Local bowlers played on the state’s oldest greens

By Contributed

Mar 31, 2025

Local bowlers competed at the Parliament of Victoria thanks to an initiative organised conjointly with State Member for Euroa Annabelle Cleeland (bottom right.) Photo by Contributed

A group of 33 players from 12 bowling clubs across the Euroa electorate competed in the second annual Euroa Electorate Bowls Competition on the state’s oldest greens.

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Teams from Avenel, Seymour, Seymour VRI, Benalla, Violet Town, Murchison, Rushworth, Nagambie, Swanpool, Heathcote, Kilmore, and Euroa participated in two games of eight ends at the Parliament of Victoria.

State Member for Euroa, Annabelle Cleeland, who organised the event with Heathcote’s Peter Cunningham, said the tournament was a success.

"I want to thank all the bowlers who participated," Ms Cleeland said.

"This tournament was a fun opportunity for camaraderie and friendly competition, with clubs joining together from all throughout the region.

“It was important to me to welcome as many people as possible to the Parliament of Victoria to experience the wonder of such a historic place and to understand the impact that decisions made here have on our community.

“I look forward to continuing to share the joy of bowls and fostering connections within the bowls' community as we prepare for another exciting event next year.”

The day included a tour of Parliament House, meetings with state MPs, and lunch on the Parliament's terrace.

The Euroa Bowls Club team of Jamie Greasley, Shane Drysdale, and Charmaine Reid claimed victory, while Margaret Locke, Alison Ridley, and Jenny Kreemers from Seymour Bowling Club finished as runners-up.

The competition is scheduled to make a return in 2026.