By Inside Golf on Comments Off on CLUB OF THE MONTH: St Lucia Golf Links – Nearly a century old, but as modern as tomorrow
The historic Hillstone building. By Peter Owen THE first time Jens Holland saw St Lucia golf course was when he and his wife Kim were married there more than 40 years ago. At the time St Lucia was the home of the upscale Indooroopilly Golf Club, soon to move to new premises on the banks […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on The 71st US PGA Golf Show
By Rob Willis A golfing extravaganza bringing together PGA of America Golf Professionals, industry executives, retailers and business leaders from around the world, 1,000 golf companies and brands were showcased at the 71st PGA Show at the expansive Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. And Inside Golf was there. Held in late January, the […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on WE TRIED IT! Callaway Ai Smoke
By Michael Cooney In the ever-evolving world of golf technology, where innovation meets precision, Callaway has once again pushed the boundaries with their latest release – the Ai Smoke series. Embodied with cutting-edge artificial intelligence, the new Callaway Ai Smoke drivers, fairway woods, and hybrid model promise to elevate your game to unprecedented heights. A […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on Antigua Golf‘Arrive Comfortably’
Welcome to the epitome of golf fashion innovation – Antigua’s 2024 Golf Collection. Life is a series of moments, and in our meticulously crafted apparel, we ensure you embrace each one on and off the course. Unveiling a blend of style and performance, our collection is a celebration of the journey you embark on, where […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on Nailing short putts – the key to lower scores
By Grant Kenny ARE you having trouble with your consistency on short putts, either when playing or practising? Short putts are the key to lowering your golf score. Here are a few ways to find out why you could be missing these putts; remembering that the number one secret to these length putts is the […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on The Stance: Setting Up Your Swing for Success
By Peter Croker – Croker Golf System, PGA Teacher “[BLEEP]!” How often do we mutter t-h-a-t on the course? Maybe you’ve said it or thought it after a wayward shot — I know I have. But then I remind myself… “Better to get set up than get upset.” Because a solid set-up can fix a lot […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on February 2024 Issue of Inside Golf is Online
The February 2024 issue of Inside Golf is online for your reading pleasure. This month: HOVLAND EYEING OFF A HUGE 2024With an Aussie by his side WIN – A HAWAIIAN TRIP OF A LIFETIME AUSTRALIANS DOMINATE MAJOR US Q-SCHOOLS OPINIONThe Golf Ball Rollback – What do we think? 100TH ANNIVERSARYGailes Golf Club GOLF IN SOUTH […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on Win the golfing experience of a lifetime, at the Hawai‘i International Week of Golf, valued at $6,900 [Winner Announced]
*** COMPETITION CLOSED *** WINNER ANNOUNCED:Congratulations to Glenn B from Geelong, Victoria for winning this fabulous prize! FOUR rounds of golf at world-class Hawaiian golf courses, accommodation at an iconic five-star resort, competing in an event featuring great prizes, a gala presentation event, nightly functions, daily transfers, with a player gift pack included, a package […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on Aloha! And bring on 2024 for Hovland and his Aussie sidekick
Victor Hovland embraced the local Hawaiian culture in his first event of the new PGA TOUR schedule at The Sentry at Kapalua, in kick starting a year in which the young gun will have his sights firmly set on major championship success. There or there abouts for most of the week at The Sentry, Hovland […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on Late blooming Percy to chase success on PGA Tour Champions
By Peter Owen CAMERON Percy, who was once putting so poorly he played an entire tournament without looking at the hole, has earned himself a spot on one of the world’s highest profile golf tours. Percy, who did not play golf until he picked up a set of his grandmother’s old clubs at the age […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on Magnificent Magenta to host Women’s NSW Open
2023 NSW Women’s Open winner, Momoka Kobori. THE magnificent Magenta Shores Golf Course on the NSW Central Coast will host the $500,000 Women’s NSW Open for the first time in 2024. A championship which tees off on March 29, the event is set to attract over 120 elite female golfers from across Australia and […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on It’s official – PXG is coming to Australia
A DISTRIBUTION partnership between Champion Sports and PXG, a company dedicated to developing the world’s finest golf equipment and apparel, is set to ensure golfers in Australia and New Zealand have access to some of the world’s finest golf clubs. In finally making its way to Australia the new partnership will enable PXG to […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on Is the ball going too far, and how do we feel about the proposed rollback?
BUNKER-TO-BUNKER…. Inside Golf writers have their say! By Peter Owen FOR most of us, the proposed ball rollback doesn’t really matter much. It would mean our drives are perhaps four or five metres shorter, and if the members kicked up any sort of a fuss, well, the tee markers could be moved up a fraction. […]
By David Newbery on Comments Off on 100TH ANNIVERSARY: Gailes GC – 100 years of golfing tradition
“The (Gailes) layout is first rate. There is little to criticise and I was tickled to death to be able to play there. I’ll bet that course develops some (great) players because they have to play golf there.” – GENE SARAZEN, 1934 GAILES Golf Club’s history is a fortunate one, made possible by Dr Henry […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on Golfing Southeast Asia
FROM established courses to exciting new designs, in recognised golfing destinations and now in countries where the game is growing and looking to attract players from all around the world. Golf in southeast Asia is booming and everyone is invited to visit and bring the clubs, to enjoy unique golfing experiences. Read about a […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on Golf along the NSW South Coast
THE NSW South Coast is “open for business” and ready to turn on the charm for visiting golfers. With a variety of courses, from challenging championship layouts, to family friendly courses for all to enjoy, in a spectacular area of NSW, and the south coast is the ideal destination for golfers and non-golfers alike! Tweet
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on WE TRIED IT! Zoom OLED Pro Rangefinder
By Michael Cooney Wow, what a start to the year so far, let me assure the golfers reading this that the best is yet to come, and this review is nothing short of exceptional. This article we are reviewing the Zoom OLED Pro Rangefinder, which sets a new standard in the world of golf accessories, […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on WE TRIED IT! Zoom Focus S RangeFinder
By Michael Cooney Hello golfers! What a review we have for you! Embark on a golfing journey where precision meets affordability with the revolutionary ZOOM Focus S Golf Rangefinder. As the newest flagship in the world of golf rangefinders, the ZOOM Focus S seamlessly integrates cutting-edge technology with user-friendly design, redefining the standards for accuracy […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on New Balance Golf Shoes
‘Fairways Never Felt This Good’ For over a century, New Balance has been a stalwart in the world of sports shoes and apparel, consistently delivering quality and innovation. Whether it’s in the NBA, the Premier League, or the ATP and WTA tours, some of the biggest names in sports are wearing New Balance shoes. With […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on New Balance Golf Shoes
‘Fairways Never Felt This Good’ For over a century, New Balance has been a stalwart in the world of sports shoes and apparel, consistently delivering quality and innovation. Whether it’s in the NBA, the Premier League, or the ATP and WTA tours, some of the biggest names in sports are wearing New Balance shoes. With […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on Backspin Golf Podcast Episode 43
Young Australian golfing phenom, Jeffrey Guarn is on a course for stardom and after turning Pro recently and competing in the Australia PGA and Open, he shares his experience and future plans with Larry and Gary. One of golfs most travelled tour players shares his fascinating journey from Pro-Shop to winner on the Aussie Tour. […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on January 2024 Issue of Inside Golf is Online
The January 2024 issue of Inside Golf is online for your reading pleasure. This month: MINJEE LEE STEALS THE SHOWBig Sister crowned Australia’s best after stellar 2023 season CAM SMITHA side never seen before MIN WOO LEEWhat’s in the bag? OPINIONNew Year’s Golfing Resolutions CLUB OF THE MONTHRegency Park Golf Course WE TRIED ITMizuno Drivers, […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on Stuart Appleby – Part 1 – Life after 50
IN AN all-encompassing interview Inside Golf’s US correspondent Garrett Johnston spoke to Australia’s Stuart Appleby at a recent Champions Tour event. The pair covered a variety of topics, including the current health of Appleby’s game, his goals and aspirations for his golfing future, before delving into his thoughts on the possibility of a golf ball […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on How a snake brought a league legend unstuck
CELEBRITY SWINGER Greg Dowling, a cornerstone of Queensland success during the early years of the rugby league State of Origin series, has always had a love for golf, a passion which continues today where he is a regular on the fairways of the Ingham course in north Queensland. Inside Golf’s Peter Owen caught up with […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on Noosa’s new man at the top has unique background in golf
By Peter Owen A FORMER golf pro, turned administrator, who spent 20 years in the golf industry in Asia and owned the winner of the 2015 Stradbroke Handicap, has taken up new role as general manager of Noosa Golf Club on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. Anthony Sinclair, whose CV reads like a Hollywood movie script, succeeds […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on Swing City Golf opens in Norwest, Sydney
Swing City, a new generation, state-of-the-art golf and entertainment venue in Norwest, Sydney, developed by Mulpha Australia in partnership with golf operator Avid Sports, was officially opened by the Mayor of the Hills Shire, Dr Peter Gangemi, and CEO of Golf Australia James Sutherland. Swing City comprises a 40-bay range with individual hospitality seating, supported […]
By David Newbery on Comments Off on Award-winning super Darryl Edwards remains tuned in to lighter side of life
DARRYL Edwards, the course superintendent at Burleigh Golf Club on the Gold Coast, is a man who enjoys the lighter (funny) side of life. And those who know him well know that when he’s in the mood he will whip out his harmonica and play a little blues. “I generally have it (harmonica) tucked away […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on It’s a tough school at RM
By Michael Davies We could fill these pages with quirky tales and amazing club competitions held around the country every day. But this is one of the better ones to come out of Royal Melbourne recently. Two time RM club champion, Harry Goakes (handicap +2), probably thought that he was a good chance to win […]
By Michael Court on Comments Off on A calling for life
ASK any greenkeeper at any golf course and he’ll confirm it. It’s a calling for ‘life’. And seldom do you get the opportunity to share the spotlight with your comrades. Besides, it’s hard to squeeze that many ‘legends’ together in one room. Yet the NSW Golf Industry Awards were all about bringing golf’s many and […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on Our 2024 New Year’s golfing resolutions
They watch it, they play it, they live it, what are our group of golf writers wishing for in 2024……? Our Inside Golf scribes have their say! BUNKER-TO-BUNKER By Michael Court I have plenty . . . and top of the pops is to stop backing Rory McIlroy to win every week. He’s favourite or […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on December 2023 Issue of Inside Golf is Online
The December 2023 issue of Inside Golf is online for your reading pleasure. This month: JASPER’S INVITED TO AUGUSTAAsia Pacific win delivers the perfect Christmas gift XMAS GIFT GUIDE OPINIONHands off our Golf Courses TRAVELThe NSW North Coast CLUB OF THE MONTHCammeray Golf Club PAMPLINGFamily, winning and celebrating success … and much more! READ ONLINE […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on Stubbs has Georgia on his mind after Asia-Pacific win
By Michael Davis Wise old heads nodded knowingly when young Victorian golfer, Jasper Stubbs, won a ticket to The Masters in Augusta, Georgia and to the 152nd Open Championship with a come from behind victory in the Asia-Pacific Amateur at Royal Melbourne. This kid was renowned for his work ethic on and off the golf […]
By Garrett Johnston on Comments Off on Rod Pampling – family, winning and celebrating success
Queenslander Rod Pampling, a three-time PGA Tour winner recently grabbed his second win on the over-50 PGA Tour Champions. We sat down with the 54-year-old Pampling and talked about his win, his family, and what it meant to have a number of Aussies celebrate his latest victory. How is life on the PGA Tour Champions […]
By Andrew Crockett on Comments Off on Golf is no joke for Jimeoin
Irish/Australian comedian Jimeoin is one of showbiz’s true workhorses. When he agreed to sit down for an interview, a peek at his tour schedule revealed a gruelling 50 shows in just two months throughout October and November. Yet, between those back-to-back nights on stage, where he holds the audience with nothing more than himself and […]
By Michael Court on Comments Off on Golf in NSW celebrated at 2023 industry awards night
FOR once it was the right call . . . golf WAS the real winner. Although two of New South Wales best golf prospects for some years, Cameron Davis and Grace Kim were probably entitled to disagree. They were named as the NSW male and female players of the year in a stellar night for […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on Kitty, the first women of sports writing honoured at Vic Awards night
By Michael Davis Kitty McEwan, believed to be the first woman to write about sport in Australia, was inducted into the Victorian Golf Hall of Fame as the industry came together at Huntingdale Golf Club for its annual celebration of the game at the Victorian Golf Industry Awards Dinner. A talented sportswoman with a particular […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on Pakenham receives a facelift
By Michael Davis The once popular Deep Creek Golf Course 60 kilometres south-east of Melbourne is to be rebranded and given a facelift under the guidance of the Golf Services Management Pty Ltd (GSM). It will also revert to its old name – the Pakenham Golf Course. GSM has entered into a new management agreement […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on Launceston layout to undergo an upgrade
By Michael Davis Tasmania’s elevation to one of the best island golf destinations in the world continues apace with Country Club Tasmania to spend $14 million upgrading its Launceston layout. The venue is already a popular destination for golf and resort enthusiasts but when complete, the latest renovation to its championship golf course will enhance […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on FootJoy’s 100 year commitment to innovation and excellence
OF the hundreds of thousands of companies and brands that have been created in the last 100 years, only a small percentage still exist today in any industry or service. These brands have endured 20 recessions, one depression, two world wars and now, one global pandemic…among many other cultural, political and financial obstacles. Even fewer […]
By Inside Golf on Comments Off on Mizuno RB Tour, RB Tour X & RB Max golf balls
By Michael Cooney G’day golfers! This month I’ve had the pleasure of reviewing the Mizuno RB Tour, RB Tour X and RB Max golf balls. Delving into the realm of the Mizuno RB series has been a personal journey that has truly redefined my approach to the game. The RB Tour and RB Tour X, […]