On The Up: Pro-golfer's son opens Mount Maunganui indoor golf simulator
Phil designed the new The Dunes practice green at Mount Maunganui Golf Club, and now Kahu is making his own mark on the suburb.
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On The Up: Pro-golfer's son opens Mount Maunganui indoor golf simulator
Golf is the family business for Tauranga player Kahu Tataurangi, son of celebrated Māori professional player Phil Tataurangi. Phil designed the new The Dunes practice green at Mount Maunganui Golf Club, and now Kahu is making his own mark on the suburb.
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