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SHANX Mini Golf, which features a variety of challenging golf course style contours that blend seamlessly with the natural landscape, has opened at Little Para Golf Course. A joint project between the City of Salisbury and GreenSpace Management, the innovative SHANX Mini Golf course promises the ‘funest’, and most hole-in-‘oneable’ mini golf course yet in […]
Keysborough Golf Club in Melbourne’s south-east finds itself increasingly frustrated by what is believed to be Victorian government red tape following a decision by the club to ensure its survival by relocating to nearby Bangholme. Club management want to secure its future and deliver first-class female and junior-friendly facilities by moving to the proposed new […]
THE City Golf Club Toowoomba is embarking on a new chapter with a series of major renovations to its clubhouse facilities, reinforcing its commitment to providing top-tier experiences for members and visitors. The club’s last major renovation was completed in August 2000, and over time City has continued to enhance its facilities. In early 2023, […]
Kathie Shearer, the much loved and gregarious former media manager and wife of the late and great, Bob, seems to have been around golf forever. While she’s reduced her media work recently, she’ll still be helping out once more with publicity at the Geoff Ogilvy Sandbelt Invitational at Woodlands next month. Away from golf, Kathie […]
AT first glance, golf may seem less dangerous than sports like football or cricket, but both players and spectators are becoming increasingly aware of the risks on the golf course. This raises questions about liability for injuries caused by errant shots: who is responsible—the golfer, the facility, or neither? And can players and clubs insure […]
GOLF and its rule base has a serious culture clash in attracting the next generation of players, according to PSYenz, a specialist neuroscience division of Sport Psychology Ltd (SPL – the UK’s oldest sport psychology consultancy). In 2010 and 2021 it ran ‘The Mackenzie Survey’ looking at the relevance of the 13 golf design principles […]
WITH a new clubhouse set to welcome golfers, it’s all systems go for St Andrews Beach Golf Course. The Tom Doak designed St Andrews Beach layout, regarded by some as the best track on the Mornington Peninsula, is complemented by the new addition. It’s been a long waiting game for St Andrews to build the […]
A fresh and exciting attraction has just arrived at Marsden Golf Driving Range south of Brisbane, withthe grand opening of its new 9-hole putt-putt course. Aimed at offering fun for all ages, this family-friendly addition is set to enhance the recreational options available at the stand-alone golfing venue. The newly unveiled putt-putt course features a […]
WITH his students achieving outstanding results all over the world, Brisbane-based teaching professional Richard Woodhouse is rapidly elbowing his way to the very highest level of Australian golf coaches. His students include China’s top junior Eric Li, France’s No 1 ranked junior girl Kirra St Laurent, Greg Norman Junior Masters winner Harrison Gomez, and successful […]
Thousands of golfers walking the fairways of Australia’s golf courses are enjoying the benefits provided by a motorised buggy. No pushing or dragging golf bags up and down the hills on a pull cart or carrying the bag putting additional stress on your body, motorised golf buggies help navigate the golf course, doing all the […]
After 20 years in business in Australia, Augusta Golf Cars (E-Z-GO) has accelerated its share of the golf vehicles market by more than 1000 per cent, writes David Newbery The Hamilton Island Edition launch of E-Z-GO vehicles was enjoyable for staff and customers. IT all started on a golf course … just as so many […]
WHEN Matt James went home after umpiring the 2002 AFL Grand Final, the second in an historic trio of premiership wins for Leigh Matthews’ marvellous Brisbane Lions team, his father turned his back and refused to talk to him. James was part of a family whose blood ran black and white – passionate Collingwood supporters […]
THE World Golf Competition, scheduled for its inaugural staging in 2025, is set to transcend any and all traditional golfing events. The Competition provides a platform for competitors from diverse backgrounds and abilities to come together, form connections and expand networks through their shared love of the game, while offering a unique and unforgettable experience […]
Links at Kennedy Bay. IN a WA-first, Links Kennedy Bay (LKB), managed by Clublinks Management, has bucked the trend by introducing electric scooters, adding to an already unique golfing experience. In offering an alternative to traditional golf carts, the 20 new and environmentally friendly scooters provide golfers with a different and enjoyable way to navigate […]
A DISTRIBUTION partnership between Champion Sports and PXG, a company dedicated to developing the world’s finest golf equipment and apparel, is set to ensure golfers in Australia and New Zealand have access to some of the world’s finest golf clubs. In finally making its way to Australia the new partnership will enable PXG to […]
HELD at Brisbane City Hall during the week of the Fortinet PGA Championship, the annual PGA Awards celebrated excellence not only amongst the tournament professionals. While Minjee Lee walked away with the Greg Norman Medal for a record third time, the event also acknowledged the extensive contribution of PGA Professionals who have achieved great success […]
NOMADS golf clubs across Australia raised more than $175,000 for charities and junior golf in 2023. Clubs in Sydney, Perth, Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast held five successful charity days throughout the year. Nomads Australia national president Kel Hirini thanked and congratulated the 350-plus Nomads’ members for their time, generosity and efforts. “Nomads prides itself […]
By Peter Owen A FORMER golf pro, turned administrator, who spent 20 years in the golf industry in Asia and owned the winner of the 2015 Stradbroke Handicap, has taken up new role as general manager of Noosa Golf Club on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. Anthony Sinclair, whose CV reads like a Hollywood movie script, succeeds […]
An industry leader in golf equipment design, performance and innovation, Callaway Golf has joined the growing list of organisations to partner with all three of Australian golf’s national bodies – Golf Australia, the PGA of Australia and WPGA Tour of Australasia. Whilst Callaway has long been a partner of all three, this new three-year agreement […]
A groundbreaking partnership between Flinders Golf Club and the Australian Women’s Golf Network (AWGN) will see the two parties join together in a committed effort to empower women in golf by providing unprecedented opportunities and resources. It represents a partnership that marks a significant step towards a more inclusive and dynamic golfing community in the […]
The PGA of Australia and Golf Australia have announced October 16-17 as the dates for an Australian Golf Summit, an event aimed at bringing the industry together to help shape the future of Australian Golf. With more than 3.2 million people playing some form of golf, the sport in Australia is booming and the future […]
Swing City, a new generation, state-of-the-art golf and entertainment venue in Norwest, Sydney, developed by Mulpha Australia in partnership with golf operator Avid Sports, was officially opened by the Mayor of the Hills Shire, Dr Peter Gangemi, and CEO of Golf Australia James Sutherland. Swing City comprises a 40-bay range with individual hospitality seating, supported […]
WITH the temperature rising and summer upon us, O2 4 Life announces the arrival of Oxygn™ Water to the Australian market. After years of research and development using Nano Technology, the Gold Coast based company has worked tirelessly to create a hydration drink unlike any other, which has culminated in the release of Oxygn™ Original, […]
AUSTRALIAN-OWNED and operated Tru-Turf Golf and Sports Turf Rollers will continue to deliver rolling perfection well into the future with the business changing ownership late last year. Gold Coast local Scott Bullard has taken control of the business and has wasted no time getting his hands dirty both here in Australia and in the United […]
AFTER more than three decades as the head professional at Carbrook Golf Club in South East Queensland, Tony Di Tommaso has decided to relinquish the reins and hand over the running of his business to the golf club. But he, along with his brother Paul, will continue to work in the pro shop as employees […]
By Rob Willis AN exciting new purpose-built teaching facility has been unveiled with the opening of Club One at the Cronulla Golf Club. A state-of-the-art coaching and club-fitting studio, equipped with the latest technology including two simulators and teaching bays, Trackman, high-speed cameras and the only SAM PuttLab of its kind in the country, Club […]
THE iconic Kooralbyn Valley Resort is back on the market. The reported asking price is $68m. “We have had four deals over the past two years however all of the buyers struggled to get the right funding in place due to the impacts of Covid,” said the resort’s owner Peter Huang. With the international border […]
By Michael Davis IT comes as no surprise to learn there is a dearth of women in the golf industry. But there are many different career pathways available for women in golf and a recent webinar series has helped spread that message. The series – Careers in Golf – was backed by the PGA of […]
ON COURSE GOLF provides business support to more than 200 PGA golf professionals and clubs around the country. Recently, they launched Australia’s first online golf marketplace, enabling golfers to connect with and buy from their favourite pro shop online. Inside Golf caught up with CEO Geoff Miles to find out more about the new venture. […]
By Paul Vardy Of the range of GMA services offered to its members, professional development events are the most in demand. Managers recognise that to be of greatest value to their clubs and facilities, they need to fan their desire to keep improving what they do and to stay informed of a rapidly evolving golf […]
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Club Catalina in Batemans Bay has secured two new employees on the golfing side of the operations. Mitchel Judd has been appointed the title of Director of Golf, while Rodney Booth has joined as Golf Professional. Both individuals have moved their young families to Batemans Bay for this exciting opportunity. Mitchel comes to Club Catalina […]
The R&A and the USGA have re-engaged with the golf industry on the Distance Insights project, which aims to help achieve a more sustainable long-term future for golf. The governing bodies are issuing specific Areas of Interest to help mitigate continuing distance increases and three proposed changes to the Equipment Rules to ensure their effectiveness […]
Golf Australia (GA) has announced a new multi-year major partnership with insurance specialist, Apia. Apia will be recognised as an official partner of GA’s Get into Golf seniors’ program, and will support participants in staying active, connected to their community and learning the skills of the sport. Apia will also be an exclusive partner of […]
CRUISING up the Pacific Highway in New South Wales on a Sunday afternoon recently only made me certain that On-Pin should almost be mandatory at some golf clubs in this country. With the sun shining and perfect spring weather forecast, you would think golf courses would be packed with youngsters, beginners, veterans – you name […]
Golf NSW, in conjunction with Jack Newton Junior Golf (JNJG), has appointed eight Regional Managers to deliver participation programs and club support services throughout NSW and the Australian Capital Territory. Stuart Fraser, CEO of Golf NSW, said the appointments are a first for the two closely-aligned organisations, and a significant commitment to not only golf […]
Golf is experiencing a pandemic-inspired boom, a new report has confirmed. In its Australian Golf Rounds – Trends and Impacts of Covid-19 report, Golf Australia confirms that despite parts of Victorian golf being shuttered for extended periods of 2020, year-to-date rounds played nationally are down only 1 per cent by the end of August. If […]
For the first time in 21 years, Australian golf club membership has risen in the past year. The 2019 Golf Australia Participation Report has revealed a 0.05 per cent increase, the first of its kind since 1998. Golf Australia chairman Andrew Newbold acknowledged the “fantastic result”, just one of several promising numbers in the report, […]
Australian golfers have always known the courses they play on offer more than just a round of golf. They know that playing the game can not only benefit the wellbeing and social connectivity of its participants, but also the significant role that Australian golf courses play in the protection of our environment. Golf: Benefits to […]
WHAT’S the hottest topic on the balcony after your golf round? Don’t answer that question, because I think I already know the answer. Slow play continues to be the bane of all golf clubs these days…and it is costing golf clubs a percentage of its members. We’re all too time-poor these days, so to stand […]
