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Issue 02

06 QLD vs NSW

10 Coolum girls shave for a cure

Mixed results for Maroons in Cabramatta test series. Men triumph over Blues, but women edged out in grand slam.

Razor sharp cougars ready for the chop! Popular Coolum Beach foursome to shave for a cure.

07 BQ’s new CEO

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Bowls Queensland’s new CEO Warren Birks commits to the long-term viability of the sport

Aspley bowler Doug Weller has never been busier since he retired six years ago and took up the art of orchid growing.

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Greenslopes Geckos knock on door of Top 5 in Premier League and A-Grade.

In Part 2 of Queensland Bowler’s Grants Series we look at outback districts tapping into government and council grants.

Editorial and photos: Naomi Cescotto, Christine Robertson, John Reynolds.

COVER: Aspley bowler and champion orchid grower Doug Weller. Photos by Stu Taylor Published by: Bowls Queensland

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New look QLD team beats the Blues Queensland struck a body blow to its greatest rival in the recent interstate test series at Cabramatta, winning the three test series by just two shots, taking the Wal Currey Shield and ending three years of domination by New South Wales.

The Maroons refused to let the Blues home advantage become a factor, instead choosing to focus hard on victory.

Nine-time QLD V NSW test series veteran Sean Baker(Hamilton) said the away side was under no illusions about the tough match ahead.

“It is always a struggle when you play New South Wales,” Baker said.

“We have a pretty good record against them in other interstate matches, but they have recently managed to get the better of us when it comes to the interstate test series.”

He said his team’s confidence grew significantly when they arrived at Cabramatta and found NSW had unexpectedly made line-up changes.

“I think the fact they made late changes means we rattled them a bit,” Baker said.

It was not only teammate Kurt Brown’s (Club Kawana) first QLD V NSW test, it was also the first time he had played an interstate game in the skip’s position.

His team included test rookies Steve McNamee (West Toowoomba) at lead and Jay Cross (Salisbury) at third.

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“When we went out for the first game, I think you could smell our nerves in the air,” Brown said.

“And I think those nerves held us back in the first test, losing to New South Wales 13-26.”

However Brown and his team regrouped and went on to win their next two encounters 21-12 and 20-14, first against skip Aron Sherriff and finally against skip Wayne Turley.

“They were pretty good scalps to take!” Brown said proudly.

Brown said the Queensland side, made up of a mix of very experienced players and rookies, was one of the best he had been a part of.

And they had a determination to succeed that the Blues simply could not overcome.

“We wanted to win so bad, we could taste it,” Brown said.

At the start of play, many spectators believed the Blues had the test in the bag, especially when NSW took the first test by nine shots, 64-55, no doubt believing they had set themselves up for yet another series victory.

But Queensland proved tougher, winning the next two tests 67-59 and 64-61, for a two-shot series win.

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Greatest rival takes THE ASHES The Queensland women’s test term went to Cabramatta confident of a second consecutive interstate test victory.

Last year’s Ashes win by the Maroons ended a four year domination by New South Wales women.

However NSW showed a fierce determination to get back on top, taking a clean sweep across all three tests.

First-time test player for Queensland Melissa Larcombe (Broadbeach) said the outcome was more disappointing because each game was closer than the scores reflected.

“We are a very compatible, cohesive team and we really believed we had the calibre to defeat New South Wales at home,” Larcombe said., “We played very competitive games but unfortunately we had a couple of loose ends along the way and a few mistakes are enough to bring you down when you’re playing against a top team like New South Wales.

“We were playing at 98 per cent when we needed to be at 100 per cent to beat them.”

BOWLS QUEENSLAND : MEET THE NEW CEO Bowls Queensland’s new CEO Warren Birks has an extensive corporate management background, including 28 years with BHP Steel. More recently, he worked in welfare and education with the Brisbane Broncos rugby league. He is a passionate Queenslander, a bowler, and a lover of sports in general. Warren took up his position with BQ on February 15.

By the time you read this, my first column for Queensland Bowler magazine as BQ’s new CEO, I will have been in the role about three weeks.

I am very excited to join Bowls Queensland for a number of reasons.

Larcombe said she was “thrilled” to be selected and believed Queensland’s talent matched that of their southern rivals.

“We just have to work on our mistakes and come back even better next year,” she said.

The final test scores saw NSW women defeat the Maroons 60-51, 64-58 and 70-49.

Photos: Top left, Queensland men, back row from left, Sam White, Kurt Brown (s), Brett Wilkie (s), Steve McNamee, Braidan Leese, team manager and QLD selector Greg Bostock, state coach Bill Cornehls, front row, Sean Ingham, Mark Thatcher, Sean Baker, Nathan Rice (s), Mark Casey, Robbie Wild, Jay Cross. Top right, Lynsey Clarke and Bolivia Millerick; below, Players of the Series Julie Keegan and Kurt Brown.

Queensland’s women’s team, back row from left, Julie Keegan (s), Louise Witton, Pam Rowe (s), Melissa Larcombe, Kristy Thatcher, Natasha Jones, Lynsey Clarke (s), Sue Brady, front, Emma Brown, Bolivia Millerick, Wendy Wilson, Samantha Wilson.

Firstly, my memories of lawn bowls go back to the 1960s when my father was a member of Maroochydore Swan Bowling Club.

Finally, I am passionate about the game of bowls and the well-rounded experience it offers to all participants.

Bowlers of all ages and abilities acquire and improve skills, in a competitive environment.

We get out from behind a screen and enjoy the outdoors, meet friends and develop lifelong friendships, and improve fitness.

I have many fond memories of watching my father bowl, winning a few competitions, and making lifelong mates over an ale.

The club was about more than just bowls for my father and many others of his generation.

Dad would often attend the traditional Saturday night dance, taking along myself and some or all of my seven siblings.

As a member of BQ, we belong and contribute to something bigger than ourselves, the Queensland bowls community.

And most importantly of all, we have fun!

These were great times for our family and the local bowls community.

I was sad to see the recent demise of the club and in my new role, I will take a close interest in planning for the long term survival not only of our historic clubs but the sport as a whole in Queensland.

Secondly, I believe my experience as a corporate general manager has equipped me to effectively and efficiently conduct the business of BQ. My commitment to you is to seek to understand how I can use my skills to greatest effect, and then work very hard to meet and exceed expectations.

It is my goal to make dealing with BQ simple and pleasant, the opposite of onerous or painful.

In this role, I have the privilege to “spread the word”, to promote the game, and to drive growth in interest and participation.

This may mean being more creative in how we market and deliver the game.

All participants have some responsibility in this regard.

Strategies for growth, consolidation and improvement of our sport in Queensland are always welcome.

I look forward to meeting many of you in the coming months.

A process of streamlining BQ operations started last year and there will be plenty more to do in 2016.

Warren’s team for 2016 is Stu Taylor (Finance), Bill Cornehls (High Performance & Events), Roxanne Bell and Cath Crowe (Operations and Administration), Naomi Cescotto (Queensland Bowler magazine).

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But despite the fun atmosphere, there was an undercurrent of a fierce rivalry between the teams of Greenslopes and Capalaba.

According to some players, there has been a long competitive streak between the two clubs.

Faced with impending rain, strong winds and a less than perfect green on the day, conditions were tough, but at times, it seemed more like a social game, with the reverberating music and laughter.

Jamie Anderson calls it for Capalaba Comets

Capalaba teammates Paul Smith and Kel Brasher were enjoying the atmosphere, saying it was one of the things they loved about playing PLQ. “I like the music, although some of it I personally wouldn’t choose to listen to, but I love that it’s loud enough to hear on the greens, usually it’s not,” Paul Smith said.

Having only played bowls for two years and Premier League for one, Kel Brasher said he really didn’t know anything different.

But for 78-year-old Greenslopes player Mal Alagisch, it’s certainly different from the old days.

Mal said some people might not approve of the party atmosphere encour-

aged in Premier League but it’s alright by him.

“I’ve been playing Premier League for years, that’s the great thing about it, it’s different from regular bowls, and I like that.”

The bowls veteran said you would be “hard pressed to find another player older” than him in the competition, which boasts mixed teams.

Being able to play with her husband is one of the things about Greenslopes bowler Kathy Masters loves about Premier League.

“I really love the atmosphere of Premier League, plus you get to play against the best bowlers in Queensland, and it’s mixed,” Kathy Masters said.

WHO’S ON TOP? At the end of Round 8, with only three games to go, it’s tight at the top of PLQ, with only 5 teams to go through to finals weekend (March 19-20).

On 12 points, South Tweed Sharks, Helensvale Hawks, Broadbeach Bulls; on 10, Hamilton Power, Capalaba Comets and Greenslopes Geckos.

In A-Grade, the Hawks and Belmont Blaze are on 12 points, and

on 10, the Bulls, Pine Rivers Pirates, Enoggera Eagles, and the Geckos again knocking on the door.

Top skips, Sharks Kelvin Kerkow (8/8 wins), followed by Power’s Michael Brown (7), Hawks Brett Wilkie (6.5), Comet’s Troy Makin (6), Power’s Sean Baker (6) and Bulls Ryan Bester (6).

Top skips A-Grade, two Hawks, Jason Carpenter (6/7 wins) and Steve Piggot (5.5/8)

WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR TOUGHEST GAME IN THE COMPETITION SO FAR?

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“South Tweed, they were all good bowlers and were too good for us on the day.”

“You’d have to rate the game today against Greenslopes as the toughest because of the poor greens.”

“Probably this one, because of the greens.”

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COOLUM GIRLS SHAVE FOR A CURE RAZOR SHARP COUGARS READY FOR THE CHOP

Coolum have four cougars playing in their women’s gold Super Challenge team who are not just razor sharp on the greens.

The four players, Liza Burgess, Louise Witten, Brenda Balchin and Marilyn Clayton (pictured above) are all participating in World’s Greatest Shave following their March 5, Super Challenge Game.

Liza, Louise and Brenda are all getting their hair shaved, while Marilyn will be colouring.

The foursome has a long history of playing bowls together and are using their time in Super Challenge to raise money for this great cause.

Liza said the team named the Crew Cut Cougars hope to raise over $5000.

“Too many of our friends and families have been affected by all types of cancer

and we want to raise awareness and some money at the same time,” Liza said.

“We are hoping we have a win on the day we shave so we have a smile on our face when the hair comes off!”

You can continue to donate to the Crew Cut Cougars and the World’s Greatest Shave up until June 2016.

To make a donation, visit the website www.worldsgreatestshave.com.au and search individual team members Brenda Balchin, Louise Witton or Eliza Burgess.

WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR TOUGHEST GAME IN THE COMPETITION SO FAR?

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“Probably against Caloundra, we had a draw and a loss of eight, they were very good.”

“Possibly the second round against North Toowoomba, the weather conditions weren’t very conducive to bowls, but we struggled on.”

“I haven’t had a hard game yet in the competition, but every single game I play with my husband is tough, he drives me crazy”

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COOLUM BEACH ENJOYING 2016 COMP SEASON Club spirit and teamwork is what Coolum Beach Bowls Club players pride themselves on.

Throughout the years, the club has built up a strong team of players who support each other across various competitions.

Coolum Beach players compete across several competitions including Bowls Super Challenge, BLK Premier Sevens and the Sunshine Coast-based “GR8 Bowls Challenge”, and where possible, club bowls development officer Troy Somerville tries to schedule all the home games on the same day.

While it might seem a challenge, Troy said it was worth it.

“We try to play our home games of Premier Sevens, GR8s and Super Challenge all on the same day,” Troy said.

“We start the Sevens and Eights at 11am, and that way the Super Challenge players can come and watch before they play at 1pm.

“Most of the Super Challenge teams come along early anyway, and have some lunch, and watch and support the other teams.

“By the time the Sevens and Eights have finished, Super Challenge is just heating up, and the Sevens and Eights can catch the back half of those games.”

This has worked well for the club, with Troy attributing it to helping build club spirit and support, and giving players an opportunity to learn and grow.

Coolum Beach has 67 players plus reserves playing competitively across the three competitions, which sometimes takes some juggling.

“Take today, we’ve got 20 rinks, which is pretty significant, and we are pretty happy with how things are going overall.”

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“Take today, we’ve got 20 rinks, which is pretty significant, and we are pretty happy with how things are going overall.”

Pictured (top) :Coolum Beach Super Challenge, Gold Men. Troy Somerville, Ross Ward, Jason Thomas, Shane Burke, Fred Diamond, Greg Dale, Timbo Phillips, Greg Brown, Graham Anderson,

Mark Williams, Peter Carmody, Dave Billington and Wade Mutzelburg.

Above: Coolum beach bowlers Ann Stevens, Greg Stevens, Bev Rutch and Joan Shipston.

BLK SEVENS Competition in the BLK Sevens can be fierce, but the self-proclaimed golden oldies of the “Over 60s” seem to have a more relaxed attitude.

With time for a cuppa or a cold one and sharing a laugh, the players are happy to take it a little easier and spend time enjoying the game.

That’s what Brighton’s Gary Rice loves about the comp.

“I just love playing bowls, especially Sevens, it brings the best out of everyone,” Gary said.

This is the first year Gary has played Sevens and he hopes it won’t be his last.

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“All of them! It’s a competition and you never go into it thinking it’s going to be easy, we are just lucky to be on top of the table so far.”

“I can say every game has its struggles, but I still love to play.”

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JOHN ARMSTRONG Brighton BC BLK Sevens 60+ “It will probably be in a couple of weeks’ time when we play Pine Rivers at Pine Rivers, it’s always tough there.”

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Aspley Memorial bowler Doug Weller has never been busier since he retired six years ago and took up the art of orchid growing.

“I’ve learnt a lot since then and won lots of big prizes, it’s an absorbing and fascinating hobby,” Doug said.

He loves his job as greens director at Aspley and being part of the Northern Suburbs and Aspley Orchid Societies.

In fact, Doug’s “man cave” is full of interesting awards, trophies and ribbons from his time on the bowls green and as an orchid champ.

In just a handful of years, his passion for orchids has exploded into an impressive collection of 3500 plants, his favourites being swamp orchids because of their “huge, spectacular flowers”.

“The highlight in bowls would probably be back in 2000 when I was playing with Wavell Heights and we went through to state final of Division One Pennant, only Kelvin Kerkow’s South Tweed team stopped us,” Doug said.

“We also did well in the Champion of Club Champion triples and fours in the late 1990s.”

Doug, 70, moved to Aspley Memorial in 2002 and his name is still called out often among the winners.

“I’m enjoying playing Bowls Super Challenge at the moment, in Bronze division,” Doug said.

As a former sales and accounts executive, Doug was used to a busy lifestyle, but he didn’t expect to be running out of time in retirement.

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He says the biggest explosion of colour in his orchid houses is in Spring, but he has colour all year around, with two vandacious in flower the day we visited, plus one of his pride and joys, a dendrochilum macranthum (cover photo), which won Champion Species at the Mt Coot-tha Open Show in February 2013.

When Doug’s not bowling or striking a winner in one of his four orchid houses, he’s off at Straddie, beach fishing for whiting and flathead.

For Doug, it’s a pretty fine retirement.

Pics: Some of Doug’s orchids in flower this month. Doug won Champion Exotic Species with a dendrochilium macranthum at Mt Coot-tha Open Show 2013 (pictured in background on cover).

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Proud Day for Brett

Queensland Jackaroo Brett Wilkie was invited

by Cloncurry Shire Council to be their 2016 Australia Day Ambassador.

I travelled to Cloncurry on the Sunday prior to Australia Day. On Monday (Jan 25) I attended the local aboriginal community of Dajarra where council staff and I hosted a BBQ for the locals and many games for the children to play.

I joined in playing games and blowing up helium balloons for their enjoyment.

It was great to see the smiles on their faces and see them enjoying themselves.

I then attended a sportsman’s dinner on the Monday night at the Cloncurry Bowls Club where I was the guest speaker.

Guests included many nonbowling locals, bowlers and the Acting Mayor Jane McMillan (pictured).

On Australia Day I participated in their Citizenship and Awards Ceremony giving a short speech and helping congratulate award winners. A Community BBQ brunch followed and then a barefoot bowls day at Cloncurry Bowls Club later that day.

Club Maroochy marks Australia Day Heavy rain washed out Club Maroochy’s Australia Day Carnival but it didn’t dampen member’s spirits, as they moved indoors for fashion shows and festivities.

They hope for better luck with the weather for their upcoming $2500 Easter Carnival, Open Pairs on March 26 and Mixed Medley on March 27.

The Easter event will be followed by the 54th annual Sunshine Coast Winter Carnival, running from the end of May until mid-July.

President David Shaw said Club Maroochy was looking for another good year, after finishing 2015 on a high at their annual Christmas Carnival, which attracted a record 84 players for the mixed pairs.

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Special invitation to Queensland’s Over-60 bowlers to play in the $250,000 Australian Open at the Gold Coast.

Bowls Australia has listened to feedback from last year’s inaugural AO on the Gold Coast and will introduce more prize money, more venues, and an extra discipline (60+ Men’s and Women’s Pairs) specifically to attract more 60+ entries.

The $250,000 prize money makes the AO the biggest bowls fest of them all, attracting quality bowlers from all over the world, playing such diverse events as U18 Singles, 60+ Pairs, and Bowlers with Disability (BWD) events.

“The Australian Open’s relocation to the Gold Coast last year proved popular for southerners looking to soak up some Queensland sunshine during winter, and Queenslanders were treated to a worldclass event right on our doorstop,” the BA president said.

“There is no arduous state-based qualifying rounds, the event is open to bowlers of any age and ability, and it is extremely exciting to see great club bowlers play off against the best in the sport.

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GRANTS Is your District getting its share?

MANY BQ DISTRICTS ARE CRYING OUT FOR ASSISTANCE WITH TRAINING, DEVELOPMENT AND SCHOOL COURSES, PARTICULARLY IN REGIONAL AND REMOTE COMMUNITIES. IF ONLY BQ HAD A BOTTOMLESS BUCKET!

Of course BQ does set aside money for these important activities, but this month I wanted to acknowledge and celebrate the success story of one of our bowls districts, Maranoa/Warrego.

programmes, for example, coaching, umpiring and school activities.

When it comes to being self-reliant and pro-active and driving its development dollars further, this story might just inspire your district to identify and pursue a government or council grant to fund your own community project.

(See last month’s Bowler (Feb 2016) for a list of available grants and tips to lodge a successful application.)

Most bowlers would be aware government grants are available to INDIVIDUAL CLUBS to improve their infrastructure and host bowls events, with the express requirement that the money is used to boost community participation in sports (and hopefully also win the host bowls club some future members!)

However some DISTRICTS might not be aware there are also opportunities to apply for government and council money for larger scale

The range of grants available can provide up to half the cost of a district’s coaching and schools development programmes.

Grants funding can seriously boost the finances available to districts from the modest BQ Budget allocated for support and training exercises.

The money is there and public servants want to give it to you – if you’re prepared to be thorough with the paperwork and prepared to put in something yourself, whether through finances, hard toil, or both.

Grants money is set aside from our taxes and some of it is perfectly suited to the sort of coaching, umpiring and schools development programmes districts are keen to run.

Why not make sure your district gets a share?

Queensland’s vast distances mean considerable expenses, even for volunteer labour.

BQ funds set aside each year for coaching, umpiring and skills development are quickly eaten up.

If districts become more self-reliant and pro-active in seeking government assistance for coaching and school related activities, it’s a win-win: the government gets to allocate money it has set aside for that express purpose, and the bowls districts money is driven further and their goals achieved.

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GRANTS Rural districts tap government grants MARANOA WARREGO EXPERIENCE One Bowls Queensland district is justifiably proud of notching up a decade of success in winning government grants.

The Maranoa/Warrego District applied for and won its first grant in 2006.

It is justifiably proud of its blossoming coaching and schools programmes, specifically because it has targeted government grants in its budgeting processes.

“We have applied for a lot of grants, and I’d have to say, most have not failed,” Maranoa/Warrego district secretary Lloyd Harth said, a regular in the grants rounds, applying for as many as possible, at least one a year.

“I don’t think I have missed any grant that has been made available for coaching, umpiring or a schools’ program and the grants have been vital to our being able to provide development services to the clubs in our district.”

Lloyd said one of the key reasons the Maranoa/Warrego district initially sought government assistance for its programmes was because of its size and vastness; it was challenging and expensive for officials to travel between populated centres to deliver programmes.

“But I also believe smaller and less vast districts could just as easily seek out and benefit from the financial assistance available,” he said.

Lloyd says the key to a successful grant application is research and being well prepared in advance, as well as a District showing it was willing to match the government’s contribution, or show it could obtain financial or “in kind” support from sponsors in the district.

“You need to be able to tell the government assessors exactly how much money you need, what you are going to use it for, and how much of your own money you are prepared to put in,” Lloyd said.

“And you need to make sure you are applying for the right grant, don’t be afraid to ask for advice about where you should be looking.

“If you need assistance with coaching, umpiring or a schools programs, you should be looking at an educational-type of grant.”

Lloyd believes in the personal approach with government officers.

In the decade since he has been the Surat-based secretary of Maranoa/Warrego District, he has developed a personal relationship with government staff members tasked with application reviews.

It’s a situation he regards as a privilege and a precious asset for a district wanting to get ahead.

“They are there to help and will walk you through your application, baby steps, you only have to ask,” Lloyd said.

“I will often take an application into the government office in Dalby to let the fellow there run his eye over it before I lodge it.

“He will give me some advice and I can make sure I have covered everything I need to cover, to give our district the best chance of a successful application.”

Lloyd said his district so far had not targeted the larger grants of tens or hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Pictured left: Maranoa/Warrego District bowler Kerry Hungerford from Mitchell Bowls Club.

Tips for writing a successful grant application The Queensland Government provides the following basic tips to help organisations write and lodge a successful grant application: »» Read the grant guidelines before you start your application.

Any government funding body has to use a fair and transparent process to assess applications. »» The guidelines set out the process and criteria for assessment.

Follow the process and answer the criteria to make your application more competitive. »» Show the demand, community need and public benefit of your project. »» Government grants consist of public money; remember they need to meet public standards and expectations. »» Give objective evidence that there is public demand for, or benefit from, your project to increase your chance of success.

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»» Be clear about the nature of your project. »» If government assessors can’t form a clear picture of what you plan to achieve, it will reduce your chance of success. »» Have a person not involved in the project read your application before it is submitted and make sure they understand the project. »» Be concise and make your application stand out. »» Avoid acronyms. »» Spell check and grammar check your application. »» Your application will be one of many—if you write it well, you will make assessment easier. »» Demonstrate the outputs, outcomes and impact of your project. Outputs/Outcomes—the statistics like number of shows, tickets sold, people joining your activities etc.

“We opt for funding of about $5000 with each application, from our experience, it seems that amount is more readily available and approved,” Lloyd said.

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The Maranoa/Warrego district over the years has considered all sorts of assistance opportunities offered by federal, state and local governments, but their best success has been with the most common educational grants, coming from the QLD Dept of Recreation, Sport and Arts “Get Playing Plus” funding.

The management committee system is a great example of democracy in action at a grass-roots level, however, it can also be cumbersome when a club is trying to introduce new initiatives needing research, negotiation and financial approvals, for example, constructing new greens, installing solar power, or applying for government grants.

“If other districts are interested, all they need do is look around to see what is on offer and apply for the ones that they think suit best,” Lloyd said.

“And talk to someone if they’re not sure, the government or council grants officers are there to help.

“But you can’t be lazy, you’ve got to meet them more than half way, after all, it is your district’s grant.

“But they will help you by checking it before you submit, to let you know if they spot any glaring omissions.

“And they will let you know if there’s something else they would recommend you to do, or something else to chase up, before submission.”

The Queensland Government, local councils and community groups provide information on how to apply for a grant and regularly host sessions to help people understand the process and make applications.

For more information on Queensland Government sports funding see www.qld.gov.au/recreation/sports/ funding/getinthegame/getplayingplus

Many new initiatives or activities have unfortunately stalled or even been abandoned because of delays in approvals from the management committee.

A great solution is for the management committee to take a step back and appoint a sub-committee or working group to oversee the implementation of a particular project.

These small groups should be given written terms of reference from the management committee, but allowed freedom to deal with day-to-day issues such as planning and negotiating with contractors, decisions that keep a project on time and on budget.

Subcommittees or working groups can be made up of board members; a mix of board members and non-elected club members, or entirely of club members; the only requirement is that participants must already be members of the club and the management committee must take ultimate responsibility for their actions or decisions.

The management committee should choose members with relevant experience in the area, for example, appoint members with construction experience to an infrastructure project, or a member with a banking or government background to help with a financial application.

The Queensland Association Act (1981) sets out the rules and operational procedures for club management committees, with schedule 4, section 27 of the Associations Incorporation Regulation (1999) dealing with the establishment of sub committees and working groups.

John Reynolds is a former chairman of New Farm Bowls Club, vice president of New Farm men’s division and VP of the QLD Public Service Club. He worked for the QLD Government for 20 years in senior positions dealing with legislation and regulations.

Help! »» Think about how you will measure and evaluate the project.

Consider whether the methods are rigorous and will stand up to scrutiny. Government agencies need to report on how they have invested funding. The outcomes and data need to be credible.

Districts or clubs that believe they need assistance with their grants application should contact their local government or council grants officer in the first instance.

While grants are designed to be completed by members of the community, there are a number of specialists who write or evaluate applications for a fee, should your club or district be unable to find a volunteer with the time or desire to take on the adventure.

Depending on finances, some clubs may consider engaging a professional grants writer.

It can quickly become a full time job and obsession – but it can be a very rewarding and satisfying for your club, district or community.

(They will not write the grant for you but they are usually very helpful with advice about whether you are on the right track or where you need more.)

(A professional grants writer may charge by the hour or quote a complete job. Costs can vary from $40/hour to a cost of some $1000 to prepare a district grant application.)

Some grant preparation costs can be included in the submission to be funded, partly by the club and partly by the grant, should it be achieved. (Check the rules of the grant.)

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Solar for bowls clubs A POWERFUL INVESTMENT

Some consumers install a solar system because they feel it is good for the environment to produce so called “green energy.”

The great benefit of solar energy is not just that it is good for the environment it can also be great for its financial effectiveness.

Having spent most of my working life in the investment industry, I tend to think of almost any expenditure in terms of its return on Investment (ROI).

For many bowls clubs, a solar system can be an absolutely unbeatable investment.

Just how good the return is will depend on the type of electricity account the club is on, and that will depend on two main factors: the geographical location of the club and the amount of electricity consumed.

We at Australian Solar Power Consultants have developed sophisticated financial planning programs and usage analysis software unique in the industry.

By Fred Dickman Director, Australian Solar Power Consultants

These programs help us to determine the optimum sized solar system and demonstrate projected returns over its life.

Depending on these factors, in some cases the effective ROI can be as high as 40 per cent a year, and sometimes more.

This applies where the cost is paid up-front, but where it is paid off through our funding program, it is impossible to calculate the effective return because it is paid for out of savings, often with no capital outlay.

How will your club benefit?

How much an individual club benefits depends on usage and usage patterns.

How much power is consumed during the daytime is an important factor but the type of electricity account and location can impact as much as the amount of electricity consumed.

Many clubs in regional areas are rated as small commercial users.

These clubs often pay as much as 41 cents per kWh on the electricity they consume.

Typically, this rate applies to clubs where electricity consumption is more than 100,000kW per annum.

Installing a solar system can bring the rating down to about 24 cents per kWh. In such cases I have seen a solar system pay for itself in less than three years.

If the club paid for the system out of their own capital, it would represent a return of around 30-40 per cent a year. However, if the system is funded by borrowings or through our funding program, the return is so high it really is almost impossible to compute!

What about grants for solar systems?

The current State Government has reintroduced grants for solar systems, resulting in a large spike in applications. ►

Clubs save dollars on solar Bowls clubs around Queensland are jumping on the solar energy bandwagon to enjoy electricity savings many could only dream of in the past.

Since offering clubs a deal that required no initial outlay and repayments covered solely from savings, Solar Power Consultants director Fred Dickman said six clubs had moved off the grid in 2015, and another 20 were in the pipeline.

“It’s been quite hectic,” Fred said, “When people realise the savings they can get from a standard solar system, they are very interested.”

Bowls Queensland installed a solar system at its Enoggera office in August last year, and has enjoyed considerable savings since.

Between August, 2015, and January, 2016, BQ’s power bill was $3804, compared with the $6143 in the same period 12 months earlier.

“That’s a saving of 38% that can be returned to bowls and supporting clubs,” BQ chairman John Dawson said.

“Clubs that operate seven days a week and run kitchens and power-hungry equipment like fridges can expect even greater savings.”

Solar Power Consultants has been a supporter of bowls in Queensland over the past 12 months.

Fred agreed to write an article for Bowler magazine about some of the more common questions clubs ask when they consider changing to solar power.

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Historically only about three per cent of grant applications are approved, but it will be considerably less with the recent increase in applications.

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Bundy says Thanks, Beris!

Patroness of Bundaberg Ladies Bowling Club Beris Pershouse has been honoured for 25 years Meritorious Service.

Beris (pictured left, receiving her award from Bundaberg District Bowls Assn president John Kemp and club president Carol Marcinkus) joined the club in 1983 and has always been active in voluntary service, including serving as president three times between 1987 and 1992.

Beris is a life member and she has also served as a marketing manager for Bundaberg Port Curtis District board.

She still likes to go away on bus trips with her bowling friends, and play on official days, where she still likes to be on the jack or have a run at it. “Beris is an inspiration at Bundaberg Ladies,� club secretary Hilda Schmidt said.

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Assistant coordinator Noel Patch said heavy weather on February 13 forced the cancelation of several games, leaving the outcome of round five and competition leaders unknown at the time of publication.

“We set aside some spare days during the week in case there was bad weather, so we will use those to get the cancelled games completed,” he said.

“If it stays fine, we will still be on track to finish the games on schedule.”

The Taylor Wide Bay Classic is a popular fixture in the Fraser Coast District, with clubs from across the region competing for more than $12,000 in prize money.

This year’s competition started on January 9 and is scheduled to finish with the division one final on March 19.

Rain can’t dampen Taylor Wide Bay Classic The fifth annual Taylor Wide Bay Classic will remain on schedule despite several round five games needing to be rescheduled due to heavy rain.

At the close of round four (Feb 6), Urangan was leading last year’s winner Hervey Bay in division one, and Hervey Bay was ahead of Moore Park in division two.

Pictured: Urangan Bowls Club’s Alan Frisby steps up for a practice before rain washed out round four of the Taylor Wide Bay Classic. He is watched by (L-R) Dave Walker (Hervey Bay Bowls Club), Max Deed (Hervey Bay), Ron Haigh (Hervey Bay), Tony Clift (Urangan Bowls Club), John Burraston (Urangan) and Gordon Cawrse (Hervey Bay).

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BQ update When Feb Bowler went to print (three days before nominations closed on Jan 29), there were only two declared candidates for BQ Board positions, John Dawson (chairman) and Colleen Ryan (director).

In the closing days, more candidates nominated, but only one took up the invitation in Feb Bowler to send in a short article about himself, TFNQ bowler David Egan (see below).

Districts’ votes must be received by BQ before 4PM on March 18.

The candidates are: (Incumbent*) CHAIRMAN

John Dawson* (Tewantin-Noosa) Peter Williamson (Carina Leagues) Ron Mitchell* (Cutheringa Townsville) Kerry Green (Laidley) DIRECTOR OF FINANCE Greg Flynn* (Enoggera) Brian Stewart (Robina)

How do I get it right?

“Which club do I wish to represent at Champion of Club Champions, should I win a club championship in singles, pairs or fours?”

“At which of my clubs do I have the best chance of winning a club championship event, so I can progress to Champion of Club Champions?

Colleen Ryan* (Helensvale) Greg Brown (Coolum Beach) David Egan (Mossman) Carmel Gibb (Helensvale) Kerry Green (Laidley)

This should become your “declared” club.

This choice must be made BEFORE you bowl in ANY club championship event at ANY club in that bowls season.

David Egan from Mossman Bowls Club introduces himself I have nominated for a position on the BQ Board in 2016. I am a life member of Mossman Bowls Club, a club coach and Level 1 umpire.

I have bowled for 45 years and I love the game.

I have experience in governance, having served for 14 years as a councilor of Douglas Shire, including seven years as Deputy Mayor.

My wife and I have operated a number of businesses, including hotels and service stations.

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Every Queensland bowler gets ONLY ONE SHOT at playing for eligibility for CHAMPION OF CLUB CHAMPIONS, including dual members, who must select which is their “declared” club (or it will be selected for them by default the first time they roll a bowl in any club championship event).

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DUAL MEMBERSHIP - GET IT RIGHT

Immediately a Queensland bowler becomes a member of another club, they should consider:

DEPUTY CHAIRMAN

I have been president of the NQ Local Government Association, and served on various committees for river conservation and recycling waste.

Bowls Queensland receives more calls about dual membership than any other query. It’s important for dual members to get it right because their action or inaction will directly impact their eligibility to play CHAMPION OF CLUB CHAMPIONS.

The choice is made by your direct action, or by default.

Declaring a club – direct action When a member joins an additional club they should complete the Members of Two or More Clubs, Declaration for Championship Events form.

This form can be downloaded from BQ website and lodged free of charge with the “declared club”, who will forward it to Bowls Queensland.

Dual members can enter ANY club championships at ANY of the clubs of which

they are a member (subject to the by-laws of each club).

However members and clubs should be aware that IF a dual member who is NOT “declared” for their club WINS a club championship in singles, pairs or fours, neither the dual member nor the team they play in is eligible to represent the club in that discipline at Champion of Club Championships.

Declaring a club – by default If a dual member fails to actively choose a club for Championship purposes, by lodging a Members of Two or More Clubs, Declaration for Championship Events form, then as soon as a dual member rolls their first bowl in ANY club championship event at ANY club in that bowls season, that club becomes the dual member’s “declared club” for Champion of Club Champions for that season by default.

Changing a declared club If a member wishes to change their declared club, they must lodge the form Members of Two or More Clubs, Application to Change Declared Club.

It must be lodged BEFORE they play in ANY club championship event in the current season and a charge of $15 applies.

Please note: It is NOT permitted for a dual member to change their declared club for Champion of Club Champion purposes after they have rolled a single bowl in ANY club championship event at ANY club in that current season.

If a dual member attempts to change their declared club after they have started play, the change will be deemed invalid, even if a fee of $15 has been paid/accepted.

QUEENSLAND GEARS UP FOR AUSTRALIAN SIDES CAMPAIGN BQ coordinator of selectors Peter Stanton has announced Queensland’s team to contest Australian Sides 2016 at Queanbeyan ACT later this month (March 29-April 3).

Two changes from the recent QLD V NSW test team are Scott De Jongh-Fitzpatrick in place of Jay Cross, and Louise Witton moving to skip.

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Mark Thatcher, Robbie Wild, Sean Baker, Nathan Rice (s), Sam White, Braidan Leese, Brett Wilkie, Mark Casey (s), Steve McNamee, Sean Ingham, Scott De Jongh-Fitzpatrick, Kurt Brown (s).

Sammie Wilson, Emma Brown, Melissa Larcombe, Julie Keegan (s), Kristy Thatcher, Bolivia Millerick, Wendy Wilson, Lynsey Clarke (s), Natasha Jones, Pam Rowe, Sue Brady, Louise Witton (s).

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Don’t be a Betty!

The pitfalls of dual membership, eligibility for Champion of Club Champs, and a fictional bowler called Betty...

By John Dawson

Betty is a member of two clubs, Tewantin-Noosa on the Sunshine Coast and Pine Rivers in Brisbane North district.

She “declares” for Tewantin-Noosa.

The club has scheduled club championship singles early in the season.

Betty plays, and loses in the first round.

One of her friends at Pine Rivers invites her to play fours there.

Although Betty is a dual member, and alarm bells should be ringing, Betty isn’t really thinking about the consequences: that if she plays a championship event at her nondeclared club Pine Rivers, if she wins, she won’t be able to go on to compete in the Champion of Club Champions event, and neither will her team...)

Betty doesn’t really expect to win, she just wants to have a game with her friends.

But the unexpected happens, and Betty and her team win the Fours championship at Pine Rivers.

All the girls are now really looking forward to Champion of Champions!

Pine Rivers, along with all the other clubs in the Brisbane North district, enters its teams into the District Champion of Club Champions, in all disciplines, including the Fours featuring Betty.

What is the pitfall?

As Betty is NOT a declared member for Pine Rivers, her inclusion in the Pine Rivers team at District play-offs is illegal.

With a non-declared member in their side, the Pine Rivers girls have disqualified themselves from progressing to District Champion of Champions.

Because Betty has played club championships at two different clubs, there are two possible scenarios: 1) Betty failed to declare which club for Champion of Club Champion purposes, and by default, Tewantin-Noosa became her

declared club because it’s where she played her first club championship event in the current season, the singles, when she was eliminated in the first round, or 2) Betty has officially declared for Tewantin Noosa (which is what happened in our fictional example) and Tewantin-Noosa is THE ONLY CLUB Betty can represent at Champion of Club Champions.

If Betty wins at another club, as she did at Pine Rivers, she will be the club champion of that club, but she won’t be able to progress.

Her non-declared club, Pine Rivers, must forfeit its right to have a club championship Women’s Fours at District Champion of Club Champions.

(All bowlers in Queensland, including dual members, are permitted only ONE SHOT at qualifying for Champion of Champions, and in Betty’s case, Tewantin-Noosa is the ONLY club she can represent, should she win an event there.)

The club championship win for Betty at Pine Rivers is a bitter-sweet pill when everyone finds out the winning Fours team is unable to progress.

Betty feels bad that her team can’t progress because of her non-declared status at Pine Rivers, but she has a great idea! They can exclude her from the District event and play a substitute…

Sadly for Pine Rivers, this is not permitted.

While eligible substitutes are permitted in the competition, a substitute is a proxy for a player, so it would be as though Betty were still playing in that team.

The girls have another idea! How about they just go along to the District event, with Betty or a substitute as part of the team for Pine Rivers, and see if anyone notices that “technically” they shouldn’t be there…

What has the team got to lose?

If Betty’s Four turns up at District Champion of Champions and someone realizes BEFORE they have rolled a bowl that Betty’s inclusion in the team is illegal and the team is not permitted to play, the worst penalty for Pine Rivers is that they will have to turn around and go back home, without playing.

The worse scenario is if the girls actually roll a bowl; their action in playing in contravention

of the rules, intentionally or ignorantly, has just DISQUALIFIED THEIR WHOLE CLUB. Pine Rivers will now be disqualified in women’s singles, pairs and fours and will NOT be permitted to contest District Champion of Club Champions for that year, at all.

This is a punitive measure, which is why it’s so important dual members and clubs are aware of the rules!

A win by a dual member for any club other than their declared club means the winner and the team will NOT be able to progress to District Champion of Club Champions.

Betty thinks back to when she first agreed to play fours at Pine Rivers and thinks “Why did I roll that first bowl…?”

Betty is right. Her actions have prevented Pine Rivers from taking part in the Fours and the controlling body would not be able to allow a substitute or replacement player to take Betty’s place.

(The championship teams in the other disciplines Singles and Pairs would remain eligible to play in the Champion of Club Champions.)

Advice from Battle-Scarred Betty?

• If you are a dual member, make sure you are aware of the limitations for both yourself and the clubs of which you are a member.

• If you play in any club championships other than at your declared club, you will prevent that club from being represented at Champion of Club Champions in any event you play in, should your team win.

One final thing: Before joining more than one club, find out if they have any conditions regarding dual membership.

Some clubs make it a condition of membership that theirs is the ONLY club a dual member can declare for, to ensure they are NOT left without representation at Champion of Club Champions, by direct action, or default.

(The same rules apply regarding Dual Membership and Champion of Club Champions whether the clubs are in the same or different Districts.)

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CLUB LAW

Curt Schatz

PATRON SAFETY

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Patron safety at licensed venues – what can licensees do?

Recent media reports of alcohol-related incidents and violent patron behaviour highlight the importance of patron and staff safety at licensed venues.

Licensees must be aware of and implement risk management practices and procedures in their venues to ensure their patrons and staff are safe and there is adequate security in place.

Under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 and the Liquor Act 1992, liquor licensees have a legal obligation to provide a safe environment for patrons, staff and the areas surrounding their licensed premises.

There are a number of safety issues that licensees need to be aware of and various measures they can implement in order to attempt to avoid such issues.

Examples of these safety issues include:

Crowd control and security for licensed venues Licensees should not allow any area within the venue to become too congested with patrons and should regulate the number of patrons entering and exiting the venue. Additionally, it is important that licensees employ the correct ratio of security to patron numbers. For venues outside of the Brisbane City Council area, licensees must comply with individual security conditions listed on their individual licences. Within the Brisbane City Council area, security providers must maintain surveillance in and around the licensed premises from 11:00pm on nights when the premises trades after 1:00am and for at least one hour after the

premises closes. Further, licensees that trade after 1:00am within the Brisbane City Council area must comply with security to patron ratios listed under by regulation.

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that noise levels do not exceed the levels outlined on the venue’s liquor licence.

Staff training

Licensees should ensure that staff clear tables and remove empty glass bottles and/or glasses on a regular basis to reduce the potential for glass related incidents and/or violence.

Licensees should ensure that their staff are adequately trained and are informed and aware of any potential safety issues which may arise. Staff should be aware of any measures which they may use to attempt to address and/or prevent any issues from occurring.

Patron behaviour

Refusal of service

Licensee may employ various measures to attempt to control patron behaviour.

These may include refusing entry to intoxicated people and minors; engaging a security firm to provide appropriately licensed personnel to avoid, reduce or address violent or otherwise poor patron behaviour; discourage unsafe practices that are likely to cause harm; not allow patrons to leave the premises with open containers of alcohol; supervision of taxi ranks outside the premises; discouraging groups of people from lingering outside the premises and monitoring noise levels.

Licensees need to be aware of the rules governing the refusal of service to patrons. Licensees and staff may refuse service to patrons because the law requires it (e.g. if the person is a minor or unduly intoxicated or disorderly); the safety of the patron is in jeopardy (i.e. from the consumption of liquor); safety of others is in jeopardy (i.e.from the consumption of liquor by a particular patron); the licensee considers it warranted (provided it is not discriminatory).

Glass removal

Dangerous and banned products

Licensees should be aware of their responsibilities regarding the use of dangerous products and/or banned products, which may include banned liquor products and bans on regular glass use in high-risk premises.

Noise Licensees need to ensure that noise levels from the venue are monitored and

These are only a few safety issues which may arise at licensed premises.

Licensees should ensure that they have appropriate measures in place to deal with any safety issues so that patron and staff safety is maintained.

Should you require any further information in relation to the above security issues and/or measures, please contact Curt Schatz on (07) 3224 0230.

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With specialist divisions in hospitality and business services, we understand your industry and all its legal requirements.

We minimise your risk and help grow your business.

For more information contact: Curt Schatz, Partner

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Simply put an X where you think the missing jack was located in this picture, fill in your details below and send this page to:

Queensland Bowler Spot the Jack PO Box 476, Alderley 4051 The first correct entry drawn will receive a free set of Henselite bowls.

Winners can choose from a selection of models, colours and sizes.

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Ralph Kelly Victoria Point

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GETTING A TOP MARK Following on from our discussion last month, here are some of the situations you will encounter as you go about the business of marking a game of lawn bowls.

These situations are part of the Marker accreditation course and may be of help to you next time you mark a game.

You have been asked to mark a game of singles. What equipment will you need?

Chalk/spray chalk, box string measure, wedges, pen/pencil, scorecard, coin, shot indictors (if required by the Controlling Body).

(Some things to remember are: if you use spray chalk, remove the lid before going onto the green and check that the spray nozzle is not blocked. Always leave your water bottle in a convenient place at the end of the rink but out of sight of the players. Small personal items should not be carried.

At the start of each end, where should the Marker stand?

A good marker should maintain the same routine at the start of each end. »» Take a position between the two metre mark and the front ditch. »» Make sure the mat has been positioned correctly on the centre line. »» Make sure the jack has been delivered the legal length and then place on the centre line. »» If the jack comes to rest between the 2 metre mark and the front ditch, place on the 2 metre mark (Law 9.2 and Appendix B3).

During play, where would the ideal position be for the Marker to stand? »» Approximately 2 metres to the rear of the head and one metre to the side of the jack and remember that the player’s view of the rink boundary pegs and centre line is not to be obstructed. Also that the Marker does not cast a shadow across the head or across the head on a neighbouring rink.

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»» Be in a position that the head can be viewed clearly and be in a position to react to anything that may happen in the head. »» Once a drive shot has been delivered, move slightly forward of the head as the Marker needs to observe if the bowl becomes a toucher and is also able to avoid any bowls or the jack that may be disturbed. »» If the jack is moved to the back of the rink or ditch, the Marker’s position will change but the Marker should not stand on the bank unless requested by the players. »» At the completion of an end the Marker will stand approximately 2 metres to the front of the head and one metre to the side of the jack to await the player’s decision of the end.

(The main thing to remember is that a good Marker will keep the same position in relation to the jack on each end and develop a consistent routine that will allow the game to proceed efficiently.

Keep still and quiet).

You have been asked to mark and the Controlling Body has requested that shot indicators be used. When should these be used? »» After two bowls have been delivered by each player. »» As the position of the head changes. »» At the completion of the end when the result of the end has been declared.

(Remember that shot indicators should not be used by themselves to answer a request from a player in control of the mat. However there may be situations where they may be helpful, particularly in an environment that may be noisy, or there may be a lot of traffic moving past).

At the completion of the game, what is the Marker’s duties regarding the scorecard? »» Check the scores and transfer the result to the front of the scorecard. »» Ensure that the players sign the scorecard in their designated areas as soon as the game is completed. »» Complete any other relevant information on the front of the scorecard, the time the game finished, the winner’s name etc. »» Follow the Controlling Body’s instructions regarding returning the scorecard at the end of the game.

These are only a few selected situations required when marking a game and if you decide to complete the Markers component, which I hope you do, you will be forwarded the BA Officiating Manual which sets out the complete Marker Skills and Duties which are quite extensive.

However, I still recommend that if you do not wish to complete the various components, that you think about obtaining a copy of the Manual as it does set out in the various chapters very valuable information that will assist you when playing the game of bowls, it is well worth purchasing and this can be obtained through your Club Secretary.

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