July 2, 2026

Fine Weather, Friendly Rivalry And Strong Rolls At Home Hill Social Bowls

(L-R) Thursday afternoon’s random rink winners Keith Roser, Janet Arthur, and Ron Smith. Photo supplied.

The weather on Thursday, 25 June, despite the early threat of possible showers, turned out to be perfect for an afternoon of social club bowls.

Four games of triples were played.

On Rink Four, Bruce McCallum, Rob Darr and Paul Vass had a close win over Glenn Berryman, Sandra Darwin and Terry Feakes. On Rink Five, Mick McCloskey, Dino Poli and Bob Pickard had a resounding win over Hugh Montgomery, Margaret Linton and Betty Webb, the result of a good team effort.

Rink Six saw Keith Roser, Ron Smith and Janet Arthur win solidly over Des Chapman, Steve Doige and Judy Elton—in spite of Ron Smith being a little confused as to what rink he was playing on, putting his last bowl on the final end on the neighbouring rink’s kitty—good one, Ron.

On Rink Seven, Gary Nosworthy, Jo Roser and Margaret Chapman were too good on the day for their opposition Joe Linton, Nev Webb and Les Hoey.

Random rink winners for the afternoon were Keith Roser, Ron Smith and Janet Arthur. Congratulations.

The seafood raffle for the day was won by Lyn Elton, with second prize of a bottle of wine going to Bruce McCallum.

It was pleasing to see past member and president Les Oakes pay the club a visit after a long spell away. Les, remember the ramp leading to the back door can be utilised to access the club room.

Saturday afternoon saw two triples played. On Rink Six, Bruce McCallum, Les Hoey and Bob Young had a comfortable win over Joe Linton, Steve Doige and Terry Feakes.

On Rink Five, Des Chapman, Katerina and Janet Arthur were too strong on the day for Margaret Linton, Warren Bunn and Paul Vass. Overall, the afternoon was enjoyed by all.

Home Hill Hot Shots darts and 8 Ball, held on Wednesday and Friday nights, will be running Game Three State of Origin raffle drawn on Friday night, 3 July. Please have names in by 5.30pm if playing.

Weekly activities: Monday 9.00am Light Exercise class, Tuesday 9.00am Trimmers, Wednesday 9.00am Craft Group and Social Bowls 5.30pm, Hot Shots Darts 5.30pm, Thursday Bingo (heads down at 9.30am), Club Bowls (names in by 1.00pm for 1.30pm start), Friday Hot Shot 8 Ball from 5.30pm, and Saturday Social Bowls (names in by 1.00pm for 1.30pm start).

Contributed by Bob Pickard