History

Historical records

The following historical information has been complied by Bowls Australia’s official historian, Laurie Browell. These documents are a currently being developed and expanded.

Australian Representatives

Life members

  • 1996 – Perry Norman Cunico
  • 2004 – John Dobbie
  • 2007 – Geoff Provest
  • 2015 – Betty Collins OAM
  • 2018 – Brian Marsland OAM

Presidents

Presidents of Bowls Australia (following unification in 2001)

  • 2002 – 2003: John McDougall OAM
  • 2004 – 2005: Beryl Brennan
  • 2006 – 2010: Brian Marsland OAM
  • 2010 – 2012: Joe Aarons OAM
  • 2012 – 2015: Des Skinner OAM
  • 2015 – 2017: Nigel Smith
  • 2017 – 2020: Darryl Clout
  • 2020 – 2022: Bob Boorman
  • 2022 – Present: Matt Burgess

Hall of Fame members