Shape future planning of Oakleigh Golf Course
Published on 03 October 2023
Monash Council is planning for the future of the Oakleigh Golf Course, and we are inviting residents and community members to help us do this.
At its meeting on 26 September, Council resolved to seek feedback from the community on two options for the land that makes up Oakleigh Golf Course:
- Retain the 9-hole golf course, or
- Transform the site into a regional park.
Importantly, Council is committed to the land remaining as open space and no other options are being considered.
Monash Mayor, Cr Tina Samardzija, looks forward to hearing from the community.
“We are considering our future open space and sporting infrastructure needs to ensure we are making the most of the space we have available in Monash.
“Our open space strategy identified the need to meet the current and future needs of the community close to where they live work and play by providing a range of functions for social, physical, and environmental experiences.
“Consulting with our community will help to ensure that a crucial Council asset is providing the highest value and community benefit possible.
“We understand and respect the important role that golf has played at the site for many years, and Council will directly engage with Golf Australia, Oakleigh Golf Club, Oakleigh Veterans Golf Club, and casual golfers to ensure the views of current users are acknowledged and considered.
“I encourage everyone to provide feedback and help us to consider the future for this important source of open space in Monash,” said Cr Samardzija.
Preliminary concept designs for both future golf and regional parks have been prepared to help people provide feedback:
How to get involved
View the concept plans and provide feedback at Shape Monash before Thursday 30 November.
Speak to us in person at Oakleigh Golf Course on:
- Thursday 12 October from 4.30-6.30pm
- Saturday 21 October from 10am-12pm
For more information, details about current course usage and open space in Monash, visit shape.monash.vic.gov.au/oakleigh-gc before 30 November.
For media enquiries, contact sean.ross@monash.vic.gov.au