Royal Hobart Golf Club
Royal Hobart Golf Club is renowned for its superb bunkers and has hosted numerous Tasmanian Opens and national amateur championships. Located in the seaside town of Seven Mile Beach, just 20 minutes from Hobart and five minutes from the airport, it’s the southernmost Royal course in the world. Since 1916, it has been Tasmania’s premier members club, offering year-round premium playing conditions on the best-maintained course in the state. Visitors and members can hire clubs, pull buggies, and motorised carts. The club also features expert golf instruction, a large putting green, chipping area, two practice fairways, and a welcoming bar and restaurant. Designed by Vern Morcom, the course features over 80 fairway and greenside bunkers, adding challenge and strategic depth for players of all skill levels.
rhgc.com.au
Harden Country Club
Nestled in the heart of rural New South Wales, Harden Country Club offers a wonderfully authentic golf experience just three-and-a-half hours from Sydney and 90 minutes from Canberra. The club is home to a lush, 18-hole course that surprises and delights at every turn. At first glance, the relaxed setting, affordable green fees and modest facilities suggest a quiet, low-key day on the fairways but Harden quickly reveals its true character – a cleverly designed layout that demands creativity, strategy and shot-making skill. No two holes are the same. While the course isn’t overly long or punishing, it gives the thoughtful player a distinct edge, making it a true shot-maker’s course.
hardencountryclub.com.au
Narooma Golf Club
Tee up the ultimate boys’ getaway at Narooma Golf Club – a true bucket list course where world-class golf meets unforgettable coastal adventure. Carved along dramatic clifftops and overlooking the sparkling Pacific Ocean, Narooma is home to one of Australia’s most scenic and challenging courses. From the iconic Hogan’s Hole to rolling fairways framed by native bushland, every hole delivers something special. The immaculate course layout challenges and rewards players of all levels. After your round, kick back in the clubhouse with a cold drink, a hearty meal, and sweeping ocean views.
It’s more than just golf, it’s the ultimate mates’ weekend.
naroomagolf.com.au
The Green at Tanawha
Nestled on 20 acres beside the Maroochy Bushland Botanic Gardens on the Sunshine Coast, The Green at Tanawha is a pristine nine‑hole par‑3 course set amid rolling hills, bushland groves, a billabong, creek and lakes – both fun for beginners and tricky enough for seasoned players. Beyond golf, it’s a lively social hub offering a licensed café/bar, yoga and fitness classes, tennis, a swimming pool, and event spaces – making it perfect for a relaxed, engaging boys’ trip.
thegreenattanawha.com.au
cluBarham Golf & Sports Club
Set along the Murray River, cluBarham Golf & Sports Club is ideal for a boys’ golf getaway. Play the scenic par 73 championship course, redesigned by Ross Watson with recent upgrades by Centreline. Stay in luxurious self-contained Comfort Suites or the centrally located Comfort Inn. Off-course highlights include Rivergum Bistro, Don’s Kitchen, lawn bowls and live entertainment. Explore fishing, kayaking and red gum forest trails nearby. Perfect for a mates’ trip or Father’s Day family getaway. Packages start from $300 per person, depending on the season – combining great golf, comfort and adventure in one unbeatable destination.
clubarham.com.au
Ocean Shores Country Club
With sweeping ocean views from Cape Byron to the Gold Coast and west across the Byron Hinterland, Ocean Shores Country Club is a standout 18-hole championship course. Mostly flat, except for holes that leave or return to the clubhouse, it’s a classic risk-reward layout featuring six par 3s, six par 4s and six par 5s. The clubhouse offers live music, trivia nights, open mic sessions, lawn bowls, poker and more, while the restaurant serves delicious Western and Asian cuisine. Don’t miss the mid-week golf deal, $79 per person, twin share, including golf, cart hire and lunch. Gift vouchers available.
oceanshorescc.com.au
Bondi Golf & Diggers Club
Some of the most jaw-dropping views of any public golf course in New South Wales can be found at the charming, nine-hole Bondi Golf & Diggers Club, where golfers soak up the panoramic scenes of the Tasman Sea, Sydney skyline and Bondi Beach. The nine-hole layout is so revered by serious and beginner golfers alike that this clifftop gem was even featured on the wildly popular golf podcast No Laying Up’s “Tourist Sauce” showcase episode on YouTube that profiled Sydney in 2024. Golf architecture buffs will appreciate the sandy, firm soil, similar to links terrain in Scotland, while all players will enjoy the quirkiness of eight par 3s and one 280-metre par 4, which requires a driver or 3-wood tee shot around a 30-metre tower vent that is heritage listed. Bondi is sensational value at $35 for 18 holes ($37 on weekends) or $30 for nine ($35 on weekends). You’ve also got to love their motto, “We’re a casual bunch, so tee-times are not required – just rock up and wait for your turn to tee off.”
bondigolf.com.au
Young Golf Club
Young Golf Club, nestled in the picturesque landscape of regional NSW, has been the heart of golfing excellence for decades. As a renowned destination for both seasoned pros and enthusiastic beginners, the course offers a unique blend of challenging holes, state-of-the-art facilities and unparalleled hospitality. Challenge your mates to a round of golf then head to the 19th for a bite to eat and drinks. Afterwards, grab the courtesy bus to one of the three clubs and then relax at the 4.5-star Federation Motor Inn. Only $150 per person twin share gets you 18 holes of golf, accommodation for one night, courtesy bus and a food and beverage voucher.
younggolfclub.com.au
