Effective since October 1, 2026, the agreement will ensure Queens Park Golf remains a publicly owned community asset while funding upgrades to the course, driving range, clubhouse and hospitality facilities. The precinct will also welcome four new padel courts, creating Geelong’s first dedicated padel destination.

City of Greater Geelong Mayor Cr Stretch Kontelj OAM said the agreement represented a strong outcome for the community and the long-term future of Queens Park Golf Course.

"Queens Park is loved by golfers, clubs, families, visitors and residents of all ages, and this is an exciting new chapter," Mayor Kontelj said.

"The signed agreement ensures that Queens Park Golf Course remains a publicly owned asset while securing significant private investment to improve facilities, create new participation opportunities and enhance the experience for everyone."

"The City will retain ownership of the site, ensuring Queens Park Golf continues to serve the community well into the future."

"The upgrades will help create a more welcoming and accessible precinct for people to play sport and connect socially, and the sport of padel will be a great addition."

Clublinks Chief Executive Officer Anthony Lawrence said the long-term lease would provide the certainty needed to invest in the facility and deliver a new vision for the precinct.

"We're thrilled to continue our established partnership with the City of Greater Geelong to revitalise Queens Park Golf Course. The 21-year lease gives us the certainty to invest in world-class facilities, improve course conditions and create an exceptional experience for golfers of all ages and abilities. Our vision is simple: to create a vibrant, inclusive space where everyone can play, laugh and connect. These investments will not only benefit golfers but create a destination that offers broader recreation, hospitality and social experiences for the entire community."

The planned works will deliver improvements across the course and wider facility, including a contemporary driving range expanded with TrackMan technology, a new fleet of 20 GPS-equipped EZ-GO golf carts and upgraded retail space.

Playing conditions will be improved through a long-term course renewal program and specialist maintenance services delivered in partnership with Fertool.

The development will also include a redeveloped pavilion and clubhouse, upgraded food and beverage offerings, and enhanced outdoor social spaces.

Planning and design work is expected to commence shortly, with procurement and construction anticipated throughout 2027, subject to approvals. The upgraded facilities are planned for completion in 2028.

Under the agreement, Clublinks will oversee day-to-day operations, facility maintenance and a staged course renewal program extending to 2039.

Upgraded community assets will ultimately return to the City at the conclusion of the lease term, delivering ongoing public benefit for future generations.