AFLQ Darling Downs Allied Cup mid-season report card
As we pass the halfway mark in the 2024 AFLQ Darling Downs Allied Cup season, we run the rule over all seven clubs. See how your club is going here.
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Why Toowoomba store means so much to LSKD founder
Hundreds of LSKD fanatics are expected to flock to the fitness brand’s new Toowoomba store this Saturday. We reveal why the Garden City holds a special place in LSKD CEO Jason Daniel’s heart here.
SAFE HANDS: Thunder keeper features in World Cup qualifiers
From Toowoomba to Barbados – meet the Garden City player living out his international dream as he makes his mark at the grandest football stage in the world.
REVEALED: Toowoomba name strong 47th Battalion squad
NAMED: Coach Col Speed has named a squad he hopes can defend the 47th Battalion title won in Emerald last year. Find out who from your club cracked the 25-player list here.
Western Clydesdales mentor signs deal with NRLW outfit
From coaching under-11 schoolgirls to the BMD Premiership Mitch Sargent has always enjoyed a challenge. Now the Western Clydesdales coach is set to take a massive step forward. Find out which NRLW club the mentor is set to join here.
Maroons stars support Western Corridor NRL expansion bid
As the ARLC looms closer to making a decision on the future expansion sides in a 20-team NRL competition, Queensland Maroons stars have backed the potential of a Western Corridor bid. Check out the details here.
Photos: Record crowd turns out for special QLD Maroons event
Did we spot you at the Queensland Maroons Fan Day in Toowoomba? Check out our massive photo gallery from the big day here.
Colts 1 rugby: Who are the form players of the competition?
Club rugby: Colts 1’s in-form players leading into round 12 includes several from the competition’s sleeping giants, Easts Tigers, who were positioning for a tilt at the semi-finals. FULL LIST
FIGHT KNIGHT: Armoured warriors do battle in medieval combat
In gleaming suits of armour and armed with medieval weapons, a group of warriors did battle at the weekend. Check out our massive gallery from Tyr’s Warriors Fight Knight here.
Toowoomba Mountaineers eye off finals spot after another win
The Toowoomba Mountaineers women’s side are within touching distance of a QSL1 finals berth after another impressive performance on Sunday. Check out the biggest talking points from the action here.
REVEALED: We rank the top 20 players from TRL Round 10
RANKED: We’ve named the top 20 male and female players after round 10 of the TRL. Find out who from your club cracked our best performances list here.
REVEALED: Biggest talking points from round 10 of the TRL
It was another scintillating round of Toowoomba Rugby League with some clutch performances and season-defining clashes. Check out the biggest talking points from round 10 here.
Biggest talking points from Clydesdales and Pride clash
After a string of promising performances, the Western Clydesdales faced one of their toughest tasks yet when they hosted the Northern Pride on Sunday. Check out the biggest talking points from the clash here.
‘Unreal feeling’: Pittsworth boxer defends Australasia title
A 22-year-old boxer from a small Queensland country town sensationally defended his Australasia Welterweight Title on Friday in a clinical performance. Check out the details of his stunning rise here.
In pictures – QRSS 13-15 years and 16-18 years Touch State Championship
Photo gallery: More than 50 images from the QRSS 13-15 years and 16-18 years Touch State Championships staged at Whites Hill Reserves.
REACHING NEW HEIGHTS: New gym set to open in Toowoomba
A new gym – the first of its kind in Toowoomba – is set to help members reach new heights. Get a first look inside the exciting new facility here.
REVEALED: Best AFLQ Darling Downs players from round 8
After an entertaining round of AAFLQ Darling Downs. We reveal the 15+ junior and senior players who stole the show in round 8. See who made the list here.
REVEALED: When the Southwest Queensland Emus will play again
The Southwest Queensland Emus are back. Find out when and where the Indigenous representative team will play their next game here.
Risdon Cup mid-season report: How each team is travelling
As we approach the second half of the 2024 Risdon Cup season, we run the rule over every side in our mid-season report card.
Athletes wanted: How you can be Australia’s next Olympic star
Are you a power athlete? We reveal here how you can put your hat in the ring and boost your chances at being Australia’s next Olympic Games superstar.
Historic 693-day Risdon Cup streak ended
One of Toowoomba sport’s longest streaks was brought to an end on Saturday in a shock Risdon Cup boilover. Check out what happened in a 693-day first here.
Football Queensland’s leading goal scorers and star players named
The goals are flowing thick and fast across the Sunshine State. Find out who the golden boot contenders and star players from your region are here.
REVEALED: Biggest talking points from round 9 of TRL
Round 9 marked the midway point of the TRL season and there was plenty of action across all four main grades. Check out the biggest talking points from the weekend here.
TJRL STARS: We name the 30+ under-13 stars with bright futures
TJRL STARS: We’re shining a light on the under-13 Toowoomba Junior Rugby League competition. Find out who from your club cracked our list of young stars with bright futures here.
We reveal the keys to Clydesdales’ mid-season turnaround
The Western Clydesdales have been on an upward trajectory over the last month after fighting through early season adversity. Now Clydesdales captain Emry Pere and coach Jason Alchin are determined to turn those solid performances into wins. See how they plan to do it here.
GPS football: Super 15 from Rd 4 action
GPS First XI football: Who were the top performers from round 4? The list includes a hat trick hero from TSS, an awesome foursome from Churchie and a trio of Nudgee aces.
We name the stars who hold the keys to Clydesdales grand final hopes
From dynamic duos to premiership stat leaders – we look at the star players that hold the keys to Western Clydesdales grand final hopes this weekend. Find out who made our list here.
FOOTBALL WRAP: We name QLD’s top footballers and volunteers
STATE WRAP: From Cairns to the Gold Coast we’re shining a light on the state’s best grassroots competition. Find out who from your club cracked our top male and female players list here.
Mother’s Day tackle inflicts horror injuries
A Toowoomba Rugby League player remains in hospital with severe spinal injuries as the community rallies to support her long road to recovery. See how you can help.
Connell Cup Team of the Season revealed
Queensland Maroons’ fans take note: The future is in good hands given the quality of our Connell Cup under-17 Team of the Season. Story here.
Meninga Cup Team of the Season; tribute to 80 other high achievers
Meninga Cup Team of the Season: How healthy is Queensland’s State of Origin future? Just look at this stacked Meninga under-19s Team of the Season which also highlights another 80 players who could have made it. READ HERE.
TRL TALK: Are unbeaten Warwick Cowboys the real deal this year?
With round 6 of the Toowoomba Rugby League wrapping up here’s our look at the major talking points – including why Warwick Cowboys are the real deal and the young stars leading the charge for the region on the elite stage.
TRL STARS: Which winger tops our list of 20 best round 6 players?
Toowoomba Rugby League fans were treated to plenty of tries and a few nailbiting clashes at the weekend. With round 6 in the bag here’s our look at the 20 stars who made their mark. Find out who from your club cracked the list here.
Toowoomba have mountain to climb after costly double defeat
The Toowoomba Mountaineers men left to rue costly mistakes after a big weekend of action. Here’s our look at the talking points from the QSL team’s massive weekend double header.
How young gun helped spark huge Mountaineers revival
The Toowoomba Mountaineers breathed new life into their QSL campaign at the weekend with two key wins. Here’s our look at the biggest talking points – including which star sparked the team’s big revival.
‘Not guaranteed a spot’: QLD netballer’s motivation for 2024 nationals
Eighteen-year-old netball sensation Jayden Molo admits missing out on selection into the 2023 AIS squad served as much needed motivation to work harder. Twelve months later, the teen has ticked off another goal in her netball career. Read her story here:
FINALS BOUND: How Clydesdales sealed historic finals berth
It wasn’t easy, but our Western Clydesdales BMD Premiership side booked a place in this year’s finals in a game for the ages. See how they snuck into finals here.
RISING STARS: We name 35 junior league stars with bright futures
YOUNG STARS: We’re shining a light on the under-11 Toowoomba Junior Rugby League competition. Find out who made our list of 35+ players with bright futures here.
Junior gymnasts banned due to dispute with governing body
The crisis that is tearing apart grassroots gymnastics across Australia is also affecting local athletes, with young Queensland children banned from competing due to the business dispute.
Maroons ready to tackle camp ahead of historic Origin series
With experience, a team-first focus and some of Australian rugby league’s top players returning, star Romy Teitzel has no doubt the Queensland Maroons are primed for a massive Origin series.
FINAL COUNTDOWN: Every way the Clydesdales can play finals footy
FINALS HOPE: Win, lose or draw the Western Clydesdales can play finals footy this season. Here’s how things need to play out for our stars to keep their premiership hopes alive this weekend.
‘Tremendously proud’: Western Clydesdales face date with destiny
The Western Clydesdales BMD Premiership side is within touching distance of a historic finals berth. See what the chance to make finals would mean to Clydesdales coach Mitch Sargent here.
GALLERY: Willowburn celebrates its rich history at gala dinner
GALLERY: Did we spot you at Willowburn’s 75th anniversary dinner? Check out massive gallery from the gala dinner here.
Darling Downs stars set to feature in State of Origin
In one of the most highly anticipated Women’s State of Origin series, Darling Downs rugby league fans will have plenty of players to watch from both teams, with Western Clydesdales and local players named in the Game One squads. See who is set to represent the region here.
Sports industry awards up for grabs
Sporting bodies who have excelled in getting Australians active are being encouraged to nominate for awards recognising their excellence. But they had better act quickly.
SPOTLIGHT: Football QLD honours best and brightest women in sport
WOMEN IN SPOTLIGHT: Football Queensland is celebrating the Sunshine State’s best female players, coaches and volunteers. Find out who picked up major awards from your club here.
Key takeaways from Toowoomba Mountaineers women’s clash
The Toowoomba Mountaineers women’s side suffered their third defeat of the season on Saturday. Check out the key takeaways from the contest here.
Biggest talking points from Mountaineers defeat to Pirates
The Toowoomba Mountaineers men’s side suffered their second defeat of the season on Saturday night when they took on the South West Metro Pirates. Check out the key takeaways from the game here.
GPS football: Team of the Week revealed following Churchie triumph
GPS First XI football: Who were the top performers from round three? The list includes two boom Brisbane Roar rookies, plus goalkeepers from BBC and IGS and some brave TSS boys.
Queensland 19s Emerging Squad features 24 super kids
Here’s 24 reasons the Queensland Maroons women’s program was in great condition following the naming of the Queensland Under 19 Emerging Squad.
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