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HE 2014 Best Ball Challenge Final will be held over 3 days in conjunction with The Taylormade World Masters Golf Tournament and Go Golfing PTY LTD. Club golfers are set to be the big winners with TaylorMade Golf signing on as title sponsor for the 19th annual World Masters Golf Championship on the Gold Coast from 19 to 25 October 2014. The TaylorMade announcement marks a new beginning for this tournament which was well known as the Mitsubishi Masters. Mitsubishi Motors had sponsored the tournament since it started 19 years ago. Hosted by Go Golfing, Managing Director Peter McCarthy said he was grateful for Mitsubishi Motors long term support and excited about what TaylorMade Golf will bring to the event. “Mitsubishi was Go Golfing’s first ever sponsor and their support allowed us to present a tournament that has been enjoyed by more than 13,000 golfers over the past 18 years. While it may take me a little while to stop calling this tournament the Mitsubishi Masters, there is genuine excitement around what TaylorMade Golf brings to the experience.” TaylorMade Golf is well known the world over as the leading manufacturer of golf equipment for tour players and everyday

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Participants enjoying the 2013 Mitsubishi Masters

golfers. Australia’s own Jason Day, Sergio Garcia, Dustin Johnson, Paula Creamer and Jessica Korda are among the tour winners playing TaylorMade. Part of sporting giant adidas, TaylorMade also have Ashworth and Adams Golf in their brand portfolio. The TaylorMade World Masters Golf Championship is open to male and female golfers aged 35 and over. There is 18 age and handicap divisions, guaranteeing golf-

ers compete and play with golfers their own age and standard. Players enjoy a professional tournament experience as well as nightly social and entertainment events headlined by a welcome dinner featuring international comedy and a gala presentation dinner. There’s over $100,000 in prizes which must be won and a car, overseas golf tours and luxury golf holidays are among the major prize draws.

Jerome Ballard from Twin Creeks in Sydney has an app on his phone that counts down the days to the World Masters. “This will be my 13th straight year. It’s just a sensational event, very social, great value and the highlight of my golfing year. It’s also hassle free as Go Golfing book my flights, accommodation, golf transfers and valet my clubs from course to course. I love it.” The success of the World Masters on the Gold Coast inspired Go Golfing in 2000 to start the Wrest Point Masters in Hobart. Fifteen years on this event continues to attract 400+ golfers for what is arguably Australia’s best ‘week of golf’. Go Golfing’s plans for worldwide expansion of Masters tournaments has got off to a great start with 600 golfers competing in the inaugural Centara World Masters in Thailand. China and Vietnam are also on the drawing board. Starting with the Mitsubishi Masters 19 years ago, Go Golfing Travel now takes golfers all over Australia and to 20 countries for tournaments, tours and holidays as well as hosting record numbers of international visitors here to enjoy Australia’s golf and attractions. For more information on the TaylorMade Masters and Go Golfing visit www.gogolfing.net.au or call 07 5536 8681.

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THE Gold Coast is a Kiwi’s Golfing Mecca. We introduce to you the leading Golf Clubs and resorts on the Gold Coast. With superb Golf facilities and high quality resort’s, why not make your next Golfing holiday a Gold Coast experience. Visit Gold Coast tourism’s website to view other attractions and deals: www.visitgoldcoast.com

Welcome to Paradise Golf Tours on Queensland’s Gold Coast WE are the longest established Tour Operator on the Gold Coast (1989) which means that you are dealing with a very reputable and experienced company. Over the years we have built excellent relationships with the Gold Coast’s premier resort courses and this means we can usually secure your preferred teetime on all courses, on any day. Other benefits you obtain when you choose Paradise Golf Tours as your preferred trip planner: • Play private and exclusive courses such as Arundel Hills, Burleigh, Links Hope Island and Sanctuary Cove–The Pines, which are not available or restricted for social players. • Play Greg Norman designed courses such as Glades and Brookwater. • Play the Jack Nicklaus designed Lakelands Golf Course. • Stay at your choice of 3, 4, 4.5 or 5-star accommodation venues anywhere on the Gold Coast (from Coolangatta to Sanctuary Cove). • Because of our “buying power” we obtain significant discounts at all golf courses and accommodation venues. Discounts which we pass on to you, ensuring that Paradise Golf Tours represents excellent value with lower prices than you could secure yourself. • We provide secure storage (free) of your golf clubs each night, so you don’t have to lug them around with

you everywhere. The founders of the company, John and Jill Haddow, decided that golfers needed a specialised service to ensure a totally hassle-free holiday on the Gold Coast. Today, Paradise Golf Tours has become the largest and most respected Golf Tour operator on Queensland’s Gold Coast. John and Jill have recently retired, but continue to be involved as mentors to the new owners, George Bournelis and Denise Buckingham who continue their dream with the sole purpose of providing tailored golf holidays that meet our clients’ individual needs. When you entrust your golf trip to us, your worries are over! Together, we will tailor a package that meets your needs entirely, as well as your budget. Our modern fleet of buses can transfer you to and from the Gold Coast or Brisbane Airports, as well as to and from the golf courses, each day. We’ll take care of the details, so you can focus on having a great time with your buddies. It’s why we say, ‘We cross all the tee’s for YOU’!

Palmer Gold Coast (formerly Robina Woods)

» For more information please contact us on: info@paradisegolft ours.com.au www.paradisegolft ours.com.au 0061 4 02 049 868

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FEATURE GOLF TRAVEL Palmer Gold Coast Golf Course (formerly Robina Woods) Holes: 18 Par: 71 Metres: 6,078 Designer: Graham Marsh & Ross Watson Ranking: 19th best Public Access Course in Australia 2005 Course Facilities: Practice Range, Club Hire, Locker Room, Bar, Restaurant, On Course Refreshments, Golf Academy Travel Info: From Brisbane 60mins From Broadbeach 10mins From Surfers Paradise 15mins Website: www.palmergoldcoast.com.au

Links Hope Island Golf Course Holes: 18 Par: 72 Metres: 6,457 Designer: Peter Thomson Ranking: 6th best Public Access Course in Austrailia 2005 (#6 in 2004) Course Facilities: Practice Range, Putting Green, Club hire Locker Room, On Course refreshments, Golf Academy Travel Info: From Brisbane 50mins From Broadbeach 35mins From Surfers Paradise 30mins Website: www.hir.com.au LINKS HOPE ISLAND is a gem of an 18 hole traditional “links” style championship course, designed by five times British Open champion Peter Thomson and reminiscent of the great courses of Britain and Ireland. Challenging, yet very approachable, the two nines unfold with beauty and intrigue ensuring those that appreciate golf presented at its best leave with an unforgettable experience and a strong desire to return again and again. Forget about trying to play Links Hope Island like all the standard format resort courses, this one deserves special skill and attention. Bump and run golf is a great challenge for those not accustomed to it, and we guarantee you will come away with renewed admiration for how the poms play their golf. A fantastic opportunity to sample good old fashioned British links golf without the 20 hour plane ride! Don’t miss it.

CARVED out of 65 hectares of native woodlands, with fairways lined by towering gum trees, this unique layout is unlike any other resort course on the Gold Coast. Palmer Gold Coast (formerly Robina Woods) possesses maturity well beyond its years, and has developed a reputation as one of Queensland’s best-loved resort courses. The rolling fairways, manicured greens, and towering eucalyptus trees are strikingly beautiful and blend harmoniously with the surrounding residential development. A natural water-course featuring lakes, ponds, creeks and native wildlife completes a rare golf course environment. The front nine holes are particularly striking as the

trees envelope you as you move around, and the final two holes are a great way to finish the round. Consistently ranked in the top resort courses in the country, the service before and after you play is superb, and we feel certain you will enjoy your day

Course Facilities: Practice Range, Putting Green, Club hire, Locker Room, On Course Refreshments, Restaurant Travel Info: From Brisbane 60mins From Broadbeach 10mins From Surfers Paradise 15mins Website: www.palmercolonial.com.au

Palmer Colonial Golf Course Holes: 18 Par: 72 Metres: 6,424 Designer: Mitsuaki Kobyashi

A FARMLAND once home to cows, weeds and bush has been transformed into a beautifully groomed course with lush fairways and meticulously manicured greens. The championship resort layout meanders its way through 39 hectares of towering eucalyptus, picturesque lakes and serene waterways. Flowering native and exotic trees and plants abound, while ornate bridges cross watercourses in which luxuriant lilies jostle for space The distinguishing feature of the course is the clubhouse, with its Colonial Queenslander design. You feel like you have drifted back in time as you sit down to that first thirst quenching drink on the wide, breeze-catching Queenslander verandahs which surround the building and offer panoramic views over the golf course and Gold Coast hinterland. Palmer Colonial is well worth the visit, and great value for money.

THE GOLD COAST’S NO.1 GOLF COURSE Links Hope Island, the Gold Coast’s No.1 Golf Course*, is perfectly located, central to both Brisbane and the Gold Coast. We invite you to experience our championship golf course and first class clubhouse facilities. With its 5-Star clubhouse and practice facilities and consistent rankings as one of Australia’s top ten resort courses, Links Hope Island is the ultimate destination for corporate and social golf, functions, glamourous events or weddings. There are also a variety of membership options available from full membership, to corporate or 5 day options. Contact us today to find out more.

Links Hope Island features: • A stunning 18 Hole Championship Golf Course • The Gold Coast’s No.1 Ranked Golf Course • Brand New Fleet of Golf Carts • State of the Art Golf Pilot GPS – 1st in Australia • Driving Range with Full Practice Facilities • Annual Passes available for local residents • Excellent Tour Operator & Social Golf Packages

Contact Links Hope Island for bookings or further information on: Golf I Membership Options I Events I Weddings I Links Restaurant

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Phone 07 5530 9000 or email events@linkshopeisland.com.au *Golf Digest Magazine - 2011 Australia’s Top 100 Courses

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Lakelands Golf Club Holes: 18 Par: 72 Metres: 6,492 Designer: Jack Nicklaus Ranking: 12th best Public Access Course in Austrailia 2005 (#13 in 2004) Course Facilities: Practice Range, Putting Green, Club Hire, Locker Room, Restaurant & Bar, On Course Refreshments, Half way house Travel Info: From Brisbane 60mins From Broadbeach 15mins From Surfers Paradise 15mins Website: www.lakelands.com.au AS you would expect from a player with such exacting standards, Jack Nicklaus left no stone unturned when he designed Lakelands, his first foray into the Australian golf market, and an absolute cracker. Regarded by many as the premier resort course on

Sanctuary Cove – The Palms Holes: 18 Par: 70 Metres: 5,904 Designer: Ross Watson Travel Info: From Brisbane 55mins From Broadbeach 35mins From Surfers Paradise 30mins Website: www.sanctuarycovegolfclub. com.au THE Palms Golf Course at Sanctuary Cove

is another masterpiece from renowned Golf Course architect Ross Watson. With gently undulating fairways dissecting critically placed bunkers, it offers a wonderful challenge for all golfers. With a par of 70, it has a mixture of long and shorter holes, with some par 3 holes that are sure to attract critical acclaim. Visually it has that links style appeal, and the more golfers play it they will appreciate its strategic qualities. A Great Golfing Experience!

the Gold Coast, Lakelands can be enjoyed from 5 different tees ranging up to 6,492m, ensuring an enjoyable game is guaranteed whatever your standard. The course is immaculately prepared year round, made easier by Jack’s appreciation of Queensland’s climate in selecting Windsor Green Couch fairways and hardy Bermuda-strain tildwarf greens. Lakelands Golf Club combines the traditions of Golf and hospitality by providing its distinguished members the environment, facilities and services that satisfy their Golf, social and business needs and interests. Opened on 17 February 1997, Lakelands Golf Club has gained a reputation for “The Best Serving the Best” and providing standards and facilities second to none on the Gold Coast. The additional cost is reasonable, and for a once in a lifetime experience, why not give it a try!

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ABOVE PAR Golf Tours, one of the region’s leading tour operators, is owned by a fellow Kiwi, Mike Cox. The Gold Coast is undoubtedly the favourite winter golf destination for Kiwis, and having spent 20 years in the depths of Southland, Mike can fully understand why. “Our aim is to simplify your holiday by taking over all of the accommodation, golf and transport bookings on your behalf, and at the same time using our bulk buying power to provide the package cheaper than you can do it yourself – a classic win-win situation,’’ he said. “Packages are tailormade for your individual requirements with a large selection of accommodation and courses available to suit any budget.’’ The company offers outstanding value packages for

small and large groups, and provides a comprehensive website with slideshows of all golf courses. The website also has a unique online quote system which means you can go online 24 hours a day, seven days a week and construct your own dream holiday from a wide range of accommodation, resort courses, hire cars or daily transfers. Once the selections are made, a no-obligation quote is immediately emailed, saving hours of time and money contacting Australia. Mike’s sales staff then work on a one-to-one basis with you to ensure a truly memorable holiday for all. » For full information visit: www.abovepargolf.com.au or call Mike on 0061 7 5522 9055

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www.golferpacific.co.nz/bestball.html The Glades Resort Gold Coast

2014 BEST BALL ChALLENGE fINAL IN ASSOCIATION wITh ThE TAYLORmADE wORLD mASTERS GOLf TOURNAmENT

SUNDAY 19Th OCTOBER 2014 TO TUESDAY 21 OCTOBER 2014 DEPART wEDNESDAY 22 OCTOBER 2014  Welcome dinner at RACV Royal Pines including beverages, entertainment and transfers  Welcome pack  Golf round at one of the selected venues Monday, 20 October 2014  Golf round at one of the selected venues Tuesday October 21 2014  3 night s accommodation Twin share at RACV Royal Pines  Transfers to and from Golf when staying at RACV Royal Pines

$1350 worth of National prize value for wining Club event pairs

 Best Ball prize giving dinner 21 October 2014

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EXCLUSIONS: Air fares to & from local destination, transfers from Coolangatta or Brisbane airports to RACV Royal Pines Food and beverages outside of advertised offers.

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OR AT ThE COmPLETION Of BEST BALL ChALLENGE fINAL 2014, CONTINUE YOUR GOLf IN ASSOCIATION wITh ThE TAYLORmADE wORLD mASTERS GOLf TOURNAmENT (PLEASE READ CAREfULLY AS ThE PRIZE fOR ThE wINNING CLUB PAIRS IS DIffERENT, BUT ThERE IS SUBSTANTIALLY mORE ON OffER)

7 DAYS Of GOLf AND ENTERTAINmENT – GOLD COAST OCTOBER 19-26, 2014 YOUR PRIZE IS A FREE REGISTRATION PER WINNING PAIR TO THE EVENT VALUED AT $1900 (NOTE EXCLUSIONS)

EXCLUSIONS: Airfares to destination; Accommodation; transfers to accommodation; food and beverages outside of the packages and flights to and from destination to the Gold Coast. If you stay at RACV Royal Pines then golf transfers are provided . You have the option of arranging your own accommodation outside of the advertised programme, but it will be up to parties to make their own arrangements to Golf each day. VEIW FULL

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Best Ball Qualifier AUS | Headland Golf Club, Sunshine Coast | 1 Day Event Best Ball Challenge 2014 Friday, 29 August 2014 from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM (AEST) Buderim, QLD

BUY TICKE ONLIN TS E! 2 Team 4BBB Stableford Event OPEN EVENT Teams can be Men’s, Ladies, Mixed or Juniors: (Maximum combined GA and NZGA handicap is 50) Round 1 – Headland Golf Club, Sunshine Coast Friday 29th August 8:30am Two Tee start $59pp excludes Golf Cart For cart hire book direct at the pro shop 07 5444 5944

Automatic qualification* for 1 winning pair each day (2 prizes) to National Final Gold Coast Masters 2014. Prize options valued at $1900 or $1350 per pair. Overall for 2 day event only- Golf prize table for 2nd-4th (See terms and conditions). All club players qualify for the Lucky Prize draw, drawn at the Best Ball Final 2014. *Qualification to National final is detailed in the terms and conditions. For more information on the Best Ball Challenge visit http://www.golferpacific.co.nz/bestball.html

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Best Ball Qualifier NZ | Formosa (Regional) | 1 Day Event Best Ball Challenge 2014 Sunday, 31 August 2014 from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM (AEST) Auckland, New Zealand

BUY TICKE ONLIN TS E! 2 Team 4BBB Stableford Event OPEN EVENT Teams can be Men’s, Ladies, Mixed or Juniors: (Maximum GA and NZGA handicap is 50) Round 1 – Formosa Golf Resort Sunday 31st August 8:30am shotgun start $39 pp excludes Golf cart. For cart hire book direct at the Pro shop. Phone (09) 536 4715

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Best Ball Qualifier NZ | BOI (Regional) | 1 Day Event Best Ball Challenge 2014 Friday, 5 September 2014 from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM (AEST) Kerikeri, New Zealand

BUY TICKE ONLIN TS E! 2 Team 4BBB Stableford Event OPEN EVENT Teams can be Men’s, Ladies, Mixed or Juniors: (Maximum GA and NZGA handicap is 50) Round 1 – Bay of Islands Golf Club Friday 5th September $35 pp plus option of extra $20 pp for a Golf cart for 2 people Trundle hire $7.50 extra Located in New Zealand’s Bay of Islands region.

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Best Ball Qualifier NZ | Lakes Resort Pauanui (Regional) 1 Day Event Best Ball Challenge 2014 Friday, 5 September 2014 from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM (AEST) Pauanui, New Zealand

BUY TICKE ONLIN TS E! 2 Team 4BBB Stableford Event OPEN EVENT Teams can be Men’s, Ladies, Mixed or Juniors: (Maximum GA and NZGA handicap is 50) Round 1 – Lakes Resort Pauanui Friday 5th September 8:30am shotgun start $39 pp excludes Golf cart. For cart hire book direct at the Pro shop. Phone (07) 864 5106

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Best Ball Qualifier NZ | Terrace Downs (Regional) | 1 Day Event Best Ball Challenge 2014 Friday, 12 September 2014 from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM (AEST)

BUY TICKE ONLIN TS E! 2 Team 4BBB Stableford Event OPEN EVENT Teams can be Men’s, Ladies, Mixed or Juniors: (Maximum GA and NZGA handicap is 50) Round 1 – Terrace Downs, Canterbury NZ Friday 12th September $39 pp plus option of extra $20 pp for a Golf cart for 2 people Located on New Zealand’s South Island

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Best Ball Qualifier AUS | Palmer Golf | 2 Day Event Best Ball Challenge 2014 Sunday, 14 September 2014 at 12:30 PM (AEST) Robina, QLD

BUY TICKE ONLIN TS E! 2 Team 4BBB Stableford Event OPEN EVENT Teams can be Men’s, Ladies, Mixed or Juniors: (Maximum GA and NZGA handicap is 50) Round 1 – Palmer Gold Coast Sunday 14th September 12:30pm Shot Gun start $90pp includes Golf Cart for 2

Round 2 – Palmer Colonial Monday 15th September 7:30am Shot Gun Start $90pp includes Golf Cart for 2 Play both days: 2 Rounds $149.50pp includes Golf Cart for 2 Automatic qualification* for 1 winning pair each day (2 prizes) to National Final Gold Coast Masters 2014. Prize options valued at $1900 or $1350 per pair. Overall for 2 day event only- Golf prize table for 2nd-4th (See terms and conditions). All club players qualify for the Lucky Prize draw, drawn at the Best Ball Final 2014. *Qualification to National final is detailed in the terms and conditions. For more information on the Best Ball Challenge visit http://www.golferpacific.co.nz/bestball.html

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Nelson Festival of Golf, 2014

ONSIDERING playing in a multiround tournament this year? ... then this is the one for you to enter. At last year’s inaugural event, it was dubbed the “friendly tournament” as everyone involved, players and organisers, had such a great time! The tournament is staged at Nelson, Greenacres and Motueka Golf Courses with two days to be played on the highly regarded Nelson Golf Course which hosted the 2014 New Zealand Amateur Championships in April this year, and received great reviews from the top players in the country and Nelson will also host the 2015 Seniors Championships in February. The courses are all very different, giving the players a real challenge for the week. Nelson being a true links course, whereas Motueka is a mature parkland course, with Greenacres offering a mix of challenging waterfront and parkland holes. Tournament dates for 2014 Nelson Festival of Golf are Monday 20 - Friday 24 October with a rest day on the Wednesday to allow competitors to put their feet up, get out and about to visit the many attractions the region has to offer or get some practice for the next two days of golf. The tournament dates again coincide with the Nelson Arts Festival - a great bonus for non playing partners to enjoy when making the trip

to Nelson. Non playing partners are also very welcome to join us for the major prize giving dinner on the Friday evening. The organising committee has decided to keep the number of entries to 128, the same as last year. This created both a competitive yet friendly environment for all the participants. By the end of the week players had played with and made new friends with golfers from all over New Zealand. Tournament Director, Derek Drysdale, said, “at the final prize giving it was really pleasing to hear many of the competitors saying how much they’d enjoyed their week, as we tried to create a tournament that mixed both great golf and great fun, and it seems we did just that! “We are delighted that we have had many of last year’s entrants already registered to enter the tournament again this year,” Derek said. “So if you are keen to enjoy a week of golf in October in the stunning Nelson region, now is the time to register to confirm your place.” Entry forms and full details are available on our website www.nelsongolf.co.nz/festivalofgolf or call us on 03-548-5029 for more information. Sponsorship has been secured from, Waimea Family Estate Wines, Taylor Made Golf, 4 Seasons Home & Leisure and Total Golf and as always the event organisers ask that all competitors support our sponsors

whenever possible. Without the support of such sponsors, we would not be able to offer such wonderful prizes. For instance this year the hole-in-one prizes are still being finalised, but we will be offering a wonderful hot tub spa pool from 4 Seasons Home & Leisure and $5k of golf equipment from Total Golf for all competitors to win for that magic shot, an “Ace in the Hole”. We will also be running our lucky draw prizes, where each day, 4 lucky competitors will win vouchers from our chosen restaurant partners, to enjoy some delicious food during their stay in the region. At the time of printing we are delighted to confirm that the following Nelson restaurants have all intimated their involvement in our tournament prize scheme: Lonestar Restaurant, The Vic’s Brew Bar and the Speight’s Ale House. The event itself will be for individual and team stableford scores contested at Nelson on the Monday and Friday, Motueka on the Tuesday and Greenacres on the Thursday. There will be daily prizes for individual and team scores and weekly overall prizes for individuals. The Entry fee includes four rounds of golf, individual and team competitions, golf gift and a two-course dinner to be held during the final prize giving at the Nelson Golf Club on the Friday evening, where we are planning a party atmosphere

to finish the week off in style! Organisers want to build on the great success of last year’s tournament. They invite you to register now and enjoy the challenging competition offered on the variety of different courses along with the opportunity to widen your golfing experiences, meet new friends and most of all enjoy the week. The golf days will start with a 9.15am shotgun start basis ensuring that all players are back in the clubhouse around the same time providing a tense yet light-hearted atmosphere for the daily prize giving. For more information about our sponsors, please check out their websites: » Waimea Family Estate Wines: www.waimeaestates.co.nz » Taylor Made / Adidas: www.taylormadegolf.com.au » 4 Seasons Home & Leisure: www.4seasons.co.nz » Total Golf: www.totalgolf.co.nz We look forward to receiving your application forms soon ! Kind regards, Derek, Jeane, Harry, Maggie and Euan The Organising Committee Nelson Festival of Golf

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Entry Details $225 to include 4 rounds of golf and a golf gift on Registration. Final day 2 course dinner. Fabulous tournament prizes with a value of over $10,000. Individual and Team Stableford prizes. Entry is restricted to members of golf clubs and maximum handicaps are 30 for men and 36 for ladies.

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TERMS & CONDITIONS: Prices are per person share twin/double ex Auckland based on payment with cash or cheque. Travel dates as specied. Book by 30 July 2014 equipment and shoe hire, prices available on application. Prices correct at 15 May2014. Golf pricing based on minimum of 2 people playing, single supplement and and special conditions apply. For full details and conditions of our packages and other travel deals see our website or speak with Our Specialists

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OR the first time, Dunedin’s four championship golf courses will host a four-course golf tournament. The tournament will run over five days, from Monday 27 October to Friday 31 October 2014, with participants playing one of each of the four courses on the Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. Thursday will be a non-golfing day, allowing participants the opportunity to experience other uniquely Dunedin attractions the city has to offer. The tournament will be staged at

Chisholm Park, Otago, St Clair and Taieri Lakes, with each course offering a different golfing experience. Chisholm Park is a true links course with beach surrounds, Otago is a mature parkland course within minutes of the city centre, St Clair is nestled on a cliff amongst pine trees and native bush and offers magnificent ocean and city views, and Taieri Lakes is situated in the North Taieri countryside with treelined fairways and three lakes that come into play on four holes.

Play Four in Dunedin is an opportunity to showcase Dunedin’s high quality golf courses and wider city attractions and is planned to be an annual event on the golfing calendar. The event itself will be for individual and team stableford scores, and gross for seniors, with daily prizes awarded for best men’s, best women’s, best team and any two’s scored during the day. There will also be a prize giving dinner on Friday 31 October, with major prizes being awarded

for best men’s, best women’s and best team scores. In addition to the main competition, participants will have the opportunity to challenge a sporting celebrity to a chip-off or putt-off, with all money raised being donated to the Cancer Society of New Zealand, Otago/Southland Division. Register before 31 August 2014 to secure your place: » www.golfdunedin.co.nz » playfour@golfdunedin.co.nz » 03 487 7076

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Ramblings from the 2014 US Masters Tour night at the Hotel Aiken with the rowdy crowd singing “Khe Sanh” in unison was a top way to wrap up an amazing day.

Seeing the Masters live at Augusta remains a bucket-list dream for just about every golfer. Go Golfing’s annual tour to the Masters makes this dream a reality and Tour Manager Tracey-Lea Tiley shares her first Masters tour.

The Final Day

UR welcome dinner at Pinehurst allowed us to get to know each other in a relaxed environment via a calcutta to decide Masters winners, and a thoroughly entertaining fireside chat with player agent, Tony Bouffler who shared what it’s like to live life ‘inside the ropes’. After 3 days of golf at Pinehurst, we were on the way to the Masters! This was the day the group had been waiting for – to set foot on this sacred turf. I have to admit I was just as wide-eyed as my guests!!! First stop, the practice tee. A large grandstand is positioned behind the tee, everyone has great views and the timing of my arrival was superb. Adam Scott had just made his way to the range and was welcomed by the huge roar. Jimenez was also warming up, complete with stogie cigar and flowing ponytail. Among the usually conservative golfing community he is a breath of if not quite fresh, then freshly lit air! It’s a congenial atmosphere that has complete strangers strike up a conversation – everyone loves an Aussie here! On the 1st Tee, I had the pleasure of watching Matt Jones, Mike Weir (who later nailed a hole-in-one), and The Walrus

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Left, Phil Mickelson and kids. Right, Pinehurst. PHOTOS: TRACEY-LEA TILEY (Craig Stadler). What you don’t see on TV when you’re on the 1st hole is the undulation. I was surprised by just how hilly the layout is and my hind quarters felt it the next day! After the fried food of the ‘deep south’ I needed a good walk and what a place to do it! Having watched Bernard Langer (so incredibly stylish for a gentleman of a certain age!) and Vijay on the 10th it was time to walk the walk. So off to the 15th/16th/17th, a great spot to watch the players in a more relaxed atmosphere, skipping balls across the lake. Par 3 Tournament at The Masters is such a special day. Whilst the layout is typical Augusta -challenging with dramatic changes in elevations, framed by pine trees and azaleas, it is undeniably a different feel to the business end of the Masters Course. Watching the players interact with

their families is an absolute highlight – seeing tomorrows legends with mini putters proudly striding down the fairways with their famed dads/husbands/grandfathers is great fun (cue Jason Day’s little boy – what a swing, one handed!). Perhaps the largest roars and cheers came for three of the games elder statesmen; seeing Arnie (Palmer) and watching the effortless play of the Golden Bear and Gary Player, you appreciate just how great they still are. And they gave plenty of love back to the spectators – they sure know how to work a crowd! By this stage our charming southern village of Aiken and base during the tournament was starting to rev up and Wednesday night was karaoke night. There were some brilliantly talented vocalists on tour and within our local operations team (myself excluded). Great fun and a memorable

Dawn had risen on the final day at The Masters and many of our group had varying strategies to land themselves the best view. For some it was a start at the crack of dawn and a scramble to the 18th green to place their chair down. Others decided to sit at the 16th or Amen Corner and spend the morning following their favourite players. I walked the course proudly following leading (Australian) amateur, Oliver Goss for the first nine holes. What a talent and such a cool and composed young man. Freddy Couples ‘All American Guy’, clearly the coolest man on the course, was welcomed at every tee and green with hearty cheers and a standing ovation. We watched Bubba launch a massive drive down the 10th – it’s crazy how far he drives a ball! My own Masters strategy was to make my way with a couple of hours to play to the 18th and get a spot before the crowds descended. Worked brilliantly! I was inline with the pin, 3rd row back with a perfect view of the hole and green. From Scotty through to Bubba’s last putt – this was better than I had ever hoped or dreamed! » For more information about the Go Golfing US Masters Tour for 2015, Tracey Lea would be happy to talk with you on +61 7 5536 3280. Or visit the website www.gogolfing.net.au for the full itinerary.

THE FIRST GOL WORLD GOLF FEST

20th - 25th April, 2015 Springfield Golf Club, Rotorua

Golden Oldies Golf is designed for MEN AND WOMEN golfers over t themselves and their golfing friends on excellent, highly rated golf • Open to men and women • Players must have an official handicap • Choice of age groups Over 40s; Over 50s and Over 60s. • Four round Stableford Competition with the best 3 scores counting • 18 Hole Par 3 fun round on Opening Day • Daily prizes • Excellent Festival Trophies • A couple of outstanding Mystery Spot Prizes that will require the winners to have current passports • Range of 6 night accommodation options • Non-accommodation entries accepted

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