100+ names revealed: Premier Invitational’s top performers
Australia’s largest junior soccer tournament has come to a close on the Gold Coast. Discover the top players, golden boots, MVPs and gold medal match recaps from boys and girls:
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The 10 young guns you need to watch at NQ U15 Cricket Championships
The region’s top under-15s cricketers will be in Townsville this week battling for NQ supremacy. Find out which players from NQ, Far North and Mackay-Whitsunday are simply unmissable.
NAMED: RLMD A-grade player of the year nominees
The RLMD will put the finishing touches on the 2024 season with its presentation evening on Saturday. Find out which players are in the running for A-grade player of the year
Regional Queensland Gridiron League Season Draw revealed
Regional Queensland’s American football stars believe future Olympians will be among the league’s rookie class of 2024/25 when gridiron action returns from November 2. See the full season draw:
Rabid Cowboys fan to Rookie of the Year: Purdue’s incredible 12 months
To say the last 12 months has been a meteoric rise for Jaxon Purdue would be a huge understatement. Read how the kid from Mackay went from Cowboys superfan to NRL player in less than a year.
POLL: Does Mackay deserve funding for Great Barrier Reef Stage 2?
With other regional centres including Rockhampton, Townsville and Cairns receiving hundreds of millions in grants for new sporting facilities, does Mackay deserve its share of the action as well? Have your say.
REP READY: Queensland names star-studded indoor hockey sides
With the Australian indoor championships just two months away – Queensland have kicked their preparations off. Find out who made the rep under-21 and Open male and females sides here.
‘It’s where it kicked off’: Former NRL star heads ‘home’ to coach
After finishing up his four-year stint playing at the highest level, West Tigers Mackay’s very own Andrew Davey is ready to give back to the club that started it all.
You pick: Vote now for ultimate Qld Schoolboys team of the year
Vote now: Discover the top schoolboys rugby league players in Queensland and pick your ultimate team of the year from the NRL’s elite Year 10 and senior competitions. Cast your vote here.
REVEALED: Mackay Cricket Association round 1 team of the week
With the first round of the Mackay Cricket Association’s first grade 2024-25 season in the books, it’s time to take a look at the performances that mattered. See which players made the cut.
60+ PICS: Crocs vs Mudcrabs at the T20 Smash grand final
The grand finalists from the 2024 Mackay T20 Smash went to battle for all the glory on Friday night. Check out all the best pictures in our GALLERY.
GALLERY: U10 action from the Premier Invitational
Juniors from across the country went head-to-head at the Premier Invitational. See all the pictures from Saturday’s U10s. Gallery 1 of 5:
NAMED: The 80-plus stars of Basketball QLD U12 state titles
Queensland’s basketball stars of tomorrow faced off at the under-12 state titles with teams from across the Sunshine State battling it out for glory over the school holidays. Meet the players who stood out from the action-packed championships here.
Mackay Hockey secures major LNP election promise
Hockey Mackay has locked in a major election promise from Mackay LNP candidate Nigel Dalton, with $800,000 in funding offered for a new indoor facility.
‘Super impressive’: Grand final captains highlight key areas, game-breakers
Senior cricket captains Shaun Austin and Tim Cridland have lifted the lid on their team’s lead-in form and key players as they battle it out to be crowned 2024 Mackay T20 champions.
Ex-Wallaroo lifts the lid on ‘unknown’ Qld Country Orchids side
A former Australian women’s rugby union star has given unique insight into her Queensland Country Orchids side as they prepare to make amends from their 2023 Australian Rugby Shield heartbreak.
REVEALED: Players who will star in the 2024-25 Mackay Cricket Association season
The first ball of the 2024-25 Mackay Cricket Association season is just around the corner, and it’s time to find out which players are looking to play a critical role this summer.
‘Exciting player’: Qld Country Heelers coach highlights key threats for ARS title charge
Queensland Country Heelers head coach Brad Tronc has revealed his tournament aims and star players to watch as he prepares to lift the 2024 Australian Rugby Shield on home soil.
Star exits present Cowboys golden opportunity to revitalise backline
The departure of high-profile Cowboys Valentine Holmes, Chad Townsend and Kyle Feldt gives North Queensland a unique opportunity to revitalise each edge. Find out who’s in line to step up.
Crocs and Mudcrabs ready for battle in T20 Smash grand final
With the finale to the Porter’s Mitre 10 Mackay T20 Smash just days away, it’s time to take a look at how each of the two grand finalists got themselves to the big dance.
REVEALED: Elite QRL competition set for major overhaul in 2025
One of Queensland’s elite rugby league competitions is set for a massive overhaul to bring it in line with its national counterpart. Find out how the QRL BMD Premiership will change here.
Aussies excel: The key takeaways from the WT20 series so far
The Australian Women’s Cricket team has once again shown why they’re the side to beat at the upcoming ICC WT20 World Cup.
‘I’ve been in a good place’: Gardner makes triumphant return after head knock
Australian cricket veteran Ash Gardner made a winning return to action as the player of the match in game two of the series against New Zealand after a nasty head knock ruled her out of game one.
‘There was a time when I didn’t think I’d play any’: Australian stalwart set for major milestone
Australian cricket stalwart Beth Mooney is set to play her 100th women’s T20 International when the Aussies take on New Zealand on Sunday evening.
Why Cowboys need to put faith in Tom Duffy at halfback for 2025
North Queensland must put its faith in unproven halfback Tom Duffy if the Cowboys are any chance of making a splash in the 2025 NRL premiership race. Read why the young gun is the right man for the job.
5000+ FACES: Qld’s ultimate race day galleries
There has been endless rain, searing heat and everything in between, but it hasn’t stopped Queenslanders from getting to the races. SEE ALL THE PHOTOS
100+ FACES: Aaron Payne Cup action in Mackay
A captivating day of rugby league saw two of the best schools in Queensland go head-to-head in the Aaron Payne Cup on Thursday. Check out our gallery to see the best of the action
How Cowboys will spend bounty unlocked by Holmes departure
Todd Payten has broken down his top priorities for how to spend the nearly $1m windfall freed by Valentine Holmes’ exit. Read how the Cowboys will splash their cash, how Chad Townsend reacted to his axing and meet the NRLW livewire set to star.
Publican, teacher drive s–tboxes to mystery destination
The owner of an Airlie Beach pub and a Mackay educator are coming together in their ‘old reliable’ cars to fight cancer in a race described as the ‘mad baby brother’ of an iconic rally.
REPLAYS: Speed burns as Kirwan end Aaron Payne Cup anguish
Davidson Benioni scored a try that has to be seen to be believed as Kirwan were crowned champions of North Queensland. Next up is a clash with the Dolphin Cup winners. Catch all the REPLAYS.
The dynamic duo ready to lift Mackay to national glory
With national glory on the line this weekend, Mackay Meteors coach Joel Khalu is ready to put his faith in a pair of young stars at the NBL1 National Finals.
Live stream: Grizzlies big boost ahead of historic NQ Schoolgirls final
The Grizzlies will welcome back a familiar face while injury plagues the side ahead of the biggest game of their NRL Schoolgirls Cup season. Find out how to watch it LIVE here.
Meet the Mackay trio aiming for Paralympic gold together
Mackay will be well-represented at the Paris Paralympics later this month with a trio of wheelchair rugby players from the region set to make the trek. Meet them here.
How prolific past can help modern-day Bears ‘write own history’
Kirwan have gone back through the archives, including to a time dominated by a certain Jeremiah Nanai, for inspiration ahead of Aaron Payne Cup final. Check out the action LIVE on Thursday.
REVEALED: The 15 players ready to define Mackay league finals
With Mackay and District Rugby League finals series getting underway on Saturday, it’s time to reveal who coaches believe will define their team’s 2024 campaign.
‘It’s no secret’ Harrup Park wants top level events says CEO
Harrup Park CEO Adrian Young said he wants to see the venue hosting men’s international cricket, which could see the likes of Pat Cummins and Steve Smith play at Great Barrier Reef Arena, in the future
Top performers from Vicki Wilson Cup, Boys 2024
Smithfield State High School and St Peter’s Lutheran College have taken out the Vicki Wilson Cup (girls) and Boys Open Championships for 2024, now we reveal the top players from both senior divisions – from far North Queensland to the southeast corner.
The former Wallaroo inspiring regional rugby revival in Mackay
A former Test rugby player, a Fijian teenage sensation and a talented club junior have led Slade Point to the Mackay Rugby Union grand final. Read why the regional women’s competition is going from strength to strength.
Payten flags team changes after embarrassing Cowboys defeat
North Queensland coach Todd Payten has a golden opportunity to tinker with his struggling side as he prepares for a season-defining month leading into finals. What changes would you look at making?
The players set to define the AFL Mackay finals series
With finals just around the corner, it’s time to take a look at the players who look set to define the business end of the 2024 AFL Mackay season.
MARVELLOUS METEORS: Mackay is the king of NBL1 North
Meteors master Joel Khalu reveals the four key players who delivered his team a championship as he casts his eye forward to the next big challenge. See the best pictures in our gallery.
REPLAY: St Pats made to sweat as Iggy Park make life uncomfortable
A semifinal that threatened to become a snoozefest suddenly burst into life in one of the most incredible final 20 minutes of the Aaron Payne Cup season. Catch up on the REPLAY.
Cowboys veteran calls end to stellar NRL career
One of North Queensland’s most popular players has played his last game for the Cowboys after 12 seasons in the NRL, but he’s not hanging up the boots just yet. Find out what’s next for him.
How Mackay coaching legend got Meg back on track
Mackay swim coaching legend Pat Wright may have saved the career of Olympic gold medallist Meg Harris. She reveals how she encouraged the star to keep swimming when she was “nearly ready to quit”.
Iconic Swan swoops on amazing milestone
Scott Pendlebury one week, Ivan Walker the next. Read how an icon of Mackay sport was able to reach his incredible milestone.
Football wrap: Every result and match that matters ahead of finals
With finals football just around the corner Football Queensland has run the rule over every key result and fixture from Cairns to the Gold Coast. Get all the latest news here.
“It was a dream”: Co-founder lauds Mackay cricket event
Century Cricket Group co-founder Joel Hamilton has heaped praise on their event held in Mackay over the weekend, describing it as a “dream” to host.
200+ FACES: Mackay triumphs in NBL1 North grand final
Mackay Meteors triumphed over Brisbane Capitals in the NBL1 North grand final series held over the weekend. See MEGA GALLERY for pictures from Saturday’s game.
Gallery: All the action from Century Cricket competition
There was $80,000 up for grabs at the Century Cricket competition over the weekend at the Great Barrier Reef Arena. Did you attend? SEE OUR MEGA GALLERY.
Revealed: How Mackay can taste NBL1 glory
The Mackay Meteors are on the cusp of NBL1 glory. Discover the five key areas set to define their championship quest.
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