NELSON Bay Croquet Club (NBCC) has cancelled the NSW Division 1 Mixed Doubles competition scheduled for 20 and 21 August due to flooding and extensive damage to courts.
While competitors from across the state are disappointed this decision has been supported by Croquet New South Wales
“Our committee has been working with Port Stephens Council to identify ways that such severe flooding can be prevented from happening again, or at least less frequently,” stated Club President Gary Allan.
The ACA Golf Croquet Singles Championship is scheduled at the local courts for 6 to 9 September followed by the ACA Interstate Shield from 10 to 12 September.
“These events attract large numbers of players and tourists to our area so the Committee and members remain hopeful that the competitive games will be able to proceed,” advised NBCC Vice President Marty Quirke.
Port Stephens Council has applied for a grant to create a drain line along the back of the NBCC courts and Burwell Oval.
Meanwhile the NBCC Committee continues to seek advice about additional solutions.
By Ruth E WILSON
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