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Regional Australia has always been at the heart of Australian sport.
From local clubs to major tournaments, it’s where talent is developed, communities are built, and opportunities begin. In golf, those pathways are more important than ever, particularly as the game continues to grow across regional areas and among new and emerging audiences.
At Regional Australia Bank, we believe supporting regional communities means supporting the systems that help them thrive. That’s why we’re proud to partner with Golf NSW and support initiatives like the Women’s Regional Qualifying Series.
These events are more than just competitions. They provide a genuine pathway for regional players to progress, compete and build confidence at higher levels of the game, without needing to leave the communities that shaped them.
From Regional Fairways to the National Stage
The strength of regional pathways is best reflected in the players they produce.
Kelsey Bennett’s recent victory at the Australian Women’s Classic is a powerful example of what can happen when talent is supported at every level. Her journey highlights the importance of accessible opportunities, strong local clubs, and the systems that allow players to develop and progress.
For many athletes, regional competitions are the first real step into elite sport. Without them, that pathway becomes significantly harder to access.
“Coming through regional golf, you really see how important strong clubs and support networks are,” Bennett said.
Supporting More Than the Game
For Regional Australia Bank, backing regional golf goes beyond tournaments and events.
Golf clubs play a critical role in regional communities. They are gathering places, employers, and contributors to local economies. They bring people together, support volunteers, and create environments where people of all ages can connect and participate.
By supporting Golf NSW and its programs, we’re investing in more than sport. We’re investing in the sustainability and growth of regional communities.
Because when regional sport thrives, regional communities thrive.
A Shared Commitment to Regional Australia
As a member-owned bank, our focus is on the people and communities we serve.
Every dollar reinvested, every partnership supported, and every initiative backed is part of a broader commitment to regional Australia.
Our partnership with Golf NSW reflects that commitment. It’s about ensuring the game continues to grow, that opportunities remain accessible, and that regional communities remain at the centre of it all.
From local fairways to national success, the future of golf depends on strong regional pathways.
And we’re proud to play a part in supporting them.
