YMGCR Border Bowls Club
Yarrawonga Mulwala turned on perfect BBQ weather once again for the YMGCR Border Bowls Annual End-of-Season Break-Up, enjoyed by all down at the lagoon with great tunes from Normie and even better company.
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A big thank you to Woolworths and Hicks Butchers for supplying the fantastic meat, and to our members who truly outdid themselves with an amazing spread of salads and sweets.
It was a wonderful day spent celebrating, reminiscing, and reflecting on a great season together.
A special thank you goes to all the organisers and helpers who made the day possible, events like these simply don’t happen without your time and effort.
The setup and pack-up showed great teamwork, and thanks to the BBQ chefs and the barman.
It was fantastic to see such a great mix of our seasoned bowlers, partners, and our new class of 2025 bowlers come together and enjoy the day. What a great way to finish the season, and we’re already pumped for 2026.
See you on the greens soon at Social Bowls at YMGCR:
- Tuesday under lights, 6.30 pm
- Wednesday 3-Bowl Pairs Format, 12.30 pm
- Friday 2-4-2 Format, 12.30 pm
- Sunday Funday, 12.30 pm
Put your names down on the list at the Bowls office and join in for some fun, games, and prize money. All are welcome.
Yarrawonga Bowls Club
Let’s Get Lit
After the success of installing new lights on the front green, the club has now installed new lighting on the back green, meaning we can host and play on a premium surface at night.
This will enable us to play Night Pennant, extend our barefoot bowls capacity, and host up to 30 teams.
The board is to be commended for continuing to invest in strategic development for the club premises and for sound management principles that put us in a strong financial position to support these initiatives. Well done.
Saturday 28th March
Twelve players hit the green. Winners were E O’Connor and B Batty. Well done. The jackpot was not claimed.
Monday 23rd March
Social bowls – please note social bowls now starts at 12.30 pm.
Thirty-two optimistic bowlers turned up for a great day of bowling. Peter McKay and Mick Reilly were the winners of the day – congratulations, gents.
Runners-up were long-standing bowls partners Sue Middleton and Gary Presnell. The jackpot went unclaimed, and smiling John Lowdell won the lucky number.
Barefoot Bowls
The ever-popular barefoot bowls continues to thrive under the new lights, with numbers showing up for this well-loved activity.
Thursday nights really are like a family. Come and join the fun. Cost is $5, which includes a BBQ dinner. BBQ starts at 6 pm, bowls from 6.30 to approximately 8.30 pm, with raffles and prizes.
Please have your name down on the sheet at the front of the clubhouse by 3 pm and notify us if cancelling so the draw can be done correctly.
Easter Thursday barefoot bowls will kick off the festivities with a big night of bowls, BBQ, and dress-ups. Come dressed in an Easter theme for a chance to win giveaways. Weather is expected to be fine.
Friday Night Happy Hour
Last Friday saw a happy group of bowlers enjoying camaraderie and a chat to round out the week.
Members enjoyed the monthly finger food, and everyone is gearing up for our fabulous Easter tournament.
Finger food is always provided by the club on the last Friday of the month. Why not come along for a cold drink and a yarn on Good Friday, watch the bowls, and enjoy Easter at the club.
Sponsors Barefoot Bowls Shield Night – Wednesday 25th March
The annual Sponsors Barefoot Bowls Shield was a roaring success, despite threatening to be a washout.
This is the night we invite sponsors for a night of fun bowling, socialising, and mingling with other local businesses. It’s our way of thanking them for their ongoing support.
Of course, the most important part of the evening is to vie for the coveted YBC Sponsors Shield – the bragging rights.
Last year, the inaugural event was won by Team Cumberoona. Who took the honours this year? You guessed it – Team Cumberoona again, back-to-back victors. Congratulations to the crew who nudged out Belmore Wealth by the barest of margins – 1 shot. Belmore Wealth also finished second last year. Perhaps next year it will be third-time lucky.
We thank all sponsors who participated, braved the wet, embraced the fun, and even performed a full-green Nutbush dance.
More importantly, we thank all our sponsors. Without your continued support, the club would not be in the strong position it is today. Your support means the world to us.
Thank you also to our members who helped in all facets to ensure the night was a huge success – we couldn’t have done it without you.
Easter Tournament
Our annual tournament is fast approaching. Entries are finalised, and the draw will be available for viewing in the clubrooms from Thursday.
Please come down over the weekend to join in the great carnival atmosphere, perhaps stay for lunch, and watch some excellent bowls.
This is by far our largest event of the year, and as always, we rely heavily on our members and supporters to ensure its success.
If you can assist in any way – from being an emergency bowler to helping in the kitchen or around the greens – all help is welcome.
Our Friday luncheon is quite renowned, so if you can contribute a salad for Friday and/or a slice or dessert for Sunday, we would be most appreciative. A list is available in the clubrooms.
Any last-minute queries regarding the tournament can be directed to Kim Silver on 0417 266 683.
To all our club members and the wider community – good health and good bowling.
Club Mulwala Bowls Club
2026/2027 Membership
Come and join Club Mulwala Bowls Club for the 2026/2027 season, home of the Kookaburras. Full membership is only $100 and includes a free pennant shirt for all new members. Social membership remains at just $10.
Full membership also includes free coaching, entry to all club championship games, and a free dinner at the AGM/Presentation night. “Come and have a laugh with us” is the club’s motto. Club Mulwala encourages and welcomes players of all bowling abilities.
We have pennant teams entered in A grade and lower grades to ensure all bowlers get the chance to play pennant in the Ovens and Murray League. New to bowls? We would love to meet you. Come along and learn from our coach and experienced players. The club has bowls available for use while you learn and practice on our beautiful greens. Members are welcome to play and practice on the greens at any time throughout the year.
Membership application forms and information are available on the notice board at the greens. Contact Wade for further information: 0428 227 889.
Bowls Lotto Has Hit Town
Sunday Social Bowls is back. Come along and enjoy the fun, with Tatts Quick Pick packs and scratchies awarded to the lucky winners. The popular 242 game format runs every Sunday. Visitors are very welcome. Games start at 12.30 pm. Cost is $10 per player. Names should be on the notice board by 10 am. You can enter as a pair or individually.
We were blessed with perfect autumn sunshine to kick off Bowls Lotto. All players enjoyed the challenge of rolling a bowl to win a scratchie. The drawn winning team was Team Price, featuring Ian and Chris. The drawn losing team was some of our young superstars, Jimmy and Cameron Lefevre. A great day was enjoyed by everyone, and we can’t wait to hear next week’s results. Sheep Stations were involved.
Tuesday Social Bowls
Social Bowls is played every Tuesday at Club Mulwala. Games start at 10 am, so please be at the greens by 9.30 am. Cost is $5 per player, and names should be on the board by 8 am. Visitors to the region are very welcome. Prizes are awarded each week.
Last week, 32 players enjoyed the game, including several visitors. The spoon team allocation for selection was given another run, leading to plenty of laughs. Once teams were finalised, some serious bowls took place.
Winners were Skipper Dane Ryan with his team Nicole McPherson and Judy Laughlin, winning by 22 shots over Betty Richmand, Chris Price, and Ian, one of our visitors. All winners received a $20 voucher from Club Mulwala. The best losing rink was Bev Hulm, Wayne Dowsey, Rob Tomlin, and visitor Ivan, losing by only four shots.
Raffle winners included Bev Hulm (Hicks Butchery meat tray), Col Mathison (Ricky Dee’s pizza voucher), and Chris Price (a bottle of Byramine Shiraz). Huge thanks to Darren Liversidge, chief cook and bottle washer, and Les Spenser, who put on hotdogs and dim sims for everyone. Thank you also to our amazing sponsors who support Club Mulwala Bowls throughout the year. A great day was enjoyed by all.
Barefoot Bowls
To book a barefoot bowls session, contact the club to arrange a fun afternoon or evening. All equipment is supplied. This is a perfect activity for businesses, clubs, or family/friends social outings. The music is fresh, the atmosphere lively, drinks are chilled, and laughter is contagious. Email: clubmulwalabowls@gmail.com for bookings.
Upcoming events
Duke of Edinburgh Shield Tournament– Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th April. A list is on the notice board for those eligible and interested in playing.
Remember Our Heroes Tournament– Sunday 26th April. Format: 2 Bowls Mixed Triples, three games of 12 ends. Commencement “Stand To” at 9.30 am. Entry $90 per team. Prizes: First $900, Second $450, Third $300. Includes a light lunch. Entries close 20th April. Enter via clubmulwalabowls@gmail.com. This tournament is very important to our club as we pay respect to those who served our country.
AGM / Presentation Night– Expected late May in the Endeavour Room at Club Mulwala. Nomination forms for all positions are now available on the notice board. No nominations will be accepted at the AGM. All current members are encouraged to attend, celebrate the great season we enjoyed, and help shape the future. The club is providing a free dinner to all members. A list to attend will be placed on the notice board.
Yarrawonga Mulwala RSL Sub-Branch Bowls Club
Welcome to the first report from the Yarrawonga Mulwala RSL Sub-Branch (YMRSL) Bowls Club.
Over recent months a statewide exercise has been conducted to form RSL Sub-Branch Bowls Clubs by matching Bowls Victoria accredited bowls members with financial RSL service and affiliate members of local Sub-branches.
In the case of YMRSL Sub-Branch over 70 members were identified as accredited bowlers and local Sub-Branch members. The members were then invited to be a part of the new YMRSL Bowls Club as second members of their current Club.
Almost every RSL member accepted their invitation and the YMRSL Bowls Club was created under the guidance of Bowls Victoria and RSL Bowls Victoria.
The database of local RSL bowlers and Vic Bowls link members has been created, with Margaret True, Membership Officer YMRSL, providing great assistance in achieving this complex task.
The first event to be conducted under the new arrangements will be the Duke of Edinburgh Shield with sixteen venues sharing hosting rights across northern Victoria.
In the case of YMRSL BC, we will be hosting at Club Mulwala BC, Yarrawonga BC and YMGCR BC with RSL members from the following RSL Clubs competing: Rye 2, Altona 3, Frankston Rays, Bendigo Districts, Morwell, Geelong 1, Altona 1, Frankston Sharks, Hampton 1, Rye 1, Altona 2, Frankston, Sorrento Portsea, Hampton and Melton-Sunshine.
The Duke of Edinburgh Shield, a two-day event, commences with “Stand-To” at 9.00 am on Saturday 11 th April 2026 and concludes on Sunday with presentation to the winners of an Edinburgh Shield Banner at each venue.
After all this work, let’s hope the fuel crisis doesn’t become an issue with sixteen hundred bowlers along with friends and partners travelling to compete.
If any reader needs more information regarding YMRSL Bowls Club, please contact Kerry Kinnane on 0419 313 683.
Tungamah Bowls Club
Major Raffle Draw
The major raffle draw will be held on Saturday 18 th April at the Tungamah Hotel during Presentation Night. You are welcome to come and witness this occasion. The meal and entertainment promise to be excellent. Start time: 6 pm.
Raffle tickets are still available:
- $20 per ticket, available from Tunga Shop, Post Office, Pub, or any player.
- First Prize: Return flights for two people with five nights’ accommodation in Noosa, $1,000 spending money, undercover airport parking with car wash and clean, plus limo transfer from Maroochydore to accommodation.
- Second Prize: Six tickets to a Melbourne Storm game at AAMI Park in the Corporate Lounge, including food, beverages, and entertainment.
- Third Prize: Stihl chainsaw, carry case, and esky.
Pairs Final
Thursday night saw an excellent close game, with Jack Costigan and Ben Whiting defeating Kirra Dickens and Laurie Whinray by just one shot.
100 Up
Dylan Sidebottom defeated Mick “Journo” Sheane.
Minor Championship
The Minor Championship will be played on Thursday 2nd, featuring Mick Sheane versus Jack Costigan. Usual BBQ, bar, and members draw will be available.
Tungamah Cricket Club Presentation Night
The Cricket Club’s Presentation Night was held at the Bowls Club on March 27th. It was a great night, well-organised, with a social crowd. Bruce Beaton again donated his expertise as chef for the evening, supporting this newly formed club.
The clubrooms were decked out with flags and trophies for the presentations. Les Harrison was awarded life membership for his past contributions to the club. Many stories were shared, with countless more that could have been told by others.
Upcoming dates
April 24th: AGM
April 28th: 60 & Overs at Tungamah
Boosey 1000 Classic – March 28th
The annual Triples event was sponsored by Club President Andrew O’Halloran’s Roller Blinds business. The event was well supported by locals and visitors, including representative clubs from Shepparton Park, Club Mulwala, Monbulk, Cobram, Rutherglen, and Tungamah. Competition was fierce, and all players enjoyed Tungamah’s well-known hospitality.
Bruce Beaton (“Beaton Tiles”) again catered for the event, and thanks are extended to the bowlers’ wives who lent a hand.
Four teams shared three-game wins: Monbulk, Cobram, Club Mulwala, and Tungamah. As always, there were four-end playoffs: Monbulk played Club Mulwala, and Cobram played Tungamah. Entertaining, close games kept the crowd enthralled.
Brian’s Monbulk team defeated the Club Mulwala team of Les Spencer, Wade McPherson, and Dane Ryan.
Tungamah’s team of Richard and Jason Thomson and Troy Costigan defeated Cobram’s team, which included former Tunga policeman Haydn Smith.
The final resulted in victory for the home team, Tungamah, with Monbulk awarded runner-up for the second year in a row.