Martin
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Ocean Dunes is a very challenging golf course set on the beautiful eastern coastline of King Island. I have just turned 60 and decided to walk the course. I’m glad I did.
Cam (Head Pro) and his wife, Amanda, were very welcoming. They were very friendly and helpful.
Weather conditions were dry with 35km/h westerly winds which is the main prevailing wind off the Bass Strait in these parts.
I’m a 10 handicap and played off the second hardest tees (Blue) scoring 100. The front nine were particularly testing especially into the wind. If you miss the fairway, you are into thick fescue and you will do well to find your ball. Not only that, you have venomous snakes to contend with as well. Two were seen on the day. I lost four balls on the F9 and scored 58.
It is really important to have a conservative strategy and be prepared to play some of the par 4s as a par 5 especially in to the wind.
Keeping the ball flight low is key around here. Low punch shots and stingers are the order of the day.
The greens were firm and consistent if a little on the slow side. The wind not only moved the ball in the air, but also on the greens too.
Another tip, if you do find your ball in the rough, consider taking an unplayable. It is that tough to move your ball forward.
Green fees are AU$205 and this course is worth every penny. It’s a real challenge and I suggest that you accept the odd high score here and there, and just enjoy the day.
The B9 is much easier with wider fairways and some large greens. I scored 42 which I am really happy about.
There are no members and I only saw three other groups all day. And this was a Saturday.
Clean and place to a club handle is currently in place.
The course has recently been taken over by a Melbourne consortium and the future is looking promising with a new clubhouse underway ready for 2026.
Bring plenty of balls because you will lose them.
Take your time and appreciate the beauty of this impressive golf course.
