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“Time” and “consistency” were the big takeaways from this year’s Delegates Forum — and they’re the driving forces behind the new 2025–2026 playing calendar, developed by the Playing Programme Committee (PPC), a group made up of bowlers and club representatives. With only 52 weeks to balance club play, Centre events, representative fixtures, and national competitions,...

A big thank you to all the clubs and players who took the time to share their thoughts as part of our 2025–2026 Calendar of Events consultation process! Creating a calendar that works for everyone—players, clubs, umpires, greenkeepers, Bowls New Zealand, and fellow centres—means listening closely to those who live and breathe bowls. And that’s...

Fresh off her Champion of Champions Singles win last weekend, Lisa Prideaux has claimed her 12th centre title, this time pairing with Aggie Motu to secure the Shade Systems Auckland COC Pairs crown. With their move to the Auckland Bowling Club, this dynamic duo has made a formidable impact on the women’s scene in Auckland...

Bowls Auckland is now inviting applications for the 2025-2026 Playing Programme Committee (PPC). The Playing Programme Committee (PPC) is a committee within Bowls Auckland responsible for developing the Calendar of Events and the accompanying Conditions of Play that guide the smooth delivery of centre events throughout the calendar. Comprised of bowlers nominated by their clubs,...

    Fresh off a thrilling Singles, the excitement continues this weekend with the Pairs in the Shade Systems Champ of Champs series—and if last week was anything to go by, who knows what will happen! Both draws are packed with top talent, from past champions to red-hot newcomers. Men’s Pairs preview Across Royal Oak...

Auckland Bowling Club continues its golden run this season, claiming another two Centre titles hot on the heels of their recent triples triumph. In the women’s singles, Lisa Prideaux once again demonstrated her trademark consistency and calmness under pressure, guiding her way through a competitive field to claim the title. The victory adds to her...

Despite a dip in entries, this year’s 1–5 Triples competition had it all: quality action and thrilling upsets – a display of grit, talent, and emerging stars. A tournament of highs and surprises Twenty-two men’s and ten women’s teams, each chasing two wins to progress to post-section. From the get-go, surprises kept spectators on edge....

The opening event in this season’s Shade Systems series is here, and few titles carry as much prestige as the Champion of Champions Singles. With 26 clubs represented in the Men’s field and 21 in the Women’s, this year also marks the welcome return of Waiheke Bowling Club, who have rejoined the series after reviving...

Whangārei turned on a stunning autumn day, cool and breezy, yet beautifully sunny, to host the 2025 edition of the Mercedes Cup on Sunday, 3 May. This year’s event was held at Kensington Bowling Club, a nationally renowned club with a proud history of strong performances on the national stage. Now, they are adding another...

Last weekend marked a milestone for Bowls Auckland, as we hosted and facilitated the Bowls New Zealand accredited coaching courses — independently, without direct assistance from Bowls New Zealand. Twelve enthusiastic members from across Auckland, Northland, North Harbour, and Counties gathered on Saturday, 3 May, to complete the Foundation Coaching Course. Eight of those returned...