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Global ‘Thank a Superintendent Day’ Tuesday 8 September 2026

The NZGCSA in conjunction with other global superintendent organisations will recognise those who keep the game on course with International Thank a Superintendent Day on Tuesday 8 September, 2026.

In addition to to our involvement in the day, other global orgainisations such as The Australian Sports Turf Managers (ASTMA), The Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA), the British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA), the Canadian Golf Superintendents Association (CGSA) and the Federation of European Golf Greenkeepers Associations (FEGGA) will also take part. Together, these organisations represent more than 31,000 golf course management professionals across 78 countries.

Now in its sixth year as a global initiative, Thank A Superintendent Day shines a spotlight on the skill, hard work and passion of sports turf managers, course superintendents and course management teams. These professionals are the unsung heroes of golf, working tirelessly to deliver playing surfaces that enhance the game while protecting the environment and supporting biodiversity.

The NZGCSA encourages golfers and others to recognise superintendents for their hard work, dedication and passion for the game, whether on social media, in person or through other forms of appreciation. Participants are encouraged to join the social media conversation throughout the month of September using #ThankASuper or #ThankAGreenkeeper, depending on the terminology used in their country. 

Clubs, players and industry partners can get involved in many ways, including: 
•    Hosting a dedicated breakfast, morning tea or lunch for the course team
•    Taking time after your round to personally thank a member of the course staff
•    Sharing posts and behind-the-scenes content about your course management team
•    Using newsletters, websites and social media to promote the day and recognise your team’s contribution and hard work 

While ‘Thank A Superintendent Day’ comes once a year, our turf managers are working every single day to prepare and protect our golf courses. A simple thank you – whether in person, in writing or online – can have a lasting impact on morale and help build a culture of understanding, appreciation and respect. 

NZGCSA Environment Award sponsored by PGG Wrightson Turf and proudly supported by Golf NZ 2026

We are pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2026 NZGCSA Environment Award sponsored by PGG Wrightson Turf and proudly supported by Golf NZ.

With many of our members and golf courses doing fantastic sustainability work in New Zealand already why not be recognised for your proactive approach to environmental stewardship by entering the NZGCSA Environment Award.

For more information and to download a application form visit the Awards tab NZGCSA Environment Award 2026 here on the website.  

We thank PGG Wrightson Turf for their continued support of this Award.

Applications will close 1 December 2026 with the Award being presented to the winner at the Whole of Golf Conference in August 2027.

Future Turf Managers Initiative (FTMI) - Applications Open for 2026/2027

Applications are now officially open for the 2026/27 Future Turf Managers' Initiative (FTMI).

The popular industry-leading professional development program, sponsored by Jacobsen, is a free program for ASTMA and NZGCSA members supporting the next generation of sports turf managers looking to take their career to the next level.

The FTMI is delivered in a hybrid format with online modules starting later this year and culminating in a two-and-a-half day face-to-face program in Melbourne in March 2027.

The FTMI has been designed to provide practical tools and guidance, to help candidates pursue their career aspirations through a professional development course.

Across both online and in-person presentations, discussions and workshops, FTMI participants will delve into the above subjects with the sessions presented by a wide variety of expert keynote speakers and industry leaders. All FTMI delegates will be mentored by experienced sports turf management industry professionals, many of whom are past graduates of the program. 

See our FTMI page for more information, the criteria and process - please note that applications need to be made via the application form on the ASTMA website or you can do so via this link https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FTMI2027

Applications close 5pm (AEST) Monday 14 September.

Unsung Heroes - A History of Golf Course Greenkeeping in New Zealand

A history of golf course greenkeeping written by Mike Finlayson. The book takes you from when golf was first introduced into New Zealand and through the decades with the evolvement of greenkeeping over the years to the present.

Past and present Greenkeepers share their careers, stories and memories. The book also features a chapter written by the late Nigel Lloyd on golf course machinery and equipment.

To order a copy please fill in the below form and we will contact you to get your book to you.

Each copy is $25 and includes postage in NZ.

Our thanks and gratitude goes to Mike Finlayson for the idea, concept, research and all his time taken to put all this history down on paper. Also thanks to anyone and everyone who contributed, offered advice, encouragement and their memories!

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