Women’s Centre Triples
One of the premier events on the Bowls North Harbour calendar, the Women’s Centre Triples brings together many of the region’s top female bowlers in a competition that showcases skill, teamwork, and determination. Played in a true spirit of sportsmanship, the event provides an opportunity for experienced players and emerging talent alike to compete at a high level while representing their clubs with pride. The Women’s Centre Triples has long been a highlight of the season, producing memorable contests and celebrating the strength and depth of women’s bowls throughout North Harbour.
Dick Bree Memorial Men’s Triples
The Dick Bree Memorial Men’s Triples is a prestigious competition that honours the memory of Dick Bree, a respected figure within the North Harbour bowling community. This event attracts strong men’s triples teams from across the region, all competing for a title that carries both significance and tradition. Combining competitive intensity with camaraderie, the tournament reflects the values that Dick was known for: sportsmanship, commitment, and a passion for the game. The event continues to serve as a fitting tribute while providing players with the opportunity to test themselves against some of North Harbour’s finest bowlers.
These two events played over 2 days, 30th & 31st October 2026 proved to be an exciting weekend of competitive bowls.
The Bowls North Harbour Women’s and Men’s Centre Triples showcased some outstanding bowling this weekend, with teams from across the region competing for one of the most prestigious centre titles on the calendar.
Throughout the tournament, players demonstrated excellent skill, consistency, and teamwork as they navigated a series of challenging matches. Close contests were a feature of the event, with many games going right down to the final ends as teams battled for a place in the later rounds.
In the Women’s competition, spectators were treated to high-quality bowling, with leading combinations displaying superb draw bowling and tactical play. The finalists earned their place through a series of determined performances, highlighting the depth of talent within women’s bowls across North Harbour.
The Men’s competition was equally competitive, featuring powerful teamwork and outstanding shot-making. Strong performances throughout the qualifying rounds and knock-out stages set the scene for an exciting finish, with the eventual winners showing composure under pressure when it mattered most.
Congratulations to all players who took part in this year’s Centre Triples. Reaching the latter stages is a significant achievement, and the standard of play throughout the tournament reflected the strength of bowls within the North Harbour region. Special congratulations go to the championship-winning teams, whose consistency and teamwork saw them claim the coveted Centre Triples titles.
Bowls North Harbour also acknowledges the host club, officials, markers, umpires, volunteers, and supporters whose efforts helped ensure another successful and enjoyable championship event.
Well done to all competitors and congratulations to the 2026 Bowls North Harbour Women’s and Men’s Centre Triples champions
Women’s Centre Triples Winners: Mairangi Bay – Jodie Cottier, Elaine McClintock & Theresa Rogers
Runners Up: Takapuna – Lisa Dickson, Glenys Ryan & Trish Croot (& Hannah Dawson in section play)
Men’s Dick Bree Memorial Triples Winners: Takapuna – Ian Hardy, Graham Skellern & John Whiteford
Runners Up: Birkenhead – Chad Nathan, Peter Nathan & Evan Thomas
