News: Golf
South East Asia's first Topgolf now operational in Bangkok
Thailand's latest sport and social entertainment venue, Topgolf Megacity, the first Topgolf facility in South East Asia, is now fully operational. Officially opened to the...
Aug 29, 2022
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Belgravia Leisure announced as new operating partner for Carramar and Marangaroo Golf Courses
The City of Wanneroo, situated in the northern suburbs of Perth, has appointed Belgravia Leisure as new operating partner of the Carramar and Marangaroo Golf Courses in Western...
Aug 28, 2022
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Avana will continue to run Beresfield Golf Course and hopes decision will not lead to bankruptcy
Having recently been advised by the operators of Beresfield Golf Course, Avana Pty Ltd, that they intended to abandon their lease of the City of Newcastle-owned facility as of...
Aug 28, 2022
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Australian Golf Foundation appoints new Executive Director
Golf Australia has announced the appointment of Cameron Wade as Executive Director of the Australian Golf Foundation. Wade joins the Foundation after 13 years with Golf...
Aug 22, 2022
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16 tournaments announced for ISPS HANDA PGA Tour of Australasia
The ISPS HANDA PGA Tour of Australasia has announced 16 tournaments will be played across Australia and New Zealand with PGA of Australia Chief Executive Gavin Kirkman noting...
Aug 11, 2022
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ISPS HANDA supports Australian Open in delivering changed format
The changed format of the 2022 ISPS HANDA Australian Open will be the first time a national Golf Open will include both a men’s and women’s tournament, plus the inspirational...
Aug 8, 2022
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PGA of New Zealand and Golf New Zealand unite to deliver enhanced services
Golf New Zealand and the PGA of New Zealand have united under a one workforce model that will see the landmark agreement bring an enhanced and cohesive approach to the delivery...
Jul 29, 2022
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Golf Australia welcomes Darebin Council’s decision to retain Northcote golf course
After a long community debate, Golf Australia has welcomed Darebin Council’s rejection of a proposal to open the Northcote Golf Course to the community after 3pm, meaning...
Jul 26, 2022
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Data business Arccos extends global reach with Australia and New Zealand golf partnership
Arccos Golf, the pioneer of ‘connected golf’, has extended its global reach by entering an exclusive partnership with Performance Brands Australia (PBA) for the distribution of...
Jul 17, 2022
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Far North Queensland’s Dunk Island finds new owners
Annie Cannon-Brookes, the wife of technology billionaire Mike Cannon-Brookes, is being reported as having purchased Dunk Island in Far North Queensland with the aim of...
Jul 11, 2022
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Early-bird tickets on sale for Golf Business Forum and PGA Expo 2022
Early-bird tickets have been released coinciding with the announcement of the first group of speakers for the Golf Business Forum \ PGA Expo 2022, to be held at CENTREPIECE at...
Jul 7, 2022
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Australia top pro golfer Lucas Herbert joins Give Back initiative
One of Australia’s top pro golfers - Men’s world No. 49 Lucas Herbert - has invested his money back into Golf Australia’s elite amateur programs as part of the world-leading...
Jul 5, 2022
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Conference addresses under-representation of women in sports turf management
The under-representation of women in the sports turf management industry was brought into sharp focus at the Australian Sports Turf Management Conference. In a panel session at...
Jun 30, 2022
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Golf Course 2030 Australia roadmap identifies issues relating to environment and sustainability
The Australian golf industry has flagged its intent to address external sustainability and environmental factors in releasing the Golf Course 2030 Australia roadmap. GC 2030...
Jun 22, 2022
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Darebin Council extends partnership with Clublinks to manage Bundoora Park Golf Course
Darebin Council, in the northern suburbs of Melbourne, has extended its partnership with Clublinks, with a two-year management contract awarded for the Bundoora Park Golf...
Jun 19, 2022
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RACV Goldfields Resort and golf course to reopen alongside launch of ArtHouse
Situated among the mineral springs of Daylesford and the old city of Ballarat, RACV Goldfields Resort and golf course will reopen from 23rd June following storm damage that...
Jun 14, 2022
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Golf New Zealand partners with NZ Maori Golf and look to fill their first Development Manager role
After an extended period of working closely together, Golf New Zealand has partnered with the New Zealand Maori Golf Association to better "enrich lives through the sport of...
Jun 13, 2022
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More professional pathways created for Victorian golfers
Via the Golf Scholarship Program, the Victorian Government is creating more professional pathways for golfers and those in the industry with scholarship grants to develop their...
Jun 12, 2022
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Active Melbourne Recreation Facilities contract award to the Y and partners
The City of Melbourne has revealed that its Active Melbourne Recreation Facilities contract has been awarded to YMCA Victoria in partnership with GreenSpace Management and youth...
Jun 8, 2022
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Plans revealed to transform Sunshine Coast golf course into new holiday resort
A $50 million plan to transform a family-owned golf course at Glenview on the Sunshine Coast into a new resort has been lodged by Australia’s largest holiday park...
Jun 8, 2022
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City of Darebin sets aside parts of its Northcote Golf Course for community use
A section of the City of Darebin’s Northcote Golf Course will be made available for public use after the Council voted earlier this week to allow recreational access after 3pm....
May 26, 2022
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Clublinks appointed to manage new Minnippi Golf Course in landmark 25 year contract
Brisbane City Council has confirmed the appointment of Clublinks Management Pty Ltd as operator of soon-to-be completed Minnippi Golf Course, the city’s first new public golf...
May 24, 2022
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Golf Business Forum\PGA Expo announces partnership with SHANX Mini Golf
Australia’s golf business event - Golf Business Forum \ PGA Expo - has announced a principal partnership with SHANX Mini Golf, producers of some of Australia’s best mini golf...
May 12, 2022
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Yarra Leisure looks at streamlining its membership options
Following a survey of Yarra Leisure customers, Yarra City Council is proposing a series of changes to its membership offerings that would see some membership fees increase and...
May 9, 2022
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