Heathcote Bowling Club

Heathcote Bowling Club is a friendly sports club located in the heart of Heathcote, Australia. The club features two synthetic greens, which were installed in 2010 and 2015, catering to bowlers of all levels. They have three pennant teams, including Division 2 Midweek, Division 3, and Division 7 Weekend.

The club has had great success in recent years, with topships in Division 3 Midweek and Division 4 Weekend pennant in the Bendigo Division of the Bendigo/Campaspe Region during the 2015/16 season.

For those interested in social bowls, the club hosts mixed social bowls every Wednesday. Names need to be submitted by 12:45 pm, and the games begin at 1:00 pm. All individuals, whether experienced or new to the sport, are welcome to join and have a roll.

To stay updated, members and visitors can find Heathcote Bowling Club on Facebook, where they can access news, club information, and results. The club also features a gallery on their website for members to view photos of club events and achievements.

The committee for the 2021/22 season consists of the Bowling Club President, Peter Cunningham, Senior Vice President, Glen Saunders, and Treasurer, Denis Kilner. The General Committee includes Bill Gardiner, Dinah Finn, Judy McDonald, Grant Baker, Richard Edwards, Lorraine Speirs, Eileen O’Brien, and Greg Speirs.

Heathcote Bowling Club encourages individuals to participate in social bowls despite the onset of cooler weather, as good numbers continue to turn up to enjoy a game. Winners and runners-up from each game are announced, providing recognition and a sense of community.

The club has several sponsors, including William Farmer Funeral Directors, A&S Bier Motors, Australian Pigeon Control, Bill Dent Water Deliveries, Champions IGA, Commercial Hotel, Connallys Real Estate, and Gaffneys Bakery. Each sponsor plays a valuable role in supporting the club and its activities.