To: All New Zealand Golf Clubs, New Zealand Golf District Associations and New Zealand Golf Life Members

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1 Dean Murphy, NZ Golf From: Dean Murphy, NZ Golf Sent: Wednesday, 31 October :10 PM To: Dean Murphy, NZ Golf Subject: New Zealand Golf - Partner Update 57 October 2018 To: All New Zealand Golf Clubs, New Zealand Golf District Associations and New Zealand Golf Life Members Good evening, Welcome to the New Zealand Golf Partner Update 57. This monthly communication supplements our regular communication channels and provides a personal update from New Zealand Golf to our key partners in the golf industry. 1

2 Please feel free to pass this to anyone at your club or District Association who you think may wish to read this update. In this update: LOVE Golf FUTURES is launched New Zealand Golf App New Zealand Golf adopts Women and Girls in Golf Charter National Golf Awards nominations are open She Loves Golf 2018 Golf Sector Environment Group Jack s Point wins international award Sport Integrity Review public consultation now open History NZ Amateur New Zealand Golf Member Offers Latest case studies and information guides (3 new) Membership and Rounds reporting National Group Buying scheme for clubs Other communications from New Zealand Golf All previous Partner Updates can be viewed here. LOVE Golf Futures launched Golf is more than a game, it's an investment into brighter futures. New Zealand Golf was proud to launch LOVE Golf Futures earlier this month at a special event held at Boulcott s Farm Heritage Golf Club in Wellington. A large number of young sport lovers and parents turned out to witness the launch of the next chapter in youth golf alongside Future s Ambassador Phil Tataurangi. LOVE Golf Futures is about enriching the lives of young people by creating experiences that inspire a lifelong love of golf. New Zealand Golf believes if we can create a lifelong love of golf in young people, the future of our sport and our country will be in good hands. To help New Zealand Golf on this new journey to inspire more young people to play the game, a Junior Advisory Group of experts was formed to advocate for young people. One of the key recommendations from the Junior Advisory Group was to create a new brand for young people. The thinking was to create a sense of belonging and community that would connect 2

3 with the LOVE Golf campaign highlighting its key attributes of being fun, youthful, cool, and a little bit edgy. LOVE Golf Futures is about inspiring the next generation of golfers, but it also has a much wider appeal and impact for the future of our game, communities and our country. If more young people grow a love of golf, it will: Motivate them to be active for life. Help develop valuable life skills to become future leaders. Create opportunities for parents and children to learn and play together. Sport New Zealand CEO Peter Miskimmin has welcomed LOVE Golf Futures. Kiwi kids love sport, and improving the quality of opportunities for our young people is critical if they are to develop a life long love of being physically active, said Mr Miskimmin. We re looking for traditional sports to adapt so they remain relevant to young people, and that s exactly what New Zealand Golf is doing. We are thrilled to see the changes they are making to strengthen the sport and empower young people to play golf. The LOVE Golf Futures programme has six key goals: A new perception and increased profile for golf as a sport of choice for young people Pathways for young people to start playing golf and support them to reach their level of aspirations Empowering young people to play their version of golf A network of facilities that are attractive to young people and engages them easily A skilled and passionate workforce of coaches, administrators and volunteers who understand the wants and needs of young people A cohesive structure that utilises the best resources and partnerships For more details on this exciting new strategy, please visit the Love Golf Website. 3

4 By popular demand, New Zealand Golf is excited to announce the launch the New Zealand Golf App, available in the App store for iphones (Android App to follow shortly). The official App of New Zealand Golf offers New Zealand Golf members access to their profile, handicap details, scoring record, and friends activity. Through the associated DotGolf App, members can book tee times at their home club and other clubs around the country. DOWNLOAD NEW APP HERE: golf/id ?mt=8 Or to find the app in the app store open the App Store on your iphone and search for nzgolf. Watch this space as we roll out future developments. New Zealand Golf adopts Women and Girls in Golf Charter New Zealand Golf has unveiled a new Women and Girls in Golf Charter as part of the organisation s drive to increase the number of women and girls engaged in golf. The Women and Girls in Golf Charter aims to inspire an industry wide commitment to developing a more inclusive culture within golf to enable more women and girls to flourish and maximise their potential at all levels of the sport. The adoption of the new charter builds on current initiatives but critically demonstrates an enhanced commitment to develop new projects that will focus on encouraging more women and girls to play golf and stay within the sport as members of clubs, while also empowering women to enjoy successful careers working within the golf industry. By adopting the Women and Girls in Golf Charter, New Zealand Golf is specifically committing to: Playing a leadership role that sets the example and standards by which golf sport is led; Strongly promoting and advocating for more women and girls playing, working and volunteering in golf; Advocating for increased opportunities for women in governance at all levels of golf; Developing programmes and initiatives that are focused on achieving the goal set out in this charter; Enhancing perceptions of golf as a healthy, accessible and inclusive sport for women and girls; Encouraging clubs, facilities and the wider golfing sector in New Zealand to be more welcoming, inclusive and accessible for women and girls; and Reporting on progress annually. Dean Murphy, Chief Executive of New Zealand Golf, is proud to see the adoption of the charter commenting We recognise the real importance of increasing the number of women and girls engaged in golf so this charter is a demonstration of our commitment to this area. The need for increased gender diversity in golf is a societal responsibility but it s also the right thing to do. There is a clear need for change and it s important for us to take measures designed to achieve positive change for women, girls and families. We call on everyone involved in golf to play their part in developing a culture that values women s involvement in every aspect of the sport, from participating to pursuing a career. 4

5 The Women and Girls in Golf Charter is part of a wider piece of work for New Zealand Golf that aims to increase the diversity and inclusion in the sport under a newly adopted Inclusion Charter. New Zealand Golf believes that by actively fostering diversity and inclusion, the inherent value of the game is enhanced for everyone involved. New Zealand Golf is therefore committed to proactively encouraging the inclusion of underrepresented populations and people within our game including women and girls, players with cognitive and physical disabilities, players of all ages, all cultures and players from the rainbow community. A full copy of the Women and Girls in Golf Charter can be viewed here Nominations for the 2019 National Golf Awards are Open! The National Golf Awards are our chance to celebrate excellence and success in our golfing community. Nominating is simple, click the link below and follow the instructions to complete the online form. Online application link: Promotional Video Link: Winners will receive flights and tickets to the 100 th New Zealand Open! The categories are: Club of the Year GMANZ Manager of the Year GMANZ Administrator of the Year Holden Volunteer of the Year Disabled Golfer of the Year PGA Professional Coach of the Year Community Coach of the Year Professional Golfer of the Year Female Professional Golfer of the Year Male Jennian Homes Amateur Golfer of the Year Female Jennian Homes Amateur Golfer of the Year Male Nominations close 15 December

6 She Loves Golf 2018 This award winning campaign is back for a fourth time! Last year 100 She Loves Golf activations were held by clubs across the country, with an average of 17 attendees, plus six from each event signing up for more coaching and memberships. To read more about the success from 2017 CLICK HERE. This year we have over 45 clubs engaged already please be in touch if you wish to get involved. Competition Thanks to our partner Experience Golf, participants in She Loves Golf have the chance to win a holiday to Vanuatu. The package includes: Return flights for 2 from Auckland on Air Vanuatu in economy class. 5 x nights accommodation at The Ramada Resort, Port Vila in a Junior Suite including breakfast daily. 2 rounds of Golf including cart. Private transfers to and from the airport and golf *blackout dates and conditions apply. There are many more prizes to be won, including a trip for 4 people to Carrington Estate and trip for 2 people to Millbrook Resort. How to enter: 6

7 Participants just use #shelovesgolf and #summerswing when they re posting to social media and they're in the draw to win. Clubs tagged or hashtagged in also go in the draw to host an ambassador at their next She Loves Golf event. The more mentions the club gets, the higher the chance of winning! Social Media Every event listed on lovegolf.co.nz is promoted on our LOVE Golf Facebook page, with $50 invested to boost each post (to reach more people). See below a couple of examples from promos completed with Chisholm Links which reached 6,621 people and St Clair Golf Club which reached 8,309. 7

8 She Loves Golf Ambassadors We re excited to announce two new ambassadors to the She Loves Golf family, multi award winning Stand Up comedian Urzila Carlson, and magazine writer and TV presenter LeeAnn Yare! 8

9 Golf Sector Environmental Group The Golf Sector Environmental Group has met for the second time in 2018 to address the environmental impact and profile of golf in New Zealand. The group has representatives from the following associations: New Zealand Golf Industry Council. Golf Managers Association of New Zealand. New Zealand Golf Course Superintendents Associations. New Zealand Sports Turf Institute. New Zealand Golf Inc. The purpose of the group is as follows; Provide recommendations to the golf industry on how it can grow positive environmental outcomes. Identify and develop partnerships relevant to delivering positive environmental outcomes through golf. Identify and disseminate relevant information to the industry regarding environmental impact and golf. The Group has recently partnered with the Department of Conservation and will start delivery and implementation of a nationwide initiative before the end of Jack s Point wins international tourism award for nature protection Jack's Point Golf Course has received the prestigious IAGTO Sustainability Award for Nature Protection presented at an international ceremony held in Slovenia. 9

10 Jack s Point was selected by the International Association of Golf Tour Operators sustainability partner, the Golf Environment Organization (GEO) to receive the 2019 Nature Award. Jack s Point Golf General Manager, John Griffin says the team are thrilled to have been recognised for their long term commitment to sustainability and nature protection. We are delighted to have achieved this international recognition for our ongoing work to preserve our unique natural environment at Jack s Point, he says. Congratulations to the team Jacks Point from everyone at New Zealand Golf. Sport Integrity Review public consultation now open Sport NZ have today launched nationwide public consultation on their review into sport integrity, calling on anyone involved in sport to share their thoughts on a range of integrity issues through an online survey that will be open for the next six weeks. The review is being conducted over two phases: the first will assess the current environment, identify priority areas where existing policies and protections may be insufficient, and gather evidence to support future interventions. Phase two will develop solutions to problems within these priority areas. Sport NZ would like your help with phase one. Given the very broad nature of the issues covered, they are inviting submissions from anyone with an interest in any of the review topics. Your input will help Sport NZ draw a full picture of the current sport integrity landscape in New Zealand. There are three ways you can submit: complete the survey questions on some or all of the topics in the discussion document anonymous submissions can be lodged this way a submission to integrityreview@sportnz.org.nz post a submission to: Sport Integrity Review PO Box 2251 Wellington 6140 New Zealand The consultation closes at 5pm on Tuesday, 11 December New Zealand Golf Member Offers Toro Mower Challenge is in full flight and you should have by now received all of the marketing material, please ensure that it is on display in appropriate areas around your club. It is a great member benefit and at the end of it, TORO will have given away 60 TORO mowers to members since the inception of the promotion! Sign up here Experience Golf To launch our new Travel partnership, Experience Golf are offering up an allexpenses paid stay and play golf package to the Hawkes Bay for 4 people valued at $10,000. Enter here 10

11 Go Rentals We launched our new Rental Car partnership with GO Rentals on October 1 st they are running a 10% discount for all New Zealand Golf Members. Check it out here EZGO Win a golf adventure package for 4 people in Queenstown, or corporate hospitality at the 2019 NZ Men s Open. Enter here TAB Start a new account with the TAB today and get a free $20 which then means another $20 will go towards the grassroots of our great game. Sign up here History NZ Amateur Championship This week we play the New Zealand Amateur Championship at Wairakei where our best amateurs will be trying to win the prestigious trophies that accompany the title. Both championships were first played in 1893 making them two of the oldest national amateur golf championships in the world. Reverend James Somerville etched his name on the trophy at the inaugural men s tournament and Mrs. L. Smith the victor in the women s tournament. The two most prolific winners are both in the New Zealand Golf Hall of Fame. Arthur (A.D.S) Duncan, won the championship ten times between 1899 and 1926 and Mrs. Guy Williams who won six times between 1904 and It has been nearly 50 years since a player has won more than two New Zealand amateur titles and our leading player and world number 18, Daniel Hillier, has the opportunity to win his third title this week. Daniel won in 2015 at Titirangi and last year again at Russley and will be the hot favourite to add a third title. Case Studies & Information Guides (3 New) These case studies and information guides not only celebrate innovate thinking and success in clubs but also provide valuable information your club can use. It is hoped that clubs can learn and use the information to implement positive change within their own environment. Latest Case Studies: 1. New Zealand Golf & Canterbury Golf Talent Development Partnership The Canterbury region has a proud history of producing talented young golfers with many going on to represent New Zealand on the overseas stage. We recently sat down with Rachel Thow, Golf Development Manager at Canterbury Golf, to discuss the evolving Talent Development 11

12 partnership with New Zealand Golf which is driving positive outcomes for the development of young golfers in the region. CLICK HERE 2. Golf Clubs can be a Community Hub for Mental Health October has Mental Health Illness week in New Zealand. The figures we have recently seen regarding New Zealand s mental health problems rate us amongst the highest in the world when it comes to suicide, youth bullying, and depression. As the health sector is coping with ever increasing numbers of those asking for and requiring help families and communities are looking at ways to help. Sports clubs can help and golf clubs in particular offer the ability to help people with both the social and physical aspects to improve their mental wellbeing. CLICK HERE 3. Halberg Disability Sport Day The Halberg Games is an annual three day sports day open to 8 21 year olds with a physical or visual impairment. Hosted by the Halberg Foundation, the Games is a unique event in New Zealand and give athletes an opportunity to enjoy having a go, healthy comradery and making new friends. CLICK HERE To share your success story as a Case Study please contact: Carl Fenton P: E: carl@nzgolf.org.nz Click Here to view over 150 case studies/information guides that can support your club in the following areas: Leading and administering the game. Becoming more financially sustainable. Growing membership and participation. Delivering high quality experiences. Membership and Rounds Reporting Membership Reporting The table below provides the latest total club membership numbers through until the end of September End of Month Total Members Adult Men Adult Women Junior Boys Junior Girls %Change Sep ,362 81,396 29,034 6, Sep ,929 79,422 27,322 6, % Sep ,421 77,989 27,284 6, % Sep ,949 76,797 25,454 5, % Sep ,515 76,149 25,159 5, % Sep ,298 73,872 24,412 4,982 1, % Sep ,401 73,909 23,649 4,686 1, % Sep ,397 72,899 22,590 4,758 1, % Sep ,160 73,244 22,125 4,612 1, % 12

13 Rounds Reporting Estimated Rounds* Played (1 January 2018 to 30 September 2018) REGION ESTIMATED ROUNDS PLAYED CHANGE Aorangi 81,830 84, % Auckland 360, , % Bay of Plenty 268, , % Canterbury 306, , % Hawkes Bay 117, , % Manawatu/Wanganui 111, , % North Harbour 306, , % Northland 141, , % Otago 201, , % Poverty Bay/E. Coast 26,643 27, % Southland 53,667 51, % Taranaki 77,132 77, % Tasman 117, , % Waikato 259, , % Wellington 244, , % TOTAL 2,674,740 2,689, % *The number of rounds played is based on actual numbers of scorecards printed (where available) and estimated values computed from the number of scores entered for handicapping. National Group Buying Programme n3 If your club is looking to be more financially savvy in 2018, the National Group Buying Programme is the place to start. New Zealand Golf has already paid for every club in the country to have an n3 subscription. Simply contact n3 below and they will take care of everything for you; Web: ph: Read the Pakuranga Golf Club story new/articles/pakuranga Golf Club 13

14 Other communications from New Zealand Golf New Zealand Golf uses various communication channels to connect with the golf community. See below for an overview of the main ways we keep in touch: New Zealand Golf Website Our website ( is the best way to keep up to date with all the news and initiatives from New Zealand Golf. We update this every day with new stories or new features so it is a good place to visit for all things golf. You may be interested to know that our website is New Zealand s busiest sports specific website and generates over 3 million page views a month. All golf clubs have a profile under the Club Directory which is one of the most viewed areas of the website. You can update your club s details through DotGolf Live on a regular basis. Media Releases New Zealand Golf has a regular stream of media releases. These can mostly be viewed on our website however if you would like to be added to our Media Release distribution list please george@nzgolf.org.nz Our Social Network Facebook Our Facebook page is very popular among golf fans. Visit our page at: Zealand Golf/ ?sk=app_ Twitter Our Twitter account is used to provide quick and regular updates for Followers. Follow us here: Snapchat: nzgolf Kind regards, Dean Murphy Chief Executive New Zealand Golf 14

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