Perfect for Beginners, New Short Course Opens at Keperra

One of our regions premier golfing destinations Keperra Country Golf Club (KCGC), has recently extended their golf offerings with the unveiling of a new pristine Short Course on the 9th June.

Since opening, the Club that is known for its unique course layout first class conditioning all year round, has been receiving great feedback about the new addition. The Short Course comprises of 6 holes ranging from 30m to 65m, making it a great opportunity for emerging and junior golfers to experience golf without the pressures of being on the main course.

Originally used as a warm up driving range for members, the team at KCGC were keen to make use of the land that would benefit the variety of golfers that now frequent the club, and accommodate the rise of junior golfers they have seen at their golf clinics since being awarded Queensland’s Best Junior Development Program at the Golf Industry Awards. When the opportunity arose through the State Government’s Game Day Grant Program to implement the innovative new development, the club grasped it with both hands and construction began in November 2022 only taking 5 weeks to complete prior to a 6 month ‘grow in’ stage.

‘Designed by David Burrup in conjunction with the Club itself, the Short Course has a multitude of benefits, but is not just ascertained to the juniors amongst us as Membership,’ Partnership & Hospitality Manager for KCGC explains.

‘The practice facility which will double as a short course will be a great asset for the Club, and especially for those learning the game via our many Clinics,’ said Mr Dash.

‘The ability to provide an exclusive and safe designated golfing area means people of all skill levels can develop their confidence and when ready, take to our course proper and enjoy the game of golf with friends and family.’

Furthermore, one of the holes (28th) on the Short Course has been made larger than the rest. As some of the locals amongst us may remember, in March of 2022, one of the holes on the course experienced major flood damage. It is anticipated that if an event like this does arise again, the course will now be able to incorporate the 28th hole from the Short Course into the Course proper so golfers can still experience a full 18 holes. Short Courses have become increasingly popular in recent times with the great range of benefits they offer to the golfing community and this course will be the third of its kind in Brisbane to come to the fore.

For more information about Keperra Golf Club, their Junior and Ladies clinics, please contact www.keperragolf.com.au