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Affectionately known as "Mr" Bedford.
Where and how did you start
I coached juniors at the bedford youth club which was next to the bowling
club. Joined the bowling club in 1971 to play darts and bowls then took
to bowls seriously in 1978.
Occupation
Painting Contractor.
Other clubs
None.
Bowling achievements
Club fours 1980 / 82 / 97.
Club Pairs 1983 / 89 / 92.
Club Triples 1988 / 89 / 92.
Club Singles R/U 1994.
Best Moment
Winning the Simpson Medal playing for East Perth in the 1958 grand final.
1989 Winning 14 games straight in 1st red with Harry Matsen, Graham Aminde,
and Archie Marriot.
Worst moment
1957, playing halfback flank at Fremantle oval, and playing on me in a three
way roving combination were John Todd, Steve Marsh and Barry White. Todd
kicked seven goals, White kicked nine gaols and Marsh kicked two goals.
We lost.
Best player
Cliff Graybrook --talking Bedford.
Other sports
A grade baseball, A grade cricket with North Perth.
Favourite destination
Moore River.
Favourite meal
Steak & eggs.
Favourite drink
1/2 scotch and coke.
Last film seen
James Bond.
Last book read
The Thornbirds.
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Where and how did you start
I have played bowls for the past 22 years, my relationship with Bedford Bowling
Club began approximately 4 years prior to that.
Occupation
supply, installation and maintenance of Master Antenna Television (MATV)
systems.
Other clubs
None.
Bowling achievements
1989/90 Bedford Championship Triples.
1989/90 Runner-up Championship Pairs.
1993 Bedford Plate Fours.
1995/96. R/U Bedford Championship Fours.
1997/98 Winner Bedford Championship Triples. (This was
Ken Rowell's last season at Bedford and Mike Browning and I were determined
that we were going to win this one for "Uncle Ken").
Best Moment
There have been so many good times at the club, but I guess the Triples win
in 1997/98 will always have a very special place in my memory.
Worst moment
Back in England, many years ago, I was involved in a "nightmare" soccer
match where we were beaten 21-0.
I was not playing that day but was Chairman of the club and felt just as
bad as the guys who did play.
Best player
From a personal point of view, I will never forget the "bowling lesson" I
got from Robbie Ball early in my career. It was in the club singles championship.
I scored 2 on the first end and felt very good about it all.....until Robbie
took over control. I had many good bowls but did not score again. Robbie
had his bowls on remote-control and played with flair and finesse in his
draw shots and with unfailing accuracy in each of his many drives.
We have had many excellent bowlers at Bedford but Robbie's performance still
sticks in my mind.
Favourite holiday destination
Singapore.
Favourite meal
For many years, I have been part of a four-man racing syndicate at the club.
Many of our nights out have involved Thai food, and this has to be one
of my favourites (although I have been told many times that I will "eat
anything").
Favourite drink
Mmmmmmmm...let me think. A glass of red wine, a pint of draught Guinness,
or any of my excellent home-brews.
Last film seen
I do not go to the cinema very often but my last movie was Harry Potter 3.
Last book read
This was probably "Roots" by Alex Haley . I love the story and
this was my 3rd time reading it.
Where and how did you start
Started in Brookton 1982, was invited to have a roll by Les Davis. Apart
from a two year break 1988/90 have played ever since.
Occupation
Butcher.
Other clubs
Brookton and Swan
Bowling achievements
Club fours: twice
Club Pairs: Three times
Club Triples: Four times
Club Singles: three times
Best Moment
Being selected to play in One Red for Bedford.
Selected in Upper Great Southern Team for three years straight.
Best player
Les Davis { Brookton }
Favourite holiday destination
Mandurah.
Favourite meal
Asparagus Mornay.
Favourite drink
Bacardi & Coke
Last film seen
Touching the void.
Last book read
Penthouse
Konrad Weiss. Lots of people think that I am a Canadian. I was born in Germany, my family emigrated to the USA in the early 50’s. I grew up in northern USA near Niagara Falls, came to Australia on a working holiday in 1973.
Where and how did you start
I started bowls, rolling up with my father in law Vern Parker, and his brother
Reg in 1985. I finally joined Bedford in 1987, I was nominated for membership
by Vern and the seconder was Ned Bull, whose son is married to my wife’s
sister.
Occupation
Industrial chemist, working in the oil exploration field.
Other clubs
None.
Bowling achievements
Club Triples 3 times, all with Ned Bull and various other partners.
Club Pairs twice, 1998 and 1999 with Cliff Graybrook.
Club Singles Plate.
Best moments Winning the club
pairs against Terry Sheridan and Alan Barker in 1998. Alan had been my pairs
partner for years. We split up after the 97 club pairs, and we both made
it into the 1998 pairs final.
It was said of Allan and I as a pairs combination that the lead and second
were pretty weak, but the third and skipper were dynamite.
Winning the pennant and promotion from 1st division blue to first white.
Worst moment
Skippering a side that went down 42 to 6 in One White, I have never wanted
to skipper since.
Best player
The best player that I have played with, is Cliff Graybrook with his precision
shots. Mark Pasalich is a close second.
Other sports
I Played basketball and gridiron in high school, and held the school record
in the pole vault. When I first came to Perth I played baseball with Swan
Districts and men’s softball with Bedford Districts Youth Club.
Favourite holiday destination
Anywhere without snow!
Favourite meal
Pepperoni pizza with extra cheese.
Favourite drink
Was beer but now is red wine.
Last film seen
Arthur’s Dyke.
best film seen was Dr Zhivago.
Last book read
Jessica by Bryce Courtenay.
Ray Austin. Born Whangarei, New Zealand. Came to Australia in 1962 to the Empire Games. Worked in Sydney, met Glenis, returned to Perth, married and settled here. Naturlised in 1989.
Where and how did you start
Started in New Zealand aged 20 at the Maungakaramea Bowling Club. My Uncle
and Aunty were top bowlers there. Joined Bedford in 1972.
Occupation
Carpenter - Self Employed.
Other clubs
Maungakaramea, N.Z.
Bowling achievements
As yet haven't won anything in bowls. In other sports, Grand Final 4th Division
Rugby Union with Eastern Suburbs Club, Sydney 1963. Runner up in Perth
with Perth/Bayswater Rugby Union 1964.
Best moments
Winning Pennant Flag 5th Division in 2002/3.
Receiving a 50 Badge with Les Moyle against Cockburn.
Worst moment
Receiving a broken nose in the rugby Grand Final with Eastern Suburbs in
Sydney. Being knocked unconscious and concussed in local rugby game with
Perth/Bayswater.
Other sports
Played Rugby Union at school, and in Sydney. Played for Perth Rugby Club
and represented WA against the Lions and Springboks.
Played badminton against Ron Rushforth.
Favourite holiday destination
Red dirt country – North Western Australia
Favourite meal
Roast Dinner in a camp oven.
Favourite drink
Beer.
Last film seen
Brother Bear
Last book read
‘Matter of Honor’ by Jeffrey Archer
Where and how did you start
Brother Bob was a member of Bedford, so i joined in 1997.
Occupation
Retired from real estate business to "sail around the world" in
1982.
Ended up in the West Indies via Africa, South America--- in the charter Yacht
business and successful till 97 in the Virgin Islands. Pictured below, is
my yacht.
Bowling achievements
Novice singles 1999.
State novice singles r/u 1999.
Club triples r/u 2002.
Club fours r/u 2003.
Mixed fours r/u 2004.
Best moments
Being in the team that won promotion to One Red last season, 2004.
Worst moment
Got leg cramp in the state novice final and had to forfeit and be r/u.
Best Player
Harry Matsen, often watched old Harry out the corner of my eye while playing.....and
always admired his tenacity and positive thinking.
Considering his age, he is a wonderful example to follow--------he's my champion.
Favourite holiday destination
I have travelled the world and my latest favourite is Thailand, especially
that i have a Thai lady friend who has joined the club, and will play pennants
this year.
Hobbies
Playing guitar and singing since i was 14 years old, and for me it has opened
a lot doors all over the world.
I
was booked to play at Sun City Casino in South Africa and sang for Priscilla
Presley & the Princesses of Monaco { Stephanie and Caroline}.
Other hobbies is rock"n" roll dancing with a good partner.
Favourite meal
I am hooked on Thai green curry.
Favourite drink
My home made virgin Banana or Coconut "smoothie".
When i was in the Caribbean it used to be Rum Punch or Pina Colada.
Last film seen
Best film was "Lawrence of Arabia", but Titanic is taking over
as best film.
Last film seen "Terminal" with Tom Hanks as the main actor.
Last book read
A 12 book series on '18th century sea adventures’ --of Horatio Hornblower.
Best book is " the fatal Shores." A story about early Australia.
Best music
As a musician i like all music but love the 60's rock "n" roll.
Favourite song "Solitary Man" by Neil Diamond.
Where and how did you start
Morrison Park through close friend Tim Ryan.
Occupation
Retired Railway man {locomotive maintenace}.
Other Clubs
Morrison Park.
Bowling achievements
Playing first Red pennants.
Two club singles , Morrison Park.
Two club pairs , Morrison Park.
Singles at Bedford, 1998.
Triples at Bedford.
Two fours at Bedford. 2003,
Two 55 and over Master Pairs 2003, 2004
Best moments
In my first pennant season, equal third in the State Pairs Champion Pairs,
beating the then Australian Pairs champions Dennis Katuna-rich and John Rainoldi
in an earlier game.
Worst moment
Under performing in last years pennant finals
Best Player
Cliff Graybrook.
Favourite holiday destination
Yarrie Cattle Station Pilbara W.A
Hobbies
Do it yourself repairs and projects around the house and in my workshop.
Four Dinner guests
Kevin Gartrell, Brian Cornish {work place mentor}, Lang Copping {owner of
the Yarrie cattle station}, my son Steve.
Favourite drink
A white wine with my wife prior to dinner.
Last film seen
Wimbledon- with members of my wife's tennis club.
Last book read
The one who will-- Steve Waugh {Australian test cricket Captain}
Best music
Chariots of fire and country and western
Favourite song, "Music of the night" sung by Michael Crawford
Where and how did you start
50th birthday present from my wife and three children.
Occupation
Retired Bank officer.
Other Clubs
None.
Bowling achievements
Novice Champion 1995/96.
Triples Championship 2001/2 and 2003/4.
Vern Parker Memorial Pairs.
Golf--several trophies over 20 years.
Best moments
Winning the club triples 2003.
Worst moment
Dropping an eight in a pennant final against Leeming six years ago.
Best Player
Bedford--Cliff Graybrook.
Other clubs, Steve Srhoy [Cockburn}, Reg Humphryson {Wanneroo} and Daniel
Brown {Cockburn}
Favourite holiday destination
Dunsborough in W.A--Overseas Paris.
Hobbies
Stamp collecting, reading, painting in water colour and oils, gardening.
Favourite Meal
Roast Lamb with mint sauce and vegetables, Dessert, Lemon meringue pie.
Four Dinner guests
Andrew Denton, Nelson Mandella, Eoin Cameron and Hilary Clinton.
I would be most unlikely to get a word in, but conversation would be inspirational.
Favourite drink
Scotch and dry.
Last film seen
The Notebook.
Last book read
"1421" by Gavin Menzies.
Best book read: Ben Hur by General Lew Wallace,
first published in 1880.
Best music
Anything from "Phantom of the Opera" and "Les
Miserables".
Favourite song, Stardust sung by Nat King Cole.
Where and how did you start
Curiosity, I went and watched my aunty playing in a Newman Bowls Carnival,
where I met several guys I had played football with, enjoying their bowls.
The club captain worked with me at the power station, got me to attend the
opening day for the 1990 season.
I was hooked from the time I delivered my first bowl!
Occupation
Engine Driver.
Other Clubs
Newman 1990-96.
Bedford 1996- present.
Bowling achievements
1994: Newman Mens singles plate.
1994: Newman Triples.
1994: Men's North West Triples.
1995: R/U Men's Pairs.
Bedford
2001: Men's fours R/U.
2001: Men's Triples Plate winner.
2003/4: Mixed Fours Plate winner.
Best moments
Winning football premiership- Newman Tigers.
Bowls: It hasn't happened yet.
Worst moment
A few years back, being told by the then chairman of selectors I wouldn't
be a top division bowler, because my delivery step was too long.
Best Player
Mark Pasalich.
Favourite holiday destination
The Kimberlys.
Hobbies
Stamp collecting, Fishing.
Paul showing his Spanish Mackerel
Favourite Meal
Chilli Mussels
Four Dinner guests
John Kennedy, Jesus Christ, Cher, and my grandmother.
Favourite drink
Dry white wine.
Best film seen:
No way out------Kevin Costner & Gene Hackman
Last film seen
The Notebook.
Last book read
What's it all about? Michael Caine - The autobiography.
Best book read
Magican - Raymond E. Feist.
Best music
Country and Western.
Favourite song.
Your my best friend- Don Williams
Where and how did you start
Forrest Park 1984, was a member of Forrest Park and Swan bowling clubs. Prior
to to actually playing bowls I used them as watering holes.
Occupation
Motor Mechanic
Other Clubs
Forrest Park, Swan Bowling Club
Bowling achievements
Two Club Singles 1989/ 90
Three pairs 1987/89/90.
All at Forrest Park
Best moments
Being invited to play in Queensland with ex Australian champion Ian Taylor
Worst moment
Losing second division 2003-4 season.
Best Player
Steve Glasson N.S.W and Neil Crighton QLD.
Favourite holiday destination
Darwin
Hobbies
Vintage Motorcycles and making things.
Brian driving the sidecar
Favourite Meal
Smoked African Cod, Baked potatoes, Caulifower with white sauce.
Four Dinner guests
Nostradamus, Bill Clinton, Geoff Duke and my dad.
Favourite drink
Beer.
Last film seen
Ray {The story of Ray Charles.}
Best Film seen
Gangs of New York
Last book read
"A Sparrow falls" by Wilbur Smith.
Best book
To many to remember.
Best music
Anything County.
Favourite song, Sunday Morning coming down sung by ?.