The Board of the Australian Sports Turf Managers Association (ASTMA) is excited to share a significant milestone in our continued progression, with the release of the Associations’ Strategic Plan for 2023-2027. Following a 6-month review of the current Strategic Plan (2019-2023), the Board and Association …
The Club Car Golf Managers Association of New Zealand (GMANZ) Summit, held at Boulcott’s Farm Heritage Golf Club in Lower Hutt last week, was a resounding success according to feedback from the 70 delegates and business partners in attendance. The theme of the summit was …
Madam Nguyen Thi Nga and Richard Walne, two titans of the region’s golfing industry, have been honoured by the Asian Golf Industry Federation (AGIF). In recognition of their contributions to golf over the course of many decades, Madam Nga and Walne were feted during this …
The announcement of a new development project at the McLeod Country Golf Club in Brisbane has sparked frustration and concern among local residents. Plans to transform a portion of the golf course into a multi-story retirement village have left many fearing that the development could …
Great Golf Courses of the World acquaints golf enthusiasts with spectacular golf photography from over 100 courses in 20 countries around the world. The publication showcases the best of golf around the world outside the USA with spectacular imagery captured by acclaimed and award-winning golf …
Mini Golf Creations is excited to announce that James Wilcher, a distinguished figure in the world of golf course design, has joined our team as the Lead Designer. With over 30 years of experience and an impressive portfolio spanning multiple continents, Wilcher brings his unparalleled …
Vale The golf industry is mourning this week the passing of both David Townend (54) and Glenn Joyner (58), both succumbing to battles with illness. Townend passed away in Australia on Monday after a two-year battle with prostate cancer. Joyner passed away over the weekend, …
Troon®, the leader in providing golf and club-related leisure and hospitality services, has appointed DJ Flanders as Executive Vice President of its Troon International division. Flanders moves from his position as Senior Vice President and takes over for Mark Chapleski, who retired from the company …
Talent Needed Talented, educated, exposed, connected, energized, experienced and caring people are needed on committees and at the board to ensure that good governance happens. Talent doesn’t “just happen”. A process is needed to make sure that the right people are chosen, the right mindset …
The article features an interview with John Blanch, General Manager at Wentworth Club in Surrey. It discusses his 30-year career path in the golf industry, starting as a trainee assistant at a local club in Sussex and progressing to senior management positions at clubs in …
