Golf: Australian Kennedy claims NZ PGA crown

Brad Kennedy of Australia plays a shot during final round of the NZPGA Golf Championship. Photo / Getty Images

Australian Brad Kennedy has claimed the New Zealand PGA golf Championship in Auckland.

A five-under par final round has given Kennedy a two-shot win to finish on 22 under-par.

Josh Geary was the leading Kiwi tied for second, while Ryan Fox finished fourth.