North Queensland Sports Foundation

30/09/2026

Everything you need to know about the 36th Annual North Queensland Sportstar Awards! 🏆👏

Don't forget to buy your tickets, you don't want to miss this 🌟

👉https://www.ticketlink.com.au/ticketlinkEvents/presentations-and-dinners/2026-north-queensland-sportstar-award

30/09/2026

A HUGE congratulations to Allegra, Donna, Harper, Ivy and Katie for your success at the North Queensland Sports Awards! You've worked so hard and we are beyond proud to have you represent our region! 🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆

• Allegra Clarke – Junior Sportstar of the Year - Duathlon and Athletics
• Donna Ormiston – Masters of Sport - Field Archery
• Harper Matthews – Junior Sportstar of the Year - BMX
• Ivy Chalmers – Junior Sportstar of the Year - Cross Country and Athletics
• Katie McLennan – Sports Excellence - Broke the Backyard Ultra age-group record

Image credit: North Queensland Sports Foundation

29/09/2026

WHO'S UP NEXT? 💫 Take a look at some of the Juniors from Cairns Regional Council eligible for their share in over $20,000 in prizes and scholarships at the 36th North Queensland Sportstar Awards on October 17th!

A final-minute goal for Australia in India, a world championship medal in Bangkok, and a 12-year-old beating adults. This year’s Junior Sportstar of the Year nominees show where Far North Que…

25/09/2026

How good is the Socceroos playing in North Queensland?

20/09/2026

🏅 MASTERS OF SPORT — WHERE EXPERIENCE MEETS EXCELLENCE

Age is no barrier to ambition, competition or sporting achievement. 💪

The Masters of Sport Award celebrates athletes who continue to push boundaries, compete at the highest level and inspire others through their dedication and passion for sport.

From World and National titles and records to international representation and podium finishes, this year’s finalists are achieving remarkable results across a range of sports. 🌏🥇

WHO WILL BE THE 2026 MASTERS OF SPORT AWARD WINNER?

Join us on Saturday October 17th at the Tanks Arts Centre in Cairns Regional Council for the very first time, as we celebrate the best sporting achievements across 9 categories 💰

The 36th Annual North Queensland Sportstar Awards 👇 TICKETS
https://www.ticketlink.com.au/ticketlinkEvents/presentations-and-dinners/2026-north-queensland-sportstar-awards

19/09/2026

🏆 CELEBRATING THE PEOPLE WHO MAKE SPORT HAPPEN!

Behind every athlete, team and sporting club is a network of people who give their time, energy and passion to keep sport moving forward. 🙌

The Sports Impact Award shines a light on the volunteers, coaches, administrators, officials, committee members and countless others who work behind the scenes to create opportunities, support athletes and strengthen sporting communities across North Queensland. ❤️

WHO WILL BE THE 2026 NQ SPORTS IMPACT AWARD WINNER?

Join us on Saturday October 17th at the Tanks Arts Centre in Cairns Regional Council for the very first time, as we celebrate the best sporting achievements across 9 categories 💰

The 36th Annual North Queensland Sportstar Awards 👇 TICKETS

18/09/2026

🏆 INTRODUCING OUR 2026 JUNIOR FINALISTS!
POST 2 OF 2 👀

Our most competitive nomination year to date! 🙌

The Junior Sportstar of the Year category is shaping up to be an exciting one, showcasing the incredible talent, dedication and potential of the next generation of athletes across North Queensland. 🌟

WHO WILL BE THE 2026 NQ JUNIOR SPORTSTAR OF THE YEAR?

Join us on Saturday October 17th at the Tanks Arts Centre in Cairns Regional Council for the very first time, as we celebrate the best sporting achievements across 9 categories 💰

The 36th Annual North Queensland Sportstar Awards 👇 TICKETS
https://www.ticketlink.com.au/ticketlinkEvents/presentations-and-dinners/2026-north-queensland-sportstar-awards

18/09/2026

🏆 INTRODUCING OUR 2026 JUNIOR FINALISTS!
POST 1 OF 2 👀

Our most competitive nomination year to date! 🙌

The Junior Sportstar of the Year category is shaping up to be an exciting one, showcasing the incredible talent, dedication and potential of the next generation of athletes across North Queensland. 🌟

WHO WILL BE THE 2026 NQ JUNIOR SPORTSTAR OF THE YEAR?

Join us on Saturday October 17th at the Tanks Arts Centre in Cairns Regional Council for the very first time, as we celebrate the best sporting achievements across 9 categories 💰

The 36th Annual North Queensland Sportstar Awards 👇 TICKETS
https://www.ticketlink.com.au/ticketlinkEvents/presentations-and-dinners/2026-north-queensland-sportstar-awards

18/09/2026

ICYMI: Last week Ben Wenzel, our 2022 NQ Para-athlete of the Year (and 2025 QLD Junior Para-Athlete of the Year) won his first ever Quad Match at the US Open 🎾🇺🇸

Ben’s story is an incredible tale of individual and regional perseverance in search of his goals. Congratulations Ben! 👏

Who’s going to be crowned NQ Para-Athlete of the Year? Find out October 17th at the Tanks Arts Centre in Cairns Regional Council.

The 36th Annual North Queensland Sportstar Awards 👇 TICKETS
https://www.ticketlink.com.au/ticketlinkEvents/presentations-and-dinners/2026-north-queensland-sportstar-awards

17/09/2026

ONE TEAM. ONE SEASON. ONE STANDOUT YEAR. 🏆 Our Team of the Year finalists have shown what’s possible when talent, teamwork and determination come together. From state champions to national champions, these teams have delivered remarkable results and represented their clubs, schools and communities with distinction.

WHO WILL BE THE 2026 NQ TEAM OF THE YEAR?

Join us on Saturday October 17th at the Tanks Arts Centre in Cairns Regional Council for the very first time, as we celebrate the best sporting achievements across 9 categories 💰

The 36th Annual North Queensland Sportstar Awards 👇 TICKETS
https://www.ticketlink.com.au/ticketlinkEvents/presentations-and-dinners/2026-north-queensland-sportstar-awards