Played annually since 1994, the Counterstroke Golf Classic has raised significant funds for Stroke Foundation to help prevent, treat and beat stroke.

There is a three-day Classic which offers mutually exclusive competitions (4BBB Stableford) in women’s, men’s, and mixed events.

Day one and two will commence with a light lunch, and day three will conclude with a sit-down luncheon event.

Prizes will be awarded to the winners and runners up of each competition, women’s, men’s and mixed.

Throughout the courses, you'll find novel competitions and activities to bolster your chances to win some exciting prizes.

The Counterstroke Golf Classic occurs bi-annually in March along the Mornington Peninsula and October along the Bellarine Peninsula. 

The 2023 Bellarine Counterstroke Golf Classic will take place across 3 days on award winning courses.

Day 1. 12:30pm shotgun start on Monday 9 October 2023 at Barwon Heads Golf Club.

Day 2. 12:30pm shotgun start on Tuesday 10 October 2023 at 13th Beach Golf Links.

Day 3. 8:30am shotgun start on Wednesday 11 October 2023 at Curlewis Golf Club.

The 2024 Mornington Peninsula Counterstroke Golf Classic will take place across 3 days on award winning courses.

Day 1. 1:00pm shotgun start on Wednesday 20 March 2024 at The Dunes Golf Links.

Day 2. 8:00am shotgun start on Thursday 21 March 2024 at Sorrento Golf Club.

Day 3. 8:00am shotgun start on Friday 22 March 2024 at Flinders Golf Club.

For further event information head to the home page.

You can take part in one, two or all three days of the Classic.

No, you do not.

However, to be eligible to win a prize in the daily women’s, men’s and mixed competitions, you will need a valid GolfLink Number. To find out more about GolfLink numbers, please visit www.golf.org.au/golflink/

The competition format is 4BBB Stableford.  Each playing group is made up of 2 teams of 2 players. All golfers play their own ball, but only one ball (the better ball, or one that scores the highest number of stableford points) counts per pair, per hole.

We encourage you to enter in groups of 4, however if you have a team of 2, we will endeavour to match you up with another pair.

No, you don't. You can purchase a team of 2 or 4 without knowing all your team details. You will be asked in the process to provide your team player details, and in this case you can simply re-use your own.

When you do lock in your player details, simply get in touch with our team and we can action the updates.

You can purchase tickets a couple of ways, by either purchasing tickets online or downloading an entry form.

Buy tickets online here

You can purchase tickets online for your team of 4, your team of 2 or your own individual ticket. The individual ticket option is for players who are part of a team but wish to purchase their tickets separately. And don't worry, there is a section in the process to include your team leader, so we can group you together.

If you don't know all your team details, that is okay. Simply use your details (or put in NA) for each compulsory section and you can provide these later. For any changes to your team details, simply get in touch.

Made a mistake? That is also okay. Simply get in touch with us and we can help.

If you choose to download the entry form (which you can complete online or print and scan) please send it to fundraising@strokefoundation.org.au

Download entry form

When you select your tickets online you will need to input your details. 

You will be asked to select a password, which will enable you to login at any time to view your tickets and receipt.

If you have already purchased tickets, or begun purchasing tickets, you will need to select 'Already have an Account' as an account will have been automatically created using your details.

Further down the line, when the next Counterstroke Golf Classic event comes around again, you will be able to use your exsiting account to purchase tickets.

Don't worry, it's a simple fix. To reset your password please click the button below.

Reset password

1. Click on 'Forgot password'
2. Input your email address (this will only work if you already have an account).
3. And email will be sent to your email address to update your password.

If you get stuck please get in touch with us. We're here to help.

When you purchase your tickets you will automatically be sent a receipt via email.

If you wish to view your receipt online follow the below steps:

1. Login to your account. Login here.
2. Go to Your Account.
3. Go to Your History.
4. Here you will find your ticket and donation information. You can download your receipt by clicking the PDF button.

Please take note this is only for tickets purchased online. If you purchased your tickets via the downloadable entry form or over the phone, your reciept will be emailed to you within 1-2 business days.

Can't find your receipt? No worries! Get in touch with our team and we can send you your receipt.

If you purchased your ticket online you can login to the website and view your ticket details.

To do this, follow the below steps:

1. Login to your account. Login here.
2. Scroll down.
3. Here you will find your ticket information.

Can't find your ticket details? No worries! Get in touch with our team and we can assist.

Need to update your player details? Get in touch with our team and we can assist.

If you purchased your ticket details outisde of the website (over the phone or via the downloadable entry form), and would like to view your ticket details, get in touch with us and we can provide you with your login details.

Bellarine Peninsula:

There is a range of accommodation available along the Bellarine Peninsula, including at or near our exclusive golf clubs. 

• The Barwon Heads Golf Club
• 13th Beach Golf Club
• Curlewis Golf Club

Visit Geelong and The Bellarine for more accommodation options.

All player golf carts should be booked via the golf club directly.

Mornington Peninsula:

The Dunes Golf Links: (03) 5985 1334
Rosebud Country Club: (03) 5950 0888
Flinder Golf Club: (03) 5989 0583

Bellarine Peninsular:

Curlewis Golf Club: (03) 5251 1111
13th Beach Golf Links: (03) 5254 2922
The Barwon Heads Golf Club: (03) 5255 6255 

The Bellarine Peninsula is an easy 1 h 15 min drive on the M1/Princess Hwy which takes you straight to Geelong where you’ll turn onto the Bellarine Hwy and from there you can take the appropriate road to your final destination.

You can take the train from Southern Cross Station to Geelong Station (1 h) and then take a taxi or bus to your final destination. For tickets and timetables see the V/Line website.

Searoad Ferries depart daily from Sorrento Pier and Queenscliff Harbour, every hour on the hour from 7am until 6pm, all year round. Foot passengers, bicycles, cars, towed caravans and trailers, motor homes, motorcycles and truck are all welcome.

Visit Searoad Ferries for more information.

Prizes are still being finalised, however, there will be an array of prizes to be won on each day for novelty competitions, women’s, men’s, and mixed events (both winners and runners up prizes) and raffles.

Mornington Peninsula:

Pairs playing at Flinders Golf Club will be eligible to compete for the prestigious Sir John Holland Cup. The Cup is awarded to the pair with the highest score across all divisions (men's, women's and mixed). 

To be eligible to take part, both players must have a valid GolfLink number.

Bellarine Peninsula:

Pairs playing at Curlewis Golf Club will be eligible to compete for the prestigious John Gourlay Cup. The Cup is awarded to the pair with the highest score across all divisions (men's, women's and mixed). 

To be eligible to take part, both players must have a valid GolfLink number.

Mornington Peninsula:

Pairs playing at Rosebud Country Club and Flinders Golf Club with the same partner will be automatically entered in the two-day 4Ball Aggregate Event playing for the Tamie Fraser Shield, proudly sponsored by Wisewould Mahony. The Tamie Fraser shield is awarded to the pair with the highest score, across all divisions (men's, women's and mixed). 

Bellarine Peninsula:

Pairs playing at 13th Beach Golf Links and Curlewis Golf Club with the same partner will be automatically entered in the two-day 4Ball Aggregate Event playing for the Tamie Fraser Shield, proudly sponsored by Wisewould Mahony. The Tamie Fraser shield is awarded to the pair with the highest score, across all divisions (men's, women's and mixed). 

To be eligible to take part, both players must have a valid GolfLink number.

Yes. All donations $2 and over are tax deductible.

Absolutley! All donations are welcome. You can donate online here.

If you are no longer able to attend your event day you will be eligible for a refund on the following basis:

• 7 days prior to event - full refund (less 5% processing fee).
  Up to 72 hours prior to event - 50% refund (less 5% processing fee).
  Within 72 hours of event - no refund available.

To avoid this, please endeavour to secure a replacement player. Requests should be made in writing to fundraising@strokefoundation.org.au 

Refunds may take up to 30 days to be processed. Donations are not refundable.

Cancellation policy

Should we need to cancel the Counterstroke Golf Classic due to COVID-19, dangerous weather or any other unforeseen circumstances, we agree to refund the full cost of your booking. Please note that donations are not refundable.