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AUSSIE STARS TO MEET IN FINAL (23rd Feb. 2008)

Newly crowned World Champion Safuan Said has been eliminated at the penultimate stage of the ABN AMRO Australian Open in Melbourne today (23/2). [more]


IT'S HISTORY IN THE MAKING (22nd Feb. 2008)

New South Wales hotshot Katrina Wright will fly the flag for her nation tomorrow in the final of the ABN AMRO Australian Open in Melbourne.[more]


DEFENDING CHAMP THROUGH TO FINAL (22nd Feb. 2008)

Dual Commonwealth Games gold medalist Ahmad Siti Zalina has booked the first berth in the women’s final of the ABN AMRO Australian Open. [more]


DOES MURPHY HAVE THE WRIGHT STUFF?(21st Feb. 2008)

A star-studded line-up will converge in Melbourne tomorrow for the semi-finals of the women’s singles at the ABN AMRO Australian Open.[more]


FRIENDS TURN TO FOES FOR OPEN SEMIS(21st Feb. 2008)

Friendships will be forgotten on the greens tomorrow when good mates Mark Casey and Alex Murtagh square off for a berth in the ABN AMRO Australian Open final.[more]


GOLD COAST QUALIFIERS GO ALL THE WAY(21st Feb. 2008)

Australian glamour girls Sam Shannahan and Kelsey Cottrell have been beaten by a pair of qualifiers in the final of the ABN AMRO Australian Open.[more]


BIG GUNS FIRE UP(21st Feb. 2008)

The 2008 ABN AMRO Australian Open ladies singles is set for a thrilling climax with a host of the sport’s biggest names firing into the quarter-finals.[more]


UNDERDOGS BITE BACK(21st Feb. 2008)

New South Wales premier league trio Carl Healey, Trentan Healey and Scott Bateup have scored the biggest win of their bowling careers, taking out the 2008 ABN AMRO Australian Open men’s triples crown.[more]


INTERNATIONAL STARS FLY THE FLAG(21st Feb. 2008)

The hottest player in world bowls, Gary Lawson, has continued his fairytale run at the ABN AMRO Australian Open in Melbourne this morning (21/2).[more]


AUSTRALIAN YOUNG GUNS ON TARGET(21st Feb. 2008)

The glamour girls of Australian bowls, Sam Shannahan and Kelsey Cottrell, will attempt to write their names into the record books today at the ABN AMRO Australian Open.[more]


DEFENDING CHAMPS TITLE DEFENCE IS OVER (21st Feb. 2008)

The record books have claimed another scalp.[more]


THE WINDS OF CHANGE ARE BEGINNING TO BLOW (21st Feb. 2008)

The dawning of a new era in Australian bowls could be closer than you think.[more]


KATRINA HAS THE WRIGHT STUFF AT THE AUSTRALIAN OPEN (20th Feb. 2008)

Former Australian star Katrina Wright has led her side to a heart-stopping victory in the final of the ABN AMRO Australian Open women’s triples event in Melbourne today (20/2). [more]


GIANT KILLERS HAVE BEEN SLAYED(20th Feb. 2008)

The giant killing run of young Victorian pair Scott Mortimer and Ryan Williamson has come to end, bundled out at the semi-final stage of the ABN AMRO Australian Open by top seeds Ryan Bester and Gary Lawson. [more]


BESTER AND LAWSON MAKE THEIR MOVE(20th Feb. 2008)

Top seeded men’s pair Ryan Bester and Gary Lawson have progressed through to the semi-finals of the ABN AMRO Australian Open, brushing aside Brett Wilkie and Mark Jacobson 16-1, 11-8.[more]


THOMPSON GETS TAUGHT MURPHY'S LAW (20th Feb. 2008)

Australia’s most decorated female bowler Karen Murphy has moved through to the fourth round of the ABN AMRO Australian Open singles with a solid 11-2, 10-7 victory former national squad member Brenda Thompson.[more]


DEFENDING CHAMPS ELIMINATED IN SEMI-FINAL(20th Feb. 2008)

The title defence of reigning ABN AMRO Australian Open champions Karin Wilkinson, Margaret Smith and Beth Quinlan is over after they crashed out during the semi-finals in Melbourne today (20/2).[more]


ZALINA STALKS HER PREY AT THE AO (19th Feb. 2008)

Reigning ABN AMRO Australian Open champion Ahmad Siti Zalina remains on track for back-to-back titles after winning her third round singles clash in Melbourne today.[more]


GLAMMING UP THE AO (19th Feb. 2008)

Australian glamour girls Kelsey Cottrell and Sam Shannahan are creating waves at the ABN AMRO Australian Open. [more]


AGE NO BARRIER FOR RIGGERS (19th Feb. 2008)

Australian star Maria Rigby proved that experience is an intangible asset today when she staged a thrilling comeback to defeat one of the game’s most impressive young bowlers.[more]


THE INTERNATIONAL STARS LEAD THE WAY (19th Feb. 2008)

Top seeds Gary Lawson and Ryan Bester have moved through to the second round of the ABN AMRO Australian Open men’s pairs with a convincing 12-1, 11-9 victory over Victoria’s Howard Keil and Alan Fargan.[more]


KEEGAN'S NARROW ESCAPE (19th Feb. 2008)

Former ABN AMRO Australian Open champion Julie Keegan slipped into the second round of the women’s singles this morning after using a get out of jail card against Western Australia’s Kerry Andersen.[more]


THE AUSTRALIAN OPEN'S TRIPLE THREAT(18th Feb. 2008)

Safuan Said, Steve Glasson and Jeremy Henry gave their rivals a swift reminder of their star-studded credentials tonight as they advanced to the third round of the men’s singles at the ABN AMRO Australian Open.[more]


IT’S THE BATTLE OF THE AGES (18th Feb. 2008)

Teenage sensations Kelsey Cottrell and Sam Shannahan will attempt to create a changing of the guard on Wednesday when they clash with the world’s preeminent pairs’ combination. [more]


MURTAGH LANDS THE KILLER BLOW (18th Feb. 2008)

Former Australian junior Alex Murtagh claimed the biggest win of his young career today by eliminating Commonwealth Games gold medalist Kelvin Kerkow from the singles draw of the ABN AMRO Australian Open.[more]


THE BIG SEEDS CONTINUE TO FALL (18th Feb. 2008)

The ABN AMRO Australian Open has been blown wide open in the men’s singles after top seed Kelvin Kerkow was bundled out in the third round by Alex Murtagh.[more]


GLOBITS WINS BATTLE OF THE FORMER CHAMPIONS (18th Feb. 2008)

Inaugural ABN AMRO Australian Open champion Shane Globits remains on track for a second singles crown after staging a remarkable first set comeback to win though to the third round.[more]


NO DEAL FOR THE BLACK JACKS (18th Feb. 2008)

New Zealand sisters Jan and Marina Kahn have been sent packing during the opening round of the women’s pairs at the ABN AMRO Australian Open.[more]

KERKOW CRASHES INTO THE SECOND ROUND (18th Feb. 2008)

Reigning Commonwealth Games gold medalist Kelvin Kerkow has barnstormed his way into the second round of the blue ribbon men’s singles at the ABN AMRO Australian Open today (18/2). [more]


HISTORY IN THE MAKING (18th Feb. 2008)

Reigning ABN AMRO Australian Open champions Karin Wilkinson, Margaret Smith and Beth Quinlan can re-write the record books this week by become the first team in history to successfully defend their title. [more]


THE STARS ALIGN FOR SEMI-FINAL MAGIC (17th Feb. 2008)

A tantalising semi-final showdown between six of the nation’s finest bowlers remains on the cards following today’s third round of the women’s triples at the ABN AMRO Australian Open.[more]


THE AUSTRALIAN OPEN IGNITES ON DAY ONE (17th Feb. 2008)

The ABN AMRO Australian Open’s top seeds have fallen like ninepins during an explosive day on the greens in Melbourne.[more]


TOP SEEDS PASS WITH FLYING COLOURS (17th Feb. 2008)

Women’s triples top seeds Julie Keegan, Claire Duke and Kelsey Cottrell have stormed into the third round of the ABN AMRO Australian Open.[more]]


BLACK JACKS SHINE IN MELBOURNE (17th Feb. 2008)

The powerful New Zealand triples combination of Andrew Todd, Ali Forsyth and Gary Lawson has successfully navigated their way into the second round of the ABN AMRO Australian Open. [more]


SHOCK EXIT FOR MURPHY, RIGBY & ARMITAGE (17th Feb. 2008)

Australian squad members Karen Murphy, Maria Rigby and Lynsey Armitage have crashed out during the opening round of the women’s triples at the ABN AMRO Australian Open. [more]


THE BIG GUNS FAIL TO FIRE (17th Feb. 2008)

A disastrous opening morning on the greens has seen a handful of the ABN AMRO Australian Open’s top seeds sent packing from the tournament.[more]


IT'S ALL ON THE LINE (8th Feb. 2008)

The right to represent Victoria in the AERF mixed pairs’ finals will be determined within the next 48 hours. [more]


MR BOWLS TO TACKLE THE AUSTRALIAN OPEN (7th Feb. 2008)

Mr Bowls himself, Rob Parrella, will line-up in next week’s ABN AMRO Australian Open after accepting a wildcard into the nation’s most lucrative tournament. [more]



THE AUSTRALIAN OPEN HEATS UP (31st Jan. 2008)

World number one Alex Marshall has fine-tuned his preparations for next month’s ABN AMRO Australian Open with a record breaking fifth World Indoor Championship. [more]


QUEENSLANDERS ON MAT FOR STATE FINALS (11th Jan. 2008)

The race to become Queensland's representative at the AERF mixed pairs challenge in Melbourne will be decided within the next 48 hours. [more]


THE MAPLE LEAFS ARE COMING TO THE AO (7th Jan. 2008)

Canadian international Steve Bezanson has described his entry into next month’s ABN AMRO Australian Open as the opportunity of a lifetime. [more]


THE BIG SCOTSMAN IS COMING TO THE AO (2nd Jan. 2008)

Four-time World Indoor champion Alex Marshall will roar into Melbourne next month after accepting an invitation to contest the $120,000 ABN AMRO Australian Open. [more]


BUS IT TO THE AO (2nd Jan. 2008)

Travelling to the ABN AMRO Australian Open has never been easier or more affordable.

For the first time in the event's four year history, Bowls Australia and Grenda Corporation have inked a unique deal, which will allow bowling enthusiasts to travel to the Darebin International Sports Centre in style, while also doubling as a much needed fundraiser for your club.[more]


THE COUNTDOWN FOR AO QUALIFYING IS ON (28 Dec. 2007)

A call to arms has been issued.

With less than a fortnight to go before applications close, entries for the respective disciplines at the 2008 ABN AMRO Australian Open are still being accepted, with qualifying to take place in metropolitan Melbourne from February 13 to 15.[more]



AERF MIXED PAIRS ARE COMING TO MELBOURNE (20 Dec. 2007)

The opportunity to bowl on the nation’s biggest stage is about to come true for 16 lucky competitors.

During next year’s ABN AMRO Australia Open, which will once again be staged at the Darebin International Sports Centre, the AERF mixed pairs will be contested for a fourth occasion, with $60,000 in cash and prizes up for grabs. [more]


2008 ABN AMRO AUSTRALIAN OPEN - QUALIFYING (17 Dec. 2007)

It’s the opportunity of a lifetime.

During next year’s ABN AMRO Australian Open, the tournament will once again open its fields to the nation’s finest club bowlers, providing them with up to 70 qualifying positions for the blue-ribbon singles’ events at Darebin International Sports Centre. [more]


RECORD PRIZE MONEY FOR ABN AMRO AUSTRALIAN OPEN 2008 (10 Oct. 2007)

Record prize money and a bevy of the world's best bowlers headline the ABN AMRO Australian Open 2008, to be staged at the renewed Darebin International Sports Centre in Melbourne from 17-23 February.
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For more information about the ABN AMRO Australian Open 2008 contact:

Richard Goodbody
Communications and Marketing Coordinator
Bowls Australia
Ph: 03 9819 2722
Email: rgoodbody@bowlsaustralia.com.au