Club Mulwala Bowls

State Para Championships Tournament - Wade wins gold

Wade McPherson competed in Bendigo last week at the State Championships in both the Para Pairs and Para Singles.

Wade and his partner, Chris Randell from Corowa RSL, claimed the State Championship in the pairs, taking home a gold medal.

In the singles, Wade played well but did not progress to the finals, possibly feeling the effects of his efforts the previous day. Club Mulwala and the Ovens and Murray League are extremely proud of both players.

Tatts Bowling Club Visit

A wonderful day of bowls was enjoyed by 60 players last Monday. Teams were made up of Club Mulwala members and visiting players from Tatts Bowls Club, who were touring and playing at different clubs across the region.

A two-course lunch was shared in the Endeavour Room between games. The winning team on the day was Darki Day, Lindsay Evans, Bev Hulm and Nicole McPherson.

Thanks were extended to Di for her outstanding organisation of the event. She has worked tirelessly throughout the year to ensure all Club Mulwala tournaments are a success. All players enjoyed a fun day on the green.

Tuesday Social Bowls

Social bowls is played at Club Mulwala every Tuesday, with games starting at 10am. Players are asked to be at the greens by 9.30am, with names on the board by 9am. The cost is $5 per player, and visitors are always welcome.

Last Tuesday, players enjoyed perfect sunshine, competitive play and lunch following the game.

Random draw winners were Ann and Gary Atkinson, each receiving a $20 Club Mulwala voucher. Random draw losers were Judy Laughlin and Grant Wangman, who each received bowls club vouchers.

Raffle winners included Grant Wangman, who won a meat tray from Hicks Butchery, and Ray Butler, who received a Ricky Dee’s pizza voucher.

Club Mulwala Pairs Final

The grand final of the club’s pairs championship will be played at 10am on Sunday, 3 May.

Men’s: Les Spencer and Darki Day will face Gary Parker and Graeme Arnold.

Ladies: Liz Murdoch and Nicole McPherson will take on Betty Richmond and Kim Lefevre.

Members and supporters are encouraged to attend, cheer on the finalists and enjoy the PBL Cup matches. It promises to be a big day for the club.

Sunday Bowls Lotto

The popular Bowls Lotto was held again last Sunday, with perfect weather attracting a large number of players to the greens. Participants competed for Tatts scratchies and tickets while enjoying the game.

This format continues to grow in popularity, with players embracing the relaxed and social atmosphere of Sunday afternoon bowls. All are welcome to join in, with a cost of $10 per player.

PBL Tournament

Club Mulwala will host a round of the PBL Cup on Sunday, 3 May, with a 9.30am start. The format will be two-bowl triples, played over two sets of five ends, with an entry fee of $90 per team.

This fast-paced version of bowls is open to teams of three or four players from the same club. Players are encouraged to register via the Bowls Link website.

2026/2027 Membership

Club Mulwala, home of the Kookaburras, offers full membership for $100, which includes a free pennant shirt for new members. Social membership remains at $10.

With the motto “Come and have a laugh with us”, the club welcomes players of all abilities. Pennant teams compete in A grade and lower grades, providing opportunities for all members to participate in the Ovens and Murray League.

Members also enjoy weekly social games, district tournaments and club championship events throughout the year.

New players are encouraged to come along, meet the club’s coach and experienced members, and learn the game. Bowls are available for use while learning, and members can practice on the greens year-round.

Membership forms and further information are available on the notice board at the greens. For enquiries, contact President Wade on 0428 227 889.

Upcoming events

AGM: Saturday, 2 May, 10am – Endeavour Room, Club Mulwala

Presentation Night: Sunday, 31 May, from 5pm – Endeavour Room, Club Mulwala

Members are invited to celebrate a successful season and recognise premiership players. Music and entertainment will be provided, and Club Mulwala Bowls will supply a complimentary two-course dinner for all members. A sign-up sheet is available on the notice board.

YMGCR Bowls Club

Wednesday Social Bowls

Last Wednesday’s fine autumn weather saw a strong turnout off 44 players for Social Bowls.

Numbers were boosted by a contingent of players from Leopold Bowls Club, which is located on the Bellarine Peninsula, which is on the outskirts of Geelong.

We hope that the Leopold bowlers enjoyed the greens and fine weather.

The first prize of $120.00 and a drink card each went to the combo of Neville Coleman and Michael Szarbo. The runners up prize of $80.00 was won by Judy Leeson and Jenny Thomas. The losing rink consolation prize of $60.00 was won by two visitors from Leopold, Sharon Hair and Karen Musfel; well done ladies.

The first Lucky Number prize of $20.00 was won by Norm Windebank and the second Lucky Number prize of $15.00 was won by Fred Donaldson.

Friday Social Bowls

The continuing fine weather, and free running greens greeted the 32 bowlers who shaped up for Friday Social Bowls last week.

It was good to see players from surrounding clubs enjoying the conditions. Among the visitors were Peter Verlardo, Michael Crawford and Phil Pettit.

Thank you for supporting us gents.

Firing on all cylinders and finding rink 5 to their liking were Noel Millar and Fred Donaldson who shared first prize of $100.00.

The runners up prize of $90.00 went to Phil Pettit and Dave Haebicht who were on fire on rink 12.

The losing rink consolation prize of $40.00 was won by Doug McTier and Les Wilson.

The first Lucky Number prize of $20.00 and a drink card was won by Norm Windebank and the second Lucky Number prize of $10.00 was won by Barb Tennyson.

YMGCR Bowls Section AGM

The YMGCR Bowls Section is holding it’s Annual General Meeting for the 2025 / 2026 season this coming Sunday the 3 rd of May.

The meeting will commence at 3.00pm in the YMGCR theatre. Traditionally, the AGM has been held on a Monday evening.

The Bowls Committee after consideration, have decided to change the day to a Sunday afternoon in recognition that many of our members do not like driving in the evenings.

We hope that the change of day and time will be welcomed by members, translating into more members attending the AGM.

Nibbles and drinks may be served after the meeting: to be confirmed.

For those that are interested there is a game of social bowls before the meeting.

Name sheets, for those that are interested in playing are now on the Bowls Office notice board.

The game will commence at 1.00pm and run through until 2.30pm. Until next week, good bowling.

Tungamah Bowls Club Report

It has felt a little strange not heading down to the bowls club on a Thursday night, with players now having to cook at home and missing the regular interaction and camaraderie.

Condolences are extended to Cas and Michael Barry, proprietors of the Tungamah Garage, on their recent loss. They are valued supporters of the club, and the thoughts of members are with them at this time.

At this stage of the season, the club acknowledges the importance of its sponsors, both large and small.

It is well recognised that without sponsorship, clubs struggle to operate, and the support provided is never taken for granted.

Members make a point of supporting these businesses whenever possible, as do the players.

This year has seen many new sponsors come on board in support of the Tungamah Bowls Syllabus, advertising their businesses for the first time. These include:

AcuHealth Therapies – Yarrawonga; Peter Davis Rural – Benalla; Stickemon Signs – Yarrawonga; Denture Clinic – Yarrawonga/Cobram; NJ Todd Funeral Directors – Benalla; Stolz Furnishers – Benalla; Judds Apparel – Yarrawonga; O’Connors – Shepparton; Yarrawonga Tyre Centre – Yarrawonga; Millers – Benalla; Seeliger Real Estate – Mulwala; Blooms the Chemist – Yarrawonga; and Tungamah Store – Tungamah.

The club also acknowledges The Yarrawonga Chronicle for publishing Tungamah Bowls Club notes and photos throughout the season, along with Les Garbutt for his continued coverage of local bowls matches.

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