Golf Industry Central Autumn 2018 | Page 6

Industry news NZ GOLF INDUSTRY COUNCIL P lanning has started on hosting an inaugural Golf Industry Conference and Trade Exhibition to be held in Auckland in mid-2019. This will be a hallmark event for the golf industry in New Zealand with Industry Council member associations - NZ Professional Golfers Association, New Zealand Golf, New Zealand Course Superintendents Association, New Zealand Golf Managers Association, New Zealand Wholesale and Retail Association – Golf Section, New Zealand Golf Tourism and industry suppliers and manufacturers pooling their resources in support. BMI GOLF MANAGEMENT The two day event will include plenary sessions, a golf day and a trade exhibition. Further information on our activities go to our website www.nzgic.co.nz. BMI Golf Management delivers an intensive 5-day 40-hour course covering a history of the game of golf, information on how to manage course operations and golf tournaments, an introduction to golf retailing, the rules of golf, the golf handicapping system as well as environmental aspects of golf club management. The course takes a tangible, hands-on approach to each subject. COURSE: • • • • • • • • • • • The History of Golf, Tournament Operations and Golf Car Management Key Retail Terms and Practices Role of the Superintendent and Mechanic Turf Maintenance Golf Course Design, Renovation and Bunkers The Rules of Golf (textbook included) Golf Instruction USGA Handicapping System Preparing for a Major Tournament Environmental Sustainability BMI GOLF MANAGEMENT WHEN: 9-13 April 2018 CONTACT: WHERE: Remuera Golf Club, Auckland COST: Early bird - $1845.00 + GST After Mar 1 2017 $2000.00 + GST Non-GMANZ Members add $150.00+GST For all enquiries and to register please email: REQUIREMENTS: 6 The Golf Marketing Professionals I www.golfindustrycentral.com.au Accommodation to be arranged by the attendee. GMANZ is happy to provide advice on this. [email protected]