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HISTORY OF PETANQUE
WHAT IS PETANQUE? ( Also known as “BOULES”)
All around the world, there are many kind of bowling. The English have their lawn bowling, the Italians have their “Bocce” and the French have “Petanque”. Of all these games , Petanque is the most popular and played by more people all over the World. The game was introduced in Australia by French and North African expatriates about 15 years ago. Some “Boulistes” argue that the first official Petanque Competition in NSW was organized by a group from the Island of Mauritius back in the 70’s. One thing we all agree with is that the game is now played by thousands of Australian of diverse origin. Petanque can be very attractive as a leisure activity or as a competitive sport. Traditionally the game is played in parks and on wineries premises
The plusses of the game are:-
. Rules are simple and easy to learn
. People of all ages can compete on an equal basis
. A family game
. No great strength is required
. Equipment ( “Boules” “ jack”etc) are cheap to buy and long-lasting
. Can be played on any surface with very little preparation.
. The balls ("Boules") are made of steel with weight between 690 to 810 gms.
ORGANISATION
The game is controlled by the FIPJP ( Federation International de Petanque & Jeux Provencale) the International body , of which Australia is a member. In Australia the National body is called “Petanque Australia”, an incorporated private limited company. Each State has a “ State Association” answering to the National body . In New South Wales ,it is called the New South Wales Petanque League, also, an incorporated non profit organization. THIS IS ITS OFFICIAL WEBSITE.
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