Mackay Stingers Dragon Boat Club

Wide Bay Series – Tin Can Bay

Earlier this month, a small group of our Mackay Stingers headed down to Tin Can Bay to take part in the Wide Bay Series!

A huge thank you to Rockhampton Dragon Boat Club for welcoming us and letting our Stingers join their crew for the day. We had an absolute blast getting out on the water, racing alongside some great paddlers!

And a very special CONGRATULATIONS to Norrie on completing her final sweep assessment! 🎉👏 What an achievement — we’re so proud to see another Stinger stepping up and developing her skills on and off the boat.

Thanks to everyone who made the day such a fun one. We love seeing our club members getting out there, representing the Stingers and being part of the wider dragon boat community!

🏆 Time to Shine – Women in Sport! 🏆

A huge congratulations to Loretta and Pam, who were both very lucky to receive a Magpies ‘Time to Shine – Women in Sport’ $500 grant! 🎉

These grants will go towards supporting the ongoing development of Mackay Stingers and helping our club continue to grow, develop and support our members.

We’re incredibly proud of both Loretta and Pam for their dedication, commitment and passion for dragon boating. We’re so grateful to Magpies Sporting Club for supporting women in sport and helping our members chase their goals at the highest level!

A great day out supporting our local community! 🚴‍♀️

Today, some of our club members volunteered at the BMA River to Reef Ride, helping support racers with vehicle travel throughout the race.

We love being able to lend a hand at local community events held here at the Marina and play our part in making these events a success.

A big thank you to our members who volunteered their time today! 👏

Don’t let the crisp winter mornings keep you off the water! ❄️☀️

There’s nothing better than watching the sun rise over the harbour with a paddle in hand and a great crew beside you. Winter mornings might be chilly, but once you’re out on the water, you’ll remember why it’s worth getting up early.

Come and join the Mackay Stingers for a Sunday morning paddle—fresh air, great company, and a fantastic way to start your day.
See you on the water!

What a fantastic day representing the Mackay Stingers at the TDBC Intercity Dragon Boat Regatta!

A small group of our paddlers made the trip to take part in a day filled with great racing, teamwork, and plenty of laughs.

A big thank you to TDBC for hosting such a well-run event, to all the volunteers and officials who made the regatta possible, and to every club that helped create such a welcoming atmosphere.

Thank you to CLIX PIX MEDIA for the amazing photos of our club 🙏

We’re proud of our crew for giving it their all and representing Mackay Stingers with determination, sportsmanship, and smiles. 💪🏼

👀 If they can do it, so can you!

A big thank you to Paul from North Coast Dragons and Masha from Sunshine Coast for joining us at our Tuesday training session!

It was fantastic to have you both on the water with the Mackay Stingers. We appreciate you taking the time to visit, share your experience, and be part of our training. Opportunities to connect with fellow dragon boaters from other clubs help strengthen our sport and community.

We hope you enjoyed your time with us! Safe travels and happy paddling! 🐉

Come & Try Dragon Boating!

Looking for a fun way to get active, meet new people, and enjoy the outdoors? Join the Mackay Stingers Dragon Boat Club for a free Come & Try session! No experience is necessary!
Our friendly team will provide all the training and equipment you need. Whether you’re looking to improve your fitness, be part of a supportive community, or simply try something new, we’d love to welcome you on the water! 🐉🚣‍♀️🌊