In 2002, a PGA Tour of Australasia and U.S.-based Nationwide Tour co-sanctioned event, called the Holden Clearwater Classic  was started at the Clearwater Resort in Christchurch, New Zealand. It was played again in 2003 and in 2004 the event resumed the name New Zealand PGA Championship.
In 2002, a PGA Tour of Australasia and U.S.-based Nationwide Tour jointly sanctioned event, known as the Holden Clearwater Classic, was initiated at the Clearwater Resort in Christchurch, New Zealand. It was played again in 2003 and in 2004, the event resumed its name as the New Zealand PGA Championship.