Jackaroos Para and Open Trial Camp to be staged in Traralgon
Traralgon is set to play a key role in Australia’s bowls journey towards the 2026 Commonwealth Games, with the 2025 Right at Home Australian Jackaroos Para and Open Trial Camp to be held at Traralgon Bowls Club next week.
Staged from March 16-21, courtesy of support from Latrobe City Council, the camp will serve as a vital preparatory event, providing Australia’s top para and open players with high-performance training and selection opportunities as they strive for international success.
The six-day camp will serve as a crucial step in preparation for a number of upcoming international competitions, none more prominent and important than the 2026 Commonwealth Games, which is now less than 500 days away.
Bowls Australia acknowledges the contribution of Latrobe City Council, whose funding has helped secure this event for the region.
Latrobe City Council Mayor Dale Harriman expressed the Council’s excitement in supporting the event.
“Hosting the Australian Jackaroos Para and Open Trial Camp is a fantastic opportunity for our community to witness elite-level bowls up close and personal,” Councillor Harriman said.
“This event highlights Traralgon’s outstanding sporting facilities, in particular those of Traralgon Bowls Club, and our commitment to fostering inclusive and high-performance sport.
“We look forward to welcoming athletes, coaches, and supporters to our region and showcasing everything Latrobe City has to offer.”
Bowls Australia National Coach Gary Willis also highlighted the importance of staging the camp in Traralgon.
“Traralgon Bowls Club provides an excellent environment for our athletes to refine their skills and compete at the highest level, and this trial camp is a critical step in our selection process as we identify and prepare the best players to represent Australia on the world stage.
“We appreciate the support of Latrobe City Council in making this happen and look forward to an outstanding week of high-performance bowls.”
The 2025 Right at Home Australian Jackaroos Para and Open Trial Camp will provide an invaluable platform for Australia’s best bowlers to showcase their abilities and work towards future international selection.
