Hometown Australia State Of Origin Bowls Grand Final 2026​

Community, Competition and Plenty of Good Spirits on the Green: Hometown 2026 State Of Origin Bowls Comp.

The annual Hometown Australia State of Origin Bowling Grand Final once again brought together land lease homeowners from across New South Wales and Queensland for a fantastic day of friendly competition.

Read Hometown Australia's full event wrap-up: https://hometownaustralia.com.au/resident-stories/a-bright-win-for-nsw-at-the-2026-state-of-origin-bowling-grand-final

Highlights from the Grand Final

• New South Wales secured overall honours, with the Mens Pairs bringing home the win.
• Sunrise residents Peter and Karen claimed the Mixed Pairs title for NSW.
• Laurieton's Olive and Raylene took out the Ladies' Pairs championship, adding to the NSW tally.
• Queensland celebrated a Men's Pairs victory thanks to Red Gum's John and Bill.
• A special congratulations to Bill Schleusener who took home the MHIA Player Of The Series Award – well done Bill!

As a proud sponsor of the event, everyone at MHIA would like to congratulate the players, organisers and supporters who helped make the day such a success and share our gratitude for once again being considered to support this ongoing seasonal event.

More Than Just a Game

One of the things we enjoy most at MHIA about supporting events like this is seeing the sense of belonging that land lease homeowners share.

The bowling may have determined the winners, but the real highlight is the way residents come together with over 100 spectators attending. The encouragement from the sidelines, the friendly rivalries, the shared meals and the celebrations afterwards all contribute to the strong community spirit that underpins what these unique communities are about.

Proud to Support the Communities We Serve

Supporting initiatives that bring residents together is something we genuinely value. Whether it's through community events, educational resources or insurance designed specifically for land lease homeowners, our focus remains the same: helping residents enjoy the lifestyle they've worked hard to achieve.

Thank you to Hometown Australia, all the competitors and the many supporters who made the day such a memorable occasion.

At MHIA, we're proud to support the communities we serve. If you're organising an upcoming social, sporting or community event, consider applying for MHIA Community Sponsorship. Follow the link below to learn more and submit your application. Terms and conditions apply.

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