Over the coming months, Golf Australia will undertake a major digital transformation, transitioning from the existing 25-year-old GOLF Link platform to the new Golf Australia CONNECT system.
Golf Australia has developed the new handicap and club management solutions in partnership with DotGolf, a golf technology company owned by The R&A and Golf New Zealand. DotGolf has significant experience in providing golf technology services, including handicapping management, to golfers and golf clubs in England, Scotland, Wales, Ireland, and New Zealand.
Why the Change?
- The GOLF Link platform is outdated and no longer meets the technological needs of today’s golfers and clubs.
- The way golfers interact with technology has evolved significantly over the past 25 years.
- CONNECT offers enhanced data security, aligning with modern policy and compliance standards.
- The new platform will support ongoing improvements to software and services offered to clubs, facilities, and golfers.
Benefits for Golfers and Clubs
- Enhanced privacy and data security, with compliance to modern regulations.
- Integration into a globally supported handicapping system used by leading golf organisations.
- Improved access to technical support & Greater flexibility to support future upgrades and functionality.
Member Information & Privacy Considerations
As part of the transition, the following information currently held in your GOLF Link account will be transferred to Golf Australia CONNECT:
| First name | Last name |
| Date of Birth | Gender |
| Phone Number | GOLF Link number |
| Residential address |
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New data fields to be provided include:
| Email address | Membership Category |
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If you do not wish to share the additional information of email and membership category, it is requested that you email admin@keperragolf.com.au or submit a written request by Friday August 8th. Please note: a decision to not share this information will impact your handicap’s functionality.
Attached are the Club’s Privacy Policy (click here to view) and a statement from Golf Australia outlining the data protection measures in place to safeguard your personal information within the CONNECT system (click here to view).
More information will be provided to members as the transitioning project progresses.
We appreciate your attention to this important matter and your ongoing support.
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