Thanks Judy 
Your offer is much appreciated.
Marilyn will contact you on the email you used for your ClubHub account.
She will run you through what the task is and then have a discussion how you'd like to do it. CAQ is keen to have keen people develop their own ideas on how they can do the best for croquet.
The only outcome we need is to keep track of our current trophies. Any additional trophy related ideas you have Judy will be warmly welcomed!
task: We have lots happening that involves technology so looking for enthusiastic people to contribute.
Outcome: A wide variety of people helping implement, use and maintain our wide use of technology from administration to marketing, video & photos and member communication.
Time commitment:
All the fun stuff gets shared around and you learn new skills and help croquet in Queensland be better.
estimated commitment: Whatever time you would like to use to help.
Task: Keep track of who has the trophy and make sure it is returned prior to the running of that event next time. Currently trophies waiting for presentation are in storage at Milton. Clubs have other former CAQ trophies in their clubhouses.
Outcome: Megan, the events coordinator has way too any things to do in her events role so someone doing this task will give Megan more time to do some of her many other croquet volunteer roles.
Estimated commitment: 2 hours per month. Maybe more if it is decided to ask and record details and locations of historical trophies.
Task: Record and keep updated volunteer qualifications for coaching, refereeing, tournament management and Blue Card.
Outcome: Currently Penny, CAQ Secretary - spends way too much time helping croquet. We want to lighten her load so Penny gets time to play the game she loves.
Estimated commitment: One hour a week.
Task: Add, change or remove member details from the membership database. Once a year reconcile club & CAQ membership lists.
Outcome: Our treasurer, Helen, and our secretary, will do less work because someone is helping them with this task.
Estimated commitment: 1-2 hours per week processing membership information plus an annual membership census.
Reply below to nominate to help or ask clarifying questions.
We are a completely volunteer organisation.
Croquet in Queensland has operated and built its storied history thanks to the contributions of countless people who cared about the game and got joy in making it better for the future.
It is now our time to shape the game's future.
Match your interests with tasks and enjoy helping. If you have particular knowledge, or enthusiasm for a hobby combine it with croquet.
In this helpers needed section you will see tasks listed. These are bite-sized ways to contribute without doing too much.
Nominate when you see a task you'd enjoy helping with. Croquet thanks you in advance.
(STICKY - Placeholder) Examples: Great Club Facilities & Maintenance (Videos)
G'day Facility Fans!
Seeing how other croquet clubs manage their grounds, maintain their clubhouse, look after crucial equipment, or successfully complete facility upgrades can provide great practical insights.
This space is reserved for sharing real-world examples of excellent facility and equipment management from clubs around Queensland.
We plan to add content here, including:
Learning from each other helps us all take better care of the physical assets that make playing croquet possible!
Stay tuned – we'll update this topic with examples as they become available!
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(STICKY) Planning Facility & Major Equipment Upgrades
G'day Planning Committee & Members,
From time to time, our club will need to undertake major improvements or replace significant assets to keep facilities up-to-date and meet member needs. This could include projects like:
These large projects require careful planning well in advance!
Key Steps in Planning Major Upgrades:
Leveraging Project Planning Resources:
Planning major upgrades or asset replacements follows the same principles as any significant club project. Please use the excellent resources already available in our Club Hub and directly from the QLD Government:
Thorough planning is essential when investing significant club funds into facilities or major equipment like a new mower, ensuring you get the best outcome and value for the club.
Looking after your clubhouse and the essential equipment that keeps the club running is just as important as maintaining the courts.
Clubhouse Care:
Managing Key Equipment:
Your club relies on various pieces of equipment, and managing them well saves money and hassle.
Proactive management of the clubhouse and equipment prevents bigger problems down the line and ensures these valuable assets serve the club well.
