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The return of the orangutan

Some bowlers rely on impeccable technique. Others depend on years of experience. Stewie Allen occasionally turns to a less conventional strategy. At Winter Bowls on Saturday, 27 June 2026, he once [...]

Winter Bowls photography, Saturday 27 June 2026

After two weeks of heavy rain, Saturday, 27 June 2026 provided a welcome return to fine weather on a Saturday, and Winter Bowls participants made the most of it. Toby Carter brought his usual [...]

The welcoming spirit of Winter Bowls

The organisers of Winter Bowls at Sturt Bowling Club achieve far more than simply running a weekly social competition. Week after week, they create something rather special: an atmosphere where [...]

Winter Bowls photography, Wednesday 24 June 2026

After two weeks of rain, bowlers were delighted to be back on the green, and Winter Bowls on Wednesday 24 June 2026 certainly didn't disappoint. Deano Pye ditched his steel arm and, with it, [...]

Birthday Boy, Steve van der Veen, 24 June 2026

Steve van der Veen is one of those larger-than-life characters who contributes to the club's colour and character. Bon vivant, raconteur, provocateur and lovable rascal, he's also one of our finest [...]

Eliminating the dreaded wobble

One of the joys of watching Winter Bowls at Sturt is to note that many bowlers send their bowls off on the journey down the rink, with the bowl upright, not on a lean. Queensland bowls coach R. C. [...]

Volunteer in focus: Alan Ludlow 2016-2026, selector, Strangler, tournaments, bins, co-Bar Manager

Every successful bowls club depends on volunteers, and few at our club have contributed as much, in as many different ways, as Alan Ludlow. A tireless worker and talented all-rounder, Alan combines [...]

Winter Bowls photography, Wednesday 10 June 2026

The fine, sunny weather definitely lifted the mood of the bowlers on Wednesday 10 June 2026. The 123 photos highlight the enthusiasm, determination and enjoyment of all participants. See more photos [...]

Stunning women bowlers, Wednesday 10 June 2026

On Wednesday 10 June 2026, the sun was out for Winter Bowls and the women bowlers relished the conditions. On one rink, supposed opponents Janine Skurray and Wendy Adams were a potent combination, [...]

Flashback: videos of Sturt I women champions, 26 February 2026

Here's a video flashback of our champion Sturt I Women's Pennant team in action in late February, just before their blazing run through the finals series. A shout-out to team member and club stalwart [...]