Inside Golf Travel May 2017

Issue 43 // MAY 2017

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ISIONS of fine food and dining and quite often golf come to mind when you think of the beautiful Southern Highlands region of NSW.

pines and other native species,” said Rosa.

“Here you have the ability with the Golf Pass to be as flexible with when and where you wish to play, subject, of course, to tee time availability.

Perfectly-placed between Sydney, Canberra and the Illawarra (South Coast) of the state, some of the best ‘stay and play’ venues have come together to offer the area’s first-ever Golf Pass to lure more golfers to this marvellous corner of the world.

An alliance has been struck between Destination Southern Highlands, each of the area’s eight great golf courses and an ever-increasing band of highquality accommodation partners to offer golf alongside of some fantastic historic, cultural and gastronomic attractions.

And let’s not overlook that view from Mount Gibraltar – ‘The Gib’ to locals— overlooking some of this state’s stunning natural beauty – something that has lured people to the NSW Southern Highlands for generations.

Avoiding the rush of weekend golf crowds, the ‘stay and play’ mid-week (Sunday to Friday) packages allow golfers to play 54 holes at any of the eight courses when staying with an accommodation partner property.

The range of accommodation options available include everything from motel suites, boutique bed and breakfast houses and some historic country inns and

“You can use the Golf Pass to play three rounds at the one golf course only or mix it up with combinations of nine or 18 holes at a number of courses during your stay. hotels that combine the ambience and charm of yesteryear with today’s modern conveniences and facilities.

Here’s how it works . . . once an accommodation package with a participating partner has been chosen, guests will receive their ‘Golf Pass’ made up of six coupons – offering nine holes per coupon - that can be redeemed at any of the participating golf courses, subject to availability, so bookings will be essential.

According to Destination Southern Highlands’ manager for Tourism and Events, Steve Rosa, what sets the area apart is the diversity of the experience that greets visiting golfers.

“We have a little bit of a Scottish feel in courses like Mt Broughton, with its distinctive clubhouse architecture, our temperate climate and turf grasses, right through to Moss Vale which has a bit of English parkland about it, with mature

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Southern Highlands ‘Stay and Play’ Accommodation partners include: Berida Hotel (Bowral), Darnell Bed and Breakfast (Mittagong), Dormie House (Moss Vale), Farm Club at Werai, Fitzroy Inn (Mittagong), Gibraltar Hotel (Bowral), Hillside Cottage (Berrima), Kangaroo Valley Golf and Country Resort (Kangaroo Valley), Links House (Bowral), Milton Park Resort (Bowral), Mittagong Motel (Mittagong), Oxley Motel (Bowral), Peppers Craigieburn (Bowral), Peppers Manor House (Sutton Forest), Sebel Apartments (Bowral), Sylvan Glen Guesthouse (Penrose).

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Aussie THE GREAT

GOLF GETAWAY

Anglesea Golf Club

Your complete guide to a great social trip, annual ‘Mates Weekend’ or quiet getaway!

Whether you’re planning a quiet getaway for two, or a massive annual golf weekend for the entire gang, Australia has myriad possibilities for a successful and enjoyable adventure.

This month, we look at the top destinations across this fantastic golfing landscape of ours, evaluate some amazing Aussie courses, and check out some great tour operators. So whether you’re headed North, South East or West, we’ll have you covered!

So let’s jump right in and look at a few of the great courses on offer!

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VICTORIA Anglesea Golf Club The Anglesea Golf Course, situated on the Great Ocean Road, is an undulating 6074m Par-73 layout set in natural bushland. A feature of the course is the number of elevated greens that require plenty of thought when selecting your club. Adding to the mix are 42 “sandbelt style” bunkers sprinkled throughout the course, eucalypt tree-lined fairways, and the ever-present resident population of around 300 Eastern Grey Kangaroos.

These features all combine to produce a stimulating round of golf. The Club has just opened a 6-bay driving range with

hire balls. One Bucket, 40 Balls, $7.00 and two Buckets for $12.00.

The Clubhouse bar and bistro are open for lunch and dinner seven days a week.

Memberships are available for 7-Day, Junior and the 18-25yo categories, and social golfers/green-fee players are welcome every day. Green fees range from $30 (9 holes) to $50 (18 holes).

Junior rates are $15/$25. Club, pull buggy & motorised cart hire available. 18-Hole Mini Golf now open.

For more information: Phone: (03) 5263 1582, Golf Bookings: (03) 5263 1951, email: info@angleseagolfclub.com.au or visit www.angleseagolfclub.com.au

Curlewis Golf Club If you’re seeking a great Aussie getaway, look no further than The Bellarine. A haven for golfers and tourists alike, this spectacular pocket of Victoria was pronounced as one of the Top Ten Best Value Destinations in the world by global travel authority, Lonely Planet in its recently published ‘Best in Travel 2017’.

With a suite of top wineries, restaurants, beaches, activities and farm gates – and of course golf courses – a visit to The Bellarine will confirm what all the fuss is about!

Head straight to Curlewis Golf Club for a great golf fix. This is one club that continues to reaffirm itself as a mustplay course for Green Fee players of all standards. For years, the ‘emerald of The Bellarine’ has been a much revered ‘go to’ course for a top round outside the comfort zone of a home course for visitors and locals alike. Now, with a massive – and ongoing – suite of improvements to both course and Clubhouse, as well as a vibrant ambience exuding the mantra of ‘hip, green, fun”, Curlewis is a mandatory see, do and play.

Not only is Curlewis officially the fastestgrowing club in Australia with new members flocking to join (last count was more than 200 newbies since July 2015!)

2016 saw the club catapulted into the Top 50 Public Access courses in the nation.

The Curlewis course itself is seductive yet deceptively challenging. Watered

Curlewis Golf Club year-round via an onsite, state-of-the-art water reclamation plant, the lush greens and undulating fairways are known to lull players into a false sense of security yet no one should take Curlewis for granted.

This par-72, links-style playground has gained tremendous respect for taking down even the most seasoned of golfers.

Golf Boards – a cool fusion between a golf cart, snowboard and Segway – has been an exciting addition for public access players. Golf Boards are a unique, fun addition to a classic golf round and Curlewis remains one of the first and only golf clubs in Australia to have secured these hip transporters.

Curlewis Golf Club’s popular, highly respected PGA Pro, Steve Brodie and

Pro- Shop team welcomes players of all standards – whether it be holiday makers wanting to fine-tune a particular aspect of their game or locals signing up for one of the many group clinic options which caters for all ages and abilities. Carts and clubs are readily available to hire.

The refurbished clubhouse commands both attention and swelling visitation and not just for golfers. With spectacular vistas spanning the You Yangs, Corio Bay and beyond, it’s vibrant and welcoming - a great place to relax and enjoy the full bar, coffee, snacks, lunch as well as offering top Bistro dining on Friday and Saturday nights. A contemporary menu awaits – one which includes house-made cakes crafted by Head Chef Tara Thyer.

Already a huge hit with members, the array of treats are drawing coffee and cake lovers from near and far.

A round at Curlewis won’t set you back a small fortune either – Midweek you can tee off for 18 at $43, Saturdays $55 and Sundays and Public Holidays $50.

For pensioners and those under 18, substantial discounts apply.

Once you’ve got your golf fix (or fixes) out of the way, enjoy your time exploring and tasting the region at multi-award winning wineries such as Jack Rabbit Vineyard, Leura Park Estate or the retro landmark that is Flying Brick Cider House, all within a few kilometres of Curlewis.

For more information, phone: (03) 5251 1111, or visit www.curlewisgolf.com.au

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St Andrews Beach and Bay Views

St Andrews Beach and Bay Views Both under the guidance of Golf Services Management, St Andrews Beach and Bay Views are ideally situated on Victoria’s renowned Mornington Peninsula.

St Andrews Beach needs little introduction to golfers in Australia, but as the best-ranked public access course on the Australian mainland, it definitely deserves one. St Andrews is a layout that required minimal design intervention from designer Tom Doak, carving itself out naturally from the region’s dramatic sand dunes and rolling hills. Even in winter – there is truly no such thing as a bad day on the course at St Andrews Beach.

Bay Views is quickly gaining a reputation as the Mornington Peninsula’s best kept golf secret, due to its brilliant conditioning yet unbelievable sprawling views high atop the hills of Rosebud out across Port Phillip Bay and the Mornington Peninsula. Enjoy a drink on the deck and marvel at the views whilst reflecting on a golf course with value for money that has to be experience to be believed.

Better still, if you play at either St Andrews Beach or Bay Views up until September, you’ll enjoy Free Carts when you play 18 holes from Monday to Friday.

For more information: www.gsmgolf.com.au

Edgewater Terraces at Metung Enjoy the serenity and spend your next family holiday relaxing at a beautiful Metung accommodation lakeside resort and apartments on the Gippsland Lakes that has it all. Whether for a romantic weekend away or a family trip with space for the kids to play, swim or fish off the private marina, Edgewater Terraces at Metung provides the ideal choice for perfect Gippsland Lakes Accommodation.

The fully-self-contained Edgewater Terraces Metung apartments comprises thirteen stylish, beautifully presented, lakeside, individual terraced houses. At Edgewater Terraces your ideal break is

taken care of for the escape you deserve.

They have a range of terraces to suit all tastes for that weekend getaway for two or a mini-break with family and friends or a golfing long weekend at the local Kings Cove Golf Club.

For more information: (03) 5156 2666, reception@edgewaterterraces.com.au, www.edgewaterterraces.com.au

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Clearwater Noosa

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Your choice of resort and club courses.

• Noosa Springs • Twin Waters • Pelican Waters • Palmer Coolum • Mt Coolum • Noosa Golf Club • Maroochy River • Headland • Caloundra • Peregian Springs Some conditions apply

We offer a one stop shop for your Golf Vacation. No matter what size group, small or large, or your duration of stay we will tailor make your program to suit.

We will organise transfers, rental cars or vans and for larger groups buses.

Just a short iron to some of Noosa’s favourite restaurants and cafés.

Experience top championship play on the Moonah Links Open course during this year’s Mornington Peninsula Golf Classic.

Edgewater Terraces at Metung

Eighth Annual Mornington Peninsula Golf Classic

Ridge and Rosebud Country Club will be in pristine condition to excite the morning and afternoon fields.

Get away to the magnificent Mornington Peninsula – Australia’s #1 golf destination-- and play in the Eighth Annual Mornington Peninsula Golf Classic from 2 – 5 October 2017.

Mornington Peninsula, Australia’s #1 golf destination, is well known for the number of quality golf courses, ranging from coastal links to resort style layouts.

To quote Peter Thomson, golfing legend and internationally renowned golf course architect:

Once again, the Mornington Peninsula will be on show to golfers from across the country as they play in the 72-hole graded individual stableford tournament.

The courses in this year’s Classic will surely challenge and delight all golfers.

The Dunes, Moonah Links (Open), Eagle

“For sheer variety, golf on the Mornington Peninsula is unmatched and for the traditional golfer’s welcome, it is hard to find better.”

Almost 300 golfers, including 100 ladies,

experienced golf on the magnificent Mornington Peninsula when they played in last year’s Classic. So Register Now, to play in this fun, friendly and great value tournament. The Early Bird Entry Fee of $695 includes golf and carts on all 4 days, as well as 4 lunches and a souvenir polo shirt. Daily and overall prizes are included as well as the Welcome and the Presentation Dinners.

Pete H (GA 10.4, who has played in 5 previous Classics) reflects the overall sentiment of this tournament with his recent comment: “The challenge and the environment is why we come to play,

as well as catching up with people from previous years”.

Entries are now open. Register your interest or find out more, by phoning the Marketing Manager, Pamela McDermott on 0439 396 617 or sending an email to info@golfmorningtonpeninsula.com.au.

Don’t miss out on playing in this graded individual stableford tournament for men and women. This is going to be a sell-out tournament, so go to golfmorningtonpeninsula.com.au to register now.

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Sanctuary Cove Golf & Country Club

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old Cabbage Palms, The Palms golf course is a return to the traditions of the game, with distinctive holes, deep greenside bunkers and boldly contoured greens requiring creative shot making.

Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club

Sanctuary Cove is also home to the InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort, a 5-star hotel resort located only minutes from the golf courses. The Village at Sanctuary Cove is also abundant with

The Palms golf course holds an Open Mixed Competition every Saturday for $99pp, with tee times available from 7am.

There are a number of great prizes on offer each week.

The Palms golf course at Sanctuary Cove is open to the public for play 7 days a week and is designed to challenge all levels of play. The course has undergone an $8.8 million reconstruction and was redesigned by renowned golf course architect Ross Watson. The Palms is considered a championship course rivalling some of the best golf courses in Australia.

It has a total length of 5904m off the championship tees, and has numerous water features and hazards. Tee placements have been designed to suit a variety of playing conditions and a diverse range of players. Nestled within century–

Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club also offers an impressive leisure complex with many other facilities aside from golf, including two driving ranges, practice chipping and putting greens, five tennis courts, a state-of-the-art gymnasium with yoga room and a wide range of fitness classes, a 25m heated lap pool, sauna, spa, complete locker room facilities, functions rooms, the new Arnie’s Cafe and Bar and much more.

entertainment, dining and shops to suit all visitors.

For more information: (07) 5699 9000, www.sanctuarycovegolfclub.com.au, info@scgcc.com.au.

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Mount Coolum Golf Club

Mount Coolum Golf Club Just a short drive from the Sunshine Coast Airport at Maroochydore is Mount Coolum Golf Club, which is one of the most picturesque settings to play golf.

Nestled at the foot of spectacular Mt Coolum with the rock providing a breathtaking backdrop on most tees and fairways, Mount Coolum is an extremely friendly and welcoming club.

So it isn’t surprising that more than 60,000 rounds are played here each year.

An added bonus is the layout is relatively flat, which makes it a comfortable walk.

The front and back nine holes are very different in character.

The course consists of six par-5s, six par4s and six par 3s, however, on the back nine there are four par-5s and four-par-3s.

Golfers of all levels will enjoy the challenge along with the beauty and the abundance of natural flora and fauna.

Perhaps the biggest challenge is the water hazards that come into play on 12 holes.

Combine all this with the long, narrow fairways and you have a true test of golf on your hands.

The club’s general manager Sharon Purnell said the condition of the golf course was its best advertisement.

“We have members and visitors constantly commenting on how well the course is playing and how professional and friendly the staff is,” she said.

Ms Purnell said the golf club was located close to various resorts and accommodation houses and was the ideal place to hold a corporate event or trade day.

The club’s facilities include a fullystocked pro shop with motorised carts, retail and hire equipment as well as the latest in men’s and women’s golf fashion.

Club pro Stephen Jenkins is a AAA PGA professional and Level 3 coaching accredited.

The air-conditioned clubhouse has a relaxed and friendly atmosphere with a large deck overlooking the course and spectacular Mount Coolum.

Moss Vale Golf Club is a

Golfer’s Paradise

The Bistro is open for lunch Wednesday to Sunday and the bar facilities and gaming lounge is open seven days a week.

Golfers can relax on the balcony after a game and enjoy lunch with views over Australia’s second largest rock – Mt Coolum.

“It’s all part of one of life’s great golfing experiences.” Ms Purnell said.

The club’s philosophy is to ensure members, guests and visitors receive the highest level of service and experience when attending the club or on the course.

Mount Coolum GC has social play on Monday, Friday and Sunday and offer discounts to social bookings of 10 or more players. The club welcomes visitors and guests to play and enjoy golf in the relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

For more information: Lumeah Drive, Mt Coolum 4573, (07) 5446 3125, www.mtcoolumgolf.com

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Noosa Golf Club Enjoy the beauty of Noosa Golf Club’s 18-hole championship course in a natural bushland setting with an abundance of local wildlife at your side and just 15 minutes drive from famous Hastings Street. Families of kangaroos laze in the sun and koalas can be spotted snoozing in the trees.

The course is said to be very forgiving with 6000+ metres of easy walking and wide fairways. Still the course is no pushover and can be a challenge to golfers of all levels. Over the past 18 months, many course improvements have taken place, with fairways re-grassed, bunkers upgraded and new drainage works – all leading to the course being in great condition.

Visitors are welcomed and encouraged to play in competitions or you can play socially seven days a week. Available times vary depending on the day. For those on holiday, green fee cards are available at reasonable prices.

2 Day Golf School at MoSS Vale Golf club Receive expert tuition in all facets of the game, while staying on course at the beautiful Dormie House.

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Fairways Golf and Beach Retreat Their golf professionals offer lessons from beginners to advanced and can help you with equipment hire. Looking for some retail therapy? You’re sure to find it in the pro shop which is stocked with an extensive range of clothing and equipment.

Dine with mountain and fairway views at Legends Bistro, serving dinner from Tuesday to Friday and open every day for lunch.

Noosa Golf Club celebrates the camaraderie of golf with the best value green fees, membership and hire charges on the Coast.

For more information: Phone (07) 5447 1407, visit www.noosagolf.com.au, or Email admin@noosagolf.com.au.

Destination Bribie Island Experience two of Queensland’s finest sandbelt courses on fabulous Bribie Island.

Only an hour from both Brisbane and the Sunshine coast, cross the bridge to the Island and discover your dream play and stay golfing destination.

Fairways Golf and Beach Retreat is located directly next door and overlooking Bribie Island Golf Club. The mid-rise 50 apartment accommodation caters for all golfers, from small groups and couples through to larger groups. Fairways has everything to make your stay memorable including spacious and comfortable 3.5 star lodgings, fantastic views from the rooftop and BBQ area, heated swimming pool and even their own Putt-Putt golf course. They also have transport options to and from Pacific Harbour course, only 15 minutes away. So relax, focus on your golf and the

Bribie Island Golf Club essential festivities without the worry of driving. Come back from your round and enjoy a BBQ by the pool, on the roof-top or drop in next door to the Golf Club for dinner. A Play & Stay package at Fairways is a memorable life experience you will not soon forget and will leave you for the thirst to do it all again next year.

Bribie Island Golf Club is a highly-rated, members-based golf course located in south-east Queensland. Built on the natural sand dunes of Bribie Island, the course is always presented in top condition.

The 18-hole championship layout (6203m) offers the opportunity to play a sandbelt-style course while enjoying the sub-tropical weather year-round. Each hole is uniquely different at Bribie Island – the fairways and greens thoughtfully framed by trees and bunkers. The native bush-land and sandy lies off the fairways accentuate

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the need to position your golf ball on the well-manicured fairways and greens.

The 18th hole is a great finishing hole, which leads to the clubhouse and outdoor deck. The outdoor area is a popular gathering place for golfers after a round.

Consistently rated in Australia’s top-100 public access golf courses and recently rated in Australia’s top-10 most underrated golf courses, Bribie Island will not disappoint.

The Club is open every day while Café on 18 is open for lunch daily and dinner Tuesdays through Friday nights. Breakfast and Saturdays nights by arrangement, subject to numbers.

If you took up golf largely for the challenge then Pacific Harbour Golf and Country Club belongs at the top of your “must-play” list.

PLAY IN OUR OPEN COMPETITION EVERY SATURDAY FOR $99 PER PERSON INCLUDING SHARED ELECTRIC CART. The Palms golf course at Sanctuary Cove is open to the public for play 7 days a week and is designed to challenge all levels of play. Rated as one of Australia’s finest, the course has been ranked 48th in the 2016 Australian Golf Digest Top 100 Golf Courses. The Palms is considered a championship course rivaling some of the best golf courses in Australia.

It has a total length of 5904 metres off the championship tees, and has numerous water features and hazards. Tee placements have been designed to suit a variety of playing conditions and a diverse range of players.

Nestled within century-old Cabbage Palms, The Palms golf course is a return to the traditions of the game, with distinctive holes, deep greenside bunkers and boldly contoured greens requiring creative shot making.

For bookings visit www.sanctuarycovegolf.com.au

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Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club Gleneagles Drive, Sanctuary Cove Phone 07 5699 9000 www.sanctuarycovegolf.com.au

Pacific Harbour Golf and Country Club The Ross Watson-designed championship golf course is a serious golfer’s dream.

Watson describes the course as “risk and reward”, which works well for championship, resort and club golf. The bunkering at Pacific Harbour is a standout feature. Beach bunkers merge with lake edges with natural grasses, reed and sedges. As well as wetlands, bunkering is the dominant feature, in many cases framed with native grass “eyebrows”. “We have over 70 bunkers so the key to success is you have to be straight off the tee,” said golf operations manager Zac Chipperfield.

“It’s a thinking golfer’s course. You can’t just stand up and hit driver on every hole.

“You have to pick your lines and try to land your golf ball in the right areas of the fairways and greens.”

Most holes have a range of play options.

The short holes (par-3s) are exceptional

with the 17th having the longest bunker in the Southern Hemisphere. “From the back tees the hole is 205 metres and the bunker on the right is 190 metres long,” Chipperfield said. Water is at every turn with reflective lakes, the ocean in the background and even the clubhouse is “floating” over a lake and aquatic driving range.

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Clearwater Noosa Resort

Before or after a round golfers can enjoy casual dining at The Deck Bistro, which is open Monday – Thursday 9am-6pm, Friday 9am- late and Sunday’s 7am-6pm.

Clearwater Noosa Resort offers a one-stop shop for your golf vacation.

Regardless of the size of your group, length of your stay or any other specific needs, they offer tailored packages to suit your group. They will even organise transfers, rental cars, vans or even buses for the larger groups. Just let them know your numbers and they will recommend the appropriate method of transport.

For more information: Fairways Golf and Beach Retreat call (07) 3400 2100 or www.fairwaysretreat.com.au.

Bribie Island Golf Club: Call (07) 3408 1457 or visit www.bribiegolf.com.au.

Pacific Harbour Golf and Country Club phone the Proshop on (07) 3410 4011 or visit www.pacificharbourgolf.com.au

Clearwater Noosa Resort offers a great location just metres from the famous Noosa River with its landscaped foreshore and picturesque shady picnic spots.

A short walk from the Resort offers a multitude of restaurants, bars and cafes to socialise with your fellow golfers and friends.

Packages are generally made up of 7 nights’ accommodation with 5 rounds of golf on a selection of the Sunshine Coast’s best Resort and Club Golf courses, including Noosa Springs, Twin Waters, Pelican Waters, Peregian Springs, Palmer Coolum, Noosa Golf Club, Mt Coolum GC, Maroochy River GC, Headland GC and Caloundra GC. They can make up any number of combinations from the courses they use, and can adjust the packages to suit.

The prices are based on any size groups, and they can arrange further discounts and/or some add-ons for groups larger than 12 people.

For more information: (07) 5449 9333, www.clearwaternoosa.com.au, info@clearwaternoosa.com.au.

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Paradise Palms

Paradise Palms Paradise Palms is Far North Queensland’s premier golfing facility and destination.

Located at Kewarra Beach, just 15 minutes from the Cairns CBD and Airport, Paradise Palms is an 18-hole championship golf course which hosts one of Australia’s richest Pro Am events each June attracting up-and-coming PGA Professionals as well as Legends Tour players.

The course sits at the base of the Daintree escarpment with magnificent views of the rainforest from the golf course and the ocean from the first floor balconies.

In the 90’s Paradise Palms hosted the prestigious Skins Game with Greg Norman, Curtis Strange, Bernhard Langer and Isao Aoki.

Two years later it was home to the Daikyo Cup on the Japan and Australasian Tours and Ladies Daikyo Cup on the LPGA Tour.

The majestic Queenslander style clubhouse sits overlooking the 9th and 18th greens with an open air bar area that overlooks a water feature and the golf course in the distance.

The golf course has multiple tee options for golfers of all levels and is enjoyed by everyone that plays it from the youngest junior to the senior golfer.

Open to the public seven days per week, Paradise Palms offers green fee specials on their website by direct booking or if you require accommodation and golf, a stayand-play package can be tailored to the need of each and every golfer.

Their PGA Professionals are on hand to assist you in the golf shop and with PING or Titleist club fitting as well as an array of golf apparel and accessories to purchase as a memento of your visit to Paradise Palms.

A fleet of 80 Club Car Visage GPS golf carts provide the golfer with the latest in golf technology, plus new Titleist Hire Sets

are available to hire from the golf shop.

Paradise Palms also boasts a resort located just 200m from the clubhouse with 84 resort style rooms or self contained apartments. There are two swimming pools as well as a mini golf course that winds its way through a tropical setting.

For further information, contact the golf team on (07) 4059 9999.

Peregian Golf Course If you’ve been yearning to escape the wintery hustle and bustle this year you needn’t look any further than the newlyreopened Peregian Golf Course & Driving Range. Now under new management and a fresh approach, Peregian ticks all the boxes in a mecca for vacationing golfers – Queensland’s Sunshine Coast.

At Peregian, majestic winter mornings roll freely into balmy tropical afternoons, providing the ideal canvas for a Sunshine Coast golf holiday to remember.

For the avid purist, the golf course acts as a true test due to its tight but freeflowing design which is the handiwork of Phil Scott – the father of Australian Pro Adam Scott. Sublime conditioning, eucalypt tree-lined fairways and a serene parkland style ambience pave the way for a round of golf that is complimentary of the golf holiday mindset.

But of course, a golf holiday isn’t just about the golf, so Peregian now also boasts a brand-new Sports Bar which opens out onto the putting green and 18hole layout – an ideal way to enjoy a cold drink and soak up the Sunshine Coast sun following your round.

Peregian can cater for a travel group of size given the brand new-fleet of golf carts, premium tee times available and fully-accommodating staff who are on hand to ensure that your visit to Peregian certainly won’t be the last.

For more information: www.peregiangolf.com.au

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Calderwood Valley Golf Course

NEW SOUTH WALES Calderwood Valley Golf Course Nestled within the picturesque Illawarra Escarpment, Calderwood Valley Golf Course is the ultimate social golfer’s course. A high-quality public layout with stunning scenery welcomes social players 7 days a week.

Set in a quiet rural location 20 minutes south of Wollongong, Calderwood offers a relaxed, friendly and welcoming atmosphere.

The course is always immaculately presented, featuring well-contoured fairways and true greens. The inclusion of recent course upgrades allows for a layout that caters to all levels of golfers.

The only distractions whilst playing Calderwood are the views of native fauna, the abundance of wildlife and crystal clear creeks winding throughout the course.

Calderwood offers some of the best value golf deals available: $16 greens fees all day every Tuesday, $28pp with a shared cart every Wednesday, Twilight Golf every day from 2pm and senior weekday discounts.

Without competitions, Social Clubs are catered for 7 days a week. Midweek discounts for groups of 12 or more players. A fleet of 30 carts is available, bookings are recommended.

Calderwood is known as the friendliest course on the South Coast. You will always receive a warm welcome and helpful service from the wonderful team.

Group bookings are available in advance until 2025.

For more information: Calderwood Valley Golf Course, phone (02) 4256 3055, email admin@calderwoodgolf.com.au or visit www.calderwoodgolf.com.au.

Duntryleague Historic Duntryleague mansion and championship golf course is one of regional Australia’s premier golf courses.

The par-70, championship 18-hole golf course stretches 6006m with lush South African couch, bent grass greens and a thoughtful, strategic layout requiring accuracy off the tee.

Professional John Furze (PGA, GSED) and his team can organise your tee booking and any possible extras in the fully-equipped golf shop.

Overlooking the prestigious course and situated in the botanical gardens is the historic Duntryleague mansion. Built in 1876, it is regarded by many as the most elegant landmark in the Orange District, offering 14 guestrooms, all with ensuites and free Wi-Fi. There are also two fully self-contained units comprising three bedrooms, lounge and dining rooms and kitchens. The clubhouse adjoining

the mansion offers a fully-licensed bar, café and restaurant dining, with a wide selection of delicious meals to suit all tastes. It is open for lunch 7 days a week and dinner from Tuesday to Saturday nights.

Duntryleague offer many play and stay packages starting from $263, including twin share accommodation in the Duntryleague mansion, green fees, shared golf cart and full breakfast.

Duntryleague is also centrally located with only a short walk through tree lined streets taking in the stunning architecture – particularly impressive examples of the Victorian, Edwardian and Federation period to the historic town centre which provides a wonderful range of shopping, cool café culture, trendy bars or relaxed beer gardens and fine dining restaurants – the choice is yours.

For more information: www.Duntryleague.com.au

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Moss Vale Golf Course (Dormie House)

Moss Vale GC (Dormie House) Moss Vale golf course is regarded as one of the prettiest and challenging courses in country NSW, and while you’re only 90 minutes’ drive from the Sydney CBD, you’ll feel like you’re a world away in the relaxed and peaceful Southern Highlands. The golf club was founded in 1902 and designed in its current location and layout by Carnegie Clark.

The 18-Hole Championship Golf Course is a par-71, 5805m (Men’s tees), and Par -73, 5300m (Women’s tees). A number of twists and turns, creek crossings and deceptive greens make the course a true test. The creek which runs through the course has to be crossed 12 times during the round. From the clubhouse, the Moss Vale layout appears hilly, but after the opening five holes, it levels out and heads into the quiet countryside.

Moss Vale GC has revamped its fulllength driving range which is open to members and guests for lessons or a quick practice before tackling the course.

Social groups and golfers are always welcome at Moss Vale GC. Aside from the excellent range of play and stay packages, Social golfers can play 18 holes for $35 ($30 for Dormie House guests) and $21 for 9 holes ($18 for Dormie guests).

The perfect place for a weekend away with friends, Dormie House provides a comfortable and welcoming environment.

Established in the early 1930s, Dormie House retains its period charm while providing all the amenities of a quality golf resort. The intimate atmosphere and personal service make Dormie House the perfect retreat for couples and groups.

For more information: www.mossvalegolfclub.com.au, or email proshop@mossvalegolfclub.com.au. For Play & Stay packages on offer, call Dormie House direct on (02) 4868 1800, www.dormiehouse.com.au

Moruya Golf Club

Moruya Golf Club Moruya Golf Club is a must for any travelling golfer or golf group planning on visiting the South Coast of NSW. Rated among Australia’s top 100 public access courses with Green Fees under $50, Moruya offers a top quality course, and great value for money. Visiting golfers are welcome to play in competition or social rounds with cart and club hire available from the fully-stocked pro shop.

Moruya Golf Club can also arrange group packages inclusive of golf and accommodation for those requiring assistance with planning their South Coast golfing experience. The Club itself not only caters for golfers but also boasts great food from the Club restaurant, fantastic function facilities as well as a fully-stocked bar with facilities for TAB, Keno and gaming.

For more information, visit www.moruyagolfclub.com.au, or phone the Club on (02) 4474 2300 or email admin@moruyagolfclub.com.au

South West Rocks Country Club One hour south of Coffs Harbour, The South West Rocks Country Club boasts a picturesque 18-hole golf course worthy of any player, no matter the skill level.

Nestled amongst the National Forests and beautiful beaches of the idyllic seaside getaway, it’s a beautiful course to play.

A well-designed and interesting layout, the course winds its way around tree-lined fairways with the occasional kangaroo to be seen. Most holes are straightforward with a few bent for the tricky shots. As such, accuracy off the tee is required as the tree lines are very dense, making an escape to the green very difficult.

The course is of moderate length; however there will be some wedges into greens if you are accurate off the tee. There is also a good variety of holes on offer for example, the 15th (Fred’s Hole) a 383m par 4 with a water carry for your second or third depending on your drive.

The greens are in fantastic shape all year round and the fairways are immaculate.

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South West Rocks Country Club The course also plays host to a Pro-Am Tournament, among others, in May of each year.

With the clubhouse located adjacent to the course, it’s the perfect venue to relax after your round for a bite to eat and a cool drink. It boasts full TAB and Keno facilities as well as an Asian Style buffet, Café, Seasons Restaurant and great bar and lounge to relax and wind down in after a hit.

With a great choice of accommodation options to choose from to suit any budget (hint: check out the Rockpool Motel or Sunshine Big 4), your social golfing group will be well catered for. The club Cater for small through large social groups and organise ‘off golf days’ activities including fishing on a Charter Boat, diving, barefoot bowls or casual BBQs. Green fees are just $30.

For more information: Phone (02) 6566 6252 or visit www.rockscountryclub.com.au

Nelson Bay Golf Club Nelson Bay Golf Club is situated just 2.5hrs north of Sydney (50 minutes north of Newcastle). It offers 27 holes of scenic wonder with undulating hills, long challenging tree-lined fairways and unsuspecting greens. Located right next door to the Tomaree National Park ensures you have an audience of kangaroos, wallabies, koalas, a variety of birds and the occasional goanna.

Picturesque Port Stephens is the perfect getaway for singles, couples, social groups and families with whale/dolphin watch cruises, 4WD tours, sand-boarding, boutique shopping, pristine beaches, scenic walks and golf courses. Nelson Bay Golf Club is one minute from the CBD of Nelson Bay and Marina and is the only one in the area to be walking distance to everything you need.

4 Star Accommodation (The Landmark Resort and Mantra Aqua) is located right

Nelson Bay Golf Club next door, providing 1 – 3 bedroom apartments, pools, tennis courts and giving you the opportunity to park your car and leave it for the time that you’re there.

After a devastating fire in September 2015 the Nelson Bay Golf Club has undertaken a $10 million project of rebuilding its Clubhouse and function centre. Once this opens in July 2017 it will be bigger and better than ever. The new club has a fully stocked pro-shop underneath, with easy golf cart access and pathways. The club itself is an open plan design, sports bar/full gaming facilities, café/lounge, Bluewater Grill Restaurant, kids area and a function room that can seat up to 200 people with its own dedicated bar and balcony. All areas have breathtaking views over the course and out to the headlands.

Bluewater Grill Restaurant serves superb Modern Australian cuisine and is

currently open for lunch daily and dinners on weekends. Once the new Club is open the restaurant will open for breakfast on weekends, cater for corporate day functions, conference groups, private functions and weddings.

Nelson Bay Golf Club has a full calendar of events to create that excuse for a getaway: Ryan Palmer Water Wonderland – 10th & 11th June (coincides with the Port Stephens Country Music Festival); Port Stephens Accommodation Golf Classic – 14th – 18th August (Playing Nelson Bay Golf Course, Horizons and Pacific Dunes); Official NBGC Opening Weekend – 26th & 27th August; Port Stephens Accommodation Ladies Classic – 11th – 14th September; Social Clubs Challenge – 27th – 29th October.

For more information: (02) 4981 1132. www.nelsonbaygolf.com, or email reception@nelsonbaygolf.com.au

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Ballina Golf & Sports Club

Ballina Golf & Sports Club Situated on the Far North Coast of NSW, less than an hour’s drive from the Gold Coast is the stunning Ballina Golf Course.

Known for its award-winning gardens, which are a visual delight for members and visitors alike, the layout is the “Garden Course” of the Northern Rivers.

The popular Ballina destination is an easy-walking, tree-lined course with lush fairways complemented with true and

consistent greens that are a pleasure to putt on.

The area is fortunate to experience cooling ocean breezes in summer that definitely enhance your golfing experience.

Heavily steeped in tradition, the club proudly celebrated its centenary in 2008.

The Ballina Golf Club has hosted many outstanding champions including Greg Norman, Rodger Davis, Wayne Grady and Peter Senior just to name a few.

The recently renovated modern and air-conditioned clubhouse provides all the usual conveniences for members and visitors including full bar facilities, Keno, a well-appointed gaming lounge and quality Chinese and contemporary meals in the Asian Green Restaurant. Kiosk facilities are also available.

Access to Ballina has never been easier with regular flights for interstate and Sydney travellers. And it’s only a short drive from the Gold Coast and Brisbane.

Whether it’s for the day, a weekend or even longer, a visit will not disappoint.

The Ballina Golf and Sports Club provides an immaculate golf course that presents an enjoyable challenge for all levels of players. The course has been a hidden gem for far too long.

For more information: (02) 6866 2766, www.ballinagolfclub.com.au, admin@ballinagolfclub.com.au

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MURRAY RIVER REGION Golf on the Murray Australia’s most significant river has inspired a recreational haven that seamlessly combines natural beauty and world-class golfing facilities, attracting professional and leisure players from across the globe.

The Murray River stretches almost three thousand kilometres between Victoria and New South Wales, from the Snowy Mountains to where it meets the sea at Encounter Bay. Dotted along the river, golf courses have been designed by some of the world’s legends and as a result offer a variety of challenges and experiences for golfers to savour.

Golf courses near Swan Hill offer scenic greens and fairways, highlighted by the premier championship golf course at the Murray Downs Resort. Large greens are undulating, fast and complemented by perfectly-manicured and groomed fairways.

Further along in bustling Echuca-Moama you’ll find golf can be conveniently mixed with sightseeing. It was once the hub of Australia’s riverboat trade and paddlesteamers still grace the might waters. Nearby is the well-regarded Rich River Golf Club Resort with its two awardwinning 18 hole championship golf courses. The West Course has traditional

Black Bull Golf Course tree lined fairways with small tricky greens.

The East Course, re-designed by Peter Thomson, has large greens, wide fairways and Thomson’s signature bunkers.

Nestled on the riverbank is the impressive Tocumwal Golf Club with its Captains Course offering quick greens and gently undulating fairways, and the heavily-treed Presidents Course.

Yarrawonga Mulwala Golf Club Resort is Australia’s largest public access golfing complex with 45 holes. The Murray Course meanders through towering river gums and sandy river flats where numerous lakes and lagoons demand precision and the 56 bunker Lake Course requires pure skill.

In neighbouring Cobram-Barooga there are two championship courses waiting to be experienced at the Cobram Barooga Golf Club. The 18-hole Old Course features a clever design with narrow, tree-lined

fairways sure to put any golfer to the test and the West Course has far wider fairways and larger greens with many more slopes.

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Midway between Sydney and Melbourne, Albury-Wodonga is an important gateway to great golfing. An impressive clubhouse makes the 18-hole Commercial Golf Resort in Albury a must visit for the golfing enthusiast. Along the Murray River you will never be far from a golf club waiting for you to rise to the challenge.

The Black Bull Golf Course is located in the heart of the Silverwoods Golf & Lifestyle Development in Yarrawonga.

Black Bull is a purpose-built Thomson Perrett Championship Course on the banks of Lake Mulwala and caters for all golfing abilities. The large rolling Grand Prix couch fairways are only bettered by the first class G2 bent greens and natural surrounds that you will experience when playing at the Black Bull.

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Black Bull also has its own amen corner known as the “Bull Ring”. The first of the Bull Ring is Hole number 4, a 180m par-3 across water surrounded by bunkers both left and right. Hole 5 is a short par-4 with water all the way down the right side, with a fairway that sits on an angle ready to kick your ball towards the waiting landscape. Once you get past the tee shot, a difficult shot to a two-tiered green

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Yarrawonga Mulwala Golf Club Resort awaits. Finally, Hole 6 is rated number one on the card for a reason as this 400m par-4 has water down the right side and a narrow passage to feed the drive past to avoid the 4 fairway bunkers waiting to trap the ball. Once you negotiate the tee shot a long approach into another two-tiered green wrapped by water awaits. Hole 6 faces due West and you will more than likely be into a head wind, good luck!

Overseeing the “Bull Ring” is a life-sized bull known affectionately as “Charlie” who loves to take a selfie with the travelling golfer.

Black Bull’s reputation continues to grow with the well-known Accor’s Sebel luxury international hotel and serviced apartments joining forces with Silverwoods. The hotel will be sitting in a prime location within Silverwoods on the edge of Lake Mulwala known as The Point and will boast some of the best accommodation and food to be found along the river. The hotel will include a 300-seat conference facility, bar, bistro, gym, pool and other health amenities

within the resort when due for proposed completion in 2018. Word is quickly spreading around town and to the wider regions that once the hotel is built, it will provide numerous opportunities for personal and commercial use – like holidays, mini-breaks, functions, conferences, events and a wonderful place to stay when playing golf at Black Bull. All of this making Silverwoods Golf and Lifestyle Resort – including their magical Black Bull golf course a true destination place to either live or visit.

Spokesperson and ambassador for Black Bull and the Silverwoods development Mr Billy Brownless has said “I have not found a better place in Victoria to enjoy worldclass golf, water sports and lifestyle than Yarrawonga.”

So next time you are travelling along the Murray River be sure to add the Black Bull to the list as in a short time it has stamped itself as a must play when heading to Yarrawonga.

For more information: www.blackbullgc.com.au

Yarrawonga Mulwala Golf Club Resort Nestled alongside the picturesque Murray River, an hour from Cobram Barooga, Yarrawonga Mulwala Golf Club Resort ticks all the boxes for modern, comfortable golf resort destinations.

The largest public access golf resort in the country, the resort features 45 holes– two 18-hole courses, the Lake and the Murray, and a short nine-hole Executive course—all set amongst beautiful natural landscape overlooking the Murray River and Lake Mulwala. While the Murray course is one of the better known layouts at the facility, all three courses offer something special to the keen golfer, and like other courses/ resorts in the area, the entire facility features a welcoming and warm atmosphere. Inside Golf have played a number of rounds here, and we have never been disappointed.

Before your round, take advantage of the state-of-the-art practice facilities with driving range, hitting nets, putting greens

and chipping area with bunker. There is also a pro shop open from dawn to dusk with competitively priced products and services.

Choose from nine different styles of accommodation overlooking the golf course or native bushland with something to suit all budgets and needs, from basic cabins to luxurious apartments and villas, each with cooking facilities, private bathrooms and a car parking space. All accommodation is self-contained, family-friendly and is only a short stroll from the clubhouse and pro shop. Long or short stay guests can explore the spectacular surrounds, tempt their tastebuds with quality dining, workout in the gym, have a hit of tennis, take a dip in the solar-heated pool or simply relax in a brand-new plush 60-seat movie theatre showing the latest releases.

For more information: Yarrawonga Mulwala Golf Club Resort. Golf Club Rd, Mulwala NSW. Phone: (03) 5744 1911.

Website: www.yarragolf.com.au

Moruya Golf Club is a must for any travelling golfer or golf group planning on visiting the South Coast of NSW. Visiting golfers are welcome to play in competition or social rounds with cart and club hire available from our fully stocked pro shop. Moruya Golf Club will also detail group packages inclusive golf and accommodation for those requiring assistance with planning their South Coast golfing experience.

The Club itself not only caters for golfers but also boasts great food from our Club restaurant, fantastic function facilities as well as a fully stocked bar inclusive facilities for TAB, Keno and Gaming.

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Rich River Golf Club Rich River Golf Club is a mainstay for the Inside Golf team whenever we travel the Murray. The facility features two very impressive 18-hole championship courses, the East and the West. They’ve been developed over the years to become one of regional Australia’s premier golfing venues, where golfers love the rolling fairways, carefully tended greens and towering eucalyptus.

The West Course has traditional treelined fairways with tricky, small greens that take the serious player on a thoughtprovoking and challenging 6,183m journey. The East Course, which had a major transformation after a redesign by Peter Thomson in 1998, features large greens, wide fairways and those famous Thomson bunkers which really keep you thinking about your strokes. Course length is 6,131m.

Tee times are available seven days a week, with services including golf carts, pro shop, equipment hire and a beverage cart for a quick refresher.

The 12th on the West is one of the most difficult holes on the course. A strong dogleg-right, it’s critical to hit the fairway in just the right spot (hint: Fairway metal or iron off the tee is often a good bet). Your second shot requires a good solid strike over Howard’s Lake to reach the green, which is gently sloped from front to back.

A par on this hole is always a good score.

Thurgoona Country Club Resort The 18th on the East course is a monster at 532m. Be sure to avoid the fairway bunker on the left from the tee, as well as the fairway bunkers on your second shot (80 meters short of the green). With water down the left of the fairway, and a green surrounded by bunkers, it’s a very challenging hole.

James Maiden Bistro is locally famous for the magnificent views of the golf course, and for the mouth-watering choices on the lunch and dinner menu. Premium Australian and New Zealand wines and local and imported beer feature too.

You can also drop into the bistro for a continental or cooked breakfast, or for a quick snack from midday. Then there’s the Coffee Shop, where you can settle down on the terrace with an expertly-brewed espresso coffee and a sweet treat that’s been freshly prepared by the in-house pastry chef.

The Clubhouse has recently undergone some extensive renovations with stage one completed and stage two due to commence this year. This fresh and modern transformation is a must-see for those who have not visited Rich River in a while!

pools, a spa, gym equipment, three bowling greens, three croquet courses and nine tennis courts.

The deluxe accommodation has been attractively refurbished, with privacy and seclusion ensuring your own space to relax after golf. There’s a great choice of rooms too, for couples, families and small groups. 40 spacious and airy standard suites have a king split bed in the bedroom and single bed in the lounge room. The 22 deluxe rooms are rated 4-star, and feature a queen bed.

If you’re travelling with a small group, a large and fully self- contained apartment can accommodate up to 7 people with 3 bedrooms, a welcoming lounge/dining area, 2 bathrooms and 3 toilets. There are so many leisure options here: two outdoor

Thurgoona Country Club Resort

For more information: (03) 5481 3333, www.richriver.com.au, golfpackages@richriver.com.au

Thurgoona Country Club Resort offers golfers a mature Championship golf course located only ten minutes from Albury NSW, an easy three-hour drive from Melbourne or a brief 60-minute flight from Sydney. Designed by Peter Thomson and Mike Wolveridge, Thurgoona presents a fair but challenging layout to golfers of all abilities.

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signature holes, notably the par-3 5th, featuring a daunting carry over a lake, which follows the hole all the way to the green where bunkers guard the left side of the narrow target.

The course fairways are superbly tended and groomed, while the bent greens are generally large, undulating and very fast with thoughtful tee positions and pin placements. The layout is easy-walking, but small hills, bumps and rolls break the landscape.

Murray Downs Golf and Country Club experienced golfer think twice. The 18-hole championship course plays to 6372m, par 72, for the men and 5480m, par 74, for the ladies. Thurgoona is a semi-private facility offering great membership packages as well as premium tee times for stay and play groups and lots of social golf availability for visitors. Regular competitions are held on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays with several special events throughout the year. Notable highlights include the Schweppes Classic Week of Golf held in October, the Murray Classic event in May and the Murray Masters event in December. In addition, November 2017 marks the first year of a three-year commitment by Thurgoona Country Club Resort to host the NSW Senior’s Open.

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the on-course accommodation borders the 18th fairway and features 26 rooms on two stories or a 3-bedroom apartment for those looking for a bit more space to unwind. The motel offers a swimming pool, hot tub, sauna, and conference facilities. The full-service club has a gym, bistro, TAB and several televisions to take in the game(s). For non-golfers, the close proximity to Albury and its great selection of shops, cafes and restaurants ensures there is something for everyone on your next visit to Thurgoona Country Club Resort.

For more information: Thurgoona Country Club Resort. Phone: (02) 6043 1411, Pro Shop: (02) 6043 1902. Stay and Play: stayandplay@thurgoonaresort.com.au, www.thurgoonaresort.com.au

Murray Downs Golf and Country Club Murray Downs Golf and Country Club is golf at its absolute best. Widely acclaimed by golfers as the Murray River’s finest course, Murray Downs is also ranked the region’s Number 1 by leading golf and travel publications. In Victoria, it has won the Victorian PGA course of the Year.

Nationally it’s in the Top 50 courses in Australia and it’s consistently voted one of the country’s best resort courses. It also happens to be a favourite of the Inside Golf team.

The 6197m course is in striking contrast to the spectacular surrounding Mallee plains. It is both beautiful and challenging, with a dramatic backdrop of river gums, artfully formed lakes and some very tricky

Tee times are available seven days a week, with services including golf carts, pro shop, equipment hire and a beverage cart for that welcome break.

Following your round, the balcony room features panoramic views of the course with floor to ceiling windows. The café is the best spot for a quick energy top-up any time of the day, while Fairways Bistro is food central at Murray Downs. The bistro offers a magnificent country-style lunch and an extensive dinner menu with specials changing regularly. The Club is also host to three magnificent floodlit bowls rinks, supervised Junior lounge and adventure Playground (3 to 7 years), while the teen lounge gives older kids a place to play pool, Wii, Xbox, PlayStation and more.

Murray Downs’ on-course resort includes 50 individually air-conditioned and wellappointed family rooms and 2-bedroom units. If you love the independence and

space of self-contained apartments, Murray Downs Resort is the perfect place for you, with its deluxe and super deluxe apartments, featuring fully-equipped kitchenettes with a continental or country style cooked breakfast which can be delivered to all rooms each morning.

The resort also offers a huge heated tropical pool, toddlers swimming pool, running track, spa, plus superbly maintained grass court tennis for nongolfers.

For more information: (03) 5033 1422, www.murraydownsgolf.com.au, www.facebook.com/ murraydownsgolfclub

Murray River Paddlesteamers Enjoy great food and wine plus a unique Australian experience aboard Paddlesteamer Emmylou whilst playing 36 holes of golf over two days at one of the Murray River’s best golfing resorts, Rich River Golf Club Resort.

Perfect for small groups with a maximum of 18 passengers onboard you will enjoy great local wines and food all prepared fresh onboard by your chef whilst playing 36 holes over two days. Non-golfers are also catered for with their own itinerary of excursions which include a Kingfisher wetlands cruise and winery visits whilst the other half is playing golf, so everyone has a great experience. Whether you’re a

PS Emmylou Golf Experience single golfer, couple or small group, from the moment you are welcomed onboard by the friendly crew to the moment you disembark you will have memories and friendships to last a lifetime.

Nowhere else in the world can you cruise aboard a steam-driven paddlesteamer whilst also playing golf during the day. This all-inclusive magnificent Australian experience cruises along the Murray River from Echuca and covers all golfing, shared carts, transfers,

Half Price Green Fees!

club storage, meals including breakfast, morning and afternoon teas, lunches and three-course dinners at Redgums Restaurant aboard PS Emmylou. You will love relaxing around the riverside campfire after dinner talking birdies and bogies. Don’t miss this opportunity to combine a historical river cruise with some fantastic Murray River Golf.

board a traditional paddlesteamer. Smell the warm oil of the engine, feel the heat as the engineer stokes the boiler with redgum logs, climb up to the wheelhouse to chat to the skipper, or just sit and gaze at the changing reflections in the water and let nostalgic hooting of the whistle conjure up the leisurely pace of bygone days.

PS Emmylou is driven by a completely restored 1906 steam engine, allowing you to experience the simple joy of being on

Emmylou has a fully-stocked bar with top local and Australian wines, plus a range of alternatives to complement

JUNE - AUG 2017 INCLUSIONS

1 x night accommodation 1 x day unlimited golf 1 x $20 club vouchers 1 x $20 breakfast voucher

PRICES

Available June - August 2017 only

Single - $165pp Double - $125pp Triple - $115pp

Rich River Golf Club Resort

03 5481 3333

RICH RIVER GOLF CLUB RESORT TWENTY FOUR LANE, MOAMA NSW

www.richriver.com.au

Subject to availability availability. Conditions may apply apply.

Prices subject to change without notice.

Custom packages also available upon request.

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El Sierra Motel your meal. 18 guests are comfortably accommodated in twin-share cabins with all linen and towels provided, featuring traditional riverboat style cuddle bunks except for one double bed cabin. Groups of 10 or more can enjoy a 10% discount or take the whole boat with a minimum of 16 for 15% discount.

Want to get there faster? Why not fly with Kirkhope Aviation out of Moorabbin Airport and enjoy lunch at the famous Brown Brothers Winery, Milawa along the way. Just add $750pp for return flights.

Minimum 5 people.

Prices start at $695pp. Book your cabin now to avoid disappointment as cabins are filling fast for their Spring & Summer cruises. Two night departures: September 13th, October 18th, November 15th.

For more information email craig. burgess@mrps.com.au or call (03) 5482 5244. For full itinerary and brochure visit www. murrayriverpaddlesteamers.com.au

El Sierra Motel

For those who haven’t visited Cobram Barooga Golf Course for a while, now is the time to come! Both courses are in the best condition they have ever been in, and with both clubs being fully renovated it really is the best place to visit along the Murray.

Michael and Kristen from Murray River Golf Resorts- El Sierra Motel in Barooga can’t speaking highly enough. “ Feedback about the course has been so encouraging, we keep hearing over and over again how fantastic the courses are, especially from groups who have been returning year after year and can see the huge improvements being made. It’s great for the golfers and for us, too, because with everyone echoing the same statement it’s bound to bring people back to play again.”

The best place to stay is still the El Sierra Motel and this winter they have slashed their already low-priced golf package and are offering a two-day/two-night deal midweek for just $149.50 per person, twin share. This includes two rounds

Golf and Gourmet of golf at Cobram Barooga, two nights’ accommodation, continental breakfast as well as a meal voucher to use at either of the two clubs in Barooga.

For more information: Free Call 1800 631 082.

Golf & Gourmet The Murray River Golf Courses have always had an attraction to golfers Australia wide, with very good reason.

The courses are great and affordable, the attractions such as wineries, cuisine, access and the river all add to the experience of golfing along the Murray.

Innovative tour operator Golf & Gourmet has added a further benefit to golfing along the Murray: spend a week cruising along the river on a luxury houseboat. Not your normal run-of-the mill houseboat, but one with 6 ensuite cabins fitted with air conditioning, flat screen televisions and night screens. The vessels also feature a 10-person spa, al fresco dining area and BBQs on the upper

Nestled amongst beautiful forests and idyllic beaches is the beautiful South West Rocks CC, just one hour south of Coffs Harbour on NSW North Coast.

Sensational getaway - spend a day or a week in perfect weather all year round.

For great package deals that can even include, welcome BBQ, barefoot bowls and/or a half day fishing charter, contact Events Manager Emma at emma@rockscountryclub.com.au or call the Club.

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deck, great lounge area forward on the lower deck and storage for golf clubs.

The river provides an ever changing spectacle of wildlife, riverscapes, history, other vessels on the river and just knowing you are travelling on one of the great waterways that were essential to the settlement of Australia.

Mooring alongside a golf course with just a 9-iron to the pro shop, or an overnight moored along the riverbank sharing dinner and a glass of wine watching the sun set with just nature as the backdrop.

Golf courses include Coomealla, Mildura and Riverside, explore the historic town of Wentworth and enjoy a cruise along the Darling River capped off by a last night dinner in Mildura make the Murray River Magic a special golf tour which departs from and returns to Mildura.

For more information: Golf & Gourmet, 12 Budgeree Street, Tea Gardens NSW 2324. Phone: 0414 799 722., Email: fred@golfgourmet.com.au, www.golfgourmet.com.au

WESTERN AUSTRALIA Kalgoorlie Golf Course When you book your golf trip to Perth, make sure you factor in Kalgoorlie Golf Course because the sublime GrahamMarsh-designed layout is one you’ll definitely want to tick off your bucket list.

The first thing you notice about this layout of wild beauty is the magnificent colours – red, green and blue.

The red dirt butts up against the green manicured fairways with the blue sky as the backdrop.

Variety and fine conditioning define this work of art.

From the tee boxes, the course looks intimidating but it has numerous tee positions and is considerably more forgiving than many others you’ll play in your travels.

From the tips, the course stretches to 6768m, but off the shorter public tees it’s 835 metres shorter.

Full-grown trees on this desert-style course are as rare as freeway civility, but the first 14 holes boast a variety of trees, though they rarely come into play.

On the final four holes, the course is virtually treeless though the fairways dip and rise somewhat.

Club professional Paul Breuker said Kalgoorlie prided itself on its greens, which clock in at between 9 and 11 on the Stimpmeter.

Kalgoorlie Golf Course “Graham Marsh has designed big, flowing greens which allow five or six pin positions.”

Many greens are tiered with the par-5 ninth a lengthy, three-tier roller-coaster.

An approach shot here could be anything from a wedge to a seven-iron depending on the pin position.

to soften after five years of maturity.

“It’s a typical Marsh design in that if you hit the ball long the fairways narrow, but the average distance off the tee has generous landing areas,” Breuker said.

“If there’s one shot you need around here’ it’s a good short game,” Breuker said.

The 202m par-3 17th from the tiger tees is challenging and a definite feature hole. From the members’ tees it’s 178m, the public tees 165m and the ladies tees 118m.

“A lot of greens are elevated so you are playing a lot of uphill chip shots, but that is becoming easier now due to the fairways maturing and the greens starting

“When you stand on the tee it’s a very elevated green with a drop off to the right side,” Breuker explained. “It’s long and visually pleasing.”

Calderwood Valley Golf Course

Visitors are always welcome and can walk ($55 midweek and $65 on weekends) or ride. Cart hire is $45 for 18 holes.

The club’s restaurant and bar is open for business from Wednesdays to Sundays.

“We recommend everyone should play this golf course,” Breuker said.

Inside Golf did and thoroughly enjoyed the experience.

For more information: (08) 9026 2626, www.kalgoorliegolfcourse.com, golf@kalgoorliegolfcourse.com

Social Golfer’s Paradise Social groups and players are welcome 7 days a week • Fleet of 30 carts available • Terrific Tuesdays - $16 all day • Twilight golf every day from 2pm • Weekday discounts for seniors and clubs • Wednesdays - $28pp for 18 holes with a cart 20 minutes south of Wollongong Visit our website….Facebook us…or call 02 4256 3055

532 Calderwood Rd, Albion Park NSW 2527 Pro Shop: (02) 4256 3055 www.calderwoodgolf.com.au

*Bookings required, conditions apply.

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Glebe Apartments

Air Adventure

TASMANIA & KING ISLAND Air Adventure Being home to Cape Wickham, Ocean Dunes, Barnbougle Dunes and Lost Farm, Tasmania now boast the four highestranked public access courses in Australia.

All four courses are classic links style and showcase breathtaking scenery with ocean views a plenty. Through Air Adventure, golfers have the opportunity to tick off all four courses in just four days with flights directly from the courses to King Island – the ultimate bucket list trip. Flying on Air Adventure’s Deluxe Cessna Conquest aircraft which have twin turbines and pressurised cabins, you will fly from Melbourne to Barnbougle in just 45 minutes and then after two nights and two rounds will fly to King Island for two days to play Cape Wickham and Ocean Dunes. Air Adventure’s

ultimate four-day trip includes private charter flights, four rounds of golf, three nights’ accommodation and all onground transfers. King Island-only and Barnbougle-only trips are also available.

For more information go to golf.airadventure.com.au or contact golf@airadventure.com.au, 1800 033 160.

NEW ZEALAND Glebe Apartments Stay and play in New Zealand’s premier tourist resort, Queenstown, teeing off at some of the world’s most spectacular golf courses with The Glebe’s all-inclusive golfing getaways.

Queenstown’s rugged mountain backdrops, and the crystal-clear waters of Lake Wakatipu make an idyllic backdrop

World Class Golf in the Outback

for a round or two of golf, a must-do for golfers the world over!

Whether it’s you, a friend, or a group of mates, family and friends; the friendly team at the Glebe will ensure your golfing holiday is a truly unforgettable experience.

Your trip will be completely catered for, from accommodation, to meals, transfers, and all your activities, so you can relax and enjoy all this stunning region has on offer.

Centrally located, the Glebe Apartments are a two-minute walk from downtown Queenstown to the hustle and bustle of restaurants, cafes, shops and nightlife, it offers an ideal base for your golfing getaway. The Glebe’s apartments offer luxury and comfort with plenty of space, and majestic views to Lake Wakatipu to the mountains beyond.

With six golf courses, (including three championship courses) all within a

25-minute drive from your downtown base, you will be spoilt for choice. The courses caters to all levels of players from novices to top professionals. The three championship courses; The Hills, Millbrook and Jack’s Point are all internationally acclaimed, professionally designed, and built and maintained to ensure the highest quality of play.

The region’s reputation for friendly hospitality, and as the adventure capital of New Zealand ensures there is plenty to do and enjoy off the green as well, all within proximity to your accommodation.

Wine, dine or experience any number of activities and tours, from bungy jumping to jet boating, and vineyard tours, and scenic cruises to name a few.

For more information: Phone +64 3 441 0310 or email CareyAnne@theglebe.co.nz. www.theglebe.co.nz

For a truly unique outback golf experience, come and play the awardwinning Graham Marsh designed championship course. Situated in the heart of the West Australian Goldfields, the Kalgoorlie Golf Course is rated amongst the best public access courses in the country.

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Phone: (08) 9026 2626 email: golf@kalgoorliegolfcourse.com | www.kalgoorliegolfcourse.com

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Truemans Cottages

Tour Operators Truemans Cottages Still dreaming about that golf escape to the Mornington Peninsula? Truemans Cottages are here to help. They tailor-make golf packages to suit small to mediumsized groups. You can choose the number of nights you’d like to stay, the amount of golf you’d like to play, and the level of challenge you’re up for. And if you need any help with these they can point you in the right direction.

They have a trio of three-bedroom properties to choose from and these can cater for up to 18 players (couples) or 12 singles. Each have spacious back gardens with BBQ areas, which are a great place to sit and discuss the day’s play and plan your next day’s action.

Truemans Cottages are ideally situated in the heart of the Mornington Peninsula golfing country. Only five minutes from The Dunes, Moonah Links or Eagle Ridge, with 10 minutes to St Andrews Beach, Rosebud Country Club and only a little further afield to reach RACV Cape Schanck, Sorrento

or Portsea Golf clubs. You can choose to explore a little more and visit Flinders, Devil Bend or Mornington Golf Clubs. They are also lucky enough to work with the worldrenowned The National Golf Club and can secure course access for interstate club members.

The Mornington Peninsula holds an interest for the non-golfer too. As well as arranging your golf, Truemans Cottages can also book a visit to the renowned Peninsula Hot Springs, help with winery tours, restaurant bookings, fishing charters and much more.

For more information: Phone Michelle on 0419 365 142, www.truemanscottage.com.au.

Great Golf Getaways Great Golf Getaways provides customised golf travel packages to all the premier golf destinations Australia-wide and specialises in group tours for social clubs, club members, corporate tours and events.

Stay and play packages are available for all types of golf travel including weekend golf trips and golfing holidays for midweek

Great Golf Getaways and weekly tours over 5, 7, and 14+ days duration.

With an extensive range of packages available to over 30 different golf destinations around Australia, Great Golf Getaways provides the opportunity for golfers to experience and play all the top courses and to travel to a variety of different and exciting destinations including: KING ISLAND – Australia’s newest golf destination, boasts two world-class courses including Cape Wickham and Ocean Dunes. Golf tour packages are available to King Island and also combination tours featuring travel to both Tasmania and King Island to play 4 of the top courses in both regions.

QLD - Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Brisbane, Capricorn Coast, Cairns, Port Douglas and Hamilton Island.

NSW /ACT – Canberra, Central Coast, Coffs Harbour (including Bonville), Hunter Valley, Murray River, Sapphire Coast, Southern Highlands and Sydney.

SA - Adelaide, Barossa Valley and Fleurieu Peninsula.

VIC - Mornington Peninsula, Bellarine Peninsula, Melbourne Sandbelt, Murray River and Yarra Valley.

WA - Perth, Mandurah and Margaret River.

TAS – Hobart, Launceston and Bridport (including Barnbougle Dunes and The Lost Farm).

Many clients at Great Golf Getaways enjoy planning different destinations each year for their annual tours. One such social group is NUNI from Sydney (pictured at Cypress Lakes) enjoying a Great Golf Getaways two-night/three-round weekend trip in the Hunter Valley, NSW, and are travelling next to Noosa, QLD, with 16 tour members on their next golf trip.

Great Golf Getaways specialises in customised group tour packages to suit your specific group size and travel requirements including: planning your personalised tour itinerary, arranging accommodation and golf bookings, coordinating transportation (coach, car or bus rental), flights, catering services and venue bookings for special event dinners.

For more information: Tel: 1300 124 220, Email: info@greatgolfgetaways.com.au, www.greatgolfgetaways.com.au.

CRUISE & PLAY Murray River Echuca

Dedicated 6 bay driving range 40 Balls $7.00 and 80 Balls $12.00 Kangaroo Tours 7 Days a weeK

18 Hole Mini Golf Now Open

Green fees $50 for 18 holes $30 for 9 holes Junior green fees $25 for 18 holes $15 for 9 holes Social Golf Group bookings available 7 days

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Above Par Golf Tours Golf tours and holidays with Above Par golf tours are truly an ‘Above Par experience.’

As one of Australia’s leading golf tour operators, Above Par will take the stress out of organising your next holiday.

Privileged access to the finest public and private golf courses on Australia’s Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast ensure that they can satisfy the most discerning of golfers, and with 300+ days of sunshine each year the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast offer the best year-round golfing destinations in Australia.

Hope Island, The Glades, Lakelands, Brookwater, Hyatt Coolum, Noosa Springs, Twin Waters, Sanctuary Cove (Pines and Palms) and Pelican Waters Golf clubs all feature in the top 60 public access courses in Australia, and are available to you along with many other highly rated golf courses.

Above Par Golf Tours’ buying power at the courses and accommodation venues allow them to pass on significant discounts to all golfers, ensuring you save money as well as having an unforgettable golf experience.

The Above Par Golf Tours team has many years’ experience in organising golf, accommodation and transport requirements for thousands of happy golfers.

They offer fast, efficient and great value solutions for your next golfing holiday.

A recent addition to the company’s services are fullypackaged tours to Queenstown, New Zealand. Located on the South Island, Queenstown is one of the most naturally stunning places in the world and now boasts a selection of resort and club golf courses that are the envy of the country.

Add in jet boating, bungee jumping, canyoning and a host of other outdoor activities and a holiday of a lifetime awaits.

Above Par Golf Tours will organise all your accommodation, golf and transport needs while in New Zealand.

For more information: Phone: 1300 798 552, visit www.abovepargolf.com.au or email: enquiries@abovepargolf.com.au

U Choose Golf Holiday

U Choose Golf Holiday

customers, which speaks volumes about their quality service and attention to detail.

U Choose Golf Holiday is one of Australia’s longestrunning Golf Tour Operators. They specialise in customised Golf Tours to all destinations in Australia as well as Queenstown NZ.

U Choose Golf Holiday offers golfers the chance to experience the best destinations that Australia has to offer, like the Mornington Peninsula, Sydney/ NSW, Gold Coast, West Australia, Sunshine Coast, Nth Qld, Adelaide, New Zealand and the Murray River destinations.

Owner-operators Sharon and Gary provide golfers with a professional and well-organised golf trip – every detail carefully taken care of and nothing to do but turn up and have a great time.

They take pride in offering good value and personalised service.

Sharon, who looks after your trip from start to finish, will tailor a package, provide choices of accommodation, courses and optional extras all designed to suit your requirements and budgets.

U Choose Golf Holiday has been growing strong each year experiencing 80 per cent of loyal repeat

If you are looking for a full-service golf travel specialist to take care of everything for you, then look no further than U Choose Golf Holiday.

For more information: 0418 713 620, sharon@uchoosegolf.com.au, www.uchoosegolf.com.au

Would you like to see your club included in a future Inside Golf feature? Then have your General Manager or Marketing Manager contact us for details.

TRUEMANS COTTAGES

Mornington Peninsula In the heart of Mornington Peninsula golf country, 3 spacious self contained houses accommodating groups of 2-12 people with Foxtel, Wifi and BBQ areas.

Golf Packages tailored to suit.

Stay 7 nights play 5 rounds

from

$675p/p

Choose from: The Dunes, Moonah Links, St Andrews, Portsea, Cape Schanck, Flinders, Sorrento or Rosebud CC.

Are you planning your next group golf trip?

Our golf packages can be tailored to suit your individual or group requirements with our extensive range of golf course and accommodation partners We specialise in customised group tours for all types of golf travel

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TEE off on a ‘Remarkable’ New Zealand golf tour

Queenstown Golf Club

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t’s the little things that make a big difference in golf. Whether it’s choosing a certain grip for your putter, the right ball for your swing speed or the best coach to hone your skills. The same applies when it comes to golf travel.

Little things matter, and dealing with a ground-based tour agent means you get local information first hand. Somebody on the other end of the phone that you can trust to get things done when you’re trying to organise a party of people and ensure you get to see the best of what NZ has to

offer, whether it’s golf courses, restaurants or sightseeing.

Remarkable Golf Tours (RGT) was established in Queenstown in 2007 to provide a range of golf services for visitors to New Zealand and have arranged tours for thousands of golfers from all corners of the globe. Starting with one vehicle for running daily transfers between local hotels and golf courses, RGT have expanded their vehicle fleet to cater to a range of group sizes from couples to large touring parties. Regardless of party size,

the service remains focussed on the finer details of planning that ensure a seamless golf trip.

Naturally, choosing a great destination to golf in is a pretty important choice to make and when it comes to New Zealand, it simply doesn’t get better than Queenstown. The views alone are worth the airfare and the courses showcase the scenery beautifully. Whether it’s the sweeping views of Queenstown Bay from Queenstown Golf Club, The Remarkables Mountain range and Lake Wakatipu

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from Jacks Point or the hilly surrounds of Arrowtown from The Hills, Millbrook or Arrowtown Golf Club, golfers have always got great views to take in. Aside from the views, it’s the also changes in style of each course that really intrigues. Each course feels very different than the last and golfers won’t feel like they play two courses even remotely similar in Queenstown. There are plenty of golf destinations that boast more courses but the variety from one to the next and the varying challenges sees groups returning to Queenstown year after year to rediscover what makes it so special for golfing. There are certainly standout courses like Jacks Point that really inspire with its stunning views and rugged, natural beauty but each course has its own charm and often the club courses silently impress even the golfing purists.

Another attraction is the world-class food and wine on offer, an area where Queenstown continues to raise the bar year upon year. Central Otago established itself as a premier Pinot Noir producing region years ago but has now regarded as one of NZ’s top destinations for dining.

Everything from Asian street-style food to fine NZ meats, seafood and hearty pub meals are on offer and visitors would be disappointed to find a meal less than excellent wherever they go in Queenstown.

However large or small your group is, take the opportunity to contact Remarkable Golf Tours to see what they can offer you for a memorable golf trip to New Zealand.

Phone: +64 274 653 888 Website: www.remarkablegolftours.co.nz Email: info@remarkablegolftours.co.nz

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KING ISLAND

Travel any day. King Island Flights depart from Melbourne, Tullamarine

4 Night EXPERIENCE KING ISLAND from $998 per person*

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0 $158 share) (pp twin

Package Includes: Cape Wickham & Ocean Dunes golf rounds with carts 4 Nights Twin Share at Ocean Dunes King Island Hotel SUV Rental vehicle pick up/drop off Currie Airport* (4 people sharing rental vehicle) $1127 per person twin share* (2 people sharing rental vehicle)

DEPARTURES 2017:

LET US CUSTOMISE A KING ISLAND AND/OR BARNBOUGLE GOLF PROGRAM FOR YOU. WE HAVE BEEN THERE.

19 Mar; 18 Apr; 08 May; 05 Sep; 12 Sep; 19 Sep; SOLD 10 Oct; 17 Oct; 07 Nov SOLD SOLD DEPARTURES 2018 12, 19 March; 23, 30 April; 03, 10 May

Golfer Twin Share $1580 | Non Golfers Twin Share $1110 | Single Occupancy Golfer $2300

Presidents Cup & Fall Colours Canal Cruise NEW CALEDONIA WARM IN A2u0g-u2s7t WINTER 2017 Ladies & Mens Hyundai Senior Open

TOAST TO 02-05 THE COAST Nov 2017 GEELONG & THE BELLARINE PENINSULA

4 Tournament rounds 4 Nights Le Lagon Noumea Transfers, Prizes, 3 Meals 2 Nights Sheraton Deva Resort 2 Rounds NEW Deva Golf Course Transfers to/from Deva

THE PERFECT WARM UP FOR MELBOURNE CUP 4 Nights Accommodation at Novotel Geelong with Breakfast 3 golf Games with Carts: Thirteenth Beach; Curlewis; Torquay Dining Experience Friday Evening All Golf & Festival Transfers 2 days at the Toast on the Coast Festival

Price in next issue or from Golf Gourmet

$1385 PP twin/double share $1899 PP single occupancy

Departs Montreal 12 September Ends New York 02 October Perfect for 1 Golfer Couples - Once in a lifetime Itinerary

Includes: 12 night Fall Colours Cruise on St Lawrence Seaway, Eire Canal from Montreal to New York with Blount Small Ship Adventures 3 Nights Crystal Springs Resort including 2 golf rounds with carts, breakfast and transfers 4 Nights Deluxe Marriott Hotel, Manhattan 4 Days Entry to The President’s Cup including 2 Days entry to The Captains Club Transfers to & from Liberty National Golf Course by ferry across the Hudson River

THIS TOUR PROVIDES SO MANY WONDERFUL EXPERIENCES, IT WILL NOT BE REPEATED SO BOOK NOW - LIMITED SPACE.

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$14,149 PP twin/double share