Warracknabeal Golf Bowls Club

Warracknabeal Golf Bowls Club, located in Yarriambiack Shire, is a vibrant sports club that offers a range of golf and bowls activities for members and visitors alike. With a rich history and a welcoming atmosphere, the club prides itself on providing a fun and inclusive environment for players of all ages and skill levels.

The club offers a variety of events and competitions throughout the year, catering to both men and women. Tuesday and Wednesday mornings are dedicated to geriatrics, where players can enjoy a leisurely 9-hole game starting at 9 am. The women's competition takes place on the first Wednesday of each month, alternating between V's Par and Stableford formats. The club also organises sponsorships for these events, with November being sponsored by Karen Germano and Janice Midgley, December by Wendy Hewitt and Caroline Morcom, and January '24 by Warracknabeal Golf Club.

For the men, there is a “Meal Run” competition held on Thursdays, sponsored by the Palace Hotel. This event features a Stableford format on both the front and back 9 holes. Saturday is dedicated to the men's competition, with various formats including 4BBB V Par, Posties 4BBB Knockout Qualifier, and Stableford, sponsored by different individuals and businesses each week.

The club extends its gratitude to the sponsors who have supported them in raising funds for their Irrigation Project, including individuals such as Peter Barling, Shane Clarke, and Ron Zanker, as well as businesses like Shaw's Building Supplies and Krahe's Pest Control.

Membership options are available for those interested in joining the club. An ordinary membership costs $500, while country outer radius members over 40 km pay $355, and those over 100 km pay $160. Seniors can avail themselves of a discounted membership fee of $400, and full-time students can join for $65. The club also offers a summer membership for $150 and various other options such as bulk green fees, social membership, and bowls membership.

New members can enjoy a 20% discount on their full membership.

The club is operated by a dedicated committee, with David Baxter serving as the President, Bernie Naylor as the Vice President, and Julianne Phelan as the Treasurer. Other committee members oversee different aspects of the club, including bowls, catering, and grounds management.

In terms of results, the club regularly updates its tournament results on their website and newsletters. Women's competitions see winners and runners-up in formats such as Stableford, with sponsors Karen Germano and Janice Midgley, and the “Meal Run” event on Thursday features winners in different categories such as 18-hole, front 9, and back 9.

Overall, Warracknabeal Golf Bowls Club is a community-focused sports club that offers a range of activities for golf and bowls enthusiasts. With its friendly atmosphere, regular competitions, and dedicated committee, it provides a fantastic opportunity for individuals to enjoy these sports and connect with fellow players in the Yarriambiack Shire.