On the Tee for Canterbury

Rep season is kicking off with team announcements rolling out. Our junior rep players are fortunate to have access to the state-of-the-art facilities at the Sir Bob Charles Golf Centre, giving them the chance to prepare and train at the very highest level as they look to give Canterbury a competitive edge this season. We’re especially grateful to Sir Bob Charles Golf Centre, who have generously provided access over the past two years – an incredible boost for the development of our young players. Read more here.

Ever wondered what it’s like to represent Canterbury? We’re giving you a peek inside the lives of our rep players – from the rookies who can’t wait to tee off, to the long-timers who know all the tricks of the trade.

She Loves Golf: Spring Events Are Here

We’re excited to kick off a fresh season of She Loves Golf, with spring events designed to make golf fun, social, and welcoming for women of all levels. It’s all about building confidence, meeting new people, and most importantly — getting out on the course. Don’t miss a tee time! Join our She Loves Golf Canterbury Facebook group to keep up with registrations, events, and opportunities to connect with fellow golfers.  

Canterbury Golf Awards Evening

The Christchurch Golf Club was buzzing with energy on 15 August as golfers, supporters, volunteers, and clubs from across the region gathered for our Canterbury Golf Awards Dinner – New Zealand’s only dedicated awards evening for golf. The prestigious event shone a spotlight on the 2024–2025 season, recognising not only standout performances on the course but also the dedication of the people and clubs who keep the game thriving at every level. 

Club vs Club – Let the Rivalries Begin

Our interclub season is well and truly underway. On one action-packed weekend alone, we saw 7 competitions, over 500 players, and 13  host clubs involved – a fantastic showcase of the depth and passion for golf in Canterbury. Keep an eye out for progress and results for our premier events – the Woodward Cup, Pollock Cup, Simon Cup, Blank Cup, and the Thompson MacDonald Trophy. 

Canterbury’s Most Social Competition

We’re teaming up with the Golf Warehouse and Hagley Golf Club to launch the Bring a Mate Series. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or just starting out, this series is designed to be welcoming, social, and just a little bit competitive. With fun formats including Ambrose and Stableford, it’s a great chance for high-handicappers and newcomers to get on the course, build confidence, and enjoy the game.  

Growing the Next Generation of Players

Over the past few months, we’ve been busy delivering Futures golf programmes across Canterbury – from fun training sessions to 9-hole tournaments at Waimairi Beach and Charteris Bay Golf Clubs. Our youngest player so far? Just 7 years old – proving it’s never too early to get started. If you have some little ones in your life, point them to Futures – especially with special parent memberships available.  

Farewell Mike, Welcome Tony

After 11 incredible years leading the way with Clubs in our region – Mike has retired, and we thank him for his outstanding contribution. We now warmly welcome Tony who will take Mike’s place in the Operations space.  

It’s also been a busy month with our AGM and release of our Annual Report.

The Ultimate Golf Raffle is Coming

Get ready – our Ultimate Golf Raffle is almost here. With 15 incredible golf prizes up for grabs, this is one draw that every golf-mad player will want to be part of. From gear to international experiences, there’s something for everyone. Watch this space for more details.  This is not to be missed!

An Exciting Return to a 72-hole Format for the Canterbury Stroke Play

For the first time since 2017, Canterbury will host a 72-hole Mens Stroke Play championship. This event promises to challenge players and showcase some of our finest courses. In the meantime, Match Play registrations are open with the event being held over Labour Weekend at Harewood Golf Club.