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Over the past few weeks, we’ve noticed an increase in fake accounts posting equipment for sale in grounds and greenkeeping-related Facebook groups. A lot of these scams involve line markers, and it looks like they’re copying images from genuine eBay listings to make the posts look more convincing. We’ve had several messages about this already, […]
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As groundstaff, we’ve heard our fair share of jokes and banter about the profession. But the recent comments made on The Bench podcast by Jon Wilkin and Sam Tomkins overstep the line. What started as light-hearted humour about the care we put into our pitches progressed into a number of careless and disrespectful comments, diminishing
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Brad of IGFH attended the Lackham Tradeshow and Careers Fair, held at Wiltshire College & University Centre’s Lackham campus on June 17, 2024, which aims to “bring employers and students together to showcase the wide range of careers available in the local area”. We interviewed many of the exhibitors at the show, asking them what
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Adapting to Pay Equity, Social Media, and Industry Shifts Education events such as Continue to Learn provide greenkeepers with the knowledge required to overcome many challenges ‘There are countless ways to promote greenkeeping to the wider public and we’re … helping to create a strong industry not just today but also for generations to come.’
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8th Edition of the IGFH Gazette. Believe it or not, April 2024 marks 5 years of International Greenkeepers. I’m not sure where the time has gone either, that means this October it will be 5 years since I (Bradley Tennant) left for Australia. Daryl Davidson came to me with this idea and a group he’d
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March 28th 2024 Congratulations to Simon Moore who received an award in recognition of his great and valuable services to the community. Awarded by Pradeep Bhardwaj at a great venue, Monkton Combe School. This is a fantastic achievement and recognition for all his hard work within the industry. Simon with his High Sheriff Award Pradeep presenting
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Bradley Tennant of IGFH recently participated in February’s EDGA (European Disabled Golf Association) D3 coaching session hosted by Get Golfing. The event, held at Mill Green Golf Club, aimed to raise awareness, provide training, and educate attendees on the adaptability of golf for individuals with diverse disabilities. The day kicked off with insightful introductions from
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To get a free copy of the manual – Click here! 2024 International Greenkeepers for Hire Turf Pesticides Manual A must get sports turf management and lawn weed management guide for all professional turf managers. Covers registered turf pesticides (branded and generic pesticides) in australia. Its 100% FREE and fully referenced. Has easy to use
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Sydney University’s Outreach at Cobham Youth Justice Centre Inspires Young men Throughout 2023, Daryl Davidson of IGFH visited Cobham Youth Justice Centre on behalf of Sydney University, with the aim of supporting young people in developing their career skills ready for their release. Felicity Zeiher, Communities & Youth Justice Skills Manager, shared the following piece
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IGFH’s Darly Davidson reflects on Cammeray Golf Club’s fundraising event, held on November 28, 2023. Great day yesterday for the very first Two Ball One Stick Challenge at Cammeray Golf Club. The rain held off just for a great fun day raising awareness for men’s health and raising $1000 that we donated to The Meadowbrook
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