News: Golf
Plans revealed for surf simulator and mini-golf course at Hillarys Boat Harbour
Plans for for a FlowRider surf simulator and pirate-themed mini-golf course have been revealed for the former Great Escape site at Hillarys Boat Harbour in northern metropolitan...
Sep 11, 2018
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Adelaide Oval to launch in-stadium golf experience
Australian Golf Digest has teamed up with Adelaide Oval to launch a nine-hole golf course at the famous venue. Following the lead set by Auckland’s Eden Park with its ASB G9’s...
Sep 4, 2018
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Golf NSW reports success of seniors program
Golf NSW has reported that its Get into Golf for Seniors program is attracting growing participant numbers and more clubs signing up as venue hosts. Launched by Golf NSW in...
Aug 22, 2018
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ASB G9 returns to Eden Park for its second year
Auckland’s Eden Park has announced that its ASB G9 golf event will return for a second edition in November. Following the success of the first ASB G9 golf event last year, Eden...
Aug 22, 2018
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New Zealand Golf responds to potential Auckland Council course sales
New Zealand Golf has expressed concern over the perceived poor use of Auckland Council-managed green space occupied by golf facilities within Auckland and North Harbour, and has...
Aug 8, 2018
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PGA welcomes new Commercial Director Australasia
The PGA of Australia and European Tour has announced the appointment of Michael McDonald as their new Commercial Director Australasia. An accomplished commercial leader with...
Jul 24, 2018
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Holey Moley opens new attraction in Wollongong
The Funlab Group has opened its latest Holey Moley mini-golf cocktail bar in Wollongong. Located on the lower level of Wollongong Central, the colourful 18-hole mini-golf...
Jul 20, 2018
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Public Golf Facilities Australia approves new structure
Public Golf Facilities Australia (PGFA), the body representing managers of publicly-owned golf courses, has approved a new structure that will enable it to have a greater voice...
Jul 18, 2018
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Golf Australia report shows small decline in participation in 2017
The ongoing engagement challenge faced by golf has been highlighted in the 2017 Golf Club Participation Report which shows a 1.1% decline in membership since 2016. The latest...
Jul 16, 2018
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Golfing legend elected Chairman of the PGA of Australia
The PGA of Australia has advised announce that golfing legends Rodger Davis and Ian Baker-Finch have joined the PGA of Australia Board as Member Directors, with Davis elected as...
Jul 13, 2018
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MyGolf initiative shares 15,000 reasons to celebrate
Golf Australia has revealed that its MyGolf national junior program has introduced 15,000 participants to the game over the last 12 months. Josie Laurie, an eight-year-old...
Jul 9, 2018
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Melbourne golf clubs win Australian Open hosting rights
Two of Australia’s most famous tournament venues have won the rights to host the 2020 and 2022 editions of the Australian Open. With a strong field of contenders from...
Jul 6, 2018
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Business Management Institute golf administration program to launch in Australia
Golf Management Australia (GMA) in partnership with Golf Australia and the Club Managers Association of America (CMAA) is to offer the first ever Business Management Institute...
Jul 3, 2018
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Australian golf mourns the loss of Peter Thomson
The PGA of Australia has led tributes to Peter Thomson AO, CBE, who has died at the age of 88. One of the most recognisable and renowned PGA Professionals, Peter Thomson will be...
Jun 20, 2018
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Australia’s first Topgolf Venue opens on the Gold Coast
Announcing that it is “set to revolutionise entertainment in the city’, Australia’s first Topgolf Venue has opened on the Gold Coast. Offering a new, year-round family...
Jun 15, 2018
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Golf bodies unite for NSW Industry Awards
In a show of collaboration, the major golf bodies in NSW have joined forces to stage the inaugural New South Wales Golf Industry Awards Evening at Sydney’s Curzon Hall on 22nd...
Jun 14, 2018
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Golf’s R&A launches Women's charter
The R&A has unveiled its Women in Golf Charter as part of the organisation’s drive to increase the number of women and girls participating in golf and to encourage more...
Jun 1, 2018
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Adelaide course to host 2019 Australian Women’s Golf Open
The Grange Golf Club in Adelaide will host the 2019 ISPS Handa Women’s Australian Open in February next year, marking the second time in four years the event has been held at...
May 31, 2018
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Swing Fit encourages women into golf
With golf sometimes viewed as an intimidating game for first-time players, Golf Australia’s Swing Fit is introducing women to the basics of golf in an interactive way, as well...
May 22, 2018
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National Golf Foundation releases 2018 Industry Report
The US-based National Golf Foundation (NGF), the trade organisation that works across the golf industry, today released its new Golf Industry Report, a comprehensive...
May 15, 2018
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New Holey Moley Golf Club open in inner Sydney
Entertainment innovator Funlab has opened its third Holey Moley mini-golf cocktail bar in Sydney occupying a space under the famous Kings Cross Coca-Cola sign. Spread over two...
May 12, 2018
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Significant growth predicted for tourism on China’s Hainan Island
Stakeholders from Hainan’s tourism industry have reacted positively to recent measures announced by Chinese President Xi Jinping that support the opening up of China’s tropical...
May 10, 2018
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New era of Australian golf industry communication
As promised by the Professional Golfers Association of Australia and Golf Australia in their joint venture announced during the 2017 Emirates Australian Open, both bodies are...
May 6, 2018
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Job search begins for Australia’s first Topgolf venue
Village Roadshow has commenced recruitment for Australia’s first Topgolf venue, with 400 positions available across food and beverage, golf services and retail operations....
Apr 23, 2018
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