Enhancement Works: The Palms golf course Hole 17

We are pleased to announce the next stage of The Palms Golf Course Enhancement Plan, with works set to commence on hole 17 next week. 

To minimise disruption to members now, and in 2026 when the hole will be completed following the Australian WPGA Championships, works will commence during the course closure renovation period from Monday 27 October to Monday 17 November 2025. This will allow partial construction of the hole to be completed while the course is not being used for play by members. 

We anticipate that the construction work will take 4–5 weeks with good weather, and with suitable growing conditions, we aim to re-open hole 16 early in the new year. Hole 17 will remain open throughout, as the new tee being constructed will not be in play until the enhancement works are completed. To ensure hole 16 can reopen as quickly as possible, hole 20 will be brought into play when the course reopens following renovations.

The primary objective of this stage is to extend hole 17 into a par 5, maintaining the course’s overall par 70 with the change to hole 10 to a par 4.

Key works will include:

• the construction of a sandstone retaining wall to contain the existing 16th tees and the new 17th black tee, creating a striking visual feature and ensuring long-term structural stability
• a new blue tee complex will be constructed approximately 30 metres behind the current tees, increasing versatility and shot options
• several palm trees will be strategically transplanted, fauna removed on certain parts of the hole, and;
• a new cart path will connect the tee complex to the existing network, improving access and circulation.

These works form part of the Club’s broader enhancement plan, developed in partnership with Crafter & Mogford Golf Strategies, continuing our commitment to world-class playing surfaces, thoughtful course design, and an exceptional member and guest experience.

We thank members for their continued patience and support as we progress with further enhancements to The Palms golf course.