Community: Your Questions Answered

In a new series with Golf Australia chief executive James Sutherland, our readers
get clarity on golf’s most pertinent issues

News You May Have Missed: June 2025

Aussie of the Month: Australian Open After a tough three years of player and fan frustration over the dual-gender format, the Australian Open has put itself back on the map. Firstly, by returning the men’s and women’s events to their own deserved stages and, secondly, by signing the Masters champion, and arguably the biggest golf Read more…

Opinion: Don’t Stop Believing

I’ve learnt you have to be the eternal optimist in this game, at any level, let alone when you’re trying to complete the career Grand Slam.

Travel: Four Steps To Plan Your European River Cruise

Looking for advice to help you find the best European river cruise to suit you and your interests? We’ve got you sorted Step 1: Decide which countries you want to explore Inspiration to define your Europe wish list can come in many ways: the fantastic photos from your friend’s trip, a movie set in an Read more…

Trumping The Tariffs: How much golf will really cost under Donald Trump

New tariffs proposed or implemented by the Trump administration so far in 2025 are expected to significantly impact the golf industry, primarily by increasing costs for equipment, apparel and related products. Here’s a breakdown based on current information: 1. Increased costs for golf equipment Tariff impact: Tariffs of 10-25 percent on imports from key manufacturing Read more…

Step In: The Most Stylish Golf Shoes

Style in golf shoes is nuanced. You want something that gives you confidence – not only in terms of visual panache but more importantly, in how they perform. Consider that walking 18 holesrequires approximately 10,000 steps. There’s simply no disputing that a properly fit pair of the right shoes will help you perform better athletically. Read more…

Course Review: Mackay Golf Club, Queensland

Mackay Golf Club in coastal Queensland marks its centenary this month. As a tour pro who visits there annually, it’s a club and course that have come a long way – and have a big future ahead.  Although turning 100 might not garner a letter from the king for Mackay Golf Club, there is still Read more…

Top 100 Courses: The Renovation Era

At the midpoint of the ranking cycle that will determine our 2026-2027 Top 100 Courses list, which courses are making waves according to our roving panellists?

Top 100 Courses: Movers & Shakers

Snapshots of more Top 100-ranked courses, plus insights into their upcoming prospects based on the first half of our two-year ranking cycle.