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Coleambally Central School Goes All In On Golf

Golf found 129 new fans over two days at Coleambally Central School, in one of the biggest school activations run in the Western Riverina region this year, with an almost even split of 66 girls and 63 boys picking up a club for the first time.

Students from Kindergarten right through to Year 12 took part in the two-day activation, delivered by Golf NSW Engagement Officer for the Murray Region, Jody Fleming, which combined the Lunch Time Launch It simulator with outdoor activities on day one. Poor weather on day two forced the program indoors, but it didn’t dampen enthusiasm, with students still getting stuck into the game.

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September 9, 2026
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Sunraysia School Scores Big With Golf Initiative

More than 100 students from Coomealla High School picked up a golf club for the first time this month, as the Sunraysia school launched a two-day “come and try” program aimed at building a lasting golf pathway for its students.

Held at Coomealla Golf Club, the initiative saw 109 students take part, 38 girls and 71 boys, supported by seven teachers. The program was run across nine sessions over the two days, four on day one and five on day two.

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August 19, 2026
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Cypress Lakes Women’s Festival of Golf a Hit in its First Year

A field of over 130 women travelled from across Australia to take part in the inaugural Cypress Lakes Women’s Festival of Golf last week, with the event selling out months in advance and leaving a waiting list of hopeful entrants.

The two-day event was held at Cypress Lakes Golf & Country Club in the Hunter Valley, combining a competitive tournament with hospitality, local food and wine, and a social programme built around the region.

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July 6, 2026