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Autumn/Winter 2011 Issue 15

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From the publisher Welcome to the Autumn/Winter issue of Womens GOLF Australia. Congratulations to Yani Tseng for her Tseng-sational Victory at the Handa Womens Open and the ANZ Ladies Masters. I attended both events and the golf was spectacular. Karen Harding and Bruce Young bring you the Tournament roundups starting on page 7. A big thanks to Golf Australia for their hospitality in Melbourne this year. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the people affected by the devastating floods, cyclones, earthquakes and tsunamis both in Australia and overseas. Following these floods which left a trail of destruction in Queensland, the Golf Industry will rally around to support those affected via the Golf Industry Flood Disaster Relief Fund. The fund will be co-ordinated by Golf Australia and has been set up in conjunction with and through the support of a range of industry bodies including Golf Queensland, the PGA of Australia, Australian Ladies Professional Golf (ALPG), Australian Golf Course Superintendents Association, Golf Management Australia, Australian Sporting Goods Association and the Society of Australian Golf Course Architects. To ensure that contributions made to the Golf Industry Flood Disaster Relief Fund effort are identified and acknowledged, it is requested that donations be directly deposited via the Golf Industry Flood Disaster Relief Fund: BSB 083 155, Account No. 188884628 or forwarded to Golf Australia (Level 3, 95 Coventry St, South Melbourne VIC 3205). For a fabulous Queensland holiday visit the Gold Coast and stay and play at the many courses the Gold Coast has to offer. If you visit in May, you can attend the Prime Ministers Cup held at the Gold Coast Turf Club on Saturday the 7th May (www. goldcoastturf.com.au) and then stay for the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show from the 19th–22nd May. You can play the new Palms Sanctuary Cove Course designed by renowned architect Ross Watson. On pages 62–67 see the fabulous fashion we have for you and your friends and family. Just about all of the clothing on these pages can be also worn as weekend or leisure wear and with Mothers’ Day upon us and Fathers’ Day coming up in

September, finding a gift is easy. For those rainy days we also have a fantastic array of golf umbrellas in all patterns and colours from Clifton Australia. If you are looking for something to give to someone who is hard to buy for – give them a dressy golf club cover, visit www. highteeladies.com.au. They sent me a white fluffy Shi Tzu dog cover that is simply gorgeous. Netherby Row also has a fantastic range of gifts, call (03) 5368 9866. For your family or friends who are thoroughbred racing fans, why not take advantage of the Special Offer for the next five issues of Women in RACING Magazine for just $22.50 (AU) including postage. The subscription details are on page 53, or give a subscription to Womens GOLF Australia Magazine and go into the draw to win two nights accommodation, breakfast, golf and massages for four people at the Sea Temple Resort and Spa Port Douglas. For details see page 83. Once again it just goes to show, you are never too young to play golf! My niece Michaela who is eight has just received her first golf outfit from Golfkid, see page 63. It is hard to find an affordable well-made clothing range for children but Golfkid have some great gear. Selena Bosevski, a 7 year old from the Illawarra Region (South Coast of NSW) is pictured left. This young little talent has already set her sights and ambitions on being a professional golfer. Her love of the game and general sports is second to none and, according to her Dad, her natural persona and zest for sport and life is a breath of fresh air. In a recent 9-hole competition tournament at a Par-3 hole, Selena finished nearest the pin. With that talent and ability at such a young age, we look forward with interest to her progression over the coming years. Don’t forget to mention to all our advertisers that you saw their products in Womens GOLF Australia Magazine, the only national glossy magazine dedicated to you – the Woman Golfer. Great golfing.

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YANI’S TSENG-SATIONAL AUSSIE DOUBLE GOLFING HOLIDAYS ON THE GOLD COAST

Yani Tseng is currently ranked number one in the world of women’s golf, following a sensational three successive wins at the start of the 2011 season.

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Content s Golfing Holidays Have a golfing holiday on the Gold Coast...............................29 Play The Palms and stay at the Hyatt Regency..........................34

Feature Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show acknowledges women on water..........36

Women-friendly courses Play at the many women-friendly golf courses...............38

In the News

Yani Tseng

Ann Wilson elected to Life Membership of ALPG...................45

Club Car Series

Tips & Training Ask Jenny…......................................48

Golfing Destinations Stay and play at Sea Temple Resort and Spa Port Douglas..............46

“Letting go” to get results...................51 Do you struggle in bunkers?...............52

Letters to the Editor..............................4

Cover Story On top of the world down under...........7 Yani – Playing up a storm.....................8 Commonwealth comes clean..............12 Golf giving back ................................13 Yani Tseng … A week to remember....14

Feature Kristie keeps her cool in Kiwi Open.....20 Players to watch in 2011....................21

Tips & Training Annie’s Hot Tips for the practice range.........................24

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Golfing Destinations

Health

Hot Winter Fashion

Karrie Webb In the News Ashley Ona wins ActewAGL Royal Canberra Ladies Classic............54 Paula Creamer’s pink inspiration........55 LETAS announces 2011 schedule......56 South Pacific Ladies Open Classic......57 Katherine Hull scoops Club Car Series pool...........................58

Product Reviews. .......................... 76 State Golf News Western Australia...............................84 South Australia...................................86 Victoria..............................................88 New South Wales...............................90 Queensland.......................................93

Karrie Webb captures HSBC Champions in Singapore..........59

Book Reviews. ............................... 96

Tees & Tiaras charity golf event...........61

Calendar of events........................ 98

Hot Winter Fashion....................... 62

Beauty......................................... 100

Golfing Destinations Nullarbor Golf Trip – Golf the outback way..........................68 The Pearl Fiji – Paradise.....................70 Playing Golf in South Africa................72 A Jewel for all to enjoy!.......................74

Product Reviews

The “longest golf course in the world”?

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Letters to the Editor

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Supporting the community Dear Cathryn, On behalf of the Tomaree Breast Cancer Support Group Inc. I would like to thank you for your very generous donation of Womens Golf Australia Magazines for our charity golf day held on the 23rd November at the Nelson Bay Golf Club. The event was a great success raising $3,559 and the 168 ladies who played on the day had a wonderful time. They were also thrilled to receive your magazine and I hope will buy future editions of the magazine. Your sponsorship and support is invaluable and help make the day successful. The event has been scheduled for November 2011 and we look forward to another successful day and hope you will continue to support this event and our very worthwhile cause. Yours sincerely, Julia Mayo, Golf Day Co-ordinator

Nice surprise Dear Cathryn, Compliments of the season to you all. Just to let you know that issue no 14 arrived the day before xmas. I was so delighted to receive it as included was the write up and photos from our breast cancer fund raising fun day at Pukekohe. Thanks so much, Elizabeth Montgomerie.

Best Christmas present Dear Cathryn, My sister really really really likes the magazine and reads it every spare moment she gets and she cant wait for the next one to come out! So thank you so much, it was the best Christmas prezzy I could get her! Fiona Steele

Getting “Women into Golf” Dear Cathi, Your edition a couple of years ago featured ex-pat Aussie, Penny Pulz, and her golf Academy in Phoenix, Arizona. It inspired me to make contact with her, as we were together in a Victorian Junior Team once long ago. The up-shot was that last year I organized

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a group of eleven to travel to Arizona, where Penny delivered a fantastic golf school. It was a fantastic week in Phoenix! Penny is a great coach, providing a structured program and coping easily with our varied capabilities. She covered all aspects of the game including her speciality, Flexible Focus, and provided each of us with a video record of our progress at the school. The second pro involved was Missy Bertolotti, who teaches yoga for golf. That was fun and also helped our golf. I run a very small business called Women into Golf here in Victoria. Over fourteen years I have organized lessons and provided playing opportunities for women, mainly those who work. I believe women need a support group to learn golf as it takes months and years to gain the skills and confidence to play with established golfers. Many of my members have gone on to play in corporate days, Masters Games and to join golf clubs. We’ve had a few overseas trips – Scotland, Fiji and last year the USA. Your magazine is very welcome in a still male-dominated world of golf. Thank you for continuing to publish. Regards, Kay Mahlook www.womenintogolf.com.au or 0417 505 700

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ON TOP OF THE WORLD DOWN UNDER

Yani Tseng has climbed to the top of women’s golf with three successive tournaments to start the 2011 season. KAREN HARDING and BRUCE YOUNG review the two Australian legs of her treble, the ISPS Handa Women’s Australian Open and the ANZ RACV Ladies Masters, and find her new status as the game’s leading player is well earned. In a 16 page special review of the Australasian Tour’s summer of golf, we also look at the New Zealand Open and nominate our faces to watch for the rest of the year.

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YANI – PLAYING UP A Yani Tseng stormed to victory in the ISPS Handa Women’s Australian Open for the second year running. Can she go on and make it three? By Karen Harding

Commonwealth Golf Club felt the effects of two cyclones during the 2011 ISPS Handa Women’s Australian Open. The angry tail of Cyclone Yasi moving south from far north Queensland posed a challenge for ground staff and players alike as well as scheduling problems, while Cyclone Yani simply blew the field away. Taiwanese Yani Tseng carded rounds of 70, 67, 68, 71 for a total of 16-under and a seven-shot victory. Since the Open became a 72-hole tournament in 1994, the only lower under-par winning total (-22) was recorded by Karrie Webb in 2000 and larger winning margin (11 shots) by Mhairi McKay in 2003. Perhaps the most significant thing about Tseng’s dominant backto-back win was the impact it had on world rankings, taking her within reach of the coveted number one spot. After her win in 2010 Tseng had expressed her ambition to close the year at the top. She came close, reaching second before finishing the year at five. Few would doubt that when she returns to defend her title in 2012 she will have that world number one next to her name. Can she make it a hat-trick of Opens? Tseng now joins Webb as the only women to win successive titles in this event’s history. But so decisive was her win, and so complete her game in a week when playing conditions changed daily, that the bookies will surely have her at short odds to win three in a row, particularly if the Open returns to Commonwealth. Webb herself concedes that now Tseng has learned to win, she is a tough opponent. And tough she certainly was. Where her 2010 title followed a final round birdie blitz, this year’s win resulted from solid play and mental focus all week, basically shutting her opponents out after she grabbed the lead on the second day. The expected – and much-anticipated – shootout between Tseng and world number one Jiyai Shin did not eventuate and though each day brought a good round from someone, no other contenders emerged from the pack to pressure the defending champion. A quick look at Tseng’s numbers for the week reveal the demolition job she did on the rest of the field. Carding just two bogeys for the tournament, Tseng hit 65 of 72 greens in regulation, an astonishing 90% strike rate. Throw in some sound putting – particularly to save par on the occasions she was tested – and the writing was on the wall, or in this case the Patricia Bridges Bowl.

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That the field included ten of the top 20 on the Henderson List (the LET Order of Merit), including top three Lee-Anne Pace from South Africa and the two Englishwomen Laura Davies and Melissa Reid, as well as four of the top 20 ranked players on the Rolex World Rankings made Tseng’s performance even more creditable and her assertion after her victory that she could improve further and had the number one ranking in her sights put her good friend and rival Shin on notice. Shin, hoping to become the first Korean to win the Open, was equal runner-up on nine-under with fellow Korean Eun Hee Ji and Reid. American Jennifer Song, in her rookie season on the LPGA Tour in 2011, finished fifth on five-under while New Zealand’s 13 year old golf prodigy Lydia Ko was impressive in winning the Silver Salver for the leading amateur, finishing in a tie for 12th at three-under. Things started out well enough for Shin who co-led with Song after the first day with an excellent bogey-free six-under 67 and said she felt she played “easy”. But day two changed the face of the tournament. A torrential storm hit Melbourne late Friday afternoon, causing play to be suspended with 58 players, including Shin, still to complete their rounds. Tseng, with the benefit of the earlier tee time, had burned round the course, answering Shin’s first round with a bogey-free 67 of her own. While Shin et al fronted up at dawn on Saturday morning for an initially scheduled 7.30am start – which became 10.30am after ground staff put the course back in playing order (see breakout) – Tseng was able to relax and prepare comfortably for the afternoon start to round three. By the time play ended in the early evening, it had been a long day for those 58. Whether this subsequently affected Shin is not clear – she made no excuses – but her game on the final day was not her own. Making uncharacteristic mistakes and even occasionally showing frustration, she went round in 75 against Tseng’s 71. Tseng noted later that “it was not her today. She was struggling with her woods. I have never seen her hit out of the fairway, she is always in the middle.” That said, Shin is not known as The Final Round Queen for no reason and both crowd and Tseng kept expecting her to fire. It was not to be. Time after time, spectators would release a disappointed ’ooh’ as opportunities to take it to the leader evaporated. But in truth, once Tseng birdied the third she was away. Conditions on that last day – a combination of challenging

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c o v e r S t o r y   – 2 0 1 1 Ha n d a W om e n ’ s A u s t r alia n O p e n pin placements and a strong southerly wind – made low scoring unlikely. The tournament was Tseng’s to win or lose. Her only blemish was to three-putt the 13th, trying to make eagle, and when Shin birdied it, the door in some hopeful minds was slightly ajar. Tseng quickly slammed shut it again, however, with a brilliant 8-iron approach to less than a metre at the next. From there she had the luxury of just parring in to seal the deal. There was also the opportunity to prepare her victory speech as she made her triumphant walk up the 18th fairway. For Shin, two runner-up finishes in as many starts. In 2008, aged 19, she figured in a stirring playoff at Kingston Heath with her hero Karrie Webb before Webb prevailed. But Shin enjoyed the experience, loved Australia, and said on her arrival this year that she was happy and excited to be back. Let’s all hope she returns in 2012, and not just for rivalries to be renewed. Both she and Tseng have endeared themselves to Aussie crowds through their outstanding golf and impeccable demeanour on and off the course. Both are excellent ambassadors for the game and role models to the many youngsters in the final day crowd. Eun Hee Ji, the 2009 U.S. Open champion, is another to follow. While reconstructing her swing throughout last year with new coach Ian Triggs – coach of Webb and several others in the field – she had a dismal year result-wise, other than making 18 of 22 cuts, and blew out from a lowest world ranking of 11 to 72. Ji spent the month prior to the Open practising in Queensland under Triggs’ watchful eye. She has now added length and accuracy to her excellent short game and with a tie for second in this event looks to be back on track. Reid’s tournament was nothing if not a wild ride. She topped the most birdies list with 23, five more than winner Tseng, and her putting average at 1.66 per hole was superior to Tseng at 1.76. But her undoing was the 14 shots she lost to par, including the incredible two double bogeys and a triple she incurred at the one hole, the 16th. Those seven shots alone account for the difference between her and Tseng. However in the final round she managed the low round of the day – 68 – one of just two players to break 70, fellow Brit Karen Stupples being the other. More significantly for her, she birdied the last three holes, starting with the 16th.

“I just stay focussed on my swing or just

“It’s not my favourite hole”, she said of it. “I was going to get a big load of dynamite and blow it up but I decided against it. To birdie it was massive. Before those last three holes, my caddie Lee said, ‘Right, we’re having these three’, so it was nice to finish with three birdies.”

play one shot at a time and I know I can win. It makes a lot of difference.”

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Reid has now finished third in 2008 and 2009 and second this year in her last four appearances. She is one exciting player.

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Of the Aussies, Webb and Katherine Hull finished in a tie with Cindy LaCrosse (USA) for seventh on five-under while Nikki Campbell, at four-under, tied with Stupples for tenth. Webb was gallant as always but looked a little underdone after two months off and conceded that her mind had been on the cyclone in the area of her hometown in Ayr, North Queensland. Her final round 70 was the third best round of the day. Hull

C ommo n w e al t h G olf C l u b struggled with her game and temper over the first two days, several times taking her hands off the club in follow through, then posted a brilliant 67 on Saturday to give the locals a glimmer of hope for a challenge before fading on Sunday. Campbell, who is largely under the radar because she mainly plays in Japan, is a consistent player on that tour and showed it here for the first three days. She, too, struggled on Sunday. Having risen from number five to two on world rankings in the week after the Open, Tseng nominated her goals for 2011 as reaching number one and winning the U.S. Open which, if she can pull it off, would give her, at just 22 years of age, a career Grand Slam. And who’s to say she can’t? In 2010 she went on from her Handa Women’s Australian Open victory to claim two majors, the Kraft Nabisco Championship and the RICOH Women’s British Open, to go with her 2008 McDonalds LPGA Championship. Ominously, she now believes both her game and mindset are stronger. “I just feel much more confident and relaxed. For a while I was thinking too much, I was trying to win, but now I know I don’t need to. I just stay focussed on my swing or just play one shot at a time and I know I can win. It makes a lot of difference”, she said. “It has always been my goal to be number one and I think I’m getting closer. I’m going to do my best and keep working hard.”

The Open comes of age By Karen Harding

Since its inception in 1974 the Women’s Australian Open has had a number of names, a couple of formats and an enviable honour roll of champions. Under the support of current sponsor – and patron of Golf Australia – Dr Haruhisa Handa, the Open became the Handa Women’s Australian Open before being known this year as the ISPS Handa Women’s Australian Open. ISPS is the International Sports Promotion Society, Dr Handa’s not-for-profit organisation which funds the event. His Australian representative Wayne Smith said Dr Handa, a philanthropist who supports causes around the globe, lent his name to the tournament because he wished the golfing public to know that it was not just a company giving money away. “He wants people to realise that there is a human aspect to it which is very important.” Golf Australia CEO Stephen Pitt said Dr Handa’s involvement had been fundamental in the growth of the event. “What he has really helped us do is to run the event at a much higher standard. We’ve been able to increase prizemoney and that certainly helps in terms of attracting players and also helps build the event commercially.” Prizemoney for the last two Opens has been $600,000 with the winner pocketing $90,000. The increasing depth of the field for the Open was no more evident than at this year’s event. In 2004 at Concord, the score to make weekend play was +10. This year it was +3.

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Winner Yani Tseng, world number number five going into the tournament, emerged in the following week’s world rankings at number two behind equal runner-up Jiyai Shinn. Add two others in the top 20 in the world – Aussies Karrie Webb and Katherine Hull – plus the top three of the Ladies European Tour – Lee-Anne Pace, Laura Davies and Melissa Reid – and the talent on display at Commonwealth was tremendous. Pitt said the event still has potential left. “I think it’s become an event that a lot of players want to play. A lot of the American players, according to Karrie Webb, have talked to her about it. It’s a great field already but we’d love to see that field getting stronger and stronger. That would have a very positive impact on the event in all areas – marketability, crowds, TV ratings, corporate support.” Since 2008 the Open has been on the Melbourne sandbelt, firstly at Kingston Heath then Metropolitan and, for the last two years, at Commonwealth. Although it has already been announced that the 2013 Open will be in Canberra to coincide with that city’s centenary celebrations, there was still no word at the time of writing which city and club would host the 2012 event. “From our point of view, we’d like to finalise it as soon as possible and we’re working with the key bodies to try to get a speedy outcome. We’d like it to remain in Melbourne on the sandbelt and the sandbelt clubs have supported it tremendously but I guess we have to wait and see what transpires,” said Pitt. A number of clubs have been mooted to be interested in hosting the event, including Commonwealth, described by Pitt as a “great fit”. No doubt if Yani Tseng had her say, it would be there again. www.womensgolfaustralia.com

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Commonwealth comes clean

By Karen Harding

As heavy rain pelted down on Commonwealth Golf Club during the wee small hours of Saturday morning after round two had been suspended due to lightning, General Manager Peter Parkes’ gut instinct was that the tournament would be shortened to 54 holes. But by 6am Saturday an action plan was created in conjunction with Tournament Director Trevor Herden. With the worst of the damage to the bunkers, most of which were completely full after a little over five inches of rain, all energies were directed there. 30 men manned eight commercial pumps – and a lot of rakes – with the task of ensuring not only that play resumed at 10.30am but that every bunker had a dropping area. Under Rule 25, covering Abnormal Ground Conditions, if players were unable to find relief for their ball within the bunker their only option would be to take relief outside the bunker – but at the cost of a one stroke penalty. “Trevor said it’s impossible to drain every bunker in that short amount of time but we could drain them enough so that a player would be able to at least still take a drop in the bunker. So that was our goal and it worked out perfectly,” said Parkes. The eight pumps – four of which were obtained at short notice through one of the Board members – took the bulk of the water out very quickly with the last inch or so being removed manually. Fortunately the storm did not also cause much wind-related debris and the greens required virtually no attention, enabling the focus to be on the bunkers and negating any need to call on fellow sandbelt clubs for assistance, though Parkes said that nearly every one of those clubs made contact to offer whatever was needed.

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Once the 58 players still finishing their second round were through, ground staff were able to follow them and continue doing more work. “So by the time they teed it up for the third round on Saturday afternoon, the whole place had been tidied, the greens, fairways and tees had been cut, the bunkers had been drained in totality and we were ready to go,” said Parkes. Herden’s experience also saw him veto the idea to rake the bunker faces on Sunday morning, though ground staff were keen to improve their eroded crevices and crusty appearance. “He knew where we were coming from but said we would probably do more harm than good because the players would get plugged balls, so he said just let them look natural and at least every ball that hits them will roll down to the base of the bunker, and he was right. We didn’t have a plugged ball on Sunday, I don’t think,” said Parkes. Parkes also paid considerable credit to his ground staff. Having put in six to eight weeks solid prior to the tournament to present the course in pristine condition for day one and working the inconvenience of split shifts throughout tournament week, they rallied without hesitation to restore it so the tournament could be completed. On that Saturday morning, once his initial misgivings had been mollified, Parkes suggested to the doomsayers who called the storm a disaster for the club and the tournament that if a rescue could be pulled off, it would instead be Commonwealth’s shining hour. And so it was. “It’s amazing what a bit of manpower and a good sandbelt golf course will do. When I left here Saturday night thinking we didn’t just finish round two, we also finished round three, I think we were all pretty chuffed.”

Golf giving back By Karen Harding

FIONA PIKE SKIN CANCER AWARENESS CAMPAIGN The official charity of the ISPS Handa Women’s Australian Open and of the ALPG, The Fiona Pike Skin Cancer Awareness Program has announced that Karrie Webb, a playing contemporary of Pike’s, has agreed to be the campaign’s official ambassador. Webb has been a longtime supporter of the campaign, each year donating a signed golf bag to be raffled at the Open and doing autograph sessions at the campaign’s marquee. This year she was joined by world number one Jiyai Shin and New Zealand’s 13 year old promising amateur Lydia Ko at the annual Breakfast with the Stars, held on day two of the tournament. Nett proceeds from this function are directed to the campaign and this year was again a sellout. Taking questions from the floor, Webb was asked about her friendship with Pike during their playing days and became emotional when responding. Members of Fiona’s Committee, the group of family and friends that banded together to continue Pike’s campaign following her passing in March 2009 from melanoma, made a small presentation to Webb at the tournament’s conclusion in recognition of her support. Both Yani Tseng and Jiyai Shin, winner and equal runner-up, wore campaign badges during the Open as did a number of other players including Stephanie Na from Pike’s home state of South Australia. Na was a member of the victorious SA team in the 2006 Gladys Hay Memorial interstate series coached by Pike. Pike took over as coach three years prior and laid the foundation for a famous win, the first by SA in 70 years. www.sunsmart.org.au/fionapike Donations can be made to: The Fiona Pike Campaign, Cancer Council SA Replay Paid 929, Unley BC SA 5061 Enquiries re golf days or other information can be made to: FPSCAC, P O Box 506, Mitcham SA 5062 TSENG AND SHIN LEAD THE WAY IN DONATIONS Both Yani Yseng and JIyai Shin announced after the presentation ceremony that they would be making sizeable donations to appeals to assist flood victims in Queensland, NSW and Victoria. Many other international players were also moved by the plight of people in these stricken areas and indicated they would also be contributing to flood relief funds. ALPG BIRDIES FOR CHARITY At this year’s Open the ALPG revived a charity initiative it previously organised for the 2009 championship at Metropolitan, that year in aid of Victorian bushfire victims. Called Birdies for Charity, players who make the weekend cut are asked to contribute either $5 per birdie or a make a donation of their

own choosing, 100% of all monies raised going to the nominated charity. For the 2011 Open that was the Fiona Pike Skin Cancer Awareness Program. According to ALPG Media Co-ordinator Sandy Lonergan, players have been extremely generous in their response to the initiative. DRUMMONDS GOLF CHARITY HOLE One of the official partners of Golf Australia and sponsors of the ISPS Handa Women’s Australian Open, Drummonds Golf reinforced its commitment to charity with its Drummonds Birdie Hole at Commonwealth. Operating over all four days of the tournament, the 16th hole proved to be no gimme, rated the fourth hardest hole for the week. Nonetheless 48 birdies were achieved, resulting in a sum of $4800 being directed jointly to the Fiona Pike Skin Cancer Awareness Program and the Golf Industry Flood Relief Fund. Drummonds Golf also champions the fight against prostate cancer with its support of the men’s Open as well as supporting both the National Stroke Foundation and the Ardoch Youth Foundation, a not for profit organisation aiming to make education a reality for all young people. Drummonds is also a major backer of Golf Australia’s MYGolf junior development program. However Drummonds’ main beneficiary is the Make-A-Wish Foundation, which grants the wishes of children with life-threatening illnesses. Marketing Director Ravi Abeyaratne said, “The Board believes in putting something back into the community. Drummonds Golf also takes women’s golf very seriously, that’s why we have invested so much time and energy into the women’s market and into supporting the Open. We see women’s golf as a very important part of the whole golf industry.” GOLF INDUSTRY FLOOD DISASTER RELIEF FUND Following the devastating floods which left a trail of destruction in Queensland, the golf industry announced it would be rallying around those affected via the Golf Industry Flood Disaster Relief Fund. The fund is coordinated by Golf Australia and has been set up in conjunction with and through the support of a range of industry bodies including Golf Queensland, the PGA of Australia, Australian Ladies Professional Golf (ALPG), Australian Golf Course Supers Association, Golf Management Australia, Australian Sporting Goods Association and the Society of Australian Golf Course Architects. To ensure that contributions made to the Golf Industry Flood Disaster Relief Fund effort are identified and acknowledged, donations should be direct deposited via the account details below or forwarded to: Golf Australia Level 3, 95 Coventry St, South Melbourne VIC 3205. Account name: Golf Industry Flood Disaster Relief Fund Bank: National Australia Bank BSB: 083-155. Account Number: 188884628. www.womensgolfaustralia.com

c o v e r S t o r y   – 2 0 1 1 A N Z L a d i e s M a s t e r s

Yani Tseng …

A week to remember It might not have been the result local golf fans had hoped for prior to the event, but for those who attended the 2011 ANZ RACV Ladies Masters at Royal Pines on the Gold Coast it might just be that they now feel blessed to have been there to witness what transpired. By Bruce Young

Taiwan’s Yani Tseng won the 22nd staging of this now iconic event in Australian golf by an emphatic four shots and in the process moved to the top of the Rolex World rankings for the very first time. It is highly likely that those who walked away from the golf course after her victory that February afternoon would have done so feeling that this would be the first week of many that the Tseng would stand atop the female game. Without wishing to draw too long a bow it might just be that Tseng establishes the sort of dominance at the top of the game that was seen from Annika Sorenstam and Lorena Ochoa in recent years. She is that good and now has the platform to build on her already remarkable feats of the last two years. Playing the event for the seventh consecutive occasion, Tseng finally broke through for her first victory on a golf course and in a tournament that means so much to her. Tseng played this event for the first time in 2005 as a 15 year old amateur. She finished 25th that year but the experience gave her the incentive to want to keep coming back and one day win the trophy. “I am very appreciative of being given the opportunity to play this tournament since I was an amateur when I was not as good as now,” said Tseng after her victory and reflecting on what this tournament meant to her development as a player. “The chance to play with all the best golfers over the years has been great. When I first came here I told all my friends I wanted to have my photo with those on Champions Drive.” It would take those seven attempts and going close on several occasions before she finally broke through. When she finally did win however it was an almost sublime victory. Maybe it was harder than she made it look but she appeared to be in cruise control for most of the week and even when challenged briefly on day four she quickly regained control and put a large gap between herself and her challengers. Tseng had been the logical favourite in most people’s eyes to win the title prior to the event. The ease of her successful defence of the Australian Open title at the Commonwealth Golf Club just a few days earlier and that she had been named as the Player of the Year on the LPGA Tour in 2010 after two major titles that season, gave her the right to be the favourite – in Bookies eyes at least.

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Despite this there was a groundswell of support for seven time winner, Karrie Webb and 2009 champion Katherine Hull, both Queenslanders and both seen as Royal Pines specialists. Webb and Hull had tied for 7th at the Australian Women’s Open and when Webb made one of her best starts in the event in many years, it appeared that win number eight was even more likely than was the case leading into the week. Not since 1999 in fact, when she opened with a round of 63, had Webb started the event so well. “It is nice to get off to a good start,” she said soon after her morning round of 66 on day one. “It was a bit of a mixed bag today although I played pretty solidly over the final nine holes and gave myself a lot more opportunities. When I turned at 1 under I told myself I would need a good last nine holes because I will be playing in the afternoon tomorrow and with the wind. “I’m going to do a little practice this afternoon but not kill myself like I have the past couple of days. My swing was better today but there is still some fine tuning that needs to be done.” The statement appeared at the time to be an ominous warning to her fellow competitors. Unfortunately for Webb she recorded a second round of 71, fell well behind the eight ball and although she would play well enough over the weekend the damage had been done. She eventually finished in a share of 9th. The conditions on day one were faultless – especially early – and five of the six players to finish with 66 and lead the opening round were amongst the morning field. The exception was the Italian Diana Luna who played in the breezy conditions of the afternoon. Luna birdied five of her first ten holes and when she hit a nice pitch to the 15th for yet another birdie it appeared she might break the five way deadlock. She was unable to secure the extra birdie but at 6 under she and five others led the way into Friday’s second round. Luna shared the lead with Webb, 44 year old Australian Karen Lunn, Frenchwoman Cassandra Kirkland, Korean Eun Hee Ji and Spaniard Maria Hernandez. They led by one over a large group of seven players including Tseng. Again on day two conditions were conducive to good scoring and good scoring it was. Out early was the 25 year old American

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c o v e r S t o r y   – 2 0 1 1 A N Z L a d i e s M a s t e r s Stacy Lewis and when she birdied her final hole of the day for a round of 65 she had the outright lead. A highly successful collegiate golfer during her time at the University of Arkansas, Lewis has played for much of her golfing life with the back complaint scoliosis which caused curvature of the spine. She wore a brace for 15 hours a day for more than seven years, taking it off only to play golf. She eventually had surgery at the age of 18 when she had a rod and five screws in her back. “It’s definitely much better now than it was before but it is still always going to be there so I have to be more careful than anyone else and deal with it, she said. “I take Monday’s off and try to take it easy when I can.” For much of her later amateur career Lewis was the leading ranked amateur in the US, that career culminating in an outstanding performance at the 2008 Curtis Cup where she played a key role in an emphatic US victory. Lewis’ career as a professional has yet to reach those same heights. “It has been good but I would love to have won more, said Lewis when asked about her success in the paid ranks. “I have learned so much along the way however that I am a much better player now than I was when I turned professional and am overall pretty happy with it.” Later in the week she would display just how good she is despite the hurdles she has had to overcome. As had been the case on day one it would take until late in the day before the early lead was equalled. West Australian, Kristie Smith, arguably the most exciting prospect amongst Australia’s emerging talents, added an afternoon round of 65 to her opening 67 to join Lewis in the lead.

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Smith arrived at Royal Pines indifferent about her game after missing the cut at the Australian Open but time spent with coach Ian Triggs in the lead-up. They have worked on visualization and technique and trying to shape the ball a little more left to right than had been the case. “I had been having a little anxiety the last couple of tournaments and was not expecting to be at the top of the leaderboard and to be honest that is probably why I am there,” she said after her round. “I have been in contention coming into the weekend here before and did not finish it off but I have had a lot of experience since and am swinging it well and stroking it the best I have with the putter so it is a good feeling.” The pair led by one over Tseng who was frustrated by her day. “It felt like a long day for me as I got frustrated as I could not make any putts. All my birdies came on the par fives until the 16th and then I had a give in putt at the last. I don’t know whether it was my stroke or my head but I just couldn’t make a good stroke but I kept patient and hung in there and am proud of myself. “I’m only one shot behind and if I keep aggressive tomorrow then I just need to make a few more balls drop into the hole.” Given that she recorded a round of 66 despite her trials on the greens, Tseng was sending a real message to those around her. That message was reinforced very quickly on day three when Tseng birdied her opening three holes then added a homeward nine of 30 for a round of 63 and it was becoming increasingly clear that the rest of the field was playing for second place. “I feel very excited,” said Tseng after her round. “My putting was

R A C V Ro y al Pi n e s R e s o r t much better than yesterday. I changed something this morning by standing closer to the ball and therefore being more directly over the line. It feels like last week really and tomorrow I am just going to go out and enjoy myself and the crowd.” Tseng led by three heading into the final day over Lewis who had clung to her heels the best she could. “I felt like I got lapped a little bit,” said Lewis after her round referring to her playing partner’s heroics. “She (Tseng) played an amazing round of golf today and you just have to take your hat off and tell her – good job.” Lewis had not given up hope of upsetting the world number one in waiting however. “I was struggling with my swing in the middle of the round and kind of losing some shots left but I think I might have found something on the last hole and that birdie was key,” she said referring to the fact that the birdie kept her within striking distance. “She (Tseng) is playing great but I have played with her a lot and I can hang with her. I don’t see her shooting worse than four or five under tomorrow however so I am going to have to go low if I am to have a chance.”

Lewis’ approach finished 5 feet from the hole and when Tseng missed her birdie putt from longer range the door was open for Lewis to close the gap to just one. She hit a poor putt however and you could almost see the resolve return to Tseng’s body language. She knew she had been given a wake-up call and she was not about to offer up any further opportunities. Tseng hit two beautiful shots to the par five 9th and two putted for birdie and the gap was three. It extended to five when she holed her longest putt of the day (15 feet) for birdie at the 12th and then came the coup de grace. A four iron approach to the 15th set up a ten foot eagle putt which she converted and she would have the luxury of a five shot lead with three holes to play. Ahead on the golf course, Canberra golfer Nikki Campbell was finishing off what had been an excellent day for her in many respects. Campbell plays the Japan Ladies Golf Tour with some success but the former Australian Amateur Champion has never received a lot of recognition in this country.

There was a gap of a further two shots back to 24 year old American Ryann O’Toole but it was hard to imagine anyone seriously challenging Tseng on day four.

Her previous best in this event had been 5th but on tournament Sunday she highlighted just how good a player she has become with a final round of 64 to share second place with Lewis. Surprisingly Campbell had not been aware with what was happening behind on the golf course.

Again it was a hot and calm day on Sunday but although Tseng picked up the almost obligatory birdie at the par five 3rd she began to tread water. At the 8th a crucial moment came in the tournament’s outcome. Courtesy of a dropped shot at the par four 7th Tseng was only two ahead of Lewis playing the par four.

“I didn’t really look at the board to be honest as I didn’t think I had much of a chance at the start of the day,” said Campbell soon after her round. “I wanted to shoot 8 under today and I am just happy to have done that. I have played well for most of the week and things just went well today.”

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“I never expected this would come so soon … I just so much appreciate those who have helped me over the years in getting to this point. It is a dream come true.” Fourth place went to two time Futures Tour winner in 2010 and a great prospect, O’Toole, with Queenslander Sarah Jane Smith, American Amanda Blumenherst, South African Lee-Anne Pace and brilliant New Zealand teenager Cecilia Cho all sharing 5th position. But the honours would lie well and truly with the winner and the newly crowned world number one who was humbled and perhaps a little emotional about what she had achieved. “I never expected this would come so soon,” said Tseng when asked about her elevation to the top of the women’s game. “There are still lots of things to learn and I have to keep working hard and be very patient. My goal now is to stay as number one and still be there at the end of the year. “This is so unreal and I just so much appreciate those who have helped me over the years in getting to this point. It is a dream come true.” The ANZ RACV Ladies Masters has often provided the catalyst for ongoing international success and in 2011 we have more than likely seen yet another example of that. Tseng was already a star when she arrived in Australia but she is an even bigger one now.

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If and when she is next in Australia Tseng’s stocks are likely to have risen even further.

Yani Tseng, (pictured top right with Bob Tuohy) this year’s ANZ Ladies Masters Champion. Top from left: Stacy Lewis, Nikki Campbell Centre from left: Ryann O’Toole, Cecilia Cho, Lee-Anne Pace Above from left: Sarah-Jane Smith, Amanda Blumenherst, Sarah Kemp Right: Eun-Hee Ji

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Yani Tseng (TAI) Stacy Lewis (USA) Nikki Campbell (AUS) Ryann O'Toole (USA) Cecilia Cho Lee-Anne Pace (RSA) Sarah-Jane Smith (AUS) Amanda Blumenherst (USA) Sarah Kemp (AUS) Eun-Hee Ji (KOR) Christina Kim (USA) Karrie Webb (AUS) Belen Mozo (SPA) Ashleigh Simon (RSA) Katherine Hull (AUS)

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F e a t u r e   – N e w Z e ala n d W om e n ’ s O p e n

Kristie keeps her cool in Kiwi Open

Two aims which won’t change are to finish in the top five on the LET money list and to play well in the majors.

The Australasian tour moved to New Zealand for the final of the ‘big three’ tournaments of the summer with an emerging star keeping her head in difficult conditions. At 22, Kristie Smith has already proved herself a golfer for all seasons and conditions. The West Australian was steadfast in a wind-plagued final round to win the Pegasus New Zealand Women’s Open in February. Following her win in the Royal Canberra Classic, shooting nine under par 64 in the final round, and a breakthrough US Duramed Futures Tour victory in the Daytona Beach Invitational last year, Smith is consistently showing the maturity to excel outside of her comfort zone. With three wins in three different countries,she is well ahead of the goals she set for herself, although she quickly revised them in the minutes after her NZ Open triumph. Smith shot 68 in the final round to win by three shots from American Tiffany Joh and Italian Giulia Sergas, who led by four shots at the start of the final round. “I am over the moon,” Smith said after bouncing off the final green. “My goal this year was to win on the LET Tour and it’s nice to do it early. I think I will have to reassess my goals.”

The daughter of veteran pro golfer Wayne Smith, she managed the difficult conditions better than anyone else in the final groups. She had started the last day at eight-under, five strokes behind and one group ahead of Sergas, a 31-year-old bidding to go wireto-wire and win her maiden career title in her 11th year as a professional. On a day when par was a good score and bogeys and worse were more common than birdies, Smith set up her win with birdies on the 4th, 7th, 8th and 11th holes to take a four shot lead. She had a bogey at the 15th but another birdie at the 18th left her three shots clear. “To see I had a two-shot lead at the turn was pretty cool. I knew I had to play smart on the second nine and if I did that I would have a good chance coming down the 18th.” Smith never faltered, smashing an eight iron 150m to just short of the green before hitting the flag with her chip to be left with a tap-in birdie. Sergas will probably view the Open as the one that got away. With two holes to go on the Saturday she led by eight shots, but bogeyed the 17th and 18th and was penalised a further shot for slow play. Even worse was to come early on the final day when she bogeyed the 1st and 2nd and took a triple bogey seven on the 4th after twice finding water. Under the circumstances she showed grit to hang in for equal second with a birdie on the last hole. New Zealand’s wunderkind Lydia Ko shot a one-under par in the final round to finish in a share of fourth at seven-under par. It was an outstanding effort by the 13-year-old who had nine pars on the tough homeward nine. She retained the Bessie FullertonSmith Memorial as the top New Zealand amateur for the second successive year.

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Leading scores after the fourth and final round of the New Zealand Women’s Open golf tournament at Christchurch’s Pegasus Golf Club, par 72, (am) denotes amateur:

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Kristie Smith (AUS) Tiffany Joh (USA) Giulia Sergas (ITA) Melissa Reid (ENG) Lydia Ko (NZL, Am) Reilly Rankin (USA) Linda Wessberg (SWE) Diana Luna (ITA) Laura Davies (ENG) Katie Futcher (USA) Bree Arthur (AUS) Cassandra Kirkland (FRA) Sarah Kemp (AUS) Lori Kane (CAN)

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Players to watch in 2011 The ALPG season has a great history of kick-starting seasons and careers. Think just last year with Yani Tseng’s two majors on the LPGA Tour after winning the 2010 Handa Women’s Australian Open or Laura Davies winning five titles and running second on the Henderson List after finishing a valiant runner-up in the same event and taking out the Pegasus New Zealand Women’s Open. And a number of top-ten finishers in ALPG events went on to have excellent results on the various world tours. KAREN HARDING looks at the players who performed well over the Australasian season and thinks the following are worthy of close attention.

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KRISTIE SMITH West Australian Kristie Smith came to notice in 2008, aged 20, when she tied for fifth and was leading amateur in the MFS Women’s Australian Open. She also claimed the 2008 women’s Australian Amateur Championship, 25 years after her father won the men’s title, and the Karrie Webb Series named after her idol and mentor. In 2010 she won her first professional title, the Canberra Ladies Classic on the ALPG Tour, and had two top-tens in Europe, finishing her rookie year a creditable 25th on the Henderson List. In the U.S., she posted four top-tens from four starts, including her maiden victory there when she holed a 20-foot eagle putt on the last to win the Daytona Beach Invitational by a shot. This summer she finished top-25 at the ANZ RACV Ladies Masters before her three-shot victory at the Pegasus New Zealand Open, her maiden LET victory. Her final round 68 in a particularly strong wind there was a fine performance. She now owns a victory on each of the tours she plays. To win in Europe this year was one of her stated goals so she is off to a great start for 2011. Smith is an exciting Aussie prospect.

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MELISSA REID By her own reckoning England’s Melissa Reid had a pretty consistent year in 2010. And no-one would argue. In just her third full season, she posted 11 top-ten finishes, including her first LET win at the Turkish Airlines Ladies Open, and finished third on the Henderson money list. Since her professional debut, Reid has performed consistently with seven top-tens in 2008 and eight from 14 starts in 2009. In 2008 she finished 12th on the money list and was named Ryder Cup Wales Rookie of the Year. The following year she finished seventh on the money list while in 2010 she was engaged in a tight battle for much of the season with Laura Davies and eventual winner LeeAnne Pace for the number one spot. Reid has a proud record at the Handa Women’s Australian Open, finishing second in both 2008 and 2009 and equal second this year behind Yani Tseng. Her troubles at one hole – the 16th – cost her seven shots over the week, the eventual margin between her and the winner. She then went on to finish top-20 at Royal Pines and fourth in New Zealand. The heir apparent to Laura Davies is undoubtedly a star on the rise.

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EUN HEE JI Ji joined the LPGA Tour in 2007, aged 21, and has shown her consistency ever since with a high percentage of cuts made. Even in 2010, which she basically wrote-off while undergoing significant swing changes under Australian coach Ian Triggs, she still made 18 out of 22. In her rookie year on the LPGA Tour she had two top-ten finishes in her first four events. Her first victory on American soil came in 2008 at the Wegmans LPGA and she went on to win the 2009 U.S. Open, making birdie at the last. She also recorded another seven top-ten finishes that year, underlining her consistency. She has a third (2008) and a fifth (2007) in the Women’s British Open on her record as well as two KLPGA and two Asian Tour titles. Ji spent a month in Australia prior to the ISPS Handa Women’s Australian Open honing her game under Triggs before finishing equal runner-up in the Open and ninth at the ANZ RACV Ladies Masters. With distance and accuracy now added to her excellent short game, another trip to the winner’s circle is surely not far away for this very talented Korean player. www.womensgolfaustralia.com

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MARIAJO URIBE With her unusual clothing and distinctive playing style, Colombian Mariajo Uribe is definitely a player to catch the eye. Uribe won the U.S.Women’s Amateur in 2007, defeating talented prospect Amanda Blumenhurst, and was the low amateur at the 2008 U.S. Open. She was the first player to compete in all four LPGA major championships as an amateur before turning professional, aged 19, in 2009 and joining the Duramed Futures Tour. In her rookie year on the LPGA in 2010, she made 11 out of 16 cuts and showed steady progress, capturing a top-ten at the LPGA Tour Championship. She also had playing rights on the LET last year. Uribe played both the ISPS Handa Women’s Australian Open and the ANZ RACV Ladies Masters this year, finishing respectably in both, particularly at the Open where she started the final round in fifth position before scrappy play over the last few holes saw her fade to equal 12th. With a distinctive long follow through and crouched putting stance, Uribe has a game that is as flamboyant and competitive as her personality. Already this year she has climbed significantly in world rankings with a bullet beside her name.

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STACY LEWIS One of the most inspiring players on tour is American Stacy Lewis. Diagnosed at 11 with severe scoliosis (curvature of the spine), she spent the next seven and a half years in a back brace before major spinal surgery. Despite this, she was the number one ranked amateur in the world in 2007 and 2008. She joined the pro ranks in 2008, finishing third to Paula Creamer (after leading at the start of the final round) in the U.S. Open, her first professional event. She arrived on the LPGA Tour in 2009, having won qualifying school by three strokes. That year she had two top-10s and followed with four, including a second and a third, in 2010. She also finished top-20 in the three majors played on American soil, performed soundly at the Weetabix Women’s British Open and finished seventh in her first Australian Open. This year Lewis added the ANZ RACV Ladies Masters to her Australian schedule, finishing in a tie for second behind Yani Tseng. Lewis made a decent fight of the Masters, at one stage closing to within two shots of Tseng. Already top 30 in world rankings, she is a courageous player with enormous ability.

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JENNIFER SONG Jennifer Song has a remarkable record already. She turned professional mid-2010, aged 20, with significant success in pro events as an amateur under her belt. She was low amateur in 2007 and 2009 (T13) at the U.S. Women’s Open and at the 2010 Kraft Nabisco Championship (T21). In 2009 she won both the U.S. Women’s Amateur Public Links and the U.S. Women’s Amateur, just the second player to do so. She also qualified that year for the Duramed Futures Tour while an amateur and won her first event as a professional by six shots, that tour’s sole major the Tate & Lyle Players Championship, before recording a second victory and winning 2010 Futures Tour Rookie of the Year. This year her goal is to win LPGA Tour Rookie of the Year. Her performance in Australia augurs well for that. She was fifth at the ISPS Handa Women’s Australian Open with a brilliant opening round that had her tied for the lead with Jiyai Shin and was a creditable 15th at the ANZ RACV Ladies Masters. Unusually, Song was born in the U.S., raised in Korea and returned to America to play college golf. She is a big, big talent.

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BELEN MOZO Spain’s Belen Mozo was a stand-out junior and amateur, winning the 2006 Girls British Open Championship and the British Ladies Open Amateur, the first player in over 30 years to do so in the same year. She is also a four-time NCAA/Golfweek All-American at the University of Southern California, a European Ladies Amateur champion and holds myriad other titles. Shoulder problems delayed her professional debut until 2010, aged 22, but she earned playing rights on both the LET and LPGA Tours for 2011 after finishing top-10 at both Q-schools. Mozo started her LET year in Australia before heading to Asia to commence her LPGA season. After missing the cut at the ISPS Handa Women’s Australian Open, she performed soundly at the ANZ RACV Ladies Masters where she tied for 13th. Her third round 64 was only bettered by one player that day – Yani Tseng. She was also in the mix at the Pegasus New Zealand Open before blowing out in the final round. Greg Norman sees enough potential in her to have signed her as global ambassador for the Greg Norman Collection. Like Norman, she is competitive with an aggressive game and loads of raw ability.

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CAROLINE HEDWALL

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As if winning the LET Qualifying School by a whopping nine strokes (shooting eight-under in the final round) wasn’t enough, Sweden’s Caroline Hedwall announced herself to the professional golf world by taking out her first professional tournament, the Bing Lee Samsung New South Wales Open in January 2011. Hedwall, 21, boasts a proud record as the 2007 and 2009 European Amateur Champion, a member of the victorious Swedish team in the World Amateur Team Championships in 2008 – where she also won the individual event – and the low amateur at the 2010 RICOH Women’s British Open. She finished eighth playing as an amateur at the Finnair Masters and was much decorated in college golf, playing for Oklahama State University, including winning the individual event at the 2010 NCAA Division I Championships by four shots and tying the NCAA scoring record with her 12-under score. She is a two-time All-American and last year was also the recipient of the Honda Sports Award as the U.S. top female collegiate golfer. Now off to a flying start in the pro ranks, expect to see more from this fine young player.

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And then there’s Lydia Ko. The 13 year old New Zealand phenom caught the attention of all with her astounding performance over the summer. Ko finished second in the Big Lee Samsung New South Wales Open after standing on the 18th tee with a one shot lead and the chance to be the youngest female golfer to win a professional event. Unfortunately a three-putt bogey to winner Caroline Hedwall’s birdie denied her but with the record at 16 years and 192 days (Amy Yang), Ko has opportunities left. Ko then tied for 12th and won the silver salver as low amateur at the ISPS Handa Women’s Australian Open before tying for fourth in the Pegasus New Zealand Open. These performances saw her world amateur ranking rise to three, one place behind fellow New Zealander Cecilia Cho who had an excellent season herself, finishing tied fifth at the ANZ RACV Ladies Masters and well up in the NZ Open. Ko and Cho, who between them hold the last two Australian Strokeplay Championships, then combined to produce the equal best score in the Australian Women’s Foursomes Championship.

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Tips & Training – Annie’s hot tips

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for the practise range Ann Wilson has been a regular contributor to Womens Golf Magazine and over the years she has shown us all how to improve every aspect of our golf game. In this issue she focuses on some practise tips and drills to improve your golf game. No matter what golfing category you fall into there’s sure to be a few tips for you in this issue.

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Tips & Training – Annie’s hot tips

Start with the short irons The best way to start your practise session is to warm up with your short irons. The professional players will usually pull out a sand wedge or lob wedge and play a number of half shots to get their swing in motion. Newer players and beginners may like to start with a 9 or 7-iron. It is important to get your practise routine off to a good start. Don’t get the driver out to warm up with. The shorter clubs are an easier, smarter option. Once you have warmed up with your short irons, move on to your mid-irons, then on to your hybrids, fairway woods and then the driver. Practise Tips for beginners A good tip for new players who are just getting into golf is to Tee up the golf ball and practise hitting your 6 or 7-iron. The ball only needs to be teed up about half an inch, so use a small tee. (Plastic tee’s will last longer than wooden tee’s). It can be very frustrating for beginners topping the ball. That tends to be caused from trying to lift the ball up with the club head instead of getting under the ball with the leading edge. If you can hit the tee out of the ground, the ball will fly in the air. This lets the club face do the work and elevate the ball. Once you get the feeling of hitting the tee out of the ground, you will start to feel the club sweeping or touching the grass. The next step is to lower the tee and practise hitting with the ball just above the ground. The feeling of brushing the grass while swinging the club will give the newer player a lot of confidence, because the ball will fly up in the air instead of running along the ground.

The next step is practising off lush grass without a tee. If you are having problems getting the ball air-born, pop it back on the tee until you get more confidence. Some driving ranges can be quite bare. So if there is not much grass, tee it up. I always suggest to my new players to tee up when going to play on the course for the first few times. Teeing up will make your golfing experience more enjoyable and fun. Start off playing a few holes and within no time you’ll be happy to play 9 holes. There is a lot to learn in this wonderful game, so be patient. Drill Most golfers go to the range and spend more time on long shots and full swings. But in actual fact, shots can be saved more within 70 metres, so why not spend a bit more time on these approach shots. To assist approaching shots into the green, the leap frog drill is a good one to practise, as it requires the appropriate set up position, length of swing and rhythm to play shots accurately. As most practise ranges don’t have short range targets to hit, this drill gives you the chance to practise approach shots without targets. Step 1 Chip a shot about 10 metres. Watch it finish. Step 2 Set up for a slightly longer shot to land over the first ball. Step 3 For the next shot, take a wider stance and longer swing and land over the second ball.

Ann Wilson was recently presented with Life Membership of the ALPG Tour, after 23 years of dedicated service to Australian Ladies Professional Golf. Ann is an ALPG Teaching Professional at Lakelands Golf Club on the Gold Coast. Ann holds weekly group clinics, private lessons and six-hole ambrose and lunch, fun golf days once a month. Please give Ann a call for some help with your golf game on 0413 860 213.

Continue this leap frog process until you reach a full swing. You can start with a Pitching or Sand Wedge and work through all your short iron clubs. This drill will assist you in setting up for the length of each shot you need to play, and is an excellent distance-control drill.

Hot Tip – Suggested clubs to use for your initial warm-up are the Sand Wedge, Pitching Wedge and 9-iron.

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n SHort Irons: Sand Wedge, Pitching Wedge, 9-iron and 8-iron

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60m 40m

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n MID IRONS: 7, 6, 5-irons n FAIRWAY WOODS AND HYBRIDS n Putter n Driver Organise your golf bag so your clubs are in order for easy access. This will assist your club selection and speed of play.

As part of the Leap Frog Drill, you will extend your swing, starting with a 20m shot and progressing through to 60m.

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Alignment Many people address the ball thinking that they are aiming at the target when in fact they aren’t correctly aligned. Always practise with a club placed on the ground pointing at the target. Position your feet, hips and shoulders parallel to this club. Poor aiming can cause incorrect swing motion in an attempt to hit to your target. Pre-shot routine Practice your pre-shot routine on the range with these simple steps as a guideline: Step 1 Stand behind the ball approximately four paces to get a direct line to your target.

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Step 2 Take your grip and walk to the ball. Step 3 Place the clubface behind the ball and set your feet, hips and shoulders parallel to your target line. Step 4 Get a feel for the weight of the club head by “waggling” the club. This will help prepare you for the shot you are about to play. Step 5 Once you feel comfortable in your set-up, go ahead and swing the club. It is important to work on your individual routine on the practise range as this will assist you for when you are playing on the course. To gain more consistency in your shots you need to develop and practise this routine – in other words practise like you play. Note: your overall pre-shot routine should take no more than 12 seconds from Step 1.

Change your target Once you have warmed up and practised your aiming with a club on the ground, your next step is to choose different targets to play to. Your practise range or facility may have many or few features to aim at but you could aim at a dark grass area, a tall tree in the distance or a telegraph pole, to mention a few. The whole purpose is to practise like you play, going through your pre-shot routine setting up for different targets.

Lay a club on the ground pointing to the target between your feet and the ball. Align your feet, hips and shoulders parallel to the club.

Look for objects or prominent features on your driving range at which to aim your practise shots. You could carefully place an umbrella, towel or range bucket for target practise. Or even practise pitching in the park or your back yard to a bucket.

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Three-speed rhythm drill The 3 Speed Rhythm Drill is especially usefully for those erratic swingers with poor balance. Good rhythm and timing of the golf swing is crucial for playing consistent golf shots. If your tempo is consistent throughout the swing, then there is a fair chance you will play a good shot and finish balanced on you left side (for right-hand players). (see photo 5) So many times I hear people say that their playing partners tell them to slow their swing down. This usually results in a slow back swing and therefore an even faster down swing than before, because the mind wants to hit that ball a long way. The shot more than likely runs along the ground, doesn’t go all that far, and not to the direction intended. So what I would like to suggest to those erratic speed-freak swingers, who never seem to finish balanced, is try this 3 Speed Rhythm Drill, and you can swing as fast as you like as long as you fi nish balanced on your left side facing your target. How to practise the 3 Speed Rhythm Drill Using a 3-wood, Tee the ball up; half a ball above the top of the club. Position the ball inside the left heel. 1st Gear – Swing the club with your arms back in slow motion to the top of the swing. Your left shoulder should be over your right knee, with weight on the right foot. Then let the club swing back through the ball at the same pace as the back swing. Finish the swing balanced though on the left side facing the target. The ball should only go a third of your capable distance. For ladies approximately 40 to 60 metres. Repeat 8 to10 times. 2nd Gear – Swing the club back a little faster than 1st gear. Then swing forward through the ball with the same tempo. Finish balanced facing the target. You will be surprised at the distance you get from less effort. Ladies may reach between 100 and 130 metres. Remember there needs to be a little more room for top gear, so not too fast in 2nd gear. Repeat 8 to 10 times. 3rd Gear – Swing the arms and club back faster from the ball, completing a good shoulder rotation. Swing forward and through

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at the same speed to a good balanced fi nish on the left side. At the completion of our swing the weight should be on the left foot, left hip, and torso pointing to the target. (see above) If you can hold a balanced finish for a couple of seconds, then you’re on your way to swinging with good rhythm. You may like to increase the speed to see what results you get. But faster doesn’t always mean further and straighter. For those who have not tried this drill, 1st gear is the more difficult. But it’s a good challenge to be able to hit the ball a short distance with a full swing. I am not suggesting to swing this pace on the golf course. This drill is very useful for those who have inconsistent timing and balance problems with their swing. Give this 3 Speed Rhythm Drill a try. I am sure it will assist your rhythm. Timing and balance of your golf swing go together and allow more consistency in your shots and your golf game. It is important to have a purpose to your practise. If there is a part of your game that needs help, you need to be able to practise the right way. Go and see your favourite Professional first to give you some good advise so you can Practise more correctly. It is better to have quality practise than practise the wrong way. Then set aside some quality time to practise what you have been taught in your lesson. Maintaining your golf game is like tuning up your car. Get your regular check- ups, fix your problems, then spend some time practising. Your confidence will improve as you feel the shots improving. Remember to spend equal time practising your short game, as this is where you can really improve your score. If you fall into the golfing category, where warming up is just having a coffee, & running to the tee. You are not alone, it does happen. However if you can spend a few minutes on the putting green, you can at least get some feel for the speed of the greens you about to play. I’ll have some more training tips for your Short Game in the next issue. Until then, enjoy your golf. www.womensgolfaustralia.com

Golfing on the Gold Coast

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Have a golfing It’s been a challenging start to the year for Queensland’s Gold Coast as the City counts its blessings and good fortune in being able to escape unscathed from the flood disasters that gripped the rest of the State. Local businesses have remained open, but due to the many misconceptions that the Gold Coast had been adversely affected, there has been a significant drain on visitor numbers during the early stages of 2011. More than ever the Gold Coast needs Golfers to return to the fairways and greens and to appreciate the unbelievable hospitality that is guaranteed during a weekend away or extended holiday to the our City. Australia’s Gold Coast enjoys a very unique style. Anyone that has visited knows it’s unlike any other destination in the Asia Pacific region. Not surprising, with more than Forty Championship standard Golf Courses to his credit, the nation’s fun capital remains a clear favourite among golfers young and old. Martin Winter, CEO of Gold Coast Tourism, believes it’s an overriding evolution as a destination that will continue to place the Gold Coast as a must do on any upcoming holiday agenda. “Generations ago it was the natural landscapes which brought visitors to the region, in particular the pure coastal environments. More recently the man made activities of theme parks, shops, cafés, restaurants, championship golf courses and other attractions have developed the city as one of the most famous holiday destinations in the world. And today, people look to the Gold Coast as a destination to be active and entertained, combining the environmental with the cosmopolitan”, said Mr. Winter. He may be on to something there, the Gold Coast is Australia’s most biologically diverse city, while at the same time being recognised as having the most attractions of any city in the southern hemisphere. This dichotomy seems to sit well with the man in charge of bringing millions of visitors to the region every year. “The Gold Coast has seen more development in areas such as hotels and apartments, theme park rides and attractions, transport and infrastructure over the past five years than in any time previous that I can recall. Yet we maintain 70 kilometres of pristine coastline, 100,000 hectares of world heritage listed rainforest and a diversity of flora and fauna unrivalled by any other city in Australia”.

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While we are happy to take Martin’s word regarding the diversity of today’s Gold Coast, we thought a little of our own research couldn’t hurt, here is a summary of what we found on the famous Gold Coast strip. For those warm waterside settings that involve food, wine, shopping or friends, Surfers Paradise and neighbouring Broadbeach are definitely the hot spots. Both have

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holiday on the Gold Coast benefited from recent developments which have updated the look and feel at street level and enticed brands such as Louis Vuitton, Ed Hardy, Saba, Prada and Guess to set up shop. Chefs from Sydney, Melbourne and international cities have also been lured to these precincts, establishing a better range of modern restaurants such as Absynthe, Lauxes, Room 81, East and Moo Moo’s. One only needs to experience these thriving hubs on any given day or night to appreciate how their growing status will continue to entice visitors into the future. That ambience of true bustling seaside culture, contrasted by a groovy night time buzz makes it a distinctly active area and a true party destination. Surfers Paradise, defined by its after-dark assortment continues to redefine the parameters of choice. The newly introduced TwentyOne Bar is in keeping with the evolving style of the precinct, while the ultra-modern Circle on Cavill has its own two-tower resort and plush assortment of boutique stores. If you’re partial to the vibes of modern techno, best to make your way to Elsewhere, which has built a cool and rhythmic reputation by hosting many of today’s top DJ performers. Like Surfers Paradise, Broadbeach has an expanding Mall area which provides a 24-hour epicentre of activity that is supported by an assortment of entertainment offerings, which include the iconic Jupiters Hotel & Casino and its range of cabaret shows, gambling facilities and newly established bars and restaurants. Closer to the main alfresco area, East makes for the total venue experience through disco grooves provided by its popular upstairs nightclub scene. A vast range of complementing waterways makes the Gold Coast a haven of fun-filled pursuits with good times assured among the numerous aquatic attractions. The Broadwater caters to every on-water activity imaginable, where thrill seekers can choose from jetboating, parasailing, kite surfing, diving, jet ski safaris, snorkeling, tall-ship cruising and yachting. A learn-to-surf class guided by world champions is a must-do, as are paddling and kayaking explorations. Board a catamaran and enjoy deep-sea fishing, marvel during a whalewatching tour, take in a guided cruise of the waterways or simply swim among the surf at some of the best beaches in the world. Drawing back to Martin’s declaration of over-riding choice in the Gold Coast experience I leaned on him once more for some insight into where best to secure a more relaxed and carefree adventure. I’m not surprised to learn that there are ways and means where adventure can mean as little as succumbing to the elements and lapping up the attention of willing hosts. Just 40 minutes’ drive from the Gold Coast beaches is a hinterland of subtropical rainforest, interspersed with mountain

villages, bushwalks, waterfalls and swimming holes, plus valleys of working produce farms and cattle stations. The World Heritage-listed Springbrook and Lamington National Parks, plus the extended township of Tamborine Mountain offer access to unmatched Australian landscapes with some of the best campgrounds available and other eco-friendly accommodation venues. Roaming wildlife and an array of flora and fauna represent nature at its finest. If you’re feeling active try hang gliding, horse riding, 4WD tours, hot air ballooning, ATV adventures or canopy walks. Bed-andbreakfast outlets, wineries, boutique distilleries and breweries, restaurants, rustic homesteads, plus local produce, arts and crafts and jewellery stores are scattered throughout this rural setting. Complete the day by choosing delights among a menu of exquisite dishes at Songbirds in the Forest, where your meal can be washed down with a choice of Australian or European wines.

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Stay at Ocean Sands in trendy Main Beach Situated in the heart of Main Beach, is one of the Gold Coast’s trendiest spots, Tedder Avenue, with a magnificent array of trendy cafes, an innovative restaurant scene, relaxing bars and exclusive boutique shopping, Tedder Ave is where the locals go and “the” holiday address to choose for Main Beach accommodation is Ocean Sands, located on the corner of Tedder and Hughes Avenues.

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The moment you arrive through the door, wander through the impressive Ocean Sands Porte cochere you will be swept away by the elegance and the ambiance of Main Beach’s finest holiday accommodation resort, with a relaxed environment that the Ocean Sands is renowned for. So treat yourself to a relaxing luxurious Main Beach holiday on the always amazing Gold Coast by staying at Ocean Sands holiday apartments. For more information call 07 5531 4188 or visit our website at www.oceansands.com.au.

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Golfing on the Gold Coast “You name your Australian golfing destination, we can arrange it all for you”, Emma says. “We pride ourselves in providing the very best in packages and service for all your holiday needs.” golfOZ Tours & Tourism caters for individual golfers, groups (no limit in size) and corporate golf days. They offer complete play-and-stay golf tour packages, with non-playing partners very welcome. Itineraries can include such activities as dinner and show at the Casino, an afternoon at the horse Races for a punt, whale watching, day trips to shopping malls, wineries or pubs and much more. They also provide a complete package inclusive of various levels of 3-5 star accommodation, transfers to from airports and golf daily, and of course, the most competitive golfing rates around. Call golfOZ and be surprised by the value offered for your next hassle-free golf tour to your favourite Australian golfing destination. For more information go to www.golfoz.com.au, call 07 5575 8500 or email info@golfoz.com.au.

Lakelands regular Ladies’ Days Situated in the heart of Queensland’s Gold Coast just 10 minutes from Broadbeach, Lakelands Golf Club is Jack Nicklaus’ first signature designed championship golf course in Australia. Voted consistently amongst Australia’s top 50 courses and threetime winner of Australia’s best conditioned public access course by Golf Digest. Lakelands plays host throughout the year to several of the world’s top-50 female professionals, as they train and practice in preparation for upcoming tournaments. It is a credit to the quality of Lakelands’ facilities on offer all year round.

Lakelands Golf Club the traditions of golf and hospitality by providing its members and guests the environment, facilities and services that satisfy their golf, social and business needs and interests. Opened on 17 February 1997, Lakelands Golf Club has gained a reputation for “The Best Serving the Best” and providing standards and facilities second to none on the Gold Coast. There are three categories available when applying for membership at Lakelands, visit www.lakelandsgolfclub.com. au to find a membership that will best suit you, your lifestyle and your organization. With annual dues from just $4,450 for unlimited golf, why not make Lakelands your home course. Only a limited number of memberships remain so contact the club on (07) 5510 6507 to secure your membership today.

Women’s golf is an integral part of the club, with competitions available every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Lakelands also hosts its monthly open ladies competition rightly named the Lakelands Lady Bear. Held the first Tuesday of each month between February and November, ladies from all over Queensland and northern New South Wales come to meet, play and enjoy a wonderful lunch following the game. Bookings can be made through the golf shop for visitors at $90pp incl. 18holes of golf with cart, coffee/tea and scones on arrival, champagne lunch and the chance to share in over $2,000 worth of prizes. The next event is due to be held on April 5th 2011 with an 8:30am shotgun start. If you’re looking for a new home club then Lakelands has the membership to suit your needs. Lakelands Golf Club combines

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RACV Royal Pines Birdies Days The famous Birdies Day Out challenges are back for 2011 at RACV Royal Pines Resort. Enjoy 18 holes of golf on a championship course, 2-course luncheon and a special gift on the day for $89 per person. Get a group together and spend a leisurely morning on the magnificent rolling fairways and enjoy the golf course in all its glory. It’s a great way for ladies to step-up to the

tee, meet new friends and win some great prizes while enjoying a fun and relaxed day on the greens. Handicap divisions are 0–22, 23–32 and 33–45. Birdies Day Out dates for 2011 Tuesday May 31st Tuesday September 13th Tuesday November 15th Phone (07) 5597 8441 for bookings.

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The Palms Sanctuary Cove Golf & Country Club (Design by Ross Watson) The new Palms Course at Sanctuary Cove was relaunched on April 9th bearing little resemblance to its old self. Beautifully merged into a tropical landscape of century-old cabbage palms and paperbark trees, the new course provides challenges for many standards of golfer plus plenty of variety to keep it interesting and great fun to play. The undulating greens replace the somewhat tame greens of the old course. Strategic and Innovative new bunkering makes scoring from 100 metres out particularly challenging. Sand is “flashed” up the face of the bunkers making them visually spectacular. The gently undulating fairways add another dimension by way of uneven stances and the associated shot-making skills required on the approach shots to the interesting greens of this ‘Ross Watson’ designed Gem. Watson a renowned and highly respected golf course architect was responsible for the redesign of Royal Sydney Golf Club and has created many other masterpieces such as Magenta Shores, Kooindah Waters and Pacific Harbour to name a few. There are many standout holes on the newly designed Palms. The first is a par-five with water and clever bunkering placing pressure on the golfer to start working straight away on keeping the ball in play. The Par 3 holes will undoubtedly attract critical acclaim and require excellent shot-making skills. The 17th and 18th are spectacular finishing holes, leaving golfers with a lasting impression of one of Australia’s finest courses. Little wonder designer Ross Watson believes The Palms will become one of the top 100 courses in Australia.

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Tuesday, 24 May Registrations open from 8am

The Palms Golf Course, Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club. $110 per player

Ladies will enjoy: 18 holes of golf across three divisions (no AGU handicap necessary) a two-course lunch electric golf cart the chance to win some great prizes...and much more! Proceeds will benefit the Leukaemia Foundation of Queensland.

To book, contact Deborah Marsland on 3720 1237 or deborah@vanityfairways.com.au. www.womensgolfaustralia.com

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Play The Palms Stay at the Hyatt Regency Heralded as one of the finest courses in Australia ‘The Palms’, recreated by renowned golf course architect Ross Watson, was designed to capitalise on the resort location and atmosphere at Sanctuary Cove. Hyatt Regency Sanctuary Cove General Manager, Mr Patrick Hardy, believes The Palms is one of the best golf courses in the country. “With gently undulating fairways and strategically placed bunkers, it offers a wonderful challenge for golfers of all levels”, he said. To celebrate the opening of this brand new 18 hole championship golf course, Hyatt Regency Sanctuary Cove is in the enviable position of being able to offer guests the opportunity of a lifetime to play The Palms. Surrounded by beautifully manicured lawns and gardens, Hyatt Regency Sanctuary Cove has developed an exclusive package to celebrate the occasion that enables guests to play and stay at this luxurious five-star resort. Your golfing experience on The Palms starts from $150 per person, and when you have finished, relax by our one acre salt water beach lagoon pool, treat yourself to a luxurious spa treatment at Champions Day Spa or simply stroll around the chic boutiques in The Marine Village - the list of choices is endless, unless one round of golf is not enough then you can be challenged again on The Pines. So whether you’re a professional player or more of an enthusiastic amateur, the new Palms golf course at Sanctuary Cove is a fairway to heaven – allowing you the chance to mix with the best in an environment that is sure to impress. Located less than an hour from Brisbane and just 30 minutes from Surfers Paradise, Sanctuary Cove is Australia’s leading lifestyle resort and with world-class leisure facilities and amenities it creates a truly unique experience. The Palms at Sanctuary Cove is the newest golfing experience. To book one of our many packages call reservations on 13 1234 or for more information visit www.sanctuarycove.regency.hyatt.com.

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Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show

acknowledges Women on Water The increasing role of women in the marine industry is acknowledged by Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show with a new series of activities – Women on Water. The Woman on Water program at this year’s 23rd annual show includes seminars, fashion parades, skipper training aimed at women by a female skipper and female-focused lunches with entertainment and giveaways. Show dates in 2011 are Thursday, May 19 to Sunday, May 22 from 9am to 5pm daily. Sanctuary Cove General Manager Events and Marketing, Sue Thomson, says research shows women are an increasingly important marketing sector for consumer spending and wealth. “The Boston Consulting Group has found women control $US20 trillion in consumer spending around the world and the figure is growing annually. The study found women take care of household finances in many instances,” she said. Other research indicates disposable incomes are highest among women aged 45 to 54 years in the US and in the next decade, US women will control two-thirds of the consumer wealth in that country. “Our Women on Water program recognises the role of women in decision making – whether it be expenditure on a new boat or the trend of women to set up their own businesses.

“Each year we try to keep the Show relevant to both the marine industry and those interested to be involved with boating. This initiative reflects changing market trends,” she said. Most events within the Women on Water program are free, included within the Boat Show ticket price. As part of the Women on Water program, the Queensland Marine Training Services will provide two skipper training sessions each day at 11am and 2pm aimed at women aboard a 42ft Steber vessel. As numbers are limited, bookings are essential via Sanctuary Cove on 07 5577 6011. Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show is a leading marine event in the Asia-Pacific region. Each year, around 400 exhibitors and tens of thousands of visitors attend the four-day Show. Super yachts, sail boats, small craft, sail and power boats make up some of the hundreds of vessels on display. The Show is staged at Sanctuary Cove’s waterfront Marine Village with two large pavilions plus open-air displays while visitors can view impressive vessels at the marina. There are some exciting world and Australian marine releases at the Show. Major Australian exporters, who are based on the Gold Coast, include Maritimo unveiling its sleek new M60 Series II Motoryacht along with the M48. Riviera launches two models on the world market with the 53 Enclosed Flybridge and 61 Series II Flybridge. “Sanctuary Cove offers a unique environment for a Boat Show with a marina and delightful cafés, restaurants and retail outlets which operate year-round,” said Ms Thomson. “Visitors can enjoy a formal meal or stay on after the Show closes for a cocktail or relaxing meal. Even business becomes a pleasure with these surrounds.” The lively daily entertainment program includes roving musicians, live radio broadcasts from 92.5 Gold FM’s team and Classic Hits Radio 4KQ and cooking presentations by Channel Seven’s My Kitchen Rules contestants. Club Marine has a long history of appearances at Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show. Visitors to the Club Marine stand can see resident chef Bart Beek’s popular cooking demonstrations from 10am to 4pm daily. Online Boat Show ticket prices are $A22 one day adult; $A19 one day concession; $A40 two-day adult and $A75 four-day adult. Children 14 years and under have free entry. For details on the Women on Water program, VIP tickets and events schedules, visit www.sanctuarycoveboatshow.com.au. If you can’t make the 2011 Show, make a diary entry for the 2012 Show dates of Thursday, May 24 to Sunday, May 27.

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Play at the many women On the following pages we will present you with golf clubs who have gone out of their way not only to invite all our lady golfers through their doors, but to offer great facilities and deals to make the fairer sex feel more than welcome. Flick through and get in touch with a club near you, and make sure you mention that you read about them in Womens GOLF Magazine to ensure that you get their best deal! Clifton Springs Golf Club The Clifton Springs Golf Club IN Victoria is a picturesque layout that borders Corio Bay, with views to Geelong and the You Yang’s. The course is located near Drysdale on the Bellarine Peninsula, a mere one hour drive from the West Gate Bridge in Melbourne. The Clifton Springs Golf Club is one of the best in the Bellarine region with stunning views across the bay. It is central to Port Philip Heads and Geelong and is in the middle of the Bellarine wine district. With easy access to both surf and bay beaches the Club offers the perfect day or weekend visit. The golf course is a par 71 of 5,783 metres for the men and par 72 of 5,213 for women. The Club has an onsite professional shop operating under the umbrella of the House of Golf franchise. As the club boasts one of the largest and best equipped professional shops in the district, merchandise including apparel, golf clubs

and accessories are available at great competitive prices. Hire clubs and motorised golf carts are also available. Green fee and social groups are most welcome and at only $25.00 for 18 holes of golf, golf could not get any better. The Club has recently embarked on a major capital works program, which has resulted in a 22 mega litre water storage facility being built, along with a magnificent new par 3 hole. The water storage facility encompasses 3 holes and will become the showcase and signature holes for the golf club. Other facilities available include a Bistro which is open seven days a week for an a la carte lunch and dinner menu, along with our popular snack menus. Ladies are catered for with competition days being a 9 holes beginners day on Mondays. Wednesday is the traditional ladies day, followed by Thursday which is a medley event and ending with Ladies Saturday golf. The club also holds its popular mixed event on one Sunday each month. If you are looking for something different and with views you would die for, why not try the Clifton Springs Golf Club or for further information visit www.cliftonspringsgolfclub.com.au.

Clifton Springs

Have you seen

Winnie?

Undulating, panoramic 18-hole golf course • Established couch fairways • Green fee players welcome • Flexible membership categories available • Spacious Clubhouse with Members Lounge, Bistro (lunch & dinner), functions • “The House Of Golf” Pro-Shop

Clearwater Drive, Clifton Springs

P: 03 5251 3391

www.cliftonspringsgolfclub.com.au

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friendly golf courses Cheltenham Golf Club, Melbourne’s South East Thinking of becoming a member of a golf club? If you live in Melbourne’s south-east and enjoy playing golf in the company of other ladies, then Cheltenham Golf Club is the one for you. New members have a choice of competitions to play in and the ladies committee manages a very active membership that ranges in age from 5 to 95! One of the key attributes of the club is “friendliness” – a comment often heard at the induction nights. These nights give new members the opportunity to be shown around the club and be introduced to other members. So if you’re not joining with friends, then you’ll soon feel at home. Socially, the club regularly runs events like trivia nights, jazz in the park and the monthly dinners are also very popular. These events are catered for by the club’s friendly kitchen and bar staff. After a game you can enjoy the “19th” with the other players, too. The course was established by the Cheltenham community during the 1930’s as a venue for club members and the general public. Since then, the professional grounds staff have maintained the course in excellent condition. You’ll be especially impressed with greens that roll straight and true. Whether you are a regular player looking for a good “home” or someone looking for the social aspects of club membership – you will find Cheltenham one of the best value and most enjoyable courses in Melbourne. Give them a call. Today! For more information call 03 9583 6419 (clubhouse), 03 9583 2567 (golf shop) or visit .www.cheltenhamgolf. com.au. Cheltenham Golf Club, 35 Victor Ave, Cheltenham, Victoria.

Special Ladies Offer – Club Membership for $399 Includes six months Club Membership and three Group Lessons ENQUIRE NOW! Ph: 9583 6419 Email: info@cheltenhamgolf.com.au www.cheltenhamgolf.com.au Terms and conditions apply

Anglesea Golf Club The Anglesea Golf Course, situated on the Great Ocean Road, is an undulating 6,074m Par 73 layout set in natural bushland. A feature of the course is the number of elevated greens that require plenty of thought when selecting your club. There are only 42 bunkers throughout the course which have been likened to sand-belt bunkers and coupled with eucalypt tree lined fairways combine to produce a stimulating round. Also there is the ever present resident population of Eastern Grey Kangaroos which number approximately 300. Women’s competitions are held three times a week. Thursday is a designated women’s competition day comprising three grades with winners and runners up prizes awarded weekly. Saturday and Sundays the Club runs medley competition fields for men and women. Anglesea Golf Club has been the home of the Ocean Spray Classic for the past 16 years with women from all over the state competing. Ocean Spray donates great products such as cranberry juice, craisins and cranberry sauce for all participants. Ocean Spray also donates all the prizes and each participating club is awarded an Ocean Spray trophy for a future competition held at their own club. The Clubhouse bar & bistro are open seven days a week for lunch and dinner with the bistro affording terrific view over the golf course and the challenging finishing hole the 18th. Memberships available: 7 Day, Junior & 18-25. For more information visit www.angleseagolfclub.com.au or call 03 5263 1582.

World renowned Golf Course • Lush drought-proof fairways Women’s competitions held Thursday, Saturday & Sunday Great family holiday destination • Natural picturesque bush setting Play amid our resident Eastern Grey Kangaroo population Home for the last 15 years of the Women’s Ocean Spray Classic Terrific friendly staff • Memberships available Golf Links Road, Anglesea, VIC 3230 Clubhouse: 03 5263 1582 • Pro Shop: 03 5263 1951

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Women’s Golf at Murrumbidgee Murrumbidgee Country Club in Canberra has introduced new ways to attract women to play golf. From the time the course was established in Kambah 20 years ago, women at Murrumbidgee have had full membership, equal rights and equal access to the course.

The Grange

The Grange Golf Club Part of the Dapto Leagues Club Group The Grange is located 15 minutes south of Wollongong and only a short distance from the F6 freeway. Corporate and social players are welcomed to the 18 hole par 72 Championship Golf course, with a length of 6,270 metres. The Grange Club House refurbishment has now been completed and offers a modern contemporary feel similar to Dapto Leagues or other more modern venues in NSW. Clubhouse facilities include fully stocked bar, affordable Brassiere dining (open 7 days for lunch and Friday for dinner), BBQ area and The Grange Function Centre that overlooks the tenth fairway. In December the club took control of the Pro Shop operations, and regular members would have seen the facelift given to the pro shop and the new range of Golf apparel including the Foot Joy range of shoes and gloves. Additionally the club now offers the full range of Titleist golf balls, which our two PGA Golf Professionals Rob McKay and Matt Carter assure “will make any shot go straight”. The Grange Golf Club looks forward to seeing you on the course and if you need, good, honest, friendly advice on golf equipment, lessons, and any golf repairs see either Rob or Matt who will be more than happy to help you out. For enquiries, please call the club on 02 4261 1647.

Today women members can play in more competitions than any other golf club, including Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday as well as having access to the course for social play at other times. Nevertheless, as with other golf clubs, women are in the minority. Australia-wide there are 3.7 times more men playing golf than women. Golf has a lot to offer. It is a healthy and not too strenuous exercise that can be enjoyed from age 8 to 80 plus. There is the opportunity to share time and experiences with friends outdoors in an attractive and well maintained landscape. It is a game played all over the world – no matter where you are there is likely to be a golf course nearby that welcomes visitors. Thanks to its handicapping system, golf is one of the few games where players of widely differing standards can play together without anyone needing to hold back. It is surprising therefore that female participation is so low. In order to make golf more accessible to women Murrumbidgee has addressed a number of issues raised by women golfers and beginners: • Often golf can take too long to play. • Some courses are too difficult. • Sometimes rules can be too complicated for beginners • Some golf courses are too expensive. Murrumbidgee has plans to introduce a number of new initiatives. Women’s Captain, Sandra Fenwick, announced that for a limited time Murrumbidgee is opening its regular Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday and Friday competitions to women members of all other golf clubs, providing they have a current Golf Australia handicap. New members are welcome and for a limited time, each will receive a $100 Pro-Shop voucher for lessons or equipment. An innovative new women’s short course (Green tees) is currently in the design stage and will prove popular with seniors golfers and beginners. For further information and tee times, contact a friend at Murrumbidgee Country Club, or phone (02) 6296 2888 during office hours.

Girls go golfing 5 Competition Days For Women TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY SATURDAY & SUNDAY & SENIORS ON FRIDAY

ANNU MEMBERASL 7 DAY $90HIP 5 DAY $7350

FORTNIGHTLY DIRECT DEBIT PAYMENT AVAILABLE $19 PER WEEK

Present this ad with your membership application and receive: $100 Pro Shop voucher for 7 day members $80 Pro Shop voucher for 5 day members

FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT CLUB ON 02 6296 2888

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Kambah Pool Road, Kambah ACT

Camden Haven

Change your life now! Camden Haven Lady Golfers are offering a unique opportunity specially designed to give new lady golfers a golden opportunity to experience in a relaxed, fun filled manner “How to Play Golf”. Do you want to enjoy good company and make new friends? Do you want to live laugh and be happy? Well then the game of golf is for you! Let Camden Haven lady golfers guide you, take care of you and look after you! With the use of the newly introduced and very successful buddy system Camden Haven Lady Golfers have experienced an increase of around 25% in new player numbers. Expert tuition from Golf Professional Steve Boswell is available on (02) 6559 4596, for a fee to be arranged. For all the information you require about this special learners opportunity at the friendliest club on the coast call Pam McRae on 02 6559 9535 or Dawn Gordon on 02 6559 7227. So come and join Camden – you will be most welcome!

Coffs Harbour 200 Lady Members, comprising a third of the Club membership, represented by a very active Ladies Committee. Our Wednesday competition averages 110 starters each week. In addition, access to the course is available for all social play. We are proud to say Coffs Harbour is the home of Emma de Groot who is currently ranked Australia’s number one amateur. Women’s golf is well catered for with competitions held Wednesday & Saturday and fortnightly on Fridays. We hold a Ladybird single stableford event once a month on Fridays, which is open to visitors. Beginners are well catered for on Tuesdays with a large group of ladies taking advantage of the clinics provided by our Professional, Matt Allan. These ladies enjoy the combination of golf with social activities helping to form strong and lasting friendships. Ladies, come and join us. You will enjoy the course and you will enjoy the experience.

COFFS HARBOUR GOLF CLUB “Coffs Coast Premier Golf Club”

Coffs Harbour Golf Club More than a Golf Club The Coffs Harbour Golf club can be found on the Mid North Coast of NSW midway between Sydney and Brisbane. The members extend a very warm welcome to all visitors who wish to participate in our competitions or just enjoy the facilities offered by the Club. We have an excellently maintained 27 hole Golf course offering first class competition to ladies on a Wednesday. We have over

Camden Haven Golf Club Clubhouse 02 6559 4203 • Pro Shop 02 6559 4596 Email chgc@laurietonclub.com.au OPEN 7 DAYS • 185 Kendall Road Kew Bistro: Tue-Fri 10.00am – 3.00pm Fri night 5.00pm – 8.30pm, Sat-Sun 9.30am – 3.30pm

“More than a Golf Club” Easter Cup June Long Weekend Tournament Ladies Classic (October)

Visitors most welcome • 27 Pure golf holes Best greens on the Mid North Coast Social play 7 days • Half-price Mondays

Bookings 02 6652 3244 Email: functions@coffsharbourgolfclub.com.au

www.coffsharbourgolfclub.com.au

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Clifton Springs

Lady Golf at North Lakes Enjoy the fun and excitement of a wonderful competitive day at North Lakes Resort Golf Club. The Lady Open, held monthly, is open to all lady golfers. North Lakes Resort Golf Club is fast becoming the north side’s premier golf facility and the Lady Open is a fantastic way to sample not only the championship Graham Marsh designed resort golf course but also take in the natural surroundings and enjoy the facilities the club has to offer. Hosted by PGA professional Carmen Railton the $55 fee presents excellent value including tea and coffee on arrival, prizes, green fees, cart hire, competition fees PLUS a delightful lunch. Conveniently located just 35 minutes from Brisbane’s CBD, 20 minutes from Brisbane’s International Airport and just a short drive from the Sunshine Coast, the North Lakes Ladies Open is must for all lady golfers. 2011 dates – All events are an 8:30am Shotgun start 7th March 1st August 11th April 5th September 9th May 3rd October 20th June 14th November 4th July FINAL: 5th December Will you be the 2011 North Lakes Lady Open Champion? Please contact the friendly golf staff on 07 3480 9200 to make a booking for yourself, a group or more and also to enquire about our competitive ladies membership fees.

North Lakes Resort Golf Club’s clubhouse and golf course are open to the public seven days a week. Our passion is providing the very best in service and quality – whether you’re a member or a visitor. Bookings essential

07 3480 9210 Bridgeport Drive, North Lakes

www.northlakesgolfclub.com.au

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McLeod Golf Club on course to rebuild The floods haven’t washed away the determination to succeed at Mt Ommaney’s McLeod Country Golf Club. Members, fellows and staff members have all volunteered to help get the championship course back up and running with all 18 holes now in play. General Manager Michael Richards said it was only when the 13-metre high water subsided that the full extent of the damage could be assessed. “All 18 holes were damaged by water and mud. I couldn’t believe my eyes. It was like looking out at a lake,” Mr Richards said. “The clubhouse was spared but there was major damage to the fairways, greens and waterways. We will have to replace the sand, matting and drainage to the bunkers on the course at a cost of approximately $3000 per bunker and the flags, cups and seats were all washed away. We will also have to replace the pumps that water the course. “The overall damage bill will take some time to quantify but we have had a number of fundraising events and received some generous donations, however we are still looking for further donations to help us get back on our feet.” Club president Di Paez said she was delighted by the generous help shown by the McLeod golfing community. “History will show how the 2011 flood decimated the course, but it will also show the commitment demonstrated by the McLeod golfing community to get the course back into tip top shape,” she said. McLeod Country Golf Club was formed in 1968 for both men and women players and their families to enjoy. McLeod Country Golf Club is the only golf club in the Southern hemisphere administered by women and is one of the few such clubs in the world. There is a misconception by some that McLeod is a ‘women’s only’ golf club, however the club welcomes women, men and juniors with regular beginner’s groups held on Thursday mornings and Saturday afternoons. For more information visit www.mcleodgolf.com.au or call the club on 07 3376 3666. TES MA

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McLeod Country Golf Club Mt Ommaney, Brisbane

✔ Only 15 minute drive from the City Have you ever been a member of Brisbane of a golf club before? ✔ No nomination fee gateway members 12 MONTHS MEMBERSHIP ✔ $50 Hospitality voucher FOR ONLY $550! ✔ Free McLeod polo Open ✔ 4 Free golf vouchers for your Now is a great time to join to male mates and female McLeod Country Golf Club ✔ 2 free golf clinics players Conditions apply

Ph: 07 3376 3666

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10,000 and Ten reasons to play at The Palms Golf Course Port Stephens The Palms Golf Course Port Stephens is proud to host a Fundraiser for www.autismaction.org.au on the last Sunday of every month in 2011. The $10,000 Hole-in-One Competition is a two-person Best Ball with Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd. Entry to the competition is only $37 per person. Please phone to register a tee time. More Players and Sponsors are required to make these events bigger and better. Every Sunday is charity day so you can be sure you are playing for a good cause. On Sunday March 6th we had Deborah De Williams from Running Pink while she was running around Australia (www.runningpink.com.au. Running Pink was initially set up in 2006 to raise funds, through Deborah’s epic runs, for the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

$10E-,IN0-O0N0E HOL

AGU & WGA Aﬃliation

The membership and fees are very affordable therefore you can play often without breaking the bank

Oﬃcial Handicaps & Competitions

The course is suitable for all golfing abilities so you will have an enjoyable game whether you are playing off a low handicap and are out for a serious game with other people on a low handicap with the loser buying the first round of beers. You will have as much or more fun if you are a casual player out to spend a pleasant afternoon with some friends, honing your skills. It is also a great course to learn on and lessons are available from our AAA PGA rated coach Mr Greg Ramsey

Suitable for all golﬁng abilities from beginners to pro's

Ladies and children are most welcome, as we do believe one of the most common misconceptions is that the word GOLF is an acronym for Gentlemen Only Ladies Forbidden. This is definitely not true at The Palms Golf Course Port Stephens. The course is made up of a challenging layout of par 3 and par 4 holes with a few water challenges and also a number of wellplaced sand bunkers.

Aﬀordable membership & fees

Ladies and juniors welcome Challenging layout of par 3's and par 4's True greens, well grassed fairways and surrounds Family friendly atmosphere in a quiet, pleasant location Light snacks, coﬀee and refreshments Fully licensed bar available, BBQ facilities and cart hire Easy walking, ﬂat course

The course has true greens with well-grassed green fairways and surrounds making your golf pleasant and enjoyable. The club house has a licensed bar and a well-stocked fridge including soft drinks, or water and juice for the health conscious. The course is nice and flat that is easy to walk around, but if walking is not your thing than there are carts to hire. Time. If you want to play a quick round the front nine is ideal for a fast game. Or why not take your time and play some laid back golf, and enjoy our quiet rural location. Tee times are available every day and you can play from daylight to dark 7 days a week The friendly, helpful staff and members will assist and help you as much or as little as you would like. The Palms Golf Course Port Stephens Corner Nelson Bay Road and Cromarty Lane, Bobs Farm, NSW 2316. Call 02 4982 1670 or visit www.palmsgolf.com.au.

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T: (02) 4982 1670 Cnr Nelson Bay Rd & Cromarty Lane, Bobs Farm NSW 2316

palmsgolf@bigpond.com

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Stay - Play - Spa Noosa’s only Golf & Spa Resort

Ladies who leisure A visit to Noosa Springs Golf & Spa Resort holds a store of surprises for the lady golfer – from sunrise to sunset there’s a full holiday itinerary right here.

Championship 18 hole Golf Course World-class Spa Golf & leisure apparel Award winning dining Luxury accommodation Tennis Fully equipped Fitness Centre 25m heated swimming pool

Experience Noosa at its best – only 3 minutes from Hastings St and famous beaches.

Packages available from (per person - per night)

Book your time out today on 07

$165

5440 3333

*Valid until 18 December 2011. Minimum 2 night stay. Subject to availability & conditions apply. New bookings only. Price based on per person/per night, Quad Share. Twin share rates available.

Noosa Springs is Noosa’s only golf and spa resort, just three minutes from Hastings Street and famous beaches, with the National Park and Lake Weyba at our doorstep. Noosa Springs is a destination within a destination, with a championship 18 hole golf course, world class spa, awardwinning restaurant, luxury accommodation, tennis centre, fitness centre and more. The resort has received a host of awards and top placements that reflect the quality and standard of the golf course among its other features. The 2010 Golf Course Guide voted Noosa Springs in the top 12 best Stay & Play Resorts in Australia as well as top 50 Golf Courses 2000 to 2010, while Golf Australia Magazine included Noosa Springs as one of Australia’s best 20 resort golf courses. They also took the 2010 Superintendents Environment Award, Queensland Golf Industry Awards, for Environmental Excellence, recognising Noosa Springs Golf Course as a prestige property that actually makes a positive contribution to the environment. Centred in Noosa, one of Australia’s natural environment icons, the Springs wouldn’t accept anything less. This is the perfect time to plan your escape to Noosa with the Ladies Day Golf Series at Noosa Springs starting in May & continuing in August & December but don’t feel you have to wait, there’s plenty on offer all year round. A day’s play will see you rollicking around the undulating topography with challenging bunkers, native wildlife and flora and fish stocked lakes – follow with lunch and shopping onsite, and head to The Spa! It’s time for a replenishing treatment to loosen those limbs. Choose from a full day or half-day spa escape or individual treatments. High Tea is also available in the beautifully tranquil Spa courtyard – perfect for a gathering of friends. Stay & Play and Stay & Spa packages are available to suit you. Noosa Springs is open to the public seven days per week.

Links Drive Noosa Heads Q 4567 ~ Phone 07 5440 3333 info@noosasprings.com.au ~ www.noosasprings.com.au

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For further information call (07) 5400 3333 or visit the website www.noosasprings.com.au.

Ann Wilson elected to Life Membership of ALPG At the Annual General Meeting of Australian Ladies Professional Golf held on Wednesday 6th February, the membership elected former President and long serving Board Member, Ann Wilson, to Life Membership of the Organisation.

in the progression of Ladies tournament golf in Australia through her introduction of Daikyo to the tournament sponsor list. Daikyo went on to sponsor five tournaments in Queensland in the early nineties,” said Mackenzie.

Wilson joined the Ladies Professional Golf Association of Australia in February 1986 and in 1987 was elected as a Board member. In 1996 she replaced Dennise Hutton as President and remained in the role until 2010 when current President Sandra Mackenzie took over the helm. Wilson announced her resignation from the Board prior to the Board meeting which preceded the 2011 Annual General Meeting.

Responding to a standing ovation and presentation of flowers, Ann was emotional in expressing her thanks. “I have enjoyed my 24 years and have been so proud to be part of the greatest ‘Club’ in Australia. I am proud of the way the membership has grown and how the profile of women’s professional golf has increased significantly over the years. I am pleased to see there are some young members who are keen to take on Board positions and that is the reason I decided to step down from the Board this year. I’m humbled to accept Life Membership of the ALPG and I look forward to following the future progress of the ALPG.”

President Sandra Mackenzie thanked Ann for the enormous contribution she has made to the Association during her 24 year tenure on the Board. “Ann has been responsible for maintaining a professional profile for the members and the organisation, and she also paid a big part in the development of the teaching program which was introduced in the mid 1990’s. She also played a hand

Wilson joins Betty Dalgleish, Laureen Ford, Sheri Wright, Karrie Webb and Jan Stephenson on the list of ALPG Life Members.

To find your nearest stockist www.tantis.com.au or (07) 3715 5244 www.womensgolfaustralia.com

Stay and play at Sea Temple Resort and Spa Port Douglas Sea Temple Golf Club, Port Douglas is situated at the entrance to Port Douglas, a unique tropical resort village 65 kilometres north of Cairns, international gateway to the Tropical North Queensland region.

Wide verandahs embrace all sides of the clubhouse in true North Queensland style, with sweeping views across the golf course, making it a perfect place to relax, unwind and take in the surroundings after a round.

Carefully crafted across the landscape by world-renowned design architects Thomson, Wolveridge and Perrett, the Sea Temple Golf Club, Port Douglas opened on July 1, 2000, and was initially named The Links.

Operations Manager David Robertson says the commitment of the Sea Temple Golf Club team, is to strive to provide guests with a truly memorable experience.

Comprised of an 18-hole championship golf course and clubhouse, the facilities offer a world-class golfing experience.

“This championship course is superior in every sense of the word, from the quality of the course, the care put into the turf, to the sheer beauty of the surroundings in which you are playing.

The course itself is a unique tropical course, with lush rainforest pockets nestled throughout and magnificent water features providing brilliant colour relief from the many shades of green. Despite the tropical location, the green is surprisingly firm and meticulously maintained. The clubhouse offers a fully-stocked golf shop, breakfast and lunch dining facilities, along with a licensed bar. Changing rooms, showers and locker rooms are also available. The golf shop welcomes reservations for the golf course from 6.30 am.

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Ask Jenny

Ask Jenny… Jenny Sevil Golf Professional Jenny Sevil is one of Australia’s most successful lady professional golfers. A winner on both the Australian and Japanese golf circuits in the ’90s, Jenny became a well-known personality in the sporting public. As well as competing on the Australian and Japanese golf tours, Jenny is now busy with corporate golf, motivational speaking and the media. Most recently, and her most passionate venture, is to help the up-andcoming players of Australia reach their potential.

Dear readers, you can either email or write to Jenny Sevil, Womens GOLF writer and professional golfer, with a question that Jenny will research for answers, or give her own personal opinion on. If you have a question on a rule, etiquette or any general question pertaining to golf or the golfing world, contact Jenny at jawsevil@hotmail.com. Dear Reader, I am going to do the reverse of my role here and ask the readers of Women’s Golf Australia for some feedback on women’s golf lessons and clinics. Recently I was a guest at a ladies golf day and was asked by some ladies if I gave private lessons and also, did I do group lessons for ladies, like I do for my junior girls? I was surprised by this as I know there are other female professionals on the coast offering lessons and clinics. Questions: • Are lady golfers aware of the number of female teaching professional throughout Australia and how to find them? • Do they need more fun group lessons with girl friends? • What sort of money are you happy to pay for a private lesson and also a group lesson? • Do you prefer having a lesson with a male or female professional, or does it not matter and depends on the pro? I would appreciate if I could get some feed back regarding this, so please email me with your answers. Thanks, Jenny. Dear Jenny, I am having real trouble with my putting. I have changed my putter four times and just can’t get any feel. Any tips to get back on track? Jamie. Reply: Putting to me is based primarily on feel. You see the putt, you decide on the line and you roll the ball on that line. The more you take time to think about your putting stroke, for example, looking to whether you’re taking it inside out or vice versa the more trouble you will have. If you pick a spot directly in front of your ball on your intended line and just get the ball rolling over that line, then you are on track to putting better. Try to keep the putter as low to the ground through impact as well. Give it a go or treat yourself to a lesson from your local professional. Jenny.

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Dear Jenny, What are you thoughts on physical fitness and muscle building to help play better golf? Gavin. Reply: Over the years we have seen golfers become fitter and more toned. I believe that it will of course help to play better golf and be more consistent if you are fit. If you are able to play your round of 18 holes without becoming tired and fatigued, it will most definitely help. I believe you need to be careful what muscles you build up for golf. It is definitely a good thing to strengthen your core muscles and legs, but be careful not to bulk up through the neck and shoulders. This may result in less flexibility which could restrict your ability to swing the golf club fluidly. Dear Jenny, I am a 36 handicap golfer and I have been playing for about six years now. Even though I seem to hit the ball ok, I can’t seem to reduce my handicap any further. Do you have any tips or suggestion that might help? Lisbeth. Reply: Do you spend any time practising your short game, i.e., chipping and putting? Most golfers tend to spend any practise time they have hitting golf balls or just playing golf on course. Try spending half an hour once a week at the chipping green and another 15-20 minutes practising your putting. If you can consistently save one or two shots a round around the greens, your handicap is sure to come down. Also, set yourself a specific goal. For example: write down “I will reduce my handicap by three strokes by the end of August.” Put this somewhere where you can read it regularly. It will make you want to head out to the practise green! Dear Jenny, I am an elderly lady and I love my golf, but I hate those dreaded bunkers. I just can’t get out of them. I feel I am too weak. Can you help please? Enid. Reply: You are not alone. Most golfers, ladies in particular, lack confidence in bunkers. I agree it can be

Ask Jenny difficult if you are not very strong. However, try the following: Make sure that you take a slow deliberate back swing. Make a shoulder turn, (too many players just swing back with their arms, this will give you very little power).Most importantly, make a good follow through. (a very common mistake is to stop on the ball and try to dig it out and failing to follow through). Hope this helps Enid. Regards, Jenny. Dear Jenny, I just recently purchased a hybrid club and was wondering if you could advise on the best way to approach using the strange looking club. I am torn between working out whether it is an iron or a wood. What are your thoughts? Terri. Reply: Even though the new hybrid clubs look more like a wood they were developed to make long iron play easier. So I suggest you swing the club as you would a three wood – with a ‘sweeping’ motion rather than hitting down on the ball. The design of the club will do the work for you! Dear Jenny, I was just wondering if you have any basic tips on hitting the ball further, or getting more power. Ali.

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Reply: The basic key in my opinion to gain any power is to correctly transfer your weight. Many golfers suffer from the reverse pivot action, which transfers the weight in the opposite way than it should be. For the right handed golfer, they tilt their weight to the left, and tilt back to the right when hitting through the ball. You need to transfer your weight to the right hand side of your body on the way back and then to the left side during impact and the follow through. Good luck trying this. Jenny.

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Mind Games

“Letting go”

By Jenny Sevil

I once read that if you try to grab running water, from under a tap for example, you actually stop the flow, but if you hold your hand under the water there will be an endless supply of the water. There is an analogy to compare life experiences with this flowing water image, for example, when people try too hard or become too desperate to achieve something, they actually break the flow of allowing things to just happen. You often hear people comment “Oh, you are just trying too hard”, (but what does this mean?). One thing is for sure though is the same result … that is, falling short of your intended goal or a failure to achieve. I know that this exact thing happens in golf on every level, from the professional to the club amateur to the very beginner. The professionals puts so much pressure on themselves to play well, it can be the exact thing that stops them from ever really reaching their potential (despite possessing a great swing and an all round good golf game). The club players also put a certain amount of pressure on themselves in similar ways: trying too hard to break their handicap, or win the weekend competition for example. The beginner, also sabotages themselves by just trying too hard to hit the ball! Let’s look more closely at what happens to all three golfers and look at some things that can combat ‘stopping the flow’ of producing good consistent golf results. Firstly: The professional golfer. There are many examples of pressure (grabbing at the running water), sabotaging the results sought after by a professional golfer. Achieving goals is sometimes very difficult, especially for the rookie pro. In my mind, the pressures of qualifying schools - where the aspiring tour professional is competing for rights to play on a professional circuit - is more pressure than any other tournament. Performance at a qualifying school ultimately determines whether a professional golfer has a job year in or year out. The mental challenge for a player facing qualifying school is how to go to an event like this and not ‘try too hard’. Interestingly, often when a professional returns home year after year after missing out on qualifying school, the members at the local golf club cannot understand why the player can’t get through when they have seen this player’s great golf game, seen them regularly shoot low scores at home or in small tournaments, but just not at qualifying school. Many a great player has given the game away due to the heart ache and frustration of not being able to get onto a tour with the potential to make a decent living. This is where we learn

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that there is so much more to becoming a great professional than just having the ability to play good golf. We have witnessed many great players’ inability to get the job done when coming down the stretch, in the final few holes when they are in a position to win. This of course is more conspicuous when in major events when there is more focus on those tournaments. The pressure is heightened by possible accolades, the big money, the prestige, all of which build to a point which hinders the player’s ability to complete the task by trusting in the ‘flow’ to allow their golf game take them on to win. Similarly, you often see golfers who become renowned for consistently finishing second in a tournament, unable to crack that first win. I remember in my professional career the first few years were such a struggle, I was always just missing cuts and trying so hard. It wasn’t until it came to the point when I almost gave up, that things turned around. I had decided to give the Japanese qualifying school one shot and I said to myself that if I didn’t get through then that was it, I was going to find another job. It was as if I took the pressure off myself in a way and just allowed myself to play golf without being too concerned about the result (knowing that I could do something else if it didn’t work out). So, as it turned out, I did actually get through qualifying school and earned my card to play on the JLPGA Tour. I went on to enjoy eight successful years. I also remember one year I was really pushing myself to win and earn enough money to keep my ranking in the top 50. I had finished second in one tournament early on in the year and was in a good position to perhaps win another tournament a few weeks later. I worked out in my mind that I didn’t need to win to keep my ranking, I simply needed to make the cuts and finish in the top ten or twenty. So what do you think happened? I took the pressure off, removed the focus of winning, and yes I did win! Strange really … The Club Golfer: Club golfers also put pressure on themselves. Everyone likes to play well in the club championships, some of the special events on the golfing calendar, or even just the weekend comp. However, these can be the times one actually produces their worst golf results. They are once again guilty of ‘trying too hard’. How often have you played a round of golf where you arrive at the course confident, all pumped up to play well. You then start disastrously, but don’t give up. You keep trying harder and harder, but this only seems to compound the mistakes until you finally realise that !his is not your day, you relax, without any further expectation and then all of a sudden you play the last few holes brilliantly! Similarly, sometimes the golfer plays the first nine holes really well, maybe a few strokes under their handicap and then they start to think of the result for the 18 holes, perhaps winning the competition, only to end up playing the second nine badly. The reverse can happen when you play horrible for the first nine, then you don’t really care about the back nine and that’s when you play well. It is all a result of the pressure you put on yourself and the subsequent negative effect this has on your golf game. Recently I was at a ladies golf day and I was stationed on a par three hole hitting shots to the green for each group that came

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to get results through. Some of the golfers enjoy this, but for many it is added pressure for them. They worry that a professional is going to be watching them hit a shot. I see them panic in front of me. I even had a couple of ladies comment “Oh, I was trying too hard because you were watching”. What happens here is that they totally lose focus on their golf swing, then rush the shot because they are worried about what I might think. In actual fact I am not there to criticize or judge them at all. The Beginner Golfer: As strange as it may seem, I think the biggest mistake the beginner golfer makes is trying too hard to ‘hit the ball’ or make contact. I believe if you can learn to build a golf swing and execute that swing, hitting the ball will just happen as a result of the swing execution. You see this when you watch other golfers make a good practise swing, but when the ball is in front of them, they tense up and produce a different swing to the practice routine. Anxiety causes them to lift their head to see where the ball has gone etc. So, the presence of the ball creates the pressure. The positive thought should be that if I make a good swing, just like the practice swing, watch the ball and let the club do the work as the ball gets in the way. As soon as the thought turns to ‘hitting’ the ball, the result is a jerky panic action at the ball and most likely a poor shot will result. The smooth fluid practice swing has gone to waste. So there we have it. Pressure, expectations and nerves can all ruin a golfer’s potential to perform well whether they are playing on the professional golf circuit, in the local monthly medal competition or on the driving range in a beginner’s clinic. If they can learn to ‘let go’ of the results thought and focus on the positive execution of each individual shot, the likelihood of a good result and/or a good score, is more likely.

• Trick your mind. Tell yourself it is just another round of golf. If you feel nervous on a particular shot, or if some one is watching you, just say to yourself ,“I am just on the driving range; I have hit this shot many times”. • Develop a pre-shot routine. This turns the focus away from nerves or the final result because you are thinking about nothing but the routine you will apply to every shot. Repetition produces consistency. • Breathe! When you feel nervous and trying to keep a good round together, breathe long deep breaths. This will slow you down and remove the tendency for you to rush your shots. If you practise the key points above every time you play and practise, you will find that under pressure or when you really want to perform well you have some tools to fall back on. So, just let your golf swing flow and let go of the results, they will just happen!

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I believe the following points are the key to producing good results and will help during those pressure moments: • One shot at a time. Focus only on the drive, the iron, the chip, the putt, NOT the score, not the end result. • Visualization. Stand over the ball and see where you want it to go.

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Tips & Training

Do you struggle in bunkers? Of all the women who attend the academy, I would say that 90% would include bunker play high on their priorities. Of that 90%, I guess maybe 60% of women just really want a reliable shot that will get them out every time and on to the green. Why do women struggle in bunkers? By rights it should be the easiest shot in golf as it’s the only shot where you don’t actually have to hit the ball.

the sand a little easier, but not too much, maybe just ½ inch at the most.

But the reality is that a large majority of women do struggle to get out of bunkers. In the main there are 2 reasons. Firstly most women have a slower swing speed than men, and secondly women are not as strong in the wrists.

Position your golf ball in line with the instep of your forward foot, just like a tee shot. Playing your ball more forward in your stance will help to position the ball later in the swing so that the club head will enter the sand before striking your golf ball.

Because the sand acts as such a buffer between the club and the ball, it’s necessary to generate some club head speed to be able slide the club through the sand as it meets resistance. You need enough speed to hit the sand out and the ball with it. So to have a reliable shot that will get women out of bunkers with certainty requires a different technique to what is normally taught.

Dig your feet into the sand. Digging your feet into the sand also helps to lower the bottom of your swing and will help you to contact the sand before the ball and helps to ensure a nice long divot in the sand.

Firstly and most importantly – a square stance: In other words, your feet should be parallel to the target line just as they are for a normal full swing. Due the fact that you will not open the club face to maximize the distance it won’t be necessary to open your stance. Keep the clubface square at address. If the sand is soft, then you can open the face a little to help the club slide through

Hold your hands high on the grip of the club. By placing your hands toward the top of the handle, you maximize the length of your sand wedge, which will help it to be able to hit the sand firmly.

Focus on a spot 2 to 3 inches behind the ball. This is where you want to enter the sand. Don’t focus on the ball as that is not where you are trying to hit. Just look at the sand where you want the club to enter. Finally, a little attitude with a full finish. Since the sand acts as such a buffer between the club face and the ball, it will be necessary for the low club head speed player to take what feels like a very full swing with a full finish. For most women this will feel its about the same tempo as you would have for a full 7 iron shot Don’t worry about the ball going to far. The sand slows the club head down as it slides through. As long as you hit the spot 2 to 3 inches behind the ball and swing through the sand to a full finish the ball will come out and land on the green. Of course if you hit the ball, then you might be in trouble, so really focus hard on the sand where you want the club to enter. A spot 2 to 3 inches behind the ball. To ensure that the swing has all the speed that you are able to generate, you will lift your trailing foot so that your heel comes up as your body turns forward and as the foot rotates up to the toe.

Left: the traditional bunker stance; Right: the required stance.

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five under par with Canadian Jessica Shepley and New South Wales’ Frances Bondad. At the end of the second round it was Bondad again who shared the top spot with The Gailes Club Member at 9 under par. Ashley was off to a flying start in the final round with birdies on the first two holes. She then played steady golf to build up a 3 shot lead with four holes remaining. However, American Alison Walshe, who was playing in the group before Ashley, finished strongly with birdies on the final three holes. Alison just missed her eagle putt on the 18th to finish at 11 under par. Ashley needed to par the 18th to secure her win and sprayed her second shot, which ended in the trees on the right of the green. Her third shot flew over the green, leaving her with a tricky up and down to make her par. Using her ”favourite wedge” she handled the enormous pressure with aplomb playing a fantastic pitch to less than ½ metre from the cup and calmly tapped in her putt for the win, finishing at 12 under par. The 19 year old had held her nerve on the last hole in the final round to secure the ActewAGL Royal Canberra Ladies Classic over the star studded field. After posting a final round three-under par 70, the 2009 Australian Girls Amateur champion’s emotions were there for the large gallery to witness. Tears were flowing and she was swamped by two of her Aunties who had followed her for the entire 54 holes. Ashley said she was “ Very, very excited and very, very happy, it was definitely my biggest win. I think this is a great stepping stone, I now have the confidence to match it with these girls”, an emotional Ashley said after her win.

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When asked if she would have liked to have been able to accept the money, she replied “No, I just wanted to win the Tournament, to have the Title and the Trophy is enough”. Runner-up Alison Walshe, was very philosophical with her effort. “Ashley played great, I played well and kept it strong but she just played better. I am totally happy with the way I played today”. Outright third was second round co-leader Frances Bondad (70) who finished two shots back at 10 under par, while Women’s NSW Open winner Sweden’s Caroline Headwall (72), Canadian Jessica Shepley (72) and defending champion Kristie Smith (67) all shared fourth position. Queensland Katherine Hull (70) and American Beth Allen (67) finished tied for seventh position. Local star Nikki Campbell posted her best round of the week, a 4 under par 69 to finish tied for tenth at 5 under par. Crowd favourite Laura Davies couldn’t get her putter going and finished tied for 16th after a 76 final round.

Paula Creamer’s pink inspiration Reigning US Open Champion, and TaylorMade-adidas Golf (TMaG) player, Paula Creamer, took time out of her preparations for the HSBC Women’s Champions back in February to meet with six of her most ardent fans in Singapore at an exclusive skills clinic organised by TaylorMade-adidas Golf (TMaG), the leading manufacturer of golf equipment. The fans from the Singapore Ladies Pink Golfers Club did not just have the opportunity to meet their golfing idol but also received some hands on coaching from Creamer. Held against a background of Creamer’s favourite colour, pink, the fans were clearly inspired by the activity and eager to learn as much as possible from her. Paula guided them through chipping techniques before getting the fans to take part in a mini challenge on the spot. Creamer said about the event “It’s great that we get to do clinics with these ladies and it’s very special to have TaylorMade–adidas Golf involved. I think it’s especially nice to come to a country that values women’s golf.”

Stella Tay, one of the fans participating and organizer of the Singapore Ladies Pink Golfers Club, said “The Pink Golfers is a group of ladies looking to develop their golf, our motto is to play well, look good and live well and we believe that Paula Creamer embodies this and is an inspiration for all women. She taught us that confidence is very important and you must practice all the time if you want to improve.” Creamer has won 11 tournaments as a Professional, including 9 LPGA Tour Events and has been as high as number 2 on the Rolex Rankings. TaylorMade-adidas Golf has announced that their relationship will continue with LPGA Tour professional Paula Creamer. Currently ranked No. 10 in the Rolex rankings and the reigning U.S. Women’s Open champion, Creamer will continue to play with TaylorMade golf clubs, wear the TaylorMade logo on the left side and back of her headwear, use a TaylorMade staff bag and wear adidas Golf apparel and her signature PAULA footwear.

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LETAS announces 2011 schedule The 2011 Ladies European Tour Access Series (LETAS), featuring a minimum of five events across Europe, will commence with the Terre Blanche Ladies Open from March 16–18. As a consequence of its successful inaugural staging last season, the Terre Blanche Ladies Open will continue at Golf de Terre Blanche, Domaine de Terre Blanche, France, with a €25,000 prize purse. The La Nivelle Ladies Open will take place at Golf de la Nivelle in Ciboure, France, from April 13–15 with a prize fund of €25,000. The Dinard Ladies Open, with a minimum prize fund of €25,000, will be staged at Dinard Golf, Saint Briac Sur Mer, France, from May 12–14. The Trophée Preven’s will get underway at Golf de Bussy

Caroline Afonso, winner of the 2010 LETAS Ranking

Guermantes, Bussy Saint Georges, France, from October 13–15 with a prize fund of €25,000. The schedule currently concludes with the Murcia Ladies Open at La Manga Club Resort, in Cartagena, Spain, which will feature a minimum purse of €20,000. Di Barnard, Tour Director of the LET Access Series, commented: “We are extremely encouraged at the level of interest that the LET Access Series has received and we are expecting to add more events to the schedule over the next couple of months. “The success of the LET Access Series in 2010 has clearly contributed to the development of its players and enabled them to make great strides in their fledgling careers as they progress onto the Ladies European Tour. “We have been further inspired by the superb support of our many partners and sponsors whom we sincerely thank, particularly in this challenging economic climate. We would particularly like to thank the tournament promoters and venues who helped to make the 2010 season a success and have continued to support us as we continue to grow the tour in 2011.” For more information on the LET Access Series visit www.letaccess.com.

Newcastle Airport annual Charity Golf Day Newcastle Airport’s Golf Day was held on Monday March 14th at Pacific Dunes. The field of 39 teams (156 players) played 4-person Ambrose with an 11am shotgun start. We handed over a cheque for $40,000 to the Hunter Breast Cancer Foundation which included the monies raised from the event and Newcastle Airport’s $10,000 donation to the Foundation. We donated a cheque for $30,000 in 2010 and $15,000 in 2009. A team of Surfest surfers participated in the day – Adrian (Ace) Buchan, Glenn Hall, Russel Malonie and, Beau Van Sreaten. They placed seventh overall. They also signed a surf board which sold for $1,900 by live auction during the dinner presentation. The Tinkler Group had a team who were represented by the Newcastle Jets – Michael Bridges, Andy Piggott, Steve Docherty and Dick Maclean. First place went to reigning champions, the OAS Group (second year running). Second place was SNP Security with the Tinkler Group in third. Last place, which we aptly titled the ‘Booby Prize’, went to the Hunter Breast Cancer Foundation team.

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“We were blown away by the final tally – $40,000 is just a huge amount for us and can really make the difference in the lives of women and men in the Hunter who are going through breast cancer treatments. In addition to the funds raised, we also appreciate events like this as it gives us the opportunity to spread the word about our services. “Everything went off without a hitch and the effort that the team at the Airport put in was evident. It’s quite often the little things that count and the event was professionally run in every sense. Thank you again, the partnership we have with Newcastle Airport is highly valued and appreciated”. Hunter Breast Cancer Foundation “Newcastle Airport has a significant role to play within this region. Of course its role as a hub of transport is well known and we are most proud of its continued success. But it is its role within the community that identifies and supports areas of need that sets it apart”. Rosalie Taggart, President of Hunter Breast Cancer Foundation

Womens GOLF Magazine (once again) supports the South Pacific Ladies Open Classic and Masters/ Seniors (55+ Nationally ranked) The 39th South Pacific Ladies Open Classic And Masters/Seniors will be held at The Surfers Paradise Golf Club on Sunday 22nd May 2011 – Mixed Foursomes and Monday 23rd–25th May – Classic and Masters/Seniors. Surfers Paradise Golf Club is just one event away from their 40th Anniversary when they host the 39th South Pacific Ladies Open Classic this year. This prestigious event opens with a Mixed Foursomes event on Sunday 22nd May. The following three days of stroke play include the two categories as follows: • Open Classic – maximum handicap 22 • Masters/Seniors Event: Age 45-54 maximum handicap 27 and Age 55+ maximum handicap 34.

2010 South Pacific Ladies Open Classic winner, Saki Suzuki and 2009 South Pacific Ladies Open Classic winner, Courtney Massey

Channel 9 supporting the event. Sporting great and foundation member of the Surfers Paradise Golf Club, Daphne Pirie, is the Media Liaison who provides very interesting and concise stories each day. Daphne represented Australia in hockey in 1955, she is a foundation member of the Surfers Paradise Golf Club and a well known sporting identity on the Gold Coast.

The South Pacific has traditionally had a strong field with players coming from all over Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea and the Cook Islands. Former winners of the event include Corinne Dibnah, Saki Suzuki, Courtney Massey, Su Hyun Oh, Cecilia Nha and 8 time LPGA Winner Rachel Hetherington. Rachel has recently retired from Tour golf and as a new Honorary member of the Surfers Paradise Golf Club, is now here to support the South Pacific Ladies Classic. She will be presenting trophies as well as signing autographs and conducting a clinic. Th e C l a s s i c i s w e l l supported by the Surfers Paradise Associates and Memb ers, with many members volunteering their assistance throughout the event including billeting. There are a limited number of billets available, so please advise of your requirement as soon as possible. The Gold Coast media are integral to the success of the South Pacific Ladies Open Classic with Gold Coast Radio 92.5FM and NBN 2010 South Pacific Ladies Open Classic winner, Saki Suzuki and Ali Orchard equal runner up.

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Katherine Hull scoops Club Car Series pool Queenslander Katherine Hull was rewarded for her loyalty and great play when she topped the points table and claimed first place in the bonus pool when the 2010-11 Club Car Series was completed. Following a stellar 2010 during which she captured her second LPGA title at the LPGA Navistar Classic and finished runner-up in the 2010 Ricoh Women’s British Open, Katherine impressed all parties when she committed to the early-January Club Car Series Pro-Ams as well as the Bing Lee/Samsung NSW Women’s Open and ActewAGL Royal Canberra Ladies Classic. Her strong performances in the Pro-Ams set up a commanding lead on the Series points table. She placed third at the NRE Gujurat Russell Vale Short Course Challenge, before posting back-to-back wins in the NSW Southern Highlands at the Moss Vale Golf Club Ladies Classic and the Mount Broughton Ladies Classic. Katherine posted a two round total of 11-under par at Moss Vale, followed by a two day score of 10-under at the inaugural Mt Broughton event. Heading into the next Club Car Series event, with double points on offer at the Bing Lee/Samsung NSW Women’s Open, Katherine had established a sizable lead over next best placed, Sarah-Jane Smith who had posted four top-5 finishes. A 4th place for Katherine added further points and saw her 400 points clear of Sarah-Jane, along with Adelaide’s Stephanie Na, whose

runner-up finish at Oatlands gave her the maximum points with the winner, Sweden’s Caroline Hedwall, ineligible for the Series. When Katherine recorded a 7th place result at the Royal Canberra Classic, ahead of both Sarah-Jane and Stephanie, she established an unassailable lead. The remaining six placegetters were determined following the Lady Anne Funerals RydeParramatta Pro-am in late February. Katherine accepted her Club Car Series Winner Trophy and the $6,000 cheque from Kevin Gates – Vice President, Club Car Asia Pacific, and said she had enjoyed all events, and was happy to win her first Club Car Series. “I am really happy to come and play these events and support the ALPG Tour. It is fun and I like playing the regional courses, there are some great courses and I enjoy playing the Pro-Am format. I think it’s a great concept (the Club Car Series) which attracts some very strong fields for these one and two day events. I’d just like to thank Kevin for his ongoing support of the ALPG Tour, I think this is the fifth Club Car Series, we really do appreciate it.” Gates said Club Car is proud to be aligned with the ALPG Tour, saying, “We see the ALPG Tour as a great product and a perfect fit for our brand. It is fantastic to have Katherine as our winner this year. She is great for the game and her participation in these events adds so much to the profile of the Series.”

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Karrie Webb captures HSBC Champions in Singapore Australia’s Karrie Webb secured her 37th LPGA title in February with a victory at the HSBC Women’s Champions in Singapore. Webb came from three shots behind with eight holes to play to prevail by one shot over Japan’s Chie Arimura, with new World No.1 Yani Tseng a further two shots back in outright third.

With nothing to lose and playing in the final group in her chase for five straight titles to start the year, Tseng began her pursuit of the leaders with a birdie on the 2nd hole to be five behind. When Arimura made bogey at the 5th hole to Tseng’s birdie, the lead was only three, which soon enough turned into a one shot buffer when Tseng made birdies at both the 6th and 7th holes. By this stage it was a race in three with no other players making any sort of a charge. All three players made birdies at the 9th hole to leave Arimura at 11-under par and Webb and Tseng at 10-under. Arimura moved quickly to a 3-shot lead after both of her playing partners made bogeys at the 10th while she notched her second birdie of the day at the same hole. The relative comfort of a 3-shot lead was short-lived for Arimura as Webb began a stretch of four birdies in a row at the next hole; a hole where Arimura had made bogey to reduce her lead to one. Webb’s birdie on the 12th saw her join Arimura in the lead while Tseng made another bogey to fall three behind. By the time they walked off the 14th green, Webb’s four birdies saw her two shots in front but this was short-lived, as she made a bogey at the 15th. Tseng was now out of it, three behind with three to play.

Karrie Webb charges home to win Aussie Karrie Webb fired a final round of 66, six-under-par, on March 21st, enabling her to win the Founders Cup by one stroke. Webb, 36, trailed the 2nd round leader, Angela Stanford by six strokes before commencing her last round of the 54-hole event in Phoenix, Arizona. After holing a 1m putt on the 18th hole for par, Karrie appeared to be destined for a playoff with Brittany Lincicombe who started her last round 3 strokes behind Stanford, but as Stanford’s game fell apart, Lincicombe and Webb were even after they had both played the 17th. The American bogeyed the 18th hole to give the Australian veteran the title.

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Arimura had led the tournament from the first round after opening with a 4-under par 68, to which she added a 6-under par 66 in the second round. Meanwhile, Webb had kept pace with rounds of 70 and 66 to be two shots off the pace heading into the weekend. She picked up a shot on the young Japanese player in the third round, to be one shot off the lead heading into the final round. There was daylight between Webb and third placed Tseng, who was a massive six shots off the pace and five behind Webb with one round to play.

All three players made birdie at the 16th before all playing to par at the last two holes to leave Webb with a one-shot victory. After her round, Webb said, “I feel great to be sitting here. It’s definitely a world class event and we have the best players in the world here. For me personally, to win this event, to win this early in the year, I really hope it sets things up for a great run.” The win moves Webb to second on the 2011 Official Money List after placing third in the first event of the year in Thailand. She now has $300,294 in season earnings and also crossed the US $16 million mark with the $210,000 winner’s cheque, to sit second on the all-time career money list with only Sweden’s Annika Sorenstam in front of her, albeit a distant $ 6 million in front of Webb. Of the other Australians in the field, Katherine Hull finished in a tie for 21st at 2-over par, while Lindsey Wright was just a shot further back at 3-over in a tie for 24th.

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PGA announces new CEO The Professional Golfers Association of Australia Limited (PGA) announced the appointment of its new Chief Executive Officer, Brian Thorburn. Following an extensive search, Brian will take over the reins of the PGA from Max Garske who retires from the role in July 2011. “The Board is pleased to have been able to appoint Brian Thorburn at this time as he will enjoy the benefit of a significant transition period with the current CEO, Max Garske, who retires from the PGA after almost thirty years distinguished service,” PGA Chairman, Mark Gibson said today. Brian Thorburn held executive positions for over twenty years in the banking sector with CitiBank, The State Bank of NSW and

Westpac prior to moving into sports management in 1996. Before establishing 24/7 Sports, a sports marketing, promotions and events management company, he was the Commercial Director of the Australian Rugby Union. “We thank Max for his years of service and contribution and we now look to Brian to lead the PGA over the coming years and to implement the new strategic plan set for the organisation by the Board.” he said. Brian Thorburn said “With such an exciting future for professional golf, It’s a great privilege & honour to have been appointed to lead the PGA, and I’m looking forward to the challenge & the significant opportunities in front of us”

Your dream golf lifestyle is just a click away The founder of the Golfing Homes website, Patsi Brown, lives in the residential golfing community of Horizons Golf Resort at Salamander Bay. The Community Association of Horizons until recently restricted the display a “For Sale” signs on properties. – a situation that occurs within many golfing communities. Also, there was the added problem of the properties being in a “gated estate”, a foreign notion for the local real estate agents! Given that the most likely buyers of a golfing residence are going to be golfers, it was obvious that these restrictions retarded vendor opportunities to sell their properties. Patsi decided to set up a small web site with the express purpose of helping residents within Horizons to market their properties. As the idea grew, so did the amount of visits to the site over a very short period. In mid-July 2010 it was decided to take the concept to the next step and have the site designed professionally and place the concept on a commercial basis that would at least recompense the outgoing expenses associated with developing such a site. The problems associated with finding these unique properties comes in a variety of ways. Either the golf course properties are listed with a number of local real estate agents or they are marketed by a developer or a combination of the two. Unless the prospective purchaser has specific knowledge of the golf course or the geographical area and real estate agents, finding these unique properties is, to say the least, difficult. With the growing number of overseas visits to the site, this factor is of real

importance. The “one stop shop” approach is the obvious way to simplify the search for nonlocals, ex-pats and overseas investors alike in finding these desirable and unique properties. On the domestic front, It’s surprising how many avid golfers really aren’t aware of which golf courses actually have a residential component. Patsi and her husband George are both keen golfers. George, a retired commercial television executive, has been able to greatly assist in the initial stages of marketing the concept in a broader spectrum. “Although very time consuming, personally meeting with the marketing personnel of the individual golf courses, developers and real estate agents, is the most productive way to create awareness of the site.” says George. He went on, “With times being particularly tough right now, it’s not good enough for the developer or agents to be just ‘order takers’. They need to be pro-active and achieve exposure for their product that will produce results.” Even though it’s early days, golfinghomes.com.au is currently carrying about 200 properties all of which either have golf course frontage or are within golfing communities. In addition, manufacturers of golf equipment such as Club Car and GCR golf recognising the site potential, support and advertise on the site. Readers who would like to speak with either Patsi or George can contact them through the website or by emailing caddy@golfinghomes.com.au.

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Tees & Tiaras Charity Golf Event Wednesday 1st December 2010 dawns, its 5am, the alarm sounds and tentatively 132 ladies from all over Brisbane glance out their windows willing it to be fine. We don’t mind if the sky is grey, but please NO MORE RAIN, not for today anyway! Whew, we breathe a sigh of relief … so far so good! Now which outfit to wear? Mustn’t forget the brolly and as a parting thought packing the rain gear seems like a good plan – just in case! After downing a hasty cup of coffee, it’s into the car and off to Brookwater Golf and Country Club for the inaugural Tees and Tiaras Ladies Golf day. The event starts with a Monster putt competition with the winner only inches from sinking her ball into the hole… we glance skyward and dare the threatening skies to dampen our enthusiasm for the day ahead. After a briefing on what’s in store for the day ahead we are led out to our respective staring tees by the ever endearing Brookwater staff … the course looks in fabulous condition despite the recent rain. Mmm… some holes did look a bit challenging on the way around; thankfully it’s an Ambrose event… the mulligans are sure to come in handy… (if only we had purchased a couple more!) The day doesn’t disappoint, the course is magnificent and despite the odd shower we are kept entertained by a variety of on course activities with each hole offering something different and challenging. Post golf it was into the gorgeous club house and after a well‑deserved glass of bubbly, we were treated to a magnificent two-course lunch. Prior to presentation and raffle draws we were enlightened about a debilitating disease called neurofibromatosis specifically NF2. One of the members at the club Michelle Jesberg has this relatively unknown disease and the day was organised by Naomi McIntosh from Drummond Golf Underwood to raise awareness and funds for the Neurofibromatosis Association.

Michelle’s Dad, Ray Eustace and Emily (a member of the NFAA who has a child with this disease) enlightened us about how the illness has affected them and their families. Next it was onto prize draws (with prizes awarded on every hole as well as to the winners) and then onto raffle draws. One lucky winner received a trip to New Zealand, another won a BMW for a weekend and none of us could believe just how many prizes were awarded. Thanks to generous sponsors and players, the day raised $5500 which will be donated to the Neurofibromatosis Association. What an awesome achievement for the first Tees and Tiaras event! This event will be held twice per year at Brookwater Golf and Country Club on the first Wednesday in June and December. Enquiries regarding sponsorship or registration can be directed to Naomi McIntosh: underwood@drummondgolf.com.

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HOT WINTER Daily Sports “Our Heart Beats For Golf” The design team in Sweden have again created a truly versatile co-ordinated collection of ladies golf and leisurewear. As always attention to detail and quality are paramount. This season Daily Sports present leopard prints with soft colour accents, fine stripes mixed with argyles. Solid colours feature melrose, with silver and black; campari and indigo with crisp white; neutrals with soft pinks and blues. Easy care fabrics always have some stretch quality, for comfort and ease of movement. Polos have a

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40+ UV sun protection … a plus for golf in Australia. The “miracle” ultimate pro stretch pants, capris and skorts continue to be a success, highlighting all the detailing for which Daily Sports has become known. Fine silver zips with interesting zip pulls, tiny studs, and ball markers. One story we liked was the fine checked wind capri, skort and pant. So light … blow away your competition in these! For the cooler days, add a Daily Sports wind vest, wind safe and breathable, action backed with plenty of pockets and zips.

Accessories always play an important part in the collections; adjustable visors, caps, bucket hats, crushable straw hats and now a new addition of the very fashionable western hat. Belts complete any well dressed ladies outfit, and Daily Sports offer an assortment with high quality silver and gold ornaments. Wear the leather belt in white or black and look like a pro! Visit any premium golf store in Australia and you can enjoy the Daily experience. For enquiries email: dailysports@resortlife.com.au or visit www.dailysports.se.

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FASHION SPORTE LEISURE Autumn/Winter 2011 LADIES RANGE Sporte Leisure’s New 2011 Winter Range includes a wide variety of women’s jackets, short sleeve wind and rain jackets and pant styles in both SporteLite and Stretch-Lite fabrications. Stretch-Lite is Sporte Leisure’s premium outerwear fabric. Utilising the latest waterproofing technology, these garments will keep you drier than ever before. Featuring a sporty contrast design with raglan sleeves for greater movement, using highly

Golf Kids Melbourne man Tim Nelson had so much trouble finding quality golf clothes for his kids, that he decided to start has own label, Golfkid. Having attended the 2009 JB Were Australian Masters, Tim was fed up with the complete lack of products available for the younger generation. Tim’s frustration soon led to action and 12 months later Golfkid was launched at the same event the entire concept was created – the 2010 Masters.

waterproof and breathable fabric, the four way stretch fabric provides great movement for ultimate playing comfort. It is seam sealed and holds a threeyear waterproof guarantee. Ladies Claremont Stretch Lite Rain Jacket (SLR035), available in Black/ White and White/ Black, RRP $179.95. The exclusive 2011 Winter Range is now available. Take a look at the full range at www.sporte-leisure.com.au or call 02 9693 5777 for stockists.

Fast becoming a favourite among kids, Mums and Grandparents throughout Australia; the Golfkid range features colourful attire including polo shirts, shorts and skorts as well as youthfriendly accessories such as ball-markers. With different fits for the boys and girls, the Golfkid clothing are all made with the active kid in mind with high quality materials and production designed to stand the test of time.

kangaroo mascots that feature on the polo sleeves! Golfkid is now available at Sandhurst Club, Albert Park Driving Range ,Growling Frog, The Online Golf Club, Peter Croker Golf Academy and Flinders Golf Club. For more information, stockists and to check out the range and order online go to www.golfkid.com.au.

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Twisty Cap Visor By Precious Cargo Over the past decade or more, us women have become more conscious of wearing a protective hat/ cap to reduce the UV rays on our heads. Our head takes the brunt of the sun whilst outside doing any activity. Lucky for us, Precious Cargo have launched a new style of visor called the Twisty Cap Visor The Twisty Cap Visor is: • more comfortable than a cap and will not provoke a headache;

• extra wide brim for greater protection; • one size fits all; • washable, by hand; • packable; and • wonderful for tennis, golf, boating, walking or anything at all. Made in Queensland’s sunny Gold Coast, Precious Cargo™ specialises in the production of visors and hats ideal for the lady golfer or sporting women alike. All of Precious Cargo’s products can be ordered directly from their online store or through one of their retail stockists. RRP $59.95 Call 1300 309 299 to find your nearest stockists sales@preciouscargo.com.au We hope you enjoy shopping with Precious Cargo™

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Fresh and innovative – NIVO With an inspired combination of innovative stylings and fresh interpretations of the colour spectrum, NIVO 2011 is a welcoming invitation to express fashion sense and athletic ability. The seven collections of NIVO 2011 embrace the new decade with vibrancy and enthusiasm. Each range offers an astounding array of choices to bring every fashion expression to life and allow you to Find Your Own Level. Nivo is a Canadian manufacturer of quality golf apparel, designed specifically for lady golfers with an eye for style and function. Prices are specifically kept reasonable to offer quality, style, performance and fit at a price our customers can afford. Nivo 2011 caters for all seasons – the Evolution, Structure, Rebel and Flow are in stores now, with the new spring ranges, Pure and Soleil, due to be released in August. This year, the Outerwear Collection is an exciting addition of stylish weatherproof jackets in vibrant

colours and European styling with the athletic woman in mind whether she is on the golf course or on the town. Like the entire Nivo Collection the new Outerwear is created for the active woman who loves being outdoors. The Nivo Rainwear jackets are lightweight and wind resistant as well as breathable. The fabric is treated with a DWR Finish for added water repellency. Styling details include laser cut technology, sealed seams, welded pockets and stretch inserts for added flexibility and range of motion during the golf swing. The soft shell jacket is sporty and functional. The technical stretch fabric is water and wind resistant and breathable, with multiple exposed zippers giving it a more active look. Check out the full range in the online catalogue www.nivosport.com and for information on your nearest stockist, contact the Australian/New Zealand distributor, Tantis Marketing 07 3715 5244. www.tantis.com.au.

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Ladies Golf Boutique Ladies Golf Boutique is celebrating 17 years as the most unique ladies-only golf & resort boutique in Australia, boasting their own exclusive Australianmade label. Susan Lawrence, designer and owner of this boutique knows her ladies tastes and style when it comes to her popular Susan Lawrence Golf & Resort collection As women come in all shapes and sizes Susan’s collection is available from size 8–20+. Fit, fun, function and fashion are reflected in each collection. The first time lady visitor is amazed by the huge variety of styles, colours, and fabrics available. As well as co-ordinating the designer look with visors, polos, shirts, skirts, capris, slacks, shorts and knitwear, there is a unique accessories

range that is sourced from around the world. The resort component of her collection is now also attracting non-golfing ladies due to the easy care, comfortable fit and elegant range – all ideal for smart casual wear or perfect for the golf course. This is one place definitely worth a visit during Monday, Wednesday, Friday or phone 02 9452 6046 for a private appointment with a group of golfing buddies.

VANITY FAIRWAYS Where there’s a will there’s always a way or so the saying goes. Well at Vanity Fairways we pride ourselves on always helping our clients get what they want … and one label that we can never seem to get enough of is JAMIE SADOCK. The rumours going around that Jamie Sadock will no longer be available in Australia simply just aren’t true! We have managed to secure a small selection for the coming season and since it arrived in-store just a few weeks ago has literally been walking out the door! There was a change of licensed importer of the label into Australia which meant with the change-over that we almost missed a full season but we do have some exciting new pieces available right now. New colours & designs (like the one illustrated right) are here in April and backorders already indicate that it’s going to sell very quickly…so if you’re a Jamie Sadock fan and love the cooltron in the shirts and the cut & style of their bottoms in skorts, knee capris, longs & 7/8th pants then don’t delay in contacting us. Another new label instore for the coming season is EP Pro (inset) which is a more conservative cut using high tech fabrics in prints and plains. Skorts are a little longer in length for those that want the comfort of a skort but the length of a skirt and the shirts are a more relaxed fit for those that don’t like the “clingy” look. If you’d like to know more about any of these labels or any of our other lines give us a call on 07-37201237 or email us on deborah@vanityfairways.com.au …we pack and send all over Australia and are happy to exchange or refund if by chance you’re not 100% happy with your purchase. Our website – www.vanityfairways.com.au is updated regularly.

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Crest Link Crest Link Arm Socks – Crest Link has been the leader in arm sock technology in SE Asia for over 5 years. Now their outstanding range of arm socks is available in Australia. Our arm socks give users protection from harmful UV rays as well as adding comfort during your round. We believe in giving golfers a choice to find the right product to suit their needs. That is why Crest Link Arm Socks come in three different models: Micro-Dri UV 30+; Micro-Dri UV 30+

with Avent System for extra breathability and comfort; and NEW Comp Tech 30+ Compression Arm Sock Crest Link Arm Socks have added benefits. They have a unique cooling system, increases blood flow to the arms, provide greater flexibility in the arms, and reduce muscle soreness and fatigue in the arms. Available in four different sizes. Colours: white, black, natural, yellow, blue and red. Available in all good golf shops and Drummond Golf shops or buy online at www.crestlink.com.au. Crest Link-The Future in Apparel – We believe that golfers need to feel comfortable and look great before, during and after their round. This is why we have developed a new range of golfing apparel that uses the latest in microfibre technology. Crest Link uses the highest quality imported microfibre material from Japan under the registered trademark of Micro Dri. It offers outstanding moisture absorption and evaporation, smooth feel and is lighter compared to other materials. Crest Link uses imported heat transfer material labelling technology on their apparel for a nonabrasive feel. The range of high quality golf shirts also utilises imported microfibre collars with spandex for

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long lasting colour, a non-curling effect and a smoother feel. Crest Link keeps the golfer dry after a round in hot, humid conditions. Thanks to Micro Dri’s wicking process, the golfer remains cool in hot climates. Crest Link apparel comes in many new and trendy colours with dynamic designs to suit all golfers. Our fabrics include our Micro Dri, Micro Dri UV 30+, Avent System and Avent Stretch. Our ladies collection has been made in suitable sizing for the Australian market, with a sensible and stylish cut. Our bright, fresh colours, along with a more conservative range of colours, is sure to please all. Don’t forget the men. Our stylish men’s collection is sure to make your man a standout on the course. We are proud to have Aussie pros Greg Chalmers, Cameron Percy, Terry Pilkadaris, Marcus Both, Scott Barr and Craig Hancock all wearing our shirts around the world on their respective tours. Check out our range of shirts, pants, outerwear, arm socks and accessories in all good golf shops and pro shops. Have a look at our website www.crestlink.com.au for your nearest stockist and a look at our full range.

BIRDEE GOLF APPAREL Autumn/Winter 2011 GOLF, WEEKEND, SPORT, TRAVEL AND LEISUREWEAR… Birdee Golf Apparel has become one of the top players in the Australian Golfwear industry, creating high fashion garments with that point of difference, NOW the demand for these great pieces is crossing over into the Lifestyle and Travel stores around Australia, New Zealand and Asia. The NEW collection for Autumn/Winter delivered in store April and May consists of exceptional fabrics sourced around Australia, Europe and New Zealand in stylish Jacquard knits in the Birdee signature top seller Black and Cream, also in a truffle and black mix and the classic Navy and White. Animal print still features, this season the look is a python viscose print in a mix of purple hues with taupe cream and black, in soft easycare lightweight fabric, perfect for travel and weekend wear. New seasons styles remain up to the minute in colourways, pinks, purples, silver, and black with cream and white, with the Cotton leisure button top being available in long and ¾ sleeve for those who prefer a shorter sleeve length. The fabrics used are perfect for our moderate Winters, and there is always the extra layer of a choice of Vests and the very stylish Coco Jacket in a soft black and white Jacquard knit, with pockets with zippers and full length front zipper. Black and White features with stand out St Tropez Jackets and Vests and a sleek ski pant, made in a lightweight Ponti with a little spandex, with contrasting pieces and metal zipper detail. Perfect for the slightly cooler days. Also out in May will be a hint of red white and blue, in All season skivvies, and Cool mesh sun Protection fabrics. To continue the lead in great cut pants, Birdee has produced three new styles for the coming months, in a top quality fabric with nylon to hold shapes and flatter, available in the long Carrara style with leather

trim, and Capri style mid calf length, there is also a new cut Vaucluse Pant with smooth stitching around pockets, and front seam to elongate the leg, great high rise cut at the back. These are available in two colours – Black and Sand. Don’t miss the great must have Team Slide on Pant available in Black and new Navy – these Elastic waisted long pants will not only look sophisticated on the course – you can wear them anywhere, at any time of the day. The most comfortable fit you’ll find! Also available the handy piece to carry with you for all activities – the Sun Sleeve, in white SPF 50 Sport fabric, available now in 4 sizes – to include the men! The accessories range continues to grow with the ever popular Visor and Hat in Black and White, and a very stylish collection of belts is on the way, Stripe Grosgrain in black and cream plus a very soft webbing belt with contrast argyle pattern in 3 sizes. Following market demand and response from many country customers, Birdee is pleased to announce the launch of their online store – www.shop.birdee. net. Here you will be able to view the most recent collections and shop for sale items and previous season specials from the convenience of your home. To allow you to view garments as fully as

possible, there is a zoom feature for close ups and enlargement lightbox effect to see swatches and product details. Shop in store from the ever increasing list of Birdee stockists across Australia and in New Zealand, all listed on our website for your convenience for new release garments, or buy selected styles online from the comfort of your home. It certainly has been an exciting and very busy time for Birdee Golf Apparel, with the focus on the business growth coming from styling comfortable clothing to be seen on the course, on the court, and every other aspect of weekend sport travel and leisurewear. Visit the Birdee website www.birdee.net for the new looks ,designed exclusively in Australia, and find a stockist throughout Australia and New Zealand. For all enquiries please email info@birdee.net Birdee … you’ll want to wear it everyday!

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Nullarbor Golf Trip

Golf the By Rose Boucaut

In November 2010 we played the Nullarbor Links which is reputedly ‘the longest golf course in the world’. Opened in 2009, the course follows the Eyre Highway across the Nullarbor west from Ceduna (South Australia, holes 1 and 2) to Norseman and then north along the Great Eastern Highway to Kalgoorlie (Western Australia, holes 17 and 18). Most holes are adjacent to roadhouses along the highway but some are on existing local golf courses. We played the course backwards starting with two holes in Kalgoorlie on the delightful and recently opened desert course designed by Graham Marsh. Subsequent holes had more of the expected ‘outback flavour’ with naturally vegetated fairways (ranging from grass to bare earth), most had super-grass tee blocks and greens, some had scrapes. All holes provided challenges to the golfer – some were particularly narrow, others had scrubby carrys; all had character. At Eucla, the long fairway grass made ball finding particularly difficult. Settings such as Fraser Range were picturesque and Penong had a pretty tee block complete with symbolic windmill. Our favourite hole was the cheeky par three at Balladonia the challenges of which were not obvious from the tee as one aimed

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outback way for the big red target that indicated the pin location. One of our party headed slightly left and got caught in some undulating terrain which was not apparent from the tee block, the other headed straight for the pin but encountered an unlucky bounce resulting in the challenge of pitching over a cleverly constructed mallee root hazard to reach the green. Needless to say none of us got a par for the hole! It was a hot 35°C when we were there and the adjacent motel pool looked very inviting but is reserved for staying guests; however, we were treated to some freshly made and delicious chocolate rocky road thanks to the roadhouse chef. The golf course is a great challenge for adventurous golfers and an enjoyable way to break up the road trip, apparently helping to reduce traffic accidents too. Playing only one or two holes per stop is completely different from the usual 18 holes of golf – so often the opportunity to get into the swing of things just doesn’t seem to happen on the first hole but often on this course there is no second chance on another hole for several hours road journey! Our nine day trip from Perth to Adelaide allowed time for a little sightseeing and involved hours of driving most days, with a seaside stop towards the end at beautiful Fowlers Bay, SA. We each took our own selection of about four clubs (fairway

wood, six iron, pitching wedge and putter) in small lightweight travel golf bags which worked well, although clubs can be hired at each golf stop. Fortunately there was no wait at most of the holes, but at Kalgoorlie you need to book a tee time in advance. Some practical suggestions are to dress to withstand prickles and long grass; carry insect repellant to deter flies and march flies, a water bottle, sunscreen and some extra balls in your bag. The best tees were upturned bottle tops so a supply of them is helpful. We had the bonus of a caddy to spot errant balls, which we had a lot of, so an obliging passenger is a bonus. In addition to playing the Nullarbor Links we would suggest allowing enough time to play the entire 18 hole course at Kalgoorlie where we enjoyed sunset drinks on the verandah at the very pleasantly sited temporary clubhouse overlooking the dam. Our main regret was not having more time to spend at each spot along the way. Our recommendation: just do it! For more details visit the Nullarbor Golf Links website on www.nullarborlinks.com or the Kalgoorlie Golf Club site on www.goldfieldsgolfclub.com.au/course.html. www.womensgolfaustralia.com

The Pearl Fiji – Paradise Melt away your worries and woes Fiji is slowly being recognised as a great golfing destination and rightfully so. There is an amazing range of courses throughout the Fiji Islands offering golfers of all abilities an experience not to forget. The Pearl’s Championship Golf Course is certainly one of the finest and is set between the sapphire blue sea of Fiji’s Coral Coast and the verdant tropical hinterland of Viti Levu, Fiji’s largest island. As it’s fortieth birthday fast approaches, this spectacular Robert Trent Jones II layout remains the South Pacific’s hidden golfing gem.

The course seamlessly traverses the rich jungle landscape and other than the orchestra of abundant birdlife you could be lulled into believing you were the only golfer in the world. Whilst the surrounds are so pleasantly distracting there are lush lilyfilled lagoons and 66 not-so-welcoming bunkers ensuring you maintain some focus on your game. Golfers and non-golfers alike will enjoy everything that the Pacific Harbour region has to offer. Be it river rafting, zip lining or snorkelling and diving in some of the world’s finest soft coral reefs, you can fit in as much or as little as you please. The Pearl Resort offers one of Fiji’s finest spas to ease the aches and pains of your golfing adventures. The passion fruit Mojito’s are to die for and the International Chef’s scrumptious selections of local produce will satiate the most discerning of palates. Just over an hour away from Pacific Harbour is the challenging Natadola Bay Golf Course. This Vijay Singh designed course is absolutely breathtaking, but certainly not for the faint hearted. The Pacific Ocean actually forms one of the world’s largest water hazards on several holes. This proximity to the water also introduces the element of wind, which does add insult to injury and wayward shots are welcomed by tundra that resembles land-based sea anenomes. Local rules, however, extend a one shot penalty in order to save your vacation time and also keep the field moving. The author of this article is obviously somewhat tarnished by a bad round at this course but I would certainly advise a game at Natadola Bay as a must for any golfing visit to these beautiful islands. On your exit or arrival from Nadi Aiport there is also the Denarau Course which makes up the ‘big three’ courses. Situated in the heart of Denarau’s mini metropolis the course is a traditional resort layout, but don’t be fooled, your golfing prowess will be tested. The signature hole is the par 4 15th which once again features the Pacific Ocean as it’s panoramic backdrop. Each day you spend in this tropical paradise will melt away the worries and woes of daily grind and Fiji’s people are the consummate hosts. If a healthy dollop of golfing frustration combined with some total relaxation time sounds like holiday bliss, put Fiji on the top of your list. For more information call +679 3450 022 or visit www.thepearlsouthpacific.com.

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The Pearl South Pacific is an elegant stylish resort located on Beqa Lagoon within the sublime environs of Pacific Harbour – Fiji’s adventure capital, halfway between Nadi and Suva. Leave behind the stresses of daily life and refresh, relax and indulge in the excellent facilities and consummate service that is The Pearl South Pacific Resort. Set on one of Fiji’s longest beaches and surrounded by lush tropical gardens The Pearl is an idyllic boutique escape where chic accommodation, exquisite cuisine and as much – or as little – adventure and relaxation as you want, awaits you. The Pearl South Pacific Resort offers three levels of accommodation – Penthouse Suites, Ocean View Rooms and Garden View Rooms. All have marble bathrooms, private balconies, individual air conditioning, Satellite TV, 24-hour room service, tea and coffee facilities, wireless Internet. The six individually-themed suites – The Indian, The Oriental, French Provincial, Sand and Surf, Moody Blues and Red Passion are located on the upper level of the west wing and enjoy breathtaking views. They come with all the standard room features plus some additional extravagances. While each in itself is unique, luxury abounds with king-size beds, a sunken bath, swivel plasma screen, lounge suites, DVD player and stereo and dual terraces. With abundant fresh, local produce and the sea right at the door, dining at The Pearl will entice and delight. Internationally acclaimed chefs create diverse menus reflecting local and international cuisine and are more than happy to cater to personal tastes. Whether you choose to dine at the internationally influenced Mantarae Restaurant, all day Bistro or enjoy a snack at the Club House, rest assured your fare will be delectable. The Pearl offers a large range of activities including a fully equipped gymnasium, kayaks, beach volleyball, bicycles and a Robert Trent Jones Junior designed 18-hole championship golf course. For the adventure seekers The Pearl South Pacific Resort offers amazing diving including diving with sharks, white water rafting, game fishing, banana boat rides, Jet Ski safaris, zip-line, snorkelling trips and surfing at Frigate’s Passage. Alternatively, just relax by the swimming pool or on one of the many sumptuous day beds scattered around the resort, surrender yourself to a range of treatments at the Pearl Day Spa and indulge in the fabulous cuisine and cocktails on offer.

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Playing golf

The Lost City Golf Course By Maureen Burke

In the last edition of Womens Golf Magazine you read Deborah Marsland’s account of our recent trip to South Africa and in particular about the challenging golf courses we played. It was a wonderful trip and while Deborah wrote about the nuances of the courses I began to think about the connection between life’s challenges and those we face in golf. My occupation as a clinical psychologist does influence me to think a lot about situations. Even then this doesn’t always provide the answers, but I never stop trying to find them – does that ring any bells for my fellow golfers? Golf is a game where emotions can come into play relatively frequently. Think about it! We take about four hours to play a round and during that time are probably only in contact with the ball for four minutes. What do we do with the rest of the time? Very often we think about our game and all sorts of emotions may come flooding in as we travel to our next shot. So, for this article I decided to deal with aspects associated with emotional conditions using generic headings of anticipation, feelings, risk and pleasure. These are not mutually exclusive and are, in some cases, interdependent. And so my fellow golfers I offer my comments and hope they contribute to both your next round of golf and to your life’s journey. Embarking on the trip to South Africa for the first time filled me with anticipation and excitement. The trip was to consist of South African golf courses and game parks, both completely new to me. Here is where anticipation and excitement were paramount as my expectations were met or flattened. So, in seeking to equate aspects of the trip, especially the golf, with overall aspects of life experience I was really investigating possibilities that may help me to consider where I was heading, both on the golf course and life in general. Anticipation was a very important construct for me. Would the courses be easy, difficult, spectacular, forgiving, challenging, soul destroying etc? And what would happen when my anticipations were met or otherwise? How would I respond? And how flexible would I be in my response?

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I had anticipated that all the courses we played would be in pristine condition and this proved to be correct. Their presentation varied from manicured precision where the ball sat up in the lush grass just waiting to be hit to a rugged bush scrub presenting itself as “rough”.” I had not anticipated the degree of “rough” and difficulty on one of these courses and I paid heavily for my lack of anticipation because I found it so difficult to adjust my fearful response. My lack of flexibility in being able to respond influenced my performance for the whole round. On the very first hole when I saw the depth of a chasm, filled with gigantic bush in the middle of the fairway, I literally froze. I can distinctly remember saying to myself, “I’ll never get over that” and guess what, I didn’t. In psychology we talk about this sort of action as the self fulfilling prophecy. The course designers themselves must have anticipated such a response because the local rule allows a drop on the other side. On the other hand when my anticipations were met the journey was much easier. On another of these courses as soon as I saw the first fairway, in an immaculate condition with only a few bunkers between the tee and the green I thought that this was a course I would like. I was also helped with the presence of a caddie. This too was a new experience for me and I soon lost any sense of embarrassment as my newly found friend guided me through the hazards of this course. It was wonderful, having such a companion to discuss every move I made. So too it is in life, having someone to discuss things with and perhaps offer a different solution to the one you had originally thought of can be very rewarding. I would add here how important it may be to even acknowledge that help and support can be so acceptable. Anticipation and feelings go hand in hand. So when you encounter something or someone for the first time, how do your feelings come into play? In the first course I described just looking at the contours of the journey to first hole had an impact on me that stayed with me for the rest of the game. Perhaps If I had embraced it willingly and felt good about it the journey may have been easier. But I had feelings of ambivalence and fear and found it difficult to shake them; in fact almost impossible to let them go. And so it is with life’s journey. The whole trip can be relatively positive and you feel good about it showing a sense of willingness to embrace what comes your way, even though at times it may be difficult. In golf it is so important to be able to forget the last hole if it was a bad one and move on to the next. In life we can equate this with moving on from the past, which, after all is finished and there really is nothing we can do about it. This is not always easy to do and is sometimes only helped through a positive experience. For example, in golf sinking a 10 metre putt may help erase the memory of any previous misadventures. Playing a new golf course can be likened to living in a new city. You’re not always sure of where you’ll end up and friendly advice of how to get there may be most acceptable. How long will it take before you feel a sense of connectedness with the territory of your new city or the idiosyncrasies of the new golf course? In both cases there can sometimes be an element of “aloneness” influencing the way you feel. In particular, a game of golf can be

in South Africa a solitary effort where you are totally reliant on your own skills to navigate yourself around the course. Golf, however, is also a very social game and more often than not, golfers complement one another on a shot. It is always so acceptable to me to receive some words of encouragement from my fellow players. And in this sense, golf is a game where one can have a sense of connectedness to playing with even complete strangers. We all have one thing in common and that’s a love of the game. The majesty of one of these courses was almost overwhelming. The course followed the contours of the cliffs and the ensuing dramatic drops into the ocean left one speechless. It was obvious from the first tee that to play this course, one would have to take risks. There was no safe way on some of the holes. The results were sometimes disastrous but at others contained that glorious feeling of success where I was able to say, “I did it.” In life there are times when we have to take risks, calculated or not. I think that the lessons I learn from both golf and life in taking risks, is quite simply, that some pay off whilst others don’t. Of relevance also is just exactly when does the risk present itself? Finally the pleasure I got from the whole experience was enormous. What a hedonistic existence to have played on some of the best golf courses in South Africa, and at the same time to have visited game parks for the first time and seen wild animals in their own

environment and not behind the bars of a cage. This suggested to me that the freedom we have to make choices about how we exist in our own lives is so important. This does not mean that we live without constraints but we do have relatively wide parameters within which to follow our own chosen paths. In golf this can be helped with the presence of wide fairways, especially on the first hole! And finally and probably the best part of the holiday was the pleasure that came from being with friends and sharing in their anticipation and enjoyment. So to Deborah, Peter and Carol, I would like to say “Thanks for a truly wonderful trip.” It was just magic. For me now, I can look forward to a trip to the UK and a round of golf with another friend, Sharon , a former work colleague who just happens to be a member of Loch Lomond. How lucky can I be!

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La Jolla means “Jewel”

A Jewel for all Tucked away on the beautiful Pacific coast just north of San Diego lies La Jolla, a spectacular playground for tennis, golf, surfing, sailing, hang-gliding, – whatever, just name it! Since the early twenties when the La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club was built, sports enthusiasts have flocked there for tennis’s famed Davis Cup, Federation Cup Matches, loving its spectacular beach plus it’s wonderful hospitality. Stretching over two hundred feet along a magnificent sandy beach perfectly situated between serrated cliffs and rock formations etched by wind and sea, this well known oceanfront landmark with its unique Mayan-Aztec architecture houses, wonderful accommodations and amenities. Be it a sunrise walk or a moonlit stroll this spectacular beach enchants and relaxes all. F.W. Kellogg, a founder of the LJBTC, managed and expanded the facilities until his death; other generations of Kellogg’s have taken the reins maintaining the friendly family welcome and traditions so appreciated by the active lifestyle clientele who frequent the Club’s ninety eight guest rooms. Ocean front rooms or suites, of which there are only sixty seven, are highly prized, being booked a year in advance. Many have kitchen facilities. Superb facilities for keeping fit are very popular, as is the heated Olympic outdoor pool, plus extensive beach and water activities.

Torrey Pines, Third Hole Photographer Joanne DiBona, courtesy of the San Diego CVB

LJBTC is a continual beach party. Full service beach catering is sublime, either at the fire pits for barbecuing, roasting marshmallows, or whatever one desires. Beach catering from cocktails to meals at any time is always in demand. From the three restaurants one can enjoy watching whales breech, porpoises and dolphins frolicking, not to mention the surfers, kayakers and standing paddlers. The elegant multi-star Marine Room under Executive Chef Bernard Guillas, a native of France’s Brittany Coast, is literally ‘on the surf’, providing a romantic setting and unbelievable views. The Carpaccio de bison and the mushroom casolette with truffle gnocchi were to die for, as was the wine list. La crème de la crème. Since its opening the Club’s family hospitality was renowned, Kellogg used to take children for rides on the beach in his 1915 Packard convertible. These kids became members of the ‘Old Black Goose Club’ swearing an oath to never become litterbugs. Now, his grandson is behind the wheel, and children today still keep the oath and patrol the extensive grounds plus the nine hole

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to enjoy! par-3 golf course picking up litter. In the 1970’s the family built the adjacent La Jolla Shores Hotel which they manage. Teeing up La Jolla has three golf courses within the city and more than fifty available with less than a two hour drive. World famous Torrey Pines, with its 36 holes of championship golf designed by William Bell and his son, winds along the coastal cliffs above La Jolla and is just minutes away and a must play. Torrey Pines, home to the 2008 US Open, won spectacularly in the 18-hole play-off by Tiger Woods is Five Star. Both courses require precision shot making in a beautiful seaside layout with spectacular Torrey pines, these rare wild trees growing only on this narrow stretch of land and Santa Rosa Island. The North Course opened in 1957 stretches 6874 yards from the tips, it generally plays slightly easier than The South. Rees Jones remodeled the South in 2001, playing 7569 yards from the Championship tees, golfers of all levels will be tested. In 1999 Tiger Woods shot 62 for the course record. Golfing stars besides Woods have triumphed here, Ernie Els, Jose-Maria Olzabal, Phil Mickelson and Vijay Singh to name just a few. The private La Jolla Country Club is exceptionally maintained with a panoply of golfing tests for players of all ages and levels. Also nearby is another great private Club, The Grand Del Mar. Designed by Tom Fazio in 1999, par- 71, 6885 yards from the tips, a challenging layout that is memorable. Near to Escondido, Rancho Bernardo Inn’s golf course is another top venue. Opened in the early 60’s, the par-72, 6631 yard resort course was designed by William Bell. About a 30 minute drive north is the sensational Aviara Golf Club, opened in 1991 with a fantastic setting. This Arnold Palmer/Ed Seay design offers many elevation changes stretching 7007 yards, par-72. Win the match before the daunting 18th,a typical Palmer layout with a tough finishing hole! Away from the links Retail therapy in La Jolla on Prospect Street is second only to Beverly Hills’ Rodeo Drive, with shops for all styles and tastes; designer fashions, jewelry, antiques and art. Posh cafes and bistros dot Prospect Street with great ocean views.

Torrey Pines State Reserve Photographer Brett Shoaf, Artistic Visuals

Solana Beach’s Market of fresh, organic produce is fun plus art and craft shops abound with treasures from around the planet as well as a variety of local artists and designers along Cedros Avenue. La Jolla and neighboring Del Mar are full of edgy wine bars, delightful restaurants with terraces or rooftops for relaxing outdoor dining, as well as elegant eateries featuring Italian, French and fusion cuisines. The 910 at the Valencia Hotel is ‘in’ with a more chic appeal. La Jolla’s ‘it’ coffee place is The Living Room. George’s on the Cove has great seafood, as does the Pacific Coast Grill in Del Mar. Funky, more casual places in Solana Beach are the Blue Note (great music) and The Belly Up. The La Jolla Playhouse features many nationally acclaimed productions. On the northern lip of La Jolla Cove are the La Jolla Caves – seven fissures in the cliff walls that can be entered from the ocean at low tide. Don’t miss a visit to ‘Sunny Jim’s Cave’, down a rock path to this cathedral arch chamber that echoes the surf at high tide. Children will love the ‘Children’s Pool’, a protected swimming and wading pool in the sea wall. Alligator Point is dramatic but not menacing. Adjacent to the La Jolla Shores Hotel is the Underwater Park, a 600 acre ecological refuge full of marine life attracting scuba divers from afar. A few minutes drive up the cliffs one finds the world-renowned Scripps Institute of Oceanography and the Stephen Birch Aquarium with more than 3,000 species of fish. Del Mar Thoroughbred Club, where ‘the turf meets the surf’, is a short 3-wood north of La Jolla. Thoroughbred racing season at Del Mar starts in mid July and ends early in September, a highlight of the summer season. For the more daring, the Torrey Pines Glider Port is a must. Perched on the 350 foot high bluffs, jutting the Pacific with the great on shore winds, it offers the perfect launching pad for hang-gliders, para-gliders, and remote controlled sailplanes. These can hover for hours over La Jolla and the adjacent beaches. Want a bird’s eye view of La Jolla, take a tandem lesson for 30 minutes with an instructor! Never a dull moment in La Jolla … a jewel no matter what your desires. La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club www.LLJBTC.com Del Mar Race Track www. dmtc.com www.sandiegogolf.com www.womensgolfaustralia.com

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Designed to perform ideally at slower swing speeds, the Solaire features a soft, resilient core that has been specifically formulated to provide increased carry and distance. The low compression core produces soft feel off the clubface and patented HEX Aerodynamics produces long, efficient ball flight. The Solaire is stylishly offered in two colour options: Pure White or High Visibility Pink. Both utilize a luminous finish that will add a distinctive flair to any woman’s game. This ball is for any women who want to hit shots that fly farther than ever! RRP $29.95 per dozen

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P r o d u c t R e vi e w s Stressless E300 – The Stressless® ErgoAdapt system™ (Pat. pend.). New Options. More flexibility. Ultimate Comfort! This is the advantage of the new technology of the ErgoAdapt™ system. ErgoAdapt™ makes sofas into a multifunctional comfort zone, the system is built into the seat base of the fixed sofa and long seat of the new Stressless® E200. The seat tilts down automatically the moment you sit down, providing the most comfortable sitting angle. If you prefer to lie down, the seat elevates to the completely flat position. No matter what your choice is, the outcome is the same: Ultimate comfort! The E300 is available as a single long seat, 2 and 3 seater sofas, 2 and 3 seater combinations with long seat or modular of your choice. We have a selection of 5 different fabrics and 4 different leathers with close to 200 colour options. Visit www.ekornes.com.au for more information or phone 02 9525 4211.

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SunBreaker Australia – Introducing the “Naples 2 in 1 Hat/Visor” by Physcian Endorsed and distributed in Australia by SunBreaker Australia. Physician Endorsed stylish hats debuted in early 2002 as the first fashionforward line of hats laboratory tested and rated for maximum sun protection. The innovative chemical-free hats are specially constructed with tightly woven natural fabrics, including 100% cotton and linen, designed to prevent cancer, wrinkles and signs of ageing to sun exposure, the Naples hat is the perfect accessory item for a round of Golf or any outdoor activity. The “Naples” by Physician Endorsed is the #1 Golfers preferred hat. Keep your cool with this protective visor. The wide brim shades your face while the zip-off cap lets you protect your head or enjoy the breeze. Adjustable hook-and-loop tape in the back; One size fits most; 100% cotton; Hand wash; UPF 50+ for complete sun protection. Available in Light Blue, Navy, Red, Black, White, Khaki and Pink. Visit www.sunbreakeraustralia.com.au for you nearest stockist or contact SunBreaker Australia on 07 3376 7340. Retail stockist enquiries welcome.

CLIFTON UMBRELLAS – Clifton Umbrellas is a fourth generation Australian family company, and a name you can trust for affordable quality golf umbrellas. The company understands that in the wide open spaces of the golf course you need to be able to depend on the umbrella you are under. Clifton Umbrellas use only the best quality parts to produce their range of umbrellas and have a wide range that is sure to match the colour of your bag. Clifton Umbrella handles fit into the “xtra hand”. Call 1800 036 161 for stockists.

The BLS Battery Reviver electronic device – Perfect for battery operated golf carts! The BLS Battery Reviver electronic device was invented in 2002 by a Florida resident, Charles Van Breemen. Awarded a Patent in 2008, the Battery Reviver brings old and weak batteries back to life, restores functioning batteries to a like new condition, and extends battery life. It keeps batteries from losing capacity and life due to the main cause of battery failure: the build-up of lead sulphate. The Benefits of using the BLS Battery Reviver electronic device for your golf cart: • Can extend the battery life in your golf cart two to three times. • Prevents slowdown. Restores power and performance. • Restores or maintains original distance travelled. • Reduces consumption of water and maintenance trouble Special: Womens GOLF readers receive 20% off your order when you purchase through the Battery Reviver website. Enter the discount code 2200 at the shopping cart to redeem this great offer on your Battery Reviver today. Visit www.batteryreviver.com.au or call 1300 852 433 for more information.

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P r o d u c t   R e vi e w s Netherby Row – A great gift for golfing people – so hard to find. They are a good quality, practical present with humour, giving a “hole in one” that they may never achieve on the golf course. The logo is a golf ball with a “1” on it, embroidered onto one side of only one sock. A hole really does go through the “1”. These make great prizes for golf competitions, and, of course, as a congratulatory present for those clever golfers who have actually had a coveted hole-in-one. The socks are packaged in attractive burgundycoloured boxes which also have the logo … and a hole! Designed and made in Australia, these pure cotton socks come in beige, black, grey, navy. RRP: $18.50 + postage. High & Dry Umbrellas are designed especially to bring out smiles on rainy days. The water-resistant UV filter fabric features fun captions such as “High overheads”, “I needed this cold shower!” and “Scotch & dry, thanks”. RRP $40 + postage. Also available in folding (RRP $26 + postage) and automatic popup ($24 + postage).

Cool Foot Spray – This fantastic spray is totally energising, cooling (perfect for cramped sports feet) and should be in everyone’s sports bag or gym bag. It contains feet hygiene antiperspirant and deodorant ingredients, gives immediate comfort to throbbing tired feet, and has a light fresh fragrance. RRP: $10.95 Face Saver – RRP: RRP: $17.60 This fantastic new gel evaporates rapidly from the surface of the skin leaving the active antiperspirant ingredient as a thin film with an antiperspirant effect that will stop your face perspiring for hours. Face saver is best applied before moisturiser, sunscreen or makeup, which will also help those products remain on your skin for much longer, but may be applied at any time. For the best results, apply Face Saver to your forehead, upper lip and back of your neck. As with most products applied to the face, avoid near the eye area and in this instance, scalp – only available in Pharmacies. Available through leading Pharmacies, Priceline, Woolworths, Coles and independent supermarkets. Neat Feat: Web www.neatfeat.co.nz

Signature NATALIE – Setting itself apart from traditional women’s footwear in the category, the signature NATALIE is an athlete-inspired shoe that combines tour-proven technologies with a fresh approach to styling. It was developed in collaboration with LPGA Tour Professional Natalie Gulbis, and incorporates highlights reflective of her personal style and preferences. The exclusive THiNTech low-profile sole technology brings the foot closer to the ground for improved stability, power transfer, footwork sensitivity, and balance. A full-grain leather provides a rich look and feel with lasting quality and Natalie’s personal logo comes on a removable lace tag. RRP: $159

Carman’s delicious breakfast Rounds: Perfect for a round of golf – Looking for a delicious, healthy snack that will keep you energised right up until the 18th hole? Carman’s, makers of Australia’s favourite healthy muesli has developed Australia’s first-ever Round - a wholesome recipe that is low GI, palm oil and GM free, contains no preservatives and is a great source of dietary fibre. Available in Classic Fruit & Nut and Apricot & Almond varieties, these scrumptious muesli-based Rounds come in a convenient size and durable packaging, perfect for sports bags, gym lockers and handbags – providing a wholesome snack for hungry kids in the car or for the busy worker who doesn’t have time for lunch. Carman’s Rounds’ low GI rating of 43 (Classic Fruit & Nut) and 46 (Apricot & Almond) means that energy is released over a number of hours to keep you feeling fuller for longer. This makes them ideal for golfers needing to get through 18 holes! These perfect caddy bag accompaniments are a testament to Carman’s commitment to producing healthy wholesome gourmet food, made with high quality, great tasting Australian products. The Rounds, which up until now have only been available on Qantas flights, are now available at ground level at Coles and Franklins stores, $4.99 for a 200g box of five.

Leisure-loving Ricoh CX5 – Ideal for capturing moments spent exploring the outdoors, wining and dining, hitting a round of golf or playing with the kids, the CX5 features a faster auto focus system, newly developed super-resolution technology plus a range of clever new shooting modes to get the most out of any scene. Available in black, spearmint and rose from leading retailers. RRP $499.

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BIGYARD GOLF BALLS – The new ultimate golf ball range for serious golfers. BIGYARD FLASH-2PC Coloured Tour Performance – soft-feeling, beautiful pastel colours for all season 2PC golf ball. The modern ball flight giving outstanding performance tee to green. A bigger and higher resilient core enables the ball to have much faster speed for the longest distance while keeping soft feel combined with urethane blended cover and aerodynamic 372 dimple design. Bigyard golf balls are sold globally and are now available in New Zealand and Australia. For more information or to purchase any BIGYARD golf balls please visit www.bigyardgolfballs.com.au.

Hight Tee Ladies – How hard is it to find great ladies golf accessories? We know the frustration - but it’s now at your fingertips! High Tee Ladies specialises in quality, fashionable ladies golf accessories with a focus on colour and style. You will find everything from dressy club covers (pictured), Swarovski crystal ball markers and a great range of shoe and carry bags, to socks and visors … all that little bit different to the average golf store offering. This is one store you must visit whether you’re looking for your everyday golf needs or something new. You’ll also find some great ideas for gifts and tournament prizes here. The best part is that you can do it anytime, without leaving home and it will be delivered quickly to your door. High Tee Ladies are the sole Australian stockists of “La Casa” swarovski crystal ball markers and the Rule TwentyOne pocket towel, described by Golf Magazine (USA) and golf.com as “the ultimate golf towel”. Visit us to see beautiful accessories and purchase through our online store, mail or phone order. Visit www.highteeladies.com.au or call 0419 501 229.

THE MULTI AWARD WINNING MOTOCADDY RANGE – Motocaddy provides the best quality products to the market at unbeatable prices, backed by the best customer service. Their top selling S1 Digital and S3 Digital carts have been updated to include innovative features never seen before on an electric golf trolley including new CartLock™ security locking system and USB device charging port on the S3 Digital plus a multi-platform battery tray on both models. The clever digital technology used is highly energy efficient, allowing them to use smaller, lighter batteries with no loss in performance. All Motocaddy carts are precision engineered using the best quality components making them lightweight, powerful, quiet, stylish and most importantly very reliable. The new Motocaddy Lithium battery weighs only 2.5kg, takes less time to re-charge, and has a 36-hole capacity and a full 2 year warranty. It also allows you to fold and pack the buggy with the battery attached. The Motocaddy S- Series, featuring a 2 year warranty is available through golf retailers across Australia and now retails from only $999.

Bushnell V2 Laser Rangefinder Available in Tournament Edition and Slope Edition Our most compact vertically-held rangefinder is available with Slope +/Technology. The Tour V2 with PinSeeker laser rangefinder rests in your hand with an ergonomic precision that builds confidence. It’s guts are 100% Bushnell laser rangefinder, but the package outside will rival your favourite driver with a custom high-tack grip. The V2 sets a new standard in the complete laser rangefinder package – looks, feel and performance. Features: PinSeeker technology; Custom tuned with 5x magnification, 300 yards to flag, 700 yards to trees, 1,000 yards to reflective surface; Scan mode; In-view LCD display; Adjustable eyepiece with click stops; Multicoated optics; Instantaneous measurements in yards & metres; Built-in tripod mount; 3-volt battery; Premium carry case. Purchase a Tour V2 and get a Skinz Protective Cover of your choice in pink or blue FREE. Hurry only until stocks last. Lower scores are just a glance away!

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Max Bio-Science: Kiss sprains and pains goodbye – Maintaining our physical wellbeing is essential for optimal performance both on and off the fairways. A good game of golf is often ruined by the occasional aches, pains and injuries from which many of us suffer. However, never fear, this need not be the case as there is a solution – Negative Ions. Negative ions occur naturally in nature and there is an ever increasing body of scientific evidence to support the commonly held belief that by increasing the blood flow to tissue and muscles, these negative ions not only enhance your body’s ability to alleviate aches and pains, but also help to sustain and quickly recover from high-intensity exercise. In addition, negative ions are also believed to increase oxygen flow to the brain, resulting in increased alertness and mental energy. These two vital requirements ensure that your mental and physical condition are at optimum levels enabling you to meet the many challenges you often have to face during your game.

Discover Australia’s newest natural wonder: Seven Wonders Moroccan Range – Seven Wonders is an all natural hair care brand, offering a range of salon-grade hair products, infused with organic ingredients. The luxurious Seven Wonders Moroccan Oil range includes moroccan oil treatment, moroccan oil treatment shampoo and moroccan oil treatment conditioner, all crafted to enhance normal, dry and oily hair. Seven Wonders Moroccan Oil produces luscious looking healthy hair without the salon price and fuss. The Seven Wonders range uses only organic Argan Oil and is free from harsh chemicals such as paraben and harsh preservatives. The organic Argan oil works to repair and strengthen hair by hydrating and nourishing all hair and scalp skin types. Seven Wonders Moroccan Range is also ideal for oily hair types because Argan Oil has an oil balance feature to hydrate dry hair and spread and balance excess in oily hair. The Moroccan Oil treatment revitalises hair, especially during the winter months and can be applied as often as desired to damp or dry hair. The Seven Wonders Moroccan Oil range is available at Health Food Stores and Pharmacies nationwide. For a full list of where stock may be found visit www.sevenwonders.com.au. Throughout April and May, Seven Wonders is offering a free Moroccan Oil treatment to anyone who purchases three products from the Seven Wonders range – participating outlets only. RRP $34.95 125ml Moroccan Oil Treatment RRP $15.95 Moroccan Oil Shampoo RRP $15.95 Moroccan Oil Conditioner

Max Bio-Science bracelets are fitted with Tourmaline ceramic inserts and 99.99% pure Germanium inserts both of which emit a constant flow of negative ions. Working in tandem and fitted with four powerful, rare earth Neodymium magnets to increase the absorption of negative ions through the skin, these trend-setting bracelets provide the wearer with a unique and beneficial boost to one’s general health. Max Bio-Science bracelets are arguably the most powerful product available in today’s market with a far higher demonstrable rate of negative ion emission than the closest competitors. This latest range, available in two distinctive finishes – Florentine Silver and two-tone Silver and Gold – is a perfect accessory and complements any personal style and colour of golf wear. Suitable for all ages, these negative ion bracelets help to prevent minor ailments as well as alleviating prevailing minor ailments thus providing a necessary boost to your general physical and mental state of wellbeing. With golfers leading the global trend in wellness bracelets and women players leading the fashion out on the fairways, Max Bio-Science jewellery is destined to become the accessory of choice amongst the golfing fraternity. Silicone/Stainless Steel Bracelets $139.95 RRP Stainless Steel Bracelets $159.95 RRP To purchase call 1300 783 112 Golf Battle 3D: The Best Action Golf Game, Using the Driver as the Only Weapon – Imperial Game Studio has releases Golf Battle 3D for game, sports and action enthusiasts on five different mobile platforms. This game is all about the two best features of golf: Hitting furiously long drives & kicking your friends’ butts! That is why the driver as the only weapon. The game is network based so users can play against their friends no matter what platform they are on. Unique features include four different arenas with different access levels depending on a player’s ranking; a wide variety of predefined characters (earn coins that can be used to pimp a character or buy a new one; three major difficulties, which makes it stand out from other golf game applications: There are no bars to show when to start and when to finish the swing making Golf Battle 3D more difficult, but also more fun. Gamers also have to learn the behaviour of the characters in order to get a perfect hit. Golf Battle 3D is currently available for Android, and is coming soon for iPhone, iPad, Symbian (Nokia), Windows 7 and Samsung Bada. Check frequently for updates at www.golfbattle3d.com.

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P r o d u c t   R e vi e w s Faith® Series – Engineered especially for women, the Faith® Series ensures high-launching, longer-carrying shots for slower swing speed players. The titanium driver, which is offered in 12° and 14° lofts, features internal weighting to promote a natural club rotation to square for improved accuracy. Its companion stainless steel fairway woods (3, 5, 7 & 9 woods) offer women an easy-to-hit alternative to long and mid irons. A blended iron/hybrid set (5H, 6H, 7-9, PW, UW, SW) provides the forgiveness and consistency to hit more greens. The ultra-light PING ULT 200 graphite shaft, which features optimal torque for improved feel and a lower kick point for higher launch, is standard. Three new Faith® insert putters are also available.

Gel Toe Rings – Neat Feat Gel Toe Rings fit securely over toes and are lined with a layer of polymer gel infused with mineral oil that speeds up the healing process and provides superior protection for sensitive toes. They are perfect to protect toes against pressure and rubbing especially in the case of clawed toes or hammer toes. They also provide excellent cushioning for painful corns and blisters. RRP: $11.95

The FF SUPERTONE™ SNEAKER – With an ageless, cool, go everywhere style the FF SUPERTONE™ is cleverly designed to hide toning sole so you can wear it everywhere without anybody knowing you’re getting a workout while you walk. A muscle-toning, energising, shock-absorbing FitFlop™ with a “shoe” on top! RRP $199.95. Available in Platinum, Great White, Blaze Red and Tuxe.

The Caddy Pad: The perfect golf course companion – There is a great deal to learn just to execute the basic golf swing competently in perfect conditions. And then there is the added complexity of difficult lies, uneven stances, obstacles to negotiate and weather conditions that require an even greater skill-set. It can take years to acquire this vast repertoire of knowledge and then how does one recall it whilst out on the Course? The Caddy Pad has been developed not only to condense this learningcurve but also to allow easy recall during the Round. It is a pocket-sized instruction booklet covering the golf swing for the different clubs and the numerous shotmaking techniques in neatly summarised bullet-points with supporting diagrams. The Caddy Pad has been compiled from extensive consultation with leading golf professionals; reference the salient points as you approach each shot and execute them with supreme confidence. p7

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Fresh-Cut roses for MOTHER’S DAY – Treat mum to a gift she’ll adore! The Yankee Candle collection features a huge range of long-lasting candles and reed diffusers. If your mum loves flowers and gardening, why not bring the outside in with Fresh Cut Roses – an intoxicating fragrance of heirloom roses. RRP $19.99 (small jar) or $37.99 (Reed Diffuser). Visit www.yankee.net.au or call 1800 YANKEE.

Volvik golf balls – Volvik golf balls are set to hit the shelves in Australian Golf shops. It is refreshing then to have a genuine new player in the Australian golf ball market that can offer golfers something new and exciting for their game. We’re talking about VOLVIK. Since the success of the Volvik Crystal 2-piece, Volvik Inc has been committed to making golf balls that feature cutting edge technology and this has helped Volvik Inc to successfully take on the two biggest golf ball markets in the world; the US and Japan. Volvik Inc is now introducing the range to the Australian market and Australian golfers can look forward to getting their hands on not only the Crystal 2-piece, but also the newly launched Crystal 3-piece ball, the tour performance Pro Bismuth ball, the exceptional Lady 350 golf ball and top of the range Vista iV golf ball. Volvik Lady 350 golf balls will be available through Vanity Fairways by calling (07) 3720 1237 or email deborah@vanityfairways.com.au). For more information, contact Charlotte Prinsloo – charlotte@volvikgolf.com.au.

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Western Australia Zonta Club of Peel Annual Golf & Auction Day for Breast Cancer Research The Zonta Club of Peel, Western Australia, will hold its annual Golf & Auction Day for Breast Cancer Research at the Pinjarra Golf Club on Sunday 3rd of April. This will be the 18th year running for the charity gold day and over the years Zonta has raised a total of just over $146,500 for Breast Cancer Research at Queen Elizabeth ll Pathology Centre. Last year’s event raised $10,500 and the money is being used to buy essential equipment for the research that is carried out there. The day will commence with a sausage sizzle breakfast followed by 9 holes of Golf. A delicious lunch will be served before the auction and raffles. Club members have been busy gathering sponsorship and donations for the giant raffle and auction with the local businesses and friends of Zonta proving very generous. To register a team for the day please contact Sherrel O’Neil on 0408877014 sherrel@bigpond.net.au.

2011 Girls State Teams

The 2011 Girls State Team to compete in both the Australian Junior Amateur Championships on April 13–15 and the Junior Interstate Series in NSW from April 18–21 was announced on Sunday February 13 at Mosman Park Golf Club. The team consists of Minjee Lee, Royal Fremantle Golf Club; Whitney Harvey, Melville Glades Golf Club; Hayley Bettencourt, Mandurah Country Club; Hannah Green, Mount Lawley Golf Club; Zoe Kemp, Mandurah Country Club; Alyssa Keir, The Vines Golf and Country Club; Shonna Gobby – Manager; Ritchie Smith – Coach. MinJee Lee is currently one of five members on the Australian National Junior Team. She was the winner of the 2010 Greg Norman Invitational Masters and Aaron Baddeley International Junior Championship. Currently she is ranked fifth in the Australian Women’s Amateur Ranking. Whitney Harvey is currently ranked 16th in the Australian Women’s Amateur Ranking. Whitney was the Runner up in the 2010 WA State Amateur Championship. Hayley Bettencourt was the Runner up at the 2010 WA Girls Amateur Championship. All three girls will be competing in their third Junior Interstate Series. Hannah Green is the youngest member of the team and playing in her first Interstate Series. Zoe Kemp and Alyssa Keir are also making their Series Debut. The team will be trying to bring back the National Series title to Western Australia for the first time since 2005 with Whitney Hiller as the last West Australian to take out the Girls Amateur Championship.

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Women’s State golf news

George Booth Challenge In 2010, Women’s Golf WA ran the first George Booth – Integrated Tourism Services Team Challenge, which is a statewide competition played at club level. The winners from each club were submitted to WGWA and the top 25 Metropolitan and the top 25 Country pairs then played a State Final at Wanneroo Golf Club. The winners prize was a trip to Melbourne for the Handa Australian Women’s Open. The winners were Marilyn Hearn and Rachel Prickett from Rockingham Golf Club and they had a wonderful trip to Melbourne thanks to the generous sponsorship from George Booth and Integrated Tourism. They thoroughly enjoyed their holiday and the golf at the Commonwealth Golf Club, mingling with all the important players. The competition will again be run by GolfWA this year, with the game to be played at club level between the 4th March and the 26th August and the State Final to once again will be played at the Wanneroo Golf Club on Monday 26th September 2011. Integrated Tourism Services also sponsor golf trips organised by GolfWA and the next one is to Borneo and Kuala Lumpur in March. Past trips have been to Mauritius, Vietnam, New Zealand and Tasmania.

Queen Sirikit Cup Team bound for India Golf Australia has announced the Australian women’s team to compete in the Queen Sirikit Cup at Delhi Golf Club in India from 7-11 March 2011. The Australian team members are: Breanna Elliott (VIC), Ashley Ona (QLD) and Jessica Speechley (WA). Minjee Lee (WA) and Ashlee Dewhurst (TAS) are the reserves. Breanna won the Lake Macquarie Amateur Championship at Belmont Golf Club and in 2010 won the Queensland Women’s Stroke Play title and was a member of the joint-winning Victorian team at the Australian Women’s Interstate Teams Matches. A former Australian Junior Champion, Ashley won the New South Wales Women’s Stroke Play in 2010 and has represented Australia before at the Trans-Tasman Cup. Jessica was one of two Karrie Webb Series scholarship recipients in 2010 and also won the Riversdale Cup. In 2009 she won the South Australian and Western Australian Stroke Play titles. Golf Australia High Performance Director Brad James will be the Team Manager in Delhi and Western Australian National Coach Ritchie Smith will be the Team Coach.

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Earl and Lee crowned SA Junior Amateur champions

Golf SA Announces Junior State Teams

Sam Earl and Jenny Lee have been crowned 2011 Golf SA Junior Amateur champions after winning their respective finals at The Vines Golf Club of Reynella.

Seven junior players are set to make their representative debuts for South Australia following the announcement of the State Boy’s and Girl’s Teams to compete in the Australian Boy’s and Girl’s Interstate Teams Matches in New South Wales from the 18th to the 21st of April, 2011.

Vines member Earl defeated Jacin Cook (Tea Tree Gully) 7 & 5 while Lee (Glenelg) defeated Rachel Taylor (Mt Osmond) 4 & 3. The final was played in perfect conditions across the picturesque Vines layout, and in the Boy’s championship match it was Earl who jumped out to an early lead, holding a five-hole advantage after just 9 holes. Thereafter the match evened out with Earl maintaining the same five-hole lead through 27 holes, before sealing the contest courtesy of birdies at the par 3 10th and par 5 13th holes. It was an excellent result for the 17-year-old Blackwood High School student, who finished 7th in stroke play qualifying earlier in the week. On route to the final Earl accounted for the top two Boy’s qualifiers in Cory Baker and Will Somerfield in his quarter final and semi final respectively. As predicted the Girl’s Championship final proved to be a tight affair with Jenny Lee holding a two-hole advantage over Rachel Taylor after the first 18 holes. In a seesawing match, Lee extended her lead by a further shot at the 12th only for Taylor to win a hole back with an excellent birdie 4 on the par 5 14th. After both players had found the green on the par 3 14th, Taylor conceded the hole with an unfortunate three-putt and when she drive into the trees from the next tee the contest was sealed in Lee’s favour.

For the SA Boy’s, 2010 State junior representatives Anthony Murdaca and Ben Stowe will be joined by Will Somerfield, Jack Williams, Matthew Lisk and Moe Nagi. For the Girl’s, 2010 players Rachel Taylor, Elysia Yap and Christine Beasley are joined by debutants Acacia Curtis, Amy Zhou and Kristalle Blum. The SA Boy’s side will be captained by Mt Gambier’s Will Somerfield, who has enjoyed a stellar summer with victory in the SA Junior Masters at Royal Adelaide and a solid run through to the semi finals of the SA Junior Amateur Title at The Vines. The experience of Anthony Murdaca, fresh from an impressive second placing at the Lake Macquarie Amateur Championship, and two-time summer Junior Open winner Ben Stowe will be vital to a team looking to atone for a disappointing bottom placing in last year’s series in Tasmania. The SA Girl’s team fortunes will rest heavily on the shoulders of Captain Rachel Taylor, who along with Glenelg’s Jenny Lee has dominated the summer junior series. Along with her victory at the Thaxted/ Mt Lofty Junior Open, Taylor played consistently well throughout the Summer including contesting a tightly fought Final with Lee at the SA Junior Amateur. Christine Beasley and Elysia Yap are also much improved players following their representative experience in Tasmania last year and should help the team to a much improved showing in New South Wales. Boys Team: Will Somerfield (Mt Gambier – Captain); Anthony Murdaca (The Grange); Jack Williams (The Grange); Matthew Lisk (The Grange); Ben Stowe (Royal Adelaide); Moe Nagi (Glenelg); Tony Bourne (Manager); Jamie Clutterham (Coach). Girls Team: Rachel Taylor (Mt Osmond - Captain); Acacia Curtis (Wirrabara); Amy Zhou (Kooyonga); Christine Beasley (Glenelg); Elysia Yap (Glenelg); Kristalle Blum (The Grange); Helen Schulz (Manager); Gareth Jones (Coach) The 2011 Australian Boy’s and Girl’s Interstate Teams Matches will be held from April 18th to the 20th, with the Boy’s matches being held at Sydney’s Cabramatta Golf Club, while the Girl’s head north to Newcastle to play at the picturesque Pacific Dunes Golf Club.

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All players will also compete in the Australian Boy’s and Girl’s Junior Amateur Championships, which are being held prior to the Interstate Series at Carnarvon and Newcastle Golf Club’s respectively from April 13th to the 15th.

Women’s State golf news

Murdaca and Taylor win Lofty/Thaxted Junior Open SA state representatives Anthony Murdaca and Rachel Taylor have won the SA Golf 72-Hole Junior Open held at Mt Lofty and Thaxted Park Golf Clubs. In the Boy’s division, Murdaca (The Grange, handicap -1), who won the corresponding event last year held at Blackwood and Glenelg, completed an 8-shot victory from Thaxted Park’s Kieren Barratt with The Grange’s Jack Williams taking third position. Following a scratchy opening round 73 at Mt Lofty, Murdaca put himself back in contention with an excellent second round 3-under par 64 to ensure that he and Barrett were square heading into the third round held at Thaxted Park. Murdaca completed rounds of 72 and 75 at Thaxted for a four round total of 284, while Barrett couldn’t quite repeat his excellent rounds of 69 and 68 at Mt Lofty, finishing with a 76 and 79 for a total of 292. Williams, who was a model of consistency over the first three

days with rounds of 71, 71 and 72 also lost ground on the final day when carding an 80 to finish third on 294. In the Girl’s division, Mt Osmond’s Rachel Taylor (3) completed a comfortable victory from Glenelg member’s Elysia Yap and Jenny Lee. While it was Yap who held the two-round advantage after completing rounds of 71 and 87 at Mt Lofty, it was Taylor who emerged triumphant following rounds of 86 and 77 at Thaxted Park. Her four round total of 323 (77, 83, 86,77) was enough for a five shot victory from Yap (71, 87, 81, 89 - 328), with last week’s winner at The Grange Jenny Lee finishing third following consistent rounds of 83, 84, 82 & 81 (330). The summer junior tournaments move onto Royal Adelaide with the national ranking Golf SA Junior Masters being held over 72-holes on Thursday 6 and Friday 7 January.

Somerfield and Lee win SA Junior Masters

Stowe and Lee complete Junior Open wins

Mt Gambier’s Will Somerfield has joined the an elite roll call of Australian juniors with an impressive victory in the 2011 Golf SA Junior Masters at Royal Adelaide Golf Club. In hot and breezy conditions that persisted throughout both day’s play, Somerfield carded a final round even-par 72 to finish on five-over par (293) and two shots ahead of defending champion Anthony Murdaca. A model of consistency throughout the two-day event, Somerfield’s final round featured four birdies and four bogeys. Holding his nerve through the middle of his round, he shot an impressive twounder par from holes 7 through to the 16th. With 36-holes being completed on both days, Somerfield held the overnight lead after carding rounds of 74 and 73 (147) on Thursday’s opening day. In Friday morning’s third round he carded a two-over par 72. While Murdaca put up a spirited defence, including the tournament’s low round of 4-under par 68 in Friday morning’s third round, he was left ruing an opening round 9-over par 81 that left him well behind the early leaders.

Royal Adelaide’s Ben Stowe and Glenelg’s Jenny Lee have ended the summer state junior series as they began, with victories at the Golf SA Junior Open held at The Grange and Kooyonga Golf Clubs.

Tied in third position on a four-round total of 305 were Mitchell Taht (Glenelg) and Ben Stowe (Royal Adelaide). The 17-year-old Somerfield, who is about to start his final year at St Martins College Lutheran College, joins an impressive list of winners of the Junior Masters that includes the likes of high profile professionals Adam Scott, Mark Leishmann, Jason Day and Rick Kulacz. Somerfield said he was delighted with his win, after recently teaming up Mt Gambier professional Damien Swadling to ‘work on some of the basics’ of his golf swing. In the girl’s division, Glenelg’s Jenny Lee was untroubled in becoming the first girl’s winner of the combined Junior Masters event. Lee, who in December was equally as impressive in winning the Golf SA Junior Open at The Grange, carded rounds of 75, 77, 77 and 78 for a four round total of 307. The Korean born Lee, who has been resident in Australia for four years and is attending her grade 10 year at Brighton High School, finished a full 22 shots clear of Elysia Yap (Glenelg) who carded rounds of 82,79, 82 and 86 (329). Tied with Yap in second position was Rachel Taylor (Mt Osmond) who carded rounds of 85, 94, 77 and the tournament’s low round of 73 (329).

Stowe completed his second victory of the junior summer shedule, following his impressive victory at the Golf SA Junior Open held at The Grange in December, which Lee confirmed her status as the state’s premier junior female player following her earlier wins at the Junior Open at The Grange, the Junior Masters at Royal Adelaide and last week’s Junior Girl’s Amateur title at The Vines. Five shots off the lead after the first 36-holes held at The Grange’s east course on Thursday, Stowe stormed back into contention with an excellent morning round four-under par 68 at Kooyonga and finished a fine day’s work with an even round 72 in the afternoon. Stowe’s four round total of 293 (79, 74, 68, 72) proved more than enough to take his second title of the summer, finishing seven shots ahead of last week’s SA Junior Amateur runner-up Jacin Cook (Tea Tree Gully - 72, 78, 77, 73, 300) with interstate visitor TIm Walker in third place (Red Cliffs, Victoria - 72, 78, 78, 75, 303). In the Girl’s division the ‘usual suspects’ of Jenny Lee (Glenelg), Rachel Taylor (Mt Osmond) and Elysia Yap all had chances of securing the Open event, with Lee again doing enough to finally take the title. It was a close run affair however, with Lee’s four-round total of 319 (85, 78, 77, 79) only holding off Taylor by a single shot (78, 83, 83, 76 - 320). Yap finished third on 328 while Wirrabara’s Acacia Curtis and The Grange’s Kristelle Blum, both fresh from representing South Australia in the Cudmore Cheney Challenge in Mt Gambier earlier in the week, rounded out the top five positions. www.womensgolfaustralia.com

State news VIC

Victoria

Victoria win annual Cudmore Cheney Challenge Victoria have won the annual Cudmore Cheney Challenge against their South Australian counterparts at Mt Gambier Golf Club. Displaying the wealth of talent that is available across the border, the Victorian junior girl’s side recorded an emphatic 7.5 matches to 1.5 in the three day event which featured single stableford, foursomes and individual matchplay rounds. The Victorian’s dominance on the scoreboard however belied the overall closeness of the contest, with South Australian team manager and Golf SA board member Jenny Butcher taking many positives from her sides performance both on and off the field. “This is by far the best team I have taken away in terms of the girl’s behaviour and commitment to the game,” said Butcher. “I’m delighted with how the girl’s performed overall in the Challenge matches which continues to play a vitally important role in giving our juniors invaluable competition experience away from home.” Amongst the many positives for the South Australians were solid performance by Acacia Curtis (Wirrabara), Kristelle Blum (The Grange) and Caitlin Lakin (South Lakes) who recorded respectable 33, 32 and 32 points respectively in Monday’s single stableford round. In Tuesday’s foursomes Curtis and Blum combined for a dominant 5&3 victory, while in Wednesday’s matchplay round Laikin squared her match while Cassidy Eveniadis (The Grange) was unlucky to eventually lose her match 1-down.

Cudmore Cheney team

The Border Challenge Matches for Junior Girls were first played in 1967 at Naracoorte Golf Club following a challenge from Mrs Mary Cudmore of South Australia to Miss Burta Cheney MBE of Victoria. Both ladies, outstanding golfers in their own right, were nurturing a wealth of junior talent in their respective states. The Border Matches have proved a wonderful training ground for promising young golfers for over 30 years, with many team representatives going on to win numerous State and National titles.

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Women’s State golf news

Breanna Elliott wins 2011 Lake Macquarie Amateur for Victoria The 14th Greater Building Society Lake Macquarie Women’s Amateur Championship again brought together the top amateur golfers from all Australian states and New Zealand. Stephanie Fransolet from Belgium added a European touch while Julia Boland returned from Texas USA to try for her fourth successive Lake Macquarie title. Kiwi players dominated the tournament through 2005, 2006 and 2007 (Jenny Park, Sarah Nicholson and Shin Ae Ahn). However Julia Boland from Tamworth NSW stepped in to win in 2008, 2009 and 2010. Julia will complete her post-graduate degree at Texas A & M University in May and hopes to turn professional later in 2011. As the tournament began on Thursday January 13 speculation was rife. Could Julia Boland win a fourth successive title? Could New Zealand capture a fourth title? At the end of the first day Belmont Club’s Junior Champion Aliza Huff and Ashlee Dewhurst from Royal Hobart led on even par 73. Breanna Elliott from Yarrawonga, Victoria and Emily Perry from Lochiel, New Zealand were two back on 75.

Breanna birdied the par three 14th but Julia came back with a birdie on the par five 16th. Even pars on the 17th saw them tee off on the final hole level on 4 over. Both found the fairway with their drives. The gallery around the 18th green saw Breanna’s short iron put her ball safely on the green whereas Julia finished over the back. She pitched on and watched while Breanna two putted safely to secure par. Julia was faced with a putt that could tie her with Breanna and set up a play off and the possibility of a fourth successive title. Her putt narrowly missed and Breanna Elliott from Yarrawonga had won a second Lake Macquarie Womens Amateur Championship for Victoria.

Leading Scores

296 – Breanna Elliott – Yarrawonga Vic 297 – Julia Boland – Tamworth NSW 298 – Courtney Massey – Southport Qld 299 – Jessica Speechley – Lake Karrinyup WA 300 – Minjee Lee – Royal Freemantle WA 302 – Ashley Ona – Gailes Qld 302 – Emily Perry – Lochiel NZ 303 – Ashlee Dewhurst – Royal Hobart Tas 306 – Carly Beck – The Australian NSW 307 – Whitney Harvey – Melville Glades WA

After the second day Breanna Elliott and Emily Perry had stepped up with even par 73s to be joint leaders on 2 over. Ashlee Dewhurst was still in contention on 3 over while Julia Boland stepped up to tie with Ashlee and Courtney Massey from Southport Qld in third place. On the third day Emily Perry went to the lead after an even par 73 and led on 2 over. Breanna Elliott was one back on 3 over while Julia Boland was alone in third place on 4 over. Golf Australia had lengthened the course by 241 metres for this tournament and as a result there were less sub-par scores than in the past. When Emily, Breanna and Julia teed off in the final group on the final day the stage was set for a momentous day. Could Emily take the crown for New Zealand for a fourth time? Could Breanna emulate Vicki Uwland’s (now Thomas) effort in 2001 by winning for Victoria or could Julia take out her fourth successive Lake Macquarie title at Belmont? Breanna went out in even par to lead on 3 over with nine holes to play while Emily and Julia dropped back to 5 over. Early on the back nine fortunes ebbed and flowed. When they teed off on the par four 13th into a blustery nor’easter sea breeze Emily was extremely unfortunate to find the trees to the right of the fairway resulting in her taking a triple bogey. Breanna and Julia both parred and were co-leaders on 5 over.

Breanna Elliott, Julia Boland, Emily Perry

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State news NSW

New South Wales

2011 Women’s NSW State Championship and 2 of the NSW 72 Hole Championship at The Lakes Golf Club on the 16th–17th May, 2011. Division 2 will be played in conjunction with the Margery McWilliam Bowl Qualifying at Bonnie Doon Golf Club on the 16th/17th May, 2011.

By Christy Collier

The 2011 Women’s NSW State Championship incorporates the 2011 Women’s 72-hole Championship, the 2011 Women’s MidAmateur Championship, the 2011 Margery McWilliam Bowl and the 2011 Women’s NSW Club Champions (Division 1 and Division 2).

2011 Women’s NSW State Championship

These events are the pinnacle of women’s amateur golf in NSW, and will attract quality fields from around the state.

The 2011 Women’s NSW State Championship is held at The Australian Golf Club on 22nd/23rd/24th May, 2011. It will consist of four rounds of match play (Round of 16, Quarter Finals, Semi Finals and Final), each match being 18-holes, except the Final which is 36-holes.

2011 Women’s NSW 72-hole Championship

The 2011 Women’s 72-hole Championship will be held the The Lakes Golf Club on 16th–17th and the 19th/20th May, 2011. The Championship is open to female amateur golfers whose handicap does not exceed 12 strokes at the time of entry.

The top 32 competitors from the 72-hole stroke play Championship are eligible to compete in the Women’s NSW State Championship Match Play.

NSW Women’s State Champion Sue Wooster (Victoria)

The Championship will be stroke play over four rounds of 18 holes (72 holes): • Round 1 (18 holes) – Monday 16th May. • Round 2 (18 holes) – Tuesday 17th May. • Round 3 (18 holes) – Thursday 19th May. • Round 4 (18 holes) – Friday 20th May. The entire field will contest all four rounds.

The 2011 Women’s NSW Club Champion is open to female amateur golfers who are the 2010 Women’s Club Champion of a Golf Club affiliated with Golf NSW.

The schedule for all of the above is as follows: Monday 16th May • Women’s 72-hole Championship; The Lakes • Women’s Mid Amateur Championship; The Lakes • Women’s Club Champions (Division 1); The Lakes • Women’s Margery McWilliam Bowl Qualifying; Bonnie Doon • Women’s Club Champions (Division 2); Bonnie Doon Tuesday 17th May • Women’s 72-hole Championship; The Lakes • Women’s Mid Amateur Championship; The Lakes • Women’s Club Champions (Division 1); The Lakes • Women’s Margery McWilliam Bowl Qualifying; Bonnie Doon • Women’s Club Champions (Division 2); Bonnie Doon Thursday 19th May • Women’s 72-hole Championship; The Lakes Friday 20th May • Women’s 72-hole Championship; The Lakes Sunday 22nd May • Women’s NSW State Championship – Match Play – 1st Round; The Australian Monday 23rd May • Women’s NSW State Championship – Match Play; The Australian (AM – Quarter Finals, PM – Semi Finals) • Women’s Margery McWilliam Bowl – Match Play; The Australian (AM – Quarter Finals, PM – Semi Finals) Tuesday 24th May Women’s NSW State Championship – Match Play – FINAL; The Australian Women’s Margery McWilliam Bowl – Match Play – FINAL; The Australian

Club Champions is played in two divisions – Division 1 and Division 2. Division 1 will be played in conjunction with Rounds 1

Entries for the above events are now open. To enter log on to www.golfnsw.org or contact Golf NSW for entry forms.

2011 Women’s NSW Mid-Amateur Championship

The 2011 Women’s NSW Mid-Amateur Championship is played in conjunction with the first and second round of the 72-hole Championship at The Lakes Golf Club on 16th/17th of May, 2011. The Championship is open to female amateur golfers, aged from 35 to 54 years on the first day of play.

2011 Women’s NSW Margery McWilliam Bowl

The 2011 Women’s Margery McWilliam Bowl is open to female amateur golfers with a Handicap Limit 13 to 25. It is the Division 2 section of the State Championship. The Margery McWilliam Bowl is played over two stages – qualifying and match play. The Qualifying Rounds are two rounds of 18-holes, played on 16th–17th May, 2011 at Bonnie Doon Golf Club. The top eight qualify to compete in the Match Play component, which is played on 22nd/23rd/24th May, 2011 at The Australian Golf Club.

2011 Women’s NSW Club Champions

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Women’s State golf news

2011 Womens’ Summer Foursomes Wollongong Keeps Title on Home Turf Wollongong Golf Club’s home town advantage proved a winner with their own Lynn Townsend and Lynnette Robinson taking out the 2011 Women’s Summer Foursomes on Monday 10th and Tuesday 11th January 2011. It was a great start to the year with the Summer Foursomes shooting some fantastic scores on its first day to qualify for the Matchplay Finals. All of Monday’s 18 hole Scratch Foursomes winners who qualified first in each division won their Matchplay Finals held the following day. Division 1 winners Lynn Townsend (6) and Lynnette Robinson (10) defeated Rosemary Deards (10) and Julie Greenberg (15) from Cronulla by 4/2. The winning pair were only 2 shots over the card when the match finished on the 16th hole. At the Trophy Presentation Lynn Townsend extended her thanks to Golf NSW for holding the tournament at Wollongong and praised the greens staff and the Club Management for their assistance in welcoming the competitors. Division 2 winners were Rebecca Wright (16) and Maxine Malcolm (16) from Camden Golf Club. The girls were early to the tee for the final and both Rebecca and Maxine were understandably excited to have qualified and to win was a dream come true for the girls. The pair defeated Judy O’Brien (16) from Jamberoo and Debbie Byrnes (15) from Port Kembla Golf Clubs 3/2 for a solid win. Division 3 winners Linda White (25) and Carolyn Murphy (26) both from Kareela Golf Course stated that they enjoyed the format of the Summer Foursomes tremendously and are looking forward to contesting the Division 3 title in 2012. The girls defeated Ina Bombadiere (31) and Arienne Hellmrich (27) from Nelson Bay Golf Club for a 4/2 win. The Tournament format was an 18 Hole Scratch Stroke Foursomes qualifying round (18 hole nett in conjunction) followed on Day 2 by Match Play Semi Finals and Finals, with both morning and afternoon rounds for the lucky qualifiers. It was stated by the Finalists at the 1st tee prior to the commencement of the Final Matchplay round, that it was fantastic to be able to play again on the second day on a course such as Wollongong.

Day 1 Winners

Considering the recent rains, that was an extraordinary effort by Stephen and his staff. The Wollongong Golf Course is well worth a visit and with the Best Western and Club House all together overlooking the sea and golf course the venue is ideal for all visitors. Golf NSW would like to extend their appreciation to the General Manager, Nerine Ockwell and her staff for the hospitality and courtesy shown to officials and competitors alike throughout the event. A special thank you to Ross and Meaghan in the Pro Shop for their assistance throughout the event. nothing was too much trouble to organize. The Women’s Committee at Wollongong provided a ‘very welcomed and appreciated morning tea and a well deserved thankyou must go to Captain Robyn Howe and Vice President Gloria Swift.

Div 1 Winners Lynn Townsend & Lynette Robinson

Div 1 R-up Rosemary Deards & Julie Greenberg

Div 2 Winners Rebecca Wright & Maxine Malcolm

Div 2 R-up Debbie Byrnes & Judi O’Brien

Div 3 Winners Linda White & Carolyn Murphy

Div 3 R-up Arienne Hellmrich & Ina Bombardiere

On both days the players found the Par 3 5th hole a challenge with only 4 pairs scoring par on Day 1, with the average score being 5. The Par 4 6th also proved difficult with the average score being a double bogie. All players agreed the greens were a little slower than usual for Wollongong with the very thick Kikuyu rough proving to be somewhere to stay right away from. The Greens Superintendent Stephen Gaze had the course in perfect condition for the tournament.

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Debbie Nunn wins Open Summer Cup Debbie Nunn wins the Open Summer Cup held on Monday 7 to 10 March, at Mt Broughton, Bowral, Highlands and Moss Vale Golf Clubs. There was over 120 players present at the Presentation on Wednesday 9th March at Bowral Golf Club to see a very thrilled Debbie Nunn accept the Open Summer Cup. Debbie said “what a beautiful tournament to enter” and urged all players to come along next year and bring some more of their mates from their Club/s. She also stated that she appreciated the condition of all the courses and thanked the green staff for a fantastic job. Debbie had a total score over the 36 hole event of 160 of the stick, with Jocelyn MacKay just behind her with a 163. Gracious in defeat, Jocelyn congratulated Debbie on her solid win. Jocelyn McKay has won the tournament 13 times since 1987 and is a great supporter of the Summer Meeting. The winner of Division 2 was Elizabeth Lewis from Wakehurst with a scatch score of 198. Elizabeth won several prizes over the 4 days of the tournament and stated “I can’t believe I’ve managed a win!” The runner up was Janice Durban with a score of 200, Janice said she felt she played well and was happy with the result; she put her good golf down to nice playing partners each day. Division 3 - Summer Salver, the newly introduced trophy was won by Carolyn Morgan from Bayview with a stableford score of 78 for the 36 holes. Carolyn congratulated all the winners and will be back next year to defend her trophy. Sarah Fahey, a local form Moss Vale was runner up with a 75 nett total. This year there were 275 players competing over the 4 days. Players were keen to enjoy the great weather and the hospitality of the Southern Highlands. The courses all played well and were in excellent condition due to the recent weather conditions. The Summer Meeting has been held for many years and attracts women golfers from all around the state, it has been an opportunity for the competitors to meet up with old friends and make some new ones.

This year the event was sponsored by Peppers Manor House who also assisted with accommodation and prize vouchers. Golf NSW would like to thank Peppers for their generous support of the event this year. The Summer Meeting format consists of 4 days of golf, days 1 & 2 are 18 hole scratch events in 3 Divisions, day 3 is a Foursomes event and day 4 is a Best Ball v Pat Teams event. The evening Presentation on Wednesday 9th March at the Bowral Golf Club was enjoyable and a big thanks goes to the hospitality of the Bowral Golf Club and its Women’s Committee. Golf NSW extends their thanks to all the Committees, Staff and Members for their assistance in making this a successful event and we look forward to coming to the Southern Highlands again next year.

2011 Women’s Autumn Meeting – May 2011 Entries are now open for the 2011 Women’s Autumn Meeting, to be held at various courses in Canberra Federal, Royal Canberra, Murrumbidgee, Queanbeyam, Gungahlin Lakes, Gold Creek, Viking Capital Belconnen and Yowani Golf Clubs. As indicated here there is a great variety of golf to be had on these very exceptional courses in the ACT. The Tournament commences on Monday 2nd to 5th May 2011. This event has been held over many years and attracts women golfers from around the State. It is an opportunity for the Competitors to meet up with old friends and make some new ones. Since 2006 Lynne Townsend has been extremely successful winning 3 times. The first winner of the event was Miss. E Fraser in 1933.

draw for the event is semi seeded for Days 1 & 2 with players nominating their playing partners on days 3 & 4.

The Women’s Autumn Meeting format consists of 4 days of golf, days 1 & 2 are 18 hole Scratch events in 3 Divisions, day 3 is a Foursomes event and day 4 is a Best Ball V Pat Teams event.The

Entries are now open www.golfnsw.org. $40 per person per day or $150 per person for four days and Presentation Dinner. Entries close Monday 11th April 2011.

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The Presentation Dinner is always an enjoyable evening and this year it will again be held at Yownai Country Club on Tuesday 3rd May. Yowani Golf Club and its Women’s Committee always give a warm welcome to visitors and the 2011 presentation will be no exception. Golf NSW is committed to promoting and encouraging the game of golf and believe this Tournament is a great way for all women golfers to compete at all levels.

State news

QLD

Queensland Amateur golfers honoured at Industry Awards Some of Queensland’s finest golfers were honoured at last night’s 2010 Queensland Golf Industry Awards including dedicated volunteer Broderick Bird.

Team and State Men’s Team. Smith was also a member of the Golf Australia National Squad and most recently finished the highest ranked amateur at the Cellarbrations Qld PGA Championship.

Golf Queensland recognises the time volunteers give to the golf industry and Bird was the proud recipient of the Club Super Volunteer of the Year award.

Emily McLennan was awarded the Junior Amateur Player of the Year after a successful year which saw her claim two major titles including the Katherine Hull Classic and the Tasmanian Girls’ Masters, a title she won by 12 strokes.

A member of the Wondai Golf Club in the South Burnett region for over 30 years, it is believed he is the first Indigenous golf captain of any Queensland Club. Bird spent 15 years as Captain and although at the age of 15 he lost his leg in a train accident, he is now the full-time volunteer greens keeper at the club and spends about 40 hours a week of volunteering his services.

Other highlights for the year include being a member of the 2010 Girls State Team, competing in the biennial Junior Open Championship at Lundin Golf Club and placing third in the Victorian Junior Championship. The evening was hosted by the PGA Queensland division and also featured the induction of the 2010 graduating PGA Trainees.

The state’s best amateur golfers were also recognised for their efforts in 2010 with players Tim Hart, Ashley Ona, Emily McLennan and Cameron Smith picking up awards. Tim Hart was named the Male Amateur Golfer of the Year after he finished the year ranked ninth by Golf Australia after strong performances in Australia and overseas. He finished second in the Queensland Amateur, Federal Amateur and the Victorian Match Play and claimed a third in the NSW medal. He had good performances in the Dogwood Invitational in the USA where he finished 29th and in the Players Amateur where he finished 9th. A highlight of Hart’s year was playing in the North-East amateur in the USA where he finished tied 18th. Hart was also a member of the 2010 State Team which won the 2010 Men’s Interstate Series. Ashley Ona was awarded the Female Amateur Golfer of the Year after a stellar year in 2010 winning a string of tournaments including the NSW amateur. Ashley was a member of the 2010 State Team which won the Women’s Interstate Series, represented the AIS in Great Britain, was a member of the National Squad and member of the 2010 Junior Tran Tasman Team. She finished the year ranked fourth in the Golf Australia rankings list and was selected to represent Australia in the Queen Sirikit at Delhi Golf Club in India from the 7th to 11th of March . It looks to be another successful season for Ashley after she won the 2011 Canberra Classic. Cameron Smith took home the Junior Male Amateur of the Year after his successful year which saw him claim three major tournaments including the 2010 Queensland Strokeplay Championship, 2010 GNGF Junior Masters Champion (third consecutive win 2008, 2009 & 2010) and the 2010 Queensland Boys Amateur.

Top row: Ashley Ona and Tim Hart Above: Cameron Smith and Broderick Bird Right: Emily McLennan

Smith also topped the Golf Australia player rankings for the second year in a row and was a member of the Junior State Boys www.womensgolfaustralia.com

BBC kicks off Queensland MYGolf program

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More than forty eight Prep to Year 4 students at Brisbane Boys College (BBC) became the first MYGolf members in Queensland following the launch of the National golf skills challenge and awards program for 2011. Working with Golf Queensland Development Officer and Golf Professional Lee Harrington and BBC Junior Coordinator Jarrod Turner, the students were part of the National junior program and skills challenge. Students undertook an eight-week program at BBC and were monitored through the MYGolf skills challenges – Rip It, Roll It, Chip It, Fly It, Blast It and Bend It. Lee Harrington said Golf Queensland was thrilled the MYGolf program would be rolled out at BBC. “It’s a great program that gives both the professional and student structure and gives students purpose to develop and improve their golf skills,” Ms Harrington said. “The skills the children will learn through the program are constantly tested to enable them to develop the six key elements of the game. The BBC students will receive expert advice from PGA Trainee Neville Austin who will work with the school’s teachers to deliver the program.” Students receive a skills chart, bag tag, Prepare to launch booklet, posters, membership card and insurance by joining MYGolf.

Visit www.golfaustralia.org.au/mygolf to find a MYGolf Centre nearest to you.

Clubs and Professionals are actively taking up the program which was developed by Golf Australia who hope to have 50 per cent of Golf Clubs in Australia on board within the five years.

Boys and Girls Interstate Teams announced

Queensland Boys retain PJ Davies Plate

Golf Queensland has named its representative teams to compete in April’s Australian Boys and Girls Interstate Teams Matches in New South Wales. The full Queensland Interstate Teams are as follows: Queensland Boys’ Team: Cameron Smith, Sam Daley, Jake McLeod, Viraat Badhwar, Jordan McCarthy, Wade Stockill. Coach – Grant Field, Manager – Ray Adams Queensland Girls’ Team: Emily McLennan, Christina Mew, Jaimee Dougan, Gennai Goodwin, Zoe Field, Lauren Mason. Coach – Virginia Irwin, Manager – Michelle Evans

The Queensland Boys Team has retained the PJ Davies Plate on March 15th with a tight three-all draw against their PGA Trainee opponents in extremely wet conditions at the Pacific Harbour Golf & Country Club. Cameron Smith, Lucas Harris and Wade Stockill won their matches to clench the draw, after team members Jordon McCarthy, Alex Wall and Sam Daley were beaten in the final few holes.

The Queensland Selectors Panel was extremely impressed by the strength of the 2011 Queensland Teams, further to this was the depth of talent in the Boy’s and Girl’s Training Squads which left the selectors the tough task of choosing only six team members. The 2011 Australian Boys and Girls Interstate Teams Matches will be played from 18–20 April at Cabramatta Golf Club Club (Boys) and Pacific Dunes Golf Club (Girls). The Interstate Series will be preceded by the Australian Boys and Girls Amateur the previous week at Carnarvon Golf Club (Boys) and Horizons Golf Club (Girls).

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Although the Queensland Boys Team were unable to repeat last year’s convincing 5-1 win, they were able to retain the Plate. This year’s Boys Team is the youngest side in recent years and the players are showing excellent form as they prepare for their upcoming trip to New South Wales to contest the Australian Junior Boys Interstate Series. Played in excellent spirit, the event has been a traditional part of the State Junior Team’s preparation in the lead-up to the National event. The Team will be challenging for their first Interstate series since 2006 when they line up in April at the Cabramatta Golf Club.

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Women’s State golf news

Sport and Recreation Flood Fightback Plan Help is available to assist sport and recreation clubs to re-establish facilities and repair or replace equipment which has been damaged in the floods. The Queensland Government has put together a range of assistance measures accessible by sport and recreation clubs, so they can be back operating as soon as possible. 1. Financial assistance for sport and recreation equipment: The Sport and Recreation Flood Fightback Plan – Equipment Program will provide one-off funding, up to a maximum of $12,500, for repairing or replacing sport and recreation training and playing equipment. 2. Financial assistance for infrastructure: The Sport and Recreation Flood Fightback Plan – Infrastructure Program will provide one-off funding, up to a maximum of $60,000, for repairing or replacing infrastructure. 3. Advice/referral service: The Community Recovery Line (1800 173 349) is the primary contact point for affected sport and recreation clubs seeking advice or assistance. They will refer

clubs to officers who can assist with complex needs and provide advice on a coordinated package of support to meet individual club needs. 4. Linking with tradespersons: A linking service has been established to match volunteer tradespersons with sport and recreation organisations (working with Operation Bounce Back). Sport and recreation clubs can lodge their requests for assistance online and will be contacted by sport and recreation staff member to discuss their recovery needs. 5. Specialist technical advice: Access to specialist technical advice including engineering, building and insurance, and restoring playing fields. For more information, or to seek advice and assistance: • call the Community Recovery Line on 1800 173 349 • complete the Sport and Recreation Flood Damage Register for assistance with repairs to flood damaged fields and clubhouses • email sportassistance@communities.qld.gov.au.

To find out more please visit www.sportrec.qld.gov.au/Funding/Overviewofallfundingprograms/SportandRecreationFloodFightbackPlan.aspx

Queensland floods: Industry update Sports Minister visits golf clubs

Golf industry will recover

Minister for Sport Phil Reeves recently visited three Queensland golf clubs to give him a first hand view of the industry’s position following the recent floods. Minister Reeves was invited by Golf Queensland president Tom Crothers to accompany him on a tour of Jindalee, McLeod and Indooroopilly Golf Clubs.

The Queensland floods will cost the golf industry millions of dollars but Golf Queensland president Tom Crothers said clubs are resilient and they will recover.

“The Minister was very giving of his time visiting some of our hardest hit golf clubs,” Mr Crothers said. “We showed him around three courses in Brisbane’s western suburbs to show him the impact the floods have had on our industry. “Although the Minister was only able to visit a few clubs, we provided him with the latest information on the damage sustained by Golf Clubs around the State.” Mr Crothers said Golf Queensland would work closely with the Government to ensure the golf industry gets back up and running as soon as possible. “The Minister’s priority is to get people back on the golf courses and through the clubhouses,” Mr Crothers said. “I am confident, with the assistance of the Government, the golf industry will recover.” Minister Reeves also emphasised applications for the funding provided by Sport and Recreation would be a priority for his team. The Sport and Recreation Flood Fightback Plan includes two funding opportunities for clubs. The Equipment Program will provide one-off funding, up to a maximum of $12,500, for repairing or replacing sport and recreation training and playing equipment. The Infrastructure Program will provide one-off funding, up to a maximum of $60,000, for repairing or replacing infrastructure. Golf Queensland will provide grants writing assistance through the services of Red Tape Busters to Clubs that have been affected by the December 2010/January 2011 floods.

“The full brunt of the floods only became clear once waters receded. Damage to club houses, machinery and courses wass far beyond anything experienced before,” Mr Crothers said. “We will be working with clubs, the Government and Golf Australia to ensure those affected are provided with all possible assistance through grants and other support programs,” Mr Crothers said. “Many people will experience some tough times going forward as they begin repairing their homes and businesses and it will be important to keep their spirits up. One way we can help is to get people back playing golf and rebuilding their lives,” Mr Crothers said.

Queensland Golf Clubs call for machinery Golf clubs across Queensland are in urgent need of machinery and specialised equipment to mop up their courses after the recent floods. Golf Queensland President Tom Crothers said many clubs had lost their machinery sheds along with all of their equipment as a result of the recent flooding. “Tractors, Posi-tracks, Rough Mowers, Aerators, Verti-Drains, Tee and Green Mowers and Bunker Rakes are just a few items needed by clubs to help get people back onto their Courses,” Mr Crothers said. “Some clubs have a massive job of cleaning up and need specialist equipment to get the mud off fairways and greens. If anyone can assist with any Machinery or Equipment please contact Claire Power at Golf Queensland on (07) 3252 8155 or email claire@golfqueensland.org.au. www.womensgolfaustralia.com

Book Reviews

Women’s Words of Wisdom, Power and Passion – 50 influential achievers share their inspiring insights

RRP: $34.95. Call 1300 723 112 to order.

Karen Phillips “As we celebrate our past, present and future, Australian women have so much to be proud of”. – Governor-General of Australia, Ms Quentin Bryce AC. No one understands women better than women. So who better to give advice than 50 of Australia’s finest? Women’s Words of Wisdom, Power and Passion presents the ultimate collection of women, coming together to share everything

Mysore Style Cooking: The secret Yogic recipes of Mysore, India

Elephant Publishing Mysore Style Cooking is a unique Indian cookbook straight from one of the humblest culinary experts of Mysore, India, Ms. V. Sandhya. Sandhya draws from generations of knowledge delivering dishes that are Ayurvedically balanced and delicious in flavour. This is traditional Vegetarian Indian food you will never find in commercial Indian restaurants.

INTUITION

Paul Fenton-Smith H ow p s y ch i c a r e y o u ? INTUITION helps you find out by offering a range of interesting games and exercises to help you identify your innate psychic strengths. It also helps you to develop powerful insight as an effective tool in shaping your life. It unlocks ancient psychic secrets and includes compelling real life examples to illustrate each point.

Admiral Arthur Phillip – The Man

Lyn M Fergusson In an era of harshness Phillip stood out as a humanitarian. Lyn M Fergusson’s biography concentrates on the man, Phillip’s character is clearly illustrated putting to rest any notion his capabilities w e r e u n k n ow n t o t h e British Government when commissioned to lead an expedition of such magnitude to the far side of the world.

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they know about success, love, health and happiness. This book is filled with stunning photos and personal anecdotes from Australia’s most respected and adored women. Released to coincide with the Centenary of International Women’s Day, it is a celebration of influential women in fashion, business, sports, politics, media and everyday life. Through their insight, valour and compassion come some of life’s most

important lessons. “Listen to your intuition, trust in your abilities and love yourself just the way you are – you are totally unique and incredible in your own right …” – Miranda Kerr. Launched by the GovernorGeneral, Ms Quentin Bryce, and with a foreword by Olivia Newton-John, this book is poised to become the ultimate guide to living a balanced life as an Australian woman.

Rock’n’Roll Photography Is The New Trainspotting: A retrospective of work from the last 30 years

Rockpool Publishing Tony Mott’s photos have been published globally in 20 countries, appearing on the covers of over 450 CD’s and more than 700 magazines. He has toured with music greats, and now for the first time the photographic highlights of his career are available to buy with the release of his new book, Rock’n’Roll Photography Is The New Trainspotting.

The Australian Veg Food Guide 2011 Edited by Lisa Dempster

Independent Press Find the best Vegetarian food across Oz! After a sell out Melbourne edition, this new rewritten and redesigned nationwide food guide contains over 200 reviews and listings of as many vegan, vegetarian and veg-friendly restaurants as can be crammed in from all around Australia.

The Map of the Soul

Rockpool Publishing Tricia Brennan, internationallyrenowned Australian author, provides a practical, step-by-step approach to addressing the age old question ‘what’s my life’s purpose?’. A 12-level program includes everyday exercises, meditations and real-life case studies. The Map of the Soul provides a hands-on approach for those wanting to make genuine change in their world to produce the life they really want.

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Calendar of events April 01 Golf Queensland Captains Day, Virginia, QLD 01 Metropolitan Matchplay, Rd2, VIC 03 Bowra & O’Dea Sponsors Day, Lake Karrinyup CC, WA 03 Metropolitan Pennant, Rd3, VIC 04-06 Bowra & O’Dea 72 Hole Stroke C’ship, Lake Karrinyup CC, WA 04-06 Mollymook Women’s Open, Mollymook GC, NSW 04-06 Women’s Western Australian 72-hole Stroke Play, Lake Karrinyup GC, WA 06 Carnarvon Cup, Carnarvone GC, NSW 07-08 Women’s WGN Annual Tournament, Richmond GC, NSW 08 Metropolitan Matchplay, Rd3, VIC 10-12 Queensland Womens Mid Am C’ship, Horton park, QLD 10-14 Queensland Senior Womens Am C’ship, Horton park, QLD 10 Club Vardon, Flagstaff Hill & Glenelg, Flagstaff Hill GC, Adelaide, SA 10 Metropolitan Pennant, Rd4, VIC 11-13 Kay Mahlook Shield, Rd1, Bendigo, VIC 12-13 Women’s BMDLGA Annual Tournament, Leura GC, NSW 13-15 Australian Girl’s Amateur, Horizons GC (NSW), NSW 13-15 Australian Girls’ Amateur, Newcastle GC, Newcastle, NSW, SA 14-15 Golf SA Club Forum, Glenelg GC, Adelaide, SA 14 Women’s Metro Open Day, Mt Lofty GC, Adelaide, SA 15 Metropolitan Matchplay, Rd4NSW, VIC 17 Metropolitan Pennant, Rd5, VIC 18-20 Australian Girl’s Interstate Teams Matches, Pacific Dunes GC, NSW 18-20 Australian Girls’ Interstate Teams Matches, Pacific Dunes GC, Medowie, NSW 19 Women’s Metro Open Day, Royal Adelaide GC, Adelaide SA 21 Bankstown Salver, Bankstown GC, NSW 22-25 Alice Springs Open Golf C’ship, Alice Springs GC, Alice Springs, NT 23-24 Carlton Draught Easter Open Weekend, Blackwood GC, Adelaide, SA 25 Toukley Cup, Toukley GC, NSW 26-29 Men’s and Women’s Queensland Stroke Play, Sanctuary Cove & Burleigh GCs, QLD 26 Club Vardon, Blackwood, Blackwood GC, Adelaide, SA 27-29 Queensland Womens Stroke Play C’ship, Sanctuary Cove, QLD 27-29 Women’s NHDLGA Annual Tournament, Pacific Dunes & Newcastle GCs, NSW 27-30 Queensland Women’s 72 Hole Stroke Play, Bribie Island GC, QLD 28-01 May Men’s & Women’s Golf South Australia Amateur C’ship, Glenelg GC, SA 28-01 May Rene Erichsen Salver, Glenelg GC, Adelaide, SA 28-01 May Women’s South Australia 72-hole Stroke Play, Glenelg GC, SA 29-01 May Golf SA Classic, Glenelg GC, Adelaide, SA 28 Treloar Cup, Tamworth GC, NSW 29 Golf NSW Metropolitan Grade Competition, Rd1, Various, NSW 29 Metropolitan Matchplay, Rd5, VIC 29 Silver Salver, Royal Perth GC, WA 29 South Australian Aboriginal Golf C’ship, North Adelaide GC, SA 30-02 May Women’s Northern Territory Amateur, Alice Springs GC, NT 30-02 May Women’s Northern Territory Senior Amateur, Alice Springs, NT May 01 Metropolitan Pennant, Rd6, VIC 02-03 Regional Seniors, Brigetown, WA 02-05 Women’s Autumn Meeting, ACT, Various, NSW 03-05 Women’s NEDGA Annual Tournament, Inverell GC, NSW 03-06 Men’s and Women’s Queensland Amateur, Sanctuary Cove & Burleigh GCs, QLD 03-06 Queensland Mens & Womens Am C’ship, Arundel Hills, QLD

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Calendar of 03 Ryde-Parramatta Cup and Salver, Ryde-Parramatta GC, NSW 03 Victorian Country Tournament, Autumn, Dalhousie, VIC 03 Women’s Northern Territory Senior Amateur, Alice Springs, NT 05 Women’s A2, Blackwood GC, Adelaide, SA 05 Women’s Metro Open Day, Riverside GC, Adelaide, SA 06 Metropolitan Matchplay, Rd6, VIC 09 ALGU, Flora Brownfield & Commemoration Cup, Melville Glades GC, WA 09 Cleek 1, Blackwood GC, Adelaide, SA 09 Concord Cup, Concord GC, NSW 10-12 Women’s WDLGA Annual Tournament, Wellington & Molong GCs, NSW 12 Division One Open Day, Royal Canberra GC (ACT), NSW 13 Golf NSW Metropolitan Grade Competition, Rd2, Various, NSW 13 Metropolitan Matchplay, Rd7, VIC 15 Bonnar Cup, Glenelg GC, Adelaide, SA 15 Metropolitan Pennant, Rd7, VIC 15 Sharp Cup, Grange GC, Adelaide, SA 15 Simpson Cup, Flagstaff Hill GC, Adelaide, SA 16-17 Victorian Mid-Am C’ship, Southern Metropolitan, VIC 16-17 Women’s, Margery McWilliam Bowl (Qual Rounds), Bonnie Doon GC, NSW 16-17 Women’s Club C’pion of Champions (Div1), The Lakes GC, NSW 16-17 Women’s NSW 72-hole Stroke Play C’ship, The Lakes GC, NSW 16-17 Women’s NSW Mid-Am C’ship, The Lakes GC, NSW 16-18 Queensland Womens Country C’ship, Capricorn Rydges, QLD 16 Cleek 1, Riverside GC, Adelaide, SA 16 State Stableford Series 2, South Central Metropolitan, VIC 16 Women’s A2, Flagstaff Hill GC, Adelaide, SA 19-20 Women’s NSW 72-hole Stroke Play C’ship, The Lakes GC, NSW 22-24 Women’s NSW State C’ship & Margery McWilliam Bowl (Match Play Rounds), The Australian GC, NSW 22 Bonnar Cup, Thaxted Park GC, Adelaide, SA 22 Finals, Metropolitan Pennant, VIC 22 Sharp Cup, Glenelg GC, Adelaide, SA 22 Simpson Cup, Tea Tree Gully GC, Adelaide, SA 23-25 Women’s South Pacific Ladies Masters, Surfers Paradise GC, QLD 23 Cleek 1, Kooyonga GC, Adelaide, SA 23 Cleek 2, Mt Osmond GC, Adelaide, SA 23 Metropolitan Pennants, Rd1, WA 23 Women’s A2, Mt Osmond GC, Adelaide, SA 23 Women’s A3, North Adelaide GC, SA 24 Bonnie Doon Salver, Bonnie Doon GC, NSW 25 Women’s Metro Open Day, Mt Osmond GC, Adelaide, SA 27 Golf NSW Metropolitan Grade Competition, Rd3, Various, NSW 27 Royal Women’s Hospital Melbourne Golf Day, Southern Metropolitan, VIC 28-29 Golf SA Junior Sand Greens, Kadina GC, SA 29 Bonnar Cup, Royal Adelaide GC, Adelaide, SA 29 Keno NSW Mixed Fourball C’ship, Club qualifying rounds to be completed, All participating clubs, NSW 29 Sharp Cup, Mt Lofty GC, Adelaide, SA 29 Simpson Cup, Kooyonga GC, Adelaide, SA 29 Women’s A1, Kooyonga GC, Adelaide, SA 30 Cleek 1, Grange GC, Adelaide, SA 30 Cleek 2, Mt Lofty GC, Adelaide, SA 30 Metropolitan Pennants-Rd2, WA 30 Women’s A2, Grange GC, Adelaide, SA 30 Women’s A3, Mt Lofty GC, Adelaide, SA

Calendar of events

Events June 02 Bowral Open C’ship, Bowral GC, NSW 03 Golf NSW Metropolitan Grade Competition, Rd4, Various, NSW 05 Bonnar Cup, Grange GC, Adelaide, SA 05 Sharp Cup, Mt Osmond GC, Adelaide, SA 05 Simpson Cup, Blackwood GC, Adelaide, SA 05 Women’s A1, Blackwood GC, Adelaide, SA 06-09 Women’s Victorian Veteran’s Amateur, Trentham GC (VIC), NSW 06 Cleek 1, North Adelaide GC, SA 06 Cleek 2, Westwood Ho GC, Adelaide, SA 06 Women’s A2, Thaxted Park GC, Adelaide, SA 06 Women’s A3, Westwood Ho GC, Adelaide, SA 07-08 Victorian Par 3 C’ship, Northern, VIC 07-09 Women’s N&NWDLGA Annual Tournament, Tamworth GC, NSW 10 Golf NSW Metropolitan Grade Competition, Rd5, Various, NSW 10 Metropolitan Pennants, Rd3, WA 12 Bonnar Cup, Tea Tree Gully GC, Adelaide, SA 12 Sharp Cup, Vines of Reynella GC, Adelaide, SA 12 Simpson Cup, Royal Adelaide GC, Adelaide, SA 12 Women’s A1, Royal Adelaide GC, Adelaide, SA 13 Metropolitan Pennants, Rd4, WA 17 Golf NSW Metropolitan Grade Competition, Rd6, Various, NSW 18-19 Victorian Business Women’s C’ship & Salver, South Western, VIC 19 Bonnar Cup, Kooyonga GC, Adelaide, SA 19 Sharp Cup, Blackwood GC, Adelaide, SA 19 Simpson Cup, Glenelg GC, Adelaide, SA 19 Women’s A1, Glenelg GC, Adelaide, SA 20-24 Women’s Queensland Senior Amateur, Bargara GC (QLD), NSW 20 Cleek 1, Glenelg GC, Adelaide, SA 20 Cleek 2, Vines of Reynella GC, Adelaide, SA 20 Metropolitan Pennants, Rd5, WA 20 Women’s A2, Tea Tree Gully GC, Adelaide, SA 20 Women’s A3, Vines of Reynella GC, Adelaide, SA 24 Golf NSW Metropolitan Grade Competition, Rd7, Various, NSW 25-26 Northern Weekend Tournament, Pacific Dunes GC, NSW 26 Bonnar Cup, Flagstaff Hill GC, Adelaide, SA 26 Queensland Mixed Foursome C’ship, Caboolture, QLD 26 Sharp Cup, Tea Tree Gully GC, Adelaide, SA 26 Simpson Cup, Grange GC, Adelaide, SA 26 Women’s A1, Grange GC, Adelaide, SA 27 Cleek 1, Royal Adelaide GC, Adelaide, SA 27 Cleek 2, Thaxted Park GC, Adelaide, SA 27 Metropolitan Pennants, Rd6, WA 27 Women’s A2, Royal Adelaide GC, Adelaide, SA 27 Women’s A3, Kooyonga GC, Adelaide, SA 29-01 Jul Rural Bronze Tournament, Esperance GC, WA July 02-03 Queensland Womens Sand Green C’ship, Hughenden, QLD 03-08 Anglesea Girls’ Golf Camp, South Western, VIC 03 FINAL, Bonnar Cup, Vines of Reynella GC, Adelaide, SA 03 FINAL, Sharp Cup, Kooyonga GC, Adelaide, SA 03 FINAL, Simpson Cup, Kooyonga GC, Adelaide, SA 03 FINAL, Women’s A1, Kooyonga GC, Adelaide, SA 03 Pambula Merimbula Open, Pambula / Merimbula GC, NSW 03 Queensland Womens Sand Green C’ship, Hughenden, QLD 04-08 Keno NSW Mixed Fourball C’ship, Metropolitan play-offs, NSW 04 Metropolitan Pennants, Rd7, WA 04 Mona Vale Silver Salver, Mona Vale GC, NSW 05 Kangaroo Trophy, South Western, VIC

08-10 Provincial Tournament, Williams GC, WA 10-11 Victorian Foursomes C’ship, South Central Metropolitan, VIC 11 Cromer Bowl, Cromer GC, NSW 11 Rain Day Metropolitan Pennants, WA 17 Club Vardon, Royal Adelaide, Royal Adelaide GC, Adelaide, SA 18-22 State Am C’ship, Wanneroo GC, WA 18-22 Women’s Victorian Amateur, TBA, NSW 18-22 Women’s WA Amateur, TBA, WA 18-22 Women’s WA Senior Amateur, Royal Fremantle GC, WA 18 Keno NSW Mixed Fourball C’ship, District play-offs, NSW 19 Women’s Pewter Plate, Glenmore Heritage CC, NSW 24 Club Vardon, Kooyonga, Kooyonga GC, Adelaide, SA 25-27 Women’s WGNR Annual Tournament and Open Northern Cup, Yamba Golf Course, NSW 26-28 Golf SA Women’s 67th Country Meeting, Various, SA 31 Club Vardon, Links Lady Bay, Links Lady Bay, Normanville, SA 31 NSW 3BBB Women’s Team Classic, Club qualifying rounds, NSW

olex Women’s R Golf Rankings Rank Player

as of 29 March 2011 Country Avg. Pts.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

Yani Tseng Jiyai Shin Cristie Kerr Na Yeon Choi Suzann Pettersen Ai Miyazato I.K. Kim Karrie Webb Michelle Wie Paula Creamer Inbee Park Sun Ju Ahn Song-Hee Kim Morgan Pressel Sakura Yokomine Chie Arimura Mi-Jeong Jeon Brittany Lincicome Anna Nordqvist Katherine Hull

35 75 82 87 107 157 177 182 199 224 233 275 291 300

Nikki Campbell Lindsey Wright Kristie Smith Tamie Durdin Sarah Jane Smith Sarah Kemp Frances Bondad Karen Lunn Nikki Garrett Ashley Ona Stephanie Na Rebecca Flood Rachel Hetherington Anna Rawson

TPE KOR USA KOR NOR JPN KOR AUS USA USA KOR KOR KOR USA JPN JPN KOR USA SWE AUS

ALPG Top 300 AUS AUS AUS AUS AUS AUS AUS AUS AUS AUS AUS AUS AUS AUS

11.34 9.93 9.60 9.35 9.22 8.08 7.79 7.05 6.62 6.60 6.55 6.16 5.97 4.67 4.58 4.48 4.34 4.30 4.22 4.17 2.82 1.82 1.54 1.48 1.17 0.83 0.72 0.69 0.61 0.49 0.47 0.33 0.28 0.27

Tot. Pts. 601.00 586.10 432.01 476.84 368.81 444.49 373.77 310.21 278.15 250.72 379.93 283.13 304.33 224.22 306.83 317.88 268.91 206.57 202.73 245.96

172.31 80.04 55.31 85.65 49.00 35.58 31.65 32.55 23.23 17.32 16.55 11.50 9.92 9.54

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Stay fresh faced when the Dropping temperatures and whipping cold winds rob the skin of its precious moisture leaving it dehydrated, dry, fragile and a little less than dewy. By Wendy Ward “Artificially heated homes and offices and winter weather create a vicious double-whammy for the skin”, says Dr. Leslie Baumann, Cosmetic Dermatologist, Author and Researcher. But the Winter months don’t have to be hell. Beat the blues and reward weather-worn winter skin with nutrient rich products to restore and maintain moisture, keep it supple and help re-enforce its barrier. “Each of us is born with a natural ‘skin barrier’ that locks in moisture, keeping our complexions hydrated and supple. But cold, dry environmental conditions can damage this barrier, breaking down the cells that maintain the integrity of the skin. As a result, the barrier doesn’t hold water in, making skin dry and flaky. To make matters worse, lack of protection of the skin barrier also means that substances like irritants, allergens and bacteria can find their way in, leading to itching and further breakdown of the protective barrier”, adds Baumann. Dehydration is one of the complexion’s enemies as it accentuates pesky lines and wrinkles. Keeping it hydrated becomes more of a challenge as we age as the skin loses its ability to hydrate itself.

Address concerns by switching to a creamier cleanser, a daily pep up with a serum, a more nourishing day cream and a bedtime boost. However, no serum or cream, regardless of how fabulous the formula, can do its job on dehydrated, parched skin or penetrate a flaky layer. And, to add to the dilemma, the same applies to make up. To get the best from foundation, create a smooth canvas so flaws won’t be highlighted. To get the best from every product, the prep work is all important. Spend a few extra minutes massaging in your cleanser. This can help increase the blood flow and oxygenate. No matter how tempting in winter, avoid using hot water on your face, rinse away cleanser with warm water and a soft face cloth. Exfoliate regularly with a very gentle scrub to dissolve dead, flaky skin cells rather than using abrasive particles to slough them off. Step up the routine by adding a nurturing mask to your winter beauty mix. It’s not so time consuming and it’s the perfect way to feed the skin with anti oxidants and nutrients. Instead of simply applying eye cream, give eyes a soothing treat by lightly massaging in eye cream with your ring finger. This can help get rid of excess fluid build up too.

As always, the beauty souvenir and secret weapon is to take cover and remember sun protection to defend the skin. UVB and UVA rays don’t hibernate in winter. Not just for the face, remember the neck and decollete which are the big age giveaways. If there is not an SPF in your moisturiser, wear one on top. “Use at least ½ a teaspoon of sunscreen for the face. Studies show most people use a quarter of the proper amount. Measure it out and you will be surprised how much ½ teaspoon really is”, says Baumann. To keep skin moist and wonderfully rejuvenated, every six weeks book a super-hydrating facial, such as the Pevonia Anti-Free Radical Facial to repair, intensely hydrate and recharge the skin. The result, you’ll be picture perfect for the ‘brrrrr’ season. For more tips on how to care for the skin in winter visit Dr. Baumann at www.skintypesolutions.com.

Power Cleansers

Jan Marini Age Intervention Gentle Cleanser, $44 (janmariniaustralia.com.au); Burt’s Bees Radiance Facial Cleanser, $24.95 (burtsbees.com.au); Aveeno Positively Radiant Cleanser, $13.99 (1800 029 979); Johnson’s Daily Essential Nourishing Cream Wash, $8.99 (1800 029 979); Advanced Natural Calming Cleanser, $39 (advancednatural.com); Pevonia Hydrating Cleanser, $75.50 (pevonia.com.au); Neutrogena Extra Gentle Cleanser, $12.99 (1800 029 979)

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mercury plummets Boosters Germaine de Capuccini Timexpert C+ Pure C Essence Facial Serum with Pure Vitamin C, $119.90 (germaine-decapuccini.com.au); L’Oréal PARIS Age Perfect Skin Re-Support Serum, $31.95 (1300 659 259); Gatineau Moisture Replenish Concentrate, $100 (1800 037 076); Dr. Spiller BIOCOSMETIC Collagen Aqua Plus, $89 (dr-spiller.com.au); Phytomer Hydracontinue Hydra-Nourishing Serum, $76 (1800 037 076); Burt’s Bees Radiance Serum, $34.95 (burtsbees.com.au)

Mask up Dr. Spiller BIOCOSMETIC Oxygen Vital Cream Mask, $132 (dr-spiller.com.au); Advanced Natural Calming + Soothing Mask, $39.50 (advancednatural.com); Natio Ageless Hydrating Mask, $18.95 (natio.com); Dr. Lewinn’s Synergise Mask, $34.95 (drlewinssynergise.com)

For the Peepers Jan Marini Transformation Eye Cream, $88 (janmariniaustralia.com.au); DermaQuest Revive Eye Firm, $80 (dermaquest.com.au) ; Dr. Lewinn’s Synergise Eye Cream, $39.95 (drlewinssynergise.com); L’Oréal PARIS Youth Code Rejuvenating Eye Cream, $35.95 (1300 659 259)

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By Day Advanced Natural Rapid Relief Cream, $61.50 (advancednatural.com); Natio Intensive Moisturising Day Cream, $19.95 (natio.com); L’Oréal PARIS Youth Code Rejuvenating Day Cream, $35.95 (1300 659 259); DermaQuest Skin Therapy Revive Rich, RRP, $110 (dermaquest.com.au); DECLEOR PARIS Hydra Floral, $110 (spauniverse.com.au)

Night Shift

Moisturise + Defend Bodyography Skincare Solutions Sun Defense Lotion, SPF 20, $60 (bodyography.com.au); Aveeno Positively Radiant Daily Moisturiser, SPF 15, $19.99 (1800 029 979); Germaine de Capuccini Timexpert C+ Intensive Revitalising Emulsion SPF 10 $105 (germaine-de-capuccini. com.au); True Solutions Total Age Protector SPF 30+, $60 (spauniverse.com.au); Natio Daily Protection Face Moisturiser SPF 15, $16.95 (natio.com); Neutrogena Anti Wrinkle, Deep Wrinkle Daily Moisturiser, SPF 15, $29.99 (1800 029 979)

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BERGMAN Beauty Care, Time Stop, $210 (spauniverse.com.au); Pevonia Vitaminic Concentrate, $75.50 (pevonia.com.au); Burt’s Bees Nutritive Night Crème, $27.95 (burtsbees.com.au); Neutrogena Ageless Intensives, Anti Wrinkle Moisture, $29.99 (1800 029 979); DECLEOR PARIS Aroma Night, $130 (spauniverse.com.au); L’Oréal PARIS Revitalift Night Cream, $30.95 (1300 659 259);

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Make up to set your sights on

Got 2 have

Winter is an absolutely glamorous time for make up, after the humidity soaked days of summer. A little tweaking of colours and formulas can transition us into the chilly months, have us feeling gorgeous and looking beautiful. A perfect winter glow starts with a clean and well moisturised skin. First things first, use a primer, just a pea sized amount will work to smooth out the surface of the skin, prevent make up settling into lines and protect it. Primers ensure the skin is foundation ready and will keep make up in place for longer. A light, breathable and dewy formula in liquid foundation or base can help keep the skin hydrated. Use a light hand when applying so excesses don’t draw attention to lines or melt into them. Use a sponge or foundation brush so blending is effortless. When choosing the right shade, test it along the jawline which will help compare the colour to face and neck. To enhance luminosity, finishing powder is the final step to setting a natural look and flawless face. Sweep on to create a soft focus and help combat shine without making the skin feel dry or look chalky. Define and add a subtle radiance during winter with a bronzer. Giving an instant lift to the face, a powder one is easier to control and apply. Brush a touch under cheekbones, jawline and softly around the hairline. Warm up eyes and give them a little depth with shades in bronze, coffee, copper or cocoa. Instead of the usual black, line eyes with chocolate and smudge it a little. Dark or fair, a little sweep of soft, pretty pink on cheeks can give drab skin a beautiful flush and is very appealing. Try a rosy or muted pink blush to flatter. Apply to the apples of cheeks and gently blend back towards the temples. If smouldering eyes are you, use a black pencil on upper and lower lashes and soften the line with a cotton bud. Sweep on black shadow and gently smudge, then follow with shimmery grey and blend upwards, past the crease. Pretty and sophisticated, go for a lip gloss that delivers a soft tint and hint of pink to the lips. Apply a little extra to the centre of the lips. Wear alone or outline with pencil.

We loved the new smiink semi-permanent liner pens for eyes, brows and lips. Clever little performers, application is a breeze (seriously, you don’t have to be a make up pro) and coverage stays put and lasts from early morning to well after dark. There’s no smudging or fading of colour and another bonus. No need for a touch up and they wash off with regular cleanser. At, $36.75 they’re a steal. (smiink.com.au)

For full and sexy lashes, and solve mascara dilemmas, enhance the eyes with fakes for added dimension and drama. It’s a simple way to vamp up the eyes. Choose a lippie (rather than a stain as they can sometimes be drying) with a moist, satiny formula for the teeniest of sheens. Steer away from flat shades as these tend to look ageing and severe. Go the extra mile and use a clear gloss to the centre of the bottom lip to give the aura of fuller lips. Be sure to take care of lips so they don’t crack and dry out. Try a little gentle exfoliation and wear a balm at night to keep them smooth and supple.

Inika Mineral Foundation, $55.95 (inika.com.au); Inika Mineral Bronzer, $44.95 (inika.com.au); Inika Mineral Blush, $24.95 (inika.com.au); Natio Blusher, $13.95 (natio.com); ELES Mineral Gemstone Finishing Powder Bronzer, $99 (elescosmetics.com. au); Bodyography Luminizing Eye Primer, $45 (bodyography.com.au); Bodyography Oil Free Natural Finish Foundation, $55 (bodyography.com.au); Dermaquest DermaMinerals Breathable Coverage Mineral Foundation SPF 30, $78 (dermaquest. com.au); Bodyography Veil Foundation Primer, $55 (bodyography.com.au); Youngblood Pressed Mineral Eye Shadow Quad, $69.95 (youngbloodmineralcosmetics.com.au); Smiink Lash Artistry lashes from, $16 (smiink.com.au); L’Oréal PARIS Infallible Foundation SPF 20, $35.95 (1300 659 259); Dermaquest DermaMinerals On-the-Go Finishing Powder SPF 30, $88 (dermaquest.com.au) ELES Micro Bubble Lipstick, $38.50 (elescosmetics.com.au); MODELCo Glass Ultra Lip Gloss, $22 (modelco.com.au); L’Oréal PARIS Colour Riche Made-For-Me Intense Lipstick, $25.95 (1300 659 259); Youngblood Lip Gloss, $38.50 (youngbloodmineralcosmetics.com.au); MODELCo Lipstick Lip Couture, $28 (modelco.com.au) L’Oréal PARIS Color Appeal Trio Pro, $22.95 (1300 659 259); MODELCo Eye Shadow Trio, $39 (modelco.com.au); Bodyography Every Finish Powder, $55 (bodyography.com.au); L’Oréal PARIS Star Secrets Quad Pro, $23.95 (1300 659 259); L’Oréal PARIS True Match Blush, $25.95 (1300 659 259)

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List of Advertisers Australian Opal Cutters.............................. 49

Golf Oz Tours................................................. 30

Resort Life Australia. .................................. 51

www.australianopalcutters.com

www.goldcoastgolf.com.au

www.dailysports.se

Anglesea Golf Club...................................... 39

Gourmet Golf Tours. ...................................... 5

Ross Watson Golf Course Architecture.. 33

www.angleseagolfclub.com.au

www.gourmetgolftours.com

www.rosswatson.com.au

Australian Short Game Academy............. 52

High Tee Ladies............................................ 54

www.shortgameacademy.com.au

www.highteeladies.com.au

Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show. ........................... 37

Battery Reviver. ............................................ 29

Hyatt Regency Sanctuary Cove................ 35

www.batteryreviver.com.au

www.sanctuarycove.regency.hyatt.com

Big Yard Golf Balls. ..................................... 16

India Tourism.............................................. IFC

www.bigyardgolfballs.com.au

www.incredibleindia.org

Birdee Golf Apparel..................................... 55

Ladies Golf Boutique.................................. 51

www.birdee.net

02 9452 6046

B-Rapt Apparel............................................. 57

Lakelands Golf Club.................................... 31

www.preciouscargo.com.au

www.lakelandsgolfclub.com.au

Camden Haven Golf Club.......................... 41

McLeod Country Golf Club........................ 42

02 6559 4203

www.mcleodgolf.com.au

Cheltenham Golf Club................................ 39

Mirvac Hotels & Resorts. ........................... 47

www.cheltenhamgolf.com.au

www.mirvachotels.com.au

Clifton Australia. .......................................... 51

Mod’s Hair...................................................... 97

1800 036 161

www.modshair.com.au

Clifton Springs Golf Club........................... 38

Murrumbidgee Golf Club. .......................... 40

www.cliftonspringsgolfclub.com.au

www.murrumbidgeegolf.com.au

Coffs Harbour Golf Club............................. 41

Netherby Row................................................ 59

www.coffsharbourgolfclub.com.au

netherbyrow@bigpond.com

CrestLink.......................................................... 6

Noosa Springs............................................... 44

www.crestlink.com.au

www.noosasprings.com.au

Drummond Golf............................................ 76

North Lakes Resort Golf Club................... 42

www.drummondgolf.com

www.northlakesgolfclub.com.au

Ekornes – Stressless. ................................ IBC

Ocean Sands................................................. 30

www.ekornes.com.au

www.oceansands.com.au

Golf Cars International............................... 58

PING............................................................. OBC

www.golfcarsinternational.com.au

www.ping.com

Golf Expo........................................................ 61

ProGolfIQ........................................................ 82

www.golfexpo.com.au

www.progolfiq.com

Golfing Homes. ............................................. 60

RACV Royal Pines Resort. ......................... 32

www.golfinghomes.com.au

www.racv.com.au/royalpines

www.sanctuarycoveboatshow.com.au

Sporte Leisure............................................... 19 www.motocaddy.com.au

Sunbreaker Australia..................................... 77 07 3376 7340

Tantis Marketing........................................... 45 www.tantis.com.au

Tasco Sales.................................................... 23 www.tgolf.com.au

The Caddy Pad.............................................. 49 www.thecaddypad.com

The Grange Golf Club................................. 40 www.thegrangegolfclub.com.au

The Palms Golf Course............................... 43 www.palmsgolf.com.au

The Pearl South Pacific. ............................ 71 www.thepearlsouthpacific.com

Vanity Fairways............................................. 17 www.vanityfairways.com.au

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