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Daffodil Day is an opportunity to raise awareness of cancer in New Zealand. Since 1990, the iconic street appeal has inspired people to come together and support the Cancer Society’s work.
Every dollar raised for Daffodil Day will go towards providing a wide range of support services, education and awareness programmes, plus fund vital research into the causes and treatment of all types of cancer.
Why daffodils? Cancer organisations around the world use the daffodil as a symbol of hope. The daffodil is the first flower of spring. It brings light after cold, dark winter days and it has become a symbol of hope for people with cancer.
While its street appeal cannot take place this year due to Alert Level 4, donations can still be made online.
Upcoming events..
As New Zealand faces ongoing uncertainty around alert levels, we are monitoring our playing schedule. We announced earlier in the week the postponement of the 1-5 Year Fours. It is highly likely dates for other 1-5 Year disciplines will need to be changed.
While our new season is starting off with a blimp, we remain positive - our playing schedule currently has some wriggle room to reshuffle the 1-5 Year events without creating conflict.
Keeping busy
Ok, so staying at home is not top of the bucket list, but rather than let boredom set in, why not find ways to keep busy. Who knows, you may have fun along the way. Here's how one Kiwi sports star kept active in a previous lockdown.
Think outside the box and bring out your creative side!
Vibrant, pacey & multicultural...
Piha Bowling Club
By Perry Meinung
Piha Bowling Club was formed in 1955. Back then, it was Men only. It wasn’t until 1956 the Women’s Club opened then in 2000, both clubs amalgamated.
Piha Bowls has maintained its membership right through until now, 2021. Led by President Kirk MacGibbon with energy and a vision to take the Piha Bowls into the future, it coincides with the rapid growth and tourist potential of Piha.
Our committee is a mix of experienced bowlers and younger members in their 30s, who alongside Kirk focus on being a community-based club. Families and their young children are encouraged to participate in social events held throughout the season. Our award-winning husband and wife chefs produce outstanding food to cater to every occasion. Our full, social & family membership options fit in with every lifestyle – all these factors offer a balance as we work towards achieving our goals.
Situated adjacent to the local camping ground, we are 50-metres from the beach, our club is open Wednesday to Sunday, from 9am. We have a comprehensive programme to grab the attention of the serious bowler and or social and junior bowlers.
There are traditional bowls, 2-4-2, 3Five & a very busy Friday Social Bowls league under floodlights from 6pm-10pm. Bands and DJs offer entertainment most weekends & the monthly weekend Market Day attracts a lot of people.
Everyone at the club is excited about our brand new 37 x 37 metre Maniototo green due to open on the first Saturday, in November. Why not come to Piha to try out the green. We have two open events listed in this season's Auckland Bowls Handbook. Both are Classics – a one day and a two day and the first 16 entries paid are accepted.
We look forward to seeing you at Piha.
We're looking for a...
Club Support Manager
This is an exciting opportunity to work with a small team dedicated to lead and grow the sport of lawn bowls in Auckland. We are looking for a passionate and self-motivated individual to drive our key strategies to increase the performance of bowling clubs in the Auckland region.
Click here to find out more on the role Club Support Manager, Auckland
Club events
We may not be able to play bowls this week, but there's no harm in planning where to go when we can get back on the green!
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