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2024
29th September - Couple of moves involving South Perth, a definite is Peter Holmes has shifted and will now be playing at Kardinya and also rumoured at this stage is that Rob Bowron will line up for South Perth this year as well. South Perth seem to be putting together some sort of squad to get that elusive flag
20th September - The departures from Joondalup continues as it was confirmed at Mt Lawley that Jimmy Buchanan will be lining up for the Cambridge Knights this season. He is a very solid swingman bowler who can competently play in any position and his arrival would make Cambridge early favs for the pennant you would think. Where to Joondalup? I suspect Blue would be first but then if they want to remain a 1st division club something needs to happen otherwise it might find itself in 2nd division very quickly.
Jimmy Buchanan:
PL Skipper: 3 games, 0 wins (00.00%), 3 losses, 0 draws, -17 shots
17th September - I'm not sure but I think this move has been on the cards for a while so it won't surprise me if true. Gary Caffell looks like he has made the move back to the country and has joined Mandurah, which is where I think he lives. He has been a great servant of the Osborne Park club, I don't have records of PL titles but I think it would be close to 4 or 5, his record below speaks for itself as an individual bowler. His experience will be missed at the saints as they transition to the next group of people to bring the club continued success.
Gary Caffell:
State Games: 109 (debut 1997)
O/60 State Games: 36
State titles:
Singles r/up 2005, 2016
Pairs 2011/12
Fours 2008/09
PL Skipper: 234 games (9th most), 135 wins (57.69%), 87 losses, 12 draws, +542 shots
3rd September - This one came across my desk today and admittedly I was surprised by it and so am trying to verify but rumour only at this stage is the departure of Sean Mawdsley from Osborne Park to Safety Bay. I know Sean lives down that way so will be more convenient from that perspective and a massive pick up for Safety Bay as they try to hang in the PL. Last time around in the PL they took 9 games to get going but when they did they were more than competitive at this level and someone of the calibre of Mawdsley will help them get points early in the season. Huge blow for Osborne Park if true.
16th August 2024 - Highly admired leader Steve West has departed South Perth and will play for Cockburn in the upcoming season. A bowler at Kardinya for many years sought a change at South Perth anbd didn't really work out and so has moved to the club closest to home. Cockburns gain is South Perths loss as West will provide plenty of front end steel for Cockburn who have played the last 3 finals in White.
6th August - Armadale have recruited heavily and got some old sons back to the club as they chase a promotion to 1st division. Firstly Brad Aram has made his way across from Byfrod to press his claims. Second, Doddy Innes is an experienced bowler who has crossed I think from Gosnells. Thirdly, Brian Davis has returned after a few seasons at Swan. A real up and comer who was runner up in the state triples a couple of seasons ago and one to keep ypour eye on. But the big signing is Daniel Brown who is back bowling after a season off. Expect him to dominate 2nd division such is his quality that he usually dominates Premier League. With Stewart Gosstray already there, it is a skipper parade worthy of a Premier League team.
Daniel Brown:
State Games: 51 (debut 2004)
State titles:
Pairs 2015/16, 2012/13, 2009/10
Triples 2018/19, 2012/13, 2010/11
Fours 2017/18, 2014/15
PL Skipper: 247 games (5th most), 141 wins (57.09%), 94 losses, 12 draws, +767 shots (2nd best)
27th July 2024 - It sounds like Kalamunda have picked up a couple of handy recruits in the off season. Simon Maddy is moving to a club closer to his new home from Rossmoyne, Mark Potente is moving back to Kalamudna after a year at Manning and Frank Carbone has switched from Gosnells and now plays up the hill. These inclusions coupled with no losses will certainly help improve from the third place last year to hopefully top spot and automatic promotion
Frank Carbone
PL Skipper - 25 games, 6 wins (24.00%), 19 losses, -172 shots
25th July 2024 - Wes Neilson joining father Wayne at Bassendean to help offset the losses to date. Wes has been a solid bowler for a long time but this year was a bit of a breakout year as PL skipper and look for him to be playing in that role this season.
Wes Neilson
PL Skipper - 15 games, 4 wins (26.67%), 10 losses, 1 draw, -71 shots
25th July 2024 - Wade Clatworthy another who has departed the Joondalup club and has joined Sorrento. I don't know much about Wade, he is a front end player and I'm sure he will be fit in nicely with Sorrento.
21st July 2024 - Another player has left Joondalup as the exodus continues as Simon Deering departs and joins Sorrento. Only joining Joondalup 2 years ago but with the demotion from Premier League, fractures have appeared at the club and Deering joins a growing list of people to leave. Joondalups loss is Sorrento's gain!
21st July 2024 - In a somewhat surprising move, Sorrento have also confirmed the move of Phil Potts from Cambridge to Sorrento. One of the states most solid leaders over many years, maybe he saw the writing on the wall with the recent inclusions and he has taken the opportunity to join a club where he will be guaranteed a game in the top side. I think it is also closer to home which may have also been a contributing factor.
Phil Potts
State Triples - 2007/08
21st July 2024 - As mentioned, many names leaving Joondalup and these names have been bandied about. Sean Niven looks be joining North Beach. Shane Rixom is not bowling at all. Cameron Bell moving back to Doubleview. Wes Neilson we are unsure, but seems to be 5 clubs including Joondalup to have his services next year.
17th July 2024 - Are we seeing another departure from Joondalup? Chris Leggett I'm hearing will be joining Sorrento in the upcoming season and will be a handy acquisition. Chris has shown he can play in all positions competently and will be a welcome addition to the Sorrento team
Chris Leggett
PL Skipper - 12 games, 6 wins (50%), 5 losses, 1 draw, +12 shots
16th July 2024 - The feeder club for Cambridge has yielded another player, Joe McGinlay has crossed from North Beach and will line up for the Knights this season. McGinlay has the ability to strengthen any position and his signing will certainly shorten the odds on the flag.
Joe McGinlay
PL Skipper - 56 games, 22 wins (39.29%), 31 losses, 3 draws, -96 shots
15th June 2024 - It sounds like Troy Kinnane and Tom Antonio will be returning home to South Perth next season, the move to Bassendean didn't work out and they will head back to the Millers. Bad news for Bassendean is good news for South Perth as they chase that elusive flag.
Troy Kinnane
PL Skipper - 11 games, 3 wins (27.27%), 8 losses, -36 shots
3rd June 2024 - Many rumours swirling about with Cam Green playing for Goomalling next season but he will be staying at Mt Lawley and convinced good mate Chris Schell to join him, crossing from Osborne Park.
21st April 2024 - This could be the first of many transfers where ladies are moving to a club to play open gender Premier League on a Saturday. Deb Saunders, a current state squad representative will be lining up for Cambridge next season, she posted on her Facebook page as a likely front end player. Female bowlers certainly have a place in the open gender competition, as we all know a truly unique sport where men and women can compete equally, but initially I think any who play next season and play Premier League may find themselves front end. Saunders is a good player and will fit right in at Cambridge, how many of our other top ladies will choose to play Saturdays and potentially Premier League?
20th April 2024 - Perhaps offsetting some of the gains at Mt Lawley is the potential departure of Cam Green. This is certainly a rumour at this stage and with his recent inclusion into the state squad this may in fact not happen, but Green is contemplating a move to the Goomalling club next season. Joining him might be Kristian Carr and Chris Schell who both played at Osborne Park this season, but both came down from Goomalling. Good for Goomalling but bad for both those PL sides if true.
Cam Green
PL Skipper - 5 games, 3 wins (60.00%), 2 losses, -10 shots
18th April 2024 - In a move that come out of left field to me, Shane Knott has left Manning and will be playing for Mt Lawley this next season. It's another huge signing for Mt Lawley as they push for finals action next season. It gives them 3 bonafide skippers abd will make them very strong, almost early favs. It's also huge for Manning, is this the end for the powerhouse Eagles? They have enormous depth and this will be tested next season.
Shane Knott
State Cap no 165 - 54 games
State Pairs - 2016/17
State Triples - 2009/10
State Fours - 2007/08
PL Skipper - 157 games, 92 wins (58.60%), 57 losses, 8 draws, +295 shots
18th April 2024 - The other departure from Manning is on the ladies side, Saffronne Alden is joining brother Simon, father Ted and partner Ruairi at Bassendean for the upcoming season. Moving to a club closer to home means less travel was the overriding factor. A multiple premiership player it will be interesting where she fits in playing Saturday open gender pennants next year. I did hear a numerous amount of Tuesday ladies won't be lining up next year for various reasons, are some moving to Saturday open gender as well? Time will tell.
13th April 2024 - Ben Leggett has made the move to stay in the premier league and will be playing for Mt Lawley next season. A great signing for the Mounters who just finished out of the finals after spending most of the year in the 4 and Leggett will certainly help them move up that one spot for finals action.
At Joondalup it's a big loss, Leggett has been the face of the rise of the club from 2nd Division to Premier League and he has rejected many clubs courting him over the years. He is a player on the rise, became a state winner this year after a glittering junior career and the time was right for him to change clubs and remain in the top flight. Who else will be leaving Joondalup? It's common when a club gets demoted from Premier League that rumours start about potential moves. We wait with interest.
Ben Leggett
State Fours - 2023
PL Skipper - 16 games, 9 wins (56.25%), 7 losses, 0 draws, +16 shots
8th April 2024 - Straight from the horses mouth -
Mosman Park are pleased to announce the signing of Peter Retallack, a former player of Pinjarra/ North Beach. Peter will be a valuable addition to our backend. After surprising bowls experts by not only holding our 1 White status but making the finals, we are pleased to announce that Mitchell Cranswick, 0452216082, has signed on to continue to be our 1 division coordinator and recruiter. We are also pleased that an artificial green will replace B green in June ready for next season.
A good signing, Retallack playing at North Beach for a few seasons so has Premier League experience and will be a good addition to the Mossies that did take some hits from last year but stabilised well and will be looking to push back into the top flight.
2023
18th December 2023 - Davies has made the transfer back to Bassendean after moving house to a place closer to the Lions. He will provide more options for the Lions as they attempt to get their season back on track
27th April 2021 - Joondalup have gained the services of Stein Davies after 3 years at Bassendean. Davies is a very accomplished and seasoned player who will add some depth to the new kids in White next year. Travel was the main issue and leaves Bassendean with the clubs well wishes. Stein Davies
PL Skipper: 242 games (3rd most since 2005), 116 wins (47.93%), 109 losses, 17 draws, -40 shots
18th December 2023 - A late transfer to Scarborough for Chris will see him back to a club he played at for many years in the 80's & 90's. The move back to Sorrento didn't quite work out after a season at Mt Lawley.
12th July 2023 - After 1 season at Mt Lawley Chris Lander has returned to Sorrento for the upcoming season. It's a big loss for the Mounters as they face pressure to hold on to their spot in the Premier League but fantastic news for Sorrento who fell just short of a finals appearance last season.
Chris Lander
State Cap - 117 (12 games)
State O/60's singles - 2021
PL Skipper - 147 games, 72 wins (48.98%), 67 losses, 8 draws, -17 shots
5th December 2023 - Looks like Shane Loftus is on the move again, now to Mt LAwley where he will team up with his State Triples and Fours teammate Daniel Trewhella at Mt Lawley. The Mounters are flying so where will he fit in? I'm thinking 3 to DT but it will displace some. More absences this week so not sure how the final team will look when everyone is available again.
5th September 2023 - This has been around for a while but we can now confirm that shane Loftus is moving back to Sorrento after a couple of seasons at Osborne Park. A very good player so he will weaken The Saints and strengthen The Swans. As a former player he should fit right in and may even get a skippers gig there.
Shane Loftus:
State Titles:
Triples: 2018-19
Fours: 2017-18
PL Skipper: 37 games, 13 wins (35.14%), 22 losses, 2 draws, -14 shots
24th October 2023 - The latest transfer in 1st division is Mike Bessant is crossing back to Bassendean where he lives 5 mins from the club and was a member a couple of seasons ago. He joined Mt Lawley to play with sons Corey and Jeff which sounds like it was fantastic for Mike but has gone back to be closer to home.
16th October 2023 - It was only 2 weeks ago that we heard that Marsland was staying at Mosman Park but word is growing that the transfer might be happening to the other park, Osborne Park. His ability will be greatly appreciated at a club that lost quality bowlers Packer and Loftus amongst others, so if true his move might bring the Saints back into finals equations.
11th October 2023 - Matthew Ngui, a member at Fremantle and also Singapore representative is changing clubs to Kardinya to test himself at a hgigher level. It will be interesting to see where Ngui fits in at the Kats, my guess front end until he finds his feet and will push for back end exposure.
1st October 2023 - We've known for a while that Andy Elmer was leaving Sorrento but wasn't sure where he was heading. We found out this weekend when he signed for Mt Lawley for the season ahead. Another player who can play in any position he will offer some consistent bowls probably as 2nd or 3rd. Mt Lawley are building a good squad and will be a smokey to play finals this season Andy Elmer
State Titles:
Triples - 2013-14
PL Skipper: 2 games, 1 wins (50.00%), 1 losses, 0 draws, -2 shots
29th September 2023 - As I don't do Facebook any more, it has brought to my attention that Matthew Ellul was returning to Mosman Park. I can confirm this is an old Facebook posting from 2016 and it won't be happening. While Mosman Park would love to have some backend players to offset the off season departures, Ellul won't be it.
17th September 2023 - Darren Rowland has become a member at Mt Lawley and will be playing for the Mounters this season. A very solid player so he will complement the young team nicely. Devastating for Osborne Park as the departures mount up. We had heard some of the old timers were stepping back to let the young brigade shine but they might still be required for the season ahead.
12th September 2023 - Not sure about this one but a couple of people have mentioned that Wayne Heldt might be joining South Perth this season from Manning. You'd think with the departures there will be some holes to fill internally but also externally and Heldt may find himself in the top side if this move is true.
12th September 2023 - Word is very strong that Tony Krajancic is moving again, this time back to his old haunt at Cockburn, although different venue from when he was there last. Maybe his itchy feet will plant themselves for a few seasons as Cockburn haven't been far away in White and his addition will make them play finals you'd think again and grab a spot in the big dance again.
Tony Krajancic
State Cap 108 (26 games)
State Titles:
Fours - 1992
CoC singles - 2000 (r/up 1992)
PL Skipper: 147 games, 76 wins (51.70%), 61 losses, 10 draws, +449 shots
5th September 2023 - The big news surrounds the playing future of one of our brightest young stars, Callum Alberti. Looks like him and Dad Tyrone have made the move to a grass surfaced club and will be playing for Osborne Park this season. Playing on grass will round out his game nicely. While Callum is the name move, don't discount the ability of Tyrone is a very good player and you'd think will also be a feature in the Saints PL team.
Some other ins for Osborne Park who I don't know overly well is Steve Cutler who has moved here from NSW, Ty Vander Togt from Wanneroo, Colin Jasper from Sorrento and Chris Schell from Goomalling, coupled with Tristan Massang who made the move a few months ago. Also hearing that some of the senior players from their PL team have put their hand up to play in Blue. Despite losing Cody Packer and Shane Loftus, the ins should certainly make their 2nd 16 very strong and a rebuilding phase for their top 16.
23rd August 2023 - Mark Potente has made the move from Kalamunda and will line up at Manning this season. Only a relative newcomer to the game he made a name for himself when defeating Clive Adams in the state singles last year. Was also selected in the B owls Blitz this year. Could be a name to watch on the rise.
23rd August 2023 - Sounds like former player Peter Holmes might be heading back to South Perth after a season or two with Fremantle. With the couple of holes forming at the Millers he might find himself back in the PL team where he played some games before.
20th August 2023 - Have heard from a reliable source that Sam Perica might be on the move from Mosman Park to Manning for the seasdon ahead. To me this seems a strange move as I can't see Perica making the premiership team of the past 2 seasons in the PL and he would be skippering at Mossies for sure. Still, he is a good player and would provide some good back up to the Eagles should they need his services during the year.
Sam Perica:
State Titles:
PL Skipper: 92 games, 30 wins (32.61%), 58 losses, 4 draws, -234 shots
22nd August 2023 - UPDATE Erron has confirmed the move, he was living in the country last season bvut has moved back to the big smoke and back playing with the club he played 3 seasons with about 12 years ago.
20th August 2023 - The other move that I think is closer to fact than fasle is Erron Martin could be a Doggie again. Yup, Yokine is on the move with some good sigings in the off season so his experience will come in handy for the club on the re-build. I'm pretty sure he has been at Yokine previously so should fit in quite quickly.
Erron Martin:
State Titles:
PL Skipper: 54 games, 23 wins (42.59%), 60 losses, 3 draws, -83 shots
14th August 2023 - Scott Edmonds is back playing bowls and has bobbed up at Yokine, a place he has played at before. Edmonds works FIFO work so it is not an 18 game gig but his availability when at home will give the team and the club some depth.
Scott Edmonds:
State Titles:
State Cap 163 - 23 games
Singles: 2009 (r/up)
Pairs: 2008/09
Fours: 2002/03
PL Skipper: 120 games, 62 wins (51.67%), 52 losses, 6 draw, +117 shots
11th August 2023 - I spied a team in the BPL Cup, a team from Joondalup containing some names that played at another club last year, Simon Deering and Cam Bell. Both fringe players at the powerful Doubleview but they have seen an opportunity at the newly promoted Joondalup and they are likely to be guaranteed starters there. It feels like it's a been a quiet off season for Joondalup but sometimes you never know who has actually moved until Round 1, but these 2 are solid players and will fit in nicely at the Dolphins.
8th August 2023 - In one of the biggest moves of the year, Cody Packer has left Osborne Park and moved to Manning. I'm sure it is a move that took a huge decision but you can see why with wife Hailey playing there and with the move in the coming year or two which will see Saturday pennants as open gender, the chance to play with your partner is a big consideration. Especially with a family, being at the same club with a dedicated child care facility made the decision that little bit easier. Packer has dedicated so much of his time and energy to Osborne Park and i'm sure he left with sadness but for the Saints, crisis creates opportunity and this creates an opportunity for some young guns like Jack East to grab a rink and make it his own.
Cody Packer:
Australian Titles:
Pairs: 2020/21
State Titles:
State Cap 167 - 75 games
Singles: 2023
Pairs: 2019-20
PL Skipper: 108 games, 73 wins (67.59%), 32 losses, 3 draw, +630 shots
8th August 2023 - Armadale Bowling Club is on the rebuild with new management in place. They are looking to start a new club culture and restore the club to higher grades over the next few years. The ambition is to become the destination club of the South..... they are calling on all past players to reunite and make a push up the ladder. With vast talent living very close to the club it has begun..... Eddie Holt returning from Swan, Dean Black returning from Gosnells and picking up Stewart Gosstray and Belinda Lehman from Doubleview the club is already heading in the right direction
Stewart Gosstray:
PL Skipper: 32 games, 17 wins (53.13%), 13 losses, 2 draw, -10 shots
1st August 2023 - Bassendean are rapt to welcome Alan Southern to their team for the season ahead. Mainly a Swan stalwart he has played PL at Kalamunda and also the previous 2 seasons at Mosman Park. Living near Midland it made sense to join a club close to home and it was either back to Swan or join the newly promoted Lions. He can play in all positions but you'd think a back end position is what he will have his eyes on. Alan Southern:
PL Skipper: 17 games, 8 wins (47.06%), 8 losses, 1 draw, -17 shots
1st August 2023 - Mt Lawley keep building their players and Beau McGrechan has joined their ranks this week. McGrechan comes from Kardinya where he played for 1 season after crossing from Yokine. A newish player to the sport he has bowled in the PBA now for a few years and will be handy front end player for the Mounter this season
23rd July 2023 - Exciting news for Bassendean as they have enticed South Perth pair Troy Kinnane and Tom Antonio to join the club this season. They are key signings for the newly promoted Lions as they look to establish themselves in the Premier League. Another loss for South Perth ands hearing there might be more in the coming months.
Tom Antonio:
PL Skipper: 2 games, 2 wins (100.00%), +8 shots
19th July 2023 - Rockingham might be losing some of it's brightest young stars if rumours swirling around Marcus Simpson are true. After tasting some Premier League bowls at Bassendean he went back to Rockingham and now might be the right time for him to taste the top flight again. But which club? Doubleivew looked to be his destination a couple of years ago but that fell through, maybe Manning being up the road might be in play. But a new suitor is growing legs by the day - Mt Lawley is pushing itself as a destination club and this might be where Simpson and fellow Rockingham young player Stu Currie might be headed.
16th July 2023 - More news from Mt Lawley, the massive signing of Daniel Trewhella, one of the more decorated bowlers playing our game at the moment. He has been appointed as their high performance coach and mentor for their PL team. His inclusion to that team pushes them from the brink of demotion to the brink of finals you would think. His Premier League record is outstanding, he averages over 10 wins a season at a 64% win rate.
With clubs out of the 4 such as Mt Lawley and Cambridge improving their ranks, and Manning and South Perth becoming weaker, we might see a very even season ahead.
Daniel Trewhella:
State Titles:
State Cap 149 - 78 games
Singles: 2018-19 (RU), 2005-06 (RU)
Pairs: 2015-16, 2012-13, 2009-10
Triples: 2020-21, 2018-19, 2010-11
Fours: 2019-20, 2017-18, 2014-15
PL Skipper: 213 games, 137 wins (64.32%), 70 losses, 6 draws, +1030 shots
15th July 2023 - Helping to offset the loss of Chris Lander sees Phil Jones from York join the Mounters for the season ahead. Jones is a distinguished country bowler over many seasons and of course winning the State Pairs in 2018/19 with good friend Haydn Smith, he will give the club which only just hung to the PL and chance to strengthen that middle tier. He gives great flexibility and would be able to play in any position.
Phil Jones
State Pairs - 2018/19
We had heard that some departures seemed imminent from Warnbro but the club has confirmed that Barry Kalinowsky will be staying for the season ahead. As well as that they Aaron Henneker who moved locally and so transfers from Quinns Rocks. It seems some angst tpowards the end of last season at safety has seen some players transfer across to Warnbro as well, Terry Ball, John Radford, Bill Taylor and Mick Jaworski. I'm pretty sure all tasted some Premier League bowls 2 seasons ago so their arrival at Warnbro will provide some much needed depth as they seek to jump straight back into White.
What a coup for Victoria Park Carlisle as they have enticed Ben Twist to play 2 games for them as a marquee player in Rounds 2 & 3, the double header weekend. He will also do some coaching and other activities, huge for the club and great for Perth Bowls in general. Obviously a bit of money involved to get him here but it paves the way for other clubs to do something similar if they have the imagination and gumption to ask. Can't wait to see how he goes and the lucky teams he will play against.
More information about the coaching clinic or interest in attending can be emailed to info@vicparkbowls.com.au
I'm pretty sure this guy is on the move but we don't definitively know where yet. Rumours very strong that he will be joining Osborne Park where fellow Mossie Tristan Massang has ended up. Marsland would be a huge coup for the Saints as they look to bring in younger players while still maintaining their high standards. Dale Marsland
State Titles:
Pairs: 2021/22
Triples: 2017/18
Fours: 2021/22
PL Skipper: 51 games, 29 wins (56.86%), 22 losses, 0 draws, +39 shots
North Beach have been decimated with 2 definite and 1 rumoured moves. Brad Gillingham is the definite, not Mt Lawley, not Joondalup, not Osborne Park but he is a Knight for the season ahead. Cambridge is a good move for him as he seeks to improve his game and push into the state squad with possible state side aspirations
Brad Gillingham
PL skipper: 43 games, 22 wins (51.16%), 19 losses, 2 draws, +43 shots

Michael Sweeney known as Moose who transferred here to Perth a couple of seasons ago looks to also be playing at Cambridge. Both will be adding depth to the middle section of the rinks and they look to be putting together a very strong side for the 2024 season
Michael Sweeney
PL skipper: 31 games, 13 wins (41.94%), 17 losses, 1 draw, +31 shots
Triples (Tas) - 2017/18, 2016/17
Also leaving North Beach might be Paul Walker, was the bar manager at north Beach and now at Scarborough but looks like he will be bowling at Doubleview next season. The sort of player who can be effective in any position and he will give them some flexibility with selection as they look to go back on top of the Premier League again Paul Walker
PL skipper: 46 games, 11 wins (23.91%), 31 losses, 4 draws, -147 shots
Massive news for Victoria Park Carlisle as they have convinced Lee Such to play with them for the coming season. After winning the PL flag in 2013/14 and being a mainstay in the comp for years prior, it has been a fall from grace for The Reds, not sure if they got back to 2nd Div or not but they certainly played in Blue South last year where they finished 4th and Such coupled with the arrival of Graeme Wishart last season puts them as early favs for the Blue South flag in 2024 Lee Such
PL skipper: 39 games, 17 wins (43.59%), 20 losses, 2 draws, -5 shots
State Fours (NSW): 2006
State Triples: 2021-22, 2022-23
The itchy feet of Willie Tan continue with him bobbing up at Safety Bay next season. Tan is a real journeyman in the bowlks world, I think he has been at Safety Bay before so should slot in fairly easily. Her will add more depth to a team that played finals in White and looking to get back into the Premier League
This rumour is very strong but unconfirmed at this stage. Barry Kalinowsky looks like moving back to the country area of Mandurah and will likely join a club down there. Kalinowsky has been a vital player for the Wizards winning back to back club champion awards and he will be a big loss. Back in Blue South now the Wizards will be entering a rebuild phase as they look for a changing of the guard back to the Premier League where they were sitting only 3 years ago.
Tristan Massang is another that looks like leaving Mosman Park. recently moving to a northern suburb I have been wondering where he might end up if he changes at all. Rumour has it Osborne Park might be front runners for his services.
My man is also suggesting Blake Nairn is being hunted by Joondalup. I'm sure Nairn is being courted by a number of clubs but I'd be surprised to see him playing in a shirt that isn't a Cambridge one next season.
Lastly, he has suggested an big name ex-AFL player has joined a club. Very vague but something to keep an eye on there
These are rumours only, most I have heard and others are my own musings Chris Lander - is he making a move from Mt Lawley to Joondalup? I can't see it having been at the Mounters for only this season, but Joondalup is closer to home
Glenn Pauling/Scott Walker - long time South Perth bowlers may be looking for a fresh challenge. Maybe Mt Lawley, they could certainly do with a couple quality back end players
Dale Marsland - Mosman Park just failed to gain that promotion back to Premier League, will we see a change in clubs to get that PL bowling, I'm thinking he may re-join Manning or maybe even Cambridge to play with State Pairs partner Blake Nairn
Tyrone/Callum Alberti - contacts say they are on the move, could a switch to Osborne Park which has become a bit of a destination club for promising juniors be on the cards?
Alan/Trevor Southern - 2 years at Mosman and they may be thinking somewhere closer to home, potentially Kalamunda or Bassendean might be on the cards
Brad Gillingham - been hearing this for a while that Brad might be on the move to a club that is close to home. He's given North Beach good service, is this the opportunity to take the next step in his career?
Justin Opie - rumours are strong he is considering a return to Bassendean (let's put this one to bed straight away, Opie keen to stay at sth Perth and get that elusive flag)
Cambridge have sent to me some great news for them - the return of Pieter Harris and Blake Nairn, and also accomplished country bowler Andrew Drayton. Many metro players may not know of Drayton but he represented the country in the City v Country games for many years and is a fixture as a skipper in his zone. Blake Nairns return to Perth was always likely to see a return to Cambridge, and Pieter Harris is a real coup after not playing for a few seasons, one suspects he may be used in a mentor role similar to Gary Caffell at Osborne Park for Drayton and son Cameron Harris Pieter Harris
PL skipper: 221 games, 127 wins (57.47%), 87 losses, 7 draws, +461 shots
State Singles: r/up 2011
State Pairs: 2007, 2002
State Triples: 2007-08
State Cap 122, 216 games
Blake Nairn
PL skipper: 101 games, 61 wins (60.40%), 37 losses, 3 draws, +297 shots
State Singles: 2021, 2017
State Pairs: 2021/22, 2014/15
State Fours: 2021/22
State Cap ???, 7 games
2023
29th December - It sounds like Dinko Golem is heading back to Fremantle on the back of good friend Tony Krajancic returning and he will provide a boost for the Mariners who sit 5th in Blue South and the two of them may be enough to get them into finals contrention and potentially a promotion.
Dinko Golem
PL skipper: 116 games, 53 wins (O45.69%), 60 losses, 3 draws, -54 shots
State Pairs: 2001
29th December - Hugh McKay and Eddit Holt have left Armadale and joined Swan for the remainder of the year. Armadale currently in bottom spot in 2nd div Red and the departure of 2 of their skippers mid season paints a grim picture for future of Armadale. Thats 7 players gone from last year and I reckon about 15 over the past 3 years. It's hard to see them being a presence in Div 1 for a long time. For Swan it's good news as there has been a player drain at that club but these 2 players will bring some much needed experience and back end play to help them hold 1 Blue North.
20th December - Some may have noticed the absence of Tony Krajancic at Leeming as he left the club about a month ago, it appears as if he will finish the 2nd half of the season back at Fremantle, where he played in 2020.
20th September It appears that another has departed Kardinya on the eve of the season, this departure we have known for a little while but not where he was going. Can now confirm that Tony Krajancic will be lining up with the Leeming Lions. What is unknown if great friend Dinko Golem will be joining him so we wait and see there but a huge signing for Leeming as they have been close in recent years to promoting out of Blue. 3 clubs in 3 years though, let's hope Krajancic has found his club and settles down
Tony Krajancic
State Cap 108 (26 games)
State Titles:
Fours - 1992
CoC singles - 2000 (r/up 1992)
PL Skipper: 147 games, 76 wins (51.70%), 61 losses, 10 draws, +449 shots
20th December - Another to join Fremantle is another former player, Peter Wachmer. Not sure of the reasons behind the change back. One can only assume it has been a lack of opportunity which has brought about the move back to the Mariners.
20th December - Our final move was a huge surprise to me but it has come about with the purchase of a new house north of the river to be closer to family. So Grant Nicol finds himself back at Osborne Park. From the outside the Saints look like they are giving young players a go so it may surprise to see The General in the top side, but he would be a worthy skipper for their seconds team in Blue North as he has proved he can match it with the best in this position.
Grant Nicol
PL Skipper - 8 games, 2 wins (25%), 6 losses, 0 draws, -35 shots
13th December - Yes it's Box himself, Syd McCann has moved back to Perth and will re-join his old club at Yokine for this weekends game, playing as a 2nd. McCann was instrumental in the push that saw Yokine hit the Premier League in 2005 where they remained for 2 years before dropping out, never to return. A few years older now but I'm sure he has lost none of his knowledge and chat and will be a welcome addition to the kennel
Syd McCann
State Cap - 142 (3 games)
PL Skipper - 36 games, 20 wins (55.56%), 16 losses, 0 draws, +36 shots
25th October - The big story surrounds Vic Park Carlisle and the inclusion of none other than Graeme Wishart, aka Rooster. He is returning to the club and will play pennants this year, VPC currently in 1 Blue South. Huge in for the Reds, Wishart not played pennant bowls for about 4 years now and left Vic Park maybe 8 or 9 years ago. He is one of the most decorated players in WA, and bowls is the sort of sport where you can pick it up and be very good quite quickly. Strengthens the team no end, welcome back Rooster
Graeme Wishart
State Cap - 99 (336 games)
State Pairs - 1998
State Triples - 2009-10
State Fours - 1995
PL Skipper - 211 games, 120 wins (56.87%), 84 losses, 7 draws, +814 shots
25th October - The merry go round continues as Neville Costello has decided to leave Wanneroo and go back to North Beach and play in their Premier League team this season. I'm sure he'll be back at Wanneroo soon!
Neville Costello
PL Skipper - 25 games, 7 wins (28.00%), 16 losses, 2 draws, -123 shots
24th October - Before donning a Millers top Drew Daley has moved again and will now be playing for Sorrento. Still 5 days to go to change again...
4th June - Drew Daley may be is on the move again, word is he is being linked to South Perth. A part of the Mosman Park which got demoted it is has seen rumours swirling about departures. Daley is a good player and you would think he won't be moving unless a spot is there for him at the Millers
21st October - A big boon for Mt Lawley as the season starts next week with the signing of Chris Lander from Sorrento. Lander was in the top 10 skippers last season so still has what it takes to perform at the heights of the Premier League. His inclusion offsets the departure of David Rhodes nicely. When speaking with him he sounds excited about the change and is looking forward to the season ahead. Chris Lander
State Cap - 117 (12 games)
State O/60's singles - 2021
PL Skipper - 144 games, 62 wins (50.41%), 52 losses, 8 draws, +121 shots
21st October - A name I am not familiar with but Mosman Park have gained the services of Anthony Monson. He bowled at Karratha and has moved to Perth I think for work. He is a skipper so can likely play in multiple positions wherever the Mossies need him.
14th October - Sorrento are still on a hunt for players and they have convinced Willie Tan from Mosman Park that his new home should be with them. Tan is a solid front end player and will complement the squad nicely.
9th October - Not quite fact it seems, Chris has joined Cambridge to practice and will still be playing for Mossies this year.
6th October - More news out of Mosman Park but this time on the female front. Chris Ace-Watson after 1 season has moved to Cambridge. Cambridge don't appear to have a 1st division Tuesday side at all - 1nd div is their highest. Also no teams on a Saturday, I don't know the number of lady bowlers at the club but this might be a view to the future of open gender competition and Ace-Watson preparing for a 1st division tilt with the men. Chris Ace-Watson
State singles - r/up 2021
State Cap - debut 2022
4th October - Stephen Jocelyn was a player with Mosman Park the year they were promoted to the Premier League a couple of years ago and he returns to the club, again to try and help them get promoted. A back end player will provide plenty of stability to the group as they seek a return to the top flight
29th September - DUDLEY PARK collapse Lots of rumours going around about the state of play at Dudley Park.
Can confirm some developments today.
Women – Roma Dunn, Vicki Spragg, Jenni Rogalski and Lexi Webster have today signed with Safety Bay.
Roma Dunn was made a life member last year at Dudley Park after playing over 600 pennant games for Dudley Park and being a member for over 35 years.
Roma withstood the lure of metro pennants all this time and stayed loyal to Dudley Park despite numerous years representing Australia and Western Australia.
Vicki, Jenni and Lexi have all won state or country week titles, been in state squads or represented WA – Lexi is in the current over 60’s team at Broadbeach this week. Today has also seen Kim Simms and club captain Madelein Wright depart.
Very sad to see such loyal people leave the club but for quality people to leave there is something wrong.
Men - confirmed – 12 of Dudley Park’s 2021 1st Division Pennant team have either departed the club or not playing bowls at all this coming season.
Tim Hyatt – Kardinya
Peter Rogalski – Port Bouvard
Kevin Warne – Port Bouvard
Geoff Hornibrook – Port Bouvard
Tim Hanney – Port Bouvard
Ben Garrett – Mandurah
Bryan Chalwell – Pinjarra
Warren MacDonald - unknown
Ian Sprague - unknown
Not playing – Mark Simpson, John Solly, Craig Greenhaigh, Ron Bates, Russell Tyrrell
In addition numerous second division and lower players have left the club.
Whilst not household names in Perth, this core group helped make Dudley Park the dominant team over the last decade having won 8 of the last 10 1st Division pennants – and being runner up in the other 2
Like Roma, John Solly was made a life member last year, after over 1,000 pennant games for the club.
I understand that with opportunites opening up the club has picked up numbers in the men’s section, however who knows how they will peform.
From its peak of running the biggest singles event in the world, being a leader of events immediatley post COVID with their COVID pairs it is a very concerning turn of events.
27th September - Mosman Park look to be getting some extra front end players as well, Gary Willis looks like he crossed I think from Midland Morrison and Bill Owen has also moved from I think South Perth, although it is sometimes hard to keep track of which club Bill plays at these days! Both will provide solid front end support to what looks like a good back end.
27th September - Can now change this status as fact, Sam Perica is heading to Mosman Park. You'd think he will skipper straight away at least and should make them very competitive in the White division.
13th September - The latest club that might be getting Perica is Mosman Park, demoted narrowly from Premier League last year and he would likely skipper straight away. It makes the Mossies a very strong white side in what promises to be an interesting division this season. 23rd August The latest word surrounding Sam Perica is that he will be lining up for the River Rats at Rossmoyne. Watch this space.
14th May - Journeyman Sam Perica, where will he be playing next season? There seem to be plenty of rumours swirling around Kardinya that a few players will be departing and my ears have heard that Perica may be joining his old club Stirling for the upcoming season. He is certainbly doing some work behind the scenes with their Winter carnivals but will that translate to pennants in the Summer? We wait and see
Sam Perica
PL Skipper: 92 games, 30 wins (32.61%), 58 losses, 4 draws, -234 shots
13th September While we are chatting about Mosman Park, word has filtered through that Shane Anning will be leaving and join Kalamunda, citing travel as the main reason. He will be a welcome addition looking for a player with some flexibility in positions as again a White side strengthens in the off season.
11th September For many of our newer players the name Jeff Hall won't mean much, but for those that have played bowls in WA for a while, Hall invokes true champion status. Not only a ripping fellow but a high quality bowler as well. So which club is he playing at this season? None other than Fremantle - the player drain has quickly ceased! These are some of his achievements -
Jeff Hall
State Cap no 125, 140 games
State Singles - 2004 (also won the Australian Champion singles that year)
State Fours - 2002/03, 2001/02
PL Skipper: 69 games, 32 wins (46.38%), 32 losses, 5 draws, +116 shots
7th September Peter Wachmer has left Fremantle and will be re-joining Kardinya for the season ahead. Wachmer transferred to 2nd division Fremantle about 6 years ago and played a leading role in their promotion to 1st division. Fremantle will be poorer for the loss, after their promotion a couple of years ago they have been leaking players away from the club. It could be a long year for them in 1 Blue South.
1st September I have it on good authority that that Marcus Sear has left North Beach and will join South Perth in the season ahead. I have no reasons why the move, Sear is a good player and was runner up a couple of years ago in the consistency singles and would be a useful front end player for the Millers. One of the loudest players going around he might give them a bit more noise around the green.
26th August Manning player Matt Allen has crossed to play for Kardinya. A good player with limited opportunities at the strong Eagles outfit, his ability to play in any position is a boon for the Kats and expect him to line up in their top side at the start of the season. But which position???
12th August Mt Lawley have been informed that David Rhodes will be returning to Bassendean this season. A long time Basso bowler crossed to Mt Lawley last season and played a key role in securing their promotion individually not losing a game at all during the season. He will be a welcome addition to the Lions as they look to get promoted themselves this year. David Rhodes
PL Skipper: 52 wins (48.15%), 52 losses, 4 draws, -25 shots
10th August It looks like a transfer has happened and Cockburn will be regaining the services of Paul Brotherston. He was a Premier League for them previously and transferred to Rossmoyne a couple of years ago but goes back to Cockburn for the season ahead.
Paul Brotherston
PL Skipper: 6 wins (30.00%), 14 losses, 0 draws, -97 shots
9th August I'm pretty sure this is true but yet to be confirmed as Cambridge look like losing Sean Mawdsley to Osborne Park. Mawdsley joined the Knights last season starting as a skipper before some rink changes saw hiw play the remainder of the season as 3rd but Mawdsley did play for some years at Osborne Park and maybe finds those surrounds more comfortable and the change seems more than less likely. He is a recent winner of the PBA trip to England for the World Titles in January, where is likely to miss a game or 2
Sean Mawdsley
PL Skipper: 13 wins (41.94%), 16 losses, 2 draws, -20 shots
9th August I have known this for a while but forgot to post, Osborne Park also picking up Kristian Carr, a young player from Goomalling who played midweek with the Saints last year and will now play Saturday pennants as well. He is a name to look out for in the coming years, I'm pretty sure a scratch golfer as well so loaded with talent
29th July Swan look like they will get some players from Morley headlined by Robbie Urquhart, Bobcat and some others. Bobcat played at Vic Park in their halcyon years and Urquhart plenty of experience there. They will certainly help alleviate the player drain from Swan in this off season
Robbie Urquhart
PL Skipper: 12 wins (36%), 21 losses -93 shots
29th July As mentioned in the club news, Thornlie will see Brian Wright from Fremantle and Rob Bowron from Eaton join them. I think Bowron has moved to the city hence his move to a city club. I think he has played Premier League before with Vic Park, not 100% sure. Wright I don't know too much about but he was a mainstay in the Freo team and both will provide Thornlie with some good depth.
Rob Bowron
State Titles:
Fours - 2006/07
31st July Can confirm that John Terrell will be lining up with the Millers this season, a move that has some about with a shift in residence.
29th July We know Steve West is leaving Kardinya but we are still unsure where he might end up. The new club on the radar is South Perth where as a solid front end player he will fit in nicely. He may be bringing with him John Terrell, a star bowler in his day and Australian representative of course with the Over 60's cricket team. Both players will provide options for the Millers as they try and break their bridesmaid status.
19th July The whispers about Phil Park have come true, he has signed with Mt Lawley for the coming season. He will certainly be a player that can provide some front end depth to the club as they contest Premier League for the first time.
19th July I'm not across the 2nd division and under as good as the 1st division but Byford have been building in recent years from 2 4th division sides I think they might have a 2nd division side for this season. But they will be losing a number of players - Adrian Threlfo to Cockburn, David Stanik goes back to Joondalup, Ken Monkhouse, Michael Brooks and Allen Walters to Willetton.
13th July South Perth look like losing Bill Owen and Peter Holmes for the season ahead. Both have played Premier League but predominantly in the Blue side last season and will be crossing to Fremantle where both live locally; travel will be a lot easier with the move. Fremantle were on struggle street last year but defended their Blue South position in the Challenge game but with these 2 and maybe more players coming, they will look to stabilise their spot in Blue and maybe press for a White berth next year.
13th July The player build at Kalamunda continues with David Park also crossing from Swan to join them for the season ahead. Park like Morss can play in all positions and will provide some good depth to the club as they look to hold White after their promotion from Blue. David's brother Phil is another who is leaving Swan but his new home is unclear at this stage. The favourite is Forrestfield but Mt Lawley have been whispered as someone who might be interested.
10th July Michael Grace has cited travel as his reason for leaving his beloved Mosman Park. A committee member for over 10 years including the Presidency and Treasurer, life member awarded in 2020, Grace will be playing for Rockingham next season as it is closer to home.
8th July Gosnells have enticed Daniel and David Newton from Hilton Park for their Premier League season ahead. I don't know much about them but they are a father son combination and i'm led to believe very handy players. Daniel, the son, was unable to play a full season last year due to work but circumstances have changed for him and he can commit to a full season. Not sure where they will end up but it gives Gosnells some depth in personnel.
5th July It seems to have been a player drain from Kardinya this off season but some good news at the Kattery. Tim Hyatt from Dudley Park and Beau McGrechan will join them this season. Coupled with the news that Steve Novak is definitely not going anywhere and maybe they can start to attract more into their camp for the season ahead.
5th July Manning will be bolstering their line up this season will some very handy young bowlers. Ruby Leggett and Kaitlyn Tyrrell will be joining them for the season. Kaitlyn is also bringing her Mum Cheryl to the club as well, all 3 will give good depth to the club and will be looking to break into that very strong Premier League team. Kaitlyn Tyrrell
State Titles:
Mixed Pairs - 2001
2nd July John Morss is on the move, back to I think is his spiritual home in Kalamunda. Morss played for many years there before dropping out of bowls completely for a couple of years and hasd gradually drifted his way back. With Kalamunda being promoted to White his inclusion will provide some options for the Cougars as Morss can play in any position. There might be 1 or 2 others joining the club, stay tuned for that.
30th June Willie Tan has advised Mosman Park that he will be departing and joining Safety Bay for the season ahead. I'm guessing travel might be a factor in this decision. Tan is a solid player who will provide Safety Bay with some depth. The Bay after a horror 1st half of the season they acquitted themselves well in the 2nd half and will be one of the teams to beat in White this season.
22nd June Osborne Park will lose Erron Martin after 4 years at the Saints including a premiership. Citing the travel from Mandurah has taken it's toll and he will be joining Mandurah going forward. Martin has been a solid player over the years and is likely to get a rink at his new club. Erron Martin
PL Skipper: 54 games, 23 wins (42.59%), 29 losses, 2 draws, -83 shots
20th June Can confirm one of the hottest properties in WA bowls will be staying at Mosman Park for the upcoming season. Lots of people linked to be departing the club now may consider staying with a player of the calibre of Marsland staying. Good news for the Mossies, bad news for the other handful of clubs interested in his services.
26th May - I'm hearing conflicting news about Dale Marsland and where he might end up for next season. Will he stay at Mosman Park and try for another re-build? I think it's the least likely thing to occur but it's still a possibility. Maybe Cambridge where good friend and state pairs partner Blake Nairn was, but will his departure change things? Will he return to Manning? My sources say North Beach might be on the cards, but whatever way you look at it, Dale Marsland is hot property at the moment.
Dale Marsland
State Titles:
Pairs: 2021/22
Triples: 2017/18
Fours: 2021/22
PL Skipper: 51 games, 29 wins (56.86%), 22 losses, 0 draws, +39 shots
19th June - Can't verify the truth of this one but Andrew Foster might be returning back to Dalkeith Nedlands from Cambridge for the upcoming season. With Alek Gryta joining Dalkeith as well, maybe they are trying to go back up the table again.
4th June - David Rankin has officially left the Kattery and gone back to Doubleview for the upcoming season. A devastating blow for Kardinya but a huge filip for Doubleview after finishing top of the ladder they went out in straight sets at home but having a quality bowler enter the ranks will make them a warm favourite for the flag next season.
Dave Rankin
State Titles:
Singles: Runner up 2013
Champ of champs: 2019,2020 (r/up 2015)
Fours: 2021/22, 2011/12
PL Skipper: 221 games, 128 wins (57.92%), 85 losses, 8 draws, +479 shots
4th June - Starting to hear murmurings of player movements from Kardinya. One that has been around for a while is the move of Steve West to Manning. My fellow panelist from the radioshow has been coy all season about a move but the word is strong that it is set to occur. You would think a leader of his calibre will find a spot in the Premier League winning team but if not will give some good depth to the club.
26th May - Heard from a couple of sources now that Kaitlyn Tyrrell is on the move and might be joining Manning. Maybe that means Mum Cheryl might join as well. Kaitlyn was picked for the recent sides series which was abandoned, it makes the Manning Tuesday 12 very powerful indeed.
23rd May - The big news is coming out of Cambridge where they will be withhout Blake Nairn for the season ahead. His wife Kellie has an opportunity in Melbourne which she will take and Blake will take the time away to find a club in Melbourne and further develop his game for the next season. He has probably been our most in-form player in recent years so his loss will hurt Cambridge immensely, you feel it was this year was there year to get that pennant flag. Good luck Blake, we hope you do well.
Blake Nairn
State Titles:
Singles: 2017, 2021
Pairs: 2014/15, 2021/22
Fours: 2021/22
PL Skipper: 101 games, 61 wins (60.40%), 37 losses, 3 draws, +297 shots
23rd May - Hearing lots of noise about departures from Mosman Park, anything up to 10 players departing but we can confirm that both Alek Gryta and Peter Collins will be joining Dalkeith next season. It is their old club having played there many years ago and will be a huge bonus for them.
14th May - Joondalup will gain the services of another Bassendean player in the next season, John Carrigan. Not a well known name but he played all year in the top side at Bassendean and acquitted himself very well, a very steady leader who will give the up and coming club some solid front end bowls.
Mosman Park looking to address the player drain with the signing of 2 former players who havent been able to commit with their family and work commitments. Damian Adams and Paul Fair will be available all next season which will help their depth a lot.
Has the raid of Mosman Park just begun? Drew Daley will cross and join South Perth for the upcoming season. Living in the inner city means the Millers will be a closer travel option for him and he is a good pickup for them after winning the club singles this year at Mossies.
Rumours are around about Cambridge might be picking up both Brad Gillingham and myself. Whilst it is obvious the club is short left handed bowlers, both of us are not moving clubs at this time of posting.
7th April - Wayne Neilson Will be returning to Bassendean after a year at Joondalup where he played a pivotal role in their promotion, but importantly for him, a chance to play in a flag winning team with his son Wes. Neilson had always said it was a 1 year ride but Bassendean only 8 minutes away the travel factor meant he was always returning to Bassendean. Next year they will be opponents playing in the White division!
Wayne Neilson
State Titles: Triples 2013-14
PL Skipper: 59 games, 22 wins (37.29%), 32 losses, 5 draws, -100 shots
5th April - Yes you heard it here first, Alden will not be playing for Bassendean and will cross to Wanneroo. Ted has enjoyed his time at the Lions but wants to play closer to home. He is a very handy acquisition for the Roos, a club he has played at before.
Ted Alden:
State titles: State Fours 2003-04
PL Skipper: 22 games, 10 wins (45%), 10 losses, 2 draws -4 shots.
8th April - Maybe the Brad Cole move is not so cut and dried. Warnbro have also been in discussion with Brad about returning to that club. We await and see which club cole will be playing at next season
5th April - Rockingham looks like they have recruited Brad Cole and Jimmy Taylor into the club. Not sure about Taylor but Cole did play at Warnbro in their recent Premier League stint so will be a useful recruit.
Brad Cole:
PL Skipper: 24 games, 13 wins, 10 losses, 1 draw, -27 shots
2022
11th November - Drew Daley has returned to Australia from nearly 2 years in Ireland and is currently quaranting in Perth. He looks set to join his former club Mosman Park when he can. He will be a bit rusty but after a game or 2 in the seconds he looks like he will find himself in the Premier League again.
13th October - Paul Brotherston it seems will be departing Cockburn and will line up for fellow One White club Rossmoyne for the season ahead. Seems a natural skipper replacement for Eddie Gollan, we'll see where he is selected.
13th October - South Perth have acquired the services of former state junior champion Blake Heldt. He hasn't played bowls much in recent years so could take some time to find some form but on his day can get them close. Another back-up player into the fold.
12th October - North Beach have recruited well late in the season with Toni Madigan and Shari Solly both moving from Osborne Park. Extremely good pickups and makes a strong top 4 contenders for the Ladies Premier League this season.
Toni Madigan:
State Games (cap 154): 33 (debut 2015)
State titles:
Triples 2014-15
Shari Solly :
State Games (cap 149): 47 (debut 2012)
State titles:
Triples 2018-19
12th October - Confirmed last night that Daniel Brown will be suiting up for South Perth this season.
15th September - This has been doing the rounds for a while as to which club Daniel Brown might end up at, looks like his new home will be South Perth. I have been waiting to hear for confirmation with none forthcoming so only a rumour at this stage but certainly one that seems quite strong. Another handy bowler for the Millers if true.
Daniel Brown:
State Games: 51 (debut 2004)
State titles:
Pairs 2015/16, 2012/13, 2009/10
Triples 2018/19, 2012/13, 2010/11
Fours 2017/18, 2014/15
PL Skipper: 211 games, 118 wins (55.92%), 84 losses, 9 draws, +581 shots
8th October - I doubt Bob Bandy will play Premier League but he does add some depth to the Manning club in the season ahead. He crosses from Como but I think he has played at Manning many moons ago.
2nd October - Mt Lawley just keep attracting good bowlers, the latest to move there is Travis Ingram from Osborne Park. Ingram is a very solid bowler who can play in all positions and will offer some versatility to the team. Where are they going to fit all these new recruits?
Travis Ingram:
PL Skipper: 18 games - 2 wins (11.11%), 14 losses, 2 draws, -158 shots
2nd October - More good news for Cambridge who have enticed David Opie to pull on the uniform for the season. Great to see David back playing full time, a huge talent lost to bowls for a whiole with hip injuries and family committments. Good to see him back.
David Opie:
State Games cap 160: 39 (debut 2007)
State Events: Singles (2007), Triples (2005-06)
PL Skipper: 52 games - 28 wins (53.85%), 22 losses, 2 draws, -5 shots
29th September - a couple of weeks ago I posted the transfer of Merv Hughes and alluded to the formation of a team of "cricketers" at the club with Brad Hogg and Jo Angel. Unbeknownest to me the "real" Jo Angel the cricketer is a member of the Bayswater Bowling Club and does play the occasional game of pennants when time allows. Thanks to Shane Kinnear for the heads up
29th September - Armadale look to have scored a good double as 2 players return to the club. Kevin and Hugh McKay are set to play for the Storm in the season ahead as they battle to get back into 1st division.
Kevin McKay:
State Games: 9 (debut 2019)
State Events:Triples (2013), Fours (2018)
PL Skipper: 53 games - 25 wins (47.17%), 27 losses, 1 draw, -35 shots
24th September - This name keeps bobbing up but not sure if 100% accurate or not. Chris Lander might be leaving Sorrento and will be joining Warwick for the season ahead. Lander is all quality and will give the Warwick side some real class in Blue this year.
Chris Lander:
State Caps (#117) - 12 games
State titles - Over 60's singles 2021, over 60's Mixed Pairs 2018/19
PL Skipper - 99 games, 48 wins (48.48%), 44 losses and 7 draws +36 shots
24th September - Joondalup have confirmed 3 big ins for the season ahead as they move up the pennant ladder from Blue. Shane Rixom, Sean Niven and Paul Kain, all from Sorrento will go up the road. I don't know much about Niven and Kain but Rixom is originally from NSW where he played at a high level and skipper in the PL last year. some really good pickups for Joondalup and one to watch this season.
Shane Rixom:
PL Skipper - 16 games, 8 wins (50.00%), 7 losses and 1 draw, -1 shots
24th September - This news is old now but I only realised I haven't put it up yet. Tasmanian state representative Mike Sweeney has moved to WA and will be joining North Beach for the season ahead. Known as Moose, he will skipper straight away and give them a bit of strength up back. Michael Sweeney:
Tas State Titles:
Triples - 2017/18, 2016/17
23rd September - This a statement from the club - Fremantle Bowling Club have scored a major coup with the announcement that former WA Ladies and Men’s State Coach Brian Jeppesen has been appointed their Club Coaching Coordinator. Brian will also play his bowls at Freo this season, having been a skip for Manning in their First Blue side last year. Great news for this up and coming club, who also have new club rooms and three brilliant greens. Brian has already been busy drawing up an extensive coaching program and conducting on and off green coaching. If you want the very best of coaching and want to revitalise your game then consider Freo as your new destination club.
15th September - This one took me a bit by surprise but it appears Rob Foy will be playing for Gosnells this season. A very handy recruit for sure and will make them very competitive in the White division
Rob Foy:
PL Skipper: 59 games, 33 wins (55.93%), 24 losses, 2 draws, +118 shots
15th September - Warnbro will welcome back this season Barry Kalinowsky who will help offset the loss of Sean Mawdsley. A club with a good home ground advantage, again Kalinowsky will skipper and will give Warnbro a shot at finals action and that coveted promotion spot to Premier League.
Barry Kalinowsky:
PL Skipper: 15 games, 3 wins (20.00%), 11 losses, 1 draws, -114 shots
15th September - Top junior Marcus Simpson, looks like he is heading back to his former club in Rockingham for the season ahead. He played half a season at Bassendean in 2020/21 before work committments prevented him from playing but being closer to home will certainly help. Did also hear his mother Cheryl will be playing for Kardinya
15th September - Merv Hughes will be heading to Manning this year, I think he has played at Manning before, not 100% sure of that though. With Brad Hogg and Jo Angel already at the club, I would expect the "cricketers" to be forming a club triples team this year...
15th September 14th July - Heard from a couple of sources that Mark Abonnel might be considering a move to Cockburn. He had a fairly good season as skipper at Kardinya last season with 8 wins, 11 losses and a draw. He is the manager of the club so the move seems to make sense
Mark Abonnel:
PL Skipper: 54 games, 20 wins (37.04%), 33 losses, 1 draws, -172 shots
13th September - Long time Bassendean player Mick Erceg will be departing the club and rumoured to join Mt Lawley. Another casualty from the Lions in the off season which will hurt their on field stocks but a boon for Mt Lawley as they become firm favourites to win White and get that promotion.
13th September - Hugh Ward looks like he will be leaving Wanneroo and will join Quinns Rocks for the season ahead.
9th September - Some more Swan players have been enticed to leave and will all be playing for Mosman Park next season. They are Shane Anning, Alan Southern and Trevor Southern. More big losses for Swan but also handy additions to Mossies looking for some more depth.
7th September - Couple more players are leaving Bassendean leaving them further weakened. Firstly it is Dan Nicholls who will be playing for Sorrento this season. Being closer to home makes it easier for him with his work increasing. The other departure is John Morss who will be transferring to the club down the road, Swan who will welcome him with open arms with all their recent departures.
Dan Nicholls
PL Skipper: 59 games, 24 wins (40.68%), 32 loss, 3 draws, -45 shots
5th September - Bad news at Swan as a couple more players have moved t new clubs. Firstly moving to Forrestfield is George Foster and George Tibbles, joining Mick Garner there. The other move is Ian Cornthwaite who has joined Kalamunda, a club he has played at before and moves there with Ron Hutchinson. Big departures for Swan as their stocks start to look a bit thin on the ground
5th September - Wanneroo welcome back Chris Buchholz who returns after a couple of years in Darwin. With his booming drive and solid draw play Buchholz will be a welcome addition back to the Roos.
31st August - Citing travel only, Brad Ball will go back and play in the Country this season, for Pinjarra which is close to where he works and lives. Another big loss for the Kats for the 2021/22 season.
Brad Ball
State Titles: Triples 2011-12
PL Skipper: 14 games, 6 wins (42.86%), 8 losses, +20 shots
30th August - Firstly, let's look at the State player. Russell Bates is departing Kardinya and will be joining Doubleview. I would hazard a guess that he will unite with State Skipper John Slavich in some capacity and further strengthens the Doubleview rise back into finals contention
Russell Bates
State cap 181 - 9 games
State Titles: Nil
PL Skipper: 2 games, 1 wins (50%), 1 loss, -17 shots
30th August - The other big news is the Commonwealth Games bronze medallist. Anyone get who that might be? Eric Johannes is his name, currently residing in Kalgoorlie but an international rep for South Africa since 2002 and has won state titles in both NSW and Queensland recently, including the 2019 Qld Champion of champs representative. He has moved to play for Cambridge for this season. It is highly likely he will skipper so will be interesting to see their make up for the season ahead. Also moving to Cambridge is Andrew Tennant from Doubleview and Andrew Garlick from Osborne Park. Both very handy pickups in their own to keep the PL players on their toes.
28th August - Wayne Neilson has departed Bassendean and will be lining up with son Wes at Joondalup. An opportunity to play a season with his son was too tempting, he will be a loss for the Lions this season.
Wayne Neilson
State Titles:
Triples: 2013-14
PL Skipper: 59 games, 22 wins (37.29%), 32 losses, 5 draws, -100 shots
28th August - South Perth have picked up another in the off season, the very solid front end player Otto Dawson from Mosman Park. With all the back end players joining the club and now some front end it's looking even better for the Millers.
20th August - Some young country bowlers are making the trip to the big smoke this season and will be lining up for Manning. They are David Downey from Emu Point. Downey of course returning to one of his former clubs where he won the PL pennant about 7 seasons ago. Will Hyatt is a really promising young player from Dudley Park and Mitch Walker another young bowler from Donnybrook. Manning have picked up some real talent there.
20th August - This one is a real surprise, State Squad member and also member of the Development Squad Paul Davies has upped and left Kardinya to join South Perth. Aren't South Perth putting together a nice little squad to give the flag a real tilt this year.
12th August - The men aren't the only ones with a Premier League, and a great signing for Mosman Park ladies as Chris Ace-Watson Will be making the journey from the country to be a Mossie for the season ahead. (EDIT:The Watsons are trying to buy a place in Perth so the long country trip is not necessary. Geoff will be joining North Beach)
12th August - Doubleview have pulled off a major coup by enticing Anthony Williams to play for them this season. Coupled with the transfer of Kyle McIlroy back to the club, suddenly Doubleview will need to be a side taken very seriously again for finals action.
Anthony Williams
State cap 180 - 16 games
State Titles:
Singles: 2016-17 (RU)
Pairs: 2016-17
PL Skipper: 56 games, 31 wins (55.36%), 21 losses, 4 draws, +99 shots
8th August - News from Mt Lawley on Friday night is that Daniel Trewhella will be playing Premier League pennants again. Of course he was a member of Scarborough and did play some games with them and has played in the State Events, but it's great to see him returning to full time pennant bowls. Oh and which Club? Manning will be his home this season. Make them a very strong club for finals action again
Daniel Trewhella:
State Titles:
State Cap 149 - 78 games
Singles: 2018-19 (RU), 2005-06 (RU)
Pairs: 2015-16, 2012-13, 2009-10
Triples: 2020-21, 2018-19, 2010-11
Fours: 2019-20, 2017-18, 2014-15
PL Skipper: 176 games, 110 wins (62.5%), 61 losses, 5 draws, +176 shots
6th August - Heard now from a number of sources that Ron Hutchinson is leaving Swan and will return to his old stomping ground of Kalamunda for the season ahead. The RAAF man will be a welcome addition to the team trying to climb back up the ladder.
28th July - Also in the same breath we are hearing that Swan might also be losing Mick Garner to Forrestfield. If true the Swan boys will start the season a bit weakened for the season ahead in Blue North
28th July - Rumours very strong that Neville Costello from North Beach and Michael Ong from Quinns Rock are returning to their former club Wanneroo for the season ahead. Very handy acquisitions and it looks like they might be enough to make Wanneroo get that little bit higher on the ladder for a potential Premier League berth
24th July - Confirmed, David Rhodes will be a Mounter for the season ahead as he signs his membership forms and joins Mt Lawley

2nd May - Could this be the first of many departures from Bassendean? Rumour very strong that David Rhodes will be joining MT LAWLEY for the coming season

22nd July - State squad member and highly respected bowler Lee Such has joined fellow housemate Scott Walker at South Perth for the season ahead. Is he going to be the missing link to get them the flag they have been very close to winning? Travel was the main factor in making the move.
22nd July - The first move involves John Carter, but which one? It is the Osborne Park Carter who is moving to South Perth for the season ahead. Travel reasons appear to be the motive for him
22nd July - While we are at South Perth, they also see a couple more join them. John Wardrop from Manning and previously a Premier League player at Kalamunda has made the move to the Millers after a couple of years out of the game, and also Otto Dawson appears to be on the move again leaving Mosman Park and joining South Perth as well. But they have lost one, Dennis Bandy has departed to Cockburn, again citing travel as a factor for him
21st July - Our final move for today is Chris Margin who will be playing for North Beach after taking last year off whilst a member of Bassendean. He is a more than useful player and you would think would slot in to their top side.
19th July - Chris Parr has has left Quinns Rocks and will be joining Wanneroo in the season ahead as they try and take that extra step back into Premier League
14th July - Kyle McIlroy has made the move from Sorrento back to Doubleview for the season ahead. It is the 2nd big confirmed move from Sorrento and hearing there might be more coming ahead. Patrick Murray is one that might also be playing at The View next season.
14th July - An young up and coming player has departed Bassendean and will be playing for Kalamunda in the season ahead. Mark Potente is not a well known name but played in the White side at Bassendean for a large part of last season and moves back to the club where his mother is currently a member.
7th July - Was told a week or so ago that some ex KARDINYA players might be returning but no names provided, and today have heard of some departures from Hilton Park. Could Kevin McKay and Rob Foy be returning to the Kattery this season?
7th July - We know where Sean Mawdsley will end up. CAMBRIDGE will be the destination for Sean after earlier rumours linked him to his old club Osborne Park. He will slot in nicely at Cambridge, probably as a 3rd but certainly a skipper often should a change be required.
30 June - KARDINYA sees the transfer of Eddie Gollan from Rossmoyne for the season ahead. At the start of his first season as skipper in the PL he made a blistering start with 6 wins in his first 8 games, so it shows he can play at the level. You would think he would slot nicely into the PL team at Kardy, but in what position remains to be seen.
30th June - It also looks like Tony Krajancic is returning to KARDINYA and maybe his good mate Dinko Golem who both played at Fremantle last year. Not sure why the change of heart but it does weaken the Fremantle team who played off for the promotion but falling at the last hurdle.
6th June - MT LAWLEY look like they are putting together a very strong White side for next year, with Mike Bessant joining his sons Jeff and Corey at the Mounters. The attraction of playing top bowls with your progeny proved too strong for Mike and you would think a front end spot for him beckons.
2nd May - It would appear we have some greenkeepers changing club next season. Jim Barry at Victoria Park Carlisle and Scott Edmonds at Mosman Park will be swapping jobs. Not sure about their playing future though, we wait and see what happens there.
28th April - No specific clubs mentioned as to where players are going to, but it would appear both South Perth and Bassendean's 2nd sides, ie those in Blue South for South Perth and White for Bassendean may be departing. Numbers are varying, anywhere between 4 and 10 might be out of Bassendean and between 3 and 6 for South Perth. If confirmations come through we will let people know.
27th April - Shane Loftus is now officially a Saint, he will be joining OSBORNE PARK next season.
22nd April - Shane Loftus might also be on the move but not sure where to. Maybe Joondalup or Osborne Park?

Shane Loftus:
State Titles: Triples 2018-19, Fours 2017-18
PL Skipper: 22 games, 6 wins, 14 losses, 2 draws, -13 shots
22nd April - Shane Knott and Anthony Williams rumoured to be heading to join ex-teammate Dale Marsland at Mosman Park.
22nd April, can confirm this rumour is false, Shane and Anthony won't be going anywhere
22nd April - We'll start with Manning with some rumours abounding about people coming and going. Firstly, Will Hyatt from Dudley Park and Mitch Walker from Donnybrook might be coming to the big smoke together. Steve Patterson with work committments may be unavailable, but being 6 months away things can change. Finally hearing lots about Lee Such and plans to move to South Perth. Was hearing this during the season as well but I believe he is likely to stay at Manning
22nd April - Sorrento is the next club that appears to have some player movements. Very strong are the rumours that Kyle McIlroy will be making his way back to Doubleview. There is no place like home. I'd be surprised if Daniel Brown makes the long drive to play bowls at Sorrento again, but where will he end up, if anywhere. Finally was hearing that Shane Rixom might be on the move to Wanneroo as well.
22nd April - Speaking of Wanneroo, they might be picking up some handy recruits. Neville Costello might be heading back there from North Beach and another former player Stephen Fewster might also be hading there from Bassendean. Fewster did say to me if he was moving from Bassendean it would be to play at home at Gin Gin, so that rumour is a bit up in the air.
22nd April - Was told this a couple of weeks ago that Gareth Hill has moved over east and departs Fremantle. He is currently driving across to his new home and was in Mount Gambier at last report.
22nd April - After a season at Warnbro after returning from China, Sean Mawdsley might be heading back to Osborne Park. He had a very successful season skippering in White, his addition will be very handy to the current PL champions.
22nd April - It's interesting when you hear rumours about yourself, so I have heard from a couple of sources about Simon Alden moving to Cambridge. I can say this is very unlikely to occur.
22nd December - This is a very strong rumour yet to be confirmed that Brad Ball might be joining KARDINYA after Xmas. If true it is huge bonus for them. Dudley Park will be sore to lose Ball, I reckon it would also relinquish his ability to play Countryweek and the Country Zones
Brad Ball:
State Titles: Triples 2011/12
PL Skipper: 3 games, 3 losses, -17 shots
22nd December - Kaleb Walding has popped back into the state, and it looks like he will be lining up for OSBORNE PARK for the rest of the year. He won a Countryweek singles about 3 or 4 years ago, has represented WA in our junior squad but moved interstate and now finds himself back in WA. Be interesting to see where they select him for Round 10
3rd December - Brian Wright who was playing in the Manning Blue North side has switched clubs and will now be lining up for FREMANTLE in the Blue South division. I don't know much about Wright but he has been selected straight away into the Fremantle firsts
26th November - I'm hearing that Michael Yates has left Kardinya and joined THORNLIE. I can't see his name selected at Thornlie and likewise he is not selected at Kardinya. So probably true but waiting for the transfer to be confirmed by Bowls WA
29 October - The transfer was today confirmed that Daniel Brown will now be playing for SORRENTO after leaving Kardinya. The move will be effective from Round 3 onwards. It is a huge pickup for Sorrento and personnel wise they now form an imposing outfit for the season. The interest now will everyone be able to gel and form a team to win the flag
Daniel Brown:
State Games: 51 (debut 2004)
State titles: Pairs 2015/16, 2012/13, 2009/10, Triples 2018/19, 2012/13, 2010/11, Fours 2017/18, 2014/15
PL Skipper: 196 games, 110 wins, 78 losses, 8 draws, +541 shots
29th October - Another transfer to come through has seen Joe Galipo transfer from Kardinya to SOUTH PERTH after Round 1. Galipo has played at South Perth before and has been named in the One Blue South team for this week.
8th October - MANNING look like they have got some players. Wayne Heldt has transferred from Fremantle and Matty Ayres looks like he will play when available from his work duties. It will be interesting how Manning handle Ayres who will be a week in week our proposition and how it affects the balance of the side. Manning of course had a similar situation last year with Lewis Grigg.
Matthew Ayres:
State Games: 16 (debut 2013)
State titles: Pairs 2013/14, Triples 2015/16
PL Skipper: 6 games, 2 wins, 4 losses, -29 shots
Heldt looks to be an ideal fit for the Manning Blue side but capable of playing a role in the Premier should a hole exist.
5th October - The big news for today is the recruitment of Andrew Jones to the MT LAWLEY club. Jones transfers from Bedford and felt a change was needed to re-kindle the spark in bowls. He will be a huge acquisition to the club.
Andrew Jones:
State Games: 22 (2007, 2008)
State titles:
PL Skipper: 137 games - 69 wins, 61 losses, 7 draws, +189 shots
29th October - Today confirms the transfer of Kevin McKay to Hilton Park, McKay was named to skipper this week 4th October - Initially Kevin McKay had left Kardinya and joined Armadale, but the whispers are he will not be playing for Armadale but for HILTON PARK in their Blue South team. It is actually a duo as Hugh McKay Will be joining his son at Hilton. Good pick up for them if true.
Kevin McKay:
State Games: 9 (debut 2019)
State Events:Triples (2013), Fours (2018)
PL Skipper: 53 games - 25 wins, 27 losses, 1 draw, -35 shots
24th September - Another singing at MOUNT LAWLEY as Corey Bessant leaves Doubleview and joins his brother Jeff who signed there earlier in the month. Corey is a State Fours winner in 2015/16 and I think the Consistency winner at about the same time, has played 17 games for the state before the birth of his child made him resign from the squad. Mount Lawley would be stoked to have someone of the calibre of Corey play there, you would think he will skipper straight away as the Mounties look for promotion this season.
19th September - Huge news surfaced during the week as we heard that Sam Perica has left Cambridge and joined the KARDINYA Kats. Wow haven't Kardinya got a new look team this season. Perica is an accomplished skipper playing 78 games as skipper in the PL for a 27-47-4 record. Who knows who is playing for Kardinya this season but Perica can play in any position and will be a good pick up for the team.
7th September - This one has been bubbling away for a while but can now report that Jeff Bessant has joined MOUNT LAWLEY for the season ahead. After his resignation as club manager a few months ago him changing clubs was likely but we were unsure where. He signed the membership forms this week and joins his Inglewood buddy Guy Herriot who joined Mt Lawley earlier. They are putting together a strong 1 Blue side, maybe 1 White if they can win the challenge game in 2 weeks.
3rd September - The other rumour is bad news for Kardinya and great news for FREMANTLE. Firstly the returning Tony Krajancic from injury is moving with his ex-Stirling buddy Dinko Golem to the Fremantle team. Massive news, lots of rumours circulating around the Kats and none of which has been confirmed, a bit of a revolving door there as a few come in and a few go out. Fremantle would be stoked to have 2 players of that calibre going to them.
Tony Krajancic - PL Skipper 91 games for 48 wins (post 2001), state games 26, 2 x Rosenthal medals, 1992 State Fours
Dinko Golem - PL skipper 116 games for 53 wins (post 2001), Premier League winning player for Cockburn, 2001 State Pairs
3rd September - We'll start with confirming the news that everyone in bowls had a hunch was happening. Bill Brandsma has returned home to KALAMUNDA citing work and travel as his main reasons. He said to me that he loved his time at Doubleview and leaving behind some great mates, but work committments have taken priority in these uncertain times and the club closest to home will be his home club this season
Bill Brandsma - PL skipper 20 games for 9 wins, 2015 State Fours, 26 games for WA
3rd September - North Beach might be losing a bowls legend as Ron Kuziela I'm hearing has moved south to Mandurah and will be bowling down there in his bowls retirement. Not sure what club yet but will be a handy pickup and a big loss for The Beach as they try to cling to the Premier League next season
31st August - Did see an interesting photo of the winners of the BPL qualifying played at South Perth this weekend. 2 Cambridge sides won the 2 sections, but one player looks like he has moved from Osborne Park to CAMBRIDGE. The one and only Phil Potts will be renewing acquaintances with Clive Adams from their halcyon Wanneroo days. Back then Potts was one of the best leads in the comp so if he finds that form again it helps Cambridge alot.
31st August - Victoria Park-Carlisle have lost an important player as the Ladies earned promotion into the Tuesday PL for next season. Jane Lewis who led the White Competition skippers table at Round 14 last year will be lining up for MT LAWLEY this year. It's a massive boost for Mt Lawley as their top side in Green was demoted to 2nd Division, so they will be looking to bounce straight back up.
18th August - ARMADALE have been in my bowls whispers for months now so I will list some news I have.
FACT - Kevin McKay is currently working as a FIFO and has chosen Armadale to be the club to play at when he is in town. Have heard the FIFO travel will end some time in Nov or Dec so they might have a full time McKay after then
RUMOUR - Daniel Brown has been swirling around the rumour mill since February. Post season I asked Browny what was going on and he denied a change of clubs but the noise still continues. My hunch is that he will move but that is unconfirmed
RUMOUR - Rob Foy is the other Kardinya player whispered to go back to Armadale. Am hearing he is either travelling, or playing bowls at Armadale or Kardy. I suspect Kardy is done so it's probably joining Armadale and seeing what transpires in the coming months
Am also hearing 1 or 2 other really faint murmurings, it will make the Storm an extremely strong club in 2nd Division and they should gain promotion straight away and be playing 1st division again.
10th August - BASSENDEAN is fast becoming a club that ladies want to be a part of, and this week they saw Shirley Johnson from Melville and Caroline Soro from Scarborough join them. Both are Premier League experienced bowlers but will be playing 3rd division Tuesdays but more importantly 1st division Saturdays (as I firmly believe Saturdays are the future for ladies bowls)
10th August - WARNBRO have bee able to offset the loss of Connor Biddle with the signing of Sean Mawdsley. He is a very good player, skippered at Osborne Park PL team for a 11 win 11 loss record and you would think will skipper straight away as they push for a return to the Premier League
10th August - did anyone guess the National Singles winner moving to Albany and lining up for EMU POINT? None other than David Downey, a junior national winner has relocated through his partners work and will be playing in the country this season. With jon Sharp and Matt Mitchell among others at Emu Point, it's becoming a very strong club down those parts
31st July - I thought this move might happen, Connor Biddle has departed Warnbro and will be playing for OSBORNE PARK in the season ahead. Biddle has some promise and wouldn't surprise to see him play as a 3rd to someone like Gary Caffell and learn from the master
27th July - Did you think it was a male? Massive news as we are hearing Helen Morss is departing the Eagles and taking up residence at SOUTH PERTH. A change in work has meant she is unable to play Tuesday pennants and so has joined a new look ladies team at the Millers. I feel this will become a common trend. We want to encourage younger female bowlers to carry the game into the next 50 years but they all work Monday to Friday and only available on Saturdays. The time has come for clubs and especially lady bowlers to embrace change and let the Saturday Ladies pennants become the premier competition for them, replicating the times and rules of Tuesday, ie 9.30am start, and getting more of our top lady bowlers getting a career and also playing bowls on the weekend in the same manner that our male bowlers currently enjoy
27th July - The big news of the day comes from newly promoted SORRENTO who have convinced Kyle McIlroy that his future lies with them. McIlroy lives close to the club and looking forward to the challenge of new surrounds. With John Goddard playing full time this year, they will be very handy in the Premier League next year

27th July - Lots of news floating around KARDINYA at the moment, some we can confirm is the return of Geoff White and also a big signing in Russell Bates. Bates is a good get, a very solid player and provides good team energy. Stll unsure of the future of a few other players, more to come on that front

27th July - ROSSMOYNE looks like getting a few more players, Graeme Maesepp is returning from Cockburn, Tony Churcher looks like joining from Thornlie and the Edson brothers Craig and Nigel are returning from Mosman Park

25th July - Am hearing a leader of men might be joining ROSSMOYNE for the season ahead. Have heard this a couple of times now and I'm thinking it might be Rooster himself making a re-appearance in bowls. No-one has told me names yet or confirmed the move, last I heard he was quite enjoying fishing on a Saturday afternoon

25th July - Mosman Park have lost 1 of their skippers from last year in Pat Daley as he settles on a club closer to home, that of JOONDALUP. It is a big pickup for the side up North, with a young squad and all as keen as beans, Daley is a useful back end player for them

17th July - The big Nick himself, Nick Reagan has departed South Perth and crossed to their north of the river cousins NORTH PERTH for the season ahead, joining his sister there. It is a big move for Reagan after many years at South Perth, he said to me this will be the first time in 30 years his home club is a grass based club. Wow. Reagan has skippered for 149 games in the PL at the rate of 62 wins, 81 losses and 6 draws. He will be a huge asset to North Perth as they look to climb from 2nd Div to 1st Blue.

17th July - Some country transfers now, both of these players joining Dudley Park, John Trewhella (I didn't hear if Matt was also involved in the transfer) from Halls Head and Will Hyatt also crossing from Mandurah. The Dudley Park top side is resembling a very strong metro White side and would even press some Premier League clubs.

25th June - Confirmed, Travis Leahy has joined Kardinya from Melville, joining him is Brin Regan, Peter Larard and possibly Scott Maule. I'm not sure of those guys but increasing your numbers only improves the depth of the club.
22nd June - We are hearing of some departures from Melville, including Travis Leahy, most well known for his semi final in the Champion of Champion singles in 2019. Rumour has it he will be joining KARDINYA, a very handy pick up for them

Keith Manton has bought a property in Albany and so won't be lining up for Fremantle next season. It looks a wonderful place to retire to as well. I've heard DENMARK might be the club he joins but we'll wait and see

17th June - WILLETTON will be the new home for Cameron Girvan for the upcoming season. This statement from the club -
"Cameron is a well-credentialled bowler, having played 1 Red pennants for Melville some years back. While there he won two State Fours championships, going on to be runner-up in the Australian champion of champions event in one of those years.
Most recently he played One White at Mt Pleasant before taking a break for a few years.
Willetton played in the Second Division Challenge Playoffs two years ago, and were well placed prior to the disruption to this year's pennants. They will likely be competitive again this year with the addition of Cameron to their ranks."

17th June - Jeff Post has parted ways with Warwick, but where will he end up? North Beach or Sorrento seem the front runners at the moment.

5th June - Harley Goddard, a player with Gosnells has picked up stumps and joined BASSENDEAN for the upcoming season. A young player with keen ambitions just wanting to expand his game.

28th May - MOSMAN PARK have announced their new greenkeeper, this statement from President Michael Grace -
Mosman Park Bowling Club is pleased to announce the appointment of former State Skipper, Scott Edmonds as Head Greenkeeper commencing on the 15th June 2020.
Not only is Scott a highly regarded greenkeeper but he will also be a welcome & valuable addition to our Premier League or 1 White sides on Saturdays & Thursdays.
With promotion/demotion remaining unclear until late September we are confident of being more than competitive no matter what Division we end up in.

27th April - MOUNT LAWLEY have advised that Guy Herriott has joined them for hte season upcoming. Herriott from Doubleview and prior to that Inglewood comes with some good crednetials, another youngish guy to fit in to that club as they try get promotion to One White for the first time ever.

20th April - Marc Abonnel has accepted a position as the new bar manager at the COCKBURN Bowling Club, will this see a move from Kardinya for the season ahead? Time will tell.

2020/21 season player movements above

18th December - MT LAWLEY will be the new home for Del Evans, someone who transferred to Cambridge in the off season but has moved to the Mounters to help in their quest to remain in the 1st division and build in the future up the 1st division ranks.

17th December - Hearing that John Carlson has left Bedford and will now play for NORTH BEACH. Carlson is avery steady bowler who may break in to their Premier League but is more likely to start in their White side, if the rumour is true.

13th December - This has been sent to me overnight - Tony Krajancic has signed as a playing member of the KARDINYA Bowling Club and is likely to suit up for the Kats for the first time in mid January. Tony, who is best known for his soft touch as a draw bowler and booming drive as a skipper, has been away from the bowls scene for about three years after incurring a work-related injury. Tony has an outstanding record in WA bowls; he has won multiple Premier Division pennants with Cockburn; he is a dual Rosenthal Medallist, a State singles and pairs champion, plus a State over 60s singles champion.

10th December - WANNEROO has seen another player leave their ranks, this time it's Neville Costello who has stopped bowling for the time being and taken up extreme ironing. This can be a vicious past-time for a non-bowling male, but we wish him all the best.
**UPDATE**Neville has joined the North Beach Bowling club and will be a welcome addition to their stocks for the remainder of the season

10th December - FREMANTLE have gained Keith Manton as he crosses from Mosman Park to his local club Fremantle who sit just a 5 stumble home. Keith loved his time at mosman Park but the attraction of a club close to home was too appealing and he has left, starting at Frementle this week if selected. I'm sure he will be a handy acquisition to the club as they look to hold Blue South

18th November - Warnbro have lost Willie Tan as he crosses mid season and will now line up for MOSMAN PARK for the rest of the season. Not sure if he will jump straight back in to the side that beat his former team on Saturday, but you'd think he will get a chance at some stage this year.

18th November - OSBORNE PARK will unveil it's new recruit Toni Madigan tomorrow in their game against Melville. I haven't seen the teams but I have heard she will start as a third and will give that team plenty of depth and strength for the season ahead.

28th October - Just goes to show it's never too late to transfer clubs. The Pasalich rink from last year at Stirling including Segan, Mark and Andrew have all transferred to OSBORNE PARK. So another junior hitting the Saints with Segan showing a lot of promise and a big future.

25th October - FREMANTLE has seen a late transfer of Colin Moore, leaving Kardinya to join his friends there as they start to build a very competitive side in Blue South and their desire to keep moving up the table and play White next year.

24th October - Could be the last change before the season commences Saturday, but Mark Krajancic jnr has crossed from Cockburn and will be joining the SPEARWOOD Bowling Club for the season ahead. Haven't seen much of the son of a gun bowl but he has the bloodlines so be interesting to see him progress.

19th October - MORLEY are trying their hardest to alleviate their slide down the ladder with some bowlers who have crossed from Stirling to join them this year. Allan Erceg, John Ursich and Mike Radalj are now Mavericks and their presence will put some halt to their expected slide down to Blue next season. All 3 have played Premier League in a good Stirling side so they will bolster the playing stocks immeasurably for the season ahead.

13th October - Gun junior Patrick Quinlan is back playing bowls again and re-joined OSBORNE PARK. With 2 promising young bowlers to the club, I suspect but don't know that they will be exposed early on in a back end position I would think. We know that Jack East is likely playing 3rd to Cody Packer, where Quinlan slots in will be interesting. The Saints building for the future and it looks good.

13th October - Sometimes living close to a club is all that is required to move, and here we see Grahame Maesepp switch clubs from Rossmoyne to join COCKBURN for the season ahead.

10th October - That player is Michael Yates the greenkeeper at Perth & Tatts and also his club for last year but he has transferred to play at KARDINYA for the season ahead. At his best he will slot into the Kardy team, be interesting to take note of his selection for round 1. Kardinya of course have a 1 White team and you would think he will play there if unable to play PL

Big news was the signing of Stewart Gosstray to DOUBLEVIEW. Since returning from retirement he has spent 5 years at Kalamunda and a being previous state squad player, the yearn for a higher level competition (I suspect) has seen this move from a club I know he loves but moving to Doubleview will see him ply his trade at the highest level again. With Scott Edmonds unavailable early due to injury, Gosstray will provide some much needed backend support to the team.

Ian Cornthwaite looks like he is returning to his former club in SWAN for the season ahead. He has played the last couple of years at Kalamunda and will likely return to Swan with skippering duties after the departure of Shane Anning to Darwin.

YOKINE is the club that sees Shane Shaw make his return to bowls. Shaw is a player that I know the name of and he was quite an accomplished bowler back in the day, so he looks a good pick up for the Doggies in the season ahead.

QUINNS ROCKS looking to consolidate this years side with some new players and a big in with a past player coming back We would like to welcome Steve Myers from Wanneroo Chris Bartel former Innaloo Premier league player who had a few games for North Beach last Year and the Big Man himself Brian (Axy) Axford returning to his old stomping ground. Along with Michael Ong and Kris Birch looking forward to a big season ahead. (Thanks to Shane Smith for that report)

MOSMAN PARK will be the new home for 2 new players, Otto Dawson and Geoff White after crossing from Kardinya and Melville respectively, they will be useful pickups after the departures of Rooster Wishart and Paul Walker, but they have offset these losses with some good ins with Dale Marsland and Drew Daley. with such a different team to last year if they can gel early it will go a long way to retaining the Premier League

WARWICK have convinced Bernie McNamara to return to Warwick and play there this season. He had 6 years at Doubleview, and he has stated "A huge thanks to The View with the wonderful opportunities they gave me and some fantastic times on and off the green. No ill feelings towards the Club whatsoever,just time to return to Warwick which is just down the road and let's see what happens."

Richard D'Souza is the latest signing for BASSENDEAN as he crosses from South Perth. D'Souza has a habit of showing up in state events and could become a useful signing for the Lions

What SOUTH PERTH loses they gain with Derek Angell moving to their club from Vic Park. Angell already settled in by featuring in the South Perth team trying to qualify for the BPL this weekend. Good luck to them!

This from Ross Bolton - Blake Nairn has joined the Cambridge Knights for the coming season. Blake will provide Cambridge with another class player at the back end and with the loss of David Opie will have a major roll to play in Cambridge's bid for a flag. Blake is looking forward to a fresh start at Cambridge and is more than comfortable playing on the Club's synthetic greens, having played many times in the Thursday winter pairs competition over the last couple of years.

This from Ross Bolton - David Opie from CAMBRIDGEhas decided to take a break from Pennants this year. His work commitments, along with a young family have made it difficult for David to put the time in to commit to a full season. He will remain a member at Cambridge and will play in a few events from time to time. David has been a very loyal Member of Cambridge for many years now and the Club wish him all the best and look forward to him returning to bowls when he is ready.

Great news for OSBORNE PARK as they will be see young star Jack East cross over from Rossmoyne and join the Premier League competition. It will be interesting where they play Jack, someone whom I rate very highly as a draw bowler and someone I am predicting will win the State Singles within 5 years. This will certainly raise the spirits of the Saints who have had some departures lately but also Rossmoyne to be congratulated for developing Jack and his bowls.

SOUTH PERTH sees the return of Tyrone Alberti after a couple of years at Leeming and will be hoping to press his claims in the top side. We know Mitch Cranswick has moved to NSW and I did hear that David Downey might be playing cricket this Summer so there are vacancies for Alberti to fill

Another transfer I have known for a while and forgot to post is that Wayne Heldt has crossed to FREMANTLE to be with friends and tap in to the vibe that is surrounding that club at the moment. With new facilities and playing in One Blue it's going to be an exciting time for that club this year

Bassendean are reeling with the departure of Drew Daley as he rejoins MOSMAN PARK. It's closer to home and the opportunities for him appear greater at the Mossies than at the Lions. It's a big loss for the front end of Bassendean as they have been recruiting some good back end players to the club but superb news for Mosman Park who have got an out and out lead bowler in to their midst

Rumour only this time but from a reliable source as Steve Novak might have flown the coop and joined KARDINYA for the season ahead. Great news for Kardy as Novak is a hard man to outdraw on his day and won't find the synthetic foreign to him. Bad news for Warnbro as they have lost a few good players tis year and it looks like a monumental task to remain in the PL but they have a great home ground advantage a club with lots of fighhters there still

**CONFIRMED** Steve has contacted me to confirm he is moving to Kardinya, he has recently bought a house in Coogee and Kardy is a bit closer to home but loved his time at Warnbro and still has many good friends bowling there

GOSNELLS have got a great off field signing with Tony Hockey joining them to take on some coaching at the club. The club has also attracted some up and coming bowlers from Roleystone, when I know their names will post that news as well.

WARWICK are trying to build their club and strong rumours are they have recruited some Premier League players both male and female, no names no pack drills just yet but it is very intriguing who they might have snaffled. Wanneroo the obvious target as they aren't far away and people seem to be leaving that club in droves.
**BREAKING NEWS - did hear that one of the players may be Peter Marinovich from Stirling, a player with Premier League experience and can play all positions

SWAN is losing Shane Anning for a while as moves to NT with work and a bit of a sea change for him and his family. At this stage Darwin Social Bowling Club is the closest to where he will be living so may be the club he joins. Shane will be running the Paravista Motel located in Parap and hopes to see many WA bowlers visiting and staying for next years Carnival.

SPEARWOOD sees former player Terry Rusden return from Kwinana and the club continues to bolster their playing group and remain in 1st Blue and try to get that promotion to 1st White for the future.

I suspect when Kyle McIlroy and Dave Rankin were playing pairs in the PBA last year, they got chatting to young Canadian star Eric Galipeau and they have conviced him that DOUBLEVIEW would be a good club to grow his game for a season. Being only 18 years of age, he is already a World Champion U25 Mixed Triples player, U/18 National Champion and of course qualifying for the PBA Pairs in January this year. Good luck to Eric!

Shane Rixom has re-joined SORRENTO after returning to NSW last season. He was sorely missed as he was an integral part of the 2017 team that earned promotion as skipper, so his return will be welcomed as they look the early favourites to jump straight back into the top flight. Also some news is that John Goddard has returned to the Metro area and will join Sorrento as a non-playing coach. He is an excellent coach and administrator and his presence is an absolute bonus for the club.

Also joining BASSENDEAN - is Sian and Emma Smith from York. They will be continuing to play Midweek at home and then travel to Metro to play on Saturdays. Bassendean haven't had a ladies side on Saturday for a few years, and with the Smiths joining as well as Linda Kenny from Scarborough and a few home grown novices, it will be a strong side initially. We can also say that this will be the last Smith to join Bassendean. This season.

OSBORNE PARK - will be where Travis Ingram will play his bowls next season after departing Morley. He was one of a few competitive bowlers last season and will likely get a game in the top side at the Saints

BASSENDEAN - has seen Stein Davies join them after a year off from bowls has found that spark and looking forward to the season ahead. The Lions are putting together a good squad of bowlers as they look to play finals again for the first time in 3 years

BASSENDEAN - sees young Matt Whitely join them from Bindoon. Whitely is a current Development Squad member and played in the recent Country v City All Stars game. An up and comer with plenty to offer the front end at Bassendean.

MANNING - Huge news for Manning as Hailey Packer crosses from Osborne Park to join her friends at the Eagles. Massive loss for Osborne Park as they appear to be hemorrhaging across the club at the moment, but let's focus on Hailey, she will benefit from the experience of the ladies at Manning at the moment and I would be guessing will get a skippers gig there.

OSBORNE PARK - 's loss is Gosnells gain. Grant Nicol has decided that travel has become too great and he will be playing closer to home at Gosnells now. The General has been a rock at leading at the Saints and his departure will be a huge loss. Perhaps this is an opportunity that see Nicol play in a higher position at his new club and with him there we might see Gosnells in the Premier League soon.

QUINNS ROCKS - looks to be the new home for Kris Birch as he moves closer to home and transfers from Maylands. Quinns are building nicely, Birch a handy player and will add depth to the club

MOSMAN PARK - will be the new home for Dale Marsland in a big move and a massive loss for Manning, but the Mossies delighted with him joining. Of course Marsland has played at Mosman Park before when they were last in the Premier League so it's a return home of sorts. He will head up the PL team, responsible for its selection, recruitment, team program and culture. It will certainly make them a competitive outfit

OSBORNE PARK - is where Cody Packer is staying. Rumours have been flying around since the Australian Open about his future club, that being Manning or Mosmna Park mainly but he is staying at Osborne Park, he enjoys the club and wants to repay them the faith they showed in him when he crossed from Bedford a couple of years ago. Good news for Osborne Park!

JOONDALUP - is where young Wes Neilsen will end up as another leaves Wanneroo. Joondalup a club on the rise with young ben Leggett there and rumours surrounding Dave Stanik might also end up there as they want to rise up the ladder towards PL. Wes will be good for the club

BASSENDEAN - Will be the new home for Wayne Neilsen as he appears to have shaken off some injuries and looks to put a full season ahead for the Lions. His inclusion on the back of Fewster and Manton in recent weeks adds plenty of depth to the club who also have a White side. There might be more to come for Basso as well.

QUINNS ROCKS - welcome Michael Ong from Wanneroo to their club for the season ahead, as sent to me he will play a pivotal role as Quinns aim to remain in Blue and push for promotion this year. Ong is a solid player and very likeable and should fit in nicely

BASSENDEAN - sees Stephen Fewster cross from Wanneroo to join them in the season ahead. A very handy player who can play in any position, he will leave a hole at Wanneroo as they see some personnel leaving them. But it's great news for Bassendean as they look to climb the ladder and push for finals again.

BASSENDEAN - will see Beau Manton return to them this season after a year at South Perth, a place he loved bowling at but the pull of his first club was too strong and he will be returning home. A newish bowler on the rise he will likely be playing a back end role and will fill out that position nicely.

SORRENTO - Earlier we reported that Shane Loftus had made the move to Kardinya but changes in his work situation has meant that is now not possible so he will remain at Sorrento and play the season there. Sorretno will be extremely happy with that news as they push to return to the PL.

MOSMAN PARK looks like it has lost the services of Rooster Wishart for the season ahead. While he has had a great 4 years at the club and helped to lift them from 1st Blue to the Premier League, he feels it is time to step away from the club and let them attack the season ahead as they try to stay in the top flight. Wishart will remain a social member of the club and still has loads of friends there and wishes them all the best in the season ahead. He remains unsure of where he will play bowls next year.

NORTH BEACH have lost Terry Jones and Jenni McLaughlin as they move to Sydney. At this stage the move is temporary but at least for a few years. Their departure is bad luck for North Beach as the men are back in the Premier League for the first time in about 10 years and of course McLaughlin a fixture in the Ladies PL side for a while. Good luck in their adventures and the next phase of their lives!

SORRENTO looks like it will be the new home of Peter Flack, crossing from Wanneroo. He has had a stellar 12 months with some good performances in State Events, Pennants and now the Australian Open. He will slot in nicely in their White side as they to get back in to the Premier League

SPEARWOOD will be the new home of Michael Radalj as he transfers across from Stirling. Radalj is a useful bowler and he will make a difference to the Spearwood side who are building nicely for the season ahead.

MANNING have strengthened their stocks in the season ahead as they welcome Lewis Grigg into the fold. Grigg has been a state player now for 3 or 4 years including the player of the series in his first year and tasted some skippering duties last year at Osborne Park but must feel that his future now lays with Manning. The Eagles stacking their side for a full on tilt at the flag next year.

SPEARWOOD welcome back to their nest Bill Stolk from Kwinana as they look to strengthen the player group as they look to hold Blue for the season ahead.

MANDURAH have a wealth of talent joining them next season and it seems Warnbro are the big losers. John and Matt Trewhella return, as does Alan Cowie. Dean Tinley leaves Mosman Park, Martin Bigg from Manning and also James Jaworski will be playing pennants again. That's a good 6 bowlers playing for that club next year.

MANNING will see the return of Steve Withers to their fold next season as he can't decide whether he wants to be a city bowler or a country bowler, and he is bringing with hin Scott O'Brien. O'Brien made the state squad this year after a very successful Everest last year and someone with some ability. Manning have lost Stumpy Collins though who returns to NSW but likely will retain Lee Such as he stays in WA another year.

???? will the return of Shenayde Heldt to the state see her return to bowls? If so will she go back to Manning or perhaps try a new club? Not sure of when the return will be but it's good to see her back in the state

KARDINYA will see the return to bowls of Ryan Hawke. Hawks played in the Mosman Park Premier League team some 8 years ago but hasn't really played much bowls since. He is returning to bowls and will join Kardy for the season ahead. Another handy recruit and good back up if required.

KARDINYA may have got another very handy player in Geoff White returning to them. White played at Melville last season but was at Kardinya a couple of seasons ago. He is a very experienced player and if he doesn't make the top side will be a more than adequate skipper in One White. Kardinya are building very nicely for the 2019/20 season.

KARDINYA have convinced Shane Loftus to move from Sorrento to the Kats where he will join his fellow State winning friends Kevin McKay and Daniel Brown. Loftus will be a handy player to the Kats as they look to go one step further next year and make the finals.

NORTH BEACH will welcome Paul Walker into their fold for the upcoming season. Walker has taken on the role as bar manager and leaves Mosman Park with nothing but good things to say about the club and bowlers, but being 5 minutes from home the decision was an easy one to make. He will bolster the playing ranks at The Beach as they aim to remain in the PL for the season.

MELVILLE Ladies may have won promotion to the Premier League but it would appear the whole 16 might be moving to Fremantle at the first opportunity. That won't mean Fremantle will move from 3rd division to PL in one season, so the Melville ladies will have to do it all again and work there way to the top. 'Tis only a rumour but will be explosive if it all comes about. Of course they might all be moving anyway if the club is forced to close by the council in the off season.

2019/20 season player movements above

MANNING has seen Murray Piggott after his stint travelling with his employer, the Navy, and it looks like he has signed again to the club for the remainder of the year. Whilst his chances of playing in the top side may look grim at the moment, he will certainly bolster the 2nds and push for selection down the track.

PERTHS AND TATTERSALLS greenkeeper Michael Yates has the greens running super slick and has crossed from Claremont to join them for the remainder of the season. Yates brings a wealth of experience and will greatly assist the club as it looks to build player depth and climb the pennant ladder

OSBORNE PARK sees the return of Ryan Brown after 6 games at Cambridge. Not sure why really as it appears he was skippering at Cambridge and will return to skipper at Ossy Park, but he is a good player and will add some depth to the club for sure.

MANDURAH will see the transfer of Mark Simpson from Dudley Park. It would probably be akin to a Collingwood player transferring to Carlton or East Fremantle to South Fremantle

OSBORNE PARK have been able to convince Blake Nairn that his new home will be as a Saint. Blake has left Bassendean and sought greener pastures. He is a player of immense ability, Basso's loss is Osborne Parks gain

SPEARWOOD has seen Bob Bavcevich and John Smith transfer to them from Melville. More departures and one must be concerned about the future of that club, but Spearwood happy to welcome a couple of useful pick ups

CAMBRIDGE will be the new home for Ryan Brown who has transferred right at the start of the season from Osborne Park. Not sure of the reason but we did notice him not in the PL team but skippering in the 2nds for this game, something has happened late to make this departure so close to the start of pennants.

MOSMAN PARK at the late stage of the season Dean Tinley has decided to switch from Mandurah to Mosman Park via Warnbro and will make an appearance in Mosmans top side this weekend. It's a blow for Warnbro as they aim to retain Premier League and this switch will make their going that little bit harder.

MOSMAN PARK have signed on Cameron Hoffman, brother Ben and father Jim, Terry Cranswick and Pat Daley. Daley, Cranswick and Cam Hoffman likely to start in the top side likly and Ben looks a handy prospect going forward as well. It really pushes Mosman Park into finals calculations and maybe even that coveted top spot with automatic promotion attached to that position.

EMU POINT will be the new country home for Matthew Mitchell and Jon Sharp, both moving down that way in the off season and playing country bowls this year. Certainl gives that club some back end strength!

DOUBLEVIEW have picked up the very decent acquisition in Daniel Trewhella for the season ahead. It may only be a handful of games but if they are winning and he enjoys it then it may be longer. They have lost Dave Rankin but gained John Slavich and DT, makes them very strong to go back to back for this season.

KARDINYA looks like they have an ex player returning to their midst, Dinko Golem back after spending some time at Stirling in what is probably a much stronger Kats team than when he left. A handy pick up on the brink odf the season for sure.

WARNBRO have been able to land Alan Cowie from Dudley Park to play for them this year, it'sd starting to make the Premier League very interesting this year, no real stand out selection to win and the demotion spots could spting a surprise now that Warnbro keep getting stronger as well.

OSBORNE PARK will be where Erron Martin plays his bowls next season after transferring during the week. He is a very good pick up to offset the loss of Sean Mawdsley who has moved to China for work reasons. Martin a bit of a swingman can play in all positions and will be starting in their PL side at the start of the year

BASSENDEAN looks to have gained another Vic Park player in Ruari Kenyon after he signed at the club on Friday. Another very useful player on their books pushing for Premier League selection

SORRENTO will be where Rhett Butler will don the jersey this season, he will be a more than adequate cover for Shane Rixom who has moved back home over East. A couple of the Morley players from last year are now calling Sorrento home for the season ahead

BASSENDEAN premiership players David Rhodes and Andy Elmer have returned to the Lions to further bolster there squad for the year ahead. Rhodes moving back after spending a year at Como and Elmer leaving Morley to return. Both will be handy acquisitions, especially Rhodes who looks a certainty to fill the spot vacated by Justin Opie

In no particular order, SOUTH PERTH looks like another father son combination reunited as Keith Manton makes the move from Mosman Park. KARDINYA also sees another move out of Mosman Park, this time John Rochford moves back to the club where he spent a few years, a few years ago. Dean Tinley is moving from Comet Bay back into the big smoke where he will don a WARNBRO shirt for this season.

Not restricted to mens, some state squad ladies are on the move as well, Jill Adam trying her hand in the city from Geraldton to OSBORNE PARK and not been a happy day at Mosman Park as Joanne Lancaster goes back to BEACON, I think winners of last years Country Small Club of the Year.

Who else? Oh yeah, been hearing for a while that DOUBLEVIEW will see the return of Jim Barry from Cambridge, that is still a rumour at this stage but it appears it could be the worst kept secret at the moment. Finally, BASSENDEAN getting more of a Victoria Park flavour as Aiden Cacciopolli joins them for the season ahead.

MANNING might be the new bowling home for Paul Kelly from Stirling, still not 100% this departure but word is pretty strong that Kelly is on the move. A very handy player indeed would only be moving if playing in the top side at Manning.

MANNING has grabbed Lee Such from Soldiers Point Bowling club, Such may be well known to those who have watched some bowls from NSW and the Australian Open as he does some commentary, and is also a very good bowler. Manning have given him a job, not sure what job that is but welcome to Perth Lee!

NOLLAMARA is not a club that appears in these pages often but they have managed to secure the services of Andy Garlick to their club for the season ahead.

SORRENTO will be the new home for Murray Hulbert, a Wanneroo player of many years and is one of many to leave that club in the off season. A good froint end player will be oushing for selection in their PL this season.

GOSNELLS have had 2 very handy players rock up to their club for the season ahead, Frank Carbone and Wayne Heldt. Heldt returning to the club he called home about 20 years ago. They will be very handy recruits as Gosnells look to climb the ladder into White.

BASSENDEAN looks like it will be the new home for Henry Lim, not sure about Lorraine yet as the Ladies at Bassendean aren't strong or that many but it looks like Henry will be joining for the season ahead.

MOSMAN PARK have announced that 1991 State Pairs winner Peter Collins has joined from Dalkeith. He is an accredited coach as well and according to president Michael Grace will be a great addition to the club for the season ahead.

BASSENDEAN welcome Joe Krstic from Victoria Park Carlisle and also Mike Bessant from Doubleview to their club for the year ahead. Bessant and Krstic choosing to bowl closer to home and they will be looking to fill the gaps with the departing players

MANNING will see State leader Toni Madigan moving back closer to home and join Mundaring for the season ahead. Mundaring I've been told have been promoted to the top flight and have been a bit of a yo yo in recent years but the arrival of Madigan will surely see them shore up a spot in the PL hopefully for a few years

DUDLEY PARK will field a team this year that would be very competitive in Metro 1st division as their latest addition Brad Ball joins them for the year. Travelling such a long distance in the 2nd half of the season when he switched to Sorrento has seen him join a club closer to home for the season ahead.

MANNING look to be the destination for Stephen Patterson for the season ahead. Patterson hasn't played much bowls in recent years because of his work committments but he is now back full time and looks like moving to a club closer to where he lives. It's a huge loss for Bassendean and a very handy pickup for Manning.

DOUBLEVIEW have been able to offset the departure of Dave Rankin with the return of John Slavich. Everyone knows the class and skill of Chevy and it's good to see him remain in the Premier League for the season ahead.

KARDINYA seems to be a popular destination for the people leaving Melville as Brad Henley has joined them for theit tilt at a flag this year. Henley was the leading skipper in the Melville Blue team last year so he will definitely push for a berth in the top flight

MANNING is where Steve Collins will ply his trade this season. A bowler from Soldiers Point in NSW which play in the Hunter-Newcastle League, he comes with some PL experience over there and will be a welcome addition to their squad.

KARDINYA have been very active in the off season, now we see confirmation that Kevin McKay has re-joined the club, but also Paul Davies is on their books after crossing from Leeming. It promises to be a strong Kats side this year.

KARDINYA have gained the services of John Terrell and Chris Jones. Both have Premier League experience but either way that makes their One White side also very strong. Could we see an all synthetic final in the PL between South Perth and Kardinya?

SOUTH PERTH welcome back Vinnie Santostefano from Claremont where he played for a couple of seasons, again stregnthening the chances of a South Perth finals series and a deep run for the season ahead. Claremont on the other hand losing about 9 players I have heard, bad news for them and it may spell the death knell of that fine club with loads of tradition. Let's hope they can entice some locals to play bowls and keep that club going.

KARDINYA have landed a coup with none other than state player Dave Rankin playing for them next year. The travel was a huge factor in his decision, and leaves on a high after the flag winning year last season. If the rumours surrounding Brown, Trewhella and McKay turn out to be true, with Rankin the Kats look like a top 4 side and maybe even a grand finalist.

OSBORNE PARK these are really only rumours but very strong ones, Lewis Grigg appears to be on the move over the Manning, he will be a great offset to some of the people that have left Manning since last season. Grigg a state player and a handy acquisition. But for Osborne Park it looks like they might be getting John Goddard back into the camp after his one season in the country to play with family. It would be hard to see Goddard come back to skipper after the success of the 4 they had last year but he will fill thirds position vacated by Grigg nicely.

NORTH PERTH may well be the forerunner to similar moves of this nature, where we see Sally Wilke joining the club this year to play competitive bowls. North Perth do not currently have a ladies team and so the current rules of our game mean that Sally be able to play at the highest level that North Perth can offer, which I think this year will be 3rd division.

It is in line with a few letters we have received concerning Ladies Saturday pennants, and Wilke has obviously felt she wasn't getting enough quality game time playing on a Saturday afternoon against the same sex. I am quite a big fan of the Ladies playing a Saturday comp in line with their Tuesday comp at 9.30am, if we see more moves like this that looks like it might be something that has to happen sooner and not later. My recent poll saw 14 women like the proposal and 2 against whilst the men who voted were 36 in favour and 22 against. A change like this has to come from the women, let's hope they see that getting working women under 60 into the sport means they need to be playing out of the heat of the day and not conflicting with the men at 9.30am Saturdays

SOUTH PERTH will be the new home for David Downey and Mitch Cranswick for this season and few more as the Millers are really building a strong bunch of players to press for the flag this year and be a strong side for many to come. Downey and Cranswick both finishing studies this year and will be able to commit to bowls fully and South Perth very lucky to have nabbed these guys.

BASSENDEAN welcome the services of Butch Dinnison from Victora Park for the season ahead. With the departures the club has seen Dinnison will be pushing for a spot in the vacancies created.

WARNBRO have welcomed Dean Tinley from Innaloo and Mosman Park and Steve Unsworth from Pinjarra. Unsworth of course is our Regional Bowls Manager for the Southern area of WA. They will provide some good depth to the club wanting to hold Premier League in their first crack at it.

BASSENDEAN has lured young star Marcus Simpson (and potentially his Mum) as well to it's club from Rockingham. Simpson a state junior wanting more opportunities as he develops his game, will add some front end depth to the club rebuilding after it's departures of recent years. Only 8 players left from the Premier League winning team of only 2 seasons ago.

NORTH BEACH will be where Mark Douthie calls home next year, this had been circulating for a while but came to a certainty Friday night when he joined the club. North Beach close last year in White and guys like Douthie will give them some good punch for the season ahead.

OSBORNE PARK will be the new home for Phil Potts, a long time Wanneroo player but wants to continue his PL career elsewhere. Loads of whispers about another 4 or 5 players moving out of Wanneroo, so it could be a few years before we see them again in the top flight. Potts a notoriously solid leader will help greatly as the Saints look to go that one step further next season

QUINNS ROCKS are a club on the rise with their junior program and getting back to Blue North next season have recruited hard and sees ex player John Berecz rejoin the fold from Morley. We also see Wanneroo stalwart Laurie Johnson move across as well. Berecz an extremely good back end bowler and Johnson very steady up front, they are good signings for the season ahead.

DOUBLEVIEW will be without premiership player Ben Willesee next season as he takes up a job in England for a while. A steady player, with other potentials I'm hearing abou the View he will be a big loss. We wish Ben all the best in England

SOUTH PERTH have lured Beau Manton away from Bassendean to join his good friend Justin Opie at the Millers this season. It is a handy list South Perth are putting together, look for them to be playing finals at year end.

MELVILLE is losing another few bowlers, the name I have been given is Brad Henley, and a couple of his mates at Melville have all left as well, not sure of their destination as yet but from all accounts are very good bowlers and I'm sure any club in their vicinity will welcome them with open arms

SPEARWOOD will be the new home for Ken Gavranich, this note from Ivan Unkovich
Spearwood are pleased to announce that Ken Gavranich, an up and coming young bowler, will be joining them next season as they move to Div 1 White for the first time.
We have room for two more quality players under our ‘salary cap’ so don't leave it to the last minute if you want the opportunity to play in one white next season.

MANNING while they might be getting some people from Melville, as well as Frank Carbone leaving, also hearing that Matty Ayres with a new baby due soonish as well Rob Tiller may be taking a year off bowls for family reasons. With Matt Mitchell also leaving, they also appear weaker than last year at this stage if these rumours turn out to be true

CAMBRIDGE appear to be losing a few names for next season. Pieter Harris assessing his future and may take a year off to the recharge the batteries, Jon Sharp moving down south may be joining Albany next year. some huge names leaving the Knights if they come about.

MELVILLE - the exodus appears to have begun with the recent meetings held there and a committments from the club to stay has seen some names decide to seek other clubs. Decisions not made yet as to where they might end up, but the names I am hearing are: Matt Allen, Shane Adams, Brett Adams, Merv Hughes, Jim Stewart. Manning appear to be the recipient to most of these names

KARDINYA seem to be at the forefront of some recruits, hearing that State Fours members Daniel Trewhella and Kevin McKay joining Kardinya with Daniel Brown prepared to commit for the whole season. Haven't been able to confirm that one yet but if it comes off will make them a very strong side in Premier League next year.

GOSNELLS will see the return of former player Frank Carbone from Manning to join them in the season ahead. Frank has mentioned to me that he wants to be close to home, he has achieved what he can from bowls and looks forward to the plans that Gosnells offers going forward. I think you have plenty of good bowls in you Frank and we'll see your name again in lights

SOUTH PERTH will be the new home for Justin Opie after his stellar career at Bassendean. He is a great pick up for South Perth both on and off the green, his signing alone puts them in with a finals chance next year.

SORRENTO in the news again with Mal Burton, Bryce Gunson and Mike Browne joining them for the season ahead. All having PL experience from this year will help the club with depth this season - they are putting a fair squad together and won't be automatic demotion material.

MANNING look to have gained the services of Steve Hughes for the next season, well, he is about 98% sure. He may struggle to get in to the Premier League team but he will be a handy addition to the 2nds as they try and win promotion back from 2nd division

SORRENTO contacted me today to confirm Leith Oldham won't be going to Quinns but will in fact pull on the blue and white of Sorrento next season. Joining him is Allan Barron. I don't know much of Leith but Allan is certainly well credentialled and will fit in well.

SOUTH PERTH have raided enticed some Vic Park players by tempting the very loud but very good player Tom Reid and up and coming bowler Patrick Keeffe into their fold. They are good recruits and should complement the club very well for next season

QUINNS ROCKS are building and have heard whispers again and know that John Berecz might be heading back there after a few years away. He would be a handy asset for a club wanting to push for White next year. Any rumours surrounding Brian Axford are untrue, he will be staying at Yanchep although Leith Oldham may be on the move to Quinns.

BASSENDEAN are losing a player synonymous with that club, Justin Opie has decided he needs to move on, destination unknown at this stage but I have heard it might be Fremantle or South Perth, or maybe somewhere completely different!. Not even Opie knows at this stage, but a huge loss for Bassendean who finished the year in 5th spot in the PL

ALBANY would be well pleased to see the Mitchell name back in the area. Matt is going home to the family farm, unsure yet which club in the area he will join, but he is a massive loss to Manning and to the Metro area. He stills harbors state ambitions and moving to the country should not hinder that at all.

2018/19 season player movements above

WARNBRO have welcomed back Ryan Philpott to their fold for the 2nd half of the year. He will play a couple of games in the 2nds before returning to the top side. He of course played with Manning in the flag of a couple of years ago and Manning I'm sure would have loved to have him back, but he is returning home

SORRENTO have got another Ball on to their books, Terry Ball making the move as well from Warnbro. I'm not sure he has played this year but he will certainly be pushing for selection at Sorrento who are building a nice squad of bowlers looking to play Premier League next year

OSBORNE PARK it appears as if Lee Farrell has made the move over to Osborne Park, i think partially due to his wife getting more opportunities but he is a handy back up for the PL team if they need someone, and more than handy for the White team who are struggling at the moment

SOUTH PERTH have gained the services of Dean Calvo late in the piece, he will come straight into the top side I think and will be a welcome addition. I've spoken with Dean and he loved his time at Gosnells but wanted to try his hand in the PL and South Perth seemed the perfect fit for him.

MOSMAN PARK have enticed Andrew Garlick to transfer from Doubleview to them for the remainder of the year.

OSBORNE PARK have gained the services of Innaloo bowlers Frank Langley and Alan Taylor. The numbers departing Innaloo keep rising, it's gotta stop on December 31st I suppose!

INGLEWOOD have gained the playing services of Graeme Carey, the Bassendean greenkeeper for the remainder of this season. Carey won the best player at the club for their Blue side last year, playing third to Aaron Staples will make that rink very formidable going forward and his ability will propel the club to a big chance for promotion

MELVILLE has gained another departing Mt Pleasant player, this time it is Greg Quann, who i don't think has played a game this year but the dramas at Mt Pleasant has claimed another victim.

MT PLEASANT have lost another 2 players. Have heard Chris Jones and John Wray moving to Melville, and now today Merv Hughes and Wayne Heldt leaving the club. I think both also moving to Melville. It is interesting to see these people move and there must be something more at play now.

BASSENDEAN have transferred across from Mosman Park Drew Daley, an ex-New South Welshmen moved here through work and with his house movement to Belmont has chosen a club closer to home to play for and plonked for Bassendean.

MORLEY have welcomed former player Bruce Urquhart, or Buffy back on to their playing roster for the remainder of the season. I don't really know when he last played pennants and the even longer for a full season but he is a quality player and for the team currently sitting 3rd to welcome a player of his calibre in to line up improves their chances of finals action no end. Likely to be a middle player with some options to skipper if things go astray I would think.

MT PLEASANT have lost a further 2 players, Chris Jones and John Wray have departed, not sure where to at this stage. When a couple of players leave a club it's seen as normal, but I think there have been quite a few now that have left in the past 2 seasons, is everyone leaving because of the upcoming closure of the club or something more sinister? We'll probably never know

MELVILLE are the receipients of a couple of bowlers who have left Mt Pleasant, Jim Stewart the gentleman of bowls and John Smith have made the move mid-season. Next season if the venue is ready these 2 clubs are likely to merge anyway.

STIRLING has gained the services of Mike Vitale, who leaves South Perth after his stellar 5 game career at that club. Vitale was at Stirling last year. He may appear in their side for this week but will be there for there next weeks game.

KARDINYA sent me their teams today and I noticed the name of Paul Brotherston appear, of course played the early games at Cockburn but has made the move and now finds himself at Kardinya. Not sure when this actually happened, but it will be his first game in PL side of Kardinya this week.

SORRENTO were the first port of call when Brad Ball decided to leave Warnbro after 4 games and it's a case of Warnbro's loss is Sorrento's gain. Ball did not play on Sunday against Sorrento as his old club went to town on his new club. Still it's only 5 games in and Sorrento looks like skippering straight away this week with Ball

SOUTH PERTH have enticed Richard D'Souza to play with them this year. D'Souza of course played at Mt Lawley last year after starting at Wanneroo so has PL experience and South Perth have picked him for the PL side for the weekend.

NOLLAMARA have gained the services of Peter Vellios from Stirling and Rob Amos from Morley for this round onwards.

OSBORNE PARKWe have most Premier League teams now, and the Osborne Park is missing a few people from last season. Daniel Trewhella can't commit to a full season, Neil Payne with some injuries and Patrick Quinlan playing cricket this season. With no ins of note I think they have gone from certs to play finals to now sit with a number of teams in the mix.

MORLEY have selected Stu Bainbridge in their side for the opening of pennants this Saturday, it was a rumour we had heard about a month or so ago but denied and he was selected in the initial Doubleview team, but for some reason has since changed clubs and is now lining up for Morley. When I got the sides I saw the name of Mike Browne in their list as well, he has also switched clubs. Makes the Morley team look good on paper, now to deliver on the green.

SWAN have been the receipient of the departing Toodyay player, none other than the big fish himself, Keith Straughan, who is now playing in the big smoke again. swan happy to welcome him into their fold and he will be a good pick up for them as they try and hold Blue North

Players committed to Innaloo this season but now departing, have ended up at the following clubs that I know of so far (and doesn't include the ladies that have departed either, most have ended up aty either North Beach or Scarborough) -
NORTH BEACH - J Clayton, R Aitken, C Bartle, R Munday
STIRLING - C Hoffman, J Hoffman, T Cranswick
NOLLAMARA - M Lane, R Amos
HOLLYWOOD/SUBIACO - D Lindsay
DOUBLEVIEW - A Tennant
CLAREMONT - M Cranswick
OSBORNE PARK - B Wood, B Poggi, G Matthews, F Langley, A Taylor
BASSENDEAN - T Alden, R Revell, P Harber
WARWICK - R Hill, J McNamara, G Smith

CLAREMONT have recruited ex-Doubleview and bypassing Innaloo to join Claremont is Mitch Cranswick to their side and as Mens Captain Martin Downey has emailed

Claremont Bowling Club’s theme of ‘come and be a part of something special’ has enticed young Mitch Cranswick, formerly of Doubleview, to join young David Downey as another new skip for the coming season in 2nd Division.

Anyone interested in joining the party is urged to contact Men’s Captain Martin Downey, Selector Michael Yates or Club President Ian White’.

It looks like Claremont are building towards something special this year

WANNEROO no sooner have we announced the arrival of Ashley Grundy, but Tod Weir has also crossed to the Roos from Osborne Park seeking opportunities in the Premier League I am sure. I don't know much about Tod but skipper last year in the White side and is a young player which is always good for the game

WANNEROO have been chatting to Toodyay's Ashley Grundy and this week he signed on to play for the Roos this year. Grundy has had some country week success and is always there-a-bouts in state events sectional play so he will be a handy addition and may take a rink for the start of the season

MORLEY have been able to convince John Berecz that this season at least he is better served staying at Morley and playing with them. He will be handy for Morley to retain their position in the PL this year and a bit of a blow to the Yanchep club for not only on field but also off field

YANCHEP are building a few handy player additions this year, first Brian Axford and now it seems John Berecz has also made the move there. Berecz lives close by and seems like travel was probably the main reason he has chosen to stay and play close to home. There are some handy 2nd division sides this season in Blue divisions, might be an interesting comp to keep an eye on this year

KARDINYA have lost a couple of players leading in to this season, and very handy players they are too. Whilst Daniel Brown hasn't 100% made up his mind, at this stage he and good mate Daniel Trewhella will spend the Summer fishing and making sporadic appearances in State Events and maybe some pennant games. Both players are huge losses for their respective clubs.

STIRLING look to have gained the servies of Dinko Golem, who advised Kardinya during the week that he will cross and go back to his former club for this season. Golem was one of the leading skippers at the club and Stirling will welcome him back as they build a decent squad for the season.

CORRIGIN The final person to depart Kardinya this season will be Louie Beaurteaux, who has decided to stay home this year and play in the country. I think it was Corrigin but it could be another club near his home, but he completes the trifecta of players departing Kardinya. Being so close to finals last year, these 3 leaving will put pressure on the remaining players to take that extra step, it might be they are under pressure to remain in Premier League.

INNALOO have lost a few people leading in to this season pennant, I will list them all the closer we get to the start of competition, but club president Terry Cranswick has convinced his son to cross from Doubleview and skipper a rink in their top side this year. Mitch Cranswick is a young player so will only get better with the exposure he gets this year in One White at the pointy end of the rink.

WARNBRO have sent to me a summary of their changes for the year, all incoming players which auger well for their season ahead in Blue South as they try and get promotion to White

Incomings
John and Matt Trewhella have joined the club again after a couple of seasons in the Mandurah League at the club of Halls Head. Matt one of the better leaders going around and John a condifence player a more than useful back end player
Willy Tan crosses from Cockburn and I think it might be his second stint at Warnbro
Terry Ball joins Brad as another Ball at the club (there are so many Balls around i know they are all related somehow...) and he will find a spot in the top side immediately
Dennis Nagle also returns from the Mandurah League and the Mandurah Bowling Club
Luke Piper is available until Xmas and Brad Cole will make himself available for the top side this year after playing in the lower divisions last year

AUNGIERS have left Osborne Park, Scott has found a new home at Manning and joins up with former Vic Park players Mitchell, Knott, Bowler amongst others. He will push for a spot in the top side but may start in the 2nds. Peter has re-joined his former home at Morley and unsure where he might slot back in, could be handy middle player but may just go back and skipper in their 2nds.

HOPETOUN are welcoming John Goddard into their ranks for the next season, I think family reasons are behind the move back to the country for Goddard and his leadership and ability will be sorely missed by Osborne Park. Can they cover his departure this season? I think they prepared for it with blooding Cody Packer last season as skipper and he did exceptionally well, and with their 2nds side always strong in White, they should be able to cover his playing ability, but he will be missed at the club he has called home for many seasons.

MORLEY have gained the services of Andy elmer from Bassendean. Elmer won last years singles final and is the current Bassendean champion and so his services would be heartily welcomed at his old club, but his time may be occasional depending on family committments. Hopefully we see more than the sporadic appeearance at his old club

NORTH BEACH also sees a more than handy ex-junior state representative in Steven Wattleworth transferring from Midland-Morrison. Wattleworth living in the area and wants to commit to bowls again full time, North Beach doing well to gain his services as they look to offset the departing players from last year with back end player

FORRESTFIELD look to be the main recipient of the Cannington/Mills Park closure as a handful of players make the move. From what little I know of Forrestfield they look to be gaining a few young players from Corporate bowling competitions and look to people from that club making their name known in a couple of years

MANNING The rumours page is not only about the men bowlers as we hear Rhonda Creyk has made the move from Thornlie to Manning for this season. It seems a tough top side to crack in to but vacancies have been made in the alternate Premier League team with the departure of a couple of players, including last years Mt Lawley consistency wonner Shaan Saunders, so we'll see ir Creyk makes the grade there

NORTH BEACH is where Ross Dempsey has called home again for this season, he had been toying with the idea of moving, Doubleview was the strong candidate but for this season he is staying put. North Beach trying to gain promotion and Dempsey will be a key part of that

BASSENDEAN has signed a handy player in Peter Madigan from Mundaring. Madigan skippered in their top side last year with some success and he will give some good depth to the Lions and may even break in to their Premier League team at some stage this year

MANNING looks like where Frank Carbone will be heading back to next year from his couple of years at Stirling. He is a very solid front end player and will be eyeing of a 2nds position in the top side but I'm sure being the team player he is will be happy with wherever he is placed for this year

VIC PARK Fact or fiction? Pictures tell a thousand words


I don't think Jim Barry is on the move but he took the opportunity to be a Red for a day

CLAREMONT this sent to me from the Claremont Club -

Further news since I spoke with you last is that the Claremont Bowling Club, after just missing out on promotion to 2nd division for the past 2 years, have accepted an opportunity of promotion offered to them by Bowls WA when another club pulled out.

As a result Claremont have been on the hunt for suitable players to bolster their player stocks to ensure they will be competitive in this division. The good news is that in addition to signing young David Downey they have also recruited Bill Owen from Doubleview. Their slogan at the club is ‘come and be a part of something special at this old, prestigious club’.

Anyone interested in being a part of this is urged to contact Bowls Captain Martin Downey, Selector Michael Yates or Club President Ian White.

Bill Owen is a handy recruit and will assist the club nicely as they contest 2nd division this year. The club that departed was Mt Pleasant but it sounds like Claremont will be a handy replacement as they have knocked on the door for the past couple of seasons.

QUINNS ROCKS have sent me this note about their players this season -

Goings
Brian Axford (Axy)
Axy former State Singles champ has left Quinn’s and is going to play for Yanchep this year. He has moved into the area and will be close to the Yanchep Club.
We would like to thank him for his past time with Quinn’s and wish him well at Yanchep.(Hope the fridges are well stocked)
Coming
Peter Allan We would like to welcome Peter to Quinn’s who has come to us from Osborne Park Peter has skipped down at Ossie Park and also plays as a lead.
Peter has moved to the area and sites the Travel distance as a bonus and is looking forward to the season ahead. He also leaves Ossie Park with no regrets and wishes them well for the coming season
Barry Crawford Barry is another that has moved to the area and is looking forward to the season with the mighty Quinn’s.
Barry’s Experience will be a great value to Quinn’s. Barry Leaves the Valley with regret but has had a great time there and wishes them well for the upcoming season. It will be great having Barry along with the support of his wife from the grandstand.
Adrian Allen Adrian has come to us from Yanchep we are looking forward to Adrian’s input and putting pressure on the top side players to keep them honest. Adrian has been playing in some of our winter comps and has been playing exceptionally well so watch out top side he will be looking to get up there sooner than later.
Along with Rob Pritchard. Ian Queen and Peter Karhu that have come up from social bowls have come on board for the pennants season these will be welcome additions to our current crop and will certainly trying very hard to keep all bowlers in all divisions honest.
We welcome all new bowlers to our club.

WANNEROO have been informed that Ron Bates won't be joining the club this year after finding work in Sydney and making the move over there, that has happened immediately and he is already over there in his new digs. His wife will be joining him in a couple of months after also finding work there. We all wish Ron the best in his new surrounds and look forward to seeing his name in a few results going forward.

On a side note Jarrad O'Donohoe moved to Melbourne a month or so ago and looks like he has joined Mentone for their upcoming season.

SPEARWOOD is happy to welcome Boris Yakas into their fold for the upcoming season from the Kardinya bowling club. I have a feeling Yakas also played PL at Cockburn some years ago, his playing ability will be welcomed at Spearwood, a welcome addition to the club.

DOUBLEVIEW looks like it has won the battle to gain the services of Addy Wetzler. Who??? Well he hails from Victoria, playing Premier League there for many years at Clayton and recently Mentone. He is early 30's, newly engaged to a Perth girl and moved here with her. At a child care centre he got talking with both Matt Mitchell and Corey Bessant about life and enquired how they knew each other and when lawn bowls was mentioned he said he was a keen bowler as well. The race was on, but it looks like Doubleview will be the preferred home. Welcome to WA Addy!

MELVILLE gains what Mt Pleasant has lost, Steve Hughes moving to a club that both clubs combining to form one club next season. Maybe it was to update his Melville shirt before that clubs shirts disappear as Hughes was a Melville player many years ago.

CAMBRIDGE it appears has gained the services of Sam Perica for the season, he leaves Cockburn looking to continue his PL career. A few have departed Cockburn now, might last season be the last time we see this great club in the top flight of bowls?

SWAN have been able to convince Phil Park that his future is best served staying with them and he has agreed, signing his membership papers and paying the fees to stay where he started.

CLAREMONT Mens Captain has sent this to me about a player joining their club this season - Word out of Claremont is that they have lured former Under 18 WA and Australian Singles Champion, David Downey, back to bowls from club cricket. David, who is about to turn 21 years, last played pennants in Premier Division for Manning four years ago. He gave pennants away when he started at University. David’s father, Martin, is the new Men’s Captain at Claremont and is trying to recruit some players to the 3rd division club. One can only wonder if there’s any truth in the rumour that the pressure to sign was in the form of any possible future inheritance

RIVERTON-ROSSMOYNE are the River Rats and looks like they have enticed John Carter and Chadd Hunt to their club for this season. Carter is a decent bowler who looks to be accumulating shirts quicker than a Trump rollback of an Obama policy, but Hunt I know nothing about. Carter certainly will add some depth to Rossmoyne looking to climb the pennant ladder.
6th Sept 17 More information has been sent to me, Chadd Hunt skippered last season for a solid record so will certainly hold his own at Rossmoyne. John Carter also letting me know he loved his time at Armadale and wishes them all the best but wanted to play somewhere closer to home. We all crave that club that is close to home and a good level of bowls, we wish them both a good year.

MORLEY looks like the home for next season of Phil Park, who is trying his hand in the big league. Park has only been bowling for a handful of years but shows some promise as a front end player, we'll see how he goes this year.

DOUBLEVIEW have gained the services of 2 very handy players for the season ahead, Stephen Cerff has transferred from Cockburn and Andy Garlick makes the move from Mosman Park. Doubleview have had a few changes in this off season both gains and losses, the final side still looks strong enough to be competitive in Premier League

KALAMUNDA have got back Milan Jokic after his 1 season playing with mates at the Manning Club. Milan lives not far from Kalamunda and his return was always on the cards. He looks likely to grab 1 of the skippers spots as Kalamunda look to remain in White this year.

BUSSELTONhave gained the services of a very handy player in Tony Walsh who leaves Cambridge and retiring in the country. I'm sure we will still see his name pop up in tournaments over the years.

MORLEY player Wayne Neilson has been linked to a change of clubs to Claremont but Wayne has categorically denied moving from Morley, saying this to me yesterday - "I have never spoken to anyone at Claremont and 100 percent if I play bowls this year it will be at Morley". So that rumour has been quashed, thanks Wayne for informing this site.

MANNING have been able to recruit Dale Marsland from Mosman Park, joining his mates at the Eagles, strengthening an already abundantly talented team. You would think he will be an immediate inclusion into the PL team. Marsland I think is currently dating Monica Huynh also from Mosman Park, will we see her changing clubs as well? Not at the moment but the season is still a few months away.

KALAMUNDA manager and part time player for them Howard Best and decided to leave the state of WA and go back to Queensland. During his time he has played top flight bowls at Innaloo, Kalamunda and Wanneroo but he has found work in Queensland and has resigned from his post at Kalamunda to move. Kalamunda have listed the position on Seek for a Club Manager, and we wish Yogi the best in his travels and future in bowls.

SOUTH PERTH have gained the services of swingman Mike Vitale for the season ahead from Cockburn. Vitale can play in all positions but will he get a spot in the strong South Perth team for this season. Time will tell.

CAMBRIDGE will be the venue that Lance Strahan is making his return to bowls at for the season ahead. His great mate is Clive Adams so it was always going to be the club he came back and played at. In his prime he was one of the top 10 bowlers in this state and while he may take a couple of games to get going, his back end game will be welcomed at the club looking to win another flag this year.

WANNEROO is the club that Ron Bates has joined for the upcoming season but work committments may curtail his bowling, we will know more on that front in the coming months. Bates arriving will be nice to offset the departures of Erron Martin to Bassendean and Jarrod O'Donahue whose partner has accepted a job in Melbourne and he will be moving to ply his trade over there. Both O'Donahue and Martin skippering at various stages during the last pennant year so their loss will be felt.

It seems the future of Stuart Bainbridge remains unclear, with MORLEY saying at this stage they are unaware of Bainbridge joining their club. So where will Bainbridge end up? Either club will benefit from his services, any more news about Stuart and he might need his own rumour page!

Rumour confirmed, one of the first rumours for the season was Stuart Bainbridge heading to MORLEY and that became fact over the weekend. Morley are putting together a very handy squad as they will be more than competitive in Premier League this season.

SWAN will be welcoming back Shane Anning from Bassendean to the club for the upcoming season. Shane wanted to try his hand but couldn't quite crack the strong Premier League team so he has moved back to Swan where he has family ties and a place he loves bowling at

LEEMING have opened their arms to Tyrone Alberti who has left South Perth. Not sure of the reasons for it but Leeming are a club looking to move up the 1st division ladder and Tyrone is a more than handy player and will complement the club in the coming season.

MANNING it seems will be without the services of Helen Morss for the Tuesday Pennants next year, as she focuses on work and studies, thus making Tuesday unable to bowl for her. She will be lining up for the Saturday Pennant though. With the age of our bowlers decreasing one will think this is already occurring for many other lady bowlers under the age of 55, we saw a few years ago Shenayde Heldt also not playing on a Tuesday due to work commitments.

I can foresee in the future the bowls in our state being Tuesday Ladies, Thursday Mens and Saturday Open Gender competition.

MANNING has informed Bowls360 that the original bowler, Chris Bowler has come out of the wilderness and committed to playing at Manning this season. He recently competed in the PBA qualifying in Mandurah and claimed some scalps so he looks ready to press for a spot in the top side. With Chris may come Scott Aungier but that has yet to be confirmed.

Those astute bowlers that have seen the announcement from WARNBRO about the Manning 5-a-side competition will have noticed the names Trewhella, both Matthew and John named in the side, confirming their move from Halls Head back to the Perth competition at Warnbro.

NORTH BEACH might be gaining a few players from Innaloo, but 2 key personnel from their playing stocks from last year are on the move. Ron Bates has informed the club that he will not be bowling there next year, citing the travel as the key component for his departure. We are unsure at this stage where he will be bowling. I also believe Bates brother Russell may also not be bowling at the club, his club next year also unknown but we know he lives down south and may play again in the Mandurah area next season.

The other key player is Ross Dempsey, who appears to also have returned 'home' to Doubleview, a club where he has played many Premier League games in the 00's before leaving to the country for work purposes. Dempsey will be a loss to North Beach and a gain for Doubleview, I think it was the year before last season when he skippered a side in the State Fours to the Semi or the Final, showing his form has returned.

A little whisper that SORRENTO have landed the leader from last years State Triples final Shane Loftus. There was talk he would be heading back to Wanneroo but it seems Sorrento have pounced early. A handy recruit as they push for Premier League this year.

CAMBRIDGE have signed on to their books for the upcoming season reigning Countryweek Singles winner Kaleb Walding, and also Noosa player Shaun Norris. Says Ross Bolton from the Knights -

The Cambridge Knights are very pleased to announce that outstanding young country bowler, Kaleb Walding, will be playing for the Knights this season. Kaleb will be a great inclusion for the Knights and is looking forward to playing bowls in Perth.

The Knights have also signed another very good player in Shaun Norris who hails from Noosa and he will also add to the depth of the Knights for the coming season.

BASSENDEAN have attracted another player to the club, Mike Bessant living locally and is thinking of joining the club for the upcoming season. Was spied having a meal there recently, he will also be a handy addition to Bassendean. Also confirmed is Ted Aldens move and Paul Harber to the club. Could be some more news about departures from Innaloo as well because of recent events, North Beach seem the main receipient of these players.

DOUBLEVIEW have signed the prize recruit of Scott Edmonds who left Yokine towards the end of last season. Scott was weighing up his options and had interest from multiple clubs but the pull of his old side and playing Premier League again was enough. It will be good to see Edmonds plying his trade again in the top flight.

MORLEY Rumours starting to trickle in, more info in the coming days or weeks, but one rumour doing the rounds is that Stuart Bainbridge might be heading back to Morley. Rumour only, I can't get it confirmed or denied, but he would certainly be a handy pick up for Morley as the club contests Premier League for the first time in a while, and building a squad that will be very competitive.

GOSNELLS has been talking to a member of the "B" team, Dave Bradbury and convinced him to change clubs, leaving Thornlie and moving to Gosnells. “After nine enjoyable years at Thornlie, I have decided it was time for a change, and look forward the new challenge at Gosnells”.

Gosnells have picked up a handy player for sure.

BASSENDEAN have been busy in the off season with the carnage from Innaloo potentially resulting in the signing of 3 players and maybe more. At this stage, Paul Harber, Ted Alden and Rod Revell are the first to show their intent to moving on unless changes are made at their club at the upcoming AGM at Innaloo. Also making the move is journeyman Erron Martin coming from Wanneroo moving back to his old neighbourhood, and Nathan Smith from York making the move to the big smoke because of work committments and living locally. All 5 players are handy acquisitions to the club

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