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DIRECTORY The Royal New South Wales Bowling Association Inc Level 5, 309 Pitt Street, Sydney P.O, Box A 2 186, Sydney South, N SW 1235 Telephone: 02 9283 4555 Fax: 02 9283 4252 E-Mail: rnswba@rnswba.org.au Website: http://w ww .rnswba.org.au A B N 7 6 82 1 6 4 7 7 0 7
PATRON: H e r E x c e l l e n t Professor M a r ie B ash ir A C , G o vern o r o f N S W
STATE PRESIDENT: Te rry M u r p h y
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UE to a typographical error, the wrong phone number was published for Proud Australia Holidays in last month’s issue of “Bowls Alive”.
R o b e rt Burns STATE C O U N C ILL O R S: I Ian M c K n igh t, 2 Des Skinner, 3 Bruce Baker, 4 H a rry G a u lt, 5 Kevin M o o re , 6 Bill Taylo r, 7 Des A nd erson , 8 M ilton Ta ylo r CBE, 9 M a u r ie Bonney, 1 0 Eric M itchell, I I Jack W h itty , 1 2 Kevin Thom as, 1 3 C ed ric Smith, 1 4 Ed Lydall, 1 5 A la n Pollack, 1 6 John Hill. M EM B ER SH IP & RECRUITM ENT C O M M IH E E : A rth u r Hutchinson (chairm an), John D olan (deputy ch airm a n a n d secretary), Peter Lyons, Tony A shpole, Lenore D unn, N e d London (proxy). C O A C H IN G C O M M IH E E : M a c k a Jensen (c hairm an), J. Collister, A . M a cp h erso n , B. Plant, K. Scott, J. Younghusband. S enior State C oach: B arry Salter. Junior State C oach: Ken Field. M A T C H C O M M IH E E : M ic k G ilfo y le (c h airm an ), J. G ersb ach , V . H arris , P. H en ry, K. Hill. S E L E a iO N
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ABRAMATTA duo Bruce Hollingworth and Greg Wordsworth were success ful in winning the 21st Central West McCarthy’s “Huh of the West” Classic Pairs held at West Dubbo BC.
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It was Greg’s introduction to the event, but Bruce had previously gained success in 1984 when he was a member of North Tamworth and partnered John Coyle. The final was played against Brian Heap, of Forbes, a winner in 1992, and Dave Samuelsson, of Lightning Ridge. Heap and Samuelsson started well, but after dropping a couple of fives, were down 22-13 after 18 ends. Although they won one more end than the opposition, the final result was 24-18. The Cabramatta pair met the 1999 runners up and the 2000 win ners, David Buttery, of The Entrance, and Brett Pritchard, of Ettalong Memorial, in their semi final.
• Runners-up in the Hub of the
West Classic Pairs - Dave Samuelsson (Lightning Ridge) and Brian Heap (Forbes)
COVER PHOTO • “Hub of the West” winners, Bruce Hollingworth and Greg Wordsworth (Cabramatta).
Winners of the Macquarie Valley Pairs - Peter Stockham (Merrylands) and Terry McCabe (Beresfield).
After 17 ends, Bruce and Greg held a 19-12 lead, but had to over come a spirited finish to win 20-19. Earlier, in post-sectional play, Mark Edwards and John Ferguson, of West Dubbo, had been defeated by Hollingworth and Wordsworth 2416. Percentages had to be used for only the second time in the history of the tournament. Peter Stanton, of Pine Rivers, and Geoff Hawken, of Musgrave Hill, had two wins for plus five shots, as did Steve Ashdown and Richard Girvan, of Taren Point. However, Stanton and Hawken had a percentage of shots scored as against total scored in their games played of 52.3809% , compared with 52.293% for Ashdown and Girvan. In post sectional play, Stanton and Hawken met Josh Andriske, a West Dubbo junior, who paired with Peter Woods, of Merrylands, with the latter pair winning the last five ends for a 17-14 result. In the semi final against Heap and Samuelsson, Andriske and Woods had the score level at 10 all after 13 ends, but the former pair added 10 shots to five to clinch the game. Special mention must be made of the fact that Central West McCarthys
have been the major sponsor of the event since inception in 1981. The secondary event, “The Macquarie Valley Pairs”, sponsored by the West Dubbo Diggers section, resulted in a win for Terry McCabe, of Beresfield, and Peter Stockham, of Merrylands, who won against Clancy Hamilton, of Lightning Ridge, and Tom Leonard, of Orange ExServices, 22-8.
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years ago, the incorrect spelling of “Trophy” has led to one of the most enduring social bowls tournaments in the west. w elve
T PRITCHARD bowler It started with the local teachers Stan Viles really start and police of Lightning Ridge chal ed something when he lenging each other to a fortnightly invited grandsons Matthew game of social bowls. and Mark Crossland to join The police had the task of acquir him on the greens and try ing a suitable trophy, and, after the their hand at the game. infamous spelling blunder, is now
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Now the two boys at 1 6 - 5 0 years younger than their grandfa ther - are among the keenest and most accomplished members of the Mt Pritchard Community BC. They play regularly with adult bowlers, are in the club pennant teams, and have performed well in club championships. They often play with or against grandfather Stan, or their father and fellow club member Paul Crossland. Viles says the boys, who together with sister Danielle are triplets, adapted to the game quickly, though Mark was not as enthusiastic as Matthew at the outset. However, Mark has advanced so rapidly that he is a member of the NSW junior development squad. Matthew is not far behind, being a member of zone pairs champion team for the past two years. “I’m really happy about how well the boys are doing in bowls and how readily they are accept ed by the older club members,” Viles said. “I think mixing with older peo ple in sport has been good for them, helping to develop their personalities. “They are welcomed also when they visit other clubs. After games they sit in a separate club area away from the bar, and are joined by other members for a ginger beer or an orange juice.” Viles said he tried to get grand daughter Danielle into bowls like the boys, but she was as not at all interested. Lately he has persuaded two other Mt Pritchard boys to join the club. 4
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known as the Tropy! Now in its 12th year, the Tropy Bowls Tournament of Lightning Ridge has up to eight teams playing each fortnight with its own special rules to suit the social occasion. Players are diverse and include first time players right through to state pennant players. Even the odd professional from Warilla has had occasion to boast that they “have played Tropy Bowls!” Many players may be visitors to the town and are introduced to the Tropy game by local players. As a result, Tropy players are spread throughout Australia. To celebrate the 12th year, a Tropy Bowls Reunion is being held at Lightning Ridge on the weekend of July 13,14 and 15 this year. This fol lows the success of the tenth reunion where it was decided that another decade was just too long a wait! A special database has been estab lished of Tropy players with over 100 players being identified. For most, the reunion will be an opportunity to revisit the far western town of Lightning Ridge, well known for its superb bowling facilities. But apart from the social festivities planned, the major drawcard is the challenge for the Tropy Bowls Reunion Cup. The 10th anniversary saw the local team of KK (an assortment of opal miners) defeat the “Old Trops” team. In an exciting clash of bowls, the final result depended on the last two bowls. In typical poor form, Tropy foundation member Roy Counsell sent his bowl straight into the ditch, while another foundation member, Gary Armstrong, showed all and sundry what skill is required to send down a wrong bias bowl! The Old Trops have, however, declared their intent to take out the tournament this year.
• “Tropy” foundation member, Roy
Counsell, a school principal of Batemans Bay, takes a drink from the historic “Tropy”.
To commemorate the occasion, special Tropy shirts and caps have been commissioned. In what has also been declared as an historic move, the partners of Tropy’s, the “Tropettes”, have been invited to attend the welcome evening. Other activities planned for the weekend include Tropy cricket and Tropy golf. If there are any Tropy players who have not yet received their official tournam ent invitation, they have been requested to contact the organ isers on 6829 0663.
DAFFODIL DAY ON AUGUST 24 h is year’s Daffodil Day in aid of The Cancer Council will be held on Friday, August
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21. The target is to raise $2.5 mil lion. Last year, more than one million daffodils were sold in NSW. The daffodil is the international symbol of hope for people with cancer, and their friends and fami lies. Daffodil Day started in NSW in 1986. If you would like to help, visit www.cancercouncil.com.au, or phone 1300 656 585. ________
The NSW side competing in the Austraiian Deaf Bowiing Carnival at Perth recently.
SW came third in the Australian Deaf Lawn Bowls Championships held in Perth.
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to Deaf Lawn Bowls Australia was awarded to him for 28 years service as secretary during the Australian Deaf Bowling Carnival in Perth.
Western Australia was the winner, with Victoria in second place. For NSW, L. Pearson and G. Stevenson won the pairs event. T. Bryant, T. McMillan and L. Pearson were second in the triples. The next carnival will be held in Sydney in 2003. Teams have also been selected th represent Australia for the 4th International Deaf Bowling
Championships to be held in New Zealand in 2003. NSW will be represented by T. McMillan for the men, and B. Taber and B. Taylor for the women. Ben Taylor (NSW) will be the men’s manager, and Beryl Taylor (NSW) is the women’s manager. Meanwhile, Ben Taylor was one of two recipients of life membership for long service to the Australian Deaf Lawn Bowls Association. He has served as secretary for 28 years.
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Mehmbula Imlay BC 9th Fortune Fours winners - Reg Smith, Coi Curtis, John Browning and Les Vincent, with Marketing Director of major sponsor Edwards Australia, Alan Wright, in the centre. h e major sponsored event for the year at Merimbula-Imlay BC, the ninth annual Fortune Fours Tournament with $ 2 1,000 prize money, took place the week of Monday, April 30 to Thursday, May 3. At the conclusion of the last day, the following teams received the allocated prize monies:
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1st - Lead Reg Smith, 2nd Col Curtis (Tumut), 3rd John Brownlie (Kiama), skip Les Vincent (Narrandera) 12+77. 2nd - John Bone (Colac), Steve Douglas (Colac), Mark Armstrong (Sunbury), Alan Langley (Sunbury) 12+66. 3rd John Leonard (Scarborough Queensland), Les Sanderson (Moama), Neil Leonard (Essendon), Graham Harrison (Moama) 11+47. 4th - Noel Davey, Ken Paulson, Rod Tonkin, John Bice (Belconnen) 11+32. 5th - James Reynolds, Dave Gentles, Mick Duprez, Brett Duprez (Albion Park) 10+47. 6th - Jack O’Connell, Bill Guy, Ian Barrett, Rod Rafferty (Albion Park) 9+40. 7th - W. Wray, S. Green, T. Kelly, W. Nairn (Oak Flats) 9+35. 8th - Lindsay Wood (Goulburn), Karl Syndal (Camden), Harold Jopling (Bowral), Greg Connor (Bowral) 9+34. 9th - Noel Berryman (Burwood Vic.), John Birch (Bunwood), Mike Chittenden (Bunwood), Gary Mitchell (Glen Waverley) 9+27. 10th - N. Trembath (Paynesville), P. Wynd (Paynesville), T. Melotte (Bairnsdale), J. Ferguson (Bairnsdale) 9+11.
As well as the above prizemoney, all teams winning a game received $50. Over the seven days of play, the club was treated to top bowling from inter state players, both in the Fortune Fours and the $4,800 Men’s Open Pairs (which preceded the Fortune Fours). 6
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Second placegetters John Bone, Steve Douglas, Mark Armstrong, and Alan Womsiey, with Alan Wright in the centre.
Third placed John Leonard, Les Sanderson, Neil Leonard, and Graham Harrison, with Alan Wright in the centre.
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INCE my last report to you AWBC President, Beryl Brennan and on the AGM of Bowls BA Inc. President, Trevor Roach. Both Lenore and I again stressed Australia Limited (unified we would not enter any agreement to body), things have dramatically rejoin our respective bodies while changed.
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Firstly, as I have stated many times, I would not move on any rec onciliation package, on any promises by word of mouth, or in any way that may be detrimental to our ladies. 1 was asked to attend a meeting of the Executive of the AWBC (women’s) and BA Inc. Again 1 stressed that 1 was not interested in returning to BA Inc, while there may be any legal chance of us being drawn back into BAL as BA Inc. may still be tied to BAL until their resignation takes effect some time in September. I also stated I had given my word to our ladies that the men would not rejoin until both men and ladies agreed. At this meeting, the Executive of the AWBC agreed that BAL was a lost cause, and agreed with the Executive of BA Inc. to recommend that BAL be liquidated as soon as possible. This document was duly signed by both parties. My next meeting was with our Madam President, Lenore Dunn,
there was any chance of us being drawn back into BAL. I must add AWBC President Beryl was very helpful to our Madam President Lenore. Gentlemen, your delegates voting on behalf of your clubs. Districts, Zones voted 77-2 (1 abstaining) agreeing to the Board’s resolution with two adjustments. When BA Inc. accepts our docu ment as a legal agreement, then and only then would we apply for read mission.
Gentlemen, thank you for your 100% support. It allowed us to achieve what we thought was in the best interest of bowls in Australia. Many things are on the agenda for the future of BA Inc. Under the new board and council, 1 am sure this type of action would not have to happen again. As you all know, nobody wins this sort of battle. It has been stated by executives of other states that NSW has not used their votes for any direct benefit to NSW, and in the time I have been on
TO ALL CLUB/DISTRICT/ZONE SECRETARIES Royal NSW Bowling Association Inc has applied tor, and has been granted, re-admission to Bowls Australia Inc (Men’s) BA Inc., I agree that we really have always looked at the big picture.
Wearing the Australian Sports Medal Evening Functions On occasions such as evening receptions and dinners, where deco rations are prescribed, holders of the Australian Sports Medal should wear the miniature Medal on their left lapel.
Day Functions When attending day functions where decorations are prescribed, such as Anzac Day or Remembrance Day ceremonies, the full size insignia is normally worn. It is generally worn on the left lapel. The Medal forms part of the Australian Systems of Honours and Awards as a commemorative medal, and as such, does not extend to the recipient any use of post nomináis, (i.e. the use of initials after the recip ients name/title etc.). The executive recognised the importance of the honour bestowed on the recipients, and tried to pre sent the Australian Sports Medal at the most appropriate occasion in each case. I can assure you it was a thrill to be able to attend many functions, and see the pleasure it bought not only to the recipient, but also to his family and friends.
Around the clubs Watching the final of the Aristocrat Marrickville Pairs are State President Terry Murphy, Marrickville BC president Tom Smith, District president John Archer and Marrickville BC secretary Ron Bitmead. The event was won by S. Garvey and K. Walsh (Merrylands), with C. Moore and B. Melviiie second. 8
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Northern Rivers District’s Presidents Day was at Casino RSM BC, and what a very special day they put on for president Bob Ellis. I was very pleased not only for Bob, but - continued on pag e 10
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bowls in general, with the very posi tive vibes coming from all present. Three great days were enjoyed at St Johns Park BC for the Trans Tasman series, with New Zealand coming out on top of Australia. Once more it was well done St Johns Park, your hosting of this event for Bowls Australia was as usual first class. A rained out Presidents Day at Blacktown Diggers BC did not stop the spirit of the day, as every one in attendance was aware that president Bob Christie’s day has a record of eight rained out and two fine. I believe as the club is very suc cessful and financial, next year rain coats will be provided. I was looking forward to the game, as the way the draw may have gone, 1 was hoping to be able to have
revenge on Richard Amery, although I have been told he is on a roll. What a fantastic hosting of the Test Series ACT v NSW by Wollongong RSL. A week of rain did not stop the series being played. What great club co-operation when on day two the second test looked like being rained out. Wollongong RSL transported all players to Warilla BC, where the test took place in their fantastic indoor centre. Thank you, Warilla!
Official Opening Wal Filliponi was certainly a very proud president on the day at the official opening of the beautiful extensions to Dalmeny BC. Also very proud of the three terrific greens and surrounds to match. A club thriving on good sound management and dedication to the
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Quadrangular series was played at Harbord B & RC from Wednesday to Friday, March 28-30. he
The series involves two teams of four representing Norfolk Island, Lord Howe Island, ACT and NSW. Ned London opened the series and welcomed the visiting teams to the state. The NSW team of Les McAlpine (skip), Ralph Scott (third), Pel Brawson (second) and Clif Cunningham (lead), (Brian Sphor sub stituted for Pel on Thursday) played very good bowls. While a number of their games were very close, they went through the six games undefeated. The NSW team of Ron Dennis (skip), Maurie Bonney (third), Ned London (second) and Fred Leane (lead), (Joe Tranby substituted for Maurie, and Tom Giles for Ned on Thursday) won their first five games, and were defeated by the Lord Howe team skippered by Clive Wilson, who with his team played a great game of bowls. In the last game, NSW won the series with a total of 11 from a possi ble 12 points. 10
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The competition was very keen and all teams contributed with good bowling - competitive, but great com panionship. Leaders of the visiting sides were Danny Yaeger (Norfolk Island), Clive Wilson (Lord Howe Island) and Aub Rankin (ACT). Each of the leaders were high in their praise for the Harbord club’s facilities, green’s and the manner in which they conducted the event. RNSWBA President, Terry Murphy, and senior vice president Arthur Hutchison, were present for the final game, and enjoyed the qual ity of the bowls played by all teams. Terry thanked the Harbord club president, committee and staff for the conduct, presentation of the greens, surrounds, catering and all the arrangements for the series. He said it showed without any doubt that Harbord was a very good choice as venue for the State No.l Pennant play-offs and final, to be held there on Saturday, Sunday and Monday June, 9, 10 and 11. When presenting the Perpetual Trophy to NSW, Terry said it will remain at harbord until after the Pennant final.
CLUBFIRES Have you taken precautions to protect your valuable records, namely photographing your Honour Boards? bowlers and the community. Secretary Shane-Marie Smith never stopped all day and evening to make sure everyone left Dalmeny happy with the occasion (she really succeed ed). Again, I was afforded the privilege to officially hand over the Official Opening Plaque to John L. Smith, chairman of the Bankstown City BC. At this official opening of their mag nificent extensions, like Dalmeny, it was really good to be in clubs cele brating with their members the club’s success, and as I have said many times before, if we keep maximising the positives our sport has to offer, your club will progress and succeed. Secretary/manager David Cassidy certainly has that positive confidence. I will try and follow up with a more detailed report and photos of these two clubs next month.
Maitland Park 100th Anniversary Senior VP Arthur Hutchinson, State Councillor Des Skinner, Ted Cahill and I formed a team to help in their cele brations, and celebrate we did! The knowledge and memory a lot of the older members have of the early days of bowls and their survival is just outstanding. You could really listen to them all day (and I did). One hundred years on, and we still have this two-storied club, with three well appointed greens, situated in the beautiful Maitland City Park. It is no wonder Mayor Peter Blackmore is so proud to be associated with the club. Secretary/manager Gai Denovan, take a big bow. Well done! Also to Ken Blunt for all the memorabilia, it was outstanding and really showed bowlers at their best on and off the green.
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Progress Report b y Arthur Hutchinson, RNSWBA Senior Vice President and Chairman o f the Membership and Recruitment Committee
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E HAVE selected another hosts and, later on, our coaches. It three of our quickly was also great to see our men and growing list of success women worked together so well. stories to tell you about this “Now that we have proven to our
One is a small country club that will be of special interest to all small clubs.
South Cronulla Revitalised South Cronulla chairman, Ray Wood, tells us of his club’s success with justified pride; “Our club has been revitalised as a result of our open day on March 4. We were in serious trouble before hand, but our success has given us a big boost. “We had 33 guests, 25 booked in for coaching, 20 have now joined as bowling members and four may yet join, as their coaching has been inter rupted. “After the Zone 13 recruitment seminar at Sutherland in November, we decided to give How to Recruit Successfully a real try. We are very glad we did. “How to recruit Successfully is a world beater and we recommend it to all clubs without any reservations,” added club president Bill Klein. South Cronulla recruited its guests in the recommended ways, using per sonal contact in the main. However, one of its initiatives was to send 300 personal invitation letters to selected people. The club also received valuable publicity through the local communi ty newspaper, the St George and Sutherland Leader, on the initiative of Andrew Schneller, a keen member of the Membership Promotion Committee that Ray Wood chairs. Ray summed up by saying: “Our recruitment success has given our club a real shot in the arm. Our new recruits are pleased with the club, especially by the friendly way we have given them personal atten tion. Amongst other things, each has a mentor or buddy to look after them as they settle in to our club. “We all found it a satisfying and rewarding project, e.g. our individual 12
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selves that How to recruit Successfully works just great for us, we have decided on a repeat perfor mance in early Spring.” Our congratulation to South Cronulla on such a good effort. It is pleasing to hear that your efforts were so well rewarded and that you are so pleased with our new recruit ment model. We wish you similar success with your repeat project in Spring.
Big Rise at Hunters Hill Hunters Hill has increased its membership by 14%, but it hopes to more than double that increase through its next open day in early October. What an achievement that would be! It has a Membership Promotion Committee of five, chaired by Glenys Ferguson - and why not! MPC’s and recruitment are joint ventures by men and women, and it is great to see a woman taking a leading role, and doing it with such success. Glenys is also president of the women’s club and, with the m en’s president, Ron Squires, and others from their club, she attended our first seminar on How to Recruit Successfully, conducted by John Dolan and Peter Lyons last October. Ron is on the MPC too. “We rated the seminar and How to Recruit Successfully very highly. They gave us a new perspective and hope on membership and recruit ment. We were determined to be suc cessful and we certainly needed to be,” says Glenys. “We have started well and our experience in March and recent m onths will help us greatly in October,” she added. “Apart from using a personal approach in recruiting guests, we got useful assistance through building up a good relationship with our local newspaper and radio station. Incidentally, we found that a lot of
people did not even know there was a bowling club in Hunters Hill. “Also, we sent out 4,500 flyers and these seemed to pay off fairly well for us. The total cost of our open day was $500. “We are a smallish club with a pre vious total of 109 men and women bowlers. The addition of our 15 new members was very welcome and long overdue. We will work hard to retain these members too, now that we have good guidance on how to do it. “I hope that we can double our membership in two years or so.” We hope that you do just that, Glenys, and Hunters Hill. Congratulations to you all. What great ambition and vision you have. We are sure that your success will encourage others to try to emulate your efforts.
Bodalla’s Great Start Bodalla is a small country club of 40 men and women bowlers, and looks like gaining an increase of about 25% from an open day held a few weeks ago. They recruited 20 guests and 15 are now being coached. Full details will be provided next month. This shows that you do not have to be in the big league or near a city to get good results from How to Recruit Successfully.
C O N TR IB U TO R S TO Z O N E PAGES are reminded that the deadline for copy is always the first day of the month prior to the month of publi cation. Upcoming deadlines are; July 1 for August issue August 1 for September issue September 1 for October issue October 1 for Nov/Dec issue. Material must be received by the Editor at the offices of the RNSW BA by the deadline date in order to ensure production schedules are met each month. Late copy cannot be accepted.
KOTARA’S ANNUAL SOCIAL DAY REUNITES PLAYERS OTARA BC each year con ducts a social day of bowls for former and pre sent rugby league players.
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This year, the event brought together 112 players on the greens, which included some of the District’s “greats”. Australian representative Ned Andrews and NSW representatives Ken Mogg, Jim Scoular, Allan Dagwell played. Kotara BC members who repre sented Newcastle and Country - Jim Keirs, Alf Fairhall, John Daly - were also there. Dress for the day was Mufti, and it was certainly a sight to see so many of the players decked out in their old club colours. The jumpers still caused a little rivalry between the boys. Noel Dagwell wore a NSW State of Origin jumper worn by Paul Harragon (The Chief) in the 1992 series. This autographed jumper was put up for auction to help a charity. Kids with Cancer, and Noel was the high est bidder. He proudly wore it all day. Two families, the Dagwell’s and the Daly’s, each were represented by three generations. The Dagwell’s - Charlie, his broth er Noel, and son Allan, and Noel’s grandson, Adam. Charlie played for Central Newcastle along with Noel - Allan and Adam played for West Newcastle. The Daly’s - John (Jock) played for North Newcastle and Taree, son Ken played with West Newcastle, as did the grandson Kegan. At High Tea, a number of the for mer “greats” spoke about the events in the good old days and how they played the game. The game has certainly changed due to new laws. It seems that back in the days before the tackle number rule was introduced, a team could hold the ball until they lost posses sion. Kotara is very proud to hold the
' Ken Daly, Kegan Daly, John (Jock) Daly, Charlie Dagwell, Noel Dagwell,
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annual social bowls day, and the attendees certainly look forward to each event to catch up with team mates and opposition players. The organisers, Jim Keirs and Ray Robinson, were thanked by speakers at High Tea.
They are now busy getting ready for the next big day. It is hoped a side of eight players representing the Newcastle Knights will play in a chal lenge match against the former greats. Neale Davis
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R A Y TOZER — RNSWBA SPORTS ADMINISTRATOR and planning by the respective club mem bership committees. Maintain the focus and continual forward plan ning effort, which will ensure success.
Young men at top of international scene
“Introduction to Lawn Bowls” booklets All clubs are encour aged to support their club coach, together with their Membership and Recruitment Committee activities by purchasing the recently reprinted booklet, “Introduction to Lawn Bowls” - available from the Sports Administrator. • Minimum order is 10 copies at $1.10 per copy (inclusive of GST and postage).
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• Twenty-two year old Chris Young made a sensational senior international debut when he starred in England’s first Test victory over Australia.
England adventurously introduced 22 year old Chris Young to their Senior Side against Australia earlier this year in the England v Australia Test Series. This is a name to make note of for future international reference. The face and image of our game has and will continue to evolve for the overall benefit of the sport as a whole. Not withstanding its develop ment, the game will always cater for players of all ages and at all levels for the participants’ enjoyment. 14
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Junior Bowls - Development Our future stars and valued regis tered bowling members take their first step towards playing the game, “Lawn Bowls a Game for All Ages”, at the recent Riverstone BC mem bership and recruitment day. Superstars Karen Murphy and Cameron Curtis supported the day, which proved a great success. What is your club doing to support itself with the efforts to encourage new registered bowling members?
Membership Open Days Success stories are continuing to be reported following the hard work
This excellent Bowling Association loose-leaf, bound man ual is a must for all club coaches. It is readily available from the Association. Does your club have this reference material as yet? If not, 1 would recommend that you purchase a club copy - cost $28.60 (inclusive of GST and postage of $7.00).
8th Australian Masters Games The “Peoples Games” are to be hosted by Newcastle and the Hunter between October 5 and 14. It is anticipated that some 12,000 Masters Athletes will compete. Lawn Bowls (minimum age 30) Contact Denis Broad, Zone 2 secre tary, 4929 3441. With Lawn Bowls being played October 8-12, and the host club being Valentine BC, join in the fun. Sport levy $11.00 per person.
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^S/iailhox Rethinking points for pennants SIR: Scoring systems and competition rules are meant to ensure the application of common sense. They are not entitled to our unquestioning observance just because they exist and always have done. If they fail to produce results that accord with com m on sense, they should be replaced. I think that the system used in pennants matches fre quently fails to aw ard the points that common sense says should be awarded. I also think that some of the rules that govern the way pennants competition is con ducted fail the common sense test. And just as Rugby changed its systems for allocating points in its prem ierships and the Super 12 when it became obvious that the old system did not make com plete sense, so we should be prepared to change ours. Here are just two examples of how I think our systems can produce results that are not sensible. And while I think that the problem and the solution are both fairly obvious in the first, the second is not so easy to solve. Example 1. N orth easily wins all three games against South (by 40-15, say). N orth get 6 points and South get 0. On the same day. East play West. After a neck and neck battle in which nothing separated the two sides except a couple of lucky breaks that favoured East on the last end in each game. East wins each game by a single shot. The incredibly lucky East gets 6 points for its most unconvincing win, the same as the utterly dominant N orth that w on by 75 shots. The incredibly unlucky West gets 0 points even though it fell just 3 short of vic tory after 1200 bowls had been put clown, the same as the totally outgunned South that lost by 75! Common sense says that it is crazy that the two win ning sides should get the same reward here, and the two losing sides the same penalty. But that's w hat we give them! Example 2. It's the last round of pennants. Side A trails Side B by 2 points but likes its chances of overtak ing them because Side B has to play the very tough, third placed Side C. Side A wins its match 5-1. Side B goes dow n 0-6 against Side C. The delighted Side A thus wins the section by 3 clear points and spends the next five days preparing for the playoff. Two days before the playoff, somebody discovers that Side C played an ineligible player. All the points scored by that player's team are cancelled. As a result. Side B is given hack 1 point for that player's game (which it had lost on the ddcy). It is also given back 3 for the aggregate (which it had also lost on the day). This gives Side B a 4-2 "win" in a match in which, on the day, it was well beaten. It also gives it the section title. Side A is told not to bother showing up for the play offs because Side B takes its place. Side A cannot help but notice that the penalty imposed on the guilty Side C leaves it in third place, the same position it would have occupied had it not breached the rules. This is not the place to propose a definitive replace m ent for the scoring system. It is the place to get people thinking about w hether the system can be improved (as I believe it can). I think we should start right now to col lect and evaluate possible replacement systems. 16
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Eor starters, here are a couple of ideas for addressing the problem in Example 1. Idea 1. Award 1 point for each rink as at present. Allow a further 5 points for the aggregate. If the aggre gate margin 1-9, give the winner 3 and the loser 2. If the margin is 10-19, give the winner 4 and the loser 1, if the margin is 20 or more, give the winner 5 and the loser 0. Idea 2. Scrap the points for individual rinks and allow 10 points per match to be awarded on just the aggregate, as per this table: Loser 5 4 3 2 1 0
Winner
Margin (shots) Tie 1-5 6-10 11-20 21-30 31 +
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How these ideas would work is shown in the follow ing table. For the two games in Example 1, it gives the points awarded under the existing system and those that would be awarded under Idea 1 and Idea 2. System Existing Idea 1 Idea 2
North 6 8 10
South 0 0 0
East 6 6 6
West 0 2 4
GLEN COULTON, Mona Vale BC
Reserves suggested SIR: How many team games consisting of 12 players, once the game starts, have no reserves on the bench? Bowls is the only one that comes to mind. I believe its time we moved forward and allowed three reserves on the bench for all permant grade competitions. Once a player has been replaced, he cannot return to that game. The player or players once replaced sit on the bench. This w ould help the team if players are sick through ill ness, or its just having one of those days we all experi ence. Replace one player, or all three players, in any one game, or to any one team. We need our team game to allow all players behind the head of the green. While on the subject of Pennant competitions, we should allow the lead and second on the green with the skip or the third, at least two metres behind the head. Like they do in World Bowls International competi tion, this would make the game far more interesting for all the team players. This generates more excitement and interest for all the players and spectators alike. I hope this letter generates some healthy debate, as we need to move this great game forward. These are my own personal views. What do you all think? KEVIN CASSERLY, Bradbury
AN OPEN FORUM FOR REARERS It's a great game SIR: I was beginning to think that there was something wrong with my communication skills, as I have found it necessary, on a regular basis, to jazz up the clubs in Zone 10 with requests tor information to go into the Zone 10 column. Mind you, those pleas have mostly fallen on deaf ears! However, I have been somewhat (negatively) cheered up by the comments in different Zone columns by other Zone publicity officers facing the same problem, and seeking more information from their clubs. I never cease to be amazed at the number of players who, when I am playing at their club, ask why it is that nothing about their club appears in the Zone column. When told that it is because nothing is submitted the regular answer is: I will chase up our publicity officer. Inevitable result: nothing! If clubs wish to progress, one of the best ways is to let their Zone publicity officers know what their future plans are, send them a copy of your club newsletter and flyers for your open events, results of games and any interesting personal items. Come on, "lets talk up bowls - it's a great game." E.B. PHILLIPS, Zone 10 Publicity Officer
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A la ílb o c x : No real interest SIR: The article in the "Coaching" segment in the May issue of "Bowls Alive" w ould be useful to someone who was going to be involved in greenkeeping, but not to the average bowler. The Laws / C of P allow bowlers to have at least two practice ends before the game starts, and it is from these practice ends that a bowler learns w hat weight and grass is required to draw a bowl to the jack. The dimensions of the green and the ditches, and the height and slope of the banks are all in accordance with the Laws of the Game, and one shudders to think of the reaction of a club's controlling body and the green's staff if they are faced w ith a group of bowlers dem anding to know dimensions, w hat the green's staff did to the greens etc, etc. As has been said, the practice ends will tell a bowler w hat w eight and grass he requires, and if he can't learn from these, all the technical and horticultural informa tion in the w orld w on't help him. W hat do you reckon? TOM MATTHIAS, Wiseman Park-Wollongong City BC
Re-birth is appealing SIR: W hen I started to play bowls about six years ago, I w ould read in every issue of "Bowls Alive" someone waging w ar on the narrow biased (or cheaters bowls). On and on it went, issue after issue. Then nothing, and I look around and see the great majoriW of bowlers, of all ages, using the very bowls the decried. I also see advertisements for newer, better and dare I say even narrower bowls, and still not a word. OK, so now it's acceptable to use this equipm ent and guess what, the game hasn't been destroyed after all. But hold on, a new point of contention has raised its ugly head and is now the favourite topic of discussion.
"Mufti", "casual" or "social attire" (pick one of the aforementioned) has threatened to tear the game apart and see all tradition that the game of bowls has proudly accumulated thrown out the window. Really? No, I don't think so, it's just not that impor tant an issue. An issue, I might add, that will eventually go the way of the "cheaters bowls" debate. A look at recent copies of this very publication will tell you that not only is mufti a very popular form of dress with the younger people in the community, and I seem to recall that they are our target for recruitment, but also a favoured alternative of the RNSWBA (look to Ray Tozers report in the March issue). Dressing in creams for social or gala bowls has its supporters, but it also has its detractors, many of whom are mature age bowlers. The point that we should all be looking at is, that if mufti or social attire will result in more bowlers on the green, so be it! The clubs will make sure that a standard of dress is set and maintained. To those people who think that the game will never be the same if some change to tradition occurs, I would say to you to look upon change as a metamorphism, and remember that a re-birth of the game is far more appeal ing than the demise of same. JOHN WOODGER, Director, Rathmines Memorial BC
Authority of laws SIR: I share Syd Keever's frustration about rules and inconsistency (Bowls Alive - April), but not because of conditions of play, which are the responsibility of con trolling bodies, not umpires. My concern is the re-introduction of the practice of issuing rulings and interpretations that underm ine the authority of the laws. Let me give three examples. Example 1 is from Umpires News in Bowls Alive -
NSW LAWN BOWLS LEGENDS VTURF CRAFTSMEN This “White Pocket”Reunion Day is the basis for the NSW Lawn Bowls Legend match against the “Turfcraftsmen” - our NSW Greenkeepers Association. Former NSW representative players who have not played for the State during the last five years are eligible for selection. Interested players should advise Chairman of Selectors Ron Dennis in writing of their availability. D ate: V en u e:
MONDAY, JULY 30, 2001 TAMWORTH CITY BOWLING CLUB
20 players to be selected - 5 rinks of 4 21 ends and master board scoring Lunch 12 noon - Rollup 1.00pm
A great day is assured with spectators most welcome! For further details contact either Ron Dennis or RayTozer (ph 9283 4555) or by writing to:
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March 2001, in which the finish (or completion) of the end is defined as being 'at the instant at which the final result of the end is agreed upon'. This is contrary to Laws lC(iii) and 44, and contradicts the interpretation given in Bowls Alive - July 2000. Example 2 is from the same article and refers to the requirement for the end to be restarted if the wrong lead plays first. There is no mention in any law of restarting the end if the wrong lead plays first. The offending lead is simply playing out of turn and the relevant laws are 52A and 52D(ii). Example 3 is the ruling contained in Advice No 5 per mitting two players in a team of fours to each use two bowls from tne one set, and quoting Law ID(ii) as the authority. The ruling ignores Law 9C, which requires bowls used by a player to bear the player's individual engraving as a distinguishing mark. Furthermore, in the absence of an individual distinguishing mark, neither player could avoid using all four bowls during the course of the game, and would be disqualified under Law 59A(ii)(d) for changing bowls. I am running an um pire's course, and my immediate concern is the possibility that one or more of the exam ples will appear in the examination paper. This would be most inappropriate because the actual authority for the requireci answer is the ruling or interpretation and not the law book. The last time the laws were underm ined by rulings and interpretations, umpires reacted by resigning in droves. It took a new law book as the sole authority on the laws of the game to reverse the trend. The authority of the law book is once again under threat, and umpires cannot be expected to react any more favourably this time around. HARRY WILES, Tuross Lakes BC
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JViciilhox Success with slim margins SIR: The recently completed pennant series of the Wagga and District BA saw the Riverina Australian Football Club BC contest the final in three of the five grades, ie No.2, No.5 and No.6. In these three finals, the "Rules" club won 4 four rinks and lost five rinks, but m anaged to finish with an over all m argin of seven shots. This result was enough for the club to secure the "flag" in each of the three grades contested, which is a unique achievement. The No.2 grade w on one rink, but clinched the aggre gate by three shots (63-60). Similarly the No.5 grade w on only one rink, and fell in by fhe narrow est of margins, w inning 53-52. The No.6's did not have things all their own way
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either, but were successful on two rinks with a margin of three shots 61-58. All three finals were obviously very competitive and right f'throughtense for both the players and spectators ri^ht out the afternoon. Can any other club boast such success with similar marginal results. BARRY KENNY, R.A.EC BC, Wagga Wagga
Bulahdelah hosts juniors SIR: The small community of Bulahdelah, with a lation of approximately 1100, situated on the Pacitic Highway m idw ay between Newcastle and Taree, hosted the Zone 6 finals of the Junior Pairs and Fours events on Saturday and Sunday April 28 and 29. The finals were played between the H unter and Manning Districts, with the Manning victors over the Hunter in the Pairs event played Saturday in a closely fought game. Sunday saw the H unter reverse the outcome in the fours event, winning with a good margin. Some of those in attendance over the two days were the Manning District president, Alan Lee, District secre tary, Bob Bell, and Ashley Shoesmith, Junior Bowls co ordinator, M anning District, with Jack Daniels and Jack Carroll (Junior Bowls) representing the Hunter. Zone 6 representative to the Royal, Bill TajTor, was also in atten dance on Sunday, plus parents and supporters. An introduction to lawn bowls session had been planned for the Sunday morning, and went ahead on the second green during the Fours match on N o.l green, after morning tea. Merv Rowsell and Alan Shearer (Forster BC), and coaches in the Manning District Coaching Committee were in attendance to give their knowledge and experi ence to six new bowlers, and assist five regular bowlers in various stages of their game. Both coaches and players declared it a successful day which concluded with a sausage sizzle. Many thanks to all involved. Grand United Bulahdelah BC joined the Manning District in January of this year after 46 years w ith the Newcastle District Zone 2, and has already hosted three Zone finals, thanks to Manning District and Zone 6. Bulahdelah club has 45 registered men bowlers and 26 affiliated wom en bowlers - three junior members a total membership including social members of 859. KEN TOWERS, President, Grand United Bulahdelah BC
AN OPEN FORUM FOR REARERS Favoured for medal SIR: Re Belfield BC, of which I am a member. In the Pennants season, 2001, Belfield fielded three sides in Zone 12 - 5's, 6's and 7's. Each side won its respective section, with the 6's win ning the Zone final, and the 5's bein runners up, and the 7's coming thiri Belfield BC also has 25 vision impaired bowlers. This group started in William Street, ^ d n e y , in 1955, then moved to The Royal Blind Society in 1972. W hen the green was taken from them in 1989, Enfield BC allowed them the use of their greens until their club closed down. Belfield than came to the rescue, and on Saturday m ornings some very keen bowlers enjoy their game, followed by their choice of a lunch which they purchase from the club's kitchen. Over the years, the NSW Blind Bowlers conduct their own State and National Championship Games each year. A representative plays in the National competition each year. This is held in different states. This year it will be in Coffs Harbour. Every four years they play in the World Bowls Championsnips. With the aid of "helpers", our blind
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bowlers have won gold, silver and bronze medals in all games. This year, a team including one of Belfiem's bowlers, Patricia Seath, will compete in the Nationals in Coffs Harbour. Pat has also been chosen to play in the World Bowls Cham pionship to be held in Scotland later this year. As there is no funding from the Blind Society or government, fund raising has been a pressing issue for Pat, who w on the w orld bowls championship in New Zealand in 1977. Pat suffers from retinitis pigmen tosa and w ent blind overnight, which is very unusual w ith this dis ease. She sees nothing at all, and took up bowling about 10 years after she became blind. Pat's bowling partner, Dorothy Hession, has worked tirelessly m ak ing and selling jams and pickles in the hope that she can raise as much of the $5,000 travelling costs per person. Belfield BC is also helping by organising social events in their bowls calendar. Pat is favoured to pick up a medal in Scotland. Please make out a cheque to Belfield Blind and Vision Impaired Bowling Club and send it to the president Margaret Street, Belfield, NSW 2191. ANNETTE ELOWER, Belfield BC
Think outside the square SIR: Your correspondents Bruce Shaw and Syd Keevers (April "Bowls Alive") really should start thinking outside the square. Likewise, some Zone and Club Match Committees. Both Law 14 and Law 16 say "rink", not "rinks" when referring to practice. Eor Pennants, the rink of play is not known until a minimum or 10 minutes before the start of trial ends (C of P 4.6 and 4.7), although the three rinks of play are usually desig nated just as soon as the greenkeeper has completed preparation, which, lets face it, is the only valid reason for denying a roll-up. Some clubs permit roll-ups only on the line of the rink peg to reduce wear on the centre-line and line of subsequent play - a sensible precau-
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tion which should be mandatory. Rolling up on the rink of play confers no real advantage over rolling up on any other rink on that green in assessing weight and grass needed. So w hy the ban? The argum ent on roll-ups prior to Pennants is a divi sive issue at present, whicn found a point of expression in Wamberal club in that those clubs reciprocating the offer to allow practice being granted similar rights on the return visit. Due to massive nematode damage to Wamberal N o.l green last year, the no.2 green did not come in until after m e start of Permant round 1. Green N o.l at start of play on 10/2/01 was running 11.8 seconds. A nother club I belong to (The Entrance) on the same day had both the greens for Pennant play running at 14.5 seconds. Most other greens in the Zone w ould have been running a similar speed. N ow anyone who has played on such a slow green as that at Wamberal on that day has an immense advan tage over someone used to playing on a faster green, which w ould not be overcome by the playing of two trial ends - and vice versa for slow to fast greens. Roll on the roll-ups! STEVE LAMBERT, Wamberal and The Entrance EC's
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SIR: As a small club, we have enthusiastically endorsed President Terry M urphy's call to promote new member ship. Following the fine seminars in our area, we formed a new Membership Promotion Committee under the lead ership of Craig Watford (who started playing in September, 1999). He quickly organised a team from the m en and women. In our past, our open days had been considered a suc cess if we had four or five turn up. On their first effort, 33 came and played, enjoyed a drink and sausage sizzle, two rang and apologised. We were very fortunate also to have our local MP, Andrew Tink, join us for morning tea to help promote our efforts. Fifteen have already booked for lessons with our coaches, seven have said that they would be interested to play later, and we shall keep in touch with them. In addition, there are three who have recently com menced lessons as a result of personal approaches by members who had been exhorted to look around them for candidates, and two who have played before and can start now. All in all, a good result for bowls, thanks to Terry's enthusiasm and leadership. JACK MARSHALL, Secretary, North Epping BC
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SECOND TEST With heavy rain still falling during the luncheon adjournment, Wollongong’s bowls administrator. Norm Chant, had taken the early precaution of arranging to transfer the matches to the indoor rinks at Warilla in such an emergency. With many of the players on both sides strangers to the indoor surface.
the game finished with NSW winning on only two rinks, 73-63. Duprez won 20-16, Glasson 2211, Johnston and Anderson going down 15-16 and 16-20 respectively.
THIRD TEST Back at Wollongong on Wednesday morning in beautiful weather, the Fli-Jackers dominated the match. Duprez and Glasson remained undefeated with scores of 24-23 and 34-10, while Johnston had his worst series for a long time going down 1621. Steve Anderson’s team had a good series with a 25-13 win. Adam Jeffery was awarded the Keno “Player of the Series” Award. Prior to the series officially start ing, the State Side played a “friendly” against the local Zone 16 representa tive side.
In a very competitive match, NSW. won 89-66. With local heroes, Troy Somerville and Tom Ellem against them and Leif Selby, Wayne Crane and Geoff McGillivray playing for the Reserves Side, the Zone 1 players turned in a credible per formance. These matches against the local Zone Sides can only enhance the game and allow- the best players in the area to display their skills against the best players in the state. Also played on the Monday afternoon was a “warm-up” match between the NSW Reserve Side and the visiting ACT side. Results were: W. Crane, S. Fairfull, W. Hopley, L. Selby 15-17. A. Todd, B. Benson, B. Pritchard, G. Brown 1519. J. Churton, J. Bezear, S. Ashdown, S. Clark 3210. A. Gleeson, G. McGillivray, J.F. Roberts, R. Hill 14-31. ACT 77, NSW Reserves 76. •
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• NSW V ACT - Standing: Kim Jaques, Adam Jeffery, John Roberts, Paui Cousins, Phii Bushby (Mgr),
Bob Fishiock (Mgr), Cameron Curtis, Steve Anderson, Peter Stockham, Tom Eiiem. Seated: Steve Giasson, Rex Johnston, Simon Lack, Troy Somerviiie, Terry Murphy State President, Brett Duprez, Sam Laguzza, Kevin Trezise, Kevin Waish.
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UMPIRES NEWS Ask the right question When you are marking a singles game you should answer all ques tions of fact briefly and quickly, and as far as possible, with a “yes” or a “no” provided such a reply is not likely to be misleading. At the same time you should not supply informa tion not asked for. Imagine you are the marker. The player on the mat asks “Am I one up?” You look at the head. You see that he is not. How do you reply? A “no” answer could be mislead ing. It might mean that the player is more than one up or it might mean that he is down. The player could easily misinterpret the message. So what should you say? In a recent survey, experienced players were quite varied in their opinions. • 25% of those surveyed always answer “no” since it was a specific question, • 20% mentally insert the words “at least” into the question ie the question becomes “Am I at least one up?” Then answer accordingly, • 5% answer “no ” if the player is down otherwise tell the player
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how many shots he is holding, • 35% ask the player to re phrase the question, • 15% respond in some other way. This page will not give a definitive guideline. Trying to teach all mark ers in the State how to answer a poorly worded question is the wrong solution. Instead we should be encouraging all players to give a bit more thought to their questions. So how about trying to make life easier for markers. When you are playing singles always think about what you need to know. Then phrase the appropriate question. For example: . • Am I holding? • Am I down? • How many am I up? • How many am 1 down? • What is the position? Although this question is sometimes ridiculed it is widely accepted as a reasonable ques tion. No doubt you know of other poorly phrased questions that cause you difficulty. Well, players are never going to mend their ways unless you encourage them to “ask the right question”. This can be done, and often is, by a brief discus
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sion with the players before play starts as to the questions they may ask and how they want them answered.
Right question, right answer, wrong message Sometimes the right question is not enough. Players have to under stand the implications of what they have asked. In a recent singles match player B was on the mat preparing to play the last bowl of the end. He asked “Have I got shot?” The marker replied “Yes.” Player B then turned to his oppo nent and said “1 will take the shot and declare the head.” On reaching the head player B realised that he actually had two shots. He claimed two as the result of the end. Player A objected saying that player B had declared the result at one up. What was the result of the end, one to player B or was it two? Talk it out with your fellow bowlers. We will give the Umpires’ Committee opinion next month.
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COACHING AIDS ---------------- By----------------o s t sports in Australia BARRY P LA N T are associated with For the State Coaching Committee coaching facilities and practice routines to maintain performance and fitness. of about four metres in which both
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Coaching aids are a part of this preparation, which provides similari ty to the sport being played during the practice periods. Lawn bowls also one of these sports that have a great variety of coaching aids and apparatus avail able for all stages in bowling, whether as a beginner or advanced stage, including the handicapped or dis abled. The theory matter is also available on subjects related to some of these coaching aids both for coach and player providing correct procedures and layout of equipment are proper ly organised and used. Coaching aids are ideal for the beginner, individual practice, pen nant teams and sides making these practices flexible, challenging and most of all enjoyable. There are a variety of coaching aids available, both for the bowler and coach, in which some are listed below in many forms.
Advanced and Basic Principles Coaching Aids A complete range of markers and pop-up targets specially designed for drawing, driving and advanced shots or special practice routines are avail able. Most of these targets are inserted into the playing surface, remaining static throughout the activity and hav ing no affect on a bowl in its course. These types of aids are flexible and suitable for all stages of coaching whether for individual or group prac tice routines and save time in reset ting the jack or bowls during a lesson or practice. These aids are also designed for theory subjects, such as Angles Of The Green and Margin of Error. The pop-up targets, centre line and aiming lines are also suitable for indoor coaching particularly during inclement weather.
The Delivery Practice Chute Designed for a jack or bowl to be delivered into the chute at a distance
are returned to the mat line. Most suitable for concentration on delivery practice and correction of delivery, not having to retrieve jack or bowl. This chute is also suitable for indoor coaching programs with spe cial centre and aiming lines designed for this purpose, particularly in inclement weather and also ideal for home practice anywhere carpet is laid.
Video Technique The concept consist of Student Analysis and Group Analysis Techniques with theory and practical procedures. Although the standard procedures are available for all subjects men tioned there are certain techniques required in handling this type of equipment to obtain the best results. They take practice and know-how. • Video viewing enables the player to see their action as it really is, and allows a quicker adjustment in which skill improvement may be quite dramatic • Provides the student and the coach with detailed feedback, and a real time record of the action rather than a set of increasingly hazy memories. • The video is flexible, you can review the performance any num ber of times, analyse the sequence in slow motion or freeze-frame an instant. • The pupil may view his faults on camera and then again after cor rections have been made. This pro vides instant evidence of improvement or of faults still need ing attention.
The Mechanical Arm The mechanical arm is made of an alloy with a polyester coating weigh ing only one kilogram and is designed to pick up the jack or bowl so that they can be delivered without bending or stepping. The delivery is made using a fixed or semi fixed stance to provide stabil ity throughout the delivery.
The arm is approved for use in association, pennant and club events. A bowler has to show a doctor’s certificate for proof that he needs to use a mechanical arm to play bowls.
The Dump Mat This mat of a special design is made of light plastic sheeting about three metres long, which is placed at the leading edge of the mat then rolled out covering the delivery area of the rink for either hands to be played. The mat receives the impact of the bowl dumped or thrown onto its sur face without any affect to the green through a bad delivery, which has always been a great concern to most clubs. This mat protects the playing sur face of the rink and is ideal for clubs who have problems with players in this category, allowing them to still enjoy a game of bowls without embarrassment to both member and club.
The Bowls Chute This apparatus is designed to show the bias of bowls on the green with out human influence, but it is not offi cial bowls testing equipment. This equipment is used to clarify theory and practical exercises carried out under playing conditions based on line and length proving theory and practical matter to be correct.
Theory and Coaching Aids Coaching is an art and science, therefore coaches being accredited and proceeding to higher levels have particular study units on subject mat ter that is required ad necessary for them to have knowledge and practi cal experience on these subjects, before proceeding to higher levels through examination. Many of these subjects require the assistance of other forms of aids such as chalkboard or white board, blanket board, drops or charts, diagrams, overhead projector, video-television or any other form to make instruc tion clear and simple by using visual aids to assist the coach to clarify and simplify the teaching particularly in a class room situation. - co ntinued n ext page BOW LS ALIVE — JUNE 2 0 0 1
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against England, New Zealand and h e Australian bowls side will seek to continue its Scotland. dominance of Wales when Kerkow will play lead in the pairs the two nations clash in a ‘oneand second in the triples combina off’ Test match at the Tweed tion. Heads BC’s stadium on June Australia’s N o .l ranked player, 14.
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Australia has played Wales annual ly since 1998 and has won all three Tests. Last year’s Test match was a thriller, with Australia recording a remarkable extra end victory in the deciding triples rubber after trailing by a significant margin late in the game. The Australian selectors have announced one change to the threeman side that played Scotland in May, replacing Adam Jeffery with Kelvin Kerkow. It will be the local hero’s first game for Australia since last August, having missing selection for this year’s Tests
Glasson, will play singles, with the experienced Johnston skipping both the pairs and triples. Wales has named a completely new-look side, comprising Malcolm Bishop, Jason Greenslade and Will Thomas. Bishop has played almost 50 indoor and outdoor internationals for Wales, and won the British Isles Outdoor Pairs Championship last year. He has also collected a Welsh pairs and fours title, as well as Welsh indoor pairs and triples crowns. Greenslade, the youngest of the trio at 31 years-of-age, is currently ranked No. 12 on the World Bowls Tour, and has advanced as far as the
Australian men’s and of four gold, one solver and a bronze women’s bowls sides will from the eight men’s and women’s be looking for a haul of events contested. gold medals from the 2001 AsiaStaged at the Moama BC on Pacific Bowls Championship in October 22-31, the biennial Asia late October. Pacific Bowls Championship features
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Conclusion There are many constructive prac tice routines to follow with equipment available for both individual and group practices, but it would be advisable to contact an accredited coach who is familiar with these aids and practices to gain full benefit. Some bowlers have made their own coaching aids. Most bowlers play 25% of their time and practice 75%. What are you prac ticing? Articles and items mentioned are not for sale through the RNSWBA Inc but information is available from the State Coaching Committee. 30
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Last month’s Coaching article was incorrectly credited to Kevin Mahoney, of Kurd Kurd BC, from information supplied by the State Coaching Committee. But he writes: “1 am not the author of ‘Player’s Assessment of the Green’ and I do not want to be accredited with someone else’s work. “In the issue of ‘Coaching Times’ from which the adicle was reproduced, 1 did have a coaching adicle printed, but it was headed ‘Some Thoughts on Bowls Coaching.’ “I would be grateful if you would make mention of the error in the next issue.”
semi-finals in the tough World Indoor Singles Championship. He has won five Welsh titles at ‘open’ level, and has represented Wales regularly since 1987. Thomas comes to Australia with excellent credentials, including gold medals from both the Commonwealth Games and World Bowls. He was a members of the suc cessful Welsh four at the 1986 Commonwealth Games and was a pairs silver medallist at the 1998 Games in Kualur Lumpur. Thom as’ record at the world championships is equally as impres sive and includes a fours gold medal from the 2000 event in South Africa, as well as pairs bronze (1988 and 1996) and fours silver (1996). The singles, pairs and triples games in the Test match between Australia and Wales will be telecast nationally on the ABC and FoxSports.
Cook Islands, Fiji, Hong Kong, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Norfolk Island, Papua New Guinea, Philippines (women only), Singapore, Thailand, USA, Samoa and Brunei will contest the event. As reigning world champions, the Australian men’s side will go into the event with a proud record to protect. In 1999, the side won gold in pairs, triples and fours and a bronze medal in the singles. The women’s record at the last championship was not quite as impres sive with gold in the pairs and silver in the triples. Once again. New Zealand loom as the major threat to Australia’s gold medal aspirations in both the men’s and women’s sections. The Asia Pacific Bowls Championship takes on added signifi cance for several bowling nations with the final standings playing a role in determining which nations compete at the men’s 2004 World Bowls event. Further information about the Asia Pacific Championship, including event details and accommodation options, can be obtained from Chris Young or Graeme Bridge at the Moama BC on (03) 5480 9777.
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By BEN STEPHENS
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Phone: 4929 3441
h e Newcastle District (Zone 2) will have a new N o.l Grade Saturday Pennant Champion, as defending titleholders Hamilton have failed to qualify for the semi-finals.
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Phone: 6772 3228
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he Zone 3 Junior Singles Champion is Mark Berghofer, from Inverell East. Mark then completed a T double by teaming with clubmate Clayton Rogers to win the pairs from the Armidale combination of Blake Laurent and Jay Porter. The fours is yet to be played. eter Lyons recently visited the Zone to conduct suc cessful Recruiting Seminars. No doubt the RNSWBA has chosen well in selecting Peter to handle seminars, as all who attended were high in their praise on the way the seminars were prepared and presented. In Guyra, 45 men and women from New England District clubs, as well as our friends from Inverell and Gwydir District, attended a most enjoyable and successful night. Central Northern District, held its seminar at South Tamworth, and again the meeting was very well attended. There were 47 peo ple in attendance representing all 12 m en’s clubs and nine women’s clubs. Peter then journeyed on to Wee Waa for the third meeting. Unfortunately, Zone Councillor Bruce Baker was unable to accompany Peter, as he was not well and we all wish Bruce a speedy recovery. Peter’s presentation was well received at all three seminars, and we feel certain that clubs who follow up on seminars will benefit greatly, and will most certainly recruit new mem bers.
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By RICK BOHM
Phone: 6884 0411
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By KEVIN M O O R E
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event, ring the club on 4932 8433. In their first year of Premier League, Maitland City is performing very well, particularly as they have many young players who will benefit greatly from the experience this standard of bowls produces. he Upper Hunter District Fours was won by a Denman team comprising D. Cullen, D. Train, P. Wilson and B. O ’Hara, and to show their prowess the triples was won by D. Cullen, D. Train and Paul Wilson.
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Albury • RIverina • Southern Highlands • Southern Slopes • South Western • Wagga
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The singles were won by Pat Russell, of Cooma. The pairs went to Chris Demcyuck and Garry Parker, of Jindabyne. The Adaminaby trio of Bill Osmond, Greg Morris and Eddie Potter won the triples, and Tony Butler, Lyle Rankin, Dave Pastro and Garry Rankin, of Coolamatong, won the fours. he Central South Coast District fours competition early rounds were played at both Malua Bay and Batemans Bay with eight clubs competing. The final at Batemans Bay was won by the Batemans Bay team of David Bugden, Trent Bennison, John Armstrong and Frank Peterson, over the Malua Bay team of Bob Blair, Kevin Rourke, Alan Marshall and John Humphries. he Malua Bay team of Bob Blair, Alan Marshall and John Humphries played for Zone 7 in the NSW RSL triples championships, and played such good bowls that they made it to the semi finals of the State at Blacktown. Unfortunately for them, they lost to a much higher grade of players from Belrose, who won the final. omakin club was the venue for the 2001 NSW State Juniors Central South Coast District competition where all games in singles and pairs were played in a very competitive manner. In most of the games the scores were fairly close. The eventual winners were Chris Macauley, of Batemans Bay, in the singles, and he com bined with Luke Bell, of Tomakin to win the pairs. Chris has only just returned from Holdfast in South Australia where he captained the side in the NSW Juniors test match against South Australia. NSW won the event by 2 games to 1. ust a week after the Tomakin games, the Zone 7 Junior Cham pionship pairs and fours were played at MiltonAllladulla. Luke Bell and Chris Macauley were the victors in the pairs, 16 to 15, in a very close game against Michelle Ingold and Paul Bezant, of the South Coast District. These lads were then joined by Chris Pearson and Richard Smith, both of Braidwood, in the fours, which they won 19 to 15 against Justin Murphy, Paul Bezant, Josh Macauley and Graham Cook, also of the SC District. almeny club has just held its official opening of its new extensions to their building. State President Terry Murphy headed a long list of guests who attended the event, along with Eurobodalla Shire Councillors and pres idents from m en’s and women’s clubs in the District. The extensions, the first major improvement in the 20 years history of the club, are very impressive and are a great credit to the 200 men and women bowlers, and their 375 fishing club members. At the same time that this event was taking place, the president of Bodalla, Mick Moore, gave up his invitation to Dalmeny so that he could do his duty as the umpire during the play of the Zone 7 pen nants semi finals, with the assistance of Geoff Clark, of Narooma.
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Reid met Bob Wright in the final, with both represent ing the Riverina Australian Rules Football Club. It was only the fourth time since 1984 that two players from the same club had reached the final. A Coolamon pair reached the final in 1984, South Wagga pair Neville Rainbird and Fred Markham in 1990 and then in 1995 Paul Adams and Denis Owen, from The Rock. Reid defeated Bill Gilchrist (Wagga RSL) 31-12 in a semi-final and Wright accounted for fellow RAFC representative David Streher 31-18 in the other semi-final. The final was close in the early stages, but Reid jumped to a 20-10 lead. Wright fought back and the score was 29-all after 33 ends. Reid gained two shots on the next end to seal the championship. ill Scanlan, from Wade at Leeton Soldiers BC, won the Riverina singles recently. He defeated Steve Hoffmann, from the Griffith Ex-Services Club. Hoffmann was the early leader and was 15-8 ahead by the 16th end. Scanlan came back with four shots on the 17th end and then won six of the next eight ends for a 25-19 lead. Shots were at the premium from that point and it pro gressed to 30-all on the 35th end. Scanlan claimed three shots on the final end to claim the championship.
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n extra end was required to decide the South West triples championship at Quandialla in one of the most thrilling finals in district history. Quandialla’s Tony and Graeme Edgerton and John Reeves were leading 17-4 after 14 ends and looked home. But the Cootamundra Country Club team of Ned Miller, Scruffy Wallace and Doug Mays bounced back to level scores at 18-aIl after 21 ends. Quandialla was holding two shots on the extra end when Mays with his last bowl played a perfect draw to give his team a one shot win.
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Fax: 9898 1835
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t Ives BC, had a disappointing pennant season. However, their Grade 6 side provided great interest by recording two eight scores in the latter part of the season. In round 7, the successful players were Jim Scott, Jack Carroll, Fred Walker and Don Balnave and in round 10, Julius Papay, David Rumsey, Max Wood and Fred Cocks.
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District and Zone 10 sides over the past years, and richly deserves his place in the NSW State side. Having been a very successful skip during those years, he will be filling an unaccustomed role as lead for the State side - but his many friends have absolute confidence in his ability to dis tinguish himself in that position. pping BC will conduct its long running Camellia Carnival from July 20 to 22 with Mens pairs on July 21 and Mixed Pairs on July 22. Enquiries should be directed to 9876 2754, or 9888 7664. orthern Line DBA recently conducted its very popu lar Veterans/Super Veterans Day with 20 of the 21 clubs in the District being represented. A total of 120 senior bowlers enjoyed fine weather at Denistone BC where the Denistone women provided an excellent lun cheon. Fifty four Veterans and Super Veterans badges were presented to players attending the event for the first time. The day continues to be one of the most popular on the NLDBA annual calendar. resident Terry Murphy informed the last meeting of RNSWBA delegates of what he hopes will be the last of the traumas associated with the proposed national uni fication when he advised that the status quo pertaining before the proposal came forward would be maintained. With that problem out of the way RNSWBA will be able to concentrate on matters of more immediate concern to all players. arramatta DBA has put forward to RNSWBA a com prehensive submissions document regarding the future structure for Zone 10. The submissions received the unanimous support of the Zone 10 Management Committee at its May meeting, and it is hoped that an early decision will be reached so that the proposals can be implemented for the 2002 season. espite the existence of two Premier League clubs (Merrylands BC and The Hills District BC) within Zone 10 and the consequent fears of some that they would drain the playing strength of other clubs within the Zone, the completion of the 2001 Pennants has wit nessed a non-Premier League club dominating the top three Pennants. The winners were Rydalmere Central BC - N o.l Pennants; Merrylands BC - No.2 Pennants; and Rydalmere Central BC (again) - N o.3 Pennants. Unfortunately, inclement weather has prevented the com pletion of the lower grades finals at the time of going to press. However, Zone 10 will undoubtedly be represented by strong sides in the State Finals in June. oth Northmead BC and Merrylands BC will be hon oured to have State President Terry Murphy in atten dance at their President’s Day on July 21 and August 4 respectively. It will be a very big day for Northmead pres ident David Swindail, as his club will be celebrating its Golden Anniversary. ports Administrator Ray Tozer reported at the last RNSWBA meeting about the agreement with NSW Institute of Sport to establish an elite squad of eight young bowlers. Several deserving young players from Parramatta District have been nominated for selection in the final squad.
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By KEITH WESTGATE
Phone: 9642 2947 ■
Park BC has successfully held the third Keith Free Open Pairs. r ee n le es
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Again, a strong field gathered to contest the $10,000 prize pool, headed by Rex Johnson and South African Neil Burkett. In fact, more than a third of the field of 64 players claimed representative status at State or International level. After three days of strong competi tion, the final was played out between the Kevin Walsh Shane Garvey combination, and last year’s mnner-up Terry Harmer and Denis Harmer. Although losing the advantage early in the final, the Harmer brothers battled on but ran out of ends with the final score 23-19 in favour of Kevin Walsh and Shane Garvey. ith the completion of the pennant season, the new ‘three zone’ format for Grades 1 and 2 appears to have gone without too many problems. After some initial delays in reporting to the zone recorders, the results of the latter rounds were in the papers, adding to the overall inter est. Congratulations to zone clubs who were successful in sectional play, the winners being Ones: Greenlees Park, Double Bay and Alexandria Erskineville; Two’s: South Strathfield, Ashfield, Waverley, Kensington, Greenlees Park, Double Bay. In Zone 11, Bronte and Leichardt won sections in Grade 3, Paddington and Greenlees Park in Grade 4, Camperdown and Government Transport in Grade 5, Ashfield won Grade 6 and Matraville RSL and Western Suburbs Leagues Grade 7.
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The golf club’s members have already voted for self-liqui dation in order to join the bowling club in a redevelopment of facilities. East Maitland BC has 18,600 members and has done two major extensions in recent years totalling $10 million. It has 130 poker machines. Meanwhile, Charlestown BC and Golf Club have started talks about amalgamation. In another recent move, St Johns Park BC has also taken over Forster-Tuncurry BC. However, a merger deal between Newcastle City BC and Windsor Rugby League Club could be the subject of an inves tigation, according to dissident members. The bowling club is $300,000 in debt and under the con trol of an administrator. It faces closure without a financial backer. Some people believe the bowling club will lose its identity if the deal goes ahead, as Windsor Leagues has more than 4000 members to its 400 total, and 40 active bowlers. Woolgoolga BC and Coffs Harbour Ex-Services BC are also engaged in merger negotiations. Woolgoolga has already signed an agreement, but Coffs Harbour members must still vote to approve the plan. At Parkes, the Diggers and Railway EC’s are talking about a merger. If this deal goes ahead, the greens and facilities at the Railway BC are most likely to be retained. 36
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• M etropolitan • Southern Metropolitan • Sydenham • Bankstown
By PETER BEECH
Phone: 9727 6754
UNCHBOWL Ex Services & Community Club sponsored the Diggers open day/membership drive on Sunday, April 8.
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Secretary manager Wayne Mar organised international stars from Merrylands and Cabramatta EC’s in Willow and Peter Fong, as well as Mariara Lum-On to show the guests how it was done. It was very pleasing to attract over 60 interested local residents. The efforts of the mem bership team led by Alan Dunn, Laurie Henriksen, Gail McIntosh and Leslie Coombes were instrumental in the good attendance, and the enthusiasm of the guests extended the day to 3pm. Seven new members were admitted to the club. In the No.3’s, the Punchbowl Diggers team of Paul Hunter, Jack Thompson, Chris Winterstein and Mick Duncan scored an 8 against Earlwood Bardwell Park at Windy Hill. one 12 played the Junior Championships at Belfield BC on May 1 and 8. The results are as follows: Singles, M. Linnel (SMDBA) 31 def G. Richardson (SBDBA) 25; Pairs, J. McKenzie, M. Linnel (SMDBA) 25 def A. McMorrow, W. Dennis (SBDBA) 18; Fours, G. Foley, M. Crossland, J. McKenzie and M. Linnel 27 def S. Byrne, A. McMorrow, W. Dennis and G. Richardson 18.
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s I mentioned in last month’s issue the Police con ducted their Australian Championships at St Johns Park BC. This culminated in a presentation dinner where all the winners were acknowledged. So who were they? Singles, Ian Miles (Vic) def T. Gregory (SA); Plate Final, Craig Gardiner (NSW) def K. Stevens (Vic); Pairs, G. Marriage and R. Smith (NSW) def P. Hickman and R. Rutherford (Vic); Pairs Plate, G. Hoy and D. Symons (Vic) def K. Jones and N. Marriott (SA); Fours, D. Coe, D. Symons, B. Lane and I. Miles (Vic) def A. Schouten, M. Hamilton, B. Roots and B. Chapman (Qld); Fours Plate, T. Gregory, I. Matters, J. Minagall and L. Yeo (SA) def S. Bland, C. Colebrook, K. Kunst and M. Boylan (Qld).
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t Johns Park BC conducted their annual event. The Dave Leggatt Encouragement Fours, on the Easter weekend. Once again they came from near and far with teams from Cowra, North Haven, The Entrance and Ettalong. Thanks go to Rooty Hill resort for sponsoring accommodation for the Country sides. All the players had to be from pennant grades No. 4 - No. 7, and they were all keen to grab the lion’s share of the $15,000 prizemoney on offer. The honour roll read as follows: 1st Thomas Saviour, Noel Stanton, Jack Felton and Bill Baker (St Johns Park); 2nd Chris Lean, Terry Cook, Ron Jones and Clem Baldwin (St Johns Park); 3rd Bernie Coghlan, Joe Carlisle, Russell Nobes and Gerard Beath (Cowra).
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ankstown City president. Bill Treloar, reported that the $1.7 million extensions should have been com pleted by May 11 and would be opened by State President Terry Murphy. A recruiting drive resulted in 20 new bowlers within six months. The club Fours were won by P. Miller, P. Mclnnes, J. Watson and D. Galway.
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• Metropolitan - • Port Hacking • St G eorge
By WAL BARBER
Phone: 9524 7335
ORT Hacking DBA conducted the Junior Bowling Championships for 2001 at Taren Point BC from April 17 to 20.
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The District thanks Taren Point club and Wayne Turley (bowls administrator) for their support during the four days. The weather was perfect, the greens excellent and all meals for the bowlers were free, and Wayne Turley a State Junior Singles Champion of 1990 organised Brett Duprez, Australian representative, to mark the final of the singles. he number of juniors registered with District clubs are 22 male and two female, of this number 13 entered the Championships, including the two women, five from Caringbah, four from Engadine and four from Taren Point. The names and ages of these bowlers are: Dean Anderson (16), Lachlan Bruce (15), David Brodbeck (17), David Mitchell (15), Luke Warner (14) from Caringbah; Kirsten Förden (15), Mathew Carroll (16), Brendan Smith (16), Ben Watts (13) from Engadine; and Hayley Brough (11), Mathew Brough (14), Chris Green (13), John Hillen (17) from Taren Point. he Singles resulted in Dean Anderson winning this event for the second time, defeating Kirsten Förden 31-11. The Pairs final was a close event with the scores being equal on the seventeenth end, but John Hillen and Chris Green proved too strong defeating Kirsten Förden and Dean Anderson 17 to 12. The fours were easily won by Kirsten Förden, John Hillen, Dean Anderson, Chris Green who defeated Luke Warner, Lachlan Bruce, Ben Watts, David Mitchell by a good margin. Although a majority of these young bowlers had not played in a club social or championship events the talent was there to be seen and they should be a great acquisition to their clubs. ngadine BC in the interest of developing junior bowls in the Port Hacking District, are staging a Club Selected Pairs Tournament (single entries) over the fol lowing Sundays May 20, September 23 and October 28. Players must be under age 18 years as at December 2001. Total prize money for the three events $2,000, and entry fee nil. For further enquiries contact Greg Helm (9520 8931) who won the District Junior Singles Championship three times, also the NSW State Title. he Zone Pennant section winners have been decided. The sides who have won their sections are: N o.l Pennant - Gymea, Engadine, Taren Point; No.2 Pennant - Sutherland, Peakhurst, Taren Points, Ramsgate RSL, St George, Grandviews; No.3 Pennant - Taren Point; No.4 Pennant - Mortdale, Francis Drake, Taren Point; No.5 Pennant - Engadine, Cronulla, Taren Point; No.6 Pennant - Gymea, Taren Point, Engadine; No.7 Pennant - Engadine, Sutherland. All grades will play off except No.3 Pennant, who have won their section, to find out who will represent at the State finals. Taren Point has a team in all sections, except No.7.
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• Lower North C oast • Mid North C oast
By KARL LONG
Phone: 6568 8145
OME 790 secondary students received a taste of lawn bowls at a week-long promotion con ducted by Port City BC.
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Those displaying talent were invited into a Development Squad, from which outstanding prospects will be offered scholarships. Worth $1,000 each, these will provide bowls attire and equipment, membership fees and a $500 school grant towards educational expenses. very pennant season has its interesting sidelights, and 2001 has been no exception. Stuarts Point, promoted to Grade 5, duly obliged with victory in that division. Their final round saw the Point win 6-0, with the erst while competition leaders losing 0-6 to let them in. Goffs Ex-Services scored a unique double with wins at either end of the pennant table, when both their N o.l and No.7 sides were successful. Urunga had a vintage year, taking both the MNC Grade 2 and Grade 5 titles. Under the astute leadership of president Col Munro and bowls co ordinator John O ’Neill, Port RSL qualified for a third suc cessive Zone 14 Grade 1 final.
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econdary schools in the Hastings District compete annually for the Buckley/O’Kane Shield for lawn bowls. This attractive event is sponsored by the Port Macquarie RSL Sports Council. For 2001 it is hoped to draw entries from all secondary schools within the LNCDBA. Enquiries to junior bowls co-ordinator Bill Ross 6559 5838.
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empsey Heights Fountain on the Mountain Classic Singles, boasting prizemoney of $7,800, will be held on Monday - Tuesday - Wednesday November 5,6,7. Recent winners include Brett Duprez, Ian Law, Shane Garvey and Brett Pritchard. Organisers are sure that this year’s field will again be strong. The carnival continues on Thursday November 8 with the $14,000 Prestige Fours.
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ort City members enjoy their handicap triples tourna ments. The club provides attractive prizemoney, meets all green fees and supplies a BBQ lunch. Handicaps equate to pennant grades - grade 1 handicap 1, Grade 2 handicap 2 etc. Non pennant players are given a pennant ranking by the club selectors. Only team carrying a total handicap of 13 or more may enter.
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By PAUL CALLAGHAN
Phone: 4334 1027 ■
By NEVILLE BROWN
Phone: 4284 2318
h e Kiama club conducted their Easter Pairs Bay BC defeated Terrigal 68-53 in a Competition over the holiday weekend. gripping final of the Zone 15 N o.l Grade Pennant Competition at Halekulani BC on May A good field contested the event with winners decided a tea u
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12. The match could have gone either way until the 53rd end, but the experienced Bateau Bay, helped by an inspir ing display from skip Kevin Ryan, drew away in the final ten ends. Ron Muir’s Bateau Bay rink beat David Limerick’s 27-20. Lindsay Willding (BB) drew with John Stewart’s rink 16-all and Kevin Ryan, in a near faultless display, led his rink to a 25-18 win against Miro Perovic’s Terrigal combination. Perovic, the former Victorian State representative, paid due credit to Bateau Bay, describing their victory as a fine team display. However, he felt Terrigal did very well to reach the final and the club was already looking to next season and enthusiasm was high, Perovic said. Bateau Bay had an excellent Pennant series winning the N o .l, No.5 and No.6 Pennant flags, equalling their effort in 2000 of winning three Pennants. Club bowls coordinator Pat Cummings said Bateau Bay’s No.5 side had risen to the occasion after struggling some what midway throughout the series. This side had to beat Wyong six-nil in the final Pennant match and did so, skip Eric Hunt gaining the shot with his last bowl to clinch the six-nil result. In the Pennant final. Bateau Bay had a 6549 win against Ettalong. Bateau Bay’s No.5 side won its last three Pennant matches six-nil and won its post sec tional game against Gwandalan 58-40. BB No.5 side defeated Davistown narrowly, 47-44, in the Pennant final, played at Halekulani. In other Finals play, Halekulani downed Bateau Bay 73-46 in the No.2 Grade; Ettalong had an 85-43 victory against Gwandalan in the No.3 Grade; Wamberal proved too good for Halekulani 65-62 in the No.4s and Wyong defeated Doyalson 56-52 in the No.7 Grade. he enterprising Terrigal Memorial Country Club has organised a Central Coast Best Driver Competition sponsored by Cascade Premium Light to be held on four Friday nights, June 1, 8, 15 and 22. Each competitor will have four bowls each night and scores will be recorded by designated markers. Scores will accumulate over the four week period with the first overall placegetter to win $500, second $250 and third $100. The highest pointscorer each night will also win $50, and a $50 lucky entrant’s prize will also be drawn each night. Information: 4384 2661. verglades BC will stage its $4950 Frank Kemp Memorial Triples from July 4-6. This prestige tourna ment is highly regarded by bowlers, and enquiries should be made to Jack Thorpe (02) 4341 2194. he Entrance BC will host the State Grade 4 Pennant play-offs from June 8-11 with 16 sides from through out NSW to converge on the seaside club. The Entrance club is expecting an influx of about 300 people - bowlers, officials and supporters for this important event and club president Don Stewart said they will be made very wel come. one 15 Pennant Finals will be played on May 12 between: Grade 1, Terrigal v Bateau Bay; Grade 3, Ettalong v Gwandalan; Grade 5 Bateau Bay v winner of May 5 round robin; with Grades 6 and 7 to be announced. Halekulani will be the venue for these games. Munmorah BC is the venue for the Grade 2 final between Bateau Bay and Halekulani and Grade 4 final involving Halekulani and Wamberal.
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on best cards after six rounds of play. The young Oak Flats pairing of Cy Threlfall and Scott Bateup won all their six matches with a margin of 62 shots. Albion Park’s David Gentles and David O ’Keefe were the runners up, with another Albion Park pair of Ian Barrett and Mick Duprez claiming 3rd prizemoney. The fourth placing was the local Kiama duo of Geoff McIntyre and Mick Wolter. t the Fraternity BC a three day carnival, the Club’s Easter Mixed Fours, was held. Twenty eight teams took part and the event was voted very successful, with most teams already nominated for 2002. The winning four from Fairy Meadow were Nada and Dale Jones, Anne Tougher and Trevor Tougher, with a 56 shot win ning margin. The Player of Players perpetual trophy for the fixture was won by Norma Gardner.
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he final of the Zone State Pairs Championship was finally played on Sunday April 22. Play had been held up after the semi finals stage in March, because of the involvement of Warilla players Geoff MacGillivray and Russell Meyers in the Premier League Pennant Competition. In the final, the Warilla duo played the Oak Flats pairing of Vic Billingham and Ross Adams and proved to be too strong for the Oak Flats pair, winning the final by 25 shots to 13 to progress now to State Championship week in October. Billingham has enjoyed a good season with the Oak Flats club and had been the runner up in the Zone Singles Championship in 2000.
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he Zone hosted the Interstate Test Series against ACT on May 8 at the Wollongong RSL BC. Two of the zone’s players, Tom Ellem and Troy Sommerville, were selected in the NSW side. In warm up matches played on May 7, a NSW Reserve side played ACT, while a select ed Zone 16 side played the NSW side. The zone also had players Leif Selby, Wayne Crane and Geoff MacGillivray selected in the State Reserve Side. The Zone 16 side that played NSW was naturally below full strength with five of the Zone’s best, playing for the State and State Representatives. However, zone selectors were confident the local side could acquit itself well with Ted Clarke and Steve Frazier, of Warilla; Russ Campbell, Kiama; and Brian Constable, Wiseman Park/Wollongong City, skip ping the rinks.
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People...Clubs...Events... NORTH Manly BC celebrated its 50th Anniversary from May 9 to 15. One of the highlights was a Week of Bowls Tournaments offering prizemoney of $18,000. THE RNSWBA’s Patron, Her Excellency the Governor of NSW, Professor Marie Bashir, has been appointed as a Companion (AC) in the General Division of the Order of Australia. In a recent letter to State President Terry Murphy, she has conveyed “her warm wishes to all con nected with the organisation.”
JUNIORS By TREVOR CLARK - Phone: 9628 6526 Three tests were played over the three days with NSW N April 17, the NSW junior boys test side flew out to South Australia for a three day series winning by two tests to one. against the South Australian junior boys test side. Aron Sherriff played the singles against Stewart Jones
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Immediately before this series, we spent two days work shopping at Regents Park BC. The first day we had an hour on mental toughness, and then two and a half hours on green practice drills. These drills were designed to reinforce focus and concentration skills. On the second day we played five players from the Regents Park No2 Pennant side, winning five games to two. This preparation was invaluable to this side. It gave them an indication of what they could expect in South Australia and blended them into a better prepared, cohe sive unit. On behalf of the NSW Junior Bowls Association, 1 would like to thank the players and officials and everyone concerned at regents Park for their hard work and enthu siasm they put in to help make these two days so benefi cial. Whenever possible, this type of training should be repeated before other test series. Our team consisted of Aron Sherriff (Ettalong Memorial), Robert Grady (Ballina), Lewis Stumbris (Bowral), Chris Macauley (Batemans Bay), and Dean Morrissey (Gulgong). The South Australians were Stewart Jones (Port Elliot), Keith Dillon (Quom), Nathan Swincer (Cowell), Ashley Klose (Marion), and Scott Thulborn (Edwardstown). The results :1st Test: Singles, Aron Sherriff, 25 d Stewart Jones 10; Pairs, Robert Grady, Aron Sherriff, 16 d Keith Dillon, Nathan Swincer 14; Triples, Ashley Klose, Scott Thulborn, Stewart Jones, 17 d Lewis Stumbris, Dean Morrissey, Chris Macauley 14; Fours, Robert Grady, Lewis Stumbris, Dean Morrissey, Chris Macauley, 19 d Ashley Klose, Keith Dillon, Scott Thulborn, Nathan Swincer 16. 1st Test result, NSW 3, South Australia 1. 2nd Test: Singles, Aron Sherriff, 25 d Stewart Jones 13; Pairs, Robert Grady, Aron Sherriff 17 d Keith Dillon, Nathan Swincer 14; Triples, Ashley Klose, Scott Thulborn, Stewart Jones 25 d Lewis Stumbris, Dean Morrissey, Chris Macauley 12; Fours, Robert Grady, Lewis Stumbris, Dean Morrissey, Chris Macauley 30 d Ashley Klose, Keith Dillon, Scott Thulborn, Nathan Swincer 16. 2nd Test result NSW 3, South Australia 1. 3rd Test: Singles, Nathan Swincer 25 d Chris Macauley 18; Pairs, Keith Dillon, Nathan Swincer 22 d Robert Grady, Aron Sherriff 15; Triples, Ashley Klose, Scott Thulborn, Stewart Jones 19 d Lewis Stumbris, Dean Morrissey, Chris Macauley 13; Fours, Ashley Klose, Keith Dillon, Scott Thulborn, Stewart Jones 25 d Robert Grady, Lewis Stumbris, Dean Morrissey, Aron Sherriff 19. 3rd Test result South Australia, 4 NSW 0. Series result, NSW 2 Tests, South Australia 1 Test.
on the first two days. He played brilliantly and won both games easily. Chris Macauley did not fare so well on the third day. He played Nathan Swincer, who handled the difficult condi tions very well. Chris tried hard throughout, but in the end was beaten by seven shots. The pairs games were great contests. Robert Grady and Aron Sherriff played Keith Dillon and Nathan Swincer. All players contributed to the spectacle. The first and second games were won by NSW by two shots and three shots. In the last, however, the South Australian combination drew away in the last five ends of the match to win 22-15. These games were fascinating to watch with many bril liant bowls played by all players. Our triples combination of Lewis Stumbris, Dean Morrissey and Chris Macauley showed promise early, leading by six shots after eight ends in the first game. Things started to fall apart after that, however, with the game going to the opposition 17-14. In the next two games the South Australian combina tion won easily. Our lads did not play badly, but were beaten by brilliant driving by their second, Scott Thulborn, and at times freakish on shots and draw bowls by Stewart Jones. Conditions were very difficult on the third day, but it made no difference to Stewart. There was a very gusty wind, but he played his shots as if the conditions were perfect. The NSW fours combination came from behind in the first two games, winning the first narrowly and the second easily. On each occasion a multiple score on the tenth end got them going. In the second game, the four was soon followed by a six, then a five. The South Australian lads appeared to be shell-shocked. Aron skipped the fours in the last game against Stewart Jones. It was close throughout, with NSW one behind going into the last end. A dropped five in the last put paid to our chances. All games were played in a competitive but friendly spirit. All players from both sides were marvellous ambas sadors for the game. On and off the green, their behav iour could not be faulted. Many lessons could be learnt from these lads. Their bowling was brilliant and their enjoyment of the game and the company of their peers were obvious. If we had a few thousand more like them, we could be assured that bowls had a great future.
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FINAL DAY - Thursday, 9th August 3 G am es o f 15 en d s each d a y 9 .0 0 a m S tart First 36 team entries received for each Qualifying Day w ill enter ENTRIES CLOSE: FRIDAY 27TH JULY Please forward TEAM ENTRY FEE o f SSOanciGSTj with completed ENTRY FORM to Bowls Supervisor, Ron Smith, 79/95 Stanhope Rd, Killara 2071 For information: Phone organiser, Stan Austin ( 02) 9416 3941 ^
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• Open draw event of six games contested over three (3) days. • Each day - two (2) games of 21 ends. • Play will commence Monday, September 3, 2001, and will con tinue on Tuesday and Wednesday. In the event of a washout play will continue on Thursday, September 4, 2001, W in n e rs w ill b e d e te rm in e d b y w in s p lu s m a rg in s .
Post to: M r R.F. S m ith , 79/95 S ta n h o p e Rd, Killara 2071
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AUG 8: Werris Creek - President’s Day. Enq Terry Appleby 6746 3490 or club 6768 7144.
AUG 20-23: Port Macquarie City - 22nd Invitation Master Singles. Enq 6583 1153.
AUG 10: St George - J&C Hardy Triples. Enq 9567 2674.
AUG 21-23: Greenwell Point - Coral Tree Lodge Prestige Triples. Prizemoney $7500. Reg No 940. Enq 4447 1111.
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AUG 11-12: Merimbula Imlay - Men’s Open Triples. Cash prizes $3750. Enq 6495 1306, fax 6495 1952. AUG 11-12; 18-19: Panania Memorial - Len Eickenloff Appreciation Open Men’s Pairs. Prizemoney $2600. Enq 9773 7813. AUG 12: North Sydney Leagues - Annual Father and Son Pairs. Enq 9466 8896.
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AUG 20-23: Batemans Bay - 10th Clyde River Men’s Invitation Fours. Enq 4472 4502.
AUG 11-12: Wamberal 4384 2755.
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AUG 17-18: Taree Leagues - Mixed Fours. Prizemoney $4050. Enq 6552 2764.
AUG 5-10: Narooma - Mixed Carnival. Men’s and women’s pairs, triples, mixed pairs/fours. Prizemoney $4420. Enq Gary Landells 4476 2696.
AUG 10-12: Brunswick Heads - Prestige Fours. Enq 6685 1328.
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AUG 12: Auburn - The Maltese Bowlers Social Group monthly fixture. Enq Fred Demicoli 9740 8549.
AUG 23: Willoughby Legion - Men’s Pairs Carnival. Enq 9419 2767. AUG 23-27: Beecroft - Spring Carnival. Men’s and Triples, Women’s Triples and Mixed Pairs. Enq Allan Foord, bowls secretary, 9869 7236. AUG 25: Lane Cove West - Scooters Aust Triples. Men, women and mixed. Enq Reg Toose 9427 5560. AUG 25-26: Dee Why - Open Fours. Reg No.1002. Prizemoney $4000. Enq Paul Somers 0411 403 363. AUG 25-26: Taree West - Open Invitation Triples. Prizemoney $4000. Enq Matt Everingham 6552 2094.
AUG 13-14: Taree Leagues — Women’s Triples. Prizemoney $4050. Enq 6552 2764.
AUG 26: Sutherland - Annual Captain Cook Carnival. Mixed Fours. Enq 9521 3344, bowls secretary 9528 5263.
AUG 15-16: Taree Leagues - Men’s Triples. Prizemoney $4050. Enq 6552 2764.
AUG 27-30: Dapto Citizens - Classic Pairs. Prizemoney $16,220. Enq Jim Stephens 4261 1344.
AUG 16-17: Park Beach - Men’s Pairs Carnival. Enq Graeme Colman 6652 3633, fax 6651 4209.
AUG 31 - SEP 1: Port Macquarie RSL - Alan Harding Memorial Triples. Prizes $2520. Enq 6583 8496.
AUG 17: Pymble - Men’s Grade3s 4-7 Triples Tournament. Enq Kel Stein. 9440 8345.
AUG 31-SEP 2: Milton-Ulladulla - Women’s Master Pairs. Enq 4455 1555.
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SEP 17: Denistone East - Granny Smith Carnival. Open Men’s Pairs. Enq 9874 6994. SEP 17: Willoughby Legion - Mixed Triples Carnival. Enq 9419 2767. SEP 20: Denistone East - Granny Smith Carnival. Open Men’s Triples. Enq 9874 6994. SEP 21: Denistone East - Granny Smith Carnival. Open Mixed Fours. Enq 9874 6994.
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SEP 15-16: Lightning Ridge - Black Opal Prelude Fours. Prizemoney $4500. Enq 6829 0408.
SEP 29-OCT 1: Westport Port Macquarie - BCiB Gold Medal Men’s Pairs. Prizemoney $5000. Enq Graham Triffitt 6583 6485.
SEP 15-16: Scone 6545 1511.
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SEP 29-OCT 1: Batemans Bay - 3rd annual Men’s Invitation Major-Minor Pairs. Enq 4472 4502.
SEP 16: Dapto Citizens - David Mair Memorial Triples. Prizemoney $1680. Enq Jim Stephens 4261 1344.
SEP 29-OCT 1: Gordon - Century 21 Superbowl Fours. Prizemoney $5500. Enq Geoff Nielson 9498 2590. BOWLS ALIVE — JUNE 2 0 0 1
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SEP 30-OCT 1: Forster - 50th Anniversary Bowls Week Mixed Pairs. Prizemoney $2000. Enq Charlie Buchanan 6554 6155, fax 6555 6115. SEP 30-OCT 1: Engadine - Century 21 Spring Pairs. Enq Ken Broughton 9548 2022, or 9521 2601 (ah).
OCT 7-8: Avoca Beach - Reed Construction Junior Two Boal Classic Triples. Prizemoney $4000. Enq Brian Norris 4382 3331, or 4365 9090.
O CTO BER OCT 1: Port Macquarie City - Labour Day Mixed Pairs. Enq 6583 1153. OCT 2-6: Avoca Beach - The Bellbird Carnival. Prizemoney $5000. Enq Brian Kearton 4382 3331, or 4368 3707. OCT 3-5: Westport Port Macquarie - BCiB Gold Medal Mixed Pairs. Prizemoney $4000. Enq Graham Triffitt 6583 6485. OCT 4: North Sydney Leagues - Percy Woods Pairs. Prizemoney $380 each month. Enq 9466 8896.
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Holiday accommodation available. Beach front, lake front, close to clubs and shops. 1, 2 & 3-bedroom. All properties self-contained. Holiday brochure available. Mention this ad and receive a 10% discount (exoluding Xmas).
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Western Plains Zoo, Warrumbungles, Gulgong, Mudgee, Wellington, Parkes, Peak Hill, Gilgandra,Yeoval. T o u r N o . 2:
Macquarie Valley, Narromine,Trangie, Dubbo, Western Plains Zoo, Wellington, Burrendong Dam, Stuart Town, Yeoval, Peak Hill, Parkes and Forbes.
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Special Bowlers Discount Phone for Brochure Port Stephens Shoal Bay Rd. Shoal Bay Hi: (02) 4984-2000
NORTH COAST Far North Coast “ CHERRY COURT” , “JAMES COURT” “ PALM COURT” , “ PINE COURT” Self-contained units in Central Baliina. Close to bowling clubs. Prices from $175 p.w. Brochure available.
MICHAEL KEARNEY REAL ESTATE 171 River Street, Baliina ______ Phone (02) 6686-9545 keardih
at beautiful HOKm HAVEN • Deluxe Rooms • S/C Suites • Pool • Heated Spa • BBQ • Short stroll to Bowling Club •Tropical Garden Setting • Fishing • Golfing • Day Tours
9 The Parade, North Haven NSW 2443
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Waterfront resort style property offering premium service
3 N ig h ts B&B from $ 1 1 9 p p t/s
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We are centrally located and pro vide quality accommodation in a pleasant garden setting. Spacious rooms with own balconies, 300m to Eastport Bowling Club, close to beaches, clubs, shops, churches, etc. Heated spa, pool, quiet gar den area with BBQ and cabana, off street parking. Doubles from: $60 per night. I
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(Use XPT Rail Pass or own car) Stay in 3‘/2 Star Gaiiop Inn Motel with beautiful Licensed Restaurant
NELSON BAY. 2 bedroom self-con tained unit. 100m shops, 5 min to beach and bowling club. W ater views. Off Peak $215pw. Ph (02) 4965 7674 ALCH0IR
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PORT STEPHENS LEMON TREE PASSAGE - 2 x 2 BR units, absolute waterfront, close Bowls and Golf. Accomodates 6. $350 - $600pw, $100 per night. Brochure (02) 4982 8796. barneh
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New Luxury Apartments • Ocean Views >Spa Baths • Pool • Close Bowling Clubs
P h on e (02) 6583 8899
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Golden Beaches Motor Inn
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SOUTH WEST ROCKS - Sunny ground floor self-contained 2BR flat, 5min walk beach, shops and bowling club. Off season rate $150pw. Phone 6566 7578. linton
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ANGELS BEACH LODGE B&B Exclusive and Beautitully Appointed Your ‘Home Away From Home ’ Boutique fully self-contained holiday apartment. Stay overnight, weekends or weekly. 5 mins to Ballina for shopping, cinema, restaurants and bowls. Ask about our discount packages.
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NORTH COAST
KINGSCLIFF HOLIDAY CABINS Fully SC beach style cabins ★ Position Plus* in heart of town. Close to bowls, club, beach, restau rants. Special long term winter rates. Very affordable weekly rates. Free brochure and price list. (02) 6674 1526. havne
POTTSVILLE BEACH - Beachside modern 2 BR townhouse, 1 min bowls club, fully self contained, LU garage, private courtyard, sunny balcony. Discount for bowlers. (07) 3277 4467, Mob 0413 731 993. LEES
BALLINA
FAR NORTH COAST, NSW Extensive range of budget to luxury standard holiday accommodation — flats, home units, cottages. Situated at beachfront, Shaw Bay, in town close to Bowling Clubs. Brochures and taritf schedules available.
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P O T T S V IL L E / "B E A C H E S " Luxury 3 BR townhouse, walk to bowls, beach, shops. Large bal cony with BBQ, dishwasher, ensuite. From $200pw. Long stay available (07) 3245 3543. udy WOOLI - Discover quiet unspoilt beaches. River, National Parks, great fishing, Bowls. 3 BR S/C house and 1 BR unit. Enquiries: Ph (02) 6649 7880. WOOLIDIR
QUEENSLAND GOLD COAST
DAVID R. CLARK AGENCY 123 RIVER ST, BALLINA 2478 Phone: (02) 6686 2177 Established 1919
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KINGSCLIFF. Fully equipped 2BR unit with mountain/ocean views. LU garage. Walk to beach and club. Quiet location, modern furnishings. Off peak $200 per week. Ph (07) 3893 0450, 0407 930 450. KINGSCLIFF
COOLANGATTA/ RAINBOW BAY One phone call locates Rainbow Bay's widest range of holiday accom modation! Every taste and budget well catered for. R a in
TELEPHONE: (02) 6568 6468 PO BOX 21 Nambucca Heads NSW 2448
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BURLEIGH HEADS
Winter Special
from $375pw Beautiful almost new apartments. All mod cons. Close to Bowls & Golf Clubs, Theme Porks, Bus stop of door. Opposite Koala Notional Pork. Lovefy walks. Security parking. Saltwater pool, BBQ. 2 minutes to lagoon for safe swimming.
Koala Cove Holiday Aporlments
Ph (0715535 3282 «Fax (07) 5535 0877 www.koalacove.com.au koalacove
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www.rainbowbayrealty.com.au
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BR air-cond units. • Fully equipped kitchens and laundries. • Secure underground parking with lift access to all floors. • Heated saltwater pools and spa. • Centrally located - easy walk to beach, shops and bowling club. • Low off season rates / tariffs from $325pw B o o k in g s 1 8 0 0 8 0 9 0 6 2
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(Coffs Harbour), FM 107.9, Saturdays 7.15 am. Local and district bowls news with Greg White.
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(South East region of NSW), AM 810 Khz, FM various fre quencies on ABC regional network. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 7.35 am (following local news bulletins), local bowls reports, news and views. Saturdays 8.30 am. South East Sports Show with Lee Hardingham.
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(Central Coast area), FM 96.3, Mondays 12.05 pm-1 pm, “Bowls Today” with Alex Wassens. Saturdays 10.30 am10.40 am. Bowls Update. Daily cancellation service after 8am news weekdays. Sunday “Sports Magazine” 6-8 pm.
2GF
(Grafton and Clarence Valley), AM 1206 Khz, Saturdays 8.10 am. Bowls News as part of Bill Massingham’s “Sports Arena” program.
2HD
(Newcastle area), AM 1143 Khz, Saturdays 8.05 am to 8.15 am live with Newcastle DBA Secretary Denis Broad.
2KY
(State-wide transmission), AM 101.7 Khz, 8.50am every Thursday “Lawn Bowls” segment as part of the “Big Breakfast Show” with Ian Trent and Greg Radley for current lawn bowls news and interviews.
2LF
(Young, Cootamundra, Cowra area) AM 1350 Khz, Saturdays, 8am-10am, local and district bowls news as part o f Greg Wilmett’s sports program.
2NSB
(Sydney Northside), FM 91.5, Saturdays 7.25am, 5 minute segment on lawn bowls, information for the upcoming weekend.
2RE
(Taree), 1557 Khz, Saturdays at 7.30 am with Adel Pobje, covering all District bowls.
2REM
(AlburyAVodonga), FM 107.3, Saturdays 10.00 am, informa tion about what’s on in the area.
2RES
(Paddington) FM 89.7, Saturdays 9.30 am-10 am, bowls news/program.
2ST
(South Coast and Southern Tablelands), AM 1215 Khz, Saturdays 6-6.30 am, Allan Hockey hosts bowls segment of Robert Crawford’s sports program.
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(Illawarra), 106.9 Mhz, Saturdays 8-8.30 am. What is hap pening in Illawarra bowls.
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(Wagga Wagga district) 1152 Mhz, Saturdays at 7.05am fol lowing the 7am National News. Hosted by Scott Levi, local and district news and comments by Doug Murray.
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(Hawkesbury), Saturdays 8.15 am. Local and district bowls news, details o f achievements.
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Narrabri Community Radio (North West Districts), Saturdays 10.30am, Zone 3 bowls report by John C. Forster.
NORTHFM (Hornsby - Kuring-gai Council districts), 100.1 stereo. Saturdays following Sam news, Don Wall presents a bowls report. Also items in program every Thursday between 9am and 12 noon.
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