On a warm autumn day Nowra, Jervis Bay and Shoalhaven Ladies, combined to hold their fun croquet day at the Nowra courts in Bomaderry. Some forty six probus members enjoyed the game with the assistance and guidance of Nowra Club Members. There was also games of mallet skills for all to enjoy. Of course, Probus supplied their usual barbecue luncheon for all to enjoy.
 Nowra president Wendy Wade, with Ross Thompson, Don Oberg, Sandy Campbell and Nevijlle Anderson |
 Monica Borg and Lillian Grech discussing tactics |
 Anne Sippo, Sue Delaney, Helen Sippo, Peter Delaney, under the watchful eye of Nowra member Marie McLean |
 Brian Costello enjoying the day |
 Nowra member Keith Poynter, watches as Theresa McKinnon runs the ball up the 'tube' |
 Don Oberg and Sandy Campbell enjoying a rest |
 Great conditions for a fun day |
 Our new flag pole minus the wind!!!! |
On Thursday 17 March, Margaret Rose Thompson came to Jamberoo to introduce us to the game of Ricochet, which is growing in popularity within the NSW croquet community. Players from Wollongong, Bundanoon and Southern Highlands joined Jamberoo members ‘to make up a class of 29 students. After Margaret’s detailed explanation of the game, we were treated to a ricochet demonstration by two experienced players from Nowra (Margaret Sawyers and Phil Pickard) before a brief morning tea break.
Players were then divided into 3 groups for the chance to try their hand at ricochet under the supervision of our "coaches".
The Jamberoo Executive Catering Service (ie our club members) served a delicious BBQ lunch, after which there was further opportunity to experience the intricacies of ricochet.
Many thanks to Margaret Rose and Tommy for coming, first to Nowra and then to Jamberoo, to share with us, her expertise and enthusiasm for ricochet. Thank you, also, to Margaret and Phil for travelling from Nowra to share your knowledge with us.
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Vale Jim Merson
Jim Merson passed away yesterday morning. Jim was a founder member of Bundanoon Croquet Club 23 years ago, and won medals at CNSW and other club events. He will be cremated tomorrow, and a memorial service will be held at St. Aidan's Anglican Church in Exeter commencing 2:30pm on Tuesday 22nd March, followed by refreshments at the Bundanoon Club. His many friends and relations from throughout Australia, New Zealand and the UK are expected to attend. Jim's ashes will be scattered at sea on Good Friday.
On Wednesday, 16th March, 2016, a Ricochet work shop was held for members wishing to improve their skills in ricochet. The work shop was led by Margaret Rose Thompson of Nelson Bay and who is a qualified Referee/Examiner in ricochet for N.S.W. Seventeen players took part, with visitors from Port Hacking , Milton Ulladulla and local members. The afternoon commenced with theory and question time, and then was followed by 'hands on experiences' There is no doubt, the tips learnt will go a long way, when participating in Nowra's inaugural Ricochet Carnival to be held on 9 and 10th of July 2016. Further photos can be viewed at nowracroquetclub.com
Bob Williamson
 Attentive members in the 'class room' |
 Hands on for practical work! |
 Margaret Rose Thompson, enjoying the moment |
 Measuring using the 'yard stick' |
 Theory is easy on the magnetic board! |
 Club captain, Margaret Sawers, discussing the finer points with Margaret Rose Thompson |
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Nowra C.C. Backs up at Bunnings
The Nowra club returned to Bunnings , to continue our fund raising activities for our project of the two new courts. As always, members worked as teams and did a mammoth effort. At the time we showed images of the proposed courts and had a shaker tin close by which was successful. A big thank you to all involved Bob Williamson Publicity Bob Williamson |
 The new look Bunnings Set up, with club captain, Margaret Sawers waiting for crowd! |
 The work has started, Wayne Worrall, David Turvey and Phil Pickard cooking up a storm |
 Don't forget the ladies, Marie Mclean head down and hard at it, with Ann Worrall looking after the money! |
Vale Annette Morris
On Sunday 21st February Nowra Croquet Club lost a good friend. Annette Morris, aged 65, who passed away after losing her fight with cancer. Annette joined our club in 2011 and was always a keen participant in club activities be it a working bee, social Sunday, Australia Day activities or hosting visitors to our club. She loved her golf croquet and all the friends she played with. In 2014 she was a member of our winning Division 3 Golf Croquet Pennants team. She will be sadly missed. Her funeral will be held at the Worrigee Memorial Gardens, Nowra at 11am Tuesday 1st March
Vale Shirley Hansen
Southern Highlands Croquet Club life member Mrs Shirley Hansen passed away this week. Shirley was very active in croquet for many years, competing at Tempe and at many other events throughout NSW. She will be remembered by many for her devotion to teaching the game to others. A burial ceremony will take place at Penrose General Cemetery at 2pm on Wednesday 17th February.
On the 10th of February 2016, Barb Piggott travelled from Toronto, to hold a training session with Nowra and visiting players, in the techniques of Golf Croquet. The afternoon session was enjoyed by the 17 players and an afternoon tea. I am sure, that those who attended will show marked improvement in their games as a result of the training.
Bob Williamson
 Players listening intently to Barb's introduction |
 Barb watches Nowra members Judith Ramadge and Keith Poynter as they play their shots |
 Players getting in to the swing of things under the croquet banner |
 Great day for training at Nowra |
During April 2015, 82 year old Len Muir, retired ambulance driver, was invited by a member to come to Croquet as he was seeking a new way in life. After watching then playing a few games, he became a member of the club. During the next few months, having had experience in gardening, he noticed several bare areas around the club where some additional gardens could be established. When speaking to the then Club President, John Deeves, about tendering these areas he was told "Go for it Len" So it began that Len became the clubs " Honorary Club Gardener". After many hours of work, new gardens have been established and are beginning to flourish with the dedication, shown by Len. Lets also not forget, Len is also becoming a formidable opponent on the playing courts and just' not the garden' All the members enjoy and appreciate the work that Len is doing for the club.
Bob Williamson
 Len watching a game intently |
 Len has propagated numerous cuttings for the gardens |
 Hard at work, under the "Croquet Banner" |