Bowls Hornby

Bowls Hornby had there opening day on Saturday, what a great day it was. The weather was perfect the green was in great condition and it was a great day had by all. Thanks to everyone that attended and a big welcome to our new members. We had one of our lifetime members Keith Miskimmin roll the first bowl up to open the season. We look forward to seeing everyone again this Saturday for the presidents cup.

Opening Day Saturday 5th September from 1:30pm.
New members welcome to come along and see how the sport of Bowls works.
Members please being a plate (with something on it) for afternoon tea.

FROM THE PRESIDENT

Dear Members,

With just three weeks remaining until Opening Day, I am pleased to invite you all to official commencement of our upcoming season on Saturday, 5 September 2026, at 1:30 pm.

We extend a warm welcome to our returning members, as well as any new players or individuals interested in trying bowls for the first time. Following the off-season,

I look forward to reconnecting with everyone. Given the exceptional talent within our club, we can certainly anticipate a highly competitive and exciting season ahead.

An organisation of our size cannot function without the dedication of its volunteers.

I would like to express my sincere gratitude to everyone who has stepped forward to fill essential roles for the coming year. Your support ensures the smooth operation of our club.

Additionally, thank you to the members who managed our bar facilities during the off-season.

I would also like to acknowledge James Aldridge and Tony Grimwood for their outstanding work in maintaining our greens to such a high standard.

Finally, a special note of thanks goes to Keith Miskimmin for his tireless dedication and the countless hours he contributes to club operations; his efforts are deeply appreciated by us all.

We look forward to seeing you all on the 5th of September at 1:30 pm. Please note that this will be a shared afternoon tea, so attendees are kindly requested to bring a plate of food.

Thank you for your continued support, and stay safe.

Best regards,

Kurt Hurrell
President

Reminder that the Bowls Hornby AGM is this Sunday 5th July at 10am at our clubrooms. We'd like to see a good turnout of our members.

It's with great sadness that we advise Dave McHardy, a long standing member of Bowls Hornby passed away today.

Dave had an interesting career for those who may not have known, being publican at Wallacetown Tavern then known as Green Rooves in Southland and working as a wool buyer with Elders.

Dave will be missed around the club.

For anyone who wishes to attend, Dave's funeral will be held at 2:30pm at Christchurch Crematorium Funeral Services, 65 Vickerys Rd on Tuesday 26th May.

We extend our congratulations to all our winners on the final day, it was a great day enjoyed by all, and we look forward to seeing everyone again next season.

Congratulations to Kurt Hurrell & Greg Hill for winning the 2026 Bowls Hornby Handicap Pairs.

Congratulations to Mark Kibblewhite for winning the 2026 Bowls Hornby Intermediate Singles.

Congratulations to Kurt Hurrell & Laurence Wickens for winning the 2026 Bowls Hornby Junior Pairs.

Are there any inter club games this weekend?