News: Golf
Golf can play on through new Melbourne lockdown
With Metropolitan Melbourne and the Mitchell Shire hacing entered a new lockdown to halt the spread of the Coronavirus, Golf Australia has advised that, subject to conditions,...
Jul 7, 2020
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PGA of NZ to relocate headquarters to North Shore Golf Club
The PGA (Professional Golfers' Association) of NZ has announced that from 1st August 2020 it will be based at Auckland’s North Shore Golf Club, relocating from the Remuera Golf...
Jul 1, 2020
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Funlab reopens Strike Bowling and Holey Moley attractions
With its facilities around the country forced to close in March, amusement and entertainment operator Funlab - operator of the Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq, Strike Bowling,...
Jun 23, 2020
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New Australian Golf Centre to unite golf's peak bodies
A new state-of-the-art golf facility, the Australian Golf Centre is to be built on the site of Sandringham Golf Links, opposite the Royal Melbourne Golf Club and will become the...
Jun 11, 2020
Golf
Golf Business Australia and PGA of Australia renew partnership
Golf Business Australia (GBA) has announced the renewal partnership with the PGA of Australia, which will continue benefits for PGA Members and industry partners. Working as an...
May 25, 2020
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Vietnamese clubs set out golfing route to recovery
Two of Vietnam’s leading clubs, The Bluffs Ho Tram Strip and Laguna Golf Lang Co, are backing the nation to reassert its reputation as one of the world’s leading golf tourism...
May 21, 2020
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Belgravia Leisure reveals roadmap to reopening of facilities as Coronavirus restrictions ease
Belgravia Leisure has announced it will commence a gradual reopening of facilities in response to the Federal Government’s lifting of Coronavirus restrictions. In March, the...
May 20, 2020
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Frankton Golf Centre partially reopens in Queenstown
Frankton Golf Centre’s popular nine-hole golf course, located next to Queenstown Events Centre, reopened last week to members and non-members keen to get back swinging, chipping...
May 5, 2020
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Northern Territory Government commences easing of Coronavirus restrictions on golf courses, gyms, pools, parks and gatherings
The Northern Territory Government has announced a three step 'roadmap' for the reopening of businesses and activities, including golf courses, swimming pools, parks, playgrounds...
Apr 30, 2020
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Fremantle Public Golf Course unveils updated design
The City of Fremantle has unveiled an updated layout for the revamped Fremantle Public Golf Course. The course redesign, which is required to make room for the Main Roads WA...
Apr 29, 2020
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Golf Australia ‘encouraged’ to see golf being played with minimal risk
Golf Australia has advised that it is “encouraged to see golf played in comparative safety in five states and one territory in recent weeks as we all adopt social distancing...
Apr 21, 2020
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Golf Australia cancels events until 30th June
In light of the ongoing Coronavirus issues and current Government restrictions with regards to outdoor public spaces, social distancing and essential activities, Golf Australia...
Apr 16, 2020
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Confusion as courses ignore Golf Australia advice and remain open
After four days of confusion how the Coronavirus restrictions apply to the operation of golf courses, Golf Australia, has released a statement outlining its position, in which...
Apr 3, 2020
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Organisers advise of cancellation of Golf Business Forum 2020
The organisers of the biennial Golf Business Forum have advised that its 2020 edition has been cancelled due to the "current COVID-19 situation". In a communication to delegates...
Apr 2, 2020
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Golf course greenkeepers fear shutdown will result in multi-billion dollar damage to turf infrastructure
Australia's peak turf management body has warned of multi-billion dollar damage to the nation's sporting assets should staff be prevented from undertaking grounds maintenance...
Apr 2, 2020
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Golf Australia advises that clubs, courses and facilities should close
Golf Australia has advised all Australian golf clubs and facilities that they should close until further notice. Following Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison’s latest...
Mar 30, 2020
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Clubhouses close but golf courses remain open through Coronavirus crisis
While Federal and state Government restrictions to enforce social-distancing to reduce the impact of Coronavirus outbreak has seen the closure of clubhouses across Australia,...
Mar 28, 2020
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Coronavirus and the leisure industry update: The arts, aquatics, aviation, fitness, golf and swim schools - Friday 20th March
The R&A and Golf Australia have announced a series of temporary measures that will enable clubs to remove any hygiene implications related to complying with the Rules of Golf....
Mar 20, 2020
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NZ Super Fund buys Auckland's Formosa Golf Course
The $45 billion NZ Super Fund and the Russell Property Group have bought the Formosa Golf Course in outer eastern Auckland suburb of Beachlands. The Super Fund and investors...
Mar 18, 2020
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Stephen Pitt resigns as Chief Executive of Golf Australia
Golf Australia has today announced the resignation of Stephen Pitt as Chief Executive after 11 years in the role with Pitt stepping down from the organisation later this year....
Feb 17, 2020
Golf
Sunshine Coast public golf course expands to 18 holes
The Sunshine Coast’s Maleny Golf Club has completed its expansion and now boasts an 18-hole public golf course. Sunshine Coast Council contributed $450,000 to drive construction...
Feb 16, 2020
Golf
Speaker and registration details revealed for Golf Business Forum 2020
The organisers of the Golf Business Forum have revealed its initial line-up of speakers for the 2020 event in Melbourne. Working together with event partner, the Australian...
Feb 8, 2020
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Golf Saudi advances regional strategy with support from STRI
Global sports solutions provider, STRI Group has announced its support of Golf Saudi in the creation of a regional and a national strategy for the development of golf courses....
Feb 3, 2020
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Plans revealed for surf wave park at golf resort in outer Western Sydney
Ambitious plans for a surf wave park at a golf club on the banks of the Hawkesbury River in outer Western Sydney, utilising wave-generating technology from USA-based company...
Jan 30, 2020
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