THE annual Bowls Challenge between Palm Lake Resort Tea Gardens and Fern Bay was held at Palm Lake Resort Tea Gardens on Sunday 6 June 2021.

The two over 55’s resorts have competed for this shield for five years.

While Tea Gardens has held it for the longest consecutive number of months on record – 20, they were narrowly beaten on the day 145 -123.

Both teams duelled hard on the eight lane course, with loud encouragement by the large team of supporters for each side.

After bowls lunch and beverages were enjoyed by all.

A return match is planned around September 2021.