Environment
A fierce commitment to the preservation and protection of the abundant natural wildlife during the development of the course has seen significant new wetland areas established and the number of indigenous plants increased.
The creation of a dedicated recycled water supply has ensured that there will be plenty of water to keep the course maintained at the highest standard throughout the year. This innovative scheme, developed by the City of Whittlesea in partnership with Yarra Valley Water, uses recycled water to deliver an environmentally sustainable water supply as well as significant cost savings.
Such has been the commitment to the environment in the development of the course that the Growling Frog has recently been recognised with two prestigious awards; Winner of the Keep Australia Beautiful Victoria City Pride Environmental Awards 2004 in the category of 'Outstanding Beautification and/or Heritage Preservation', and Joint Winner of the 2003 Claude Crockford Environmental Award at the 2003 Australian Golf Course Superintendents Awards.
So when you are playing the Growling Frog Golf Course, be sure to listen for the distinctive 'growl' of Growling Grass Frog males. Also keep an eye out for one of the other friendly locals, the Legless Lizard - what a great name for the Spike Bar!
