No. 19Friday 12 June 2026Brisbane, queensland

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Eildon: Eildon Croquet Club updates GC play scheduleEildon

Eildon Croquet Club updates GC play schedule

Eildon Croquet Club's revised GC play times have been well received, with strong numbers on Monday and Saturday mornings. Players are asked to respect the handicap-based time slots.

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

Our Family Fun Day this Sunday has sold out! Thank you to everyone who booked. Stay tuned for more events.

Dalby: Social Golf Croquet Session This MondayDalby

Social Golf Croquet Session This Monday

Missed us on the green this morning? You can still get your croquet fix this coming Monday with Social Golf Croquet from 8:30 am to 10:30 am.

Stephens: Stephens Croquet Club Heritage Celebration EventStephens

Stephens Croquet Club Heritage Celebration Event

Stephens Croquet Club is now officially recognised as heritage in Yeronga Memorial Park. Join us on 20th June at Yeronga Community Centre to learn more.

Dalby: Timber vs. Aluminium: The Story Behind Our GearDalby

Timber vs. Aluminium: The Story Behind Our Gear

Dalby Croquet Club shares the story behind two distinctive mallets acquired through a Croquet Queensland grant aimed at welcoming more women into the sport.

Mackay: A lifelong passion for croquet in MackayMackay

A lifelong passion for croquet in Mackay

A Mackay croquet club member reflects on over 30 years of dedication to the sport, sharing their love of the game and commitment to the croquet community.

Dalby: Dalby Croquet Club Joins Warwick Friendship DayDalby

Dalby Croquet Club Joins Warwick Friendship Day

Dalby Croquet Club members enjoyed a sunny day at Warwick Croquet Club's Friendship Day, with friendly competition and a vibrant community atmosphere.

Eildon: Curry night at Eildon Croquet ClubEildon

Curry night at Eildon Croquet Club

Join fellow members for a social curry night at Eildon Croquet Club. BYO curry and drinks, rice and naan supplied. Games from 4pm.

Eildon: Queensland players compete in Croquet Australia Bronze MedalEildon

Queensland players compete in Croquet Australia Bronze Medal

Eight Queensland players competed in the Croquet Australia Bronze Medal at Eildon over three days, with Bob Martin winning the event.

McIlwraith: McIlwraith President Deb Camden Honoured with Order of AustrMcIlwraith

McIlwraith President Deb Camden Honoured with Order of Australia

McIlwraith Croquet Club celebrates President Deb Camden being appointed a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in the King's Birthday Honours.

Windsor: Come and Try Croquet at Windsor Croquet ClubWindsor

Come and Try Croquet at Windsor Croquet Club

A sport enjoyed by the entire family. Everyone is welcome to come and try croquet at Windsor Croquet Club on Saturday 4th July at 9:00am.

Windsor: Let's Play Croquet at Windsor on July 4Windsor

Let's Play Croquet at Windsor on July 4

Join Windsor Croquet Club on Saturday 4 July for free coaching, a free sausage sizzle, and a fun morning of croquet. No booking required, everyone welcome.

Dalby: Winter chill doesn't stop Dalby croquet funDalby

Winter chill doesn't stop Dalby croquet fun

Despite the winter chill, Dalby Croquet Club enjoyed a wonderful afternoon on the lawn. Join their next Sunday session on July 5th or weekly games.

Wynnum: Wynnum Players Compete in Queensland GC Bronze Medal ChallenWynnum

Wynnum Players Compete in Queensland GC Bronze Medal Challenge

Gordon Giles and Geoff Hull represented Wynnum Croquet Club at the Queensland Golf Croquet Bronze Medal event at Eildon Croquet Club, recording 8 and 7 wins respectively.

Headland-Buderim: Bob Martin wins ACA Qld GC Bronze MedalHeadland-Buderim

Bob Martin wins ACA Qld GC Bronze Medal

Bob Martin from Eildon CC has won the ACA Qld GC Bronze Medal, an invitation-only event for eight top-ranking Queensland players. He will represent Queensland at the Australian Gold and Silver Medals in Melbourne in September.

Windsor: Greg Bury runner-up in CA QLD Golf Bronze MedalWindsor

Greg Bury runner-up in CA QLD Golf Bronze Medal

Windsor Croquet Club congratulates Greg Bury on being runner-up in the CA QLD Golf Bronze Medal.

Windsor: Graham McLean takes bronze in CA QLD GolfWindsor

Graham McLean takes bronze in CA QLD Golf

Congratulations to Windsor Croquet Club member Graham McLean for finishing 3rd in the CA QLD Golf Bronze Medal competition.

Ipswich: Ipswich Division 2 Pennants winners against GracevilleIpswich

Ipswich Division 2 Pennants winners against Graceville

Congratulations to Heather, Rodney, Hans and Nev for winning Division 2 Pennants against Graceville Croquet Club. Thank you to all who competed.

Dalby: Perfect weather for Sunday croquet at DalbyDalby

Perfect weather for Sunday croquet at Dalby

If today is any indication, tomorrow afternoon is going to be perfect for a game of croquet. Join Dalby Croquet Club for its regular Sunday session from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

Eildon: Discover the four mallet sports at Eildon Croquet ClubEildon

Discover the four mallet sports at Eildon Croquet Club

Eildon Croquet Club shares an overview of the four mallet sports played at the club: association croquet, ricochet, golf croquet, and gateball.

Wynnum: Wynnum Croquet Club thanks Bendigo Bank for community supporWynnum

Wynnum Croquet Club thanks Bendigo Bank for community support

Wynnum Croquet Club expresses gratitude to Bendigo Bank for community support that helps maintain facilities, support members, and grow the game in Wynnum.

Dalby: Sunday Afternoon Croquet at Dalby ClubDalby

Sunday Afternoon Croquet at Dalby Club

Weather permitting, Dalby Croquet Club invites you to play Sunday afternoon from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Come and join us!

Eildon: Eildon hosts CAQ GC Bronze Medal event in June 2026Eildon

Eildon hosts CAQ GC Bronze Medal event in June 2026

Eildon Croquet Club is hosting the CAQ GC Bronze Medal event from 5–7 June 2026, featuring local members Bob Martin and Casey De-Vene. Regular club play is cancelled, but spectators are welcome.

Burleigh Heads Palm Beach: Happy 89th Birthday to Life Member JohnBurleigh Heads Palm Beach

Happy 89th Birthday to Life Member John

Burleigh Heads Palm Beach Croquet Club wishes life member John a very happy 89th birthday. He is still loving croquet.

Wynnum: Wynnum croquet club secures Bendigo Bank community fundingWynnum

Wynnum 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.

McIlwraith: Members enjoy full courts on a sunny winter morningMcIlwraith

Members 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.

Eildon: Bribie Island Gala Day is booked outEildon

Bribie Island Gala Day is booked out

Bribie Island Croquet Club's Saturday Golf Croquet Gala Day has filled. Proceeds go to the local Emergency Relief Service. Have a great day, everyone.

Caloundra: Images from the 2026 Queensland Open GC ChampionshipCaloundra

Images from the 2026 Queensland Open GC Championship

View a selection of photographs capturing the action and atmosphere at the 2026 Queensland Open GC Championship.

Wynnum: Support Wynnum players at the CAQ bronze medal eventWynnum

Support 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.

Windsor: Windsor High/Low Club Doubles Competition set for AugustWindsor

Windsor 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.

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In This Issue · Features

Features

El Nino bites Queensland lawns
News

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
Events

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the lawns.

Southport keeps courts active with Mahjong, St Patrick’s Day, Gateball and strong representative resultsCommunity

Southport keeps courts active with Mahjong, St Patrick’s Day, Gateball and strong representative results

Southport reports wet weather, Mahjong sessions, Come and Try Days, St Patrick’s Day, Gateball placings, and representative honours for Kathie Grant and Mary McMahon.

Sue Practices for First Queensland Croquet EventNews

Sue Practices for First Queensland Croquet Event

Sue is preparing for her debut at the Queensland croquet eights in Wynnum this May, encouraging others to sign up and give it a try.

From Visitor to PlayerNews

From Visitor to Player

There's a shift that happens around the fourth week. In Week 1, you're worried about the rules. You're conscious of stepping on the line or hitting the wrong ball. Everything feels slightly unfamiliar.

Murwillumbah starts the year after a social DecemberCommunity

Murwillumbah starts the year after a social December

Murwillumbah reports regional and club Christmas celebrations, Monday play progress, coaching tips and a welcome to new member Duncan Miller.

Dave Luxmoore reaches the Bribie final as BHPB celebrates competition, community and Betty AdamCommunity

Dave Luxmoore reaches the Bribie final as BHPB celebrates competition, community and Betty Adam

Burleigh Heads Palm Beach reports tournament success, a Bunnings BBQ fundraiser, pennants play, Beth Parker at Wynnum, and a vale for Betty Adam.

Social play and afternoon teas continue at Murwillumbah, with a farewell to Joan EccleshareCommunity

Social play and afternoon teas continue at Murwillumbah, with a farewell to Joan Eccleshare

Murwillumbah keeps social play and Sunday afternoon teas going despite rain, and remembers long-term member Joan Eccleshare.