Southern Turf Managers Association

Hi guys here is the info flyer for up coming golf day! Hope to see you there thanks

Thanks to Marty and his team of helpers for the day on Wednesday at Tokoraki AGM went smooth. Thanks to the 21 members who showed up! Well done to all that made the committee and look forward to the next day on 20th August at Alexandra golf club for the Parklands cup and life members golf day.
More to follow

Hi guys hope to see you all next week at tokoraki. Can you please advise if you and your team are coming for numbers purposes
Thanks Couttsy

Hi all , an email has been sent out with this information. If you have not received please reach out cheers

Southern Turf Managers Association

June 2026

From the president,

Greetings all, seems such a long time between last year and now…. Well I guess it has been!

Hope 2026 is treating everybody well, time to get some information regarding AGM, field day and golf. I will start with a brief recap.

Last year our AGM was hosted on Weds 14th May by the Ranfurly GC with a pleasing turnout of around 45 members. Morning tea followed by a course walk, with David Howard leading as usual, with a demonstration of Fran Phares Air2G2 punching holes into greens. Thanks to Tom for organising a great lunch, and we moved on to the Curling rink where some fierce competition ensued, and a lot of fun was had.

Second field day was held on Tuesday 8th July at the North Otago GC with another good turnout of 40 plus members. Gary showed us his latest projects, tree removal seems to be a common theme particularly exotics around our parkland courses. Lunch and a course walk with direction from David.

Golf day was held at Winton GC during August with just over 40 players teeing it up. Greens were slick and the course played very well. Congrats to the trophy winners.

Financial report 2026

Please find attached last years financial report, membership numbers remain very good, albeit a lot of our central resort courses continue to support us with multiple memberships from each organisation.

Finances continue to increase, and the committee last year decided to transfer $10k from our current account to an additional term deposit, with better interest rates occurring. Enough remains in the current account to operate as normal, especially with this years subscriptions to come.

2026 Field days

Because of the lateness in the year the committee has decided to hold an AGM and golf day only this year. Our AGM will be held at the Tokorahi GC on Wedsnesday 22nd July from 10am morning tea. The golf day is likely to be the 18th August, venue to be confirmed. Apologies to anybody who was hoping for the normal schedule. We hope to get together earlier next year to have our usual 2 field days plus the golf. As a committee we try and spread venues between each region, to try and limit the travel time for all.

Agenda for the AGM

2026

Welcome
Apologies
Approval of previous minutes
Presidents report
Financial report
Election of officers
Subscriptions
Correspondence
General Business


Regards

Craig.

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Vacancy – Greenkeeper

Otago Golf Club is one of New Zealand’s most iconic and historic golf clubs, widely regarded as the home of golf in New Zealand. With a proud heritage dating back to 1871, the Club continues to evolve while maintaining the high standards expected by its members and visitors.

With the upcoming Interprovincial tournament scheduled for December 2026 and continued investment in the course, this is an exciting time to join our greenkeeping team and contribute to the ongoing development and presentation of one of the country’s premier courses.

*About the role*
We are seeking a motivated Greenkeeper to join our team on a full-time basis. This is a hands-on role working 40 hours per week, including rostered weekend work, as part of a small and dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional playing conditions year-round.

*Requirements*
Experience working in a sports turf environment
Relevant turf management qualification (preferred)
Growsafe certification, or willingness to obtain
Full and current driver’s licence
Availability to work 40 hours per week, including rostered weekends
Sound knowledge of Health and Safety best practice in a greenkeeping environment

*Skills and attributes*
Ability to work both independently and within a small team
Positive attitude and willingness to contribute to team culture
Good communication skills
Playing golf is an advantage
New Zealand residency

*What we offer*
A full-time, permanent position
Opportunity to be involved in the ongoing development of the course
The chance to work at the home of New Zealand golf
Career progression and professional development opportunities

If you take pride in your work, enjoy working outdoors, and want to be part of a club with a strong reputation and exciting future, we would love to hear from you.

*To apply*
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter to [email protected]

Applications close 17 April 2026.