NEWSLETTER   

12th October 2026​​​​​​​

President's Message

Well as per my previous message the weather is playing it's part but please respect the allocation of green time as you have your practice sessions.

GREEN

Please keep those messages about footwear in mind and dumping, remember as we travel to other Clubs we need to reflect a consistent appreciation of these issues.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Come along to Club night on Thursday and enjoy the club's hospitality. If you would like a meal, then let Jill know.  It would be great to see you all there.

Enjoy your bowls and good bowling. Clappy

Saturday Rollup

Great to see everyone out there last Saturday afternoon. Thank you to Bryce & Wendy for organising and a special mention to the team of people who put on the afternoon tea, delightful!

Bar Tab - Weekly Prize Draw

The Executive have decided to introduce a weekly Bar Tab prize draw on Thursday's Club Night.

To win a member must be in the Clubrooms at the time of the draw, which we expect to occur just before the meal is available.

How will it work:

• Initial prize will be a $50 bar tab
• If unclaimed it will jump to $75, then $100
• If still unclaimed the prize will reset to $50
• The winning member must be in the Clubrooms at the time of the draw
• All "financial" members from our Membership Database will be allocated a constant number
• New members, once their application is approved and subscription paid, will be added to this draw

The winner has the opportunity to spend the Bar Tab how they like, it doesn't have to be alcohol but it can't be redeemed for cash.

We encourage members to come along and enjoy each other's company and a meal on Club Night and who knows you may have the cost of your meal covered if you win!

First Draw this Thursday

GOOD LUCK

Online Laws Course

Our club already has one of the most valuable resources an umpire needs: members with years of bowling experience and knowledge. Becoming an umpire is a rewarding way for players to stay involved, support fellow bowlers and strengthen bowls across Canterbury.

We need more trained umpires, and our club can help. Our friendly, practical training builds confidence in understanding the Laws and measuring accurately—skills that benefit both members and their club.

Canterbury's own online Laws Course—Coming Soon

Places are strictly limited and expected to fill quickly. The course begins within the next few weeks. Once places are filled, members may have to wait for another opportunity.

Our online course will guide you through the full Laws book in eight weekly, one-hour Microsoft Teams sessions, followed by the Bowls New Zealand Laws Umpire assessment.

​​​​​​​If you're interested please get in contact with Mike Jones 027 2220028

Club Night Menu

Meal this Thursday for Club Night:

• Dressed pie:

  Mince or steak, potato mash, mushy peas, beetroot, gravy - $20

• Nachos - $20

• OR Bar Menu

There will be a new Bar Menu for this season and it is set out below with revised pricing.

Bar Menu

• Bar Basket – choice of 3, for $15

​​​​​​​Seafood

• 1 seafood stick
• 2 crumbed squid rings
• 3 fish bites
• chips

​​​​​​​OR

• 1 Hot dog
• 3 Chicken nuggets
• 3 Samosas / spring rolls
• Chips

​​​​​​​Light Meals $15

• Cottage Pie
• Fish Pie

Toasted Sandwiches

2 fillings $5, 3 fillings $6, with Chips $10

• Cheese & onion
• Relish, cheese & onion
• Tomato, cheese & onion
• Ham, cheese & onion​​​​​​​

Basket of Chips $5

Dinner will cost $20 or as per Bar Menu.

Orders to Jill please by 8pm on Wednesday on mobile 027 2008627.

World Bowls - Champion of Champions

When you get an opportunity please make sure you acknowledge Rohan for his play in this event. Tough format but he just had a couple of matches that could have changed the outcome.​​​​​​​

Also, did you see Mandy Boyd won the Women's CoC event with some outstanding draw play. First or second bowl effectiveness was a key in most of her matches. Brilliant, well done Mandy, not sure if the coach/support crew took any credit?

Online Registrations

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Club Champs - these are open now also using the online forms (see button below) or those in the Clubrooms. They close this Friday 16th.

We have also created a new form this year for players who have yet to find a team for Club Champs. Use the online form below to advise your details and the team events you'd like to play in.

The Match committee have the latest informaiton on those players looking for teams.

Coaching Sessions

Steve Lilley is offering Playing Members an opportunity to develop their game with his coaching sessions. Steve has completed the Bowls NZ High Performance Coach programme so is well qualified to help you.

Steve would emphasise that a bowls coach is there to support players to develop their skills, understanding, and enjoyment of the game.

When: Every Tuesday afternoon from 4:30pm

Just turn up, no booking required. Be sure to check the Club website to make sure the green is open.

Men's Trials

This Saturday (17th October) there will be trials held for the Men Playing Members (both junior and senior) who are available for Saturday morning interclub.

Start time for the Men's Trials is 10am - please arrive before that and be ready to go.

Many of you have already indicated you are attending but if you would prefer, please text Mark Schrader on 021 714962, if you don't want to fill out the online form, to let him know you're attending.

Annual Subs

Subs for 2026/27 are now due. The new Subs for this season were confirmed at the AGM as follows:

Payment of Subs can be made by payment at the Bar or direct credit to our Bank Account - Belfast Bowling Club Inc
Account ASB 12-3149-0405480-00
Please include Subs as Reference

Raffles - ​​​​​​​Lotto Draw

Winners from the latest Draw are as follows:

Bonus Number = 21

Sheet 3 - Week 3

• Winner - Kathy Rogers
• One offs - Barney & Matt

Sheet 4 - 

• Winner - 
• One offs - 

All winners have been notified and the judges decision is final. Prize money will be behind the bar on Thursday night.

Sheet 4 sold out and starts 17th October.

Cheers from the promotions committee.​​​​​​​ Barney on 021505064

Monthly Open Half Day Triples - Cancelled

Due to unforseen circumstances, two clubs have had to cancel their Monthly Half Day Triples Tournaments for the remainder of the season. The Clubs are:

Riccarton Racecourse Bowling Club and Kaiapoi Bowling Club.

Centre Desk News

September Newsletter from the Centre is available here.

Exciting news is that the Town vs Country clash has been revived and is on October 10th.