Masterton The 100th Wairarapa Open

Description

The 100th Wairarapa Open takes place at Omakau Golf Club on April 11, 2026, celebrating a century of this historic tournament. Competitors will compete in pairs format using Stableford scoring, making it an accessible event for golfers of all abilities. This open-category event costs NZD 80.00 to enter, offering an excellent opportunity to participate in a landmark golfing occasion.

Omakau Golf Club

Otago, New Zealand

Omakau Golf Club is a 9-hole course located in Omakau, situated on Alton Street in the Central Otago region of New Zealand's South Island. The course plays to a par of 70 across 18 holes (two loops of the same nine), with a total distance of 5443 yards from the white tees. It has a course rating of 68.2 and a slope rating of 117, indicating a moderate level of difficulty. The layout consists of two identical nines, each featuring par-35 totals. The front and back nines both contain two par-5s, four par-4s, and three par-3s. Notable holes include the opening par-4 at 264 yards and the closing par-5s at 467 yards on each nine. The shortest holes are the par-3s at 102-143 yards, providing variety in shot-making demands. The club has a membership base of 124 players, including 74 men and 50 women, and is managed by Carolyn Brown. As a rural Central Otago course, it serves the local golfing community with accessible 9-hole and 18-hole playing options.