Welcome to Croquet Connect, your source for the latest news, events, and insights from Croquet Australia, keeping you informed and connected with the croquet community across the country.

Croquet Australia wishes all members a safe and happy holiday season.

Please note that the Croquet Australia office will be closed from

19 December to 5 January.

During this period, emails will be monitored intermittently, and responses may be delayed.

We look forward to reconnecting in the new year.

Association Croquet Open Doubles and Singles

Doubles Championship

Winners: Chris Borlase & Michael Gidding 

Runners-Up: Stephen Pearce & Trevor Bassett 

 

Singles Championship

Winner: Trevor Bassett, 

Runner-Up: Callum Hyland 

 

Special Awards

AB Morrison Encouragement Award: Felix Gelman White

 

   

Staff Update – Farewell and Thank You

Croquet Australia announces the resignation of National Operations Manager Kellie Thomas, who will conclude her role in December. Kellie has played a significant role in strengthening national operations, event support, and systems development, and we extend our thanks for her contributions and leadership.

We also farewell Michelle Tickner, whose contract as Pathways and Administration Coordinator will conclude in December also. Michelle has provided valuable support to members and committees during her time with us, and we thank her for her commitment and professionalism.

Croquet Australia extends its best wishes to both Kellie and Michelle for their future endeavours.

Croquet Australia is pleased to announce the posthumous induction of Agnes (AB) Morrison into the Croquet Australia Hall of Fame. 

Croquet Australia was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Jim Clement, a long-serving and respected member of both Croquet Victoria and Croquet Australia, following a period of illness.

Volunteer of the Month

We continue to Support and Empower our People

Volunteeer of the month:

October - Robert Wilson, Camden Park Croquet Club

November - Maggie Cussell, Gosnells Croquet Club

Thank You to Our Volunteers

As we reflect on 2025, Croquet Australia extends its heartfelt thanks to every volunteer across our clubs and associations. Your tireless commitment, whether on the lawns, behind the scenes, organising events, supporting players, or keeping clubs running smoothly, is the backbone of our sport.

Croquet simply couldn’t thrive without you. Thank you for everything you do.

CLUB NEWS

Has your club reached a milestone, achieved a goal, or simply has some great news to share? We’d love to hear from you! Send your stories and updates to Croquet Australia so we can celebrate your success with the wider community. 

 

Mildura Croquet Club

Shout out to Stella Barnes who recently celebrated for 100th birthday with a day on the green.  Many happy returns Stella, who shares her birthday with fellow member John Powell.  In a Birthday challenge, Stella took the win 8/5!

 

 

Moorabinda Croquet Club

Amazing new television advertisment from Moorabinda! Promoting croquet across their local regional area of WA.  Watch the advertisment HERE

 

Beechworth Croquet Club

Lighting and watering upgrades at Beechworth Croquet Club have been completed thanks to the Bendigo Community Bank’s Beechworth branch and the Indigo Shire Council.

More information HERE

 

Phillip Island Croquet Club

Recently, the Croquet Club celebrated its 50th birthday from its inception on 21st November 1975.

Current members were joined by Bass Council Mayor Rochelle Halstead to mark the event

 

 

Cooks River Croquet Club

A new shelter was officially opened by the Local Member Jo Haylen recently. This beautiful structure is a valuable addition to the Club. Well done to the maintenance team for all the hard work they put in to complete this massive project.  The members and guests thank you!

 

 

Croquet Australia has opened a new funding project with the Australian Sports Foundation:

Croquet Academy Learning and Development Project.

The project aims to establish a structured pathway for training and accrediting tournament managers and officials from grassroots to the national stage. This will ensure that croquet competitions are managed efficiently and professionally, leading to improved player experiences and growth of the sport.

More information is HERE

All donations are tax deductible.

Incorporation Update

WCF Members have voted to approve the incorporation of the WCF as a Company Limited by Guarantee.

The work to finalise the set-up of the company will continue, with both the old WCF and the new company continuing in parallel until such time as bank accounts have been set-up and all assets and contracts ready to transfer. When this is complete, an official transfer date will be agreed, and the new company will be fully in place.

Croquet Australia acknowledges the traditional custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community.