The Ministry of Health advises that anyone aged over 70; or anyone with compromised immune systems should isolate themselves at home and only venture out for the absolute necessities due to covid-19 being particularly harmful to these groups.
Anyone who identifies in one of these groups may understandably be very distressed about going out and exposing themselves to this illness. 
If you are in this position and you need help to get supplies (food, hygiene products, medicines, pet supplies or anything really) please look in the comments below and contact one of the people who are happy to help with your needs. 
Any members who are happy to help, please add your name and contact details to the comments section so you can be contacted if needed.

A massive shout out to Clare Hendra from all members at Silverstream Bowling Club!
After an amazing year including being selected for the Black Jacks, a National Title, Wellington Rep success and more Wellington titles, it is only fitting that Clare has been recognised as Wellington Player of the Year for 2019-2020.
Clare amassed a whopping 410 points throughout the season. To put this into perspective, second place was Helen King on 180 points and the highest male was Ray Martin on 175 points!

Recognition is also deserved for the following Silverstream players who made the list:
+  Kennie Critchlow with 60 points
+  Denise Goldsmith, Sharon Ritchie and Helen Baker with 45 points
+  Adam Turner with 35 points
+  Andy Gray with 20 points
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The Bowls Wellington Board, after convening for a special meeting, have agreed that for the time
being Bowls Wellington events will go ahead as scheduled. This is in line with the current
recommendations from the Ministry of Health and Bowls NZ.

Clubs are encouraged to be vigilant in their operations with regards to the hosting of bowling and
social activities at the club.
The following measures are recommended to minimise risk:

 Don’t pick up other people’s bowls or equipment.
 Maintain a distance of 1.5m from other people where possible, including in the clubrooms.
 Wash hands regularly and thoroughly.
 If you need to cough or sneeze, do it into your elbow.
 Refrain from shaking hands or other body contact, including high fives.
 Don’t lick your fingers before playing a bowl.

Other general considerations to ensure you keep yourselves and other safe include:

 Using disposable gloves and follow good hygiene practices when dealing with money and/or food.
 Using EFTPOS instead of cash whenever possible.
 If you feel unwell or someone you are in close contact with feels unwell, please stay away.
 If you have returned from overseas in the past 14 days, stay away.
 If you have had contact with someone returned from overseas in the past 14 days, stay away.
 If you are in self isolation, stay away.

If you have entered a Bowls Wellington event, and you feel unwell or anxious about participating,
you are eligible for a full refund. Where possible contact Bowls Wellington prior to the draw being released.
This situation is continually evolving and Bowls Wellington will continue to monitor the
situation and follow the advice and recommendations of the Ministry of Health and Bowls NZ.

​We are proud to announce that our women's fours won the Champion of Champions final against Island Bay by 20 to 15. This is the first center win for Helen, Sharon and Denise - well done ladies!!!
​The team was: Clare Hendra - Skip, Helen Baker - Three, Sharon Ritchie - Two and Denise Goldsmith - Lead.

Congratulations Clare Hendra and team (Sandra Keith, Selina Smith and Tayla Bruce) for taking out the Womens National Fours. Silverstream Club and its members are all exremely proud of your continued success!