Tag: Bowls New Zealand

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

Lawn Bowls Royalty visits Cambridge Bowling Club When Selina Goddard visited our Club recently, she was accompanied by a representative from the New Zealand Olympic Committee. At that time Selina told us she was hoping to be selected in the 12 strong Lawn Bowls team to represent New Zealand at the Commonwealth Games. Now that […]

🔥 NEW STOCK HAS LANDED 🔥 Check out the bold Celeste Duo and vibrant Echo Duo—designed to stand out on the green and perform when it counts. Ready to upgrade your set? 👀 Get yours now while stocks last! https://shop.bowlsnewzealand.co.nz/collections/new-arrivals Source

🌟 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 […]

Huge shoutout to our Rangatahi Lead, Hannah Bowls Auckland👏💙 Such an awesome video capturing the energy, passion and growth happening across our rangatahi space. It’s encouraging to see the impact in action – more young people connecting, getting involved, and loving the game 🙌 Ka rawe, Hannah – the future’s looking bright ✨ Source

Growing the Game: A look at the numbers 👍 Behind this growth is something even more important — people finding their place in our clubs. Every new member represents connection, belonging, and the strength of our bowls community. Thank you to every club creating spaces where people feel welcome — you’re what makes this possible […]

NZ On Screen have recently updated their wonderful website which hosts a collection of archival New Zealand media. Bowls pops up in a few places, one of our favourite pieces is this delightful documentary produced in 1992 called ”Bowling Order” click this link to watch it: https://www.nzonscreen.com/m/player/6394821236112/ It follows a day at the St Heliers […]

Ms Val Smith, of Nelson, ONZM for services to outdoor bowls Ms Val Smith is New Zealand’s most internationally capped outdoor bowls athlete, playing 667 games for New Zealand. She is a member of Nelson Bowling Club and the Blackjacks, representing New Zealand in lawn bowls. She has won two World Championship Titles and nine […]

Wendy Suttie is another New Zealander who will feature at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games in July. https://www.ashburtoncourier.co.nz/featured/wendy-returning-to-the-games/ Umpires Corner NZ Hampstead Bowls Club Bowls Canterbury Source

🌈 Roll with Pride at the Rainbow Games 2026 🌈 Bowls New Zealand is proud to be delivering Indoor Bowls as part of the Rainbow Games 2026 from Thursday 29 October – Sunday 1 November 2026. This is a great chance to connect, have some fun, and be part of a sporting event that celebrates […]

Diana Wood was one of the inspiring voices behind our Check Your Bowls breast cancer campaign 💖 Now sharing more of her journey in the Waikato Times, Diana reflects on life with a stage four diagnosis — with a mindset that continues to inspire. More than a decade on, Diana focuses on what matters most: […]