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Barnbougle Dunes. WE asked for your help in a nationwide call to action and Inside Golf readers certainly delivered, more than 3,000 offering their educated opinions as to which public golf facilities they believed to be Australia’s best. When coupled with the ratings from our panel, which comprised writers and editorial contributors, industry experts, […]
Ross Watson studies the layout of the Caloundra golf course – his first and last design project. IT WAS just chance that Ross Watson, who has designed more Australian golf courses than perhaps any other golf architect, chose to retire to Caloundra, on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. By coincidence, it was at Caloundra that Watson began […]
Ryder Cup – the stats don’t lie Keegan Bradley will captain team USA at the Ryder Cup. Tweet
DUNCAN Andrews and his son, Cameron, owners of the Dunes and 13th Beach, are building a new 10-hole golf course on the St Andrews Brewery site on the Mornington Peninsula. The land involved is 36 hectares or 90 acres, on which are the brewery, an old racetrack, part of the Freedman Bros racing stables, an […]
HAVING undergone somewhat of a makeover in recent years, St Michaels golf club in Sydney’s east easily ranks alongside the best courses in all of NSW. With its breathtaking ocean views, the conditioning and presentation of the course and the challenges of the links-style layout, it’s no wonder St Michaels is a popular choice for […]
AT 81, Graham Marsh, one of the country’s genuine trail blazing international golfers and hugely successful course architect, is back in Australia and living in Melbourne enjoying the company of his two daughters and his five grandchildren. “Whether it’s for the next five or 10 years, who knows? My two daughters, Jenni and Stephanie live […]
NOOSA Springs Golf and Spa Resort, already boasting one of Australia’s top 100 golf courses, will be further improved following Noosa Council’s recent decision to approve the construction of a luxury boutique hotel within the resort’s grounds. Work on the 69-room hotel, which will be operated by an international, five-star branded hotel manager and is […]
Newcastle Golf Club and Principle Living have announced that development consent has been granted by the Hunter and Central Coast Regional Planning Panel for a substantial retirement village on the Club’s land fronting Nelson Bay Road at Fern Bay. The proposed village involves 172 independent living units and associated infrastructure, with the development consent following […]
Radisson RED Danang creates an immersive cultural experience in the heart of Central Vietnam’s most dynamic city. A COMFORTABLE ride to the handful of world class golfing facilities located in central Vietnamese city of Danang, is the Radisson RED Danang, a stylish city hotel offering travellers a unique and inspiring experience. An upscale hotel brand […]
TEE off on Asia’s most prestigious championship courses and embark on a golfing adventure unlike any other, blending world-class golf with unrivalled luxury. A golfing odyssey spanning five breathtaking countries, this extraordinary journey includes gourmet meals, refreshing drinks, nightly entertainment, and daily prize presentations—all set against the backdrop of stunning landscapes and iconic destinations. Discover […]
WHEN good mates Paul Spencer and Chris Chapman decided to set up their own turf product distribution and consultancy business a decade ago, one of their biggest concerns was that the stress might put an end to their 20-year friendship. “People told us you can’t go into business with your mate,” Spencer said. “I think […]
SHANX Mini Golf, which features a variety of challenging golf course style contours that blend seamlessly with the natural landscape, has opened at Little Para Golf Course. A joint project between the City of Salisbury and GreenSpace Management, the innovative SHANX Mini Golf course promises the ‘funest’, and most hole-in-‘oneable’ mini golf course yet in […]
A fresh and exciting attraction has just arrived at Marsden Golf Driving Range south of Brisbane, withthe grand opening of its new 9-hole putt-putt course. Aimed at offering fun for all ages, this family-friendly addition is set to enhance the recreational options available at the stand-alone golfing venue. The newly unveiled putt-putt course features a […]
Richard Champion enjoyed a stellar AFL career with the Brisbane Lions (previously Bears), several times awarded best clubman and praised for his professionalism both on and off the field. These days ‘Champs’ is a well-known media personality, on radio, television, emceeing events and performing live with bands, including The Filthy Animals. ‘Champs’ is just as […]
IN the July issue we introduced readers to golf in the central region of Malaysia, in Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and Selangor, an area combining urban sprawl, old-world charm and tropical rainforests. This month we shift the focus to East Malaysia, which lies in the island of Borneo. East Malaysia is where nature and adventure come […]
In a special feature, Inside Golf introduces esteemed golf course architect Ross Perrett, who joins as an occasional columnist. His first piece is The Real Heroes. Ross Perrett worked with Khun Pitak Indravithayadnond, on the Ayodya Links GC in Bangkok, Thailand. By Ross Perrett THE development of a golf course relies on the input of […]
Links at Kennedy Bay. IN a WA-first, Links Kennedy Bay (LKB), managed by Clublinks Management, has bucked the trend by introducing electric scooters, adding to an already unique golfing experience. In offering an alternative to traditional golf carts, the 20 new and environmentally friendly scooters provide golfers with a different and enjoyable way to navigate […]
By Michael Davis Let’s not gild the lily here. When we review little public nine-hole gems like Adelaide’s Regency Park Community Golf Course, we are not pretending they are akin to Royal Melbourne, St Andrews or Augusta. But the proliferation and rebirth of these largely council-run facilities across the country is opening up the game […]
By Rob Willis So NSW Premier Chris Minns has seemingly bowed to pressure from Lord Mayor of Sydney Clover Moore and the interest groups she supports in reviewing the use of the land occupied by the Moore Park Golf Club in Sydney. A flourishing facility, catering to all levels of golfers, those from close by, […]
BUNKER-TO-BUNKER… Inside Golf writers have their say! By Michael Davis The late Jack Newton always spoke his mind on most matters including his disdain for golf writers. His keynote address at one of the annual writers’ dinners was legendary for its brevity and frankness. We were all the richer for Jack’s brutally honest opinions and […]
By Michael Davis Golf Australia (GA) and the PGA of Australia have thrown their weight behind the fight to retain Oakleigh golf course in south-eastern Melbourne. GA senior staff including General Manager Clubs and Facilities Damien de Bohun have met representatives of Monash City Council and made it clear that the national body would not […]
PRESS RELEASE Golf Services Management Pty. Ltd. (GSM) are pleased to announce we have entered into a new management agreement with Cardinia Shire Council to reopen and manage the Pakenham Golf Course at Deep Creek Reserve. Recognising GSM’s commendable track record of reopening venues facing financial challenges, Cardinia Shire Council expressed confidence in GSM’s capability […]
RENOWNED among avid golf enthusiasts, Greg Ritchie’s name resonates beyond his illustrious cricket career, which saw him shine in 30 Tests for Australia. His connection with the sport of golf, however, is equally captivating. A childhood ignited by hitting golf balls alongside his father cultivated a deep-rooted passion for the game. This ardour found its […]
By Michael Davis GreenSpace is fast becoming a force of nature in the golf industry. The company’s passion and enthusiasm is infectious. GreenSpace are pushing hard for industry change, they are driving genuine community outcomes within the public access facility that they are now responsible for. Their newest edition to the stable is one that […]
LITTLE Para Golf Course has been a much-loved community asset for the City of Salisbury and beyond for decades, and now, Little Para is ready to embark on its next journey. In line with the City of Salisbury’s commitment to providing a welcoming and liveable city, exciting things are coming soon at Little Para with […]
By Peter Owen WHEN Dandenong councillor Bill Dunlop popped into a barber shop in Springvale, in Melbourne’s south-eastern suburbs, more than 75 years ago all he was looking for was a neat trim and perhaps a quick shave. But when he left 30 minutes later he’d achieved a whole lot more – he’d disposed of […]
IT comes as no surprise that Pat Cash, like many top-tier athletes, is also a good golfer. He won’t testify to being in the same echelon as Ivan Lendl, who he famously beat in the Wimbledon final in 1987, or lanky Englishman Tim Henman, but Pat knows and loves his golf. We were having a […]
FORMER basketball boss Neil Goffet has moved from the court to the course in his new role as general manager at Hawks Nest Golf Club. A former journalist at the Newcastle Herald, Goffet spent the past nine years as general manager at Newcastle Basketball where the association recorded incredible success during his reign. He replaces […]
BUNKER-TO-BUNKER… Inside Golf writers have their say! By Peter Owen THERE’S a good reason people still consider some golf clubs to be the domain of elitist snobs, happy to enforce their morals upon the rest of us. It’s often the truth. Fortunately, though, the number is decreasing, and most contemporary clubs are content to accept […]
By Peter Owen WHEN Josh Constable followed the World Surf League tour around the world he took with him three bags – one for his clothes, one for his board, and one for his golf clubs. When he wasn’t competing against the world’s best surfers, he would head to the nearest golf course, honing a […]
MAINTAINING a golf course is the most critical element of any golf club. But like so many other industries, finding skilled staff has become an immense challenge and turf managers around the world are struggling to find the people they need to help maintain golf courses and stadiums to a premium level. This human resource […]
WHAT’S the best and most picturesque golf course you’ve played and what’s next on your bucket list? Can’t make up your mind? Well, here’s a little help from a book titled 150 golf courses you need to visit before you die. It’s a selection of the 150 most marvellous golf courses in the world – […]
Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club’s The Palms golf course will embark on an enhancement plan which will see further upgrades since its redesign was completed just over a decade ago. Paul Mogford and Neil Crafter of Crafter + Mogford Architects, who have Melbourne’s renowned Metropolitan Golf Course and Barwon Heads Golf Course to their […]
By Michael Davis WE have no desire to be overly combative here. But in our view the same cannot be said for those who want to shut down the Northcote public golf course and turn it into parkland. Clearly not happy with the compromise reached recently, with the course being reduced from 12 to nine […]
BUNKER-TO-BUNKER….Inside Golf writers have their say! By Peter Owen MY first inclination was to simply write ‘No’ and be responsible for perhaps the briefest column in the history of golf writing. I’m no fan of Donald Trump. I don’t like his politics or his ethics. I just don’t like him. And he probably wouldn’t like […]
THE horrendous summer weather experienced on the east coast of Australia in early 2022 has of course been devastating for so many people. There are so many families who have lost their houses and possessions. The scenes we witnessed from Lismore and Woodburn at the height of the two separate floods were just heartbreaking for […]
THE Brisbane Golf Club has appointed Victorian David Mason as its new course superintendent. Mason, who will start in his new role on March 1, has had more than 27 years’ experience in the golf course maintenance industry, including 17 years as a course superintendent. The 45-year-old is currently course super at Metropolitan Golf Club […]
By Michael Davis KINGSTON Heath is joining the groundswell of club thinking around the world bringing superb par-three experiences to time-poor golfers. Latrobe and Lonsdale Links are two Victorian clubs already ahead of the game having completed par-three layouts on their sites. The shorter courses are proving a boon for the clubs who already have […]
MOST golfers who take up the game of golf will eventually start dreaming about getting a hole-in-one. For many golfers it’s the ultimate prize. Well, the dream became reality for one young Collangatta Tweed Heads Golf Club (CTHGC) junior member when he aced the seventh hole on the River Course. Eight-year-old Ollie Moore stunned golfers […]
WORD of mouth is a powerful advertising tool and it is making Palmer Coolum Resort a fan favourite all over again. This year golfers have been flocking to the Sunshine Coast to play one of Australia’s iconic layouts designed by Robert Trent Jones Junior. Yes, the resort did find the rough a number of years […]
