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Ocean Grove Bowling Club (OGBC) has officially commenced its $6 million redevelopment, which will transform the club into one of Victoria’s premier bowls and entertainment destinations. The new precinct will serve as a vibrant hub for bowls, entertainment, and community connection, ensuring it remains a valuable asset for generations to come.
Significant milestones have been reached in the construction of OGBC’s state-of-the-art 16-rink undercover bowling structure, which is on track for completion in August 2025. The greens have been successfully demolished, the site cleared, and foundational work is progressing steadily, marking key steps toward the transformative redevelopment.
OGBC CEO Nathan O’Neill emphasised the Club’s commitment to delivering a redevelopment that will provide lasting value to their members, reinforcing their purpose of enhancing community connection.
“We’re thrilled with the progress to date and remain committed to delivering a world-class facility in 2025,” said Nathan O’Neill. “The redevelopment represents a bright future for the club, the community, and the region.”
Through the redevelopment, the Club aims to attract major events, boost regional tourism, and drive economic growth across Ocean Grove and the wider Geelong area. “This is more than just an upgrade of our facilities. It’s about delivering a vision that benefits not just our members, but our entire community to promote connection, wellbeing, and social engagement,” added O’Neill.
OGBC thanks its members and the community for their continued support during this exciting period of growth. The club acknowledges the current strain on parking but is pleased to announce that new car spaces will soon ease this issue. “Later this month, we’ll be expanding our car park to provide easier and more convenient parking for our members,” said O’Neill.
The redevelopment project will be a central focus at the club’s 70th Anniversary event this Saturday night, where over 150 members and special guests will celebrate seven decades of achievements while looking toward an exciting future. OGBC Chair John Gibcus sees the event as an opportunity to honour both past and present members and offer a glimpse of the club’s ambitious vision for the future. “Our 70th Anniversary is a time to reflect on the extraordinary journey of this club, honour those who have shaped our story, and look forward to an innovative new chapter,” said Gibcus.
For more updates on the redevelopment or general enquiries, please contact Nathan O’Neill, Chief Executive Officer [email protected]
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In FY25, Victorian Keno players enjoyed almost 10 million wins worth more than $131.9 million.
For many club patrons across Victoria, FY25 was a year to remember – all thanks to a life-changing Keno win.
Victorian players had a standout year, tallying over 9.9 million Keno wins collectively worth than $131.9 million in prize money.
In FY25, Keno players across the eastern states of mainland Australia celebrated more than 76 million wins collectively worth more than $1.2 billion.
During this time, Keno crowned 20 millionaires and multi-millionaires who together took home more than $57.9 million. Two of these major jackpot winners were from Victoria.
Laverton woman thanks ‘manifestation magic’ for Keno win
A Laverton woman shared she was left thanking the universe after she scored a $60,000 Keno Classic 8 Spot prize at Club Laverton in the weeks leading up to last Christmas.
“It was a big surprise! Especially coming up to Christmas, it’s perfect!” she cheered.
“Do you want to hear something really funny? I just wrote in my diary the day before winning, ‘Thank you, universe, for my Keno 8 Spot win’. Then it really came true!
“I’m a firm believer in the law of attraction and manifestation, and I love affirmations!
“It was awesome seeing all eight numbers pop up on the screen.
“I’ve had a few wins in Keno over the years. It’s like the stars align for me when I play - it’s my thing!”
Club Laverton manager Gus Alimovski said the team happily shared in the excitement with their major Keno winner.
“What an incredible win for our patron! It’s always great hearing these winning stories, and now we have another one to share with our patrons,” he said.
“We’re thrilled for our customer, and we hope to see more Keno winners in our venue soon.”
All eyes on a winning FY26
Keno’s National Partner Manager Luke Harrison said he couldn’t wait to see which Victorian clubs welcomed the next big Keno winners.
“Last financial year, players at Victorian clubs celebrated some impressive victories,” he said.
“A key highlight has been the growing popularity of Keno’s Bonus and Replay features among club patrons. This trend reflects how venues are successfully connecting with their customers, sharing updates on jackpot increases, promotional offers, and game enhancements.
“When players opt into Keno Bonus, they unlock the chance to multiply their winnings by up to ten times, while the Replay option adds another layer of excitement.
“Many players are still unaware of these features, making it vital for staff to start conversations and educate them on the full range of Keno possibilities!”
Mr Harrison said the solid Keno performance at Victorian clubs last financial year laid a strong foundation for continued success in FY26.
“Clubs across Victoria are embracing fresh approaches to elevate the customer experience, and Keno’s rising popularity is playing a key role in that journey,” he said.
“There’s also a wide array of Keno resources available to clubs, from eye-catching point-of-sale materials to engaging promotions, all designed to keep the game front and centre.
“As the new financial year unfolds, Keno is looking forward to celebrating more big wins for Victorian club patrons, and more success stories for the clubs that host them.”
Contact your Business Development Manager to find out how Keno can best support your club in FY26.
Visit Keno Connect for more information on maximising Keno in your club - www.kenoconnect.com.au
