The Gerringong Golf Club, joined by Member for Gilmore Fiona Phillips, officially opened its new fuel storage tanks and cart wash bay on Wednesday morning.

Funded in part by a $17,500 grant from the Federal Government’s Stronger Communities Program, the project marks the first stage of the club’s long-term clubhouse development plans.

The new facilities will provide safer and more environmentally friendly ways to maintain the club’s golf carts, helping to improve compliance with fuel storage safety standards and reduce water use through recycling.

“It really is a delight to be able to fund projects that not only benefit our environment, but assist organisations that bring so much joy to people in our community,” Phillips said.

“These upgrades will improve safety for members, visitors and golf club staff and the water recycling facility will help keep the course looking fantastic as well.”

As one of the few golf courses in Australia where you can see the ocean from every hole, Gerringong Golf Club welcomes around 18,000 visitors each year. 

The upgraded infrastructure helps ensure the club continues to offer high-quality facilities for locals and tourists alike.

“This stunning golf course, in the most sublime location overlooking the ocean, is a huge attraction for visiting golfers who support our local economy and jobs year ‘round,” Phillips added.

Gerringong Golf Club was one of 17 community organisations in Gilmore to share in $134,500 worth of funding through Round 8 of the Stronger Communities Program.