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Windsor: Mary Gray wins Point Lookout Golf Singles
Windsor

Mary Gray wins Point Lookout Golf Singles

Congratulations to Mary Gray, who has won the Point Lookout 9–12 Golf Singles Championship.

Wynnum: Nathan McGrath wins Wynnum Handicapped Singles Championship
Wynnum

Nathan McGrath wins Wynnum Handicapped Singles Championship

Nathan McGrath has claimed Wynnum Croquet Club's Handicapped Singles Championship, defeating Jim Love in the final. The event drew twelve competitors across two blocks, with handicap formats challenging even experienced players by giving away extra shots.

Toombul: Toombul hosts visitors from Eildon in Play Day
Toombul

Toombul hosts visitors from Eildon in Play Day

Toombul recently welcomed visitors from Eildon croquet club for an enjoyable Play Day, bringing together players from both clubs.

Graceville: Graceville shifts to summer play times
Graceville

Graceville shifts to summer play times

Graceville Croquet Club's Golf Croquet players are moving to summer play times from Sunday, 11 October. Most sessions start at 2:30 pm for a 3 pm play start, with Tuesday remaining at 1:30 pm.

Stephens: Join us for Tuesday evening croquet in Yeronga
Stephens

Join us for Tuesday evening croquet in Yeronga

Perfect conditions are predicted for Tuesday evening croquet at the Stephens club. Join us for four courts, friendly knowledge sharing, and a great community atmosphere.

Headland-Buderim: Friendly Ricochet Match Scheduled for 28 October
Headland-Buderim

Friendly Ricochet Match Scheduled for 28 October

Headland-Buderim hosted a friendly Ricochet match on Wednesday afternoon. A repeat event is scheduled for 28 October at 12:30 pm.

Toowoomba: Golf croquet sessions every Wednesday and Friday
Toowoomba

Golf croquet sessions every Wednesday and Friday

Toowoomba Croquet Club invites players to join regular golf croquet sessions on Wednesday and Friday mornings.

McIlwraith: McIlwraith Croquet Club Celebrates 103 Years of Tradition
McIlwraith

McIlwraith Croquet Club Celebrates 103 Years of Tradition

McIlwraith Croquet Club marks its 103rd anniversary by honouring the tradition of wearing whites, with members recently celebrating at The Hurlingham Club in England.

Eildon: Eildon players invited to Toombul and Windsor socials
Eildon

Eildon players invited to Toombul and Windsor socials

While Eildon lawns are closed, members can join social croquet at Toombul Club on Wednesday and Saturday mornings, or Windsor Club on Wednesday and Saturday afternoons.

Gracemere: Gracemere players shine at Bundaberg AC Medal
Gracemere

Gracemere players shine at Bundaberg AC Medal

Jake Kitchiner and Alyssa Close represented Gracemere at the Croquet Queensland AC Division 4 Medal in Bundaberg, each winning three of their five games in their first singles Association competition.

Bundaberg: Bundaberg Croquet Club Come and Try Sessions
Bundaberg

Bundaberg Croquet Club Come and Try Sessions

Try croquet at Bundaberg Croquet Club. Free coaching is available on Tuesdays and Fridays. Contact Russell or Joy for details or just come along.

Laurel Bank: Devonshire Tea at Laurel Bank today and Monday
Laurel Bank

Devonshire Tea at Laurel Bank today and Monday

Come and visit Laurel Bank Croquet Club. Serving Devonshire Tea until 4pm today and Monday 21st September.

Pine Rivers: Pine Rivers hosts annual Gateball teams and doubles tourname
Pine Rivers

Pine Rivers hosts annual Gateball teams and doubles tournament

Pine Rivers Croquet Club recently hosted its annual Gateball Teams and Doubles Tournament, welcoming players from several clubs for a successful weekend of competition.

Moreton Bay Gateball: Moreton Bay Gateball wins Pine Rivers Team Event
Moreton Bay Gateball

Moreton Bay Gateball wins Pine Rivers Team Event

Moreton Bay Gateball Club celebrates success at the annual Pine Rivers Gateball Team Event, including a team win and a doubles victory.

Burleigh Heads Palm Beach: Burleigh Heads Palm Beach Croquet Club receives mallet donat
Burleigh Heads Palm Beach

Burleigh Heads Palm Beach Croquet Club receives mallet donation, plus one more from Burleigh Heads Palm Beach

Also from Burleigh Heads Palm Beach today: Burleigh Heads Palm Beach celebrates spring with garden party.

West Toowoomba: West Toowoomba hosts Egyptian Competition
West Toowoomba

West Toowoomba hosts Egyptian Competition

Members lined up for the start of the Egyptian Competition, held at the West Toowoomba club on Sunday, 9 September.

Dalby: Spring social catch-up at Dalby Croquet Club
Dalby

Spring social catch-up at Dalby Croquet Club

Dalby Croquet Club invites everyone to a casual social catch-up this Sunday afternoon to welcome the arrival of spring.

Windsor: St Columba School visits Windsor Croquet Club
Windsor

St Columba School visits Windsor Croquet Club

Members welcomed students from St Columba School for a day of croquet and lunch at the Albion, fostering community engagement and enjoyment.

Wynnum: Wynnum Croquet Club promotes new game and enjoys Manly Sprin
Wynnum

Wynnum Croquet Club promotes new game and enjoys Manly Spring Festival

Wynnum Croquet Club set up a gazebo to welcome newcomers to the sport and members enjoyed the Spring Festival in Manly, featuring car displays and live entertainment.

Toombul: Toombul draws with McIlwraith in BNR Pennants
Toombul

Toombul draws with McIlwraith in BNR Pennants

Toombul fought back from a 2-4 deficit to draw 5-5 with McIlwraith, taking the overall hoops. The team remains top of Division 3 with four wins from four matches.

Graceville: Come and try croquet at Graceville Croquet Club
Graceville

Come and try croquet at Graceville Croquet Club

Graceville Croquet Club invites new players to experience the physical and social benefits of croquet with three free introductory sessions.

Stephens: Tuesday evening social croquet under the lights
Stephens

Tuesday evening social croquet under the lights

Stephens Croquet Club invites players to join Tuesday evening social croquet sessions, now lit by three years of court lighting.

Headland-Buderim: MJJ Accounting enjoys team planning day at Headland-Buderim
Headland-Buderim

MJJ Accounting enjoys team planning day at Headland-Buderim

The team from MJJ Accounting visited Headland-Buderim Croquet Club on 17 September for a successful team planning day.

Toowoomba: Skill sharing and social play at Toowoomba Croquet Club
Toowoomba

Skill sharing and social play at Toowoomba Croquet Club

Members at Toowoomba Croquet Club enjoyed a game today, with Alyson sharing her skills in jumping the ball with new players.

McIlwraith: Five McIlwraith Presidents Celebrate 25 Years of Leadership
McIlwraith

Five McIlwraith Presidents Celebrate 25 Years of Leadership

Five McIlwraith Croquet Club Presidents, spanning 25 years of service, were honoured at the recent AGM, highlighting a legacy of leadership and community growth.

Eildon: Eildon celebrates spring Gala Day as national grants open
Eildon

Eildon celebrates spring Gala Day as national grants open

Eildon celebrated a sunny spring Gala Day with wins for Mike Mabbutt, Graeme Jesse, Barry Beattie and Tony Cade. Croquet Australia grants are also now open for players and officials.

Laurel Bank: Laurel Bank Club Serving Devonshire Tea at Carnival of Flowe
Laurel Bank

Laurel Bank Club Serving Devonshire Tea at Carnival of Flowers

Visit Laurel Bank Club during the Carnival of Flowers to enjoy Devonshire Tea. We are open from Friday to Monday across three weeks in September.

Dalby: Dalby Croquet Club celebrates Friendship Day and invites spr
Dalby

Dalby Croquet Club celebrates Friendship Day and invites spring players

Dalby Croquet Club welcomed 29 players for its annual Friendship Day and is now inviting members to join the first Sunday afternoon game of the spring season.

Windsor: Windsor Cup 2026 block winners announced
Windsor

Windsor Cup 2026 block winners announced

The 2026 Windsor Cup concluded in perfect conditions, with Shane Davis, Rosemary Newsham, Sarah Widen, and Joy Wright taking out their respective blocks.

Wynnum: Queensland defeats Western Australia on day three of Inter S
Wynnum

Queensland defeats Western Australia on day three of Inter State Shield

Queensland secured a victory over Western Australia on day three of the Inter State Shield.

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