Stuart Butler
Stuart Butler
HWOM with Pete Newton. Learning from the best (and worst)
HWOM with Pete Newton. Learning from the best (and worst)
HWOM with Pete Newton. Learning from the best (and worst)
Thursday 20th June 2024
Pete Newton shares his career journey from greenkeeping to irrigation expertise in this engaging episode of Henry Weston's Old Mate.
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Get the buttons here!From Turf to Tech: Pete Newton's Greenkeeping Journey
Episode Overview
- Pete Newton shares his career path from greenkeeping to irrigation.
- Discusses challenges and rewards of managing prestigious golf courses.
- Insights into transitioning from hands-on work to an irrigation role.
- Reflections on the greenkeeping community and its support system.
- Humorous and honest anecdotes from Pete's career.
The advice is brilliant. The community's as good as it ever was.
In this episode of Henry Weston's Old Mate, Stu Butler chats with Pete Newton, a former course manager turned irrigation expert. Pete shares his journey from starting as a greenkeeper to managing prestigious venues like the Belfry and Rockliffe Hall. He opens up about the highs and lows of his career, including the challenges and rewards of transitioning from hands-on turf management to a role with Toro Reesink in irrigation.
Pete’s stories are peppered with humour and honesty, making for an engaging listen. You'll hear about his early days, his philosophy on career mobility, and his reflections on the greenkeeping community. Pete’s insights into the world of turf management and irrigation are both practical and entertaining. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in greenkeeping or looking for inspiration from someone who’s seen it all. So grab a cup of tea, sit back, and enjoy this lively conversation.