A Proud History in Intertown Competition
Over the years, the club has forged a strong record in intertown bowls competitions, consistently making its mark across North Queensland. While the prestigious Dunn Cup—the blue-ribbon event of regional bowls—has remained just out of reach, and the Blue Pennants have narrowly eluded us, there’s still been no shortage of silverware.
The club tasted Red Pennants success in 1971 after finishing as runners-up back in 1956. But it’s the Pioneer Cup, contested alongside the Red Pennants, where our players have truly shone—claiming the title four times and ultimately winning the trophy outright.
The first victory came in 1962, thanks to the efforts of Jim Oats, Wilbur Figg, Duncan McDonald, and Don Power. In 1971, Reg Oats, Jim Oats, Harry Hartwell, and Bob Young brought it back again. The club triumphed once more in 1976, with Ezzi Comollatti, Leo Parison, Bob Young, and Harry Hartwell. The decisive win came in 1978, courtesy of E. Sciani, Frank E. Piva, Cero Cerqui, and Dave Steel, securing the trophy for good.
In regular intertown clashes between the three Burdekin clubs, our record has been consistently strong, with a fair share of bragging rights earned over the decades.
More recently, the club added another major honour to its name, with Luciano Camilotto, Francesca E. Piva, and Eugenio Brombal winning the Kern Memorial Triples, the North Queensland Triples Championship—a prestigious title that continues the club’s tradition of competitive excellence.
Looking Ahead: the Women’s Pennants Team Blazes the Trail
As we celebrate past glories, we also look to the legacy of those who are paving the way—like our first-ever Women’s Pennants team, who formed many years ago with the backing of a supportive membership and a bold vision.
These women aren't just entering competition; they are trailblazers—the first to represent the Home Hill Bowling Club in a format long dominated by men. Their formation marks a milestone not just for our club, but for the wider bowls community in the Burdekin.
They're now looking to seal victory at the upcoming North Queensland Country Pennants.
Also Coming Up...
One of the biggest bowling events of the calendar year—the Wilmar Burdekin Bowls Club Challenge—is just around the corner, with the Ayr, Home Hill, Giru and Brandon bowling clubs set to battle it out for ultimate local bragging rights. With scheduling still being finalised, stay tuned for more information.
Our first-ever Women’s Pennants team, who formed many years ago with the backing of a supportive membership and a bold vision.
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