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The Advertiser
4 hours ago
- The Advertiser
Plans lodged for $4.6 million driving range to revive old Rutherford golf site
THE former site of Tom's Golf Range at Rutherford is set to undergo a $4.6 million rebrand. Plans have been lodged with Maitland City Council to redevelop the site into a social golfing experience. Swing Factory, which runs golf businesses in Sydney and Melbourne, has chosen the Hunter for its first regional facility. One of its founding directors, Nick Cutler, has links to the region. "The Hunter Region has always been a key area of focus for Swing Factory," a spokesperson for the business said. "It's a sporting region, and with golf booming since COVID, it makes more sense than ever for Swing Factory to invest in the region. Golf has become the 'cool' sport and is everyone's second sport. The key areas of growth for the game have been the under 35's market and women over 40, and that's no different with local courses consistently busy. "We have seen with Swing Factory's other locations that only around 50 per cent of those who visit Swing Factory are traditional golfers. The rest are families, entertainment seekers, and groups of friends looking to have a good time. We are genuinely excited to bring the concept to the area." The plans include a modern clubhouse with integrated alfresco spaces for casual dining and social gatherings Undercover driving bays with lounge seating, an 18-hole mini golf course, auto-tee systems in every bay with robotic ball collection and a curated food and beverage menu. One of the big changes is the installation of Toptracer Range technology, which does real-time ball tracking, game modes and performance analytics. Construction is set to start in late 2025, pending council approval, with the "grand opening" pencilled in for mid to late 2026. "At this stage, Maitland remains our primary focus. Given the region's growing population and the rising popularity of golf, we wouldn't rule out future Hunter locations." THE former site of Tom's Golf Range at Rutherford is set to undergo a $4.6 million rebrand. Plans have been lodged with Maitland City Council to redevelop the site into a social golfing experience. Swing Factory, which runs golf businesses in Sydney and Melbourne, has chosen the Hunter for its first regional facility. One of its founding directors, Nick Cutler, has links to the region. "The Hunter Region has always been a key area of focus for Swing Factory," a spokesperson for the business said. "It's a sporting region, and with golf booming since COVID, it makes more sense than ever for Swing Factory to invest in the region. Golf has become the 'cool' sport and is everyone's second sport. The key areas of growth for the game have been the under 35's market and women over 40, and that's no different with local courses consistently busy. "We have seen with Swing Factory's other locations that only around 50 per cent of those who visit Swing Factory are traditional golfers. The rest are families, entertainment seekers, and groups of friends looking to have a good time. We are genuinely excited to bring the concept to the area." The plans include a modern clubhouse with integrated alfresco spaces for casual dining and social gatherings Undercover driving bays with lounge seating, an 18-hole mini golf course, auto-tee systems in every bay with robotic ball collection and a curated food and beverage menu. One of the big changes is the installation of Toptracer Range technology, which does real-time ball tracking, game modes and performance analytics. Construction is set to start in late 2025, pending council approval, with the "grand opening" pencilled in for mid to late 2026. "At this stage, Maitland remains our primary focus. Given the region's growing population and the rising popularity of golf, we wouldn't rule out future Hunter locations." THE former site of Tom's Golf Range at Rutherford is set to undergo a $4.6 million rebrand. Plans have been lodged with Maitland City Council to redevelop the site into a social golfing experience. Swing Factory, which runs golf businesses in Sydney and Melbourne, has chosen the Hunter for its first regional facility. One of its founding directors, Nick Cutler, has links to the region. "The Hunter Region has always been a key area of focus for Swing Factory," a spokesperson for the business said. "It's a sporting region, and with golf booming since COVID, it makes more sense than ever for Swing Factory to invest in the region. Golf has become the 'cool' sport and is everyone's second sport. The key areas of growth for the game have been the under 35's market and women over 40, and that's no different with local courses consistently busy. "We have seen with Swing Factory's other locations that only around 50 per cent of those who visit Swing Factory are traditional golfers. The rest are families, entertainment seekers, and groups of friends looking to have a good time. We are genuinely excited to bring the concept to the area." The plans include a modern clubhouse with integrated alfresco spaces for casual dining and social gatherings Undercover driving bays with lounge seating, an 18-hole mini golf course, auto-tee systems in every bay with robotic ball collection and a curated food and beverage menu. One of the big changes is the installation of Toptracer Range technology, which does real-time ball tracking, game modes and performance analytics. Construction is set to start in late 2025, pending council approval, with the "grand opening" pencilled in for mid to late 2026. "At this stage, Maitland remains our primary focus. Given the region's growing population and the rising popularity of golf, we wouldn't rule out future Hunter locations." THE former site of Tom's Golf Range at Rutherford is set to undergo a $4.6 million rebrand. Plans have been lodged with Maitland City Council to redevelop the site into a social golfing experience. Swing Factory, which runs golf businesses in Sydney and Melbourne, has chosen the Hunter for its first regional facility. One of its founding directors, Nick Cutler, has links to the region. "The Hunter Region has always been a key area of focus for Swing Factory," a spokesperson for the business said. "It's a sporting region, and with golf booming since COVID, it makes more sense than ever for Swing Factory to invest in the region. Golf has become the 'cool' sport and is everyone's second sport. The key areas of growth for the game have been the under 35's market and women over 40, and that's no different with local courses consistently busy. "We have seen with Swing Factory's other locations that only around 50 per cent of those who visit Swing Factory are traditional golfers. The rest are families, entertainment seekers, and groups of friends looking to have a good time. We are genuinely excited to bring the concept to the area." The plans include a modern clubhouse with integrated alfresco spaces for casual dining and social gatherings Undercover driving bays with lounge seating, an 18-hole mini golf course, auto-tee systems in every bay with robotic ball collection and a curated food and beverage menu. One of the big changes is the installation of Toptracer Range technology, which does real-time ball tracking, game modes and performance analytics. Construction is set to start in late 2025, pending council approval, with the "grand opening" pencilled in for mid to late 2026. "At this stage, Maitland remains our primary focus. Given the region's growing population and the rising popularity of golf, we wouldn't rule out future Hunter locations."
The Advertiser
8 hours ago
- The Advertiser
'Big step' for Tassie Devils' high performance home
Tasmania's AFL club has unveiled the most detailed images to date of its $115 million high performance headquarters as it pushes towards a 2028 debut. The facility, also to be the franchise's administration hub, at Kingston south of Hobart is expected to be up and running in October 2027. The club has lodged a development application with the local council in what CEO Brendon Gale described as a significant milestone. "It will be the workplace of our on- and off-field staff and an essential ingredient to our club's success and sustainability," he said on Wednesday. "We are planning to be playing AFL and AFLW in 2028. The lodging of this application is in accordance with meeting these timeframes." AFL boss Andrew Dillon on Tuesday said he was confident the Devils would take to the field in 2028, despite a snap Tasmanian election that has delayed progress on a new Hobart stadium. Construction of a 23,000-seat roofed venue at Macquarie Point is a condition of the Devils entering the national competition. The stadium, supported by Tasmania's incumbent Liberal government and Labor opposition, must be voted through both houses of parliament to get the green light. The island state's next government won't be locked in until after parliament resumes on Tuesday. The state government is contributing $105 million to the high performance centre, with the AFL chipping in the remaining $10 million. The centre will include two full-sized ovals, which are expected to be open to the public when not used by the club, as well as a large indoor training area Dillon said with a "bit of luck" a provisional licence would be granted to the Devils by the end of the year, while the club's concessions will be known before this year's trade period. Tasmania's AFL club has unveiled the most detailed images to date of its $115 million high performance headquarters as it pushes towards a 2028 debut. The facility, also to be the franchise's administration hub, at Kingston south of Hobart is expected to be up and running in October 2027. The club has lodged a development application with the local council in what CEO Brendon Gale described as a significant milestone. "It will be the workplace of our on- and off-field staff and an essential ingredient to our club's success and sustainability," he said on Wednesday. "We are planning to be playing AFL and AFLW in 2028. The lodging of this application is in accordance with meeting these timeframes." AFL boss Andrew Dillon on Tuesday said he was confident the Devils would take to the field in 2028, despite a snap Tasmanian election that has delayed progress on a new Hobart stadium. Construction of a 23,000-seat roofed venue at Macquarie Point is a condition of the Devils entering the national competition. The stadium, supported by Tasmania's incumbent Liberal government and Labor opposition, must be voted through both houses of parliament to get the green light. The island state's next government won't be locked in until after parliament resumes on Tuesday. The state government is contributing $105 million to the high performance centre, with the AFL chipping in the remaining $10 million. The centre will include two full-sized ovals, which are expected to be open to the public when not used by the club, as well as a large indoor training area Dillon said with a "bit of luck" a provisional licence would be granted to the Devils by the end of the year, while the club's concessions will be known before this year's trade period. Tasmania's AFL club has unveiled the most detailed images to date of its $115 million high performance headquarters as it pushes towards a 2028 debut. The facility, also to be the franchise's administration hub, at Kingston south of Hobart is expected to be up and running in October 2027. The club has lodged a development application with the local council in what CEO Brendon Gale described as a significant milestone. "It will be the workplace of our on- and off-field staff and an essential ingredient to our club's success and sustainability," he said on Wednesday. "We are planning to be playing AFL and AFLW in 2028. The lodging of this application is in accordance with meeting these timeframes." AFL boss Andrew Dillon on Tuesday said he was confident the Devils would take to the field in 2028, despite a snap Tasmanian election that has delayed progress on a new Hobart stadium. Construction of a 23,000-seat roofed venue at Macquarie Point is a condition of the Devils entering the national competition. The stadium, supported by Tasmania's incumbent Liberal government and Labor opposition, must be voted through both houses of parliament to get the green light. The island state's next government won't be locked in until after parliament resumes on Tuesday. The state government is contributing $105 million to the high performance centre, with the AFL chipping in the remaining $10 million. The centre will include two full-sized ovals, which are expected to be open to the public when not used by the club, as well as a large indoor training area Dillon said with a "bit of luck" a provisional licence would be granted to the Devils by the end of the year, while the club's concessions will be known before this year's trade period.
Perth Now
10 hours ago
- Perth Now
'Big step' for Tassie Devils' high performance home
Tasmania's AFL club has unveiled the most detailed images to date of its $115 million high performance headquarters as it pushes towards a 2028 debut. The facility, also to be the franchise's administration hub, at Kingston south of Hobart is expected to be up and running in October 2027. The club has lodged a development application with the local council in what CEO Brendon Gale described as a significant milestone. "It will be the workplace of our on- and off-field staff and an essential ingredient to our club's success and sustainability," he said on Wednesday. "We are planning to be playing AFL and AFLW in 2028. The lodging of this application is in accordance with meeting these timeframes." AFL boss Andrew Dillon on Tuesday said he was confident the Devils would take to the field in 2028, despite a snap Tasmanian election that has delayed progress on a new Hobart stadium. Construction of a 23,000-seat roofed venue at Macquarie Point is a condition of the Devils entering the national competition. The stadium, supported by Tasmania's incumbent Liberal government and Labor opposition, must be voted through both houses of parliament to get the green light. The island state's next government won't be locked in until after parliament resumes on Tuesday. The state government is contributing $105 million to the high performance centre, with the AFL chipping in the remaining $10 million. The centre will include two full-sized ovals, which are expected to be open to the public when not used by the club, as well as a large indoor training area Dillon said with a "bit of luck" a provisional licence would be granted to the Devils by the end of the year, while the club's concessions will be known before this year's trade period.
