The President’s Message

Royal Queensland is proudly the leading golf club in Queensland. We have a highly regarded golf course, a full complement of Members, a healthy waiting list, significant cash reserves, and a happy and engaged cohort of Members.

In addition to these assets, we have an opportunity on the Eastern Land to expand our current course, or to add additional playing capacity. Space to grow is a unique and valuable commodity for inner city golf clubs.

Over the last decade, the Club’s leadership has focussed on the global challenges facing the golf industry, as social trends and a perceived decline in the popularity of our sport caused significant concern. Our strategy and our investment decisions were driven by the need for new Members, and to grow our service base to reduce our financial dependence on annual subscription increases.

In the midst of a global pandemic, it is impossible to forecast whether the recent rise in golf’s popularity is a phase or a trend, but Royal Queensland is well positioned in either case. This plan shows a discernible shift in focus, as we grow in confidence that we can attract and retain Members to our Club regardless of industry trends. Our planning reflects the feedback from Members that our golf course is our most important asset, and we expect that the next ten years will bring a renewed focus on improving course condition and playability.