Masterton The 100th Wairarapa Open

Description

The 100th Wairarapa Open returns to Tokarahi Golf Club on April 11, 2026, marking a significant milestone for this prestigious tournament. Competitors will contest in pairs format using Stableford scoring, with an entry fee of NZD 80.00. This open category event welcomes golfers of all abilities to participate in this historic celebration.

Tokarahi Golf Club

Canterbury, New Zealand

Tokarahi Golf Club is a 9-hole course located in New Zealand with a membership of 64 players, including 48 men and 16 women. The course features an 18-hole layout option with a par of 72 and a course rating of 69.4, with a slope rating of 122 from the white tees. The total distance plays to 5,629 yards. The front nine consists of two par-5 holes, four par-4 holes, and two par-3 holes, while the back nine mirrors this layout. Notable holes include the par-5 opening hole at 454 yards and the par-5 6th hole at 477 yards, which represent the course's longest challenges. The par-3 holes offer variety at 160 and 115 yards respectively. The course demonstrates a balanced design with stroke indices distributed across all holes to provide a fair test for players of varying abilities. The relatively modest yardage and accessible layout suggest the course caters to a community-focused membership base.