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!

The Course

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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

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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. 

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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!

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.

Michael David

Mick David

General Manager
0402 488 253
mick@sgatour.com.au
Matthew Pitt

Matthew Pitt

SGA Founder
0425 742 501
matt@sgatour.com.au

2024 SGA Autumn Classic

The 2024 SGA Autumn Classic

Bright and Myrtleford, Victoria

April 19-21, 2024

All Golfers Welcome!

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  • 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

More information about the 2024 SGA Autumn Classic

Played on a pair of fun and challenging courses, in the gorgeous Victorian High Country, The 2nd 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!

Bright GC

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

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.

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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.

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

Itinerary

Day Date Time Event Course
Friday April 19 12:30pm Single Stableford (Optional Warm-up Round) Bright
Saturday April 20 10:30am Single Stableford PLUS Pairs Better Ball Myrtleford
Sunday April 21 8:00am Single Stableford PLUS Pairs Better Ball Bright

The 2024 SGA Autumn Classic Packages

Twin-share

$499 per person

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

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.

Sponsors

Srixon Cleveland Golf
Cleveland Golf
Garmin Australia
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Contact us about the 2024 SGA Autumn Classic

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

2021 William Buckley Classic

Mick David

General Manager
0402 488 253
mick@sgatour.com.au
Dean Miller

Dean Miller

Major Events
0416 208 281
dean@sgatour.com.au
Matthew Pitt

Matthew Pitt

SGA Founder
0425 742 501
matt@sgatour.com.au

2024 William Buckley Classic

The 2024 William Buckley Classic

Moonah Links Resort - Mornington Peninsula

October 12-13, 2024

William Buckley Classic
  • 36 holes of world-class golf over 2 days

  • 2 nights' on-course accommodation

  • Trophies and Prizes

  • Packages start at $399

  • Open to ALL Golfers, regardless of skill level, age or ability.

2024 William Buckley Classic - Event Info

2024 is the 19th running of the William Buckley Classic, with the event returning to the magnificent Mornington Peninsula. Golfers will play on both the Moonah Open and Legends courses (with an optional bonus round at St Andrews Beach GC) and stay on course at the Moonah Links Golf Academy. The format for the weekend is an exciting 2-ball Ambrose for stableford points.

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The Courses

Moonah Links

Set on the stunning Mornington Peninsula, Moonah Links is famously known for its two award-winning courses, the Open course (designed to host the Australian Open) and the Legends Course (a more forgiving and friendly layout, with still a bit of bite). With a modern Clubhouse and great facilities, Moonah Links is a must-play facility.

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Optional Warm-up Round - Friday

St Andrews Beach Golf Links

Designed by world-renowned course architect, Tom Doak (Barnbougle Dunes, Cape Kidnappers, Tara Iti, et al.), the St Andrews Beach Gunnamatta Course weaves across a spectacular stretch of land evoking the famous links courses of the UK and Ireland, with a quality on par with the courses of the nearby Melbourne Sandbelt. It has consistently been rated Australia's No. 1 Public Access Course.

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On-Course Accommodation

Moonah Links Golf Academy

The Moonah Links Golf Academy is an ideal set-up for a golfing weekend with mates. Featuring three separate buildings, the facility features use of private practice facilities, including pitching green and putting green. The Main House serves as the weekend's Focal Point of fun. Meals can be prepared and served from the fully-equipped kitchen, while the house also includes a pool table, BBQ, and flat screen TV with Foxtel. Meanwhile the academy also features two separate villas, each housing multiple bedrooms and a kitchenette, dining table, lounge and TV.

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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 2024 William Buckley Classic Package

Accommodation Package

$549 per person

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

Golf Only Package

$399 per person

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

OPTIONAL EXTRAS (Friday Golf)

$139 per person

  • 18 holes of golf at St Andrews Beach GC on Friday
  • Carts Included
  • Individual Stableford Competition, with prizes + NTPs

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

Previous William Buckley Classic Events

Mount Defiance Alliance capture 2024 William Buckley Classic

The Mount Defiance Alliance have captured the 2024 William Buckley Classic in impressive fashion. Notes, Results + Photos

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!
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Exciting 3-team playoff decides 2021 WBC Champs

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

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 2024 William Buckley Classic Sponsors

Srixon Cleveland Golf
Cleveland Golf
Garmin Australia
Heathcote Winery logo
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The Card Network Logo
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Contact us about the William Buckley Classic

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

2022 Trans-Murray Matchplay

Mick David

General Manager
0402 488 253
mick@sgatour.com.au
Dean Miller

Dean Miller

Major Events
0416 208 281
dean@sgatour.com.au
Matthew Pitt

Matthew Pitt

SGA Founder
0425 742 501
matt@sgatour.com.au

2024 SGA Championships – Gold Coast, Qld

The 20th Annual SGA Championships

Gold Coast, Queensland - August 25-30, 2024

Tee it up on the country’s top golf courses and battle for over $30,000 in prizes.

The SGA Championships
  • SGA's Flagship Annual Event

  • 4+ rounds of world-class golf over 6 days

  • Meals at each course + Special Functions

  • Over $30,000 in Prizes

  • Accommodation Packages - Or choose your own

  • Packages start at $1199

  • Open to ALL Golfers, regardless of skill level, age or ability.

$100 EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT ENDS IN:

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2024 SGA Championships Itinerary

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.

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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.

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OPTIONAL WARM-UP ROUND - SUNDAY

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)

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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.

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"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
Links Hope Island
ROUND 1. MONDAY

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. 

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Lakelands
ROUND 2. TUESDAY

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.

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

Paul

2022 Entrant
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REST DAY - OPTIONAL GOLF. WEDNESDAY

Brookwater Golf and Country Club

You can choose to take this day for a well-earned rest, OR tee it up on one of Australia's best courses!

Designed by Greg Norman, Brookwater Golf and Country Club has been voted as Queensland’s number one golf course. The course features undulating greens, natural water features, and long, narrow fairways. The strategic design makes it the perfect environment for golfers of any skill level to enjoy a day of premium golf. Brookwater Golf & Country Club is undeniably the most spectacular golf facility in Queensland set to challenge and delight all golf enthusiasts. 

(Note: MAXIMUM of 16 spots available for the Rest Day Round)

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

Karen

2022 Entrant
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ROUND 3. THURSDAY

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.

The day also features our fun (and optional) Round 3 Fancy Dress Day, where you can "Go Bold" with your day's attire!

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“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
RACV Royal Pines Resort
ROUND 4. FRIDAY

RACV Royal Pines Resort

Your Gold Coast Golf Week finishes at a RACV Royal Pines Resort, which 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. 

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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 $30,000, including Srixon and Garmin 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.

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"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

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Your SGA Hosts for this trip

The SGA Team
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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

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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).

These transfers are managed under the careful eye of our long-time partner, Gold Coast Direct Charters (see below).

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Airport Transfers via Gold Coast Direct Charters 

For Airport transfers when you arrive/depart the Gold Coast, We recommend Gold Coast Direct Charters, SGA's preferred Gold Coast on-ground logistics partner for our annual SGA Championships. GCDC Owner Julie Ridler has always provided ultra-reliable, friendly, affordable and efficient service for the thousands of SGA competitors over the years. SGA highly recommends Julie and her team for any transfer needs.

2024 SGA Championships Itinerary

Sunday Aug 25 12:30pm 11:15am & 5:45pm Shotgun Optional Warm-up Team Ambrose Palmer Gold Coast
Sunday Night 7:15pm-9:15pm Welcome Dinner and Cocktail Party Mantra (Upstairs)
Monday Aug 26 12:00pm 10:30 & 6:00pm Shotgun Round 1 Single and Team Stableford Hope Island
Tuesday Aug 27 12:00pm 10:30 & 6:00pm Shotgun Round 2 Single and Team Stableford Lakelands
Wednesday Aug 28 11:00am 9:00am & 4:30pm One-Tee Rest Day/Optional Social Brookwater
Thursday Aug 29 7:30am 6:30am & 2:00pm Shotgun Round 3 Single and Team Stableford The Glades
Friday Aug 30 7:30am 6:30am & 2:00pm Shotgun Round 4 Single and Team Stableford RACV Royal Pines (Green/Gold)
Friday Night 7:00pm Presentation Dinner Mantra Ballroom
Saturday Aug 31 Depart Check-out

2024 SGA Championships Package (Golf)

Tournament Package Includes:

$1199 ($1299 after May 30) per person

  • Championship rounds at Links Hope Island, Lakelands, The Glades and RACV Royal Pines
  • Motorised carts at all courses
  • Meal at each course
  • A chance to win in over $30,000 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: $120
  • Ambrose Day / Warm-Up Round- Includes Cart: $95
  • Rest Day / Optional Round (Brookwater) Includes Cart: $135
  • Non Golfing Partner - Welcome Party: $95
  • Non Golfing Partner - Presentation Dinner: $135
  • Minor Sponsorship: $100

2024 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.

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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)

$480-$960 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)
  • --- $480 per person, Twin Share, 6 nights - Sun - Fri
  • --- $960 per person, Single Room, 6 nights - Sun - Fri
  • EXTRA NIGHTS (Per Person, Per night)
  • --- $80 Twin Share Room pp/pn
  • --- $160 Single Room pp/pn

DON'T DELAY. BOOK TODAY

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT

Save $100 if you book before May 30, 2024

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

2024 SGA Championship Sponsors

Srixon Cleveland Golf
Cleveland Golf
Garmin Australia
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Contact us about the 2024 SGA Championships

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

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Mick David

General Manager
0402 488 253
mick@sgatour.com.au
Dean Miller

Dean Miller

Major Events
0416 208 281
dean@sgatour.com.au
Matthew Pitt

Matthew Pitt

SGA Founder
0425 742 501
matt@sgatour.com.au

2024 Kelly Gang Shootout

The 2024 Kelly Gang Shootout

Club Tocumwal - Murray River

July 20-21, 2024

Battle like a Team of Bushrangers in the 19th Annual Kelly Gang Shootout!

2024 KGS (2000 x 2000 px)

WHAT: 19th Annual SGA Kelly Gang Shootout
WHEN:
July 20-21, 2024
WHERE:
Club Tocumwal - Murray River
FORMAT: Team Ambrose (2-person and 4-person)
WHO: Open to all golfers, regardless of skill, background, gender or age.
WHY: Cameraderie, fun, and prizes
WHAT'S INCLUDED: 36 holes of golf, Accommodation, daily breakfasts, Meal vouchers, Prizes and Fun
HOW MUCH: Packages start at $499 per person.

More information about the 2024 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. Played on some spectacular Murray River golf courses, the KGS is a four-person team event played over 36 holes of Ambrose, and features all the usual fun, frivolity and excitement of an amazing golf weekend.

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Club Tocumwal

Tocumwal Golf Club is a 36-hole championship golf course, and is the home of Golf Australia's annual Australian Southern Regional Trainee Championships. This immaculately-presented course boasts the region's finest greens and playing surfaces, on two immaculate championship courses, the Captains Course and the Presidents Course.

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Tocumwal Golf Resort

The 2024 Kelly Gang Shootout features on-course accommodation at Club Tocumwal, with single, twin-share and triple-share options available. All units are set around a central entertaining area, consisting of a free gas barbecue, a salt chlorinated pool and spa to swim in or relax by and it is all set amongst shade sails, palm trees and giant gum trees.

2024 Kelly Gang Shootout Itinerary

Day Date Time Event Course
Friday July 19 2-tee start from 11:30am Single Stableford (Optional Warm-up Round. Max of 40 golfers) Presidents
Saturday July 20 1-tee start from 9:30am KGS 2-ball ambrose Captains
Sunday July 21 8:30am 2-tee start KGS 4-ball ambrose Presidents
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The 2024 Kelly Gang Shootout Packages

Quad-share

$499 per person

  • Two nights' Accommodation at Tocumwal Golf Resort
  • 36 holes of golf in carts on Saturday & Sunday
  • Breakfast daily at Clubhouse Cafe
  • 2 x $10 Vouchers for evening meals at the Bistro
  • Tournament Program
  • Tournament entry fees, trophies and prizes

Twin-share

$539 per person

  • Two nights' Accommodation at Tocumwal Golf Resort
  • 36 holes of golf in carts on Saturday & Sunday
  • Breakfast daily at Clubhouse Cafe
  • 2 x $10 Vouchers for evening meals at the Bistro
  • Tournament Program
  • Tournament entry fees, trophies and prizes

Single Room

$699 per person

  • Two nights' Accommodation at Tocumwal Golf Resort
  • 36 holes of golf in carts on Saturday & Sunday
  • Breakfast daily at Clubhouse Cafe
  • 2 x $10 Vouchers for evening meals at the Bistro
  • Tournament Program
  • Tournament entry fees, trophies and prizes

Extra Golf

$60 per person

  • Optional warm-up round on Friday - includes cart, prizes and results on GOLF Link.

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

The 2024 Kelly Gang Shootout Sponsors

Srixon Cleveland Golf
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Garmin Australia
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Contact us about the 2024 Kelly Gang Shootout

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

Michael David

Mick David

General Manager
0402 488 253
mick@sgatour.com.au
Dean Miller

Dean Miller

Major Events
0416 208 281
dean@sgatour.com.au
Matthew Pitt

Matthew Pitt

SGA Founder
0425 742 501
matt@sgatour.com.au

2024 Mission Hills Masters

SGA, in partnership with AYM Golf Tours and Hainan Airlines presents:

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The 2024 Mission Hills Masters

Mission Hills Resort - Hainan Island

June 9-15, 2024

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Tee it up in a tropical island paradise, featuring a five-star resort and world-class golf.

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WHAT: Fully-hosted 7-day golfing adventure
WHEN:
June 9-15, 2024
WHERE:
The tropical and scenic Hainan Island - known as the “Hawaii of China
FORMAT: Stableford (or just play Socially)

WHAT'S INCLUDED: 4 rounds of golf, 6 nights Accommodation (5-star), Daily breakfasts, Welcome and Presentation Dinners, Carts, Caddies, Transfers, Prizes and Fun

Packages start at $2299 per person.

The 2024 Mission Hills Masters Tees off in:

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YOUR ITINERARY: 2024 Mission Hills Masters

Like all SGA Trips and Tours, this fully-hosted golf week will feature our unique brand of high-quality golf and "a really good vibe".

In essence, we've done the hard yards for you. All you need to do is have fun!

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DAY 1 - Sunday, June 9, 2024

ARRIVAL AT HAINAN ISLAND

Arrive at Hainan Island via Melbourne/Sydney.

You will be picked-up at the airport and transfer to the Mission Hills Resort - Haikou.

That night, enjoy a Welcome Dinner, where you will meet your fellow travelers, and get prepared for a week of fun.

(Note: Depending on your flight arrangements/city, you can arrange for an earlier arrival date.)

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Monday

Sandbelt Trails

Sandbelt Trails is patterned after the exceptionally strong courses of the Australian Sandbelt, including Royal Melbourne and Kingston Heath. The course features large bunkers dominated by high sand flashes and crisp, thick lips that rise above fairway and green surfaces. Large greens feature plenty of movement and square tees add to the distinct look. The predominant tree is eucalyptus in keeping with the Australian inspirations. The gently rolling, sometimes flattish terrain has been capped with plenty of width to provide vast playing surface and alternative angles of attack from its sweeping fairways.

Inclusions: Breakfast

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Tuesday

The Vintage

The Vintage is patterned after the classic courses built at the turn of the century. On one hand, there is a distinct natural feel to the layout with holes carefully routed on existing terrain leaving the heavily wooded site as undisturbed as possible. At the same time, much of the feature work utilizes odd, sometimes geometric shapes and quirky features that are distinctively old. Revered courses such as the National Golf Links, Fishers Island, Maidstone, Chicago Golf Club, and Garden City served as inspiration for creating a course that gives a distinct nod to the days of old. The natural terrain is frequently contrasted by striking, abrupt mounds, deep pots, square edges, ridges, blind shots, long and thin bunkers near both small and huge greens with wicker basket pins.

Inclusions: Breakfast.

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Wednesday

REST DAY - Optional round at Stepping Stone OR Double Pin

Today, you can take this Rest Day to explore the resort, or the city of Haikou, and/or Hainan Island.

Or, if you want even more golf, you can play your choice of one of Mission-Hills' fun but challenging 18-hole Par-3 courses. Double Pin features two pins at each green, with one easier/more accessible location and one much more difficult. An arboretum-style landscape will provide an enjoyable atmosphere full of colorful trees and flowers. Stepping Stone (pictured) is a true pitch and putt course, featuring dramatic islands of turf surrounded by lava rock and large sand expanses. It is a beautiful, fun and quick round, with plenty of challenge throughout.

Inclusions: Breakfast.

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Thursday

Lava Fields

While similar in many respects to the Tournament Course with its irregular lines of turf and wild bunkering, Lava Fields presents far less tree cover. There is a feel of expanse that creates a big look and the black rock and sand dominate the landscape like no other course in the world. At 7400 yards, it is capable of hosting significant events.

Inclusions: Breakfast

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Friday

Blackstone

Voted best championship course in Asia, this spectacular golf course hosted The Match at Mission Hills in 2013 with Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods. The course weaves through a striking landscape of mature trees, thick jungle vegetation, and expansive lakes and wetlands. The dominating site characteristic is the bed of lava rock, which has been incorporated as an integral element. Adding to the look are wild, irregular bunker edges and transitional sand edges that effortlessly work into native lava rock. In addition, there is only a fairway cut (no rough, not even at bunker faces). The naturally rolling terrain sees dramatic elevation change and great care was taken to find as many natural holes as possible.

That night, enjoy a Closing Presentation Dinner, where you can share your week's golfing highlights with your new-found friends and travellers.

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Saturday

TRAVEL DAY

Check-out and transfer to the airport for your flight home.

Inclusions: Breakfast.

(Note, later departures can be arranged to accommodate your flights)

Optional Tour Extension

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DAY 8-10

The Dunes at Shenzhou Peninsula

There is also an optional 4-day/3-night Tour Extension, following the main event, for those who want EVEN MORE great golf.

The extension includes The Dunes at Shenzhou Peninsula, which is about 2.5 hours south of Mission Hills. SGA's Matthew Pitt and Sheri Yu recently visited the course, and we can confirm that it is MINT. SGA's Mick David has proclaimed it as "the best course I have ever seen". So you know you'll be in for a treat with this extension.

15 June                Transfer from Mission Hills to Sheraton (2.5 hours)
16 June                Peninsula Dunes – West Course
17 June                Peninsula Dunes – East Course
18 June                Depart for the Airport

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Accommodation

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Mission Hills Resort Haikou

The World’s Largest Spa Spring Resort, Mission Hills Hotel Haikou is an 18-floor 5-star luxury resort hotel that features clubhouses, shopping malls, a well-equipped sports & recreation center, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, water park, artificial beach and 168 hot and cool natural mineral pools. It also commands a panoramic view of world-class volcanic golf courses, and is well positioned near plenty of amenities.

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Bring your partner (or the family!)

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Mission Hills Resort Haikou

The World’s Largest Spa Spring Resort, Mission Hills Haikou is a 5-star luxury resort hotel that features:

  • Wellness Spa
  • Shopping malls
  • Over 200 volcanic mineral springs
  • Sports & recreation center
  • Indoor & outdoor swimming pools
  • A water park
  • An artificial beach

It's fun for EVERYONE. So your non-golfing partners will have plenty to keep them entertained. Plus, there's even more shopping, sightseeing and attractions within close proximity to the Resort. Win-win!

 

Did You know?

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"Quick-9" facts about Mission Hills - Haikou and Hainan Island

  1. It's Big: Mission Hills Haikou is the world's 2nd-largest golf complex (behind Mission Hills Shenzhen).
  2. VERY Big. Mission Hills Resort is MASSIVE; it sits on 80 square km of land with 539 suites and guest rooms.
  3. Did we mention that it's big? Hainan's capital city, Haikou, is home to nearly 3 million people, with a massive international airport.
  4. It's Safe: Hainan Island is an international tourist destination, and is safe, clean and welcoming to all.
  5. No Visa Required: If you only travel between Australia to Hainan Island return, you do not need a visa.
  6. It's Relaxing: The resort features the Largest Mineral Spring Spa Complex in the world.
  7. It's a golfing mecca: There are over 60 golf courses on the island (and 10 at Mission Hills China).
  8. It's Tropical: Hainan Island has been known as the Hawaii of China with amazing beaches and holiday resorts, and it features beautiful, warm weather.
  9. It's World-Class. The premier course at Mission Hills, Blackstone, hosted The Match at Mission Hills in 2013 with Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods.

 

Your SGA Hosts for this trip

This trip/event is set to be one of SGA's Major Events, and will be hosted by members of the SGA team, ensuring your trip is set to be fun, memorable and hassle-free.

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Mick David

General Manager
Richard Fellner

Richard Fellner

Media Manager
Matthew Pitt

Matthew Pitt

SGA Founder
Paul White

Paul White

Handicap Manager
Sheri Yu

Sheri Yu

Travel Manager
Dean Miller

Dean Miller

Major Events Manager

Your Hainan Island Golf Courses + Accommodation

The 2024 Mission Hills Masters - Golf Week Package

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Your Golf Week Package Includes:

  • 6 nights Accommodation at Mission Hills Resort Haikou, Deluxe room (5 star)
  • 4 rounds of golf at 4 different golf courses with cart and caddy at each golf course
  • Tournament management and Prizes (TBC)
  • Daily Breakfast
  • Welcome Dinner
  • Closing Farewell Dinner
  • Volcanic mineral springs at Mission Hills Haikou
  • Tour personally hosted and professionally managed by SGA and AYM Golf Tours staff
  • Arrival & Departure transfers via coach from Airport to hotel

Package pricing (Land only)

Twin-Share Room

$2599 $2299 pp

  • Early Bird Rate, Save $300
  • Extra Nights: $100pp pn
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Single Room

$3199 $2899 pp

  • Early Bird Rate, Save $300
  • Extra Nights: $200pp pn
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Pkg: Golfer + Non-Golfing Partner

$4198 $3598 Total

  • Early Bird Rate, Save $600 per room
  • Extra Nights: $200 per room/night
  • Price listed is TOTAL for both people for the week (i.e. $2299 for golfer + $1299 for Non-Golfing partner)
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(All prices in Australian dollars and are per person, unless noted. Prices based on 24 players - if numbers changes, prices may be adjusted)

Optional Extras

Optional Bonus Round
$80

Bonus round of golf at either Stepping Stone or Double Pin

$80
Tour Extension
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Tour Extension - Play The Dunes at Shenzhou Peninsula

$1,199pp (Twin-share)... OR ... $1,499 pp (Single)

  • 3 Nights Accommodation – Sheraton
  • 2 Rounds Golf – Peninsula Dunes
  • Golf Carts Twin Share and Caddies
  • Transfers from MH to Sheraton
  • All Golf Course transfers.
  • Transfers from Sheraton to Haikou Airport
  • Volcanic mineral springs at Mission Hills Haikou
  • Tour personally hosted and professionally managed by SGA and AYM Golf Tours staff
  • Arrival & Departure transfers via coach from Airport to hotel

Exclusions

PACKAGES DO NOT INCLUDE:

  • Airfares
  • Travel insurance
  • Airport Taxes and Visa charges (if applicable - If you only travel between Australia to Hainan Island return, you do not need a visa)
  • Lunches & dinners (apart from those noted above)
  • Alcohol/drinks
  • Caddy Tips (Suggest AUD$15-20 per person per round, pay directly to caddie)
  • Other personal expenses

Getting to Hainan Island - Haikou

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Hainan Airlines

SGA and AYM Golf Tours are proud to partner with Hainan Airlines - one of the fastest-growing airlines in China, with a 5-star Skytrax rating for 12 years in a row. Offering services to Haikou, Hainan Airlines offers high-quality service at competitive prices. Plus: When you fly Hainan Airlines direct to Haikou from Australia (i.e. bypassing Mainland China), you will avoid any Visa hassles or fees.

Note: SGA have pre-booked blocks of seats for flights from Sydney and Melbourne. These are available ONLY by booking through the SGA booking system, and will be offered on a strict first-in basis. Contact us for information on these flights.

BOOK-IN TODAY

This trip is limited to the first 60 golfers to book, so reserve your place ASAP.

Online Bookings, Prices & Payments

Entry in the tour is subject to accepting the SGA Terms & Conditions of entry. To secure your place, a $1000 deposit is required to book. Bookings and payments are made directly to SGA.  Once you have completed the online booking, we will contact you with booking confirmation and payment information. Payment can be made by direct deposit or by credit card over the phone. Note that payments for the land package are made to Social Golf Australia and payments for airfares are made privately.

To register and make payment Click the link above or EFT (with YOUR name in the payment reference) to:

Social Golf Australia
Bendigo Bank
BSB: 633000
Account Number: 130203821

For credit card payments (add 2%), call Mick David on 0402 488 253

Travel and Tour Partner - AYM Golf Tours

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AYM Golf Tours Pty Ltd specialise in providing exclusive 5-star fully escorted golf tours and tournaments, with optional sightseeing opportunities spanning Australia, Asia, and other countries. With meticulous attention to detail, AYM Golf Tours is a highly-respected and esteemed tour operator in the golf travel industry. Their commitment to delivering exceptional service and unforgettable experiences has earned them a reputable standing among golf enthusiasts worldwide. Managing Director, Ms. Sheri Yu, is an Australian citizen of Chinese descent, with over 20 years of expertise in hospitality and tourism, including Australian qualifications in Advanced Travel & Tourism Management, Hospitality, and Business Management.  Sheri also has extensive experience in hospitality management in Shenzhen and Hainan Island, China.   With her profound knowledge, experience, and language skills, Sheri excels in organizing professional and high-value golf trips to the most stunning destinations around the world.

Event Sponsors

Srixon Cleveland Golf
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Contact us about the 2024 Mission Hills Masters

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

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Mick David

General Manager
0402 488 253
mick@sgatour.com.au
Sheri Yu

Sheri Yu

Travel Manager
0438 866 850
sheri@sgatour.com.au

Mornington GC Open Day. May 19, 2024

SGA Open Golf Day. All golfers welcome. No membership required.

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Mornington GC Open Day

May 19, 2024

Join us for this enjoyable open golf day, where everyone is welcome to play.

Play socially or choose to compete in the comp for great prizes, including golf gear and vouchers from Srixon, Drummond, The Card Network, Heathcote Winery, Garmin and more.

Entry is $94 and includes:

  • 18 holes of golf
  • Entry into the comp (Stableford)
  • Play for over $700 in prizes.
  • NTP and LD Novelty Events.
  • Professionally-run event, with results entered in GOLFLink

Event bookings close on the Wednesday prior to the event, so book in soon to ensure your spot.

2024 SGA Tasman Classic – Barnbougle Dunes, Tasmania

The 12th Annual SGA Tasman Classic

Tasmania - Barnbougle Dunes and Lost Farm

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  • May 3-5, 2024

  • Barnbougle, Tasmania

  • 3 rounds of world-class golf over three days

  • 2 nights' on-course accommodation

  • Individual Stableford (Aggregate) Format

  • Packages start at $949

A major annual highlight on the calendar for many of our golfers, the SGA Tasman Classic is a three-day Tasmanian Golf Trip that is packed with adventure. Tee it up at Tasmania's Barnbougle Dunes and Lost Farm, and enjoy Australia’s most spectacular and popular golf courses!

2024 SGA Tasman Classic Courses

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Bougle Run - Short Course

Designed by internationally acclaimed Golf Architect Bill Coore, Bougle Run’s 14 holes consist of 12 par-3s and two par 4s which sit on the tall, undulating coastal dunes between Lost Farm’s front and back 9. The route, which includes some of the highest points of the entire Barnbougle complex, is set slightly back from the coastline, providing aerial-like views over the Lost Farm Course and Anderson’s Bay. A fun, challenging addition to Barnbougle’s two world top 100 courses, Bougle Run is designed for golfers of all abilities and the perfect option to sate your golf appetite in just 90 minutes.

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Barnbougle Dunes

Rated the #2 Golf Course in Australia by Australian Golf Magazine and #11 in the World by U.S. Golf Digest, The Dunes course at Barnbougle, with its spectacular vistas of Tasmania’s North East Coast, is a Links Golf Course unlike any other in Australia. Featuring rugged terrain, challenging risk-reward options and some of the most spectacular golf views in the world, Barnbougle Dunes is a must-play for any golfer.

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The Lost Farm

Ranked as the #2 public course in Australia, and #23 in the World, The Lost Farm is remarkably different to it's older "brother" course.  Featuring 20 holes that wind along the coast and through the coastal dunes, The Lost Farm course is a slightly more "open" layout that offers an exciting challenge for golfers of all levels.

2024 SGA Tasman Classic Accommodation

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LOST FARM LODGE

Stay on-site at Barnbougle and enjoy the stunning views of the Lost Farm course and surrounding coastline and hinterland. The Lost Farm Lodge provides a stylish accommodation option for those looking to wake up right on course, with each suite only a short stroll to the Lodge RestaurantSpaClubhouse and first tee. Lost Farm Lodge offers two types of luxury accommodation – Single and Double Queen Suites. These open plan, hotel-style rooms provide a choice of views, looking out across Anderson Bay and the Lost Farm Golf Course.

2024 SGA Tasman Classic Itinerary

Day Time Action
Friday May 3, 2024 1:00pm First groups tee off at Bougle Run
Saturday May 4, 2024 8:00am (2-Tee) Tee off at Barnbougle Dunes
Sunday May 5, 2024 8:00am (2-Tee) First groups tee off at The Lost Farm

Notes re: Air Travel to Barnbougle / Tasmania

Commercial flights from around Australia fly in to Launceston, which is a one-hour drive from Barnbougle. Car hire is available at the airport and there is a bus that regularly transfers golfers from Launceston airport to Barnbougle Dunes. There are Travel Directions and Airport Transfers pages with info on the Barnbougle website.

When booking commercial flights:

  • Note that the drive from Launceston Airport to Barnbougle Dunes is a solid 90 minutes. Book your inbound flights accordingly (the night before is generally your best option).
  • We recommend booking your return flight (Sunday) for after 5pm, to allow for golf, presentations and transfer back to Launceston.

NOTES RE CAR HIRE

If you are planning to hire a car in Launceston, we HIGHLY recommend you book it WELL IN ADVANCE, as there is a shortage of hire cars in the area. It is also much cheaper the earlier you book.

Event Format

The Tasman Classic features a Stableford format over the three rounds of the event with an Order of Merit points system, where, each day, player's scores are ranked from first to last. The points for the three rounds are totalled, and the player(s) with the greatest points are declared the winners.

Prizes are awarded to the A, B and C-Grade winners. (Depending on field size)

2024 SGA Tasman Classic Package

Friday golf at Bougle Run

Saturday golf at Barnbougle Dunes

Sunday golf at The Lost Farm

2 nights' accommodation at The Lost Farm Lodge

One Dozen Srixon Golf Balls

Event Prizes and Trophies

Live Scoring and Leaderboard via Golf Genius App

Personally-hosted and professionally-managed golf event

(Extra nights' accommodation and rounds of golf available for longer stays. Please contact us for more information)

Twin-share

$949 per person (*airfare not incl)

  • Includes all the golf and benefits listed above
  • Two nights twin-share accommodation at The Lost Farm Lodge
  • Extra nights twin-share $125 pp per night
  • *Airfare not included. See below

Single Room

$1,199 per person (*airfare not incl)

  • Includes all the golf and benefits listed above
  • Two nights' single room accommodation at The Lost Farm Lodge
  • Extra night single room $235 pp per night
  • *Airfare not included. See below

Book-in Today

Bookings close March 1, 2024.

There are a maximum of 48 places available for this amazing golf weekend. Book-in today before it books out.

Rock-star treatment - flying to Barnbougle with SGA and Vortex Air

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Tasman Classic Testimonials

“Once again a great weekend with new friendships and memories made.  Thanks for all the hard work that goes on behind the scenes, everyone I spoke to love the weekend and the courses.  A massive well done.”

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Mark H
Victoria

“Just wanted to thank you again for a great weekend.  The event was really well organised and as a result was highly enjoyable for us all.”

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Evan C
Queensland

“Another incredibly run event at one of the greatest golfing destinations in the world.  I’m sure more goes into hosting an event of this size than we see as the customers, but you did an amazing job looking after us all so well for the whole 3 days”

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Ian S
Victoria

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Contact us about the 2024 Tasman Classic

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

Michael David

Mick David

General Manager
0402 488 253
mick@sgatour.com.au
Dean Miller

Dean Miller

Major Events
0416 208 281
dean@sgatour.com.au
Matthew Pitt

Matthew Pitt

SGA Founder
0425 742 501
matt@sgatour.com.au

The Dunes GC Open Day. April 28, 2024

SGA Open Golf Day. All golfers welcome. No membership required.

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The Dunes GC Open Day

April 28, 2024

Join us for this enjoyable open golf day, where everyone is welcome to play.

Play socially or choose to compete in the comp for great prizes, including golf gear and vouchers from Srixon, Drummond, The Card Network, Heathcote Winery, Garmin and more.

Entry is $119 and includes:

  • 18 holes of golf
  • Entry into the comp (Stableford)
  • Play for over $700 in prizes.
  • NTP and LD Novelty Events.
  • Professionally-run event, with results entered in GOLFLink

Event bookings close on the Wednesday prior to the event, so book in soon to ensure your spot.

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Be part of something special, and battle for EXTRA glory with an SGA Tour Membership. Compete for bonus prizes, trophies and honourboard recognition, Plus, get free golf swag and pre-sale priority.

More upcoming 18-Hole Open Day events you may like:

We are currently reserving more dates and courses. Please check back later.

Upcoming Major Events and Tours you may like:

Mona Vale GC Open Day. April 28, 2024

SGA Open Golf Day. All golfers welcome. No membership required.

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Mona Vale GC Open Day

April 28, 2024

Join us for this enjoyable open golf day, where everyone is welcome to play.

Play socially or choose to compete in the comp for great prizes, including golf gear and vouchers from Srixon, Drummond, MGI, The Card Network, Heathcote Winery, Garmin and more.

Entry is $104 and includes:

  • 18 holes of golf (Walking)
  • Entry into the comp (Stableford)
  • Over $500 of prizes to be won
  • NTP and LD Novelty prizes
  • Full event management with results entered on GOLF Link.

Shared Cart Available at $25pp

Event bookings close on the Wednesday prior to the event, so book-in soon to ensure your spot.

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