Whats Happening at Club Waimea Squash

The Waimea Squash Club which falls under the umbrella of Club Waimea in Richmond, Nelson completed an extensive upgrade of their kitchen and bar facilities in February, marking the completion of a strategic plan project that was first raised in 2017. Initially, the plan was to replace worn bench tops in a kitchen that was now 47 years old but had lasted well due to members help and maintenance. In 2023 the committee decided that a full kitchen and bar upgrade would provide better future value for our growing club and affording us opportunities to hold larger events. The Club has a healthy fundraising culture, and so with event funds and ongoing wall and tin sponsorship income, we are proud to have fully funded this project ourselves.

The project ran through 4 key phases:

Phase 1: Planning and design. Consultations with the kitchen design company began in May 2024 and were locked in after final approval by Club Waimea in October.

Phase 2: Move the bar. The lounge area was cleared to make room for the creation of a new bar on the opposite wall. Whilst we could do without a kitchen during the summer months, it was important to ensure bar facilities remained available at all times!

Phase 3: Out with the old. Once the new bar was functional, the existing kitchen and bar were ripped out, and the walls, floors, plumbing and electrics all prepped for the new kitchen.

Phase 4: In with the new. New kitchen installation.

We are extremely grateful for the commitment and dedication of our loyal skilled members who made up the project team, including accounting, purchasing, installation, electrics, plumbing and many other general duties. The team worked hours in their spare time to complete both the bar move and installation, and full kitchen refurbishment in 5 months so they can be utilised for the 2025 season and shown off during our signature Waimea Open tournament in May.

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This was a well-coordinated effort that has exceeded all of our expectations and feedback from members has been tremendous. We are looking forward to the official opening celebrations!