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The Golfing Greenkeeper Podcast

Steve Smith
Golf Course Management
Greenkeeping
Royal Melbourne Golf Club
Avondale Golf Club
Turf Management
Golf Course Maintenance
Dint Golf Solutions
Men's Australian Open
John Deere Golf
John Deere
Australia
New Zealand
Sydney
Australian Open
Sustainability In Golf
Royal Sydney Golf Club
Golf Course Architecture
Mental Health
Tasmania Golf Club
Australian Golf

The podcast to listen to if you want to know everything there is about Australian golf courses, greenkeeping and architecture so you can get more out of your game!

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Recent Guests

Fraser Brown
Superintendent, Lake Karrinyup Country Club
Lake Karrinyup Country Club
Episode: EP.196 Walking the Fairways - feat. Fraser Brown (Lake Karrinyup Country Club) & Nathan Baker (ASTMA Award Winner)
Nathan Baker
Golf Course Graduate of the Year, 2026
Kingston Heath (formerly Byron Bay Golf Club)
Episode: EP.196 Walking the Fairways - feat. Fraser Brown (Lake Karrinyup Country Club) & Nathan Baker (ASTMA Award Winner)
Brenden Benad
Superintendent, Manly Golf Club
Manly Golf Club
Episode: EP.195 Keeper of the Greens - Brenden Benad (Manly Golf Club)
Jimmy Downes
Superintendent of Humpty Doo Golf Club
Humpty Doo Golf Club
Episode: EP.194 Walking the Fairways - feat. Jimmy Downes (Humpty Doo Golf Club)
Michael Henderson
Golf Course Architect, Holes in the Ground
Holes in the Ground
Episode: EP.193 The Design Brief - Michael Henderson (Holes in the Ground)
Hayden Mead
Superintendent at Kingston Heath Golf Club
Kingston Heath Golf Club
Episode: EP.192 Keeper of the Greens - Hayden Mead (Kingston Heath Golf Club)
Ben Lucas
Superintendent, Club Tocumwal (The Murray River)
Club Tocumwal
Episode: EP.189 Walking the Fairways - feat. Ben Lucas (Club Tocumwal)
Callum Hitching
Superintendent, Karratha Golf Club
Karratha Golf Club
Episode: EP.188 Keeper of the Greens - Callum Hitching (Karratha Golf Club)
Scott Champion
Golf Course Architect, Harrison Golf
Harrison Golf
Episode: EP.187 The Design Brief - Scott Champion (Harrison Golf)

Host

Steve Smith
Host of The Golfing Greenkeeper Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 85 ratings
  • Great Golf Insight

    Steve’s podcast’s are always interesting and provides great insight into the green keeping side of golf. The Aust Open podcast at RM in particular, is brilliant, and well worth a listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WaddlerCP
    Australia2 months ago
  • Great listening

    Always a thoroughly enjoyable listen hearing about the thought and detail that goes into managing and curating golf courses.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ben78g
    Australia4 months ago
  • Outstanding interview with Rob Collins

    What a cracking pod this is. If you’re at all interested in modern course architecture - Steve’s chat with Rob Collins on his upcoming design at 7 Mile Beach in Hobart Tasmania is a must listen 👏🏼👏🏼

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MarshallMatt
    Australiaa year ago
  • TGGKP podcast

    Cracking podcast, love the Australian golf history episodes, the keeper of the greens & walking the fairways segments too. A wealth of knowledge for any green keeper with so many different experiences with a variety of turf grass types & environmental conditions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ben Monforte
    Australia2 years ago
  • What makes golf great?

    Great golf courses! Love this podcasts insight into preparation, design and maintenance of golf courses. For a gardener/golfer like me, this is the perfect podcast. Thanks for the great pod!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DahbbleD
    Australia2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Excellent insider perspective on modern course design and maintenance.
Great for gardeners and golfers who want practical maintenance insights.
Engaging deep dives into course management and architecture.
A wealth of knowledge for greenkeepers with diverse turf types and climates.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#84
Canada/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#185
United Kingdom/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#39
Australia/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#142
France/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#29
Belgium/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#41
Taiwan/Sports/Golf

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

EP.192 Keeper of the Greens - Hayden Mead (Kingston Heath Golf Club)
Q: How does the club reconciles its historic championship routing with modern tournament demands?
Response explains the interchangeability of layouts, the elimination of the 10th hole in certain routings, and the close clustering of key holes around the clubhouse to create a tournament-friendly atmosphere.
EP.192 Keeper of the Greens - Hayden Mead (Kingston Heath Golf Club)
Q: What was your first reaction to Kingston Heath when you walked the course as a candidate, and how did it feel to potentially lead such a storied property?
He describes walking the course on the initial visit and being struck by the course's impressive qualities, which motivated him to pursue the role despite the challenge and visibility.
EP.192 Keeper of the Greens - Hayden Mead (Kingston Heath Golf Club)
Q: Have you ever considered working at other clubs during your ascent to a superintendent role?
He recalls not looking much outside Spring Valley, driven by a clear path and a strong belief in what could be done there, along with opportunities presented by hosting Vic Opens and showcasing growth.
EP.188 Keeper of the Greens - Callum Hitching (Karratha Golf Club)
Q: What are the main turf varieties and greens profiles you implemented in Karratha?
The project used a mix of local sands blended with June sand for a fine texture, established Velveteen on greens with significant lateral growth, and experimented with Santa Ana and other warm-season grasses on tees; drainage and pre-draining measures were critical due to the unique substrate.
EP.188 Keeper of the Greens - Callum Hitching (Karratha Golf Club)
Q: What was the tender process like for the Karratha position and how did it unfold?
The process involved a formal tender to oversee the installation of a new irrigation system and the transition from sand scrapes to grass greens, with a council-backed master plan and government funding considerations influencing the timeline.

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A practical, industry-focused show that centers on golf course maintenance, turf management, and architecture in Australia and nearby regions. Episodes feature superintendents, landscape and course architecture perspectives, and supplier partners sharing on-site realities, technology adoption, and project case studies from bunker renovations to irrigation and water management. The format tends to mix career journeys, hands-on best practices, and strategic discussions about course presentation and sustainability, making it valuable for listeners who manage or sponsor golf facilities, or who want deeper insights into what drives course quality and member experience.

Noteworthy angles include data-driven turf management, autonomous equipment,... more

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2. Nathan Baker
3. Brenden Benad
4. Jimmy Downes
5. Michael Henderson
6. Hayden Mead
7. Ben Lucas
8. Callum Hitching

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