Centre Finals move to Remuera

Due to Mother Nature's unpredictable swings, this weekend's Centre Finals is relocating to the rain-or-shine cover of Remuera Bowling Club.

From Singles to Pairs and Triples, the competition promises to be fierce over the two-day event, with bowlers vying for a coveted spot on the podium. It's a chance to witness some of Auckland’s top-notch talent in action and cheer on your favourites!

To all the competitors, good bowling! And to the supporters, we encourage you to come along and add your cheers to the atmosphere. If you can't make it to Remuera, fret not! We've got live broadcasts of two matches each day. 

Stay tuned to our channels for event updates, results, and broadcast links.

Thrills and spills at Fours

Despite a slightly lower number of entries than in previous years, the tournament was not short of a high calibre of competitors. 16 Women's and 44 Men's teams sought advancement in Saturday's qualifiers. Notable teams led by Wishnoski, Reid, Haywood, and Williams in the Men's division and Farley, Fisher, and Cheung in the Women's division, were disappointed not to make it to Sunday’s post-section.

In the Men's post-section, the first bye round saw Blackjack Tony Grantham's team from Mt Albert fall 14-7 to Paul Renwick's St Heliers team. Another notable match had David Ball from Carlton Cornwall defeating Jordan King from Mt Eden 17-8. The round of 16 and the quarter-finals were marked by intense competition, featuring closely fought matches, several requiring extra ends. Three out of the four quarter-final games were decided by just one point.

World Bowls Indoor Championships

Tayla Bruce and Shannon McIlroy are in Guersney from 21-27 April,  representing New Zealand in the 2024 World Bowls Indoor Championships.

Good luck, we wish you both well.  You can use the button below to follow the event.

New Lynn's green revitalisation

The team from Tiger Turf have begun the overdue process of lifting and replacing the artificial green. After damage from flooding and with wear and tear, the upgrade will regenerate tremendous value to the club - to once again have a top-notch playing surface that is the envy of neighbouring clubs!

The project is expected to take around 4-5 weeks with an estimated completion date around 20 May - just in time for a roll-up or two ahead of the King's Birthday Fours event.

In a heartfelt tribute to the late Paul Stier, Glen Eden Bowling Club hosted the Paul Stier Memorial Tournament on Sunday, 14 April.

Paul, a beloved figure at the club since 1992, was not just a bowler but a mentor, coach, and community stalwart. His dedication to nurturing talent and fostering camaraderie left an enduring mark on the club and the wider bowls community.

The event, an Any Combination Triples format, saw spirited competition among the teams. A special mention goes to the club members whose tireless efforts ensured the day was a resounding success—a fitting tribute to Paul's legacy.

The event not only had the competitive spirit of the bowlers but also served as a poignant reminder of Paul's lasting influence and the bonds he forged within the bowls community. Paul's spirit lives on in every roll of the bowl and every shared laugh on the green.

Congratulations to the winners:
First: Jim Close, Raj Halka, Keith Prosser
Second: Billy F, John H, Brian H
Third: Karen K, Karen S, Carol B

ORBC Triples

The green at Ōtāhuhu Railway BC was buzzing with sunshine and aroha at their Wednesday Triples! 

With 14 teams from all over the city enjoying the competition, their yummy lunch was the winner on the day!

Talking of winners - for the second week in a row, the winners were: Lavinia Ruka, Mae Taurua & Terangisaia (Skye).

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