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Mowbray Golf Club, Launceston

Sweeping seaside links bordered by surf beaches – the Tasmania offers some unique golfing experiences. At the emerald fairways and velvet greens of championship 18-hole Tasmania Club in , you’ll tee-off on the challenging courses – spectacular clifftop holes with wide ocean views – third hole, modelled on the famous 18th at Pebble Beach. these are just some of the experiences that bring keen golfers The Claremont Golf Course, on a scenic peninsula jutting from around the world to follow their in Tasmania. into the Derwent, has views of the river and Mt With the variety, scenery and appeal of our golf in Tasmania, Wellington from all nine holes. And for pure spectacle, there’s this is the perfect destination for a golfing holiday. And you’ll the amazing par 3 eighth hole at the Tasman Club, near want to return to play again, because the island has more Port Arthur – your tee shot has to reach a pocket-handkerchief than 80 golf courses waiting for you. green on the far side of a deep chasm, where vertical sea cliffs Tasmania has a sprinkling of public courses, but most are plummet down to surging ocean swells and tossing bull kelp, run by clubs. Wherever you play, you’ll find a warm Tasmanian far below. There’s no point in looking for lost balls here! welcome for members of interstate golf clubs at the club courses in cities, towns and country areas. Excellent 18-hole courses include the championship courses of Royal Hobart, Tasmania Golf Club, Kingston Beach and Claremont in the south, and Launceston Country Club, Devonport and Ulverstone in the north. The magnificent Barnbougle Dunes Golf Links near Bridport, a true seaside links in the authentic Scottish style, is widely acclaimed as one of the nation’s finest golf courses.

The Chasm – Tasman Golf Club, Tasmania Golf Course, Barilla Bay ’s first golf course – on the grazing property Ratho at Bothwell – is still in use today, and the Bothwell Golf Club, on the edge of the Central Highlands, is home to the Australasian Golf Museum, with the largest display of historic and modern-day golfing memorabilia outside of St Andrew’s, Scotland. In between rounds, there’s much more to discover in Tasmania – superb seafood and wonderful cool-climate wines; World Heritage wilderness, adventure experiences and unique wildlife; and a fascinating cultural heritage, with the island’s colonial past just an echo away. Like to know more? Visit www.discovertasmania.com

www.discovertasmania.com | 1 Discover the perfect golfing holiday destination

At Barnbougle Dunes Golf Links

Wherever you travel in Tasmania you won’t be far from a golf course – and wherever you play, you’ll meet friendly club members, keen to show you their own home courses. It’s a good idea to call ahead, book your round and enquire about facilities and services. This leaflet has contact details for the island’s clubs and public courses – pop it in your golf bag then come and enjoy the variety and interest of Tasmania’s spectacular and challenging golfing experiences.

9 Hole Golf Courses – North Map reference 9 Bicheno Golf Club Ph: 6375 1208 10 Bridport Golf Club Ph: 6356 1557 11 Burnie Golf Club Ph: 6435 1443 12 Campbell Town Golf Club Ph: 6381 1209

13 Deloraine Golf Club Ph: 6362 2132 Riverside Golf Club 14 Exeter Golf Club Ph: 6394 4427 9 Hole Courses – South 15 Flinders Island Golf Club Ph: 6359 2070 Map reference 16 Freycinet Golf Club Ph: 6257 0448 50 Bagdad Public Golf Course Ph: 6268 6497 17 George Town Golf Club Ph: 6382 1435 51 Bothwell Golf Club Ph: 6259 5628 18 Greens Beach Golf Club Ph: 6383 9102 52 Colebrook Golf Club Ph: 6260 4402 19 Grindelwald Resort Golf Course Ph: 6330 2111 53 Cygnet Public Golf Course Ph: 6295 1288 20 Golf Club Ph: 6462 1126 54 Dover Golf Club Ph: 6298 1562 21 Longford Golf Club Ph: 6391 1938 55 EZ Risdon Golf Club Ph: 6228 6415 22 Malahide Golf Club Ph: 6374 2389 56 Elderslie Golf Club Ph: 6268 5292 23 Moorina Golf Club Ph: 6354 2311 57 Fairway Resort Golf Course Ph: 6250 2171 24 Mount Vista Golf Club Ph: 6439 2011 58 Forcett Golf Club Ph: 6265 3550 25 Penguin Golf Club Ph: 6437 2029 59 Golf Club Ph: 6297 1666 26 Poatina Golf Club Ph: 6397 8290 60 Hobart Airport Public Golf Course Ph: 6248 5100 27 Port Sorell Golf Club Ph: 6428 6555 61 Huon Heights Public Golf Course Ph: 6264 1698 28 Quamby Golf and Country Club Ph: 6392 2351 62 Golf Club Ph: 6264 1737 29 Queenstown Golf Club Ph: 6471 1164 63 Llanherne Golf Club Ph: 6248 7711 30 Ringarooma Golf Club Ph: 6353 2216 64 Murraville Golf Club Ph: 6253 5587 31 Rosebery Golf Club Ph: 6473 1112 65 Golf Club Ph: 6261 2653 32 St Helens Golf Club Ph: 6376 1218 66 Oatlands Golf Club Ph: 6254 1110 33 St Marys Golf Club Ph: 6372 2177 67 Orford Golf Club Ph: 6257 1249 34 Scamander River Golf Club Ph: 6372 5333 68 Ouse Country Club Ph: 6287 1219 35 Scottsdale Golf Club Ph: 6352 2455 69 Pittwater Golf Club Ph: 6265 2069 36 Sheffield Golf Club Ph: 6491 1184 70 Richmond Golf Club Ph: 6248 5450 37 Smithton Golf Club Ph: 6452 2499 71 Richmond Public Golf Club Ph: 6260 2644 38 Stanley Golf Club Ph: 6458 1395 72 Public Golf Course Ph: 6244 1297 39 Strahan Golf Club Ph: 6471 7242 73 South Arm RSL Golf Club Ph: 6239 9171 40 Tam-O-Shanter Golf Club Ph: 6382 6388 74 Swansea Golf Club Ph: 6257 8262 41 Thirlstane Golf Club Ph: 6428 6488 75 Tasman Golf Club Ph: 6250 2444 42 Wynyard Golf Club Ph: 6442 2614 76 Golf Club Ph: 6289 3172 43 Zeehan Golf Club Ph: 6471 6291 77 Tea Tree Golf Club Ph: 6268 1692

www.discovertasmania.com | 3 Australasian Golf Museum, Bothwell F U 51 The museum, situated in the rural town of Bothwell, R N E A was started in 1996 by former Australian Amateur Champion, U KING X

Peter Toogood. Memorabilia dates from 1880 and includes FLINDERS

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Emita Naracoopa clothing. Nearby is Ratho Golf Links, the oldest golf course G ISLAND R Currie O in the . Allow time to browse and enjoy. Whitemark U P 20 Golf clubs are available for hire. Yarra Creek 15 Lackrana Grassy Market Place, Bothwell Ph: 6259 4033 Fax: 6259 4033 Lady Barron Museum open times: Sunday to Friday 10am – 4pm November to May; 11am – 3pm June to October.

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5 Mowbray Golf Course Grubb Street Mowbray Ph: 6326 1333

In a picturesque setting, mostly undulating, with a number of water features. The club has hosted Tasmanian Opens and Australian Junior Championships. Has a challenging championship layout.

Length Men 6016 Ladies 5214 Par Men 71 Ladies 72

6 Riverside Golf Course 244 West Tamar Road Riverside Ph: 6327 3312

A premier course, with lush fairways, water hazards and well- positioned bunkers. Host to major championships, including the World Left Handed Golfers Championship and Tasmanian Open championships. Length Men 5975 Ladies 5288 Par Men 73 Ladies 73 Launceston’s Country Club Resort Golf Course

1 Barnbougle Dunes Golf Links 7 Seabrook Golf Course 425 Waterhouse Road Bridport Ph: 6356 0094 161 Old Bass Highway Cooee Ph: 6442 2173

Designed by Tom Doak and Mike Clayton, the highly-rated Barnbougle The original nine holes, being a typical links with interesting water Dunes Golf Links features 18 spectacular holes meandering hazards, will test you. The later contrasting nine holes has treed through towering dunes along . One hour north-east of fairways and sand bunkers. Guaranteed an enjoyable and fascinating Launceston. round of golf. Length Men 6124 Ladies 4900 Length Men 5925 Ladies 5925 Par Men 71 Ladies 72 Par Men 72 Ladies 72

2 Country Club Resort 8 Ulverstone Golf Course Country Club Avenue Prospect Vale Ph: 6335 5740 Lobster Creek Road Ulverstone Ph: 6425 2322

Interesting and challenging championship course, designed by Ulverstone Golf Club is a championship 18 hole course which is Mike Wolveridge and Peter Thompson. Plenty of hazards to test regularly included in Australia’s top one hundred list. Fully-watered your golf handicap. Excellent resort facilities. Full practice amenities fairways, a feature and excellent greens. Native eucalypt forest available. forms the boundary for many holes. Length Men 6065 Ladies 4983 Length Men 6104 Ladies 5226 Par Men 71 Ladies 71 Par Men 72 Ladies 73

Barnbougle Dunes Golf Links

3 Devonport Golf Course 66 Woodrising Avenue Spreyton Ph: 6427 2381

Highly-regarded championship course, with stunning river views. Well-designed greens and tree-lined fairways. A true test of golf. Only ten minutes from the Bass Strait Spirit of Tasmania ferry terminal. Length Men 5880 Ladies 5325 Par Men 70 Ladies 74

4 Launceston Golf Course Opossum Road Kings Meadows Ph: 6344 1154

Tasmania’s oldest 18 hole course, celebrating its centenary in 1999. Surrounded by natural bushland, with fabulous views from the clubhouse. This immaculate course offers a wonderful round of golf.

Length Men 6013 Ladies 5247 Par Men 72 Ladies 72

Club hire Trolley hire Cart for hire Practice facility Driving range Catering facility Club professional

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Tasmania Golf Club, Barilla Bay

46 Louiseville Point Golf Course Triabunna Opening early 2008

On Tasmania’s East Coast, only one hour from Hobart. Course is Greg Norman’s first design in Tasmania. Breathtaking ocean views to . Opening early 2008.

Length Men 6392 Par Men 71

47 North West Bay Golf Course 1395 Margate Ph: 6267 2166

Expansive view of and D’Entrecasteaux Channel. Undulating, tree-lined, bunkered. Many challenging holes. The only 18 hole southern country course. The beautiful outlook and rolling greens of North West Bay Golf Club make for a pleasant round. Length Men 6108 Ladies 5312 Par Men 72 Ladies 72

North West Bay Golf Club, Margate

44 Claremont Golf Course 48 Royal Hobart Golf Course Bournville Crescent Claremont Ph: 6249 1000 81 Seven Mile Beach Road Seven Mile Beach Ph: 6248 6161

Claremont features undulating fairways with water views from nine The course has many bunkers and is heavily-timbered which requires holes. The Derwent River forms a magnificent backdrop to this accuracy off the tee. The layout is championship quality with quality course and is a boundary for a number of fairways. You will dips, hollows and bunkers surrounding many of the immaculately find the par three holes excellent. manicured greens. Excellent practice facilities. Length Men 5667 Ladies 5258 Length Men 6131 Ladies 5368 Par Men 71 Ladies 69 Par Men 72 Ladies 73

45 Kingston Beach Golf Course 49 The Tasmania Golf Course Channel Highway Kingston Ph: 6229 8300 Barilla Bay Ph: 6248 5098

Another magnificent setting, part flat, part undulating terrain with With spectacular views over Barilla Bay, this championship course several water hazards. An inclinator carries players up to the 18th has many superb holes and undulating tree-lined fairways. A tee. The clubhouse, known as the ‘Red House,’ was built in 1830. One challenging round of golf. The signature hole is the 3rd, a par five of Tasmania’s leading courses. which is well known and admired by golfers of all abilities. Length Men 5803 Ladies 5280 Length Men 6200 Ladies 5532 Par Men 71 Ladies 71 Par Men 72 Ladies 74

Club hire Trolley hire Cart for hire Practice facility Driving range Catering facility Club professional

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