The City of Kwinana has unveiled its long-term vision to transition the Kwinana Golf Course into a city-managed model, with many upgrades to come, but at the apparent expense of the Kwinana Golf Club.

The council voted 8-1 behind closed doors at its April meeting to terminate the club’s lease of the course.

While it will continue as a club, it will no longer be responsible for managing the facility.

Mayor Peter Feasey said the decision was about securing the future of golf in Kwinana while creating new opportunities for residents, visitors and future generations.

“Our vision is to create a modern golfing destination that existing members are proud to call home, while making the sport more accessible and encouraging more people to experience the course,” he said.

The city says the two groups will work together to define the club’s ongoing role in competitions, membership and player engagement, while the city assumes responsibility for managing the course, infrastructure and future investment.

“The Kwinana Golf Club has a proud history and has made an enormous contribution to golf in our community,” Mr Feasey said.

“We are committed to working closely with the club, its members, players and staff throughout the transition.”

There will be no immediate changes to memberships, competitions, bookings, public access or day-to-day operations.

The city says the current clubhouse, irrigation system and supporting infrastructure are approaching the end of their useful life and require significant investment.

The city will also explore opportunities to turn it into a significant regional recreation destination.

They include an improved clubhouse and hospitality offering, modern function spaces, and enhanced practice and coaching facilities.

The city also hopes to develop a technology-enabled driving range, nine-hole executive course under lights, mini golf, and better public spaces and visitor amenities.

“These opportunities would allow people to play, practise, learn, socialise and spend time with family in one welcoming destination,” Mr Feasey said.

“This is about creating a facility that reflects how people enjoy golf and recreation today, while supporting healthy lifestyles, social connection, local tourism and economic activity.”

Any future redevelopment will be subject to detailed planning, business case assessment, financial modelling and community consultation before final decisions are made.