Bowls

The Dunsborough Country Club offers one of the South West’s most welcoming and active bowls programs. With two high-quality synthetic greens and a vibrant community of players, the club provides numerous competitions and social options throughout the year. Bowls at DDCC is a great way to stay active, meet people, and enjoy the friendly club atmosphere.

Visitors, beginners, social players, and seasoned bowlers of all levels are warmly welcomed. Join us on the green to experience the best of bowls and community spirit.

General Information

  • The Club is affiliated with Bowls WA.
  • Bowls membership ($200) is available as an add-on to Ordinary Membership ($100) per year.
  • Non-affiliated visitors are welcome for a $10 green fee, unless participating in an organised social event.
  • All bowlers must wear flat-soled shoes or go barefoot.
  • The main bowls season runs from September to April.
  • A variety of Open Days and events during the season are published in the Bowls Calendar.
  • For all bowls enquiries, contact:
    • Bowls Chairman: Keith Bowden, 0412 290 252
    • Club Office: (08) 9755 3250

General Information for Bowls Members

Bowls Committee Contact List

Bowls Sub-Committee By-Laws

Community Bowls

Community Bowls is one of the club’s most popular events, held each summer in two seasons:

  • November–December
  • February–March

Games take place on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings from 6:00pm, playing under lights, followed by food, drinks, and socialising.

  • Open to everyone — no membership required.
  • Teams include friends, families, and workplace groups.
  • Competitions typically run for 5–6 weeks and culminate with finals played against top teams from the Cowaramup Club.
  • Registration for the February-March 2026 Community Bowls season is now Open.

You can register by:

Social Bowls Programs

  • Thursday Mixed Social Bowls
    • Runs year-round, open to all players.
    • Visitors welcome. Fee: $10.
    • Nominate by 12:30pm for 1:00pm start.
    • Format: Pairs and Triples, Pop Stick Draw.
    • Contact: Keith Bowden – 0412 290 252.
  • Tuesday Winter Mixed Fun Bowls
    • Casual mixed-gender social bowls, April to September (weather permitting).
    • Resumes: April 2026.
    • Fee: $10. Nominate by 12:30pm for 1:00pm start.
    • Typical format: Squash Bowls.
    • Contacts: Sharon Sharpe – 0488 568 595, Butch Sharpe – 0417 975 732.
  • Wednesday Summer Mixed Social Bowls
    • October to March (weather permitting).
    • Fee: $10. Nominate by 9:00am.
    • Contact: Lorraine Bell – 0407 022 371.
  • Saturday Winter Mixed Social Bowls
    • April to September (weather permitting).
    • Resumes: April 2026.
    • Fee: $10. Nominate by 12:30pm.
    • Contact: Keith Bowden – 0412 290 252.

Barefoot Bowls

  • Held every Friday evening, weather permitting — a perfect casual way to relax with friends.
  • To join, ask at the bar, call (08) 9755 3250, or email manager@dunsboroughcountryclub.org.au

Squash Bowls

For more information, please call either Butch Sharpe on 0417 975 732 or Sharon Sharpe on 0488 568 595.

Additional Notes

  • The club hosts various bowls events and competitions throughout the season; refer to the club’s official Bowls Calendar for updates.
  • Visitors are encouraged to participate in social competitions and use the greens and club facilities, including the popular Saturday night buffet.
  • All social bowls events follow a mufti dress code (neat casual wear).