Winter Solstice Brightens Busy Week for Bowling Club

From left Wendy Pomeroy, Mandy O'Brien, Rene Thommen, Arthur McManus, Alma Rose and Mark Mawson and Tony Kelly.

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The winter solstice has arrived, bringing an extra minute of sunlight each day, and Airlie Beach Bowling Club were quick to make the most of it.  

The week got underway with a President at Home Day, along with an All Ladies Day expertly organised by Carol Crosbie and her executive committee. A special congratulations goes to the winning team from South Suburban, consisting of Di Dobbins, Margo Stanley, Wendy Pomeroy and Joan McGrath.  

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Wednesday was a busy day at the club, with John Fielding's team claiming first prize and Alan Pershouse's team finishing second in the afternoon social bowls. That evening, members came together for a special fundraiser organised by Yvonne and Bobby Spees in support of Gail Simms' granddaughter, helping raise some money and showing the club's strong community spirit.

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Following the Show Whitsundays public holiday, the club turned its attention to pennant action, with Divisions 1, 2 and 4 all taking to the greens.  

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Thanks to the efforts of head selector Warren Mills, each side was well represented. Division 1 recorded a draw against North Mackay before falling to Northern Beaches, while Division 2 hosted Northern Beaches and North Mackay across the weekend.  

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Division 4 narrowly lost to Mackay City before producing an impressive 47-26 victory over North Mackay, leaving the side in a strong position with one game remaining before the bye.

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Contributed with thanks to Mark Mawson.

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