ASTMA Excellence in Golf Course Management Award – Luke Helm acceptance speech The Australian Sports Turf Managers Association (ASTMA) announced the winners of the 2026 National Turf Industry Awards during a gala dinner held at the Crown Complex Palladium Ballroom in Melbourne. Sponsored by Syngenta, …
Golf’s continued momentum is being felt strongly across Melbourne’s outer south-east, where Ranfurlie Range has emerged as one of the region’s most active and accessible golf destinations. Based in Cranbourne, the venue has become a popular hub for committed golfers, casual players, families and social groups, reflecting the game’s increasingly …
MELBOURNE – The Society of Australian Golf Course Architects (SAGCA) has officially entered a new chapter following the election of industry stalwart Justin Trott as its 10th President. The announcement was made during the Society’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) held last week in Melbourne, culminating …
Swing Factory has received Development Approval for its proposed venue in Moreton Bay, Queensland. The approval clears the way for construction to begin on the golf and entertainment facility later this year, with an expected opening in mid-to-late 2027. Facility Features and Offerings The upcoming …
The Franchise Council of Australia has named X-Golf Group the Franchisor of the Year in the 26 to 50 units category at the 2026 National Franchise Awards. The award recognizes the company’s framework and innovation within the Australian sports entertainment sector. Network Growth and Core …
A $2.6-billion concept plan by developer Stockland to transform the former Kogarah Golf Club into a major industrial and logistics precinct has officially gone on public exhibition. The proposal outlines the redevelopment of a 32-hectare site located at 13-19A Marsh Street, situated directly across the …
Experienced governance and leadership professional Suzanne Storrie has been appointed to the Golf Australia Board. An AFR 100 Women of Influence recipient, company director, consultant, executive coach, and farmer, Storrie brings over 30 years of experience in strategic transformation, risk management, technology, and operational change …
TOOWOOMBA – The historic City Golf Club is marking a monumental milestone this year with a major facelift, as construction teams push forward on two transformative development projects. Work is progressing steadily on the club’s brand-new, purpose-built Pro Shop and an expansive extension of its Gaming …
The issue The Fairbairn Golf Club is up for divestment by the Government. The club has been around since 1953 providing sporting facilities in Canberra initially for the benefit of Defence personal and since the late 1990s to the public. There is no cost to …
SYDNEY – Two of New South Wales’ premier golf clubs have stolen the spotlight on the club industry’s biggest stage, securing top honors at the prestigious 2026 ClubsNSW Clubs & Community Awards. Pennant Hills Golf Club and Club Taree both claimed major victories at the annual gala event, …
