SHELTERING THE THORNLIE BOWLING CLUB GREENS

A re-elected Albanese Labor Government will deliver $1.4 million to build a roof over the greens at the Thornlie Bowling Club, ensuring it can remain sustainable and enjoyable for Perth’s southeastern suburbs year-round.

This election commitment will fund a completely undercover bowling green arena for local team the Thornlie Ravens, who field men’s and women’s sides in in a wide range of Bowls WA competitions. 

There are two bowling greens set to be covered, each with 14 playing “rinks”.

Currently, these rinks are open to the elements, meaning social and competitive bowls competitions in Thornlie frequently have to be rescheduled or cancelled due to bad weather.

In summer, the lack of shade also exposes athletes to serious risks associated with extended sun exposure.

This roof will ensure bowls lovers can compete safely out of the heat and allow the community to enjoy the club on a year-round basis, in any weather conditions, day or night. 

The Thornlie Bowling Club is one of the largest in the Perth metropolitan area, boasting teams across various skill levels, and hosts frequent social bowls events.

Consistent with past practice, election commitments will be delivered in line with Commonwealth Grants Rules and Principles.

Quotes attributable to Catherine King, Federal Member for Ballarat:

“Sheltering the Thornlie Bowling Club's greens with this roof will open up a world of opportunities for the community.

"This means many more hours of lawn bowls, which is a win for the club and a win for the rapidly expanding suburbs of Perth's southeast.

“The City of Gosnells has a long history of delivering large infrastructure projects in partnership with the Commonwealth Government, and I can’t wait for them to get started on this one.”

Quotes attributable to Matt Keogh, Federal Member for Burt:

“There are more and more bowling clubs around Australia getting these covers put over their greens to enable play all year-round, so I’m very proud to have helped secure this commitment for our Thornlie Ravens.”

“I’ve long been a supporter of the local sporting clubs in our community. The Thornlie Bowling Club is a local institution, delivering fun and competitive events for all ages.

“Only a re-elected Albanese Labor Government can be trusted to deliver this much needed investment in our local sporting infrastructure”.

TUESDAY, 8 APRIL 2025

Media Contact: Gil Rickey (Minister Keogh’s Office) 0417 237 425