OCEAN Grove Bowling Club’s $6 million dome redevelopment has been recognised as Victoria’s best community club redevelopment less than a year after opening.<\/p>\n
The project last week claimed the Community Clubs Victoria Award for best community club redevelopment over $1 million.<\/p>\n
Opening in September, the project features a 16-rink international standard facility with large LED screens, livestreaming capability, tiered grandstands and advanced lighting.<\/p>\n
The venue has already hosted state and national competitions, along with players from 33 nations during the World Bowls Indoor Championships.<\/p>\n
“We’re seeing more people than ever choosing to spend time at the club, whether that’s enjoying a meal with family, playing barefoot bowls or pickleball, attending community group meetings, celebrating special occasions or simply catching up with friends,” Ocean Grove Bowling Club chief executive Nathan O’Neill said.<\/p>\n
“At the same time, the redevelopment has opened the door to a much broader range of events, from state, national and international bowls competitions through to school programs, community initiatives and major entertainment events.”<\/p>\n
The redevelopment has also attracted attention from clubs across Australia looking to replicate its success.<\/p>\n
“Almost every week we’re welcoming visitors from across Victoria and interstate who want to tour the dome and learn more about what we’ve created,” O’Neill said.<\/p>\n
“It’s reassuring to know we’ve delivered something that’s genuinely unique and is now being recognised as a leading bowls venue in Australia.”<\/p>\n
The bowling club also won this year’s sport and entertainment award, which recognises clubs that deliver outstanding sporting and entertainment experiences while creating a positive impact for their community.<\/p>\n
O’Neill said the award recognised the club’s broad community offering, from barefoot bowls and pickleball to school programs.<\/p>\n
He said the honours reflected years of work from the club’s board, staff, volunteers and members.<\/p>\n
“To be recognised among so many outstanding clubs across Victoria is something we’re incredibly proud of,” he said.<\/p>\n
“It’s a fast-paced industry where you’re always focused on what’s next, so moments like these give you the opportunity to stop, reflect and appreciate just how far the team has come.”<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
OCEAN Grove Bowling Club’s $6 million dome redevelopment has been recognised as Victoria’s best community club redevelopment less than a year after opening. The project last week claimed the Community Clubs Victoria Award for best community club redevelopment over $1 million. Opening in September, the project features a 16-rink international standard facility with large LED […]<\/p>\n