Bowls

Incoming Rosewood Bowls Club president shares plans for future growth

NEWLY-elected Rosewood Bowls Club president Kevin Hayden knows one of the biggest issues for his sport is attracting new members. However, with 26 years’ experience in the hospitality industry and being a bowler for a decade, Kevin is ready for...

David Lems

03 Sep 2025

Sport

Rosewood mum eager to help club bowl along

ROSEWOOD Bowls Club secretary Joanne Marshall enjoys writing books for children to help them learn. Although her eight books aren’t published, Joanne gains immense satisfaction penning words to encourage young people. She sees her writing hobby as...

David Lems

30 Jul 2025

Sport

Consistent Rosewood bowls champions honoured

HAVING played in and watched many championships over the years, Rosewood Bowls Club president Terry Hobden knows what is required to win. “You’ve got to have your bowls skill and you’ve got to have your consistency as well to be up there...

Guest Writer

23 Jul 2025

Sport

Country clubs like Rosewood need ageless support

AS a long-time bowler, John Turner would love to again see the Rosewood club having younger players regularly competing in city competitions. John was part of a challenging and rewarding period when he shared in past Rosewood Bowls Club successes...

David Lems

05 Mar 2025

Sport

Rosewood clubs share precious sporting history

Opinion AS Rosewood rugby league and soccer officials gear up for 2025 seasons, it’s timely to see the region’s sporting history being celebrated. Rosewood Bowls Club members and supporters recently shared in a 70th anniversary “Cobbers...

David Lems

19 Feb 2025

Sport

103 year-old Edie’s visit caps 70th anniversary celebration

ROSEWOOD Bowls Club members, officials and supporters celebrated their 70th anniversary “party’’ with a special visitor. Life member Edie Bambling, who turns 104 in August, was all smiles mixing with friends and helping cut the cake marking...

David Lems

12 Feb 2025

Sport

Rosewood ‘Cobbers’ welcome 70th year boost

AFTER a tough 2024 trying to attract members, loyal Rosewood Bowls Club (RBC) supporters are hoping for an early boost to the new year. Past and present members are preparing to celebrate the club’s official opening, 70 years ago, on February 8...

David Lems

29 Jan 2025

Sport

Historic shield revamped for Rosewood juniors

ROSEWOOD Bowls Club champion Karen Kington thought her sport was for “old people” when she was encouraged to try it as a late starter. Years later, the former club vice-president was delighted to see a group of juniors discovering the benefits...

David Lems

25 Sep 2024

Sport

Historic Rosewood club’s milestone recognition

DEDICATED duo Terry “Tezza” Hobden and Robert “Beastie” Franklin typify the loyal people keeping the Rosewood Bowls Club going. As Terry assists with planning the club’s 70th anniversary, his multiple roles highlight what some members of...

David Lems

20 Mar 2024

Sport

Healthy benefits for seniors playing outdoor sport

BOWLS, golf and ever-growing sports like masters hockey and cricket are valuable pastimes for seniors to enjoy. Bowls and golf clubs provide regular social and more competitive weekly events that help participants keep healthy physically and...

David Lems

06 Mar 2024

Sport

Terry keeps Rosewood club bowling along

EVER-busy Terry Hobden laughs when suggested he’s a “local legend” in the Rosewood community. However, the Rosewood Bowls Club (RBC) president continues to set a fine example keeping a valuable country sports club meeting its challenges. Since...

David Lems

24 May 2023

Council

Councillors to vote on bowls club sale

IPSWICH City Council is looking at selling the former Booval Bowls Club grounds and clubhouse exclusively to Swifts for the bargain price of $1.37 million.

Brian Bennion

30 Nov 2022

Development

Bowling greens set for sale

THE sale of Swifts Sports Club is forging ahead with plans for council to sell the asset going out to public consultation from Saturday.

Brian Bennion

07 Sep 2022

Sport

Knights receive shot in arm as Pride sides honour city great

The new-look Knights opened their FQPL1 season with a promising 2-1 victory against Mitchelton at Ebbw Vale.

David Lems

23 Mar 2022