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Designed to maximize space and show off superb bunkering, Kingston Heath is considered one of the best year-round conditioned courses in Australia and one of the highest ranked courses in the world.
Although considered an Alister MacKenzie designed course (he provided input on the bunkering), Kingston Heath was actually designed by an Australian pro golfer named Dan Soutar in the early 1920s.
Its design, unlike many courses designed by professional golfers in the early 1900s, is not one that penalizes but rather one which rewards. This is not a long course. Perhaps similar to Merion in Pennsylvania, the routing can feel tight for those used to playing more modern setups. However, like many great courses Kingston Heath does not rely on heavily-shaped ground from construction equipment to create artificial flair but rather its genius bunkering.
Today Kingston remains one of the jewels in the Melbourne Sandbelt and continues its reputation for superb conditioning all year round. It’s simply one of the best in the world- which is incredible considering the land it sits on is somewhat flat!
Play at Kingston Heath is a challenge and demands attention while playing shots. The course is restricted to an area roughly half of that in which a modern era course would be built and relies on its bunkering and camouflage techniques through dips and hollows to combat players. While not long, errant shots into the rough are not recommended.
946 yards, Par 72. Designed by Dan Soutar with influence by MacKenize, the strategic bunkering and contoured green complexes are as signature as the native vegetation which form the the course boundaries.
The three par 3 holes are a feature of Kingston Heath and show off one fantastic feature of this great golf course – the classic, natural bunkering.
2026 Golf Digest
2026 Golf Digest
Best of Australia Golf
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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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📸 St Andrews Beach Golf
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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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📸 Great Walks of Australia / Tourism Australia
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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