GOLF COURSE EARTHWORKS AND SHAPING
We build and shape golf courses with the accuracy, flow, and finish that the game demands.
At Peak Earth Shaping, we understand the rhythm of the land, the strategy of the game, and the precision that brings a course to life. Our team blends engineered accuracy with instinctive skill — shaping from detailed plans or by feel to create courses that perform, last, and belong.
Sculpting Golf Courses Across New Zealand
Expert shaping. Seamless execution.
With a proven record across New Zealand’s most recognised courses, Peak Earth Shaping specialises in golf course earthworks — shaping the terrain, refining contours, and executing the designer’s vision with precision, expertise, and natural flow. Every green, bunker, and fairway we shape reflects an understanding of both play, strategy and terrain — built to perform.
Site Preparation & Bulk Earthworks
Accurate grading, topsoil management, and material handling for new builds and full-course development.
Green Complex
& Fairway Shaping
Detailed contouring of greens and fairways for performance, durability, and seamless play flow.
Tees and Bunkers & Play Features
Laser-levelled tee platforms and bunkers shaped with natural definition, drainage, and enduring stability.
Naturalised Mounding & Rock Exposure
Sculptural mounding, contour transitions, exposed rock features shaped to complement play, drainage flow, and landscape.
Drainage, Irrigation and Turf Seeding
Integrated systems and surface preparation for efficient water movement and consistent turf growth.
Golf Cart Paths and Access
Functional, durable, and discreet pathways built for long-term usability and low maintenance.
Laser Levelling & Soil Screening
Precision levelling and soil refinement for uniform, high-performance surfaces.
Bunker Removal & Course Enhancements
Modernisation and restoration of existing layouts while maintaining course integrity and design intent.
- new builds from scratch
- shaping for greens complex
- fairways
- tees
- bunkers
- naturalized mounding
- drainage
- seeding
- irrigation
- laser levelling
- exposing rock
- bunker renovation
- seeding
Courses
previously worked on
2023 to present – Glendhu Bay Golf Course – Full construction of new, public, 18 hole course (Scheduled to open late 2026)
2023 – Wanaka Golf Club – Lazer level 2 sets of tee blocks
2022 – Queenstown Golf Club – Rebuild of practise green
2021 – Jack’s Point – Bunker renovations and course improvements
2021 – Arrowtown – Full construction of a private golf green and croquet practise area
2020 – Lower Waitaki – Full bunker restoration/renovation
2020 – Otatara Golf Club – Full bunker restoration/renovation
2019 – Arrowtown Golf Club – Building new tee complexes for multiple holes
2018-2019 – Millbrook Golf club – Dalgleish Farm – Contract Shaper for new 9 hole course
2017 – Jacks Point Golf Course – Building new tee complex
2016 – Omanu Golf Course – Renovation of 2 green complexes
2014-2015 – Windross Farm Golf Club – lead shaper for construction of new golf course
2014 – Frankton Golf Course – Built new practise putting / chipping green, and rebuilding the first hole including new tee complex and green complex
2012 – Jordan – Ayla Oasis – Lead shaper for entire new course at Tanto International construction
2011 – Boulcotts Farm Heritage Golf Club – assisting on the rebuild of golf course
2009-2010 – Royal Wellington Golf Club – complete rebuild of old 18 hole golf club including several new holes
2009 – Harewood golf course – complete rebuild of old 18 hole golf club
2009 – Remuera Golf Club – Assisting with rebuild of 1 hole
2009 – Cromwell Golf Club – renovation of 5 holes on existing course
2007 – Egypt – Katameya Dunes – Detailer/ finishing shaper for entire new course
2006 & Periodically over the last 15 years – Barley station golf course – Private golf course construction