The 2025 New Zealand PGA Championship is set to make its return to the Australasian PGA Tour schedule, once again hosted at the Hastings Golf Club.
Following a highly successful 2024 event, this elevated championship promises to deliver world-class golf and significant opportunities for players and the wider Hawke’s Bay region.
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Hastings Golf Club President Robyn Bell expressed the club’s excitement about hosting the prestigious event:
“After an extremely successful 2024 tournament, the club is thrilled to host the Wallace Development New Zealand PGA Championship once again. Now elevated to a PGA of Australasia event, we look forward to welcoming an elite field of professional golfers to our region.
This is a tremendous opportunity to showcase Bridge Pa and the wider Hawke’s Bay to both national and international visitors. The positive impact on the region will be significant.”
“Events like this wouldn’t be possible without the incredible support of sponsors. Our sincere thanks go to Wallace Development Company Limited for their principal sponsorship, alongside Hawke’s Bay BMW and our numerous hole sponsors. We’re excited for a fantastic tournament ahead.”
The elevation of the championship to the Australasian PGA Tour schedule provides back-to-back opportunities for Kiwi players, with the New Zealand Open taking place the week prior.
A win at the Wallace Development New Zealand PGA Championship offers players a coveted two-year exemption on the PGA Tour of Australasia, a career-defining reward.
The 2025 event will also welcome up to 10 players from the Asian Tour, Japan Tour, and Korean Tour, adding even more depth and quality to the competition.
Chairman of the New Zealand PGA, Phil Ellison, highlighted the pathway this event creates for Kiwi golfers:
“We are incredibly grateful to everyone involved in elevating this tournament to PGA Tour of Australasia level. From the Australian PGA and Golf New Zealand to our sponsors and the Hastings Golf Club, this achievement reflects a collective effort.
For our New Zealand PGA members, it’s an invaluable opportunity to compete for a full exemption on the PGA Tour of Australasia.
With a stronger field, we’re optimistic about seeing one of our own rise to the challenge and secure victory. It’s shaping up to be an incredible four days, and we look forward to hosting both local and international players.”
The tournament will also feature a unique pro-am format. During the weekend rounds, amateur golfers will team up with tournament professionals in a best-ball competition, providing a rare opportunity for amateurs to share the fairways with elite players.