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2023 Annual Award Winners
On Saturday the 23rd of September Paddle Queensland hosted the 2023 Annual Awards recognising and celebrating the outstanding achievements of the community. Over forty members from across the State came together to celebrate the year that was at the SYC Oxenford Watersports Centre and enjoyed a range of light refreshments provided by the Boatshed Brew….
Chinderah Chase
Round 4 of the Pacific Coast Marathon Series. Click here to register.
Big River Canoe Club Whitewater Weekends
In preparation for the anticipated Redlands Whitewater Centre for the Brisbane 2032 Olympics, Paddle Queensland has started discussions with the Big River Canoe Club to participate in a range of Whitewater weekends. 2023October 14-15. Port Macquarie area / Come and TryNovember 18-19. Mann River / Fun competition 2024February 10-11. Mann River March 2-3. Port Macquarie…
Australian Masters Games
Created by the Confederation of Australian Sport in 1987, the Australian Masters Games is a week-long festival of sport that brings together weekend warriors from around Australia, and the world, to enjoy an extensive sport and social program in an exciting holiday destination. The 19th Edition of the Australian Masters Games will be held in…
Canoe Polo Summer Series
Entries are open for the Canoe Polo Summer series Round 1 at the Gold Coast. All categories are welcome, including team and individual entries for U/18. Please refer to the invitation with this post, and the link to the registration form. For more info message or email Brothers Canoe Club email: brotherscanoeclub@gmail.com Particular notice should…
SLSQ Endurance Championships
The 2023 QLD Endurance Championships hosted by Surf Life Saving Queensland are inviting members of the pubic to participate in Downwind Ocean Ski Events on 30th September at Alexandra Headland SLSC. Downwind Open Male 12km Spec SkiDownwind Open Male 12km Ocean SkiDownwind Open Female 12km Spec SkiDownwind Open Female 12km Ocean Ski To enter please…
National Integrity Framework Update Training
Monday, 18th September 6 – 730pm AEST andTuesday, 28th September 730 – 9pm AEST Further to the National Integrity Framework training sessions delivered to Clubs late last year, Paddle Australia (PA) now invites your Club Committee members and Member Protection Information Officers to attend an online follow-up training session about important changes to PA’s integrity, disciplinary…
2023 Paddle Queensland Annual Awards Finalists
It is with great pleasure that I wish to advise the Judging Panel have selected the below individuals and clubs as Finalists for the 2023 Paddle Queensland Annual Awards.
2023 Annual General Meeting
Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of Paddle Queensland Incorporated will be held as follows: Date: Saturday, 23rd September 2023Time: 12:30pmVenue: SYC Oxenford Watersports Centre 33 Watersports Lane, Oxenford QLD 4210Online: TBS Each Affiliated Club may be represented by one (1) Delegate, who may vote on behalf of the Affiliated Club. Affiliated Clubs…
Pacific Coast Ocean Racing Series Leaderboard
With three rounds down and one to go, the standings for the Pacific Coast Ocean Racing Series are heating up.To be eligible for the podium, you must have competed in at least two events and be a member of Paddle Queensland. 2023 PQ PCORS ICF Surfski R1-32023 PQ PCORS SLSA Spec skis R1-32023 PQ PCORS…
14 Beaches Ocean Race
On Saturday the 12th of August over 200 paddlers from around Australia converged on the picturesque beaches of the Gold Coast to take part in the largest Gold Coast Ocean Racing event in recent times. While the morning was calm and with light winds predicted for the race, come race time Huey did not disappoint…
Pacific Coast Marathon Series Leaderboard
After two rounds of competition. Pl = Place in racePt = Series PointsTr = Bonus travel points 2023 Pacific Coast Marathon Series Schedule Currumbin CapersClick here for the resultsWetlands WanderClick here for the resultsVarsity Lakes MarathonClick here for the resultsChinderah Chase: Sunday, 15th OctoberClick here to register
2023 Canoe Sprint Championships
On behalf of Paddle Queensland and the Canoe Sprint Technical Committee, it is my pleasure to welcome you to the 2023 Paddle Queensland School and State Canoe Marathon Championships at the SYC Oxenford Watersports Centre. Paddlers from eight to eighty (and beyond) are encouraged to be part of a great weekend of paddling with events…
Battle of the Paddle
More People Paddling, More of the Time! It is my pleasure to welcome you to Paddle Queensland’s latest community program, Battle of the Paddle. Battle of the Paddle is an event concept designed to be an enjoyable, engaging entry into paddling and to build bridges between flatwater, ocean, surf and river paddling. Battle of the…
Pacific Coast Ocean Racing Series Leaderboard
After two rounds of competition. Pl = Place in racePt = Series PointsTr = Bonus travel points 2023 Pacific Coast Ocean Racing Series Schedule Moreton Bay Ocean Paddle: Saturday 13th MayClick here for the resultsNordic Kayaks Beach to Beach: Saturday 10th JuneClick here for the results14 Beaches Ocean Race: Saturday 12th AugustClick here to registerHervey Bay Ocean Classic: Sunday 10th SeptemberClick here to register
Fraser Coast Paddlefest. Battle of the Paddle, Dash for Cash and the Hervey Bay Ocean Classic
It is my pleasure to welcome you to the return of the Fraser Coast Paddlefest taking place over Saturday the 9th and Sunday the 10th of September 2023 on the stunning waters of Hervey Bay. Paddlefest is a truly unique event focused on the mental and physical benefits paddling provides the community. Saturday is focused…
Wetlands Wander
Sunday, 2nd July 2023 For more information click here.
Pacific Coast Marathon Series
Welcome to the Paddle Queensland Pacific Coast Marathon Series. The 2023 Series will bring the Queensland Marathon community together across four events in July, September and October. The Series will comprise of Male, Female and Mixed classes for Under 12, Under 14, Under 16, Under 18, Under 21, Under 23, Opens and Masters paddlers on…
Currumbin Capers
Sunday, 2nd July 2023 Click here to register
Paddler Jun/Aug 23
The Official Journal of Paddle Queensland Paddler Jun/Aug 23 Following the tireless work of past administrations and the value placed on the members journal QANOE, Paddler will continue the legacy and tradition that QANOE provided the Queensland paddling community by providing members and subscribers with the latest paddling news and events to ensure and support…
2023 Annual Awards, it’s time to celebrate!
2023 Paddle Queensland Annual Awards, It’s time to celebrate! On Saturday the 23rd September, Paddle Queensland will host the 2023 Annual Awards in Oxenford recognising and celebrating the outstanding achievements of the community and provide an opportunity to reflect on the year that was. Paddle Queensland members can provide nominations showcasing their contribution to the…
14 Beaches Ocean Race
Welcome to the 14 Beaches Ocean Race hosted by Paddle Queensland. The 14 Beaches Ocean Race is the first Queensland event on the Shaw and Partners Australian Ocean Racing Series calendar, the third race of the Paddle Queensland Pacific Coast Ocean Racing Series and will also triple as the 2023 Ocean Racing State Championships. The 14 Beaches Ocean Race is…
Moreton Bay Ocean Paddle Results
Welcome to the Moreton Bay Ocean Paddle hosted by the Brisbane Paddling Club on the 13th May. The Moreton Bay Ocean Paddle is the first race of the Paddle Queensland Pacific Coast Ocean Racing Series. The Pacific Coast Ocean Racing Series will bring the Queensland Ocean Racing community together across four events from May to September starting…
QLD Paddler News. May-June
Hello paddlers,We hope 2023 is treating you well?To help ensure you can experience the wide array of paddlesport opportunities available to you, the following events have been collated for your reference.We look forward to seeing you on the water!Yours in paddling, Scott SharplesExecutive Officer May16th : 9 – 11am. Paddle Adventure, Lake Kurwongbah : Ages 10+16th : 1130am…
2023 Canoe Marathon Championships
On behalf of Paddle Queensland and the Canoe Marathon Technical Committee, it is my pleasure to welcome you to the 2023 Paddle Queensland School and State Canoe Marathon Championships at the SYC Oxenford Watersports Centre from Friday 23 to Sunday 25 June. Paddlers from eight to eighty (and beyond) are encouraged to be part of…
Pacific Coast Ocean Racing Series
On behalf of Paddle Queensland, it is my pleasure to welcome you to the Pacific Coast Ocean Racing Series. The Pacific Coast Ocean Racing Series will bring the Queensland Ocean Racing community together across four events from May to September starting with the Brisbane Paddling Clubs’ Moreton Bay Ocean Paddle, the Mooloolaba Paddlers Nordic Kayaks…
Paddleology – the Study of Paddlesports
On behalf of Paddle Queensland, it is my pleasure to welcome you to Paddleology – the Study of Paddlesports. Paddle Queensland is committed to improving the services and support provided to the Queensland paddle community which is why we’re running a range of four-hour skills, safety and supporters’ workshops focused on helping our member clubs,…
Clean Up Australia Day
Sick of seeing masks, plastic bottles and other rubbish in your waterways? What better opportunity to get your club and community together for a Clean Up Paddle than on Clean Up Australia Day – Sunday March 5th. Clean Up Australia Day is a great way to get people along on a Clean Up Paddle… so…
Up-coming National Events
Paddle Queensland is preparing to assist with the logistics for the up-coming national events.If you are interested in racing the following events:GP2 – PenrithPA Canoe Sprint Championships – PerthOceania & PA Canoe Marathon Championships – GeelongOceania & PA SUP Championships – GeelongPlease register your details: Click here
2023 Oceania & Paddle Australia Canoe Marathon & SUP Championships
Entries are now open! 1. Important links Web page Facebook Web page contains all the information about the championships including the first 5 newsletters. Newsletter 1 – Welcome Newsletter 2 – Timetable Newsletter 3 – Registrations. Newsletter 4 – Volunteers Newsletter 5 – Merchandise.