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NEW ZEALAND
GOLF IN PARADISE – NEWS FROM NEW ZEALAND
of snow-capped mountains in the winter. The
weather is calm and sunny most days – so ideal for
golfing.
USGTF members are always welcome. If
planning a tour, keep in mind that there are 1,000
By Gary Schott, courses in New Zealand, and it is now a very
President USGTF-New Zealand safe destination for your next trip when border
n these uncertain times, the priority for the NZGTF restrictions are lifted.
Ihas been health and wellbeing. COVID-19 has As a sidenote, I would like to say a huge “thank
impacted all of us worldwide, but New Zealand is you” to Geoff Bryant, my good friend, buddy and
bouncing back due to strict lockdown conditions mentor; a man of vision. Golf was lucky to have
early in the crisis. this man, and we should all recognize his great
The NZGTF has teamed up with Koura Bay contribution to golf teaching. A real “funseeker,”
Resort in Kaikoura, a lovely seaside village in the Geoff always kept those sideburns flappin’ in the
South Island of New Zealand. We are now able breeze, a “presidential” man. Good luck in your
to offer accommodation for those on courses next venture.
and the ability to bring partners and enjoy the
wonderful scenery, sea life and activities of the
area. Views are spectacular, and Koura Bay Golf
Course is a well-maintained nine-hole course,
on the plateau above the bay with a backdrop
Sharing Our Passion Around The World!”
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