Pink Shirt Day

Pink Shirt Day is about working together to stop bullying by celebrating diversity and promoting kindness and inclusiveness.

It’s about creating a community where all people feel safe, valued and respected, regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, religion or cultural background.

Pink Shirt Day is the day Aotearoa comes together to take a stand against bullying. The Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand (MHFNZ) has run the campaign since 2012, inspiring tangata to Kōrero Mai, Kōrero Atu, Mauri Tū, Mauri Ora – Speak Up, Stand Together, Stop Bullying!

Celebrated annually around the globe, Pink Shirt Day began in Canada in 2007 when two students took a stand against homophobic bullying after a new student was harassed for wearing pink.

Learn more about the Pink Shirt Day kaupapa here.

Looking Forward, Looking Back

By Paul Neazor

Profiling the well-known Hill clan can, for a bowls writer, be a bit tricky. The older ones are reluctant to talk about themselves, and the younger ones ditto. ‘I’ve done all that,’ says patriarch Neville – ‘Bones’ to all and sundry – when the idea was floated. (And I bet you all heard Neville’s voice as you read it.) Nobody does. uninterested better than Bones.

Next-generation Jamie, Neville’s son, was equally reluctant. ‘I don’t really want to get into the me stuff,’ he said. But after a bit of persuasion he and his 17-year-old son, Ryan, agreed to sit down and chat. Just not about themselves. It’s clear both love the game, but right now see it through different lenses. Ryan sees what Jamie saw when he was a young man in a hurry at the same age. Looking forward, he has plenty of ambition. Jamie sees the game from the perspective of a man who has achieved plenty but wants to make sure the next generation gets the chances he had.

Exciting weekend of competition ahead

Gear up for another exciting weekend of bowls as the Champ of Champs Triples and the 1-5 Year Fours Final take centre stage!

This Saturday and Sunday promise to be thrilling, with top-tier competition kicking off at Remuera and Royal Oak for the Champ of Champs Triples qualifying rounds, and all post-section action at Royal Oak. Can’t make it in person? No problem – we’ve got you covered with live broadcasts of both the Men’s and Women’s Finals on Sunday:

🚺 11.45 am: Women’s Final – https://youtube.com/live/hBjToKyWE7E
🚹 2.30 pm: Men’s Final – https://youtube.com/live/v0iPnLv3cG0

🔍 Here’s where you can keep an eye on the results: https://tinyurl.com/2tb2a945

But that’s not all! Sunday also features the highly anticipated 1-5 Year Fours Final, with Blockhouse Bay taking on Royal Oak!

Don’t miss out on what promises to be a weekend of unforgettable competition and top-notch bowls action!

Double triumph for Mt Eden Pairs

Across Royal Oak and Remuera Bowling Clubs, top duos from Auckland’s clubs gathered to compete for the coveted Pairs title and a shot at national glory. This year saw the largest number of entries to date, with 30 Men’s and 23 Women’s Pairs engaging in a fierce knockout battle that led to two thrilling finals. Despite the sunny autumn weather, the covered facilities were planned to mirror the conditions of the upcoming national finals.

Women's Fours Final

After a three-week delay, the Auckland Women’s Fours Final finally took place undercover at Remuera on Sunday, 12 May. The St Heliers team, consisting of Catherine Bien, Sue Curran, Linda Fenton, and Angela Longney, showcased their resilience and skill by defeating three strong Carlton Cornwall teams in the post-section rounds to secure their spot in the final.

Mike Kernaghan recognised by NZOC with Merit Award

Mike Kernaghan receives the NZOC Merit Award on  Wednesday 8 May at the Royal Akarana Yacht Club, Auckland.

Mike Kernaghan receives NZOC Merit Award from President Liz Dawson and honorary President Mike Stanley (photo by Fiona Goodall/Getty Images for NZOC)

2024 North Island Greenkeepers Conference

Location: Kamo Club, 7 Meldrum Street, Kamo, Whangarei
Dates: Sunday, 23 June - Tuesday, 25 June 2024

Don’t miss out! Register today for the 2024 Northland Greenkeeper’s Conference in less than six weeks. This is an unmissable event for anyone involved in the greenkeeping industry.

There is an engaging programme featuring:

• experts on Starweed, Cotula, Artificial greens.
• insightful sessions, we offer hands-on workshops on; Back lapping greens mowers, Calibration of sprayers, Weed identification, and Fertiliser identification.
• explore several trade sites essential to our industry, network with peers, and gain invaluable knowledge and skills.

To make this event even more accessible, the registration fee has been reduced to just $125 per person. Additionally, join us for our Monday night dinner for only $35 per person, featuring a guest speaker.

Register today to secure your spot! This is your opportunity to connect with industry leaders, expand your knowledge, and enhance your skills.

For more information contact Marty Webb, Conference Organiser at 021 1377 322.

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