Abstract: This invention relates to an improved device for manipulating objects on the ground, and more specifically, but not exclusively, to an improved device for teeing a golf ball. A hand operated device is disclosed for manipulating an object on the ground from a standing position, comprising a manipulator, shaft, control mechanism and a stabiliser. The manipulator is carried at one end of the shaft and the stabiliser comprises a ground engaging foot and a resilient member to urge the foot to an extended position. The manipulator and stabiliser are arranged such that the foot engages with the ground, and as the manipulator is moved towards the ground against the urging of the resilient member, the foot remains engaged with the ground to stabilise the device while the control mechanism is operated to manipulate the object.