Golf Australia has commissioned a range of comprehensive research into participation in the sport, membership demographics, women and girls’ participation and challenges, seniors’ participation, and industry insights in to the golfing landscape, facilities and clubs. The reports all confirm that there are significant growth opportunities that exists for golf if it can attract more women, girls and families into playing the sport and a more diverse demographic that is representative of the Australian community, by emphasizing that the sport is fun, improves health and provide opportunities for socializing. The reports also highlight the need for the sport to evolve to meet the demands of contemporary society around gender equity and social inclusion. See the following reports:

• Australian Golf Landscape Research, AGIC, 2015

• Women’s Involvement in Golf, 2008, Smart Connection Company

• Golf’s 2020 Vision: The HSBC Report, 2012, The Futures Company

• National Inclusion Research Project – 2018

• GA 2017-18 Annual Report (and previous reports)

• Deloitte Review: The Diversity and Inclusion Revolution

• Male Champions of Change Sport Pathway to Pay Equality Report

• Sport Australia Golf Industry Report (2019)

• 2019 Golf Australia Participation Report