Nepean Lawn Bowls

End of the first week of construction. Not much has started. Still time to play a few games...?

NOTICE TO ALL LAWN BOWLING CLUBS

Missing Set of Lawn Bowls – Assistance Requested

The Goulbourn Lawn Bowling Club is seeking assistance in locating a missing set of lawn bowls that disappeared during an Open House event on May 20, 2026.

A request for the return of the bowls, in the event they had been taken inadvertently, was circulated 10 days ago. As the bowls have not been returned, we now have reason to believe they may have been intentionally removed.

We respectfully ask all clubs to be vigilant and to check any recently acquired bowls, particularly if a new player joins your club with a set matching the description below. The carrying sling is marked with an identifying number.

Description of Missing Bowls:

Bowl Set: O-1

Manufacturer: Taylor

Colour: Black

Size: O

Marking: Orange star inside two orange rings

Year Stamp: 2028

Sling: Numbered identification marking as above

If you have any information regarding these bowls or encounter a set matching this description, please contact the Goulbourn Lawn Bowling Club at [email protected]

We appreciate your assistance and cooperation in helping us recover this club property.

Goulbourn Lawn Bowling Club

Some games use a jack, here we bowl for a pot'o Gold.

CONGRATULATIONS to Neil Montgomery, Bill Rogers and Sheila Rogers for winning the V!VA Retirement Communities tournament Saturday May 16.

Evening Bowls can be fun but a challenge with the setting sun in your eyes. New problem, squinting makes the jack look so tiny.
Getting one more Thursday night 'Jack Attack' in before construction starts and we have to close down for a few months.

First night of 'Rain'r Shine Doubles' and what a thrilling night it was. Rain, wind, and a brisk 8C degrees somehow made for smiles all around. The group of hardy bowlers made it through till their games end, and I'm sure all are hoping the season warms up soon.

The following is a summary of the week's events \ activities:
May 4 - 8.

Monday evenings (start time 6:45) - 4-3-2-1 which is an individual scoring game where points are awarded based on bowls being closest to the Jack (target). There are usually four people per rink and that changes after four ends when the high scorer moves one rink over. Note for this event, everyone puts in 50¢ and it gets divided a number of different ways with about half of the people participating getting their money back.

Tuesday afternoon (start time 1:00 PM) - Jit Café which is an informal event \ activity where teams are formed based on the people who are there. After playing a game (usually 10 to 12 ends) the players have some social time with drinks and snacks.

Wednesday evening (start time 6:45 PM) - Pairs League which is a weekly series of Pairs (two versus two) matches. Registration is required and more information is coming.

Thursday evening (start time 6:45 PM) - Jack Attack is a randomly chosen team event that usually requires registering in advance, however, there are usually spaces available on the day of play. The event \ activity is a normal scoring game, however, it lasts for five ends before changing rinks and opponents and you play three opponents for a total of 15 ends. The convenors request that you please register with them as soon as possible since a new round of matches is starting this week.

Friday afternoon (start time 1:00 PM) - 4-3-2-1 (see above).

Also, a reminder that even though there might not be an event \ activity scheduled at the Club, you are still able to use the facilities. You are remind to please ensure that the facilities are locked when you leave.

Finally, registration is open for the V!VA Retirement Communities Open Tournament (Mixed and Women Triples) on May 16, 2026, so if you are interested in participating, please do not hesitate to register your team using the SignUp Genius link on the Club's website (under the heading "Activities Sign Up").

The Schedule

Monday evenings (start time 6:45) - 4-3-2-1 which is an individual scoring game where points are awarded based on bowls being closest to the Jack (target). There are usually four people per rink and that changes after four ends when the high scorer moves one rink over. Note for this event, everyone puts in 50¢ and it gets divided a number of different ways with about half of the people participating getting their money back.

Tuesday afternoon (start time 1:00 PM) - Jit Café which is an informal event \ activity where teams are formed based on the people who are there. After playing a game (usually 10 to 12 ends) the players have some social time with drinks and snacks.

Wednesday evening Pairs is posted at the club.

Thursday evening (start time 6:45 PM) - Jack Attack is a randomly chosen team event that usually requires registering in advance, however, there are usually spaces available on the day of play. The event \ activity is a normal scoring game, however, it lasts for five ends before changing rinks and opponents and you play three opponents for a total of 15 ends.

Friday afternoon (start time 1:00 PM) - 4-3-2-1 (see above).

Spring AGM
We had a very informative and well attended Spring AGM today. In the President's announcements and plans for this summer, there were Lots of 'dates are still unsure’. So stay tuned.

After the meeting a quick game of Double Jacks 4321... for all and then it was back inside for a wonderful lunch spread.

Overall, a great start to the season, we got to reconnect with old friends after a long winter, learned about what changes are coming up this summer with the construction, played bowls, had some newbies show up for lessons, and of course wonderful food.
It's going to be a good year. Thanks to everyone for attending.

Spring cleanup has begun... there was a even time for a few games to be played today.
AGM this weekend, bring your bowls.