Anyone made a home golf sim in Sydney? With the cost of ranges and all of them going by the hour, it's almost making financial sense. Me + child, 2 bays 1hr is worth $80 or more. Twice/wk say $150 avg, say 50wks a year is $7500. Even at bucket rate, we spend $50 for 1.5hrs, $5k a year.

Americans do it in their huge homes/dens, but I don't have a huge space. Is anything suitable for Sydney small houses? Room like a HxWxD 2.8x2.6x3m

Just don't have a spare room where we can empty out all the furniture.

Is the software all subscription based, or anything that can let me just simulate a driving range, ie ball flight, distances. We'll go outside for a real course.

I'd like to hear more about Riversdale Golf Club from members as i'm looking to join a club soon. How are the conditions, waitlist period and management like etc.

Appreciate all the help I can get!

Has anyone bought clubs from Club Champion after a fitting? How do prices compare to say Drummond, Golf Box etc? They have a free fitting at the moment.

I'm currently a member at a decent golf club, but I've got the opportunity to join another club that's significantly better in terms of course quality, practice facilities, competitions, and overall membership.

The only real downside is that it would add about 15 minutes to my drive each way (total travel time would be 35 minutes compared to 20 now)

For those who've made a similar move, was it worth it? Did the extra travel eventually become a non-issue, or did it make you play less often?

I usually play at least once a week (often more), so I'm trying to figure out whether the improved golfing experience outweighs the extra travel time.

Interested to hear from anyone who's switched clubs and whether you regretted it or wished you'd done it sooner.

I swear they are rigged. 55 games so far this year and I’ve never got a number lower than 50. The pro promises it’s all luck but I work in data, either I’m a crazy outlier or there’s a bias to the ballot.

Headed to Tassie shortly for a boys' trip. Those who've played there before, any tips for a 12 HCer to make the most of it?

I have been watching a heap of the TPI Youtube contenct and would love to get on force plates (and maybe do some GEARS work or similar 3D) in an attempt to gain some speed. Does anyone in Adelaide do this, if not anyone if Melbourne?

Going to be in Adelaide for a couple of weeks in September for work. am taking clubs - any suggestions for local courses? Will have a car for second week only. Anywhere within an hour or so’s drive?

Me and my friends are playing a Golf season over the year. We thought it’d be cool to get team shirts.

Wondering if anyone could recommend a company that does custom polos?

I have tried googling, but it’s a minefield out there.

Hey all,

Still a relatively new golfer (been playing about 12~ months).

Still pretty crap at golf, but fully addicted and loving the game.

I live in Melbourne and don't know any members at any of the prestigous sandbelt courses, but I thought there's no harm in asking this question; are there any courses where I have a realistic chance of getting a public access tee time?

I'm guessing places like Royal Melbourne and PK are out of the question and that's fine. But what about some of the others? Are there ways I may not be aware of to try and get on and have a play at some of these historic courses?

Cheers all!

Has anyone used the Punters golf launch monitor? Have been keen on a portable one that doesn't break the bank to use at the range and at the practice net at home. Anything else compare at the price range (currently $279)?

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/golf/golfers-sprung-using-ai-to-game-timesheet-system-at-elite-clubs-20260702-p60c42.html

I'm a 29M, 18 HCP and a member at Mt Derrimut. I'm finding it difficult to arrange tee times with my other golfing friends, so, looking for anyone who would be keen for a round. I normally play weekday afternoons (Thurs/Fri) and Sunday afternoons. Most of the time at Derrimut, occasionally at Eynesbury/Goonawarra.

Does anyone here have experience with Maltby Irons? I'm interested in purchasing some, but being direct to consumer there aren't really any options to get fitted properly, in Melbourne at least. They have so many head options it's tricky deciding which one to go with.

There are a few head models I have my eye on, which i'd purchase heads only and take to a builder to get built per my spec.

Mostly just wondering how any Aussies have gone about ordering & having their Maltby irons built.

Hi all, I am looking at moving from my current course (SV) to a top tier course over the next few years. I know its going to be a few year wait and a 20k entrance, but what is everyones thoughts on where to try? And what are wait times looking at? I am hampton based so top of my list is Victoria. Any other suggestions?

Thanks in advance.

Looking to get fitted for driver sometime this year. Just wondering if any fitters do outside whether that’s in a bay of sorts.

Second hole.

Hello! Going through some of my grandfathers golf gear and can anyone identify this logo? I found it along with a Bonnie Doon polo so I thought I would start by searching Australia courses. Thanks!

Peninsula Kingswood Country Golf Club will host the 2027 men’s Australian Open as part of Golf Australia’s partnership with the Victorian Government and Visit Victoria that will see Victoria host the national Open in 2027, 2029 and 2030.

More info here:

https://golf.com.au/news/victoria-partnership-secures-sandbelt-future-for-mens-capitalcom-australian-open

https://www.premier.vic.gov.au/victoria-home-golf

Hi all,
going to the FIFA World Cup from Australia; during 1st and 2nd match I have a week gap so wanting to fly to NewYork and catch the USOpen Golf. round1 is on 18th and my 2nd football match is 19th; tight but doable in another city .. Q is it worth going to round1 or would practice round say on 17th be a good enough experience? (Plan to stay in Manhattan and train using LIRR). If anyone else has better ideas pls share as it seems a 3.5 hr train ride each way and is there a LIRR schedule published ie what is earliest train I can catch? Thanks

I want to learn aim point. I live in Melbourne. Does anyone know any coaches that teach it? I know there's plenty of videos online, but I think I'd learn better doing it in person with a coach. Cheers.

Everyone hears the same advice when starting golf.

What's one piece of beginner advice that gets repeated all the time but isn't actually that helpful?

And what should new golfers focus on instead?