Bayside Council has signed an agreement with Swing Factory that will see the Barton Park Driving Range in Riverine Park developed into a new community recreation facility.
The Barton Park Driving Range has been an iconic part of Riverine Park since the 1980s and this agreement represents an opportunity to create an exciting new facility for all level of golfers, as well as recreational users, families and the broader community.
The proposed development will feature:
- 56 premium driving range bays across two levels, all featuring integrated Toptracer Range technology and adjoining lounge areas.
- Premium outdoor dining terraces, cabanas and event spaces.
- An architecturally designed 18-hole mini golf course.
- Four pickleball and two padel courts.
- A modern clubhouse incorporating food and beverage facilities.
- Flexible indoor and outdoor event spaces catering for corporate functions, community events, private celebrations and children parties.
Bayside Mayor Edward McDougall said
"Bayside Council is committed to providing world-class facilities that our Bayside community can enjoy for generations to come," Mayor Edward McDougall said.
"Riverine Park is an incredible sporting and recreational hub in the heart of Bayside. The golf driving range has been in this location since the 1980s and is in need of an update. I am confident this new facility will ensure lasting benefits for golfers, recreational park users, families and the wider community to enjoy."
Swing Factory CEO Erich Weber said
"We are delighted to be working with Bayside Council on this exciting project and appreciate their collaborative approach throughout the process," Swing Factory CEO Erich Weber said.
"The is an opportunity to deliver something special that serves avid golfers, recreational seekers, families and the broader community alike."
