Get set for a spectacular showcase of women’s golf as one of Australia’s most prestigious championships, the Australian Women’s Classic returns to the national sporting stage in early 2025 at an exciting new home at Coffs Harbour Golf Club.
After six years at the renowned Bonville Golf Resort, the tournament will now take place at the stunning Coffs Harbour Golf Club on the State’s mid-north coast.
This scenic venue offers an unforgettable experience for both players and fans, highlighting exceptional talent in women’s golf set against the charming backdrop of Coffs Harbour City.
Over 130 of the world’s best female golfers will battle it out on the greens, with a lucrative AUD 500,000 prize purse up for grabs.
Co-sanctioned by the Women’s Professional Golf Association Tour of Australasia (WPGA) and the Ladies European Tour (LET), the 72-hole championship will carry immense prestige and draw elite athletes from across the globe. Entries opened last week and already several international stars including 2024 LET Player of the Year, Chiara Tambourlini of Switzerland, and 2023 Race to Costa Del Sol winner, Trichat Cheenglab of Thailand.
A number of local hopes also entered, including NSW star Kelsey Bennett from Mollymook, who is embarking on her rookie season on the LET as well as Kirsten Rudgeley and Maddison Hinson-Tolchard from Western Australia.
But it’s not just about the competition. The Australian Women’s Classic offers a golden opportunity for players, their families, and supporters to explore the beauty and charm of the beautiful Coffs Coast.
The tournament will generate a significant economic boost for the region, with visitors staying several nights to enjoy the golf and the hospitality that Coffs Harbour is renowned for.
For those unable to attend in person, the event will be broadcast live, showcasing Coffs Harbour Golf Club and bringing excitement to fans across Australia.
Whether watching from the gallery or tuning in from afar, you won’t want to miss a moment as these elite athletes compete for glory on the international stage.
Golf NSW Chief Executive Officer Stuart Fraser expressed enthusiasm for the tournament’s new host venue on the NSW mid-north coast.
“Golf NSW, with the support of the NSW Government, is thrilled to bring the Australian Women’s Classic to a fabulous venue like Coffs Harbour Golf Club.
“It will be exciting to watch some of the sport’s best female athletes from around the globe competing in regional NSW for one of Australia’s most prestigious championships,” Mr Fraser said.
Karen Lunn, CEO of the WPGA Tour of Australasia, highlighted the exceptional opportunity for players to compete against world-class opposition on home soil.
“Competing on some of NSW’s most esteemed regional courses is a game-changer for women’s golf in Australia,” Ms Lunn remarked.
“This level of competition and reward is instrumental in advancing the sport and inspiring the next generation of female athletes.”
The Australian Women’s Classic
Host Venue: Coffs Harbour Golf Club
Date: March 13 – 16th 2025
Prize Fund: AU$500,000 (Min)
The Venue:
After six successful years at Bonville Golf Resort, Coffs Harbour Golf Club hosts the Australian Women’s Classic for the first time.
An immaculate 27-hole championship course in the idyllic surrounds of the Coffs Coast. Coffs Harbour Golf Club prides itself on “big city standards with friendly small-town charm.”
Past Champions:
2018: Celine Boutier (Fra)
2019:Marianne Skarpnord (NOR)
2020: Steph Kyriacou (AUS)
2022: Meghan MacLaren (ENG)
2023: Breanna Gill (AUS)
2024*: Jess Whitting (WA), Nicole Broche Hestrup (DAN), Peiying Tsai (TPE)
