Melbourne Cup Luncheon

Description

The Melbourne Cup Luncheon takes place at Wynyard Golf Course on November 3, 2026. This open competition features Stableford scoring, offering golfers an engaging format to test their skills. The event combines the tradition of the Melbourne Cup with a golf outing, making it a distinctive gathering for players of all abilities.

Wynyard Golf Course

Tasmania, Australia

Wynyard Golf Course is a nine-hole layout situated on a peninsula between the Inglis River and Bass Strait in Wynyard, Tasmania. The course benefits from stunning natural surroundings, with Fossil Bluff and Table Cape providing a magnificent backdrop to many holes. A defining characteristic of the course is that water is visible from every hole, adding both visual appeal and strategic challenge to the layout. The scenic coastal setting and water features throughout the course create an engaging playing experience with varied difficulty. The club hosts regular competitions and tournaments, including events like the Capitalcorp Twilight Chicken Run and Melbourne Cup Luncheon, demonstrating an active competitive calendar. The course also participates in reciprocal club arrangements and maintains historical records of results. Facilities include a bar and catering, with the club accommodating weddings and functions alongside its golf operations. The course serves both members and public players through green fee arrangements, and actively promotes golf participation through programs like Golf Australia's "Get into Golf" initiative.