Kandanga Country Club Men’s Invitation Fours

The annual Men’s Invitation Fours at the Kandanga Country Club on the third weekend in November is a popular event, with players coming from many other clubs to participate in a great weekend of bowls in this very picturesque setting. Some of the players take advantage of being able to bring their caravans to camp at the club for the weekend.

After a weekend of fierce competition, the winners were Graeme Kath, Shane Rideout, Brian Havell and Damien Rideout. Runners-up were Steve Kefer, Doug Bomwell, Kerry Mitchell and Dave French and third place went to Magic Johnson, Alan Jones, Tony Williams and Mike Roy.

This event is always a weekend of superb men’s bowls, camaraderie and wonderful hospitality provided by Julie, Garry and the team at the Kandanga Country Club. We sincerely thank the sponsors and look forward to hosting the event again next year.

Rocky’s Jack turns 95!

Rockhampton Bowls Club’s oldest member, Jack Robinson, celebrated his 95th birthday in November last year. Jack joined the club in November 2003 and not only does he continue to play bowls, but he also still puts them on, or very close to, the kitty. He still plays his famous on-shot to take out the opposition’s bowl.

Jack joined the Rockhampton Bowls Club from Diggers Bowls Club where he had been a member since 1997. He has often spoken about how he learned to play bowls and how he often stopped off for a practice on the way home from golf. During his time at the club, Jack has served as one of the organisers of Saturday afternoon bowls and as a selector. May you continue to enjoy your bowls, Jack!