It was a perfect night in Melbourne last Friday 16th for the inaugural ASGA Victorian Bowls Event, held at the Melbourne Bowling Club in Windsor.
Some of the merry bowlers at ASGA Vic bowls night - gallery to follow
More than 30 industry identities came along to try their hand at barefoot bowls while catching up with industry friends and colleagues over drinks and food at the iconic venue, which is Melbourne’s oldest bowling club.
While the style and skill of some players left room for improvement, the networking was first-class, with attendees relishing the chance to relax after a busy week in the Melbourne sunshine. 
“This is an idea we have had for some time and have successfully piloted in South Australia, and it’s great to be finally rolling the program out nationally this year,” says Mick Harrold, ASGA President.
“While our golf days are always popular events, we know that not everyone is partial to a round of golf, nor can everyone spare a day away from work to participate. These bowls events are designed to be a more informal way to network with colleagues after work on a Friday night, with a fun round of social bowls thrown in for entertainment.
“It was fantastic to see so many people come along for this first event in Melbourne, and to have them stay on for so long to enjoy the game and the atmosphere,” he says.
Next roll-call is Brisbane
The next Social Bowls event for ASGA will be in Brisbane at the BOO from 5pm on Friday 23rd February. Those wishing to attend should contact Michael Punch by email at Michael_punch@signs.org.au to submit attendee names, or go to signs.org.au and check under ‘Events & News / Current Events’ to find out more and register online.
