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CONTENTS EDITOR’S NOTE

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ACTING PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

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BOARD MATTERS

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FROM THE CEO’S DESK Bowlin’ in the Wind

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MATCH REPORT

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UMPIRES REPORT

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COACHING REPORT

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OFFICIAL DIARY

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BOWL FOR OTHERS REPORT

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JUNIORS NSW vs QLD

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STATE EVENT Champion of Club Champions - Singles Champion of Club Champions - Pairs

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MEDIA RELEASES 22 Commonwealth Games announcements Trans Tasman news

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INAUGURATED

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PATRON Her Excellency Professor Marie Bashir AC Governor of New South Wales DIRECTORS Pam Andrich Pam Hockings Denise Huender Sue O’Keefe Robyn Procter – Acting President Beryl Watson

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STANDING COMMITTEES Match Pamela Hockings Robyn Lewis Jennifer Palmer Umpires

Lesley Swales Audrey Gray

Coaching

Kathryn Chatillon Elizabeth McFarland

NEW CDO - SYDNEY METRO Meet Chris Wallace

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PRESIDENTS DAYS

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LIFE MEMBERSHIPS

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

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Constitution Revision

Robyn Procter

MEET A BOWLER Rosemary O’Brien

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Journal

AROUND THE GREENS

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Barbara Hazeltine Elizabeth Whelan Wendy Steyer Jackie Lewis

REGIONAL NEWS

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Social

Pat Cousley Delsie Fardell

CHARITY DAYS

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Historian

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DISTRICT ASSN NEWS

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ENTRY FORM 2013 Open Mixed Fours Carnival

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WHAT’S ON IN YOUR CLUB

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IN MEMORIAM

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Telephone Enquiries CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

OPERATIONAL COMMITTEES Selection - Vacant -

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REGIONAL REPRESENTATIVES Region 1 Judith Padgen Region 2 Carole Graham Region 3 - Vacant Region 4 Fran Laker (Acting) Region 5 - Vacant Region 6 Lesley Swales (Acting) Region 7 - Vacant Region 8 Meg McClure Region 9 Kay Scrivener Region 10 Joan Stair Region 11 Pauline Payne Region 12 - Vacant Region 13 Ilse Deuschle Region 14 Margaret Wicks Region 15 Sue O’Keefe (Acting) Region 16 Pam Andrich (Acting)

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Editor’s Note

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There have been some very busy people since the last Bowls Matters went to print. Be sure to read the State Champion of Champions — Singles (page 22) and Pairs (page 23) write-ups in this magazine. There has been a lot of work put into these events. Thank you to Warilla and Oak Flats clubs for not only hosting these events but also for their sponsorship of these events, and to the NSWWBA Match Committee with Pam Hockings as Chairman. Thank you to Robyn and Jenny for organising these events. With so many wonderful bowlers taking part, it just had to be the success it was and the weather was also better this year.

You will find some good reading in this month’s edition. You may even see some people you recognise this month with good news about the journal’s past Editor, Edna Arnold, who has been made a Life Member of her club, just as she finishes her District Presidency. Congratulations Edna on the work you have done.

Bowl for Others will be having its annual lunch in August and information is found on page 13 and also on the website.

Rosemary O’Brien has given us, I will call it, her Life Story for want of a better title. Though it is long, there are many things for the long standing members of bowls and also for the newer members, and it has been appreciated that Rosemary has taken the time to write for us over these many months. I am in awe of her use of words.

Last month Publicity Officers should have been reminded about sending in the results of Pennants along with photos. Possibly some of the results may not get to print as the next Bowls Matters will contain all the results of the Pennant playoffs which will have been held at Port Stephens during August.

For Regions, Districts and Clubs, as soon as you have finished your events for 2013, will the Publicity Officers please send them along with photos, to the address in the front of your journals. The set-out for these items may be seen by looking at any edition of the journal in 2013.

Happy bowling to everyone.

Barbara Hazeltine, Editor

COVER photo – NSW Girls team at the Under 18 Test Series at Taren Point BC, with NSW v QLD, won by New South Wales — see story page 14.

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President’s Message

Robyn Procter NSW Acting State President

Having taken on the Presidency very unexpectedly, I’ve had little time to settle in. The first thing I would like to do is to thank Patricia Reynolds for her nearly two years in this position, and for providing a steady hand to the Board while the Association has moved from the old to the new Constitutions, and the many issues surrounding governance and management. We wish her all the best.

It is my intention over the next two months until the AGM in September to ensure that the organisation maintains the course that the Board has determined with regards to the Strategic Plan and the other resolutions that have been made. This includes our review of the 2014 Pennant Conditions of Play that is due for release in September/October, implementing the new Coaching and Umpiring modules, re-introducing the Delegates Meetings, and continuing to review the Districts and Boundaries in conjunction with RNSWBA. This may also be an ideal opportunity to review some of the expectations of the travel requirements of the President.

State representation at the very many significant birthdays and Presidents Days take a huge toll on the well being and time of Board members, and while

tradition is a wonderful thing, there is a limit to how much can be achieved in this direction. Since the introduction of the new Constitution there has also been a substantial reduction of Association personnel able to carry out these visits. At the same time I am extremely mindful of the importance of keeping in touch with our members and of course the line of communication will always be available for everyone.

I’m looking forward to seeing everyone at the Delegates Meeting and the AGM on Wednesday September 18th as it is always an opportunity to catch up with what’s been happening around the state.

Robyn Procter Acting President

President resigns

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atricia Reynolds has resigned as both President and Director of the NSW Womens Bowling Association due to ill health, effective as of 28 June 2013.

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Patricia joined the Board in 2008 and was Vice President before becoming President in 2011. The Association has undergone quite rapid change in the past few years and Patricia had one foot in the past and the other firmly in the new, understanding that to survive, womens bowls needed to adapt and change. She took this message far and wide around the state, working tirelessly for the Association.

The Board, Committee and staff would like to thank Patricia for her contribution and wish her all the best for the future.

The Board have elected Director Robyn Procter as the Acting President until the AGM on September 18, 2013.

The Board will then appoint the portfolio of President by election at the first Board Meeting following the AGM.

Board Matters JUNE Board Meeting highlights • Wording approved for changing the Constitution requirement of a quorum from 25% to 10%.

• Bowls Australia advised of a change to Umpiring modules with training in Melbourne in August. Pam Hockings and Lesley Swales will attend.

• A consultant has been retained to provide an external view on the boundaries of Districts and Regions with a view to aligning with RNSWBA if there is sufficient evidence to support competitive and administrative benefits for doing this.

There is no obligation to accept the consultant’s findings.

JULY Board Meeting highlights • Redefined the term ‘social’ in terms of registered membership with NSWWBA see website www.womensbowlsnsw.org/Portals/ 0/Membership/Membershipv2.pdf.

• The website was switched over from Sporting Pulse to IMG STG on July 1st with no problems with an understanding that the membership data will be uploaded in September after the annual returns are completed.

• 56 clubs and Districts applied for new websites by June 30 and appear to have managed to upload content and create their websites with reasonable results. Both Lesley Mason and Denise Huender have contributed ‘how to’ documents that have helped the process enormously.

• The new website offer is still available to all clubs and Districts.

Information on how to do this is available on the website.

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Chief Executive Officers’ Report Nicky Bethwaite

ceo@womensbowlsnsw.org

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owls is one of the few sports to have undertaken a professionally managed, independent census. The importance of this can’t be underestimated, as it gives our Boards, at both National and State level, a more solid platform from which to plan the future. All Board members want to leave the sport stronger ‘on their watch’ than otherwise, and statistics provided by the Bowls Census are invaluable for basing decisions that will have far-reaching consequences.

It is no secret that over 90% of our membership are on the upward side of 55 years of age, a sector of society that is notorious for its reluctance to accept change. But this flies in the face of reality when you consider that this is precisely the age group, particularly the over 70s, who have lived their lives through the greatest period of change that humankind has ever seen. Does this mean that there is a limit to the amount of change that one person can make? Or more probably, does it mean that we have developed a ‘radar’ for change that makes us all a bit wary of yet another new thing until it has proved its worth? A case in point is that at the recent State Carnival, the official of the day asked that mobile phones be turned off prior

to the matches and I don’t think there was a single person that didn’t dive into her handbag to turn off her phone. How different from 5 years ago!

So, how to differentiate from the ‘if it’s not broke don’t change it’ to the changes that are essential to our survival?

There is a difference between making informed decisions and emotional guesses and that’s where the Bowls Census comes in. From that, and in combination with the Australian Bureau of Statistics Five Year Census, there is a surprising amount of information that can be gleaned. Certainly, most of it confirms what we know to be true but there are some areas that if we bury our heads in the sand hoping it will go away, then it will be to the detriment of the sport.

Flexibility has to be the new catch-word to enable the sport to embrace the emerging different lifestyles that are part and parcel of today’s society. Whether it is to cater to women who work, or split families with children in residence one weekend but not the next, grandparents who babysit, travel or health issues, the old formats of mandatory playing days or dates will need to be reviewed. The State Match Committee advocates ‘play by’ dates so that if a particular day inconveniences one side unfairly then an alternative can be mutually agreed upon.

Game formats that are unforgiving if someone has difficulty attending due to work, or has another occasion that may take priority every now and then (children?) will suffer over others that can be played at alternate times of the day or night.

Obviously, goodwill is a necessity but it is becoming very apparent that the old style of inflexible and uncompromising times, dates and attitudes has well and truly done its dash. All clubs and committees are now obligated to think of ways of making the sport more accessible to all walks of society to enable it to survive and move forward with the times.

INVITATION BIRRONG SPORTS WOMENS BOWLING CLUB Cordially invite past members to our

50th Anniversary TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2013 Those wishing to attend please contact Secretary: Mrs Elaine Fearnside Ph. 9708 2669 68 Caldwell Parade, Yagoona 2199 Please reply stating if player or non-player by

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October 29, 2013

Match Committee Report

Pam Hockings, Robyn Lewis, Jennifer Palmer Match@womensbowlsnsw.org

Issues to be clarified S

ome of the following issues have arisen in the last two months which we would like to clarify.

• A player has an injury that prevents them from playing in a championship game (at any level) and they require the use of a substitute. Provided they are incapable of taking to the green to play, they can attend the club without penalty. Only the registered Club can deny any person entry to their premises. This has not been a “rule” for quite some time and outdated conditions from years gone by should not be resurrected.

• On entry forms where a contact phone number is required, we have been given the home phone number of the Club Secretary, which is not at all helpful if we are trying to contact the player/team to advise them that they have received a forfeit very close to the commencement of the event, and could delay their need to arrive by half a day. We need the mobile phone details of the player or a player in the team to enable us to

do our job as efficiently as possible.

• The directive to turn off mobile phones during play is repeated at all levels and still there are those that just don’t seem to adhere to this request. I recently found a cut out from a Bowls News in November 2004 where this is mentioned in the exact same detail that is used today. It may become necessary to penalize those that just don’t think the rules apply to them.

• During the recent bout of rainy weather, the Match Committee received enquires four or five days before the Champion of Club Pairs Champions event was due to commence, enquiring whether it had been called off. No State event would be abandoned before it was due to commence because of the distances travelled by the majority of competitors and the arrangements with the venue Club, no decision would probably be made until two days of the event had passed with NO play. So turn up whatever the weather is the directive.

• Catering arrangements for all State run

events (at all levels) is covered in the Conditions of Play Item No. 8. This has not varied for a number of years, but still players question whether they have to pay. When entering these State controlled events, you accept the Conditions of Play as set down by submitting an entry and we should not need to continually advise players on the day of their commitment.

• We have had a number of enquiries from Clubs and players as to why they are required to play their Championships or Pennants at a certain time of year, and starting play at a specified time of day, and can’t the State change the schedule. The State Match Committee has not set down a specific playing schedule for Club or District events (including Pennants) for a number of years, and our only requirement is that it fits into the NSW Calendar of Events and takes into account any recommendations contained in that document. The only date set by the State is the closing date, when entries for the Playoff events must be received in the NSW Office. You should refer any queries regarding playing timetable to your District for their attention.

WOMENS BOWLING CLUB Our Membership stands at 126 and 35 of those are new members in the last couple of years.

Many of the new girls are already playing Pennants and Championships and have taken on Committee positions.

Our Coach, Pam Smith, runs two coaching sessions a week – Wednesday’s 10.30am to 12 noon Saturday’s – Circuit Training 10.30am to 12 noon followed by a Coffee/Chat bonding session that has been a phenomenal success.

The Club had a Membership Drive, distributing leaflets in the local area which attracted quite a few responses to come and give Bowls a go.

Our area, Port Stephens is a Blue Water Wonderland, a beautiful place for a bowling holiday. We have quite a few tournaments during the year and we would welcome all to enter and enjoy. All interested parties contact Pam Smith, also Match Committee Chairperson on 4984 1671.

We also welcome all visitors to enjoy a social game with us whilst holidaying in the area.

Our Bistro is a great place to have Coffee/Lunch or Dinner following Bowls.

For all enquiries — Soldiers Point Bowling Club 118 Soldiers Point Road Soldiers Point NSW 2317 Phone 4982 7173 • info@soldierspointbc.com.au Secretary: Pat Krestensen - Phone 49820801

Soldiers Point WBC wonderful new bowlers (l to r): top row – Janet Paton, Trish Horrocks, Mirrielle Morin, Jeannette Millington, Kerry Morrison, Helen Brown, Chris Pedder; second row – Mary Kelly, Margaret Crittenden, Marilyne Anderson, Judith Gibson; front – Coach Pamela Smith.

Umpires Report

Lesley Swales, Audrey Gray

Umpires@womensbowlsnsw.org

Keeping a Scorecard I

t is correct procedure to fill in every square on the scorecard. It is incorrect to leave a blank space when a team does not score a shot. The space would be filled in with a – (dash) and the score from the previous end carried down. The team winning the end would complete the end by recording the number of shots scored, in the appropriate column and then adding this number of shots to the previous total shots scored and recording this in the column for total shots scored.

A Tied End would be recorded for each team by placing a dash in the shots scored column and the score carried down in the column for the total shots scored. (End 5) Unless conditions of play state otherwise the score would be recorded on the scorecard with your own team on the left side of the scorecard.

See Example Ends Team A

Total

Team B

Total

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2

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1

2

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3

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5

8

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8

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CONCEDING In any Championship Event including State Events at District Level and in Pennants, a team can concede at any time during the game. The umpires’ permission is not necessary. NSWWBA Conditions of Play Item 12.

When it is decided to concede the team which concedes does, in theory, give their opponents eight (nine in triples) shots per end, for each of the unplayed ends.

Examples below are for Fours (4’s) games and also for each team of a pennant side.

Example 1. With two ends to play, it is usually the team which is losing and having no chance of winning that concedes these two ends. When this occurs good sportsmanship decrees that the game finishes with the scores as they are, even though in theory, the team which is ahead could claim 8 shots per end. In a knockout match all that is necessary is to find a winner.

Example 2. With two ends to play, a team which is leading by 17 shots can concede. The opponent may claim 8 shots per end, but why would they. They cannot win the game.

Example 3. PENNANT – A match between Club Rose and Club Boronia.

On rink 1 the game is finished and Club Rose won by 8 shots. On rink 2 Club Rose is ahead by one shot with one end to play. The Skip of the Club Rose on rink 2 wants to concede the last end because Club Boronia cannot win the match. The skip of Club Boronia wants to play the last end in the hope of

The Bowler’s Lament I’ll think I’ll pack my bowls away and find some other game to play.

I’ll take up draughts or dominoes – it’s tragic how my poor bowl goes.

When my ends are short, I play them long. My fingers make my grip all wrong.

When ends are long, I’m never up. My “follow through” has gone to pot.

“Please take the grass,” my skip will say in her truly great sarcastic way.

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But then she explodes and blows her top – my skinny bowl takes out the shot.

The Captain cries “Come around the back, I want one here behind the jack.”

Insead of that my bowl arrives, right dead in front to stop her drives.

“We’re holding ‘four’, just draw another, I’d rather you be short than over.”

But, oh my goodness! What have I done? I’ve put them in to give them “one”.

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recording a team win. If Team Rose concedes under these circumstances, Club Boronia can and should claim the eight shots. The result of the Pennant match would then be an overall win for Club Rose by 1 shot and one team win.

Club Boronia would have a side loss and one team win.

Pennant conditions of play SCORING AT ALL LEVELS indicates the number of points awarded to each side.

Example 4. Pennant – Club Rose is again playing Club Boronia. On rink 1 Club Rose has won by 2 shots. On rink 2 Club Boronia is ahead by 10 shots with one end to play. Club Rose cannot win either rink or the game (the most they can score is another 8 shots) and so they decide to concede the last end.

The result of the match is – a side win to Club Boronia plus two team wins.

NOTE: It should be remembered in Pennants in determining section winners that: Pennant conditions of play indicate that – (A) The side with the highest number of points shall be the winner.

(B) If points are equal, the side with the greatest margin of Nett shots be the winner (Total shot for, minus total shot against equal Nett shots.)

Therefore the difference between winning the section could be by one shot and so it is very important that all ends are played to determine shots for and against to determine the winner of a section at the end of sectional play.

The game frustrates me, drives me mad, I never thought I’d play so bad.

The greens too fast, the greens too slow, just what to do, I do not know.

I think I’ve had bowls or the season, I just can’t understand the reason.

I’ve hardly drawn a shot as yet, the more I try, the worse I get, But ...

Bowls is a funny game, they say my last good shot has won the day.

A bit of a wobble and couple of wicks, I took their shot bowl out for six!

So! See you at the green tomorrow.

Test your Knowledge Q1. In a team game, the skips toss and Team A won the toss, and decided to play last. The Leads misunderstood the Skips instructions and Lead A delivered the jack and each lead then played their first bowl, before the Skips notice that the mistake had been made. What should be done?

Q2. In a pairs tournament to be played, two games a day, a player arrived to play with only two bowls in her bag.

She sends home for her other two bowls and starts to play the game with a borrowed set. Her own bowls arrive after two ends have been played.

1. Having started the game with a borrowed set of bowls, can she change bowls to use her own set for the rest of the game?

2. Can she change to her own bowls for trial ends if they arrive during the playing of trial ends?

3. Can she use two bowls of her own and two borrowed bowls from another set during the game?

4. Can she use her own bowls to complete the game if play is abandoned for the day and completed on another day?

Q3. In a team playing on a ditch rink, the Third having played her first bowl, wanders sideways into the area of the green between the side boundary of the rink of play and the ditch to see where her bowl has come to rest.

1. May the player do this?

2. May the Umpire take any action having observed the player leaving the rink of play and is there any penalty should the player continue to break this law?

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A1. No action should be taken. If after a bowl has been played by each team, a player notices that the wrong team has delivered the jack, play in that end should continue in that order.

Law 22.6 A2. 1. No. She must complete the game with the borrowed bowls. Law 47.3.1

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2. Yes. Each player can use any combination of bowls taken from different sets of bowls. Each player should not use more than the number of bowls being used during the game. Law 18.1.4 3. No. In all games each player should play with the appropriate number of bowls from the same set. Law 8.1.9 4. Yes. If a game has been stopped as described in Law 50 is continued on another day a player can use a different set of bowls to the set they used during the game that was stopped. Law 47.3.2 A3. 1. No. ‘If the rink of play is an outside rink (see Law 5.6) a player should neither go into nor walk along the section of the green that lies between the outside boundary of the rink and the side ditch while an opponent is about to deliver or is actually delivering a bowl.’ Law 36.2.3 2. Yes to both. If the Umpire, either by their own observation or an appeal by one of the skips or opponents in Singles decides that the player in possession of the rink is being interfered with, annoyed or distracted in any way by their opponents the following laws would apply.

The first time this happens the Umpire should: 35.3.1.1 Warn the offending player, while the skip is present; and 35.3.1.2 Tell the Manager or the Coach, if they are present, that the player has received a warning.

Then — 35.3.2 On each occasion after this the Umpire should have the bowl last played by the offending player or team declared dead, if that bowl has disturbed the head, the opponent should choose whether to: 35.3.2.1 replace the head 35.3.2.2 leave the head as altered or 35.3.2.3 declare the end dead.

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t this time of year NSW bowlers will not only be competing against others but also against the elements of cold, rain and windy weather.

When competing under these conditions it would be easy to stay in the comfort of indoors where it is nice and warm, instead of facing the elements.

Windy conditions can be very unpleasant to bowl in, but like most outdoor sports, to achieve, players need to learn to overcome their attitude towards the elements. How many times have you heard a fellow bowler say “they hate bowling in the wind”?

Immediately there is a negative thought that produces a psychological weakness in your game.

What can you do to overcome this negativity? Develop strategies that boost a more positive approach that helps you to cope with windy conditions. Accept that you can’t change the weather but you can improve your game to better handle the conditions.

Don’t be just a fair weather bowler.

Get out there in similar conditions as often as you can and practice and more practice until you become the master, not the wind. Practicing in like conditions will give you the confidence to play knowing you can handle the challenge.

OFFICIAL DIARY August 5 – New Lambton, Opening of New Club Building & 2 Synthetic Greens 19 – St Georges Basin, 50th Birthday 29 – Merrylands, 60th Birthday and President’s Day

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Friend or Foe During practice is when the conditions observe how your bowl handles in such conditions, how does the bowl behave when there is a cross wind as opposed to a head or tail wind.

A good standard practice grid is to rollup without the jack, watching the course of the bowl and the way in which the bowl’s line or path is affected, constantly making a mental note of the outcome. Always give equal practice to both the forehand and backhand, at the same time take note also how the condition of the green affects the outcome. Is it holding, slowing the bowl or giving the bowl that extra force when delivered. When the wind is continually changing direction and speed, practice helps you build confidence in the shot you have chosen.

Train yourself through experience, the supervision of a coach and by talking to others about the venue your competing at. Gather information about the green and how the various wind directions affects play. Take note how the building structures, fences, bushes etc. causes the wing to tunnell, or change direction.

Look for wind indicators at ground level.

Flags on a pole meters into the air will often indicate the general direction of the wind but down on the green can be a very different situation.

Look at the corner flags of the green, or the movement of clothing – this will tell you what is happening at the head.

Feeling the wind’s force and direction on your body is another indicator.

Gathering of simple information and experiencing similar conditions can change the whole complex of the match, because you as a player have taken the time to gain knowledge about your game and how conditions influence your game.

On windy days you can only control your level of focus, delivery and the line of delivery. Once the bowl leaves your hand there is nothing more you can do as the force of the wind takes over.

The angle of delivery changes in windy conditions. When the wind is NSWWBA • BOWLS MATTERS

blowing from right to left across the path of the bowl the right hand delivery will require a wider angle thus changing the aiming line.

Wind is blowing Right to Left When delivering a bowl on the left hand the angle will be narrower as your bowl is pushed out, you will need to adjust your aiming line.

The reverse occurs when the wind is blowing from left to right.

Wind is blowing Left to Right Be aware of the weight that you use.

The faster the speed of the green and the stronger the wind, the harder it is to exercise weight control. If you are achieving your best results on one particular side or hand don’t change it even if it appears to be the wrong hand.

Don’t be afraid to have confidence in your decision and don’t be swayed by the results of others on the green.

During practice time engage the help of a coach, one who can observe, video your performance and offer expert advice as to the best play for such a condition.

With constant good practice you will gain the confidence to make “the wind your friend’, use it to your advantage and achieve that shot, and enjoy bowls all year round.

Bowl for Others Report Bowl For Others Annual General Meeting will The be held, on Friday, July 19, on Floor 7, 309 Pitt Street, Sydney, at 10:30am.

Nominations for positions on the Bowl for Others committee have been received from the following – President Merle McCarthy, Secretary Gladys Barnes, Treasurer Edna Arnold, committee Jess Balk, Beryl Harmer, Margaret Fortell.

The annual luncheon for the presentation of philanthropic cheques has been booked at the Masonic club, 169 Castlereagh St, Sydney for Friday, August 30, 2013. The cost of the lunch, charged by the Masonic club, is $49 and payment is required by August 9. Please advise President Merle, 9713 9229 or Secretary Gladys 9799 1052, if you are able to attend.

We wish to advise that a new stock of Bowl for Others badges has been received and the cost to purchase is $5.

We wish to acknowledge recent donations and those clubs are thanked for their support, which is very much appreciated – St Georges Basin Country Club, Avoca Beach *(Wrong biases), West Pennant Hills, Davistown RSL, Hexham, The Entrance and Denham.

As previously advised receipts will only be sent out for monies received as a donation, to save costs unless a receipt is requested when forwarding subscription monies. When a donation is added, please list both amounts. We thank Club Secretaries and Country Vice Presidents for giving their time to collect on our behalf.

Gladys Barnes, Hon. Sec.

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“State of Origin” Test A

fter 9 straight days of rain, the sun finally shone through to mark the opening day of the NSW and Queensland Under 18 Test Series played at Taren Point Bowling Club.

With fresh faces mixed with some experienced state juniors from both sides the stage was set for a great series.

NSW jumped out of the gates early and never looked back on the opening morning with Ellen Ryan winning her opening singles match 21-4, Dylan Skinner closely followed in his singles match recording a 21-15 victory. The fours battles were both very close knit affairs with NSW gaining the upper hand towards the end in both. In the Boys, Corey Wedlock played a match winning last bowl to claim a one shot victory.

After a break, the second half of the First Test was to be played and QLD were determined not to let NSW continue on from the morning games. The NSW boys triples had other ideas and went on to record a strong 27-10 victory. The other match-ups were neck and neck all the way with many lead changes throughout. NSW grabbed late leads and held on in both the Boys Pairs and Girls Triples. In the Girls Pairs the QLD pair lead by 3 heading into the last end before a brilliant display of draw bowls from the NSW duo of Dawn Hayman and Lauren Shaw saw them pick up a 4 and the match 20-19.

A new day and the start of the Second Test saw Queensland come out as determined as ever to stop NSW from wrapping up the series. Queensland started

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Junior Girls and Boys Team at Taren Point BC. strong but the NSW side built on the momentum from the First test, claiming solid wins in both Singles encounters courtesy of Luke Jones and Ellen Ryan, Jamie-Lee Worsnop then guided her Fours side to a 17-14 win before the Boys Fours held on for a crucial draw.

Queensland needed to win all the games in the second session to stop NSW from claiming the series before the third test and they started off in the perfect way, jumping out to a lead in all matches. With Queensland claiming both pairs matches the triples matches would decide the Second Test. NSW fought all the way and claimed a 5 shot win in the Girls and a nail biting 1 shot victory in the Boys. These victories ensured NSW would secure both series still with a Test to play.

With NSW having already claimed the series the Third Test was all about pride between the two ‘State of Origin’ counterparts. The NSW Boys and Girls didn’t hold anything back and fought from start to finish claiming all the boys matches and 3 out of 4 girls matches with Queensland claiming the Girls Singles 21-11.

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NSW Girls Side Jamie-Lee Worsnop (St Johns Park) Ellen Ryan (Goulburn Railway) Lauren Shaw (Warilla) Dawn Hayman (Fairy Meadow) Molly Wilton (Maitland City) Maddison Fennell (Munmorah United) NSW Boys Side Greg Jeans (Glenbrook) Anthony McKenna (Tathra Beach) Dylan Skinner (Mount Lewis) Luke Jones (Evans Head) Corey Wedlock (Urunga)

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he play-offs for the NSWWBA Champion of Club Champions was sponsored by and played at Oak Flats Bowling Club from August 15-18, 2013.

Some ninety-eight ladies vied for the position of State Champion of Club Champions. The format was two games each day with the Quarter and Semi Finals being played on Wednesday and the Final on Thursday morning.

In the earlier matches NSWWBA Match Committee member Robyn Lewis officiated and welcomed players to Warilla, while Match Chairperson Pam Hockings welcomed ladies to Oak Flats and thanked President Janet Pettit for the use of the club, and congratulated players on qualifying for the State Champion of Club Champions.

Each day’s results were available on the State website and here are the results from the Quarter finals to the final: Natasha Van Eldik (Raymond Terrace) defeated Heidi Mungoven (East Maitland) 25-20; Deby Brien (St Marys RSL) defeated Joanne McKennal (Dundas Sports) 25-15; Katrina Wright (Sutherland) defeated Jennifer Roberts (Lake Cathie) 25-15; Claire (Duke) Turley (Cabramatta) defeated Laraine Mazurek (Forster) 25-14; Judy King (Everglades) defeated Carol Owen (Westport) 25-15; Leisa Parsons (Telarah) defeated Glenda Daal (Adaminiby) 25-23; Sharyn Renshaw (St Johns Park) defeated Pat Burdie (Corrimal) 25-15; Metua Teinaki (Ashfield) defeated Susan O’Neill (Maitland City) 25-8.

The next day saw Natasha win against Deby Brien 25-15, a really good match, Katrina Wright was successful over Claire Turley 25-22, Judy King (Everglades) won 25-12 against Leisa Parsons (Telarah), Sharyn Renshaw (St Johns Park) won 25-12 against Metua Teinaki (Ashfield).

The semi finals saw Natasha Van Eldik defeat Katrina Wright 25-24, while Sharyn Renshaw won against Judy King 25-13.

These matches were really crowd pleasers and in the first game with Katrina and Natasha it was not sure who would win.

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The finals played on Thursday started with a dull day but the sun came out and made it really pleasing. Sharyn Renshaw had supporters from St Johns Park while Natasha thought her mother would not be able to come as it was her tennis day. The Oak Flats ladies decided they would be “her rent a crowd” but surprisingly Natasha’s mother was a spectator at the game. Chairman of Match, Pam Hockings marked the match.

Sharyn won the toss but Natasha started off with 2 shots. It seemed as if it would be a close game which either lady could win. Sharyn was drawing very well but Natasha was going even better.

Unfortunately for Sharyn she bumped one of Natasha’s bowls up and the score was 7-2, then 8-4 and 9-4. It was the game of drawing bowls with Sharyn drawing away to bring the score to 9-9 and there she stayed for a while. Natasha had a drive and put the jack in the ditch to score two shots 11-9. Then Natasha held three shots to be 14-9. Next end Natasha stretched the end out by keeping the mat back and the jack on the “T”. Natasha was 15-9 and then she outdrew Sharyn to be 16-9. Then Sharyn outdrew Natasha to go 12-16 down. Natasha drew 4 shots to go 20-12, 21-12, 23-15. Then Natasha put the jack in the ditch for one shot 24-15. Sharyn had a run and saved 1 shot but Natasha had been holding 3 shots which brought the score to 25-15. It was a good game to watch as each knew their opponents skill and were aware that there could be a change at any time in the game.

At the presentation following the game present were Kevin Granger Chairman of the Board, George Cowling, Don Ryman, CEO Mat O’Hara and President Illawarra District Thelma Lever. Director Pam Hockings thanked Oak Flats for their sponsorship of the game which Oak Flats were happy to continue in 2014. Pam mentioned that Natasha had been chosen in the Australian squad to play in the 8 Nations Games prior to the CommonNSWWBA • BOWLS MATTERS

2013 Champion of Club Champions Singles winner Natasha Van Eldik (Raymond Terrace) wealth Games. Director Pam made presentations to the directors, to the umpire, Julie Lacey (Shell Harbour), Janet Pettit (President Oak Flats), Thelma Lever (Illawarra District President) and explained how the trophy came about.

Commenced in 1931-32 it was first won by Mrs. S. Page (Sydney Ladies Club). A Perpetual Trophy for this event was presented in 1984 by Hunt and Hunt, the Association solicitors in memory of Mr Bob Hunt, the first solicitor to the Association and consists of two rose bowls. The large silver one is kept in the trophy cabinet at Headquarters and has the winner’s name engraved each year.

The crystal bowl is retained by the winner.

The first recipient of the Trophy was Mrs. C. Philp (North Haven). Here are a few other winners —Jan Layton 1993 and 2002, Meg McClure 1997, Dorothy Roche 1992, Glen Yeaman Hornsby 1999, Sharyn Renshaw 2003 (Sharyn did not believe she had ever won before), Maria Rigby 2005, Karen Murphy 2001, 2007, 2008, 2012, Claire Duke (Turley) 2009, Leone Barnett 2010, Jan Agar 2011, Natasha Van Eldik 2013. Apologies to any ladies not mentioned.

Natasha thanked the many people who helped make this a successful event, her “rent a crowd,” her mother for being there and her opponent Sharyn who had helped Natasha when she was in the Juniors.

Pairs

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he 2013 Champion of Club Champion Pairs was once again sponsored by and held at Warilla Bowling Club from July 1-4.

Eighty eight teams entered the championship which consisted of two games of 18 ends per day with the final being played on Thursday. July 4th. The players came from as far afield as Inverell, Dubbo, Port Macquarie, Woolgoolga, Adaminaby and Milton/Ulladulla.

After the previous week of rain, rain and more rain, the weather was very kind with bright blue skies and warm weather for this time of the year.

The first two days of play saw some great bowls, some very close and some that didn’t reflect the standard of play.

Wednesday morning saw the play down to the quarter final – teams were: Beryl Selems and Michelle Fellows (Camden) played Claire Turley and Julie Keegan (Cabramatta). Camden conceded on the 17th end and Cabramatta won the game 16-25.

Tanya Ware and Carolyn Glen (Kurri Kurri) played Donna McGrath and Denise Huender (Majellan). Kurri Kurri took and early lead which they held throughout the game to win 22-11.

Leigh Wagstaff and Kim Suckey (Dapto) played Dilys Kindleysides and Ursula Killow (Northmead). Dapto proved too good on the day and won the game 21-8.

Cheryl Field and Marion Crump (Cessnock City) played Kerry Farrell and Betty Herbertson (Merrylands). Cessnock City held the lead to the 10th end but Merrylands started to pulled away and won the game 17-8.

By the end of play, players, spectators and officials were starting to feel a little sun burnt and were glad to go in for lunch and a drink.

Out again in the afternoon for the semi final.

The first semi final saw Cabramatta play Kurri Kurri where for the first 14 ends each team took turns in holding shot. The 8th end saw the teams 7all. Kurri Kurri holding 11-9 on the 12th end, then Cabramatta surged away to take the game 22-11.

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Winners of the 2013 Champion of Club Champions Pairs: B. Herbertson, K. Farrell (Merrylands) with NSWWBA Past President Jewel Buchanan. again the teams had a very close game to the 12th end, Merrylands then notched up play and won 18-12.

The final started in bright sunny weather though a cold breeze kept the temperature down. Match Committee member Robyn Lewis scored for the game. This was a very closely contested game with neither Merrylands nor Cabramatta able to win right up to the last bowl. The scores were even on the 11th end at 11 all and 16 all on the 16th end but Kerry and Betty (Merrylands) just managed to keep one or two shots ahead of Julie and Claire (Cabramatta), to win the game 20-16.

The presentations took place after lunch and Director and Chairman of Runners-up: J. Keegan, C. Turley (Cabramatta)

Match Pam Hockings congratulated the winners and runners-up on a great game. She then welcomed special guests NSWWBA Past President Jewel Buchanan, Chairman of Warilla Steve Feeney and Vice Chairman Robert Tynan.

Pam went on to thank Warilla Lady President Betty Anderson and her ladies for looking after the players and officials so well, for all the wonderful food and all their hard work during the week.

Pam then asked Warilla Chairman Steve to have a few words and present the runners-up and winners with their prize money and certificates. Steve congratulated the players and told the Match Committee he looked forward to seeing them back again next year.

Pam then asked Lady President Betty to pin the badges on the winners.

NSWWBA Past President Jewel then presented the “Jewel Buchanan” Trophy. Jewel gave a speech about how the trophy came about and how she worried whether the concept of a Champion of Club Champion Pairs would take on, and she was pleased to see so many entries for the event.

Jewel then told the players that they were now eligible to enter the National Champion of Champions event which is to be played in South Australia (Ascot Park) from October 11-13, 2013.

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ustralia’s march towards the 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games took a further step forward recently, with Bowls Australia announcing its 12-strong Australian Para-Bowls Commonwealth Games Trial Squad.

The para-bowls disciplines are a new addition to the Commonwealth Games format, with the athletes with a disability triples and vision-impaired pairs each competing for a full medal at the event next year, in addition to the eight ablebodied medallions on offer for the sport.

Earning selection in the persons with a disability trial squad are four Victorians, three New South Welshmen, three South Australians and two Queensland representatives, ranging in physical disability classification from B5 to B8.

Following their 2013 Multi-Disability National Championships singles victories in Brisbane, Queensland's Tony Bonnell, from Pine Rivers, and Brighton's Wendy Odgers have earnt inclusion in the squad; as did a trio of other Victorians after claiming the overall trophy for the top state at the event.

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were selected to travel to Wales and Scotland in August to compete in the Eight Nation Commonwealth Games Invitational event, alongside the Australian Jackaroos.

As a result of the influx of responses Bowls Australia received from the call to arms it recently issued seeking expressions of interest from eligible bowlers with a disability looking to compete at the Commonwealth Games, Australian Coach Steve Glasson OAM and the national selection panel in conjunction with Australian Athletes with a Disability (AAWD) state organisations will also embark on a state-by-state talent identification program later in the year to canvass any potential representatives who may be suited to don the green and gold uniform in the contrasting Glasgow conditions.

"This is an initial selection for candidates to possibly represent Australia in the UK in August and potentially Glasgow in 2014," National Coach Steve Glasson OAM said of the announcement.

"This tour will provide three candidates with a chance to further press their case for selection or cement their chance for selection to Commonwealth Games.

"The motivation for the state wide talent identification program is because we don't know how people are going to adapt to Glasgow or Glasgow-mirrored

Media Release – 2014 Trans Tasman

Traralgon to host he world’s top two nationa, the TAustralian Jackaroos and New Zealand Black Jacks, will clash in Traralgon next year after the city secured the rights to host lawn bowls' biggest international rivalry, the 2014 Trans Tasman.

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from both sides of the ditch, including world champions and Commonwealth Games gold medallists, will wage war on the greens of the Victorian city, situated in the Latrobe Valley of the Gippsland region, over three-days for the annual test series – held at the Traralgon Bowls Club from March 18 - 20, 2014.

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conditions, because they are totally foreign to us, which is why we are keeping the door somewhat open.

"The criteria that we took into account for the 12 trial squad members were things like performances at Nationals; previous results in competition; demeanour, body language and attitude and technique for heavy green play."

An announcement on the selection of the Jackaroos players to compete in Wales and Scotland will take place at the conclusion of their competitive training camp at Maribyrnong Bowls Club in July along with the confirmation of the final three athletes with a disability to travel to the UK, while the vision-impaired bowlers attending the tour were finalised after their camp in June.

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Anthony Bonnell (QLD) B6 Carolyn Nelson (NSW) B6 James Reynolds (NSW) B7 Tim Slater (VIC) B7 Clive Williams (QLD) B7 Barry Charity (SA) B7 Joshua Thornton NSW) B8 Joshua Barry (VIC) B8 Wendy Odgers (VIC) B5 Liam Buckley (SA) B6 Darryl Willson (SA) B6 Alison Meakin (VIC) B7

Over 60 of the sport's premier players, comprising of Under-18, Development which includes three under-25 and two over-age players, and the Senior team will continue lawn bowls fiercest contest.

While this announcement cements the location for next year's international affair against old enemy New Zealand, the two countries are poised to meet on the green much sooner, at the Eight Nation Commonwealth Games Invitational event in Glasgow from August 26 to September 1, with the National Selection Panel confirming the selection of the Australian contingent in July.

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he question of who will represent the green and gold at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow next year may have been answered after the recent announcement of the Australian team to contest the 8-nations event in Glasgow from August 26-30 — or has it?

Nineteen Australian bowlers will travel to the UK in just over six weeks for the traditional host city lead-up to the Commonwealth Games. The team of 19 includes a strong blend of experience and youthful exuberance in the 13 person Jackaroos touring team as well as two of the country’s most talented and aspiring bowlers with a vision impairment, accompanied by two directors, and four Para-Sport bowlers, who will compete at the same event in August and at the Commonwealth Games next year.

National Coach Steve Glasson emphasises those given a boarding pass for the flight to Scotland have received one based on their ability to perform in the conditions expected but nothing is assured in terms of Games selection.

Led by team vice-captains, World No

2 Karen Murphy and International Bowler of the Year Aron Sherriff, the team for the 8-nations event boasts nine World Champions and two Commonwealth Games Gold Medallists and collectively have represented Australia on over 1700 occasions.

The 8-nations Jackaroos team includes Mark Casey (NSW), Kelsey Cottrell (NSW), Karen Murphy (NSW), Matthew Flapper (VIC), Carla Odgers (VIC), Barrie Lester (VIC), Rebecca Van Asch (Quail) (TAS), Nathan Rice (QLD), Claire Turley (Duke) (NSW), Wayne Ruediger (SA), Aron Sherriff (NSW), Natasha Van Eldik (NSW) and Brett Wilkie (QLD).

Two players, Casey and Murphy have experienced the pinnacle of winning Commonwealth Games gold while they both join Cottrell, Van Asch, Turley, Ruediger, Sherriff, Van Eldik and Wilkie as World Champions from the last two events in 2008 in Christchurch, and 2012 in Adelaide.

The prestigious 8-nations event, which kicks off on August 26, will be at the Kelvingrove Lawn Bowls Club in Glasgow, the host venue of bowls at the 2014 Commonwealth Games.

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Scotland having won five gold and two silver medals at the most recent World Championships in Adelaide last December in the most dominant display in the history of the event, but Glasson is quick to state that this event is a vastly different scenario.

“Conditions in Adelaide were quick and fast and suited our game very well but now we travel into foreign territory and much slower greens so we need to be prepared for very different conditions.

“Naturally those selected have been selected on merit and displayed an ability to adapt to the tricky conditions we expect in Scotland which augers well for them in terms of making the Games team but by no means does it indicate a walk-up start to the biggest ticket in town which is a place in the Australian team for the Games,” Glasson said.

“We have undertaken a robust training regime over the past couple of months including replicating Glasgowlike conditions at the Maribyrnong Park Bowls Club in Melbourne to ensure we were ready to select the most competitive and suitable combination of bowlers to play against the best nations in world bowls,” Glasson said.

“We won’t be taking any other country lightly which is why we have spent considerable time to prepare our squad accordingly.

Australia will join New Zealand, England, South Africa, Malaysia, Canada and two teams from host nation Scotland in the 8-nation event.

The national selection panel in consultation with Australian Blind Bowlers Association (ABBA) National Coach Graeme Clements, and Australian Athletes with a Disability Coach Jan Palazzi have named two players, Marian Morrison and Tony Scott in the Bowlers with a Vision Impairment mixed pairs team while Joshua Barry, Anthony Bonnell, Barry Charity and Tim Slater have been named to represent Australia in the Para-Sport triples competition in Glasgow.

Both of these two categories will compete for full medals at the Commonwealth Games in July 2014.

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Presidents Days GREENLEES PARK had a very happy President’s and Officer’s Day on June 13, when President Helen Burton completed her second, three year term as President. All members hold Helen in high esteem and Helen always gives encouragement and advice to new bowlers, as well as guidance to committee members.

President Helen welcomed the then, NSWWBA State Director Robyn Procter and Macquarie District President Edna Arnold and Macquarie District Vice President Evelyn Redaelli to celebrate this day. Helen’s husband, Alan was also present with the Greenlees Park Men’s team together with representatives from several other women’s bowling clubs.

Doss Lothian, Patron also attended.

Doss donates hand towels and other items to assist the club and her generosity is very much appreciated.

The table colour scheme was yellow with a white cyclamen being the table prize.

L to r: NSWWBA Director Robyn Procter, Greenlees Park President Helen Burton, Macquarie District President Edna Arnold.

A “spider” was held and $125 was raised for Vision Australia at Enfield.

A friendly game was then played until 12:15pm when nibbles and sherry were served.

Merit Pins were presented by Director Robyn to Pat Stewart, Chair of Match, Denva Barber, General Committee, Rosa Caccavo, Chair of Social and Deanne Cooper, Social Committee, in appreciation of the good work carried out by them.

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President Helen thanked her committee for their support and assistance during her term of office and also thanked members and guests for attending and making her day so enjoyable.

MATRAVILLE RSL celebrated its 50th Anniversary on June 11, 2013. It was a fine day and the club was very nicely decorated in blue and gold.

Among those attending were NSW WBA Representative, Director Sue O’Keefe along with Eastern Suburbs District President Rosemary Lingarde, as well as all members past and present, and two Life Members Marie Hurworth and Noreen Carr, all of whom enjoyed the day.

The cake was cut by President Pat Moore and the club’s Life Members Marie and Noreen.

June 6, 2013 was official President’s Day for the NORTH HAVEN Women’s Bowling Club. This is the day when we acknowledge the time and effort given to the club by the President, Deirdre Johnston.

State President, Patricia Reynolds, was in attendance together with Hastings Haven District President, Maureen Bradford, Region 2 representative Carole Graham and distinguished guests from District and other clubs.

Also in attendance were club Patrons, Joan McLaren and Marj Whalley, and Life members Josie Bauder and Betty Patterson, as well as visiting teams and club members.

The day opened with a guard of honour to welcome the State President and morning tea followed. The social committee ladies had decorated the room beautifully in pink and purple, with colourful fresh flower arrangements and place mats featuring photos of past and present members. This was followed by a game of bowls played in lovely sunny weather before we came in to a delicious cooked lunch.

State President Patricia updated us with the latest news before undertaking the happy duty of presenting a gift to President Deirdre and merit pins to Betty Ann Roach, Irene Love, Vice President Lorraine Winner and Kath Minns. Vice NSWWBA • BOWLS MATTERS

L to r: NSWWBA President Patricia Reynolds, North Haven President D. Johnston, Hastings Haven District President Maureen Bradford.

President Lyn Allport thanked President Deirdre for her hard work and dedication as President, and presented her with a gift from the members.

After many speeches and toasts recognising those who have supported the club, a delicious cake, decorated with the club badge, was cut and each attendee received a piece as well as the gift of a penny for tossing in a hand crocheted holder.

MACQUARIE DISTRICT celebrated District President’s Edna Arnold’s Presidents Day at her club Rydalmere Central on a delightful sunny day in June, 2013.

President Edna welcomed her very special gusts from Macquarie District, Vice Presidents Fay Langdon, Evelyn Redaelli, Secretary Fay Laney, Treasurer Barbara Peddell and Match Chairman Margaret Horne. Also warmly welcomed were Northern Suburbs District Barbara Hazeltine and Secretary Rowena Coode, Mitchell District Toni Pollock and Beverly Mitchell, State Regional 16 representative Pam Andrich, President Lyle Lancett, Director Wayne Hooper and coach Bob Smith from the Men’s club.

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Cutting the cake (l to r): District Vice President Evelyn, District President Edna and Rydalmere Central President Joyce (Macquarie District). clubs were in attendance with special guest Val Whitfield from Castle Hill.

The auditorium was beautifully decorated by the Rydalmere ladies in

the colours of autumn. Each table had a cyclamen plant purchased from the markets by June Eckhart.

After morning tea and a fun game of bowls a delicious lunch was served.

Then the formal proceedings started.

The many cards were read by Secretary Fay and the wonderful gifts were opened by an astonished President.

President Edna invited Rydalmere Club President Joyce and District Vice President Evelyn to help her cut the most glorious cake made and decorated

by Evelyn Redaelli — too nice to cut.

After a most wonderful day it was time to close the proceedings and President Edna thanked her many friends for making her day so memorable, but there was one more surprise for Edna as her son Vincent and daughter-in-law Glenda had come from Hallidays Point to join in the day without her knowing. What a surprise!

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District and Rydalmere Central ladies for all the work they put into her special day.

ROSEHILL Women’s Bowling Club recently celebrated President’s Day for President Evelyn Redaelli and was

L to r: District Treasurer Barbara Peddell, Rosehill President Evelyn Redaelli, Macquarie District President Edna Arnold.

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honoured to welcome District President Edna Arnold accompanied by District Treasurer Barbara Peddell.

During morning tea President Evelyn welcomed her official guests and visitors. The function room looked stunning in pink and burgundy and was a credit to the members of the social committee.

Following morning tea a friendly game of bowls was the order of the day.

District President Edna, District Treasurer Barbara and Club President Evelyn cut the beautifully decorated cake which matched the theme of the room.

President Evelyn thanked everyone for attending and for all their efforts in making her day so special. A wonderful day was had by all.

At SOUTH CRONULLA 85 guests helped President Fay Betts celebrate her special day on Tuesday May 14, 2013.

President Fay welcomed NSWWBA Director Beryl Watson, Sutherland Shire District WBA President Ilsa Deuschle and Club Patron Joan Robertson together with members of her family, representatives of South Cronulla Men’s Bowling Club and Presidents from sister clubs in the Sutherland Shire.

The Club was beautifully decorated in a pale turquoise, apricot and cream theme and clusters of balloons on each table added a festive touch.

After morning tea a game of bowls was enjoyed in perfect weather and then members and guests sat down to a delicious luncheon. Director Beryl spoke about the role of NSWWBA and relaxed everyone with her easy manner and sense of humour.

Director Beryl, assisted by President Fay, then presented merit badges to the very happy recipients – J. Roberts, Left to right: NSWWBA Director Beryl Watson and South Cronulla President Faye Watts.

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A. Webb, T. Nagy, J. Stephen and B. Compton. Speeches were brief but no less sincere and after prizes were presented for winning rinks and lucky door, a most successful day concluded with a rousing rendition of the National Anthem.

SYLVANIA Women’s Bowling Club celebrated its Presidents Day on April 23rd, 2013. The club’s President, Kay Makin welcomed the official guests, NSWWBA Director, Mrs Beryl Watson, Mrs Ilse Deuschle, Sutherland Shire District President and Mr Don Crotty, President Sylvania Bowling Club.

The Club room looked a picture, decorated with blue and white posies,

TERRIGAL Women’s Bowling Club celebrated President Pam Ison’s special day on April 16, 2013.

A guard of honour welcomed special guests to the Club, including NSWWBA Director Pam Andrich, Central Coast District President, Pat Frewin, accompanied by Central Coast District Secretary, Diane Elsom. Pam’s family, some from Western Australia, were also in attendance along with special guests including Club Patron, Life Members and representatives from Club Terrigal.

After morning tea, the sun began to shine enabling all present to enjoy a friendly game of bowls with the official team adjourning for drinks prior to lunch.

The Social Committee, headed by Mo Costar, must be congratulated for doing such a beautiful job in decorating the Club with a beach theme including aqua, apricot and mauve balloons with shells interspersed on the tables for added decoration.

Vice President and Toastmistress, Dianne Fernance, chaired the proceedings with toasts made to those being honoured, while all guests enjoyed the delicious luncheon. State Director Pam and District President Pat joined the guest of honour, President Pam, in the

Left to right: Sutherland Shire District President Ilse Deuschle, Sylvania Club President Kay Makin, NSWWBA Director Beryl Watson. and flowers. After a delicious morning tea, a game of bowls was enjoyed.

On returning to the Club room toasts were made to NSWWBA and Sutherland district, and the Club.

Roast lunch was served [and cooked] by some men members.

Beryl presented award pins to several deserving ladies. President Kay gave special thanks to members of her family for their attendance to help make the day so special. Thanks also to representatives from other Clubs.

Kay was then called to cut the cake, and was joined by Beryl and Ilse.

All who attended and helped make the day one that Kay will not forget were thanked, and the day concluded with the singing of the National Anthem.

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Left to right: NSWWBA Director Pam Andrich, Terrigal President Pam Ison, Central Coast District President Pat Frewin. cutting of the cake which had been made by Vice President, Rose Bendall and decorated by Margaret McCreadie from Wamberal.

At the closing of the day, President Pam, thanked Toastmistress Dianne, special guests, family and members for making her special day such a memorable one.

Life Memberships

Life Member J. Hollingsworth (Ballina) Ballina club member Joan Hollingsworth has been awarded Life Membership.

Joan’s achievement started when she joined the Ballina WBC in 1994. Since joining she has worked on Social Committee, Match Committee and General Committee. In 1996/97 she became Hon. Secretary and held this position on 6 different occasions, Vice President for 2 years and then became President for the following next 2 years.

Whilst in the position of Secretary and President Joan has also been Delegate to the District and RSL Sports Council Delegate. Joan had one year as Vice President of the NRDWBA and 2 years on the Social Committee of NRDWBA. Joan is a National Umpire and regularly umpires at the Women’s Club, Men’s Club and any other club requiring an umpire for an event. She has competed in all Championships both Club and District and has represented the Club in Pennants for most years.

In this time Joan has won the Minor Singles, Major Singles and with a big help from her team, Major Fours and Triples.

Lithgow City recently bestowed Life Membership on two of their Members — Shirley Addison and Irene Watkins.

Shirley joined Lithgow City in 1968, a trained soprano; she was soon involved in organising and performing in the popular Christmas concerts till their disbandment in 2006.

Due to other commitments, Shirley’s bowling was mostly club and local events. She was appointed Publicity Officer 2003 and later Historian and was proud to be made Club Patron in 2009.

Irene joined Lithgow City in 1973; she was also a member of the concert party.

A fine bowler, Irene has skipped District, Pennants and Club Championships over a long, period with great success, and has held the position of President.

Both ladies continue to play and enjoy their bowls and are wished good health and good bowling for the future.

Members of Rydalmere Central awarded Edna Arnold Life Membership at the recent Annual General Meeting. Edna has held the position of Treasurer, Secretary and President of the club and is currently Secretary/Treasurer. In 1999 she was elected to the NSWWBA Inc. Journal Committee and in 2003 was elected Chairman/Editor, a position she held until 2009 when she retired.

Life Member Edna Arnold (Rydalmere Central)

Life Members (l to r): S. Addison, I. Watkins (Lithgow City)

Edna has now just completed her three year term as Macquarie District President. Two other positions she is currently carrying out are Treasurer for Bowl for Others and Publicity/Editor for NSWWBA Past Presidents’ Association.

Although no longer a competitive bowler Edna does enjoy playing social bowls with her friends.

Letter to the Editor Hi Barbara I was one of the lucky ones who went to the State Carnival held on the South Coast. It was a great success!

I took this photo at Gerringong Club, while you was relaxing on the first day ot the Carnival. Hope you didn’t mind. I titled it “Hard Work for State Officials”.

Congratulations on the State Carnival.

Janice Mark, Publicity Officer Region 8 South Coast District – Gerringong Thank you. It’s good to hear thoughts about the Carnival. I admit to being tired. I had driven down the day before and attended the dinner that night. No drinking though, as I was the designated driver. I did have a great time, Gerringong was one of many lovely clubs on the South Coast and everyone was so welcoming.

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Metro v Country

Clarification of Selection Process The reasons for the introduction of this event, in this format, was to give consistent achievers at District and Regional level (in the last 18 months), the opportunity to showcase their game at a higher level and possibly be considered for selection in NSW representative sides in the future. No members of the 2013 Under 18’s, Under 25’s, State Side or the 2012 Senior Interstate Side were considered eligible for selection in the 2013 Metro v Country event. The 2012 Senior Interstate Side is still the incumbent representatives, until the 2013 side is selected in late August 2013.

Because there were no candidates who put themselves forward for the position of State Selectors at the 2012 AGM the task has fallen to the Board to act on recommendations to fill the positions for any representative games in 2013. Selections this year have been based on results received in the NSW Office, of events at International, Australian, State, Regional and District level, and the final decisions for the Metro v Country sides were made in early May. For notification to those players we had to await their acknowledgement and agreement to participate before any announcement could be made. District or Regional results achieved after this date or received in NSW Office after this time, could obviously not be taken into account. As much as possible this selection has been carried out fairly and without bias.

Because State Selectors are given the opportunity to attend Regional playoffs and other significant games across the State, their base for selection is not purely reliant on submitted results, as is the case in the current situation, with only a recommendation being made to the current Board members who already have numerous other official duties as well to carry out.

As mentioned only 24 players from Metropolitan and 24 players from Country NSW were selected for the upcoming series and it would be appreciated by all members, that there were other worthy candidates who fit the criteria as set down, and missed out, but again only 24 for each side were required.

Any member who fits the criteria to nominate as a State Selector is most welcome to put their name forward for the 2013 AGM and become part of the NSWWBA Association in a more effective, active and constructive manner.

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Rosemary O’Brien No doubt, you will find, that, as I begin to write down thoughts on life and bowls in general, it will most likely grow to rival the length of “Gone With the Wind”, but better too much than not enough, I guess. Because I was much younger than they were, many of the bowlers with whom I played early on are, sadly, no longer with us, and I have taken pains to ensure nobody will be hurt in any way by my accounts of bowls “back then”, and that’s an important measure.” As with Karen’s story, I will begin at the very beginning.

I lived all of my earlier life in Bexley North with my parents and three siblings. My father was a very keen tennis player, and used to sometimes take me to White City grass courts on weekends, where he either played or watched various, then Australian tennis greats, many of them female – Nancy Bolton and Thelma Long come readily to mind. I was the only child in the family who took any particular interest in sport, and I took to tennis at around age 11 with untold enthusiasm. Holidays would see me every day from sun-up to dusk playing tennis on the street with local boys, or else hitting up against a brick wall in the backyard, practising my volleys and imagining I was representing Australia.

I had not actually played in any tennis competition when my Dad saw an ad in the local paper asking for young girls to come and try-out for inter-district teams in the strong Illawarra District. He told me he would be taking me on Sunday. I bawled in anguish – “But Dad, my dress is dowdy, my racquet only has nylon gut (much frowned on), and I won’t know anybody.” Nonetheless, off we went – the 472 bus to the end of Harrow Road, and a hike around to tennis courts near the railway line in Kogarah.

I was miserably apprehensive, the girls were cliquey, the male officials were unimpressed with my appearance, but, in true Hollywood movie style, I managed to trounce all three of their major singles stars that one afternoon.

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Dad was very pleased with me.

Soon, I was into serious tennis competition, and from that point on, I won each of the Under 13, 15, 17, and Under 19 Illawarra Singles titles, and was regularly their No. 1 inter-district representative until I was around 20 years and decided to get married. I mention all of this because I firmly believe that sporting skills definitely transfer across all sports, and if I ever think back on my bowling career, tennis is somehow intertwined with it all.

I continued to play tennis after moving into the Canterbury-Bankstown area, where I played No. 2 District representative to the wonderful local player, Gail Sherriff, and played A1 tennis in every available aspect with the Sherriff family (father Ross Sherriff was one of the most talented players to ever don a towelling hat), and I was fortunate enough to have tennis great, Tony Roche, as my mixed doubles partner for a couple of seasons. He was then around 18-19 years of age, and had just come to the city from Tarcutta.

I was around 30-31 years of age when my husband, Lloyd, came up with the following brilliant idea. “I’ve been thinking we should take up a sport we can both play into our later years, and I’ve been making some enquiries and am told that the Picnic Point Bowling Club has a lot of things going for it.”

To say that this idea was out of a clear blue sky is to underestimate its shock value to me. Lloyd informed me we would be going down to the club on the following Saturday morning, with the kids (3 of them at that stage) in tow. I was quite horrified. Begrudgingly, I went along with the plan, happily knowing it would be short-lived, and met up with a great coach, Bill Prosser, from the Regents Park club, who then coached at Picnic Point every Saturday. From the first moment I picked up his 5 inch heavyweight bowl and Bill told me the fundamentals of a smooth delivery, I’m afraid I was hooked, and Bill predicted for me a bright future.

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Disappointingly, Lloyd never gained all that much enthusiasm for the game, preferring his other major pursuits, namely, fishing and gardening, so his plans for our jolly, mature-aged social activities never did eventuate.

I believe I was around 32 years of age when I actually joined up as a player, which, as you can imagine, was considered ridiculously young. At that time, I couldn’t wait to get down to Picnic Point every Saturday, and this went on for about the next 12 months. I began to play a bit of social bowls, some night matches and some weekend ones, and I entered some of the club championships. Within the year, I had won my first club singles, and was immediately put into the top grade of No. 1 pennants, playing third to a lovely player named Phyllis Bass.

Those early days were wonderfully enjoyable and inestimably educational in the art of our great game. However, bowling was then quite different. It was nothing unusual at all to find yourself on a green running at 18/19 seconds, and there had been no reduction, or even contemplation of it, in the bowl’s bias, so a game could take a very long time, as the bowl arced out beautifully and slowly trundled all the way back in to its target.

When I first became a bowler there were two things which then put the fear of God into almost every player. One was champion bowler, Merle Richardson from the Bulli or Corrimal club who was a superb bowler and won almost everything, and the other was the Ashbury Womens’ Bowling Club, which also won everything about the place and had a dozen or more very strong players.

Sweat beads would begin to form with my team-mates if I mentioned we would be tackling Ashbury. Things were going along nicely on the bowls front when I discovered, within 18 months of joining the club, that I was pregnant. I won my second club singles title when 6-7 months pregnant, and reached the final of the Brighton Master Pairs when I was around 8 months pregnant.

You have to realise that rules and regulations were much more lax back then, so having a new baby didn’t daunt me at all. During pennants, I was able to run my car right up to the edge of the green, feed my baby prior to pennants

starting, put her to sleep in the back seat of the car, and play the entire game with nary a problem – fortunately, my baby was a good predictable sleeper, and never slept less than the requisite four hours, plus pennants was then in winter, and snuggling down in a car bassinet was not all that unpleasant.

My keen attitude caused some tuttutting, but my own club loved having me available for pennants and state championships, and, though it couldn’t and shouldn’t happen in these much more regulated days, it was fine back then, and nobody really suffered, especially not my sociable daughter.

Predictably, I did run into bother at some clubs with some rather narky ladies who (possibly correctly) believed I should be at home tending my baby, but, being young and silly and receiving great encouragement from my own club, it did not particularly worry me. I had absolutely wonderful days at Picnic Point, made many friends, and will never forget their support and friendship.

I went on to win 19 club Singles at the Picnic Point Club and many other club championships and also managed a grand slam of club championships, as well as many district championships.

Back then Picnic Point had become one of the strongest clubs in the State and it was from there that I won both my State Singles championships, first in ‘73-74, and again in ‘79-80. I also won an Australian Pairs with the brilliant Merle Richardson in the late seventies, and the State Pairs with Ruth McRae in ‘83-84, the State Triples twice, in ‘76-77 and again in ‘81-82, a No.1 State Pennant, a National Round Robin win playing second for Ashbury great Lil Thoms, a State Fours in ‘75 and again in 1990, the State Master Singles in ‘81, the Belmore Maestro Singles in ‘78, and probably my biggest win was I think in 1981, the National Champion of State Singles Champions held in Melbourne.

I recall when I made my first State team and found myself playing second for the tiny bit scary Lil Thoms, who liked nothing more than having bowls around the jack, both lead, Betty Bunyard, from the north side, and myself were almost paralysed with fear, but it was a great experience, and Lil proved to be a great skipper and a very encouraging team-mate. I had many www.womensbowlsnsw.org

trips away interstate representing NSW, and they all had their moments.

I remember, on, I think, only my second interstate trip away, rooming with a player who was notoriously late. I was shaved, showered and ready to go to the designated club, when I realised that she was still in her “nightie”, and still on the phone to her partner, who, apparently, liked to provide her with many long, long phone calls of undying devotion when she was away. I mentioned to my room-mate that we had only 10 minutes before the bus was due to leave, and she looked at me in horror, and said something like, ”You’re not going to leave me, are you?” I was torn. I was a new chum, and knew I would be in big trouble if I missed the bus. I elected to stay with my pal, and had to undergo a severe tongue lashing when, eventually, we did get down to the foyer.

I was often, the one who might suggest a small party back at the room, or watching a movie after lights-out, or volunteer to duck down and bring back some drinks for our organised gettogethers. Sometimes, you would find bowlers with rather strange habits. One of my room-mates liked to practise her delivery in the hallways of the motel/ hotel where we were billeted, and there is something slightly weird about hearing the clunketty-clunk of a bowl traversing its way down a wooden-floored hotel hallway. I’m afraid I was never quite as diligent.

Very soon after that, I was chosen as a State skipper at around the tender age (for those times) of 36-37 years of age. I can distinctly recall, when my name was called out as skip, you could have heard a pin drop, and it must have been a

massive shock for the, then, almost entrenched skippers, but, I would have to say, that, once the bitter pill that they were about to be skippered by a “youngster” had been swallowed, they were wonderfully supportive of me.

At that time, I was anything but highly organised, even though I was trying to run a family of four kids (with the essential help of my mother, because, in those days, husbands were not supposed to be worried about the day-to-day running of a household, and my husband, Lloyd, was no different, even though he was otherwise very encouraging of me in my bowling pursuits). I recall, for instance, when I was due to attend a very important evening team dinner at an inner-city hotel, and go off to a bowling practise the next day, I had forgotten my bowls hat, which was then tantamount to doing away with a troublesome neighbour, and after a quick phone call had my husband Lloyd racing into the city by train to bring me my hat. Such mishaps were hugely frowned on, and I think I was looked on as a bit of a concern, someone who definitely needed to be watched!

We were always having the hems of our dresses measured by an unforgiving wooden ruler, and if the lower sides of our shoes had not been fully included in our shoe cleaning routine, we would be hauled over the coals (or as one of my far more descriptive neighbours was wont to say, “called over the holes”). I was always in bother for having a bowls cloth slightly protruding from my dress pocket, and once, during a State Triples final, loud mutterings were ongoing among those seated and watching around the green that the length of my

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Double celebration for the Bateau Bay ladies

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espite unusually lovely sunny weather for Autumn in May, Thursday 23rd, saw heavy rain moving the special function of the club’s 48th birthday and Grade 2 Unfurling for the Bateau Bay Women’s Bowling Club to remain indoors.

Attending on the day were 112 members. Central Coast President Pat Frewin, Region 6 representative Leslie Swales and District Match representative Robyn Cosgrove.

The morning opened with morning tea and Bateau Pay President Liz Cohen welcoming everyone including the Wyong Grade 2 players who were runners-up for the season, then Secretary Sue Ryan read a number of cards from well wishers.

Following Morning tea President Liz called on Central Coast President Pat to unfurl the Grade 2 flag and present the winning badges to Bateau Bay ladies and certificates to the runners up. Then there was time for photos, a game of trivia and a short break before lunch was served.

President Liz then invited the two winning and two runners up skips to cut the unfurling cake. Judy Wheatly and President Barbara Janson from Wyong and Gloria Schofield and President Liz from Bateau Bay cut the unfurling cake.

The very attractive birthday cake was cut by President Liz, Central Coast President Pat and Gayle Mackie who made the cakes and was then presented with a beautiful bouquet of flowers for her continued contribution.

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for the excellent organisation of the day and especially the Social Committee ladies for their untiring work.

A special mention was made for the oldest playing member Bonny O’Gorman, having recently turned 90 and to Gayle Mackie and her husband Ted who had made the two special cakes and would celebrate their 50th anniversary on Saturday.

Raffles and lucky prizes were awarded and President of Wyong ladies Barbara Jansen congratulated the winners and wished them well at the Regional Playoffs in June. With guests singing the National Anthem the day concluded.

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NSW team of 6 men and 4 women arrived in Brisbane in pouring rain to compete in this prestigious event in the AAWD Calendar. Steve Glasson, Robbie Dobbins and Jan Palatzi, Australian selectors were in attendance to select players for a team of 3 to compete in the 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games.

The format for the Nationals was singles and pairs events, the singles for the women played in 2 sections. Lynn Smith won her section undefeated and Carolyn Nelson was 2nd place in her section.

They played each other in the semis and Carolyn was the victor. Carolyn played Wendy Odgers from Victoria in the gold medal play-off and Carolyn lost in the 4th end of the tiebreak with Wendy drawing the ultimate shot with her last bowl. Carolyn had won the singles title the last 2 years. Lynn won the bronze medal in straight sets.

Carolyn and Lynn won the gold medal in the pairs and were undefeated. The friendship, support as well as the superb bowls made this competition a memorable one. The NSW women’s team was Cheryl Benbow (Raymond Terrace), Joanne Hunter (Gymea), Lynn Smith (Roselands Flames) and Carolyn Nelson (Engadine).

Congratulations to Carolyn Nelson, James Reynolds and Joshua Thornton who were selected in the AAWD Selection Trial Squad in Melbourne next month.

FAREWELL LIVERPOOL CITY It is with sadness that I send this email and photos of our last day of existence of our club after 63 years the oldest club in the metropolitan area of Sydney. Patrons, Life members and our existing bowling member are in one photo and the other is our bowlers.

It was a lovely day having friends together and all enjoyed this unique day, the best way we could knowing our bowling family was breaking up We wish you a fond farewell from our Liverpool City Women’s Bowling Club.

Congratulations to Liverpool City for having been in action for 63 years.

Take care of yourselves and it is hoped some of you will be able to join other clubs to continue your bowling. Sometimes meet for tea and coffee with your family of ex Liverpool City bowlers.

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Woonoona’s 74th Birthday NOT THE

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onnie Smith (pictured) of Western Suburbs Women’s Bowling Club came up with the idea for a competition for bowlers not playing pennants.

The competition is run according to the same timetable and at the same venues as for the pennant matches.

Each week teams from each club accompany their pennant teams to the pennant venue and play in a “Not the Pennants” match beside their club mates. Bowlers put in a small contribution which pays green fees and allows for monetary prizes at the end of the pennant season.

The competition has benefits such as pennant reserves are always on hand, all bowlers are able to participate in competition, and support for the pennant teams abounds.

The competition was trialled on Saturdays in the recent pennant season.

It was a great success and we all look forward to it next pennant season.

Bowlers from the various clubs in the district especially enjoyed the opportunity to get to know one another.

We welcome visiting bowlers to join us.

We will publicise the competition a month before the next pennant season.

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beautiful sunny Autumn day greeted all bowlers for Woonoona’s 74th Birthday and a great day of bowling was enjoyed by all. Then, back to the clubhouse for the Birthday Celebrations.

The tables looked a treat with flowers and greenery, beautiful vases of garden blooms, all expertly arranged by hard working lady bowlers, who work around the club like an organized group of working bees, well done ladies.

After a Royal toast, the National Anthem and Grace – a great lunch for 90 odd people was cooked and served by our trusty Bistro caterers to all seated, then our sweets landed on the table, nothing was left, a good sign of fresh

food and good cooks. Well done Woonona Bowling Club.

Toasts took place to Illawarra District Women’s Bowling Association – District President, Thelma Lever and Vice President, Dawn Driscoll to our Patrons and Life Members and to Club Ltd, all of which were greatly appreciated.

Speeches were made and enjoyed by all the bowlers and dignitaries present and a beautiful bouquet of Red Roses was presented to our President, Bev Bloor.

Onto cutting the spectacular birthday cake, made by one of the club’s lady bowlers, a work of art, honestly, too good to slice up but we did – and enjoyed by all, thank you Joan.

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atraville RSL celebrated its 50th anniversary on June 11, 2013. It was a fine day and the club was very nicely decorated in blue and gold.

Among those attending were New South Wales Women’s Bowling Association representative, Director Sue O’Keefe, along with Eastern Suburbs District President Rosemary Lingarde, as well as all members, past and present and two Life Members Marie Hurworth and Noreen Carr, all of whom enjoyed the day.

The cake was cut by President Pat Moore and the club’s Life members Marie and Noreen.

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May’s 90th Birthday elmont Sporties member May Smith celebrated her 90th Birthday with her daughter Jeanette and friends, plus many of her bowling mates with a lovely luncheon at the Belmont Sporties Cub. May still enjoys her bowls once a week.

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Penrith’s Awesome 4 TUNCURRY’S MOTHERS AND DAUGHTERS T

uncurry bowlers are happy to report a rather unique situation of having 7 mothers and 7 daughters, all currently playing at the Tuncurry Women’s Bowling Club. They are listed as follows:

Left to right: Mandy Snow, Michelle Pearce, Fiona Logan, Kerry Shiels (skip) (Penrith).

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epean District 2013 Pennant season Grade 1 was won by Penrith Bowling Club, not only with great gameship, but with sisterly love ... 4 sisters in one team.

There ladies are well known around the district and played club championships with and against each other.

There are 5 sisters all talented and creative, Melanie doesn’t play as yet, and it will be interesting when she does start.

Penrith are a very proud club and 2013 had been a big year with Grade 1 and 2 Pennants sides winning, and District pairs were also won by Penrith .

Well done Penrith.

Club Patron Daphne Brumby and daughter Lynnette Mooney; Vice President Fay Smith and Simone Tuffnell (Fay is a 40 year member and still playing No 1 Pennants); Marion McDonald bowls with her daughter, Robyn, who is a very new and keen bowler.

A current Umpire who loves her bowls is Kay Negus and her daughter, Karen; also Pat Murray and daughter Rhonda Murray who travels regularly up from Sydney to play with her mum.

Another is Zena Snow and daughter Vicki Thomson; along with another long standing member Audrey Redman and Joy Redman.

We must not forget the club’s mother and son combination of Jill Holohan and Steven Holohan.

What’s the adage, "The family who plays together, stays together"? Well it looks like it’s working here in Tuncurry.

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and Eleanor took control, winning he final of the Kiama Ladies the last four ends to take the Bowling Club Pairs was match 22–13 to claim the Pairs proof that you should never Championship title. give up trying to achieve your Congratulations to all ladies on goals and showed that age is a fine display of bowling, both not a barrier to performance on teams were very worthy finalists the green. and an inspiration to young All four competitors had a bowlers. cumulative age of 328 years with the ultimate winners being the Thank you Kiama ladies for team of Mabel Leon and Eleanor sharing this tremendous Parker being 76 and 83 years.

Mabel Leon and Eleanor Parkin.

Leonie Mair and Joan Brownlie. success with our readers. Other Neither Mable nor Eleanor has clubs may have similar or other before Leonie and Joan fought back with ever won the Pairs Championship before. appenings they would like to share and some fine bowling to get to the lead The match was a very thrilling event the journal would be happy to write of 12–11 after 12 ends. The next couple of with Mabel and Eleanor going out to an these deeds. ends went shot for shot before Mabel early lead being 10-3 after 8 ends The Editor

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alerie recently celebrated her 96th birthday. She is a much loved member of Gosford City WBC.

She commenced her bowls at Inverell in 1977 and came to Gosford City in 1983. Val became bowls organiser and worked in this position for some years. She became Chairman of the Selection and Social Committee. Val retired from this position 21 years later at age 90 years.

In 2007 Valerie Costello received Life Membership. She is still raising money for the club at 96 years, selling raffle tickets at every opportunity and running the monthly lotto barrel competition. Val is said to have raised money with a lot of help from great friend Beryl West.

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aph McPherson was born October 2, 1924. She moved to Tumbarumba in 1948 where she and her late husband raised 3 children.

The family owed the Rose Cafe and Daph was the cook. Daph joined the Tumbarumba WBC in 1958, but after the death of her husband didn't play for some years, re-joining in 1968 and has played ever since.

During this time Daph has entered in Club Championships, Shield Days, local and District tournaments, and for the first time this year played in Pennants and was in the winning team that won the District Pennants.

Daph has been on Committee and been our Historian for many years,

always ready with a smile, a poem, a joke (sometimes a little bit risqué) a song, skits on our Presentation Night.

Daph makes a day on the green, after a good shot she does a little jig!!

Daph is an all rounder, always ready to help, regardless what is asked.

Never a dull moment when Daph is around, truly our little gem. Daph is a true team member and loyal to her Club – a fine example to us all.

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Regional News REGION ONE RESULTS WINNERS: Singles: C. Withers (Pottsville), runner-up E. Fleming (Cudgen Leagues).

Pairs: C. Withers (s) W. Fielding (Pottsville).

Triples: B. Sprengel (s) L. McGowran, K. Gallard (Ocean Shores).

Open Fours: C. Withers (s), W. Fielding, M. Jackson, A. Mackay (Pottsville).

Senior Fours: J. Lake (s), G. Coustley, G. Cartwright, M. Overall (Cabarita Beach).

Pennants: No. 1 Maclean (Clarence River District), No. 2 Pottsville (Tweed Byron District), No. 3 Urunga (Mid North Coast District), No. 4 South Grafton (Clarence River District).

Singles winner at Region 1 level: C. Withers (Pottsville).

Open Fours winners at Region 1 level: C. Withers (s), W. Fielding, M. Jackson, A. Mackay (Pottsville).

Senior Fours winners at Region 1 level: J. Lake (s), G. Coustley, G. Cartwright, M. Overall (Cabarita Beach).

No. 1 Pennant winners at Region 1 level (l to r): C. Byrum, L. Connor, M. Grimes, J. Hannah (s), S. Squires, W. Haslum, C. Shannon, M. Ryan (s) (Maclean).

No. 2 Pennant winners at Region 1 level (l to r) M. Jackson, J. Richards, W. Fielding, C. Withers (s), G. Moore, M. Comerford, D. Buckley, A. Swift (s) (Pottsville).

Pairs winners at Region 1 level – W. Fielding, C. Withers (s) (Pottsville).

No. 3 Pennant winners at Region 1 level – S. Pollock, J. Gale, C. Anthony, K. McPhail (s), I. Pettit, W. Moran, S. Mitchell, A. Pilkington (Urunga).

Triples winners at Region 1 level – B. Sprengel (s), L. McGowran, K. Gallard (Ocean Shores).

No. 4 Pennant winners at Region 1 level (l to r) B. Ford, N. Graham, D. McLachlan, M. Andrew (s), M. King, G. Linaker, B. Essex, E. Whitford (s) (South Grafton).

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REGION TWO RESULTS WINNER: Singles: C. White (Port City).

Singles winner at Region 2 level C. White (Port City).

REGION FIVE RESULTS

No. 2 Pennant winners at Region 5 level: O. Lane, J. Handley, M. Unstead, M. Harman, O. Hyde, J. McCabe, K. Mulder, B. Thorpe (Kotara).

WINNERS Pennants: No. 1 Raymond Terrace (Newcastle District), No. 2 Kotara (Newcastle District), No. 3 Scone RSL (Upper Hunter District), No. 4 Singleton (Hunter River District).

No. 3 Pennant winners at Region 5 level: K. Collison, E. Moran, P. Harrington, I. Kearnes, S. Collison, L. Bourke, J. Collison, M. Brown (Scone RSL).

No. 1 Pennant winners at Region 5 level: A. Thompson, B. Simpson, R. Newbery, M. Barnett, H. Stokes, D. Price, N. Van Eldik, K. Richards (Raymond Terrace).

No.4 Pennant winners at Region 5 level: D. Rowe, N. Bates, M. Loughrey, G. Lambkin, W. Cox, V. Trees, Y. Midwinter, M. Martin (Singleton).

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u Free Bowls Coaching is available

Bowls Office at the Club on 4984 4190 (leave a message on the answering machine)

phone 4981 4585 (Ann Murray) or 4984 7007 (Cheryl Johnstone)

Come ROLL UP and have some FUN • Celebrate Any Occasion with a Game of BOWLS Members $2 • Non-members $4 • Packages available – Phone the Club 4984 1244 to book and enquire about the 2013 packages39 www.womensbowlsnsw.org JULY-AUGUST

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Regional News REGION SIX RESULTS WINNERS Pennants: No.1 Terrigal 1 (Central Coast District), No. 2 Bateau Bay 1 (Central Coast), No.3 Ettalong Memorial (Central Coast), No. 4 Dora Creek Workers (Lake Macquarie).

No.1 Pennant winners at Region 6 level – J. Silvia, M. Ardill, P. Colbran, G. Hardwick (s), A. Koutsellis, L. Murphy, K. Croker I, Croker (s) (Terrigal).

REGION NINE RESULTS WINNERS Pennants: No.1, 2 Tura Beach (Bega Imlay), No. 3 Merimbula Imlay (Bega Imlay), No. 4 NSCC Dalmeny (Far South Coast).

No. 1 Pennant winners at Region 9 level – W. Rusling, S. Pope, S. Neilson, L. Pucci, P. Reynolds, L. Jacobsen, I. Ballard, C. Hayes (Tura Beach).

No. 2 Pennant winners at Region 6 level: M. Bakon, L. Vetter, C. Butler, E. Cohen (s), P. Nemeth, D. Carey, D. Edwards, G. Schofield (s) (Bateau Bay).

No. 2 Pennant winners at Region 9 level – N. Stove, M. Firth, J. Joslin, L. Govey, V. Edwards, B. O’Dwyer, L. Brown, J. Duncombe (Tura Beach).

No. 3 Pennant winners at Region 6 level: R. Holden, L. Chivas, A. Middleton, S. Murphy (s), D. Lowe, J. Taylor, D. Reeves, M. Silvester (s) (Ettalong Memorial).

No. 3 Pennant winners at Region 9 level – M. King, M. Philistin, S. Grobler, G. Savill, C. Chase, K. Burns, J. Jones, K. Scrivener (Merimbula Imlay).

No. 4 Pennant winners at Region 6 level – B. Bowling, L. McEwan, M. Cooper, D. Davies (s), S. Holman, M. Macbeth, M. Hardy, D. Grace (s) (Dora Creek Workers).

No.4 Pennant winners at Region 9 level – E. Lavis, M. Carpenter, J. Jones, P. Barklem, L. Dunbar, M. Laker, I. Peady, V. Howie (NSCC Dalmeny).

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REGION FIFTEEN WINNERS Singles: L. Thompson (Neutral Bay).

Singles winner: L. Thompson (Neutral Bay)).

REGION SIXTEEN WINNERS Pennants: No. 1 Asquith (Northern Suburbs), No. 2 Northmead (Mitchell), No. 3 Carlingford (Macquarie), No. 4 Blacktown Workers (Mitchell).

Pennants: No. 1 Harbord (Manly Warringah), No. 2 Dee Why (Manly Warringah), No. 3 Dee Why (Manly Warringah), No. 4 Artarmon/Chatswood (Bennelong).

No. 1 Pennant winners at Region Sixteen level: Reserve L. Coyne (played for J. Wilson), J. Wilson, S. Andrew, N. Crump, B. Davis, J. Bennett, V. Henderson, H. Maloney, M. Khamis (Asquith).

No. 1 Pennant winners at Region Fifteen level: C. Gordon, J.Newell, G. Dessaix, L. Belling, M. Sato, S. Laidlaw, R. Constable, R. Kennedy (s) (Harbord).

No. 2 Pennant winners at Region Sixteen level: J. Williamson, J. Whittington, F. South, S. Shipley, D. Brown, J. Dennis, P. Marney, C. Keys (Northmead).

No. 2 Pennant winners at Region Fifteen level: R. Morrow, N. Crawshaw, B. Harlovich, J. John, S. Ewins, J. Crothers, R. Fenton, C.Turner (Dee Why).

No. 3 Pennant winners at Region Sixteen level: J. Turner, J. Lang, K. Uren, F. Monk, I. Harwin, M. Ryan, L. Willis, J. Ohk (s) (Carlingford).

No. 3 Pennant winners at Region Fifteen level: J. Welsh, R. Courtney, B. Andrews, J. Adrian, S. Siobin, H. Kenny, E. Campbell, S. Marshall (Dee Why).

No. 4 Pennant winners at Region Fifteen level: back row – R. Hanson, L. Amos, N. Hau, L. Campbell; front – P. Tan, Y. Gallagher, J. Hunt, M. Grey (Artarmon/Chatswood).

No. 4 Pennant winners at Region Sixteen level: back – V. Salis, E. Bartlett, J. Rathborne, M. Reidy, C. Aston, A. Schultz, D. Bullen ; front row – M. McIntosh, S. Roosen (Reserve) (Blacktown Workers). www.womensbowlsnsw.org

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Charity Days Bowral – Biggest Morning Tea in May

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he ladies of the Bowral Women's Bowling Club held their annual Biggest Morning Tea in May and were supported by their local community newspaper and radio, advertising the event.

There was a wonderful attendance from bowlers and residents of Bowral and over $400 was raised for the Cancer Council.

The photo shows the happy morning tea ladies.

Chester Hill Charity Day

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hester Hill RSL - held their annual Charity day on Thursday, May 2 attended by eight visiting clubs. The amount raised being $1,100 to be shared between Westmead Childrens Hospital, Break Thru People Solutions (formerly Dunrossil Home) and the Spider collection of $100 will be donated to the Cancer Council NSW. There were 93 bowlers present and everyone had a most enjoyable game of bowls, the weather was kind and the company was great.

President Mrs N. Howard would like to thank all the members for the wonderful gifts, and all their time and work, to make this such a friendly and successful day.

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orrimal Women’s Bowls Club Gala Charity Day took place recently raising $1,500 for Cancer Carers and Christina’s House of Hope by way of a Tombola Raffle offering several substantial prizes. Two greens of members and visitors were to play two games of Triples, each of 15 ends but the afternoon game was shortened when rain fell.

After lunch Corrimal President Robyn Sweeny distributed the prize money of $540 to the winners – Emelia West, Narelle Mushett and Julea Morgan of Warilla who were the overall winners and the runners-up were Shirley Lentle, Anne Cross and Judy Ramsey of Bellambi.

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Pictured (l to r): Carol Dunwell, Jan Tucker, Yvonne Chapman (Bowral). the afternoon trophy went to Bev Emmett, Maureen Congdon and Isabel Fenton. Consolation trophies went to Jan Halbert, Pauline Martin and Robyn Walker.

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very year Newport Beach Women’s Bowling Club holds a Biggest Morning Tea and it was again a very successful event.

Around 100 women enjoyed a scrumptious morning tea followed by a beautiful fashion parade from Mona Vale Boutique ‘Chances’. Some of the ladies did the modelling and everyone enjoyed the morning.

Newport has been holding ‘Biggest Morning Teas’ for the past 11 years and

have raised over $21,500 for the Cancer Council. A great effort by all members.

The Hills – Pink in the Support of the Cause

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he ladies of The Hills WBC celebrated their annual Biggest Morning Tea on May 14, 2013, and a generous amount was raised for cancer research.

The raffle money on the day will also be donated. Carole Elvin and the social ladies presented a delicious morning tea in a beautifully decorated room.

Prior to commencing bowls that day, all the Hills ladies, dressed in pink and displayed a ‘heart’ to show love and their support for the cause of cancer research. It was a great day!

Corrimal Gala Charity Day winners (l to r): Emelia West, Julea Morgan, Narelle Mushett (Warilla).

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District Association News BENNELONG Results at District level: Major Singles: S. Hardacre (Gladesville), runner-up B. McClintock (North Ryde RSL).

Pairs: L. Amos. Y. Gallagher (Artarmon).

Triples winners at Central Western District level (l to r): I. Fogg, J. Day, R. Fogg (Cowra).

Singles winner at Bennelong District level: S. Hardacre (Gladesville).

Pairs winners at Bennelong District level (l to r): L. Amox, Y. Gallagher (Artarmon).

CENTRAL COAST Results at District level: Singles: M. Smith (Everglades).

Triples: J. King (s), L. Cross, P. McLeod (Everglades).

Open Fours winners at Central Western District level (l to r): M. Hawken, M. Gray, R. Morgan, P. Cooney (Parkes).

Singles winner at Central Coast District level: M. Smith (Everglades).

Triples winners at Central Coast District level (l to r): J. King (s), L. Cross, P. McLeod (Everglades).

CENTRAL WESTERN Results at District level: Singles: L. Burton (Forbes).

Pairs: M. Grant, P. Cooney (Parkes).

Triples: I. Fogg, J. Day, R. Fogg (Cowra).

Open Fours: M. Hawken, M. Gray, R. Morgan, P. Cooney (Parkes).

Senior Fours: L. Burns, N. Baker, E. Brown, N. Brown (Cowra).

Senior Fours winners at Central Western District level (l to r): L. Burns, N. Baker, E. Brown, N. Brown (Cowra).

CLARENCE RIVER Results at District level: Singles: C. Nixon (South Grafton), runner-up S. Squires (Maclean).

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MILLER’S BADGES Singles winner at Central Western District level: L. Burton (Forbes).

Pairs winners at Central Western District level (l to r): M. Grant, P. Cooney (Parkes).

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District Association News Pairs: S. Macneill, J. Harrop (Iluka).

Triples: D. Lawson, D. Rapley, N. Mawhirt (Grafton).

Open Fours: C. Johnson, L. McKay, S. Squires, M. Ryan (Maclean).

Senior Fours: E. McKew, C. Nixon, G. Ryan, C. Kane (South Grafton).

Singles winner and runner-up at Clarence River District level (l to r): C. Nixon (South Grafton), S. Squires (Maclean).

Pairs winners at Clarence River District level (l to r): S. Macneill, J. Harrop (Iluka).

Triples winners at Clarence River District level (l to r): D. Lawson, D. Rapley, N. Mawhirt (Grafton).

Open Fours winners at Clarence River District level (l to r): C. Johnson, L. McKay, S. Squire, M. Ryan (Maclean).

Senior Fours winners at Clarence River District level (l to r): E. McKew, C. Nixon, G. Ryan, C. Kane (South Grafton).

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EAST GWYDIR Results at District level: Major Singles: M. Hawke (Ashford), runner-up M. Woodward (Warialda).

Pairs: E. Mepham, J. Hobday (Delungra).

Triples: T. Brooks, J. Gobert, N. McIntyre (Inverell).

Open Fours: J. Anderson, M. Kennedy, D. Montague, P. Yee (Inverell).

Senior Fours: G. Anderson, E. Mepham, L. Ogilvie, J. Hobday (Delungra).

Pennants: No. 3 Inverell – T. Brooks, J. Gobert, M. Watling, A. Barry, J. Leader, P. Yee, N. McIntyre, A. Cook.

FAR SOUTH COAST Results at District level: Open Fours: C. Hayward, D. Monks, D. Lidbury, S. Fahey (Tuross Heads).

Senior Fours: M. Bridges, A. Innes, Y. Lynch, G. Biggs (Batemans Bay).

Pennants: No.1 Batemans Bay, No. 2 Tuross Head, No.3 Tomakin, No. 4 Dalmeny, No. 5 Batemans Bay.

Open Fours winners at Far South Coast District level (l to r): C. Hayward, D. Monks, D. Lidbury, S. Fahey (Tuross Heads).

Senior Fours winners at Far South Coast District level (l to r): M. Bridges, A. Innes, Y. Lynch, G. Biggs (Batemans Bay).

No. 1 Pennant winners at Far South Coast District level (l to r): P. Baird, E. Cox, M. Rollinson, M. Kathleen, M. Carney, J. Whalley, J. Lane, P. Bill (Batemans Bay).

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HARRINGTON Results at District level: Major Singles: J. Spencer.

Pairs: F. Fairbairn, G. Jeffery.

Triples: V. Richards, P. Harrison, B. Matthews.

Fours: L. Hawkins, M. Grofos, C. Jennens, D. Tufnell.

No. 2 Pennant winners at Far South Coast District level (l to r): C. Hayward, D. Monks, A. Linney, R. Farrington, M. Peck, D. Lidbury, R. Downie, S. Fahey, P. Mazzucchelli (Tuross Head).

No. 3 Pennant winners at Far South Coast District level (l to r): B. Connor, D. Ziebell, M. Starkovski, J. Colefax, M. Devine, R. Salkeld, J. Smith, V. Stephenson (Tomakin).

Singles winner at Harrington District level: J. Spencer

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HASTINGS HAVEN Results at District level: Pennants: No.1 Port City, No. 2 Port City, No. 3 Westport, No. 4 Wauchope, No. 5 Lake Cathie.

No. 4 Pennant winners at Far South Coast District level (l to r): P. Barklem, J. Jones, M. Carpenter, E. Lavis, L. Dunbar, M. Laker, I. Peady, V. Howie (Dalmeny).

No.1 Pennant winners at Hastings Haven District level (l to r): J. Brady, L. Bishell,J. Stockham, L. Thompson, C. White, K. McFarlane, S. Devine (inset M. Salmon-Stewart) (Port City).

No. 5 Pennant winners at Far South Coast District (l to r): B. McInnes, K. Giannasca, J. Burggraaf, P. Wheeler (Batemans Bay).

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No. 2 Pennant winners at Hastings Haven District level (l to r) C. Banks, C. Bowman, D. Amor, B. Schubert, B. Barrett, E. Ramsay (insets F. Schollum, J. Wallis) (Port City).

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No. 3 Pennant winners at Hastings Haven District level (l to r): Y. Hansell, K. Stingel, P. Lakey, L. Grovenor, C. Owen, D. Penney, G. Oliver, M. Carkeek (Westport).

No. 4 Pennant winners at Hastings Haven District level (l to r): H. Bartlett, A. Jones, J. Hall, L. Allen, J. Coombes, P. Coombs, T. Hamilton, R. Ansley (Wauchope).

No. 5 Pennant winners at Hastings Haven District (l to r): F. Brassey, R. Jones, P. Hibburt, B. Robertson, D. Spinks, A. Innes, M. Simmonds (Lake Cathie).

ILLAWARRA Results at District level: Pennants: No.1 Warilla, No. 2 Corrimal, No. 3 Windang, No. 4 Bellambi.

No. 1 Pennant winners at Illawarra District level (l to r): E. West, P. Orgill, B. Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Donnell, L. Barnett, J. Morgan, V. Turner, M. Murphy, J. Taylor (Warilla).

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No. 2 Pennant winners at Illawarra District level (l to r): L. Beattie, B. Clark, E. Critcher, L. Neilson, P. Purdie, R. Buhagiar, H. Service, T. Clarke (Corrimal).

No. 3 Pennant winners at Illawarra District level (l to r): G. Hopper, V. Forbes, V. Smith, A. Murray, B. Alabah, D. Driscoll, R. Bagnall, M. Sharp (Windang).

No. 4 Pennant winners at Illawarra District level (l to r): G. Walsh, L. Felgate, A. Cross, B. Cairney, J. Ramsey, I. Fenton, E. Rowe, M. Noonan (Bellambi).

MACLEAY Results at District level: Open Fours: D. Mobbs, J. Flanagan, S. Maitland, J. McEnally (South West Rocks).

Open Fours winners at Macleay District level (l to r): D. Mobbs, J. Flanagan, S. Maitland, J. McEnally (South West Rocks).

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Senior Fours winners at Macleay District level (l to r): D. Verrall, Y. Carter, A. Fletcher, M. Dummett (South West Rocks).

Senior Fours: D. Verrall, Y. Carter, A. Fletcher, M. Dummett (South West Rocks).

Pennants: No. 1, 2 South West Rocks, No. 3 Kempsey Heights, No. 4 (Smithtown RSL).

No. 3 Pennant winners at Macleay District level (l to r): back row – J. Lovenfosse, S. Rudder, A. Fisher, L. Saul; front row – E. Swain, C. Melody, F. Dykes, W. Fittock (Kempsey Heights).

No. 4 Pennant winners at Macleay District level (l to r): Y. Millard, R. Brown, M. Clark, N. Harvey, S. Fowler, R. Germon, B. Ryan, R. Avery (Smithtown RSL).

No. 1 Pennant winners at Macleay District level (l to r): back row – R. Daley, L. Cohen, M. Fleming, J. Hargraves; front row – B. Adams, J. Flanagan, C. Patterson, S. Maitland (South West Rocks).

MACQUARIE Results at District level: Pennants: No. 1 Denistone, No. 2 Ryde XPhoenix, No. 3 Carlingford, No. 4 Rydalmere Central.

No. 1 Pennant winners at Macquarie District level (l to r): M. Stucliffe, E. Whatmore, M. Sugula, J. Elliot, J. Halvorsen, B. Hammond, M. Horne, B. Peddell (Denistone).

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No. 2 Pennant winners at Macleay District level (l to r): back row – M. Dummett, Y. Carter, L. Simpson; front row – J. Barnett, A. Fletcher, J. Kesby, W. Sainsbury (Inset C. Ellem) (South West Rocks).

No. 2 Pennant winners at Macquarie District level (l to r): F. Domanko, M. Caldwell, R. Isaacs, H. Tumminello, J. Vinton, B. Smith, K. Staunton, I. Piasevoli (Ryde XPhoenix).

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District Association News Singles winner at Manly Warringah District level: T. Overy (Avalon Beach).

No. 1 Pennant winners at Manly Warringah District level (l to r): L. Belling, G. Dessaix, J. Newell, C. Gordon (s), M. Sato, S. Laidlaw, R. Constable, R. Kennedy (s) (Harbord).

No. 3 Pennant winners at Macquarie District level (l to r): J. Turner (s), J. Lang, K. Uren, F. Monk, I. Harwin, M. Ryan, L. Willis, J. Ohk (s) (Carlingford).

No. 4 Pennant winners at Macquarie District level (l to r): T. Lindsay, C. Ghest, J. Lonergan, N. McLeod, D. Dennis, P. Ryan, S. McWhirter, J. Thelander (Rydalmere Central).

Macquarie District held Veteransâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Day at Rosehill Bowling club. After a very delightful morning tea, eight ladies were presented with Super and Star Veteran badges by District President Edna Arnold.

These Veterans all being a young 80 years of age still love playing the game of bowls and are very keen. Those amazing Star Veterans who are still members of their club, also enjoy a short game and everyone enjoyed the friendly morning tea.

No. 2 Pennant winners at Manly Warringah Districtlevel (l to r): S. Ewins, J. Crothers, R. Fenton, C. Turner (s), J. Johns, B. Harlovich, N. Crawshay, R. Morron (s) (Dee Why).

No. 3 Pennant winners at Manly Warringah District level (l to r): S. Marshall (s), E. Campbell, H. Kenny, S. Slobin, J. Welsh (s), R. Courtney, B. Andrews, J. Adrian (Dee Why).

Macquarie District (l to r): Super Veterans J. Hartley, P. Dunlop, Star Veterans J. Cameron, E. Richardson, District President Edna Arnold, Star Veterans I. Kirby, E. Mitchell, E. Smeal (inset Star Veteran E. Howieson).

MANLY WARRINGAH Results at District level: Singles: T. Overy (Avalon Beach).

Pennants: No. 1 Harbord, No. 2, 3 Dee Why, No. 4 Balgowlah Heights.

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No. 4 Pennant winners at Manly Warringah District level (l to r): S. Goldberg, H. Gulliford, M. Dunai (s), J. Hull, P. Reese, P. Fizell, M. Burrell (s) (Balgowlah Heights).

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MID NORTH COAST Results at District level: Singles: D. Peake (Park Beach), runner-up J. Brown (Park Beach).

Pairs: C. Dodds, J. Monks (Park Beach).

Pennants: No. 1 Woolgoolga.

No. 1 Pennant winners at Mid West District level (l to r): M. Taylor, G. Elliot, L. Lawson, A. McMillan, A. Jeffery, P. Kilfoyle, R. Reynolds, M. Knaggs (Dubbo City).

Singles winner at Mid North Coast District level: D. Peake (Park Beach).

Pairs winners at Mid North Coast District level: C. Dodds, J. Monks (Park Beach).

No. 2 Pennant winners at Mid West District level: back row: – J. Cassidy, K. Ashby, D. Morrow, B. Agnew.; front row – J. Madden, D. Foyster, S. Rae, S. Clark (West Dubbo).

No. 1 Pennant winners at Mid North Coast District level (l to r): J. Womersley, J. Hampstead, M. Short, M. Carruthers, E. Nielsen, W. Bracher, J. Hankins (Inset J. Slater) (Woolgoolga).

No. 3 Pennant winners at Mid West District level (l to r): H. Purcell, S. Honeyman, R. Shanks, P. Hardwick, H. Brook, Y. Foxall, H. Davis (Dubbo R’wy).

MID WEST Results at District level: Singles: A. McMillan (Dubbo City).

Pennants: No. 1 Dubbo City, No. 2 West Dubbo, No. 3 Dubbo Railway, No. 4 Nyngan.

Major Singles winner at Mid West District level: A McMillan (Dubbo City).

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2013 OPEN MIXED FOURS CARNIVAL

ENTRY FORM Monday 28th October – Friday 1st November 2013 HOST CLUB: Merimbula Bowling Club (Far South Coast) OTHER VENUES: Tathra Bowling Club, Tura Beach Bowling Club, Narooma Bowling Club ENTRY FEE: $100 per Team (Morning Tea and Lunch $15 per person per day to be paid for at venue Clubs).

ENTRIES CLOSE: 30th August, 2013 (or when filled). Team Entry Fee must be send in with entry on correct form, signed by the Skip.

Composite teams are allowed, but must be entered from the Skips Club, eg. B. Black – Loftus (Composite).

Team make-up: 2 male and 2 female Lead & 2nd – Male/Female (position optional) 3rd & skip – Male/Female (position optional) Prior to the start of the first match, teams may be reformed (in accordance with the conditions above), provided at least one (1) of the original team remains, as per Conditions of Play available on event page.

PROGRAM: 28th - 30th October (Monday - Wednesday).

Play commences 9.30am (1 trial end AM & PM – No Dead Ends Jack Respotted on “T”).

2 games of 18 ends each day.

At completion, Section winners will play off in an Open Draw on the knock-out principle.

31st October & 1st November (Thursday & Friday).

Open Draw as Carnival Program Book. Section Winners and Daily Section Winners will be the teams having the greatest number of winning matches. If two or more teams have an equal number of wins, the winning team shall be determined by, firstly, the highest aggregate margin, secondly the greatest number of winning ends, or thirdly, shots.

Trophies to be presented to Section Winners All matches are to be played under the Laws of the Sport of Bowls and Conditions of Play (on both Association websites) DRESS REQUIREMENTS: Composite teams may wear their respective Club uniforms or white/cream

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Rosemary O’Brien

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short-sleeved bowls dress might not pass a measurement test. Fortunately, we lost that particular final, so there was no scary measure produced ...... which measurement, I was quite sure, I’d have failed miserably.

During that decade of my life I also found myself participating in several TV quiz shows, and won quite a stash of money and prizes, which also meant I was spending any spare time I had in studying up trivia, entertainment facts and general knowledge, in an attempt to offset the growing financial demands of a young family.

My greatest thrill came in 1982 when I was selected as lead in the Triples team for the Brisbane Commonwealth Games. It was the first time that a women’s team had been allowed representation in a Games, and the warm-up matches were played in Fiji and we travelled extensively around Queensland in efforts to drum up support for lawn bowls.

There had been a very strict selection procedure, and we had needed to be up in Brisbane for a week, playing practise matches both in the day and sometimes at night, and the selection panel would sit behind all our rinks and mark off the worth of the particular bowl we had just played.

I did not have very high expectations of selection at all, especially when faced with the opposition of the 3 or 4 best players from every State in these lead-up games, and them only needing 3 players for the Australian team. It was a hard slog during the trials and then we had a dinner at which the team was announced. I was not paying the attention I should have been, when I heard in the distance, “Rosemary O’Brien from the Picnic Point Club.”

Feather-knocking down was the order of the day, be assured.

Our team performed quite well, winning 11 matches out of 14, and with Zimbabwe being the clear winner, Australia, England and Scotland ended up in a tie of matches won for the silver and bronze medals. Guess which team missed out by .00000 of a point – yep, Australia. However, the overall experience was unique, and entailed a ride around the arena during the closing www.womensbowlsnsw.org

ceremony on the footboard of the Royal car, at which time the Queen and Philip asked us would we like another ride around the block, and, of course, yours truly said “Yes please”, with gusto. We were also part of the ticker-tape parade around Brisbane streets, and it was one of the few times I was ever asked for my autograph. The wonderful Robert de Castella, Tracy Wickham and Raelene Boyle were part of the Games contingent, and it was a great experience to chat with them.

Things settled down again at Picnic Point after my Commonwealth Games adventure, but the club was going into a bit of a decline, player-wise. Many of our top players had left or were leaving, and I agonised for around four years, before finally succumbing to an offer to join the strong (and soon to be much, much stronger) Cabramatta club. I did not time my Cabramatta arrival all that well as the same week that I arrived, the very brilliant player, Dorothy Roche (Australia’s best ever at that stage), had decided to abruptly leave the Merrylands club and join Cabramatta, so my arrival, after my years of being torn, barely caused a stir. I had a very successful time at Cabramatta club, winning four club singles, and also managing to annexe another grand slam of club championships, as well as winning a District Singles, back-to-back District Pairs championships, and a couple of district Fours events. I made a lot of friends at Cabramatta, and managed to be, once again, at the centre of any fun-making activities.

Around five years ago, I was asked to join the strong Merrylands club, which had been trying valiantly to win yet another No. 1 pennant. There had been a few minor hiccups at Cabramatta, I was feeling a bit jaundiced with bowls in general, and thought a move to Merrylands might re-vitalise me, so I agreed to join. It was the first year that the New Zealand players were asked to play pennants for the club, and I played second for the brilliant, Jo Edwards. In the final analysis, yes, we did win the State No. 1 pennant flag that year, but, whether it is ultimately a good thing, overall, or not, it did seem to lead to the arrival at all these strong local clubs of some of the most brilliant players from interstate to help in the ever-ongoing

quest for the holy grail of bowls, a No. 1 State Pennant flag.

My bowls ride has been, what I did not ever contemplate it could possibly be, when first I rolled down a bowl at Picnic Point. It has been a huge part of my own and my family’s lives, and it has provided me with much fulfilment and joy.

Only yesterday I received an invitation from the Bankstown City Council to attend a luncheon on the 3rd March, at which time I will be inducted into the brand new Bankstown Sporting Hall of Fame, alongside such luminaries as the Waugh brothers, the Konrad twins, swimmer Sandra Morgan, Len Pascoe, and many other greats of sport. So, it appears, bowls remains a huge part of my ongoing life.

As far as the City of Bankstown Sporting Hall of Fame luncheon, it was a huge success, with over 250 people attending, many sports stars, some politicians and other luminaries. Fine wine and beautiful food was the order of the afternoon and no expense had been spared.

The new building is a two storey one within the grounds of the Memorial Cricket Ground at Bankstown and is now open to the public, with photos of all the inductees gracing its walls. I was honoured to have been one of only eight chosen photographs on the back of the official menu/presentation pamphlet for the luncheon.

I suddenly felt uplifted by the Hall of Fame event and justified by my recollected decision to dedicate a large portion of my life to the game.

To be included in such a rare gathering of sporting talent, gave me back a much needed serving of selfconfidence and I realised once again that on that Saturday morning, long, long ago, when I first rolled a bowl down a beautifully inviting piece of turf and found myself hooked, I had not made a wrong decision.

Congratulations Rosemary on being inducted into the Bankstown Hall of Fame. These nominations are only given to well deserved and highly awarded sports people in the Council area. There is no doubt you have earned your place in the Hall of Fame and thank you for allowing us to share your life experiences with us.

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L. Armstrong 9955 2541

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Urunga J. Dew Mixed Bowls 6655 6846 Newcastle District (Various Clubs) Grand Carnival E. Taylor 4950 0159 Sylvania K. McGregor Spring Carnival 9531 8035 The Entrance L. Barter Springtime Triples 4333 1546 Newcastle District (Various Clubs) Grand Carnival E. Taylor 4950 0159 The Entrance L. Barter Springtime Triples 4333 1546 Warringah J. Mountain Warringah Trophy 9953 1561 Newcastle District (Various Clubs) Grand Carnival E. Taylor 4950 0159 West Dubbo A. Brown Oasis Classic Fours 6884 3000 Lake Cathie N. Scott 6584 4904 3 Bowls Pairs – Spring Carnival Sutherland R. Young Charity Day 9521 4662 Albion Park M. Duley Ruth Williams Tournament 0409 562 207 Ladies 3 Bowls Triples Lismore Workers Heights E. Swain Fiesta Fours 6625 2459 Woy Woy L. Pointing Waterview Carnival 4341 8323 Maclean L. McKay Springtime Triples 6647 6690 Malua Bay M. Mulcahy Open Pairs 4472 2121 Birrong Sports M. Bodle 9644 6102 Lynn Smith O/60’s Ladies Pairs Classic Beecroft L. Thornewell Under 5’s Gala Triples 0424 291 549 Brush Park B. Dewhirst Jacobs Creek Mixed Triples 9871 6943 Callala Bay RSL L. Role Maltese Bowlers 9726 0782 North Ryde RSL Gala Day Lake Macquarie District Festival of Bowls North Ryde RSL Triples St Georges Basin Tooheys Open Triples

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A. Richardson 9419 8143 P. Hulbert 4950 6662 C. Renwick 9878 1295 L. Clarke 4443 2103

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Taren Point I. Deuschle Charity Day Open 4’s 9528 2113 Yamba W. Ballantyne Blue Pacific Fours 6646 3437 Pt Macquarie Panthers T. Merchant Open Three Bowl Pairs 6583 8496 Bowral M. Scriven Time Open Fours Tournament 4861 7850

Oct 20

Brush Park Jacobs Creek Mixed Triples

B. Dewhirst 9871 6943

Oct 21

Oak Flats Charity Day

L. Wilke 4257 6875

Oct 21 -22 Oct 27

M. Giacomin 9790 0176 J. Thornton 9531 0950 B. Green 9971 7627 J. Wisby 0402 141 472 H. MacKenzie 6972 0420 K. Gooch 0417 077 501 B. Shotland 0414 621 261 L. Phoenix 4229 1657

Oct 27

Nambucca Heads Charity Triples Carnival Cronulla 75th Birthday Carnival Gymea Bowl & Dine North Haven Stocklands Carnival

Bankstown Sports Open Triples Cronulla 75th Birthday Carnival Newport Beach Northern Beaches Shield Western Suburbs Magpie Pairs West Wyalong Triples Carnival Gymea Bowl & Dine Double Bay Invitation Triples Figtree RSL Major/Minor Pairs

Oct 28

L. Hartman 6568 3347 J. Thornton 9531 0950 K. Gooch 0417 077 501 E. Pender 6559 9150 M. Screen 8021 3538

Oct 28 -30

Mosman Master Pairs

Oct 28 -29 Nov 2

Woolgoolga Gem Carnival Taren Point Travelex 2 Bowl Triples

Nov 5

Port City Melbourne Cup Day

L. Kaufmann 0439 245 006 I. Deushle 9528 2113 C. Bowman 6584 9229

Nov 8, 9 Holbrook 10 Master Pairs Tournament Nov 10 Rosehill Maltese Bowlers

J. Cookson 6036 3224 L. Role 9726 0782 R. Courtney 9982 6087

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Mosman Top 5 Shield

M. Screen 8021 3538

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Sept 23

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L. Wilke 4257 6875

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Brush Park B. Dewhirst Jacobs Creek Mixed Triples 9871 6943 Windang K. Taylor Versatility Fours 4295 1039 Pt Macquarie City C. Bowman Gala Day 6584 9229 North Haven Secretary Out of Hat Triples 6559 8259 Mount Lewis M. Corner Ladies Open Triples 9709 5928 Gymea K. Gooch Bowl & Dine 0417 077 501 Port Macquarie City C. Bowman Encouragement Day 6584 9229

Sept 28 Marrickville G. Barnes Margaret Osborne Remembrance Fours 9799 1052 Sept 30 The Hills District W. Byers Open Fours Carnival 9634 1664 Oct 5-7 Cowra L. Burns Master’s Pairs 6342 2957 Oct 8 Northern Rivers B. Conroy -10 56th Annual Fours 6624 1792 Oct 9 Hazelbrook P. Mitchell Open Fours 0407 660 488 Oct 12 North Haven S. Globits -19 Riverview Carnival 6559 8259 Oct 13 Rosehill L. Role Maltese Bowlers AGM 9726 0782 Oct 15 Blacktown City T. Hornby Mixed Triples Carnival 0407 435 467

Nov 19 -20 Nov 20 Nov 22 Nov 23 Nov 24 Nov 26 Nov 28

Sawtell Major/Minor Pairs Carnival Dec 2 Albion Park M. Duley 0409 562 207 Christmas in the Park – Ladies 3 Bowl Triples

Oct 17 Inverell N. McIntyre 6722 1564 Sapphire City Carnival – Open Women’s Triples

Dec 2

Oct 18 Inverell N. McIntyre 6722 1564 Sapphire City Carnival – Triples or Mixed Triples

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N. Williams 6351 4056 R. Vade 9913 9189

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In Memoriam Cronulla WBC lost their esteemed member and Patron Mrs Joan Smee, who passed away on April 25, 2013.

Joan moved from Blayney NSW and settling in Cronulla joined the Ladies Bowling Club in 1973.

During the forty years of continued Club membership Joan accepted many committee positions which included Club Welfare Officer, Match & Selection Committee, Vice President then President in 1988-90 which coincided with the Club's 50th Anniversary Celebrations and in 2012 was elected Club Patron.

In 1986 the Sutherland Shire District Women’s Bowling Association was formed and Joan became a member of the inaugural committee.

A prominent bowler her achievements included a member of winning teams of Club Pairs, Triples, runner-up in Fours Championships. She also participated in District Pennant Teams.

Joan will be remembered for her performances in the club's Annual Christmas Concerts and Fashion Parades when she would enjoy modelling the latest fashions.

With husband Reg they were active members of the club's Mixed Travelling Bowlers and attended together many of the club's bowling days including visitations to Orange City.

Owing to ill health Joan was unable to play bowls for many months. During this time she was supported by her family who along with her bowling friends kept in contact with phone calls, sent cards and visited her in hospital.

Joan will be remembered for her courage with her health issues over past months and will be sadly missed by all who knew her.

Club members formed a guard of honour at her funeral.

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Dural Country Club members were saddened to hear that their former President and Patron Lorna Stanger had passed away at the age of 90.

A lifelong sport lover, Lorna joined 54

Dural in 1990 where she soon became proficient in her new sport. Lorna won numerous club events and was part of the first team to win a pennant flag for Dural. Lorna soon became a coach and many members thank Lorna for her encouragement with both their bowls and in making other contributions to the club.

An excellent cook and needlewoman, the Dural sales tables always featured some of Lorna’s beautiful handcrafts and cooking.

When she retired from bowls she quickly adapted to snooker which she continued playing regularly until a few weeks before her death. A very humble and gentle lady, Lorna had a wicked sense of humour and love of life which she retained to the end as shown in this 90th birthday photo.

Friends often heard her say, “I’m a very lucky old lady.”

Dural and her friends were indeed the lucky ones.

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Gloucester members were saddened at the loss of their Life Member Kathleen Broadbent on June 4, 2013.

Kath joined the club in 1976 winning the Championship Fours and Pairs in 1982. She was Treasurer for 19 years.

Kath enjoyed her bowls up until illhealth prevented her from playing but still came down to enjoy a cuppa and a chat with the ladies. The lady bowlers formed a guard of honour at the service.

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Grenfell and South Western District were shocked and saddened by the sudden passing of Dawn Anderson on April 8, 2013.

Dawn was a staunch and loved member of her club and district for 28 years. At the time of her passing, she was Club President for her third time.

Dawn was a past District President and a current Vice President. She was an NSWWBA • BOWLS MATTERS

exceptional bowler; winning club singles seven times, district singles and many championships and pennants. A hard worker and strong supporter, she is sorely missed.

Local and district bowlers and local men bowlers formed a guard of honour at her funeral.

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Harbord member Helen Glen Lapsley known as Glenda to all her many bowling friends passed away March 28 2013, two weeks before her 90th birthday.

Glenda started bowling in October 1989 with Harbord Bowling Club and held the position of Treasurer from 1998 to 2006.

Glenda was always available on club days to lend a helping hand. For many years Glenda was a member of the Pennants sides and was part of the 1993 Grade 4 winning side and 1995 Grade 3 winning side.

A successful Club member Glenda won Championship Triples in 1995, Championship fours in 1997, 2000, and Major/Minor Club Pairs in 2011.

Glenda had a great sense of loyalty to the club and her humour gave us all a lift on many occasions. She will be remembered by all.

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Harden District members and friends were saddened by the passing of Betty Fisher after a long illness on February 22, 2013, aged 85 years.

Betty loved her bowls. Although not playing over the past few years due to ill health, she enjoyed helping sell raffle tickets on President’ s Days and catching up with old friends and welcoming new ones.

Betty joined Harden club in 1971; she was Club President for 3 terms, and

Vice President of South Western District in 1987.

Betty won numerous Club and District championships and Club Mixed Pairs twice. Her proudest win was being in the No 4 Pennant team in 1975.

Betty will be remembered for her smile and happy personality by all who knew her.

At her funeral a Guard of Honour was formed by her bowling friends. Betty will be greatly missed.

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Harden District Women’s Bowling Club was saddened by the sudden passing of Life Member Theresa Peet aged 92 years on April 13, 2013.

Theresa joined the club in 1973 and held a number of positions over 40 years. Theresa was Secretary for 16 years, Publicity Officer for 18 years and delegate for five years.

Over the years Theresa was a member of our Pennant sides and a member of the winning Kelly Rose Bowl team in 1989 and 2010.

Theresa always helped new bowlers with her knowledge of the game and will be remembered for her sportsmanship and respect for her fellow bowlers.

Members of Harden club and South West district clubs formed a Guard of Honour at her funeral and we will miss a great lady.

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Kingswood members were saddened by the passing of one of their Patrons and Life Member, Patricia Ryan on May 18, 2013 at the age of 94 years, just two weeks short of her 95th birthday.

Pat, as she was affectionately known and her husband Frank started playing bowls at Kingswood in 1979.

She was a keen competitor and a competent bowler winning a number of Club Championships. She was in the team that won the inaugural Nepean Plate in www.womensbowlsnsw.org

2002 and in other teams that won Pennant flags for Kingswood. She served on Committee for a number of years and with her calm personality quietly went about doing things she could see needed to be done. It was always a pleasure to sit and listen to Pat talk about the early days of bowling and how things were done then.

Pat will be sadly missed by her family and bowling friends.

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Maitland Park members are mourning the loss of fellow member, Joyce Brooks who passed away suddenly June 7, 2013 Joyce joined the club 36 years ago and was bowls coordinator for the past 30 years. She was also a Life Member, a very generous lady, Joyce was always ready to lend a hand to one and all. She was a tireless worker for “The Park” who loved her bowls.

We will miss her greatly.

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Urunga WBC members were deeply saddened by the passing of Joan Partridge on May 31, 2013.

Joan was a gentle, kind and resilient lady who had emigrated from Wales some years ago and settled in Urunga where she took up lawn bowls and became a valued member of the Social Committee on which she served for many years.

Sadly ill health prevented her from actively continuing to play bowls but this did not deter her from attending the club on women’s bowling days and always there to fulfil commitments as a valued backstop for Chairperson of the Social Committee and dear friend, Noela McCabe. She had a wry sense of humour and was greatly loved by all her bowling friends.

On June 7 Joan’s bowling friends farewelled her in a moving service where they learnt much more about this quiet achiever who will be sorely missed.

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Wangi Ladies Bowling Club lost a part of its history with the passing of Alice Wyborn. Alice was the first member of the Wangi Ladies Bowling Club, joining on December 8, 1957 with a membership lasting 56 years.

Alice was a Foundation Member, Patron, and Life Member and during her time at the club served as President and Games Secretary and was always involved in club activities. Alice had many achievements on the bowling green included winning the Major Singles, Pairs, Triples and was a member of the team that won the Pennant Flag – Grade 4 for the club in 1996.

Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and many friends.

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It is with great sadness that we report the passing of Wingham’s beloved life member Lorna Budden on April 23 2013, aged 84 years.

Lorna’s bowling achievements were numerous having won the Major Singles 6 times. In 1999 she achieved what was believed a club record at the time, with a total of 6 championships in one year.

Lorna was named runner up District Player of the year. Winning the District Triples in 2000, 3 Pennant flags, she loved playing championship pairs with daughter Narelle, which they won and were runners up on many occasions.

Numerous championships of triples and fours were also won.

Lorna was an accredited national coach, a tireless worker and supporter for the club, showing kindness, friendship, never too proud to play with new bowlers – such was her generosity for the love of bowls.

Lorna loved family, friends, life and bowls and will be sadly missed and long remembered by those who were fortunate to have known her.

JULY-AUGUST 2013

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