Message from the President
Last Friday saw the reintroduction of meals after an absence of several months. The large number of people who attended was amazing and indicated strongly that this is something members, families, friends and locals value. The à la carte menu provided a range of foods from which to choose at very reasonable prices. For those of you not going to football next Friday night, why not come to the club, have a meal and watch the game? The menu looks even better than last week.
New Life Members
Congratulations to our newest Honorary Life members, Ken Watson, Phillip Grant-Allan and Ulli Kruse who were endorsed at the recent AGM. Each has made significant contributions to the club, albeit in a variety of ways.
Renovation
There are no photos this week due to current work not being as visible. However, be reassured that things are continuing to move ahead. Electricians have been wiring and rewiring, air conditioning is progressing with wiring being done, the roof continues to receive TLC with work this week attending to repairs to tiles cracks and leaks including capping.
As the air-conditioning to the main clubhouse nears completion, the 2 gas wall heaters will be decommissioned in due course. If you wish to buy 1 or 2 please let Peter Glazbrook know. The purchaser will be responsible for taking them away and arranging their own gas fitter to install them.
- Visit our Club Renovation Works page for more information.
Greens A & B Closed Sept 8
Weather permitting, spraying of both greens will occur. BOTH will be closed after 3 pm for the rest of the day.
- Ulli Kruse
New Officials Courses
The club is always looking for people to become officials and is keen to increase our numbers. The following is an email from Bowls SA to advise that we have a couple of New Officials courses set up as follows:
Glenelg Bowling Club
- Mon 01 Sep – New Marker course 10am start
- Mon 08 Sep – New Measurer course 10am start
- Mon 15 Sep – New Umpire course 10am start
Link to register: https://bowlslink.com.au/public/event/9997d7d9-0d82-4245-aa8d-aac426fb9629
Blackwood Bowling Club
- Fri 12 Sep – New Marker & Measurer course 9am start
- Fri 19 Sep – New Umpire 9:30am start
Link to register: https://bowlslink.com.au/public/event/29b057b5-0082-4fe5-a398-d74acee0fd06
Morphett Vale Memorial Bowling Club
- Fri 12 Sep – Reaccreditation Marker/Measurer & Umpire 9:30am start
Link to register: https://bowlslink.com.au/public/event/7b4e26f5-d4d3-4f16-9aa6-f1b3015f3d81
Please pass this information onto your members as we always need new Umpires! Also advise your members to always keep an eye out on our website for upcoming courses.
- Anna Byrne, Membership Administration Officer
- Bowls SA 583A Anzac Highway, Glenelg North
- Phone: 08 8234 7544
- Email: reception@bowlssa.com.au
- Website: bowlssa.com.au
Pre Season
Please put the dates in your calendars.
Pennant Training
Pennant training begins on Tuesday, September 2 at 9am. Pennant players, as well as associate members interested in playing pennants but still considering it, are most welcome to come along and join current pennant players.
Tuesday afternoon from 4.30 until 6pm will be available for those who are unable to attend in the morning. Beginning on September 2.
Members are always encouraged to contact coaches for individual or smaller group sessions. Coaches are Greg Miller, Rod Squire, Ken Watson and Alan Lambert.
Preseason Trials
- September 13, Saturday @TBA vs Walkerville @Home
- September 17 Wednesday @12:30pm, vs Sturt @Sturt
- September 20 Saturday @12:30pm, vs McLaren Vale @McLaren Vale (18 ends)
- September 25 Thursday @10:00am, vs Sturt @Sturt (18 ends)
- October 2 Thursday @10:00am vs Beaumont @Beaumont (18 ends)
- October 4, Saturday @ TBA vs Clarence Gardens @Clarence Gardens
- October 8 Wednesday @12:30pm, vs Clarence Gardens @Clarence Gardens
Internal Trials
Times for internal trials for each competition will be included in the team selections. As for Pennant matches, please let selectors know of your unavailability if you haven’t already indicated. Selectors meet on Monday evening at 4.30pm.
The Blue Book
This book is a vital communication tool for those of you who will be unavailable for games during the pennant season. If you have plans that coincide with a pennant game put you name into the book under the date. This helps selectors’ forward planning. Where is the blue book? Sitting by the blue box.
- Visit our Pennant Bowls page for more information.
Norwood International High School
The club will be working with students from NIHS again in September as part of their Year 10 Lifestyle and Health class. Thank you in advance to those of you who have offered to assist. There will be 3 classes over 4 weeks involved: one each on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
Trial games and preseason practice may overlap with some of the sessions on Wednesday.
- Tuesday, September 9, 16 and 23 (2.05pm – 3.05pm)
- Wednesday, September 10, 17 and 24 (12.05pm – 1.05pm)
- Thursday, September 11, 18 and 25 (2.05pm – 3.05pm)
Please make the students welcome. They are tomorrow’s bowlers.
- Ken Watson
Wanted - Coordinator for Tuesday Night Owls
In last week’s newsletter I announced that Allan Wilkins would continue as the coordinator. This is not correct and so the club is seeking a willing person to coordinate the Tuesday Night program. There are people willing to assist with raffles, food and set up. Allan has offered his support to a new person as he willingly did on Thursdays during winter.
Membership
Membership subs were due on August 31. There are members who have indicated their availability to play that haven’t paid so please do so as a matter of importance. If there are issues with this, please contact Phil McBride or Tania Lewis.
Remember when following the instructions for payment please include your name on the receipt to facilitate accurate recording. Remember NO PAY, NO PLAY. The attached file provides details as to payment.
- Open Payment of Bowling Fees 2025/26 form.
Club Championships
Entries for the Kensington Marryatville Bowling 2025/26 Club championships are open.
Dates
Please diarise the following dates for completing the rounds. Games not played by the due date will be forfeited.
Entry Forms
These are available in the clubhouse, beside the blue box just outside the kitchen. Please take one and compete in your choice of competitions. Please consider the number of events you enter so that all events can be completed by the due dates. Games not played by the due date will be forfeited.
Rules
All rules and conditions of play are posted on the notice board in the clubhouse.
Entry Fee
This is $5 per person per event. Once your entry form is complete, place your form, together with the entry fee, in a sealed envelope, and place it in the blue box. You can also hand it in person to Kim Draper. Cash only, and an exact amount of money will be appreciated. All entries must be completed by the 10th October 2025.
- Kim Draper 0457 274 923
Friday Night Happy Hour and Dinner (Sept 12)
Kim Webster's name was drawn in the Members Draw on Friday and as he was not present, the jackpot next month increases to $300. Remember, you need to be there on the night to collect.
Please join us for our regular Friday night dinner this week. The meals are Bistro Style with food being served between 6pm and 8pm. Please put your name on the list by Wednesday if you are ordering a meal or let Pip Malone know, and she will add your name to the list. Pip's phone number is 0409 955 501. Although bookings are preferred, walk-ins can be accommodated and take-away meals are also available. Come and watch the footy and enjoy the meal and companionship. Remember to invite your family, friends and neighbours.
- Visit our Fun Feast Fridays at Kensi Club page for more information.
Happy Hour
Happy Hour is on at the club again this Friday at 5.30pm.
- Visit our Kensi Friday Happy Hour page for more information.
Social Media
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to keep up with all the latest news and updates. We also love seeing your photos of club activities and events, so feel free to share them with us!
Sponsors
When visiting any of our club sponsors, kindly mention that you are from the Kensington Marryatville Bowling Club. This simple gesture lets them know their sponsorship is appreciated and valuable. Our sponsors are crucial to the future of our club, so please show your support whenever possible.
If you have suggestions for potential new sponsors, feel free to approach any committee member. Your ideas can make a big difference!
Lawn Bowls Newsletter 08/09/2025