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The Redclaws Social Bowls Club at Palm Lake Resort Bargara is a great way of being outdoors, exercising and meeting residents. Bowls has many different types of bowls over each week: Mens bowls three mornings a week, ladies bowls on Thursday mornings, Scroungers on Monday nights, Mixed pairs on Saturday afternoons and mixed triples/fours the afternoons of Wednesday, Friday and Sundays. We also have special days during the year. Please come along on one of these days. If you are a new bowler and wish to learn this great game, please contact Bob McNamee, our resident coach, on 7384. Also please do not hesitate to call me on 7015, and I will endeavour to assist you in your enquiries. To become a member of the Redclaws Social Bowls Club please join our club which will cost you $1/person whilst you are a resident at PLR Bargara (see a Committee member or sheets are in Arch File near Bowls noticeboard).



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NEWS Thu 05 Dec 24
Last Sunday 1/12 was the last of the sponsor days for the 2024 calendar year with Affordable Screens and Blinds. Sundays 8th, 15th and 22nd will be Christmas bowls days. This year we are changing to a new concept. This year we are concentrating on the bowlers who have contributed throughout the year. There will be money prizes for winners and losers. All bowlers will have a chance (over the 3 Xmas bowling days) to win meat and seafood vouchers. One winning voucher per villa. Happy Christmas and hope you all enjoy 2025.

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NEWS Fri 01 Nov 24
Happy first day of November. Last Sunday was a sponsor day by Bundaberg Eye Clinic. Dr Isobel McLean handed out the money prizes. Today is money prizes supplied by Redclaws for the 1st Friday of the month. Sunday is another sponsor day by Coral Coast Physio. Sunday 17 November is a special day. Sponsor Ian from Travel Managers sent through 24 bottles of red wine. These will go to players as prizes. Also Howard v181 is organising a sausage sizzle on that day. Relay For Life will be catering with BBQ sausages/hamburgers. Sheets will be up on the board shortly for catering numbers. Reminder that next Wednesday the main green will be north/south for the month of November.

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NEWS Tue 10 Sep 24
Well Beachmere Bay visit went off exceptionally well. A big thank you to all who organised and assisted. Relay for Life came to the fore with excellent catering, all lovely and on time. A big thank you to Margaret Veitch who gave her time with some lovely cakes. This Sunday is the Redclaws AGM, at 10am. Please attend if possible. Followed by Joan's President's Day. This year we have a different concept following along the lines of a sponsor day. 29 September will be Odds versus Evens (ie odd villa nos. versus even villa nos.) A bit of friendly rivalry.

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NEWS Mon 02 Sep 24
Busy fortnight coming up. Firstly: Palm Lake Resort Beachmere Bay bowlers will be visiting and playing for the shield that was first started in 2022. There will not be any twilight bowls on this Wednesday 4 September. The visit schedule will be Wednesday bowls: 9.15 start for the morning games, lunch, then 1.15pm start for the afternoon games. Same concept for the Thursday games. Followed by presentations in the Ocean Breeze Clubhouse, then the merriment will continue at the Bargara Tavern. Friday is money day supplied by the Redclaws Bowls, Sunday is a sponsor day Bundaberg Neighbourhood Centre $300 day. Busy times coming up.

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NEWS Tue 13 Aug 24
Today's rain will leave puddles on the greens. Please try to avoid if possible. On the back green, please use middle rinks if able. Sunday 25 August is Ian Long's Travel Managers Sponsorship Day $300, also Ian will be at the theatre in the Sea Breeze Clubhouse 9am Sunday to inform people of available cruises, etc. Please come along he is very informative. The attendees list will be up by this weekend. The Redclaws Social Bowls Club AGM will be held at 10am Sunday 15 September in the Ocean Breeze Clubhouse. Nominations for positions on the Committee are available. This will be followed by President Joan's Day at 1pm. Come along and support the bowls group.

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NEWS Wed 10 Jul 24
The Mixed Triples competition has started and will hopefully be finalised by end of July 2024. We have a few more sponsorships coming up: Sunday 14/7 - Des Allen Funerals $200 prize money; 28/7 - Bargara Meats $200 prize vouchers; 11/8 Affordable Screens & Blinds $300 prize money and 25/8 Travel Managers $300 prize money. Ian Long, Travel Managers will again be holding an information session on the Sunday morning of 25 August. Any queries coming along and he will be happy to answer them if he can. September 4 & 5th Beachmere Bay PLR will be bringing 22 teams, please contact Julia Fagg villa 89 or Shirley Nichols villa 350 if you are interested in putting in a team of mixed triples.

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NEWS Sun 16 Jun 24
During the month of June, the men and ladies 3 bowls pairs championships are being held. All results are on the bowls noticeboard. Today is Clear Optometry sponsor day, end of June will be Bundaberg Eye Clinic sponsor day. Take note that at the start of September, PLR Beachmere Bay Resort bowlers will be visiting. A day and half of fun with other resort residents. More information to come as September gets closer. Also in September will the Redclaws Social Bowls Club AGM. Please consider if you would like to be on the committee and assist in keeping this activity a major part of the resort.

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NEWS Sat 01 Jun 24
Mens and ladies singles finals were played. Winners are Grade A: Men - John Chisholm villa 467; Ladies - Trish Williams villa 500. Grade B: Men - Mal Feltham villa 408; Ladies - Lynette Testa villa 195. Pairs have now started and will be finished by end of June. Then onto the Triples. Are good fun, with excellent bowls.

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NEWS Fri 12 Apr 24
Redclaws Singles Men and Ladies A & B Grade championships are coming to a close. Audience interest has been very good, with some extra special good bowls being played. Three (3) bowl pairs has closed, teams will go up on the board on Monday 21st May. Ladies teams are being played at 9.30 am on Monday 21st May. A Grade: Trish villa 500 vs Carol villa 510. B Grade: Lorelle villa 457 vs Lynette villa 195. A and B grade men's teams hopefully will play on the same day/time. To be confirmed.

Sunday 2 June Sponsor day will be Matt Loch from Flow Dynamics. Wednesday 5 June at 1:30 State of Origin will be held. 18 ends. Twilight Wednesday bowls will continue at 3.30 pm start until further notice (of course, excluding State of Origin).

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NEWS Thu 04 Apr 24
Welcome to the Redclaws in April. Last Sunday (Easter) we had a $500 special day. This is following on from our commitment to give the bowlers their money back with winners and losers taking home the spoils. This Friday 5 April is first Friday for the month with $200 winners and losers money prizes. Sunday is Affordable Screens & Blinds $300 day. Please keep up the good work with moneyboards, lucky villa draw and meat voucher raffles. This money goes back to the bowlers. The Championships will be starting on 1 May with mens and ladies singles A & B grades will be decided by the judges. Please participate, it really does help with a) learning the rules of the game; b) you are in charge of your own destiny with no other bowls except your opponent. It gives you self confidence.

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NEWS Thu 14 Mar 24
Last Sunday Mens vs Ladies was a fun day. All played well and played in the spirit intended. This Sunday is a normal mixed bowls day, but as it is St Patrick's Day could all bowlers please were something green.

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NEWS Wed 06 Mar 24
This Sunday 10 March, Redclaws and the Residents Association are sponsoring a Ladies vs Men Mixed Bowls afternoon. Ladies please wear pink. Come along for a bit of fun. The men always win, but we have been close. Maybe this year????
At the end of March the Past President Bowlers are being invited to have a game of bowls, with a sausage sizzle prior to the game. Being held on Wednesday 27 March, game starts at 5.30pm. Please note that the scoops are being fixed by residents as these are unique and we are unable to purchase more. PLEASE TAKE CARE WITH THESE BOWLS SCOOPS. ONCE COMPLETELY BROKEN THEY MAY NOT BE REPLACEABLE.

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NEWS Fri 23 Feb 24
Hello bowlers. This Sunday is Affordable Screens & Blinds $300 Sponsor Day. Come along and enjoy a day of bowls. Meat voucher raffle, moneyboard and lucky villa draw. Don't forget to register upon arrival at the green.

We have news: Ian Long, Travel Managers is coming back in August. For all your travel needs, Ian is great to work with. Also a new sponsor: Matthew from Flow Dynammics is having a sponsor day in June.
Some bowlers are interested in buying a new type of arm: with Automatic release. There has been some trouble with "releasing" the bowls, so Darren McCracken from Crackers Bowls Shop will be on the green at 2.30 pm on Wednesday 28 February to give a demonstration on how to use this new type of device.

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NEWS Tue 13 Feb 24
Redclaws mixed bowls enjoyed a great day. Sponsor, Ian Long from Travel Managers, gave a presentation to a group of residents in the morning and attended a sponsor bowls day in the afternoon. Great day. Ian would like to come again later in the year (date to be decided as yet as we have a busy schedule). Affordable Screens & Blinds Sponsor Day $300 will be held 25 February, 2024. Come along and enjoy a good afternoon of bowls. The Committee would like your thoughts on keeping a 3.30pm start for Wednesdays during the full year. Please let Jim, Marilyn & Joan know. Janice Dolan has kindly stepped onto the Committee to assist. We greatly appreciate all volunteers and a big thank you to all.

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NEWS Mon 05 Feb 24
Good afternoon bowlers. This Sunday 11 February, our sponsor Ian Long, Travel Managers will be at the resort. It is a $300 sponsor day. Ian will also hold a presentation on travel at 9.30 am in the Sea Breeze Clubhouse. Attendance sheets are up in both clubhouses ie Sea Breeze and Ocean Breeze. Ian is very knowledgeable on travel. He has been sponsoring the bowls for a few years now. He also looks after other Palm Lake Resorts. Please come along and ask your questions. I haven't put a sheet up at the Horizons as there is no noticeboard, so please don't feel left out.

For those people who knew Allan Schultz, his funeral is being held on Friday. We will keep all informed of time and place. There is a card (made by Lynn McColl) for all to sign. It is available on the bowls bench in the Ocean Breeze Clubhouse.

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NEWS Mon 29 Jan 24
Well so far we have enjoyed to very hot sponsor days since the start of 2024. Des Allen Funerals and Searles RV Centre are again our sponsors and will continue with another 2 sponsor days later in the year. Our next sponsors day is Travel Managers $300 Day on 11 February 2024. Ian Long sponsors Bargara, Hervey Bay and Caloundra (I think). There will be a presentation by Ian at 9.30 am on Sunday 11 February in the Theatre, Sea Breeze Club House. Attendance lists (2) are on the bowls noticeboard and general noticeboard outside the Theatre. He is very knowledgeable and quite a few residents have used his knowledge and expertise on travel.

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NEWS Mon 08 Jan 24
Welcome back for the Redclaws Social Bowls Club Mixed Bowls. We start the 2024 year off with a change: PLEASE NOTE THAT WEDNESDAY TWILIGHT BOWLS WILL START AT 3.30PM. Starting this Wednesday 10 January. The bar will also be open on this day. The schedule is up on the bowls noticeboard with the first sponsor day being a Des Allen Funerals $200 sponsor day. Meat voucher raffles, lucky villa draw and of course, the infamous MoneyBoard. PLEASE NOTE: the blue PLR shirt is still the preferred shirt for the bowls.

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Welcome to 2024. The Redclaws Social Bowls will start off at 3.30 pm on Wednesday 10 January with twilight bowls. Please note we are trialling an earlier start, as this will give people a bit more time to eat earlier.
At the moment, I am setting up the schedule for all events that are confirmed for this new year. Please inform me if all is NOT okay. We will be having a Past Presidents Sausage Sizzle on the last twilight game in March. We have lost a couple of sponsors, but still keep our major ones. Any problems please let me know at villa 15.

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NEWS Mon 27 Nov 23
This Sunday 3 December is Credence Insurance $300 Sponsor Day. As the back bowls green is finally being relaid, we will be on the new green. We will endeavour to fit as many, or as little, bowlers as possible. Christmas bowls will be held over 2 Sundays: 10 December & 17 December. Again there will be a free drink and a free raffle ticket for all registered bowlers. We are endeavouring to replicate the success of last years. Two hours of bowls then in for prizes, such as $50 meat vouchers; hams; $40 seafood vouchers; $30 Lennard's vouchers; champagne; 1 L bottles of Port; six packs of beer, chocolates etc. We will then be closing for Xmas and reopen Wednesday 10 January. Of course any bowls can be played and/or organised during the Xmas/New year period. Merry Christmas

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NEWS Tue 07 Nov 23
This Sunday 12 November is Affordable Screens & Blinds $200 Sponsorship Day. As attendance at the Wednesday twilight games is over 30 players, normal wine & voucher prizes have been given at the end of the night's 14 overs. Come along and enjoy a game of mixed bowls. Please be aware that with the influx of new residents that play bowls, games are not always triples. Fours are quite fun, and a different approach to the game. Redclaws will be holding two Xmas days again this year. Playing bowls then prizes will be given out on 10 and 17 December. If you are not in attendance when the lists go on the board please let Marilyn villa 15 know. For bowlers that intending to use a bowling arm for assistance, there are 5 different sizes. Information sheet will be placed on the noticeboard. Unfortunately some ignorant moron is moving this information sheet, so please see Marilyn villa 15 for further information.

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NEWS Tue 24 Oct 23
This Sunday 29 October is a $200 sponsor day by AIM Hearing. Hopefully Alan will attend and have a game. The following Sunday 5 November is also a sponsor day by Crackers Bowls Supplies. Darren will be holding a pop up shop outside the Sea Breeze Clubhouse at 10.30 am until close of play at approx 3pm. Please wander over and see if there are any bowls, shoes, tapes etc that you require.

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NEWS Mon 16 Oct 23
Redclaws just held a sponsor day and again it was a well attended event. Yesterday our sponsor was Dr Isobel McLean, Bundaberg Eye Clinic $400 day. This was the second event Dr McLean has sponsored for the year. We thank all our sponsors with an overwhelming thank you as they supply $7,400 in money which Redclaws gives out as prizes directly to the bowlers. This year our two Christmas days are 10 and 17 December, following the same principal as last year ie bowls then free raffle tickets and one free drink per person. At the moment we are holding a type of "referendum" on whether bowlers would like to purchase new shirts instead of the blue ones used at present. If you are a bowler, the list for yes or no is on the noticeboard in the Ocean Breeze Clubhouse.

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NEWS Fri 06 Oct 23
Welcome to October. Today (Friday) is money day for the Redclaws. Sunday is a sponsor day for Affordable Screens & Blinds, $400 in prize money. Moneyboard, lucky villa draw ($2/person) and meat voucher raffle. Lovely weather, come along and have a game. We are lucky to have a lot of sponsors, so we will be holding sponsor days nearly every Sunday into December. We must thank our sponsors (some of whom have been with us for over 5 years). Affordable Screens & Blinds; AIM Hearing; Residents Association; Hearing Australia; Bundaberg Neighborhood Centre; Credence Insurance; Searles RV Centre; Coral Coast Physio; Clear Optometry; Bundaberg Eye Clinic; Travel Managers; Des Allen Funerals; Bargara Meats; Crackers Bowls Shop and Palm Lake Works/Sales. Thanks to all.

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The Redclaws Social Bowls Club Annual General Meeting minutes are for your perusal. Please read. This Sunday is a Sponsor Day "Odds versus Evens". This is your villa number for example villa 15 is odd so I play for the Odds. Our new Games Director Harold will be the person to contact for any queries. It is a $600 sponsor day - sponsors are the Residents Association and Hearing Australia. This will be followed by a sausage sizzle for the price of $3. Now until Christmas, the mixed bowls will be holding sponsor days nearly every week, with the Christmas prizes days being held on 10 and 17 December 2023.

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NEWS Wed 13 Sep 23
This Sunday is 2023/2024 Annual General Meeting for the Redclaws Social Bowls Club. 10 am in the Ocean Breeze Clubhouse. Please try to attend as we have a change of committee members (a) for you to meet; (b) we will also require another Committee member to stand from the attendees. Val Watson is again the Transitional Officer. President Joan will be holding the President's Day following the meeting. Come along for some fun.

From now until 17 December there will be special days nearly every Sunday. The list is up on the noticeboard. It would also be great to have more members play on Wednesdays and Fridays. If you require any information re coaching or playing bowls please ring Marilyn villa 15 for information.

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News Sun 20 Aug 23
The minutes from our 14 August meeting have been downloaded for your perusal. Please note that a hard copy plus financial statements are available for you to read. These are kept in the "white" folder on the bench under the Bowls noticeboard. If you require a hard copy for any reason please contact the Secretary villa 15.

As the inter resort Bowls Competition is being held at end of August in Biloela, and so many bowlers will not be at the resort, the Affordable Screens & Blinds $400 Sponsorship Day has been moved to 8 October.

Please remember that the Redclaws Social Bowls Club is holding their AGM on Sunday 17 September at 10am. If you are interested in joining the Committee, nomination forms are available on the bench under the bowls noticeboard. Please come along and attend, have your say. This meeting will be followed by Joan's President Day at 1pm.

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News Sat 29 Jul 23
Sunday 30 July is Bargara Meats $200 Sponsors Day Lucky villa draws, meat voucher raffle and of course our major fund raiser: the moneyboard. Please have your names ticked off on arrival at the greens. The last final of the championships - mixed triples was played on Thursday. The level of expertise is really getting better with the scores 23 to 20. Winning team: John Murfett, Sheila Williams & Paul Newham. A close consolation was Terry Buckley, Harvey Dingle & Audrey Gower. Well played by all players over the three months. Your cooperation in getting events played quickly was greatly appreciated by Julia.

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News Sun 16 Jul 23
We are nearing the end of the Championships. We are waiting for a semi final in the mixed triples to be played, then the finals. One team is already in the finals: Audrey, Harvey & Terry. Will keep you informed. Today is a $200 Des Allen Funerals Sponsor Day. Next Sponsor day is Bargara Meats on 30 July. The minutes from the last meeting are on the website, also a copy is in the white folder that is on the bowls bench near the noticeboard. If any bowler requires help with a walker on the green, there is a procedure to follow. Please inform the Secretary, villa 15. Any artificial devices used on the greens must have PLR Caretakers' permission.

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News Mon 26 Jun 23
For your information: The Mens 3 Bowls Pairs Championship was won by Roosta & Roly. It was a good game. Our commiserations to Bruce & TD. This Sunday is the sponsored game Men vs Ladies $600 day followed by a $3 sausage sizzle. Bowlers please come and enjoy the rivally and fun. Our sponsors for the day are Hearing Australia and Residents Assoc (Oasis Bar). Also the sheet is up for names for bowlers that are interested in playing the Mixed Triples Competition. These games will be played during the month of July. All good fun. Enjoy your bowls.

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Today we have the final of the Ladies 3 Bowl Pairs between Sonja/Joan and Marg/Wendy. This will be played at 1.30pm. On Saturday 1.30pm we have the final of the Mens 3 Bowl Pairs: Bruce/TD and Roosta/Roly. Should both be great games. Come along & watch. On Sundy 2 July, Redclaws have a $600 sponsor day for Ladies versus Men. This is sponsored by the Residents Association and Hearing Australia. Fun day, ladies please put your name down for the cause!

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News Sat 27 May 23
Men & Ladies B Grade finals was held today, with the winners being Ernie v235 and Coleen v146. Congratulation to both players. Commiserations to Sbig v410 and Chris v12. What excellent games were played. Men & Ladies A Grade finals will be played at 10 am on Monday 29 May 2023. Wednesday is a $600 sponsor game Qld vs NSW. We require a few more players for the NSW side. List is on the bowls noticeboard until Monday 29 May. Game starts at 1.30 pm, followed by a sausage sizzle $3/head. You must be a Redclaws member to participate. If you wish to join please ring Marilyn villa 15.

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News Thu 11 May 23
So far the Singles Championships are going well. I have been putting games played on the Residents FB. Hope all are enjoying the games and results. We have new players and new residents this year. They all seem to be having a go and enjoying the new experience instead of just a social game. Good to see spectators coming along and watching. This helps in the atmosphere of the games. The Mens and Ladies 3 Bowl Pairs lists are now up, if anyone would like to participate, put your names down to play. Lead and Skip will be drawn "out of a hat" by Julia, Games Director and Warwick, an experienced bowls organiser.

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News Mon 24 Apr 23
First day of May will start the A & B Graded Singles Competition for the Redclaws. These games must be played by end of May ie 31/5/23. We desperately require ladies who play A grade to participate. Come along and enjoy. Singles is a great game as you only have yourself to concentrate on. 7 May we have a new sponsor: Bundaberg Eye Clinic $400 day. Then 14 May is Mothers Day. A lot of bowling fun coming up.

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News Sat 01 Apr 23
This Sunday 2 April is Affordable Screens & Blinds $400 Sponsor Day. Lucky villa draw & meat voucher raffle. Please ensure you register before play on arrival. Our sponsor will be in attendance to hand out the prize money.
Next Wednesday 5 April mixed bowls will start at 1.30 pm. Twilight bowls has finished for the season.
There will not be any mixed bowls on Good Friday 7 April, but on Easter Sunday we will have bowls with "special Easter prizes" on the day. Please dress up for Easter.

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News Mon 20 Mar 23
PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF STARTING TIME FOR PAST PRESIDENTS TWILIGHT GAME. PLEASE BE AT THE GREEN BY 4PM. GAME WILL START AT 4.30PM. FOLLOWED BY SAUSAGE SIZZLE AT 6PM. COST TO RESIDENTS WILL BE $3. ******* PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF STARTING TIME. *******

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News Mon 13 Mar 23
Reminder bowlers, Sunday 19 March $200 Sponsor Day, Palm Lake Works/Sales. Also Past Presidents visit on Wednesday 22 March. Start game at 5pm. Please be there at 4.30pm. Finishing with a sausage sizzle $3/head (includes 2 sausages/bread with onions) at approx 6pm.

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News Sat 18 Feb 23
Reminder that Sunday 19 February 2023 is Affordable Screens & Blinds $200 Sponsorship Day. Julia is on leave, please contact Marilyn, villa 15 acting Games Director.

The bowling sheds are filling up again, with old/non used bowls being left in the shed. Some still do not have names and/or villa nos. Please remove if you do not use your old bowls or unable to bowl anymore. There are bowls supplied by Redclaws for new bowlers, so these old bowls are only taking up space.

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News Wed 15 Feb 23
This Sunday is Affordable Screens & Blinds $200 Sponsorship Day. All members come along and enjoy a social bowls day. Julia is away, so any queries please pass onto Marilyn villa 15. During Julia's absence, any queries to either Harold villa 41 or Marilyn villa 15. Next sponsorship day will be AIM Hearing 5 March. There are still bowlers who are dumping their bowls upon delivery. PLR have put signs around the green requesting that dumping of bowls cease as this damages underneath the green carpet. If you have this problem please do not hesitate to request assistance from our resort coach, Bob McNamee villa 384, or try an arm. This will assist greatly.

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News Sat 11 Feb 23
Reminder that the bowls shop in Targo Street Bundaberg is now owned by Darren McCracken. To assist with this local endeavour, Darren will hold a pop up shop on Wednesday 5 February 2023, between 2pm and 4pm. This will be available on the west side of the big bowls green outside the Sea Breeze Club House. Please make him welcome.

Sunday 26 February will be a sponsorship day. Sheet will go up this Sunday.

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News Tue 24 Jan 23
Reminder that Sunday 5 February 2023 is a Sponsor Day- Travel Managers $300. At 9 am there will be a presentation in the Theatre by Ian Long. Attendance sheets are on (1) noticeboard in the Sea Breeze Clubhouse, and (2) Bowls noticeboard in the Ocean Breeze Clubhouse. Then Ian will be playing bowls at 1pm and will be available to approach after that time.

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News Thu 12 Jan 23
Welcome back bowlers for 2023. I have just downloaded minutes for the first meeting held in January. There is a copy in the white folder near the bowls noticeboard. Have also downloaded a copy of the sponsors days for 2023. A copy is on the bowls noticeboard. Busy year ahead: we are starting the first sponsor day Des Allen Funerals $200 Sunday 22 January. Then Ian Long, Travel Managers $300 Sponsor Day on Sunday 5 February 2023. There will be a presentation at 9.30 am in the Theatre, followed by Bowls at 1pm. Flyers will be distributed. On Wednesday 15 February Darren McCracken (new owner of Crackers Bowls Shop) will hold a pop up shop between 2pm and 4pm near the craft rooms at the Bowls Green. This is a great opportunity for bowlers to upgrade their equipment, or new bowlers to try before you buy: bowls, arms, etc. Our resident coach, Bob villa 384, had 9 new bowlers last Monday. Sounds like a busy year ahead. If you require any further information please ring Marilyn villa 15. I have also placed Rules & Etiquette Books near the noticeboard. Please read and learn the basic rules of Lawn Bowls.

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News and Christmas games and raffles Tue 15 Nov 22
Well 2022 is coming to a close with only a few weeks to Xmas. Redclaws have a busy agenda with a Sponsor Day on Sunday 20 November: Affordable Screens & Blinds $400 day with meat voucher raffles and lucky villa draw. Then President Joan will hold her President's Day on Sunday 27 November with Xmas prizes.

Redclaws will hold the two Christmas Fun Day Bowls 4 and 11 December with 2 hours of bowls each day, followed by a free drink and free raffle entry. This is for Redclaws members only (both bowlers and non-bowlers). We will have "freebies" for "touchers" on the green. Then to finish off the year there will be a $300 Credence Insurance Sponsorship Day on 18 December, also the drawing of Julia' big mega raffle.

Mixed bowls will finish the year of 2022 on Friday 23 December. The bar will not be open, so let's make this a BYO following the game. Happy 2022 and looking forward to 2023.

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Welcome Back Twilight Game Fri 28 Oct 22
Last night we had our first twilight bowls for the summer season. Wednesday 9 November the Redclaws are trialling a first: We are holding a sponsor twilight bowls on a Wednesday: Friendlies Private Hospital $200 prize money. Lucky villa draw, meat voucher raffle etc. Please ring Julia villa 89 or Marilyn villa 15 if you require any information on this night.

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News Thu 20 Oct 22
Well nearly another year over. This Sunday we have Bargara Meats sponsorship Day. Meat tray voucher raffles, moneyboards and lucky villa draws. Then next week Redclaws will start twilight bowls Wednesday 26 October starting at 4pm. We will have a full agenda through November and December. Please look at the Bowls Noticeboard for: Affordable Screens & Blinds $400 Sponsor Day, President Joan's Day, two Xmas Sundays with prizes/raffles, Julia's Xmas Raffle will be starting soon and drawn on 18/12. Then Christmas. Wonder what 2023 will bring us.

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News Sat 03 Sep 22
On 11 September 2022, we will be holding a sponsorship day (new sponsor) Bundaberg Neighbourhood Centre $300 day. $2 villa draw, meat tray raffle etc. Come along and join in the fun. On 18 September we will be holding East Versus West. This will be a sausage sizzle day, meat tray raffles. The new South East area (Horizons) members will have the choice of playing for which ever side they would prefer ie West or East. We need to balance the sides. The Annual General Meeting will be held on Sunday 25 September at 10 am in the Ocean Breeze Clubhouse. The nomination sheets are on the white Bowls Noticeboard bench. If you are interested in being on the committee please fill in a sheet and put into the yellow nomination box.

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News Wed 15 Jun 22
Sponsorship Day this coming Sunday 19 June 2022 is Clear Optometry. Glenda and Geoff have other commitments on Sunday and will not be able to attend, but wish everyone an enjoyable day.

The Club Championships Pairs are moving fast now. With games being played Monday, Tuesday and two games today (Wednesday) 9.30 am and 1 pm. The standard of play is great and is enjoyable to watch. The mixed pairs is up on the bowls noticeboard and can start as soon as the pairs is out of the way. All must be finished by end of July 2022. This year we are giving out monetary prizes for both 1st and 2nd positions.

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News Sun 22 May 22
Today 22 May is Coral Coast Physiotherapy Sponsorship Day. Tomorrow 9 am 23 May, Mens Singles B Grade Final will be played Eric v40 versus Terry v227. Should be a great game. There may also be another game playing, but that is to be confirmed. Wed 25 May 9 am - to be confirmed - is Harvey v362 versus Ray v55. Ladies & Mens A Grade Singles are to be finalised by end of May. Ladies & Mens pairs can start and must be finalised by end of June. Wednesday 8 June is State of Origin. This will start at 1.30 am, sausage sizzle after the game. cost $3. This game is sponsored by the Oasis Bar and AIM Hearing with $300 prize money. You don't have to born in either state to play, just your choice of NSW or Qld. Enjoy your bowls.

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News Fri 13 May 22
This Sunday 15 May is Affordable Blinds $200 Sponsorship Day. Lucky villa draw and meat tray raffles. Of course we will have our usual moneyboard which raises money for weekly prizes and christmas prizes.

The Club Championships are proving popular mainly with a following on Facebook. There have been some fabulous bowls and the level of bowling - you all should be proud of.

Next week we have the Ladies B Grade Final, Monday 16 May. Coleen and Sheila will battle it out for the title. Julia will be the marker.

If anyone is interested in being a marker for the singles matches, I would be glad to run them through the latest basic rules.

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News Sat 16 Apr 22
Sunday 17 April will be an Easter prizes day. Free raffle tickets. Only 1 prize per person. Normal winning rink etc.
Sunday 24 April is Searles RV Sponsorship Day.
Start of May will be the start of the Championships. Join in and have a go. See how much you have improved on your bowling techniques.
27-28 April PLR Beachmere Bay Resort Bowlers are sending 66 players up for a 2 day competition (Wednesday & Thursday). We don't normally have this type of event but they are keen in visiting our resort. Let's show them some hospitality. Food supplied (for a price) by the Relay for Life Members. Bar will be open both days. Come along a join in and meet new tenants from another Palm Lake Resort.

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News Wed 12 May 21
Good morning. Reminder to all bowlers that Searles RV Sponsorship Day is on this Sunday 16 May. $2 Lucky villa draw, meat tray raffles. Last day before BYO with the bar closing. Saturday 22 May, Ian Long from Travel Managers will be holding a travel presentation. A sheet will go up for attendances. Sea Breeze Clubhouse, 9.30 am for 10 am start with some morning tea (bikkies I think?). Please note that this travel presentation is for anyone interested, not just bowlers. I will be ringing around at the end of next week.

Because of the clubhouse renovations, Clear Optometry Sponsorship Day will now be held on 19 September. The AGM will be held on Sunday 26 September.

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News Sat 01 May 21
Reminder that this Sunday is a sponsorship day for Des Allen Funerals. Be there at 12.30 am. Sheet is up on the board until 9am Sunday morning. As Julia is not well, Marilyn villa 15 will be the contact. Cost: $2 lucky villa draw, meat tray raffle and vouchers will be raffled. Money prizes on the day. Come along and meet new people and have an afternoon of fun.

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News Wed 21 Apr 21
Keeping you all up to date. With the colder weather approaching, Wednesday 28 April will be the last twilight games. There will be a sausage sizzle on this night at 6pm following 14 ends of bowls. The list will go up on the board. For catering purposes we ask that players non-bowling partners' names please be placed on the non bowlers list which will be on the whiteboard. In May the first Wednesday games will then resume at 1.30pm. We are staying with the 1.30 start as this gives the Bingo players time to finish before we thirsty bowlers interrupt as we make our way to the bar. Friday and Sunday bowls will start at 1pm. We would like to see what interest there is for people wanting to play in the club championships. Julia will put a sheet up asking for names of people interested. This is a good way of learning the proper etiquette and rules of bowls. We don't care who wins or loses, just having fun.

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Easter Bowl Sun 04 Apr 21
Happy Easter to all. Reminder that mixed bowls will be on today (just a few drops of rain!!). Easter prizes today (something different). Masks do not have to be worn on the bowling green, BUT must be worn whilst in the clubhouse. Once you are seated you can remove your mask but must wear masks when at the bar.

Next Sunday 11 April is the East versus West game. Sheets will go up today. Come along and have some FUN.

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Wednesday 31 March Twilight Bowls

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Wednesday 31 March Twilight Bowls Mon 29 Mar 21
Guys, Wednesday's twilight bowls will be on. Starting at 4pm. Masks do not have to be worn ON THE BOWLING GREEN, but must be worn in the surrounds and in the clubhouse. The Bar will be open for this event. There will be more news from the Govt at 5pm Wednesday, so things could change from that time.

Enjoy bowls

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News Mon 29 Mar 21
Please note that there will NOT be any Mixed Bowls on this Friday 2 April. Good Friday Public Holiday.

There will be mixed bowls on Easter Sunday at this stage - with Special Easter prizes. Enjoy the day.

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News Fri 05 Mar 21
Don't forget Affordable Screens & Blinds Sponsorship Day this Sunday. Meat Tray raffles. $2 for lucky villa draw. Money prizes.

On Sunday 28 March we are having Travel Managers $300 Sponsorship Day. Ian Long is coming up from the Sunshine Coast to attend this day. Travel Managers were a previous sponsor of Palm Lake Bowls and it is good to have them back. There will also be a presentation on Saturday 27 March in the Sea Breeze Clubhouse. Time to be advised. Ian is an expert on travel, especially cruises.

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News Mon 01 Mar 21
This Wednesday we are holding a Past Presidents Twilight Game. A Sausage sizzle will be available for the cost of $2 per person. At this moment the list is full but if you would like to play, please ring Julia villa 89 and go onto a reserve list. We have 44 players from the Past Presidents group coming. Game to start at 4 pm. There will be a raffle held by the Past Presidents' group. Also this Sunday is Affordable Screens and Blinds Sponsorship day. Please come along and enjoy social bowls.

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Christmas games and raffles

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Christmas games and raffles Wed 16 Dec 20
Don't forget that even if you are not playing bowls this Sunday, as a member you are entitled to a free drink and a chance in the raffle. Thing to remember: there is a list up for non players to put their names down, BUT we are still under Covid Regulations and must not push the limits too far. Merry Christmas.

We start the 2021 year off with a twilight game on Wednesday 13 January. Starting play at 4pm. Followed by a sausage sizzle. List and further information will go up on the board in the new year.

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President's Day & Affordable Blinds Sponsorship Day

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President's Day & Affordable Blinds Sponsorship Day Mon 16 Nov 20
Hope you all enjoyed Des Allen Funerals Sponsor Day. Four more events for this year of 2020. Joan's President Day 29 November - normal Sunday but with some special prizes. Affordable Blinds Sponsor Day on 6 December. Then onto the two Xmas Sundays with lots of prizes and big Xmas raffle. Please take note of flyers on the tables and noticeboard. Redclaws will be starting up again in January with a Wednesday twilight game and sausage sizzle. Please contact Marilyn on 7015 if you require any more information. Merry Christmas

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Sponsorship Days

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Sponsorship Days Tue 20 Oct 20
Please note that this coming Sunday is a sponsorship day for Searles RV. Due to Covid restrictions there will not be any food served but if you would like to enter into the lucky villa draw this will cost you $2. Meat trays raffles will also be available at $1/ticket or 6 tickets for $5. On Wednesday 4 November there will be a State of Origin special events sponsored day. Sponsors Oasis Bar and AIM Hearing. Game will start at 1.30 pm. Please put your names under the team you wish to play for ie Qld or NSW. Qld to wear maroon jumpers and NSW to wear blue. If you require any more information please ring Marilyn V15, Frank V251 or Gary V390.

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Clear Optometry Sponsorship Day

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Clear Optometry Sponsorship Day Sun 04 Oct 20
Today Sunday 4 October 2020 is a sponsorship event sponsored by Clear Optometry, Bargara Central. 1 pm start, $2 to enter the lucky villa draw, 6 meat tray raffle and of course the infamous money board. Please arrive and have your name crossed off by 12.45 pm. Under Covid restrictions there will not be a BBQ. Setting must be 6 per table only (we are pushing the limits on this one) so we request that non bowlers not sit at the numbered tables, but please sit closer to the bar and enjoy a coldie. Enjoy your game of bowls.

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Annual General Meeting Held 27/9/2020

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Annual General Meeting Held 27/9/2020 Mon 28 Sep 20
Well, with a small amount of attendees, the new committee for 2020/2021 has been selected: Joan Lembcke, President; Wally Power, Vice President; Marilyn Power, Secretary; Sandra Marshall, Treasurer; Julia Fagg, Games Director; and John Adamson, Greens Director. We have two new Committee Members: Eric Williams and Ken Galvin. Hope you are happy to welcome all. With a busy new year coming up, our next meeting will be held on 12 October 2020. If you have any queries of any kind, please do not hesitate to jot down in writing and put into mail box 212 (or email to me: wallypower@bigpond.com)and we will discuss. Please note "in writing". Happy bowling. Also note that a copy of meeting minutes for your perusal is always kept in the "Arch File" on the bowlers' bench (where you put your names down).

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Special Events Day Mon 17 Aug 20
Well we are heading for a Special Events Day being held next Sunday 23 August. The inaugural Mens Versus Ladies Day. Last year the men finished up 1 (one) point winners. At the moment the men have 2 reserves, the ladies have none so please put your names down as we still have a week to go. Teams will be decided on Thursday morning by: Frank Plant, Gary Kington, Julia Fagg and Marilyn Power. Come on girls, give it a go.

Minutes from the last meeting are in the Arch File on the desk where you put your names down. We try to keep all informed of what is happening.

There are new signs on the tables. Due to Covid-19 Restrictions, there are only 6 chairs/people per table. please do not add more. I know we have partners who wish to sit and join in, but the Bar area is also under strict rules and regulations. If we break these then the bar could be closed and we do not want this to happen.

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Sponsorship day

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Sponsorship day Wed 29 Jul 20
Reminder that this Sunday 2 August 2020 will be our first sponsorship day since the lockdown. Affordable Blinds again have offered to sponsor the day. There will be a change as there will not be a BBQ/food. The cost will be $2 per player, this covers the Lucky Villa prize. Meat tray raffles will be on. Prizes will of course be money donated by Affordable Blinds.

Reminder also that on 23 August, we will have Ladies Vs Men. Again no catering due to Covid-19 Restrictions. Money prizes will be donated by the Oasis Bar and AIM Audiology.

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Lights and Equipment

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Lights and Equipment Wed 29 Jul 20
Some bowlers are leaving the lights on. Please ensure that these bowling green lights are turned off at the completion of play. Also all equipment ie mats/jacks must be returned to the shed and shed closed. Lee and Glenda have asked the Committee to inform all bowlers of these requirements.

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Scroungers

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Scroungers Fri 03 Jul 20
Hey guys good news. Now that we can fit more people on each green, Scroungers will start up again this coming Monday 6 July. Any queries please contact Frank villa 251. Sheet will be put up today in OB clubhouse. For any new players requiring coaching, please contact our onsite coach, Bob McNamee villa 384. Thanks Marilyn

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Closure of Back Green

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Closure of Back Green Tue 23 Jun 20
Bowlers: the back (old) green will be closed or sanitising/cleaning from Wednesday 24 June (tomorrow) through to Friday evening (26 June). Please do not play on this green during this time.

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No more organied mixed morning games

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No more organied mixed morning games Fri 19 Jun 20
Sorry guys had trouble logging in. As by now you may have noticed that we can have 20 players on each green, therefore no longer will there be organised morning games on Wednesday, Friday or Sundays. The Bowls Committee is going to recommence their monthly meetings. 13 July will be our next meeting. If you have any queries that you wish us to discuss please send through to me, Marilyn villa 15 email wallypower@bigpond.com. Please be patient, hopefully soon we can start normal games (triples/4's) soon.

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Bowlers Fri 29 May 20
Hi Bowlers. Organised games will start next week. Games will be Wednesday Friday and Sunday. Morning games start at 9 am. Afternoon games will start at 1 pm. Sheets will be on table outside clubhouse. So that all people can play names must be down by 5 pm on the day before. Any queries please ring Marilyn villa 15 or Julia villa 89. I know the preferred time is afternoon, but so that we can all have a game, please consider morning games. Note: Under Covid-19 we can still only have 4/people per rink with a rink between players.

Sheets for Wednesday games will be up this weekend. DONT confuse morning or afternoon sheets. They will be highlighted. Please take your glasses.

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Yoga

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Yoga Fri 29 May 20
Yoga starts on Monday ladies. 9 am on the back bowling green. Please ensure you have the correct footwear. Socks or flat soled shoes. NO BARE FEET OR THONGS.

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Green Are Open But With Rules

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Green Are Open But With Rules Sat 16 May 20
The greens are open BUT rules apply. We thank you for your patience. Notices have been put up at the greens. Only 16 players on the main green at any one time. Only 12 players on the back green at any one time. NO MORE than 4 people per rink with 1 rink distancing. Jacks must be sanitised/washed before and after use.

We ask that people be considerate as we now have approx. 340 bowlers. No spectators allowed. No after game socialising.

Please help us keep the rules and regulations to keep Covid safe.

Scroungers will not be starting as yet, maybe June. This is up to Frank. He will keep you all informed.

Mens Morning Bowls will start 2 June. Paul will put the sheet up on the Sunday prior. As the clubhouses are not open the sheets will all be on the board at the base of the steps.

Cathy has Ladies morning bowls in hand. Will keep you informed of time and date. Probably first Thursday in June.

Gary/Suzanne will look at starting Saturday pairs on June 6.

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Bowls Greens

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Bowls Greens Wed 06 May 20
Well Bowlers, hope you are all surviving this devil of a virus. The Redclaws Committee are working closely with PLR Management in trying to get the greens open as soon as the Government will allow. The greens at the moment are in an horrendous condition and we are in talks with PLR regarding shampooing/cleaning, etc. That is the first step. We know you are all chomping at the bit but a little more patience is required to get things right and in order.

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Coronavirus

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Coronavirus Thu 19 Mar 20
Due to the coronavirus, organised bowls will not be played until further notice. The greens are there for your use, so if you want a roll up or a SMALL group of friends go ahead. We will keep you informed as we are informed by head office.

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Lights on new bowling green

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Lights on new bowling green Fri 13 Mar 20
NEWS: PLR have informed John Villa 7, they have approved the replacement of the current lights with LED lights. As soon as new lights become available the changeover will be done. At this stage there is no timeline. We will keep you informed.

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Coronavirus

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Coronavirus Fri 13 Mar 20
Redclaws Committee have made the decision that the playing of bowls will continue, but there will not be any congregating of people in the clubhouse following the games. This includes Sunday. Sunday sponsorship day will be deferred, but normal bowls will occur, just no drinks, eat, prizes in the clubhouse following the game. Palm Lake Care are taking precautionary measures with "inmates" taking meals in their rooms. Visitors are still welcome but with care and no signs of flu.

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Recent news re greens

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Recent news re greens Wed 11 Mar 20
Today, Wednesday 11 March at 1pm start, we will be playing 4's against visitors from Gold Coast Seachange. These visitors live in a similar situation as we do ie resort style living. At 3.30pm we will be having a drink at the bar. Prior to the bowls game we will be showing our visitors around the clubhouses, etc. Please say hello. On Sunday 15 March we will be going ahead with the Affordable Blinds Sponsorship Day. NOTE: 11am game of 4's, then at 1.30pm another game of 4's. At approx. 3.30 pm we will have BBQ and prizes in the old clubhouse. Please note that all games are being played on the old green. We ask that all residents be patient until the caretakers can get the lights sorted and checked out on the new green. We do not want anyone put in danger from falling lights. At this stage the Easts Vs West game due to be played 5 April may be deferred until later in the year. The Redclaws Social Bowls Committee are doing their best to keep everyone informed.

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New Bowling Rink

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New Bowling Rink Sun 08 Mar 20
Please note, that today Sunday 8 March a light has fallen from the roof of the new green onto the playing area. This has been passed through to Palm Lake. As from today until further notice this playing green has been closed. For now it is in the hands of Palm Lake. We hopefully will keeping playing on the old rink, but will keep everyone informed when we know more.

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Gold Cost RV Seachange

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Gold Cost RV Seachange Tue 03 Mar 20
We have Gold Coast RV Seachange Group coming to have a game of bowls on Wednesday 11 March. These visitors come from a similar home base as PLR Roamers (our caravan group). We are expecting approx. 24-30 players on the day with prize, kabana & cheese nibbles. The playing list is up on the board. A good showing would be great.

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Bowls News Tue 18 Feb 20
Commencing Wednesday 19 February 2020, Redclaws will play scroungers. NOTE this will be fortnightly only - on Wednesdays when there is Bingo. On alternate Wednesdays (no bingo) there will be triples with randomly drawn winners. The prize being a frozen chicken. All in fun guys - enjoy the change.

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change Wed 12 Feb 20

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Information News Wed 12 Feb 20
Please note that the bowls shed is being reorganised as we do not have any more room. Please note that if your bowls are in the bowls shed and you do not bowl anymore, please removed your old bowls as they are taking up room. PLR is expanding so your help is required. Also the Redclaws Bowls Committee has purchased bowls for people to use TO LEARN to play bowls prior to residents purchasing their own. They MUST stay in the bowls shed.

The Redclaws Social Bowls Club invites residents to become members. $1/life member. Either player or non player (social member). This entitles you to join in our sponsorship games, weekly prize draws, special events ie Ladies vs Men, State of Origin and East vs West. Also our Christmas lunch (members only). Please see one of our committee members. Membership forms are kept in the "Arch" file on the bowls desk. This file also includes copies of all meeting minutes, treasurer reports for your information.

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Sponsorship Day

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Sponsorship Day Mon 27 Jan 20
Please note, the next sponsorship day is for Sales/Palm Lake Works being held on Sunday 9 February. Don't forget $7 per player. This is $5 for hamburger and $2 for villa prize. Cathy, Sue and Arthur (raffles 6 for $5) will be there to collect. Come along and enjoy.

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News Sat 18 Jan 20
Please note that when using our Bowling Greens, correct footwear MUST be worn ie bowling shoes. Please do not wear sneakers or heels. Socks can be worn NOT bare feet as the oil in your soles marks the carpet.

Also if you feel that your bowling is not up to standard and you require a bit of assistance, please do not be afraid to ask for help from our resident accredited coach, Bob McNamee in villa 7384.

We as a committee are always approachable, and if we can help in any way please do not hesitate to ask. Reminder that meeting minutes are kept in the Arch File in the Bowls area and are there for all to peruse.

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2020

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2020 Wed 08 Jan 20
Hope you all had a good break. Redclaws is officially starting the season on Sunday 12 January. The roll up during the break has been great. We would like to give a big thank you to Bill Kirby for his organising of games. It is with regret that we have said goodbye to two of our members - Brian Creek and Stuart Tessier. On the upside we say hello to new members and hope you all enjoy the coming 2020 season.

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Xmas Break

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Xmas Break Mon 25 Nov 19
Well guys we are heading for a Christmas Break. Don't forget the Bowls Xmas Lunch on Saturday 7 December 2019. We require help in setting up for this day, so for the lovely volunteers - Saturday at 7 am for setting up. Tables, chair, tablecloths etc. Thanks in advance. The last day for organised bowls is Sunday 15 December, restarting 12 January 2020. Of course, Bill Kirby, myself and Julia (one of us - maybe)will be available if things need sorting out ie nobody wants to organise games with over say 12 people. Hahaha Enjoy the Christmas break and see you all in 2020.

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Missing PA Amplifier

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Missing PA Amplifier Sat 09 Nov 19
The Bowls Amplifier has gone walkabout. Normally stored in the Ocean Breeze Clubhouse Meeting Room, the PA System is no longer there. If you have any idea of its whereabouts please contact Marilyn Villa 15. NOW FOUND. We don't mind sharing but next time please inform/ask a committee member. This includes the bowls etc kept in the bowls shed.

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Sponsorship Day

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Sponsorship Day Sat 09 Nov 19
Affordable Blinds Sponsorship Day will be played on Sunday 17 November 2019. This is the last sponsorship day for the 2019 year. Reminder $7 for players, this covers a hamburger and entry in the lucky villa draw. $5 for non players for a hamburger.

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RV Searles Sponsorship Day

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RV Searles Sponsorship Day Wed 30 Oct 19
This Sunday 3 November, the Redclaws Bowls will be having a sponsorship day supplied by RV Searles. Hamburgers, raffles and villa prizes on the day. Put your names on the list and enjoy a game of bowls. Ben unfortunately will not be able to attend this Sunday, but we are working on the schedule for next year to ensure he can come along and enjoy as well.

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Change for Sunday 27 October 2019

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Change for Sunday 27 October 2019 Tue 22 Oct 19
Please note, Sunday 27 October will be an ordinary Sunday for playing bowls i.e. moneyboard, residents playing etc. Bargara Bowls Club (Bream) are at this stage unable to send enough players to play PLR for the shield. Shield games will start in earnest in 2020. Sponsor days, special events, Bargara and East Bundaberg game days will be posted on the Bowls Noticeboard when finalised.
Regards Marilyn

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Sponsorship Day

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Sponsorship Day Mon 16 Sep 19
Please note that there will be a Des Allen Funerals Sponsorship Bowls Day on Sunday 6 October 2019. $7 cost to play, this includes a steakburger or hamburger, lucky villa and prizes. Also raffles for meat trays will be available.

On 27 October Bargara Bowls Club members have been invited to play (at PLR). At this stage, we will be asking players to bring a plate, same as the East Bundaberg game. There will be prize money and meat tray raffles. Please note that if you wish to play for Bargara and not Palm Lake, there will be a green fee of $10.