Originally named Helensvale Bowls Club, there was only one green with the second built in the mid 80’s and the third in 2000. A small modest clubhouse had one bar and seating for approximately 100 people. When poker machines were first introduced in Queensland the Club purchased nine, and we now have a total of 193.
In the early years, the Club was already well established as a bowls club, but with only six of the 248 total members as social members, the Club was to come alive in 1995. From BBQs, bingo and baby showers the Club had it all, and with high-class entertainment and great meals, it soon became the social hub of Helensvale.
In 2009 Club Helensvale decided to host the North Gold Coast RSL Sub Branch Inc and continues to welcome the veterans to the Club. The arrangement has allowed Club Helensvale to become actively involved in community commemorative events like ANZAC and Remembrance Day.
Club Helensvale has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past twenty years, with seven stages of development costing a total of $10.25 million. Throughout this period, numerous upgrades have been made, including multiple renovations of the bistro and gaming room, relocations of the office and foyer, and the addition of new amenities such as the bowler’s amenities block, Punt Sports Bar, Café 22, and a refreshed identity for Blu Bistro.
Recent major developments, which began in 2014, saw the administration offices relocated upstairs, the construction of a new porte cochere, a staffroom, and an expanded gaming room featuring 60 additional gaming machines, a gaming bar, and a kitchenette. A single-level car park was also added to the rear of the club in 2017.
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020-21, the club took the opportunity to further enhance its facilities, ensuring a more open, spacious, and comfortable gaming lounge. This period also saw an expanded foyer, providing a grand entrance, and a larger bottle shop stocked with more variety than ever before.
By 2022, Club Helensvale unveiled a new café, lounge area, and sports bar. The most recent milestone, completed in December 2023, introduced a state-of-the-art, double-storey Bowlers Lounge with a function space above, and a world-class undercover bowling green.
Continuing our commitment to excellence, we are proud to announce the successful completion of our second undercover green. Designed for both social and competitive play, this facility has already received industry recognition. Our partners at BioScapes, led by Dave Bentley, were awarded runner-up in the prestigious SAPIA (Sports and Play Industry Association) Awards in the Commercial Sports Courts – Synthetic section for their exceptional work on Green 2. Competing against international multi-sport arenas, this accolade underscores the superior quality and design of our new green.
In addition to this success, our broader redevelopment efforts were recognised at the 2024 Gold Coast Master Builders Queensland Awards, with Ashley Cooper Construction securing two prestigious awards:
These awards reflect the dedication and vision that have driven our club’s transformation into a premier destination for both sport and leisure.
Further cementing our reputation, on November 26, 2024, Club Helensvale was announced as a joint winner of the Bowls Australia Club of the Year. This recognition highlights our unwavering commitment to advancing the sport of bowls, fostering inclusivity, and providing a welcoming environment for all players. Hosting major events like the Australian Open and launching innovative programs such as the Para Inclusive Pairs Tournament have contributed to our success.
As we continue to evolve, our focus remains on delivering top-tier experiences and facilities for our members and visitors. We invite everyone to come and experience our award-winning greens and amenities firsthand.
In 2004 the club adopted the name “Club Helensvale” with several “Club of the Year” awards through Bowls Queensland and “Best Bowls Clubs” awards from Clubs Queensland to follow. In 2009 we were inducted into the Clubs Queensland Hall of Fame for winning Best Bowls Club three years in a row.
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GOLD Lynsey Armitage (Clarke) & Mark Casey
SILVER Ceri-Anne Davies
BRONZE Nathan Rice
SILVER Mark Casey & Brett Wilkie
SILVER Lynsey Clarke
BRONZE Nathan Rice & Brett Wilkie
SILVER Nathan Rice, Aron Sherriff & Brett Wilkie
