Be part of historical past, have your say and assist us determine.
Inside Golf is compiling a listing of Australia’s 100 finest public golf experiences and we’re launching a nationwide name to motion.
Now in our twentieth yr, that is Inside Golf Journal’s first course rankings record and we wish you, passionate golfers and the Australian {golfing} neighborhood, to be part of it.
“That is one thing we’ve needed to do for years — and now it’s lastly occurring,” Inside Golf Writer Sam Arthur mentioned.
“Public golf in Australia is extremely necessary, and the standard and number of programs we now have right here is world-class. We’re so fortunate to stay in a rustic the place we will entry and revel in these golf programs all yr spherical.
“We all know course rankings are all the time a private factor, not everybody will agree, however we’ll do our very best to get it proper. We will’t wait to see which programs make our High 100.”
This might be a long-awaited and extremely anticipated high 100 in celebrating the perfect public {golfing} experiences our nation has to supply.
Our writers and editorial contributors, business consultants, membership professionals and touring professionals and a spread of educated {golfing} fanatics from everywhere in the nation might be requested to contribute to our first-ever high 100 record.
We intention to honour the standout programs, people who supply distinctive worth, unforgettable play, and are accessible to each golfer, from informal golfers and weekend warriors to the seasoned campaigners and common gamers.
Golf in Australia is booming, public golf has by no means been extra vibrant and with new funding in regional programs, world-class design innovation, and an more and more engaged {golfing} public, the time is correct to shine a highlight on the perfect of what’s accessible so that you can play repeatedly, often or as a bucket record vacation spot.
And there’s no higher supply of perception than the golfers who stroll these fairways each week, subsequently not like different high 100 lists, this one isn’t determined behind closed doorways. We’re asking for you, our readers, to assist us in figuring out what you consider to be Australia’s finest public golf experiences.
The way to Take part: Make your votes countSelect from the record offered judged in opposition to a fastidiously thought of standards:
Design & Structure: Does the course supply strategic shot-making and architectural integrity?
Conditioning: How nicely is the course maintained year-round?
Setting & Atmosphere: From coastal cliffs to bushland backdrops — does the placement depart a long-lasting impression?
Playability: Is the course truthful and enjoyable for all talent ranges?
Total Expertise: Suppose customer support, clubhouse services, worth for cash, and that intangible “X issue.”
Whether or not it’s a regional gem or your native course or a bucket-list vacation spot, one you might have the chance to play and a course you’ll always remember, we wish to see which programs you beleive deserve recognition and to be thought of among the many nation’s finest.
So how do you become involved? Merely go to the entry kind through the hyperlink under to pick out your favorite programs in your area, state and/or these you might have performed across the nation, with each submission serving to us construct and ship a extra genuine, inclusive record.
We’ve included a listing of greater than 250 golf programs so that you can select from.
Choose programs from our menu in state order. You may choose 5, 10 or 50 and even 100…completely as much as you. Simply select the perfect programs you’ve skilled. Each entry counts, your votes are essential to finalising our 100 finest public golf experiences.
(Be aware: Public Entry Programs solely, the place play is repeatedly accessible for public/informal/visiting golfers with out a required member or particular invitation, programs you may play even with out having a membership membership or official handicap.)
The deadline for submissions is October 14 so don’t delay.
CLICK HERE to go to the “Australia’s 100 Finest Public Golf Experiences” voting kind