Story: Teeing Off In Paradise
Presenter: Trevor Cochrane
Air Date: 28 June 2025

Tucked away on a volcanic seamount in the Indian Ocean, Christmas Island Golf Course offers a uniquely remote and rugged golfing experience—where land crabs roam the fairways, local legends thrive, and every round comes with a view and a warm island welcome.

• Located 2,600 km north-west of Perth, this 9-hole course sits atop a volcanic seamount in the Indian Ocean, making it Australia’s northernmost and one of its most remote golf courses.
• Welcoming players of all skill levels—from seasoned golfers to first-timers and families—with rounds priced at just $15 and clubs available for hire at the Visitor Centre.
• Established in 1955, the course is steeped in local charm, including a unique rule to account for land crabs stealing golf balls—a feature unlike anywhere else in the world.
• Run by local volunteers, the course hosts weekly social events such as Ladies’ Golf on Wednesdays, Men’s Scroungers on Fridays, and inclusive weekend competitions that bring the community together.
• Often described as “paradise” by those who play there, the course offers rugged beauty, warm hospitality, and the occasional crab to dodge mid-round.
• Home to the famous “X hole”, this playful and mysterious par-X is a highlight of the course and a must-play for visitors seeking something truly different.

For more information, head to:
christmas.net.au