Magnetic Island Magpies Junior AFL

Last night was one of those moments that reminds us all that football is just a game.

After finishing up another night and morning of dedication to kids footy for the weekend, I can honestly say I am incredibly relieved that Luca is doing well.

Seeing any child injured is difficult, but when you witness a young player lying motionless with a suspected spinal injury, it has an emotional impact on everyone involved— unimaginable for parents, shocking for teammates, coaches, volunteers, officials and spectators alike.

Today has shown me what our football community is truly about. The care, concern and genuine support shown for Luca and his family has been overwhelming.

I want to sincerely thank everyone who reached out. Members from the Curra Swans, Thuringowa Bulldogs and Hermit Park Tigers all came up to me throughout the day, sent messages to our club and asked how Luca was doing. Those simple acts of kindness mean plenty.

Moments like these remind us that while we wear different colours on game day, we are one football family. Rivalries disappear, and what matters most is looking after one another.

On behalf of our club, thank you to everyone who checked in, offered support and kept Luca in your thoughts.

We're all looking forward to seeing Luca back doing what he loves when the time is right.

Bol Harbuz
President.

Hey everyone,

Awesome season! Really really competitive bunch of kids in both age groups and it’s been a pleasure to coach them. Really looking forward to getting stuck into next year already!

Fantastic games tonight, so good to see the quality from everyone! Thankyou AFL Townsville for a smooth event 👏

Go magpies 🤍🖤🤍🖤

Just a quick message regarding tonight, we’re all thinking of you Jamie Frizzo Jessica Frizzo
Best of wishes and a speedy recovery to Luca. Thinking of you dude. Lots of love, Magpies Family ❤️

2026 AFL Townsville Junior Booklet Check out this A4 designed by dj-watts.

🏉 Jake Spencer Cup – This Friday! 🏉

This Friday marks the end of the 2026 season as our kids head to Murray Stadium for the annual Jake Spencer Cup.

Last training:
📅 Tuesday
🕟 4:30pm

Friday Schedule:
⛴️ 4:30pm – Sealink ferry departs Nelly Bay
🚌 Bus transfer to Murray Stadium

Game Times

Under 9s
• 5:30pm
• 6:30pm
• 7:30pm

Under 11s
• 6:00pm
• 7:00pm
• 8:00pm

After the final games, the team bus will depart Murray Stadium at 8:45pm to connect with the 9:20pm Sealink ferry back to Magnetic Island.

Let's finish the season with plenty of teamwork, sportsmanship and Magpie pride.
We look forward to seeing all our players and families there for a fantastic night of footy!

Go Magpies! 🖤🤍

‼️Gameday Saturday‼️

FINAL HOME GAME FOR THE YEAR 🎊🎉

GET DOWN AND SUPPORT THE CLUB ONE LAST TIME 🫶

Under 9s - 8 am
Under 11s - 9 am

Will be great weather, great bbq brekky food as always, great atmosphere and even better footy skills on display!

Volunteers as usual 7am just to get things organised and set up please and thankyou!

GO MAGPIES🖤🤍🖤

As a major major sponsor of the club, Sealink has always provided a fantastic service for our Junior footy club on the Island.

Sealink has always contributed kindly to us for travelling, organising and communicating with the clubs that aren’t just us. So it’s time to give back to them!

Attached is Sealink’s latest experiences flyer, featuring a range of unforgettable adventures, including:



Whale Watching Tours
Dates:
25 & 26 July and
1, 2, 7, 8, 9, 14, 16, 21, 22, 23, 28, 29 & 30 August 2026

Duration: 9am -12pm (3 hours)

Witness humpback whales in their natural habitat on an unforgettable three-hour cruise featuring live commentary, scenic coastal views and morning tea.

Price - $125 adult, $90 child (5-14 years) and Free of Charge for Infants (0-4 years)



2-Hour Sunset Cruises
Dates: Saturday 12 September, Saturday 24 October and Saturday 21 November 2026

Duration:5pm - 7pm (2 hours)

Unwind with a welcome drink, individual antipasto platter, live music and spectacular sunset views across the Townsville and Magnetic Island coastline.

Price - $115 adult and $115 child (5-14 years)



Orpheus Island Day Tour
Dates: Saturday 19th September and Saturday 17 October 2026
Duration: 8am - 3pm (8 hours)
Escape to one of North Queensland's hidden gems and enjoy a scenic cruise through the Palm Island Group, lunch, pristine beaches, a self-guided nature walk and optional snorkelling.

Price - $185 adult, $135 child (5-14 years) and Free of Charge for Infants (0-4 years)



These experiences are a fantastic way to explore the beauty of our region, whether it's spotting humpback whales in the wild, enjoying a relaxing sunset on the water, or escaping to the pristine beaches of Orpheus Island.

Thankyou to our great sponsor Sealink for their ongoing support of the Magnetic Island Magpies Junior AFL club 👏

‼️ TRAINING TONIGHT ‼️

Training for the kids as usual at 4:25pm on the horseshoe bay oval!

Get the numbers up this week for a home game this weekend😋

See you all down there this arvo!

GO MAGPIES 🖤🤍🖤🤍

‼️📣 GAMEDAY 📣‼️

TOMORROW!

7am ferry to Townsville/Gill Park

9:30am ferry home to Magnetic Island!

Kids will be playing at the same time (under 9s and under 11s) at 8am vs University Hawks.

Short, sharp and busy morning for the kids, but they’ve always said a quick games a good game 🤣

See you all bright and early tomorrow morning!

GO MAGPIES 🤍🖤🤍🖤

‼️ TRAINING IS BACK ‼️

Tomorrow, Tuesday 14th Footy returns!

Horseshoe Bay Oval 4:25pm training will start!

All kids please have your boots on, water bottles filled and good listening ears after an extended break away 😁

‼️ EARLY GAMEDAY NOTICE ‼️

Gameday Saturday 18th July at Gill Park Townsville

All games (under 9s and under 11s) will start at 8am, so 7am ferry to town as usual and potentially 9:30am or 10:30am ferry home depending on how long it takes. Will finalise return time later in the week, along with an official gameday post 😁

SEE YOU ALL TOMORROW😋