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Competition Golf numbers on the rise across NSW

POSTED ON July 20, 2016 @ 6:51 pm

Participation in club golf across New South Wales has increased by almost nine percent in the three months to June. The number of competition rounds played across the state came to 1,354,974 for the period from April to June 2016 compared to 1,244,857 for the same …

Latest competition golf rounds continue positive growth trend

POSTED ON July 20, 2016 @ 2:29 am

The Australian Golf Industry Council has released its latest National Competition Rounds Report, which shows participation growth continues to remain steady. Over a 12-month period, GolfLink recorded approximately 14.76 million rounds with over 3.7 million single handicapped rounds reported between April and June; a four …

The Grange GC appoints new Golf Club Manager

POSTED ON July 20, 2016 @ 2:25 am

Illawarra, NSW, 19th July, 2016 – The NSW South Coast’s leading golf club The Grange, announces that Troon Golf’s Scott McCaw has been appointed Golf Operations Manager of The Grange Golf Club in Kembla Grange. Scott, who will be relocating to Wollongong from his current …

Dancing On Moonlight Private Golf Course

POSTED ON July 19, 2016 @ 10:00 am

By Mathilda Andersson In Ohoka, a few minutes north of Christchurch, lies the beautiful estate of renowned New Zealand racehorse breeder Robert Famularo. Situated on 185-acre land, the property features stalls for 27 horses with a 1,000 metre training track, tennis courts, and since last …

Golf course estates are on the rise in Sydney

POSTED ON July 16, 2016 @ 7:11 pm

“There are two great views to capitalise on in Australia,” says Eugene Marchese, principal and chairman of architecture firm Marchese Partners. “The beach view or the golf course.” Marchese has just finished designing a collection of luxury torrens-title townhouses named Parvenu overlooking Strathfield Golf Club. …

Golf course developments revitalise King Island as tourists visit to enjoy a round

POSTED ON July 16, 2016 @ 6:59 pm

Remote King Island, plonked half way between the north-west tip of Tasmania and mainland Australia, is undergoing a transformation. Within 12 months, two world-class golf courses will have opened on the island, bringing with them a renewed energy for residents. Year-round resident numbers are dipping …

Yering Meadows Secures New Owners and Solidifies Position in Yarra Valley

POSTED ON July 14, 2016 @ 5:56 pm

MELBOURNE, Victoria, July, 2016: The iconic Yering Meadows Golf Course in the Yarra Valley has announced that it has successfully negotiated a competitive sale of its properties and will retain existing management. The expansive and unique golf course is located 45 minutes from Melbourne and …

Mackay golf course part of new development plan

POSTED ON July 14, 2016 @ 5:50 pm

A REGIONAL tourism facility that includes a nine-hole golf course has been given preliminary approval by Mackay Regional Council. The proposed development will be midway between Alligator Creek and Sarina Beach, on Grasstree Rd. According to the council, the site is currently used for cattle …

Grange smashes membership record AGAIN

POSTED ON July 14, 2016 @ 5:38 pm

As we tick over to another membership year, The Grange Golf Club is pleased to report that 2015/16 was the most successful membership induction year on record. Over the past 12 months the Club has welcomed 151 new members, an astounding 81 more than budget. …