Tennis court and bowling green named at Pearl Beach

The Pearl Beach Tennis and Bowls Recreation Club has announced the naming of a tennis court and a bowling green.

President Mr Paul Blinkhorn told the annual meeting on October 14 that they would be named the Brian Worrall Court and the Robert Lillico Green.

"Since the club's inception in 1980 it has been fortunate to have had just three presidents in the first 30 years," said publicity officer Ms Lynne Lillico.

"The first two of these presidents have already been honoured with the naming of the Ruth and David Ridges Court and the Keith Lego Pavilion.

"The naming of the Brian Worrall Court was in honour of another past president," Ms Lillico said.

"Brian served as president for 10 years and achieved much for the club during that time," she said.

Mr Worrall was attendance at the meeting with his wife and children.

"Brian responded by giving an insightful and emotional speech about his 70 years of living in and loving Pearl Beach," Ms Lillico said.

Mr Blinkhorn also announced the club's new bowling green would be named after Mr Robert Lillico, in recognition of the Lillicos' enduring contributions to the community of Pearl Beach.

"It had been advertised that the opening and naming of the newly-refurbished bowling green would be on site.

"However, the weather prevented this and we are delighted to announce that the facility will now be known as the Robert Lillico Green," Mr Blinkhorn said.

"Many of you already know what a terrific contribution Robert and Lynne make to the Pearl Beach community.

"Robert has been instrumental in kick starting successful bowling programs for both men and women and his drive and determination were important factors in the decision to undertake the refurbishing project," Mr Blinkhorn said.

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Media release, 17 Oct 2018

Lynne Lillico, Pearl Beach Tennis and Bowls Recreation Club