The club activities went to a whole new level this week with the Bowling club celebrating its 60th year. Many past players and current members attended an event at the club to remember past performances and catch up with old friends, over a BBQ lunch and a few drinks. Along the way a social game of bowls broke out where some of the competitive spirit of past battles provided fuel for reminiscing and exaggerated stories. That atmosphere on the green provided not only some terrific spirit but also acted as the perfect pivot for the day around which was lunch and some recognition rewards.
Five “outstanding recognition awards” were presented on the day to those members in attendance for outstanding service to the club, either for their playing representation or service to board or committee. Eric Furby, Klaus Eisele, Case Broekhof, Eric Markham and Jenny Holmes were in attendance to be present with awards.
In a unique touch, a commemorative medallion was struck and placed alongside some other items in the clubs time capsule.
The day was supported by visits from both Federal member for Casey Aaron Violi and State member for Monbulk Daniela De Martino to present some awards and mix with the members, both of who’s visit was appreciated by the attendees. Both members acknowledged the role that community clubs such as the Monbulk Bowling club play and they were both thrilled to be invited to participate in the day. They also echoed the sentiment that if people were looking for a community club to become involved in then The Monbulk Bowling club would be a great option.
President Peter Dowsett delivered an inspiring address to the members that reflected the importance of the day and praised his committee and volunteers for their level of preparation and work in highlighting the club’s history. There were old club minutes, documents, past pennant records, historical uniforms on display and a memorial for former members that had passed away. Peter said, “that a club with such a great history and prominence within our community deserves its story to be told and I am proud of the club for doing such a good job of honouring that history today. I would also like to give a big thankyou to all our sponsors in helping make the day a success with a specific mention to Coolwyn Nurseries for their generous donation of plants which made for very popular prizes in a fundraiser”.
Midweek Pennant results round 4
Team 1 Division 1 v Whittlesea away def 4/12 61/62
Brian Smith (7/27) Jenny Holmes, Anne Ward, Rob Espernberger.
Jim Bras (28/17) Eric Markham, Greg Myers, Tony French.
Rob Wilson ( 26/18) Karen Wilson, Irma Turner, Craig Ward.
Team 2 Division 3 v Bayswater away def 0/16 30/90
Andy Smith (6/33) Peter Lee, Martin “ Grumpy “Williams, Louise Thomas.
Don Barnetson (10/34) James Anderson, Andrew Thomas, Peter Koomen.
Ray Pike (14/23) Graeme Goller, Andrew Mackie, Raymond Aarts.
Team 3 Division 5 v Chirnside Park Home def 2/14 57/64
Graeme Seymour (20/19) Ann Philpott, Patricia Ray, Brian Henderson.
Ron Bishop (17/24) Desmond Ray, Darren Ward, Mick Hastings.
Bruce Cockerill (20/21) Yvonne Cowling, Peter Dowsett, Kaye Lee
Saturday Pennant round 5
Team 1 Division 2 v Heathmont Home def by 5/13 78/83
Rob Wilson (20/18) Karen Wilson, Chris Clerici, Ray Pund.
Jim Bras (12/31) Eric Markham, Irma Turner, Tony French.
Brian Smith (28/16) Jenny Holmes, Anne Ward, Kylie Bailey.
Dion Addison(18/18) Rob Espernberger, Calvin Connell, Craig Ward.
Team 2 Division 5 v Heathmont away def by 2/16 75/82
Don Barnetson (20/24) Mark Johnston, James Anderson, Ivan Baric.
Peter Lee (21/14) Martin “ Grumpy” Williams, Rick Giurini, Klaus Eisele.
Andy Smith (16/25) Mark “Candles Hoefer, Peter Higgins, Ray Aarts.
Graeme Goller (18/19) Norma Clerke, Case Broekhof, Peter Koomen.
Team 3 Division 8 v Chirnside Park / Eastwood Golf away def by 1/15 52/62
Mike Harris (19/24) Brian Henderson, Frank Mileto, Kaye Lee.
Ron Bishop (15/20) Brendan Griffiths, Perter Dowsett, Tristan Berry.
