| Graham Lowery - Volunteer of the Year |
| Bowls New Zealand Volunteer of the Year The following citation has been presented by Bowls New Zealand in recognizing the magnificent efforts of Graham Lowery. Volunteers are the life blood of sporting organizations like Bowls New Zealand. The list of his contributions to the running of maintenance at the Burnside Bowling Club in Christchurch is as long as your arm and lends a glow to the invaluable contribution by this fantastic volunteer. Graham Lowery ‘s dedication, practical skills, efficiency and enthusiastic motivation to improve and maintain the club has made an immense impact on it’s standing allowing it to host such world class events as the 11th World Bowls Championships in 2008. Graham won the Fendalton – Waimairi Community board Community Service Award in 2008 for his work before and during this very successful event. Graham also received personal thanks from Bowls NZ CEO Kerry Clark for his fantastic contribution in playing a pivotal role in the smooth running of the tournament each day .. a testament to one committed volunteer who is a role model interested in contributing Burnside Bowling Club President Neil Cornelius does not treat the assistance lightly .. for the past 16 years almost single handedly Graham Lowery has carried off numerous tasks for the club in a most efficient and professional manner. Those tasks include everything from maintaining the clubs facilities to organizing large teams of volunteers to help with international events like 2008 World Bowls Championships and the 2005 World Singles Champion of Champions Graham Lowery has shown what one person can do to make a difference to their local club , events like World Bowls 2008 would not be possible without the efforts of people like Graham Lowery Graham you are a truly worthy recipient of the Bowls New Zealand Volunteer of the year. |
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