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The 21st Annual SGA Championships

Tee it up on the country’s top golf courses and battle for over $40,000 in prizes.

SGA's Flagship Annual Event
4+ rounds of world-class golf over 6 days
Meals at each course + Special Functions
Over $40,000 in Prizes
Open to ALL Golfers, regardless of skill level, age or ability.

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2025 SGA Championships Itinerary

Following our largest-ever Champs in 2024, we've now made the MASSIVE decision to EXPAND THE EVENT for 2025.

The 2025 event will have SPLIT-FIELDS, meaning there will be:

TWO courses in action each day

DOUBLE the daily prizes

FASTER rounds each day

Regarded as a must-play event on most clubs’ Social Golf calendars, the SGA Championships sees golfers and social clubs from across Australia converge upon the Gold Coast for a week of spectacular golf, energetic competition and, most importantly, a ton of fun.

ARRIVAL

Arrival and Check-in at The Gold Coast

Upon arrival at the glittering Gold Coast, you'll transfer to your home base for the week, the Mantra Legends Hotel. Featuring 4-star rooms, the hotel is right in the heart of the action, and provides everything you need for a fun and relaxing stay.

You'll then check-in for the tournament, where you will meet our friendly staff and receive your player Welcome Pack, which includes a tournament polo & hat, cooler bag, golf balls, bag tag, the week's program and more fun goodies.

"It was a great experience, especially as a first-timer. Great people, very relaxed and inclusive atmosphere, and fantastic golf. Just what I hoped for.”

David

2022 Entrant

Sunday - Optional - Ambrose Day

Palmer Gold Coast (Robina Woods)

The week begins with an optional (and fun) Team Ambrose Golf Day, where you can warm-up for the week in a jovial and relaxing atmosphere. Carved out of 65 hectares of native woodlands, with fairways lined by towering gum trees, Palmer Gold Coast has rapidly developed a reputation as one of Queensland’s best-loved resort courses. Consistently ranked in the top 30 resort courses in the country, Palmer Gold Coast is a 6078 meter, 18-hole, Par 71 championship golf course designed by the Marsh / Watson team. A natural water-course featuring lakes, ponds, creeks and native wildlife completes a rare golf course environment.

(Note: MAXIMUM of 72 spots available for the Ambrose Warm-up Day)

SUNDAY EVENING

WELCOME DINNER

Your tournament week begins with a fully-catered Welcome Party at The Mantra. Meet your fellow golfers, say G'day to the SGA Staff and Hosts, and enjoy tasty food and beverages. The evening also includes the awarding of last year's winners' Championship Shirts, as well as any Milestone awards for long-term players.

"I can't believe how good the event is for the price. We got great service from all the staff and always with a smile. My clubs are always waiting for me at each course and I get to play with someone different each round."

Steve

2022 Entrant

Round 1/2 (Split fields) Monday/Tuesday

RACV Royal Pines Resort

RACV Royal Pines Resort has been recognised as a premier golf destination for over a decade. With undulating terrain, magnificent greens and tight fairways that demand respect, RACV Royal Pines is a great golf experience for players of all standards. With 27 Championship holes of golf, the facility features three distinct course combinations and three unique golfing experiences.

Round 1/2 (Split fields) Monday/Tuesday

The Glades

Today, you'll tee it up on The Glades, regarded by many as the finest golf course on the Gold Coast. Designed by Greg Norman, the 6420m Championship layout opened in 1999 and rapidly developed a reputation as the best golf course on the Gold Coast. The facility features superb playing surfaces with unique “Creeping bent grass” greens that ensure a superior putting surface all year round. The Glades is on 65 hectares of land with a total of 98 bunkers. Norman not only had a vision to create a challenging golf course on the Gold Coast, but he also retained 9 hectares of wetland area to create a natural wildlife sanctuary within the course.

“This was my first time and was extremely impressed with the organisation and overall management. Was also great value for money.”

Paul

2022 Entrant

REST DAY - OPTIONAL GOLF. WEDNESDAY

Links Hope Island

Designed by five-times British Open Champion, Peter Thomson and home to Australian golfing royalty, Peter Senior, Links Hope Island is a must-play on any visit to the region. The course regularly rates among the finest resort courses in the country. When you play at Links, you'll be met with a real sense of welcome and warmth from the time you arrive.

(Note: MAXIMUM of 24 spots available for the Rest Day Round)

"Fantastic event, very welcoming to overseas players. Very well organized with lovely challenging courses to play."

Karen

2022 Entrant

Round 3/4 (Split fields) Thursday/Friday

Lakelands

Since opening in February 1997, the wonderful Lakelands golf course has forged a deserved reputation as one of Australia's very best golf courses. Situated in the heart of the Gold Coast adjacent to the luxurious Radisson Resort and next door to Palm Meadows, Lakelands was the first signature designed course in Australia by golfing legend Jack Nicklaus. Lakelands is often described as a thinking player's course with a unique Nicklaus flavour to the design.

Round 3/4 (Split fields) Thursday/Friday

Palm Meadows

Palm Meadows was the first golf resort course on the Gold Coast, and pioneered the Australian resort golfing boom. The challenging 350-hectare par 72 course was designed by renowned course-designer Graham Marsh. It measures 6319 metres off the championship tees and the opening and closing holes are rated among the greatest in Australian golf. Water comes into play on 14 holes and there are 82 sand bunkers around the course.

“The work that goes in behind the scenes to make this event run so smoothly must be huge. But it is really appreciated. It’s great to just turn up and have everything organised for you. It’s a great, well organised event playing nice courses with great people.”

Nathan

2022 Entrant

FRIDAY Evening

Awards Dinner and Presentation

Friday evening, you'll enjoy a massive night, as we wrap-up the week at the Presentation Ceremony and Closing Dinner. Share your week's memories with your old (and new) golfing mates as you enjoy a full sit-down dinner, complete with Beer/Wine/Drinks, live music and the all-important Awards, where we crown the Individual and Team champions. Our event will again feature great prizes totaling over $40,000, including Srixon, Garmin and MGI golf products, vouchers from The Card Network and Drummond Golf, and SGA Shiraz from Heathcote Winery. The evening also includes our highly-anticipated prize draw, where one player will win free entry to one of our events (including airfares) valued at over $2500.

"Well done to all involved, great to catch up with old friends and making some new ones. I always enjoy the event - for 11 years and counting. Keep up the good work and see you all next year."

Brad

Victoria

Your SGA Hosts for this trip

SGA TEAM

YOUR HOSTS

As this tournament is our flagship event of the year, the entire SGA team will be there to host the week. From registration to organising your transfers, to managing each day's events, to simply answering any questions you have throughout the week, each team member is dedicated to ensuring that your trip is fun, memorable and hassle-free.

Optional Transfers

Optional Club and Course Transfers

Golf Course Transfers and Club Valet Service

Most SGA Championships participants opt to take advantage of our optional Golf Club Valet Service and Bus Transfers. By choosing this service, you will get full return transfers between the Mantra Hotel and the golf course each day (in a fully-air-conditioned coach), PLUS we will store and deliver your bag to the courses each day and have it waiting on your golf cart. (Thus relieving you the burden of sorting your bag at the hotel each day).

2025 SGA Championships Itinerary

Day	Date	Start Time	Transfers	Start	Event	Format	Venue
Sunday	Aug 3	12:00pm	10:45am & 5:45pm (TBC)	Shotgun	Optional Warm-up	Team Ambrose	Palmer Gold Coast
Sunday Night		7:15pm-9:15pm			Welcome Dinner and Cocktail Party		Mantra (Upstairs)
Monday	Aug 4	12:00pm	10:30 & 6:15pm (TBC)	Shotgun	Round 1	Single and Team Stableford	RACV Royal Pines & The Glades (Split-field)
Tuesday	Aug 5	12:00pm	10:30 & 6:15pm (TBC)	Shotgun	Round 2	Single and Team Stableford	RACV Royal Pines & The Glades (Split-field)
Wednesday	Aug 6	10:44am	9:00am & 4:30pm (TBC)	One-Tee	Rest Day/Optional	Social	Links Hope Island
Thursday	Aug 7	7:30am	6:30am & 2:00pm (TBC)	Shotgun	Round 3	Single and Team Stableford	Palm Meadows & Lakelands (Split-field)
Friday	Aug 8	7:30am	6:30am & 2:00pm (TBC)	Shotgun	Round 4	Single and Team Stableford	Palm Meadows & Lakelands (Split-field)
Friday Night		7:00pm			Presentation Dinner		Mantra Ballroom
Saturday	Aug 9	Depart		Check-out

2025 SGA Championships Package (Golf)

Tournament Package Includes:

$1299 per person

Championship rounds at Pam Meadows, Lakelands, The Glades and RACV Royal Pines
Motorised carts at all courses
Meal at each course
A chance to win in over $40,000 in trophies and prizes
Entry into the major prize draw - valued at $2500
Welcome reception buffet including beverages
Gala presentation dinner - including beverages & entertainment
Branded tournament polo shirt and cap
Welcome gift pack and tournament program
Tournament organization and daily leaderboards
Daily registration and check-in at courses
On-site support from SGA staff
One helluva good time

Tournament Options/Extras

Optional Extras per person

Golf Course Transfers & Golf Club Valet Service: $150
Ambrose Day / Warm-Up Round- Includes Cart: $115
Rest Day / Optional Round (Links Hope Island) Includes Cart: $165
Non Golfing Partner - Welcome Party: $100
Non Golfing Partner - Presentation Dinner: $140
Minor Sponsorship: $TBC

2025 SGA Championships Accommodation

Event entry is structured so that the golf event package is separate from the accommodation booking. This allows entrants flexibility and choice...you can choose the accommodation option that suits you.

Mantra Group - Hotels and Apartments

The SGA Championships features the Mantra Legends Hotel as our home base for the week. The hotel, featuring 4-star rooms, is right in the heart of the action, and provides everything you need for a fun and relaxing stay.

Golfers can choose to make their own accommodation arrangements for the event, however, staying at The Mantra will be a significant advantage for a range of reasons:

Transfers to and from the golf courses will all be from The Mantra.
The prices offered by Mantra is great value and discounted on peak rates.
Most of our event participants will be at the property, so it will be far more social for our golfers.

Accommodation (Mantra Legends)

Prices Per person per week (6 nights)

Single or Twin-Share Hotel Rooms (4 Star)
Minimum six nights stay for tournament nights.
Additional nights can be added before or after the event.
Each room can be either a queen bed or two singles.
PACKAGE PRICES (PER WEEK)
--- $510 per person, Twin Share, 6 nights - Sun - Fri
--- $1020 per person, Single Room, 6 nights - Sun - Fri
EXTRA NIGHTS (Per Person, Per night)
--- $85 Twin Share Room pp/pn
--- $170 Single Room pp/pn

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CHAMPIONSHIP HISTORY, INFO & HONOURBOARD

SGA Championship Testimonials

“I wanted to personally thank you all for a great week. As always, from a customers point of view, everything was fantastic and seamless – no doubt due to the efforts behind the scenes. I keep saying it, but this is a slick operation from a great group of folks. Looking forward to my next event with SGA.”

Shannan

New South Wales

“An absolute credit to the crew. We had a ball again and we can't wait till next years event. Hopefully we will be bringing more people from our club, to make up a few more teams. Everyone we speak to loves hearing about what a great, well run event The SGA Championships are.”

Debbie

Victoria

“A great event, very well organised. Great social atmosphere, and loved meeting new people. Loved the format with a focus on the individual grades, but having the team aspect as well is important. Looking forward to next year!! Great job to all involved.”

Bill

New South Wales

“Very well run by a lovely team of professionals.”

Jenny

Queensland

“Well done to all involved, great to catch up with old friends and making some new ones. I always enjoy the event – for 11 years and counting. Keep up the good work and see you all next year.”

Brad

Victoria

“I can’t believe how good the event is for the price. We got great service from all the staff and always with a smile. My clubs are always waiting for me at each course and I get to play with someone different each round.”

Steve

South Australia

2025 SGA Championship Sponsors

Contact us about the 2025 SGA Championships

Call or e-mail one of our team members or fill out the form below.

Mick David

General Manager

0402 488 253
mick@sgatour.com.au

Dean Miller

Major Events

0416 208 281
dean@sgatour.com.au

Matthew Pitt

SGA Founder

0425 742 501
matt@sgatour.com.au

2025 Kelly Gang Shootout

The 2025 SGA Kelly Gang Shootout

June 20-22, 2025
Rich River Golf Club - Murray River

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Battle like a Team of Bushrangers in this 4-person Ambrose adventure!

The 20th Annual Kelly Gang Shootout

A long-cherished annual event in our popular Bushranger Golf series, The Kelly Gang Shootout is always a HUGE amount of fun. The 20th Running of this four-person team ambrose event will be played over 36 holes at the spectacular Rich River Golf Club, and will feature all the usual fun, frivolity and excitement of an amazing golf weekend.

36 Holes of Golf over 2 days
2 Nights' Accommodation
Breakfasts and Dinners
Competition, Prizes and more

Starting at $549pp

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More information about the 2025 Kelly Gang Shootout

Rich River Golf Club

Offering two distinct championship golf courses on the Murray River, Rich River GC is playable all year round. The East Course measures 6,219 metres off the black tees, and plays to a par of 72. Meanwhile, the West Course stretches to 5,883 metres off the black tees, playing to a par of 71. Opened in 1979, the West Course has been host to many professional events in the past. Both courses have recently undergone some changes to be enjoyed by all standards of golfers.

Rich River Accommodation

Adjacent to the clubhouse and surrounding golf courses, Rich River's 63-room complex contains manicured lush gardens, two outdoor pools, spa, BBQ areas and children’s play equipment. It has everything a golfer needs, and once on site, you won't have to leave.

2025 Kelly Gang Shootout Itinerary

Day	Date	Time	Event	Course
Friday	June 20	from 11:30am	Single Stableford (Optional Warm-up Round. Max of 40 golfers)	West
Saturday	June 21	from 11:22am	KGS 2-ball ambrose	East
Sunday	June 22	from 9:46am	KGS 4-ball ambrose	West

Kelly Gang Shootout Format

Day 1 (The Advance)

Optional Warm-up

Get your weekend started early, (and scout the upcoming field of battle) with an optional warm-up round. The day is an individual Stableford event, complete with prizes.

Day 2 (The Ambush)

Two-person Ambrose

The four-person teams are split into pairs (to secretly circle and ambush their enemies), playing Two-Ball Ambrose. A rodeo rule is applied (minimum number of drives).

Day 3 (The Assault)

Four-person Ambrose

Just like the original Kelly Gang, all four team members battle together (side-by-side-by-side-by-side!) in an all-out assault, playing four-person team Ambrose, with a Rodeo rule.

The 2025 Kelly Gang Shootout Packages

Twin-share

$549 per person

Two nights' Accommodation at Rich River Golf Resort
36 holes of golf in carts on Saturday & Sunday
2 x $20 Breakfast Vouchers
2 x $20 Club Vouchers (For lunch or dinners, etc)
Tournament Program
Tournament entry fees, trophies and prizes

Single Room

$669 per person

Two nights' Accommodation at Rich River Golf Resort
36 holes of golf in carts on Saturday & Sunday
2 x $20 Breakfast Vouchers
2 x $20 Club Vouchers (for lunches or evening meals)
Tournament Program
Tournament entry fees, trophies and prizes

Extra Golf

$59 per person

Optional warm-up round on Friday (walking) - includes prizes and results on GOLF Link.
Optional: Add a shared Cart on Friday for $20pp

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The 2025 Kelly Gang Shootout Sponsors

Contact us about the 2025 Kelly Gang Shootout

Call or e-mail one of our team members or fill out the form below.

Mick David

General Manager

0402 488 253
mick@sgatour.com.au

Dean Miller

Major Events

0416 208 281
dean@sgatour.com.au

2025 SGA Autumn Classic

The 2025 SGA Autumn Classic

April 11-13, 2025
Bright & Myrtleford, Vic

The 2025 SGA Autumn Classic

Played on a pair of fun and challenging courses, in the gorgeous Victorian High Country, The 3rd Annual SGA Autumn Classic is set to be a cracker. Played as both an individual Stableford event AND two-person team Better Ball Stableford event, the weekend features our unique blend of fun, frivolity and excitement!

36 Holes of Golf over 2 days
2 Nights' Accommodation
Breakfasts and Dinners
Competition, Prizes and more

ENTRY: $519

More information about the 2025 SGA Autumn Classic

Bright Country Golf Club

Situated at the foothills of the Victorian Alps, the Bright Country Golf Club is considered to be one of Victoria's best regional courses. Nestled alongside the Ovens River, the unique 18-hole course, designed by Tony Cashmore, features a par-72, 6097m easy-walking layout with manicured grass greens and beautifully developed tree-lined fairways. The course is a favourite of SGA Staff ... especially as there are no bunkers! (But don't let that fool you, it is challenging, fun and spectacular.).

Myrtleford Golf Club

Situated in the heart of the beautiful Ovens Valley, Myrtleford boasts an 18-hole course with tree-lined fairways - (some of the River Red gums are reputed to be 300 years old). It is a challenging course with accuracy at a premium on the narrow fairways and small greens. It's another easy-walking course, with most of the fairways being flat -- with only the 9th and 18th being on a hill.

The Bright Chalet

Located just outside of Bright, the Bright Chalet is a third-generation family business, which is popular year-round. Featuring 26 rooms over two floors, the chalet is the ideal home-base for our event. There is a full-service kitchen and dining area, dedicated bar, pool and function area. The rooms are comfortable and fully-equipped with large LCD screens, reverse-cycle air conditioning/heating, refrigerator, en-suite plus access to a balcony, with views of the surrounding mountains.

Itinerary

Day	Date	Time	Event	Course
Friday	April 11	12:30pm	Single Stableford (Optional Warm-up Round)	Bright
Saturday	April 12	10:30am	Single Stableford PLUS Pairs Better Ball	Myrtleford
Sunday	April 13	8:00am	Single Stableford PLUS Pairs Better Ball	Bright

The 2025 SGA Autumn Classic Packages

Twin-share

$519 per person

36 holes of golf on Saturday & Sunday
Two nights accommodation at Bright Chalet
2 x Buffet Breakfasts and Buffet Dinners at Bright Chalet
Bus Transfers (Myrtleford - Sat)
Tournament entry fees, trophies and prizes
(Optional: Add a shared Cart for $25 per person per day)

Golf Only

$199 per person

For Bright Locals - includes all golf activities, without the accommodation

Extra Golf

$60 per person

Optional warm-up round (Walking) on Friday - includes prizes and results on GOLF Link.
Add a shared Cart for $25 per person.

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Event format - Single Stableford PLUS Pairs Better Ball

Here's everything you need to know about this 36-hole, weekend golfing adventure:

The Autumn Classic is a 36-hole golf tournament for amateur golfers. The event format for the individual grades is single stableford over two rounds. In addition, there is a team element (Pairs Better Ball/ 4BBB) event to add some extra fun and interest to the tournament. For this, only a team's best stableford score for each hole (i.e. Better Ball) is counted. These are added to make the daily team total. The team with the best total over two days wins the title.

Friday

Optional Warm-up

Get your weekend started early with an optional warm-up round. This will be an individual Stableford event, complete with prizes for the day

Saturday

Round 1

Individual Stableford PLUS Team Better Ball Stableford. A Team's best stableford score on each hole counts towards the Team Total.

Sunday

Round 2

Individual Stableford PLUS Team Better Ball Stableford. A Team's best stableford score on each hole counts towards the Team Total.

Rules:

Handicaps: Each pair will play via their official Golf Australia Handicaps, adjusted for the course/slope, etc. Daily results for all players will be entered on GOLF Link and will count towards players’ handicaps. Each player is personally responsible for ensuring that he or she is playing off the correct daily handicap on each day.
Nearest-the-Pin, plus Drive & Chip (NTP in 2 shots): will be held as some usual tasty ‘side action’ between teams.
Playoffs: In the event of a tie, a countback will be used to determine the winners.
Note that a player may only win one of the events (teams or singles). If the individual/singles winner is also one of the winning pairs team, then the next-highest-ranked individual score will be named the individual winner - this ensures we have three Champions for the event.
Prizes are awarded to the top Team, plus individual winner.

Entry subject to SGA Terms and Conditions

2025 William Buckley Classic

The 20th Annual William Buckley Classic

October 10-12, 2025
Bellarine Peninsula, Vic

The 20th Annual WBC

Battle for Bushranger Glory, fun and prizes.

Enjoy 36 holes of world-class golf
Stay on-course in high-quality accommodation
Register as a pair, or we will pair you up
Open to ALL Golfers, regardless of skill level, age or ability.

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2025 William Buckley Classic - Event Info

2025 is the 20th running of the William Buckley Classic, with the event returning to the magnificent Bellarine Peninsula. Golfers will play at Queenscliff and Curlewis golf courses (with an optional bonus round at Portarlington GC) and stay on course at Curlewis. The format for the weekend is an exciting 2-ball Ambrose for stableford points.

Friday (The Advance) (Optional warm-up round)

Portarlington GC

Welcome to one of Bellarine golf’s best-kept secrets – a wonderfully prepared layout which has that rare and much-sought combination of challenge and fun for players at all levels. The course features superbly conditioned bent greens, drains quickly and is an easy walk with only gentle undulations.

Saturday (The Ambush)

Queenscliff

Queenscliff Golf Club provides a unique island setting, residing on Australian Defence Force land. The club is surrounded by the natural beauty and tranquillity of Swan Bay. The absolute beauty of the course and its’ environs is not lost on Golfers, as it evolves with the time of day, the light, the sea breezes, and the change of seasons. The tranquillity is only disturbed by the occasional train whistle from the Bellarine Steam Train.

Sunday (The Assault)

Curlewis Golf Club

With a sandy base, a minimum of trees and naturally undulating couch fairways the links type course has maintained its position as one of the best on the Bellarine - Ranked #25 Golf Australia Top 100 Public Access Courses. Featuring challenging bunkers and firm and fast greens, the course measures 6150 metres from the championship marks and is a challenging par-71/73.

On-Course Accommodation

Accommodation @ Curlewis

When it comes to facilities, functions and epicurean experience, the new Curlewis Clubhouse is next level. Commanding in both scope and ambience, no detail or expense has been spared in bringing The Bellarine’s newest and most dynamic destination to life.

Add to that an accommodation complex like no other. Cool eco-suite installations are nestled amidst indigenous native landscape, flanking one of the region’s most revered golf courses.

William Buckley Classic Event format

Day 1 (The Advance)

Optional Warm-up

Get your weekend started early, (and scout the upcoming field of battle) with an optional warm-up round.

Day 2 (The Ambush)

Ambrose Stableford (Pairs)

The two-person teams play Two-Ball Ambrose Stableford. A rodeo rule is applied (minimum number of drives). The day's stableford score is recorded as Round 1.

Day 3 (The Assault)

Ambrose Stableford (Pairs)

Team members battle together (side-by-side!) in an all-out assault, playing two-person team Ambrose Stableford, with a Rodeo rule applied. The day's score is added to Saturday's team score to create a two-round total.

The 2025 William Buckley Classic Packages

Triple-Share Package

$529 per person

36 holes of golf on Saturday & Sunday
Shared Golf Cart both days
Two nights' accommodation
Tournament entry fee
Play for Trophies and prizes
Complimentary Bushranger Accessories
Full event management, online portal and leaderboard

Twin-Share Package

$599 per person

36 holes of golf on Saturday & Sunday
Shared Golf Cart both days
Two nights' accommodation
Tournament entry fee
Play for Trophies and prizes
Complimentary Bushranger Accessories
Full event management, online portal and leaderboard

Single-Room Package

$779 per person

36 holes of golf on Saturday & Sunday
Shared Golf Cart both days
Two nights' accommodation
Tournament entry fee
Play for Trophies and prizes
Complimentary Bushranger Accessories
Full event management, online portal and leaderboard

OPTIONAL EXTRAS (Friday Golf)

$89 per person

18 holes of golf at Portarlington
Individual Stableford Competition, with prizes + NTPs
Optional: Add a shared Cart on Friday for $25pp

A $250 deposit secures your place in this exclusive field.

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Previous William Buckley Classic Events

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Mount Defiance Alliance capture 2024 William Buckley Classic

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The Indented Heads nab 2023 William Buckley Classic

The Indented Heads battled to a nailbiting finish during an massive weekend for the 2023 William Buckley Classic. Notes, Results + Photos

Nailbiting playoff decides 2022 WBC Champs

An exciting 2-team sudden-death playoff decided the champions of the 2022 William Buckley Classic!

Exciting 3-team playoff decides 2021 WBC Champs

An exciting 3-team sudden-death playoff decided the champions of the 2021 William Buckley Classic!

VIEW PAST WINNERS AND EVENT INFORMATION

The William Buckley Classic Format

The William Buckley Classic is a 36-hole siege for teams of two playing two-ball ambrose.
Each team will be assigned a handicap by the organisers on the basis of official Australian handicaps and information supplied by the Bushrangers. The handicapper will be governed by a commitment to rewarding good play according to a player’s ability.

Rules:

Each member hits their shot, then chooses the best of the two, and continues play from there. Teams play their chosen best ball on each shot and may place their ball half a club length (about 50cms) from where the chosen ball lay, no nearer the hole. Balls must be placed in the same cut as the chosen ball. In the interests of fast play from tee to green, teams are NOT required to mark with a tee and precisely measure from the chosen ball as they play each shot. Once on the green, Bushrangers should mark near the chosen best ball so both team members play from near enough to the exact same position.
The event features a Rodeo Rule, which requires a minimum number of drives for each team member. Each team’s rodeo requirements will appear on their scorecard.
Nearest-the-Pin & Longest Drive: will be held as some usual tasty ‘side action’ between teams.

Playoffs:

In the event of a tie, a sudden-death playoff will be conducted. Teams play together as a twosome (taking alternate strokes playing one ball). Teams can determine the order as each member takes their first shot. This order is then continuous and carries over from one hole to the next until the playoff is decided.

The 2025 William Buckley Classic Sponsors

Contact us about the William Buckley Classic

Call or e-mail one of our team members or fill out the form below.

Mick David

General Manager

0402 488 253
mick@sgatour.com.au

Dean Miller

Major Events

0416 208 281
dean@sgatour.com.au

Matthew Pitt

SGA Founder

0425 742 501
matt@sgatour.com.au

2024 SGA Foodbank Charity Golf Day at Kingston Heath

The 2024 SGA Foodbank Charity Golf Day

Kingston Heath GC, October 1, 2024. 12:00 Shotgun

Tee it up for a good cause, and help struggling Australian families find their next meal.

TEE IT UP TO SUPPORT AUSSIE FAMILIES

Over the last few years, Australian families across the country have been belted by Covid, bushfires, weather events and more. And many of these families are struggling -- REALLY struggling -- to make ends meet. Some are just hoping to secure their next meal.

Social Golf Australia --a family-owned and operated Australian business--understands these struggles, and is once again partnering with Foodbank Victoria - a not-for-profit food relief organisation, to raise much-needed funds to help Aussie families.

Our previous Foodbank Charity Day raised over $8,000 for Foodbank Victoria, providing meals for over 17,000 families. Tee it up in 2024 and help us to raise even more!

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The Course

Kingston Heath Golf Club

The event will be played at the amazing Kingston Heath Golf Club (ranked # 2 in Australia, and #18 in THE WORLD).

Kingston Heath is no stranger to world-class golf, having hosted the World Cup of Golf in November 2016, the Australian Masters in 2009 & 2012, the Women's Australian Open in 2008 and seven Men's Australian Open events. It is also set to host a future Australian Open when the event returns to Victoria.

It is among one of the world's very best courses, and has been celebrated by the planet's top professional and amateur players.

The Charity

Foodbank Victoria

Whether it’s everyday emergencies or in times of crisis, Foodbank Victoria has been providing vital food relief to vulnerable Victorians for more than 90 years. Through their network of 533 charity partners across the State, they are able to provide 1.2 million meals a month to Victorians in need. And while supporting their charity partners is at the core of what they do, as the State’s dedicated emergency food relief organisation, they’re also ready to assist Victorians through times of crisis.

Foodbank Victoria's vision is healthy food for all. They believe that all Victorians should have regular access to healthy food. That’s why they work with partners right across the food and grocery sector, from farmers and growers right through to retailers, to source and rescue essential food and grocery items to redistribute to Victorians in need.

In partnership with the Victorian government, they also deliver Victoria’s largest School Breakfast Clubs Program to the state’s most disadvantaged schools.

For every $1 Foodbank Victoria receive, they’re able to provide 2 meals for someone in need.

Every dollar donated is two meals created. It’s that simple.

DONATE TO FOODBANK VICTORIA

Percentage raised/pledged towards our fundraising goal ($5000 = 10,000 meals!)
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(To donate to Foodbank in other states, click here)

The Day

Warm-up at Driving Range and Practice Facility
Light Lunch
11:45 Player Briefing
12:00 Shotgun start.
5:00pm (est finish of round)
5:30(ish) Awards/Prize Ceremony
Prize Raffle

Entry and Inclusions

The 2024 SGA Foodbank Charity Golf Day

$299 per person

Warm-up Range Balls before your round
Catered Lunch and welcome event before the round
18 holes of golf (walking*) at Australia's #2-ranked course
Personally hosted and professionally managed premium golf event
Scores (for golfers with Official Handicaps) entered on GOLF Link
Presentation ceremony, with prizes and awards

* Note: Kingston Heath Golf Club is a "Walking-only" club, so there are no golf carts for the day. (An exception can be made for golfers who have a medical certificate, and who make arrangements with us in the weeks prior to the event)

Book-in Today

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to play one of the world's best courses, and help struggling Australian families!

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How your participation helps

Proceeds to benefit Foodbank Victoria

100% of proceeds from the Charity Raffle and related donations will go directly to Foodbank Victoria, courtesy of SGA. In addition, a sizable donation based upon the total number of entries will be made via Kingston Heath GC.

(Our 2021 event raised over $8000, and we are aiming even higher this year)

Charity Raffle - Win great prizes

We are holding a charity raffle on the day with all proceeds going to Foodbank. Support a great cause and have the chance to win great prizes.

Tickets are $10 each.

You can buy as many tickets as you like and everyone can enter this, so feel free to tell your pals who are not able to attend the event that they can buy tickets for a chance to win. 100% of all money collected in the online raffle will go directly to Foodbank Victoria.

Win a brand-new, sleek and exciting AI GPS+ Electric buggy from MGI, the leader in Electric Buggies. RRP $2799

Win a Cleveland Golf Men's Package Set, a 10pc, Steel, Stiff Shaft, plus bag. Courtesy of Srixon & Cleveland Golf. RRP: $1,249.00.

Win a Garmin Approach Z82 laser rangefinder with GPS. RRP $1049

Event Sponsors & Partners

Contact us about the 2024 SGA Foodbank Charity Golf Day

Call or e-mail one of our team members or fill out the form below.

Mick David

General Manager

0402 488 253
mick@sgatour.com.au

Matthew Pitt

SGA Founder

0425 742 501
matt@sgatour.com.au

2025 Trans-Murray Match Play

2025 Trans-Murray Matchplay

Battle for Team Glory!

Feb 6-8, 2025
Canberra, ACT

BOOK NOW!

Mate v Mate, State v State

It's Team North vs Team South in this 54-hole Ryder Cup-style tournament, the 2025 Trans-Murray Match Play!

Tee it up and compete for glory as you enjoy 3 rounds of golf, centrally-located accommodation, golf course transfers, presentation dinner and more. And embrace the camaraderie and fun of Team match-play golf!

ALL GOLFERS WELCOME!

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Event begins in:

The Courses

Federal GC

The 18 hole championship course features pristine Santa Ana couch fairways and quality bent grass greens which are protected by well-placed bunkers. The bushland setting features grand views of the Brindabella Ranges, contributing to the special place that is Federal Golf Course. The course has featured in the Golf Digest Top 100 Australian Courses, with a current ranking of 48 in Golf Australia’s best public access courses.

VISIT FEDERAL WEBSITE

Gold Creek Country Club

A true 18-hole championship layout, Gold Creek CC was designed by well-known and internationally-acclaimed Australian golfer and course architect, Bruce Devlin. Opened in 1996, the course offers a great test for golfers of all abilities and strategy is key to play well here.

VISIT GOLD CREEK WEBSITE

Gungahlin Lakes

Gungahlin Lakes Golf Course is an 18-hole championship course characterised by its lakes, creeks and water carries. Whether it be the water, dogleg fairways or bunkers, each hole has its own unique challenge in getting to the large bent grass greens. The course layout provides an enjoyable yet testing round for all players, rewarding those that approach it strategically. And it provides a fitting challenge for the final round of our event!

VISIT GUNGAHLIN LAKES WEBSITE

2025 Trans-Murray Match Play Accommodation

The Hotel - Mantra on Northbourne

Mantra on Northbourne is perfectly located a short walk from the CBD and famous attractions such as Parliament House, the War Memorial and the National Gallery, and only a few metres from the city's thriving shopping precinct, hip bars and cool cafes. They have Quad-Share accommodation in Two-Bedroom Apartments included in the package with the option to upgrade to a One-Bedroom Apartment (Single or Twin-Share) or a Single Hotel Room.

VISIT MANTRA HOTEL WEBSITE

2025 Trans-Murray Match Play Format

The Trans-Murray Matchplay is a 3-day Teams event pitting teams from North and South of the Murray River. Each day's format mirrors the famous Ryder Cup and Presidents Cup matchplay events, with a combination of pairs (Best Ball and Alternate Shot) and singles matchplay. All golfers of all abilities are welcome to play. (Click here to see past results)

Round 1

Pairs Ambrose

Playing in teams of 2, each ambrose pair posts a stroke score for each hole and the best stroke score wins the hole. If the stroke score from each team is the same, the hole is halved. Teams which have the same handicap will play off scratch together. If a team has one more shot on handicap, they get a shot on the hardest hole. Two shots difference = a shot on the two hardest holes and so on. Team captains will aim to match teams with similar handicaps so there are very few shots given.

Round 2

Pairs Alternate-Shot

Teams of 2 playing Alternate Shot with a twist. Players tee off, then team-mates swap drives and hit their second shot with their partner's ball. The team then chooses the best of the two shots, and continue alternating shots with the chosen ball. The best stroke score wins the hole. Teams off the same handicap will play off scratch. If a team has one more shot on handicap, they get a shot on the hardest hole and so on. Team captains will aim to match teams with similar handicaps so there are very few shots given.

Round 3

Singles Matchplay

One-on-One Matchplay. Each player is paired against a player from the opposite team. The best stroke score wins the hole. If the stroke score from each player is the same, the hole is halved. Players off the same handicap will play off scratch. If a player has one more shot on handicap, they get a shot on the hardest hole. Two shots difference = a shot on the two hardest holes and so on. Team captains will aim to match teams with similar handicaps so there are very few shots given.

Day	Date	Tee Time	Start	Event	Venue	Format
Thursday	6th Feb	11:40am	Two-tee Start	Round 1	Federal GC	2-Ball Ambrose Match Play
Friday	7th Feb	9:30am	Shotgun	Round 2	Gold Creek CC	2-Ball Pinehurst (Modified Alternate Shot) Match Play
Saturday	8th Feb	11:38am	Two-Tee Start off 10th and 1st tees	Round 3	Gungahlin Lakes	TMMP Singles (Post-Golf BBQ/Presentation)
Sunday	9th Feb	Depart		Check-out

The 2025 Trans-Murray Match Play Package

Quad-Share
2BR Apartment

$899 per person

Includes all golf and events listed above.
Extra nights (Wed) available from $100 per person per night

Twin-Share
1BR Apartment

$989 per person

Includes all golf and events listed above.
Extra nights (Wed) available from $130 per person per night

Hotel Room
(Single)

$1199 per person

Includes all golf and events listed above.
Extra nights (Wed) available from $180 per person per night

1BR Apartment
(Single)

$1349 per person

Includes all golf and events listed above.
Extra nights (Wed) available from $220 per person per night

Golf Only
(Single)

$610 per person

Includes all golf and events listed above.
No Accommodation included.

Packages include:

Thursday Golf at Federal
Friday Golf at Gold Creek
Saturday Golf at Gungahlin Lakes
Shared Cart Fri & Saturday
3 nights Accomm - Thurs-Sat at Mantra
Official TMMP Shirt and Cap
Fully-Hosted 54-Hole Event, with Medals for each player on the winning team
Post-Golf Presentation Dinner at Gungahlin Lakes

Optional Extras

Golf Course Transfers for 3 days ($150)
Shared Cart at Federal (Thurs) $25pp
Extra Night Accomm ($100-220)

Important Notes regarding Golf Carts:

Each course has a limited number of golf carts available. These will be allocated on a first-in-best-dressed basis, with consideration given first to those with a medical certificate, etc.
In the event of extreme weather (i.e. a string of days over 35 degrees), the courses may ban all carts (to protect the fairways). Players will be notified in advance.

Limited Spots Available. Book-in today!

This amazing trip is strictly limited to the first 72 golfers to book-in. Reserve your spot today to lock-in your spot.

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2025 Trans-Murray Match Play Sponsors

Your Hosts for the 2025 Trans-Murray Match Play

This trip/event is one of SGA's Major Events each year, and will be hosted by (nearly) the entire team. With six SGA Staff in attendance all week, your trip is set to be fun, memorable and hassle-free.

Mick David

General Manager

Matthew Pitt

SGA Founder

Richard Fellner

Media Manager

Sheri Yu

Travel Manager

Ricardo Walkes

NSW Tour Manager

Paul White

Handicap Manager

Contact us about the 2025 Trans-Murray Match Play

2024 SGA Autumn Classic

The 2024 SGA Autumn Classic

Bright and Myrtleford, Victoria

April 19-21, 2024

All Golfers Welcome!

April 19-21, 2024
Bright GC and Myrtleford GC
36 Holes of Golf
Individual and Pairs Stableford
2 Nights' Accommodation
Breakfasts and Dinners, Prizes and more