Winter Coaching Finale

Six weeks of winter coaching reached an exciting climax last weekend with the Campi and Canoe Trophy tournaments.

At Epsom, 24 women’s teams battled through seven rounds of fast-paced triples in the Campi Trophy, with South East’s Hannah Dawson, Lea Hooper & Lilly Wesche taking the win. Meanwhile, Bridge Park hosted the men’s Canoe Trophy, where South East teams dominated, producing an all-SE final and thrilling matchups for spectators.

The weekend celebrated skill, perseverance, and sportsmanship in testing winter conditions, with coaches, volunteers, and supporters creating a fantastic atmosphere across both venues.

Everyone is encouraged the next generation of bowlers.

👉 See full recap here

ABCA Cup kicks off this weekend

This weekend’s ABCA Cup is set to be one of the biggest in recent years, with 40 teams taking to the greens.

The competition has expanded across three greens at two host venues, Howick and Pakuranga, promising plenty of action and atmosphere from start to finish!

Like last weekend, the talent pool is deep, and several teams are poised for a strong run at the title. There are a few must-watch combinations from each zone—find out who in our full preview: [link to website article].

👉 Find out who to watch

Rapid Roll is here!

Auckland, meet Rapid Roll: the brand-new bowls format that’s short, sharp, and packed with energy.

Designed for everyone, from experienced bowlers to complete newcomers — Rapid Roll combines the excitement of competition with the buzz of a social night out. Think short, time-limited games, music, colourful team kit, and a great community vibe.

We’re launching with the Rapid Roll Open Pairs this October: three Tuesday evenings, every bowl counting, and a fun, competitive atmosphere you won’t want to miss.

👉Find out more about Rapid Roll here

Finals, Friendship & Foundation – Finals Day Luncheon

This year’s Molecheck Women’s Open Finals Day will be more than top-tier bowls – it’s a celebration. 

On Sunday 21 September, join us at Royal Oak for a special Finals Day Luncheon from 12:30pm, blending great sport, inspiring conversation, and milestone moments for our bowls community.

Our MC, Courtney Tairi – sports broadcaster and former Silver Fern – will welcome special guest Raelene Castle ONZM, Group Chief Executive Sport NZ, who’ll share her insights on the sporting landscape and her journey at the highest levels of sport leadership.

The luncheon also marks the launch of the Bowls Auckland Foundation Trust and honours Mike Galloway with his Life Membership. With delicious catering, lively conversation, and exciting auction prizes, it’s the perfect lead-in to the Molecheck Women’s Open Finals Day.

Join us for a day where bowls meets inspiration – on and off the green.

👉 Book your seat 

Key Stats & Highlights 

The 2024–2025 season has been one to remember — filled with growth, milestones, and standout moments that showcase the strength of our bowls community. From record participation numbers to remarkable performances on and off the green, these achievements are a testament to the passion, skill, and commitment of our players, clubs, and supporters.

Take a look at our Key Stats & Highlights and join us in celebrating a season of success!

Become a Representative Partner!

We’re on the lookout for a proud Representative Partner to join the Bowls Auckland whānau.

As a key supporter of our Representative Programme, your brand will be front and centre across all channels and events, including:

✔️ Your logo on all Rep team uniforms – choose your preferred placement!
✔️ Signage at all Auckland Representative events
✔️ Two featured articles per year in Friday Flash
✔️ Brand exposure across team naming, results & media coverage (socials, website, newsletters)

This is your chance to align with excellence, community, and the future of bowls in Auckland. 

👉 Interested? Get in touch today: dean@bowlsauckland.co.nz