The 2026 Dunes’ Medal – compete for the large prize pool ever offered in Australian amateur golf

 The 2026 Dunes’ Medal will be played Tuesday 17 November to Friday 20 November at The Dunes Golf Links in Rye, Victoria.

 One of Australia’s most prestigious amateur tournaments now has the largest prize pool ever offered for an Australian amateur tournament.  Men and women will compete for $26,000 in total prizemoney, The Dunes’ Medal and an exemption into the 2027 Vic Open. 

 Since 1999 The Dunes’ Medal has been one of Australia’s premier amateur golf tournaments, showcasing the country’s top emerging talent.  Competitors are challenged by a demanding 72-hole stroke play format on a classic links style course.  Entrants will have the opportunity to join the honour board alongside past champions including Hannah Green, Jason Day, Minjee Lee and Grace Kim.

The 2026 Dunes’ Medal is as close to the pressure of a pro tournament as it’s possible to get in Australian amateur golf.

This tournament is a counting event towards the Ivo Whitton and Susie Tolhurst Trophy in Victoria and the Golf Australia Men's & Women's National Order of Merit. The event is also a counting event for th World Amateur Golf Rankings (WAGR). Please note this event is administered by the golf club. Any enquiries should be directed to the person listed under contacts.

The 2024 Dunes Medal delivered an exciting week of amateur golf at The Dunes Golf Links, with perfect conditions throughout, and culminating in a hot, sunny final day that set the stage for a dramatic conclusion.

The 2024 Dunes Medal delivered an exciting week of amateur golf at The Dunes Golf Links, with perfect conditions throughout, and culminating in a hot, sunny final day that set the stage for a dramatic conclusion.

In the women’s division, Jazy Roberts, representing Yarra Yarra Golf Club, dominated, beginning the final day with an impressive six-shot lead. Known for her precision and composure, Roberts maintained her strong form despite the rising temperatures. Furthermore, her consistent ball striking and confident putting ensured a wire-to-wire victory, clearly highlighting her dominance over a competitive field.

Meanwhile, the men’s division provided a thrilling battle, with Morton Hafkamp starting the final round with a narrow one-shot lead over Max Moring, also from Yarra Yarra Golf Club. Moring, known for his powerful drives and clutch play, managed to come from behind to claim the title. He demonstrated remarkable resilience and skill under pressure, delivering a strong back nine on the hot final day which allowed him to overtake Hafkamp and secure victory.

Overall, the triumphs of Roberts and Moring reflected the strength of Yarra Yarra Golf Club’s talent development, as both players showcased technical excellence, mental toughness, and determination. Consequently, their victories added further prestige to the Yarra Yarra reputation as a powerhouse in Australian amateur golf development.