Buderim Bowls

BUDERIM SPRING BOWLS CARNIVAL SUNSHINE COAST CARAVANS SERVICE OPEN PAIRS
2026-10-08 08:30 - 17:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Buderim Bowls Club, Elizabeth Street 2, Buderim, Sunshine Coast Regional, 4556, Australia
EVENT DETAILS

$1,500 Prizemoney
Open Pairs 3 Games of 16 Ends (2 Hour Time Limit)
Entry $50.00 ($25 per Player)
Order lunch on Arrival or BYO
DRESS CODE – APPROVED BOWLS ATTIRE
Game 1 9:30am to 11:30 am – LUNCH – Game 2 12:15pm to 2:15pm Game 3 2:30pm to 4:30pm

BUDERIM SPRING BOWLS CARNIVAL - SUNSHINE COAST CARAVAN SERVICE OPEN TRIPLES
2026-10-07 08:30 - 17:00
EVENT DETAILS

$2,000 Prizemoney
Open 2 Bowl Triples – 3 Games of 16 Ends (2 Hour Time Limit)
Entry $75.00 ($25 per Player)
Order lunch on Arrival or BYO
DRESS CODE – APPROVED BOWLS ATTIRE
Game 1 9:30am to 11:30 am – LUNCH – Game 2 12:15pm to 2:15pm Game 3 2:30pm to 4:30pm

BUDERIM SPRING BOWLS CARNIVAL SUNSHINE COAST SERVICE OPEN PAIRS
2026-10-06 08:30 - 17:00

Buderim 75th Anniversary Open Singles Championship
2026-10-03 12:00 - 17:00
Nominations are NOW OPEN for the Buderim 75th Anniversary Open Singles Championship
This Event is a one (1) day Event on Saturday 3rd October 2026
The event is open to ALL financial members of Buderim Bowls Club
Entries are limited to the first 48 players to nominate and nominations will close on Saturday 26th September 2026 or before if filled. A draw will then be carried out to establish the 16 Sections.
This event commences with Round 1 as a Set Play Sectional Event and progresses to the Round of 16 and finals which are all Knockout Rounds.

Entry Fee is $25.00 per player.
This event will commence on Saturday 3rd October 2026 at 12.00pm.
Dress is the Buderim Bowls Club Uniform.

Every player to win a set will receive $10 per set won across the afternoon except for the final.
The 75th Anniversary Open Singles Champion will receive a Commemorative Medal and $350 cash + $10 per set won across the afternoon. The runner-up will receive $150 Cash + $10 per set won across the afternoon.
There will be 16 Sections of 3 Players with each player playing 2 games of 2 sets of 5 ends.

Round 1 Each Player will play 2 games of 2 sets of 5 ends
Round 1 Scoring – 10 Points per Set Won – Wins + Margins determine Top 16 Rankings – Wins override Margins.
No draws – a one end Tie-Break to decide the winner if a Draw occurs.
Game 1 – Player A plays Player B – 2 Sets of 5 ends – Player C Marks
Game 2 – Loser of Game 1 plays Player C – 2 Sets of 5 Ends – Winner of Game 1 Marks
Game 3 – Winner of Game 1 plays Player C – 2 Sets of 5 Ends – Loser of Game 1 Marks

There will be NO Dead Ends – jack to be re-spotted on the ‘T’
Note: All LOSERS will be required to MARK throughout the afternoon.
The top 16 Players from Round 1 will progress to Round of 16 – 1 set of 5 ends Knockout match.
The 8 winners from the round of 16 will progress to the quarter finals 1 set of 5 ends Knockout match
The 4 winners from the quarter finals will progress to the semi-finals 1 set of 5 ends Knockout match
The 2 winners from the semi-finals will progress to the FINAL of 1 set of 5 ends Knockout match

Buderim 75th Anniversary Patrons' Mixed Fours
2026-09-27 13:00 - 17:00
EVENT DETAILS

This a special event and a day of celebration for our clubs 75th Anniversary with our Patrons & club members.
This will be a MIXED Fours event of 16 ends commencing at 1pm on Sunday 27th September 2026.
There will be snacks etc after the game and an address by Buderim’s Club President.
DRESS CODE – APPROVED BOWLS ATTIRE

Bellflower Hibiscus Resorts supported by Buderim Players
2026-08-09 12:30 - 16:00
We welcome the Bellflower Hibiscus Resort Bowls Club to Buderim on Sunday 9th August 2026.
Please join these players for a game of Triples at 12:30pm. These games will be Club Selected.
These are fun days and welcoming players from other clubs is always rewarding. Come along and help the Bribie players experience a great day of Buderim hospitality.
If you would like to play a game of Triples (1pm) the cost is $15.00 Inc Afternoon Tea.
Entries Close 9am Sunday 9th August 2026

75th Anniversary Dinner
2026-05-23 18:00 - 22:00
Download Menu – 75th Anniversary Buffet Menu
Members and their partners are invited to join us for this special anniversary dinner as we reflect on our proud history, recognise the people who have shaped our club, and enjoy an evening of good food, great company and celebration.
Date: Saturday 23rd May 2026, 6pm start
Dress: Smart casual
$75 per ticket (not couple)
$750 per table of 10
Please RSVP by 15th May.

75th Anniversary ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
2026-03-15 09:00 - 10:30
75th Anniversary
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

When – 15th March at 9:00am

Sunshine Coast Arm Bowlers
2026-02-23 09:00 - 13:00
A social morning of Arm Bowlers Pairs with teams from across the Sunshine Coast.

Sunshine Coast Hoteliers Day
2026-01-14 11:00 - 17:30
A social day of Men’s Fours with teams from across the Sunshine Coast.

Presentation Afternoon 2025
2025-12-13 12:00 - 17:00
Please join us for the Buderim Bowls Club Presentation of Prizes for 2025.
12noon – 3pm Club Selected Open Triples and the Club Captains’ Challenge
3-4pm. Snacks and Drinks
4-5pm. Presentation of Prizes

CELEBRATING OUR VOLUNTEERS
2025-12-07 15:00 - 17:00
Celebration of our Volunteers This Sunday
Our Annual Celebration of Volunteers will be held this Sunday from 3pm to 5pm.
This event is an important opportunity for us to come together and celebrate the enormous contribution of our many volunteers. Our club’s ongoing success truly depends on your dedication and generosity and we would love the chance to say thank you in person.
Please come along this Sunday and join us for drinks and nibbles.

Skirts v Shirts
2025-11-14 13:00 - 17:00
This is an annual event, sponsored by Ian Conkie. The men take on the women in a battle of 3 bowl triples. The eventual winners take home the Lindsay Garden Trophy.
Dressing up and enjoying great company on the green is what this day is all about; however, the desire to win by both sides is extremely obvious on the day 🙂
3 Bowl Triples
2 Games of 12 ends or to the Bell, stop for afternoon tea.
Individual Team Prizes will be awarded.
Teams will be selected by Ian Conkie and his helpers and Jenny Holt and her helpers.

Melbourne Cup Day
2025-11-04 13:00 - 17:00
An invitation to all Buderim and visiting bowlers to join us for an exciting day of bowls as we celebrate Melbourne Cup Day. Known as “the race that stops the nation,” the Melbourne Cup is one of Australia’s most iconic events, and we’re bringing the excitement right to the club with a day of competition bowls and great company.
Event Details:

Date: Tuesday, 4th November 2025
Time: Play starts at 1:00 PM
Cost: $17 per person
Dress Code: Get in the spirit of the day and wear something “Racy” to add a touch of glamour and fun!

What to Expect:

Mixed Triples: Test your skills over 2 games of 12 ends.
Sweeps & Race Watching: Place your bets in our Melbourne Cup sweeps and cheer on your favourites as we watch the race together. It’s all about enjoying the thrill of the race, with a little friendly competition on the side.
Prizes and Fun: Dress to impress and embrace the spirit of the day.

How to Register:
Please register online to secure your spot. This event is open to both members and visiting bowlers.

Open Jackpot Pairs
2025-08-27 13:00 - 17:00
EVENT DETAILS
A monthly competition open to members & visitors

When: 27th August 2025
Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Dress Code: Approved Bowls Attire
Jackpot: Starts at $100 and increments by $100 per month until won.
Current Jackpot $ 900

Conditions of Play

Format: 2 games of 12 ends or until the bell rings.

Second game: Winners play winners; losers play losers.
No roll-ups

Jackpot Rules: Any team can win the jackpot! Each scorecard will have a number between 1 and 100.

After the games, a wheel is spun to determine the potential jackpot winners.

Prizes

First Prize: 2-game winner with the highest two-game margin (Margin of Game 1 plus the Margin of Game 2).
Second Prize: Highest winning margin in second having lost the first.
Third Prize: Highest winning margin in either game.
Note: No team can win more than one prize, including the jackpot.

Dead Ends: Will be replayed.
Draws: If the game results in a draw, the win goes to the team with the most winning ends. If still even, the last team to win an end is declared the winner.

Entries close at 3:00 PM on the Tuesday before the game day or once the event is fully booked.
Cancellations
If you need to cancel a booking, please call Peter Woods at 0400 229 815. As a courtesy, if cancelling on the morning of the event, please try to find a substitute team before calling.

Laima Festival
2025-08-19 13:00 - 16:30
The Laima Festival is held in memory of Laima Jancovic who passed away in 2021. Laima was a very active member until ill health left her unable to bowl. Her generous bequest to the women has resulted in the annual Laima Festival.

Buderim Winter Bowls Carnival - Sunshine Coast Caravan Service Open Pairs
2025-07-30 08:30 - 17:00, 2025-07-28 08:30 - 17:00
EVENT DETAILS

$1,500 Prizemoney
Open Pairs 3 Games of 16 Ends (2 Hour Time Limit)
Entry $40.00 ($20 per Player)
Order lunch on Arrival or BYO
DRESS CODE – APPROVED BOWLS ATTIRE
Game 1 9:30am to 11:30 am – LUNCH – Game 2 12:15pm to 2:15pm Game 3 2:30pm to 4:30pm

Buderim Winter Bowls Carnival - Sunshine Coast Caravan Service Open Triples
2025-07-29 08:30 - 17:00
EVENT DETAILS

$2,000 Prizemoney
Open 2 Bowl Triples – 3 Games of 16 Ends (2 Hour Time Limit)
Entry $60.00 ($20 per Player)
Order lunch on Arrival or BYO
DRESS CODE – APPROVED BOWLS ATTIRE
Game 1 9:30am to 11:30 am – LUNCH – Game 2 12:15pm to 2:15pm Game 3 2:30pm to 4:30pm

SCDBA Winter Carnival Open Singles
2025-07-17 08:00 - 2025-07-18 17:00
EVENT DETAILS

Qualifying Thursday July 17 @ 9.30am Start Time
Commences with Qualifying Sectional Rounds at Tewantin-Noosa & Waves Caloundra
Qualifying 4 Games X 13 Ends 3 Bowl Match Play
Win 3 Games or Better to Progress to Knockout Round. This will no longer be played at Buderim Bowls Club on Friday July 18. Further information on the location will be provided by the district.
Knockout Round 8:30am Start – 3 Bowl Matchplay – 13 Ends
Prizemoney Accumulates with Each Win
Lunch can be ordered on arrival or BYO
DRESS CODE – APPROVED BOWLS ATTIRE
SCAN QR CODE TO REGISTER OR CLICK HERE TO GO TO THE SCDBA SITE

SCDBA Winter Carnival Open Triples
2025-07-07 08:00 - 17:00
EVENT DETAILS

Open 2 Bowl Triples
4 Games of 14 Ends
Order Lunch on arrival or BYO
DRESS CODE – APPROVED BOWLS ATTIRE
SCAN QR CODE TO REGISTER OR CLICK HERE TO GO TO THE SCDBA SITE

Buderim Women's July Fiesta
2025-07-01 08:00 - 17:00
Buderim Women’s Fiesta is a highly contested annual Fours event.
Event Details:
Entries Close 24th June, 2025
Play On 1st July 2025 @ 9:00am
Order of Play: FOURS
Game 1 – 12 ends or bell, Game 2 – 12 ends or bell, Game 3 – 14 ends or bell.
All games to be played in accordance with the Laws of Sport of Bowls and the Buderim Bowls Club (Women) Conditions of Play.
All players must be an affiliated member of a bowls club.
Please contact Games Director, Jenny Holt (Mobile: 0414 375 004 or Email: jennyholt53@gmail.com) re Dietary requirements and Cancellations.
Payment Details:
Entry Fee $120 per team – includes morning tea/coffee, light lunch and snacks after the game. (Please let us know if you have special dietary requirements)
Direct Deposit. BSB 124-081 Account 23167138 Ref: Fiesta

Sunday Session at 'the Bud'
2025-06-29 13:00 - 17:00
Get ready for a fantastic Sunday Session at ‘the Bud’! We’re excited to invite the entire Buderim community, including local families and club members, for an afternoon of fun, food, and live music.
When: Sunday, June 29th, from 1 PM to 5 PM
What: Enjoy live music, exciting raffles, and plenty of fun for the whole family!
Food: Dar Nasone’s authentic wood-fired Italian pizza van will be on site, serving up delicious pizzas for purchase.
Drinks: The club bar will be open for all your beverage needs.

OPEN Self Selected 3 Bowl Pairs
2025-06-21 18:26
Saturday Open pairs will initially be trialled for 4 weeks commencing Saturday 7th June.

Format: Self-selected 3 bowl pairs: 2 games x 14 ends
Bookings are essential – capacity limited to 32 players. Visitors from other clubs are welcome.
Please register as a team.
Nominations close 6pm Friday (or when at capacity)
Dress code: mufti
Cost $17.00 per player
No dead ends. Jack placed on the tee
Winning teams determined via marble draw

Please arrive no later than 11.30am. The competition will commence promptly at midday.
If play is cancelled due to bad weather the decision will be posted on this page by 11am on the day of play.

OPEN Self Selected 3 Bowl Pairs
2025-06-07 12:00 - 16:00
Saturday Open pairs will initially be trialled for 4 weeks commencing Saturday 7th June.

Format: Self-selected 3 bowl pairs: 2 games x 14 ends
Bookings are essential – capacity limited to 28 players. Visitors from other clubs are welcome.
Please register as a team.
Nominations close 6pm Friday (or when at capacity)
Dress code: mufti
Cost $17.00 per player
No dead ends. Jack placed on the tee
Winning teams determined via marble draw

Please arrive no later than 11.30am. The competition will commence promptly at midday.
If play is cancelled due to bad weather the decision will be posted on this page by 11am on the day of play.

Buderim Men's Prestige 4's
2025-05-24 08:00 - 2025-05-25 17:00
EVENT DETAILS

A 2-day event commencing 9.00am Saturday 24th May 2025 with $6,500 in Prizemoney
5 Games of 16 ends with 2 hours 15-minute time limit
Day 1 – Game 1 – 9am to 11:15am – LUNCH – Game 2 -12pm to 2:15pm Game 3 – 2:30pm to 4:45pm
Day 2 – Game 4 – 9am to 11:15am – LUNCH – Game 5 -12pm to 2:15pm
Scoring is Wins + Margin (a team can only win one prize)
Lunch & Afternoon Tea provided.
Team Entry Cost $320 ($80 per player) with an $80 deposit required to secure entry
Deposit to BOQ BSB 124 081 Account #23167138
All team entries require a contact phone number & email address
DRESS CODE – APPROVED BOWLS ATTIRE

Buderim Autumn Medley
2025-04-23 08:00 - 17:00
A fantastic day of mixed bowls. This 5-A-Side format has proven extremely popular. To ensure a spot for your team you need to enter as early in the year as possible. We have teams from all over the Sunshine Coast and most have been regular participants for many years – it’s a great day!
Prize Money: $2500.00
Entries for this Event are Closed. 14 teams have been accepted.
Date: Wednesday 23rd April
5 players per team – 3 men & 2 women or 3 women & 2 men
Entry Fee $150 per team. No refund after closing date unless a replacement team is available.
BYO Lunch or Order Sandwiches at the Club.
Play starts at 9am
Dress: Approved bowls attire
Select your teams carefully – players must play in the position as per the Letter on the Registration Form for all events or lose points.
A – Gent or Lady B – Lady C – Gent D – Lady E – Gent
Order of Play. (Skip highlighted)
Round 1: Singles B – 18 ends Fours EDCA – 12 ends
Round 2: 2 Bowl Triples CAE – 14 ends 3 Bowl Pairs DB – 14 ends
LUNCH
Round 3: Singles E – 20 ends Fours BADC – 11 ends
Round 4: 2 Bowl Triples ABD – 14 ends 3 Bowl Pairs CE – 14 ends
Scoring: 6 points for a win + 1 point per end won
Winners – highest number of points
Dead Ends – lose end and opponent scores a point
Payment: BSB 124-081 Account 23167138
Enquiries to Women’s Games Director, Jenny Holt. 0414375004 jennyholt53@gmail.com

Captain's Challenge and Annual Presentation
2024-12-07 12:00 - 17:00

Mens November Fours
2024-11-23 08:00 - 2024-11-24 17:00
Join us for the highly anticipated November Fours event at Buderim Bowls Club! With a prize pool of $6,500, this two-day competition is set to be an exciting weekend filled with competitive play, camaraderie, and fantastic rewards.

Dates: Saturday, 23rd November & Sunday, 24th November 2024
Time: Games begin each day (schedule to be confirmed)
Entry Cost: $320 per team
Dress Code: Bowls Attire
Prizes: $6,500 in total (see breakdown below)

Event Format

Games: Five games, each of 16 ends or a time limit of 2 hours, 15 minutes
Scoring: Wins + Margin
Prize Structure:

First Prize: $2,000
Second Prize: $1,300
Third Prize: $1,000
Fourth Prize: $750
Fifth Prize: $550
Sixth Prize: $400
Seventh Prize: $300
Lucky Team Prize: $200 (entire team must be present to win)

Additional Details

Lunch Provided: Both days, included in the entry fee
Nomination Fee: $80 per team, payable with the entry form

Payment Instructions: Pay the nomination fee to Buderim Bowls Account at Bank of Queensland Buderim

BSB: 124081
Account Number: 23167138

Please include the event name and your first and last name as the booking reference.

Registration To enter the November Fours on Saturday, 23rd and Sunday, 24th November, please complete the entry form below.
For Event Enquiries:
Contact the Games Director at buderimbowlsgamesdirector@gmail.com or Cameron Whitbread at 0474 102 830.
Don’t miss out on this premier event of the season—register your team now and join us for an unforgettable weekend of bowls and fun competition!
