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The 2006 event moved to the new greens at Darebin, which had just been used to host the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games. A vast increase in the draw size saw 103 men play off for the singles title, and 86 women in the singles main draw. The prize pool reflected this increase in draw size, with $100,000 being awarded. In 2006 the finals of the Alcohol Education Rehabilitation Foundation (AERF) mixed pairs challenge were included as part of the Australian Open event. The inaugural event was held at Yarraville / Footscray Bowls Club in 2005. 64 men participated in the singles main draw, while only 48 women were given the chance to compete. The total prize pool was $68,000, with each singles winner taking home $12,000. This Open also incorporated the Australian Bowls Classic for intellectually disabled bowlers. Australian Open Honour Roll 2005
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