There is some good news for lawn bowls enthusiasts of the Southern Highlands.
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The greens at the Bowral Bowling Club has re-opened, however, there are strict guidelines in place.
Bowral Bowling Club general manager Tony Dunn said the greens re-opened on May 5 following a directive from Bowls NSW and Women's Bowls NSW.
The move also ties in with the easing of stay at home regulations on May 1 by NSW Premier Gladys Berijiklian.
Mr Dunn said that under the new rules the Bowral greens would be open to a maximum of 10 bowlers for up to two hours.
"This is not for competition, but to allow bowlers to take part in practise and roll-up sessions," he said.
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Mr Dunn said that while there was still a long way to go towards getting back to normal, the latest move was a step in the right direction, which gave new hope.
"These little things matter at the moment," he said.
"It's super to see some more members being able to use the greens, although in a limited way.
"We must not become complacent and must focus on the rules put in place."
Under the current conditions lawn bowlers must book a head to use the greens which are open from Monday through to Saturday.
Mr Dunn said that booking time slots were 11am, 1pm and 3pm.
The club has been closed to the public since COVID-19 restrictions came into force in late March.
However, it has continued to offer a bottle shop service throughout the shut down period.
People can call in pre-orders to the bottle shop on 4861 1320. Bottleshop orders can also be made through the hungrels app for pick up or home deliveries made by Southern Highlands Taxis.
To book time on the bowling green call 4861 1320.