A large roll-up of 84 bowlers took part in the Monday public holiday fun-packed afternoon of mixed bowls. The day was well represented by both men’s and ladies' committee members, ensuring the day was successful, and bowlers were treated to pies, sausage rolls, lamingtons and an ice-cold beer to top the day off. Congratulations to the prize winners and those who dressed up to the Aussie theme!
Competition Results
Open Fours
Mick Walsh, Clive Wales, Greg McLean, and Andrew Coates dominated their match, defeating Vern Mietzel, Ken Rix, Tony Bartholomew, and Steve Lancaster: 25/7.
Open Pairs
John Kennell and Eric Galletly narrowly triumphed over Asko Helenius and Jim Lette, with the game decided on the final bowl.
Bob Hall and Alan Brown faced Russell Fry and Gavin Hannan in another close match, with Russell missing his final drive, leading to a victory for Bob and Alan.
Other Matches
Dave McKendry and Tony Allsop defeated Ernie Sealy and Alex Cameron: 21/16.
In the “battle of the oldies,” Alan Cooney and Peter Miller defeated Gary Kennedy and Neil Blucher: 22/10.
Games Called
Saturday Open Fours
John C/Master, Terry Willey, Bert Hobbs, and Ron Bowers will face Tony Allsop, Peter Miller, Les McDermott, and Chris Banney in what promises to be a closely contested match.
Saturday Open Pairs
Eric Galletly and John Kennell will take on Col and Ben Crocker in a game that’s sure to be a thriller.
Social Bowls Results
Monday Pairs
Winners: Ian Rowan and Vic Gaudian; John Fry and Darrell Kane.
Runners-Up: Kathy Mathew and Jill Snow; Eric Galletly and Peter Cowling.
Thursday Pairs
Winners: Bev Svenson and Tony Allsop.
Runners-Up: Chris Woo and Chris Hall.
Friday Pairs
Winners: Alan Dillon and David Pinkard.
Tied Runners-Up: Gary Kennedy and Geoff Ollett; Peter Miller and Alan Cooney.
Saturday Men’s
Winners: David Dowden and Darrell Kane.
Runners-Up: Bob Arnold and Doug Dungavell.
Contributed by Doug Giddings
84 bowlers enjoyed a fun-filled Aussie-themed bowls day with delicious food and great camaraderie. Photos supplied
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