Queensland Sports Turf Managers Association

Save the Date - 2026 Spray Technician and Irrigation Day. Tuesday 1st September 2026. Ballymore Stadium - Arrive 8am

Please RSVP to [email protected]

Hope you can make it.

Australian Sports Turf Managers Association

This is the last call for opportunity to get your nominations in. The closing date for nominations is this Friday 7th of August 2026.
We know there are many deserving people across Queensland whose dedication, hard work, and achievements deserve to be recognized. The awards are only as strong as the nominations we receive.
If you know someone who has gone above and beyond, or a club that has achieved something exceptional, we encourage you to take a few moments to submit a nomination. Your nomination could ensure that a deserving individual or team receives the recognition they have earned.
Please see the links below for the award categories.
Please go to the following links and nominate those staff that you feel need to be recognized in our industry, it's an easy form to fill out.

https://qldgolfindustryawards.com.au/award-nominations/

Categories for the Queensland Golf Awards for this year are the following -

https://golfaustralia.jotform.com/261738962640869 - Supers Achievement Award.
https://golfaustralia.jotform.com/261738538238871 - Assistant Supers Recognition Award.
https://golfaustralia.jotform.com/261738497718878 - Golf Course Apprentice of the Year.
https://golfaustralia.jotform.com/261738587009871 - Supers Environmental and Safety Excellence Award.

Nominations are closing on the 7th of August so please get your nominations in as soon as you can.

Meadowbrook Golf Club, QLD is seeking a Qualified Greenskeeper/Groundsman.
https://www.astma.com.au/_employmentads/page/id/17910

Details of the position are available on the ASTMA website.

To view all current Sports Turf Management job ads or to post a job ad, click here: http://bit.ly/3VFThMm.

Gailes Golf Club, QLD is seeking a Course Superintendent
https://www.astma.com.au/_employmentads/page/id/17882

Details of the position are available on the ASTMA website.

To view all current Sports Turf Management job ads or to post a job ad, click here: http://bit.ly/3VFThMm

The QSTMA wishes to thank everyone who attended the 'Walk and Talk' event at Royal Queensland on Tuesday 28th of July.

We had one of the best turnouts to an association sponsored event with 160 people attending.

QSTMA president Keith Johnson was delighted with the exceptional turnout for Tuesday's event. He says it reflects the enthusiasm and commitment of sports turf professionals from across Queensland and a strong indicator of the success of the merger between STA Queensland and the Golf Course Superintendents Association of Queensland.

“Events like this continue to demonstrate the value of building connections across the profession, with greater opportunities for collaboration, education and knowledge sharing,”

“The willingness of members to participate in record numbers highlights the strength of the association and the positive direction it is taking as preparations continue for one of the biggest sporting events Australia has ever hosted.

“With the Olympics on the horizon, the future of the turf management industry in Queensland has never looked brighter. The success of this event reinforces the importance of investing in professional development, fostering collaboration and celebrating the outstanding facilities and people who will help showcase Queensland on the world stage.”

The QSTMA also wishes to extend its sincere appreciation Adam Mills and the team at Royal Queensland and Paul Spencer and Chris Chapman from GTS.

The QSTMA’s next event will be the GM and Superintendents PM Day at Ashgrove Golf Club on 11 August, followed a week later (18 August) with the association’s AGM at Twin Waters Golf Club on the Sunshine Coast.

As we prepare for this year's Queensland Golf Industry Awards, we are reaching out to encourage you to submit nominations for the outstanding individuals and Clubs that make our industry so strong.

At this stage, we have received fewer nominations than expected, because of this we have extended the closing date for nominations until the 7th of August 2026. We know there are many deserving people across Queensland whose dedication, hard work, and achievements deserve to be recognized. The awards are only as strong as the nominations we receive, and we don't want to miss the opportunity to celebrate those who have made a significant contribution over the past year.

If you know someone who has gone above and beyond, or a club that has achieved something exceptional, we encourage you to take a few moments to submit a nomination. Your nomination could ensure that a deserving individual or team receives the recognition they have earned.
Please don't assume someone else will nominate them—your nomination could make all the difference.
We appreciate your support in helping us showcase the excellence that exists throughout Queensland's turf industry. We look forward to receiving your nominations and celebrating the achievements of our industry together.

Please see the links below for the award categories.

Please go to the following links and nominate those staff that you feel need to be recognized in our industry, it's an easy form to fill out.

https://qldgolfindustryawards.com.au/award-nominations/

Categories for the Queensland Golf Awards for this year are the following -

https://golfaustralia.jotform.com/261738962640869 - Supers Achievement Award.
https://golfaustralia.jotform.com/261738538238871 - Assistant Supers Recognition Award.
https://golfaustralia.jotform.com/261738497718878 - Golf Course Apprentice of the Year.
https://golfaustralia.jotform.com/261738587009871 - Supers Environmental and Safety Excellence Award.

Nominations are closing on the 8th of August so please get your nominations in as soon as you can.

Australian Sports Turf Managers Association
Queensland Golf Industry Awards

2026 QSTMA Annual General Meeting.

Tuesday 18th of August.
Twin Waters Golf Club.

Join your industry colleagues for our 2026 AGM at the renowned Twin Waters Golf Club on what is always a great day - especially this year with golf at Twin Waters Golf Club.

Agenda :
* 7.15am - Arrival and Breakfast.
* 8am Shotgun Start - AGM / Toro Competition (Stableford event) - prizes sponsored by Toro - 18 Holes Golf with Cart.
* 12.30pm - Plated Lunch and refreshments.
* 1.30pm - Annual General Meeting.

Cost for the Golf is $60 for a QSTMA Member and $110.00 for Non members and includes Breakfast, Lunch and refreshments and Golf with a cart. For Lunch and refreshments only, $20 for members, $30 for non members. AGM Meeting is free to attend.

PLEASE RSVP BY PAYMENT TO QCSAQ / QSTMA INCORP
BY THE 14TH AUGUST.

BSB - 064145
ACCOUNT - 00800197
Please use your name as the Payment reference.

For more information, please email us at [email protected]

Australian Sports Turf Managers Association

Back in Action - The Northern River's Golf Day - The Supers Cup.
Playing for Pewter - "The Super's Cup" is back up for grabs.

For the first time since 2021 we are excited to get the Northern River Greenkeeper's Day back up and running, previously this day was very well attended and is open for all Green Staff through Northern NSW and SEQ to attend and participate. This is great opportunity to bring your team along to meet neighboring professionals that share the same passion and connect with peers to forge relationships.

We hope to see you there as we revisit the Maclean Golf Club next month as teams tee it up for the “Supers Cup”.

Please see attached flyer outlining all the information and be sure to RSVP to [email protected] with your golf handicaps before August 18.

The next Association Field Day being hosted by Adam Mills at Royal Queensland Golf Club is on Tuesday July 28th.

The QSTMA is holding a Construction Walk and Talk at Royal Qld.
This day starts with a presentation from Paul Spencer on Construction sand profile types and will then be followed by an on-course Walk and Talk with Adam. Adam will explain the construction methods, his decision of grass type selection for his site, his current programs and everything that’s happening on course.

PLEASE NOTE - Royal Queensland Golf Club -Maintenance Facility access is via through the security gate located at 341 Curtin East Ave, Eagle Farm.

An early lunch and drinks will follow at the Maintenance Shed.

Please arrive approx 8.45am for an 9.00am start.
Lunch approx 11.30 - 12.00pm.

This day is open to all QSTMA Members and their staff, and any staff who seek to increase their repertoire of knowledge of Golf Course Construction and turf grow in.

Please RSVP to [email protected] by July 27th for catering purposes.

QSTMA Mechanical Education Day. 9th May 2026 at Keperra Country Golf Club, 8am.

The Queensland Sports Turf Managers Association is holding a Mechanical Education Day at Keperra Country Golf Club on Tuesday June 9th.

This day is open to all turf apprentices, mechanics, and any staff who seek to increase their repertoire of knowledge

Please email rsvp’s to [email protected] by 31st of May if you wish to attend.

Australian Sports Turf Managers Association