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The 2026 Shade Systems Champion of Champions Singles arrive this weekend, bringing together club champions from across Auckland for one of the most respected titles on the centre calendar. Fresh off her success in claiming the Centre Singles title, Hannah Dawson steps straight into another major challenge. Her opening round of 16 match sees her...

The 1–5 Year Triples this weekend brings together some of Auckland’s newest bowlers for the final 1-5 title of the season, with talent, fresh combinations and several intriguing storylines set to unfold across both draws. The women’s field may be more compact this year, but there is still plenty of quality across the entries. Several...

Bowls Auckland Finals Day once again delivered a showcase of talent, composure, and club pride, and this year was no exception. David Motu produced a heartfelt and commanding performance to claim two titles in a standout day on the greens. Men’s Singles In the semi-final, Motu faced Auckland 1–5 rep Peter McConnell (Royal Oak). He...

From 60 teams, 22 secured the required three wins to advance to post-section on Sunday. One notable omission from the qualifiers list was Adam Blucher, who, alongside Brendon Kelly and Peter Blucher, has historically been a strong performer in the triples discipline. With so many contenders in the field, the post-section proved highly competitive. In...

Hannah Dawson has been one of the fastest-rising talents on the bowls greens in recent years. For many, a first open title would be considered a major achievement, but for 19-year-old Hannah Dawson, it is simply another stepping stone in a season that continues to build momentum. On the fast track towards New Zealand Development...

Tamariki take the Green!
22 April 2026

Over the last week, we’ve had over 80 youngsters try their hand at bowls using all abilities Rookie Roller kits! These soft bowls and related games and activities mean anyone can jump on the green and give it a go, all while keeping the greenkeepers happy!  Last Friday, Piha Bowling Club encouraged their local whānau...

Big news for the next generation of bowlers! Bowls New Zealand has officially awarded the St George National U26 Pairs Silver Star status. This is a significant milestone for the event, recognising its growing importance on the national stage and its role in developing youth. From 2027, the tournament will feature on the Bowls New...

There is plenty to look forward to this weekend as both the Men’s Triples and Women’s Singles take centre stage. The weather remains less than friendly for bowlers, with the Match Committee set to confirm any wet-weather alternatives by midday Friday. Men’s Triples Pt Chevalier enters the Men’s Triples with real depth, fielding three strong...

Bowls Auckland was excited to take part in the Halberg Games 2026 last weekend, a major three-day national sporting festival for physically disabled and visually impaired young people aged 8–21. Although the weather meant the event concluded after two days, the spirit and enthusiasm of the 250+ participants from across Aotearoa remained unwavering. The Games...

The 2026 1–5 Interclub delivered everything it promised and more; the challenging conditions couldn’t hold back the 1-5 players from battling it out on the green. With a spot at the Mercedes Cup on the line, teams brought grit, quality, determination and resilience from the opening round through to the final bowl. Across section play...