The Clearwater Resort

The Clearwater Resort in Christchurch is a par-72 championship course is the home to the BMW New Zealand Open. It is a former home to the New Zealand PGA Championship that was staged on the Nationwide Tour. Designed by John Darby in consultation with New Zealand golfing legend, Sir Bob Charles, the course combines elements of links golf inspired by the great Scottish courses with parkland golf, more reminiscent of Florida.

Clearwater hosted the inaugural New Zealand Women's Open in 2009 that was won by Frenchwoman Gwladys Nocera, and at the time, the number-one player in Europe. She won by six shots from four players on eight under par.

The Clearwater Resort is playable year-round; the course meanders around a succession of spring-fed lakes and trout-filled streams, with uninterrupted views of the spectacular Southern Alps.

There are five tee positions to suit players of all abilities.

Coordinates: 43°26′47″S 172°35′49″E / 43.4464°S 172.5969°E / -43.4464; 172.5969