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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


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


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



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



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



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.


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


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


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



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



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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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.


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

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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


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


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

content of the fact sheet and Tourism Victoria doesnot accept liability to anyperson

for that content ( or use of such content) provided by this fact sheet or incorporated in

it by reference.

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