Awards
Annual Awards
Our annual awards recognise the exceptional achievements and outstanding contributions of individuals in our industry. They serve as a testament to their hard work, dedication, and unwavering commitment to excellence.
Congratulations to our 2023 award winners:
Superintendent of the Year – Malcolm Harris, Northbridge Golf Club
Assistant Superintendent of the Year – Charlie Bolte, Cromer Golf Club
Outstanding Achievement – Dean Hopper, Lakeside Golf Club Camden
For more information on the awards night – click here
NSW Superintendent of the Year
Sponsored by Australian Turf Projects
Award given to Superintendent who has produced high standards of turf management over a long period. Things taken into account are career accomplishments, length of service, influence over young turf managers and service to the industry.
Nominees for the NSWGCSA Superintendent of the Year Award must be a current NSWGCSA Superintendent Member.
2023 Nomination Form – Entries Close Friday, 15 September 2023.
Past Winners
| Year | Winner | Club |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Malcolm Harris | Northbridge Golf Club |
| 2022 | Brent Hull | Moruya Golf Club |
| 2021 | Justin Sheehan | Coffs Harbour Golf Club |
| 2020 | Craig Molloy | Cypress Lakes Golf Resort |
| 2019 | Antony Mills | The Lakes Golf Club |
| 2018 | Peter Donkers | Long Reef Golf Club |
| 2017 | Ron Duffy | North Ryde Golf Club |
| 2016 | Mark O’Sullivan | Roseville Golf Club |
| 2015 | Richard Kirkby | Pennant Hills Golf Club |
| 2014 | Martin Black | Castle Hill Country Club |
| 2013 | Mark Parker | Concord Golf Club |
| 2012 | Michael Bradbery | Manly Golf Club |
| 2011 | Norm Foord | New Brighton Golf Club |
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NSW Assistant Superintendent of the Year
Sponsored by Waterwise Consulting
This was previously known as the Outstanding Dedication and Performance Award. It has been changed to the Assistant Superintendent of the Year to specifically recognise upcoming senior talent in greenkeeping. This award has been developed for employees who achieve outstanding work performance and demonstrate continual commitment and dedication for their prospective clubs.
2023 Nomination Form – Entries Close Friday, 15 September 2023.
Past Winners
| Year | Winner | Club |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Charlie Bolte | Cromer Golf Club |
| 2022 | Mark Ward | Elanora Country Club |
| 2021 | Greg Smith | Muirfield Golf Club |
| 2020 | Kurt Schulenberg | Long Reef Golf Club |
| 2019 | Brendan Brown | Northbridge Golf Club |
| 2018 | Cameron Butt | Centennial Park Golf Club |
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Outstanding Achievement Award
Sponsored by Living Turf
This award is given in recognition of a Course Superintendent who has produced outstanding results, often under difficult circumstances which may include limited resources or finances.
Nominees for the NSWGCSA Superintendent of the Year Award must be a current NSWGCSA Superintendent Member.
2023 Nomination Form – Entries Close Friday, 15 September 2023.
Past Winners
| Year | Winner | Club |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Dean Hopper | Lakeside Golf Club Camden |
| 2022 | Paul Gumbleton | Teven Valley Golf Club |
| 2021 | Nathan Ball | Lynwood Country Club |
| 2020 | Mark Spraggs | Forster Tuncurry Golf Club |
| 2019 | Pat Wilson | Pambula Merimbula Golf Club |
| 2018 | David Stone | Bayview Golf Club |
| 2017 | David Thomson | Bermagui Country Club |
| 2016 | Ian Elphick | Gunnedah Golf Club |
| 2015 | Daniel Metcalfe | Beverley Park Golf Club |
| 2014 | Mark Crittenden | Cumberland Golf Club |
| 2013 | Brad Huender | Gerringong Golf Club |
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