What a sensational course so close to the City of Melbourne.

The fairways are well groomed, very wide and open. Much of the scrub and bush has been removed so we were able to find all our balls that drifted off the fairway in the numerous sand scrapes or heavy grass bordering the fairways. Nobody lost a ball.

But it was the greens that really made the round. Soft enough to land a long iron, but superfast with subtle breaks when putting. The putting was so pure making your read of the green absolutely critical. We all accumulated three putts as distance control proved challenging, but a well aimed and executed putt went exactly where it should.

The numerous bunkers were well maintained, raked and with sufficient sand to give you confidence to attack the pin. A true test of skill.

Overall a fantastic day on a course that is wide and open, lots of fun, plus a true test of your golf skills. It feels far removed and secluded from the adjoining neighbourhood (you could be anywhere, not in suburban Melbourne).

I understand the green improvement program is nearing completion so it is now a great time to visit this Melbourne Gem.