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McIlwraith: Anne Barry Wins the Bucket CompetitionMcIlwraith

Anne Barry Wins the Bucket Competition

Anne Barry has won the McIlwraith Croquet Club's Bucket Competition, defeating Jeffrey Searle 2 games to 1 in a closely contested best-of-three final.

Burleigh Heads Palm Beach: Family Fun Day a hit at Burleigh Heads Palm BeachBurleigh Heads Palm Beach

Family Fun Day a hit at Burleigh Heads Palm Beach

Burleigh Heads Palm Beach Croquet Club enjoyed a fabulous Family Fun Day last weekend, filled with great people, prizes, and games.

Eildon: Eildon members selected for 2026 GC State TeamEildon

Eildon members selected for 2026 GC State Team

Croquet Queensland has announced the 2026 GC State Team, with several Eildon members selected including Jenee Molyneux, Bob Martin, Desley Bischoff, and Casey De-Vene.

Windsor: Windsor Club members part of historic 1963 Interstate Cup wiWindsor

Windsor Club members part of historic 1963 Interstate Cup win

Mrs Edna Rudder and Mr Hedley Gunton were proud members of the Windsor Croquet Club when the Queensland Team won the Interstate Cup for the first time in 1963.

Windsor: Claire selected for 2026 GC Qld State TeamWindsor

Claire selected for 2026 GC Qld State Team

Windsor Croquet Club congratulates Claire on her selection in the 2026 GC Qld State Team.

Windsor: Graham Selected for 2026 GC QLD State TeamWindsor

Graham Selected for 2026 GC QLD State Team

Congratulations to Graham on his selection in the 2026 GC QLD State Team. His Windsor Croquet Family is proud of him.

Caloundra: Knowledge to help you drop your handicapCaloundra

Knowledge to help you drop your handicap

Caloundra Croquet Club shares practical tips and insights to help players improve their game and lower their handicap.

McIlwraith: McIlwraith's Peter Nicholson Bucket Competition Heats UpMcIlwraith

McIlwraith's Peter Nicholson Bucket Competition Heats Up

McIlwraith Croquet Club's Peter Nicholson Bucket Competition has drawn 16 entrants, with a best-of-three final between Anne Barry and Jeffrey Searle set for tomorrow.

Stephens: Queensland Open Men's Championship at Stephens Croquet ClubStephens

Queensland Open Men's Championship at Stephens Croquet Club

Late afternoon on nearly the shortest day of the year, Stephens Croquet Club invites you to come and have a look at the Queensland Open Men's Championship for Association Croquet on our beautiful grass.

Headland-Buderim: Ross Rillie named captain of 2026 Qld GC State TeamHeadland-Buderim

Ross Rillie named captain of 2026 Qld GC State Team

Headland-Buderim member Ross Rillie has been selected for the 2026 Queensland GC State Team and appointed as captain. The Interstate Series will be held at Cairnlea, Victoria in September.

Eildon: Eildon Croquet Club supports Breakfast Club RedcliffeEildon

Eildon Croquet Club supports Breakfast Club Redcliffe

Eildon Croquet Club members donated food to The Breakfast Club Redcliffe, with Judy and Peter delivering the supplies to support local families.

Headland-Buderim: Headland-Buderim wins all three ricochet pennants matchesHeadland-Buderim

Headland-Buderim wins all three ricochet pennants matches

Headland-Buderim Croquet Club played its final ricochet pennants match of the season against Bribie Island, winning all three games.

Eildon: Learn about ricochet croquet with EildonEildon

Learn about ricochet croquet with Eildon

Ricochet croquet is easy to learn and can be played by up to six people, making it a great stepping stone to association croquet. Watch a helpful video to find out more.

Eildon: Curry Night a Feast at Eildon Croquet ClubEildon

Curry Night a Feast at Eildon Croquet Club

Eildon Croquet Club hosted a wonderful Curry Night with delicious food, great company, and friendly competition on the courts.

Dalby: Dalby Croquet Club Member Makes Engagement ListDalby

Dalby Croquet Club Member Makes Engagement List

A Dalby Croquet Club member shares their delight at being recognised as a top engager on the Croquet Talk weekly engagement list.

Wynnum: Worm castings a sign of healthy lawns at WynnumWynnum

Worm castings a sign of healthy lawns at Wynnum

After weeks of wet weather, Wynnum Croquet Club's lawns are covered in worm castings — a healthy sign of improved soil structure, drainage and nutrient cycling.

Wynnum: The hidden challenge of worm castings on croquet lawnsWynnum

The hidden challenge of worm castings on croquet lawns

Worm castings on croquet lawns can deflect balls, slow play, and leave muddy deposits on equipment, turning precision shots into a game of chance.

Wynnum: Handy boot cleaners help keep clubhouse cleanWynnum

Handy boot cleaners help keep clubhouse clean

Wynnum Croquet Club's homemade boot cleaners by the clubhouse steps help remove mud before players head inside.

Dalby: Council maintenance team repairs Dalby club stairsDalby

Council maintenance team repairs Dalby club stairs

Western Downs Regional Council's maintenance team repaired the slats on the club's stairs, ensuring they remain safe and hazard-free.

Headland-Buderim: Sunshine Coast Regional Croquet Committee meets at Headland-Headland-Buderim

Sunshine Coast Regional Croquet Committee meets at Headland-Buderim

The Sunshine Coast Regional Croquet Committee held its regular meeting at Headland-Buderim club on 15 June, highlighting the volunteer hours behind the scenes.

Coolum: Coolum hosts Nambour for interclub game and birthday teaCoolum

Coolum hosts Nambour for interclub game and birthday tea

Coolum Croquet Club welcomed Nambour for an interclub match and celebrated a member's birthday with a morning tea.

Stephens: Stephens GC Division 3 Pennants Win Over East BrisbaneStephens

Stephens GC Division 3 Pennants Win Over East Brisbane

Stephens Croquet Club secured a 6-4 win over East Brisbane in Golf Croquet Division 3 Pennants, played in pleasant Sunday sunshine after recent rain.

Wynnum: Wynnum Croquet Club celebrates 100th official opening anniveWynnum

Wynnum Croquet Club celebrates 100th official opening anniversary

On 12 June 1926, Wynnum Croquet Club officially opened its gates. One hundred years later, members gathered to mark this special milestone with chocolate cake.

McIlwraith: McIlwraith Division 2 team wins at MerthyrMcIlwraith

McIlwraith Division 2 team wins at Merthyr

McIlwraith's Division 2 team enjoyed a perfect day at Merthyr Croquet Club, securing a win and celebrating great croquet and company.

Burleigh Heads Palm Beach: Family Fun Day at Burleigh Heads Palm Beach Croquet ClubBurleigh Heads Palm Beach

Family Fun Day at Burleigh Heads Palm Beach Croquet Club

Burleigh Heads Palm Beach Croquet Club held a fabulous Family Fun Day with laughter, music, and shenanigans. Footage of players new and masters will be released soon.

Windsor: Only 3 Weeks to Go – Mark Your CalendarWindsor

Only 3 Weeks to Go – Mark Your Calendar

Windsor Croquet Club reminds everyone that a key event is just three weeks away. Be sure to put the date in your calendar.

Windsor: Vale Joan Hurrell – A Dedicated Windsor Croquet Club MemberWindsor

Vale Joan Hurrell – A Dedicated Windsor Croquet Club Member

Joan Hurrell, an exceptional side style player, served Windsor Croquet Club for many years. Her dedication is warmly remembered.

Windsor: Windsor Croquet Club holds first coaching team meetingWindsor

Windsor Croquet Club holds first coaching team meeting

Windsor Croquet Club held its first Coaching Team Meeting with seven members attending, setting solid plans to improve recruitment and retention.

Headland-Buderim: Helen Rillie appointed Croquet Australia Golf Croquet RefereHeadland-Buderim

Helen Rillie appointed Croquet Australia Golf Croquet Referee

Headland-Buderim member Helen Rillie has been appointed a Croquet Australia Golf Croquet Referee, recognising her extensive knowledge and dedication to the sport.

Eildon: Eildon members shine at Bribie Island Gala DayEildon

Eildon members shine at Bribie Island Gala Day

Nine Eildon Croquet Club members enjoyed a day of friendly competition at Bribie Island, with Jill winning her division and Sue and Peter finishing as runners-up.

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In This Issue · Features

Features

Queensland Top 25
Queensland Day

Queensland Top 25

Celebrating Queensland Day with 25 great Queensland moments and people from across the state.

6 June 2026
From the President
News

From the President

John van Barneveld on feeling positive about croquet and why membership is his number one priority.

6 June 2026
FLASHBACK Murray Tinker: 2017 Australian Champion
News

FLASHBACK Murray Tinker: 2017 Australian Champion

Caloundra's Murray Tinker won the 2017 Australian Golf Croquet Men's Singles. Watch the final, point by point and ad-fre…

Croquet Claude·6 June 2026
Events

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Croquet's Trip to the Olympics (History)News

Croquet's Trip to the Olympics (History)

Croquet has only ever appeared at the Olympics once — Paris, 1900. What happened there was so strange that the sport was never invited back.

Pickleball Hard on Your Knees? Croquet Is the Low-Impact AlternativeCommunity

Pickleball Hard on Your Knees? Croquet Is the Low-Impact Alternative

The game that keeps the competition and the company, without the pounding your knees have started to notice.

East Brisbane visits Warwick and crowns Sue Maher and Cate Irons as doubles championsCommunity

East Brisbane visits Warwick and crowns Sue Maher and Cate Irons as doubles champions

East Brisbane members enjoy Jumpers and Jazz in Warwick, Christmas in July and a doubles championship day beside the Brisbane River.

New committee, government grant and the Margaret Webley ahead at BundabergCommunity

New committee, government grant and the Margaret Webley ahead at Bundaberg

Bundaberg welcomes a new committee, secures a government grant for equipment and security, and looks forward to the Margaret Webley tournament on 30-31 July.

Sunnyside thanks the team restoring its lawnCommunity

Sunnyside thanks the team restoring its lawn

Sunnyside thanks Lawn Lab and Brian for work cutting back and top dressing the lawn.

Julie Keissling wins in Toowoomba as Hervey Bay thanks its grounds teamCommunity

Julie Keissling wins in Toowoomba as Hervey Bay thanks its grounds team

Hervey Bay players travelled to Toowoomba for Ricochet, where Julie Keissling won Division 3 Singles, and the club recognised Grounds Director Ken Clarke and volunteers.