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Bowls day raises funds for cancer
Organisers of the Pink Drive Bowls Day said the fundraising event was well supported by 96 players.
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Through the Pink Drive Bowls Day, R36 000 was raised for cancer at the Riverside Bowling Club in Uvongo recently.
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One of the organisers, Johnny Louch, said every day they hear of someone who has either been diagnosed with cancer, is in remission, or has passed away.
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“The Pink Drive Bowls Day has been very well-supported. We had over 96 players honouring the main theme of pink,” said Louch.
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Taking to social media, Joeanne Francis said: “A huge thank you to everyone who participated in the Pink Drive Bowls Day. Your energy and enthusiasm made the event a tremendous success. A special shoutout to our incredible sponsors and players; we could not have done it without you.”
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