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Our Bar Poker Machines Viewing Lounge Designed and Compiled by Sid Taylor AM
The Jindalee Bowls Club is proud to present you with the details of our club, its history and up to date information which should be of interest to members of the club but, more importantly, to non members who may like to try the game of Lawn Bowls. We have the greens, the bowls and the coaches to get you started. (Without obligation). Our MissionWe would like to see people of all ages enjoying the best social sport in the world. It is a game for all ages and we welcome your participation. Our main mission is to fill the greens with bowlers as often as possible. Club HistoryIn the early 1960's, approximately 20 square miles of grazing paddocks were purchased by Centenary Estates for development and subdivision into housing estates. The first of these was named Jindalee, and aboriginal word meaning "Bare Hills". In 1965, the General Manager of Centenary Estates, Peter Lightfoot, recognised the need for a bowls club amongst other recreational facilities in the new suburb and called a public meeting which resolved to proceed with the formation of the Jindalee Bowls Club.
The first meeting of the new club was held on the 21st October, 1965, with 33 members. A further 22 early applicants were also granted Foundation Member status on 30th November 1965. Initially these members used facilities offered by Toowong Bowls Club, but in April 1966 the Brisbane City Council approved the lease of 2.5 acres of land where the club stands today. A Tender of $19,127 was accepted for the construction of two greens and a committee was formed to plan a clubhouse. The first game was played on the new greens on Easter Sunday, 1967 and a tender of $22,461 was accepted for the construction of stage one of the clubhouse.
Seventeen Ladies joined the club on 31st January 1967 and were the foundation lady members of the club. A Ladies Club was formed in July 1967, and in December of the year the new clubhouse was officially opened by the then Patron, the late Hon. John Herbert, MLA. The entrance fee in those days was $10 (still the same today) and the annual subscription was $20 for men. A Pennants team was entered for the 1968 season and the Club Championships commenced. Thus began the Jindalee Bowls Club.
In 1974 the disastrous Cyclone Wanda floods struck the Brisbane region and Jindalee was amongst the worst affected. The floodwaters rose to a level of fifteen feet above the roof-top of the clubhouse and when the waters finally receded the clubhouse interior was wrecked and the greens were covered with tons and tons of silt. However, adversity brought out the best from the members and the volunteers toiled to clear off the silt and refurbish the clubhouse. So successful were these efforts that both greens survived and were in playing condition only a few weeks later.
In 1975 the club won its first pennant (in 4th Division) and finances had improved sufficient to consider modest improvements to the clubhouse. Three years later, after many delays, the eastern extension was opened. In 1981, the couch grass on the greens was replaced by Tiff-dwarf, the cost again being held to a minimum through the efforts of the members. Club membership was by now growing towards the 250 mark and more space was required in the bar. This extension was completed in 1985.
In 1969 the club became an Incorporated body and in the same year both greens were completely rebuilt to improve drainage and therefore running speed. The Men's and Ladies' clubs amalgamated in 1994, poker machines having been installed in 1993. In 1997. Although only moderately successful financially the pokies have enabled us to refurbish the clubhouse and set us on a firm program for future development. 1988-99 were busy periods with new shades being fitted to the clubhouse and around the greens, while flood lights were fitted to both greens for night bowls and security lights were updated. The Faux green underwent reconstruction with new ditches.
The success of the Jindalee Bowls Club has been very largely due to the dedication and efforts of office bearers and members of both the Men's and Ladies' clubs over the years. It is up to the present and future members to continue this fine tradition and to accept the obligations which come with membership to contribute to the future success of their club.
It is now September 28th 2003 and a major change has taken place. The Men's and Ladies' clubs have now amalgamated into one controlling body under the control of a MANAGEMENT COUNCIL. This step was taken to streamline the day to day financial business and reduce the number of accounting problems. The club will now function under the guidance of one secretary and treasurer with assistants from the Ladies and men's sections. Under the guiding hand of the new Chairman, John Cable the club will improve its position in the bowling community. We must pull together and pitch in with all the help we can provide to make the club the best in the district. (The words of our Chairman)
The Oakhill Green The Oakhill green was closed for a complete reconstruction on Sunday 23rd November 2003. We thank Queensland Sport and Recreation for their support and financial assistance with this major project. The Oakhill green was back in service on January 21st 2004.
The Official Opening of the green was held on Sunday 29th February 2004. A large crowd, including all our past Presidents and our Life Members, the Cunningham District President Mr. Arthur Smith, QLBA President Mrs. Betty Cullinan, and representing the Queensland Government, Julie Attwood MLA.
At the conclusion of the proceedings Julie Attwood declared the green open for use and put the first bowl down. This was followed by a number of prominent persons bowling one bowl. It was a perfect day and a very well organized function.
The FAUX Green. This green was closed down on Monday 1st November 2004 for a full reconstruction job. Dad's Army consisted of 20 odd willing workers who pitched in on Thursday 4th November to cut grass and supply barrow loads of new lawn clippings to be laid and become the new green surface. The green reopened on 1st February 2005.
2004 A Year of Changes. Two important changes were made during 2004. 1. The club adopted a single club badge which will be used by both men and women to replace any other badges previously used. The Badge appears in the centre of the new flag below. 2. The club also adopted a new Club Flag for both men and women.
2005 On the 25th January our club published this web site. www.jindaleelawnbowls.net and in November 2005 the Web sitewas changed to www.jindaleebowlsclub.org . Our Email address is jbclub@bigpond.net.au. Webmaster Sid Taylor.The start of year 2005 was not good because the Oakhill green suffered a soil problem whichcaused great concern to the management committee and was finally closed down for a completeoverhaul. The green was reopened for use on Saturday 2nd April.
2007 During May of this year, Air conditioning was installed in the Bar area of the clubhouse. The remaining section (the auditorium) will be completed at a later date.
Three other major changes were completed during December of this year. A covered outdoor BBQ area was established at the eastern end of the club house close to the BBQ. It is playing a big part in the promotion of Barefoot Bowling on Friday and Saturday nights.
The second change was the relocation of our poker machines to the southern wall at the end of the bar. The original are has been turned into a very nice observation lounge.
The third change was the installation of ten (10) 10 thousand liter water storage tanks under the building in the car park area. Pumping equipment and pipeline is connected to the main storage tank at the green keeper's work shed.
2008 A number of important changes have been made to Club's appearance this year. Special flagpoles have been erected at the eastern end of the greens to fly the Club's Pennant flags. All the old hedges were removed and replaced with evergreen shrubs. The gardens were also cleaned up and replanted with fresh plants. Dudley Smith has worked hard to on the gardens. The wire fence was also replaced. The Greens Coordinator and his assistants also laid a new pathway to the main entrance. He also manufactured and fitted new safety boundary pegs for all rinks. A major job of upgrading our parking area was completed by the council at a cost of $56.000. It should never sink or crack again. Our Poker machines were relocated to the southern side of the building the original area was converted to a nice lounge area with TV.
2009 During January of this year both greens received an annual service to put them back in top condition. Also in January, the green carpeting was removed from the club entrance and walkway and replace with the Club's color Blue. The hand rail was sanded and repainted by House Director Cobber Hallett. Hand rail from the car park was renewed.
Acknowledgement of "Sport and Recreation Queensland ."
The Jindalee Bowls Club is pleased to acknowledge the support and financial assistance given to us by the QueenslandGovernment through Sport and Recreation.The Queensland Government provided $37875.00 for the upgrading of our facilities to assist in the development of the sport and get more Queenslanders active through "Sport and Recreation." We also acknowledge the Brisbane Council and state Government for the financial assistance for the Water saving projects. For further information and details of Sport and Recreation's activities, have a look at their Web page.
Caltex Service Station. Yallambee Road Jindalee. 32795010 Bridgestone Tires. Unit 2/72 Sumner Road, Sumner Park. 33768577 Brisbane Real Estate - 33786011 Centenary Real Estate - 33768000 Centenary Sea Foods. Shop 91 Mt.Ommaney Shopping Centre. 33765017 Forest Place Retirement Villages. P.R.Consultant. 33727777 Fred Fern Bowls Centre. (Refer to Web sites) Special Events. 33915222 George Zanatta (Painter Decorator) 34200242 - Mob. 0419777203 Greenslopes Hospital. Newdegate Street Greenslopes. 33947386 Hearing Dynamics. 2/18 Brookfield Road, Kenmore. 37202534 Hondacare, Sumner Park. 3279 6522 IGA Supermarket. Looranah Street Shopping Centre Jindalee. 417758991 Instant Security Alarms. @ Hasp Street 17 Mile Rocks. 32793279 J.R.Bowls Shop - 3349 4421. At 52 Freda Street UPPER MT.GRAVATT Kings Jewelers. Mt.Ommaney Shopping Centre 32795688 Major Tiles. 158 Lindrum Road Lytton. 38085655 MIB Insurance Brokers. Mt.Ommaney Hotel Apartments 52791288 Paul Rieck (Plumber) Mob. 0418887186 Peter Kolb, Chemist at Middle Park. 3376 1355 Queensland Professional Credit Union 85 George Street Brisbane. 31145027 RACQ. 2649 Logan Road, Eight Mile Plains. Ray White Real Estate Agents 33764577 Sugarwood Grove Garden Villas. Bellbowrie 414374228 Sumner Plaster Shop (Plasterer / Painter) 32795022 The Good Guys 33797822 United Hearing Services. Jindalee Allsports Centre Jindalee. 33762548 Western Landscape Supplies. 12 Jennifer Street 17 Mile Rocks 33767500 White Lady Funerals. 123 Oxley Road, Chelmer. 32782590
Telephone: 07-33761240 Fax: 07-33761989 Business Address: Cnr. Sinnamon and Yallambee Roads Jindalee 4074. Postal Address: P.O.Box 124 Mt.Ommaney 4074.
Electronic mail
General Information and assistance:- If you wish to, Try Lawn Bowls Make a suggestion Share your knowledge Lodge a genuine complaint Supply results of games Advertise a coming event Notify us about a sick member Then E-MAIL us, also at: jbclub@bigpond.net.au
Favorites Web Sites
Bowls Australia:- www.bowls-aust.com.au Bowls Queensland:- www.bowlsqld.org Coaching Australia:- www.ausport.gov.au/acc/ Cunningham District:- www.cdba.org.au Other Bowls Clubs:- www.bowlsclub.info Queensland Sport and Recreation:- www.sportrec.qld.gov.au Gatecrash Security:- www.privatesecurity.com.au Bowls Organization:- http://lawnbowlsrus.com.au
Bowling Equipment:- J.R.Bowls 52 Freda Street UPPER Mt.GRAVATT Phone-33494421 Fred Ferns - www.fredfern.com Twisties Bowls Shop - Bob and Christine Twist. Phone - 3855 3688 or Mobile - 0412849586
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