and to all residents who were part of the first Harrington Grove Tennis and Sports Camp.

The Tennis Open Day was held in conjunction with Tennis NSW on Sunday 6th February was a fun filled social tennis day for residents at Harrington Grove. Everyone had a great time with coaching, games, a jumping castle, sausage sizzle, an adult tennis clinic plus an exhibition match. What a great day!

The new 'Racquet Club' is now up and running at the Country Club. The purpose of this club is to provide residents with a range of tennis services and events. The 'Racquet Club' will be a hive of tennis activity this summer, with a wide range of tennis activities including private and group coaching, social and serious tournaments, school holiday clinics and many more.

We are also very excited to announce the appointment of our new Director of Tennis, John Thompson, who will be responsible for growing the tennis program at the Country Club.

John brings over 12 years experience in tennis coaching and recently, was the NSW State Coach and Head Coach of the NSW State Academy. He is currently the Head Coach of the Western Sydney Academy of Sport Elite Tennis Program and has worked as an Academy and Adult Professional at the John Newcombe Tennis Ranch in the USA.

Australia Day at Harrington Grove is always a great day and 2011 was no exception! The weather was hot, the pool was packed and the bbq firing when over 50 families attended and barbecued up a storm. A portable bar was set up for the day as fabulous bush band 'The Larrikins' entertained us with some spirited live music. The day would not have been complete without a traditional Aussie game of backyard cricket and after lunch a spectacular water flight broke out with all the children (and most of the adults) getting involved.

Australia Day at Harrington Grove this year was a wonderful opportunity for our residents to enjoy the fantastic facilities and spend time with new friends and neighbours.

Our first Residents' Rendezvous for the year was held on Friday the 4th February. As always it was a fun night and a great get together for our residents. This evening was planned to be held poolside but due to the extreme heat we had to relocate to the function rooms at the Country Club.

With over 70 residents in attendance the evening spilled onto the balcony as the evening temperature cooled. Children enjoyed a movie in the adjoining room, whilst the adults indulged in conversation and laughter.

The next Residents' Rendezvous will be held on Friday 8th April at 6.30pm. To assist with adequate catering, please RSVP by Tuesday 5th April by calling (02) 4631 3200

Our first Harrington Grove Pool Deck Dining event was held on the 11th December. This was a glamorous sit down three course dinner, with pre dinner canapés, held around the deck of the Country Club pool where residents and their guests enjoyed the ambience and tranquillity of our beautiful Country Club's grounds.

Due to the evening's success, further dinners have followed featuring a 'Gourmet Grill' with a menu designed and cooked on the poolside barbecues.

Due to rain, our most recent pool deck dinner was relocated to the Country Club balcony overlooking the picturesque grounds. The evening was aglow with candles and soft lighting creating a relaxing ambience. These pool deck evenings have been very popular and will certainly be on the calendar, along with other special events, for residents and their invited guests throughout the year.

As Harrington Grove develops the opening times of the Country Club facilities will change from time to time. With an increase in the number of residents living in the estate, the opening hours of the tennis courts, barbecues, swimming pools and gym have been extended.

The tennis courts and barbecues are currently open from 8.30am to 9.00pm, 7 days a week.

The swimming pool times may change depending on the time of year. The swimming pools are currently open from 8.30am to 7.00pm on Tues, Thurs, & Sat and 8.30am to 5.00pm on the other days.

On the 4th December in the lead up to Christmas, a craft afternoon was held at the Country Club. About 30 excited children made some wonderful Christmas cards and superb Christmas tree decorations.

Our residents also had a great time at the Harrington Grove Christmas Barbecue on December 12th where the children were delighted with a visit from Santa.

It was also a fantastic opportunity for Harrington Grove residents to meet and have a hit with our new Director of Tennis, John Thompson.

Local builder John McDonald and his team at John McDonald Building Services were recent winners of New South Wales HIA Award for Spec Home of the Year for their impressive construction at Harrington Grove. They were also a finalist for NSW Home of the Year and a national finalist, with winners to be announced on the Gold Coast in May. The team at Harrington Grove wish them luck.

"This is a great time to purchase a homesite at Harrington Grove," says Sales Manager Brian Richardson.

"Our latest release Lomandra Rise is selling very well with many people taking advantage of the current NSW Government Stamp Duty exemptions and concessions, paying no stamp duty on homesites up to $400,000."

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A special congratulations to our lucky winners of the Showcase Colouring Competition on the 20th June, 2010:

We enjoyed all of your colouring efforts!

Join in for some yulefest cheer at the stunning Harrington Grove Country Club.

Jarrahs, the stylish new restaurant located in the spectacular Harrington Grove Country Club is introducing a very special event in July.

   
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Discover the lifestyle benefits of living at Harrington Grove.

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Time: 10am – 4pm come anytime throughout the day
Location: The Sales & Information Centre at the Harrington Grove Country Club, 1 Forestgrove Drive, Harrington Park

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One of the first families to call Harrington Grove ‘HOME’ is Jennifer and Scott Granger along with their 2 teenage sons who moved in last month. They are thoroughly looking forward to their new lifestyle here.

When the Grangers were first looking to purchase it was the strong focus on community and lifestyle they saw at Harrington Grove that was one of the deciding factors for them. “We liked the sense of community and were of course immediately attracted to the Country Club with its tennis courts, gym and swimming pool – all of which is fully maintained for us. There is a great relaxed atmosphere and the Country Club staff have been wonderful,” says Mrs Granger.

The spectacular architect designed Country Club at Harrington Grove is nestled amongst the homesites which means residents are within easy walking distance to the tennis courts, 25m swimming pool and fully equipped gym, which are for the exclusive use by Harrington Grove residents. The Country Club is the heart and soul of Harrington Grove, the focal point where residents and their families can meet up with friends and neighbours and relax, interact and enjoy themselves.

Hopefully you now feel rested and recharged ready to resume 2010, which seems to be forging ahead at a great pace!

Harrington Grove is looking sensational as construction work gains momentum and the first of the residents begin to move in. The grounds are so lush and green at the moment and our many magnificent trees are steadily growing, helped along by a few days of heavy but much appreciated rain over the past few months. If you haven’t been to see us lately, you’ll be amazed at the changes.

The first homes have now been completed in ‘Araucaria’ with many more are under construction and due for completion over the next few months. The second precinct called ‘Maculata’ was released in late 2009, earlier than originally planned, to meet the high level of demand. As this demand continues, we have started preparing the third precinct with bulk earthworks now underway.