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MELBOURNE METROPOLITAN
GOLF COURSES
Six of Australia’stop 10 coursesare situated in Melbourne’ssouth-east ‘sand
belt’ corridor. These coursesare recognised in A ustralia and internationally as
among the finest in the world. The gem of the sand belt isRoyal M elbourne,
rated asA ustralia’snumber one and is among the top 10 coursesin the world
designed by the great golf architect, A lister M acKenzie.
PUBLIC COURSES
Albert Park Public Golf Course
Q ueensRoad, Albert Park VIC 3004
Tel: + 61 3 9510 5588 Fax: + 61 3 9510 2722
info@ golfvictoria.com.au
www.golfvictoria.com.au
D istance from the CBD : 2km, 10 minutesdrive.
18 Holes, Par 72, 5734m. G reen Fees: $19.50-$27.80
The largest golf range in Victoria open hasmanicured fairwaysleading to greens
surrounded by bunkers. There is also an extensive undulating 18 hole putting
green and challenging chipping and bunker area. T he closest golf course to the
M elbourne CBD isopen from 6am until 10pm.
Growling Frog
1910 Donnybrook Road, Yan Yean VIC 3755
Tel: + 61 3 9716 3477 Fax: + 61 3 9716 3927
info@ growlingfroggolfcourse.com.au
www.growlingfroggolfcourse.com.au
D istance from the CBD : 32km, 40 minutesdrive.
18 holes, Par 72, 6185m. G reen Fees: $22-$40
G raham M arsh designed course alongside stately river gumsthat reflect the
character of the Victorian landscape. G reensare generally undulating in keeping
with the site’snatural topography.
Ivanhoe Public Golf Course
Vasey Street, Ivanhoe VIC 3079
Tel: +61 3 9499 7001 Fax: + 61 3 9499 7478
info@ ivanhoegolf.com.au
www.ivanhoegolf.com.au
D istance from the CBD : 10km, 25 minutesdrive.
18 Holes, Par 68, 4916m. Green Fees: $25
A popular public course in a picturesque setting beside the Yarra River with
undulating fairways, bunkers, pondsand birdlife.
Kingston Links Golf Course
Corporate Avenue, Rowville VIC 3178
Tel: +61 3 9764 4222 Fax: + 61 3 9764 4570
info@ kingstonlinks.com.au
www.kingstonlinks.com.au
D istance from CBD : 27km, 30 minutesdrive.
18 Holes, Par 72, 6178m. G reen Fees: $35–$40
Championship standard golf course open to the public 365 daysof the year.
Santa Ana couch fairwaysand large 1019 pure bent grassgreens. Excellent
links-style public course.
Sandringham Golf Course
Cheltenham Road, Cheltenham V IC 3192
Tel: +61 3 9598 3590 Fax: + 61 3 9598 4433
sandringham@ houseofgolf.com.au
www.golfvic.org.au
D istance from the CBD : 18km, 25 minutesdrive.
18 Holes, Par 70, 5646m. Green Fees: $26
G ently undulating sand belt course. G rassgreens, couch fairwaysand
31 bunkers. O ne of M elbourne’spremier sandbelt public courses.
Likened to coastal Scotland and Ireland, Victoria’s diverse geography offers unique golf course settings from river frontage and
rolling hills to stunning seascape settings. Victoria has been long regarded as the place for golf lovers to experience the very best
of their sport. Visitors can play quality, world-class courses designed by renowned architects, or join the galleries and watch the
greatest stars in the game compete in stunning surrounding at international tournaments, including the Heineken Classic, Australian
Open and Australian Masters. The 390 public and private courses around the state are diverse and challenging from the traditional
championship layouts of the Melbourne sand belt, to the classic links layout of the Mornington Peninsula, the quirky sand-scrape
greens of the state’s north-west, and Melbourne’s many suburban courses.
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Yarra Bend Public Golf Course
Yarra Bend Road, Fairfield VIC 3078
Tel: + 61 3 9481 3729 Fax: + 61 3 9481 3766
yarrabendgolfcourse@ parks.vic.gov.au
www.parkweb.vic.gov.au
D istance from C BD : 5km, 10 minutesdrive.
18 Holes, Par 70, 5538m. G reen Fees: $15-$26
Scenic setting around the Yarra River with abundant wildlife. GrassG reensand
undulating fairwayson a course noted for itsnative treesand animals, especially
birdlife.
PRIVATE COURSES WITH PUBLIC ACCESS
Sanctuary Lakes Club
Sanctuary LakesResort off Point Cook Road. 3030
Tel: + 61 3 9395 2888 Fax: + 61 3 9395 1688
golfclub@ sanctuarylakes.com.au
www.sanctuarylakes.com.au
D istance from C BD : 20 km, 20 minutesdrive.
18 Holes, Par 72, 6435m. G reen Fees: O n application
A G reg Norman designed championship links-style course. A private golf course
that isalso open for social roundson application.
PRIVATE SANDBELT COURSES
Commonwealth Golf Club
G lennie Avenue, South O akleigh VIC 3167
Tel: + 61 3 9579 3033 Fax: + 61 3 9570 2587
reception@ commonwealthgolf.com.au
www.commonwealthgolf.com.au
D istance from C BD : 18km, 22 minutesdrive.
18 Holes, Par 73, 6380m. G reen Fees: O n application.
A feeling of seclusion can be found at this18 hole course with stately treesand
historic club house. A ttractive water holesand strategically placed bunkers
present a never ending series of challengesto golfers of all standards.
Huntingdale Golf Club
W indsor A venue, South O akleigh VIC 3167
Tel: + 61 3 9579 4622 Fax: + 61 3 9579 3280
info@ huntingdalegolf.com.au
www.huntingdalegolf.com.au
D istance from the CBD : 15km, 20 minutesdrive.
18 Holes, Par 72, 6340m. G reen Fees: O n application.
O ne of the youngest sand belt coursesin M elbourne (opened in 1941),
Huntingdale ishost to the ‘A ustralian M asters’. The greensare fast and true with
every chance of superb putting from longer distancesthan on most courses.
Kingston Heath Golf Club
Kingston Road, Cheltenham VIC 3192
Tel: +61 3 9551 1955 Fax: + 61 3 9558 0681
info@ kingstonheath.com.au
www.kingstonheath.com.au
D istance from the CBD : 20km, 30 minutesdrive.
18 Holes, Par 72, 6336m. G reen Fees: O n application.
The opening hole isa 4 par monster of 419m and isone of the most
challenging in the country. The tee shot isto the top of a hill where bunkers
wait to catch the errant slice. Ranked number two in Australia.
Metropolitan Golf Club
G olf Road, South O akleigh VIC 3167
Tel: +61 3 9579 3122 Fax: + 61 3 9570 1703
info@ metropolitangolf.com.au
www.metropolitangolf.com.au
D istance from the CBD : 15km, 30 minute drive.
18 Holes, Par 72, 6400m. G reen Fees: O n application.
M agnificent gum treesand ti-treesline each fairway. T he 18th isa marvellous
finishing hole of 403m, which climbsgently to the welcoming clubhouse. Ranked
number four in A ustralia.
The Peninsula Country Golf Club
211-279 Skye Road, Frankston VIC 3199
Tel: +61 3 9789 2222 Fax: + 61 3 9789 2200info@ peninsulagolf.com.au
www.peninsulagolf.com.au
D istance from the CBD : 42km, 45 minute drive.
N orth: 18 holes, Par 72, 6032m South: 18 holes, Par 72, 6318m
G reen Fees: O n application.
Both championship coursesboast undulating couch fairwaysand Bent grass
greens. N atural vegetation and strategic bunkering are a feature of the Peninsula
G olf and Country C lub. O n-site accommodation is available.
Royal Melbourne Golf Club
Cheltenham Road, Black Rock VIC 3193
Tel: +61 3 9598 6755 Fax: + 61 3 9521 0065
rmgc@ royalmelbourne.com.au
www.royalmelbourne.com.au
D istance from the CBD : 18km, 25 minutesdrive.
East: 18 H oles, Par 72, 6030m W est: 18 H oles, Par 72, 6023m,
G reen Fees: O n application.
W ith two world classcourses, the East and the W est, this championship course
deservesitsnumber five ranking in the world and number one ranking in
Australia. M ajor tournamentsare frequently held at Royal M elbourne due to its
challenging and quality courses.
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Victoria Golf Club
Park Road, C heltenham VIC 3192
Tel: + 61 3 9584 1733 Fax: + 61 3 9583 7557
info@ victoriagolf.com.au
www.victoriagolf.com.au
D istance from the CBD : 20km, 30 minutesdrive.
18 Holes, Par 72, 6219m. G reen Fees: O n application.
A cclaimed by golfersaround the world for i tsfine hospitality and superb world
championship course. T he fairwaysare gently contoured and flow through
avenuesof magnificent treesand the combination of sandy soil, terrain and
vegetation have produced a golf course of outstanding quality and variety.
A ccommodation isavailable. Ranked number nine in A ustralia.
Yarra Yarra Golf Club
567 Warrigal Road, East Bentleigh VIC 3165
Tel: + 61 3 9570 1136 Fax: + 61 3 9563 7913
golf@ yarrayarra.com.au
www.yarrayarra.com.au
D istance from the CBD : 18km, 22 minutesdrive.
18 Holes, Par 72, 6102m. G reen Fees: O n application
Yarra Yarra boastssome of the finest par 3 holesin A ustralia and is
unchallenged for variety and splendour. Established native treesborder the
undulating couch fairways, large contoured greensand strategically placed
bunkers. These private sandbelt coursescan be accessed by two methods:
If you have membership with a club in your own country and it hasreciprocalrightswith one of the private coursesO R you could contact either one of the
golf tour operators listed for accessto these courses. Remember to bring
evidence of your handicap.
REGIONAL VICTORIA
GOLF COURSES
Just a stroke outside M elbourne, on the nearby Bellarine and Mornington
Peninsulas, are top quality coursesthat offer coastal viewsand a calming
ambience. Further along the coast of the G reat O cean Road, visitorscan
practise their grip side by side with resident kangaroosat the Anglesea Golf
C lub. O r if time permits, meander North West to the Murray River regionwhere championship courseslike the M urray D ownsand C obram-Barooga,
offer a particular golf oasis along the mighty M urray River on the border with
N ew South W ales. W hy not stay a while and experience the attractionsclose
by. Accommodation choicesare endlessand available near all these courses.
MORNINGTON PENINSULA
Cape Schanck Resort
Boneo Road, Cape Schanck VIC 3939
Tel: + 61 3 5950 8100 Fax: + 61 3 5950 8019
info@ thecaperesort.com.au
www.thecaperesort.com.au
D istance from the CBD : 120km, 100 minute drive.
18 Holes, Par 70, 5692m. G reen Fees: $18-45
The resort itself boastsits own accommodation, activities including tennis,
swimming, spa and sauna and resort golf courses. C arved out of the giant
sand dunesthiscourse offerswonderful viewsof the ocean and M ornington
Peninsula. T he greensare superb, smoothly grassed, big and firm and full
of hidden rolls.
The Dunes
BrownsRoad, Rye VIC 3941
Tel: +61 3 5985 1334 Fax: + 61 3 5985 8305
golf@ thedunes.com.au
www.thedunes.com.au
D istance from the CBD : 80km, 90 minute drive.
The Dunes18 Holes, Par 72, 6409m. G reen Fees: $52-$69
The D unes9 Holes: $30-$40
The Cup 9 Holes, Par 33, 2316m. G reen Fees: $16-$22
Acclaimed asour best public coursesin regional Victoria. Beautifully undulating,
a true linkscourse in the Scottish and Irish tradition.
Moonah Links
55 Peter T homson D rive, Fingal VIC 3939
Tel: +61 3 5988 2000 Fax: + 61 3 5988 2094
moonah@ moonahlinks.com.au
www.moonahlinks.com.au
D istance from the CBD : 82km, 90 minute drive.
Legends: 18 Holes, Par 72, 6822m. G reen Fees: $85
O pen: 18 Holes, Par 72, 6783m. G reen Fees: $1009 Holesbetween 7am and 9am: $30
The M ooah LinksO pen Course wasdesigned specifically to challenge playersin
the Australian O pen in N ovember 2003. T he legendscourse hasbeen built in
more undulating, wooded country providing golfers with a contrasting
experience. A ccommodation on-site available at PeppersM oonah Links.
The National Golf Club
10 The CupsD rive, Cape Schanck V IC 3939
Tel: +61 3 5988 6666 Fax: + 61 3 5988 6744
info@ nationalgolf.com.au
www.nationalgolf.com.au
D istance from the CBD : 120km, 90 minute drive.
O ld: 18 Holes, Par 72, 6313m
M oonah: 18 Holes, Par 72, 6576m
O cean: 18 HolesPar 72, 6552m
G reen Fees: O n application
Fifty-four holesof outstanding golf on A ustralia’sG olf C oast – the Mornington
Peninsula. Robert T rent JonesJnr, G reg Norman and Peter T hompson have
each designed a course at the National Golf C lub. O cean and bay views
dominate this attractive but tough course.
GREAT OCEAN ROAD
Anglesea Golf Club
G olf LinksRoad, Anglesea VIC 3230Tel: +61 3 5263 1582 Fax: + 61 3 5263 2269
info@ angleseagolfclub.com.au
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www.angleseagolfclub.com.au
18 Holes, Par 73, 6028m. G reen Fees: $50
9 Holes: $30
Set amid native bushland, flora and fauna thiscourse isone of Australia’smost
picturesque. The resident kangaroosgrazing on the greensand fairwaysonly
add to the uniquenessof thispopular course.
Barwon Heads Golf Club
G olf LinksRoad, Barwon HeadsVIC 3227
Tel: +61 3 5255 6255 Fax: + 61 3 5254 3270
golf@ bhgc.com.au
www.bhgc.com.au
18 Holes, Par 70, 5757m. G reen Fees: $70
Tucked behind the sand dunesat Barwon Heads, this course isreminiscent
of the formidable great Scottish courses. First classcouch fairways, superb
greensand weather conditions. H ere the elementsof nature combine with the
magnificent beauty of the coastal terrain to form one of the most unique tests
in golf. Accommodation available on course.
Port Fairy Golf Club
W oodbine Road, Port Fairy VIC 3284
Tel: + 61 3 5568 1654 Fax: + 61 3 5568 2866
info@ portfairygolf.com.au
www.portfairygolf.com.au
D istance from C BD : 291km ( 181 miles) , 3 hours30 minutesdrive.18 Holes, Par 72, 5840m. G reen Fees: $37
G rassgreens, linksstyle course with coastal views. The course windsitsway
through undulating sand dunes.
The Sands, Torquay
2 SandsBoulevard, Torquay VIC 3228
info@ thesandstorquay.com
www,.thesandstorquay.com
Tel: + 61 3 5264 8801 Fax: + 61 3 5264 3300
18 Holes, Par 72, 6583m. G reen Fees: $60
The first foray into golf course architecture for 2002 A ustralian O pen
champion Stuart A ppleby. Bunkering is a feature of the design, with sand
blending seamlessly into the seaside backdrop with viewsalong the coastline
to Barwon Heads.
Thirteen Beach Golf
G eelong Barwon HeadsRoad, Barwon HeadsV IC 3227
Tel: + 61 3 5254 2922 Fax: + 61 3 5254 1097
info@ 13thbeach.net
www.13thbeach.net
Beach Course: 18 Holes, Par 72, 6410m
Creek Course: 18 Holes, Par 72, 6396m
G reen Fees: $45-$55
D istance from C BD : 100km, 90 minute drive.
The Beach Course is designed by Tony Cashmore and A ssociatesand opened
in D ecember 2001. Situated 90 minutessouth of M elbourne on 550 acres,
Thirteenth Beach adjoinsthe famousBarwon Headscourse. T he second course
jointly designed by N ick Faldo and Tony Cashmore opened in 2004.
MURRAY RIVER
Cobram-Barooga Golf Club
G olf Course Road, Barooga NSW 3644
Tel: +61 3 5873 4304 or 5873 4631 Fax: + 61 3 5873 4631
club@ cbgc.com.au
www.cbgc.com.au
D istance from the CBD : 250km, 3 hour drive.
36 Holes, O ld 18 Par 72, 6176m, West 18 Holes, Par 72, 6287m
G reen Fees: $30-$36
N umber O ne rated golf complex on the Murray River with two exceptionally
maintained championship courses.
Coomealla
Kookaburra Drive, D areton N SW 2717 (via M ildura)
Tel: +61 3 5027 4505 or +61 3 5027 4517 Fax: + 61 3 5027 4394
rewards@ coomeallaclub.com.au
www.coomeallaclub.com.au
D istance from C BD : 550km, 1 hour 15 minutesflying time or 5½ hoursdrive.
18 Holes, Par 72, 6250m.
G reen Fees: $17 - $28
Coomealla isregarded asthe premier course in the M urray outback region.The fairwaysare long with abundant wildlife and magnificent gum trees. Play
among kangaroos, wild ducksand other A ustralian fauna.
Murray Downs Golf and Country Club
M oulamein Road, Murray D owns, N SW 3585 (via Swan H ill)
Tel: +61 3 5033 1422 or +61 3 5033 1422 Fax: + 61 3 5033 1423
clubinfo@ murraydownsresort.com.au
www.murraydownsresort.com.au
D istance from C BD : 337km, 4 hour drive.
18 Holes, Par 72, 6197m. Green Fees: $35
Highly acclaimed championship resort style layout. W ell grassed greens, tees
and wide fairways, hilly and flat, well bunkered, lakesand trees.
Rich River Golf Club Resort
24 Lane Street, M oama NSW 2713 (via Echuca)
Tel: +61 3 5481 3333 Fax: + 61 3 5482 5222
rrgc@ richriver.com.au
www.richriver.com.au
D istance from CBD : 250km, 3 hoursdrive.
36 Holes. East: 18 Holes, Par 72, 6131m.
W est: 18 Holes, Par 72, 6183m. Green Fees: $25-35
36 holesof wonderful golf on the banks of the M urray River.
G rassgreens, three tier tees, lakes, bunkers, practice fairway and chipping and
putting greensare featuresof the Rich River Resort. Accommodation available
at Rich River Resort.
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Yarrawonga and Border Golf Club
G ulai Road, Mulwala NSW 2647
Tel: +61 3 5744 1911 or + 61 3 5744 3983 Fax: + 61 3 5744 2556
stayandplay@ yarragolf.com.au
www.yarragolf.com.au
D istance from the CBD : 280km, 3½ hour drive.
45 Holes
Lakes: 18 Holes, Par 72, 5957m
M urray: 18 Holes, Par 72, 6085m
Executive: 9 Holes, Par 33, 2246m
G reen Fees: $25-$43
A popular course with generousundulating fairways, bunkers and lakes
bordered by natural lagoons. There is also accommodation available.
YARRA VALLEY
The Heritage Golf & Country Club
Cnr Hughes& YarraviewsRoad, W onga Park V IC 3115
Tel: + 61 3 9760 3313 Fax: + 61 3 9760 3311
heritage@ hgcc.com.au
www.hgcc.com.au
D istance from C BD : 37km, 50 minute drive
18 Holes, Par 72, 6667m. G reen Fees: O n application
The Heritage G olf and C ountry Club is nestled in rolling hillswithin the Yarra
Valley, a mere 50 minute drive from the city of M elbourne. T he only signaturedesigned Jack N icklauscourse in A ustralia the St Johnscourse opened in
D ecember 2000. A ligned with the style of country clubsfound in A merica and
A sia, the Heritage G olf and Country C lub offersmembersa ‘home away from
home’ with a choice of two championship golf coursescomplemented by a
recreation club and superior clubhouse with a bar and restaurant facilities.
Hotel accommodation on-course isalso available and player accessis available
for hotel guests. A second 18 hole championship golf course, the Henley
opened in D ecember 2006.
GOLF TOURS
If your time islimited, why not take a golf tour and let someone else
do the organising.
Gimme Golf Tours
Tel: + 61 3 9809 1022 Fax: + 61 3 9809 1028
info@ gimmegolf.com.au
www.gimmegolf.com.au
Personalised golf toursfor groupsand individualscombining golf and
recreational activities.
Golf Select
Tel: + 61 3 9563 6776 Fax: + 61 3 9563 5771
info@ golfselect.com.au
www.golfselect.com.au/
A range of individual and group optionsavailable for golferswishing to play on
M elbourne’ssandbelt coursesor the M ornington Peninsula, Bellarine Peninsula
and the Yarra Valley wine region. Escorted or self drive optionsavailable.
Golf Tourism Australia
Tel: + 61 3 9018 9038 Fax: + 61 3 8610 2090
info@ golftourismaustralia.com.au
www.golftourismaustralia.com
Personalised golf toursoffering luxury golf packagesfor golfing enthusiasts.
Packagesincorporate accommodation, meals, transport and golf and can include
visits to local attractionsetc.
Koala Golf Australia
Tel: 1 3 00301686 Fax: + 61 3 9598 8172
kgmelb@ bigpond.net.au
www.koalagolf.com
Flexible golf packages, which givesvisitorsthe choice of accommodation and
golf courses. T hiscompany hasaccessto many private courses. Self drive
touring optionsalso available.
FURTHER INFORMATION
For further information go to visitmelbourne.com/golf
Keep an eye out for the distinctive yellow ‘i’ on a blue background sign to locate
the nearest accredited Visitor Information C entre, which offerscomprehensive
information and advice on travel in Victoria. Upon arrival into M elbourne, make
the Melbourne Visitor C entre at Federation Square, corner of FlindersSt and
Swanston St, your first stop or check out visitmelbourne.com to discover
everything you need to get the best out of your stay.
Tourism Victoria providesthe enclosed information in good faith. N o responsibility can
be accepted for changesthat may subsequently occur or for errorsin information supplied.
Tourism Victoria producesthis fact sheet for information and communication purposes
only. N o claim is made by Tourism Victoria asto the accuracy or authenticity of the
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