Tungamah Bowls Club

Tungamah players are still revelling in their Midweek Grand Final victory and excited to see what next season brings.

What Division will they be in? Who will they play and how far will they travel? 2025-2026 will be another challenging year for the three teams, but will meet it head on and fight the way Tunga does and aim to get all in the finals once again for the third year in a row.

It’s great to hear some players who have been unable to participate this year for a variety of reasons, say they will be available when we resume, plus some from other cubs who are considering making a change.

Players are always welcome; we like to share hospitality.

All club events have been completed.

100 UP - Anthony Clota.

Pairs - Joy Watt and Tim Stapleton.

Men’s Championship - Steve Flanagan and Ladies Championship - Kerry Ralph. Bowls - Thursday night Minor Championship starts tomorrow.

Social nights, BBQ and Members Draw will continue.

First Responders - “000 Cup” was enjoyed yesterday, full report next week.

April 5 - O’Hallorans Roller Door - Boosey 1000 Classic. Open Triples – get your entries in now as only a few spots left.

April 12 - Presentation Night at the Tungamah Hotel and the drawing of the $5000 major raffle.

Thanks to all those members who have been marvellous in selling all the books. All funds have gone directly into the building fund, which grows slowly, but as the saying goes “small fish are sweet”.

Yarrawonga Bowls

Congratulations to Evelyn Calder and Michael Szabo winning the 3-day mixed pairs event at YMGCR in stifling conditions.

It was a double act with Ian Woods and Sue Middleton claiming 2nd place.

Both teams won 7/8 games and the decider being shots up. Great effort by our mob, all bowlers and volunteers and thanks to the border crew for a well organised and fun event!

Club championships

The Semi-finals of the club Mixed Pairs took place on Sunday, March 16 with Les Spencer and Sue Middleton prevailing over Pam and Dod Dodman.

Ian Woods and Ros King were victors over Rosene Andrews and Peter Velardo. The final will take place Friday, March 21 at 10am.

Come and support the players in what’s sure to be a great game!

Edinburgh Shield

The club will once again be a host venue for the Edinburgh Shield on April 5 and 6. If anyone can help in the kitchen and/or provide a salad over the 2 days please let Kay Tait know or pop your name on the sheet on the noticeboard. Any help appreciated.

Monday 2/4/2

36 bowlers took to the green amid the ongoing heat. Richard and Jan Hermassoo won the day with Jules Alan and Lisa Burnham runners up. Jackpot was claimed by Ray Sheridan and Fred Donaldson.

Barefoot Bowls

Come join each week for the shenanigans. Bar opens 5pm, bbq served 6pm and games start 6.30pm. $5 pp, please place names on sheet out front of club no later than 3pm on day and if unable to play please call club or take name off list by 3pm.

Easter tournament

The 111th easter tournament is now open for entries. 4 days of bowling starting on Good Friday April 18. $5000 prize money. Please note entries for Good Friday are closed as all slots are filled. Places available on other 3 days but filling fast.

For entry details please email Kim Silver at ybceaster1@gmail.com.

To all club members and the wider community, good health and good bowling.

ClubMulwala Bowls

Social bowls - Tuesday Social Bowls began on Tuesday, March 18 at 10am. Please have your name on the players list on the noticeboard by 8am Tuesday.

Visitors and players from other clubs are very welcome.

Coach/ team administrator 2025/2026 – Club Mulwala is seeking a coach/team administrator for the next season.

The successful coach will be well renumerated by ClubMulwala Bowls Club. We have enjoyed an amazing successful season under the guidance of Geoff Mitchell as the coach and pennant administrator.

Geoff Mitchell is about to complete his contract and continue his travels. ClubMulwala have embraced Geoff and his skills over the past 12 months.

Three of the 5 pennant teams made the grand finale. This is a fantastic result for the coach, committee, players, and volunteers who have all contributed to the season.

If you are interested in being part of the coaching team for season 2025/ 2026 please contact President Wade McPherson on 0428 227 889 or Vice President Greg Bennett on 0439 333 897.

Friends In Common Tournament - This Sunday, March 23. We invite all bowlers in the region to get a team together for this wonderful cause.

All money raised at the tournament goes directly to Friends in Common. Call Wade to secure a place for your team on 0428 227 889.

Upcoming Events - *Duke of Edinburgh Sheild Tournament - Saturday and Sunday April 5 and 6.

Club Mulwala is honoured to be hosting this prestigious event once again.

*We are also hosting the “Remember Our Heroes Tournament” on Sunday, April 26, another tournament ClubMulwala is so happy to host.

YMGCR Bowls

Wednesday Social Bowls

As YMGCR was hosting the 2025 Hahn SuperDry Tournament there was no Wednesday Social Bowls last week.

The good news is that Wednesday Social resumes this Wednesday, March 19.

With the cooler weather hopefully now here, Wednesday Social will be moving back to the traditional starting time of 12.30pm.

This season the change in format to nominated 3 bowl pairs, played over 22 ends has been very popular with players: not to mention the increase in prize money.

The Lucky Number raffle is also very popular. Single entries and visitors are still welcome to play.

We would ask visitors and single entries to provide a contact telephone number when placing your names on the entry sheets located on the bowls office noticeboard.

Friday Social Bowls

The ever-popular Friday Social Bowls is back; commencing this Friday, March 21 at 12.30pm. The format is the usual 2 x 4 x 2 nominated pairs.

Fridays are extremely popular, so to make sure you get a game place your names nice and early on the entry sheets located on the bowls office noticeboard. See you on Friday.

Hahn SuperDry Tournament

YMGCR held the Hahn SuperDry Tournament last week on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

The tournament format was nominated mixed pairs played over four games per day of 2 x 2 x 2 x 2 over the three days.

44 players combining 22 sides battled it out for a total prize pool of $4,500.

With a prize money breakdown of 1st prize $2,000, 2nd prize $1,000, 3rd prize $500, 4th prize $300 and 5th prize $200.

There was also a $200 mystery team prize draw.

Feedback from the players was overwhelmingly positive. The greens ran well, the lunches were good. The warm weather proved to be something of a challenge, particularly on Tuesday.

Thanks go to the Tournament Organising Committee, comprising Ray Irvine, Norm Windebank, Anne Miles, Jill Lamson and Ray Brown, who worked so hard to make the event a success.

Kerry Kinnane was a daily help with co-ordinating the scoring. YMGCR’s Carolyn Boston and Gavin Fear from St. James Bowling Club also deserve a huge vote of thanks for umpiring over the three days.

Jill Lamson also did a terrific job of co ordinating the raffles.

1st prize of $2,000 went to the team of Michael Szabo and Evelyn Calder from Yarrawonga Bowls Club.

Making it a big tournament for Yarrawonga Bowls Club were Ian Woods and Sue Middleton who won the $1,000 2nd prize.

3rd prize of $500 went to Wayne and Janis Parkes from Inverloch Bowling Club.

4th prize of $300 went to the combo of Rhonda Irvine and Michael Vaughan from YMGCR.

5th prize of $200 was won by the YMGCR team of Anne Miles and Ian Brimblecombe.

The mystery team draw of $200 was won by Jan and Cliff Morton from YMGCR.

Until next week, good bowling.

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