Jean Ashby 2020
Jean Ashby has achieved legendary status within the wider bowls community not so much for her playing ability, but for her notable contribution both to the centre and nationally as an outstanding umpire and for her expert knowledge of the game’s playing laws. Jean started bowling in 1967 and quickly became a competent player, winning […]
Umpires of the Year
2025 Summerset Umpire of the Year – Sue Rossiter At the recent Bowls North Harbour Prizegiving, Sue Rossiter was recognised for one of the highest honours in bowls officiating when she was presented with the Summerset Umpire of the Year award 2025. Sue Rossiter is at the very top of her umpiring game. She has […]
Case Study: Bowls Orewa Covered Courts
Bowls Orewa, which is affiliated to Bowls North Harbour, opened their first covered green in 2020. This was so successful that they opened a second covered green in 2026 – the only bowling club in New Zealand with two covered greens. How did they do it, and what can other bowling clubs learn from their […]
BNH Winter Cup 2026 – Wrap-Up & Results Summary
The 2026 BNH Winter Cup has officially wrapped up following a fantastic series of competitive bowls played across the Fridays in July. Designed to keep players active and sharp throughout the mid-winter period, this year’s tournament delivered outstanding bowls, tight finishes, and great camaraderie despite the winter conditions. A huge thank you to all our host […]
2025 2026 Awards
25th Annual Awards Ceremony & Season Closing Day Sunday 28 June 2026 Confirmed as Officials 2026 – 2027: Neil Connell – President Sue Rossiter – Vice-President Mark Batley – Board Member Jan Harrison – Board Member Tony Popplewell – Board Member Sheryl Wellington – Board Member Greg Yelavich – Board Member Gold Star and Bars […]
Mt Albert Celebrates at the BNH Open 2-4-2 Pairs
The Bowls North Harbour Open 2-4-2 Any Combination Pairs wrapped up on Saturday after two weekends of high-quality winter bowls. Hosted primarily on the greens at Manly Bowling Club across June 13, 14, and 20, the tournament’s unique 2-4-2 format—where players swap between lead and skip duties within the same end—kept spectators guessing and players […]
Annual General Meeting – 28 June 2026 – Documents
These are the links to the documents for the Annual General Meeting to be held on Sunday 28 June 2026 at Browns Bay Bowling Club. Notice of Meeting AGM 28 June 2026 2026 AGM agenda AGM Report 2025 2026 Financial Position 2025 AGM minutes
2026 2027 REPRESENTATIVE TEAM LEADER APPOINTMENTS
Bowls North Harbour is pleased to confirm the appointments of the lead management personnel who will guide the representative teams for this next season. One notable change has been incorporated with both the Premier and Development squads being under the one management. This comes from the decision made at the Zone One and Two meeting […]
New Champions Crowned at the BNH 1-5 Year Champ of Champ Singles
The future of North Harbour bowls was on full display over the weekend of 6 and 7 June 2026, as the region’s finest emerging talents converged for the BNH 1-5 Year Champ of Champ Singles. Featuring a stellar field of club champions, the tournament delivered high-stakes drama, immense skill, and a fantastic showcase of consistency […]
Thrilling Finish Highlights Champ of Champ Mixed 2-4-2 Pairs Championship
The Bowls North Harbour playing calendar moved into high-stakes territory as the region’s premier club champions converged for the Champion of Champion Mixed 2-4-2 Pairs. The highly anticipated event culminated in an action-packed weekend of high-caliber bowls that kept spectators on the edge of their seats. Day 1 kicked off under testing conditions at Waimauku, […]