Your questions answered: February 2026

In our ongoing series with Golf Australia chief executive James Sutherland, our readers get clarity on golf’s most pertinent issues Is there scope for the Australian Open to rotate nationally more than it does after Kingston Heath this December? – Colin Scarr, via e-mail What we’re seeing right now is a period of real strength Read more…

New you may have missed: February 2026

Aussie of the month: Richard Forsyth The celebrated turf professional announced he is leaving Royal Melbourne Golf Club. Shortly after the famed club’s Composite course looked – and played – spectacularly during the 2025 Australian Open, Forsyth resigned as director of courses at Royal Melbourne. Royal Melbourne captain Ben Hasker later confirmed the announcement in Read more…

Opinion: Shark alarm

LIV Golf lost some of its bite when it cut Greg Norman loose last year. Now it must hit the ground running in 2026.

Undercover pro: How I pick winners

When you keep your eyes peeled on tour, you start to notice trends that can help.When you keep your eyes peeled on tour, you start to notice trends that can help.

Calling Elvis

Luring 23-year-old Elvis Smylie into the all-Australian Ripper GC line-up continues a growing trend towards youth on LIV Golf.

Utility irons

Like the tools on a carpenter’s pegboard, each club in the bag performs a specific job – in the case of utility irons, a very specific one. These clubs, descendants of the old driving iron, are in abundance at the Open Championship – 75 were in play last year. Especially in the wind, they let Read more…

Editor’s Choice Awards

BEST NEW PUSHCART UNDER $1,000MGI E-Boost pushcartRRP: $899The MGI E-Boost is a pushcart with a hidden motor that gives an extra boost at the press of a button. Perfect for tackling hills or long rounds, it lets you switch seamlessly between Push and Boost modes, combining classic feel with effortless performance. mgigolf.com BEST APPAREL DEALDruids Prestige Read more…