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Official launch of $25m project to transform Claremont Golf Course

POSTED ON November 6, 2016 @ 10:31 am

BUYERS have already started snapping up units in a new $25 million residential development near the Cadbury chocolate factory in Hobart. Vos Constructions today said it expected to complete the first stage of the 69-unit One Bournville development by mid 2017. Director Darren Vos said …

MSL Solutions acquisition announcement in UK

POSTED ON November 5, 2016 @ 8:09 am

MSL Solutions announced this week the acquisition of UK-based hospitality software solutions provider Verteda. The purchase now gives MSL Solutions a strong foothold into the lucrative UK market with significant opportunities for growth in the entertainment, hospitality and stadia sector. The Directors and shareholders of …

Green Envied for Hilton Asian Tour Golfer of the Month Award

POSTED ON October 29, 2016 @ 9:26 am

Singapore: Malaysian Gavin Green has received another accolade in his fledgling career, being named as the Hilton Asian Tour Golfer of the Month for September. Touted as one of Asia’s brightest prospects, Green booked his spot in this week’s lucrative CIMB Classic by defeating title-holder …

Saujana Joins Asian Golf Industry Federation

POSTED ON October 29, 2016 @ 9:16 am

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: Saujana Golf & Country Club, one of the region’s best-known golfing venues, has joined the Asian Golf Industry Federation (AGIF). A multi-time host to the Malaysian Open and a member of the exclusive European Tour Properties network, Saujana boasts two acclaimed 18-hole …

International Long Drivers Invitational Is All Go

POSTED ON October 28, 2016 @ 1:00 pm

A slight change of name, but the International Long Drivers Invitational is definitely on and being held at Remuera Golf Club in Auckland, November 5th and 6th 2016 and will still features eight of the top long drivers  from around the world. Included in the field will be Maurice …

Golf & Health Project Highlights Game’s Fitness Benefits

POSTED ON October 26, 2016 @ 11:56 am

St Augustine, Florida, United States: The World Golf Foundation (WGF) has announced the launch of the Golf & Health Project, a unique initiative focused on academic research highlighting how the game can benefit peoples’ lives. Researchers at the University of Edinburgh, led by Dr Andrew …

Trinka Hails ‘Year of Significant Progress’ for Asian Golf Industry Federation

POSTED ON October 26, 2016 @ 11:52 am

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: Outgoing President Tim Trinka has hailed ‘another year of significant progress’ for the Asian Golf Industry Federation (AGIF). Trinka, who is stepping down after four years in the post, said he was confident that the Federation will continue to go from strength-to-strength. …

Walne Assumes Asian Golf Industry Federation Presidency

POSTED ON October 26, 2016 @ 11:49 am

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: Richard Walne has been confirmed as the new President of the Asian Golf Industry Federation (AGIF). One of the original Board members when the AGIF was inaugurated in 2009, Walne is among the region’s most respected industry figures. For more than three …

A $3 million upgrade now on course at The Grange Golf Club

POSTED ON October 13, 2016 @ 6:36 pm

  Planning is underway for a $3 million upgrade of the course at The Grange Golf Club after a positive response to $5 million recently being spent on the clubhouse at Kembla Grange. Wollongong Lord Mayor Councillor Gordon Bradbery was among the special guests at …

Norm Spitzig talks club management on Private Club Radio

POSTED ON October 10, 2016 @ 9:13 am

Norm Spitzig of Master Club Advisors, who toured Australia with Gregg Patterson earlier this year, has once again shared his insights into club management on the golf industry broadcast Private Club Radio. Internationally recognised as an eloquent and visionary expert on private club operations and …