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Warburton Bowls Club excited for the season’s return



Warburton Bowls Club is looking forward to the forthcoming Summer Pennant Season which will commence on Saturday 19 October.

The Club’s Saturday Pennant sides are Warburton 1 in Division 2 Section 4 and Warburton 2 in Division 5 Section 5. They play Monbulk 1 away and Boronia 2 at home respectively in the first round.

The Midweek Tuesday Pennant Warburton 1 Division 2 Section 4 side will play their first game away against Healesville 1 on Tuesday 22 October.

Practice matches are currently being held and special thanks to Yarra Junction and Yarra Glen for hosting the games over the weekend. Further matches will be held at Healesville and Upwey-Tecoma leading up to the start of the season.

Pennant Training continues Thursdays from 4pm at the club. New and beginning players are strongly encouraged to attend and join in the fun. Coaching is available.

The Club Open Day held on Sunday 22 September was a great success with many families and beginners joining in the fun and opportunity to learn about the game of bowls. Special thanks to theClub Sponsors, including local Members of Parliament, Cindy McLeish and Aaron Violi, for attending throughout the day.

The highly popular Bingo Nights will be held on the five Wednesdays in October commencing on 2 October from 7pm. Everyone is welcome to attend and join in the fun including music bingo with food and prizes available. The Bar will be open.

The Wednesday Night Barefoot Bowls Jack Attack Triples Competition will commence on Wednesday 6 November from 6.30pm. All 16 team positions are now filled. Emergencies are always needed so please contact Glenys, 0473 653 137, if you are interested in joining in the fun and meeting the locals. Music, food and refreshments are offered throughout the evening in a highly enjoyable atmosphere.

Social Bowls continues to be played on Mondays from 12 midday with everyone including new and beginning players encouraged to attend. Come along and give Bowls a try!

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