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EO Update – May 2026

EO Update – May 2026 Hello paddlers, As we move into the middle of 2026, the momentum across paddlesports in Queensland continues to build. What is becoming increasingly clear is the strength of our community, the diversity of opportunities emerging across all disciplines and the exciting future ahead as we

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Expressions of Interest Open – Paddle Queensland Discipline Technical Committees

Paddle Queensland is encouraging members from across the Queensland paddling community to consider applying for the newly established Discipline Technical Committee (DTC). This is an exciting opportunity for passionate and experienced members of the paddling community to help shape the future of paddlesports within the State. As Paddle Queensland continues

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Paddle Australia Launches CLUBMAP Club Development Partnership

Supporting Stronger, More Sustainable Paddle Clubs Across Australia Paddle Australia and the State Paddle Associations are excited to announce a new partnership with CLUBMAP to deliver a dedicated Club Development Program for paddle clubs across the country over the next 12 months. CLUBMAP is a recognised leader in community club

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A New Chapter for Outrigger Paddling in Queensland

Paddle Queensland is proud to officially welcome the newly formed Queensland Outrigger Technical Committee, marking an exciting new chapter for outrigging within the Paddle Queensland community. The establishment of the Committee represents an important step forward in strengthening the growth, leadership and future direction of outrigging across Queensland. It also

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2026 Paddling Film Festival

Join us for an unforgettable night of adventure, inspiration, and big-screen paddling stories at the 2026 Paddling Film Festival. On June 13th at 7pm, the Sandgate Town Hall will come alive with a hand-picked selection of the world’s best paddling films—featuring canoeing, kayaking, whitewater, expedition adventures, and powerful human stories from

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New Child Safe Standards for Queensland Sport

Queensland’s new Child Safe Organisations Act 2024 introduces mandatory Child Safe Standards and the Universal Principle for organisations working with children, including sporting clubs and associations. These reforms are designed to strengthen child safety, wellbeing, inclusion, and cultural safety across all environments where children participate. For sporting organisations, implementation requirements

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Case Study: BrisSUP Beginners SUP Day

Author: Janet Buchan, President, BrisSUP Overview BrisSUP’s Beginners SUP Day held in January 2026 was designed to make stand-up paddling more accessible for people who already owned a SUP but lacked confidence or guidance to get on the water safely. The event was designed to build confidence, teach safety skills, and provide a

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