Hi,

I realise some posts may have already covered this off, but even now they may be out of date.

I’m seeking advice on which golf club in the South/East area of Melbourne are the best to join, from a value for money perspective.

I’m looking at fairly conservative costs – say around the $2k per annum, ideally with no joining fees. Courses that I’ve heard about but not yet payed on are Southern, Spring Valley, Keysborough and Ranfurlie.

Love to hear from your experience which ones you like, or would avoid. If anyone is aware of the latest costs/fees – that’s great also.

My three recommendations are : Keysborough, Woodlands and Long Island. All great courses in prestine condition with very friendly memberships. All are $2k+ pa but provide the best playing conditions. Give all three a call and enquire re joining fees.

I can certainly recommend Woodlands as a good course to join.

If you are younger than 35 years old, the memberships get cheaper too and also quite easy to become a member, fee schedules are on the website I believe for your interest.

Members are very friendly and the course is challenging and well kept (especially in summer). Short game will improve a lot from playing there (it needs too:P).

Woodlands looks great actually – but the joining fee is just too high, I cannot justify it. I would definately try and join it, as the course is so highly ranked versus the others. Do they waive joining fees or have specials from time to time?

No specials, but you can pay the joining fee over 5 years. Spread the damage:P.