december 2005

COVER STORY
AUSTRALIAN OPEN & PGA CHAMPIONSHIPS PREVIEW:
CAN ANYONE BEAT PETER LONARD?
Peter Lonard stands on the verge of re-writing Australian Open and PGA history. Brendan James talks to him about his chances in both events and looks at the contenders lining up to de-throne him as the kingpin of Australian golf.

FEATURES
MASTERCARD MASTERS PREVIEW:
GREEN EYES DOUBLE GOLD
Richard Green says he is playing his way back into form just in time to defend his Masters title. Brendan James reports.

BIG THINGS GROW FROM SMALL
The Meriton Sydney Invitational has evolved into one of the premier Pro-Am events in Australia. Denis Gallagher talks to the masterminds behind its success.

TRAVEL
COURSE REVIEW: THIRTEENTH BEACH – CREEK COURSE
The challenging Nick Faldo/Tony Cashmore creation on Victoria’s Bellarine Peninsula is beginning to live up to its potential and name, writes Brendan James.

REDS, WHITES AND GREENS
From the Pokolbin vineyards to the beaches of Newcastle and Port Stephens, NSW’s Hunter Region has plenty to offer the travelling golfer. Denis Gallagher reports.

EQUIPMENT
CLUB ROAD TEST #1 Srixon I-506 irons.
CLUB ROAD TEST #2 Mizuno MX-500 driver.
BALL ROAD TEST Precept Lady S III.

INSTRUCTION
COACH’S CORNER: GARY EDWIN
A good golf swing can be a real balancing act. Gary Edwin offers a series of drills you can use to encourage a better body turn.

MASTER CLASS: GEOFF OGILVY
What is the dominant arm in the golf swing? For right-handers, the focus is often on the left arm. Geoff Ogilvy and his coach, Dale Lynch, reveal the importance of a right arm that works properly.

BATTLE OF THE SEXES
Golf Australia Teaching Editor Lorien Scott examines the improvements our combatants have made to their golf swings.

THE DRILL SERGEANT
‘Sergeant’ Mark Gibson offers two simple drills to help you control the distance of your chip shots.

PGA PERSONAL LESSONS
Gary Booby
Sutherland Shire Golf Academy, NSW
Master the knockdown shot.

Ramon Kesur
Tempe Driving Range, NSW
Eliminate the reverse pivot.

Peter Coté
Hope Island Resort, Queensland
A quiet body = better hits.

JUNIOR JOURNAL
Glen Whittle reveals putting feel is as simple as A-B-C.

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