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Commonwealth Golf Club

Commonwealth Golf Club is a spectacularly presented 18-hole championship golf course, located in the world-renowned golfing region of the Melbourne Sandbelt. Commonwealth is highly rated amongst Australia’s top championship golf courses and is a true test for golfers of all abilities. With a heritage dating back to 1920, the Commonwealth Golf Club is revered for its magnificent tree-lined fairways, strategic bunkering and subtle sloping greens which call for accurate shot making. Commonwealth has played host to a number of major golfing Championships, including the Australian Open, Women’s Australian Open and Victorian Open, as well as a number of National and State Amateur Championships. Commonwealth Golf Club is a private golf club where play is primarily restricted to members, however, green fee play is available for Interstate and International guests. Please contact the Golf Shop to request a tee time. Reciprocal club members may contact Commonwealth at any time to make arrangements for reciprocal member play.

Oakleigh South VIC

1.2 km away

Iconic 15th hole — Image credit: Airswing

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Kingston Heath Golf Club

Kingston Heath Golf Club is one of the premier golf clubs in Victoria, Australia. The course is situated on the Sandbelt region in the southeast suburbs of Melbourne. Kingston Heath has hosted numerous national championships, including twelve Australian Opens, two Australian Masters, and the 2016 World Cup of Golf. Most recently, the Club co-hosted the 2022 and the primary host for the 2024 Australian Open for men, women, and all abilities. Kingston Heath will be hosting the 2026 Australian Open and the 2028 Presidents Cup. Currently ranked number 22 in the world and number 11 outside of the United States, they are regarded by many, including some of the world's best golfers, as one of Australia's finest golf courses. Kingston Heath is renowned for its bunkering, which is visually stunning. It is full of all the strategic interest golfers expect of a fine course. A long course at over 6800 yards when it opened, it is now on the short side of what is regarded as 'championship' length but its genius is that it can still defend itself against the finest players. More importantly, it is a course to constantly stimulate and challenge those who play it with regularity. In 2021, Kingston Heath decided to expand its golf offering with the addition of The Furrows - a Short Course that complements the world-renowned Heath course.

Heatherton VIC

2.3 km away

View from Royal Exhibition Building — Image credit: Museums Victoria

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Royal Exhibition Building Dome Promenade

An icon of Melbourne’s history opens its doors to a unique view unseen for 100 years. With its origins steeped in history, the Royal Exhibition Building was built for the 1880 Melbourne International Exhibition. As a key attraction of the 1880 and 1888 international exhibitions, the Dome Promenade provided visitors a unique opportunity to overlook the gardens and view the Melbourne skyline. This guided experience allows visitors to once again be able to experience these spectacular views along with an exhibition that explores the building’s significant history and varied uses over time. The Royal Exhibition Building is beautiful inside and out—and a true landmark of Melbourne.

Carlton VIC

3.1 km away

Karkarook Park — Image credit: Parks Victoria

National Parks and Reserves

Karkarook Park

Karkarook Park is a recreational and environmental oasis, revegetated with indigenous plants. It's the perfect spot to connect with nature, watch the sunset across the lake and count how many different birds you can see from the pier. The 15-hectare lake is a haven for canoeing, kayaking or sailing. There's a small jetty along the trail — a good spot to drop a line and try your luck fishing. Get active and walk, jog or cycle around the 6km network of trails in the park. Enjoy a picnic with friends and family. Make use of the free electric barbecues or bring your own picnic to enjoy by the lake. At Dragonfly Picnic area, you'll find a playground and an observation tower that looks over the lake. There's plenty of space for you to walk, play and relax with your dog at Karkarook Park. Karkarook Park is part of an Aboriginal cultural landscape in the traditional Country of the Bunurong People. Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. Before your visit, please check the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website for updated changes of conditions and familiarise yourself with important bushfire safety information to ensure your experience is safe and enjoyable. For information about fires, Fire Danger Ratings and Total Fire Bans visit www.emergency.vic.gov.au

Heatherton VIC

3.3 km away

Huntingdale Golf Club

Entertainment Venues

Huntingdale Golf Club

Huntingdale Golf Club, located in the heart of Melbourne's world famous sandbelt region is one of Australia's premier championship golf courses, hosting more major tournaments than any other Club in Australia. Rising to fame in 1979 with the inaugural hosting of the Masters, Huntingdale has emerged as one of the most recognisable courses in Australia. Over the decades since, Huntingdale has played host to some of the most famous names in world golf including Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, Seve Ballesteros, Greg Norman and Tiger Woods. The state of the art clubhouse opened in August 2014, has won a number of design and building Awards and has been widely applauded as the best golf clubhouse in Australia. More recently, the Club embarked on a major course redevelopment in 2023 in partnership with renowned golf course architects OCM, with the project reaching completion in early 2026. This reflects the Club's ongoing commitment to maintaining Huntingdale's place among Australia's most celebrated courses. As a private golf club, a game of golf at Huntingdale offers an exclusive, unique experience that, outside of their members is only available to interstate and international guests.

Oakleigh South VIC

3.3 km away

Naked Racer Museum

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Naked Racer Moto Co.

Naked Racer Moto Co., established in 1988, is a renowned classic and vintage motorcycle dealership and museum located in Cheltenham. Celebrated for their rich heritage, they boast a vast collection of over 250 rare motorcycles, making them a premier destination for enthusiasts. At Naked Racer Moto Co., they offer comprehensive workshop services, ensuring meticulous care and restoration of vintage bikes. They also host the Classic Racer Club, Inc., a community for like-minded individuals passionate about classic motorcycles. Beyond their impressive collection and services, Naked Racer Moto Co. features the Naked Racer Bar Café. This vibrant spot provides a unique blend of motorcycle culture and entertainment, serving as a social hub for riders and visitors alike. Open seven days a week, they welcome guests to immerse themselves in the world of motorcycles while enjoying great food and drinks. For a special experience, join us for dinner from Thursday to Saturday and enjoy live music on Friday and Saturday nights. Naked Racer Moto Co. stands out not only for our extensive inventory and expert services but also for their commitment to fostering a community around the love of classic motorcycles. Their combination of dealership, museum, workshop, and café makes them a unique and essential destination for motorcycle aficionados, reflecting their significant role in the motorcycle community.

Cheltenham VIC

4.2 km away

MoPA: Museum of Play and Art - Melbourne Children’s Museum

Amusement and Theme Parks

MoPA: Museum of Play and Art - Melbourne Children’s Museum

MoPA: Museum of Play and Art has now opened in Sandringham. The team's first Museum in Geelong quickly became one of Australia's most acclaimed children's museums, and now 'the band have gotten back together', and with funding contributed by the Australian Arts Counsel, they've build a truly world-class attraction in Melbourne's Bayside Suburbs, just 20-minutes drive from the CBD. Attracting thousands of visitors from all over the country, every single week, MoPA hosts a huge range of immersive exhibits and experiences that will entertain the kids all day. The on-site cafe provides a great selection of foods at very affordable pricing, and the coffee is amazing.

Sandringham VIC

4.3 km away

6th hole — Image credit: Gary Lisbon

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Sandy Golf Links

Sandy Golf Links is Melbourne's best public golf course, situated in the heart of Melbourne's famed Sandbelt and boasting some of Victoria's best greens. Sandy Golf Link is home to an 18 hole course and a 30-bay undercover golf driving range, with each bay featuring Top Tracer technology. Golfers of all levels, from beginners to single figure handicappers can enjoy an excellent challenge at Sandy Golf Links.

Cheltenham VIC

5.1 km away

Chadstone The Fashion Capital — Image credit: Chadstone

Entertainment Venues

Chadstone

Chadstone is Australia's leading lifestyle destination for local and international visitors. An all-encompassing retail experience, Chadstone features over 550 stores, home to more than 100 Australian brands and over 40 luxury brands - the largest under one roof in Australia. Chadstone offers the very best in food, with gourmet providores and fresh food specialists, and an impressive line-up of international restaurants, casual dining eateries and quick bite options - over 95 dining and fresh food outlets to choose from. Chadstone loves to entertain, and visitors looking to extend their shopping experience can relax in the HOYTS Cinema Complex where every seat reclines or visit Australia's only LegoLand Discovery Centre. Just 25 minutes from the Melbourne CBD, you can access Chadstone by car, bus, train or the Chadstone Tourist Shuttle, the free coach service that departs the city multiple times a day. Chadstone - is located on the way to Phillip Island's Penguin Parade, the Mornington Peninsula, Gippsland and the Yarra Valley/Dandenong Ranges. There is also a 250-room Hotel Chadstone Melbourne, MGallery Collection - a true sanctuary of style - which is connected to the centre by The Link, just a 30-second stroll.

Chadstone VIC

5.8 km away

LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Melbourne

Amusement and Theme Parks

LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Melbourne

LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Melbourne is the ultimate indoor LEGO® playground. Ideal for families with children aged three to 10, guests can enjoy a world of creativity, colour and building fun. With features including global and local landmarks made from over a million LEGO bricks in MINILAND to fun and exciting LEGO themed rides, there's something for everyone at LEGOLAND Discovery Centre. Watch as your favourite LEGO characters come to life in the 4D Cinema, or get hands-on with the thousands of LEGO bricks in themed build and play areas such as LEGO Racers: Build and Test, LEGO Friends, or DUPLO Farm. LEGOLAND Discovery Centre also offers multiple low-sensory mornings every year. Special accommodations include: reduction of light and sound, quiet spaces, reduced capacity. For more information and to book your session, visit the website.

Chadstone VIC

5.9 km away

Ricketts Point Marine Sanctuary

National Parks and Reserves

Ricketts Point Marine Sanctuary

Ricketts Point is the perfect place to introduce kids to the wonder of Victoria's underwater marine life. Sandstone platforms are home to an array of marine creatures and are excellent for rockpool exploration. During summer the beach is patrolled by the life-saving club, making it a great option for a summer family outing. Located just near Beaumaris in Melbourne's south east, Ricketts Point Marine Sanctuary is bordered by jutting cliffs of sandstone which have been worn down into a series of platforms, sea caves and offshore reefs, this site is easily accessible for all. Within the diverse range of habitats at this site, there are many plants and animals which can be found. Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. For the latest information on changes to local conditions, please visit the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website. Be bushfire ready in the great outdoors. Refer to the Bushfire Safety section on the Parks Victoria website for tips on how to stay safe.

Beaumaris VIC

6.7 km away

Braeside Park

National Parks and Reserves

Braeside Park

Braeside Park is an oasis of parkland nestled amongst golf courses, urban development and busy roads. As you stroll through the park's Red Gum grassy woodlands, heathland and around the wetlands, it's easy to forget you're surrounded by the suburbs. Children love exploring the large adventure playground, while their parents appreciate the parks many shady spots and the peacefulness of a playground surrounded by nature. The park has picnic areas with free electric barbeques for social gatherings, a community garden and easy walking and cycling trails. Braeside Park is open from sunrise to sunset. One-way spikes at the Lower Dandenong Road exit allow you to enjoy the park and leave at your leisure. Braeside Park is part of an Aboriginal cultural landscape in the traditional Country of the Bunurong People. Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. For the latest information on changes to local conditions, please visit the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website. Remember to stay bushfire ready using Emergency Victoria's website while in nature.

Braeside VIC

7.0 km away

Clarice Beckett: Paintings from the National Collection — Image credit: Bayside Gallery

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Bayside Gallery

Bayside Gallery in Brighton is a welcoming cultural destination set within the historic Brighton Town Hall, showcasing a vibrant program of free exhibitions, events and workshops. Featuring a mix of contemporary and historical Australian art and touring exhibitions, the Bayside Gallery offers something for all ages, from engaging visual art displays to hands-on creative activities. A highlight of the program is the nationally recognised Bayside Painting Prize, reinforcing the gallery's reputation for high-quality art and strong audience appeal. Located moments from Brighton Beach, cafés and the iconic bathing boxes, it's a perfect addition to a relaxed day out by the bay.

Brighton VIC

7.6 km away

Melbourne Holocaust Museum — Image credit: Melbourne Holocaust Museum

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Melbourne Holocaust Museum

The Melbourne Holocaust Museum was founded by a group of survivors in 1984 to honour Holocaust victims and support survivors and their descendants. Since then, they've collected more than 14,000 survivor testimonies and 12,000 historical artefacts. Every year, thousands of people visit to learn from the past. By amplifying the voice of Holocaust survivors, the museum serves to remember the six million Jewish people who died in the Holocaust. Through education, the Melbourne Holocaust Museum aims to combat darkness and prejudice, celebrate human resilience, and build a better future. The museum's main exhibition is Everybody Had a Name, which tracks life before the Holocaust to the rise of Nazism and the outbreak of World War Two. Throughout the exhibition, visitors encounter remarkable personal stories from those who survived and migrated to Melbourne. Follow in the footsteps of a survivor via a multimedia experience that offers a first-hand account of what it was like during the time and after. Built by a community of survivors, the Melbourne Holocaust Museum preserves experiences and legacies trough exhibition and art. Their special exhibition is Marking Memory by Kathy Temin.

Elsternwick VIC

9.1 km away

Rippon Lea Estate — Image credit: National Trust of Australia (Victoria)

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Rippon Lea Estate

Step into history and beauty at Rippon Lea Estate, a National Heritage Listed gem and one of Australia's finest examples of a 19th-century suburban estate. Located 20 minutes from the city centre in Melbourne's inner southeast, Rippon Lea offers an enchanting escape into Victorian high life, set amidst 14 acres of stunning gardens. Wander through the sweeping heritage grounds, marvel at the picturesque lake and waterfall, and explore through the original 19th-century fruit orchard and the largest fernery in the Southern Hemisphere - a lush haven of exotic plant life. Join a guided tour of the mansion to delve deeper into the Estate's rich history and architectural splendour and see inside its meticulously preserved rooms, each brimming with stories of opulence and grandeur. National Trust guides offer regular garden tours uncovering the horticultural treasures that lie within, and bird enthusiasts can embark on a Bird Spotting tour, where the Estate's hidden avian wonders come to life. Rippon Lea Estate is open year-round, providing a perfect backdrop for picnics on the sprawling lawns or by the tranquil lake. General admission includes entry to the garden, and separate tickets can be purchased for guided tours.

Elsternwick VIC

9.7 km away

Labassa Mansion

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Labassa Mansion

Labassa is an exuberantly decorated high Victorian mansion. Its vibrant history continued well into the twentieth century as home to a silent movie star, artists and bohemians. The interiors are a treasure of ornamental decoration with lavish Japanese wallpapers, ornate stained glass and a rare trompe l'oeil ceiling. Redeveloped in the French Second Empire style by German-born architect, John A. B. Koch, for owner Alexander William Robertson, the house was remodelled in 1889 into a thirty-five roomed mansion with views across Port Philip Bay. The tower is open to small tour groups on open days. Converted into flats in the 1920s, it functioned as a tenement until 1980. From housing post-war European immigrant families in the 1950s to the psychedelic haze of the 60s and 70s counterculture, Labassa's diverse history is ready for you to discover.

Caulfield North VIC

9.8 km away

Jells Park

National Parks and Reserves

Jells Park

Jells Park is nestled in the Dandenong Creek Valley, Wheelers Hill, away from the hustle and bustle of urban life. The park attracts over 900,000 visitors a year, with over nine kilometres of paths and trails, 127 hectares of wide open paces and enough picnic areas for everyone to enjoy. Trails and paths The main Dandenong Creek Trail runs north-south through Jells Park, linking the Eastlink Track, Scotchmans Creek pathway and the Knox bike track (near Nortons Park). All paths are multi-use so you can take your choice of cycling, jogging, or simply strolling. Jells Park has many barbecue and picnic areas. Jells Lake is a beautiful man-made feature with a variable water level that flows from the Dandenong Creek. No boating or canoeing is allowed. Fishing in Jells Lake is permitted only from the two larger jetties. Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. For the latest information on changes to local conditions, please visit the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website. Be bushfire ready in the great outdoors. Refer to the Bushfire Safety section on the Parks Victoria website for tips on how to stay safe.

Wheelers Hill VIC

10 km away

Strike Bowling Glen Waverley

Amusement and Theme Parks

Strike Bowling Glen Waverley

Located in the bustling Century City Walk, Strike Glen Waverley brings fun to the Suburbs. Complete with a cocktail bar and a fully-equipped kitchen there is a gourmet menu to suit all taste buds. Strike Glen Waverley showcases eight bowling lanes, a private karaoke room, pool tables and a next-generation escape room that will immerse you in a spooky experience like no other.

Glen Waverley VIC

10 km away

Museum of Australian Photography (MAPh)

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Museum of Australian Photography (MAPh)

The Museum of Australian Photography (MAPh; formerly Monash Gallery of Art/MGA) is the Australian home of photography. It champions Australian artists and inspires audiences to embrace, explore and value photography. It engages local, national and international audiences in arts and cultural experiences through its high-calibre exhibitions, prizes and programs. With an ambitious schedule, MAPh stages four large exhibitions, including one major art prize, each year. The Bowness Photography Prize has emerged as an important annual survey of contemporary photography practice in Australia and one of the most prestigious prizes in the country. More recently, the MAPh Foundation has partnered with Kee Wong to establish the Wai Tang Commissioning Award; MAPh members also have the opportunity to enter the annual 'LOOK!' Prize. A range of innovative and stimulating public programs and special events are held in conjunction with exhibitions, including artist talks, guided tours for schools and community groups, and concerts. The original part of the MGA building was designed by internationally renowned architect Harry Seidler. It remains the only formal art gallery space designed by Seidler. Situated in landscaped grounds with a sculpture park, and stunning views of the Dandenong Ranges, MAPh occupies a landmark site once home to an early homestead.

Wheelers Hill VIC

11 km away

Deakin University Art Gallery facade. Photo by Simon Peter Fox. — Image credit: Deakin University Art Collection and Galleries

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Deakin University Art Gallery

Deakin University Art Gallery provides an exciting venue for the university's program of exhibitions and arts events. These include curated exhibitions drawn from the university's Art Collection, group and solo exhibitions by significant contemporary Australian artists, travelling exhibitions, and selected student, staff and alumni work. Exhibitions run from mid-February to mid-December each year. For full details of the exhibition program please check the Art Gallery website. Closed public holidays.

Burwood VIC

11 km away

Shepherds Bush — Image credit: Parks Victoria

National Parks and Reserves

Shepherds Bush

Dawn is the best time of the day to listen for the wonderful calls and songs of native birds frolicking in the branches of the manna gums. Walking tracks and boardwalks meander through bushland and billabongs making the park an ideal spot for walking, sitting, bird watching and photography. Experience a natural oasis in the hustle and bustle of suburbia. Before you go Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. For the latest information on changes to local conditions, please visit the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website. Be bushfire ready in the great outdoors. Refer to the Bushfire Safety section on the Parks Victoria website for tips on how to stay safe.

Glen Waverley VIC

11 km away

Made In Earth Jewellery Gallery

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Made In Earth Jewellery Gallery

Nature Creates, They Enhance. Made in Earth's mission is to create and enhance your gemstone jewellery experience by offering a vast array of exotic and beautiful gemstones set in handcrafted sterling silver. Founded in 1999 by Bunny Bedi, the Head Designer and Creative Director, Bunny, had a vision of offering his gemstone collection to the public. Since then, Made in Earth has been one of the leading sterling silver and gemstone jewellery companies in the Australian market, offering beautiful and unique handcrafted jewellery. Located on Acland Street in St. Kilda, the industrial-inspired gallery carries an exclusive range of over 200 gemstones, crystals, fossils, and meteorites from across the globe, along with a 500 kilogram amethyst geode from Brazil taking centre stage. The ever-changing jewellery collection guarantees a unique visit every time.

St Kilda VIC

12 km away

Pirates — Image credit: Rush Escape Game

Amusement and Theme Parks

Rush Escape Game - St Kilda

Rush Escape Game provides adrenaline filled live escape game experiences to thrill seekers from all over the world. The goal is for every player of the game to feel the rush of escaping - others would refer to this experience as 'being in the zone' while researchers call it 'flow'. At the peak of this state you will feel great and perform at your best, action and awareness merge, time flies and self vanishes. If you have ever been involved in an activity or project where everything else was forgotten, then you will be familiar with this state. Rush Escape Game deliberately focuses on maximising fun, playing this game feels even more exciting and engaging as you realise that no one escapes alone, this means you will need to work together as a team to overcome all of the challenges. Co-operation, critical thinking, pattern recognition and fast decision making will be required, and before you know it, your primal survival and problem solving instincts will surface to help solve unusual puzzles, uncover clues, keys and codes with the ultimate aim of escaping.

St Kilda VIC

12 km away

Kids at Luna Park Melb — Image credit: Luna Park

Amusement and Theme Parks

Luna Park Melbourne

Step through the famous Mr Moon mouth at Lune Park in St Kilda to soak up the carnival atmosphere and rides that have entertained visitors for over 110 years. Brave the heights of the Great Scenic Railway for spectacular views of the city and stunning Port Phillip Bay, or view the amazing glow of the 6,000 lights adorning the magical and heritage Luna Park Carousel. Try out your skill at the dodgems, enter the Ghost Train if you dare, or simply get spinning, zooming, twirling and shrieking on the many rides and attractions with an Unlimited Ride Ticket. Soak up the spectacular festival vibes while enjoying delicious food and drinks, it's all about having fun at Luna Park. Can you even fit this all in one day? Please refer to the website for more details.

St Kilda VIC

12 km away

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