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Berm up to standard BMX
CHAMPS: Heather Gibbs and her teammates had a successful start to the ladies' championship singles.
Collie reigns over Bunbury BOWLS THE ladies' championship singles got underway on February 2. The competition will continue on February 9 and 23. The championship fours and the South West League Championship Fours will be in March. The ladies played Bunbury at home on January 31. After a very close game, the team of Rose Godfrey, Penny Valli, Glenice Kaurin and Lynn Mitchell won 21 to 20. The other team of Rose Colgan, Eileen Hindle, Kerry Scott and Heather Gibbs also won 21 to 20. Collie 4 points to Bunbury nil. MEAT PACK With teams playing in Eaton’s carnival, there was only a small field at home. The winners after two games were Len Flynn and John Waywood, from Phil Warburton and Glenice Kaurin. COMMUNITY BOWLS Derby Road won round two. The spider was won by Nicole from Numbats. The ladies’ toucher winners were Kellie from Community Bank Collie, Alana from Tequila Sunrise and Aroha from Offyatrolley.
The mens’ winners were Steve from Dockers, Cashy from Retired Miners and George from Senior Citz. MEN'S PENNANTS The men's teams played home on January 31. The first division played Busselton with Paul Bebbington, Ron Guilfoyle, Kevan McKenzie and Trevor Welsh losing 18 to 28. Valdis Brojanowski, Jeff Crowe, Brian Bass and Rob Ferris drew 18-all. Collie received half a point to Busselton’s 3.5 points. The third division played Capel, with George Saggers, Peter Kaurin, Jim McElroy and Tom Gale winning 31 to 13. Neil Roberts, Barry Lowe, Jamie Godfrey and Ian Bushell lost 14 to 31. Collie 3 to Capel 1. SUNDAY SCROUNGERS There was a good turnout at triples on February 5. The five rink winners, in final winning order, were Tom Edwards and John Magill, with Terry Uren and Jeff Crowe tying for third. Coming in fifth was John Waywood. The highest scorer was John Waywood, and the consolation winners were Barry Hore and Peter Virgin.
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THE first-turn berm on the Collie BMX Club’s track has been refurbished. The modifications were made with a $3000 grant from Premier Coal, and other local businesses. The surface badly needed replacing, and the new berm surface has been built to BMX racetrack quality and safety standards. It took 12 tonnes of material to complete the work. Club president Stephanie Slapp said the upgrade made the track safer. “We recognised the need to resurface the track for the safety and enjoyment of all our riders,” she said. “We are always looking for ways to enhance the BMX Club for riders, their friends and families.
“It was a significant job, and we are pleased with the outcome. We are thankful to Premier Coal and the other businesses for their financial assistance.” The not-for-profit club has 70 members who race weekly. Ages range from three to 53. Premier Coal operations manager Braedon Gaske said he was pleased with the upgrade. “With a refurbishment to the surface, race day will be even more successful and hopefully attract more riders to the club,” he said. “We are always pleased to support local organisations who have a positive impact on the people in our community.” The donation was part of the Premier Coal Community Support Program, which is funded by Yancoal and aims to make a positive difference in the local community.
Giblett gets the double GOLF IT WAS a great week on the fairways for new member Logan Giblett who won both 18 hole events. Young Gibbo started early Saturday and posted 39 points, which no one else could match in the extreme heat. A field of 52 playing for the Bunbury Kia Trophy wilted in the heat chasing Gibbo’s morning round. Danny Clayton received the runner-up trophy with 37, but a countback was needed as Jason Mumme also returned 37. Continuing his good form was Baxter Miller. He led the players on 35, which included Kade East and Beau Wright. David Broadbent and Ken Tate had 34, followed by Clayton Flynn, Peta Ellery, Jackson Broadbent and Jack Rinder all on 33. The novelties winners were – No 1Beau Wright, No 4 - Jack Rinder, No 6 - Logan Giblett, No 7- Greg Bell, No 9 James Connell, No 14 - Clayton Flynn, No 15 - Beau Wright, No 18 - Greg Bell. Gibbo kicked his week off with a win in the leisure day event, sponsored by Chris Shea.
He scored 40 to win the carton. Baxter Miller and Graham Williams had 38, followed by Ray Cooper, Max Thomas and Kalev Kutt all on 37. Danny Cheng was alone on 36 and Rance Dorrington, David Broadbent, Phil Warburton, Chris Mead were all rewarded for 35. Thursday Scroungers had Dennis Cocker take out the double with a win in the gross and nett. Cocker had 21 points for a 4 over 40 off the stick. Jim Larsen was next best with 20, followed by Neil Motion and Greg Bell on 18. Kevin Ireland returned 17. Thirteen ladies played in the ninehole event on Wednesday. Bev Moyses put in a good effort to return 17 points and hold off Heather Dabrowski on countback, who also had 17. Jodie Allison and Pat Booth were rewarded with 16. Next week 18-hole par for life members’ trophy. Tuesday is leisure day, sponsored by David Carter for the month. Thursday is Scroungers.
