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Commonwealth is a Sandbelt course that features strategic short par-4s. While some may scoff at the overall length of the course, accurate play within the tree-line and strict attention to placement are needed to score well.
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Although not designed by Dr. MacKenzie on his famous trip to Australia in the mid 1920s, Commonwealth is nevertheless a strategic course to play. Wind is often a factor in club selection and placement- as holes are not arranged in a back-and-out formation. This means that a prevailing wind will need to be fought on some holes and ridden on others.
The terrain is a bit more flat than other locations in the area (Victoria, Royal Melbourne) but the sandy base combined with excellent green complexes and bunkering make this a very nice course to play. Mature trees similar to Victoria GC line the fairways and will need to be accounted for in future maintenance projects.
How does the course overcome the challenge of not having the undulations of other more well-known courses? Through thoughtful design!
Greens throughout are slanted one way or another. This rewards the player who can shape a drive and the ensuing approach to hold the green and leave an uphill putt. If shooting at the hole from the wrong side of the fairway more balls will roll away from the pin. This is not necessarily a penalizing design, but more of a reward for those who think about how they would like to play the course.
Commonwealth shares many attributes with the more vaunted Sandbelt courses, just displayed in perhaps a subtler manner. Astute placement from the tee is a recurring theme, as many greens tilt gently to favour approach shots from a particular portion of the fairway. The site lacks undulations of the same magnitude as the nearby Sandbelt courses, yet keen eyes can see its similarities.
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Play Kingston Heath After the Australian Open 2026
Tee times on Kingston Heath`s Australian Open tournament layout are available to visiting golfers on 8 December 2026. Places are limited and this kind of access does not come around often.
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Adelaide is Building Something Special for Golf Travelers
A $45 million course redesign, six Australian Opens, and a world-class island course. South Australia is giving serious golfers serious reasons to visit. Adelaide has long been worth a place on any serious golf travel itinerary. Royal Adelaide sits among the finest courses in the country. Now, a major investment is set to give you even more reasons to visit....
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St. Andrews Beach Golf Course
Architects: Tom Doak & Mike Clayton
When most golfers visit Melbourne, they head straight for the iconic Sandbelt classics. However, just 50 miles south and about an hour from the CBD, the Mornington Peninsula stretches out in sweeping duneland that Tom Doak himself once called "one of my favorite pieces of ground I`ve…
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The Ultimate Guide to Tasmania’s Great Walks
Tasmania is widely considered Australia’s premier walking destination. Located off the country’s southern coast, this island offers dramatic coastal cliffs, alpine mountains, white sand beaches, and ancient forests, all within relatively close proximity. For travelers seeking outdoor adventure without sacrificing comfort, Tasmania’s guided walks provide an ideal balance of wilderness and luxury. Unlike traditional hiking trips, these experiences combine expert guides, comfortable private lodges, and exceptional food and wine.
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Why 7 Mile Beach Is One of Australia’s Best Golf Courses
When a brand new golf course earns a place among Australia’s top ten, it demands attention. Even more so when that course has only just opened its full eighteen holes. Yet that is exactly what 7 Mile Beach has achieved, securing a spot among the country’s elite and confirming what many in the golf world already suspected.
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