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What are the top public golf courses and hidden gems in Australia?
It depends who you ask. In the case of GolfPass' annual Golfers Choice ranking lists, you are the expert, along with thousands of your fellow golfers.
We compile our annual Golfers' Choice lists by analyzing the ratings and reviews submitted by members of our community - golfers like you - throughout the previous year. We use GolfPass' Ratings Index logic that weights newer reviews and combine it with a course's subcategory averages. Courses must offer public access and have received at least two reviews in 2023 to be eligible for this year's list. If you want to play any of these courses, hover your browser over the course photo and if tee times are available, you can click to book directly.
Want to get involved with determining the top public golf courses Down Under or any other future Golfers' Choice lists? Click here to review a golf course, whether it’s your first or your 100th.
Australian golf courses reviewed in 2023: 68
Reviews of Australian golf courses in 2023: 735
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Springwood Country Club
Green fee: $36 (AUS)
What they're saying: "The course were well maintained, challenging but within our ability. I will definitely be back to play again." - wvlok75 -
Cranbourne Golf Club
Green fee: $60
What they're saying: "Very impressive green speed: 13 ft. Good maintenance of fairway, bunker. Hope to play again." - GolfPass reviewer -
Cape Schanck Golf Club
Green fee: $95
What they're saying: "A very nice course located at Cape Schank. Pro shop items very nice. And course condition is perfect." - GolfPass reviewer -
Bayview Golf Club
Green fee: $55
What they're saying: "The course is currently in great condition and first time playing it was really surprised at how good the course was. Will definitely be back" - GolfPass reviewer -
Cape Wickham Links
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Green fee: $270
What they're saying: "This golf course will forever be in my soul. That's how strongly I feel about the playing experience at Cape Wickham. I played it twice on consecutive days - a perfect weather day from the tips and a windy day from the next tees up. The layout delivered equal parts fun and challenge in both instances. That's a sure sign of great design. The scenery will blow your mind, but so will how the cliffs were maximized to be part of the strategy of the course. The lighthouse just adds the cherry on top. Considering the exchange rate, this might be the best bargain in Top 100 golf." - Jason Scott Deegan, GolfPass managing editor -
The Heritage Golf Club - Henley Course
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Chirnside Park, Yarra Valley & DandenongsPrivateWhat they're saying: "Front 9 is flat & intersected by numerous water hazards.
The back 9 circles around a very large hill.
Loved the layout." - Lozzac -
Palmer Coolum Resort
Green fee: $145
What they're saying: "Overall very good experience. Course was very quiet on a weekday and as a solo in a cart finished in a blistering time. Green conditions were very good, bunkers were in great condition. Challenging layout that requires you to be fairly accurate off the tee but typically the holes are not overly long. Range was in good condition with plenty of grass to hit off. Decent practice green." - GolfPass reviewer -
Royal Pines Resort Golf Club
Ashmore, QueenslandSemi-Private/ResortGreen fee: $105
What they're saying: "Friendly staff, great signage so you know where you have to go. Lots of sand bunkers. So nice and green." - GolfPass reviewer -
Links Hope Island Golf Course
Green fee: $150
What they're saying: "It was unforgettable experience for me and my wife. Lovely weather, fantastic field condition, and well maintained green. This is one of the best golf course I have ever played." - GolfPass reviewer -
Mount Warren Park Golf Club
Green fee: $75
What they're saying: "It was my first time playing at Mt Warren Park so I didn’t know what to expect. The course was very green and well looked after. It was fairly flat and not too hilly - great for walking! Also very good value for money. I would definitely play here again!" - elmonz1
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