
New Town Bay Course
New Town Bay Golf Club

About this course
New Town Bay Golf Club sits on the western shore of the Derwent River in Hobart's inner northern suburbs, occupying a narrow strip of land between the river and the hillside. The course was established in 1902, making it one of Tasmania's oldest golf clubs and a fixture in the state's golfing history. The layout has evolved over more than a century, shaped by the constraints of its riverside site and the need to accommodate a full eighteen holes within limited acreage. The terrain is relatively flat near the water but rises gently toward the western boundary, and the routing makes efficient use of the available ground. Several holes run parallel to the Derwent, offering views across the water toward the city and Mount Wellington beyond. The course character reflects its parkland setting, with mature trees lining many fairways and defining playing corridors. The proximity to the river introduces wind as a regular factor, particularly on the more exposed holes along the shoreline. New Town Bay serves a local membership and provides accessible golf within Hobart's urban area. The club has hosted Tasmanian state amateur events and regional competitions over the decades, contributing to the development of golf in the state. The course layout emphasizes accuracy and course management rather than length, typical of older Australian metropolitan courses built on constrained sites. The clubhouse overlooks the river and maintains the traditions of a long-established member club.
Quick facts
- Location
- Hobart, Tasmania, AU
- Access
- Public
- Holes
- 9
- Par
- 32
- Length
- 1,808 metres
Getting there
The journey to New Town Bay Golf Club begins at Hobart International Airport, a compact gateway positioned just fifteen minutes north of Tasmania's capital. The drive into the city follows the Tasman Highway along the Derwent River's western shore, where glimpses of Mount Wellington's dolerite summit punctuate the skyline. As you transition into Hobart's inner northern suburbs, the urban fabric softens into tree-lined residential streets, and New Town Bay reveals itself as a quietly distinguished parkland layout tucked between the river and the foothills - a serene retreat mere minutes from the city center yet worlds removed from its bustle.

FAQ
Common questions about New Town Bay
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Yes. New Town Bay is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at New Town Bay is 32.
New Town Bay plays 1,808 metres from the back tees on Course Vaults.
New Town Bay is a 9-hole course.



