Your questions answered: November 2025

In our ongoing series with Golf Australia chief executive James Sutherland and PGA of Australia chief executive Gavin Kirkman, our readers get clarity on golf’s most pertinent issues Why don’t we put the money we are paying Rory McIlroy into the total prize fund for the Australian Open rather than giving it to one player? Read more…

Community: Your Questions Answered

In our ongoing series with Golf Australia chief executive James Sutherland, our readers get clarity on golf’s most pertinent issues I’d like to know how GA uses the affiliation fee paid by every club member. Regional courses by location get minimal – meaning zero – access to assistance, and the total fee paid by clubs Read more…

Your Questions Answered: July 2025

In a new series, PGA of Australia chief executive Gavin Kirkman answers our readers’ questions on golf’s most pertinent issues

Community: A Clear Path Ahead

Heidi Pearce: From range rookie to rising professional When Heidi Pearce first picked up a club in 2020, she never imagined it would lead to a desire for a career in golf. But in just five years, the 19-year-old has transitioned from a beginner to a standout student on the PGA Membership Pathway Program (MPP) Read more…

Community: He’s The Boss

Legendary jockey Glen Boss was hit in the head by a golf ball,
yet still won the inaugural Maserati Masters at Barnbougle