Spectator information | Australian Open
The 2023 ISPS HANDA Australian Open will move to Sydney with The Australian and The Lakes golf clubs set to host the prestigious tournament from November 30 - December 3.
Off the back of last year's world-first joint format, and with a sustained focus on inclusiveness, the Men’s Australian Open, Women’s Australian Open and Australian All Abilities Championship (AAAC) will again take to the course together to deliver four days of elite golfing action.
Kids aged 17 and under will be admitted FREE and do not require a pre-purchased ticket for entry
Be a part of this world-class event by securing your ISPS HANDA Australian Open tickets on Ticketek today!
Click to view the ISPS HANDA Australian Open interactive course map.
Note: Day tickets are valid across both courses and you can enter both on the same day. Please see shuttle information below.
Schedule of events
Purchase tickets & premium experiences via Ticketek Note: Men & women will play in alternating groups across both courses on Thursday & Friday and then at The Australian GC only on Saturday & Sunday.
The draw for Thursday will be available on Tuesday evening.
Those players who play at The Australian on Thursday will play at The Lakes on Friday.
Those players who play at The Lakes on Thursday will play at The Australian on Friday.
Monday 27th Nov
Practice day at both courses (closed to the public)
Tuesday 29th Nov (The Australian & The Lakes GC)
Gates open 6.30am
Practice day at both courses - Purchase Practice Day Pass through Ticketek
Wednesday 30th Nov (The Australian & The Lakes GC)
Gates open 6.30am
Pro-am day 7.30am shotgun (Both courses)
Practice day PM Purchase Practice Day Pass through Ticketek
Thursday 30th Nov (The Australian & The Lakes GC)
Gates open 6.30am
Championship round one from 7.00am
All Abilities round one
Friday 1st Dec (The Australian & The Lakes GC)
Gates open 6.30am
Championship round two from 7.00am
Men - Top 60 pros and ties plus amateurs.
Women - Top 32 pros and ties plus amateurs
Australian All Abilities round two
Saturday 2nd Dec (The Australian GC)
Gates open 6.30am
Family Day activities
Championship round three from 7.00am
Australian All Abilities final round and presentations
Sunday 3rd Dec (The Australian GC)
Gates open 6.30am
Championship round four from 7.00am
18th green presentation approx 5.30pm
Getting there and parking
Street Address
The Australian GC – 53 Bannerman Cres, Rosebery NSW 2018
Course access is via Gate 1 on Bannerman Cres or Gate 2 on Tunstall Ave for all spectators with a general admission or hospitality ticket.
The Lakes GC - Vernon Ave &, King St, Eastlakes NSW 2018
Course access is via Gate 1 on the corner of King St & Vernon Ave for all spectators with a general admission or hospitality ticket.
Please note - There is no onsite car parking at both The Australian Golf Club and The Lakes Golf Club. Patrons attending the tournament are advised to use public transport. People are encouraged to walk, cycle and use the bus, train or carpool to the event. For timetables, maps and trip planning visit www.transportnsw.info
Course maps Download PDF Course maps (The Australian GC & The Lakes GC) Interactive course map (The Australian GC)
Public carpark Limited car parking will be available on a first come first served basis at Royal Randwick Racecourse - EXCLUDING FRIDAY - (66 Ascot St, Kensington) . Cost will be $10 per car per day, payable at the entrance of the car park.
Shuttle buses Additional shuttle bus services will operate from the following locations:
Mascot Station : Stand D Bus Zone on Bourke St southbound outside the station Thursday & Friday to LGC (Gate 1) & AGC (Gate 1) from 6am to 8pm every 10-20mins. Saturday & Sunday to AGC (Gate 1) from 6am to 8pm (Sunday 7.30pm) every 10-15mins. Click here for a screenshot.
Royal Randwick Carpark: Public pickup zone in carpark at stands 1-5
Thursday to LGC (Gate 1) & AGC (Gate 1) from 6am to 8pm every 15-30mins.
Saturday & Sunday to AGC (Gate 1) from 6am to 8pm every 10-15mins.
Between Courses at AGC (Gate 1) to LGC (Gate 1)
Thursday & Friday only 6.30am to 7pm every 10/15mins.
Note: LGC shuttles in operation from Tues-Fri only.
Taxi and rideshare Pick up and drop off for taxis or rideshare will be located in close proximity to Gate 1 at both venues.
Public transport
To The Australian GC
Mascot Station is located 3.4km from The Australian GC (Gate 1). Bus 358 runs from Mascot Station to Gardeners Rd (9 min walk to AGC).
Please visit www.transportnsw.info for further information.
The Lakes GC
Mascot Station is located 2.9km from The Lakes GC.
Bus 306 runs from Mascot Station to The Lakes GC every 20 minutes.
Please visit www.transportnsw.info for further information.
Navigating the course
Spectators can move freely around the golf course but please stay outside the ropes.
Controlled crossing points, which are clearly marked by signposts and manned by course Marshals, should be used when crossing fairways.
Download PDF Course maps (The Australian GC & The Lakes GC)
The Australian GC Interactive Map
Ticketing
Ticketing at the venue Ticket booths will be located at the entry gates at both venues. Prices (inc GST) as follows:
Adult | Concession
Practice Day - $10
Any One Day - $33 | $23
Weekend - $55 | $39
Four-Day Season - $94 | $66
Concession includes seniors cards.
Free entry for kids aged 17 and under when accompanied by a paying adult.
TV Coverage
All four days of the event will be broadcasted live on the Nine Network and simulcast on Fox Sports & Kayo as follows:
Thursday 30th Nov: 12:00pm - 5.00pm (AEDT)
Friday 1st Dec | 112:00pm - 5.00pm (AEDT)
Saturday 2nd Dec | 2:00pm - 7.00pm (AEDT)
Sunday 3rd Dec | 1:00pm - 6.00pm (AEDT)
The only place to watch every upcoming event on the Challenger PGA Tour of Australasia live is on Fox Sports, available on Foxtel and Kayo. Sign up here.
Venue accessibility
The Australian Open is an accessible event and welcomes Companion Cards for spectators requiring assistance.
There will be designated accessible viewing areas as follows:
The Australian GC | 11th Green & 18th Green
Lakes GC | 9th Green & 18th Green
Accessible parking options may be arranged upon request.
General spectator information
Stay sun smart During the event, please ensure you are staying sun smart. Complimentary sunscreen, provided by Cancer Council New South Wales, will be made available in the Fan Village at both venues.
First aid Qualified First Aid personnel will be located in the Fan Village at both venues.
Mobile phones Mobiles phones are permitted on course but they must be kept on silent to avoid interrupting play. Note: No drones will be allowed on the premises at both venues.
Lost and found All lost property will be taken to the main Ticket Booth at Gate 1 at both venues.
Contact us For general enquiries about the event, please call the tournament office on (02) 8022 8560.
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