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CAQ has begun its biggest membership campaign in memory, inviting the public to try croquet at clubs across the state. The President explains what we are doing, and why.
CAQ President John·2 min read
Join Eildon Croquet Club for a festive afternoon of great food, good company, and Christmas cheer on Wednesday, 15 July 2026 at the Clubhouse.
A new rankings website drawing data from the World Croquet Federation offers interactive player search, game history, ranking movements, and performance statistics for Golf Croquet and Association Croquet.
Toombul Croquet Club prepared for the CAQ Women's AC Championship with Wayne setting hoops and maintaining the lawns. Yuni Rowell won the championship over the weekend.
Congratulations to John Garrard and Randall Whyte from Graceville Club, winners of the Graceville Doubles Competition on 21st June. Runners-up were Sid and Kerry Bates from Stephens, with a final score of 7-4.
Headland-Buderim's GC Plate team won 4 of 8 singles but couldn't overcome Noosa in the doubles, resulting in a narrow loss at Noosa.
Join Eildon Croquet Club for a BBQ Night on Friday 26th June with croquet, burgers, vegetarian and gluten-free options, plus dessert. $10 per person.
Toombul Croquet Club hosted the CAQ Association Women's Open Singles with 13 participants. Yuni Rowell took the winners trophy and Bonnie Johnston was runner-up.
Yuni and Sharon represented Coolangatta Croquet Club in the Queensland Open Women's AC tournament this weekend, with Yuni winning all her games to take the title.
Congratulations to Windsor Croquet Club member Shane Davis on becoming the QLD A/C Men's Singles Champion for 2026.
We had a fabulous Family Fun Day last weekend. Great people, great prizes, and great games. See you all again soon for some crackin' croquet.
McIlwraith Croquet Club hosted a practice session for the CAQ Golf Croquet Reserve Squad, led by Murray Tinker and Dick Byres, with a showcase of club improvements.
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 Croquet Club enjoyed a fabulous Family Fun Day last weekend, filled with great people, prizes, and games.
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.
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 Croquet Club congratulates Claire on her selection in the 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 Croquet Club shares practical tips and insights to help players improve their game and lower their handicap.
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.
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 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 Croquet Club members donated food to The Breakfast Club Redcliffe, with Judy and Peter delivering the supplies to support local families.
Headland-Buderim Croquet Club played its final ricochet pennants match of the season against Bribie Island, winning all three games.
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 Croquet Club hosted a wonderful Curry Night with delicious food, great company, and friendly competition on the courts.
A Dalby Croquet Club member shares their delight at being recognised as a top engager on the Croquet Talk weekly engagement list.
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.
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 Croquet Club's homemade boot cleaners by the clubhouse steps help remove mud before players head inside.
Western Downs Regional Council's maintenance team repaired the slats on the club's stairs, ensuring they remain safe and hazard-free.
All clubsSee everything from around Queensland →Celebrating Queensland Day with 25 great Queensland moments and people from across the state.
The Bureau has declared El Niño active and says it could be the strongest on record. For croquet clubs, the useful news …
John van Barneveld on feeling positive about croquet and why membership is his number one priority.
From a free come and try morning at Windsor to friendship days and a nine day tournament, here is what is coming up across Queensland's croquet clubs.
Nine days of Association Croquet across the Gold Coast and Tweed, 4 to 12 July. A grade for every level, players welcome from across Queensland. Entries close Monday 15 June.
Sixteen players, nine clubs, three days at Windsor. Bob Martin took the title, Charlie Ernst reached the final undefeated, and Wynnum put both its players in the top four.
Twenty-one players, two states and one very wet week. A photo-led look at the Queensland Open Golf Croquet Singles, hosted by Caloundra, told in the clubs' own words.
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