Armidale's Peter Garland has been awarded a medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in the General Division for his services to the community of Armidale and to Lawn Bowls. Garland has been one of the long standing servants of Lawn Bowls in the New England District, serving as Secretary for many years. Bowls NSW congratulates Peter on being recognised for his dedication to the community and our sport. Former Australian superstar Kelvin Kerkow has also been recognised in the Australia Day Honours List with the medal (OAM) of the Order of Australia in the General Division. Kerkow was awarded the prestigious honour for his service to lawn bowls as a player, coach and mentor of junior bowlers and those with a disability, as well as being an ambassador for lawn bowls in Australia and overseas.
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