Stand together for Pt Chevalier

Pt Chevalier Bowls is facing a significant legal challenge over the ownership of the land it occupies – a situation that puts the club’s long-term future, and potentially its very existence, at risk.

As the club approaches its centenary, many across our bowls whānau will have enjoyed the warm hospitality and outstanding facilities at Pt Chev. With close to 1,000 members, it stands as a shining example of a modern, community-driven sporting club and the vital role bowls plays in bringing people together.

Club President Simon Munro is leading the fight, and this is a moment for our bowls community to show its strength and unity. 👉Read more

How You Can Help

• Raise awareness – Share posts from Pt Chev Bowls on Facebook and Instagram or include their story in your club newsletter.
• Donate – Help cover mounting legal costs, contribute via their Givealittle page 
• Join – Become a social member and show your support in a tangible way.
• Advocate – If you have connections with councillors, local board members, or other decision-makers, respectfully bring this issue to their attention.

This is more than one club’s challenge – it’s about protecting community sport and the places that mean so much to so many. Any support, big or small, will make a difference. Let’s stand together for Pt Chevalier 💙💚

A big interclub weekend

It’s one of the biggest interclub events of the season as the Molecheck Pathway 7s and Auckland Cup gets underway this weekend.

National qualification, club pride and prize money are all on the line, with the new two-day 7s format ensuring every team must earn its place.

Keep an eye on strong men’s line-ups from Howick, Mt Albert and Ōtāhuhu Railway, while the women’s defending champions Howick and the returning Auckland Originals add extra intrigue. Expect tight contests and great team bowls.

The 7s format will test versatility across Singles, Pairs and Fours, while the Auckland Cup rewards depth and discipline across the club lineup. Every end counts, and momentum across formats will be crucial.

If you’re not playing, head along and support. Interclub weekends are built on energy from the sidelines as much as performance on the green.

For your info:

👉Read our preview
👉Check draws & results

Wondering about the format for this comp - check out this Player's Format Guide

Raising a toast to Graeme Bennett

Graeme is an icon of bowls in Auckland and across the country. Chances are, if you’ve played in a centre event or visited the St Heliers Bowling Club, you’ve come across his wit and infectious smile.

His contributions span more than 30 years, in roles too many to count. Here are just a few: Chair of the Bowls Auckland Judicial Committee; Chair of the Rawhiti Fund Committee; Chair of the Avondale Fund Committee; Club Delegate on the Bowls Auckland Board Selection Panel; Patron of the Auckland Umpires Association; active member at St Heliers; and Life Member of both the Remuera Bowling Club and Bowls Auckland.

You might wonder how one man fits all that in. We think the secret is a combination of good health (thanks to his daily yoga and, of course, bowls), a great sense of humour and the intelligence and curiosity of a remarkable lawyer. All that… and he has just turned an incredible 98 years of age!

Graeme celebrated his 98th birthday on 25 February in true style, enjoying the Nationals and supporting his partner Sue. He is pictured alongside (from right to left) Estelle Hickey, Sue Curran, Graeme, Ian Dee (Chair, Bowls Auckland), and Helen Blick (President, Bowls Auckland).

On behalf of all bowlers, happy birthday, Graeme! We’re sure you enjoyed a beautiful glass of wine (or two), and we look forward to celebrating your 99th.

Rising bowlers set for Octagonal Challenge

Bowls Auckland has named its 1–5 Octagonal squad for Tauranga (14–15 March), with eight emerging players selected for the key development fixture.

The event continues to play an important role in the representative pathway, providing a genuine taste of Premier and Intercentre intensity, and last year’s tournament already produced three players who have stepped up to Premier level for this season's Intercentre.

Selectors were impressed by the group’s versatility, communication and ability to perform under pressure, with rotations planned so all squad members contribute across the seven rounds.

The team heads south with belief, depth and a strong team culture.

👉 Find out who made the squad

St George Fund: Investing in Youth Bowls

The St George Bowls and Sports Club, a cornerstone of Papatoetoe and bowls in Auckland for over 70 years, may have closed its doors, but its legacy lives on through the St George Fund.

Administered by Bowls Auckland, the St George Fund supports youth and rangatahi bowlers under 26, funding tournaments, coaching, development programmes and more. A dedicated committee, including former St George members and Bowls Auckland representatives, ensures the Fund stays true to its mission.

Already, the Fund has:

• Supported the St George National Under 26 Pairs tournament.
• Helped Hannah Dawson (Howick) compete in Singapore’s Lion City Cup.

Clubs with youth initiatives or ideas can contact Bowls Auckland at dean@bowlsauckland.co.nz 

👉Read full story here

New generation bowlers – grab your partner and lock this event in! Entries for the National Under 26 Pairs are closing soon and this year there’s even more on the line.

We’ve secured Sky to broadcast a semi-final plus the Final, giving you the chance to play on a national… and global stage.

Your team. Your moment. 👉Enter today and be part of it.

Aucklanders shine at Summerset Nationals

It’s been a cracking start to 2026 with Auckland bowlers right in the mix at the Summerset National Fours and Mixed Pairs.

Awesome to see so many of our players flying the flag on the national stage, and even better to see a stack of podium finishes. Huge congratulations to all those who stepped up to claim titles and medal placings, and well done to all the Aucklanders participating.

⬇️Check out the visual snapshot below (courtesy of Bowls New Zealand).

Player Survey closes Sunday

Time is running out to have your input into the future of our playing programme.
The Bowls Auckland Player Engagement Survey closes this Sunday, 1 March and takes just five minutes to complete.

Your feedback helps shape next season’s calendar, qualifying formats and Conditions of Play, so if you’ve got thoughts on what’s working and what could be better, now’s the time to share them.

👉 Complete the survey here