Queanbeyan Croquet Club in Queanbeyan, New South Wales | Sports club

Queanbeyan Croquet Club

Locality: Queanbeyan, New South Wales

Phone: +61 439 943 901

Address: 28 Farrer Place 2620 Queanbeyan, NSW, Australia

Website: https://www.queanbeyancroquet.org.au

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25.01.2022 Congratulations Barbara Fraser for being the 100th person to like our page. Now for the second 100.

25.01.2022 We have finally got our signage up. Thanks to Geoff and Paul, watched carefully by Janelle.

25.01.2022 Congratulations to Di and Carl who held their wedding anniversary at our Club today. They had around 20 guests, and all enjoyed a game of croquet despite the freezing winds.

24.01.2022 Happy birthday to Mary Hearn who turned 90 today. She is our oldest, and one of our most loved members.

24.01.2022 A big thank you to all of our volunteers.

24.01.2022 Looking forward to our club member, Linda Nickels, telling us all about this when she returns from this event.

24.01.2022 Star Buffet is the largest All You Can Eat Buffet in Canberra. Featuring over 100+ delicious dishes daily.

23.01.2022 An iniative worth pursuing.

23.01.2022 20 degrees - perfect weather for a spot of croquet after lunch!

23.01.2022 Join us for our Melbourne Cup Luncheon Croquet from 11:00am, lunch at 1:00pm Bring food to share, dress for the occasion and bring money for sweeps. The cup will be broadcast at the clubhouse on our big screen at 3:00pm from Flemington.

23.01.2022 Our Golf Croquet Club Championship Final will be played on Saturday 15/5/2021 at 1.00pm. Ann Clifton v Paul Gerbich. Everyone is welcome to spectate.

22.01.2022 Didn't get a chance to watch The Crowd Goes Wild on Friday? Not to worry, we have the story for you to check out now!

21.01.2022 As things stand at the moment, the NSW Office of Sport currently permits participation in croquet for exercise purposes under its Public Health Order provided all the other usual rules are followed - e.g. high levels of personal hygiene and appropriate social distancing - but for only two people at a time. We have also confirmed with Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council that we can resume play. To cater for the existing two-at-a-time rule a booking system for the club usi...ng Google Calendar software. Please see instructions below. The following rules MUST be adhered to when playing at the club: 1. The lawn will be open for both practice and play, but for QCC members only 2. Only two (2) people can play at a time 3. Only two (2) people are permitted in the clubhouse at any one time 4. Book a time using the QCC Calendar (see instructions below) 5. For the safety of everyone, it is best to use tissues and /or wipes on commonly used surfaces such as gates and doors 6. Please comply with all the social distancing rules 7. Only access the Clubhouse to retrieve and return equipment; to perform necessary administrative tasks (like signing in and paying fees); and to use the toilet and wash your hands 8. The kitchen is out of bounds for refreshments. The aim of the restriction is to not have too large a gathering in close quarters in the clubhouse. 9. Wipe the hoops, mallet handles and balls before and after play. 10. Wash your hands often! In preparation for the resumption of play, the clubhouse has been cleaned, as have the mallets, balls and hoops. The cloth handled mallets have been set aside for the time being as they are more awkward to clean. You will find disinfectant wipes, hand sanitiser and single use plastic gloves in the clubhouse. Thank you to Kem Hazelton for the cleaning and supply of sanitiser etc. HOW TO USE THE BOOKING SYSTEM Access the booking calendar by going to the following web site: https://calendar.google.com/calendar Login: [email protected] Password: (sent out to all members via email) There are a few ways to make a booking. You can: EITHER (a) Use the Create command which is in the top left corner and enter the following details: In the TITLE enter something like AC - {name 1} & {name 2} or GC - {name 1} & {name 2}; ADJUST the date and time to what you want and select SAVE. OR (b) Highlight the timeslot you wish to book on the timetable grid and then enter the details indicated above in the event box that pops up. Select SAVE. Make sure the All day box is not set and please limit your booking to a maximum of 2 hours. To log out, click on the QCC logo in the top right hand corner, and from the drop down menu that appears, select "SIGN OUT". You can go back and edit the details later if need be by clicking on the event in the timetable grid and then click on EDIT EVENT in the pop up box.

21.01.2022 We got a mention in the latest edition of the Bungendore Weekly. In her article about the Bungendore Seniors Festival, Sharon included a paragraph that says: "We have entertainment from the Australian Rugby Mens Choir as well as the Queanbeyan Croquet Club joining us."

21.01.2022 A few members from Canberra Croquet Club utilised our court for GC practice tonight. Great to see them. It was then taken over by the Queanbeyan Club for GC with Mary showing us how its done running several hoops!

21.01.2022 Its started, at long last! The maintenance of our lawn began this afternoon with scarifying.

21.01.2022 For those who haven't read this article from our very experienced member Linda Nickels.

20.01.2022 Finally after a lot of problem solving, our resident Sparky, Andrew has fixed the lights. Just in time for the Golf Croquet this evening starting at 5pm!

19.01.2022 We had a very successful coaching workshop today with Peter Freer. Everyone enjoyed the workshop and learned some tactics to try. A big thankyou to Peter for providing such an informative session.

19.01.2022 Noticed on a tourist walk in Canberra Civic. Mini croquet near the Merry Go Round.

18.01.2022 Members will be able to access the club now via our new mobility path and ramp.

18.01.2022 CNSW Board Series #1 - Meet new Director & CNSW Chair - Kate Elliott. See Kate’s answers to the following questions on the CNSW website. https://www.croquet-nsw....org/governance/board/index.html 1. What brought you to being a member of the Board? 2. What is your Board portfolio and what is your key focus for this for the next 12 months? 3. What is your vision for croquet in NSW and what do you think Clubs and individual members can do to support that? 4. Tell us a bit about your local club and what you like best about it? See more

18.01.2022 Star Buffet is the largest 'All You Can Eat' Buffet in Canberra. Featuring over 100+ delicious dishes daily.

17.01.2022 Congratulations Peter from all us here at Queanbeyan Croquet Club, where you have also been a constant source of support.

17.01.2022 Renovations to the clubhouse A concrete ramp is to be constructed in front of the clubhouse to improve mobility access. The concrete will be poured on Wednesday 29th July and will take a number of days to set. This means that the clubhouse will be out of bounds from early Wednesday 29th July to Saturday 1st August. No games during this time.

17.01.2022 Day 3: the lawn has been verti-drained and is being top-dressed. Once this is complete they will fertilize it.

16.01.2022 Roofing contractors were busy repairing our clubhouse roof today. The pressure sprayer kept them cool in the hot conditions.

16.01.2022 An historic photo for those who have played at Wagga Croquet Club.

15.01.2022 Celebrating the conclusion of our successful 6 weeks of Association Croquet lessons.

15.01.2022 A very different Christmas in Canada. Croquet balls buried under SNOW.

15.01.2022 Queanbeyan Croquet Club Members invite everyone to celebrate World Croquet Day with them and have fun gaining new skills, as you learn to play croquet in a friendly, inclusive, environment. A free sausage sizzle, morning tea and tea/coffee will be provided. Players must wear flat soled shoes. All equipment is provided. ‘This is a Covid safe event.'... www.queanbeyancroquet.org.au See more

14.01.2022 This weekend, Queanbeyan Croquet Club (QCC) is playing Canberra Croquet Club (CCC) in the Blackall Cup. Play starts at 10am tomorrow at QCC with Golf Croquet followed by Association Croquet and Sunday at 10am at CCC. Come on down for a cuppa & slice of cake... & to show your support for QCC.

12.01.2022 Congratulations on a great effort.

12.01.2022 Congratulations Jamie from all of the members of Queanbeyan Croquet Club.

11.01.2022 A sport for all ages.Youngsters enjoying Day 2 of our 'Come & Try' Days.

11.01.2022 Some of the images from today's 85th birthday party in the company of the Mayor Tim Overall, his wife Nichole Overall and the club members. Photo credit: Photos by Wanderlust73

11.01.2022 A variation of croquet, bowls, woodchopping and afl. A recent visitor to our club educated us about this "aussie" sport.

10.01.2022 Our club is in the process of buying a set of these balls. Now we know the work that goes into making them. Thanks Australian Croquet Co.

10.01.2022 We have been advised by Paul Manwaring of the Australian Croquet Company that croquet balls should NOT be cleaned with sanitizer. Apparently this was done in th...e USA and it changed the colour of the balls. Instead we recommend that balls are cleaned in a bucket of warm/hot water with dishwashing liquid. They need to be cleaned properly in this mixture, wiped all over with a brush or rag. This will kill bacteria and viruses that may be on the balls. They can then be left to dry. Players could wear gloves whilst performing this task, if gloves are not used then the player must wash their hands with soap for at least 20-30 seconds. Please pass this information to all players who are in charge of cleaning equipment at your club and ensure that this procedure is followed for correct care of the balls and protection of players. Enjoy some croquet over the weekend!

10.01.2022 Day 2 - scarifying completed but due to the expected storm this afternoon top dressing will be done tomorrow.

09.01.2022 The Blackall Cup has been played over the last two days between Queanbeyan & Canberra Croquet Clubs. After day one at Queanbeyan, Canberra held a narrow lead 3 - 2. Today we were at Canberra & Queanbeyan came out on top with a narrow margin of 3 - 2. Overall the sides were evenly matched with the result of 5 - 5, which meant a countback on hoops and retaining the Blackall Cup is Queanbeyan Croquet Club!... Thanks to all involved at both Clubs for making this a successful & memorable weekend. Looking forward to defending the title in 2020!

09.01.2022 Queanbeyan's own Peter Freer will be going through to the next round of the final 16 at the Australian GC Singles Competition at Cairnlea Victoria. For all the results & latest updates please go to Croquetscores.com

09.01.2022 An impressive effort Wagga.

09.01.2022 Our member Cathi Moore honoured. "Ms Moore becomes a member of the Order of Australia in the Australia Day honours, recognised for her significant service to young women, and to the community." Canberra Times

09.01.2022 The Punters Club enjoying an afternoon of croquet. Another group happy with hiring our clubhouse and lawn.

09.01.2022 We have reached a record number of members for our club. Rewarding and exciting breaking the 40 barrier.

08.01.2022 Relaxing end to Wednesday evening Association Croquet.

08.01.2022 We have a talented artist in our membership. Lovely work Helen.

08.01.2022 Some of the images from todays 85th birthday party in the company of the Mayor Tim Overall, his wife Nichole Overall and the club members. Photo credit: Photos by Wanderlust73

07.01.2022 We encourage all club members to join and support this club and help celebrate the success of our major sponsor. Open for business from the 27th November at 2.00pm.

07.01.2022 Tune into Channel 7s Sunrise program on Monday 1 April which is featuring Croquet. A big thank you to Mosman Croquet Club which is hosting Sam Mac’s team produc...ing the weather segments so there will be cross overs to the club every half hour from 5.30am. Sounds like fun and a great opportunity to reach a wide audience to share the joy of croquet! See more

06.01.2022 Some of the 32 participants who joined us for our Come and Try Day. We were proudly showing off our new teardrop flag.

06.01.2022 The final of the 2019 Golf Croquet Club Championship was played today between Charles Douglas & Peter Freer. Conditions were perfect ,albeit a little on the cool side. It was good to see a few club members remain behind after the morning seesion to watch the match. Congratulations goes to Peter for taking out the honours 7- 0, 7 - 3. Well played gents

06.01.2022 Members enjoying a traditional and very merry Christmas Luncheon.

06.01.2022 A reminder of our WORKING BEE. When: 11th July 2020 We will need to maintain social distancing, so put your names on the google calendar and your approximate time of arrival, so that everyone is not at the club at the same time.

05.01.2022 Spring is in the air! Nighttime croquet.

04.01.2022 More than an article about World Croquet Day in the City News .

04.01.2022 CNSW Board Series #1 - Meet new Director & CNSW Chair - Kate Elliott. See Kates answers to the following questions on the CNSW website. https://www.croquet-nsw....org/governance/board/index.html 1. What brought you to being a member of the Board? 2. What is your Board portfolio and what is your key focus for this for the next 12 months? 3. What is your vision for croquet in NSW and what do you think Clubs and individual members can do to support that? 4. Tell us a bit about your local club and what you like best about it? See more

03.01.2022 It is with sadness we advise that the Queanbeyan Croquet Club will be temporarily closing to adhere to the Governments restrictions. But never fear...we will be back! To everyone - stay safe and keep in touch with each other. May we all be back playing again sooner rather than later.

03.01.2022 Queanbeyan Club members, Peter Freer & Charles Douglas will play in the final for the 2019 Golf Croquet Club Championship. When: Tuesday 6th August after the morning games Time: approximately 12 noon... It will be the best of 3 games and everyone is welcome to come and watch.

02.01.2022 It's started, at long last! The maintenance of our lawn began this afternoon with scarifying.

02.01.2022 The Queanbeyan shirt was on the world stage when Peter Freer refereed the first semi-final between Soha Mostafa (Egypt) and Jenny Clarke (NZ) at the Women's World Golf Croquet Championship at Napier on Friday 8 Feb 2019. Soha won through in a tense 5 game match, ending on the 13th hoop. Soha then went on to win the Championship in 4 games against Manal Khoudeir on Saturday. (Peter also refereed that match, albeit wearing the tournament shirt

02.01.2022 Don’t forget this Saturday 21st September, 10.30 to 3pm, we are celebrating the formation of the Queanbeyan Croquet Club, 85 years ago. We would like to invite you all to come along and have a game of croquet and help us celebrate this event.

02.01.2022 Participants enjoying tuition and a game of croquet, with our members, at the first of our 2019 'Come & Try' Days.

02.01.2022 Wishing Canberra Croquet Club a successful recovery.

02.01.2022 Interesting news coverage about our croquet neighbours in the ACT.

01.01.2022 All ages enjoyed the varied games available during our World Croquet Day celebrations.