Pairs Tournament at Lake Cathie

Entries are still open for the 2016 Lake Cathie BC "The President's Big Bowl Pairs". Play is over two days, Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th October, 2016.

With $4,000 in prize money this popular tournament is open to men's, women's & mixed pairs.

View the tournament flyer here for more details and contact information for entries.

News from Westport - WBC

The news report from the Westport Women's BC for the week ending Sunday 2nd October, 2016 is now available.

"On Sunday October 16^th we will be holding our Annual Charity Day. Starting at 10.00 am with BBQ lunch and entry fee of $15." 

View the report here with thanks to Kaye Stingel, Publicity Officer.

Heads Up from Bowls Victoria

The 29th September, 2016 edition of "Heads Up" is now available from Bowls Victoria.

Topics include: Do you know Jack High?, Under 18 Nationals preview and Two new clubs in Victoria.

View the latest edition here on the Bowls Victoria web site.

News from Port City - WBC

The news report from the Port City Women's Bowling Club for the week ending Tuesday 27th September, 2016 is now available.

"Consistency Singles close on October 4.   (to be played on October 18)"

View the report here with thanks to Gail Carmody, Publicity Officer.

News from Kew - MBC

The news report from the Kew Men's BC for the week ending Sunday the 25th September, 2016 is now available.

View the latest report here on the Kew Country Club web site.

News from Westport - WBC

The news report from the Westport Women's BC for the week ending Sunday 25th September, 2016 is now available.

"Final of Minor Pairs is on Wednesday September 28th between Bette Whiting and Leonie Laws."

View the report here with thanks to Kaye Stingel, Publicity Officer.

News from Port City - MBC

The news report from the Port City Men's Bowling Club for the week ending Sunday 25th September, 2016 is now available.

"The teams are on the board for the club challenge to be played on Sunday October 9th."

View the report here with thanks to Colin Halls.

News from Lake Cathie - WBC

The news report for the week ending Sunday 25th September, 2016 from the Lake Cathie Women's BC is now available.

View the report here with thanks to Liz Fuller, Lake Cathie.

News from Lake Cathie - MBC

The news report for the week ending Sunday 25th September, 2016 from the Lake Cathie Men's BC is now available.

"The Mixed Fours Championship is now open; entries close on the 9th October with the first round to be played on or before the 23rd. Get your entry in!"

View the news report here with thanks to Ray Downes.

C of C Champions Singles Zone 14 Final

 Phil Baker, Corey Daley & Greg Keft

 

‘CHIPPIE’ (CORY DALEY) WINS 2016 ZONE 14 CHAMPION OF CLUB CHAMPIONS SINGLES EVENT.

 

"Saturday, 24th September, 2016 marked the final milestone for Cory (Chippie) Daley of Park Beach BC when he fulfilled his dream of finally winning every Zone title in his wonderful career of bowling."

 

View the complete report here on the Zone 14 web site with thanks to Ken Errington & Ian Weldon.

Summerland Series in Ballina

The annual 2016 / 2017 Summerland Series $25,000 tournament will be held at the Ballina Bowling Club commencing on Monday 27th December, 2016.

The Series includes Pairs from Monday 27th - Thursday 29, December 2016 and the Singles from Monday 2nd - Friday 6th January, 2017.

Early entry is suggested as this popular tournament attracts a top field of bowlers.

View the flyer and entry forms here on the Cherry Street Sports web site.

News from Port City - WBC

The news report from the Port City Women's Bowling Club for the week ending Tuesday 20th September, 2016 is now available.

View the report here with thanks to Gail Carmody, Publicity Officer.

Versatility Fives Winners - see Gail's report for details and more photos.

New President for Men's Bowls NSW

At the Annual General Meeting 15.9.16 Barry Watkins (Cabramatta) was elected President of Bowls NSW and Dennis Taylor (Harbord) was elected Deputy President.

I'm sure members will be following, with interest, the agenda they have outlined for the state organisation.

View the news release here on the Bowls NSW web site.

News from Port City - MBC

The news report from the Port City Men's Bowling Club for the week ending Sunday 18th September, 2016 is now available.

"Entries are open for the mixed pairs – first round Sunday 25th September."
View the report here with thanks to Colin Halls.

News from Kew - MBC

The news report from the Kew Men's BC for the week ending Sunday the 18th September, 2016 is now available.

View the latest report here on the Kew Country Club web site.

Lake Cathie Pairs Tournament

Entries are still open for the 2016 Lake Cathie BC "The President's Big Bowl Pairs". Play is over two days, Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th October, 2016.

With $4,000 in prize money this popular tournament is open to men's, women's & mixed pairs.

View the tournament flyer here for more details and contact information for entries.

Zone 14 Pairs and Singles Championships

Port Panther's Tony Mallia & Bruce Fairhall won the Zone qualifying round for the Rookie Pairs.

View the news release here on the Zone 14 web site.

 

Port City's Phil Baker took our the Zone 14 Champion of Club Champions Singles title. View the news release here on the Zone 14 web site.

News from Lake Cathie - WBC

The news report for the week ending Sunday 18th September, 2016 from the Lake Cathie Women's BC is now available.

View the report here with thanks to Liz Fuller, Lake Cathie.

Spring Carnival winners, see Liz's report for details and more photos.

News from Lake Cathie - MBC

The news report for the week ending Sunday 18th September, 2016 from the Lake Cathie Men's BC is now available.

"The President’s Big Bowl Pairs Tournament on the weekend of the 8th and 9th October needs more entries." 
View the news report here with thanks to Ray Downes.

Where have all the Bowlers gone..?

Greg Kelly has written an excellent article regarding the changes in bowls membership and activity over several years.

As he notes although affiliated bowls membership is declining the participation in informal social activities ie barefoot bowls is increasing.

I fully support his suggestion that "The need for a well structured membership drive from the state and club administrators across the entire State is well overdue to increase membership."
 
View the Lawn Bowls on the Internet site here and scroll down on the left to "Bowls Round Up" 17th September for Greg's article.

News from Westport - WBC

The news report from the Westport Women's BC for the week ending Sunday 18th September, 2016 is now available.

"First round of Minor Pairs is Thursday September 22nd."

View the report here with thanks to Kaye Stingel, Publicity Officer.

"Heads Up" from Bowls Victoria

The 16th September, 2016 edition of Heads Up from Bowls Victoria is now available.

A new feature, "The Lawman", helping you play by the rules will be of interest to officials and players.

View the latest E-News here on the Bowls Victoria web site.

"The Roll Up" E-News

The 16th September, 2016 edition of The Roll Up from Women's Bowls NSW is now available.

Topics include the C of C Champions Pairs, Annual Report & the Junior City v Country competition.

View the latest newsletter here on the Women's Bowls NSW web site.

Men's 2016 City v Country

The annual Bowls NSW City v Country series will be played at the Cabramatta BC on Saturday 5 - Sunday 6 November, 2016.

Local players from Zone 14 included in the Country side include Jack Lewis (Port City) and Craig Donaldson (Park Beach).

View full details here on the Bowls NSW web site.

Let the Good Times Bowl

"Let the good times bowl: Halifax university students brand lawn bowling for the 'hipster' generation.

NSCAD University students designed logos and learned the ropes of bowling in their first week back to class."

Read the article here from the Canadian Halifax Metro news.

News from Port City - WBC

The news report from the Port City Women's Bowling Club for the week ending Tuesday 13th September, 2016 is now available.

View the report here with thanks to Gail Carmody, Publicity Officer.

 "Out of the Hat Fours" winners - see Gail's report for details and more photos.

2016 NSWCHS Exchange Event

It was great to see the juniors back again this year at Port City for the annual exchange event with the NSW CHS side vs. Bowls NSW, Women's Bowls NSW & Zone 5 Junior Development junior sides.

View the results here after day 1 and day 2 play with thanks to Gavin Holburn (Event Organiser, NSWCHS Convener).

Play continues tomorrow for the final day, Wednesday 14th, commencing at 9:10 am - 2:30 pm followed by the presentations. Come out and enjoy the event with the juniors.

Additional photos from today's play are available - view here.

NSW Inter-Zone Championships

ZONE 14 STAGE COMEBACK IN THE 2016 STATE INTER ZONE CHAMPIONSHIP.

 

"The towns of Tuncurry and Forster in Zone 11 were the venues for this years Inter Zone Championship competition over 10-12 September.  Many thanks to our host Club, Tuncurry Beach and especially Rex Johnson for his excellent organisation."

 

Read the balance of the news release plus additional photos here on the Zone 14 web site. Many thanks to Ken Errington and Ian Weldon for this article.

View the article here from Bowls NSW on their web site for additional information.
 

Port City WBC September Newsletter

PRESIDENT DEB’S BITS AND PIECES      

Dreams don't work unless you do!!!

This month has seen the unveiling of all the hard work in doing up our beautiful Port City Bowling Club.  Like a butterfly it has emerged from within its cocoon and wow what a knockout.  Congratulations to the Board of Directors and Management for their fine work.

News from Lake Cathie - MBC

The news report for the week ending Sunday 11th September, 2016 from the Lake Cathie Men's BC is now available.

View the news report here with thanks to Ray Downes.

Wayne Garvan off to the Transplant Games

News from Port City - MBC

The news report from the Port City Men's Bowling Club for the week ending Sunday 11th September, 2016 is now available.

"This week , Monday Tuesday and Wednesday we are hosting the annual CHS V NSW."

View the report here with thanks to Colin Halls.

News from Lake Cathie - WBC

The news report for the week ending Sunday 11th September, 2016 from the Lake Cathie Women's BC is now available.

"Reminder the gala day is not far away so if you can spare goods for spiders and raffles the girls would love any donation."

View the report here with thanks to Liz Fuller, Lake Cathie.

Consistency Singles Finalists - see Liz's report for details

News from Westport - WBC

The news report from the Westport Women's BC for the week ending Sunday 11th September, 2016 is now available.

"Consistency final on Wednesday 14th September will see Carol Owen play Denise Penney."

View the report here with thanks to Kaye Stingel, Publicity Officer.

NSW Inter-Zone Sides Championship

The 2016 NSW Inter-Zone Side Championship will be held Forster and Tuncurry on Saturday 10th - Monday 12th September.

View the news release here on the Bowls NSW web site. View the results here.

Details of the Zone 14 side are available here on the Zone's web site.

"Heads Up" E-Newsletter

A new edition of "Heads Up" from Bowls Victoria is now available.

View the 2nd September edition here on the Bowls Victoria web site.

Women's State C of C Champions Pairs

The NSW Women's State Champion of Club Champions Pairs will be played at Warilla from Monday 5th - Thursday 8th September, 2016.

Teams from the Hastings area include North Haven (A. Pobje) and Port City (J. Schiemer).

View the draw and results here on the Women's Bowls NSW web site.

Update Tues. 6 Sept: The teams from North Haven and Port City have won through to round 3 and play this morning.

News from Lake Cathie - WBC

The news report for the week ending Sunday 4th September, 2016 from the Lake Cathie Women's BC is now available.

"Please remember Ladies that we have Gala day on the 27th September."

View the report here with thanks to Liz Fuller, Lake Cathie.

News from Lake Cathie - MBC

The news report for the week ending Sunday 4th September, 2016 from the Lake Cathie Men's BC is now available.

View the news report here with thanks to Ray Downes.

Paddy & Judy with some of their Lake Cathie friends (see Ray's report for details)

"The Roll Up"

"The Roll Up" E-News from Women's Bowls NSW dated 2nd September, 2016 is now available.

Topics include the Junior Selections, C of C Champions Pairs + more.

View here on the Women's Bowls NSW web site.

News from Port City - WBC

The news report from the Port City Women's Bowling Club for the week ending Tuesday 30th August, 2016 is now available.

"More entries are needed for the Versatility Fives on 19-20th September."

View the report here with thanks to Barbara Standen for Gail Carmody, Publicity Officer.

News from Westport - WBC

The news report from the Westport Women's BC for the week ending Sunday 4th September, 2016 is now available.

"Consistency semi-final on Wednesday September 7 will see Chris Errington play Denise Penney and Colleen Purnell play Carol Owen."

View the report here with thanks to Kaye Stingel, Publicity Officer.