City of Kwinana Mayor Peter Feasey said the decision was about securing the future of golf in Kwinana while creating new opportunities for residents, visitors and future generations.
“Our vision is to create a modern golfing destination that existing members are proud to call home, while making the sport more accessible and encouraging more people to experience the course,” Mayor Feasey said.
The current clubhouse, irrigation system and supporting infrastructure are approaching the end of their useful life and require significant investment.
In addition to addressing these infrastructure needs, the City will explore opportunities to create a vibrant community and recreation destination.
With golf being one of Australia’s fastest-growing participation sports, with strong growth among women, juniors and families, opportunities being considered include an improved clubhouse and hospitality offering, modern function spaces, enhanced practice and coaching facilities, a technology-enabled driving range, 9-hole executive course under lights, mini golf, and improved public spaces and visitor amenities.
“These opportunities would allow people to play, practise, learn, socialise and spend time with family in one welcoming destination,” Mayor Feasey said.
“This is about creating a facility that reflects how people enjoy golf and recreation today, while supporting healthy lifestyles, social connection, local tourism and economic activity.”
The City believes the project has the potential to become a significant regional recreation destination serving Kwinana and the wider southern metropolitan area.
Although the course is transitioning to a City-managed model, the Kwinana Golf Club will continue to operate as a sporting club and remain an important part of the facility’s future.
The City is working with the Club to define its ongoing role in competitions, membership and player engagement as the City assumes responsibility for managing the course, infrastructure and future investment.
“The Kwinana Golf Club has a proud history and has made an enormous contribution to golf in our community and we are committed to working closely with the Club, its members, players and staff throughout the transition,” Mayor Feasey said.
There will be no immediate changes to memberships, competitions, bookings, public access or day-to-day operations.
Any future redevelopment will be subject to detailed planning, business case assessment, financial modelling and community consultation before final decisions are made.