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Women now make up six in ten new Australian golfers

Golf Australia found that 60% of new golfers are women. Female golfers are growing 11.6% year by year.

Why it mattersMore women joining golf is changing the sport's culture and bringing new members to clubs.

AustraliaAustralian golf clubs are experiencing rapid female membership growth, reshaping their culture and programs for an increasingly diverse player base.

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MC rebuked for joking about Swans scandal at awards night

The MC joked that scandal could galvanise the local team, using the Swans as an example.

Why it mattersThe incident shows how public figures' comments about serious investigations now trigger swift backlash from community and advocacy groups.