The North Mackay Ladies Bowls Club have defended their title in style, claiming back-to-back victories at the annual Symons Shield, held this year on Tuesday 29 April and Thursday 1 May.
Hosted by the Northern Beaches Bowls Club, the event drew top competition from clubs across the region, including Airlie Beach, Marian, Mackay City, Mackay Club, North Mackay, Northern Beaches, Sarina, South Suburban, and Wests.
Day one saw early clashes, with North Mackay defeating South Suburban in the morning session, while Mackay City got the better of Wests. In the afternoon round, North Mackay maintained form with a win over Mackay City, while Airlie Beach overcame Marian and Northern Beaches edged past Mackay Club.
Semi-finals were held on Thursday morning, with North Mackay outplaying Sarina and Airlie Beach toppling Northern Beaches to set up a highly anticipated final.
The Thursday afternoon decider saw North Mackay rise to the challenge, securing a well-earned win over Airlie Beach and clinching the coveted shield for the second year running.
The winning team included Lorna Bowers, Chris Hall, Marie Duck, Debbie Mackenzie, Lorraine Lemke, Lois Deguara, Chris Woo, Nug Pratt, Val DePinto, and Lidia McCarthy.
Congratulations to the North Mackay ladies for their impressive campaign and to the Northern Beaches Club for once again hosting this beloved annual event.
(left to right): Lorna Bowers, Chris Hall, Marie Duck, Debbie Mackenzie, Lorraine Lemke, Lois Deguara, Chris Woo, Nug Pratt, Val DePinto. Absent: Lidia McCarthy