When: 1-4 December, 2016
Where: RACV Royal Pines, Benowa, Gold Coast
The Australian PGA Championship is an annual sporting event held on the Gold Coast. Catch the action at RACV Royal Pines Resort in Benowa, when the top 60 golfers play for the Kirkwood Cup (the Kirkwood Cup is the oldest trophy in Australian professional golf).
Australian PGA Championship Gold Coast Tournament information:
Format:
72 – Hole Stroke Play Event
Cut:
The Top 60 (plus ties)
The ‘Cut’ is made after completion of the second round.
Trophy:
Kirkwood Cup – Oldest trophy in Australian Professional Golf.
Defending Champion:
Nathan Holman
Sanctioning Tours:
ISPS HANDA PGA Tour of Australasia & European Tour
Hours of Play:
Approximately 6.00am to 7pm on Thursday and Friday
Approximately 6.30am to 5pm on Saturday and Sunday
Australian PGA Championship Gold Coast visitor information:
Accessing the Course:
You can access the course via the east side of Ross Street. A general admission ticket is required. See further information on the Australian PGA Championship website
Food & Beverage:
The public catering area is located at the Championship Village, there will also be catering outlets positioned around the course.
Australian PGA Championship Event Merchandise:
To purchase official Australian PGA Championship merchandise go to the marquee located within the Tournament village. There will also be a small selection of tournament merchandise available at the RACV Royal Pines Pro-Shop.
Grandstands:
Seats are on a first come first served basis, the grandstand will be adjacent to the 18th and behind the 10th tee.
Electronic Super Screens:
Electronic Super Screens will be located in the Championship Village area and on the 18th green, so all spectators can stay up to date during the event.
Info Booth:
An Information Booth will be located in the area of the Championship Village. Pick up a copy of the daily draw sheet, and get assistance with general enquiries.
Event Program:
You can collect an official tournament program at the entrance of the course or at the Information Booth.
ATM:
An ATM will be available for the event at the tournament Village, service fees apply.
For tickets, directions and parking information, go to the website for Australian PGA Championships.
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