It's the first day of spring!
There's plenty of news on the World Bowls Championships in this week's issue!
Medals beckon for Blackjacks
New Zealand bowlers are in line for medals going into post-section play in week one of the World Bowls Championships currently being held on the Gold Coast.
Women’s Para pairs team of Teri Blackbourn and Julie O’Connell finished with four wins to top their section on debut and move directly through to the semi-finals, where they will play Thailand tomorrow. Thus, they have guaranteed themselves a medal with only the colour to be decided.
A Kiwi bowls team for the ages
New Zealand's bowlers go into their first world champs since 2016 this week on the Gold Coast, in fine form and with generations of talent
Kitted out in her Blackjack shorts and shirt, Val Smith is sitting in the Gold Coast “team room” days out from contesting her 5th world bowls championships. Beside her is teammate Katelyn Inch – aged 28 – 30 years younger than Smith. But the age difference seems immaterial.
Breakfast interview with Teri Blackbourn & Julie O'Connell
Click on the image to play TV1's Breakfast host Jenny May Coffin interview Para Women's Pairs, Teri & Julie.
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World Bowls: Day 3 recap
It was a drama filled afternoon on the Gold Coast as lightning caused havoc in the final session of day three of the 2023 World Bowls Championships. |
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World Bowls: Day 2 recap
Moves were made by some of the contenders on a sensational day two of the 2023 World Bowls Championships. |
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World Bowls: Day 1 recap
After years of anticipation and build up, action finally commenced for the 2023 World Bowls Championships on Tuesday. |
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Bowls NZ info hub
You can use Bowls NZ Info Hub for all info on the World Bowls Championship.
Auckland high performance trials
High performance trials for Auckland 1-5 Year bowlers will be held at 5.30pm on Wednesday, 6 September at Remuera Bowls. The trials are ideal for bowlers to demonstrate why they should represent your region!
If you cannot attend the trials but would still like to be considered, message Peter Blucher at 021 868 664.
The first competition for Auckland 1-5 Year representatives is on Saturday, 30 September hosted in Auckland.
Auckland bowler, Adam Ballie is part of a 12-person squad representing New Zealand in the 9th edition of the International Deaf Bowls Federation Championship hosted in Edinburgh from 2-12 September.
Adam’s disability certainly hasn’t hindered his performance on the green. Playing and winning events, including mainstream tournaments, has led him to fulfil a dream - to represent New Zealand.
England, Ireland, NZ, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, India and Australia are the eight nations competing.
We wish the NZ squad the best of luck during the competition and will follow your progress with interest.
The International Deaf Bowls Federation is posting event info on their Facebook page.
RIP Garry Breckon
Auckland Bowling Club wishes to extend their sympathies to the Breckon family on the recent passing of Garry Breckon.
Garry was an avid bowler and a member. He had won some titles during his bowling career, including three Auckland Centre titles. Garry was a friend to many around Auckland and will be sorely missed in the bowls community.
Auckland 1-5 Year Triples
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Season opener package!
Not only the perfect Father's Day gift but a gift to yourself, as the new season approaches. Package contains: To order or for more information: |
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Molecheck
Looking forward to some quality time on the greens this summer? Now’s the perfect time to roll up for a Molecheck and find out what to watch out for with your skin. All bowlers affiliated with Bowls Auckland are able to access a 22% discount on a full-body Molecheck. All you need to do is let our reception team know you’re a member when you book. Visit Molecheck website today |
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