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It’s good to see the top players battle, but this was silly

By Paul Gueorgieff Editor, Golfer Pacific NZ

as the US Open fair or not? The answer for me was no, not fair — especially on the third day when the greens were like the surface of a kitchen table. Don’t get me wrong. I enjoy seeing the world’s top golfers being placed outside their comfort zone. I sometimes feel, even if this is misguided, that the world’s great are pampered with immaculate courses and rarely play in anything but summer conditions. There is the feeling that their fairways are like our greens, their first cut of rough is like our fairways, they don’t come across bunkers that haven’t been raked by the green fee players that played the day before and they don’t have to cope with heavy ground conditions that a New

Zealand winter produces. Once again this is just a perception on my part and there is probably a little bit of jealousy involved as well. It might be the masochism in me but I do gain some pleasure from seeing the best struggle. One of many incidents in last month’s US Open that gave me some satisfaction involved Ian Poulter. He’s a player I greatly admire and one I would follow if I was a spectator at a tournament he was competing in. Poulter thinned a bunker shot and ended up on a bare patch of ground. The shot was compounded by the fact that he had to chip over shin-high rough onto a green that was billiard-table like in speed. Poulter fluffed the chip, went into the shin-high rough, chunked his next shot and walked off the green with a triple bogey. As this happened I was saying to myself: ``I know how that feels’’.

I know that sounds terrible and probably reflects my lack of ability at the game. But there were other shots where I did genuinely feel sorry for the players with the extreme difficulty the course provided. In the third round, for example, Brooks Koepka hit an approach shot to within about 10 feet of the hole — or should I say 10 feet from the hole for a while. The ball had almost come to a stop before it started to dribble away, pick up speed and roll into a bunker. Koepka followed up with what looked a great shot from what was a near-side bunker but once again the ball rolled, rolled and rolled and ended up miles away. Oddly enough one of my favourite players, Henrik Stenson, ended up in the same bunker. He too played a great bunker shot but once again the ball rolled, rolled and rolled and he too ended up miles away.

Such instances were repeated time and time again. Plain and simple, it was unfair. The story of the tournament were the antics of Phil Mickelson on the third day. He shoved a putt past the hole but as the ball started to pick up speed and threaten to run off the green, Mickelson ran around and knocked it back towards the hole while the ball was still in motion. He was penalised two shots for a score of 10 on a par four but the situation was escalated when many suggested he should have been disqualified. It was probably a silly thing for Mickelson to do but I could understand his frustration. He had only just managed to make the cut and on a day when he needed to post a good score to make some headway he was instead heading in the other direction on a golf course that was playing just as silly.

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Winners from the inaugural Bay of Islands 4-Course Classic GOLF EVENT

he inaugural Bay of Islands 4-Course Classic was hosted by PaR nz Golfing Holidays in the Bay of Islands before the Queen’s Birthday weekend from 28th May – 1st June 2018. In its first year, tournament numbers were 206 golfers from 69 different clubs which exceeded tournament organizers expectations and dates have been confirmed for early May 2019 as a result of its success. The Bay of Islands 4-Course Classic included four courses – Kauri Cliffs, The Bay of Islands Golf Club, Waitangi Golf Club and Whangaroa Golf Club. Multi course tournaments have proven to be popular across the country and staging this new event to boost golf tourism to Northland in the ‘offpeak’ months was welcomed by local business leaders. The tournament brought an estimated $300K extra revenue into the area. What really makes this tournament stand out is the inclusion of Kauri Cliffs Resort, ranked #37 in the world (2018 Golf Digest’s World Top 100). PaR nz Golfing Holidays announced “To have one of the world’s best courses such as Kauri Cliffs in the line-up will help to attract golfers to the tournament from both New Zealand and internationally”. Tournament winners were announced at a prize giving function in Kerikeri, as below: Women’s Gross: 316 Fleur Reynolds (Muriwai) Mens Gross: 316 Kevin Yeo (Nudgee, Australia) Women’s Division 1 (HCP 0-19.5): 1st Chris Mackenzie (Matamata) 138 pts 2nd Kyung Soon Lee (Tauranga) 136 pts 3rd Faye Ford (Manaia) 135 pts 4th Chrissie Courtman (Hamilton) 133 pts Women’s Division 2 (HCP 19.6 – 36.0): 1st Claire Kim (Waitemata) 134 pts 2nd Barbara Ashworth (Thames) 132 pts 3rd Grace Yoo (Tauranga) 129 pts c/b 4th Marilyn Ainslie (Mangakino) 129 pts c/b Mens Division 1 (HCP 0 - 15.0): 1st Mark Browne (Thames) 153 pts 2nd Mike Inwood (Motueka) 149 pts 3rd Brian Thomson (Ngaruawahia) 142 pts 4th Ray Sutton (Riverside) 140 pts c/b Mens Division 2 (HCP 15.1 - 36.0): 1st David Ambler (North Shore) 143 pts 2nd Phil Gilbert (Waipu) 142 pts 3rd Pearce Bresnehan (Waipu) 141 pts 4th Kerry Cooper (Otaki) 136 pts

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Mens Division 1 Winners Mike Inwood, Mark Browne, Brian Thomson, Ray Sutton

Mens Division 2 Winners David Ambler, Phil Gilbert, Pearce Bresnehan, Kerry Cooper

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Brooks Koepka’s second US Open win in a row GOLF NEWS 6

t was the first time in 29 years and only the seventh time in 118 years. That was the feat achieved by Brooks Koepka when he won the United States Open last month for a second year in a row. The previous person to win two consecutive US Opens was Curtis Strange who won in 1988 and 1989. Oddly enough, Strange was on hand for the latest win, working as a television commentator. Strange followed Koepka’s group on the final day and was glad he did. “It was a joy to watch somebody perform at that level and to do something special,” Strange said. “I was just glad to be a part of it, seriously. I love watching these guys perform beyond what you think they can. It’s fantastic.” But Strange, 63, made it clear that he is not ready to fade into history. “You know, they haven’t taken anything away from me,” he said. “He just joined the six of us. Now there’s seven of us. It’s fantastic. “It is a little interesting, coincidental or whatever, but I’m just glad I got to be a part of it... I take my hat off to him.” Koepka said it gave him great satisfaction to win again as there had been talk his previous US Open win at Erin Hills had been a course suit to big hitters like himself. “I think this whole thing of everyone said Erin Hills was set up for me, it was set up for a lot of guys that bomb the ball,” Koepka said of last year’s venue with rugby-field wide fairways. “I just happened to play a little bit better that week. This week it was just back to a typical US Open, where one over par wins the golf tournament. It’s just a lot of grinding. But I couldn’t be happier with the way I played.” Koepka showed great patience in his final round at Shinnecock Hills. On the par three 11th hole, Koepka’s ball was stuck in thick rough behind the green. But he did not panic. Instead he purposely pitched across the putting surface and into a bunker, then got up and down, draining a 13-footer to get away with a bogey four. One hole later, and again in a tricky spot behind the green, he did one better, getting up and down for par after knocking in a nervy six-footer. Then on the most difficult hole on the course, the par four 14th, Koepka drove into rough too heavy even for his might, forcing him to chop out and leaving a delicate 60-metre shot to the green. He then nipped the ball into a forward hole location made difficult by a false front and stopped it eight feet from the cup before sinking the putt to keep a two-stroke lead. Koepka’s caddy Ricky Elliot said the bogey on No 11 was a turning point. “That was huge,” Elliot said. “It’s hard to believe a bogey can keep your momentum, but it did. He’s been one of best putters on tour and hits it a long way, but his short game is so good.”

Brooks Keopka on his way to victory in the US Open as he hits his tee shot on the 18th hole at Shinnecock Hills. PHOTO: USGA/J.D. CUBAN

ADDED BENEFITS FOR WINNING US OPEN

US OPEN CONSECUTIVE WINNERS

Brooks Koepka became the seventh person to win the US Open in consecutive years. Those that have achieved the feat are:Three wins Willie Anderson (1903, 1904, 1905) Two wins John J. McDermott (1911, 1912) Robert T Jones jun (1929, 1930) Ralph Guldahl (1937, 1938) Ben Hogan (1950, 1951) Curtis Strange (1988, 1989) Brooks Koepka (2017, 2018).

Earlier in the year Koepka missed three months of golf due to a partially torn tendon in his left wrist and was down in the dumps about a suddenly uncertain future. The injury kept Koepka out of the US Masters, and that only motivated him. The day after Patrick Reed slipped his arms into the green jacket that is awarded to the Masters winner, Koepka got clearance to hit balls again. He started with wedges and nine-irons, and looked like he hadn’t missed a day. By the end of the week he was getting after it with full shots. Elliot said he could hardly believe what he was seeing when he went to watch Koepka hit some balls in his comeback. “I went down and he was hitting full shots, and he was hitting them right out of the button,” Elliott said. “I’m going, are you sure you haven’t been practicing? He didn’t hit a shot for three and a half months, and it looked like he hadn’t missed a beat. I have no idea how he does it; he’s obviously a tremendously talented guy.” Koepka’s coach Claude Harmon said

Among the benefits for Brooks Koepka following his win in last month’s US Open are:»» A US Open exemption for the next 10 years. »» An invitation to the next five US Masters tournaments. »» An invitation to the next five British Opens. »» An invitation to the next five PGA Championships. »» An invitation to the next five Players’ Championships. »» Exempt status on the PGA Tour for five years. he noticed a new mindset from Koepka on his return from injury. “For someone who’s never been a golf nerd, I think he fell in love with golf for the first time in his life,” Harmon said. “He wasn’t that guy, not a guy who’s going to follow golf or watch golf. When he came back, there was a definite something about wanting to play again that I hadn’t seen before. I really believe he fell in love with golf again and fell in love with the game of golf and playing and hitting shots.” Koepka admitted he missed the game while sidelined with injury. “It was very frustrating sitting on the couch, not doing anything,’’ Koepka said. “You know, I couldn’t pick anything up with my left hand. I was in a soft cast all the way up to my elbow. It wasn’t fun.” Koepka said he was not surprised at how quickly he found form after the injury. “No,” he said. “I mean, last year at the British (Open), I think I played once from the US Open to the (British) Open and then came out, and I think I had a piece of the lead. “I don’t need to practice every single day. It’s the same game I’ve been playing for 24 years now. I know what I’m doing. I know how to swing a golf club.

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It’s just a game that I’ve been playing my entire life.” Koepka’s first US Open title defence looked doomed when he opened with a 75 on the first day of the tournament but he stormed back with a 66 on Friday. He fought the semi-unplayable course with a 72 on the third day and toughed it out on holes 11-14 on the Sunday when he easily could have folded.

THE NEXT NINE US OPENS

Thinking of attending a US Open? Following is a list of the venues for the next nine opens:2019 June 13-16: Pebble Beach, California. 2020 June 18-21: Winged Foot, New York. 2021 June 17-20: Torrey Pines, San Diego, California. 2022 June 16-19: The Country Club, Massachusetts. 2023 June 15-18: Los Angeles Country Club, California. 2024 June 13-16: Pinehurst Resort, North Carolina. 2025 June 12-15: Oakmont Country Club, Pennsylvania. 2026 June 18-21: Shinnecock Hills, New York. 2027 June 17-20: Pebble Beach, California.

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Tommy Fleetwood’s stunning US Open finish NEWS

ommy Fleetwood started the final round of the US Open six shots adrift of the leader. There were 22 players ahead of the Englishman and he started the final round 2-1/2 hours ahead of the leading group. In horse racing terms, he was almost in the race beforehand. But come to the last of the 18 holes he had less than a nine foot putt for US Open history. For a moment it looked like the putt was headed for the bottom of the cup but the ball swerved sharply near the end to miss the hole. Had the ball gone in Fleetwood would have scored 62. That would have been the low-

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Tommy Fleetwood waves to the crowd on the 18th green following his brilliant final round in the US Open. PHOTO: USGA/CHRIS KEANE

est score for a round in the 118 years of the US Open. Fleetwood had to settle for a

seven under par 63 and a few hours later was confirmed as the tournament’s runner-up.

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It was still no mean feat. The previous record at Shinnecock Hills had been 65 and Fleetwood is one of just six golfers to score 63 at an US Open. “I wanted 62,” Fleetwood said. Despite scoring 75 in round one and 78 in round three, Fleetwood was in the thick of things late Sunday thanks to a 66 in round two that allowed him to stay in contention entering the final round. The 27-year-old went three under on the front nine in the final round with four birdies and scored birdie on four straight holes (12-15) coming home to sit at two over for the round. While the miss on No 18 was substantial, it wasn’t the only

opportunity that passed Fleetwood by on the afternoon. He had good looks at birdie on the eighth and 10th holes and also left a birdie putt short on the 16th. “I knew I was kind of in it teeing off, but you still have to get off to that good start,” Fleetwood said. “All the way around, I always felt like I could get myself back in it. It’s funny though, when you finish, you always feel like you’re going to be just short [of winning]. I made great putts coming down that back nine. It’s easy to look at 16, 18 where I had chances, because that’s essentially what it comes down to, but I made so many good putts today.”

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GOLF NEWS Brooks Koepka with the trophy during a news conference after winning the US Open at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in New York.PHOTO: USGA/DARREN CARROLL

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PLAYER

TO PAR

TOT

EARNINGS

FEDEX PTS

Brooks Koepka

281

$2,160,000

600

Tommy Fleetwood

282

$1,296,000

330

Dustin Johnson

283

$812,927

210

Patrick Reed

284

$569,884

150 120

Tony Finau

285

$474,659

Xander Schauffele

286

$361,923

Tyrrell Hatton

286

$361,923

98 98

Henrik Stenson

286

$361,923

Daniel Berger

286

$361,923

T10

Webb Simpson

287

$270,151

T10

Justin Rose

287

$270,151

T12

Russell Knox

288

$221,825

T12

Matthew Fitzpatrick

288

$221,825

T12

Zach Johnson

288

$221,825

Kiradech Aphibarnrat

289

$190,328

T16

Hideki Matsuyama

+10

290

$163,435

T16

Louis Oosthuizen

+10

290

$163,435

T16

Li Haotong

+10

290

$163,435

T16

Paul Casey

+10

290

$163,435

T20

Rickie Fowler

+11

291

$122,387

T20

Steve Stricker

+11

291

$122,387

T20

Charley Hoffman

+11

291

$122,387

T20

Dylan Meyer

+11

291

$122,387

T20

Brian Gay

+11

291

$122,387

T25

Jason Dufner

+12

292

$79,200

T25

Aaron Baddeley

+12

292

$79,200

T25

Matthieu Pavon

+12

292

$79,200

T25

Alexander Noren

+12

292

$79,200

T25

Charles Howell III

+12

292

$79,200

T25

Russell Henley

+12

292

$79,200

T25

Francesco Molinari

+12

292

$79,200

T25

Justin Thomas

+12

292

$79,200

T25

Bryson DeChambeau

+12

292

$79,200

T25

Ian Poulter

+12

292

$79,200

T25

Branden Grace

+12

292

$79,200

T36

Brian Harman

+13

293

$54,054

T36

Bill Haas

+13

293

$54,054

T36

Pat Perez

+13

293

$54,054

T36

Rafael Cabrera Bello

+13

293

$54,054

T36

Gary Woodland

+13

293

$54,054

T41

Patrick Rodgers

+14

294

$43,028

T41

Sam Burns

+14

294

$43,028

T41

Jhonattan Vegas

+14

294

$43,028

T41

Ryan Fox

+14

294

$43,028

T45

Patrick Cantlay

+15

295

$34,716

T45

Marc Leishman

+15

295

$34,716

T45

Scott Piercy

+15

295

$34,716

T48

Phil Mickelson

+16

296

$27,952

T48

Tim Wilkinson

+16

296

$27,952

T48

Ross Fisher

+16

296

$27,952

T48

Peter Uihlein

+16

296

$27,952

T48

Brandt Snedeker

+16

296

$27,952

T48

Jim Furyk

+16

296

$27,952

T48

Luis Gagne

+16

296

T48

Matt Parziale

+16

296

T56

Tyler Duncan

+17

297

$25,426

T56

Mickey DeMorat

+17

297

$25,426

T56

Jimmy Walker

+17

297

$25,426

T56

Dean Burmester

+17

297

$25,426

T56

Chris Naegel

+17

297

$25,426

Calum Hill

+18

298

$24,629

Andrew Johnston

+19

299

$24,448

Brendan Steele

+20

300

$24,203

Cameron Wilson

+21

301

$23,959

Kevin Chappell

+22

302

$23,714

Will Grimmer

+23

303

Byeong Hun An

+26

306

$23,470

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Jutanugarn’s second win in a major championship T hailand golfer Ariya Jutanugarn hopes her dramatic win in the United States Women’s Open will be instrumental in attracting more young Thais into golf. “I want to inspire all the kids in Thailand,” Jutanugarn said after defeating Korean player Kim Hyo-joo in extra time at Shoal Creek in Alabama to become the first Thai to win the US Open. It was a remarkable week for the 22-year-old who arrived at Shoal Creek on the Monday, only for her clubs to fail to join her. The clubs arrived just in time for practice rounds which ended up being cancelled with the arrival of a storm, limiting her practice to just nine holes. When the 2016 Women’s British Open champion teed it up for Thursday’s first round, that was the first time she was playing half the golf course. But the week’s challenges never fazed Jutanugarn, who led by four strokes at the start of the final round and cruised to a seven-stroke lead with just nine holes to play. But when she chose to hit a threewood off the tee at the 10th hole, where she didn’t feel comfortable with the club selection, she went on to make triple-bogey and her back nine further unravelled

from there. After the errant tee shot on No 10, which soared into the right-side hazard, Jutanugarn said she was “a little bit scared my next shot.” Then her caddie, Les Luark, stepped in, Jutanugarn explained. “So I tee off on 11, I told my caddie, I don’t know how to hit this one,’” Jutanugarn said. “He’s like, come on, do you want to win? I’m like, yes. He said, okay. Then we have to do it.” Jutanugarn added three more bogeys on her closing stretch to open the door for Hyo-joo, who carded the only bogey-free closing round and finished 72 holes tied with Jutanugarn at 11-under-par. It took four extra holes for Jutanugarn to defeat Hyo-joo and win her second major championship title. As well as being the first player from Thailand to win the US Women’s Open, Jutanugarn also became the first twotime winner in 2018 as the first 13 events of the season were all won by different players. Jutanugarn had won two weeks prior at the Kingsmill Championship. “I’m really honoured to join the list of winners before me,” said Jutanugarn, who adds her name to Annika Sorenstam, Karrie Webb, Pak Se-ri and Park In-

bee as the only ones to win both the US Women’s Open and the Women’s British Open. The playoff was the first use of a new two-hole aggregate playoff for USGA open championships. Hyo-joo rolled in a 30-foot birdie putt on the first hole – No 14 – while Jutanugarn made par. On the second hole – No 18 – Hyo-joo failed to make an upand-down from a greenside bunker while Jutanugarn made a great chip from behind the green and rolled in a fivefoot putt to push the extra session to sudden death playoff. Going back to No 14, Hyojoo barely missed a 20-foot birdie try that would have won it. Jutanugarn then rolled in a four-footer after a brilliant bunker shot. On the fourth playoff hole, both players had bunker shots with Hyojoo leaving hers 15 feet from the hole

while Jutanugarn hit hers to 18 inches. Hyo-joo missed and Jutanugarn tapped in for victory.

“On the front nine, I did everything I want to do, but that back got me a lot,” Jutanugarn said.

Ariya Jutanugarn holds the trophy after winning the US Women’s Open at Shoal Creek last month. PHOTO: USGA/DARREN CARROLL

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A public golf course in Singapore now has scooters for hire as an alternative to electric drive carts

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t almost every golf course you can hire an electric golf cart to drive. That’s the same at Singapore’s only public 18-hole golf course, Marina Bay. But from last month at Marina Bay you can also hire a different mode of transport — a golf scooter. Known as the Fat Tire Golf Scooter it is a lightweight two-wheeler that is easy to ride and allows a single rider to be seated comfortably. It comes with a rear bag holder, cooler bag and fixtures for other golf accessories. NCI Golf is the exclusive distributor of

the scooter for the Asia-Pacific regions and it’s chairman Ng Ser Miang said: ``As more people are receptive to the use of scooters and e-bikes for commuting these days, we find it timely to bring in scooters to the golf course. ``We aim to be at the forefront of the latest innovations in the golf industry. The mobility and convenience the golf scooters bring will greatly enhance the experience of golfers playing at Marina Bay Golf Course.” The scooters are currently used for play at golf courses in the United States.

TUNING INTO GREG NORMAN G reg Norman is to host a radio programme in the United States. Norman, who spent the equivalent of six years as the world’s No 1 ranked golfer, will obviously have golf as one his major topics on the monthly one-hour show but he will also speak about business. The Australian, who gained the nickname of The Great White Shark for his aggressive play, has lived an extraordinary and adventurous life and achieved enormous success in his entrepreneurial and philanthropic endeavours. His programme would seem him discussing and sharing philosophies and advice for getting the most out of life. After years of being the one fielding questions, Norman is now assuming the role of interviewer and he will welcome to his show a diverse set of guests from the worlds of golf, politics and business. “I have been fortunate enough to meet many great and fascinating people throughout my life – from

heads of state and presidents to world-class athletes and business mogul,’’ Norman said. ``This show will provide listeners with a 360-degree view of my life and give one-of-a-kind access to some of these incredible minds and personalities. ``This is a new endeavour for me and (radio) SiriusXM is the perfect partner to help me embark on this journey and share my life with the world.” The radio station’s president Scott Greenstein said: “Whether on the golf course, in business, or life in general, Greg approaches everything he does with tremendous enthusiasm, and we’re excited to have him bring that passion to SiriusXM. ``Greg will give our listeners access to his one-of-a-kind perspective on his sport, and what it takes to succeed in business and in life.” Those with streaming access can listen online, with the SiriusXM mobile application and at home on a wide variety of connected devices.

Top leadership award to NZ Golf chief

ew Zealand Golf chief executive and Golfer Pacific columnist Dean Murphy has gained a top prize at the New Zealand Sport and Recreation Awards in Wellington. Murphy received the C K Doig leadership award, which recognises outstand-

ing leadership by a sport and recreation executive. Murphy, who joined New Zealand Golf in 2007, said he was honoured by the award. “It’s really humbling to see the people who have stood before me and held this New Zealand Golf chief executive Dean Murphy with his trophy at the New Zealand Sport and Recreation Awards

award,” Murphy said. “I really love what we do and I really love the organisation I work for. “It’s been quite a ride and our sport in particular has grown so much and there’s still so much to do. “I’m quite enthused for the future, but right now, I think this is an award for the board, all the staff that aren’t here and our organisation.” Murphy started his career at New Zealand Golf as commercial manager. He quickly formed successful partnerships and was always seen as a future leader of the organisation. Murphy spent a year as the acting chief executive before officially taking up the role in 2010. Sport New Zealand chief executive Peter Miskimmin said the awards were once again a huge success and he made it clear how important the award winners are to the worldwide sporting community. “It’s vital that we recognise the work and people that support and encourage New Zealanders to be physically active and to win on the world stage, and for me, this is a highlight of the year,’’ Miskimmin said. “The awards ceremony brings together leaders from across the sector to recognise the top achievements and to acknowledge leadership and lifetime achievement.

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“In Dean we have a superb leader, but what sets him apart is not what he has done, but more how he has led. He is an extremely good listener and an empathetic friend. People warm to him and believe in him.” In the past eight years, Murphy has overseen a new community-focused approach in the sector, employing several sector support managers around the country. Murphy’s commitment to the future sustainability of the sport is evident in several other projects which came to fruition during 2017, including the golf sector plan for Auckland, the casual golf initiative, plus the love golf and she loves golf campaigns. The New Zealand Men’s and Women’s Open have not only grown, but Murphy has removed the financial risk of both events to New Zealand Golf. The women’s event made history last year by reaching LPGA status, which saw more than 30,000 fans come out to watch Lydia Ko while the men’s open has adapted into a unique pro-am format playing for in excess of $1 million on the Australasian PGA Tour and broadcast throughout Asia. Former winners of the C K Doig leadership award include Steve Tew from New Zealand Rugby and Keryn Smith of the New Zealand Olympic Committee.

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Adelaide to remain home to Women’s Australian Open

delaide has almost become the home of the Women’s Australian Open. The event has been held in Adelaide for the last three years and will do so for the next three years. In the last three year’s the open has been staged at The Grange, Royal Adelaide and Kooyonga and the same rotation will apply for the next three years. Next year’s event, from February 14-17, will be at The Grange Golf Club. Golf Australia chief executive Stephen Pitt said: “We have had tremendous support from all in South Australia, no more so than with our host clubs in the

past three years,” Pitt said. “So it’s with great delight that we will return to the same clubs again for the next three years. “It’s a replication of the rotation we’ve just completed in our first three-year term in Adelaide and with the response collectively that we’ve enjoyed from fans who’ve attended, the LPGA and its players and the clubs themselves, we’re delighted to chart a similar path for our second to give everyone certainty to plan and enhance.” This year’s open attracted a record crowd of 33,277 over the four days at Kooyonga Golf Club.

LPGA Tour commissioner Mike Whan said his players would be thrilled to learn a return visit to Adelaide was on the cards for the first tournament of its 2019 Asia-Pacific swing. “It has been fantastic to watch this event grow in Australia since we joined in partnership with Golf Australia in 2012,” Whan said. “The LPGA Tour is now played in 14 countries around the world and features players from 31 countries in every point of the globe and Australia will continue to be a very important stop for us. “The LPGA players love heading

‘down under’ and Adelaide’s wonderful courses will no doubt be great tests for the world’s best players.” South Australian minister for trade, tourism and investment, David Ridgway, said the event had struck a chord with the people of South Australia. “We are encouraged to see the national and international reach of the tournament continue to expand and with so many of the LPGA’s great players so happy to come from all corners to play our fabulous courses, the exposure it generates for us a global destination and the boost to our visitor economy are both brilliant.”

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Looking ahead to golf’s new rules By Dave Mangan New Zealand Golf

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Play the ball as it lies, play the course as you find it, and if you cannot do either, do what is fair. But to do what is fair you need to know the rules of golf.” It’s a simple premise, however, as many causal and even the most experienced of golfer will know, the rules of golf can be overly complicated. Golf’s major governing bodies the R&A and United States Golf Association took note of this and five years ago began a major overhaul of the rules of golf. Both organisations acknowledged that rules are complicated and their purpose isn’t always clear with current rule book containing hundreds of rules and subrules, along with a 500-plus page decisions book with many “hidden rules” found in 1200 separate decisions. The rule book language is dense and complex, which can make it difficult to understand and create issues for translation into many languages. Some rule procedures and outcomes are not straightforward or intuitive and their philosophy and approach can seem unclear or inconsistent. Other rule outcomes are seen as unfair or reflecting a hyper-technical or “hair splitting” approach that may result in penalties for no obvious purpose. As a result of the complexity of the rules, many golfers and other followers of the game do not know the rules well and do not try to learn them in detail because of their complexity. The rules can be intimidating or off-putting, especially to younger golfers and those who are not familiar with the game’s traditions. The rules are not as supportive as they could

be of efforts to address important issues facing the game, such as pace of play. Over the past five years I have been fortunate to sit as an advisory member to the R&A rules of golf committee meeting once a year to discuss and debate hundreds of different ideas, opinions and approaches on how to tackle the issue of how to modernise and simplify the rules of golf. This has been a daunting project which will draw to a close on January 1 of next year when golfers around the world will be playing under a new code. While golf will be played in the same way as we know it now, there will be a few important things that players will need to know. The biggest change will be the change to the dropping the ball rule. Over the past five years debate around the committee table has raged on the dropping rule, with many different versions discussed, from dropping at any height to placing. What we have ended up with is that golfers will now drop from knee height. This new dropping procedure will retain the randomness of the drop, however, with the drop being performed closer to the ground the occurrences where a ball will bounce forward or come out of the relief area requiring a re-drop will become less. To simplify the dropping rules, the same procedure will be used every time a golfer needs to take a drop. Under the current rules you drop an embedded ball at your nearest point of relief, whereas when taking relief from an immovable obstruction you find your nearest point of relief and then have a club length to drop in. From next year for every dropping sit-

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uation you will find your relief point and measure out the relief area with the longest club in your bag that isn’t your putter and drop your ball within the relief area. The ball must remain within that relief area, so gone are the days where your ball can then roll up to two club lengths from where it first struck the ground. Several measures are being introduced to try and speed up the pace of play. Firstly the maximum amount of time a player can search for their ball will drop from five to three minutes and players will be able to keep the flagstick in the hole, which are all measures expected to decrease the time for a round of golf. In addition to that, the rule book will now have pace of play guidelines stating that players have a maximum of 40 seconds to play their shots. Water hazards will become penalty hazards under the new rules and these areas will not necessarily need to contain water. Committees and golf clubs will be able to extend the areas marked to include jungle like areas on courses around the country. New Zealand Golf will be sending clubs guidance on marking penalty hazards under the new rules later in the year. One of the most debated areas of the rules since the project was announced was how to deal with stroke and distance and a desire from many golfing stakeholders to have a solution when a ball is lost. Currently if you find you ball is out of bounds or cannot find it, the only solution under the rules is to head back to where you hit the ball from — an option which on a busy day at many courses around the country is not feasible.

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Under the new rules there will be a local rule that clubs will be able to introduce. It will allow a ball to be dropped under two penalty strokes if a ball cannot be found or is out of bounds. The spot where the ball can be dropped will be anywhere along an arc, no closer to the hole, from where the ball was estimated to be lost or out of bounds. This spot can be all the way to the nearest edge of the fairway of the hole being played. To try to make the new rules simpler and easier to understand a new players edition of the rules will contain a number of diagrams to help golfers understand how to proceed under a rule. While that player’s edition has been finalised and is at the printers, work is still being done on trying to simplify the 1200 or so decisions and put them in a new publication call the interpretations on the rules of golf. While this is just a snapshot of some of the major changes that the R&A and USGA have made — and many people think that these new rules haven’t gone as far as they could have — the 2019 code represents the greatest change to the rules of golf in over three decades and has addressed many of the rules issues that has faced the game over the past few years. These new rules will now be debated and discussed over the next few years and small changes will continue to be made to them as we start to play under them. If you have any interest in understanding more about the new rules the R&A website rand.org has a great deal of information up including a wide range of videos on the new rules.

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Peter Thomson was a great example of the PGA professional By Dominic Sainsbury New Zealand PGA General Manager

n June 20 golf lost a legend and a true gentleman — Australian PGA immortal Peter Thomson. Thomson is best known as the winner of five British Opens but he also racked up an amazing nine wins in the New Zealand Open. Although the passing of the great man is very sad we have so much to thank him for. Thompson inspired thousands of people to take up the game through his achievements on the world stage and not just the way that he made the game seem so easy but, more importantly, in the way that he conducted himself as a professional.

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We are so lucky to have and have had so many great role models from the amazing Lydia Ko to the likes of Sir Bob Charles and Jack Nicklaus and, more recently, US Open winner Brooks Koepka. The way our top professionals play and conduct themselves attracts millions of people across the world to our game. All sports need role models, players that have a unique ability to showcase their talents at the very highest level. They make the most complex sporting tasks seem so easy and inspire us to have a go in the hope of replicating the near impossible. One of the beauties of golf is that almost every round the weekend warrior plays there are moments of world class brilliance achieved, such as holing a 30 foot putt or chipping in. These flashes of brilliance give us all hope that we share

with our professional superstars. The game of golf is so lucky to have so many role models that are champions and more importantly good people that live by great values. PGA professionals inspire people to give golf a go through their actions, their talents and through the passion they have for the game. The great PGA professionals that have made our game what it is today and great PGA professionals that continue to inspire today, underpins what we here in New Zealand deliver in our PGA trainee education programme. Your local PGA professional is not just a champion golfer but is now also skilled in business management, club fitting and technology, innovative events and competitions, growing and developing strong partnerships, coaching and playing.

We are so lucky to have so many dedicated PGA professionals across the world that love to give back to the next generation. This can be seen at almost all PGA Tour events where seasoned professionals take younger fledgling professionals under their wing in a mentoring role. At our recent national PGA trainee school held last month at the beautiful Remuera Golf Club in Auckland we had a number of PGA professionals giving back at the week long business, management, coaching and club fitting workshops. The future of golf is in good hands with PGA professionals that dedicate their lives to inspiring people to play more golf. If you want to get more enjoyment out of your golf game, seek out your local PGA professional today. You can find them at http://www.pga.org.nz/find-a-pga-pro

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Do golf gloves really make a difference? By Ian Hardie NZPGA Professional

his has been a common question asked of me by golfers over the years and my answer has always been the same - ‘You don’t need to wear a golf glove but there are a few good reasons to wear one (or two) while playing golf’. The first examples of golf gloves began to appear in the game during the late 1800′s, marketed as a way to add extra protection for a golfer’s hands – a function that all golf gloves still perform today. As the golf glove allowed golfers to play the game with less damage to their hands from the rough leather grips of the time, the bulk of golfers took to them quickly. So, the first reason they make a difference is to protect the skin on golfers hands. Something that is especially important for new or infrequent golfers, to enable them to play the game without damaging the skin on the palm of their hand or fingers – as well as golfers who play or practice more than two or three times a week – who may find themselves wearing the skin on their hands away through simple repetition, if they don’t use a golf glove (or two). The next useful reason for wearing a golf glove (or two) is something called Sebum.

It’s an oily or waxy substance that all of us secrete to lubricate and waterproof our skin through the sebaceous glands, which are microscopic glands in the skin. Found in greatest abundance on the face and scalp, the glands are also distributed throughout all skin sites on the human body except for the palms of our hands and the soles of our feet. Haven’t heard of Sebum before? Quickly, get a fingertip and run the tip of it along the palm of your other hand, then run that same fingertip along the fingers beside the palm. Feel the difference the Sebum makes to the way your fingers feel? Sebum’s purpose, is that it constantly lubricates and waterproofs our skin which is great for our body the majority of the time but not too handy if you are playing golf on a hot or rainy day and the mixture of sweat or water combined with the Sebum, makes your hands become so slippery that as a result - you lose control of the golf club in your hands and your shots start going sideways or worse still, the club slips right out of your hands! As you can imagine, a golf glove (or two) can help to eliminate that possibility completely by forming a barrier between your hands and the golf club. The third reason that you may want to consider wearing a golf glove (or two) while playing, is to enable you to achieve a good connection between your hands

and the golf club without using excessive grip pressure. That’s important, as if you aren’t already aware - excessive grip pressure prior to hitting a golf shot is one of the main causes of both ‘topping the ball’ and ‘slicing’ for a lot of golfers - as well as a sure fire way to lose 10 or 20 yards off the tee! A golf glove (or two) can help a golfer to combat the tendency to have excessive grip pressure through the materials used to make them, which these days is either specially made or treated to be more ‘tacky’ than the human hand. The huge benefit of this to the golfer of course is that as the glove itself helps to form a good connection between their hands and the golf club which allows the golfer to use a light grip pressure while still maintaining control of the golf club, due to the tackiness of the material. Which brings me to the next reason that you may want to wear two golf gloves – playing golf on a rainy day. Now, I’m aware that no one really likes playing golf in the rain but a good pair of rain gloves (yes, they need to be a pair) can really help bridge the gap between your normal level of play and your performance in wet conditions, through being specially designed to ensure that your grip doesn’t slip on the club - due to the special materials that they are made from. As a side note from that, if you happen

to play golf in cold conditions – a pair of winter gloves that usually have a thick thermal layer on the back of them – will greatly help your performance until the day heats up and you can go back to normal golf gloves. Those four ways that a golf glove can make a difference to your golf game, are only of any use to you if you actually have a glove or pair of gloves that fit you properly. Make sure that you try on the gloves before you buy (if possible) as even if you know your size, different manufacturers have slightly different measurements and fittings. Avoid the most common mistake I see golfers make when it comes to buying golf gloves – which is to buy a glove that is too big. You want each glove to be comfortable and flexible but still fairly tight – be aware that with a little bit of wear, the glove will loosen and conform to the shape of your hand - also be sure that there is nothing pinching or squeezing any part of your hand and that the Velcro closure doesn’t make it too tight. If you want to know more about golf gloves (or why I keep suggesting that wearing ‘two’ might be a good thing) you can find my FREE 16 page Ultimate Guide to Golf Gloves here https://gum.co/JOnVW Play well.

Ian Hardie is Golfer Pacific’s Golf Professional contributor. He is Club Professional at Omanu Golf Club in Mount Maunganui. Ian’s time is split between the pro shop at the club and helping people to improve, while enjoying their golf more as a result of his golf coaching. Over the past few years, in an effort to help as many golfers as he can, Ian has been sharing his common sense golf advice with golfers around the world through his website golfhabits.com. With over 500 articles to read, it’s a great resource for any golfer looking to improve their golf game.

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Why is junior golf important? What is the future direction? By Anthony Barkley NZPGA Professional

ince I have been a PGA professional I have always cared about junior golf and have taken a close interest in trends in the development of young golfers. In fact it’s one of the most rewarding elements as juniors develop so fast and you are able to guide them on their journey. For me as well as most others understand the value of learning to play golf for young people. The life skills they learn is awesome and as a parent having my child at a golf course rather than the skate park gives me peace of mind. In Rotorua we had a junior programme. Rotorua Golf Club, Springfield Golf Club and Lakeview golf club participated in Junior programmes. But none of the clubs were doing that well and we were not seeing enough of these kids ending up playing or joining the respected clubs. This troubled me as I felt like I was failing so I started searching for solutions. Ro-

torua is like many other areas where kids experiment in many sports, my daughter is the same. When I was young I basically did rugby and golf although I dabbled in volleyball as well and only specialised in golf once I left school at around 19. Young people in Rotorua have many things to do and the big one is Mountain biking so it was tough to compete with traditional methods to attract young people to golf. All the stories of how the club used to have 60-90 kids doesn’t mean a thing now as kids have access to so much more. I came up with a concept of joining all together to improve the package we offer. Three courses one approach type concept. Part way through this development I was introduced to the Wakatipu Junior Golf Club that was a very successful virtual golf club run down south where clubs joined together. After many hours in discussion with their coordinator (thank you Simon) we had a system to follow. We called it the Geyserland Junior Golf

Club and combined the Rotorua Golf Club, Springfield Golf Club, Lakeview Golf Club and Prodrive. It’s an incorporated society where we apply for our own funding and all income goes toward running of the society and coaching. It did take a while for the clubs to get their heads around as it does require them to give up all income from membership (which wasn’t much overall). We thank all these clubs for looking a little outside the box. So here we are 6 months into it. We have 72 kids as members and have just received our first funding to help grow the society. We have NZ Golf very interested in the model and from what I know three other areas (including the Wakatipu Junior Golf Club) currently run the programme and several others are looking to adapt the system. So it’s a good story but the journey has only just begun. Getting all these kids playing is the next goal filling club fields and representing clubs. Standards of junior care must be established as one bad experience can end parent and ju-

nior participation. Also, to the knockers out there and an example was one person who protested that this system won’t bring any rice to their bowl; parents can become organic members of clubs with their children. How this can be structured by clubs needs thought and a short term targeted approach won’t work well but if clubs play the long game it will happen. We know many other national methods have not worked over the years but this has potential. It requires a coordinator and others with time and enthusiasm for junior development. It’s not just up to NZPGA professionals but the clubs themselves to get behind it. Grow the game through very positive experiences as these kids will learn to love the game. Some will stay with it and others will come back later in life. We all understand that something needs to be done and a proactive approach like a virtual golf club concept could be the one. Q: What’s your club doing to grow junior golf?

Anthony Barkley is Golfer Pacific’s Golf professional contributor. He was formerly head professional at Rotorua Golf Club. “Ant” is responsible for many aspects of play at the club. One of the main things that he sees his role is to help people enjoy their golf more. He contributes monthly articles about club fitting, coaching, the mental game and the occasional review of new products.

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The Inaugural Golfer Pacific Citrus Open launches at the Bay of Islands Golf Club Kerikeri on September 29 -30. A joint initiative between The Club and Golfer Pacific , the event has attracted NZ Golf Order of Merit endorsement. A two day Stroke Play event, Divisional Gross and net prizes are on offer, longest drive, and nearest the pin. To secure your place online: www.bay of Islandsgolfclub.co.nz/citrus. If your Golf club is searching for an event partner contact Golfer Pacific NZ at Smith.sun@bigpond.com.

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Come and join in the fun at the friendly club! Located only 10 minutes north of central Whangarei, Northland Golf Club provides a scenic and challenging course for all levels of golf, all year round. If you are looking to play and stay locally, go no further than Birchgrove Cottage, a modern standalone fully self-contained 1 bedroom holiday cottage situated right next to the golf course. Visit www.birchgrove.co.nz or call (09) 945 4236. Visitors welcome and we provide full Clubhouse, onsite Café, covered modern driving range and Golf Shop facilities including carts, trundlers and clubs for hire. Contact the club on (09) 4351 777. »» www.golfnorthland.co.nz

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PEPPERS CARRINGTON RESORT, NORTHLAND GOLF Maitai Bay Road, Karikari Peninsula

The golf course is the jewel in the crown of the Pepper Resort a 3000-acre resort with a 4km coastline of secluded white sand on the Karikari Peninsula. Designed by noted American course architect Matt Dye and opened in 2003, the course, that varies from rolling vales to challenging water holes, features one of New Zealand’s longest par-5s (at 569m) and one of the shortest par-3s (at 113m). The course is sited to provide a variety of vistas, with ocean views to the north and east, and hillside vineyards to the south. It is a hilly, parklands-style course with natural wetlands. The resort also offers a vineyard, winery, a Black Angus stud farm and a beach while the hotel features an infinity swimming pool. If you play Carrington, be prepared for the par-3 seventh, a challenging hole that plays over water and flax to a severely sloping green. »» http://www.peppers.co.nz/carrington

WAIPU GOLF CLUB State Highway 1, Waipu

For a great day out on the golf course, or a stopover game on your way north, look no further than Waipu Golf Club. Situated on State Highway 1, an easy 90 minute drive north of the Johnsons Hill Tunnel at Orewa, the course is an all-weather links style course playable in all conditions, with spectacular views over Bream Bay from all 18 holes. The clubhouse is open from 8 am to 5 pm daily for hire carts, clubs and trundlers. Green fees range from $40 for 18 holes and $25 for 9 holes weekdays for affiliated members ($45 and $30 weekends). We also have our Thrifty Thursday special of $1 per hole for all. Enjoy breakfast or lunch at the Tee Café open from 8.30 am, with gluten free food a specialty. If you need a place to stay, Ruakaka Beachfront Motel is a 10 minute drive away - phone 09 432 7166. For more information or to book a tee time, call us on 09 432 0259 or email waipu@golf.co.nz. »» http://www.waipugolfclub.org.nz/

Ba Ke y o rik f I eri sla nd s

“TEE FOR TWO”

Play Kerikeri Golf Club – accommodation at Stone Store Lodge. Kauri Cliffs Golf Course & Stone Store Lodge “TEE FOR TWO” GOLF PACKAGE

Inclusive of: TWO golfers enjoy One Round of Golf each (Green Fees) at Kauri Cliffs Designed by David Harman **one of the top 100 courses in the world** www.kauricliffs.com TWO night’s accommodation in a Deluxe Suite Dble/Twin suite with Inlet views, at Stone Store Lodge Kerikeri *201 Kerikeri Road*

Bay of Islands

BASED ON TWO PERSONS - TWIN SHARE

NZ$730 for TWO

NZ$450 for TWO

•NON Golfer Substitute: A selection from Health-Herbal-body treatments •No refund for unused services•Rain check available due weather within validity•Based on double/twin occupancy•Air and land transportation not included•Prices are GST inclusive

This is the course where Sir Michael Hill first aquired his passion for golf, which ultimately led to the establishment of his fabulous course at Arrowtown, The Hills. Originally known as Mt Denby, it is Whangarei’s oldest club (dating back to 1917) and is located on the road to Whangarei Falls and Tutukaka, only 5 minutes from the city centre. The course features bush-covered walkways and is a true test for any golfer. The club’s most famous landmark is the twin pine (split by lightning) aside the par-4 sixth hole. This is a beautiful course with tight driving holes. »» www.whangareigolfclub.co.nz

Golf Northland - Our Vision:

Golf Northland Inc. Contact Executive Officer Vaughan Witten Ph 0210 747 151 admin@golfnorthland.co.nz ASB Northland Sports House, Western Hills Drive, Whangarei www.golfnorthland.co.nz

Two full or continental breakfasts daily

BASED ON TWO PERSONS - SHARE TWIN OR DOUBLE OCCUPANCY

From 1st Oct 2018-14th Dec 2018 NZD $875.00 for NZ residents International Visitors ADD $512.00 From 15th Dec 2018-31st Mar 2019 NZD $945.00 for NZ residents International Visitors ADD $512.00

Denby Cres, Tikipunga, Whangarei

For the game of Golf to be an accessible and enjoyable sport for all Northlanders!

Deluxe suite twin/double occupancy with Inlet views

Two guests enjoy a delicious glass of wine with light snacks one evening at Stone Store Lodge

Above pricing valid from 1st June 2018-30th Sept 2018 for TWO (Affiliated NZ Players)

»» www.sherwoodparkgolf.co.nz

Two golfers enjoy

Two persons for one round of golf at Kerikeri Golf Course

TERMS & CONDITIONS

A secluded setting, situated beneath the Maunu volcanic cone in Whangarei. Its rich soil, sub-tropical climate and groves of native trees, complemented by stone walls and water hazards, give this course a unique atmosphere. The club hosted the inter-provincials in 2002, after the clucb had a full-course irrigation system installed at a cost of $250,000. The signature hole is the par-3 14th at 188m which plays over a couple of ponds is rated among New Zealand’s best holes. Sherwood Park started life as a nine-holer.

Two nights accommodation Stone Store Lodge Kerikeri

TWO guests enjoy a delicious glass of wine with light snacks on night of arrival.

*Must be NZ residents. International Visitors ADD $282

Millington Road, Maunu

WHANGAREI GOLF CLUB

2 NIGHT GOLF PACKAGE

TWO for TEA (or coffee) each morning with continental or full breakfast at Stone Store Lodge

SHERWOOD PARK GOLF CLUB

*Must be Affiliated NZ Players TERMS & CONDITIONS

Above pricing valid from 1st May - 30th September 2018 for TWO (Affiliated NZ Players)

Prices outside these dates contact Stone Store Lodge • Based on two persons twin share – golf cart not included. • No refund for unused services. • Rain check available within validity dates due weather. • Air and land transport not included. • Each round of golf based on green fees only.

Outside these dates please look at our website For reservations contact richard@stonestorelodge.co.nz www.stonestorelodge.co.nz | Ph (09) 407-6693

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F E AT U R E

GOLF IN THE WINTERLESS NORTH This Winter, pack up your clubs and head to the North for some great homeland golfing! TREGHAN LUXURY LODGE Kerikeri Road, Kerikeri

Fairways perfectly groomed, stunning ocean views, wonderful scenery, sunshine and holes that offer a challenge or two! A stay at the tranquil in Kerikeri, Bay of Islands will mean you enjoy some of the best golf courses in New Zealand, while totally relaxing off the course in secluded and elegant surroundings. Your play can include Kauri Cliffs Golf Course, Waitangi and Bay of Islands, Kerikeri. And afterwards you can eat in or dine out in one of the award winning restaurants or vineyards the Bay of Islands has to offer. A perfect combination – golf by day, delicious food and luxurious sleep by night. »» www.treghan.co.nz/

MANGAWHAI GOLF CLUB

BAY OF ISLANDS GOLF CLUB, KERIKERI

Mangawhai is a true championship and consistently rates as one of New Zealand’s very best. Sand-based, always playable and making optimum use of natural terrain, the course is just over 1 hour north of Auckland’s CBD. Fairways are superbly groomed, the greens are famed for their pace and true roll, and every hole offers a different challenge for golfers of every level. Fully stocked Golf Shop with carts and clubs for hire, spacious Lounge & Bar, quality catering and a spectacular coastal location … Mangawhai is truly unbeatable! Email: golfshop@mangawhaigolf.co.nz for more information.

Just a few minutes from the bustling Kerikeri town centre, The Bay of Islands Golf Club, Kerikeri with its picturesque surroundings is a wonderful golfing experience in a sub-tropical climate. This well-groomed and attractively treelined, 18-hole 6122 metre, par 73 championship layout provides the best in challenge or relaxation. There are also three 9-hole options available. With panoramic views over the course, the superb clubhouse caters for weddings, private functions and business seminars. Golfers of all ages and abilities are most welcome at this friendly club. Phone the club on 09 407 8837 or email kerikeri@golf.co.nz

Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai Heads

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KAURI CLIFFS GOLF COURSE Matauri Bay Road, Matauri Bay

The Kauri Cliffs Golf Resort was designed by David Harman, ranks among the world’s top 50 courses. It isn’t a cheap outing, but what an experience. Fifteen of the holes view the Pacific Ocean with six of them playing along the cliffs that plunge to the Ocean. The beautiful inland holes wind through marsh, forest and farmland. The complex includes a world-class practice range plus putting and chipping greens. In 2008 and 2009 the Kiwi Challenge brounght four of the world’s best players to New Zealand to play the course including sister course Cape Kidnappers located in the Hawkes Bay. »» http://www.kauricliffs.com/

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Golf View Road, Kerikeri

»» www.bayofislandsgolfclub.co.nz

WELLSFORD GOLF CLUB

"The Friendliest Club in the North" Less than an hour North of the Auckland Harbour Bridge, situated on SH 1 -- 2km south of Wellsford. Established in 1930, this scenic 18 hole course is regarded by many golfers as a " hidden treasure" offering a challenging test with some of the cheapest green fees in the region. A friendly country atmosphere welcomes visitors of all abilities. Cart hire available together with club and trundler hire. Bar and Catering facilities available for Corporate and Group Bookings. Come join us for an enjoyable day golfing. »» wellsfordgolf.co.nz

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GOLF TRAILS

NEWS FROM AROUND THE REGIONS

NORTHLAND

NORTHLAND MENS PENNANT FINALS CONCLUDE By Andrew Leventis andrewleventis312@gmail.com

The beautifully presented Northern Wairoa golf course hosted both the 36 and 18 hole Northland pennant finalists to conclude the 2018 pennant season. The 18 hole final handicap match play final saw Whangarei 1 take on Mangawhai 2 with Whangarei taking the silverware 6.5 to 2.5. In the 36 hole handicap match

play final Sherwood Park 2 and Whangaroa (respective North and South zone winners) faced off with Sherwood Park 2 (pictured) coming out on top. Mangawhai Golf Clubs off the stick team that compete in North Harbour Championship Grade Pennants also had a fantastic result to end the season. After winning the West Coast division they have been promoted to North Harbour’s top grade (Nobilo Championship Pennants) after they won their promotion/ relegation match by a margin of 6.5 / 1.5 over Huapai. Well done to all the winning teams!

NORTHLAND JUNIOR PROGRAMS CONTINUING TO BUILD By Andrew Leventis andrewleventis312@gmail.com

Northland is continuing to make fan-

NORTHLAND NOTICEBOARD 7-8 Jul

Waipu

09 4320259

Bream Bay Classic

10-11 Jul

Sherwood Park

09 434 6900

Junior Classic

13 Jul

Waipu 09 4320259

19 Jul

Waipu 09 4320259

22 Jul Waipu 09 432 0259

Vets Social Day Golf Assn Tartan Ambrose

26 Jul

Waipu 09 4320259

9 Hole T'ment

2 Aug

Wairoa

Open Northern Ladies

09 4396599

tastic progress in its junior golf initiatives and is forming some strong ties with schools in the district, an area which has sometimes proved very challenging in the sport. Year 7 and 8 students from Oromahoe School recently participated in a school give golf a go program at Okaihau Golf Club and had a great time learning the basics and fundamentals of the game. This session followed their participation in May in the school golf program which saw many introduced to the game for the first time in sessions using SNAG Golf gear. It is great to see the progress of junior golf in the district. Well done to Northland Golf for their continued efforts in this area.

NORTH DIVISION WINNERS – 18-HOLE WEEKDAY WOMENS’ PENNANT COMPETITION

Whangaroa Ladies – Congratulations to Kathy Graham, Kyra Rapana, Carol Boyed & Jan Kay. It was a well deserved win and Okaihau pushed them the whole way. They were equally delighted with their

8th Biennial Golf Managers Association of New Zealand Conference

THE GOLF

NORTHERN INNOVATE > CHANGE > SUCCESS 09-11 OCTOBER 2018 QUEENSTOWN

Pay & Pl ay

The President and Board of Management of the Golf Managers Association of New Zealand extend a warm welcome to our Golf Club management friends in New Zealand and overseas and invite you to attend the 8th Biennial Conference, held from 9-11 October 2018 in Queenstown NZ, hosted by the Millennium Hotel Queenstown. With an “INNOVATE > CHANGE > SUCCESS” theme we anticipate our speakers will provide a stimulating forum for discussion with ample time set aside to network amongst peers and experience the delights of Queenstown - the “ADVENTURE CAPITAL OF THE WORLD”. DO NOT MISS THIS EVENT. We have secured the services of a very experienced mix of local and international speakers to advise on how to meet the challenge set down by the conference theme.

Get your Northern Passport! With an annual supscription of $350, receive discounted green fees, and a one free round of golf at each of the participating clubs.

PROPOSED SCHEDULE OF EVENTS WEDNESDAY 9 OCTOBER 2018

THURSDAY 10 OCTOBER 2018

FRIDAY 11 OCTOBER 2018

12 NOON Golf Managers Association of New Zealand Golf Day; Managers Challenge Trophy at Queenstown Golf Club

8.30AM Conference opening

8.30AM Conference resumes

8.45AM – 4.30PM Conference business sessions

8.45AM – 12.30PM Conference business sessions

7.00PM Conference dinner; at Wakatipu Room, Skyline Queenstown with Keynote speaker

5.30PM Trade exhibition and cocktail party

1.00PM Golf Managers Association annual general meeting

Take advantage of exclusive green fee rates at participating clubs, pay only $20 for 18 ($12 for 9) holes all year round. On top of all this, receive an official New Zealand Golf Handicap!

1.30PM – 3.00PM Conference business sessions 3.15PM Keynote speaker

Contact your local participating club for more info and to sign up.

4.00PM Conference closes

$350

ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION

FREE Rounds at

participating clubs: HELENSVILLE MANGAWHAI NORTHLAND WARKWORTH WHANGAPARAOA WHANGARAREI

OFFICIAL New Zealand Golf Handicap

09/10/18 SAVE THE DATE! Please register your initial interest in attending by emailing the GMANZ Executive Officer, Des Topp at: eo@gmanz.co.nz

WHANGAPARAOA GOLF CLUB

To get your Passport Phone 0800 420 545 • Helensville@golf.co.nz• www.helensvillegolf.co.nz

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July 2018

NORTH HARBOUR NOTICEBOARD 1 July -30 July

Whangaparaoa

09 424 5441

Membership Fees $880 Full Membership and $645 9 Hole.

1 July -30 July

Redwood Park

(09)8338253

memberships $920 Annually

1 July -30 July

Muriwai

9 411 8454

The Links course out west. All welcome

1 July -30 July

Helensville

(09)4205454

Midweek Open Great Prize table

1 July -30 July

Omaha Beach

(09)4227551

Hidden Treasure by the Sea, less than 1 hour Nth of AKLD

1 July -30 July

Waitakere

(09)810 9399

$15.00 a week for a full 7 days a week membership

July 7-8

Waipu

(09) 432 0259

Bream Bay Classic

Jul-15

Cambridge

07 827 6381

Cambridge Masters

July 20-23

Riverside

07 843 6287

Waikato Winter Stroke Play

second place. This round of Pennants was played in good spirit and sportsmanship.

to 12th of August and marks the second year the prestigious amateur title will be held at the fantastic layout. With the usual enormous prize table and effort put into the organisation of this quality tournament, a capacity field with some of the best players from the country attending, will no doubt be in attendance for what will be another great three days of golf. The North Harbour Seniors and Masters Championship is set for the 24th to 26th of August at Omaha, Helensville and Muriwai. Comprising three age group divisions (40-49 / 50-59 / 60+), this extremely popular tournament also attracts a capacity field so early entries are vital. Both tournaments are sponsored / supported by North Harbour Golf’s primary apparel and equipment sponsor Taylormade / Adidas NZ and the prize tables are enormous. For more information about the tournaments and to register please visit the association website at www.harbourgolf.co.nz

NORTH HARBOUR MAJOR NORTH HARBOUR TOURNAMENTS SET FOR AUGUST By Andrew Leventis andrewleventis312@gmail.com

Two of the largest men’s tournaments run by the North Harbour Golf Association will be contested this upcoming August. The North Harbour Stroke Play is set for Omaha Beach Golf Club from the 10th

Sharon Palmer from the host club was our deserved winner by 3 strokes. Here she is collecting the trophy and prizes from Harbour Ops Manager, Kevin Tregunno and Muriwai GM, Andrew Jackson. Thank you to all the team at Muriwai for the smooth running of the event.

NORTH HARBOUR MEN’S SENIORS CHAMPIONSHIP SPONSORED BY TAYLORMADE:

BATTLE OF THE BRIDGE

Harbour has taken out the annual match against Auckland by 14-12. Here are some of the winning Seniors and Juniors with the trophies. Our Masters team just lost out to their Auckland counterparts. A very close contest overall played in great spirit. Thanks to Waitemata Golf Club for hosting. GO HARBOUR!

TOM BONNINGTON CUP

Congratulations to Sung Jin Yeo, winner of the Tom Bonnington Cup at Mangawhai GC today in a three-way play-off. It was a double celebration for Harbour as one of our selectors, Jonathan Ho took out the Handicap section of the tournament. Well done both of you.

NORTH HARBOUR MEN’S STROKE PLAY CHAMPIONSHIP SPONSORED BY TAYLORMADE:

NORTH HARBOUR 9-HOLE PROVINCIAL CHAMPIONSHIP

The Women’s Muriwai GC 9-hole Open also included the running of the North Harbour 9-hole Provincial Championship.

this prestigious 72-hole event. $14,000 TaylorMade prize table with Gross prizes right down to 25th place. Please use the link below for full details and an online entry form. www.harbourgolf.co.nz/blog/nhstroke-play-champs

Entries now Open. We’re back at the fantastic Omaha Beach Golf Club from 10-12 August for

Secure your place early for this very popular event. Played over 3 days at Omaha Beach GC, Helensville GC and Muriwai Golf Links from 24-26 August to find the Masters Champion (40-49 years) and the Seniors Champion (50+). Separate prize division for those 60+ Use the link below for full details and an online entry form www.harbourgolf.co.nz/blog/nh-senior-champs

NORTH HARBOUR WOMEN’S PREMIER SERIES

Our top women have been taking part in a series of events designed to give them competitive golf over the May/June period when there is little else happening in the women’s calendar. North Shore, Huapai and Muriwai have hosted the events that have seen victories for Amy Huh, Anna An and Silvia Brunotti. They have all won TaylorMade prizes. The final event is scheduled for Waipu GC on 24th June with many Northland Open Grade women also attending.

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This picturesque, well groomed 18 hole course is on flat easy walking land and is adjacent to the Tarawera River. Mountain views and the bird life add to the enjoyment for all players. The 6th, 15th and 18th holes, make the course a true test of a golfer’s skills. We are open all year round with no tee off times needed. Visitors are always welcome to join the club haggles. The course is only 40km east of Rotorua and situated at the south end of the Kawerau township.

kaweraugolf@xtra.co.nz Cobham Dr, Kawerau 3127, New Zealand  07 323 7095

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July 2018

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AUCKLAND NOTICEBOARD July 7-8

Waipu

(09) 432 0259

Bream Bay Classic

Jul-15

Cambridge

07 827 6381

Cambridge Masters

July 20-23

Riverside

07 843 6287

Waikato Winter Stroke Play

Jul-27

Titirangi

09 827 3967

Back Tee Challenge

AUCKLAND ROYAL AUCKLAND AND GRANGE GOLF CLUB WIN CEO TROPHY By Andrew Leventis andrewleventis312@gmail.com

The 2018 CEO Trophy competition was contested at Cambridge Golf Club on the 17th of June. This tournament was created 8 years ago to allow the top pennant teams (winners of the off the stick competition) from each of the Waikato, Auckland, Bay of Plenty and North Harbour to battle against each other for pennant supremacy between the districts. The 2018 tournament saw Royal Auckland and Grange Golf Club take the bragging right after a tight tussle with multiple past champions Muriwai Golf Club (North Harbour region). Their score of 406 gross stableford points after morning foursomes and afternoon singles result in a 6-point win over Muriwai. Tauranga (BOP) finished 3rd with Walton (Waikato) finishing 4th. A special mention to Andrew Webber (Royal Auckland and the Grange) who

shot the best round of the day (a four under 68 / 40 gross stableford points) and also to team member David Sommervaille who made a hole in one on the 6th hole during his morning foursomes round. Well done to all!

CLARKS BEACH LEAD THE COVIC WAY

Sixty-nine vets golfers fronted up at Wattle Downs Golf Club on Thursday 30th May, to play early-winter golf under glorious clear blue skies and a mild south west zephyr wind. After a week or two of rains the greenskeepers finally managed to get the fairway and surrounds mowers onto the course and had done their best to present a very playable course given the sticky ground conditions. This saw many struggle getting distance on those ground shots and as a result scores were a little higher than usual. The pain was eased somewhat by Peter van Zyl of Ray White RE who sponsored a fun nearest the pin competition along with a great sausage sizzle. Top Club of the Day was the home side, with a massive 153 points (top 4 player stableford scores) thanks largely to the eventual Claret Jacket Winner Mr Phillip Bryant (photograph), who shot an impressive 46 points. To be present he had to shuffle daily appointments for his Elite Driver Services AA Instructor’s business, but will have no regrets after walking away with the Craig Smith Pukekohe Pro Shop Player of the Day Award. Second

CLASSIC BEST BALL CHALLENGE Sunday 19 August 2018 Teams of 2 18-hole Best Ball Stableford Competition OPEN EVENT Teams may be Men, Ladies, Junior or Mixed ENTRY FEE $40 per person (includes twos) Entries to 10 am, 10.30 tee-off. Prepaid entries welcome 02 – 0316 – 0522534 - 06 Code: Name. Ref: BB183/220 WAITOMO GOLF CLUB Golf Road, SH 3, 7km south of Otorohanga Ph. 027-235-8241 email: margaret@whenuakete.co.nz

Ngaruawahia GOLF CLUB 5925 GREAT SOUTH RD NGARUAWAHIA, HAMILTON, WAIKATO

ber of a COVIC community club. They can register with their own club Convenor, or email enquire with the next Event Convenor Mr Murray Liddle at murrayntl@ hotmail.com

NEWS FROM MAXWELL’S

It’s winter and it’s wet but we have a great Indoor Driving Range to keep those swings going. With 3 clinics every week: Wed & Fri at 9am and Sun at 10am. Get an hours coaching then have a complimentary game of golf...all only $20. Corporate Meetings and Private Functions are still keeping us afloat and we are very grateful to them and the word of mouth networking. Coach Kevin Kretchmar has a fantastic Junior Club with clinics on Saturday morning at 9am and another at 10.15am as well as after school on Tuesday and Thursday at 4pm. Our accommodation is very worthwhile with groups coming from Airbnb, Holiday Houses, Bookabach and also our own website. Lovely comfortable family home with 5 bedrooms plus another bedsit lounge for a family. Bring your food and drinks or ask Kaye to set it up as a B&B for you. We are a small golf club with a love for the social golfer and the beginners. It is a golf club that feels like home with fresh country food to suit the blokes and the health conscious. We welcome your visit – check out maxwellsgolf.co.nz for more information.

First prize

WAITOMO GOLF CLUB

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team was Waiuku with 151 points followed by Clarks Beach (146), Pukekohe (140), Hauraki (138), Huntly-Waiterimu (131), Onewhero (128), Maramarua (127), Awhitu (125), Waikare (123). So after this penultimate fifth qualifying round for the COVIC Shield, it is Clarks Beach who now lead the way with 14-table points, followed by Onewhero (18), Waiuku and Wattle Downs (21), Pukekohe (27) who make up the top five. One point back is Maramarua (28) themselves separated by just one point from both Huntly-Waiterimu and Hauraki (29), then Awhitu (31) and Waikare (41). This means that in the next and final qualifying round any one of the top eight sides could still conceivably finish in the top five and qualify for the Shield finals. The likely battle, however, is which two of Pukekohe, Maramarua, Huntly-Waiterimu and Hauraki will make it and which won’t? The COVIC Challenge Cup matchplay event saw long term holders Maramarua loose to a determined Hauraki team 31.5 to 38.5. As its been twelve month since they had won it, Maramarua now get another timely chance to inflict payback on Hauraki in the very next round, at Huntly Golf Club on Tuesday 19 June 2018. This event will be followed by the COVIC Jackson Jones Justice Cup, a midwinter 3-person Ambrose event played at Ngaruawahia Golf Club on Friday 6 July. Men and women golfers interested in playing COVIC golf, should be over 50 years of age and a present of past mem-

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There is ample opportunity for junior golfers to compete in a host of upcoming junior tournaments in the Waikato region. The 2018 Waikato Eagles Golfing Society Junior Under 19 Boys and Girls tournament is being held at the Riverside Lochiel Course on the 9th of July. It is a teams event (4 players / best 3 of 4 individual scores) and entry to the tournament is free. Additionally, the Waikato Age Group Championship is being contested at Cambridge Golf Club over 36 holes from the 16th-17th of July. The cost of entry is $65 and includes lunch both days as well as a fantastic prize table. This tournament always attracts a huge field and features boys and girls divisions split into Under 19’s, Under 16’s and Under 14’s. To enter online and find out more details about these tournaments please visit the Waikato golf website (waikatogolf.co.nz).

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The most coveted Murphy Rosebowl competition was completed recently and two first time winners had the pleasure of experiencing all the joy that goes with the celebrations these Trophys provide. Congratulations to Greg Dehnen (left) and Aaron Goddard, in particular Aaron, a recent new member.

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Ngaruawahia played their 2nd Men’s Masters Open Tournament held at The Ngaruawahia Golf Club with a good size field. Played over two days in late May. The weather was great on Saturday, but Sunday the typical westerly showers came through all day, however it

was a great event and will only grow in the future. They would like to thank the sponsors of this event and please support these guys as they contribute to the golf club: Fairview Motors Hamilton; New World Rototuna; Duncan’s Pro Shop. They had a fantastic prize table worth over $4000 and many of you lucky ones picked up a great prize. Results: Gross Winner – Scott Roberston 145 Nett Winner – Ma Petero 139 Stableford Winner – Wayne Gonano 75 Gross R/Up – Greg Bell 149 Nett R/Up – Jordan Jordon King 143 Stb R/Up -Aaron Rangihika 73 All the next are all in nett Tony Whittaker 144 Mike Kiore 145 Gavin Corboy 145 Glen Smith 145 Winiata Renton 146 John King 146 John Morris 146 Michael Liao 146 Jason Dick 147 Tseng Bencent 147 Simon Rush 147 Terry Williams 147 Sanele Lolesi 148 Ian Chatwin 148 Issac Te Moni 148

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this year. Nathan Kerr took the opportunity to spend two weeks, helping prepare the Quail Hollow Golf Course, in North Carolina, for the Wells Fargo Championship, from the 26th April to the 7th May. Whilst he wasn’t paid for his time, he was given accommodation at the local Sheraton Hotel, was outfitted with a range of clothing and was transported daily to and from the course. Nathan worked with about 85 other golf staff daily, to get the venue looking immaculate. In the week prior to the event, they worked from 6am through to 5pm. Then, when the tournament was on, they started at 4.30am and worked through to 9am, before taking a break and working, after play had finished for the day, til 9pm. Even though the hours were long, everyone stayed on task and showed total dedication to completing the job. The attention to detail was impressive: • around bunkers the grass was trimmed by hand, before a narrow first cut defined each area • the bunkers were sprayed with bleach to whiten the sand • after mowing, a team, with portable blowers cleared away the cut grass and leaves • divits on the fairway were filled with coloured sand by another team • the pine straw around the trees was trucked up from Mexico • when greens were mowed, a worker carried around a mat for the mower to turn on, so the grass wouldn’t get scuffed up • they use a machine on the rough, to fluff it up, and take away wheel marks and lying down grass There was great excitement a few days before the start of play, when Tiger Woods confirmed his entry. Another 60,000 tickets were sold, and Nathan said that over 220,000 people came through the gate over the event. The Monday pro-am was full of celebrities, like Justin Timberlake, and many sports stars from the NFL, baseball and basketball leagues. Many of the higher ranked golfers did not play in the pro-am, but got their practice rounds in groups, over the Tuesday and Wednesday, before the official start. Nathan said the fairways, where Tiger was playing, were lined with 25,000 people while other groups were virtually ig-

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nored. He enjoyed watching Ernie Els and Vijay Singh, as he was close enough to hear all the conversations, between the players and their caddies. Nathan also managed to follow Jason Day, who won the tournament, and commented on his ability to completely shut the crowd out, whenever he played a shot. Nathan also observed the hoards of ladies who followed Ricki Fowler! Nathan had an interesting time with some of the caddies, at the hotel bar, after a days play. They told him a caddies job was not as glamorous, or as well paid, as people may think. A lot of caddies were not paid the 10% we all think they get. They lead very separate lives to the players, and only come together on the course. Nathans Conclusions: • With manpower, machinery and money, you can create anything • The PGA were the ultimate authority, and determined everything, such as the speed of the greens and the height of the grass • The attention to detail was outstanding: everything was almost too perfect • The amazing transition of the golf course, from being totally pristine before the tournament started, to being an absolute wreck afterwards • How specialised the golf staff are at Quail Hollow, compared to kiwi greenkeepers, who have a wider range of skills, because they carry out many more tasks, with much less staff • He appreciated how lucky we are with

our climate and growing conditions. At Quail Hollow they have a winter grass and a summer grass, that can withstand the heat. Between seasons they oversow with new grass to match the temperatures. Finally, Nathan commented on how it enthused him, and he would love to help out at a major, which would be a level up. He loved seeing, printed in the Wells Fargo brochure, under the list of clubs represented “ Omokoroa Golf Club, BOP, New Zealand”, just above the Pinehurst Club. He recommends the experience to all other Kiwi greenkeepers, and said it is just a matter of contacting the tournaments overseas, and then doing it. The hospitality of the people of North Carolina made it a wonderful experience. He would also like to acknowledge the help he received from the Omokoroa Club, and the members.

54 HOLE AT KAWERAU

Kawerau Golf Club had 118 players in their annual 54 Hole field played recently. About 30 were on 5 h’cap or better. Included in the field was the current Maori golf champion Rob Simmons. Two players who are on golf scholarships in the USA, Shaun Campbell and Henry Spring, members of the Poverty bay representative team, also a few players who were playing off plus handicaps, and also a couple of junior golfers who play off scratch. Players travelled from as far away as Tolaga Bay, Te Puia Springs, Foxton, Pukekohe, Muriwai, Maramarua, Turangi, Tokoroa, Tauranga, Omanu, Omokoroa, Rotorua, Lakeview as well as Eastern Bay clubs. The tournament was played over two days with 27 holes per day. Weather was great for Saturday and the rain held off for most of Sunday with only the last few groups getting rained on. There is a huge amount of fun and enjoyment over this weekend with most people playing in the right spirit. It is fantastic to see so many people on our course and in the clubhouse with a lot of people staying for prize-giving and then staying on afterwards for the annual Karaoke that is sometimes hilarious and occasionally impressive. Huge thanks to all the volunteers and helpers who work so tirelessly to make our course the awesome course it is and make our club the club it is. Without all of their hard work this tournament would

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and to all of the people who helped to get the course in such great condition, to the starters and the card processors, and of course the bar staff. All of this is done voluntarily and is a credit to our club Big thanks to all of our generous sponsors for all of the awesome prizes. 118 players in the field and we gave out over 80 prizes as well as quite a few novelty prizes. Well over $10,000 worth of prizes in total. All in all it was a fantastic weekend and a fantastic tournament with most players stating that they will be back again next year KAWERAU 54 HOLE RESULTS Senior Nett winner – Hyosup Bae Stableford winner – Aaron Rangihika Gross winner – Henry Spring Intermediate Nett winner – Flash Rowlands Stableford winner – Tom Ratima Gross winner – Lionel Bellas Junior Nett Winner – Gary Mataia Stableford winner – David Peehikuru Gross winner – Richie Anderson Senior nett R / up – Houston Te Puni stableford r / up – Dovovan Wensor Gross r / up – Shaun Campbell Intermediate nett r / up – Tiwai Dowie Stableford r / up – Lewis Gardiner Gross r / up – Lucky Karekare Junior Nett r / up – Kerry Flay stableford r / up – Greg Osborne Gross r / up – Chris Hiwarau Warren Ruri Memorial Trophy winner –

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Inglewood 2 From Left to Right: Richard Barlow, Matt Soffe, Paul Spurdle, Andrew Castles, Trevor Schrider & Shaun Gower. Senior Men’s Pennant 2018 Winners New Plymouth White Senior Men’s Pennant 2018 Winners New Plymouth White New Plymouth White from Left to Right: Brook Gray, Andrew Searle, Mark Kennard & Zach Lewis

MANAWATU WANGANUI HMC HOROWHENUA OPEN

Feilding’s Tony Chettleburgh once again showed his experience and consistency at Levin last month in winning the 2018 HMC Horowhenua Open on Sunday. However he did it the hard way, winning on the second playoff hole against young Tyler Wood from the Ngahinepouri Golf Club, Waikato. Chettleburgh also won the title in 2017 in a playoff, after a very wet course reduced that event to 18 holes, and in 2016 on countback after extreme weather also reduced that event to 18 holes. For Chettleburgh it would have been very satisfying to win over the 36 hole format. Chettleburgh shot the lowest men’s round of the day, a 71 in the morning round, followed by 76 in the afternoon. Chettleburgh has been a long term player in the Manawatu Wanganui Masters teams, and is one of the best and most consistent players in the over 50’s category in NZ. We understand that he will eligible for the over 55 NZ seniors team from 2019, and will surely be considered very hard for that team to play against Australia in the annual fixture. His match play record at Masters Interprovincial level is very impressive, and would probably perform well at Toro level if he made himself available for that team. Although not a long hitter, Chettleburgh is very accurate, and a very determined and gritty competitor, whom many golfers could learn a lot from.

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off match against Marton at Feilding Golf Club played last month , Going into the match the two sides looked reasonably closely matched, however Foxton had the advantage of playing the A grade format during the year which includes foursomes. Perhaps it was that experience which led to them being 4 to 0 up after those morning matches. That made it a very tough assignment for Marton in the afternoon singles, and eventually Foxton prevailed by a 9.5 to 2.5 winning margin.

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Everglades Country Golf Club celebrated 50 years of golfing this May. In May 1968 the club received a telegram from New Zealand Golf stating it had become an affiliated club. On May 4th 5th and 6th 2018 the members celebrated this milestone by attending a weekend of golfing and social events. A 100 members and ex members attended including ex green keepers and golfers from the 80s. As part of the celebrations a book was produced outlining the development and history of the course since its inception in 1968 by Tom O’Brien who turned his farm into the golf course. During the weekend acknowledgement

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was also made to the two Junior members who have achieved considerable golfing success this year both in New Zealand and overseas. It is a remarkable achievement for a small golf club such as Everglades, a club which welcomes new members and green fee players.

2018 CANTERBURY GOLF ANNUAL AWARDS DINNER

160 people attended the 2018 Canterbury Golf Awards Dinner held at Russley Golf Club last month and enjoyed an evening of awards, fun, and a thought provoking presentation from guest speaker Melodie Robinson. Robinson spoke of her upbringing through a diverse group of parentage, and her struggle to progress through a male dominated media and sports broadcasting industry. Her initiative to promote women in media was inspiring. As well as the awards, the evening proceed in slick fashion spiced up with humour from the consumate professional Phil McGoldrick as MC. There were giveways and spot prizes, and plenty of time to catch up with old friends and acquaintances. It was great to have Sir Bob Charles, NZ Golf CEO Dean Murphy, Sport Canterbury CEO Julyan Falloon, and several Canterbury sponsors along to enjoy the celebration with club members. The Canterbury Tasman Turf Managers Association attended for the first time and presented two awards for Best Presented Golf Course (Waimairi), and Contribution to the Turf Industry (Colin Posa). A couple of our top golfers who won awards were not in attendance due to playing commitments overseas. However pre-recorded interviews filled the void and their parents were there to pick up the awards. The list of award winners were: Golf Warehouse Women’s Golfer of the Year - Juliana Hung (Russley) Golf Warehouse Men’s Golfer of the Year - Tom Parker (Christchurch) Vardon Trophy (sponsored by Golf Warehouse) - Matt McLean (Harewood) Liz Douglas Trophy (sponsored by Golf Warehouse) - Juliana Hung (Russley) Riccarton Park Golf Complex Junior Women’s Golfer of the Year - Juliana Hung (Russley) Riccarton Park Golf Complex Junior Men’s Golfer of the Year - Hiroki Miya (Russley) Trevinos Administrator of the Year - Nev-

ille Bamford (Harewood) Trevinos Volunteer of the Year - Pip Deans (Hororata) Fenix Golf Ambassador of the Year - Olive Tapu (Christchurch) Eagles Most Promising Junior Girl - Amy Weng (Russley) Eagles Most Promising Junior Boy - Hayato Miya (Russley) Distinguished Service Award - Ken McFarlane (Rangiora) Service Award - Lyn Robertson (Amberley) Service Award - Jill Jenkins (Waimakariri Gorge) Service Award - Tom Parker (Christchurch)

CORINGA DOMINANT IN MEN’S CHAMPION OF CHAMPIONS

The Canterbury Men’s Champion of Champions Tournament was played at Templeton Golf Club last month in cool overcast conditions and the course in great condition considering the week’s damp weather.

Coringa’s team of from left John Rademakers (Snr), Paul Snape (Jnr) and Thomas Tihore (Int) were dominant in the Team Gross Stableford Competition winning by 11 points with a combined total of 85 points from Christchurch’s Russell Fildes, Warren Jones and David Morrison on 76 points and Avondale’s Hayden Burns, Chris Parata and Brian Mackay third on 74 points. The Coringa team also won the Team Net Stableford competition with 108 points on a countback from both Weedon’s Bryden Grant, Karl Lineton, David Butts and the Avondale team. In the Senior Individual Gross Stableford Competition Jason Sincock, Amuri won with 35 points and Simon Horler, Waimakariri Gorge won the Senior Individual Net Stableford with 39 points. A couple of other individual highlights on the day were both Rob Berry (Akaroa) and Paul Snape (Coringa) achieving a hole in one.

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CENTRAL CANTERBURY WIN MATCH AGAINST BULLER WESTLAND

The annual home and away fixture between Central Canterbury and Buller Westland was played last month at the Ellesmere Golf Club. Central Canterbury took not only the overall win but also won each of the divisions which included seniors, masters, intermediate and women. Senior - Central Canterbury won 4.5-3.5 Masters - Central Canterbury won 7-1 Intermediate - Central Canterbury won 5.5-2.5 Women - Central Canterbury won 5-3

CANTERBURY CENTRAL BROWNIE & PATTERSON CUP CHAMPION

The final round of Brownie Cup was held at Greendale Golf Club last month in mild, calm conditions and the course in great order with Lincoln’s Richard Weaver, Graham Allan, Wayne Gugich, Darryl Joyce, Gary Shirley and Hannes Coetzee winning the 7 round competition by two points from Ellesmere and Tai Tapu. The Barkle Cup for most individual wins in Brownie Cup was won jointly by Darryl Joyce (Lincoln) and James Cochrane (Ellesmere). The Patterson Cup Final was also played on Sunday between Weedons Red and Kaituna at Weedons Country Club with the course also in great condition. The Weedons team, from left Chris Hay, Mike Methven, Dave Butts, Terry Sullivan, Richard Poulsen, Steve McDonald, Damien Peters and Dave Stubbs pictured with John Reid, Weedons President defeated Kaituna’s Wayne Newton, Chris Turner, Mark Neal, Gerard Neal, Chris Robertson, Mark Walker, Bob Cole and Richard Hawkins 6.5 – 1.5 The Keith Vogan Trophy for most individual wins by a Peninsula player was won by Rob Phillips (Charteris Bay) and the Trevor Evans Cup for most individual wins by a Selwyn player was won jointly by Clayton Hogg (Burnham), Simon Jeffs (Greendale), Gavin Thomas (Hororata) and Scott Saunders (Lincoln). The Annual Patterson Cup Invitational

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match between Selwyn and Peninsula selected teams for the Morgan Kennedy Peninsular Trophy was won by the Selwyn team of, from left Aaron Tallot (Burnham), Ross Pamment (Lincoln), Simon Jeffs (Greendale), Kerry Williams (Hororata), George Williams (Ellesmere), Darryl Moore (Lincoln), Geoff Wylie (Ellesmere) and Dave Kirton (Burnham) defeating Peninsula’s Gary Marshall, Rob Phillips, Will Tutton, Bruce Farmer, Guy Noble, John Bickley, Warren Sheddan and Ric Hyden 5.5 – 2.5

RUSSLEY BLUE WIN JUNIOR INTERCLUB FINAL IN SUDDEN DEATH PLAY-OFF

The final round of Junior Interclub was held at Templeton Golf Club on Sunday 10 June. With good weather for this time of year, the two teams in the finals were Russley Blue and Lincoln. The games were hard fought ending in a draw, which was then taken to a sudden death play-off. Seb May played for Russley and Taylor Holland played for Lincoln. Seb May holed a 20 foot putt on the first play-off hole to secure the title for Russley Blue. A good day was had by all and we would like to extend our thanks to all the managers and supporters that were there for the Juniors. Russley Blue’s very happy winning team

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consisted of Seb May, Yash Naicker, Yuki Miya and Cooper Moore.

OTAGO SOUTHLAND WANAKA ANNUAL 6 DAY TOURNAMENT

The Wanaka Annual 6 dayTournament has been running since 1936, it has a lot of history. Over 600 players over 6 days play, this has become one of the most popular Tournaments in New Zealand, with waiting lists for over 180 entries on some days (particularly the womens fields). Originally it was in the September School Holidays so that people could come and stay in their holiday homes and bring friends to play a week of golf. Men would play at Cromwell Monday, Tarras Tuesday + Wednesday then play Wanaka Thurs - Saturday. Ladies would play Wanaka Mon - Wed. School children were paid a small fee to caddy. With the advent of ski fields in the Wanaka area, children could ski with a parent while the other parent played golf. Nowadays the Tournament is not during school holidays, but this has boosted the numbers playing as there is more accommodation available in the town outside of holiday times and players are not tied up with looking after children. For many years Judy Muir (current Life Member) ran the event with Tim Henderson (then Club Manager). Judy and Tim introduced rolling starts so that 200 players could fit on the course in one day. Since 2001 Liz McRae has been the convener of this large event. Liz has built the reputation of the tournament from strength to strength, acquiring many high profile sponsors. Currently ANZ Private have been the major sponsor for the past 5 years. Liz was born with golf in her veins. Her mother Molly Purvis played for Otago and father Ian Purvis was an Eagle. Her grandfather, Stuart Jenkins started the Tarras Golf Club with the Gibson and Annan families. Liz’s family provided FOC the land for use of 4 holes. It was only apt that Liz would become a great player and

organiser of golf. Liz has represented Otago at all levels, playing over 100 games for Otago. Represented Masters, Interprovincial, Otago, Otago Country, Central Otago. Liz has been a selector, is on the Board of Golf Otago, President of the Central Otago Association, She has been through all of the Wanaka committee roles of Club Captain, Course & Development, Board Director (is still on the Board since it’s conception!) Liz has been club champ 24 times, currently is President of the Club and has been running the Wanaka Annual September Tournament for the last 17 years. Liz was nominated for Life Member at Wanaka in 2015 at the young age of 51. Liz’s involvement over the years at Wanaka has helped the club grow to be in the enviable financial position, with over 1000 members currently, one of the largest clubs in New Zealand. Liz’s organisation of the Annual Wanaka Tournament has been hugely successful with the introduction of vouchers as prizes. Over $20,000 goes back into the local community with prize vouchers being redeemable at the sponsors businesses. If golfers wish to play or sponsors wish to be involved with this tournament, please email Kim Badger at Manager@ wanakagolf.co.nz for more info.

Pictured are Barbara Murphy of ANZ Private and Liz McRae (right).

STYLEMASTER TOURNAMENT

The Stylemaster Tournament was played on last month at Geraldine Golf Club in sunny conditions. Winning team Tokarahi on 149: Margaret Hore, Carolynn Rowlands, Sandra Gibson and Raelene Sutherland Runners up Pleasant Point on 152: Julie

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Allen, Rosa Westgarth, Ali Barrett, Heather McKerchar Methven Jug (best nett not in winning team) 74 Jane Helmore and Heather Santy of Methven Twos: Lois Beattie/Jacqui Fisher (St Andrews) Otago Golf Club played last month. Mid Winter Cup Winners with 39 points Dan Gin and Mary McHugh. — with Dan Gin and Mary McHug.

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Otago Golf Club played last month. Intermediate Champion Dylan Stock, Senior Champion Brandon Hodgson, Junior B Champion Warren Paterson and Junior Champion Graeme Sykes absent. Looking very sharp in your jerseys. Enjoy! — with Dylan Stock, Brandon Hodgson and Warren Paterson.

Results from the 9 hole Ambrose tournament played prior to the Golf Southland AGM at Riversdale on Sunday 17th June 1st Riverton; Denise Ericson, Simon Fraser, Anne Kincaid 27 points 2nd Wyndham; Glen Sutherland, Norma Mitchell, Allan Maxwell 24 points 3rd Greenacres; Lenore Harvey, Bill Harvey, Laim Balneaves 23 points.

GILMOUR ROSEBOWL REMAINS AT GREENACARES

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Fiordland Classic Te Anau

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Country Day-SBS Invercargill

26-Aug

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Southland Foursomes

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