Sanctuary Cove hosts Women’s PGA Championship
Australia’s best female professional golfers will return to the Gold Coast next year when Sanctuary Cove hosts the Australian WPGA Championship.
Barring a cyclone, which led to the cancellation of this year’s event, the Championship and the associated Festival of Golf will run from March 19-22 at The Palms course at Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club.
The announcement comes after Sydneysider Grace Kim claimed her first major championship in the Amundi Evian Championship in France on Sunday.
The 24-year-old’s playoff win followed on Australian Minjee Lee’s KPMG Women’s PGA Championship victory, marking the first time two different Australians have won back-to-back women’s majors.
The 2026 Championship will also mark the first occasion that the event will be played as a standalone tournament, with this year’s event cancelled because of Cyclone Alfred.
WPGA Tour of Australasia CEO Karen Lunn said she is looking forward to the return of the event especially after this year’s cancellation.
“The Gold Coast is the perfect stage for the Australian WPGA Championship to showcase some of the best female golfers in the world,” Lunn said.
“While we were disappointed to cancel this year’s event due to Cyclone Alfred, we’re looking forward to a refreshed WPGA Championship and Festival of Golf in 2026 and to welcoming back locals and fans to Sanctuary Cove.
“With the women’s Australian Open taking place the week before the WPGA Championship, we’re set for two exciting weeks of elite women’s golf in Australia. It’s the perfect opportunity to get around our Aussie athletes and for them to inspire the next generation of champions.”
Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club CEO Paul Sanders said they were thrilled to be involved in the Australian WPGA Championship in 2026.
"As one of the best-integrated resorts in Australia, our world-class facilities, including the recently renovated The Palms golf course, will provide an unparalleled experience for players, spectators, and the community.
"We look forward to welcoming back players and golf enthusiasts alike to Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club for a truly exceptional event.”
Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate said the event would reinforce the city’s reputation as a premier destination for world-class sport.
General Admission to the 2026 Australian WPGA Championship and Festival of Golf is
free. Hospitality packages are now available via Ticketek.
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