Paul Munnings

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Senior Media and Communications Manager at Golf Link

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Articles

Zheng closes out Qualifying School victory at first attempt - PGA of Australia

1 week ago | pga.org.au | - Paul Munnings |Paul Munnings

First-year professional Jimmy Zheng hopes to emulate his fellow New Zealander Kazuma Kobori by turning a Challenger PGA Tour of Australasia Qualifying School victory into a DP World Tour card. Rounds of 67-67-69-68 gave the Duke University economics graduate a 17-under-par total on the Moonah Links Old Course and a three-shot margin over runner-up Ben Wharton (Victoria).
Kivimets, Reaper top First Stage at Qualifying School - PGA of Australia

1 week ago | pga.org.au | - Paul Munnings |Paul Munnings

Victorians Bradley Kivimets and Liam Reaper have clinched section victories in the First Stage of the Challenger PGA Tour of Australasia’s Qualifying School – Australia at Moonah Links.
Smedley takes early control at PNG Senior Open - PGA of Australia

2 weeks ago | pga.org.au | Paul Munnings

Carl Smedley found himself “in the zone” as he took a first-round lead at the PNG Senior Open today. On his fourth visit to Lae Golf Club, Smedley posted a 5-under-par 66 to head fellow Victorian Terry Pilkadaris by two shots with only other three players under par after day one. Another 36 holes are to come over the weekend and Smedley is in a great mood as he tries to capture his biggest title on the PGA Legends Tour.
Pike lets putter do the work at Tasmanian Open - PGA of Australia

2 weeks ago | pga.org.au | Paul Munnings

Queensland’s Aaron Pike has a love for the Launceston Golf Club and the fondness grew even stronger with an opening round of 7-under-par 65 on day one of the 2025 Tasmanian Open. Pike is a huge fan of the slopy greens at Kings Meadow which leads to precision more than power being the key factor to score low and he had nine birdies on the way to establishing a one-shot lead to take into the weekend.
NT PGA returns to the Tour in 2025 - PGA of Australia

3 weeks ago | pga.org.au | Paul Munnings

The Tailor-made Building Services NT PGA Championship will return to the Challenger PGA Tour of Australasia schedule in 2025. After undergoing significant upgrades to its course and clubhouse, the Palmerston Golf and Country Club will again play host to the Top End’s most prestigious golf tournament from August 28-31. And for the first time, the final two rounds will be broadcast live by Fox Sports on Foxtel and Kayo.
Ford NSW Open heading to the Hunter Valley - PGA of Australia

3 weeks ago | pga.org.au | - Paul Munnings |Paul Munnings

The Greg Norman-designed The Vintage Hunter Valley, nestled in one of Australia’s premier wine regions, will host the Ford NSW Open this year. No stranger to tournament golf, The Vintage Hunter Valley has hosted the tournament, which is part of the Challenger PGA Tour of Australasia, four times from 2007 to 2010. Like last year, this year’s championship on November 13-16 will carry a minimum purse of $800,000.
NSW Regional Open Qualifying Series returns in 2025 - PGA of Australia

4 weeks ago | pga.org.au | - Paul Munnings |Paul Munnings

Australia’s best professional and elite amateur golfers will test their skills on some of the best regional courses in New South Wales, with dates and venues confirmed for six NSW Regional Open Qualifying tournaments in 2025. With the Ford NSW Open Championship planned for mid-November, the six $50,000 lead-in events will attract competitors from across Australasia.
Aussies on Tour: Top 10s for Herbert, Smyth - PGA of Australia

1 month ago | pga.org.au | - Paul Munnings |Paul Munnings

Top-10 finishes for both Lucas Herbert and Travis Smyth on the Asian Tour led the way for the Aussies as reigning Challenger PGA Tour of Australasia Order of Merit winner Kazuma Kobori recorded his best finish on the DP World Tour. Top five in two LIV Golf events already this year, Herbert began brilliantly at the International Series in Macau.
Smylie crowned Order of Merit champion for the first time - PGA of Australia

1 month ago | pga.org.au | - Paul Munnings |Paul Munnings

Elvis Smylie has achieved his season-long goal by becoming the Challenger PGA Tour of Australasia Order of Merit champion for the first time. A T53 finish today at the Heritage Classic in outer Melbourne ensured Smylie had enough points to secure the 2024/25 title with one tournament remaining.
Crocker joins PGA of Australia Board - PGA of Australia

1 month ago | pga.org.au | - Paul Munnings |Paul Munnings

The PGA of Australia has announced changes to its Board of Directors with prominent South Australian PGA Member Chris Crocker appointed to the board. Crocker’s appointment follows the resignation of Member Director Josh Madden who has recently been appointed to the role of GolfWA – Manager Clubs & Facilities.