LOCAL RULES &
2019 RULES OF GOLF
CHANGES TO RULES OF GOLF - 2019
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Golf Australia in conjunction with the R & A and USGA are introducing a host of new rules in 2019 to help streamline and quicken up the game of golf. Below is a series of videos that explain each rule change.
Areas the Committee May Mark as Penalty Areas
Ball Moved During Search
Ball Played from Green Hits Unattended Flagstick in Hole
Caddie Lifting Ball on Putting Green
Caddies Standing Behind Player to Help Lining Up
Elimination of Requirement to Announce Intent to Lift Ball
Encouraging Prompt Pace of Play 1
Encouraging Prompt Pace of Play 2
Local Rule – Alternative to Stroke and Distance
Maximum Score Form Stroke Play
Measurig the Size
Measuring the size of the relief area where a ball must be dropped and played
Moving Loose Impediments or Touching Ground in Bunker
New Procedure for Dropping a Ball
No Penalty for Moving Ball on the Putting Green
Procedure for Taking Back on a Line Relief
Procedure for Taking Lateral Relief
Repairing Damage on Putting Green