News

Peninsula Leisure to manage Centenary Park Golf Course

September 29, 2025

We would like to share some important and exciting news with you.

At its meeting on 8 September 2025, Frankston City Council resolved that when the current licence expires on 8 July 2026, management of the Centenary Park Golf Course will transition to Peninsula Leisure.

Centenary Park Golf Course is Frankston City’s leading public golf course. Originally established in 1938, the course was relocated to its current site in 1974 and named Centenary Park in 1986. The 18-hole, par 72 course is popular with locals and visitors, also offering a café, retail store and programs for golfers of all abilities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please see Frankston City Council Frequently Asked Questions here.

Facility Management

Who are Peninsula Leisure?

Peninsula Leisure is a subsidiary company wholly owned by Frankston City Council, charged with the management of Council’s aquatic and recreation facilities, including Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre, Pines Forest Aquatic Centre and Frankston Skate Park.

Why is Peninsula Leisure taking on a golf course?

Managing Centenary Park Golf Course is a natural extension of Peninsula Leisure’s commitment to activate, engage, and support the Frankston community. As a trusted facility management partner for Frankston City Council, Peninsula Leisure brings extensive expertise in delivering high-quality, community-focused sport and recreation experiences across PARC, Pines, and Frankston Skate Park, and we are excited to apply that same approach to the golf course.
This appointment reflects Council’s confidence in our proven ability to manage outstanding leisure facilities. Uniquely, as with PARC, any net surplus generated will be reinvested directly into the Frankston community, creating even greater opportunities for health, wellbeing, and social connection.

When will this happen?

Peninsula Leisure will commence management of Centenary Park Golf Course from July 2026.

Employee arrangements

Will Peninsula Leisure be recruiting Golf Course staff? What happens to the existing golf course staff?

Engagement with existing golf course staff is a priority for Peninsula Leisure. In the early stages of our work to transition the golf course to Peninsula Leisure Management, we are committed to ensuring existing staff working at the course have opportunities to remain at their current workplace as Peninsula Leisure’s employees, should they wish to do so.
All the usual PARC, Pines and Skate teams will be operating as normal.

Access & Memberships

Will my membership include access to Centenary Park Golf Course?

There are no immediate plans for reciprocal benefits across Peninsula Leisure facilities.
In the fullness of time we are open to exploring potential cross-over opportunities, where appropriate.

Programs & Services

What about our other facilities – PARC, Pines and Skate?

Delivering exceptional experiences at PARC, Pines, and the Skate Park remain a core priority, as always.
Managing Centenary Park Golf Course adds to our portfolio, but does not take focus away from our existing sites. Each site will continue to operate as usual.
Across all our facilities we will continue to live our purpose of creating YOUR place to be active, happy and connected – promoting active lifestyles for all ages, creating more opportunities for people to engage socially, and deliver wellbeing benefits across the municipality.

Will green fees or membership prices change?

Fees and charges are reviewed annually and recommended to Council for approval. This process will continue and is in alignment with the current course operator.

What new programs will be offered at the golf course?

At this stage, our priority is to meet and listen to the passionate golfing community, understanding what you enjoy about the course and what you would like to see in the future.
There are no immediate plans to change programming.

What does this mean for the Club and users?

Peninsula Leisure’s management of Centenary Park Golf Course will focus on maintaining the high-quality experience you know and love, while exploring opportunities to enhance participation and grow the game across the community.

I have questions, who can I speak to?

Please check back here regularly. This blog will be updated with the latest information, over time. If you have specific questions, please contact info@peninsulaleisure.com.au.

We’re excited to take on this new opportunity and can’t wait to share the next chapter of adventures with our community.

Kath Thom CEO and the Peninsula Leisure Team

Share this article

Thanks for having us today Karingal Hub!

We loved joining the Seniors Day event at Karingal Hub Shopping Centre, and building meaningful connections with our local seniors.

We had a great time chatting with the community about our Active Life membership, available to over 60s. Plus, there is still time to join in our FREE Seniors Festival classes at PARC, learn more via our blog here: https://parc.peninsulaleisure.com.au/events/seniorsfestival2025/

13 0

Open

Thanks for having us today Karingal Hub!

We loved joining the Seniors Day event at Karingal Hub Shopping Centre, and building meaningful connections with our local seniors.

We had a great time chatting with the community about our Active Life membership, available to over 60s. Plus, there is still time to join in our FREE Seniors Festival classes at PARC, learn more via our blog here: https://parc.peninsulaleisure.com.au/events/seniorsfestival2025/

There`s still time to complete our Customer Satisfaction Survey!

Our survey will close this Sunday 26 October, and we would love to hear your thoughts on your experiences at PARC.

The survey should take only around 10 minutes to complete and you will also go into the draw to win 1 of 3 $100 Rebel vouchers.

Complete the survey here – Link in bio

Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback.

#PARCFrankston #Satisfactionsurvey #Haveyoursay

2 0

Open

There's still time to complete our Customer Satisfaction Survey!

Our survey will close this Sunday 26 October, and we would love to hear your thoughts on your experiences at PARC.

The survey should take only around 10 minutes to complete and you will also go into the draw to win 1 of 3 $100 Rebel vouchers.

Complete the survey here – Link in bio

Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback.

#PARCFrankston #Satisfactionsurvey #Haveyoursay

🙋‍♀️🙋🙋‍♂️ Hands up (like Nic and Kristy here!) if you’re joining us at the Seaford Wetlands Fun Run!

Get ready to lace up PARC crew – the Rotary Peninsula 2.0 Seaford Wetlands Fun Run is back on Sunday 30 November.

Whether you’re fresh off the Melbourne Marathon buzz or just starting your running journey, this event is for everyone. Choose from 2km, 5km or 10km courses through the stunning Seaford Wetlands – walk, jog, or run at your own pace.

Want to build your confidence before race day? Join our PARC Fit Run Club! It’s open to all Full Access and Active Life members – no experience needed, no time limits, just good vibes and movement at your own pace. 5.30pm Mondays, book in via the App.

At the Fun Run, our PARC trainers will lead a warm-up session to get you race-ready, and our More People Can Swim team will host fun water safety activities for the kids.

Early bird pricing is on now. Learn more and register here: https://wetlandsfunrun.com.au/

34 1

Open

🙋‍♀️🙋🙋‍♂️ Hands up (like Nic and Kristy here!) if you’re joining us at the Seaford Wetlands Fun Run!

Get ready to lace up PARC crew - the Rotary Peninsula 2.0 Seaford Wetlands Fun Run is back on Sunday 30 November.

Whether you’re fresh off the Melbourne Marathon buzz or just starting your running journey, this event is for everyone. Choose from 2km, 5km or 10km courses through the stunning Seaford Wetlands - walk, jog, or run at your own pace.

Want to build your confidence before race day? Join our PARC Fit Run Club! It’s open to all Full Access and Active Life members - no experience needed, no time limits, just good vibes and movement at your own pace. 5.30pm Mondays, book in via the App.

At the Fun Run, our PARC trainers will lead a warm-up session to get you race-ready, and our More People Can Swim team will host fun water safety activities for the kids.

Early bird pricing is on now. Learn more and register here: https://wetlandsfunrun.com.au/

Spa closed tomorrow, Wednesday 22 October

Please be aware that our Spa is closed for maintenance tomorrow, on Wednesday 22 October.

The Steam Room, Sauna and Warm Water Pool remain open as normal.

W thank you for your understanding.

0 0

Open

Spa closed tomorrow, Wednesday 22 October

Please be aware that our Spa is closed for maintenance tomorrow, on Wednesday 22 October.

The Steam Room, Sauna and Warm Water Pool remain open as normal.

W thank you for your understanding.

Have you visited PARC recently? We’d love to hear from you! 💙

Participating in the survey will help us better understand how you use our Centre, help us find more ways to support you, and better improve your experience at PARC. We really value your input.

The survey will only take around 10 minutes to complete, and an incentive, all completed surveys go into the draw to win 1 of 3 $100 Rebel Sport Voucher!

Click the link to complete the survey – Link in bio

Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback.

#PARCFrankston #Satisfactionsurvey #Haveyoursay

1 0

Open

Have you visited PARC recently? We’d love to hear from you! 💙

Participating in the survey will help us better understand how you use our Centre, help us find more ways to support you, and better improve your experience at PARC. We really value your input.

The survey will only take around 10 minutes to complete, and an incentive, all completed surveys go into the draw to win 1 of 3 $100 Rebel Sport Voucher!

Click the link to complete the survey - Link in bio

Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback.

#PARCFrankston #Satisfactionsurvey #Haveyoursay

Behind the scenes: Fresh floors

Our gym floors have had a full deep clean this week, and they’re looking and feeling better than ever!

A huge thank you to the incredible team members from our Gym, Operations, and Group Exercise departments who volunteered for the night works to move equipment and make it happen without impacting member access.

With the support of our Assets & Facilities and Cleaning & Presentation teams what was planned as a three-night job was completed in just two – proof that many hands make light work!

Clean floors not only look great, but also help keep your workouts safe and enjoyable. See you in the gym soon!

62 0

Open

Behind the scenes: Fresh floors

Our gym floors have had a full deep clean this week, and they’re looking and feeling better than ever!

A huge thank you to the incredible team members from our Gym, Operations, and Group Exercise departments who volunteered for the night works to move equipment and make it happen without impacting member access.

With the support of our Assets & Facilities and Cleaning & Presentation teams what was planned as a three-night job was completed in just two - proof that many hands make light work!

Clean floors not only look great, but also help keep your workouts safe and enjoyable. See you in the gym soon!

Unplug24
Join us in going off social media for a day on 24 October.

Next Friday, on Friday 24 October, we are joining Unplug24, a 24-hour break from social media in solidarity with SmackTalk – an organisation founded by local Wayne Holdsworth to honour his son, Mac, and raise awareness around suicide prevention.

Unplug24 encourages us to step away from social media and reconnect offline to:
🔌 Protect mental health
🔌 Raise awareness to prevent suicide
🔌 Support vital education and awareness programs

Last year, more than 134,000 people took part, proving that sometimes the most powerful connection is offline. This year, SmackTalk is aiming to reach over a million participants in Australia and around the world.

Let’s join together and unplug from all social media for the day – at work and at home – to show our support for this important cause.

Register to join now: https://www.unplug24.smacktalk.com.au/

#Unplug24 #smaktalk

0 0

Open

Unplug24
Join us in going off social media for a day on 24 October.

Next Friday, on Friday 24 October, we are joining Unplug24, a 24-hour break from social media in solidarity with SmackTalk – an organisation founded by local Wayne Holdsworth to honour his son, Mac, and raise awareness around suicide prevention.

Unplug24 encourages us to step away from social media and reconnect offline to:
🔌 Protect mental health
🔌 Raise awareness to prevent suicide
🔌 Support vital education and awareness programs

Last year, more than 134,000 people took part, proving that sometimes the most powerful connection is offline. This year, SmackTalk is aiming to reach over a million participants in Australia and around the world.

Let’s join together and unplug from all social media for the day – at work and at home – to show our support for this important cause.

Register to join now: https://www.unplug24.smacktalk.com.au/

#Unplug24 #smaktalk

Celebrate National Children`s Week with a fun day for under 5s!

Join our `More People Can Swim` Team on Wednesday 22 October at Jubilee Park Stadium, where we will be running important, interactive water safety activities for children and parents as part of Frankston City Council`s Children’s Week Celebration Event!

This year’s theme is “Everyone should know about Children’s Rights”.

🗓 When: Wednesday, 22 October
📍 Where: Jubilee Park Stadium, 83R Hillcrest Rd , Frankston Vic 3199
⏰ Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm

The event is free but numbers are limited so please RSVP via this link below:
https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1425350

1 0

Open

Celebrate National Children's Week with a fun day for under 5s!

Join our 'More People Can Swim' Team on Wednesday 22 October at Jubilee Park Stadium, where we will be running important, interactive water safety activities for children and parents as part of Frankston City Council's Children’s Week Celebration Event!

This year’s theme is “Everyone should know about Children’s Rights”.

🗓 When: Wednesday, 22 October
📍 Where: Jubilee Park Stadium, 83R Hillcrest Rd , Frankston Vic 3199
⏰ Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm

The event is free but numbers are limited so please RSVP via this link below:
https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1425350

Follow on Instagram

PENINSULA LEISURE

PARC

News