Welcome to our July 2021 e-newsletter We're half way through the year and over the "hump", so look forward to longer days, warmer weather and a fast approaching golf and holiday season - it comes around quickly! With overseas travel still uncertain, there's no better time to visit those local Australian destinations on your bucket list and yes, they all have great golf courses nearby to enjoy. How lucky are we? Of course (Victorian) thoughts are with our interstate friends currently in lock down - we know what it's like! Stay safe and fingers crossed for a swift return to normal. Team ausgolf | Epic playoff winner English Harris | Harris English wins second longest sudden death playoff in PGA Tour History - Aussies find form It was a marathon, but after eight play off holes, American English Harris finally made a birdie to defeat Kramer Hickok at the Travelers Championship in Connecticut. In good news for the Aussies on Tour as the last Major of the year approaches, Marc Leishman headed a pack of seven representatives to finish runner up, with Jason Day also recording a Top 10 finish. All Australians in action at the event made the cut. READ MORE | ausgolf has some great travel packages within Australia, including the beautiful Hunter Valley and warm Sunshine Coast. However, with ongoing social distancing recommendations courses are limiting visitor numbers so book early to avoid disappointment! | Cypress Lakes | 2 Nights, 3 Rounds (The Vintage, Cypress Lakes, Hunter Valley) from $435 Includes Carts, Many options available | Noosa Springs | 3 and 5-Day packages available (incl Peregian, Pelican Waters, Noosa Springs, Twin Waters & Maroochy River) from $465 Includes ocean view 3 bedroom apartment (The Peninsular Mooloolaba), golf and motorised carts. | TRocket Golf Travel Bag TRocket's Layover Golf Travel Bag is their most popular travel bag and with good reason. It’s the perfect weekender travel size and oozes style with its streamlined robust design and easy-going looks. Priced at just $75 it's a must have for your weekends away! FULL DETAILS | Men's Golf Clothing Range TRocket Golf has a range of men's clothing to make you look smart on and off the course. Golf themed socks, belts, ties and more. The latest addition is the sensational Newcastle Hats Flinders Golf Hat. CHECK OUT ALL THE GEAR | CluBarham A great stay and play venue on the Murray. Enjoy a choice of accommodation, a great golf course and full clubhouse facilities you would expect from a border town facility. Barham really has it all - and it's in the centre of the Murray River region. READ MORE | Eagle Ridge This stunning and beautifully maintained golf course has many features including a challenging and memorable set of par threes, highlighted by the 6th hole (pictured left). At the end of your round kick back in the grand and stylish clubhouse that overlooks the course from an elevated vantage. SEE MORE | Eden Golf Course Situated in the heart of the Sapphire Coast, Eden is a maritime town, rich with history. The course has been described as the Augusta of the far South Coast and you can Stay and Play from just $110pp including golf, cart, accommodation and an evening meal. It doesn't get any better than that! READ MORE | Port Macquarie Easy walking seaside course carved out of native melaleucas, challenging all levels of golfer. Resident kangaroos adorn the fairways, you might even spot a koala. Full Clubhouse facilities service a strong local membership and cater for visitors and holiday makers alike. Golf in God's country! READ MORE | Rossdale A Melbourne Bayside course weaving its way through corridors of pine, eucalyptus and coastal banksia. Accessible to green fee players and social groups, it's the perfect members course with a range of categories to suit every budget and need. READ MORE | Yarrawonga Mulwala Golf Club Resort The largest public access golf resort in Australia with 45 holes including the Top 100 ranked Murray Course. Only 3 hours from Melbourne, the resort boasts a host of activities, stylish self-contained accommodation and a Clubhouse that has it all! Once you arrive you won't want to leave! READ MORE | Play at Australia's Best Golf Courses Sometimes the best way to obtain a game at one of Melbourne’s famous Sand Belt Private clubs, or other 'members only' courses around Australia, is by participating at one of the annual Charity Days run at many prestigious venues. Usual requirements are an official handicap and correct attire. With the restrictions surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic easing, many charity events are being relaunched, however restrictions are different from state to state, so please check with the event concerned for the current status. Venues coming up later this year include; Kingston Heath, The National, Peninsula, Terrey Hills and more. We list over 60 charity days each year. Check the full list here | |