Whangārei's pigeon racers were out in force on August 24 for the 430-kilometre Raetihi Championship. Photo / File
Whangārei's pigeon racers were out in force on August 24 for the 430-kilometre Raetihi Championship. Photo / File
Croquet
New season at Kensington Croquet Club
Kensington Croquet Club officially opened its season on Thursday, August 29 with its patron Jim Collier "running the hoop". The day was enjoyed by current members as well as newcomers, with several games of croquet played and a shared lunch. Club officials say the current membership is enthusiastic and excited about the coming season, and the camaraderie is wonderful to see.
The club began in 1926 and has continued to prosper all these years. Croquet is a game for all ages, genders and abilities and offers gentle exercise, competition and comradeship. Many close friendships are developed through the game of croquet.
New members are welcome and anyone interested should contact Janis on (09) 434 3124 or Margaret on (09) 437 4973. All you need are flat-soled shoes; the club has mallets you may borrow.
1st: G. Catton, D. Leader, P. Morgan - 3 wins, 19 ends, 44 points 2nd: E. Edlin, S. Renes, M. Yovich - 3 wins, 19 ends, 32 points 3rd: R. Bradley, N. Wech, M. Lornie - 2.5 wins, 17 ends, 42 points
Domestic Drawn Triples (August 29)
1st: P. Strong, S. McAdam, R. Hayman - 3 wins, 33 points 2nd: I. Howett, D. Hollings, J. Morgan - 2 wins, 29 points
Kauri Indoor Bowling Club:
Club Night (August 28)
Winners: Michael Riceman, Shirley Wark, Jan Bartleet Runners-up: Dave Ross, Alva Grant, Alamaine Pickering, Dave Cobbald
McLeod Bay Indoor Bowls Club:
Auto Recovery Services Competition Pairs (August 27)
1st: Barbara Thompson and Jack Mortimore - 2 wins, 1 draw, 10/23. 2nd: Dennis Bailey and Norma Boland - 2 wins, 1 loss, 11/17. 3rd: Graeme Richards and Jon Franklin - 2 wins, 1 loss, 10/27 TEC: Ken Rozell and Wendy Sanderson.
