An official golf handicap is a numerical figure assigned to a golfer that reflects their ability or relative ability and allows golfers to compete on an equal footing with others. The lower the handicap, the better the player is relative to those with higher handicaps. In Australia, Golf Australia is the peak national amateur governing body through which handicaps are conferred. GOLF Link handicaps allow golfers of all abilities to be able to compete against one another and are calculated and allotted in accordance with the Australian Handicapping, Slope Rating and Course Rating Systems as specified by Golf Australia. |
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Top Frequently Asked Questions
What is an official Australian Golf Handicap?
What is a Golfer Championship?
A Multi day tournament. Players do not need to qualify as they are open to everyone. Two Ball Ambrose event format. Players will earn more order of merit points than a Golfer Classic. |
How is a team's daily handicap calculated?
Team members’ GA Handicaps are adjusted as per the Slope Rating of the tees being played from at the Local Event to determine their Daily Handicaps. The aggregate Daily Handicap is divided by 4 to determine the teams Daily Handicap. |
How do I see the Order of Merit?
Please click the link to view the Order of Merit table for each State. |
What is the Order of Merit?
Golfers with an active Golflink number and playing in Division 1 (Golflink holders only) gain points at each event going towards the Order Of Merit. |
Do I need a Handicap to play?
No we have 2 divisions at each event one for non Golflink holders and one for Golflink holders. As a non handicapper you are not eligible for the Championship Final or major prize. |
Who can play?
Any golfer! Two divisions with separate prize pools will be present at each event for those with and without an official handicap. |
What is the Golfer Tour?
Australia’s fastest growing amateur golf series brought to you by the Golf Network. Multiple state event series where players of all levels and gender can compete at the highest level or just relax with a more social round with friends all aiming to win a spot in the National Final. |
How do I set my Handicap?
You can set your handicap to be automatically applied each time you play a round.
This general handicap will apply each time you play with the daily handicap calculated based on golf course data. If you would like to change your handicap, you can do so by either navigating back to the account screen or before each game. |
How do I redeem my Voucher?
Storing and redeeming vouchers using the Golfer app is the easiest way to get on the course.
Pro shop staff my scan the QR code to enable automatic redemption. |