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Coolum celebrates Alan George's 100th birthday
Coolum Croquet Club marked a special milestone this week, celebrating Life Member Alan George's 100th birthday with family and friends.
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Condolences on the passing of George Ebbett
Headland-Buderim members remember Glenis and George Ebbett, regular visitors from New Zealand. The club extends its sincere condolences to Glenys on George's recent unexpected passing.
Sunday afternoon croquet returns on 1 November
Sunday afternoon croquet is back at Dalby, weather permitting. Everyone is welcome to join the club on 1 November from 3 pm to 5 pm.
Lindsay Boaler wins Toombul Golf Croquet Championship; Patron Leanne Linard visits
Lindsay Boaler won the Doherty shield with a 7-6 final against a field of 16 players. Patron Leanne Linard also joined a morning tea to meet the new committee and discuss 2028 Centenary plans.
Anne Barry wins Penny Jackson Open Women's Singles
Anne Barry has won the Penny Jackson Open Women's Singles Trophy at McIlwraith after a closely fought match against Gayle Petrie. The club thanks its gallery and sponsor Penny Jackson.
Why play croquet? A message from our President
Our President shares why she loves croquet, from the friendships to the tactics. The club thanks Jacky for the eye-catching result.
Di wins Mary McMahon GC Invitational; Pukeroa and Colman take Lohrisch Shield
Di won the inaugural Mary McMahon GC Invitational at Southport, with Francesca de Wytt runner-up. Ephraim Pukeroa and John Colman also won the first J.G. Lohrisch Shield, finishing one hoop clear.
Jill Cole receives Volunteer Award
Eildon Croquet Club President Jill Cole has received a Volunteer Award from Redcliffe MP Kerri-Anne Dooley. The club thanks her for her tireless devotion to its betterment.
Greg Hays wins Div 1 Club Champion and Hudson Cup
Burleigh Heads Palm Beach has a new Div 1 Club Champion in Greg Hays, who took the Hudson Cup. Ann Rawding finished as runner-up after a tight game.
Hans and Nev claim second at Twin Rivers doubles
Congratulations to Hans and Nev on winning second place at the Twin Rivers doubles on the weekend.
Francesca de Wytt runner-up in inaugural Mary McMahon Invitation
Congratulations to Francesca de Wytt, runner-up in the inaugural Mary McMahon Women's Golf Croquet Invitation.
Kleidon and McGrath win Wynnum Mixed Doubles Level Play
Carol Kleidon and Nathan McGrath won the WCC Mixed Doubles Level Play, with Ann Brooks and David Selth runners-up. Eight partnerships played seven round-robin games for the Richard Pickvance Shield.
Cath Duncan wins bronze at AP&ES Games
Coolum member Cath Duncan won a bronze medal at the 2026 Australasian Police and Emergency Services Games at Southport. She presented the medal to Club President Garry Hudson.
West Toowoomba's Friendship Day draws 36 players, and a grandmother coaches a budding champion
West Toowoomba Croquet Club held its annual Friendship Day on Thursday, with 36 players enjoying themselves despite tricky conditions. Newcomer Amanda also coached her granddaughter at the event.
Local businesses back Capricorn Coast multi draw, plus one more from Capricorn Coast
Also from Capricorn Coast today: Gladstone wins Pinefest Trophy in regional competition.
Photos from Caloundra Croquet Club
A flyer for a free croquet Come and Try at Caloundra Mallet Sports Club, Sunday 1 November, 10am to 12pm.
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.
Golf croquet sessions every Wednesday and Friday
Toowoomba Croquet Club invites players to join regular golf croquet sessions on Wednesday and Friday mornings.
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 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.
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 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.
Grey clouds don't stop a full morning's play
Despite grey clouds, four Headland-Buderim members enjoyed a full morning of croquet. Lawns 3 and 4 were well drained and in good playing condition.
Toombul hosts historic Golf Croquet Open Doubles
Toombul Croquet Club hosted the Croquet Queensland Golf Croquet Open Doubles over the weekend, won by Beth Parker and Ann Rawding from Burleigh Heads Palm Beach in a historic all-female partnership victory.
McIlwraith Blue wraps up Division 3 Pennants against Eildon
McIlwraith Blue finished the Division 3 Pennants competition with a win on games against Eildon Croquet Club. The real winner on the day, as always, was croquet.
Stephens Croquet Club celebrates 103rd birthday
Stephens Croquet Club turned 103 with Golf Croquet doubles, a sausage sizzle and birthday cake. Deb and Geraldine won the 4th Horse and Plough event.
Twin Rivers club singles championships results
Twin Rivers held its club singles championships in September in good conditions. Carl McGifford won the 9+ handicap for the second year running, and Di Michels took the open singles.
Eildon postpones return to play, morning tea still on
Eildon has postponed its return to play because of the wet weather. The Volunteers' Morning Tea will still go ahead for all members at 9.30am.
Ann Rawding and Beth Parker win Queensland Open Doubles
Ann Rawding and Beth Parker have won the Queensland Open Golf Croquet Doubles Championship, becoming the first all-female team to win the competition. They won by four net hoops.
Windsor wins BNR Division 3 Pennant test against Toombul
Windsor secured a victory in the BNR Division 3 Pennant test against Toombul, with thanks to the team, supporters, and hosts.
Cecelia Hains wins Women's Handicap Singles as Wynnum launches Monday Mahjong
Cecelia Hains beat Lisa Weightman in the final of the WCC Women's Handicap Singles. Wynnum also welcomed 21 people to its first Monday Mahjong sessions, led by Frances Gray.
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