2026 Australian Golf Croquet Gold Medal

Tournament Prospectus Information

Event Partners

Croquet Victoria are pleased to recognise Sport and Recreation Victoria as a Platinum Partner. 

Croquet Victoria are pleased to recognise Quest Watergardens as a Gold Partner. 

A part of the agreement is discounted accommodation for players and attendees across the coming year. Below are are the discounted rates and method of booking:
•    Studio Apartments $150 per apartment, per night (do not have laundry facilities however, we do have a communal laundry)
•    One Bedroom $195 per apartment, per night
•    Two Bedroom $220 per apartment per nigh
Players can call or email Quest Watergardens directly and mention “CROQUET” to receive the above rates watergardens@questapartments.com.au

Croquet Victoria are delighted to recognise Transforma Mallets as a Silver Partner for the Carnival of Croquet livestreaming to be held in September 2026. Transforma Mallets are designed for beginner to advanced croquet players. Check their website for more information.

Key Event Dates

• Australian Golf Croquet Gold Medal: Wednesday 2nd to Friday 4th September at Cairnlea.
• GC Gold Medal Presentation & Gourmet BBQ Function: Friday 4th September at Cairnlea. (see below for ticket information)

Registration & Briefing

The schedule for the Player’s Briefing on the Tournament conditions & refereeing will confirmed once the event program is published. 

Practice Sessions

Information to be provided shortly. 

Venue Hospitality 

On-site catering will be available during the event. 

• Lunch will be available at VCC for purchase each day - sandwiches ($11-$13 each) plus pies etc
• Drinks - tea & coffee (free), soft drinks, bottled water $3  

Functions

GC Gold Medal Presentation will take place at a Gourmet BBQ Function held at VCC on the evening of Friday 4th September and coincide with a welcome for GC Singles players.

CLICK here or scan the QR code below to visit the booking page for all functions to be held during the 2026 GC September Carnival. 

2026 Tournament Officials

Important Documents 

Event Photography
Croquet Australia wish to advise players and spectators that this event will be subject to filming and photography for promotion and player development purposes by approved persons only. Any photos and images will only be used for CA promotional purposes to promote the sport of Croquet. Medal and trophy winners (including parents/guardians of players under age 18) should advise the Tournament Manager if they do not wish to have their image used for marketing/promotional purposes and player development, and should not participate in the photography of presentation ceremonies.