Nationals Qualifiers

Yes. Given the size and scale of this event, we will be required to put limits on entries for each discipline.

Once the entry cap for a discipline is reached, you will still be able to enter via BowlsLink and will automatically be added to the waitlist.

If a player or team withdraws, Bowls NSW will contact the next eligible player or team on the waitlist. Any waitlisted entries that do not receive a place in the event will be refunded by Bowls NSW.

If a player or team withdraws after entries have closed, their entry fee will be forfeited.

Given the adjustment of the season calendar that was requested broadly across NSW (i.e. moving to a January 1 start date) this has created a shortened qualification period for Bowls NSW to get State qualifiers to the Bowls Australia National Championships for 2027.

Pairs, Triples & Fours – Knock out

Singles & Mixed Pairs – Sectional play followed by knock out

No. You can enter this event with any other affiliated member(s) from your Region subject to adhering to gender requirements.

No. Each discipline is a separate competition, so you can choose to enter one or as many disciplines as you like.

A separate entry must be completed for each discipline you wish to enter.

The draw will be released by the 20th October.

No. Players and teams in each discipline may be drawn to play at any of the host venues.

No. This is a ‘one-off’ qualifying event due to the adjustment to the State calendar. Regular programming of the Bowls NSW State Championships (Region Qualifying through to State Finals) will run in 2027.

Yes. We considered multiple options including:

Open entry – uncapped entry numbers: We did not proceed with this format given the size and scale of such an undertaking. It was envisaged that this would become such a large-scale event that the time and resources required to bring this to life were deemed insufficient. Additionally, the time required to complete such an event would take considerable space out of the calendar for other events.

Invitational event: We did not proceed with an invite only State Championships event for current or periphery State representative players as it was deemed too exclusive. We wanted to ensure that all members are provided with the opportunity to enter this event.

During the entry process, you will be prompted to add the other players to your team.

Players can be searched using their surname and Primary Club, or by entering their NIN (National Identity Number).

We recommend having your teammates’ details ready before you begin your entry. If you are unable to find a player, there may be an issue with the information entered or with the details recorded in their BowlsLink profile.

How to enter an event on the BowlsLink App

How to enter an event on a browser

Please note, you will not be able to enter the Nationals Qualifiers until Monday 14 September at 9am. The event will not appear in the Competitions section of the BowlsLink app or online browser until entries open.

Singles – $40 per player

Pairs – $80 per team ($40 per player)

Triples – $120 per team ($40 per player)

Fours – $160 per team ($40 per player)

Payments must be completed to secure an entry.

Winners will also receive a contribution from Bowls NSW when they travel to compete at the 2027 Australian Championships.