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A statement from Golf Australia regarding course re-openings

A statement from Golf Australia regarding course re-openings

After four days of confusion surrounding the COVID-19 regulations surrounding the opening of golf courses, Golf Australia, has released a statement outlining its position. 2 Apr 2020
$5 billion warning on course turf management

$5 billion warning on course turf management

Australia's peak turf management body has warned of multi-billion dollar damage to the nation's sporting assets should staff be locked out of work because of Covid-19. 31 Mar 2020
All Australian golf clubs advised to close

All Australian golf clubs advised to close

Golf Australia has advised all Australian golf clubs and facilities to close until further notice. 30 Mar 2020
COVID-19 Update: Can I still play golf?

COVID-19 Update: Can I still play golf?

Federal and State Government restrictions to enforce social-distancing has seen the closure of golf clubhouses across the country but nearly all courses remain open for play. For now. 25 Mar 2020
Golf Australia cancels, postpones key events

Golf Australia cancels, postpones key events

In light of national and ongoing Covid-19 concerns, GA chairman Andrew Newbold reluctantly confirms the scheduled Australian Junior Championships in April, both for girls and boys, has been cancelled. 16 Mar 2020
We want you!

We want you!

Professional golf is off the calendar for the next four weeks at least. And we want to hear from you, the golfers of Australia. 16 Mar 2020
Australian Interstate Series takes on new look

Australian Interstate Series takes on new look

The Australian Interstate Teams Series is changing formats, which will see men and women compete alongside each other. 6 Mar 2020
Stephen Pitt Announces Resignation as CEO of Golf Australia

Stephen Pitt Announces Resignation as CEO of Golf Australia

Golf Australia today announced that Stephen Pitt has resigned as Chief Executive Officer after 11 years in the role and will step down from the organisation later this year. 18 Feb 2020
Golf goes to aid of bushfire victims

Golf goes to aid of bushfire victims

Australian golf is pitching in to help the victims of the country’s bushfire crisis. 14 Jan 2020
Queensland Open moves to Pelican Waters in 2020

Queensland Open moves to Pelican Waters in 2020

The Isuzu Queensland Open is heading north. 23 Dec 2019
Time is nigh … For short-form golf

Time is nigh … For short-form golf

The common complaint from the part-time golfer is they wish they could play more. Matt Cleary is among those time-poor swingers and he ponders the opportunities clubs have to tap into shorter forms of the game. 6 Dec 2019
Hazardous smog hits Australian Open

Hazardous smog hits Australian Open

Golf Australia plans to bolster on-site medical staff if Sydney's fire-driven smog continues to disrupt this week's Australian Open. 3 Dec 2019
Gabi Ruffels: A Star Is Born

Gabi Ruffels: A Star Is Born

It took Gabi Ruffels less than five years to transition from the heights of the junior tennis world into the history books of another sport entirely. Introducing one of Australia’s brightest young stars ... 19 Nov 2019
Profile: Maverick Takes Flight

Profile: Maverick Takes Flight

Maverick Antcliff isn’t yet a household name. But if the Queenslander continues his good form in Asia, it won’t be long before he is. 16 Oct 2019
Dates confirmed for Vic and Women’s Opens

Dates confirmed for Vic and Women’s Opens

If you love world-class golf, start making your plans for February. 25 Sep 2019
Australian golf’s home away from home

Australian golf’s home away from home

The life of an emerging golfer can be a lonely one. 23 Sep 2019
The Thing About Golf Podcast #5 - PGA Life Member, Tom Moore

The Thing About Golf Podcast #5 - PGA Life Member, Tom Moore

Tom Moore is one of only 12 current life members of the PGA of Australia, and he has witnessed just about every imaginable significant change the game has seen. 12 Sep 2019
Cameron Smith confirmed for Australian PGA

Cameron Smith confirmed for Australian PGA

Cameron Smith is hoping to create history by becoming the first person in more than 100 years to win three consecutive Australian PGA Championship titles. 2 Sep 2019
Curlewis announces second All Abilities Clinic

Curlewis announces second All Abilities Clinic

In conjunction with genU and Golf Australia, Curlewis Golf Club is set to host its second All Abilities come-and-try clinic, for golfers with a disability at The Range @ Curlewis. The free clinic is locked in for Friday, September 6, 2pm – 4pm. Parents, carers and friends are welcome to attend. 27 Aug 2019
Newbold takes Golf Australia reins

Newbold takes Golf Australia reins

Andrew Newbold is the new chairman of Golf Australia. 19 Aug 2019
Queensland Open rescheduled for 2020

Queensland Open rescheduled for 2020

Golf Australia (GA) and the PGA of Australia advise that the Isuzu Queensland Open will not be played this year, with plans to reschedule the prestigious championship in early 2020. 26 Jul 2019