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Other first time or returning visitors to the region and to
Wollongong Golf Club have also been taken aback by the
transformation occurring at the club and surrounds.
“Our house guests have appreciated not only the quality
of the golf course but the value for money and hospitality
we’ve been able to afford them. They also enthuse about
the array of facilities they have at their doorstep as a
house guest.” Hingston said.
“These extend beyond the dining and bar experiences in
either the clubhouse or on the deck overlooking the golf
course and ocean. Within a few minutes’ stroll, our guests
can be at the beach or in the heart of the city’s shopping,
café, dining, convention and nightlife precincts.”
“Wollongong Golf Club has taken the lead in attracting
a new segment of visitation through the creation of
Grand Pacific Golf, an umbrella marketing brand bringing
together several excellent local courses and marketing
them as a package. With excellent accommodation and
food and beverage offerings as well as a perfectly located
golf course (within 2km of the Wollongong CBD and set
on one of our wonderful beaches), Wollongong Golf Club
is perfectly positioned to capitalise on the Grand Pacific
Golf concept.”
“The board and management should be congratulated on
their visionary approach to making the most out of their
fantastic facility.”
“There aren’t too many clubs that can boast one of
Australia’s oldest golf courses still in its original location
in close proximity to the ocean, along with ready access
to the amenities of the city, the boat harbour and the
stunning beaches we enjoy here in Wollongong.”
“The diversified product offering at Wollongong Golf Club
makes it the perfect venue from a destination marketing
perspective,” added Destination Wollongong General
Manager, Mark Sleigh.
Golf Industry Central Spring 2014
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