Wednesday, November 19, 2025

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Mackay and Whitsunday Life

Strong Turnout on Sultry Spring Afternoon for Social Bowls

Twenty-seven players turned out for another sultry spring afternoon of bowls, with two games of pairs and two games of triples on the program. The ladies also staged a challenge game of triples.

On Rink 3, Des Chapman and Steve Doig were in sharp touch, defeating Michael Young and Joe Linton.
On Rink 4, the combination of Paul Vass, Trevor Elton and Wayne Newton worked well together to down Bob Young, Dino Poli and Glen “Bones” Berryman.

Rink 5 saw Nev Webb, Ron Smith and Gary Nosworthy outlasting Yogi Bunn, Margaret Chapman and Phil Marsden.

Over on Rink 7, Bob Pickard and Hugh Montgomery enjoyed the better of play against Bruce McCallum and Mick McClosky.

The ladies’ challenge unfolded on Rink 6, where Maureen Marsden, Elaine Young and Mary Poli—today’s winners—triumphed over Betty Webb, Judy Elton and Margaret Linton.

The day’s raffle, a lovely seafood tray, was won by No. 22: Bruce McCallum, while the bottle of wine (No. 51) went to Glen “Bones” Berryman.

Members are reminded of several upcoming events:
Xmas Party: 29 November at 3pm
AGM: 13 December at 10am

Regular activities continue, including Monday morning fitness, Tuesday Trimmers and Funday, and the Wednesday Kraft group. Wednesday night barefoot bowls and the sausage sizzle remain popular, as does Thursday BINGO. The 2.30pm start time for Thursday and Saturday afternoon social bowls has proven a sensible move in the warmer months.

Until next week—good bowling.

Photo and story by Stephen Doig.

Maureen Marsden, Elaine Young and Mary Poli — the day's winners — after triumphing in the ladies’ challenge.

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