Whitby Bowling Club is a progressive lawn bowls club at 1 Hikoi Way in Whitby, Porirua. The club started in 1975, when two local residents sent a letter to every house in Whitby to test interest. The inaugural general meeting was held in November 1975, with 33 foundation members. The club is run on a mix of competitive and social play, and players can choose how much they want to compete.
No experience is needed, and the club teaches new players how to play. The website describes a relaxed, friendly club with families and friends welcome, and it says the club is available for events and celebrations. The club's own history includes the early work on the first green, a club house and a women's branch formed in 1977. Its members are described as a close community, and the website invites people to visit and ask questions by email.