Category: Bowls New Zealand

🏆 A champion in every sense! Huge congratulations to our 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗣𝗵𝘆𝘀𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗠𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗦𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗡𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲, and to finalist Josh Barry for an outstanding display of determination and skill. Proudly supported by Experience Gold Coast and Visit Queensland, Australia. Replay available: https://www.youtube.com/@BowlsAus/streams Source

Good luck to our Blackjacks in the final of the Australian Open today! Defending Champions Selina Goddard and her pairs partner Chloe Stewart play the Women’s Pairs Final at 1.30pm NZT (approx). This game is being broadcast live on Sky Sport NZ. Following that match, Mark Noble plays the Men’s Disability Final at 4pm NZT […]

As the journey to the Commonwealth Games continues, it takes a whole team to bring it to life — from the players chasing their goals on the green to the people working behind the scenes. Steve Sargent is part of that wider team, taking on the role of International Technical Official and helping ensure everything […]

🌟 It’s time to recognise the best of our bowls community 🌟 Nominations for the 2026 Bowls New Zealand Summerset Awards are now open! This is your chance to celebrate the people and clubs who go above and beyond—on and off the green. From players and coaches to volunteers, umpires and greenkeepers, these awards shine […]

Volunteer Spotlight ❤️ For Volunteer Week, we’re taking a moment to acknowledge Alan Jones, winner of the Gallagher Insurance Volunteer of the Year at the 2026 Canterbury Sports and Recreation Awards. Alan has given more than five decades of service to the Leeston Bowls Club. As greenkeeper, he helped bring the club’s facilities up to […]

Save time and shop online! Limited supply back in stock so be in quick! https://shop.bowlsnewzealand.co.nz/collections/bowler-accessories Source

We’re delighted to share that Dynasty Sport has re-signed with Bowls New Zealand, marking 10 years of partnership together. As a leading sports clothing provider, Dynasty has played an important role in supporting our sport — from clubs to players right across the country. Their commitment over the years has helped keep bowls welcoming, inclusive, […]

Growing the Game – A look at the numbers Bowls is evolving — and our clubs are too 💚 28% of clubs now have artificial greens, up from 22% in 2018. It’s about creating more opportunities for people to play, keeping greens accessible, and supporting clubs to meet the needs of their communities. More flexibility. […]

It is with great sadness that we share the sudden loss of our President Sue Kincaid. Sue will be fondly remembered as a player, Selector and Manager, Life Member of the Winton RSA Bowling Club as well as Bowls Southland President. Her passion for bowls was abundant, as was her support and encouragement for all […]

💚 Volunteer Week | Thank you 💚 This Volunteer Week, we’re shining a light on the people who make bowls happen behind the scenes. From the mahi in the lunchrooms, the care taken in the clubrooms, to the dedication shown out on the greens — your time, effort and heart keep our clubs and communities […]

Not only do we have some of the best players representing Aotearoa on the world stage, but we also have a world-class team behind the team. Our Road to the Commonwealth Games shines a light on the officials, coaches, and support crew who make it all possible — people like Michael Johnson, whose decades of […]

Grand Opening of Southern Cross Partners Pavilion on Sat 6 June went off successfully! Thank you The Times for the coverage and all our supporters for attending. Source

🌈 Happy Pride Month At Bowls New Zealand, we’re proud to stand behind a sport where everyone belongs. Seeing the Pride symbol in our bowls community matters — it helps create spaces where people feel welcome, safe, and valued from the moment they arrive. Our Pride hats and visors are now available in the shop, […]

Growing the Game: A look at the numbers Covered greens are changing the way we play bowls. More opportunities to get on the green — no matter the weather. More flexibility for clubs to host events, programmes and social play. More ways to welcome new players into the game, year-round. It’s about making bowls more […]

We’re proud to announce our continued partnership with Shade Systems NZ For clubs across New Zealand, their covered greens are a game changer—helping extend playing hours, protect players from the elements, and keep clubs active year-round. It’s partnerships like this that support stronger, more sustainable club environments for the future of bowls. Source