About Golf Australia CONNECT (formerly GOLF Link)

About Golf Australia CONNECT (Formerly GOLF Link)

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GOLF Link / Golf Australia CONNECT is Golf Australia’s national computerised golf handicapping system that started in January 1999 as GOLF Link. In 2025, the system was rebranded into Golf Australia CONNECT.

Members use a plastic “swipe” card or online Golf Australia CONNECT Number to access handicaps at golf clubs around Australia. The Golf Australia CONNECT Number and card are used to confirm and update handicaps, verify club memberships and enter competitions. The centralised system is overseen by Golf Australias. All golfers are issued with a GOLF Link / Golf Australia CONNECT handicap card which is used by club systems to identify the golfer to the national handicapping system.

The major benefits of implementing GOLF Link / Golf Australia CONNECT are:

  • Uniform method of identification.
  • Automatic return of visitors’ scores.
  • Consistent application of handicapping rules.
  • Verification of each visitor’s membership and handicap.
  • Special offers for golfers.

For more information on getting a Golf Australia CONNECT / GOLF Link number, click here.