Lakelands Golf Club

Golf Course

The club features an 18-hole championship course, par 72, designed by Jack Nicklaus. The yardages by tee are Black 6,489 yards, Blue 6,142 yards, and White 5,814 yards. The course is described as an international-standard layout with Nicklaus-style bunkering and water features, highlighting the signature 14th hole. For more details, refer to the scorecard.

Tournaments and Events

The club hosts regular competitions, including the annual Club Championships, with the next event scheduled for 25 October, 26 October, and 1 November 2025. An annual competition calendar is published, and the club also organizes corporate golf and event competitions. More information can be found on the club's website.

Lessons and Instructions

Individual and group lessons are available with PGA-certified professionals, including Craig Chandler, Michael Sim, Wayne Armstrong, Anne Wilson-Lawrence, and Jenny Jones. Weekly ladies clinics are offered on Thursdays and Saturdays. For booking lessons, please contact the Golf Department or Pro Shop. Further details are available on the membership options page.

Facilities and Services

The club provides a full-length driving range, range ball sales, and a Pro Shop on-site that handles booking and range-ball services. Full locker-room facilities are available, and motorised/shared carts are included with visitor green fees. The clubhouse, restaurant, and function rooms overlook the course. For more information, visit the facilities page.

Dining Options

Signatures Restaurant & Bar is open to the public, members, and guests. The bar generally operates daily, while the kitchen serves breakfast from 9:00 to 11:00 and lunch from 11:00 to 15:00. Reservations are recommended, and a smart casual dress code applies. Trading hours may vary depending on course occupancy; further details can be found on the restaurant page.

Social Events

The club offers function facilities for meetings, presentations, and social events. Available rooms include the Augusta Room, Nicklaus Room, and a Boardroom, with in-house catering and event packages provided. More information is available on the functions page.

Weddings

The club serves as a venue for wedding receptions and offers ceremony and reception facilities with lake and course views. It was recognized as the number one golf course wedding venue on the Gold Coast in 2016 and 2017. For inquiries, please refer to the functions page.

Visitor Access Policy

Public tee times are available every day, and all visitor bookings must be made online through the club's public booking system, with prepayment recommended for the best rates. Green fees effective from 1 July 2024 are AUD 140 from Monday to Thursday, AUD 150 from Friday to Sunday, and AUD 160 on public holidays, all including shared motorised carts. Groups of 20 or more are advised to email corporate@lakelandsgolfclub.com.au. Changes or refund requests must be made 48 hours in advance. A neat dress code is required on the course.

Seasonal Operations

The Pro Shop and driving range typically open at 6:00 am from Wednesday to Monday and at 7:00 am on Tuesday, with public holidays starting at 7:00 am. The clubhouse and restaurant hours are published, with the clubhouse open from 8:00 am Sunday to Friday and 7:30 am on Saturday. Trading and closing times may vary depending on course occupancy.

Golf Shop

The on-site Pro Shop sells range balls and handles visitor booking inquiries and lesson bookings. For contact details, visit the golf shop page.

Community Engagement

The club engages with the local community by running weekly clinics, offering lessons with PGA professionals, hosting club competitions and corporate golf events, and providing function and wedding facilities for local businesses and residents. More information can be found on the membership options page.

Membership Options

Multiple membership categories are available, including 7-Day Full and 5-Day Full memberships, Junior memberships (on application), Corporate Memberships (with 40 or 80 access passes), and Associate memberships (including one round with subsequent rounds at a discounted rate). Full membership information is available for download on the membership options page.

Member Benefits

Members enjoy several benefits, including reserved tee times, a 10% discount on food and beverages at Signatures Restaurant, shared motorised carts included with rounds, handicap and PIP insurance, online bookings up to 15 days in advance, event/function hire discounts, discounted range balls, and optional locker/bag storage. More details can be found on the membership options page.