Auckland Training Squads Loaded

After nearly 150 players put their names forward for rep selection, the Auckland Rep Training Squads for 2025–2026 have now been confirmed! Featuring a mix of seasoned campaigners and rising stars, these squads are set to make their mark this season.

A key update this year sees the Development Squad eligibility refined to players with 1–10 years of playing experience, keeping the focus firmly on emerging talent.

The first big challenge on the calendar is the Quad Series on 4–5 October, where Auckland will face Bay of Plenty, Northland, and North Harbour across the 1–5, Development, and Premier squads. Team announcements for this event will be made the week of 22 September.

👉Check out the players selected for the Training Squads.

Continuing the legacy with JBWere

Jarden Wealth is proud to continue their legacy sponsorship of Bowls Auckland under the brand JBWere

We’re thrilled to share that JBWere NZ will continue its proud legacy sponsorship of Bowls Auckland, building on Jarden Wealth’s long-standing support for our bowling community. With a heritage spanning 180+ years, JBWere’s commitment to empowering clubs and enhancing playing experiences remains stronger than ever.

Bowlers can expect some exciting updates for the JBWere Open this December—stay tuned for the big reveal!

👉Read the full story: Continuing the Legacy with JBWere

From 96 Players to One Champion!

#MWO25 aka the Molecheck Women’s Open 2025 is set to deliver one of its strongest lineups yet. The Singles format has 96 competitors (46 unique entries) competing in 24 sections across five host clubs, it's going to be interesting!

Among the headlines is World Singles Champion Tayla Bruce making her much-anticipated event debut, alongside defending champion Jessie Macaw, national representatives, and a host of rising stars.

Every section promises fierce competition and exciting matchups as players battle for a place in the final 16 on Sunday morning.

👉Don’t miss our section-by-section highlights and all the names to watch!

From Moama to Masterclass!

Fresh off her win at the Moama Ladies Premier Pairs alongside Amy McIlroy, Tayla has plenty of insights to share on what it takes to prepare for a major event.

After battling through top competition to claim the title, Tayla knows exactly what goes into a winning performance. Congratulations to Tayla and Amy on your win! We can’t wait for a Masterclass with Tayla on Friday 19 September!

Last Call for Finals Day Luncheon!

Don’t miss out - the Finals Day Luncheon is almost here! 

Join us on 21 September at Royal Oak from 12:30pm for an afternoon of celebration, inspiration, and top-tier bowls. With Courtney Tairi as MC, special guest Raelene Castle, some yummy food, prizes, and the launch of the Bowls Auckland Foundation Trust - it’s set to be a day to remember.

⬇️Don’t miss out reserve your seat!

Who will rule at the 1–5 Fours?

To kick off this weekend and the 2025-2026 season, 30 teams headline the 1-5 Year Fours.

From seasoned campaigners chasing long-awaited titles to fresh faces out to make their mark, it’s a great line-up. Howick, Mt Albert, and Royal Oak bring depth with multiple teams, while newcomers from East Tamaki, Maraetai, Glendowie, and Mt Wellington add even more intrigue.

Keep an eye on the opening round as Howick’s David Weir squares off against Bridge Park’s Fraema Akaruru-Teinaki – a match that could shape the post-section race early. Meanwhile, Royal Oak’s Steve Fisher is on a mission to claim the Fours crown, and Howick’s Hannah Dawson steps up to lead the defending champs.

Expect plenty of twists as experience meets raw talent. Who will claim the season’s first title? You can atch the finals Sunday afternoon at Remuera Bowling Club.

👉 Read full preview here

Bowls Papatoetoe kicks off the new season

-- Jess MacKinven

Saturday 6 September marked the start of a fresh season at Bowls Papatoetoe! While the weather may have been a little damp, it certainly didn’t dampen anyone’s spirits.

Members took to the greens for three lively games of Pairs, battling it out for the President’s Trophy under cover. Congratulations to Pale and Lisa, who claimed the top spot for the day!

Between games, everyone enjoyed a delicious morning tea and a BBQ lunch, with plenty of time to catch up and share laughs before wrapping up with prizegiving to celebrate last season’s achievements.

The day was filled with a real buzz of anticipation for the year ahead. Next on the calendar is our first AC Triples on Thursday 25 September – get your names in and join the fun!

Auckland BC Takes on Broadbeach 5-a-Side

-- Analiese Rands

Back in February, Auckland Bowling Club committed to entering a full team in the prestigious Broadbeach 5-a-Side. The goal: to give players exposure to elite competition, build team spirit, and test themselves on one of Australia’s biggest stages.

With $70,000 in prize money and 40% of the field made up of professional bowlers, the event drew world-class names like Aron Sherriff, Kelsey Cottrell, Aaron Teys, Dawn Hayman, Ben Twist, Leif Selby, Carl Healey and Nathan Black. From the moment the team arrived, the scale was clear — from the state-of-the-art clubhouse to the Calcutta draw that revealed a stacked field.

Results didn’t fall our way, but the team competed hard, often pushing matches to the wire despite the challenge of jumping from a New Zealand winter into tough Australian conditions. For emerging players Liam Hill and Davey Motu especially, the experience was invaluable — a true stepping stone in their development.

The campaign delivered exactly what we hoped for: a tough test, plenty of lessons, and a boost to team camaraderie that will serve the club well moving forward.

Ready, Set...Rapid Roll Triples - Entries Open

Rapid Roll Triples is coming – three weeks of action-packed bowls.

All you need is:
1️⃣ A BowlsHub ID
2️⃣ A club membership (any membership type counts!)

Whether you’re a social member, casual player, or a 1–5 Year bowler, this is your chance to jump into a centre event with a fun, relaxed vibe, friendly competition in the quickfire Rapid Roll format.

Each night over three weeks, you’ll play three games of six ends, giving you the chance to square off against multiple opponents.

Teams can include one open-grade player (6+ years’ experience), with the other two members being either 1–5s or social members. That means plenty of scope to form unique combinations – and maybe even team up with that experienced player you’ve always wanted to play alongside but never quite been brave enough to ask!

Gather your team and get ready for Rapid Roll. ⬇️More details & entry link