Who bought Gulf Harbour Country Club?
One of the country’s top six golf courses, the Gulf Harbour Country Club, has been sold for $12.8 million. New Zealander Chen Gau bought the 90-hectare country club and will be its fifth owner.
Does New Zealand have country clubs?
The Hills is billed as New Zealand’s most exclusive golf club and it’s located in the former gold mining town of Arrowtown.
Who owns windross farm?
Brett Thomson, with assistance from former New Zealand pro Phil Tataurangi and half-a-million tonnes of clay, can list that claim on his CV after developing Windross Farm. The course sits at Ardmore, half an hour south of Auckland’s CBD (on a good day).
How much does it cost to play golf in NZ?
18 Holes Monday- Friday | 9 Holes Saturday- Sunday | |
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NZ Affiliated | $95 | $70 |
Non-Affiliated | $120 | $90 |
After 4pm – Walking | $45 | $40 |
Juniors 18 and under | $60 | $60 |
When was Gulf Harbour built?
1997
Designed by famed architect Robert Trent Jones Jr., Gulf Harbour was opened in 1997 and hosted the 1998 World Cup of Golf.
When was Gulf Harbour marina built?
Construction of the marina began and March of 1995 the grand opening was held. The marina occupancy grew rapidly due to the promises of a grand lifestyle including a world class marina.
How many members of golf clubs are there in New Zealand?
Figures released today by New Zealand Golf have shown a 4.1% increase in golf club memberships across the country following the COVID-19 lockdown. Over 105,000 golfers are currently members of a golf club, with over 120,000 golfers registered as casual players.
How many golf clubs are in New Zealand?
400 golf courses
It’s no wonder that golf is the sport with the highest participation from New Zealanders, for both men and women. New Zealand has more than 400 golf courses.
Who owns Formosa Golf?
Russell Property Group
A partnership comprising the NZ Super Fund and parties associated with the Russell Property Group became the new owner of the 250-hectare waterfront landholding in east Auckland, including the Formosa Golf Course, following the settlement of the acquisition announced earlier in March.
Can I have a golf handicap without being a member of a club?
Currently, only golfers that are members of affiliated golf clubs are able to access an official handicap, though the governing body confirmed in February that it will launch a platform where non-members can gain official handicaps.
Can you get a handicap without being a club member?
You can now get an official golf handicap even if you’re not a club member. You can now get an official golf handicap even if you’re not a club member.
Who built Gulf Harbour?
architect Robert Trent Jones Jr.
Designed by famed architect Robert Trent Jones Jr., Gulf Harbour was opened in 1997 and hosted the 1998 World Cup of Golf. The course features significant changes in elevation and magnificent sea views, with the back nine offering superb vistas of the Hauraki Gulf.