WM Senibong Bhd has finalized its acquisition of Kews Senibong Sdn Bhd and the associated landholdings of the Senibong Golf Club from Australia-based Walker Corporation Pty Ltd. The deal, valued at RM400 million, secures approximately 270 acres (about 109 hectares) of prime mixed-use development land in the Leisure Farm precinct of Iskandar Puteri, Johor.
A significant portion of the acquired site encompasses the development lands of Senibong Golf Club, an 18-hole golf facility that has been a notable feature in the area. The overall parcel — combining The Kews residential enclave and the Senibong Golf Club lands — carries an estimated gross development value (GDV) of RM6 billion, positioning it as one of the largest remaining high-potential land banks in Iskandar Malaysia's growth corridor.
The acquisition integrates the golf club site into WM Senibong's masterplan for The Kews township, which emphasizes an integrated, sustainable urban development. The planned product mix includes:
This balanced approach focuses on creating a comprehensive community with strong connectivity to nearby amenities (such as international schools, healthcare facilities, and lifestyle hubs), as well as excellent access to Singapore via the Tuas Second Link.
No specific details have been released regarding the immediate or long-term operational status of the Senibong Golf Club course itself following the ownership transfer. The company's announcements and related reports describe the golf club lands primarily as "development lands," indicating they are earmarked for future redevelopment as part of the broader mixed-use township expansion rather than preservation as a standalone golf facility.
WM Senibong has highlighted the site's strategic value for residential-led growth, with ongoing and upcoming phases already demonstrating strong market demand:
The company anticipates that the expanded land bank, including the former Senibong Golf Club area, will drive double-digit percentage growth in both revenue and earnings starting from 2026 onward, supporting WM Senibong's five-year roadmap for responsible, high-quality development in the region.
While the golf course's future as a playing facility remains unconfirmed in public statements, the emphasis on residential, high-rise, and commercial integration across the full 270 acres suggests the site will transition to support the township's housing and lifestyle-oriented vision over time. Further updates on any phased redevelopment or interim use of the golf lands may emerge as planning progresses.
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