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CAQ Membership Pilot Program Revitalises East Brisbane
A membership growth initiative is proving successful, and is preparing to roll out to your club.
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WynnumWynnum croquet club secures Bendigo Bank community funding
The club secured funding from three Bendigo Bank categories at the recent Impact Night. These grants will help us promote greater community use of our croquet facilities.
McIlwraithMembers enjoy full courts on a sunny winter morning
Thirty-two members filled all four courts for a morning of croquet, friendship and friendly competition before the cooler weather arrives.
EildonSpare places available for Bribie Island Gala Day
Bribie Island Croquet Club has spare entries for their June 13 Gala Day. Proceeds support the local Emergency Relief Service. Register online or via email.
CaloundraImages from the 2026 Queensland Open GC Championship
View a selection of photographs capturing the action and atmosphere at the 2026 Queensland Open GC Championship.
WynnumSupport Wynnum players at the CAQ bronze medal event
Wynnum members Geoff Hull and Gordon Giles are competing in the CAQ bronze medal event this weekend. Drop by Eildon CC to show your support.
WindsorWindsor High/Low Club Doubles Competition set for August
Windsor members are invited to compete in the upcoming High/Low Club Doubles Competition on Saturday 29 August, with major cash prizes up for grabs.
Headland-BuderimWelcoming a visiting croquet player from New Zealand
We warmly welcome visiting players from overseas and interstate during the Queensland winter. Members recently enjoyed a friendly afternoon of croquet with John MacGillivray from Queenstown.
WindsorWindsor members receive Croquet Queensland Hall of Recognition awards
Windsor members Willy Silk and Greg Bury received their Croquet Queensland Hall of Recognition awards. The club thanks Croquet Queensland and Helen David for the presentations.
EildonEildon club announces championship and plate results
Charles Ernst won the Championship and Mike Mabbutt took the Plate, with Colin Beckett and Mary McMahon finishing as runners-up. Congratulations to all participants.
West ToowoombaPhotos from the final day of Lawn Legends 2026
The club shares photos from the final day of the Lawn Legends 2026 competition, including the lunch and presentation ceremony. Thank you to everyone who helped make the event a success.
West ToowoombaWest Toowoomba announces the Lawn Legends competition results
The Lawn Legends competition has concluded, with David Watherston and Phillip Evans taking the title. The club thanks organiser Kaz Boswell for her dedication.
CaloundraCaloundra hosts the Queensland Golf Croquet Open Singles
Caloundra successfully hosted the Queensland Golf Croquet Open Singles following a wet week. Members enjoyed brilliant competition and great weather on the restored courts.
McIlwraithSustainability initiatives flourish at McIlwraith with community grant support
McIlwraith Club members are enjoying a thriving community herb garden and new compost bins, made possible by a Maiwar Community Grant.
Headland-BuderimHeadland-Buderim members compete at Queensland Open GC Singles
Headland-Buderim members Ross Rillie and Col Beckett competed in the Queensland Open GC Singles, hosted by Caloundra Croquet Club.
EildonEildon members compete at the CAQ QLD Open Singles
Eildon members have been competing in close matches at the CAQ QLD Open Singles in Caloundra over the past three days. Check the latest results online.
WindsorWindsor Association Pennant Team prepares for opening fixtures
The Windsor Association Pennant Team held another training session today in preparation for their opening match against Stephens.
EildonEildon croquet club contingent competes at Caloundra GC Open Singles
The Eildon Croquet Club team is currently competing at the CAQ GC Open Singles in Caloundra. We wish them the best of luck as they enjoy the fine weather and competition.
WindsorWindsor Croquet Club celebrates Pauline Nurser’s fifty-year membership
Windsor Croquet Club congratulates Pauline Nurser on reaching a fifty-year membership milestone.
EildonMonthly Friday night BBQ brings members together for croquet
Members gathered for food, conversation and a few games of croquet at last night's monthly Friday night BBQ. The club extends its thanks to the volunteers and organising committee.
Headland-BuderimComedian Julia Wilson visits Headland-Buderim for Friday GC session
Renowned comedian Julia Wilson joined Headland-Buderim Croquet Club for a Friday morning golf croquet session while performing on the Sunshine Coast.
Burleigh Heads Palm BeachWinter sunshine and magpie songs on the lawns
Club members are enjoying the mild winter weather and native birdsong during relaxed games on the lawns.
EildonEildon club updates, monthly barbecue and open competition
Eildon Croquet Club shares recent updates, including a photo competition winner, a monthly barbecue, and best wishes for members competing at Caloundra.
WynnumWynnum members compete in CAQ Open Singles Championship
Wynnum Croquet Club wishes Cameron and Gordon the best as they compete in the CAQ Open Singles Championship this weekend.
WynnumWet weather halts play at Wynnum Croquet Club
Heavy rain has forced another washout at the Wynnum club, but the lawns remain busy with local birdlife.
WynnumWildlife observations around the Wynnum croquet lawns
Members can often spot local wildlife near the Wynnum Creek lawns. A recent morning brought sightings of a noisy miner and a white heron.
WynnumA quiet morning on the lawns at Wynnum
A brief glimpse into the natural life that shares the Wynnum croquet lawns during a light drizzle.
CaloundraCaloundra hosts the Queensland Open Singles Golf Croquet Championship
Caloundra welcomes 21 players for the Queensland Open Singles Golf Croquet Championship this weekend. Despite recent heavy rain, the courts are ready and clear skies are forecast.
Headland-BuderimA perfect day and wonderful skies at the club
Members shared a quiet moment of appreciation for a beautiful day under clear skies. It was a perfect afternoon at the club.
EildonEildon club member Desley Bischoff becomes official GC referee
Desley Bischoff has been appointed as an official Australian GC referee. She received her vest and badge at a recent club presentation.
Burleigh Heads Palm BeachBurleigh Heads Palm Beach hosts a family fun day
The Burleigh Heads Palm Beach Croquet Club invites families to a fun day featuring beginner lessons, lunch, raffles and activities. Bookings are limited.
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From the President — May 2026
John van Barneveld on feeling positive about croquet and why membership is his number one priority.
25 May 2026
El Nino bites Queensland lawns
The Bureau confirms one of the strongest El Nino events on record, and clubs across the state are already feeling it in …
16 May 2026
The Water Conversation Clubs Need to Have ASAP
CAQ opens the water conversation with QLD clubs ahead of the forecast dry El Niño winter-spring 2026. Three questions cl…
CroquetWade·16 Apr 2026
How everyone
did this week.
CALOUNDRA
Caloundra hosts the Queensland Golf Croquet Open Singles
1 June 2026
Caloundra successfully hosted the Queensland Golf Croquet Open Singles following a wet week. Members enjoyed brilliant competition and great weather on the restored courts.
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EVENTS
New Committees and Narrow Margins: Queensland GC Eights Wrap
3 May 2026
Shane Davis and Dan Stewart dominated both Toombul legs while Marilyn Nelson and Beth Parker split the Wynnum finals by a single win each. The 2026 CAQ GC Eights ran across Toombul Croquet Club (1st and 2nd Eights) and Wynnum Croquet Club (3rd and 4th Eights) on 2 and 3 May.
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