News: Golf
PGA and WPGA Tour announce Webex as official collaboration technology partner
The PGA of Australia and the WPGA Tour of Australasia have today announced a new multi-year partnership with Webex by Cisco to enhance experiences for golf fans and strengthen...
Aug 12, 2021
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Golf industry veteran looks to grow the game in new role
Social Golf Australia, the nation’s largest golf club and golf network, has announced the appointment of golf industry veteran, Richard Fellner, to the newly-created role of...
Aug 9, 2021
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PGA of Australia confirms leadership structure through until end of 2024
At a time when the COVID-19 pandemic makes forward planning challenging, the PGA of Australia has provided a sense of certainty by confirming their senior leadership structure...
Jul 25, 2021
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Royal Queensland Golf Club confirmed as chosen host venue if Brisbane secures 2032 Olympics
The Royal Queensland Golf Club has confirmed its position as the chosen host venue for golfing competition as part of Brisbane’s bid to host the 2032 Olympic Games. With the...
Jul 17, 2021
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Outback Queensland Masters attracts record number of amateur golfers
The fourth leg of the Outback Queensland Masters attracted a record number of amateur golfers to the outback town of Blackall under perfect conditions of big blue skies and warm...
Jul 12, 2021
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Major events to deliver $380 million boost to Queensland economy
An injection of $380 million into Queensland's economy over the next six months is anticipated to come from major events including the Brisbane Cycling Festival and Outback...
Jul 11, 2021
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Golf ball recycling initiative supported by Australian Golf Industry Council
The Australian Golf Industry Council is backing an exciting new venture aimed at reducing golf’s carbon footprint in which used golf balls will be recycled into multiple...
Jul 8, 2021
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NIWA climate scientist works with Golf New Zealand to reassess golf course ratings
NIWA meteorologist Dr Richard Turner has combined work and a sporting interest to benefit golfers throughout New Zealand by collaborating with Golf New Zealand in a nationwide...
Jul 5, 2021
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Golf Australia confirms Australian Open will be played in Sydney in 2021
Golf Australia has confirmed that the Australian Open will take place at The Australian Golf Club in Sydney from 25th to 28th November 2021. The 105th edition of the national...
Jun 29, 2021
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New Singapore Golf Series to resume
Having been placed put on hold for a month due to COVID, the new Singapore Pro Series Invitational presented by FTAG will resume this week at the Sentosa Golf Club from 30th...
Jun 28, 2021
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GBA partners with membership funding company Pay As You Golf
Golf industry-specific insurance provider, Golf Business Australia (GBA), has announced a newfound partnership with Pay as you Golf (PAYG), the country’s leading golf membership...
Jun 28, 2021
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WA Open welcomed back to the PGA Tour of Australasia calendar of events
WA Open welcomed back to the PGA Tour of Australasia calendar of events For the first time in six years, the ISPS HANDA PGA Tour of Australasia schedule will see the return of...
Jun 22, 2021
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PGA of Australia and Golf Australia develop new pathway for elite amateurs
Under a new pathway system developed by the PGA of Australia and Golf Australia, elite amateurs will have direct access to membership of the PGA Tour of Australasia. To be known...
Jun 8, 2021
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North western Sydney’s Swing City golf and hospitality venue gets development approval
Mulpha, the developer of the Norwest precinct in north western Sydney, has received DA approval from the Hills Shire Council to build a $12 million hospitality venue featuring...
May 26, 2021
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Outback Queensland Masters Golf Event sells out a month before commencement
In a boost for outback tourism, Outback Queensland’s Masters golf event has sold out a month before tee-off with more than 1000 players from across Australia expected to compete...
May 13, 2021
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Minjee Lee becomes first ‘graduate’ to help fund Golf Australia performance pathway
Minjee Lee has become the first ‘graduate’ to help fund Golf Australia’s high-performance pathway through its revolutionary ‘Give Back’ program. Lee, 24, has paid a percentage...
May 13, 2021
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Man charged after using tractor to plough up western NSW golf course
A man has been charged by NSW Police following his arrest after using a tractor to plough up areas at the Dunedoo Golf Course in central western NSW. NSW Police will allege that...
May 4, 2021
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Singapore golf tournament continues to benefit national amateurs
The second leg of the Singapore Pro Series Invitational presented by FTAG commences on 3rd May and will continue to benefit national amateurs who have been unable to travel for...
May 2, 2021
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Golf Australia releases new Handicap App
Seen as a significant enhancement to their digital services, Golf Australia has released the new GA Handicap App - now available for free in the Apple App Store and the Google...
Apr 21, 2021
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Risk assessment results in hole closure at Auckland’s Chamberlain Park Golf Course
A risk assessment has resulted in the temporary closure of three holes at Auckland’s Chamberlain Park Golf Course following reports of golf balls striking vehicles travelling on...
Apr 14, 2021
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Dates announced for 2021 Australian PGA Championship
The PGA of Australia has announced that its flagship tournament, the Australian PGA Championship, will this year return to its traditional summer timeslot. Following a one-year...
Apr 11, 2021
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Utopia Corporation delivers membership program to unifiy Phuket business community
Utopia Corporation - Phuket’s pioneering property developer and hospitality company - is uniting the island’s business community with the launch of Club Utopia - an attractive...
Apr 6, 2021
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Singapore Golf Association launches new series of local professional golf events
The Singapore Golf Association (SGA) has announced the launch of a new series of local professional golf events that will commence this month. With Fintech Alliance Global...
Mar 17, 2021
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Merger of Callaway Golf Company and Topgolf International completed
Callaway Golf Company and Topgolf International, Inc. have announced that the completion of their merger following approval by shareholders of both companies. The resultant...
Mar 17, 2021
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