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.
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70+ years: The best players in Sunshine Coast cricket history
Some are just forging their careers while others remain biblical within Sunshine Coast cricket folklore. See the full list of the region’s best batsmen and bowlers since 1951.
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:
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.
Captains reveal 24/25 season aims, star recruits and players to watch
The Sunshine Coast cricket season is underway with each captain highlighting their off-season recruits, team aims and players to watch across all three formats. Read the full season preview.
‘Lies, misinformation’: Chaotic scenes as Nanango race club committee re-elected
A torrent of verbal attacks and insults overshadowed the Nanango Race Club’s annual general meeting on Sunday, where the incumbent committee was re-elected amid rising tensions.
Minute’s silence for Speedway veteran, teen after tragic losses
Just days after a hearse carrying a coffin draped in a checkered flag honoured a 53-year-old speedway legend, he and a teen racer, who also tragically died of cancer, are being remembered at a regional race meet. VIDEO, TRIBUTES.
Turf ‘war’ in country race club set to come to a head
A bitter divide between the factions tearing apart a beloved Queensland country race club will come to a head this weekend. Who will be victorious?
Council scuttles plan for major subdivision near Gympie speedway
The Gympie council has cited noise concerns as one reason for its decision to reject a developer’s plan to create almost 50 housing blocks within a kilometre of the Mother Mountain Speedway.
QLD School Sport pushing for mens netball nationals
Calls have been made to get the ball moving on a senior schoolboys nationals in 2025 as men’s netball participation continues to grow in the state and beyond, both in playing and officiating capacity. Details here:
Kickboxer ‘Billy the Kid’ back in ring with eye on Muay Thai record
Popular regional Qld boxer Billy Degoumois, whose fighting career ended with a 28 win record from 36 bouts, is stepping back into the ring after more than a decade away from the sport.
40 teams, 240 players as Qld State Polocrosse titles get underway Tansey
Perfect spring weather heralded the official opening of the Queensland State Polocrosse Titles at the Tansey Polocrosse Club on Friday.
Rodeo legend and family fun at Mary Valley Show and Rodeo
A full program of family fun is planned for the annual Mary Valley Show and Rodeo at the Imbil Showgrounds this Saturday.
‘See you around buddy’: Tributes flow after 16yo speedway star dies
The Queensland speedway family is in mourning following the death of an inspirational young driver, larrikin and “absolute soldier” who has died just shy of his 17th birthday.
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
Next up: Top U19 Sunshine Coast rugby league stars uncovered
The Sunshine Coast under-19s rugby league season has uncovered a number of rising stars, standout performers and could-be-anythings. See the players from every club plus what the coaches had to say.
VOTE NOW: Who has Queensland’s most picturesque football ground
After a hotly contested nomination phase the finalists for Football Queensland’s most picturesque ground have been decided. Here’s how you can get your club into the grand final.
‘Lacks adequate facilities’: Hundreds join plea for much-needed sports centre
The president of one of Gympie’s most popular sporting clubs is renewing efforts to bring an end to five years of ‘frustration’ and finally deliver a much-demanded facility to the region.
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.
‘Can’t put into words’: Superstar swim talent voted Sunshine Coast’s best sports coach
The Sunshine Coast has spoken and the region’s top sports coach can now be revealed after a mammoth voting poll. Read what he had to say and find out which local mentors rounds out the top 10.
Queensland’s star footballers you need to watch in race to finals
With the race to secure finals spots heating up we’re shining a light on Queensland’s top footballers. Find out who cracked the list from your club here.
‘I was shaking’: Teen league star earns spot in Aussie Schoolboys team
Sunshine Coast schoolboy rugby league talent Zac Garton has continued to impress national selectors as he eyes off the elite NRL level. Read what he had to say.
Top 25: Sunshine Coast athletes to watch at 2024 Paris Olympic Games
The Sunshine Coast will have stars proudly sporting the green and gold in the pool, on the track, with paddles, down halfpipes and more in Paris. Here’s who’s ready to rip.
NAMED: The players who hold key to your club’s football finals hopes
As the race to secure a finals spot heats across Queensland we name the players leading the charge for your club. Find out who cracked the list here.
Queensland’s golden boot leaders and superstar players revealed
Queensland’s goalkeepers were kept busy at the weekend with plenty of goals scored. We reveal the Sunshine State’s Golden Boot race leaders and the star players here.
Ex-AFL player & Div 1 US College stars: Flag Football Nationals guide
Teams from across the country will descend on Brisbane this weekend for Australia’s biggest Flag Football Nationals to date. Packed with cross-code names, get a full breakdown of every state’s roster plus the players you can’t miss. Full details inside.
Poised to dominate: 25 up and coming superstars under 35
From sports stars to musicians, artists and businessmen and women, these talented, competitive young people from all corners of the Gympie region – some as young as 12 – are blazing a trail and shaping the future.
90+ pics: Slater, Gilmore among showstoppers at Gold Coast Pro 2024
World champions have been joining the line up at Snapper Rocks for the 2024 Gold Coast Pro. See the full gallery
150+ faces: Who was watching, playing at Qld hockey champs
As 14 teams contested two divisions at the state under-18 men’s hockey championships in Rockhampton, we were there to capture the action on and off the field. PHOTOS.
‘Game changer’: Major announcement for Queensland’s richest regional race
It’s already regional Queensland’s richest race. Now, The Archer’s stakes are set to be even higher as the chairman reveals the next “sensational step”. DETAILS.
The 40+ young stars to watch at Hockey Queensland’s U18 titles
The state’s exciting teenage hockey talent will be on show at the Gold Coast and Rockhampton as the centres host the under-18 girls and boys championships respectively. See who are the players to watch.
45 schools, 600 kids: Titans Netball launch school competition
The Gold Coast Titans have taken a major step towards the club gaining a Super Netball licence which involves school kids from throughout the region. Full details:
FQPL WRAP: We name QLD’s star grassroots footballers and teams
With footballs seasons across the Sunshine State well underway here is Football Queensland’s look at some of the top players from across the state. Find out who from your club made the list here.
Live stream: Why Queensland will make plenty of noise at ALAC
Queensland are taking a big squad to the Australian Little A’s Championships this weekend – and there is plenty of confidence in the camp. Catch the action LIVE on Saturday and Sunday on KTV.
In pictures: QLD School Sport Baseball 12-14 years
Relive all the action from the 12-14 years QLD School Sport Baseball Championships, with a mega photo gallery from Thursday and Friday games. See the 60+ pics inside:
Football wrap: We shine a light on Queensland’s must-watch games
Ready for a massive weekend of Football Queensland action? Here are the top matches and players from Cairns to the Gold Coast you have to watch this weekend.
Developer unveils plan for ‘world-class’ indoor golf centre
Gympie golfers will get a unique chance to work on their game if a development application lodged with the council is green lit.
Australia name team for ISA World Junior Surf Champs
One month out from the event, Australia has announced it’s team of 12 for the 2024 ISA World Junior Surfing Championship to be held in El Salvador this May. Full details and team inside:
National Netball Champs 2024: NSW unveiled, Crombie’s bid for one better
The 2024 National Netball Championships are fast approaching. While NSW reveal their new and returning names, one of Queensland’s top shooters is candid with the fact she has unfinished business on the national stage. Full story inside:
Revealed: Players you need to watch at National Netball Championships
Future Diamonds will shine on the court at the National Netball Championships. Find out which players you should be keeping an eye on during the week-long tournament.
A new fine Cotton affair
His name has superstar qualities but there’s nothing soft about Indy Cotton as he emerges as one of the nation’s best young basketball talents this country has seen. Find out how you can watch him in action this week.
Overhaul: Meet Gympie’s new-look council as local leaders sworn in
Turnover continues to be the word within Gympie Regional Council chambers, with more than half of the region’s local government representatives changing for a third election in a row. Meet your new councillors.
Gen Next: Footy legends gunning to be NRL’s next head coach
Six ex-rugby league stars are building their cases to be the next NRL head coaching hire, while dozens of household names are developing their coaching skills in Queensland’s heartland.
Net breakers: Football Qld’s leading goal scorers
From Cairns to the Gold Coast, we name Football Queensland’s leading goal scorers, top players and run the rule over every major grassroots competition and key Kappa Cup matches.
40+ photos: Tennis players out to ace rivals at Rockhampton Open Age
More than 180 competitors are taking part in the three-day tournament at the Rockhampton Regional Tennis Centre. Check out the photos.
Football wrap: Top-of-the-table games headline big week of action
Football is back and we have your one stop shop for all the latest results, big name players, top teams and news from right across Queensland. Find out what’s happening in your region.
In their words: Where election candidates stand on Gympie’s big issues
A third bridge across the Mary River, reopening the Civic Centre, new sport facilities – the men and women vying to be part of the incoming council have revealed their passion projects and how they plan to fix five of the biggest issues facing the region.
Meet the wild Aussie women who beat the blokes to create world history
A teacher has helped rewrite the history books after guiding her all-female adventure racing team through a gruelling 450km, three day event tackling everything from mountain biking to river kayaking to beat the blokes.
FQPL WRAP: Top-of-the-table clashes headline massive week
Football fans across Queensland are in for a treat with a host of top-of-the-table clashes and grand final rematches headlining a big weekend of action. Get all the latest news and results from across the state here.
Top 11 revealed: Sunshine Coast Cricket team of the season
With the Sunshine Coast cricket season coming to a close, we uncover the standout stars selected in the 2023/24 division one team of the season. See who made the cut and have your say.
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