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Bester Dominates Champion of Champions

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Bulls Bowls Co-Ordinator Ryan Bester took out the Gold Coast Champion of Champion Singles & Fours in the past month. Ryan fresh off a runner up finish in the Australian Open backed up the following weekend in the singles competition. Ryan had to play Australian rep Brett Wilkie in the quarter finals, the game lived up to the hype with Bester prevailing 25-22. Coolangatta’s Braiden Leese was the opponent in the semi-final. Braiden got out to a 9-0 lead but Bester fought back to lead 13-9 and eventually prevailed 25-17.

The final was against Mark Spring from Musgrave Hill. With Broadbeach winning 25-10.

Bester along with teammates Sean Ingham, Clinton Bailey & Rob Thompson won the Champion of Champion Fours against Chris Monk’s rink from Helensvale 24-16. The zone

Bowling Arm Pairs Broadbeach Bulls were delighted to run the clubs first Bowling Arm pairs tournament on Wednesday July 8th. Roger Goodridge spearheaded the idea of a tournament just for bowlers using the arm. A good response of twenty two teams turned up to play three short games of pairs with different formats.

The first game was played the traditional 2X2 pairs, second game 2-4-2 and to finish off 4-4 pairs. Ryan Bester the bowls co-ordinator at Broadbeach had this to say about the tournament “The tournament was fantastic and it is great to see bowlers stay in the sport using the bowling arm.” It was the Victorian team of Phil Gude and Barry Ansett who took top

The Bulls in the busy winter months have put up over $20 000 in prize money. The second of our pair’s tournaments was our Accommodation Over 60’s Pairs. Forty teams entered.

The first day of the tournament teams played four games of twelve ends. The top eightthen went into quarter finals on the second day while everyone else slotted into sections and played for money on the Monday. The top 8 was a who’s who of bowls. The semi-finals had some great match ups. State triples champions Neville Jenkins and Lynsey Ponting were up against John Howard and John McKibben of Tasmania. The Tasmania’s were a bit too consistent in the windy weather and advanced to the final. The other semi-final saw former New Zealand rep Neville Hill and Broadbeach’s own Mar Waitai up againstSouth Australians Bruce Wallace and Cliff Edmunds. In a tight match up the South Australians were victorious. The final was a great game and as tight as it was it did come down to the last end. John McKibben however got over the line and won the first prize of $1500.

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IN THIS ISSUE Ellen Ryan Wins Australian Open Singles Title

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The Innovator - 50 Years Playing 42 Years Innovating

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The Story That Inspired The World To Dance

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A Dream Promotion

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Bowls Australia Gears Up With BLK

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Health News with Dr Andrew Letchford

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Ellen Ryan wins Australian Open Singles Title Bowls Cabramatta’s 18 year old Ellen Ryan become the latest in a long list of Team Henselite Australian Open Singles Champions when she took out the 2015 final at Broadbeach BC over Milmerran’s Maree Gibbs.

“I actually wasn’t going to enter because it was 2 weeks off school and I’m in year 12 at the moment and I didn’t want to miss that.” said Ellen. “But Lynsey (Clarke) asked me to play with them (Natasha Scott and Rebecca Van Asch) in the fours and I couldn’t turn that down. So I thought I’d just play the fours. But then my friend from NSW, Maddison, wanted me to play pairs with her and kept bugging me till I said ‘yes.’ So once I entered those two I thought I might as well play singles!”

“To win it was pretty incredible. It’s the best achievement I have had. It was pretty amazing.”

“Then in the semi-final I had to play Sam Shanahan and that was always going to be a hard too.”

“I didn’t think about winning the title at any point, I just kept thinking I just have to get past this one.

The final was televised and being her first experience of playing in a televised game, Ellen had to overcome a bout of nerves beforehand. “I was eating breakfast across the road and I saw the camera man with the boom camera and it started freaking me out! Once I got started I got off to a good start so I didn’t notice then so much.”

In the final Ellen came up against Queensland’s Maree Gibbs. “I hadn’t played her before so I didn’t know what she was capable of.” she said. But a lack of knowledge of her opponent was no barrier to Ellen who jumped out of the blocks with a 6-0 head start. At 11-1 she had to endure a fightback from Maree who clawed her way back into the game but Ellen remained focussed and finished the job with a 21-10 win.

“My most difficult opponent was the Malaysian, Siti Zalina Ahmed. Just knowing what she had won scared me off,” said Ellen. “I am usually pretty good under pressure, though, so I ignored it and thought to myself ‘I am capable to play the shots.’ Natasha Scott was a big help, she was there and gave me pointers on shots to play.”

“Hopefully this can be a stepping stone and if I keep doing what I’m doing, hopefully get in the national seletors eyes and everything falls into place.”

Aaron’s promise as an Australian Junior and now NSW Under 25 representative has long been evident and the young Warilla champion has been supported by Henselite since 2009. He joins Team Henselite’s Ellen Ryan who won the Women’s Singles the previous day, on the long list of Team Henselite Australian Open singles champions.

Following the most significant win so far, Ellen was named in the Australian Jackaroos squad following the event. A huge achievement for the year 12 student who then returned to her home town of Goulborn to finish her studies. “My aim now is to finish school this year. Then next year I might have a gap year,” she said.

Aaron Teys makes it AO Singles Double for Team Henselite

In an Open tournament without seeding you might think an easy run could be possible.

But Ellen did it the hard way facing some really stiff opposition throughout such as WA Bowler of the Year, Noelene Abe, former finalist, Samantha Shanahan, and Malaysian superstar and Commonwealth Games Gold Medalist, Siti Zalina Ahmed.

“My heart was beating through my chest at the end there.”

“I used Dreamline XG. They were really good, even when it was a bit windy they held their line well or when I wanted them to turn they did that.”

And hopefully we will be seeing a lot more of this young superstar on the bowls green.

Ellen Ryan 2015 Australian Open Singles Champion

dig deep,” he told Bowls Australia.

Warilla greenkeeper, Aaron Teys recorded an historic victory when he took out the 2015 Australian Open Singles title at Broadbeach Bowls Club in June. Twenty-one year oldAaron became the second youngest man to lift the AO singles trophy after the biggest win of his career over international superstar and Canadian Commonwealth Games silver medallist, Ryan Bester.

Using Henselite Dreamline XGs throughout the event, Aaron raced to an 11-6 lead in the final before his seasoned opponent came back to take the lead 13-12. But Aaron was undeterred and steadily strung together 8 shots on the next five ends. Despite a last minute fight back, Aaron was able to hold on to his lead and reach the 21 shots required to secure the trophy.

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Aaron Teys 2015 Australian Open Singles Champion

Henselite Bowlers Sweep 2015 Australian Open Titles With the Australian Open wrapping up for 2015 at Broadbeach BC last month, it was bowlers using Henselite bowls who came out on top across the board.

Both the men’s and women’s singles titles were won with Dreamline XGs by Aaron Teys and Ellen Ryan respectively. They were joined by the entire team of Men’s Fours champions including Wayne Ruediger, Scott Thulborn, Nathan Pedersen and Steven Dennis. Carla Odgers secured a Women’s Fours medal with XGs and in both the Pairs disciplines, Noelene Dutton and Sean Baker used Fusions.

Two more Team Henselite bowlers, Tiffany Brodie and Nathan Appleton continued the trend in the disability events.

This latest swag of titles continues a long history of Australian Open success with the last 4 men’s singles titles and 3 out of the last 5 women’s singles titles won by bowlers with Henselite bowls.

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JUST BOWLS – Where did it begin?

It all started back in February this year, when Russell was at a loose end after several years of committee involvement with the Mooloolaba Bowls club, including President of the Men’s Section and Deputy Chairman of the Board of Management.

The Bowls Doctor to take a Break!

Over a cup of coffee with partner Dell and reading the bowls result in the Tuesday edition of the Sunshine Coast Daily newspaper, it occurred to them that media coverage of bowls on the Sunshine Coast was quite limited. In fact sometimes it was hit and miss if club results made it to the paper because for the press - it was all about available space.

Sadly for the local bowling fraternity this is not so! Barry told me in a chat we had on Wednesday that he will be closing his business at the end of June and taking a forced break.

About the same time Russell was thinking of doing a computer programming course which led him to do some research on the internet.

During this research he came across the option of “creating his own website.” After some time was spent looking into the mire of sites available both in Australia and oversees Russell and Dell choose - Simple site! As the name implies, it is very user friendly backed up by tremendous technical support from the site administrator.

Getting started required a fair amount of patience but after working their way through the programme options, things started to fall into place.

The next challenge was to spread the word amongst Sunshine Coast Bowls Clubs and bowlers generally. Emails were sent to all local clubs, the Men’s and Ladies District Associations, to all State Bodies and across the ditch to New Zealand. Personal visits were made to a number of local clubs where the opportunity was taken to enjoy a cold beer and local hospitality.

The Website was launched in early April and at the end of July the site had received over 15,500 visits. Over the moon with that result – says Russell. Russell told Bowls Plus that the site is committed to reporting lawn bowls news on the Sunny Coast in Queensland.

The aim is to cover, club results, people stories, events and tournaments, plus much more, with the site being updated as information comes to hand 24 -7.

You can visit JUST BOWLS! @ www.justbowls. info Good Bowling to all, Jack high – Editor.

The rumours around town lately were - that Barry Cox was ready to hang up his well-worn; country travelling Boots – to concentrate on his work as a Licensed Bowls Tester.

The forced break has come about because the Sunshine Coast Regional Council, has issued Barry with a notice claiming his business premises located on Nicklin Way Kawana, do not conform to Council zoning requirements.

This a huge blow for all bowlers, especially when Barry has the only Testing Table on the Sunshine Coast and is the only independent Licensed Lawn Bowls Tester, in Queensland.

He told me that during his break he intends to consult with the Council to hopefully resolve the concerns they have with his operation. Let’s hope there is a good outcome from these discussions and that we see the Bowls Doctor back in business - sooner rather than later!

It is rather ironic but after many years as a Licensed Tester Barry undertook his first test following a challenge to bowls during a recent tournament.

Good News though, the challenge failed as all 4 bowls satisfied the testing process. Naturally the owner of the bowls is relieved and will continue to use his set of favourite Aero Dynamics.

Brother and Sister Act! Joel Anderson takes out the Club Kawana Men’s Singles title and is joined by his sister Kiani, who claimed the Ladies Singles title at the club. BUT wait- there is more: The Brother and Sister then go on to win their respective District Champion of Champion titles. Has this created history? We think so!

And to top all this - Joel teamed up with club mate Wade Mutzelburg to win the Men’s Pairs Club Championship and then go on to win the District Champion of Champions title. What a busy Bowling schedule Joel and Kiani have ahead of them!

HUSBAND & WIFE CREATE HISTORY! Husband and Wife Graham and Gayle Morton, have recently created history at the Nambour Bowls Club, by taking out the 2015

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Male and Female club singles titles.

Gayle who took up the game just a few years ago after being encouraged by husband Graham

CLUB KAWANA DUO WIN BACK TO BACK AUSSIE OPEN TITLES! Noelene Dutton and Emma Brown clinch a close win 14-11 in the Australian Open Ladies Pairs, played recently on the Gold Coast and collect the winner’s cheque for $15,000. This is the second occasion for the Club Kawana pair who teamed together to win the event in 2014.

A WILD - TOP DRAW FOURS! The Annual Keith Poole Memorial Top Draw Men’s Fours Event played at Mooloolaba on the last weekend in June saw an emphatic win to the Robbie Wild skipped team, of Lou Dalakis, Bob Dobinson and Jay Globits.

After three days of intense competition, the consistent combination lost just one of their 8 games, and were presented with the $6000 winner’s cheque. The team’s final score of 159.5 points secured the win by a margin of 10 points over: Nathan Wilson, Peter Leon, Kurt Brown & Steve Halmai with a score of 149.5 points.

50 YEARS MEMBERSHIP! Not many Club Members can claim they have been a member of the same club for 50 years!

Stan Butner of the Yandina Bowls club, has reached the 50 year milestone and will be honoured with a special Tribute Day on Sunday 12 July 2015 at is beloved club – Yandina Bowls Club.

In a chat with one of Stan’s long time club mates - known only as BDQ (Real Name??) - He told me a little bit about this gentleman of the club. Unfortunately he has now retired from the game but not before winning club Singles, Pairs, Triples, fours and pennant titles many times over. Stan is keeping his age quiet, but his mate thinks he is in his late eighties. For most of his working life Stan drove the Sugar Mill Trains that operated out of the Nambour Sugar Mill – is now just a memory! Stan still lives in Nambour – the once sleepy town that has burst into life in recent years.

Club Games Director Joe, is happy with the entries so far, but would like more to ensure a big turnout for this Special - MENS FOURS STAN BUTNER TRIBUTE DAY. For more information and to enter a team, phone the club on 544 671 126 or Joe on 0409 059 741.

Jack High, Editor JUST BOWLS.

Seamless change The Aspley Memorial Bowls Club located in Nemira St, Carseldine, Brisbane has just converted two of its three natural grass greens to a “Pro-Green Plus Needle Punch” carpet surface. The work was carried out by Berry Bowling Systems Pty Ltd. In these difficult times sporting clubs battle to remain profitable and, too often, are forced to close.

The change to synthetic greens was a major decision for the club and was the culmination of three years work. In 2012 the then Treasurer, John Pennisi, informed the club’s Management Committee that increasing greens maintenance costs would eventually lead to the club closing its doors in the long term if the problem was not addressed.

A sub-committee comprising Deputy Chairman John Pennisi, Treasurer Barry Duncan, Committee Member and former builder Beppe Cattelan and Greens Director Jack McErlean, was formed to look at the possibility of converting our greens to synthetic by 2015.

It soon became obvious the club would need to apply for Government grants to augment its carefully husbanded cash reserves.

In early 2014 a grants sub- committee was formed to prepare and submit grant applications to the various Government bodies.

The quality of these submissions was instrumental in the club being successful with both of its grant applications to the Queensland State Government and The Brisbane City Council.

In the meantime the Greens Committee was investigating the various types of synthetic carpet surfaces available. It looked at clubs in a similar situation and found that progressive clubs were making a change to synthetic surfaces because they could see the savings achievable which would enable their clubs to survive in the long term.

In a comprehensive survey the Greens committee, along with other experienced members, visited bowls clubs which had installed synthetic surfaces in Brisbane and the north and south coasts, to learn about the surface, any problems encountered with them and also spoke with club members to gauge their level of satisfaction. As well, phone calls were made to clubs in remote areas to determine what effect different climatic conditions might play.

This recommendation was unanimously accepted taken at a club general meeting in December 2014.

Work on the conversion commenced on 10th May 2015. Fine weather allowed the work to proceed at an excellent rate and the project was finished by early July.

smooth, a little slower at this early stage than they had expected, but good to play on!

Members look forward to the Official Opening on Thursday 27 August which The Lord Mayor Graham Quirk and the Hon Bill Byrne, Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries and Minister for Sport and Racing, will attend.

Aspley Bowls Club has a well established volunteer ethos and all necessary ancillary work around the greens was carried out by Greens Director Jack McErlean with a team of club workers.

Club project supervisor, retired builder, Beppe Cattelan, found Berry Bowling System subcontractors had been very cooperative and was satisfied that all work had been carried out in accordance with specifications.

Members had played on the remaining grass surface during the noise and activity of construction and watched as their two greens were excavated and trucked away, new foundations laid and carpet surfaces installed.

They were eager to try out the attractive new surfaces.

On 30 June Tuesday bowlers played on the first synthetic green. Then the ladies played on it on Wednesday. Both new greens were in use on Thursday afternoon 2 July. Seamless changeover.

Reactions from members were very positive.

They liked the experience: very consistent,

Greens Committee Beppe Cattelan, John Pennisi, Jack McErlean, Barry Duncaan

It was found that all such clubs were happy with the change and cost savings achieved.

Researchers were very positive about their experiences on synthetic playing surfaces and could see potential for improvement in performance and increase in membership. The committee chose the needle punch surface.

The Management Committee accepted the sub-committee’s recommendation to convert to the needle punch synthetic surface and decided to recommend to members that we install Pro-green Plus needle punch carpet by Berry Bowling system.

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Thevator Inno

Barry Hamer

Over that long period of time playing lawn bowls at top levels, studying and preparing material for my innovation columns, one must reasonably expect that such ongoing exposure has enabled me to appreciate the pros and cons of our game especially for the subject that I will feature this month.

During my engagement at the Sydney 2000 ] Olympics I observed the amazing number of devices used by the Para Olympians, so that associated with the application of sports psychology and related coaching methods has allowed me to respond more clearly on various arguments regarding such devices.

Prior to significant technological changes taking place for say lawn bowlers, golfers, and tennis players not so long ago, most of those competing players had to rely on local coaches, books and keeping fit to develop their technical skills.

Modern coaching today involves much more than just players fitness, but rather the application of a broad range of sophisticated methods, equipment and technology often discovered chatting with coaches, champions and googling.

As status and money has become the significant drive to reach higher levels, the combination of sports science driven by various Institutions of sport to optomise performance of the sports they deal with, often involves the use of mechanical devices referred to above.

While a range of devices has allowed lawn bowlers having varying degrees of disabilities to participate socially in their clubs, the concern right now is that while such devices are being branded as unfair by a significant number of disgruntled bowlers, analysis by the Institute of sport specialists or other relevant bodies may well be the fairest way to judge and deal this matter.

As the Olympic Games Administrations created a comprehensive and approved scale of games and devices directly relating to the varying degrees of disability to compete seriously under such circumstances, perhaps that may be worth exploring too?

Having witnessed the special rules and methods applied during the Sydney Olympics for Paralympic sports including the visually impaired, a real opportunity to create an appropriate category for lawn bowls is feasible?

So in order to prove that, the bad news is that the current devices appear to be performing too well steading up and controlling any wayward motion of the pendulum in motion during the delivery, and that’s the critical issue needing further professional analysis!

Well having said that I decided to test the devices to see what all the fuss is about, and it didn’t take long to discover why these brilliantly designed and manufactured aids are branded as *unfair by some disgruntled bowlers. In order to challenge that

50 Years Playing 42 Years Innovating *statement I systematically tested the devices above on synthetic and well groomed grass surfaces under varying weather conditions, and now understand why numbers of bowlers playing in competition have complained about the use of such wonderful devices, therefore I list some of my practical findings for further investigation to put this whole matter to bed once and for all.

Disclosure: *I have no commercial or other interest whatsoever in the devices tested and commented on below!

Conducting a number of tests successfully drawing shots was successful.

On-shots proved to be more stable, and consistent.

Removing bowls holding shots in the head became regular and effective due to the very stable grip and *release mechanism of the artificial arm.

That is, modification to the hand of the device locking the bowl securely into the hand grip was brilliant avoiding any wrist and finger movements at the point of delivery could be classified as an advantage.

Reducing the amount of body movements coordinating the step, pendulum, transfer of weight normally delivering a bowl accurately was significant.

Drawing around or inside blocking bowls required much more practice.

Perfect playing on wet rinks by not having to use a towel to dry bowls.

Note: All bowls performed well delivering from the arm due to the mechanical arm’s stability and trajectory of the pendulum not entirely possible with a bare armed delivery controlled by a player’s brain!

Any mechanical device that has the capacity to simplify, and stabilise the normal delivery motion of the bowler’s arms, legs, hands and body to overcome or nullify the effect of nervousness or faulty technique must surely demand critical analysis?

Coaching manuals graphically illustrate the sequence and coordination of the stance, grip, step and delivery and coaches train bowlers to effectively carry However the use of the “bowling arm” significantly changes the biometrics of the delivery from the commencement of the delivery through to its completion involving are a number of psychological elements causing the “yips” during any part of that delivery process.

This problem is not unique to lawn bowls, in fact the most recent banning of the broomstick putter for golf acknowledges that such devices do minimise the dreaded “yips”.

There are other ways to deal with such problems under pressure that has been covered in previous innovation columns featuring self-hypnosis, a potent tool used in high profile sports to achieve key objectives.

I have personally engaged self-hypnosis successfully in competition, also for squash tennis and lawn bowls teams and sides.

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Well informed administrators need to seriously take into account the above before approving the use of any enhancing devices further for open competitions, however such devices well applied will indeed attract much needed membership?

I believe that the integrity of lawn bowls overall must be paramount therefore potential bowlers whether they be high achievers, handicapped, or too shy to join and enjoy our great game at a bowling club needs very serious appraisal?

The Innovator, “Retreaded and pumped up” Barry Hamer

Club pennant competition planning Taking a lead in steering your bowls club/ association.

Whilst at the AO in the gold coast recently I was approached nigh on daily to respond to the regular query as to how to get our club, the players, to commit to win the pennant competition.

And now upon my return I have ventured to a handful of clubs in response to that very same issue which arises as Victorian clubs prepare for their prolonged pennant season. I find the solution to their issue quite easy.

The board or committee is voted in by the members. The board/committee set down the collective competition objective for the club. Then they appoint selectors who will set criteria and choose players to meet that club objective. And the board/committee will appoint a coach to develop the skills of players to perform in competition.

All good. However the people I met these recent times could not spell out what each group’s (committee, selectors, coach, players) responsibilities entail.

Here is where my advice is sought and so here is an expanded statement on the various roles and responsibilities.

1 Role & responsibility of the CLUB COMMITTEE • Set out pennant season competition objectives / goal for what we would expect to achieve for all the club sides with emphasis on the top (two) sides; examples may be Gain finals berth for each of the top two sides promotion of 50% of teams into the higher pennant level no club side to be relegated • Reinforce idea that Saturday pennant and our top two sides are our ‘flagship’ sides • Have the Club members made aware of the club committee objectives • Expect the Selection committee to make decisions to reinforce the club objectives • Select, appoint, even recruit, the right members as selectors for the top sides rather than conduct an election for the role • Head coach appointed and all coaches to contribute to pennant practice • club leaders, everyone is a potential leader in the

club (team) • ensure the decisions are for the club good rather than the individual need 2 Role & responsibility of SELECTORS • to make decisions that reinforce the club objectives • set and disseminate selection guidelines/ criteria to include a reference to compulsory training attendance • choose the best performed players in the top side • require compulsory attendance at head coach supervised training every Tuesday & Thursday • require rink team debrief post match • Require pennant Performance Reports based on game plans and player ratings • communications to pennant bowlers via email; noticeboard; pennant competition planning • season planning, specifically ensuring no club games are permitted to be organised beyond 5pm on Tues/ Thurs for the club pennant players • recruitment of young keen bowlers • require compliance from all players on post match performance report scoring • commitment to formal progress review of top team after every 5 rounds of pennant • form a leadership group for top two sides as a start • leadership group responsible for – culture, standards, communications & team selection, team plan, skills training plus recruitment, invitees into squad • leadership group maybe 6 people – 2 team captains, coach, 2 skips, a selector • Preparation – Pre Season • Pre Season plans shared with top team as from August EXAMPLE a half day session and September have 4 Saturdays pre pennant season with a full day program of game / training, • review performance facts and stats. about all the players from the previous season • review performance facts and stats. about each of the teams from the previous season • review performance facts and stats. about the finalists in the relevant pennant divisions from the previous season • the holding of informal meetings with, selectors, current players, targeted recruits • don’t pander to personalities, remember it is all about the club collectively • do be seen as firm and fair in encouraging the club approach

• Win the pennant final for promotion into a higher division next season To achieve this each one of us must do our best within the team by the following • set agreed team goals for example Agree on how many games to win in season Agree to win 8/9 home games win more ends per game than our opponents have at least 2 rinks win each week • set agreed team plans such as have all players strive to score a 5/10 rating on each game debrief score sheet • our front end team (lead & 2nd) have 2/4 bowls in the head 15/21 ends as a minimum per game • set agreed objectives, roles for each position in a team • identify at least one person per rink, ideally half the members of the side, as • morale lifters operating for the side • acknowledge establishment of a leadership group by the club for the teams

Observations on Pennant performance previous seasons Selectors have a role in reviewing performances from the previous season. This would entail each player, the teams, the finalist clubs in our relevant pennant division.

Additionally the selectors could refer to factors affecting our forthcoming season• Club Leadership, i.e. those with office bearer roles, selectors and those assigned by others, e.g Skips in a side.

• Recruitment for top sides and expectations they have/ club has • Fostering new blood • Player performances- measured statistically, Debrief paper, • Player motivation –by member attendances at training; prospects of every player, fair treatment in selection

5 as a PLAYING MEMBER in the top team aim to To be a member of that team, I agree I need to commit my contribution by • Commit to train with team members Tuesdays 5.30-6.30pm • commit to train with rink members Thursdays 5.30-6.30pm • know, accept and succeed in the agreed role of the position in which I am selected • commitment to team game plan goals • Abide by a commitment to contribute to player meetings, • Abide by a commitment to season planning, • Agree to not arrange club games that clash with team training, Tues / Thurs • Make a commitment to game plans, and openly discuss, agree, apply and review • Abide by a commitment to game debrief performance review, • based on game plan, statistical analysis, skip input, coach observation, selectors • preparedness to train more diligently the following week(s) when my previous game • performance rating score was <5 • Be prepared to improve my skills under supervised coaching to contribute to the team • Show by example I am part of the ‘win’ team mindset prepared to work for success • Don’t be passive as passive members more often are ‘passengers’

How do we get to that the NEXT level of performance?

Simple, by having measurable objectives for each player, each rink in the top two sides. And training to acquire that higher level of skill. AND, by rewarding those taking on their responsibilities and commitments, AND, not rewarding those shirking or flouting their responsibilities. Which (rewards and omissions) can all be in the hands of the selectors.

3 role and responsibility of HEAD COACH • conduct supervised pennant training every Tuesday & Thursday 5.30-6.30.pm • conduct game review for the top two sides • includes being formal advisor to weekly Selection panel meeting • includes being a tactical advisor/ trainer to top teams & skips as requested, • Coordinate the tasks of fellow club coaches • Coordinate availability of coaches for the players unable to always attend the compulsory pennant training • bowlers - identification of skills of the pool of club players • Winter training program (July & August)

The BUS Concept I want to look at the DESTINATION (of the club) written on the front of the bus so as to ensure I am jumping aboard a bus being taken in the right direction.

And before I jump on the bus I want it to appear contemporary and be well resourced (fuelled for energy).

Then where I am willing to be on the BUS, for me as a coach, the bus driver, or you as a player in that team, or a selector, or a club committee member, I ask myself let’s get the right people on the bus get the wrong people off the bus get the right people in their right positions let the passengers off where they do the least damage. Take the role, take the responsibility Do we have the right people on the bus in all capacities. If not is the leadership able or willing to pursue the recruitment of the right people connected to all aspects of club success as set by our committee?

4 Aim of the club TOP TEAM

6 FACTS & STATS.

Known history for pennant finals success.

Selectors can determine from pennant records what pennant result information is valid to use as a tool for evaluating performance next season.

For example facts from Division One pennant here in Melbourne from a previous season: • •

There are four sections for Division one The best winner of the four sections won all 17 pennant games, amassing 278 points • The average for the four winners was 15 wins from 17 games, accumulating 250 points • So a club to win their section premiership this season has to set sail for 15 wins • If a goal is to be in the final four of the section, then information on the fourth placed teams last season is the guide • The best record of a fourth placed club was 10 wins, a draw, 6 losses and 177 points • The average of the fourth placed clubs in sections was 10 wins, 7 losses, with 169 points • If the goal of a club is to finish midfield, or about 6th, the average sixth placed team had 8 wins, 9 losses and gained 147 points • The club also has to be aware of the positions that force you to be relegated, which is second last and last and the limit or measure of those positions the average of 2nd last placed teams was 3 wins, 14 losses gaining only 96 points.

• Winning division two final with players performing at a 38% effective bowls rate • Winning whenever the front end had 2/4 bowls in the head 15/21 ends • Winning whenever both front end players made an effective bowl contribution at least 13/21 ends each Does your club leadership, your bowls association, go to this level of responsibility?

By Lachlan Tighe

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The charity, “Men of League” chose Tugun Bowls and Community club for their July event. Football tragics, members of Tugun Bowls, Coral Cogzell and Ken Hill were delighted to greet State of origin and Broncos legend Alfie Langer. Number 3 green was full that day with barefoot bowlers getting to know a couple of League greats, and getting to know the grand sport of lawn bowls.

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Big guns line-up for Hawks in APL03 The Gold Coast Hawks are the latest franchise to announce their line-up for APL03 Gold Coast Hawks are set to soar to new heights in APL03 when three of Australia’s best bowlers join forces in the third installment of the revolutionary Australian Premier League.

Earlier in the year, Helensvale’s Mark Casey announced he will be returning home to the Gold Coast franchise after two years representing XXXX Brisbane Gold.

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The excitement around the APL is heating up with just over three months left before all the best players from around the globe descend on Club Pine Rivers for the $110,000 event.

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Helensvale’s own Australian Jackaroos Brett Wilkie and Nathan Rice will line-up for the Hawks once more after narrowly missing finals in the Gold Coast Hawks inaugural appearance in APL02.

Gold Coast Hawks are a powerhouse line-up with three Australian Jackaroos, numerous Commonwealth Games medals between them, over three decades experience playing together at Club Helensvale and more tournament victories together than any other team in the APL. Whilst all the talk is around defending champions the Murray Steamers and XXXX Brisbane Gold who have picked up former Solargain Perth Suns star Jeremy Henry, the Gold Coast Hawks will be a highly fancied side.

Rice is thrilled to have another opportunity to play in the prestigious APL alongside two good mates, a highly compatible team he expects to go well this year.

“Every time I suit up for Helensvale I believe we are going to win,” a confident Rice said.

“I’m looking forward to getting back to Club Pine Rivers and playing in front of big crowds with the great atmosphere that the APL creates.” The Gold Coast Hawks are the only team in APL history to have all three players and coach as members of the

Twist to debut for BCiB Sydney Lions Ben Twist will line-up for the BCiB Sydney Lions in APL03 alongside two of the greats of the game BCiB Sydney Lions are gearing up for their third APL appearance, and having yet to make the APL finals, could 2015 be the year of the lion?

Sydney’s line-up for the third instalment of APL is star studded having today announced the recruitment of New South Wales sensation Ben Twist to join three time International Bowler of the Year Aron Sherriff and former world champion Steve Glasson OAM. Twist will be a welcomed edition to the Sydney Lions with the 25 year old having already established himself as a highly regarded international bowler who has represented Australia in World Junior Championships winning gold in the mixed pairs and just last year claimed the Merdeka International singles title in Malaysia.

having finished 6th twice and will be just as determined to be the last team standing at the end of four days of tough competition.

Twist, a member of one of Sydney’s powerhouse bowling club St Johns Park, formerly a Queenslander, is no stranger to the indoor surface having competed in PBA events in England and winning the U’25 indoor singles title back in 2011.

BCiB Sydney Lions and National Assistant Coach Gary Willis will once again lead his charge at Club Pine Rivers and is confident in the team that has been selected and thrilled to have Twist on board.

Twist says he is very excited to be debuting for his home cities franchise, BCiB Sydney Lions in an event he has hoped to be part of since its inception.

“Unfortunately we have lost Karen Murphy due to International duties at the Hong Kong Classic; but we (Sydney Lions) are all very determined to turn our fortunes around at this year’s APL,” Coach Willis said.

“After watching and thoroughly enjoying the first two instalments from home it’s made me hungrier to line-up alongside some of the games greats,” Twist declared.

“Ben Twist is a fantastic inclusion to the Lions squad; he is a highly credentialed fast green player which will suit the Pine Rivers surface.

“I’ve played a fair bit with Aron and Steve previously, so I’m hoping we can work on our already solid combinations and become a real force in APL03.

“Ben is very keen and excited at the prospect of making his debut at the 2015 APL, a great person, fantastic player and we at the Sydney Lions are extremely happy to have him on board.”

“Becoming an APL champion would mean a lot; when you first start bowling an event of this large scale is what you dream of playing in and winning; I couldn’t think of anything better than to take out this year’s prestigious APL.”

Glasson, Sherriff and Twist look very strong on paper and will certainly be backed by many as strong contenders in this year’s competition.

Twist’s team mates have done it tough in the first two instalments of APL

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Husband and wife team Graham and Gayle Morton have created Nambour Bowls Club history by taking out the Men’s and Ladies’ individual Club Singles Championships.

It was the first time in the Club’s 83 years that a couple had won both titles in the same year.

For Graham, this was the sixth singles title he had notched up in his 28 years at Nambour but this was Gayle’s first championship singles title in a shorter bowls career. Although Graham has been a keen bowler for many of the couple’s 40 years together, Gayle has only been playing bowls competitively for three years “I thought I’d never play bowls”, Gayle said.

“There’s a stigma that it’s an old people’s sport, and I never expected it to be as challenging and rewarding as it is”.

Gayle played club and representative hockey for 45 years including a rewarding 35 year association with the local Nambour Blue Demons Hockey Club.

Graham on the other hand grew up playing tennis before displaying talent on the bowling green which has included several district titles plus the prestigious Queensland State Champion of Champion Pairs title in 2000.

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Both Graham and Gayle are highly competitive with squash, table tennis, golf and cricket among their other favourite sporting pursuits.

But it isn’t all serious business, as Gayle described herself as having “good form when it comes to chatting”. In her first game, Gayle asked Graham if she needed a pen, chalk and measure and he politely replied “No, just roll your bowls, sit on the seat and be quiet”. She promptly told him that being quiet was near impossible. The first time they played together competitively in 2012, they won the Club’s Mixed Pairs title.

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The man who oversaw proceedings from the coach’s corner for the first two instalments of APL has been given the call up to represent XXXX Brisbane Gold alongside two highly regarded international bowlers.

Alex Murtagh, a Club Pine Rivers local, will step out for a third time representing Brisbane Gold; however this time the former Australian Commonwealth Games Junior representative will put a bowl down during APL03.

Murtagh can create history of his own becoming the first person to win the revolutionary APL as both a player and a coach; and many believe that with two international heavy-hitters on Brisbane’s roster, they could be installed early favourites.

Teaming up with XXXX Brisbane Gold’s favourite son Kelvin Kerkow and the recently transferred Solargain Perth Suns star and former Northern Ireland international Jeremy Henry, Murtagh will join good company in their quest to get back on top after mixed performances in the opening two APL’s.

After claiming the spoils in the inaugural APL, XXXX Brisbane Gold suffered the tortures of a bottom of the table finish in APL02 which has now brought about change for the Club Pine Rivers owned franchise.

Murtagh says he is feeling excited about the call up however knows the pressure is on when he steps out as a player for the first time.

Queensland veteran.

Murtagh, originally from Bundaberg north of Brisbane, relocated to Club Pine Rivers 12 years ago when the club offered the then teenager a job and a chance to pursue his bowls career in the big city.

“If we happen to replicate 2013 it would go down as a career highlight for me.”

“As a coach it was great to be a part of the victory in the first APL and certainly a memorable moment; however being out there as a player there will certainly be more pressure,” Murtagh said.

“Every team’s goal is to make the finals and from there it’s anyone’s game.

“If we happen to replicate 2013 it would go down as a career highlight for me.”

While Murtagh has never teamed up with Jeremy Henry he has plenty of experiences playing against him and probably more teaming up with Commonwealth Games singles gold medallist Kelvin Kerkow; Murtagh spent most of his state representative career playing alongside the

Now 12 year’s down the track, Murtagh gets the opportunity to repay Club Pine Rivers with a winning performance for the XXXX Brisbane Gold in the much anticipated APL03.

Whilst the banter between coach and players was a trademark of the XXXX Brisbane Gold’s APL campaign with Murtagh at the helm; newly appointed coach Robbie Wild will know what is required after representing the franchise in the opening two APL’s; Wild will be sure to offer close friend Murtagh and his team mates some friendly pointers when he calls his first meeting in charge!

XXXX Brisbane Gold will be entertaining both on and off the green, and with the support coming from the world famous ‘Wayne’s Can Bar’, 2015 could be another great year for the team in maroon.

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Murray Steamers recruit Safuan Said Former Malaysian international Safuan Said set to make his APL debut for the Murray Steamers

1 and APL02’s MVP, however Safuan Said brings with him enormous experience on the world stage and in big games; we are really excited to have him in the team, he is a great addition and I know he is really looking forward to the opportunity,” said a confident coach Mikin-Laurie.

Aiming to be the first Australian Premier League side to go back-to-back in the revolutionary event, the Murray Steamers have been forced to fill the shoes of arguably the world’s best bowler, Alex Marshall MBE for the third instalment of APL.

“Ryan Bester has been performing better than anyone else in the country since APL02 and Michael Walker continues his local form and is itching to get back to Club Pine Rivers; so I’m expecting a strong performance from the Steamers once again.

In the most competitive environment the Murray Steamers have opted for another international superstar to join their franchise and get them into the winners circle once more, when they step out onto the biggest stage with a target on their back as the defending champions.

Malaysian great Safuan Said has the momentous task of filling the flying’ Scotsman’s shoes when he steps out for the Murray Steamers in the $110,000 event this November and couldn’t be happier to take part in the revolutionary tournament.

“I’m super excited to join the Murray Steamers in the APL and I know it will be great to compete alongside Ryan Bester and Michael Walker in such a unique format,” said the former world singles champion.

“I’m enjoying every moment playing bowls down under and as most people say, the best place in the world to play bowls is here in Australia.”

Said will be playing Melbourne Premier League at MCC Kew Sports for the second year in a row prior to stepping out for the Murray Steamers.

Whilst Said hasn’t played internationally for over three years, his team mate Ryan Bester, a Canadian representative, has been in the best form of his life finishing top of the Aero Bowls National Rankings less than a year after winning silver at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games.

People will be questioning whether the Murray Steamers can win consecutive APL titles without Alex Marshall; however their coach Zane Mikin Laurie, the Sports Administrator at Moama Bowling Club has full confidence in the team selected for APL03.

“Obviously we are missing the world number

“Back home I know EchucaMoama and the whole Murray region really got behind the Steamers last year and being the only regional side in the competition we look forward to giving everyone across Northern Victoria and Southern NSW a strong exciting team to cheer on.”

“I’m enjoying every moment playing bowls down under and as most people say, the best place in the world to play bowls is here in Australia.”

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Once again Murray Steamers team mates Ryan Bester and Michael Walker will team up in the prestigious Moama Men’s Pairs as a strong warm event prior to the APL; however they will meet tough competition from their new recruit Said, who will also be using the Moama Prestige Pairs as a practice event leading into his APL debut.

The Murray Steamers are expecting a good band of spectators to make the trip from Moama to Club Pine Rivers to cheer on their team whilst plenty of support from Bester’s home club Broadbeach on the Gold Coast will jump on board the Steamers once again.

The competition is expected to be tougher than ever this year and the Murray Steamers have said they will keep their eyes on XXXX Brisbane Gold as the team to beat, with all the local support, especially from Wayne’s Can Bar, and the inclusion of international star Jeremy Henry, they are already shaping up like a winning combination.

XXXX Brisbane Gold will make their team’s announcement next week; who will join Jeremy Henry and Kelvin Kerkow for the local side in APL03?

For more information on the Australian Premier League and to read team announcements from other franchises visit www.australianpremierleague.com.au

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“Bowls Australia is thrilled to partner with BLK to provide the next generation of apparel for the sport’s top high performance teams like the Australian Jackaroos and finalists of marquee tournaments, but also to extend BLK’s specifically developed bowls suite of apparel to club-land,” Rutley said.

“BLK supplies performance apparel to over 5,000 teams through partnerships with six AFL clubs, as well as A League and Rugby League teams, and have established themselves as the leading apparel provider in Australia.

Bowls Australia is pleased to announce BLK as its official apparel partner for the next three years.

“Through the partnership, BLK will be recognised as an official Bowls Australia licensed manufacturer and I encourage clubs to utilise their expertise and vision demonstrated across a myriad of elite sporting codes to enhance their standards of team wear.”

The new partnership will see internationally renowned sportswear manufacturer BLK #beyondlimitsknown - provide state-of-the-art apparel for personnel at all levels of Bowls in Australia, including Bowls Australia’s high performance squads and staff members, while clubs across the nation will be able to enjoy a new range of club team wear.

BLK Chief Marketing Officer Jason Sintome saying the BLK design teams drew on decades of high performance apparel experience and learnings from multiple elite sports to ensure Bowls Australia is supplied with a superior product.

Bowls Australia have worked closely with BLK’s design team to develop a new look green and gold kit for bowlers representing the nation at international competition, be it Australian Jackaroos or NTC squad members, while others will get the chance to don some of the supplier’s new attire during Fox Sports broadcast or live streamed national events.

Uniforms from the new official apparel partner will make their small-screen debut on finalists at next month’s Australian Indoor Championships, which will be live streamed on bowlsaustralia.com.au.

While the new green and gold range will elevate the prestige of national representation, bowlers from all corners of the country will benefit from the partnership with an innovative new range of club wear set to be available in the coming weeks.

Bowls Australia General Manager Commercial Operations Melanie Rutley said that the sport is excited about partnering with the acclaimed provider under a long-term deal, which will include the 2016 World Bowls Championships among a litany of other national

“As a brand we feel the timing is perfect to be entering into a long term apparel partnership with the team at Bowls Australia,” Sintome said.

“There are some incredibly exciting, fresh faced young bowlers currently pushing some of their more experienced counterparts for places in the various Australian representative teams and there is certainly a willingness from our national teams to push the boundaries.

“As one of the highest participation sports in the country, the team at BLK look forward to providing bowlers of all ages with ranges of high quality, comfortable bowls attire.”

Bowls Australia would like to thank and acknowledge the support received from Aspect Sportswear for their nine years of assistance as the previous apparel partner.

Caption: Australian Jackaroos Brett Wilkie, Kelsey Cottrell and Mark Casey show off some of BLK’s new training apparel for the national squads.

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bins, Brian Pearce [Tweed Heads] 6 plus 28; R/up: Li Li Leng, Ronnie Chia [Singapore], Hiro and Ken Emura [Tweed Heads] 6 plus 17;3rd place: June and Bruce Munn, Sally Archer, Barry Poole [Kingscliff] 6 plus 10; 4th place: Peter Benson, Kevin Connolly, Wayne Heydt, Paul Girdler 4 plus 25

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WINTER MIXED PAIRS [played 13th July]

Winners: Pam Edmunds [Wide Bay, SA], Dave Gardner [Musgrave Hill[ 6 plus 37 on c/b; r/up: Jennifer Youl, Simon Spencer [Tweed Heads] 6 plus 37; 3rd place: Judy Brown [Werribee, Vic], Jack Forbutt [Young, NSW] 6 plus 34 and 4th place: Denise Knight, Brian Lamb [Tweed Heads 6 plus 30. There were also 11 section winners.

QUEENSLAND QUALIFIERS:

TWEED HEADS PRESTIGE OPEN SINGLES and SILVER NUGGET SINGLES: The club received 208 entries for this event with the both the Sunday and Monday fill battling overcast conditions but by Tuesday the field was reduced to 64 competitors.

The winner of this event was Scott DeJongh [Burleigh Heads, Qld] who defeated Kelvin Kerkow [South Tweed] 25/24 after accounting for Ryan Bester [Broadbeach, Qld] 25/17 in one semi-final and thus received the Men’s wildcard entry into the 2015 Golden Nugget. Scott defeated two ‘giants’ of the game in one day which was a tremendous effort.

dington [Tuncurry, NSW] defeated Samantha Noronha 21/11; Tayla Bruce defeated Ellen Ryan [Cabramatta NSW] 21/11; Minor Final: Ellen Ryan defeated Samantha Noronha 21/16; Grand Final: Sarah Boddington defeated Tayla Bruce 25/24. Both winners of this event, Jesse Noronha and Sarah Boddington received wildcard entries into the Golden Nugget.

CHAMPIONSHIPS

The best performed lady was Carmen Anderson but the Women’s wildcard entry from this event into the Golden Nugget went to Emma Brown from Club Kawana, Queensland.

The semi-finals of the Men’s Indoor 2bowl Triples championship resulted in Bill Penney, Russell Luland and Leigh Tynan defeating Greg Ash, Max Jaffray and Abdul Latif in a thriller, 21/20 and in the other game Simon Bailey, David Taylor and Brendan Wilson beat Les Rootsey [sub. Paul Chircop], Steve Ross and John Millington 27/13.The final was won by Brendan Wilson’s team defeating Leigh Tynan’s team 23/17. That now completes the Men’s representatives for the Warilla Bowling Club Challenge to be held at Tweed Heads Indoor Complex on October 16 and 17, 2015.

The Men’s Singles player is Greg Ash and the Pairs team is Paul Girdler and Abdul Latif .

SILVER NUGGET PRESTIGE INVITATIONAL SINGLES

CARNIVALS:

To reach the final Kelvin accounted for Mark Casey [25/16] in the quarters, then Paul Staggard [Burleigh Heads] 25/7 in his semi-final game.

This event is conducted targeting for the best men and ladies between 18 years and 25 years of age in Australia and New Zealand with 2 sections of 6 invitees over 5 qualifying rounds of singles play.

Men: Quarter-finalists: Mason Lewis [Merrylands, NSW] defeated Michael Sims [Trevallyn, Tas] 21/13; Aaron Teys [Warilla, NSW] defeated Sean Ingham [Broadbeach, Qld] 21/10; Semifinalists: Mason Lewis defeated Aaron Wilson [Clayton, Vic] 21/14; Jesse Noronha [Warilla, NSW] defeated Aaron Teys 21/11; Minor Final: Aaron Wilson defeated Aaron Teys 21/19; Grand Final: Jesse Noronha defeated Mason Lewis 25/24.

Ladies: Quarter-finalists: Samantha Noronha [Merrylands, NSW] defeated Kylie Whitehead [Wodonga, Vic] 21/20; Tayla Bruce [Burnside, New Zealand] defeated Natalie Noronha [Merrylands] 21/19; Semi-finalists: Sarah Bod-

MEN’S MAY CLASSIC PAIRS Winners: Geoff Hawkins and Ray Hickman from South Tweed with 6 + 50; r/up: Allan Fawcett and Laurie Sylvester also from South tweed with 6 + 33; 3rd place: Peter Trembath and Barry Poole [Kingscliff] with 6 + 28 and 4th place: Jim Chapman and Brendan Hoey [South Tweed] with 6 + 25. There were also 11 section winners.

LADIES OPEN SINGLES This event was originally called the Tweed Heads Ladies Master Singles for a number of years and has now been re-named the Ladies Open Singles and conducted in sectional play.

The semi-finalist results were Ann Marie Peart [South Tweed] defeated Anne Russell [Musgrave Hill] 25/22 and Carmen Anderson [Cabramatta] defeated Robyn Thomassen [Vic] 25/20. Carmen won the final defeating AnnMarie 25/15.

OPEN MIXED CONSOLATION FOURS [played 12th

June] Winners: Mark Randall, Karl Figura, Ernie Rob-

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The Queensland qualifiers for the Australia Indoor Open Singles Championships were conducted at Tweed Heads and Paradise Point recently for both the Men’s and Women’s divisions.The Men’s qualifiers for the Queensland State were Jason Carpenter [Helensvale], Ken Emura and Paul Girdler [Tweed Heads] and Robert Wild [Pine Rivers].

The 5 qualifiers for the women were Kristy Thatcher [Tweed Heads] June Beverley [Coolangatta], Judy Whaites [Club Kawana] and Lynsey Clarke and Charlie Harkness [Helensvale].

This event will be held at the Tweed Heads Indoor complex starting on Monday August 24 and continuing through to the finals on Thursday August 27.

ASIA PACIFIC GAMES

Three Tweed Heads bowlers have been chosen to represent their respective countries in the upcoming games.Paul Girdler is to represent New Zealand as skip in the Triples and Fours and Hiro and Ken Emura will be representing Japan.

The games will be held in Christchurch, New Zealand from November 24 to December 6, 2015.

LADIES CLUB CARNIVALS 2015

Spring Medley [6 a side]: Monday 7 September close Tuesday September 1 Classic Pairs: Monday 19 October [note date alteration] close Tuesday October 13 Indoor Inter Club Challenge: Monday 2 November Major/Minor Pairs: Monday 16 November close Wednesday November 11.

For more information and conditions of play contact Tweed Heads Ladies Club Games Director, Judy Pearce, PO Box 167 Tweed Heads 2485, e’mail paul.girdler@thbc.com.au: or phone 07 5506 8157 Note that these carnivals are open to all registered lawn bowlers where applicable.

MAJOR EVENTS 2015

Australian Indoor Singles Championships [Indoor event]: Monday August 24 to Thursday August 27. Plenty of spectator’ seating available each day. Results from this event, the Junior Golden Nugget and the Golden Nugget will be published in the next edition of this magazine.

Note: All events and dates are subject to change so please check the club website @ thbc.com. au; for latest information.

MAROON ARM BOWLERS

BROADBEACH ARM BOWLERS TOURNAMENT

Twenty teams of Arm Bowlers competed in the 3 Game Pairs Medley at Broadbeach Bulls Bowls Club on Wednesday the 8th of July 2015.

Teams from the Gold Coast were joined by teams from the Sunshine Coast, Brisbane and the Ipswich-Toowoomba area. Two holidaying arm bowlers from Victoria, Barry Anset and Phil Gude (members of the Victorian Arm Bowlers squad) entered as a team and took home the major prize. The format proved popular and will be the basis for future Arm Bowlers events.

FORMING OF A COMMITTEE At the conclusion of the Arm Bowler’s Event at Broadbeach Bulls Bowls Club, the arm bowlers discussed the need to create an organisation in known as the Maroon Arm Bowlers.

COACHING FOR ARM BOWLERS The use of an artificial devise to bowl is keeping bowlers (who would otherwise be forced into retirement) on the greens. Bowlers who lost form because of physical restrictions are finding they can play again at a level similar to how they played before their decline in health. New arm bowlers need coaching to relearn the art of lawn bowls while the more experienced arm bowlers struggle to find a suitable qualified coach to correct minor technical defects. To assist arm bowlers of all levels, Bill Cornehls, the High Performance Coach from Bowls Queensland, will hold an Arm Bowlers Coaching Day at Broadbeach Bulls Bowls Club on Wednesday the 16th of September commencing at 10:00am. There will be two hours of coaching in the morning followed by a BBQ lunch and the opportunity to participate in a game of social bowls or additional coaching in the afternoon.

Cost for the day is $10 to cover green fees, lunch and coaching expenses. Preregistration will

Queensland to co-ordinate and promote events for arm Bowlers. It was apparent that the majority of arm bowlers present supported forming an Arm Bowlers Association in Queensland and a number volunteered to be part of an inaugural committee. The first committee meeting was held on 15th of July 2015 and agreed to a number of resolutions.

NAMING OF THE ARM BOWLERS ASSOCIATION Various options were considered but the general feeling was that the name needed to reflect the whole of Queensland and not exclude Arm Bowlers from outside a demographic area.

When the name “Maroon Arm Bowlers” was suggested it was instantly accepted by all present.

Henceforth the arm bowlers association shall be ensure there is ample food and tailored coaching drills. Expressions of Interest to be emailed to the Maroon Arm Bowlers ARM BOWLING EVENTS Musgrave Hills Bowls Club is sponsoring an Arm Bowlers Pairs Medley at Musgrave Hill on Friday the 23rd of October, commencing at 9:00am. The morning event will conclude with a BBQ lunch.

Team or single entries are welcome and entries can be emailed to the Maroon Arm Bowlers. A flyer is available on request.

REGISTER OF ARM BOWLERS Privacy restrictions prevent Bowls Queensland from releasing personal details of bowlers issued with a card authorising the use of an artificial device (bowling arm).

Consequently a data bank of Arm Bowlers is being created by the Maroon Arm Bowlers. Arm Bowlers on the Register with an email address will receive a copy of the Maroon Arm Bowlers Newsletter and brochures promoting Arm Bowling Events. To receive a registration form, please email your request to the Maroon Arm Bowlers

INTERSTATE CHALLENGE Similar Arm Bowling Groups are active in NSW, Victoria and SA. Teams of 18 (16 and 2 reserves) from each state compete against each other during the second week of September each year. The 2015 Interstate Challenge is being held in SA this year and it is Victoria’s turn to host the Interstate Challenge in 2016.

There is currently an offer on the table from Victoria for Queensland to host and compete in 2016 events.

The Maroon Arm Bowlers have indicated to Victoria that they are able to host the Interstate Challenge and field a competitive team. It is expected Victoria will ratify the change of venue to Queensland at their next committee meeting.

Over the next 12 months Arm Bowlers competing at Arm Bowlers Events will be assessed and those interested arm bowlers with the ability/potential to be part of a Maroon Arm Bowlers Interstate Challenge Squad will be invited to try out for the team.

The formality of this process is still to be finalised.

Meanwhile Arm Bowlers interested in being part of the Maroon Arm Bowlers Interstate Squad are invited to provide express their interest to the Maroon Arm Bowlers.

DORRIGO BOWLS CLUB

We are so used to playing at and visiting bowls clubs that are affiliated with BA but there is a club that sits in a district with scenery to die for, with friendly townsfolk to mingle with, with bowlers eager to play, with a green in enjoyable condition and is not affiliated. We are talking about Dorrigo Bowls Club.

Dorrigo is on the escarpment of the Dorrigo Plateau overlooking the coastal plain towards Coffs Harbour.

With Dorrigo World Heritage National Park, the first World Heritage National Park in Australia, with full flowing high waterfalls, some only 1 km from town, this would be the town and bowls club to visit not just for a day but stay and enjoy.

Dorrigo Bowls Club had some difficulty with falling membership and dwindling finances resulting in the loss of affiliation but retention of eager and loyal membership. Having freehold the club has disposed of some infrastructure and associated land but retained title of the green and space for a club house. Currently a development application is being assessed by the local council for the construction of a new club house and car parking facility. In the meantime the club has access to the old club room facilities for larger bowls associated functions. Of course the intention is to regain affiliation in the future.

Bowls is conducted on Saturday afternoons with Friday twilight games during daylight saving times.

Very very social is the theme of all games but serious play is not forgotten. There are 30 members for a good game with any visitors. Maybe a group of bowlers would like to visit and enjoy the play and scenery over a few days.

The President, Neville Beaumont, would be pleased to be contacted by any potential visitor bowlers at nev@beaumontproduce.com.au or 0427 572 445 after hours.

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GOLD COAST PLAYS TO HOME GROUND ADVANTAGE

Social Bowling Interests

The glittering Gold Coast certainly made an impression at the recent Keno & Clubs Queensland Awards for Excellence, taking home a mammoth seven awards!

Over 1200 guests from across the State attended the awards new home at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre event to see Currumbin RSL take home four awards (separate release), in addition to BMD Northcliffe taking home the trophy for Best Surf Life Saving Club, the Broadbeach Bowls Club taking home the award for Best Bowls Club Venue and CSi – Club Southport receive the Best Keno Coordinator title.

BMD Northcliffe smashed its competitors in this award category, donating $1.75 million to the surf life saving club to ensure it can continue supporting and educating volunteer members and the local community on surf awareness, surf safety, resuscitation and contribute towards youth development.

Broadbeach Bowls Club has four greens of International Standard with shading, disability access and two greens having lights for night bowls. Holding important competitions in 2014 such as State Districts, Uni Games and World Under 25’s, the club will also seek to host the Australian Open and Maccabi Games in 2015 for a future five years.

Developing a fantastic youth program to encourage young players develop a love for the game, Broadbeach Bowls Club is bucking the stigma that bowls is only for older players.

CSi Southport staff member Jaimi Peacock took home the award for her commitment, enthusiasm and responsibility as Keno Coordinator, with her meticulous attention to detail, trainingsessions and promotional displays contributing heavily to the growth of Keno at the club.

Clubs Queensland Chief Executive Officer Doug Flockhart congratulated the Gold Coast region on their outstanding awards success. “With an ingrained philosophy and ongoing commitment to its community, boosting tourism and ensuring surf safety locally, nationally and abroad, as well as a beautiful vista of the Surfers

We have work mates, we have best friend mates and we have bowling mates. So while we are members of a bowling club we also combine these interests into social bowling clubs or groups.

This is great and rewarding and then we can take it a step higher where a number of these groups come together to play bowls and socialize.

Sunday morning on the 18th of January saw three such clubs come together at Red Hill Community Sports Club’s bowling greens to play with and against each other. These days are made for fun and enjoyment and the bowlers lived the fun day.

Queensland Newspapers Bowling Club, The Gap Services Bowling Club and Normanby Social Bowling Club were the clubs. How wide a range could you get with newspapers, Services and footballers but common interest in bowls and friendship bound them together.

There was not a prize or trophy to play for; the idea was fun. Still, bowlers need to be fed and a host of volunteers ably led by Allan Cunnington, AKA Captain Tongs of the good ship “Barbie Plate”, served up a yummy tummy filling lunch.

Paradise coast line, BMD Northcliffe is one of the finest clubs on the Coast,” Mr Flockhart said. “Set to host bowls for the Commonwealth Games, the Broadbeach Bowls Club will continue to grow and expand its facilities and will soon become world renowned,” he said.

The Keno & Clubs Queensland Awards for Excellence celebrates the collective and individual achievements by this vibrant $1.9 billion industry.

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The presidents: Col Cable of Normanby, Geoff Hurst of The Gap and Peter Edwards of Newspapers look forward to assembling their members for a repeat soon. There was too much frolicking not too.

Norfolk Island: The Ideal Bowlers Holiday

In the final days of the 2015 TAB Triples Tournament on Norfolk Island,the mid-afternoon atmosphere in the Club House is pretty relaxed. On the greens outside the women are battling it out for the lastspots in the Ladies final, but even they are not showing too much stress. Actually that’s not too surprising though, as at the Norfolk Island Bowling Club you’ll find it’s much like this at all their major annual competitions. Indeed, the words most visitors are using to sum up this week are: ‘relaxed, friendly and easy’.

One of the visiting bowlers is Robert McNamee, a National coach who together with around 35 others has travelledto Norfolk from Bundaberg in Queensland. As a bowling destination, Robert says “Norfolk Island is different to any other place”. He reckons the small size of the island

for every trip coming home with a great catch,such as Kingfish, Silver Trevally, Amberjack and Sweetlip (Red Throat Emperor). The beauty of the Island is infamous with high rising cliffs, green undulating valleys, lush rainforest and brilliant turquoise waters over coral reefs. Equally amazing is its history of convict past (World Heritage listed) and as the final home for the mutineers and Tahitian women of ‘mutiny on the Bounty’ fame. Aside from independently exploring the island, there are many tours and activities on offer including 4WD tours, Glass-Bottom Boats, progressive dinners to island homes, museums, sunset fish frys, swimming and walks. Nonbowling family and friends are certainly kept well entertained.

A sign above the bar at the Norfolk Island Bowling Club reads “There are no strangers in this club, just friends you haven’t met.” Whether taking part in one of the club’s scheduled competitions, bringing a group from your club at another time, or coming for a casual bowl while on holiday, a friendly bowling time on Norfolk Island is surely guaranteed.

makes this the perfect holiday as, aside from it being genuinely welcoming and social you spend minimal time in your car. “It’s a real holiday where the bowls are good and the Club makes you welcome”. Bob is also impressed with the state of the green’s crediting Green keeper Jeff Pleger with doing a wonderful job.

The ‘organiser’ of the Bundaberg group is Denis Young from the Elliott Head Bowls Club. Denis, a National umpire says it was easy to organise for the group to travel for the comp and they are comfortably staying in a few different locations, but all are close to the Club.“We come for a holiday and a bit of fun” and also enjoy the company of not only the local bowlers but meeting up with people from all over Australia and New-Zealand and even running into friends they’ve made at other competitions. Being located “in the middle of the ditch” means Norfolk Island uniquely attracts both Aussie and Kiwi bowlers who together with the locals create instant, but of course very friendly, Trans-Tasman battles!

The Norfolk Island Bowling Club runs three major tournaments each year and also welcomes Club groups for social comps at any time of the year. Individual bowlers can turn up for a game when on holiday and know they’ll always be welcomed. TAB Triples runs in August each year (12-22 August 2016) with men’s or ladies teams and a minimum of five qualifying rounds. Each February the South Pacific Pairs is an Open comp for men’s, women or mixed pairs (February 21-26 2016). The Club’s longest standing signature event, the Bounty Bowls Tournament runs every May (May 1-8 Open Fours and 8-12 May 2016 Mixed fours).

Many of the bowlers at the TAB Triples this year were finding time to fit in some fishing and golf during the week. Norfolk’s fishing is renowned

Denis, Robert and their group travelled with the Norfolk Island Travel Centre, a locally owned agency and Norfolk Island Bowls Club sponsor who offer special discounts on some accommodation with 1 in 10 bowlers staying free, or for larger groups 1 in 21 bowlers fly free.

They can be contacted on freecall 1800 1400 66 email joyce@travelcentre.nfor visit www.norfolkislandtravelcentre.com

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CALCIUM-CHARGED RECIPES The foodies from The Dairy Kitchen have created a collection of inspirational, calciumpacked recipes designed to help Australians meet their daily dairy requirements - something that can be particularly challenging for women over 50 who need four serves a day of calciumrich milk, cheese and yoghurt to protect against thinning bones.

“Sounds like a lot,” admits The Dairy Kitchen’s Amanda Menegazzo. “But it is actually do-able and delicious, especially with our new collection of eight contemporary easy-to-prepare recipes at hand.”

The warm, aromatic Homemade Chai Latte is a good place to start.

“This melting pot of warm milk infused with fragrant spices such as cinnamon, cardamom and cloves will comfort you on the chilliest winter’s day,” promises Amanda. “It is the perfect calcium-rich snack, containing four times more calcium than a regular cup of tea with a splash of milk.”

Homemade Chai Latte Serves 2

Soup’s another warmer that can easily be given a calcium boost.

“Making soup is a great time-saver, as you can prepare ahead of time and make a double batch to freeze in portions for later,” suggests Amanda. “Our Creamy Carrot and Coriander Soup is simple to create and is incredibly nutritious thanks to the use of fresh, seasonal produce combined with milk and natural yoghurt.”

Nothing beats a homemade pie, and The Dairy Kitchen’s Kale, Pumpkin and Feta Pie is really versatile. Perfect piping hot straight from the oven for dinner or delicious cold for lunch.

“This is a rustic pie with a modern twist, combining seasonal pumpkin and kale with a crunchy top of filo pastry and pepita seeds – and the combination of feta, parmesan and milk, ensures that each portion contains a serve of dairy.

Visit www.legendairy.com.au/recipes

Ingredients 2 teaspoons black tea leaves 2 cardamom pods, bruised 1/4 cinnamon stick or 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 3 cloves 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 2 cups milk 1 teaspoon honey Method 1. Combine all the spices to create a Chai Latte Mix. At this stage mix can be stored for up to a month in a sealed jar.

2. Heat milk in a small saucepan or microwave until just below boiling point. Turn off heat, add spice mix and allow to infuse for 3-5 minutes.

Stir in honey and strain out spices. Pour into tea cups and serve immediately.

Visit www.legendairy.com.au for more information and www.legendairy.com.au/recipes for more great recipe ideas and tips.

Creamy Carrot and Coriander Soup with Parmesan Toasts

Kale, Feta and Pumpkin Pie Serves 2

Serves 2

Ingredients 300g (2 cups) peeled, cubed pumpkin (1cm x 1cm) olive oil spray 1/4 bunch kale, shredded (3 cups) 2 spring onions, finely sliced 3 eggs, lightly beaten 1/2 cup milk 100g feta, chopped 2 tablespoons grated parmesan 4 sheets filo pastry 2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds (pepitas), optional Method

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 small onion, chopped 500g carrots, chopped 1 cup vegetable stock 1 cup milk 2 tablespoons finely chopped coriander 1/2 cup natural yoghurt Parmesan Toasts: 2 slices sourdough bread 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese 1 tablespoon grated cheddar cheese

Method 1. Heat oil in a medium saucepan.

Add onion and cumin, sauté for 3-5 minutes or until softened. Add carrot and stock, cover and bring to the boil. Simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes, or until carrots are tender. Remove from heat and process with a stab blender until smooth. Return to heat and stir in milk and coriander. Reheat gently until warmed through. Serve with a dollop of yoghurt.

2. For Parmesan Toasts: Grill bread on one side until golden. Turn over top with combined cheeses and grill until cheese is bubbly and brown. Serve warm with soup.

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1. Spray pumpkin with olive oil and scatter over a baking paper lined oven tray. Bake at 220°C for 20-30 minutes or until lightly golden and cooked through. Place kale in a microwave safe bowl with 1 tablespoon water and microwave for 1 minute or until slightly wilted.

2. Combine pumpkin, kale, spring onions, eggs, milk, feta and parmesan cheese in a bowl. Layer filo sheets in alternating pattern (lengthwise and widthwise), into a 1 litre baking dish, spraying between each layer with olive oil.

3. Pour filling into pastry and fold over excess pastry to enclose pie. Spray with extra oil spray and top with pumpkin seeds. Bake at 200°C for 30-40 minutes or until cooked through and set.

CHARLEVILLE WORLD WAR 2 CONVOY TOUR. IT’S A MUST DO! A Top Secret United States Army Air Force Base was established in Charleville in 1942. 3500 American servicemen were based here until 1946 along with one of World War 2’s best kept Top Secrets.

It’s a tour with a difference, a fascinating story that involves the Battle of the Coral Sea and the war in the Pacific. The story unfolds as the guides take you through what remains of a base.

WORLD WAR II CONVOY TOUR • How was Charleville connected to the Battle of the Coral Sea? • How many USA Servicemen were stationed in Charleville?

• What secrets were the Americans hiding in Charleville in 1942?

Join the World War II Convoy Tour to find out.

BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL CHARLEVILLE VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE PHONE: 07 4654 7771 EMAIL: cosmoscentre@cosmoscentre.com obguides@bigpond.com

Many hours of research have gone into this tour, including the massive job of clearing the remaining sites.

Each day there is more information being discovered by the enthusiastic guides who share the stories with visitors to Charleville.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT THE Charleville Visitor Information Centre 07 4654 7771 email: cosmoscentre@cosmoscentre.com

USA Aircorp Men who served in Charleville The remains of the Bomb Sight Vault Built to house ‘the secret’

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The Broadbeach Bulls really roared as they walked off the green yesterday at Helensvale WINNING the Mens 1st Division Final for the Gold Coast Tweed District Pennant Final.

The 1st Division Ladies Pennant won convincingly last Friday by

almost 60 points and the men topped it off for the Club winning the Mens final against South Tweed.

The Club is truly united with both wins under their belt. An announcement will be made in the next week as to the contractor for the Club renovation which will begin late September and be ready by the end of March 2016.

The Board would like to thank all

concerned in the effort to raise the bar for mens and ladies bowls in their Club.

Bring on 2016, Colleen Gilbert Broadbeach Bulls Further information call Ryan Bester 0432 612 325

QUEENSLAND BOWLS CLUB OF THE YEAR 2009, 2012 AND 2015 Trivia & Poker : Thurs | Live Entertainment, Raffles & Poker : Fri | Poker : Sat

Broadbeach Bowls and Community Club 169 Surf Parade, Broadbeach, Qld 4218

Phone: (07) 5531 5913

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Girls On Tour Close to Bowling Club

Your hosts: Harley and Mary Moss 31 Landsborough Pde, Golden Beach, Coloundra, Queensland, 4551 Australia Telephone +61 7 5492 3666 Facsimile +61 7 5492 3422 Website: www.windwardpassage.com.au.

Absolute waterfront From your spacious designed disabled balcony, enjoy the holiday accommodation apartments and spectacular ocean on the Sunshine Coast. spacious two and view, the pristine three bedroom waters of Pumicestone Passage apartments all with ensuites and and untouched beauty of Bribie large north easterly facing, sunny Island. To your left the ever passing balconies. Freeform freshwater procession in the shipping channel swimming pool, heated in the cooler and the panoramic night time view months for all year round enjoyment. of the lights of Caloundra is simply breathtaking. Whether you enjoy These superb apartments offer guest fishing, windsurfing, golfing, walking the perfect tranquil haven for the or just relaxing on the sand, it is right family holiday, honeymoon, romantic on your doorstep. getaway, or just a few quiet days to soak up the sunshine. All apartments Our comfortable fully self-contained come with a full size kitchen with all accommodation includes a modern conveniences (dishwasher, magnificent Penthouse, superb oven, microwave) and own laundry Executive Suite, two specially facilities.

Queensland owned and operated women-only travel business, Girls On Tour is proud to offer well-organised, escorted, small-group tours to all parts of the world. Designed for seasoned or first-time travellers, owner/ operator Judy Polkinghorne is delighted to provide a vehicle for women to travel in the company of other like-minded women to exciting destinations.

“Our tours combine a good mix of group activities whilst allowing ladies free time to do some exploring of their own” says Judy.

Operating since 2006 and boasting 20% return business, Girls On Tour isreturning to Antarctica & Galapagos again in 2017 and has many other wonderful tours coming up in 2016. Beverley from the Sunshine Coast said of the 2012 tour, “So many sights to see, cameras are clickingconstantly, but it is the friendship of all the girls, and Judy’s leadership skills, that make these trips something to really enjoy, and remember forever.”

Contact Judy on 0409 057 417 or visit www.girlsontour.com.au for more information.

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Key Largo Holiday Apartments are perfectly located in the heart of the Sunshine Coast, easily within walking distance to some of the Sunshine Coast’s most popular surfing and swimming beaches.

- Vietnam andinCambodia - 24 days 2015 to: departing 26th February - Magnificent Europe - 24 days departing • “Spain, Portugal Morocco” 17th April includes 7 day & Avalon River Cruise from Passau to Budapest. departs 14th August - 30 days - The Kimberley - 16 day camping safari in The Kimberley, WA - only 8 places left.

• “Treasures of the- July Balkans” - Scandinavia & Beyond 2016 th – including 3 nights in St Petersburg, departs 19 September - 23 days Russia.

Discover China and The Silk Road •-September “Journey through France plus 2016 - Incredible India - October 2016 Christmas Markets” Antarctica, Galapagos & A Taste of South departs 5th Nov America - February 2017- 28 days ALL TOURS CLOSING SOON!

Check our website for full details at www.girlsontour.com.au/upcoming-tours

Key Largo is also close to everything you need to make the perfect holiday complete, with world-class shopping, fine dining and some of Australia’s favourite tourist attractions all at your doorstep, not to mention the stunning panoramic ocean views from your full size balcony. The Sunshine Coast maintains the perfect climate all year round making it an ideal location as your choice holiday destination.

KEY LARGO HOLIDAY APARTMENTS 6 Aerodrome Road, Maroochydore QLD 4558 Hosts: Cas & Bear Rawlinson PH: (07) 5443 7774 www.key-largo.com.au Email: enquiries@key-largo.com.au

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the sea, the Majestic Humpback Whales. Be spellbound as they perform some of the most amazing acrobatic displays that only Mother Nature could choreograph.

This is your opportunity to witness the Humpback Whales in their This is your opportunity to witness the Humpback Whales in their natural environment with the stunning Gold Coast skyline glistennatural environment with the stunning Gold Coast skyline ing in the background. Take home unique memories that only glistening in the background. Take home unique memories that Mother Nature can provide! Within minutes our vessel, Spirit of only Mother Nature can provide!

Gold Coast, will have you up close and personal with these majestic creatures as they perform some of the most amazing acrobatic Within our vessel,Nature Spirit of Gold Coast, will have you up displaysminutes that only Mother can choreograph. close and personal with these majestic creatures as they perform some of the most amazing acrobatic displays that only Mother Nature can choreograph.

Tours leave daily at 9:30am from Mariner’s Cove Marina – Main Beach.

Family run with a passion for Humpback Whales!

With over 20 year’s experience, weand invite you The adventure takeswhale 2.5 towatching 3 hours with tea, coffee biscuits to join us for a memorable adventure.

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Whale Watching on the East Coast of Australia, our Gold Coast location Spirit of Gold Coast to enjoy the longestbar Whale Spirit is aallows 24 meter super catamaran with fully licensed and Watching Season in Australia from June to early November each excellent upper and lower decks purposely built for whale watchyear. ing.

The Gold and Coast is theSpirit best location forallWhale Beautiful stable, welcomes ages Watching on board. in Australia. This is due to the close proximity of Byron Bay being the most eastern of the East of Australia so close to Sightings arepoint guaranteed or aCoast free return cruiseand is offered. the Continental Shelf. The Humpback Whales always travel inside the toonly protect themselves and their calves from OurContinental main priorityShelf is not to operate just as a tourist attraction, the Orca, killer whale, one predator of the Humpbacks. but to educate our guests and raise awareness of these magnificent creatures on their annual migration.

Spirit is a 24m super catamaran with fully licensed bar and excellent viewings from lower andwith upper decks, purposely built for Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere friendly staff, professional comWhale Watching. vessel leaves daily atto9:30am mentary, amazingThe whales and memories take forfrom life!!!Mariner’s Cove Marina, Main Beach. It is a 2.5 to 3 hours adventure with complimentary tea, coffee and biscuits on arrival. Whale sightings are guaranteed or a FREE return voucher is given for a second trip!

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Have a Great Day Out on the Water this Winter!

Winter is a fabulous time on the Gold Coast to get outdoors and enjoy the crisp clear air! And there’s no better way than to hoist the sails for a cruise on the shimmering calm waters of the Broadwater on a genuine square rigged timber pirate ship, the mighty Maranoa.

Maranoa does regular all-day trips to sunny Stradbroke Island and Romantic Sunset Cruises or you can charter the ship exclusively for your private function.

We do all sorts of functions on Maranoa. Hens parties are very popular as are bucks, birthdays, Christmas, corporate lunches, school educational, sail training, weddings and remembrance services.

Pirate Parties are always a favorite and we even have our own “Captain Jack, Pirate Magician.” Local entertainer Jack does card tricks and sleight of hand and entertains the crew with his hilarious pirate banter. Jack is available for kid’s or adults parties.

Or how about a day cruise to beautiful sub-tropical Stradbroke Island? Maranoa departs stylish Marina Mirage selected mornings for a leisurely calm water cruise under sail to Couran Cove and Tipplers Resort and returns around 4 pm. Hoist the sails, steer the ship and enjoy morning tea or a complimentary drink. See the beautiful sights which include city-scapes and national park bush land. You’ll see wallabies and goannas, beautiful birdlife and perhaps a pod of dolphins will ride the bow wave! You can get off the ship for lunch at snazzy eco resort Couran Cove or laid-back Tipplers Resort, where owner Scott will satisfy your culinary for a very reasonable fare. Jet ski hire, seaplane and speedboat rides are available while you are on the island, or just kick back and work on your tan!

Fantastic Business Opportunity South Australia’s second largest city. 15 acres of prime Industrial land. Can be split into 3 x 5 acre separated block for large industry or can be rezoned into country living.

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Here at Goodhew Electrical and Solar we strive to encompass the entire package...

All of our systems and pricing include full installation, (for a standard property), this includes connection to the grid. We’ve spent many years in the Redlands building our company, for this reason we don’t use any sub-contractors, only our own highly qualified electricians.

Another aspect we provide to the customer is full after installation service and support. We have technical advisors on hand to help you through any information regarding your system, or any queries you have about expansion.

All of our technicians have been fully trained in inverter servicing. This means that at any stage, everything is kept in-house at our workshop in Cleveland. No messy turnaround times while other companies send your inverters away to get fixed.

We use all stainless steel fixings and bolts, and aluminum rails to ensure that your system withstands the test of time. Everything is fully sealed so there will be no roof leaks. Because it’s only our own electricians doing the installs, it makes it easy for us to keep such a high level of quality control.

This means every panel array will be straight, there will be no damage to the roof, and the switchboards will be done to the upmost standard of safety.

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Rick & Linda from Russell Island We waited for a year for council to approve our home but as soon as it was Goodhew had our Solar up within 2 weeks. We were really happy with the boys who came to install it; they were friendly and answered our questions. They were efficient and cleaned up all their mess.

Our neighbors have a Goodhew system also and we both wanted to support a local company. It’s great to buy locally and even better when it’s great customer service.

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Patellofemoral (Kneecap) Arthritis Kneecap arthritis is a common condition in older active adults and causes pain under or around the kneecap. Kneecap arthritis is aggravated by activities that involve squatting, walking up and down stairs or lunging down onto one leg such as when delivering a bowl. Despite being one of the most common forms of knee arthritis, we do not understand what causes kneecap arthritis, nor do we know the best treatment for it.

In younger people under 40 years of age with kneecap pain, our research group in The University of Queensland has shown that good footwear and in some people, foot orthotics, can improve kneecap pain as well as improve balance and lower leg function.

To see if similar treatments are effective in those over 40 with kneecap arthritis and pain, we are now conducting two studies at The University of Queensland. The first study will look at how people with kneecap arthritis differ from people of a similar age without kneecap arthritis with regards to leg and foot alignment and leg function. The second study will compare two different types of treatment involving different forms of specialized footwear.

The information gained from this study will help guide current treatments to provide better short term improvements in kneecap pain and leg function, and in the longer term may even help slow down arthritic changes in the knee to delay the need for knee replacements.

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Health News with Dr Andrew Letchford – Orthopaedic Surgeon It is a well know fact that as we age, parts of our body can begin to cause issues that require further investigation. I think you would all agree that hips and knees are high up on the list of things that start to cause us problems. We had the privilege of discussing this in some detail with one of South East Queensland’s leading orthopaedic surgeons, Dr Andrew Letchford. Dr Letchford, specialises in arthroplasty (joint replacement), knee reconstructions, sports injuries and acute orthopaedic trauma. He implements modern, result focused treatments and is a strong advocate of providing a private call trauma service for patients and GP’s.

Some of the most common questions he is asked regularly are; Q: When is the right time to see a specialist about my hips and knees?

A: The main indication as to when you should see a specialist is, when your everyday life and activities are impacted by your general mobility.

Another clear indication is, when your pain levels are no longer being managed by general nonprescription medication such as paracetamol and anti-inflammatories.

Q: Typically hip and knee problems are seen in people in the older age bracket, is this still your experience?

A: It is correct that joint degeneration both of hip and knees is a problem that comes with old age, but I am also seeing quite a few younger patients due to greater general focus on exercise to improve health.

Q: What are the most common conditions you see in patients?

A: The most common complaints that I see on a daily basis are, Hip and knee arthritic pain and knee injuries. I also see and deal with a large number of Trauma cases that come in from the private Emergency departments, with NOF’s (Neck of Femur) and sports fractures being the most common.

Q: What are some of the advancements that have been made in recent years in hip, knee and joint surgery?

A: Surgery is quite an exciting field to work in. It is at the cutting edge of modern medicine, and orthopaedics crosses over into fields of engineering and design including robotics and materials.

I fully expect that within 12-18 months, I will be using robotic surgery on the Gold Coast. This will allow us unparalleled precision in arthroplasty joint replacement surgery. We will be able to individually size, place and align the prosthetic componentry based on the patient’s own CT scan with micro adjustments of 0.2 of a millimetre.

Q: Hip and knee conditions often go untreated, with patients just suffering in silence, what would your suggestions be when pain is no longer able to be managed with non-prescription treatments?

A: Patients will frequently avoid dealing with some of their joint issues fearing this will inevitably require surgery. However, there are some nonsurgical options that a good general practitioner can provide advice on. These would include, Physiotherapy, water therapies, Yoga, Pilates, which may aid in discomfort, not all concerns result in surgery.

Q: After surgery what is the usual recovery times for patients?

A: In simple procedures such as keyhole arthroscopy, patients are admitted for day surgery. It takes two weeks for the wounds to heal, and depending on your circumstances, a return to work or general activities in anywhere from 14 days to 6 weeks is usual.

More involved procedures such as, hip or knee replacements require a bigger commitment.

Patients can expect to go home five to seven days after surgery, once they have satisfied physiotherapy requirements. Again, it takes two weeks for the wound to heal. By six to twelve weeks most patients are returning to driving their vehicles and normal daily routines. Physiotherapy and set

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exercises aid in the patient recovery and are part of the after surgery treatment plan.

Q: What advice would you most offer to patients?

A: Keep fit! Find something that you suits your lifestyle, you enjoy and, be consistent with it. Should you ultimately be forced to decide upon a surgical option, then the best thing you can do for yourself, your surgeon, anaesthetist and rehab team is to be in the best physical shape you can.

Q: Are there particular sports or exercises that a person should avoid if they have knee, hip or joint pain?

A: I don’t like to limit people and it really comes down to the individual. A recent study found no evidence that running was correlated with knee arthritis. Nevertheless, I personally feel that my knees don’t like running anymore, but cycling and swimming are fine. Consequently, my exercise regime involves swimming almost every day and doing more non high impact forms of exercise.

Walking and cycling are my other forms of regular exercise. The best advice is to listen to your body and when you experience pain, cease the exercise and re assess what you are doing.

Dr. Letchford firmly believes in providing a holistic approach to all his patients. Surgery can often be an uncertain and traumatic experience irrespective of age, and Dr. Letchford and his staff strive to ensure that all questions and queries are answered promptly and succinctly to ensure minimum stress to the patient and their family.

Dr Letchford currently operates out of Allamanda Private Hospital and Pindara Private Hospital, He consults at his Southport rooms and monthly at the Beaudesert Family Practice. Beaudesert Fair, (Coles) William Street Beaudesert. For more information go to dr-andrew-letchford.com.au or call 07 5527 1818.

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We are also able to cater for many kinds of disabilities or movement restrictions, so if you thought you couldn’t bowl, contact us and we may be able to help you.

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Lawn bowls is not just a pass time or a senior citizens club. It is a fast paced, fun filled game of skill, strategy, and stamina. It can also provide great mental stimulation and low impact exercise for those involved.

We are also able to cater for many kinds of disabilities or movement restrictions, so if you thought you couldn’t bowl, contact us and we may be able to help you.

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Our Spirit was established in 2004 to support the growing demand for adventure challenges and adventure treks from our corporate clients under our previous name of Wellbeing Solutions Pty Ltd where we have been providing corporate health and wellbeing programs and adventure walks since 1989.

Our Spirit’s Adventure Treks are as much about celebrating and commemorating the achievements of historical legends as they are about motivating you to reach your highest potential today. It’s about “having a go” and gaining an appreciation of the things our indigenous people, war heroes, pioneers, and modern sports people endured and how that can be translated to you personally.

For example, our Kokoda Track Walk adventures emphasize the indigenous, cultural and historical significance of the Kokoda Track Tours, including the 1942 battle that saved Australia from foreign invasion.

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• highly respectful relationships with the indigenous peoples from Australia and PNG • continuous feedback from participants who share how the Our Spiritexperience has positively impacted on their lives.

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Our Spirit adventures are synonymous with key events that shaped Australia’s evolution, such as the 1942 battle on the Kokoda Track that saved Australia from foreign invasion. Our adventure treks are as much about celebrating and commemorating what historical legends achieved in their time, as what we are capable of achieving in our lives

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today.

Our Spirit creates the perfect environment for you to develop an appreciation of what our war heroes, indigenious people, pioneers and modern sports people endure(d) and how that can be translated to you personally. We are dedicated to providing opportunities for you to experience what’s out there through adventures that are rich in cultural, environmental or historical significance and that are often extreme in nature. Our Spirit delivers adventures in a unique way that enables you to remove any perceived limitations you may have and reach your highest potential as an individual as well understanding the collective power of a team. Follow this link to find out more about Our Spirit adventures http://www. ourspirit.com.au/overview

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27 Oct 2014 12:00 AM Shaggy Ridge (9 Day Trip)25 Sep 2015 - 3 Oct 2015 Continue the ultimate challenge by walking in the footsteps of our Diggers in the 1943-44 PNG campaign. Shaggy Ridge is a spine that lays across the Finisterre Range above the Ramu Valley in PNG. Climbing steep contours, you instantly appreciate the physical strength and endurance of our Diggers as they fought against the Japanese along these razorbacks in a scramble for its valued position. This unique adventure is a must for anyone who has already completed the Kokoda Track.

Book Now http://www.ourspirit.com.au/shaggy-ridge 2014 12:00 AM Kokoda Trek (11 Day Trip)13 Oct 2015 - 23 Oct 2015 Registration 15 Sep 2015 12:00 AMJoin us on this incredible 10 day adventure walk in the footsteps of the Aussie Diggers. Guided by an experienced Australian leader with comprehensive local knowledge and customs and an unwavering passion for the Kokoda history, hidden battle sites, treasures and most importantly its legacy, you will experience the highs and lows of the treacherous Kokoda Track with a sense of courage, endurance and mateship without the ultimate sacrifice that our digger’s made before us Book Now http://www.ourspirit.com.au/kokoda-trek-11 Aidan’s 100th Kokoda Celebration Trek (12 Day Trip) 1 Nov 2015 - 12 Nov 2015 Registration 4 Oct 2015 12:00 AM Join Aidan Grimes on his 100th Kokoda Trek, in the 100th year of the ANZAC’s. A phenomenal achievement - never to be repeated. Locals all along the track have planned commemorative celebrations, which are sure to add another dimension to your Kokoda trekking experience. Aidan’s dedication to the legacy of the Australian Diggers who fought on the Kokoda Track is highly respected by numerous battalions and was cherished by the late, Stan Bisset, who ignited his passion Book Now http://www.ourspirit.com.au/kokoda-trek-12

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If you need an interventional treatment it will take place in a state-of-the-art dedicated pain theatre, equipped with the latest technologies.

St Vincent’s Private Hospital Brisbane offers Australia’s most comprehensive range of pain management services and specialties in one location. Our goal is to help you manage, reduce and/or eliminate your pain. You don’t have to go it alone.

In 2013 we opened the Brisbane Centre for Pain Management. It provides consultation, assessment, treatment and management of pain.

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If a program is the right approach for you, you will be supported by a team of dedicated, experienced and qualified health professionals.

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To find out more call our Pain Services Manager on (07) 3456 1770.

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Australia’s First Heritage Listed City – Broken Hill Let’s Go and support the people of Longreach It is very heart-warming to send out food packages.

This helps feed the people but it is sending the retail shops broke.

What they really want in the town is to have people in the streets, joining in their fantastic tourism attractions and people spending money in their shops. In turn they can pay the wages and then the wage earner can pay for their food and everyone has a job, everyone and others will be prosperous again.

while the drought is on they can continue living in the farm house.

When the drought is over the farmer has a worker they know. The communities are maintained and by staying in the region removes the social cost and housing to relocate them to the city where there is little work opportunity.

Other upsides to this is the community spirit is kept alive, the mothers groups, the sporting teams, church groups, and other such organisations remain intact.

Great speech Ken so where now?

Australian Getaway Tours has 2 more tours to Longreach and Winton this year and one way to help is to come on a tour. Departing Toowoomba August 16th and Brisbane August 25th. We take 24 people on each tour. Road one way 1st Class sleeper train the other.

Please go to our website www.getawaytours.com.au and check out our tours, or contact us below. Come and join us on a tour of

before we go.

Give yourself that holiday and whilst enjoying yourself, knowing that you are supporting Longreach and their wonderful people. This is not a hand out. It is a WIN, WIN for everyone.

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At Broken Hill you’ll truly discover a lost world with its historic mines, captivating landscapes, grand old pubs and simple miner’s cottages, every sight has a tale to tell. And few can tell them better than Silver City Tours. As the longest serving tour operator in the Far Western Region of NSW, our philosophy of sit back, relax and enjoy best sums up the most compelling reason for booking an organised tour.

Broken Hill has become the first Australian city to be included on the National Heritage List.

Located 935 km north-west of Sydney, 725 km north-west of Melbourne, and 420 km north-east of Adelaide, the City of Broken Hill is significant for its unique mix of architecture and mining infrastructure, set amongst a dramatic desert landscape.

“Blood, sweat, tears and very good times have been part and parcel of our history. And while today’s announcement looks at our past – our National Heritage Listing is now very much about our future, “Mayor Wincen Cuy said. “Our Past is our future. We do have a great story to tell.”

“We are often spoken of as unique and distinct; a place like no other. We exhibit the strongest of qualities as a community.

We have spirit, resilience, determination and a commitment to supporting each other. “ “Equally strong is our history and identity – a place known across Australia through the history of mining and workers’ struggles, and as a place where history is every-present.

We are a proud community and this citation is wonderful recognition of all who have made Broken Hill what it is today, and will continue to make our great city into the future.”

Discovered by boundary rider and prospector, Charles Rasp in 1883, Broken Hill contains one of the world’s largest deposits of silver, lead and zinc, the ore seam known as the Line of Lode, which continues to be mined today.

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• 17” ALLOY WHEELS, FOG LIGHTS & SIDE STEPS OUTSTANDING 3.0T TOWING • 16” ALLOY WHEELS & FOG LIGHTS • PREMIUM AUDIO w/ BLUETOOTH® & IPOD® CONNECTIVITY EXCLUSIVE 3.0L ISUZU TURBO• PREMIUM DIESEL AUDIO w/ BLUETOOTH® & IPOD® CONNECTIVITY • OUTSTANDING 3.5T TOWING+ • OUTSTANDING 3.5T TOWING+ FUEL EFFICIENT 8.3L/100KM • FUEL EFFICIENT 8.2L/100KM# • FUEL EFFICIENT 8.2L/100KM#

$46,990

DRIVEAWAY

PLUS FREE TOW BAR

‡

7 SEATER PLUS FREE

PLUS FREE TOW BAR

TOW BAR ‡

‡

PLUS FREE TOW BAR ‡

25,99

DRIVE AWAY

*

EXCLUSIVE 3.0L ISUZU TURBO

• PREMIUM AUDIO w/ BLUETOOTH® & IPOD® • FUEL EFFICIENT 8.0L/100KM# • HUGE 2,550MM LONG ALLOY TRAY~ • CRUISE CONTROL & POWER WINDOWS

LIMITED STOCK

MU-X 4X4 LS-T 7 SEAT AUTO

MU-X 4X4 LS-M 7 SEAT AUTO

MU-X 4X2 LS-M 7 SEAT AU

$

$

$

50,990 DRIVE AWAY

*

42,990 DRIVE AWAY

*

EXCLUSIVE 3.0L ISUZU TURBO DIESEL EXCLUSIVE 3.0L ISUZU TURBO DIESEL • 17” ALLOY WHEELS, FOG LIGHTS, SIDE STEPS & ROOF RAILS • PREMIUM AUDIO w/ BLUETOOTH® & IPOD® CONNECTIVITY 4X4 •D-MAX PREMIUM AUDIO, SAT NAV & 10”LS-U DVD ROOF MONITOR OUTSTANDING 3.5T TOWING • FUEL EFFICIENT 8.3L/100KM

$45,190

• PASSIVE ENTRY & START SYSTEM • LEATHER SEATS§

DRIVEAWAY

#

EXCLUSIVE 3.0L ISUZU TURBO•• OUTSTANDING DIESEL 3.0T TOWING REAR PARK ASSIST FUEL EFFICIENT 8.2L/100KM MANUAL TRANSMISSION PREMIUM AUDIO w/BLUETOOTH® & IPOD® CONNECTIVITY +

36,99

DRIVE AWAY

EXCLUSIVE 3.0L ISUZU TURBO

• PREMIUM AUDIO w/ BLUETOOTH® & IPOD® • FUEL EFFICIENT 8.1L/100KM# • OUTSTANDING 3.0T TOWING+ • REAR PARK ASSIST

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