IMPORTANT INFORMATION

 

Volunteer Headquarters and Check-in

  • The Volunteer Headquarters is located in The Terrace Room, downstairs inside the clubhouse, near the sports bar.
  • All volunteers must register and check in at the Volunteer Headquarters before starting their shift.

 

Apparel and Uniform

  • Volunteers are required to wear the official 2026 Ford Women's NSW Open volunteer polo and hat at all times while on duty.
  • Polos and hats will be available for collection at your volunteer information session prior to the event as communicated.
  • Please wear black bottoms as part of your uniform (pants, short or skorts).
  • Uniforms should not be worn on days you are not rostered to work.

 

Admission and Parking

  • Your complimentary Season Pass gives you access to the Tournament for the entire week - please ensure you keep it with you at all times.
  • If you haven’t yet downloaded your pass, you can do so here: <Download Your Season Pass>

 

    Parking:

  • There is no parking available on site. The clubhouse carpark is reserved for players and VIPs only.
  • Golf carts owned by members ARE NOT to be driven on the golf course at any time throughout the tournament.

 

    Shuttles:

  • Shuttle buses will run continuously throughout the day, transporting players, volunteers and spectators between the 9th Tee and the practice range at JJ Kelly Park. Please allow extra time to get to your starting positions.

 

    Meals and Water

  • Meal vouchers and bottled water will be provided to all volunteers and redeemable in the Volunteer Headquarters.

 

FACILITIES

 

Practice Facilities

  • The practice range is located at JJ Kelly Park - Swan St, Wollongong NSW 2500.

 

Public Restrooms

  • Available at:
    • Clubhouse
    • On-course locations (see map)
    • Wheelchair-accessible restrooms in the Clubhouse

 

Lost & Found

  • Located at the Proshop (Clubhouse).
  • Items must be collected before 6:00 PM on the day they are lost; unclaimed items will then be moved to Volunteer Headquarters.

 

HEALTH & WEATHER

 

UV Protection

  • To protect against UV exposure:
    • Apply SPF 50+ sunscreen before starting and reapply every four hours. Available at the Volunteer Headquarters.
    • Wear a hat and sunglasses.
    • Wear protective clothing as instructed.
    • Follow safe work schedules during hot weather.

 

Inclement Weather

  • Do not assume your shift is cancelled due to rain. Report as scheduled unless advised otherwise by the Volunteer Coordinator.