IT\u2019S hammer time at the Western Croquet Club.<\/p>\n
Each Friday the club is hosting croquet nights from 6pm with the aim of encouraging families, groups and kids to get involved in the sport.<\/p>\n
Western Croquet Club president Denie Etherson said the aim of the game is to get everyone involved no matter the age or capability.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe club\u2019s been going since 1904 and in the last 11 years it\u2019s more than doubled its members,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
\u201cAlthough it seems you just hit the ball into the hoops, it\u2019s also a strategy game and good gentle physical exercise.\u201d<\/p>\n
The cost for adults is $5, children $2 and families $10 and that includes a sausage sizzle, water and a night of croquet.<\/p>\n
After a tough year last year, Ms Etherson said it\u2019s nice to be able to get back onto the green and offer the community something fun.<\/p>\n
\u201cWith the Friday nights, we\u2019re hoping to get younger people and as always improve our membership,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s just to have a bit of fun, we hope to get some outsiders in and some of our members will bring their families as well.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis is a great way for people who have always wanted to play croquet or have driven past can come along and have a play.\u201d<\/p>\n