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With a strong traditional base, casual players who turn out for a roll up, and world class athletes, bowls is continually challenging the stereotype.
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16 hours ago
Check out some great bowls and emotion from the 1988 World Triples Final! ... See MoreSee Less
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Newbattle Bowling Club - Tosh in action. 👍
18 hours ago
Read about the Picton Bowling Club and what makes them tick, here.
Courtesy of our roving wordsmith, Rob Davis. ... See MoreSee Less
Playing bowls in the heart of New Zealand
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From left: Chris Howard, Wayne Coley, Jessica Looms, Stuart Hart, Bill Bain For most people, Picton...Just across the strait one day island bay
Another good article Rod - I am sure you enjoyed Punga Cove
Brilliant
Great club. Really enjoy the Crowe tournament. We travel over from Nelson and stay in Picton. Love it
Wayne runs an excellent Crowe Tournament well organised and great communication with players. Looking forward to the next one
4 days ago
Check out this inspiring story from Rob Davis about Waipu Bowls reaching their hundredth year! ... See MoreSee Less
The Waipu Bowling Club turns 100
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Patron Jim Urlich and President Roly Brown In the 1850s, when the Reverend Norman McLeod shipped int...Wow how awesome happy Birthday Waipu
Another good story Rob Davis
Awesome 👏
5 days ago
The 2019-2020 bowls season has been filled with more than the usual amount of highs and lows, twists and turns, and global pandemics.
We're proud of our community stepping up to provide a record amount of nominations for this years Summerset National Awards. ... See MoreSee Less
Record Number of Nominations for 2020 Summerset National Awards
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The 2019-2020 bowls season has been filled with more than the usual amount of highs and lows, twists...It’s a testament to the strength of the bowls community in NZ. Love it.
6 days ago
Check out this great article on Plimmerton Bowling Club from our ever informative roving reporter, Rob Davis. ... See MoreSee Less
It’s a bright future for Plimmerton Bowling Club
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Rohan Cuff When Transmission Gully opens (who knows when!), the trip into Wellington will by-pass ma...Well said Rohan.
6 days ago
This deal was due to expire yesterday, and with so much going on in the world, it would have been easy to overlook it.
However our friends at Sky have extended the deal by a couple of weeks.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to get Sky in your Bowling Club at an extremely affordable price! ... See MoreSee Less
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Whilst some of us may have sat at home twiddling our thumbs or learning that our ovens weren’t pur...2 weeks ago
Owaka is the ‘capital’ of the Catlins and, more importantly, the home of Owaka Bowling Club.
Read about them here, courtesy of our roving reporter, Rob Davis. ... See MoreSee Less
Owaka Bowling Club : Playing bowls in the deep, deep south
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Tom Dallas from Owaka Owaka is the ‘capital’ of the Catlins, the hidden gem that is the southeas...2 weeks ago
Check out some highlights from the 2005 Super Series Triples between NZ and AUS.
Featuring legends left, right and, centre with Jo Edwards, Sharon Sims and Val Smith taking on Karen Murphy, Roma Dunn and Lindsay Clarke
Full match here: https://youtu.be/jr253iB-mpk
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Lynsey Clarke
Roma Dunn a legion 💞💞
Raewyn Clayden
Wow!! Such amazing highlights! Reaffirms why Karen Murphy is my bowls idol
Great bowling 👏👏👌
Best game I have watched beautiful draw bowling all bowlers should watch and learn.
Awww our female Legends of the game ❤️❤️❤️
2 weeks ago
A great article from Rob Davis on Club Mount Maunganui Bowls.
Congratulations for a fantastic initiative, let's all hop onboard the bandwagon! ... See MoreSee Less
It may be time to support sponsors, rather than seek sponsor support
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Like the other 500 or so bowling clubs around New Zealand, the COVID lockdown has been quite disrupt...Great article and truely what would happen if we did not have sponsors. Support those who support the community.
Gavin Dempsey
Hi com cow I don't no what your message is all about I'll talk to you later bye
3 weeks ago
Relive the 2012 World Championship Pairs final.
New Zealand VS Australia, what more could you ask for? ... See MoreSee Less
3 weeks ago
Rob Davis brings us a story that highlights the familial bond that is often found in our game.
What other bowling families do you know of? ... See MoreSee Less
Three generations join together at the Summerset National Fours
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Ready for battle at the Rotorua Gardens (from left) : Caitlin Thomson, Marilyn Constantine, June Smi...What a neat story. A big HI Marilyn
1990 Nationals in Dunedin, I played with dad and grandad. There was a feature article on the front page of the odt at that time. We never won a game, but it was the one and only time I got to play with my granddad.
At the Nats in P/North I played with my Dad in the pairs and we were in the same pool in the singles
A great sport, Always enjoyed watching when family playing.
In 1981 we had a Dugdale family team play in the Taranaki Tournament three years on the trot. Harry was 75, Alastair was 47, Warwick was 46 and his son John was 21. We had a 50/50 record of wins and losses but a 100% enjoyment of playing as a family team. Warwick now 85 and his daughter Abbey 30 play at Silverstream B.C. They have competed together in the mixed 2-4-2 pairs for three seasons. Abbey started playing in the Wellington College Bowls competitions when she was 14.
3 weeks ago
A number of our clubs have taken up this offer, read some of their stories here, and don't miss out! ... See MoreSee Less
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Whilst some of us may have sat at home twiddling our thumbs or learning that our ovens weren’t pur...3 weeks ago
The Blackjacks should have been back home after the World Champs by now, however 2020 had other plans.
Instead, get to know our athletes better with a series of profiles that we will be releasing over the coming days.
This time, get to know Ali Forsyth, courtesy of the ever erudite Brenton Vannisselroy ... See MoreSee Less
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ALI FORSYTH Date of birth: 11/12/79 Place of birth: Nelson Clubs: Clayton (Melbourne) & Nelson Year ...3 weeks ago
From our intrepid reporter Rob Davis, dive into a great story on Tony Lepper ONZM.
We are proud to have you as part of our community, Tony. ... See MoreSee Less
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If you’re like me, the New Years Honours and Queens Birthday Honours lists are a must-read. There...Well done tony we’re you a skinny little back for Clyde in the day
3 weeks ago
Read a fascinating story from our intrepid reporter Rob Davis about a garden which has grown into a fully fledged bowling club! ... See MoreSee Less
Ohope Bowling Club looks forward to the next 70 years
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Club President Jock Stewart is proud of the friendliness of the club The Ohope Bowling Club recently...Happy birthday
3 weeks ago
We were preparing to watch our athletes compete on the world stage around this time, however 2020 had other plans.
Instead, get to know them better with a series of profiles that we will be releasing over the coming days.
This time, get to know Andrew Kelly, courtesy of the ever erudite Brenton Vannisselroy ... See MoreSee Less
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We were preparing to watch our athletes compete on the world stage around this time, however 2020 ha...4 weeks ago
An update on high performance coaching & selectors as well as vacancies. ... See MoreSee Less
High performance coaching & selectors update and vacancies
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The Bowls New Zealand ‘World Class Strategy 2018-2022’ was created in the latter part of 2018 wi...4 weeks ago
Tune in and catch up on what Mark has to say about the Bowls NZ Hardship fund, the new Bowls NZ strategic plan, and more! ... See MoreSee Less
Too many clubs, too many centres. Now is the best time to rationalise.
I disagree scott, current structure works very well, too many clubs in certain areas perhaps but having more clubs of an average of 100 members creates good competition
Less fences equals more windy conditions 😂😂😂
Lol bring back the flipper
Trouble is , and always been ,if people can't play for there own club they won't play at all
Lost sound?
Great conversation guys .good to hear positive ideas ,and get conversations happening. Some will work ,some won't ,but start the conversations. Excellent
4 weeks ago
We were preparing to watch our athletes compete on the world stage around this time, however 2020 had other plans.
Instead, get to know them better with a series of profiles created for us by Brenton Vannisselroy that we will be releasing over the coming days.
Today get to know, Debbie White ... See MoreSee Less
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DEBBIE WHITE Date of birth: 6/1/63 Place of birth: Cambridge Club: Hinuera Year started bowling: 198...What an absolute legend Deb!! 💯🤩🙌🏼
Saw her playing at Naenae
Yay the awesome Debbie White world famous now young lady keep up the great work
Interest why NZ has far older players than Australia.
So proud of you Deb!
Great story Deb! All the best for when you get back out them greens
Legend Debbie White 👍
Debbie White proud son here!
4 weeks ago
Bowls New Zealand is now taking nominations for the Summerset Awards 2019-2020.
If you know a club person, a club, a greenkeeper, coach or umpire that are doing incredible things for our sport download the pack, encourage your club to fill out the form and send it back.
Your club can also nominate for player of the year and put forward recommendations for the Hall Of Fame.
Any questions please contact Martin McKenzie martin@bowlsnewzealand.co.nz
All nominations are due 1 July 2020. ... See MoreSee Less
4 weeks ago
Check out this great article on Mornington Bowling Club in Dunedin, it's a great club and who wouldn't love the colour of their artificial! ... See MoreSee Less
Mornington : Dunedin’s all-year round bowling club
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Les Robertson (left) and Noel Seal Wend your way up into the western hills overlooking the city of D...Played there often before it became an all weather green.
Daryl Robertson Steve Robertson
my old club.i done the rebuild in the late 70/s.great memories.
Great to see the club in a great place , started my bowling there in 1981 till 86 and Martin really enjoyed my junior years in your club fours team
Great article
A great club super friendly 👍
Betty Robertson
4 weeks ago
Thank you to the club and centre officials who have supported and communicated important COVID-19 messages.
Thank you to our greenkeepers and club personnel who maintained our greens and facilities during lockdown.
Thank you to our members who placed our nation’s health ahead of playing bowls.
We've done it together with our team of five million, and we're now in Alert Level One.
Please continue to keep safe and healthy, support a contacting tracking system and enjoy your bowls!
Thank you.
-The team at Bowls New Zealand ... See MoreSee Less
Yes thankyou Bowls NZfor all the up-dates . Your advise has been very helpful. I am raising the question about the shaking of hands before and after of each game. On a Triples tournament day, a player will shake at least 24 hands, and more if it is a Fours tournament. In the interest of our general health, would a verbal "Good Bowling" suffice. Can Bowls NZ give a guidline on this. Thanks.
4 weeks ago
Check out this great deal from Sky for our Bowling Clubs as we come out of lockdown! ... See MoreSee Less
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Live sport in our clubs has been lacking over the last little while, but that's all about to change!...My team, Stoke. Champs.
4 weeks ago
We were preparing to watch our athletes compete on the world stage around this time, however 2020 had other plans.
Instead, get to know them better with a series of profiles that we will be releasing over the coming days.
Today get to know, Gary Lawson ... See MoreSee Less
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We were preparing to watch our athletes compete on the world stage around this time, however 2020 ha...GOAT.
And to add to the above is the live podcast Gary did with the UBC's Mark Casey soundcloud.com/user-245340781/ultimate-bowls-podcast-episode-7-gary-lawson?fbclid=IwAR3FH52ZZm1DG...
You look better in Black than Green & Gold 😉 Gazza
IMO Gary Lawson is the GOAT at Outdoor and the best combined Indoor / Outdoor player in NZ , Record speaks for itself.
gazza was green and Gold
1 month ago
Missing Bowls?
Check out the Auckland Mens Fours Final being livestreamed now!
The final is between
Mike Galloway, Martin Dixon, Zak Abro, James Gavin (Royal Oak Bowls)
and
Aiden Takarua, Alex Reed, Steve Hoeft, Harry Davis (Pt Chevalier Bowling Club) ... See MoreSee Less
Omg god talk about the bowls stop rambling.
Congratulations Scotty on your great singles win.
Great game their.
what happened with the ladies pairs?
1 month ago
We were preparing to watch our athletes compete on the world stage around this time, however 2020 had other plans.
Instead, get to know them better with a series of profiles that we will be releasing over the coming days.
Today get to know, Tayla Bruce ... See MoreSee Less
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We were preparing to watch our athletes compete on the world stage around this time, however 2020 ha...Great initiative.
Look's like fun.
1 month ago
Check out the highlights from the 2002 Comm Games Women's Pairs final as two legends of the game in Jo Edwards and Sharon Sims take on Bowls South Africas Ellen Cawker and Jill Hackland.
Watch the full match here:
https://youtu.be/KrMNjA9BfWM ... See MoreSee Less
Ellen Cawker
Great bowls here from 2002
OMG 2002 no colour bowls First thing I noticed Great game thanks for sharing
Great highlights.
A couple of absolute legends in my books
Jo Edwards
I'd love to download this from play store!And just watch this game!Very exiting.
Awesome bowls! Sounds like commentary from Marlene.
Wonderful to watch bowls like that! Great game!
Some great bowls here, driving to Draw tho !
Go mom! 😉
This final was held about 3 days later than originally scheduled ......... it was a very WET week!
and Ellen and Jill still giving us all hell here in South Africa 😀- true Champs !!!!!
Much respect to you great champions ❤️❤️❤️ I really enjoyed watching that
Love it👍
Here we go Jake Lyders Frank Hill
Kara Manteit
Kelvin King
The legend at that stage, was walking round in the back ground..... Stu butter
1 month ago
We were preparing to watch our athletes compete on the world stage around this time, however 2020 had other plans.
Instead, get to know them better with a series of profiles that we will be releasing over the coming days.
Today get to know, Val Smith ... See MoreSee Less
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We were preparing to watch our athletes compete on the world stage around this time, however 2020 ha...1 month ago
We were preparing to watch our athletes compete on the world stage around this time, however 2020 had other plans.
Instead, get to know them better with a series of profiles that we will be releasing over the coming days.
Today get to know, Jo Edwards. ... See MoreSee Less
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We were preparing to watch our athletes compete on the world stage around this time, however 2020 ha...All the great bowlers were born on the 5th Feb (oh that's my birthday too) 🤪
Gayle Melrose
Great achievements Jo it’s been a privilege to have met you back in 1999 & to have played against you & with you & be able to call you a friend
Always enjoy watching Jo play.
Such an amazing women, so humble 💕
1 month ago
Congratulations Tony Lepper ONZM, for services to sports administration and local government. ... See MoreSee Less
Congratulations Tony awesome reward for all those years of hard work
Well done Tony
Congrats Tony 🌟
Congratulations Tony from Bowls Wilton
Congratulations
Congratulations Tony, well deserved keep up the good work
Well done Tony solid effort.
Well done Tony well deserved
Congrats Tony. Good to see after your extensive contributions to government, community, and of course bowls. Well done
Congratulations Tony... A honour well deserved
Congratulations Tony.