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<title><![CDATA[Upper Mount Gravatt Apartment Proposal Aims to Deliver 175 New Homes]]></title>
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A major apartment development proposed for Upper Mount Gravatt could deliver 175 new homes to Brisbane's housing supply, with plans for three residential towers near Westfield Mt Gravatt and one of the city's busiest public transport interchanges.







Read: Upper Mt Gravatt Centre Precinct Plan Opens for Community Consultation







The development application seeks approval to redevelop five adjoining residential properties at 101 Mount Gravatt Capalaba Road and neighbouring lots on Mascar Street into a residential complex comprising three towers between nine and 10 storeys. The project would be delivered in two stages and offer a mix of one, two, three, and four-bedroom apartments.



Photo credit: DA-A007074136



Planning documents state the proposal has been designed to support higher-density living close to jobs, shopping and public transport while making a positive contribution to Brisbane's housing supply. The site falls within the proposed Upper Mt Gravatt Centre Suburban Renewal Precinct, where future planning aims to accommodate more residents around an existing major centre.



Designed for Urban Living



Photo credit: DA-A007074136



The proposed development includes a range of communal facilities intended to support everyday living beyond individual apartments. Rooftop gardens, children's play areas, barbecue areas, meeting rooms, a library and shared communal spaces, including shared mahjong tables, are planned across the complex. Two basement levels would provide 314 car parking spaces for residents and visitors.



According to the planning report, the buildings adopt a contemporary architectural style featuring recessed façades, articulated forms and varied materials to create visual interest while responding to Brisbane's subtropical climate. The design also incorporates Brisbane's "Buildings that Breathe" principles through features that promote natural light, ventilation and outdoor living.



The planning report states the site's proximity to high-frequency public transport and commercial precincts makes it well suited to residential infill development. Future residents would be within walking distance of Westfield Mt Gravatt and the adjoining bus interchange, while nearby retail, dining and other services would also be easily accessible.



Supporting Future Growth



Photo credit: DA-A007074136



The proposal focuses on increasing housing within an established suburb served by retail, transport and community facilities. Planning documents state the built form has been designed to respond to the emerging character of the Mount Gravatt Capalaba Road corridor while contributing positively to the public realm.



The application was lodged by SCAS Leaf 4 Pty Ltd, a company established in 2025 and associated with SC Group. The planning report states the project aims to contribute to Upper Mount Gravatt's transition toward higher-density urban living through a contemporary residential development close to an established major centre.



The development would replace the existing houses across the 4,599-square-metre site with a new apartment community, subject to approval through Brisbane City Council's development assessment process. While the proposed Upper Mt Gravatt Centre Suburban Renewal Precinct Plan has not yet been finalised, the planning report states the proposal is consistent with the area's emerging planning direction by delivering additional housing close to employment, services and high-frequency public transport.







Read: Newnham Hotel Becomes Holiday Hub for Upper Mt Gravatt Families







If approved, the project would add 175 apartments to Upper Mount Gravatt while introducing a range of shared facilities designed to support contemporary apartment living in one of Brisbane's designated growth areas.



Published 31-July-2026




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A major apartment development proposed for Upper Mount Gravatt could deliver 175 new homes to Brisbane's housing supply, with plans for three residential towers near Westfield Mt Gravatt and one of the city's busiest public transport interchanges.







Read: Upper Mt Gravatt Centre Precinct Plan Opens for Community Consultation







The development application seeks approval to redevelop five adjoining residential properties at 101 Mount Gravatt Capalaba Road and neighbouring lots on Mascar Street into a residential complex comprising three towers between nine and 10 storeys. The project would be delivered in two stages and offer a mix of one, two, three, and four-bedroom apartments.



Photo credit: DA-A007074136



Planning documents state the proposal has been designed to support higher-density living close to jobs, shopping and public transport while making a positive contribution to Brisbane's housing supply. The site falls within the proposed Upper Mt Gravatt Centre Suburban Renewal Precinct, where future planning aims to accommodate more residents around an existing major centre.



Designed for Urban Living



Photo credit: DA-A007074136



The proposed development includes a range of communal facilities intended to support everyday living beyond individual apartments. Rooftop gardens, children's play areas, barbecue areas, meeting rooms, a library and shared communal spaces, including shared mahjong tables, are planned across the complex. Two basement levels would provide 314 car parking spaces for residents and visitors.



According to the planning report, the buildings adopt a contemporary architectural style featuring recessed façades, articulated forms and varied materials to create visual interest while responding to Brisbane's subtropical climate. The design also incorporates Brisbane's "Buildings that Breathe" principles through features that promote natural light, ventilation and outdoor living.



The planning report states the site's proximity to high-frequency public transport and commercial precincts makes it well suited to residential infill development. Future residents would be within walking distance of Westfield Mt Gravatt and the adjoining bus interchange, while nearby retail, dining and other services would also be easily accessible.



Supporting Future Growth



Photo credit: DA-A007074136



The proposal focuses on increasing housing within an established suburb served by retail, transport and community facilities. Planning documents state the built form has been designed to respond to the emerging character of the Mount Gravatt Capalaba Road corridor while contributing positively to the public realm.



The application was lodged by SCAS Leaf 4 Pty Ltd, a company established in 2025 and associated with SC Group. The planning report states the project aims to contribute to Upper Mount Gravatt's transition toward higher-density urban living through a contemporary residential development close to an established major centre.



The development would replace the existing houses across the 4,599-square-metre site with a new apartment community, subject to approval through Brisbane City Council's development assessment process. While the proposed Upper Mt Gravatt Centre Suburban Renewal Precinct Plan has not yet been finalised, the planning report states the proposal is consistent with the area's emerging planning direction by delivering additional housing close to employment, services and high-frequency public transport.







Read: Newnham Hotel Becomes Holiday Hub for Upper Mt Gravatt Families







If approved, the project would add 175 apartments to Upper Mount Gravatt while introducing a range of shared facilities designed to support contemporary apartment living in one of Brisbane's designated growth areas.



Published 31-July-2026




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<title><![CDATA[Mount Gravatt Crime Figures Show 526 Offences Over The Past Year]]></title>
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Mount Gravatt locals are being reminded to stay alert after the latest suburb crime figures showed 526 offences were recorded over the past year.



Read: Mt Gravatt Show Marks 110 Years With Classic Traditions and Family Entertainment



The largest category was other theft (excluding unlawful entry), with 250 offences. That was followed by drug offences (55), traffic and related offences (45) and other property damage (32). The figures also show 27 assaults, 24 unlawful entry offences, 23 unlawful use of motor vehicles and 22 good order offences.



Daytime recorded the highest total



The time-of-day chart shows 6am to 2pm as the busiest period, with 212 offences. The 2pm to 10pm period recorded 180 offences, while the overnight 10pm to 6am period recorded 134.







The day-of-week chart shows Sunday with the highest total, followed by Saturday and then the middle of the week. The monthly chart shows a rise in August and September, a softer run through summer and autumn, and another lift later in the year.







Crime Stoppers issues money-trap warning



The Mount Gravatt data comes as Crime Stoppers Queensland is warning people about organised crime “money traps”.



Photo Credit: Crime Stoppers Queensland



In a media release dated 23 July 2026, the group said criminals are using fake job offers, social media messages and promises of easy money to recruit people into moving criminal funds. Crime Stoppers Queensland CEO David Hansen said these approaches can look genuine, which is why people should be cautious.



The warning signs include unsolicited job offers, requests to receive or transfer money through a personal bank account, requests to share banking details or allow someone else to use an account, and pressure to act quickly or keep the arrangement secret.



Photo Credit: Crime Stoppers Queensland



The campaign has a particular focus on international students and temporary visa holders, but Crime Stoppers says the message applies to everyone.



Read: Family Outbids Developers to Claim $1.85M Time-Capsule Brisbane Property



Anyone with information about suspicious activity can report it anonymously through Crime Stoppers Queensland at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au or by calling 1800 333 000.



Published 29-July-2026




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Mount Gravatt locals are being reminded to stay alert after the latest suburb crime figures showed 526 offences were recorded over the past year.



Read: Mt Gravatt Show Marks 110 Years With Classic Traditions and Family Entertainment



The largest category was other theft (excluding unlawful entry), with 250 offences. That was followed by drug offences (55), traffic and related offences (45) and other property damage (32). The figures also show 27 assaults, 24 unlawful entry offences, 23 unlawful use of motor vehicles and 22 good order offences.



Daytime recorded the highest total



The time-of-day chart shows 6am to 2pm as the busiest period, with 212 offences. The 2pm to 10pm period recorded 180 offences, while the overnight 10pm to 6am period recorded 134.







The day-of-week chart shows Sunday with the highest total, followed by Saturday and then the middle of the week. The monthly chart shows a rise in August and September, a softer run through summer and autumn, and another lift later in the year.







Crime Stoppers issues money-trap warning



The Mount Gravatt data comes as Crime Stoppers Queensland is warning people about organised crime “money traps”.



Photo Credit: Crime Stoppers Queensland



In a media release dated 23 July 2026, the group said criminals are using fake job offers, social media messages and promises of easy money to recruit people into moving criminal funds. Crime Stoppers Queensland CEO David Hansen said these approaches can look genuine, which is why people should be cautious.



The warning signs include unsolicited job offers, requests to receive or transfer money through a personal bank account, requests to share banking details or allow someone else to use an account, and pressure to act quickly or keep the arrangement secret.



Photo Credit: Crime Stoppers Queensland



The campaign has a particular focus on international students and temporary visa holders, but Crime Stoppers says the message applies to everyone.



Read: Family Outbids Developers to Claim $1.85M Time-Capsule Brisbane Property



Anyone with information about suspicious activity can report it anonymously through Crime Stoppers Queensland at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au or by calling 1800 333 000.



Published 29-July-2026




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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 24-26 July 2026]]></title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 02:35:09 +0000</pubDate>
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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 20



• Brisbane Lions 126 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Port Adelaide 675







QAFL



QAFL - TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Morningside QAFL Seniors 155 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Labrador QAFL Seniors 88



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 109 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 55







QAFLW



QAFLW - Bond University



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 15 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Bond University QAFLW Seniors 12



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 38 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFLW Seniors 10















NPL



NPL Women



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Lions FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Eastern Suburbs 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0















NBL



NBL1 North



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Carmichael Ford Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Grand Finals



• Townsville Flames 85 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Hinricks Oval, Blackwater) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Central Queensland Capras 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 20



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Father Ranger Oval, Warwick) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Tweed Heads Seagulls 8 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 58








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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 20



• Brisbane Lions 126 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Port Adelaide 675







QAFL



QAFL - TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Morningside QAFL Seniors 155 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Labrador QAFL Seniors 88



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 109 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 55







QAFLW



QAFLW - Bond University



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 15 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Bond University QAFLW Seniors 12



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 38 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFLW Seniors 10















NPL



NPL Women



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Lions FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Eastern Suburbs 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0















NBL



NBL1 North



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Carmichael Ford Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Grand Finals



• Townsville Flames 85 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Hinricks Oval, Blackwater) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Central Queensland Capras 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 20



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Father Ranger Oval, Warwick) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Tweed Heads Seagulls 8 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 58








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<title><![CDATA[New World Order: How The 2026 World Cup Shifted Football's Balance]]></title>
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Spain lifted the trophy, but the biggest story of the 2026 FIFA World Cup reached far beyond the final whistle.



Across a month of football in North America, the established powers still found their way into the closing rounds, yet the margin separating them from the rest of the world looked smaller than ever. Brazil fell to Norway. Germany's campaign ended in a penalty shootout against Paraguay. Morocco backed up its breakthrough in Qatar by reaching another semi-final after eliminating the Netherlands, while Cabo Verde stretched Argentina into extra time before finally being beaten.



None of those nations  lifted the trophy. All of them left the tournament with greater credibility than when they arrived. All of them changed the conversation.



By the time Spain edged Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the final, this World Cup had become about far more than one country's triumph. Reputation no longer guaranteed progress, and football's traditional hierarchy felt less certain than it had four years earlier. It was a tournament that echoed Arrigo Sacchi's enduring observation:




"Football belongs to whoever plays it best."— Arrigo Sacchi




Nobody Had An Easy Run



Look back through the knockout bracket and one thing stands out immediately: every favourite was forced to earn its place.



Argentina needed extra time to eliminate Cabo Verde in the Round of 16 before edging Switzerland in the quarter-finals and then England in the semi-finals. 



Spain's route to the title took them through Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and finally Argentina in the final, while England found themselves recovering from deficits against Mexico in the Round of 16 and Norway in the quarter-finals before securing third place against France in the bronze medal match.



Even Brazil, so often expected to contend deep into a World Cup, never reached the quarter-finals after Norway's Round of 16 upset of Brazil produced one of the tournament's defining results.



The names in the final four were familiar. The journey to get there was anything but.



The Gap Has Closed



For years, football has talked about the rise of nations outside the traditional elite. In 2026, that conversation finally felt settled.



Morocco proved their run to the semi-finals in Qatar was not a once-off. Paraguay's penalty shootout win over Germany sent another heavyweight home early. Norway's victory over Brazil confirmed they were no longer outsiders. Egypt's Round of 16 victory over Australia and Switzerland's penalty shootout win over Colombia reinforced how little now separates many of the world's best teams.



None of those results would have been dismissed as impossible. A decade ago, several would have been.



That may be the clearest sign yet of how much international football has changed.



Different Heroes Stepped Forward



One of the defining themes of the tournament wasn't the farewell of an ageing superstar. It was the arrival of players now ready to become the faces of the next World Cup cycle.



Jude Bellingham (England) drove England through the knockout rounds, scoring twice against Norway before adding another in the bronze medal match. Bukayo Saka (England) finished the tournament with a hat-trick against France. Spain never relied on one match-winner either. Ferran Torres (Spain) settled the final in extra time after Pedro Porro (Spain), Mikel Oyarzabal (Spain) and Mikel Merino (Spain) had all delivered decisive moments earlier in the tournament.



Argentina still leaned on Lionel Messi (Argentina), but Lautaro Martínez (Argentina) and Enzo Fernández (Argentina) increasingly shaped the biggest moments. Norway's charge owed much to Erling Haaland (Norway), whose performance against Brazil became one of the images of the tournament.



The stars were recognisable. The balance between generations had unmistakably shifted.



Winning Became A Squad Exercise



The deeper the tournament went, the less it resembled a contest decided by starting XIs alone.



Extra-time football became a recurring feature of the knockout rounds. Spain's victory over Argentina in the final, England's comeback against Norway in the quarter-finals and Norway's upset of Brazil in the Round of 16 all demanded more than 90 minutes of planning from the coaches involved.



Tactical flexibility, fresh legs and the ability to change a match from the bench became just as valuable as individual brilliance.



Depth was no longer a luxury. It became a requirement.



Spain Set The Standard



Spain deserved to be champions not because they dominated every opponent, but because they consistently found answers.



Their path to the trophy took them past Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and Argentina in the final. Each opponent posed a different challenge, yet Spain adapted every time. Their success was built on structure, patience and contributions from throughout the squad rather than dependence on one headline name.



In a tournament defined by narrow margins, that proved to be the difference.



A Different World Cup



Every World Cup leaves behind a champion.



Some leave behind something bigger.



The lasting memory of 2026 may not be Spain lifting the trophy. It may be the moment football finally accepted that the old hierarchy no longer offers guarantees. Traditional powers remain exactly that — powerful. But every four years, more nations arrive believing they belong, and increasingly they have the performances to justify that belief.



Spain won the World Cup.



The rest of the world ensured the race for the next one is more open than it has been in decades.



Published 20-July-2026




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Spain lifted the trophy, but the biggest story of the 2026 FIFA World Cup reached far beyond the final whistle.



Across a month of football in North America, the established powers still found their way into the closing rounds, yet the margin separating them from the rest of the world looked smaller than ever. Brazil fell to Norway. Germany's campaign ended in a penalty shootout against Paraguay. Morocco backed up its breakthrough in Qatar by reaching another semi-final after eliminating the Netherlands, while Cabo Verde stretched Argentina into extra time before finally being beaten.



None of those nations  lifted the trophy. All of them left the tournament with greater credibility than when they arrived. All of them changed the conversation.



By the time Spain edged Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the final, this World Cup had become about far more than one country's triumph. Reputation no longer guaranteed progress, and football's traditional hierarchy felt less certain than it had four years earlier. It was a tournament that echoed Arrigo Sacchi's enduring observation:




"Football belongs to whoever plays it best."— Arrigo Sacchi




Nobody Had An Easy Run



Look back through the knockout bracket and one thing stands out immediately: every favourite was forced to earn its place.



Argentina needed extra time to eliminate Cabo Verde in the Round of 16 before edging Switzerland in the quarter-finals and then England in the semi-finals. 



Spain's route to the title took them through Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and finally Argentina in the final, while England found themselves recovering from deficits against Mexico in the Round of 16 and Norway in the quarter-finals before securing third place against France in the bronze medal match.



Even Brazil, so often expected to contend deep into a World Cup, never reached the quarter-finals after Norway's Round of 16 upset of Brazil produced one of the tournament's defining results.



The names in the final four were familiar. The journey to get there was anything but.



The Gap Has Closed



For years, football has talked about the rise of nations outside the traditional elite. In 2026, that conversation finally felt settled.



Morocco proved their run to the semi-finals in Qatar was not a once-off. Paraguay's penalty shootout win over Germany sent another heavyweight home early. Norway's victory over Brazil confirmed they were no longer outsiders. Egypt's Round of 16 victory over Australia and Switzerland's penalty shootout win over Colombia reinforced how little now separates many of the world's best teams.



None of those results would have been dismissed as impossible. A decade ago, several would have been.



That may be the clearest sign yet of how much international football has changed.



Different Heroes Stepped Forward



One of the defining themes of the tournament wasn't the farewell of an ageing superstar. It was the arrival of players now ready to become the faces of the next World Cup cycle.



Jude Bellingham (England) drove England through the knockout rounds, scoring twice against Norway before adding another in the bronze medal match. Bukayo Saka (England) finished the tournament with a hat-trick against France. Spain never relied on one match-winner either. Ferran Torres (Spain) settled the final in extra time after Pedro Porro (Spain), Mikel Oyarzabal (Spain) and Mikel Merino (Spain) had all delivered decisive moments earlier in the tournament.



Argentina still leaned on Lionel Messi (Argentina), but Lautaro Martínez (Argentina) and Enzo Fernández (Argentina) increasingly shaped the biggest moments. Norway's charge owed much to Erling Haaland (Norway), whose performance against Brazil became one of the images of the tournament.



The stars were recognisable. The balance between generations had unmistakably shifted.



Winning Became A Squad Exercise



The deeper the tournament went, the less it resembled a contest decided by starting XIs alone.



Extra-time football became a recurring feature of the knockout rounds. Spain's victory over Argentina in the final, England's comeback against Norway in the quarter-finals and Norway's upset of Brazil in the Round of 16 all demanded more than 90 minutes of planning from the coaches involved.



Tactical flexibility, fresh legs and the ability to change a match from the bench became just as valuable as individual brilliance.



Depth was no longer a luxury. It became a requirement.



Spain Set The Standard



Spain deserved to be champions not because they dominated every opponent, but because they consistently found answers.



Their path to the trophy took them past Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and Argentina in the final. Each opponent posed a different challenge, yet Spain adapted every time. Their success was built on structure, patience and contributions from throughout the squad rather than dependence on one headline name.



In a tournament defined by narrow margins, that proved to be the difference.



A Different World Cup



Every World Cup leaves behind a champion.



Some leave behind something bigger.



The lasting memory of 2026 may not be Spain lifting the trophy. It may be the moment football finally accepted that the old hierarchy no longer offers guarantees. Traditional powers remain exactly that — powerful. But every four years, more nations arrive believing they belong, and increasingly they have the performances to justify that belief.



Spain won the World Cup.



The rest of the world ensured the race for the next one is more open than it has been in decades.



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<title><![CDATA[Mt Gravatt Show Marks 110 Years With Classic Traditions and Family Entertainment]]></title>
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The countdown is almost over for one of Brisbane's longest-running community events, with the 110th annual Mt Gravatt Show set to deliver a weekend packed with entertainment, competitions, and country show traditions.







Read: Budding Creatives Invited to Exhibit at Mt Gravatt Showgrounds







Running on Saturday, 25 July from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Sunday, 26 July from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Mt Gravatt Showgrounds, 1644 Logan Road, this year's event celebrates more than a century of community involvement while offering attractions for visitors of all ages.



A Weekend Packed With Entertainment



Photo credit: mtgravattshow.com.au







The 2026 program blends long-standing agricultural traditions with modern family entertainment. Visitors can watch the FMX Kaos International Freestyle Team perform freestyle motocross stunt displays, enjoy Saturday night's fireworks, meet animals in the nursery and wildlife encounter areas, browse market stalls and food vendors, and experience amusement rides throughout the weekend.



Families will also have the chance to see Paw Patrol characters on 26 July, while live music and other performances will run across the showgrounds.



Away from the main entertainment, the show remains firmly rooted in competition. This year's program includes 21 competition categories spanning agriculture, horticulture, livestock and creative arts. Entries range from cattle and show jumping to cooking, Lego, arts and crafts, reflecting the broad mix of interests that has long been part of the event.



Bookings are required, with tickets available through the Mt Gravatt Show website.



A Community Event Built by Volunteers







Behind the rides and entertainment is an event that continues to rely heavily on community participation.



The Mt Gravatt Show Society says the show has endured for more than 110 years because of the ongoing support of volunteers, exhibitors, competitors, sponsors and local partners. Society president Justin Rosenberg said the event continues to showcase community spirit, local talent and agricultural traditions while evolving to provide new experiences for today's families. He also acknowledged the many people whose contributions have helped keep the show running across generations, describing it as an event that belongs to the community and continues because of that support.



The showgrounds also host other major events throughout the year, including the Mt Gravatt Rodeo, which is scheduled to return on Saturday, 12 September.



More Than a Century of Local History



Photo credit: mtgravattshow.com.au



The Mt Gravatt Show traces its beginnings to 1915, when the first event was held in James Paddock behind the Mount Gravatt Hotel and alongside Mt Gravatt State School.



Within a few years, the growing event relocated to what is now the Mt Gravatt Showgrounds after land was acquired for a permanent home. Historical records from the Mt Gravatt Show Society note that the first show at the current site took place in 1918 on land purchased from Robert Grieve, with additional adjoining land temporarily provided for the event. The society itself was established shortly after the First World War and has continued to develop the show ever since.



Over the decades, the annual show has become a fixture on Brisbane's community calendar, preserving agricultural traditions while adapting to changing interests and expectations. Livestock competitions now sit alongside stunt performances, family attractions and creative exhibits, helping introduce new generations to an event that has been held for more than 110 years.







Read: Mt Gravatt Fashion Market Closed After Trespassing Complaint Filed Against Organisers







As preparations enter their final days, organisers are inviting residents from Mount Gravatt and surrounding suburbs to be part of another chapter in the show's history. Whether visitors come for the competitions, the entertainment, the fireworks or simply a day out with family and friends, the 110th Mt Gravatt Show celebrates both its long history and the community support that has sustained it across generations.



Published 20-July-2026
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The countdown is almost over for one of Brisbane's longest-running community events, with the 110th annual Mt Gravatt Show set to deliver a weekend packed with entertainment, competitions, and country show traditions.







Read: Budding Creatives Invited to Exhibit at Mt Gravatt Showgrounds







Running on Saturday, 25 July from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Sunday, 26 July from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Mt Gravatt Showgrounds, 1644 Logan Road, this year's event celebrates more than a century of community involvement while offering attractions for visitors of all ages.



A Weekend Packed With Entertainment



Photo credit: mtgravattshow.com.au







The 2026 program blends long-standing agricultural traditions with modern family entertainment. Visitors can watch the FMX Kaos International Freestyle Team perform freestyle motocross stunt displays, enjoy Saturday night's fireworks, meet animals in the nursery and wildlife encounter areas, browse market stalls and food vendors, and experience amusement rides throughout the weekend.



Families will also have the chance to see Paw Patrol characters on 26 July, while live music and other performances will run across the showgrounds.



Away from the main entertainment, the show remains firmly rooted in competition. This year's program includes 21 competition categories spanning agriculture, horticulture, livestock and creative arts. Entries range from cattle and show jumping to cooking, Lego, arts and crafts, reflecting the broad mix of interests that has long been part of the event.



Bookings are required, with tickets available through the Mt Gravatt Show website.



A Community Event Built by Volunteers







Behind the rides and entertainment is an event that continues to rely heavily on community participation.



The Mt Gravatt Show Society says the show has endured for more than 110 years because of the ongoing support of volunteers, exhibitors, competitors, sponsors and local partners. Society president Justin Rosenberg said the event continues to showcase community spirit, local talent and agricultural traditions while evolving to provide new experiences for today's families. He also acknowledged the many people whose contributions have helped keep the show running across generations, describing it as an event that belongs to the community and continues because of that support.



The showgrounds also host other major events throughout the year, including the Mt Gravatt Rodeo, which is scheduled to return on Saturday, 12 September.



More Than a Century of Local History



Photo credit: mtgravattshow.com.au



The Mt Gravatt Show traces its beginnings to 1915, when the first event was held in James Paddock behind the Mount Gravatt Hotel and alongside Mt Gravatt State School.



Within a few years, the growing event relocated to what is now the Mt Gravatt Showgrounds after land was acquired for a permanent home. Historical records from the Mt Gravatt Show Society note that the first show at the current site took place in 1918 on land purchased from Robert Grieve, with additional adjoining land temporarily provided for the event. The society itself was established shortly after the First World War and has continued to develop the show ever since.



Over the decades, the annual show has become a fixture on Brisbane's community calendar, preserving agricultural traditions while adapting to changing interests and expectations. Livestock competitions now sit alongside stunt performances, family attractions and creative exhibits, helping introduce new generations to an event that has been held for more than 110 years.







Read: Mt Gravatt Fashion Market Closed After Trespassing Complaint Filed Against Organisers







As preparations enter their final days, organisers are inviting residents from Mount Gravatt and surrounding suburbs to be part of another chapter in the show's history. Whether visitors come for the competitions, the entertainment, the fireworks or simply a day out with family and friends, the 110th Mt Gravatt Show celebrates both its long history and the community support that has sustained it across generations.



Published 20-July-2026
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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 17-19 July 2026]]></title>
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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Optus Stadium, Perth • Whadjuk) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 19



• West Coast Eagles 69   |   Brisbane Lions 93







QAFL



TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Kombumerri Park / Neptune Homes Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 68 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 61



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 46 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFL Seniors 128



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Aspley QAFLW Seniors 35



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Maroochydore Multi Sports Complex / Neil Upton Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Maroochydore QAFLW Seniors 13 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 17















FQPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (St Georges Park (St George Willawong FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• St George Willawong 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Caboolture Sports FC 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 0







NPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Gold Coast Knights 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 2



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Eastern Suburbs 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Magic United 4



Sun, July 19, 2026 (Goodwin Park (Olympic FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Olympic FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Roar B 1



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Gold Coast Knights 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1 North



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 91 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteors 95



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 98 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 110



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 64 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteorettes 88



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 75 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 18



• Ipswich Jets 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 52



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• Brisbane Tigers 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Western Clydesdales 14



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• WM Seagulls 14 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Cutters 16




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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Optus Stadium, Perth • Whadjuk) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 19



• West Coast Eagles 69   |   Brisbane Lions 93







QAFL



TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Kombumerri Park / Neptune Homes Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 68 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 61



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 46 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFL Seniors 128



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Aspley QAFLW Seniors 35



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Maroochydore Multi Sports Complex / Neil Upton Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Maroochydore QAFLW Seniors 13 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 17















FQPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (St Georges Park (St George Willawong FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• St George Willawong 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Caboolture Sports FC 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 0







NPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Gold Coast Knights 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 2



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Eastern Suburbs 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Magic United 4



Sun, July 19, 2026 (Goodwin Park (Olympic FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Olympic FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Roar B 1



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Gold Coast Knights 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1 North



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 91 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteors 95



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 98 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 110



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 64 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteorettes 88



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 75 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 18



• Ipswich Jets 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 52



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• Brisbane Tigers 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Western Clydesdales 14



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• WM Seagulls 14 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Cutters 16




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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 10-12 July 2026]]></title>
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Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 18 • Brisbane Lions 149 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Essendon 59







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 14 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 123 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 46



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Noosa Oval / Rococo Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 14 • Noosa QAFL Seniors 82 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 59







Bond University QAFLW



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 12 • Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 30 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFLW Seniors 48















FQPL1



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Whites Hill Reserve (Holland Park Hawks FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 18 • Holland Park Hawks 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; North Star 0



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 18 • Redlands United 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1







NPL



Fri, July 10, 2026 (AJ Kelly Park (Peninsula Power FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Peninsula Power 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 0



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Brisbane Roar B 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Rochedale Rovers 1



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Lions FC 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 13 • South West Metro Pirates 86 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Gold Coast Rollers 126



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 13 • South West Metro Pirates 62 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Gold Coast Rollers 73











QRL



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – Men – Round 17 • Brisbane Tigers 30 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Logan Magpies 16



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Preston Building Sports Complex, Piggabeen) – QRL – Women – Round 6 • Tweed Heads Seagulls 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 22



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Tigers 32 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Logan Magpies 24




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Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 18 • Brisbane Lions 149 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Essendon 59







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 14 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 123 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 46



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Noosa Oval / Rococo Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 14 • Noosa QAFL Seniors 82 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 59







Bond University QAFLW



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 12 • Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 30 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFLW Seniors 48















FQPL1



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Whites Hill Reserve (Holland Park Hawks FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 18 • Holland Park Hawks 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; North Star 0



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 18 • Redlands United 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1







NPL



Fri, July 10, 2026 (AJ Kelly Park (Peninsula Power FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Peninsula Power 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 0



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Brisbane Roar B 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Rochedale Rovers 1



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Lions FC 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 13 • South West Metro Pirates 86 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Gold Coast Rollers 126



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 13 • South West Metro Pirates 62 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Gold Coast Rollers 73











QRL



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – Men – Round 17 • Brisbane Tigers 30 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Logan Magpies 16



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Preston Building Sports Complex, Piggabeen) – QRL – Women – Round 6 • Tweed Heads Seagulls 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 22



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Tigers 32 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Logan Magpies 24




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<title><![CDATA[Maroons Couldn't Break The Blues' Grip As Cleary Guides NSW To Origin Shield]]></title>
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Queensland had done the hard part.



After losing the series opener, the Maroons responded in Perth to force a State of Origin decider back to Suncorp Stadium, putting themselves within 80 minutes of retaining the shield. What they couldn't do on Wednesday, July 8, was wrestle control of the contest away from Nathan Cleary and a New South Wales side that dominated territory, possession and the biggest moments on its way to a 30-12 victory.



Cleary scored two tries, kicked four conversions and a penalty goal before collecting the Wally Lewis Medal as player of the 2026 series, but his greatest influence came through his game management. Whenever Queensland looked capable of building pressure, the Blues halfback calmly steered the contest back onto New South Wales' terms.



Queensland Lost The Territory Battle



The opening quarter was as tight as any Origin decider should be. Both teams spilled early possession, neither side found much attacking rhythm and there was little to separate them until New South Wales began winning the battle that shaped the rest of the night — field position.



The Blues completed 38 of their 44 sets at 86 per cent, while Queensland managed 31 completions from the same number of opportunities at 70 per cent. That gap flowed through the key statistics. New South Wales enjoyed 54 per cent possession, held the ball for nearly four-and-a-half minutes longer, ran for 1,457 metres to Queensland's 1,260 and finished with 853 kicking metres compared with the Maroons' 604.



Queensland's effort in defence could hardly be questioned. The Maroons made 370 tackles but missed 47, compared with 34 by the Blues, while repeated defensive sets gradually allowed New South Wales to wear Queensland down.







Nine Minutes That Mattered



Queensland had defended strongly enough to stay in the contest until Cleary broke through for the opening try in the 14th minute.



The match then swung decisively.



Stephen Crichton's line break created Cleary's second try before Cameron Murray, only moments after entering from the interchange, burst through the middle after breaking the line himself to extend the lead to 18-0. In the space of nine minutes, an arm wrestle had become a chase.



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow's try shortly before halftime gave Queensland hope, but Sam Walker's missed conversion left the Maroons trailing 18-4 rather than within two converted tries. It proved the first of three missed conversion attempts that ultimately left six points on the field.



The Comeback Never Came



Queensland emerged after the break with renewed energy.



Consecutive set restarts finally pinned New South Wales inside its own half before Selwyn Cobbo crossed to reduce the margin to 18-8 and lift the Suncorp crowd.



The Blues answered almost immediately.



Bradman Best restored the three-score advantage after another polished attacking movement before Cleary converted. Jojo Fifita's second-half try again gave Queensland a chance to build, but another missed conversion meant the Maroons still hadn't fully capitalised on their opportunities.



The three missed conversions were costly, but they reflected a broader problem. Queensland never generated enough sustained pressure to make New South Wales uncomfortable. Thirteen handling errors repeatedly handed the initiative back to the Blues, whose kicking game and completion rate ensured the Maroons were constantly working out of their own end.



Blues Finish The Job



New South Wales also overcame setbacks that could easily have unsettled the side. Captain James Tedesco failed a head injury assessment late in the first half and did not return, while Jack Bostock also failed a head injury assessment after the break.



The Blues barely changed.



Their defensive structure remained intact, Cameron Murray's impact from the bench strengthened the middle and Cleary continued to dictate the contest until a late penalty goal effectively sealed the result before Hudson Young crossed after the full-time siren.



Queensland will review a completion rate of just 70 per cent, 13 handling errors and a night spent chasing territory. New South Wales completed their sets more consistently, kicked more effectively and trusted Cleary to control the biggest moments. On a night when the Maroons needed to dictate terms at Suncorp, they never managed to do it, and the Origin shield is heading back to New South Wales.



Match Summary



Queensland Maroons 12 (Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, Selwyn Cobbo, Jojo Fifita tries)



lost to



New South Wales Blues 30 (Nathan Cleary 2, Cameron Murray, Bradman Best, Hudson Young tries; Nathan Cleary 4/5 goals, penalty goal)



Halftime: New South Wales 18-4



Wally Lewis Medal: Nathan Cleary (New South Wales)



Published 8-July-2026




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Queensland had done the hard part.



After losing the series opener, the Maroons responded in Perth to force a State of Origin decider back to Suncorp Stadium, putting themselves within 80 minutes of retaining the shield. What they couldn't do on Wednesday, July 8, was wrestle control of the contest away from Nathan Cleary and a New South Wales side that dominated territory, possession and the biggest moments on its way to a 30-12 victory.



Cleary scored two tries, kicked four conversions and a penalty goal before collecting the Wally Lewis Medal as player of the 2026 series, but his greatest influence came through his game management. Whenever Queensland looked capable of building pressure, the Blues halfback calmly steered the contest back onto New South Wales' terms.



Queensland Lost The Territory Battle



The opening quarter was as tight as any Origin decider should be. Both teams spilled early possession, neither side found much attacking rhythm and there was little to separate them until New South Wales began winning the battle that shaped the rest of the night — field position.



The Blues completed 38 of their 44 sets at 86 per cent, while Queensland managed 31 completions from the same number of opportunities at 70 per cent. That gap flowed through the key statistics. New South Wales enjoyed 54 per cent possession, held the ball for nearly four-and-a-half minutes longer, ran for 1,457 metres to Queensland's 1,260 and finished with 853 kicking metres compared with the Maroons' 604.



Queensland's effort in defence could hardly be questioned. The Maroons made 370 tackles but missed 47, compared with 34 by the Blues, while repeated defensive sets gradually allowed New South Wales to wear Queensland down.







Nine Minutes That Mattered



Queensland had defended strongly enough to stay in the contest until Cleary broke through for the opening try in the 14th minute.



The match then swung decisively.



Stephen Crichton's line break created Cleary's second try before Cameron Murray, only moments after entering from the interchange, burst through the middle after breaking the line himself to extend the lead to 18-0. In the space of nine minutes, an arm wrestle had become a chase.



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow's try shortly before halftime gave Queensland hope, but Sam Walker's missed conversion left the Maroons trailing 18-4 rather than within two converted tries. It proved the first of three missed conversion attempts that ultimately left six points on the field.



The Comeback Never Came



Queensland emerged after the break with renewed energy.



Consecutive set restarts finally pinned New South Wales inside its own half before Selwyn Cobbo crossed to reduce the margin to 18-8 and lift the Suncorp crowd.



The Blues answered almost immediately.



Bradman Best restored the three-score advantage after another polished attacking movement before Cleary converted. Jojo Fifita's second-half try again gave Queensland a chance to build, but another missed conversion meant the Maroons still hadn't fully capitalised on their opportunities.



The three missed conversions were costly, but they reflected a broader problem. Queensland never generated enough sustained pressure to make New South Wales uncomfortable. Thirteen handling errors repeatedly handed the initiative back to the Blues, whose kicking game and completion rate ensured the Maroons were constantly working out of their own end.



Blues Finish The Job



New South Wales also overcame setbacks that could easily have unsettled the side. Captain James Tedesco failed a head injury assessment late in the first half and did not return, while Jack Bostock also failed a head injury assessment after the break.



The Blues barely changed.



Their defensive structure remained intact, Cameron Murray's impact from the bench strengthened the middle and Cleary continued to dictate the contest until a late penalty goal effectively sealed the result before Hudson Young crossed after the full-time siren.



Queensland will review a completion rate of just 70 per cent, 13 handling errors and a night spent chasing territory. New South Wales completed their sets more consistently, kicked more effectively and trusted Cleary to control the biggest moments. On a night when the Maroons needed to dictate terms at Suncorp, they never managed to do it, and the Origin shield is heading back to New South Wales.



Match Summary



Queensland Maroons 12 (Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, Selwyn Cobbo, Jojo Fifita tries)



lost to



New South Wales Blues 30 (Nathan Cleary 2, Cameron Murray, Bradman Best, Hudson Young tries; Nathan Cleary 4/5 goals, penalty goal)



Halftime: New South Wales 18-4



Wally Lewis Medal: Nathan Cleary (New South Wales)



Published 8-July-2026




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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 3-5 July 2026]]></title>
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FQPL1



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Briggs Road Sporting Complex, Ipswich) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 17 • Ipswich FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 3



Sat, July 4, 2026 (John Fredericks Park, Capalaba) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 17 • Capalaba FC 0   |   St George Willawong 2







NPL



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Carmichael Park, Wynnum) – NPL Men – Round 17 • Wynnum Wolves 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Rochedale Rovers 1



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Heath Park, Brisbane) – NPL Men – Round 17 • Eastern Suburbs 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Peninsula Power 3



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre, Gold Coast) – NPL Men – Round 17 • Gold Coast Knights 2 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Moreton City Excelsior 1



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre, Gold Coast) – NPL Women – Round 21 • Gold Coast Knights 5 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1



Sun, July 5, 2026 (Spencer Park, Brisbane) – NPL Women – Round 21 • Brisbane City 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium, Brisbane) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 12 • South West Metro Pirates 73 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Logan Thunder 81



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium, Brisbane) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 12 • South West Metro Pirates 85 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Logan Thunder 112



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Rowland Cowan Stadium, Brisbane) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 12 • Southern Districts Spartans 79 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Cairns Dolphins 86



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Rowland Cowan Stadium, Brisbane) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 12 • Southern Districts Spartans 83 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Cairns Marlins 99











QRL



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Preston Building Sports Complex, Tweed Heads) – QRL Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 16 • Tweed Heads Seagulls 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 26



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Preston Building Sports Complex, Tweed Heads) – QRL BMD Premiership – Women – Round 5 • Tweed Heads Seagulls 14 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 38



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Stafford Park, Hervey Bay) – QRL BMD Premiership – Women – Round 5 • WM Seagulls 28 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Western Clydesdales 6




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FQPL1



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Briggs Road Sporting Complex, Ipswich) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 17 • Ipswich FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 3



Sat, July 4, 2026 (John Fredericks Park, Capalaba) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 17 • Capalaba FC 0   |   St George Willawong 2







NPL



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Carmichael Park, Wynnum) – NPL Men – Round 17 • Wynnum Wolves 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Rochedale Rovers 1



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Heath Park, Brisbane) – NPL Men – Round 17 • Eastern Suburbs 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Peninsula Power 3



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre, Gold Coast) – NPL Men – Round 17 • Gold Coast Knights 2 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Moreton City Excelsior 1



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre, Gold Coast) – NPL Women – Round 21 • Gold Coast Knights 5 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1



Sun, July 5, 2026 (Spencer Park, Brisbane) – NPL Women – Round 21 • Brisbane City 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium, Brisbane) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 12 • South West Metro Pirates 73 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Logan Thunder 81



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium, Brisbane) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 12 • South West Metro Pirates 85 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Logan Thunder 112



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Rowland Cowan Stadium, Brisbane) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 12 • Southern Districts Spartans 79 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Cairns Dolphins 86



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Rowland Cowan Stadium, Brisbane) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 12 • Southern Districts Spartans 83 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Cairns Marlins 99











QRL



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Preston Building Sports Complex, Tweed Heads) – QRL Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 16 • Tweed Heads Seagulls 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 26



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Preston Building Sports Complex, Tweed Heads) – QRL BMD Premiership – Women – Round 5 • Tweed Heads Seagulls 14 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 38



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Stafford Park, Hervey Bay) – QRL BMD Premiership – Women – Round 5 • WM Seagulls 28 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Western Clydesdales 6




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<title><![CDATA[Socceroos' World Cup Ends In Penalty Heartbreak Against Egypt]]></title>
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The Socceroos had the game in front of them.



Not comfortably. Not cleanly. But after falling behind early, losing Jordy Bos before halftime and riding out Egypt's late pressure, Australia had dragged its Round of 32 clash in Arlington all the way to penalties.



That was where the dream ended.



Australia's FIFA World Cup campaign came to a painful close at Dallas Stadium on Saturday, July 4 (AEST), beaten 4-2 in a shootout by Egypt after the match finished 1-1 following extra time.



For the Socceroos, it means the wait for a first men's World Cup knockout victory goes on. For Egypt, it means a place in the Round of 16 and a meeting with Argentina.



Australia Starts Brightly But Pays For One Lapse



Tony Popovic kept faith with the same starting side that drew 0-0 with Paraguay, with Harry Souttar again captaining the team and Nestory Irankunda leading the line.



Australia began with enough intent to suggest the occasion had not overwhelmed them. Cristian Volpato skimmed the top of the bar from distance, Jordy Bos carried the ball with purpose down the flank, and the Socceroos found early joy whenever they moved the ball quickly into Egypt's half.



Egypt, though, needed only one lapse to take the lead.



After Australia failed to fully clear a set-piece situation in the 13th minute, Karim Hafez clipped the ball back into the area and Emam Ashour timed his run superbly to head past Patrick Beach.



From Australia's perspective, it was a disappointing goal to concede after such a positive opening.



The response, however, was encouraging. Australia did not retreat or allow the match to drift away. Volpato continued to find pockets of space, Aziz Behich forced Mostafa Shobeir into a save after clever work from Irankunda, and a series of set pieces gradually began asking questions of Egypt's defence.



By halftime, the Socceroos were still behind, but they remained firmly in the contest.



The greater concern was Bos, who was forced off with a knee injury after a heavy challenge late in the half. Kai Trewin replaced him for his World Cup debut.



O'Neill Delivery Brings Australia Back



The second half opened with chances at both ends.



Omar Marmoush squandered a major opportunity for Egypt soon after the restart, while Jackson Irvine's cross at the other end only just escaped Connor Metcalfe arriving at the back post.



Australia eventually found its reward in the 55th minute through a set piece that had looked increasingly dangerous throughout the morning.



Aiden O'Neill won the free kick before curling an inviting ball into the six-yard area. Mohamed Hany attempted to deal with it but could only glance the ball into his own net.



It went down as an own goal, but Australia had earned it through sustained pressure and persistence.



For a period after that, the match felt there to be taken. Popovic introduced Mohamed Touré and Ajdin Hrustic as Australia searched for fresh legs and greater attacking spark, but neither side could find the decisive breakthrough.



Egypt finished regulation time strongly and Beach, who had already been one of Australia's standout performers throughout the tournament, produced another defining moment when he somehow kept out Rami Rabia's powerful header to force extra time.



Penalty Gamble Falls Short



Extra time was tense rather than expansive.



Egypt enjoyed more of the territory without creating many clear openings, while Australia looked to spring forward whenever space appeared. Awer Mabil, introduced alongside Paul Okon-Engstler at the start of extra time, created Australia's final opportunity when he won a free kick just outside the penalty area in the 117th minute.



His effort struck the defensive wall.



With penalties approaching, Popovic made one final change.



Maty Ryan replaced Beach in the 119th minute, taking over both the gloves and the captain's armband for the shootout.



It was a bold decision and one that will inevitably be discussed. Beach had been outstanding throughout the tournament, but Popovic backed the experience of Ryan for the penalties.



Egypt held its nerve.



Jackson Irvine and Mabil converted Australia's first two spot kicks, but Harry Souttar lifted his effort over the crossbar before Lucas Herrington's penalty cannoned off the woodwork.



Egypt converted all four of its attempts, with Hossam Abdelmaguid calmly sending Ryan the wrong way to seal the shootout and Australia's elimination.



A Campaign That Leaves Hope As Well As Heartbreak



There won't be much consolation immediately after a defeat like this.



Australia had enough of the game to believe it could progress. The Socceroos responded well after conceding early, defended resolutely for long periods and found an equaliser that shifted momentum. Beach again produced crucial saves and, for much of the second half, Australia looked every bit capable of finding a winner.



That is why this defeat will hurt.



There will be questions over the late goalkeeper substitution, the missed penalties and Australia's inability to turn promising attacking passages into goals from open play. They are all conversations Popovic and his staff will have once the disappointment begins to settle.



Beyond that disappointment, though, this tournament also offered genuine reasons for optimism. Beach emerged as one of Australia's breakout performers, Volpato looked increasingly comfortable at international level, while Irankunda, Herrington, Bos and Okon-Engstler gained invaluable experience on football's biggest stage.



The Socceroos reached the knockout rounds for only the third time in their history and came within a penalty shootout of taking another step forward.



That won't ease the disappointment in the dressing room today.



In time, however, this campaign may be remembered not only for the heartbreak in Dallas, but for the foundations it laid for the next generation of Australian football.



Published 4-July-2026
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The Socceroos had the game in front of them.



Not comfortably. Not cleanly. But after falling behind early, losing Jordy Bos before halftime and riding out Egypt's late pressure, Australia had dragged its Round of 32 clash in Arlington all the way to penalties.



That was where the dream ended.



Australia's FIFA World Cup campaign came to a painful close at Dallas Stadium on Saturday, July 4 (AEST), beaten 4-2 in a shootout by Egypt after the match finished 1-1 following extra time.



For the Socceroos, it means the wait for a first men's World Cup knockout victory goes on. For Egypt, it means a place in the Round of 16 and a meeting with Argentina.



Australia Starts Brightly But Pays For One Lapse



Tony Popovic kept faith with the same starting side that drew 0-0 with Paraguay, with Harry Souttar again captaining the team and Nestory Irankunda leading the line.



Australia began with enough intent to suggest the occasion had not overwhelmed them. Cristian Volpato skimmed the top of the bar from distance, Jordy Bos carried the ball with purpose down the flank, and the Socceroos found early joy whenever they moved the ball quickly into Egypt's half.



Egypt, though, needed only one lapse to take the lead.



After Australia failed to fully clear a set-piece situation in the 13th minute, Karim Hafez clipped the ball back into the area and Emam Ashour timed his run superbly to head past Patrick Beach.



From Australia's perspective, it was a disappointing goal to concede after such a positive opening.



The response, however, was encouraging. Australia did not retreat or allow the match to drift away. Volpato continued to find pockets of space, Aziz Behich forced Mostafa Shobeir into a save after clever work from Irankunda, and a series of set pieces gradually began asking questions of Egypt's defence.



By halftime, the Socceroos were still behind, but they remained firmly in the contest.



The greater concern was Bos, who was forced off with a knee injury after a heavy challenge late in the half. Kai Trewin replaced him for his World Cup debut.



O'Neill Delivery Brings Australia Back



The second half opened with chances at both ends.



Omar Marmoush squandered a major opportunity for Egypt soon after the restart, while Jackson Irvine's cross at the other end only just escaped Connor Metcalfe arriving at the back post.



Australia eventually found its reward in the 55th minute through a set piece that had looked increasingly dangerous throughout the morning.



Aiden O'Neill won the free kick before curling an inviting ball into the six-yard area. Mohamed Hany attempted to deal with it but could only glance the ball into his own net.



It went down as an own goal, but Australia had earned it through sustained pressure and persistence.



For a period after that, the match felt there to be taken. Popovic introduced Mohamed Touré and Ajdin Hrustic as Australia searched for fresh legs and greater attacking spark, but neither side could find the decisive breakthrough.



Egypt finished regulation time strongly and Beach, who had already been one of Australia's standout performers throughout the tournament, produced another defining moment when he somehow kept out Rami Rabia's powerful header to force extra time.



Penalty Gamble Falls Short



Extra time was tense rather than expansive.



Egypt enjoyed more of the territory without creating many clear openings, while Australia looked to spring forward whenever space appeared. Awer Mabil, introduced alongside Paul Okon-Engstler at the start of extra time, created Australia's final opportunity when he won a free kick just outside the penalty area in the 117th minute.



His effort struck the defensive wall.



With penalties approaching, Popovic made one final change.



Maty Ryan replaced Beach in the 119th minute, taking over both the gloves and the captain's armband for the shootout.



It was a bold decision and one that will inevitably be discussed. Beach had been outstanding throughout the tournament, but Popovic backed the experience of Ryan for the penalties.



Egypt held its nerve.



Jackson Irvine and Mabil converted Australia's first two spot kicks, but Harry Souttar lifted his effort over the crossbar before Lucas Herrington's penalty cannoned off the woodwork.



Egypt converted all four of its attempts, with Hossam Abdelmaguid calmly sending Ryan the wrong way to seal the shootout and Australia's elimination.



A Campaign That Leaves Hope As Well As Heartbreak



There won't be much consolation immediately after a defeat like this.



Australia had enough of the game to believe it could progress. The Socceroos responded well after conceding early, defended resolutely for long periods and found an equaliser that shifted momentum. Beach again produced crucial saves and, for much of the second half, Australia looked every bit capable of finding a winner.



That is why this defeat will hurt.



There will be questions over the late goalkeeper substitution, the missed penalties and Australia's inability to turn promising attacking passages into goals from open play. They are all conversations Popovic and his staff will have once the disappointment begins to settle.



Beyond that disappointment, though, this tournament also offered genuine reasons for optimism. Beach emerged as one of Australia's breakout performers, Volpato looked increasingly comfortable at international level, while Irankunda, Herrington, Bos and Okon-Engstler gained invaluable experience on football's biggest stage.



The Socceroos reached the knockout rounds for only the third time in their history and came within a penalty shootout of taking another step forward.



That won't ease the disappointment in the dressing room today.



In time, however, this campaign may be remembered not only for the heartbreak in Dallas, but for the foundations it laid for the next generation of Australian football.



Published 4-July-2026
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<title><![CDATA[Morningside Central Redevelopment Reaches Major Construction Milestones]]></title>
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Morningside Central's $30 million redevelopment has reached a significant stage, with several major construction milestones now underway across the retail site. Since work began earlier this year, the long-planned transformation has progressed from early site works to major structural construction, all while shops remain open and accessible to the community.







Read: Morningside Central Expansion: 17 New Shops, Flood-Proof Car Park







From Plans to Progress



Photo credit: Facebook/Evolve Constructions



The redevelopment represents an investment of more than $30 million by Chin Hong Investments, which has owned Morningside Central since 2002. Plans for the project were announced in January, with construction beginning soon afterwards. Evolve Construction is delivering the staged upgrade while allowing the shopping centre to continue operating throughout the works.



Recent construction updates highlight the project's latest structural works. Structural steel has been installed for the new high-level roof over the future BWS and Woolworths entry, while concrete has been poured for the new BWS tenancy and sections of the mall. Foundation, blockwork and amenity slab works are also advancing on the Junction Road extension.



Photo credit: Facebook/Evolve Constructions



Construction is also taking shape on a new double-storey car park, with screw pier caps and circular columns now being installed. Designed with flood mitigation measures, the elevated facility is intended to improve the centre's resilience during severe weather events. Meanwhile, access gantries have been relocated to safely maintain operations for businesses trading throughout the redevelopment.



Updates shared by Morningside Central throughout March, May and July have documented the project's steady progress, with the centre continuing to reassure shoppers that access remains available via Junction Road and Wynnum Road during construction.



Designed for Everyday Convenience



Artist’s impression of redeveloped Morningside Central (Photo credit: morningsidecentral.com.au)



The redevelopment has been planned to create a more accessible and practical neighbourhood centre. New lifts and elevator access will improve mobility throughout the complex, complemented by safer pedestrian pathways and a simpler layout to help customers move more easily between shops and services.



Improvements to the streetscape along Wynnum Road and Junction Road are also planned as part of the redevelopment.



Parking has also been a major focus of the project. Once complete, the centre will feature approximately 300 parking spaces, including a suspended, flood-immune car park designed to provide more reliable access during heavy rainfall. Improved pedestrian links and additional direct-to-boot parking near Woolworths are also planned to make everyday shopping more convenient.



Beyond the physical upgrades, the redevelopment will expand the centre's offering with 17 additional retail shops, an elevated commercial office space and a refreshed Woolworths supermarket.



Businesses Continue to Trade







Despite the ongoing construction, many long-standing businesses remain open. Leisa's Café, Koko Sushi, Smiling Dental, Morningside Family Medical Centre and Sullivan Nicolaides continue to operate during Stage One, while Chempro Chemist has temporarily relocated nearby and Morningside Central News is trading from a resized tenancy.



Woolworths will also remain open throughout the redevelopment, ensuring the community continues to have access to essential grocery shopping while construction is underway. As part of the upgrade, the supermarket will receive a refresh alongside updated trolley bays, improved service and loading areas, and other improvements aimed at making shopping more convenient for customers and staff.







Read: Feast on Fruit: 25 Years of Fresh Produce at Morningside Central







According to Chin Hong Investments, the staged redevelopment has been carefully planned to minimise disruption while delivering a modern, flood-resilient neighbourhood centre that better serves local residents, workers and visitors.



When complete, the project will deliver a modernised, flood-resilient neighbourhood centre designed to better support local residents, workers and visitors into the future.



Published 27-July-2026
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Morningside Central's $30 million redevelopment has reached a significant stage, with several major construction milestones now underway across the retail site. Since work began earlier this year, the long-planned transformation has progressed from early site works to major structural construction, all while shops remain open and accessible to the community.







Read: Morningside Central Expansion: 17 New Shops, Flood-Proof Car Park







From Plans to Progress



Photo credit: Facebook/Evolve Constructions



The redevelopment represents an investment of more than $30 million by Chin Hong Investments, which has owned Morningside Central since 2002. Plans for the project were announced in January, with construction beginning soon afterwards. Evolve Construction is delivering the staged upgrade while allowing the shopping centre to continue operating throughout the works.



Recent construction updates highlight the project's latest structural works. Structural steel has been installed for the new high-level roof over the future BWS and Woolworths entry, while concrete has been poured for the new BWS tenancy and sections of the mall. Foundation, blockwork and amenity slab works are also advancing on the Junction Road extension.



Photo credit: Facebook/Evolve Constructions



Construction is also taking shape on a new double-storey car park, with screw pier caps and circular columns now being installed. Designed with flood mitigation measures, the elevated facility is intended to improve the centre's resilience during severe weather events. Meanwhile, access gantries have been relocated to safely maintain operations for businesses trading throughout the redevelopment.



Updates shared by Morningside Central throughout March, May and July have documented the project's steady progress, with the centre continuing to reassure shoppers that access remains available via Junction Road and Wynnum Road during construction.



Designed for Everyday Convenience



Artist’s impression of redeveloped Morningside Central (Photo credit: morningsidecentral.com.au)



The redevelopment has been planned to create a more accessible and practical neighbourhood centre. New lifts and elevator access will improve mobility throughout the complex, complemented by safer pedestrian pathways and a simpler layout to help customers move more easily between shops and services.



Improvements to the streetscape along Wynnum Road and Junction Road are also planned as part of the redevelopment.



Parking has also been a major focus of the project. Once complete, the centre will feature approximately 300 parking spaces, including a suspended, flood-immune car park designed to provide more reliable access during heavy rainfall. Improved pedestrian links and additional direct-to-boot parking near Woolworths are also planned to make everyday shopping more convenient.



Beyond the physical upgrades, the redevelopment will expand the centre's offering with 17 additional retail shops, an elevated commercial office space and a refreshed Woolworths supermarket.



Businesses Continue to Trade







Despite the ongoing construction, many long-standing businesses remain open. Leisa's Café, Koko Sushi, Smiling Dental, Morningside Family Medical Centre and Sullivan Nicolaides continue to operate during Stage One, while Chempro Chemist has temporarily relocated nearby and Morningside Central News is trading from a resized tenancy.



Woolworths will also remain open throughout the redevelopment, ensuring the community continues to have access to essential grocery shopping while construction is underway. As part of the upgrade, the supermarket will receive a refresh alongside updated trolley bays, improved service and loading areas, and other improvements aimed at making shopping more convenient for customers and staff.







Read: Feast on Fruit: 25 Years of Fresh Produce at Morningside Central







According to Chin Hong Investments, the staged redevelopment has been carefully planned to minimise disruption while delivering a modern, flood-resilient neighbourhood centre that better serves local residents, workers and visitors.



When complete, the project will deliver a modernised, flood-resilient neighbourhood centre designed to better support local residents, workers and visitors into the future.



Published 27-July-2026
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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 24-26 July 2026]]></title>
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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 20



• Brisbane Lions 126 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Port Adelaide 675







QAFL



QAFL - TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Morningside QAFL Seniors 155 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Labrador QAFL Seniors 88



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 109 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 55







QAFLW



QAFLW - Bond University



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 15 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Bond University QAFLW Seniors 12



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 38 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFLW Seniors 10















NPL



NPL Women



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Lions FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Eastern Suburbs 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0















NBL



NBL1 North



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Carmichael Ford Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Grand Finals



• Townsville Flames 85 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Hinricks Oval, Blackwater) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Central Queensland Capras 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 20



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Father Ranger Oval, Warwick) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Tweed Heads Seagulls 8 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 58








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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 20



• Brisbane Lions 126 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Port Adelaide 675







QAFL



QAFL - TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Morningside QAFL Seniors 155 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Labrador QAFL Seniors 88



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 109 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 55







QAFLW



QAFLW - Bond University



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 15 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Bond University QAFLW Seniors 12



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 38 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFLW Seniors 10















NPL



NPL Women



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Lions FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Eastern Suburbs 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0















NBL



NBL1 North



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Carmichael Ford Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Grand Finals



• Townsville Flames 85 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Hinricks Oval, Blackwater) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Central Queensland Capras 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 20



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Father Ranger Oval, Warwick) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Tweed Heads Seagulls 8 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 58








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<title><![CDATA[Australia Wins Team Gold as Ruby Pass Reaches Uneven Bars Final]]></title>
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Australia has reclaimed the Commonwealth Games women’s artistic gymnastics team title, with Premier Gymnastics athlete Ruby Pass helping secure gold before qualifying for the uneven bars final in Glasgow.



Read: Hemmant Para-Powerlifter Hani Watson Claims Historic Glasgow Medal



Pass competed alongside Georgia Godwin, Kate McDonald, Breanna Scott and Emily Whitehead as Australia finished ahead of Canada and England at Glasgow Arena.



The result delivered Australia its first women’s artistic gymnastics team title at the Commonwealth Games since 2010. For Pass, it also marked another step in a career that began at the age of six in New South Wales and has since taken her to the Olympic Games.



From New South Wales to International Gymnastics



Born in Figtree, Pass began gymnastics at six before moving to a Sydney club when she was 10. Her training involved a three-hour return journey six times a week, an early commitment that preceded a strong junior career.



Pass won the junior Australian all-around and uneven bars titles in 2021, along with silver medals on balance beam and floor.



She added national junior titles in the all-around, vault, balance beam and floor in 2022, before winning all five events at the Australian Classic later that year.



Gymnastics Australia named her the Women’s Artistic Gymnastics Junior International Gymnast of the Year for 2022.







National Titles Lead to Paris Selection



Pass moved into senior competition in 2023, competing at World Cup events in Doha and Baku before winning the all-around, vault and floor titles at the Oceania Championships.



She also won the uneven bars title at the Australian Championships and made her World Championships debut in Antwerp.



Her results continued in 2024, when she helped Australia finish second at the Senior DTB Pokal Team Challenge.



At the Australian Championships that May, Pass won gold in the all-around, vault, uneven bars and floor before being selected for the Paris Olympic Games.



She represented Australia alongside McDonald, Emma Nedov, Scott and Whitehead. The team finished 10th, while Pass placed 13th in the individual all-around.



Morningside-Trained Ruby Pass Reaches Bars Final



Pass now trains at Premier Gymnastics in Morningside under coaches Misha Barabach and Tao Xiaomin.



Her Commonwealth Games campaign followed a year affected by illness and injury, but the 19-year-old returned to international competition as part of Australia’s five-member Glasgow team.



Australia built its lead through the uneven bars and balance beam rotations, reaching the halfway point 1.2 points ahead of England.







Godwin recorded Australia’s highest floor score before the team entered the final vault rotation with a 2.5-point advantage over Canada. The Australians completed the event in first place, ahead of Canada and England.



Pass’s Glasgow campaign will continue beyond the team result.



She qualified sixth for the uneven bars final after scoring 13.400 during qualification. She also finished 12th in vault qualification, narrowly missing a place in that apparatus final.



The uneven bars final is scheduled for Tuesday morning.



The team gold also lifted Godwin’s Commonwealth Games medal tally to nine, making her Australia’s most decorated female gymnast at the event.



Read: Morningside Records 885 Offences as Crime Stoppers Warns Queenslanders About Money Trap Scams



For Pass, the Glasgow result added Commonwealth Games gold to a senior record that already includes Australian titles, World Championships appearances and Olympic competition, with another medal opportunity remaining on uneven bars.



Published 26-July-2026




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Australia has reclaimed the Commonwealth Games women’s artistic gymnastics team title, with Premier Gymnastics athlete Ruby Pass helping secure gold before qualifying for the uneven bars final in Glasgow.



Read: Hemmant Para-Powerlifter Hani Watson Claims Historic Glasgow Medal



Pass competed alongside Georgia Godwin, Kate McDonald, Breanna Scott and Emily Whitehead as Australia finished ahead of Canada and England at Glasgow Arena.



The result delivered Australia its first women’s artistic gymnastics team title at the Commonwealth Games since 2010. For Pass, it also marked another step in a career that began at the age of six in New South Wales and has since taken her to the Olympic Games.



From New South Wales to International Gymnastics



Born in Figtree, Pass began gymnastics at six before moving to a Sydney club when she was 10. Her training involved a three-hour return journey six times a week, an early commitment that preceded a strong junior career.



Pass won the junior Australian all-around and uneven bars titles in 2021, along with silver medals on balance beam and floor.



She added national junior titles in the all-around, vault, balance beam and floor in 2022, before winning all five events at the Australian Classic later that year.



Gymnastics Australia named her the Women’s Artistic Gymnastics Junior International Gymnast of the Year for 2022.







National Titles Lead to Paris Selection



Pass moved into senior competition in 2023, competing at World Cup events in Doha and Baku before winning the all-around, vault and floor titles at the Oceania Championships.



She also won the uneven bars title at the Australian Championships and made her World Championships debut in Antwerp.



Her results continued in 2024, when she helped Australia finish second at the Senior DTB Pokal Team Challenge.



At the Australian Championships that May, Pass won gold in the all-around, vault, uneven bars and floor before being selected for the Paris Olympic Games.



She represented Australia alongside McDonald, Emma Nedov, Scott and Whitehead. The team finished 10th, while Pass placed 13th in the individual all-around.



Morningside-Trained Ruby Pass Reaches Bars Final



Pass now trains at Premier Gymnastics in Morningside under coaches Misha Barabach and Tao Xiaomin.



Her Commonwealth Games campaign followed a year affected by illness and injury, but the 19-year-old returned to international competition as part of Australia’s five-member Glasgow team.



Australia built its lead through the uneven bars and balance beam rotations, reaching the halfway point 1.2 points ahead of England.







Godwin recorded Australia’s highest floor score before the team entered the final vault rotation with a 2.5-point advantage over Canada. The Australians completed the event in first place, ahead of Canada and England.



Pass’s Glasgow campaign will continue beyond the team result.



She qualified sixth for the uneven bars final after scoring 13.400 during qualification. She also finished 12th in vault qualification, narrowly missing a place in that apparatus final.



The uneven bars final is scheduled for Tuesday morning.



The team gold also lifted Godwin’s Commonwealth Games medal tally to nine, making her Australia’s most decorated female gymnast at the event.



Read: Morningside Records 885 Offences as Crime Stoppers Warns Queenslanders About Money Trap Scams



For Pass, the Glasgow result added Commonwealth Games gold to a senior record that already includes Australian titles, World Championships appearances and Olympic competition, with another medal opportunity remaining on uneven bars.



Published 26-July-2026




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<title><![CDATA[Hemmant Para-Powerlifter Hani Watson Claims Historic Glasgow Medal]]></title>
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Hani Watson lives with pain every hour of every day. She has even given it a name: Nigel. When the bar reached 147 kilograms at the Glasgow SEC Armadillo Arena, the Hemmant-based para-powerlifter refused to let Nigel win. Watson completed three successful lifts to secure bronze in the women’s heavyweight event, becoming the first Australian para-powerlifter to claim medals at two Commonwealth Games.



Read: New World Order: How The 2026 World Cup Shifted Football’s Balance 



Nigeria’s Folashade Oluwafemiayo lifted a world-record 175 kg to win gold. Her teammate Rita Ferdinand took silver after setting a 158 kg world record in the over-79 kg class.



Following the weights set by her coach, Watson opened with 140 kg, cleared 144 kg on her second attempt and finished with 147 kg. Her final result produced a calculated score of 111.5 points.







The Pain She Calls Nigel



Born with bilateral metaphyseal dysplasia—a rare condition affecting the growth of her tibia and femur—Watson's legs grew severely bowed, resulting in muscle loss, limited movement, and a constant bone-cracking ache.



Watson views naming her pain Nigel as a way to understand it and respond to its warnings. On some days, the pain signals that she can push harder, while on other days, it forces her to stop entirely.Over the past decade, Watson has endured roughly a dozen major operations, including double osteotomies to reshape her bones, alongside repeated procedures to insert and remove metal support plates.Her pathway in elite sport has been equally grueling. First seeking classification in 2016, officials initially ruled she did not meet impairment thresholds. Subsequent corrective surgeries altered her mobility, eventually earning her approval to compete. However, another major operation in late 2025 triggered a fresh classification review, leaving her eligibility uncertain until months before the Games.



Her father taught her to find her strength



Before her decisive lift in Glasgow, Watson drew strength from her roots.



Her late father, Charlie—a bodybuilder who bought her a gym membership at age 10—used to playfully curl his daughter like a dumbbell, teaching her early to build her upper body as a special counterweight to her physical limitations. Charlie died when Hani was 17. Her mother passed away in 2023, missing her daughter's Paralympic debut at Paris 2024.



Born in Auckland with Niuean Polynesian heritage, her birth certificate originally listed the name Hannah before she legally changed it to Hani to connect more deeply with her culture.



That mental fortitude carried her through a brutal 2025. As her pain worsened, Watson spent periods resting with her legs elevated and stayed close to her dogs. Even then, she found humour in the situation. Her legs were struggling, but the bench press didn't require her to stand.



From Recovery Test to Los Angeles 2028



Powerlifting began simply as a metric to track her post-surgery recovery. Moving from commercial gyms to a specialist facility in Brisbane, Watson quickly broke past her initial 90 kg plateau under expert coaches and safe spotters.



Her career took off swiftly:




2020: National champion in the women’s 100kg+ class and Oceania record-holder (130 kg bench press).



2022 (Birmingham): Lifted 127 kg to claim bronze, ending Australia’s 16-year Commonwealth Games powerlifting medal drought and becoming the nation's first female medallist in the sport.



2024 (Paris): Finished sixth in the heavyweight event at her debut Paralympic Games.




Now a two-time Commonwealth medallist and the most decorated member of Australia's six-person para-powerlifting team in Glasgow, the 43-year-old has no plans to slow down. Her sights are set on the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympics, with an ultimate goal to compete on home soil at Brisbane 2032—where she targets a world-record performance at age 49.



Read: From Abattoir to Superyacht Hub: Rivergate Marks 20 Years on the Brisbane River



Though Nigel will still be present, Watson continues forward, carried by the lessons from her parents, her Niuean pride, and her determination to inspire the next generation of strength athletes.



Published 25-July-2026
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Hani Watson lives with pain every hour of every day. She has even given it a name: Nigel. When the bar reached 147 kilograms at the Glasgow SEC Armadillo Arena, the Hemmant-based para-powerlifter refused to let Nigel win. Watson completed three successful lifts to secure bronze in the women’s heavyweight event, becoming the first Australian para-powerlifter to claim medals at two Commonwealth Games.



Read: New World Order: How The 2026 World Cup Shifted Football’s Balance 



Nigeria’s Folashade Oluwafemiayo lifted a world-record 175 kg to win gold. Her teammate Rita Ferdinand took silver after setting a 158 kg world record in the over-79 kg class.



Following the weights set by her coach, Watson opened with 140 kg, cleared 144 kg on her second attempt and finished with 147 kg. Her final result produced a calculated score of 111.5 points.







The Pain She Calls Nigel



Born with bilateral metaphyseal dysplasia—a rare condition affecting the growth of her tibia and femur—Watson's legs grew severely bowed, resulting in muscle loss, limited movement, and a constant bone-cracking ache.



Watson views naming her pain Nigel as a way to understand it and respond to its warnings. On some days, the pain signals that she can push harder, while on other days, it forces her to stop entirely.Over the past decade, Watson has endured roughly a dozen major operations, including double osteotomies to reshape her bones, alongside repeated procedures to insert and remove metal support plates.Her pathway in elite sport has been equally grueling. First seeking classification in 2016, officials initially ruled she did not meet impairment thresholds. Subsequent corrective surgeries altered her mobility, eventually earning her approval to compete. However, another major operation in late 2025 triggered a fresh classification review, leaving her eligibility uncertain until months before the Games.



Her father taught her to find her strength



Before her decisive lift in Glasgow, Watson drew strength from her roots.



Her late father, Charlie—a bodybuilder who bought her a gym membership at age 10—used to playfully curl his daughter like a dumbbell, teaching her early to build her upper body as a special counterweight to her physical limitations. Charlie died when Hani was 17. Her mother passed away in 2023, missing her daughter's Paralympic debut at Paris 2024.



Born in Auckland with Niuean Polynesian heritage, her birth certificate originally listed the name Hannah before she legally changed it to Hani to connect more deeply with her culture.



That mental fortitude carried her through a brutal 2025. As her pain worsened, Watson spent periods resting with her legs elevated and stayed close to her dogs. Even then, she found humour in the situation. Her legs were struggling, but the bench press didn't require her to stand.



From Recovery Test to Los Angeles 2028



Powerlifting began simply as a metric to track her post-surgery recovery. Moving from commercial gyms to a specialist facility in Brisbane, Watson quickly broke past her initial 90 kg plateau under expert coaches and safe spotters.



Her career took off swiftly:




2020: National champion in the women’s 100kg+ class and Oceania record-holder (130 kg bench press).



2022 (Birmingham): Lifted 127 kg to claim bronze, ending Australia’s 16-year Commonwealth Games powerlifting medal drought and becoming the nation's first female medallist in the sport.



2024 (Paris): Finished sixth in the heavyweight event at her debut Paralympic Games.




Now a two-time Commonwealth medallist and the most decorated member of Australia's six-person para-powerlifting team in Glasgow, the 43-year-old has no plans to slow down. Her sights are set on the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympics, with an ultimate goal to compete on home soil at Brisbane 2032—where she targets a world-record performance at age 49.



Read: From Abattoir to Superyacht Hub: Rivergate Marks 20 Years on the Brisbane River



Though Nigel will still be present, Watson continues forward, carried by the lessons from her parents, her Niuean pride, and her determination to inspire the next generation of strength athletes.



Published 25-July-2026
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<title><![CDATA[Morningside Records 885 Offences as Crime Stoppers Warns Queenslanders About Money Trap Scams]]></title>
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Morningside residents are being encouraged to stay vigilant after new Queensland Police data revealed 885 offences were recorded in the suburb over the past year, while Crime Stoppers Queensland has launched a campaign warning organised crime groups are targeting everyday Australians through fake job offers.



Read: The Fire that Erased the Best Evidence for Cannon Hill




According to the Queensland Police Service crime map, which covers the period 23 July 2025 to 22 July 2026, the largest reported offence category in Morningside was other theft (excluding unlawful entry) with 300 incidents, followed by 141 drug offences and 72 property damage offences.



Theft Remains Morningside's Largest Reported Offence Category



The latest police data shows theft accounted for around one-third of all reported offences in Morningside during the 12-month reporting period.



Other reported offence categories included:




68 traffic and related offences



63 good order offences



57 assaults



55 unlawful entries



30 unlawful use of a motor vehicle offences



26 fraud offences



15 handling stolen goods offences



14 offences against the person



14 trespassing and vagrancy offences



12 weapons act offences



7 miscellaneous offences



5 arson offences



4 robbery offences



2 liquor offences (excluding drunkenness)




Photo Credit: QPS Online Crime Map



Crime statistics provide a snapshot of reported incidents and can help residents better understand local trends. They can also encourage practical steps to improve home, vehicle and personal security.



Statewide Campaign Highlights Organised Crime Recruitment Tactics



Separately, Crime Stoppers Queensland has launched its new Money Trap campaign to raise awareness of how organised crime groups recruit unsuspecting people to help move criminal funds.



Photo Credit: Crime Stoppers Queensland



The Australian Government-funded campaign warns that criminals are increasingly using fake job advertisements, social media messages and promises of easy money to convince people to receive or transfer money through their personal bank accounts.



Crime Stoppers Queensland CEO David Hansen said many of these approaches appear legitimate, making it easier for people to become involved in criminal activity without fully understanding the consequences.



"Whether it's a message on social media, an online job advertisement or someone asking to use your bank account, if it seems too good to be true, it probably is," Mr Hansen said.



Photo Credit: Crime Stoppers Queensland



While the campaign has a particular focus on helping protect international students and temporary visa holders from exploitation, Mr Hansen said anyone could be approached.



"Anyone can be approached with a money trap," he said.



"These approaches are designed to look genuine, which is why awareness is our strongest defence."



Recognising the Warning Signs Can Help Prevent Crime



Crime Stoppers is urging Queenslanders to be cautious of:




Unsolicited job offers promising easy money.



Requests to receive or transfer money through a personal bank account.



Requests to share banking details or allow someone else to use their account.



Pressure to act quickly or keep financial arrangements secret.




Photo Credit: Crime Stoppers Queensland



Mr Hansen said learning to recognise these warning signs, discussing them with family and friends, and reporting suspicious activity anonymously could make it harder for organised crime groups to operate.



Residents with information about suspicious criminal activity can report it anonymously through Crime Stoppers by calling 1800 333 000.



Read: Brisbane Marina Project Reworked to Feature Premium Work Stores and Berths in Hemmant




While Morningside's latest police figures show theft, drug offences and property damage were among the suburb's most frequently reported offences over the past year, the Money Trap campaign also highlights the growing sophistication of organised crime recruitment. By staying informed about both local crime trends and common scam tactics, residents can play an important role in protecting themselves and the wider community.



Published 23-July-2026




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Morningside residents are being encouraged to stay vigilant after new Queensland Police data revealed 885 offences were recorded in the suburb over the past year, while Crime Stoppers Queensland has launched a campaign warning organised crime groups are targeting everyday Australians through fake job offers.



Read: The Fire that Erased the Best Evidence for Cannon Hill




According to the Queensland Police Service crime map, which covers the period 23 July 2025 to 22 July 2026, the largest reported offence category in Morningside was other theft (excluding unlawful entry) with 300 incidents, followed by 141 drug offences and 72 property damage offences.



Theft Remains Morningside's Largest Reported Offence Category



The latest police data shows theft accounted for around one-third of all reported offences in Morningside during the 12-month reporting period.



Other reported offence categories included:




68 traffic and related offences



63 good order offences



57 assaults



55 unlawful entries



30 unlawful use of a motor vehicle offences



26 fraud offences



15 handling stolen goods offences



14 offences against the person



14 trespassing and vagrancy offences



12 weapons act offences



7 miscellaneous offences



5 arson offences



4 robbery offences



2 liquor offences (excluding drunkenness)




Photo Credit: QPS Online Crime Map



Crime statistics provide a snapshot of reported incidents and can help residents better understand local trends. They can also encourage practical steps to improve home, vehicle and personal security.



Statewide Campaign Highlights Organised Crime Recruitment Tactics



Separately, Crime Stoppers Queensland has launched its new Money Trap campaign to raise awareness of how organised crime groups recruit unsuspecting people to help move criminal funds.



Photo Credit: Crime Stoppers Queensland



The Australian Government-funded campaign warns that criminals are increasingly using fake job advertisements, social media messages and promises of easy money to convince people to receive or transfer money through their personal bank accounts.



Crime Stoppers Queensland CEO David Hansen said many of these approaches appear legitimate, making it easier for people to become involved in criminal activity without fully understanding the consequences.



"Whether it's a message on social media, an online job advertisement or someone asking to use your bank account, if it seems too good to be true, it probably is," Mr Hansen said.



Photo Credit: Crime Stoppers Queensland



While the campaign has a particular focus on helping protect international students and temporary visa holders from exploitation, Mr Hansen said anyone could be approached.



"Anyone can be approached with a money trap," he said.



"These approaches are designed to look genuine, which is why awareness is our strongest defence."



Recognising the Warning Signs Can Help Prevent Crime



Crime Stoppers is urging Queenslanders to be cautious of:




Unsolicited job offers promising easy money.



Requests to receive or transfer money through a personal bank account.



Requests to share banking details or allow someone else to use their account.



Pressure to act quickly or keep financial arrangements secret.




Photo Credit: Crime Stoppers Queensland



Mr Hansen said learning to recognise these warning signs, discussing them with family and friends, and reporting suspicious activity anonymously could make it harder for organised crime groups to operate.



Residents with information about suspicious criminal activity can report it anonymously through Crime Stoppers by calling 1800 333 000.



Read: Brisbane Marina Project Reworked to Feature Premium Work Stores and Berths in Hemmant




While Morningside's latest police figures show theft, drug offences and property damage were among the suburb's most frequently reported offences over the past year, the Money Trap campaign also highlights the growing sophistication of organised crime recruitment. By staying informed about both local crime trends and common scam tactics, residents can play an important role in protecting themselves and the wider community.



Published 23-July-2026




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In March 1926, fire tore through Jolimount, the large former Weedon residence at Cannon Hill. Most of the house and its contents were lost, with only a grand piano and a carpet reportedly saved. The blaze destroyed more than the house’s cedar structure and most of what remained inside. It may also have destroyed records that could have helped explain how Cannon Hill got its name.



Read: Neighbouring Suburbs, Different Lifespans: The 15 Year Life Expectancy Gap Between Cannon Hill and Murarrie



Before the Suburb, There Was a Mansion



In the 1860s, the sites between Bulimba and Tingalpa were rural, with several large-scale properties along New Cleveland Road, now Wynnum Road.



Around 1867, landowner Richard Weedon and his mother, Susannah, built a 24-room cedar home on their property. With its steep roof, two tall chimneys and separate servants’ quarters, the residence became a local landmark. The Weedons called it Cannon Hill House.



Photo Credit: State Library of Queensland



The property was known for its extensive grounds as well as its size. The gardens contained exotic trees, ornamental plants, and a maze said to have been modelled on the one at Hampton Court Palace.



The family also held massive social gatherings there, drawing members of Brisbane society to the property. Its prominence may explain how the house’s name came to be used to refer to the surrounding area.



The obituary of Redman Weedon, the youngest son of Richard Warren Weedon, states that Redman was born in England in 1854 and came to Brisbane in 1866 with his father and three brothers. It identifies his father as “the late Mr Richard Warren Weedon, of Springfield, Oxley” and says the family bought land at Cannon Hill and Springfield. | Photo Credit: National Library of Australia 



Several Stories Behind One Name



Cannon Hill House may have given the district its name, but no record identified so far explains why the Weedons chose that name for their home.



Several accounts try to explain either the origin of the name or how it spread to the district.



One account says a surveyor noted two tree stumps that resembled cannon. Another comes from an early settler, Mr Woods, who claimed the name honoured his son Ernest after the boy sheltered inside a hollow log on the hill in 1864.



A third theory points to England. Richard Weedon’s wife, Elizabeth Redman, came from a family associated with arms manufacturing and, according to family history, the Birmingham Small Arms Company. Birmingham also had a place called Cannon Hill, raising the possibility that Richard borrowed a familiar English name.



The final explanation concerns the house itself. The prominent residence may have become a local reference point, allowing its name to spread to the wider district.



None of these theories has been proven.



When Cannon Hill House Became Jolimount



After Richard Weedon’s death, the family sold the estate, and the new owner, Mr Wragge, renamed the house Jolimount.



An auction advertisement published in The Brisbane Courier on 23 April 1892 described a large family residence on four acres and 19 perches, with stables, a coach house, and established gardens.



Photo Credit: State Library of Queensland



Importantly, the advertisement called the residence Jolimount but placed it at Cannon Hill. This shows that Cannon Hill was already established as the district name by 1892.



The Missing Clue



Jolimount stood until the fire destroyed it in March 1926. The house may have contained family papers that explained the name, although no evidence confirms that such a record existed or remained there at the time of the fire.



Photo Credit: National Library of Australia



Perhaps the most convincing evidence indicates that the site of the former house is located on the northern side of Wynnum Road, directly across from today’s Cannon Hill State School at 845 Wynnum Road. This suggests that the site would be situated roughly among the current properties at 806–840 Wynnum Road in Cannon Hill, rather than on the school grounds.



Read: Bravery Amid Chaos: How a Policeman Saved Lives in Cannon Hill



Today, Cannon Hill is a developed residential suburb with schools, shops and a railway station. The Weedon mansion and its celebrated grounds are gone. Yet Cannon Hill remains the suburb’s name, preserving a possible link to the house that once stood on New Cleveland Road.



Published 23-July-2026
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In March 1926, fire tore through Jolimount, the large former Weedon residence at Cannon Hill. Most of the house and its contents were lost, with only a grand piano and a carpet reportedly saved. The blaze destroyed more than the house’s cedar structure and most of what remained inside. It may also have destroyed records that could have helped explain how Cannon Hill got its name.



Read: Neighbouring Suburbs, Different Lifespans: The 15 Year Life Expectancy Gap Between Cannon Hill and Murarrie



Before the Suburb, There Was a Mansion



In the 1860s, the sites between Bulimba and Tingalpa were rural, with several large-scale properties along New Cleveland Road, now Wynnum Road.



Around 1867, landowner Richard Weedon and his mother, Susannah, built a 24-room cedar home on their property. With its steep roof, two tall chimneys and separate servants’ quarters, the residence became a local landmark. The Weedons called it Cannon Hill House.



Photo Credit: State Library of Queensland



The property was known for its extensive grounds as well as its size. The gardens contained exotic trees, ornamental plants, and a maze said to have been modelled on the one at Hampton Court Palace.



The family also held massive social gatherings there, drawing members of Brisbane society to the property. Its prominence may explain how the house’s name came to be used to refer to the surrounding area.



The obituary of Redman Weedon, the youngest son of Richard Warren Weedon, states that Redman was born in England in 1854 and came to Brisbane in 1866 with his father and three brothers. It identifies his father as “the late Mr Richard Warren Weedon, of Springfield, Oxley” and says the family bought land at Cannon Hill and Springfield. | Photo Credit: National Library of Australia 



Several Stories Behind One Name



Cannon Hill House may have given the district its name, but no record identified so far explains why the Weedons chose that name for their home.



Several accounts try to explain either the origin of the name or how it spread to the district.



One account says a surveyor noted two tree stumps that resembled cannon. Another comes from an early settler, Mr Woods, who claimed the name honoured his son Ernest after the boy sheltered inside a hollow log on the hill in 1864.



A third theory points to England. Richard Weedon’s wife, Elizabeth Redman, came from a family associated with arms manufacturing and, according to family history, the Birmingham Small Arms Company. Birmingham also had a place called Cannon Hill, raising the possibility that Richard borrowed a familiar English name.



The final explanation concerns the house itself. The prominent residence may have become a local reference point, allowing its name to spread to the wider district.



None of these theories has been proven.



When Cannon Hill House Became Jolimount



After Richard Weedon’s death, the family sold the estate, and the new owner, Mr Wragge, renamed the house Jolimount.



An auction advertisement published in The Brisbane Courier on 23 April 1892 described a large family residence on four acres and 19 perches, with stables, a coach house, and established gardens.



Photo Credit: State Library of Queensland



Importantly, the advertisement called the residence Jolimount but placed it at Cannon Hill. This shows that Cannon Hill was already established as the district name by 1892.



The Missing Clue



Jolimount stood until the fire destroyed it in March 1926. The house may have contained family papers that explained the name, although no evidence confirms that such a record existed or remained there at the time of the fire.



Photo Credit: National Library of Australia



Perhaps the most convincing evidence indicates that the site of the former house is located on the northern side of Wynnum Road, directly across from today’s Cannon Hill State School at 845 Wynnum Road. This suggests that the site would be situated roughly among the current properties at 806–840 Wynnum Road in Cannon Hill, rather than on the school grounds.



Read: Bravery Amid Chaos: How a Policeman Saved Lives in Cannon Hill



Today, Cannon Hill is a developed residential suburb with schools, shops and a railway station. The Weedon mansion and its celebrated grounds are gone. Yet Cannon Hill remains the suburb’s name, preserving a possible link to the house that once stood on New Cleveland Road.



Published 23-July-2026
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<title><![CDATA[Genevieve and Ryan Gregson Put Morningside Family Home Under Contract]]></title>
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Olympic runners Genevieve and Ryan Gregson have agreed to sell their Morningside family home under a conditional contract as they relocate closer to training facilities, while Genevieve pursues selection for a fifth Olympic Games at Los Angeles 2028.



Read: Australia Wins Team Gold as Ruby Pass Reaches Uneven Bars Final



Conditional Sale in Morningside



The couple’s four-bedroom, three-bathroom Queenslander at 108 Kates Street was marketed through Sam Battel of McGrath Bulimba with offers above $1.9 million.



The agreed price was not disclosed because the contract remained conditional.



The Gregsons paid $1.641 million for the approximately 400-square-metre property in late 2021 after moving from Melbourne to Brisbane. They secured the home at auction, where the final difference between the competing bids was $1,000.



For the latest transaction, the couple chose to negotiate with prospective buyers rather than return to auction, taking a different approach in softer market conditions.



Photo Credit: McGrath



Inside the Morningside Family Home



The renovated residence retains Queenslander features on its upper level, including polished timber floors, VJ walls and a front verandah. Its four bedrooms include a main suite with a walk-in wardrobe, ensuite and French doors opening to the deck.



The ground floor has polished concrete floors, high ceilings and an open-plan living and dining area. The kitchen includes 40mm waterfall stone benchtops, Asko appliances, a glass splashback and a butler’s pantry.



A covered entertaining area with a built-in barbecue adjoins a recently installed swimming pool and low-maintenance landscaping.



Other features include a downstairs bathroom, separate laundry and mudroom, ducted air-conditioning, storage areas, a double carport, secure fencing and a 6.6kW solar system.



Photo Credit: McGrath



Training Move Supports Family Plans



The sale accompanies the family’s move to a property closer to training facilities, with more space for their young family to grow.



Motherhood has changed Genevieve’s approach to elite competition, with family taking priority alongside her athletic goals rather than performance results alone.



The couple’s first move to Brisbane followed Genevieve’s Achilles rupture at the Tokyo Games. She later returned to Olympic competition in the marathon at Paris 2024.



Photo Credit: McGrath



Fifth Olympic Selection in Sight



Genevieve is a four-time Olympian and former national steeplechase record holder. She reached two finals at Rio 2016 before switching to marathon competition for Paris.



Ryan is a two-time Olympian who became the first Australian man in 40 years to reach the Olympic 1500m final at Rio 2016. He has also moved into marathon running.



Read: Hemmant Para-Powerlifter Hani Watson Claims Historic Glasgow Medal



Together, the couple have made six Olympic appearances. Selection for Los Angeles 2028 would give Genevieve a fifth Olympic Games.



Published 22-July-2026
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Olympic runners Genevieve and Ryan Gregson have agreed to sell their Morningside family home under a conditional contract as they relocate closer to training facilities, while Genevieve pursues selection for a fifth Olympic Games at Los Angeles 2028.



Read: Australia Wins Team Gold as Ruby Pass Reaches Uneven Bars Final



Conditional Sale in Morningside



The couple’s four-bedroom, three-bathroom Queenslander at 108 Kates Street was marketed through Sam Battel of McGrath Bulimba with offers above $1.9 million.



The agreed price was not disclosed because the contract remained conditional.



The Gregsons paid $1.641 million for the approximately 400-square-metre property in late 2021 after moving from Melbourne to Brisbane. They secured the home at auction, where the final difference between the competing bids was $1,000.



For the latest transaction, the couple chose to negotiate with prospective buyers rather than return to auction, taking a different approach in softer market conditions.



Photo Credit: McGrath



Inside the Morningside Family Home



The renovated residence retains Queenslander features on its upper level, including polished timber floors, VJ walls and a front verandah. Its four bedrooms include a main suite with a walk-in wardrobe, ensuite and French doors opening to the deck.



The ground floor has polished concrete floors, high ceilings and an open-plan living and dining area. The kitchen includes 40mm waterfall stone benchtops, Asko appliances, a glass splashback and a butler’s pantry.



A covered entertaining area with a built-in barbecue adjoins a recently installed swimming pool and low-maintenance landscaping.



Other features include a downstairs bathroom, separate laundry and mudroom, ducted air-conditioning, storage areas, a double carport, secure fencing and a 6.6kW solar system.



Photo Credit: McGrath



Training Move Supports Family Plans



The sale accompanies the family’s move to a property closer to training facilities, with more space for their young family to grow.



Motherhood has changed Genevieve’s approach to elite competition, with family taking priority alongside her athletic goals rather than performance results alone.



The couple’s first move to Brisbane followed Genevieve’s Achilles rupture at the Tokyo Games. She later returned to Olympic competition in the marathon at Paris 2024.



Photo Credit: McGrath



Fifth Olympic Selection in Sight



Genevieve is a four-time Olympian and former national steeplechase record holder. She reached two finals at Rio 2016 before switching to marathon competition for Paris.



Ryan is a two-time Olympian who became the first Australian man in 40 years to reach the Olympic 1500m final at Rio 2016. He has also moved into marathon running.



Read: Hemmant Para-Powerlifter Hani Watson Claims Historic Glasgow Medal



Together, the couple have made six Olympic appearances. Selection for Los Angeles 2028 would give Genevieve a fifth Olympic Games.



Published 22-July-2026
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<title><![CDATA[Brisbane Marina Project Reworked to Feature Premium Work Stores and Berths in Hemmant]]></title>
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What happens when you strip away futuristic drone tech from a massive riverfront blueprint and replace it with high-end real estate? Hemmant is about to find out as developers shift gears on a landmark marine precinct.



Read: From Abattoir to Superyacht Hub: Rivergate Marks 20 Years on the Brisbane River



A Fresh Vision for the Riverfront



Photo Credit: Brisbane Marina



Can an industrial park double as a coastal destination? Frank Developments thinks so, tossing out early futuristic blueprints in favour of high-end real estate practicality along the Brisbane River.&nbsp;



Partnering with Cavill Architects, the design team scrapped the original concept to throw open the river frontage. Uninterrupted water views now greet visitors, replacing a closed-off compound with an arrival experience that feels more coastal resort than heavy industry.



Expanded Spaces and Boating Facilities



Photo Credit: Brisbane Marina



Ninety-one purpose-built work stores now anchor the updated master plan, accompanied by a flexible fleet of more than seventy-five private marina berths. Units ranging up to five hundred square metres feature high clearance roller doors and glazed garage fronts to flood mezzanine offices with natural sunlight.&nbsp;



Navigating large watercraft through the property is no longer a puzzle either. Generous nine-metre internal roadways give operators hauling twelve to twenty-five-metre vessels plenty of room to breathe.



Read: Murarrie Generated More Pothole Reports Than Any Other East Brisbane Suburb During the City’s Biggest-Ever Road Blitz



Lifestyle Meets Industrial Utility



Beyond the workshop floor, a round-the-clock security team watches over a suite of resident perks including private boat-launching ramps, on-water refuelling, and an on-site gymnasium. Positioned just fifteen minutes from the heart of the city and the port, this project integrates seamlessly with the broader six-hectare master plan for the neighbourhood. Sales campaigns for individual units are scheduled to kick off in the coming weeks.



Published Date 20-July-2026
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What happens when you strip away futuristic drone tech from a massive riverfront blueprint and replace it with high-end real estate? Hemmant is about to find out as developers shift gears on a landmark marine precinct.



Read: From Abattoir to Superyacht Hub: Rivergate Marks 20 Years on the Brisbane River



A Fresh Vision for the Riverfront



Photo Credit: Brisbane Marina



Can an industrial park double as a coastal destination? Frank Developments thinks so, tossing out early futuristic blueprints in favour of high-end real estate practicality along the Brisbane River.&nbsp;



Partnering with Cavill Architects, the design team scrapped the original concept to throw open the river frontage. Uninterrupted water views now greet visitors, replacing a closed-off compound with an arrival experience that feels more coastal resort than heavy industry.



Expanded Spaces and Boating Facilities



Photo Credit: Brisbane Marina



Ninety-one purpose-built work stores now anchor the updated master plan, accompanied by a flexible fleet of more than seventy-five private marina berths. Units ranging up to five hundred square metres feature high clearance roller doors and glazed garage fronts to flood mezzanine offices with natural sunlight.&nbsp;



Navigating large watercraft through the property is no longer a puzzle either. Generous nine-metre internal roadways give operators hauling twelve to twenty-five-metre vessels plenty of room to breathe.



Read: Murarrie Generated More Pothole Reports Than Any Other East Brisbane Suburb During the City’s Biggest-Ever Road Blitz



Lifestyle Meets Industrial Utility



Beyond the workshop floor, a round-the-clock security team watches over a suite of resident perks including private boat-launching ramps, on-water refuelling, and an on-site gymnasium. Positioned just fifteen minutes from the heart of the city and the port, this project integrates seamlessly with the broader six-hectare master plan for the neighbourhood. Sales campaigns for individual units are scheduled to kick off in the coming weeks.



Published Date 20-July-2026
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<title><![CDATA[New World Order: How The 2026 World Cup Shifted Football's Balance]]></title>
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Spain lifted the trophy, but the biggest story of the 2026 FIFA World Cup reached far beyond the final whistle.



Across a month of football in North America, the established powers still found their way into the closing rounds, yet the margin separating them from the rest of the world looked smaller than ever. Brazil fell to Norway. Germany's campaign ended in a penalty shootout against Paraguay. Morocco backed up its breakthrough in Qatar by reaching another semi-final after eliminating the Netherlands, while Cabo Verde stretched Argentina into extra time before finally being beaten.



None of those nations  lifted the trophy. All of them left the tournament with greater credibility than when they arrived. All of them changed the conversation.



By the time Spain edged Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the final, this World Cup had become about far more than one country's triumph. Reputation no longer guaranteed progress, and football's traditional hierarchy felt less certain than it had four years earlier. It was a tournament that echoed Arrigo Sacchi's enduring observation:




"Football belongs to whoever plays it best."— Arrigo Sacchi




Nobody Had An Easy Run



Look back through the knockout bracket and one thing stands out immediately: every favourite was forced to earn its place.



Argentina needed extra time to eliminate Cabo Verde in the Round of 16 before edging Switzerland in the quarter-finals and then England in the semi-finals. 



Spain's route to the title took them through Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and finally Argentina in the final, while England found themselves recovering from deficits against Mexico in the Round of 16 and Norway in the quarter-finals before securing third place against France in the bronze medal match.



Even Brazil, so often expected to contend deep into a World Cup, never reached the quarter-finals after Norway's Round of 16 upset of Brazil produced one of the tournament's defining results.



The names in the final four were familiar. The journey to get there was anything but.



The Gap Has Closed



For years, football has talked about the rise of nations outside the traditional elite. In 2026, that conversation finally felt settled.



Morocco proved their run to the semi-finals in Qatar was not a once-off. Paraguay's penalty shootout win over Germany sent another heavyweight home early. Norway's victory over Brazil confirmed they were no longer outsiders. Egypt's Round of 16 victory over Australia and Switzerland's penalty shootout win over Colombia reinforced how little now separates many of the world's best teams.



None of those results would have been dismissed as impossible. A decade ago, several would have been.



That may be the clearest sign yet of how much international football has changed.



Different Heroes Stepped Forward



One of the defining themes of the tournament wasn't the farewell of an ageing superstar. It was the arrival of players now ready to become the faces of the next World Cup cycle.



Jude Bellingham (England) drove England through the knockout rounds, scoring twice against Norway before adding another in the bronze medal match. Bukayo Saka (England) finished the tournament with a hat-trick against France. Spain never relied on one match-winner either. Ferran Torres (Spain) settled the final in extra time after Pedro Porro (Spain), Mikel Oyarzabal (Spain) and Mikel Merino (Spain) had all delivered decisive moments earlier in the tournament.



Argentina still leaned on Lionel Messi (Argentina), but Lautaro Martínez (Argentina) and Enzo Fernández (Argentina) increasingly shaped the biggest moments. Norway's charge owed much to Erling Haaland (Norway), whose performance against Brazil became one of the images of the tournament.



The stars were recognisable. The balance between generations had unmistakably shifted.



Winning Became A Squad Exercise



The deeper the tournament went, the less it resembled a contest decided by starting XIs alone.



Extra-time football became a recurring feature of the knockout rounds. Spain's victory over Argentina in the final, England's comeback against Norway in the quarter-finals and Norway's upset of Brazil in the Round of 16 all demanded more than 90 minutes of planning from the coaches involved.



Tactical flexibility, fresh legs and the ability to change a match from the bench became just as valuable as individual brilliance.



Depth was no longer a luxury. It became a requirement.



Spain Set The Standard



Spain deserved to be champions not because they dominated every opponent, but because they consistently found answers.



Their path to the trophy took them past Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and Argentina in the final. Each opponent posed a different challenge, yet Spain adapted every time. Their success was built on structure, patience and contributions from throughout the squad rather than dependence on one headline name.



In a tournament defined by narrow margins, that proved to be the difference.



A Different World Cup



Every World Cup leaves behind a champion.



Some leave behind something bigger.



The lasting memory of 2026 may not be Spain lifting the trophy. It may be the moment football finally accepted that the old hierarchy no longer offers guarantees. Traditional powers remain exactly that — powerful. But every four years, more nations arrive believing they belong, and increasingly they have the performances to justify that belief.



Spain won the World Cup.



The rest of the world ensured the race for the next one is more open than it has been in decades.



Published 20-July-2026




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Spain lifted the trophy, but the biggest story of the 2026 FIFA World Cup reached far beyond the final whistle.



Across a month of football in North America, the established powers still found their way into the closing rounds, yet the margin separating them from the rest of the world looked smaller than ever. Brazil fell to Norway. Germany's campaign ended in a penalty shootout against Paraguay. Morocco backed up its breakthrough in Qatar by reaching another semi-final after eliminating the Netherlands, while Cabo Verde stretched Argentina into extra time before finally being beaten.



None of those nations  lifted the trophy. All of them left the tournament with greater credibility than when they arrived. All of them changed the conversation.



By the time Spain edged Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the final, this World Cup had become about far more than one country's triumph. Reputation no longer guaranteed progress, and football's traditional hierarchy felt less certain than it had four years earlier. It was a tournament that echoed Arrigo Sacchi's enduring observation:




"Football belongs to whoever plays it best."— Arrigo Sacchi




Nobody Had An Easy Run



Look back through the knockout bracket and one thing stands out immediately: every favourite was forced to earn its place.



Argentina needed extra time to eliminate Cabo Verde in the Round of 16 before edging Switzerland in the quarter-finals and then England in the semi-finals. 



Spain's route to the title took them through Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and finally Argentina in the final, while England found themselves recovering from deficits against Mexico in the Round of 16 and Norway in the quarter-finals before securing third place against France in the bronze medal match.



Even Brazil, so often expected to contend deep into a World Cup, never reached the quarter-finals after Norway's Round of 16 upset of Brazil produced one of the tournament's defining results.



The names in the final four were familiar. The journey to get there was anything but.



The Gap Has Closed



For years, football has talked about the rise of nations outside the traditional elite. In 2026, that conversation finally felt settled.



Morocco proved their run to the semi-finals in Qatar was not a once-off. Paraguay's penalty shootout win over Germany sent another heavyweight home early. Norway's victory over Brazil confirmed they were no longer outsiders. Egypt's Round of 16 victory over Australia and Switzerland's penalty shootout win over Colombia reinforced how little now separates many of the world's best teams.



None of those results would have been dismissed as impossible. A decade ago, several would have been.



That may be the clearest sign yet of how much international football has changed.



Different Heroes Stepped Forward



One of the defining themes of the tournament wasn't the farewell of an ageing superstar. It was the arrival of players now ready to become the faces of the next World Cup cycle.



Jude Bellingham (England) drove England through the knockout rounds, scoring twice against Norway before adding another in the bronze medal match. Bukayo Saka (England) finished the tournament with a hat-trick against France. Spain never relied on one match-winner either. Ferran Torres (Spain) settled the final in extra time after Pedro Porro (Spain), Mikel Oyarzabal (Spain) and Mikel Merino (Spain) had all delivered decisive moments earlier in the tournament.



Argentina still leaned on Lionel Messi (Argentina), but Lautaro Martínez (Argentina) and Enzo Fernández (Argentina) increasingly shaped the biggest moments. Norway's charge owed much to Erling Haaland (Norway), whose performance against Brazil became one of the images of the tournament.



The stars were recognisable. The balance between generations had unmistakably shifted.



Winning Became A Squad Exercise



The deeper the tournament went, the less it resembled a contest decided by starting XIs alone.



Extra-time football became a recurring feature of the knockout rounds. Spain's victory over Argentina in the final, England's comeback against Norway in the quarter-finals and Norway's upset of Brazil in the Round of 16 all demanded more than 90 minutes of planning from the coaches involved.



Tactical flexibility, fresh legs and the ability to change a match from the bench became just as valuable as individual brilliance.



Depth was no longer a luxury. It became a requirement.



Spain Set The Standard



Spain deserved to be champions not because they dominated every opponent, but because they consistently found answers.



Their path to the trophy took them past Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and Argentina in the final. Each opponent posed a different challenge, yet Spain adapted every time. Their success was built on structure, patience and contributions from throughout the squad rather than dependence on one headline name.



In a tournament defined by narrow margins, that proved to be the difference.



A Different World Cup



Every World Cup leaves behind a champion.



Some leave behind something bigger.



The lasting memory of 2026 may not be Spain lifting the trophy. It may be the moment football finally accepted that the old hierarchy no longer offers guarantees. Traditional powers remain exactly that — powerful. But every four years, more nations arrive believing they belong, and increasingly they have the performances to justify that belief.



Spain won the World Cup.



The rest of the world ensured the race for the next one is more open than it has been in decades.



Published 20-July-2026




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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 17-19 July 2026]]></title>
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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Optus Stadium, Perth • Whadjuk) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 19



• West Coast Eagles 69   |   Brisbane Lions 93







QAFL



TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Kombumerri Park / Neptune Homes Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 68 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 61



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 46 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFL Seniors 128



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Aspley QAFLW Seniors 35



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Maroochydore Multi Sports Complex / Neil Upton Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Maroochydore QAFLW Seniors 13 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 17















FQPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (St Georges Park (St George Willawong FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• St George Willawong 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Caboolture Sports FC 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 0







NPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Gold Coast Knights 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 2



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Eastern Suburbs 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Magic United 4



Sun, July 19, 2026 (Goodwin Park (Olympic FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Olympic FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Roar B 1



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Gold Coast Knights 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1 North



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 91 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteors 95



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 98 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 110



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 64 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteorettes 88



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 75 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 18



• Ipswich Jets 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 52



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• Brisbane Tigers 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Western Clydesdales 14



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• WM Seagulls 14 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Cutters 16




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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Optus Stadium, Perth • Whadjuk) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 19



• West Coast Eagles 69   |   Brisbane Lions 93







QAFL



TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Kombumerri Park / Neptune Homes Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 68 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 61



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 46 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFL Seniors 128



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Aspley QAFLW Seniors 35



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Maroochydore Multi Sports Complex / Neil Upton Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Maroochydore QAFLW Seniors 13 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 17















FQPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (St Georges Park (St George Willawong FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• St George Willawong 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Caboolture Sports FC 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 0







NPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Gold Coast Knights 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 2



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Eastern Suburbs 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Magic United 4



Sun, July 19, 2026 (Goodwin Park (Olympic FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Olympic FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Roar B 1



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Gold Coast Knights 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1 North



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 91 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteors 95



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 98 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 110



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 64 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteorettes 88



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 75 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 18



• Ipswich Jets 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 52



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• Brisbane Tigers 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Western Clydesdales 14



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• WM Seagulls 14 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Cutters 16




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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 24-26 July 2026]]></title>
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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 20



• Brisbane Lions 126 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Port Adelaide 675







QAFL



QAFL - TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Morningside QAFL Seniors 155 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Labrador QAFL Seniors 88



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 109 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 55







QAFLW



QAFLW - Bond University



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 15 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Bond University QAFLW Seniors 12



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 38 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFLW Seniors 10















NPL



NPL Women



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Lions FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Eastern Suburbs 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0















NBL



NBL1 North



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Carmichael Ford Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Grand Finals



• Townsville Flames 85 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Hinricks Oval, Blackwater) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Central Queensland Capras 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 20



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Father Ranger Oval, Warwick) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Tweed Heads Seagulls 8 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 58








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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 20



• Brisbane Lions 126 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Port Adelaide 675







QAFL



QAFL - TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Morningside QAFL Seniors 155 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Labrador QAFL Seniors 88



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 109 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 55







QAFLW



QAFLW - Bond University



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 15 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Bond University QAFLW Seniors 12



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 38 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFLW Seniors 10















NPL



NPL Women



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Lions FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Eastern Suburbs 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0















NBL



NBL1 North



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Carmichael Ford Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Grand Finals



• Townsville Flames 85 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Hinricks Oval, Blackwater) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Central Queensland Capras 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 20



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Father Ranger Oval, Warwick) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Tweed Heads Seagulls 8 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 58








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<title><![CDATA[New World Order: How The 2026 World Cup Shifted Football's Balance]]></title>
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Spain lifted the trophy, but the biggest story of the 2026 FIFA World Cup reached far beyond the final whistle.



Across a month of football in North America, the established powers still found their way into the closing rounds, yet the margin separating them from the rest of the world looked smaller than ever. Brazil fell to Norway. Germany's campaign ended in a penalty shootout against Paraguay. Morocco backed up its breakthrough in Qatar by reaching another semi-final after eliminating the Netherlands, while Cabo Verde stretched Argentina into extra time before finally being beaten.



None of those nations  lifted the trophy. All of them left the tournament with greater credibility than when they arrived. All of them changed the conversation.



By the time Spain edged Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the final, this World Cup had become about far more than one country's triumph. Reputation no longer guaranteed progress, and football's traditional hierarchy felt less certain than it had four years earlier. It was a tournament that echoed Arrigo Sacchi's enduring observation:




"Football belongs to whoever plays it best."— Arrigo Sacchi




Nobody Had An Easy Run



Look back through the knockout bracket and one thing stands out immediately: every favourite was forced to earn its place.



Argentina needed extra time to eliminate Cabo Verde in the Round of 16 before edging Switzerland in the quarter-finals and then England in the semi-finals. 



Spain's route to the title took them through Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and finally Argentina in the final, while England found themselves recovering from deficits against Mexico in the Round of 16 and Norway in the quarter-finals before securing third place against France in the bronze medal match.



Even Brazil, so often expected to contend deep into a World Cup, never reached the quarter-finals after Norway's Round of 16 upset of Brazil produced one of the tournament's defining results.



The names in the final four were familiar. The journey to get there was anything but.



The Gap Has Closed



For years, football has talked about the rise of nations outside the traditional elite. In 2026, that conversation finally felt settled.



Morocco proved their run to the semi-finals in Qatar was not a once-off. Paraguay's penalty shootout win over Germany sent another heavyweight home early. Norway's victory over Brazil confirmed they were no longer outsiders. Egypt's Round of 16 victory over Australia and Switzerland's penalty shootout win over Colombia reinforced how little now separates many of the world's best teams.



None of those results would have been dismissed as impossible. A decade ago, several would have been.



That may be the clearest sign yet of how much international football has changed.



Different Heroes Stepped Forward



One of the defining themes of the tournament wasn't the farewell of an ageing superstar. It was the arrival of players now ready to become the faces of the next World Cup cycle.



Jude Bellingham (England) drove England through the knockout rounds, scoring twice against Norway before adding another in the bronze medal match. Bukayo Saka (England) finished the tournament with a hat-trick against France. Spain never relied on one match-winner either. Ferran Torres (Spain) settled the final in extra time after Pedro Porro (Spain), Mikel Oyarzabal (Spain) and Mikel Merino (Spain) had all delivered decisive moments earlier in the tournament.



Argentina still leaned on Lionel Messi (Argentina), but Lautaro Martínez (Argentina) and Enzo Fernández (Argentina) increasingly shaped the biggest moments. Norway's charge owed much to Erling Haaland (Norway), whose performance against Brazil became one of the images of the tournament.



The stars were recognisable. The balance between generations had unmistakably shifted.



Winning Became A Squad Exercise



The deeper the tournament went, the less it resembled a contest decided by starting XIs alone.



Extra-time football became a recurring feature of the knockout rounds. Spain's victory over Argentina in the final, England's comeback against Norway in the quarter-finals and Norway's upset of Brazil in the Round of 16 all demanded more than 90 minutes of planning from the coaches involved.



Tactical flexibility, fresh legs and the ability to change a match from the bench became just as valuable as individual brilliance.



Depth was no longer a luxury. It became a requirement.



Spain Set The Standard



Spain deserved to be champions not because they dominated every opponent, but because they consistently found answers.



Their path to the trophy took them past Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and Argentina in the final. Each opponent posed a different challenge, yet Spain adapted every time. Their success was built on structure, patience and contributions from throughout the squad rather than dependence on one headline name.



In a tournament defined by narrow margins, that proved to be the difference.



A Different World Cup



Every World Cup leaves behind a champion.



Some leave behind something bigger.



The lasting memory of 2026 may not be Spain lifting the trophy. It may be the moment football finally accepted that the old hierarchy no longer offers guarantees. Traditional powers remain exactly that — powerful. But every four years, more nations arrive believing they belong, and increasingly they have the performances to justify that belief.



Spain won the World Cup.



The rest of the world ensured the race for the next one is more open than it has been in decades.



Published 20-July-2026




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Spain lifted the trophy, but the biggest story of the 2026 FIFA World Cup reached far beyond the final whistle.



Across a month of football in North America, the established powers still found their way into the closing rounds, yet the margin separating them from the rest of the world looked smaller than ever. Brazil fell to Norway. Germany's campaign ended in a penalty shootout against Paraguay. Morocco backed up its breakthrough in Qatar by reaching another semi-final after eliminating the Netherlands, while Cabo Verde stretched Argentina into extra time before finally being beaten.



None of those nations  lifted the trophy. All of them left the tournament with greater credibility than when they arrived. All of them changed the conversation.



By the time Spain edged Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the final, this World Cup had become about far more than one country's triumph. Reputation no longer guaranteed progress, and football's traditional hierarchy felt less certain than it had four years earlier. It was a tournament that echoed Arrigo Sacchi's enduring observation:




"Football belongs to whoever plays it best."— Arrigo Sacchi




Nobody Had An Easy Run



Look back through the knockout bracket and one thing stands out immediately: every favourite was forced to earn its place.



Argentina needed extra time to eliminate Cabo Verde in the Round of 16 before edging Switzerland in the quarter-finals and then England in the semi-finals. 



Spain's route to the title took them through Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and finally Argentina in the final, while England found themselves recovering from deficits against Mexico in the Round of 16 and Norway in the quarter-finals before securing third place against France in the bronze medal match.



Even Brazil, so often expected to contend deep into a World Cup, never reached the quarter-finals after Norway's Round of 16 upset of Brazil produced one of the tournament's defining results.



The names in the final four were familiar. The journey to get there was anything but.



The Gap Has Closed



For years, football has talked about the rise of nations outside the traditional elite. In 2026, that conversation finally felt settled.



Morocco proved their run to the semi-finals in Qatar was not a once-off. Paraguay's penalty shootout win over Germany sent another heavyweight home early. Norway's victory over Brazil confirmed they were no longer outsiders. Egypt's Round of 16 victory over Australia and Switzerland's penalty shootout win over Colombia reinforced how little now separates many of the world's best teams.



None of those results would have been dismissed as impossible. A decade ago, several would have been.



That may be the clearest sign yet of how much international football has changed.



Different Heroes Stepped Forward



One of the defining themes of the tournament wasn't the farewell of an ageing superstar. It was the arrival of players now ready to become the faces of the next World Cup cycle.



Jude Bellingham (England) drove England through the knockout rounds, scoring twice against Norway before adding another in the bronze medal match. Bukayo Saka (England) finished the tournament with a hat-trick against France. Spain never relied on one match-winner either. Ferran Torres (Spain) settled the final in extra time after Pedro Porro (Spain), Mikel Oyarzabal (Spain) and Mikel Merino (Spain) had all delivered decisive moments earlier in the tournament.



Argentina still leaned on Lionel Messi (Argentina), but Lautaro Martínez (Argentina) and Enzo Fernández (Argentina) increasingly shaped the biggest moments. Norway's charge owed much to Erling Haaland (Norway), whose performance against Brazil became one of the images of the tournament.



The stars were recognisable. The balance between generations had unmistakably shifted.



Winning Became A Squad Exercise



The deeper the tournament went, the less it resembled a contest decided by starting XIs alone.



Extra-time football became a recurring feature of the knockout rounds. Spain's victory over Argentina in the final, England's comeback against Norway in the quarter-finals and Norway's upset of Brazil in the Round of 16 all demanded more than 90 minutes of planning from the coaches involved.



Tactical flexibility, fresh legs and the ability to change a match from the bench became just as valuable as individual brilliance.



Depth was no longer a luxury. It became a requirement.



Spain Set The Standard



Spain deserved to be champions not because they dominated every opponent, but because they consistently found answers.



Their path to the trophy took them past Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and Argentina in the final. Each opponent posed a different challenge, yet Spain adapted every time. Their success was built on structure, patience and contributions from throughout the squad rather than dependence on one headline name.



In a tournament defined by narrow margins, that proved to be the difference.



A Different World Cup



Every World Cup leaves behind a champion.



Some leave behind something bigger.



The lasting memory of 2026 may not be Spain lifting the trophy. It may be the moment football finally accepted that the old hierarchy no longer offers guarantees. Traditional powers remain exactly that — powerful. But every four years, more nations arrive believing they belong, and increasingly they have the performances to justify that belief.



Spain won the World Cup.



The rest of the world ensured the race for the next one is more open than it has been in decades.



Published 20-July-2026




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<title><![CDATA[Sakakibara Denied BMX World Championship Title as Winds Hit Chandler]]></title>
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Australian Olympic champion Saya Sakakibara lost the chance to race for a home world title after strong winds stopped the BMX world championship finals at nearby Chandler.



Read: What’s On At BMX Worlds: Full Week Of Racing And Fan Events In Chandler



The event was due to take place at the Brisbane SX International BMX Centre on Sunday, 19 July 2026. However, strong westerly winds made the track unsafe. Riders could not begin the final rounds, and officials waited to see whether conditions would improve.



The Union Cycliste Internationale, known as the UCI, later cancelled the remaining elite races. The decision brought an unusual end to a major international sporting event at Chandler.



Completed results decide the medals



With no finals completed, officials used results from the last completed rounds to decide the medals.



Great Britain’s Bethany Shriever claimed the elite women’s title after recording the fastest qualifying time of 36.585 seconds. The result gave Shriever her fourth BMX world title. She had previously won in 2021, 2023 and 2025. Australia’s Saya Sakakibara took silver with a time of 36.908 seconds. Dutch rider Laura Smulders received bronze.&nbsp;



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships – Brisbane (@brisbanebmxworlds2026)



Sakakibara misses her final chance at gold



Sakakibara entered the Brisbane championships as one of the leading contenders in the women’s event. The 26-year-old won gold at the Paris Olympic Games in 2024 and hoped to claim her first elite world title before an Australian crowd.



She advanced through Saturday’s racing and held the second-fastest time before the weather stopped further competition. After receiving silver, Sakakibara said she remained proud of the lap she completed. She also acknowledged that the result hurt more because the championships were held at home.



She had hoped to win gold but accepted that the weather was outside the riders’ control.



The local crowd also left a strong impression on her. Sakakibara said the support from spectators at the start hill made the occasion special despite the disappointing finish.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Saya Sakakibara BMX Racer (@sayasakakibara)



Asmus claims elite men’s title



For Australian rider Jesse Asmus, the completed results were enough to secure the elite men’s title.



Asmus became the world champion after setting the fastest time in the completed racing. He finished ahead of Great Britain’s Ross Cullen and France’s Mathis Ragot Richard. The title marked a major step in his career. Asmus had won his first Australian national title only three months earlier.



Still, the result brought mixed feelings.&nbsp;



Asmus said the win felt different because he did not race across the finish line in front of the home crowd. Even so, he recognised the title as an important achievement. He had also watched the weather forecast before Sunday’s program. As a result, Asmus treated Saturday’s laps as if they might decide the championship. He focused on recording clean and fast times while racing could continue. His leading time later proved enough to secure the rainbow jersey.



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Jolly adds another Australian world title



Queensland rider Josh Jolly also secured a title through his strong qualifying performance.



Jolly won the under-23 men’s world title after recording the fastest completed time in his category. He posted 33.681 seconds. The result followed his move to Brisbane earlier in 2026. Jolly relocated to train in Queensland and work alongside riders including Asmus. The victory became his second BMX world title. He had previously won the junior men’s championship in the United States in 2024.



Australia also collected medals in the junior events. Cameron Gatt won silver, while Isla Basa secured bronze. The national team had faced an earlier setback when Izaac Kennedy crashed during practice on Friday. The crash ruled him out of the championships.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by UCI BMX Racing (@ucibmxsx)



Chandler event adds to Brisbane 2032 experience



The championships also drew interest as Brisbane prepares to host the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2032.



The BMX centre at Chandler showed how the venue handled a major international competition. The cancellation also highlighted the value of allowing extra time for weather delays. The World Championships did not have a spare day for the elite finals. Organisers also needed to prepare for the next stage of the program.



By comparison, the Olympic BMX program is expected to include a contingency day for weather delays and this may allow racing to continue later when unsafe conditions interrupt competition.



Read: Family Day Brings Bluey, BMX Stars, And World Championship Action To Chandler



Racing continues at Chandler



Although the elite world titles ended early, the wider championships continued at the Brisbane SX International BMX Centre.



Challenge and Masters racing was scheduled from Wednesday, 22 July, to Saturday, 25 July, as part of an event involving more than 3,000 riders. These events bring together riders from many countries across a wide range of age categories. Asmus also remained at the venue in a team management role. He planned to support younger Australian riders through their events.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by AusCycling (@auscyclingaus) 



Published 20-July-2026
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Australian Olympic champion Saya Sakakibara lost the chance to race for a home world title after strong winds stopped the BMX world championship finals at nearby Chandler.



Read: What’s On At BMX Worlds: Full Week Of Racing And Fan Events In Chandler



The event was due to take place at the Brisbane SX International BMX Centre on Sunday, 19 July 2026. However, strong westerly winds made the track unsafe. Riders could not begin the final rounds, and officials waited to see whether conditions would improve.



The Union Cycliste Internationale, known as the UCI, later cancelled the remaining elite races. The decision brought an unusual end to a major international sporting event at Chandler.



Completed results decide the medals



With no finals completed, officials used results from the last completed rounds to decide the medals.



Great Britain’s Bethany Shriever claimed the elite women’s title after recording the fastest qualifying time of 36.585 seconds. The result gave Shriever her fourth BMX world title. She had previously won in 2021, 2023 and 2025. Australia’s Saya Sakakibara took silver with a time of 36.908 seconds. Dutch rider Laura Smulders received bronze.&nbsp;



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships – Brisbane (@brisbanebmxworlds2026)



Sakakibara misses her final chance at gold



Sakakibara entered the Brisbane championships as one of the leading contenders in the women’s event. The 26-year-old won gold at the Paris Olympic Games in 2024 and hoped to claim her first elite world title before an Australian crowd.



She advanced through Saturday’s racing and held the second-fastest time before the weather stopped further competition. After receiving silver, Sakakibara said she remained proud of the lap she completed. She also acknowledged that the result hurt more because the championships were held at home.



She had hoped to win gold but accepted that the weather was outside the riders’ control.



The local crowd also left a strong impression on her. Sakakibara said the support from spectators at the start hill made the occasion special despite the disappointing finish.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Saya Sakakibara BMX Racer (@sayasakakibara)



Asmus claims elite men’s title



For Australian rider Jesse Asmus, the completed results were enough to secure the elite men’s title.



Asmus became the world champion after setting the fastest time in the completed racing. He finished ahead of Great Britain’s Ross Cullen and France’s Mathis Ragot Richard. The title marked a major step in his career. Asmus had won his first Australian national title only three months earlier.



Still, the result brought mixed feelings.&nbsp;



Asmus said the win felt different because he did not race across the finish line in front of the home crowd. Even so, he recognised the title as an important achievement. He had also watched the weather forecast before Sunday’s program. As a result, Asmus treated Saturday’s laps as if they might decide the championship. He focused on recording clean and fast times while racing could continue. His leading time later proved enough to secure the rainbow jersey.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by UCI BMX Racing (@ucibmxsx) 



Jolly adds another Australian world title



Queensland rider Josh Jolly also secured a title through his strong qualifying performance.



Jolly won the under-23 men’s world title after recording the fastest completed time in his category. He posted 33.681 seconds. The result followed his move to Brisbane earlier in 2026. Jolly relocated to train in Queensland and work alongside riders including Asmus. The victory became his second BMX world title. He had previously won the junior men’s championship in the United States in 2024.



Australia also collected medals in the junior events. Cameron Gatt won silver, while Isla Basa secured bronze. The national team had faced an earlier setback when Izaac Kennedy crashed during practice on Friday. The crash ruled him out of the championships.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by UCI BMX Racing (@ucibmxsx)



Chandler event adds to Brisbane 2032 experience



The championships also drew interest as Brisbane prepares to host the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2032.



The BMX centre at Chandler showed how the venue handled a major international competition. The cancellation also highlighted the value of allowing extra time for weather delays. The World Championships did not have a spare day for the elite finals. Organisers also needed to prepare for the next stage of the program.



By comparison, the Olympic BMX program is expected to include a contingency day for weather delays and this may allow racing to continue later when unsafe conditions interrupt competition.



Read: Family Day Brings Bluey, BMX Stars, And World Championship Action To Chandler



Racing continues at Chandler



Although the elite world titles ended early, the wider championships continued at the Brisbane SX International BMX Centre.



Challenge and Masters racing was scheduled from Wednesday, 22 July, to Saturday, 25 July, as part of an event involving more than 3,000 riders. These events bring together riders from many countries across a wide range of age categories. Asmus also remained at the venue in a team management role. He planned to support younger Australian riders through their events.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by AusCycling (@auscyclingaus) 



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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Optus Stadium, Perth • Whadjuk) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 19



• West Coast Eagles 69   |   Brisbane Lions 93







QAFL



TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Kombumerri Park / Neptune Homes Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 68 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 61



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 46 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFL Seniors 128



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Aspley QAFLW Seniors 35



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Maroochydore Multi Sports Complex / Neil Upton Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Maroochydore QAFLW Seniors 13 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 17















FQPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (St Georges Park (St George Willawong FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• St George Willawong 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Caboolture Sports FC 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 0







NPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Gold Coast Knights 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 2



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Eastern Suburbs 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Magic United 4



Sun, July 19, 2026 (Goodwin Park (Olympic FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Olympic FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Roar B 1



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Gold Coast Knights 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1 North



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 91 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteors 95



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 98 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 110



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 64 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteorettes 88



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 75 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 18



• Ipswich Jets 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 52



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• Brisbane Tigers 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Western Clydesdales 14



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• WM Seagulls 14 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Cutters 16




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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Optus Stadium, Perth • Whadjuk) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 19



• West Coast Eagles 69   |   Brisbane Lions 93







QAFL



TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Kombumerri Park / Neptune Homes Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 68 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 61



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 46 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFL Seniors 128



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Aspley QAFLW Seniors 35



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Maroochydore Multi Sports Complex / Neil Upton Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Maroochydore QAFLW Seniors 13 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 17















FQPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (St Georges Park (St George Willawong FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• St George Willawong 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Caboolture Sports FC 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 0







NPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Gold Coast Knights 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 2



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Eastern Suburbs 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Magic United 4



Sun, July 19, 2026 (Goodwin Park (Olympic FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Olympic FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Roar B 1



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Gold Coast Knights 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1 North



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 91 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteors 95



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 98 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 110



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 64 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteorettes 88



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 75 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 18



• Ipswich Jets 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 52



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• Brisbane Tigers 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Western Clydesdales 14



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• WM Seagulls 14 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Cutters 16




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<title><![CDATA[The Most Powerful Part of This 125km Run Happened at the 70km Mark]]></title>
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What happens when a young man discovers that asking for help takes just as much courage as carrying on?



It's a lesson many people spend years learning.



For young participant Finn, it arrived somewhere around the 70-kilometre mark of a 125-kilometre charity run.



Finn had left Tweed Heads before dawn, determined to make it all the way to Villanova College to raise money for You Are Not Alone (YANA), an organisation that encourages people to reach out when life becomes overwhelming and reminds them that support is never far away.



By lunchtime, he had already run more than 60 kilometres despite carrying fluid in both knees. Every stop lasted a little longer than the one before.



When the run reached Pimpama, it looked as though it might end there.



A message went out asking whether anyone could help cover sections of the route.



One Runner Became Many



The response was immediate.



Classmates began arriving, ready to take on whatever part of the journey they could. Some had never planned to run that day. Others had never run those sorts of distances before.



They simply joined in.



The GPS watch changed wrists, from owner Jack to a series of runners, as one handed over to the next, keeping the challenge alive while Finn recovered. Between relay legs came bottles of water, packets of lollies from the boot of a parent's car and encouragement from passing motorists sounding their horns.



Hours later, Finn was back on his feet. Supported by mates on either side, he completed the final kilometres through Villanova's front gates.



By then, the 125 kilometres no longer belonged to one person.



Photo credit: Villanova College



A Different Kind of Strength



For most of the day, strength meant putting one foot in front of the other.



By the afternoon, it meant something different. It meant accepting that the only way to reach the finish was to let others carry part of the journey.



That lesson is reflected in a growing body of Australian research. The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare identifies supportive relationships with family, peers and the wider community as important protective factors for young people's mental health and wellbeing. It also notes that a range of barriers can make it difficult for some young people to seek support when they need it.



Villanova College Principal Paul Begg says moments like these reflect the College's Augustinian belief that education is about forming the whole person.



"One of the privileges of being a Principal is watching young men return from experiences with a different perspective on the world. They often leave thinking they are going to make a difference in someone else's life, but they come back realising the experience has changed them," he explains.



Finn's challenge wasn't a traditional service-learning project, but the response it inspired reflected the same values — humility, compassion and a willingness to stand beside someone when they need it most.



Running for a Cause



Finn's goal wasn't simply to complete an extraordinary physical challenge.



He set out to raise funds and awareness for You Are Not Alone (YANA), a youth mental health charity founded by Villanova Old Boy Tom Price. The organisation encourages people to seek support when life becomes difficult and reminds young people that they never have to face those challenges alone.



By the end of the run, more than $9,200 had been raised, with donations continuing to come in to support YANA's work. Today, that figure has grown to more than $10,000 as support continues to come in on the gofundme page.



When the Message Became Real



Somewhere around the 70-kilometre mark, the charity's message stopped being something printed on a fundraising page. It became the way the day unfolded.



Finn had set out hoping to raise money for YANA. Important as that was, the fundraising total tells only part of the story.



A few days later, Classmate and Wellbeing Captain Hayden summed up the day best during a school assembly. "The highlight wasn't the distance but the people," he said.



He spoke about boys who had never run that far deciding to run anyway, shared laughs between relay legs, and a challenge that became something everyone carried together.



Photo credit: Villanova College



Carrying the Journey Together



Years from now, few people are likely to remember exactly how many kilometres Finn ran on his own.



They will probably remember the moment he couldn't continue, the classmates who turned up without hesitation and the GPS watch that passed from runner to runner until the journey was complete.



Finn set out to show that no one has to face life's hardest moments alone.



Somewhere between Tweed Heads and Villanova, his mates showed him the same thing.



"To know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded."Bessie Anderson Stanley (1904), often misattributed to Ralph Waldo Emerson



Published 15-July-2026
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What happens when a young man discovers that asking for help takes just as much courage as carrying on?



It's a lesson many people spend years learning.



For young participant Finn, it arrived somewhere around the 70-kilometre mark of a 125-kilometre charity run.



Finn had left Tweed Heads before dawn, determined to make it all the way to Villanova College to raise money for You Are Not Alone (YANA), an organisation that encourages people to reach out when life becomes overwhelming and reminds them that support is never far away.



By lunchtime, he had already run more than 60 kilometres despite carrying fluid in both knees. Every stop lasted a little longer than the one before.



When the run reached Pimpama, it looked as though it might end there.



A message went out asking whether anyone could help cover sections of the route.



One Runner Became Many



The response was immediate.



Classmates began arriving, ready to take on whatever part of the journey they could. Some had never planned to run that day. Others had never run those sorts of distances before.



They simply joined in.



The GPS watch changed wrists, from owner Jack to a series of runners, as one handed over to the next, keeping the challenge alive while Finn recovered. Between relay legs came bottles of water, packets of lollies from the boot of a parent's car and encouragement from passing motorists sounding their horns.



Hours later, Finn was back on his feet. Supported by mates on either side, he completed the final kilometres through Villanova's front gates.



By then, the 125 kilometres no longer belonged to one person.



Photo credit: Villanova College



A Different Kind of Strength



For most of the day, strength meant putting one foot in front of the other.



By the afternoon, it meant something different. It meant accepting that the only way to reach the finish was to let others carry part of the journey.



That lesson is reflected in a growing body of Australian research. The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare identifies supportive relationships with family, peers and the wider community as important protective factors for young people's mental health and wellbeing. It also notes that a range of barriers can make it difficult for some young people to seek support when they need it.



Villanova College Principal Paul Begg says moments like these reflect the College's Augustinian belief that education is about forming the whole person.



"One of the privileges of being a Principal is watching young men return from experiences with a different perspective on the world. They often leave thinking they are going to make a difference in someone else's life, but they come back realising the experience has changed them," he explains.



Finn's challenge wasn't a traditional service-learning project, but the response it inspired reflected the same values — humility, compassion and a willingness to stand beside someone when they need it most.



Running for a Cause



Finn's goal wasn't simply to complete an extraordinary physical challenge.



He set out to raise funds and awareness for You Are Not Alone (YANA), a youth mental health charity founded by Villanova Old Boy Tom Price. The organisation encourages people to seek support when life becomes difficult and reminds young people that they never have to face those challenges alone.



By the end of the run, more than $9,200 had been raised, with donations continuing to come in to support YANA's work. Today, that figure has grown to more than $10,000 as support continues to come in on the gofundme page.



When the Message Became Real



Somewhere around the 70-kilometre mark, the charity's message stopped being something printed on a fundraising page. It became the way the day unfolded.



Finn had set out hoping to raise money for YANA. Important as that was, the fundraising total tells only part of the story.



A few days later, Classmate and Wellbeing Captain Hayden summed up the day best during a school assembly. "The highlight wasn't the distance but the people," he said.



He spoke about boys who had never run that far deciding to run anyway, shared laughs between relay legs, and a challenge that became something everyone carried together.



Photo credit: Villanova College



Carrying the Journey Together



Years from now, few people are likely to remember exactly how many kilometres Finn ran on his own.



They will probably remember the moment he couldn't continue, the classmates who turned up without hesitation and the GPS watch that passed from runner to runner until the journey was complete.



Finn set out to show that no one has to face life's hardest moments alone.



Somewhere between Tweed Heads and Villanova, his mates showed him the same thing.



"To know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded."Bessie Anderson Stanley (1904), often misattributed to Ralph Waldo Emerson



Published 15-July-2026
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<title><![CDATA[What's On At BMX Worlds: Full Week Of Racing And Fan Events In Chandler]]></title>
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The 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships will bring elite riders to the Brisbane International SX BMX Centre in Chandler for more than a week of competition and public events.







Read: Family Day Brings Bluey, BMX Stars, And World Championship Action To Chandler







The program includes opportunities to meet Australian BMX athletes, a dedicated Family Day, the Championship Finals and the UCI BMX Racing World Challenge and Masters competitions, offering a range of activities and racing throughout the week.



Friday 17 July: Meet Your Heroes



Photo credit: Facebook/2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships - Brisbane



The championships begin with Meet Your Heroes, giving fans the chance to meet some of Australia's best-known BMX riders before championship racing begins.



Olympic champion Saya Sakakibara, Olympian Lauren Reynolds and other Australian BMX riders are scheduled to appear for athlete signing sessions and a live question-and-answer session ahead of the World Championships.



The event also allows spectators to watch the world's leading BMX riders complete their final preparations before championship competition begins. Tickets start from $10.



Saturday 18 July: Family Day



Photo credit: Facebook/2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships - Brisbane



Saturday's Family Day combines world-class BMX racing with entertainment and activities for families. Visitors can meet Bluey and her little sister Bingo, with meet-and-greet opportunities and family photo sessions scheduled during the day. The first 1,000 spectators through the gates can also take part in the Family Day Scavenger Hunt.



Face painting, giant bubbles, stilt walkers, roaming entertainment, competitions, giveaways and food trucks will also feature as families explore the event village throughout the day.



Alongside the activities, spectators can watch international BMX racing and cheer on Australia's ARA Australian Cycling Team as they compete against riders from around the world.



Sunday 19 July: Championship Finals



Photo credit: Facebook/2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships - Brisbane



The Championship Finals take place on Sunday, when the 2026 UCI BMX Racing world champions will be decided.



Elite riders from around the globe will compete for the UCI rainbow jersey, awarded to winners of cycling's world championship events.



The finals will be contested on the Brisbane International SX BMX Centre's purpose-built track, where riders will tackle technical jumps, tight corners and high-speed racing.



20 To 25 July: World Challenge And Masters



Following the elite championships, the event continues from 20 to 25 July with the UCI BMX Racing World Challenge and Masters competitions. These events feature Challenge class and Masters competitors racing on the same track used for the elite championships.



The extended schedule keeps competition at Chandler throughout the week as Brisbane hosts riders and visitors for the international event.







Read: Meet Sorai, The Carina Restaurant Putting Burmese Cuisine on Brisbane’s Radar







Across the eight-day program, visitors can meet Olympic athletes, enjoy Family Day and watch elite, Challenge and Masters competition at one venue, making the championships one of Brisbane's major international sporting events for 2026.



15-July-2026
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The 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships will bring elite riders to the Brisbane International SX BMX Centre in Chandler for more than a week of competition and public events.







Read: Family Day Brings Bluey, BMX Stars, And World Championship Action To Chandler







The program includes opportunities to meet Australian BMX athletes, a dedicated Family Day, the Championship Finals and the UCI BMX Racing World Challenge and Masters competitions, offering a range of activities and racing throughout the week.



Friday 17 July: Meet Your Heroes



Photo credit: Facebook/2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships - Brisbane



The championships begin with Meet Your Heroes, giving fans the chance to meet some of Australia's best-known BMX riders before championship racing begins.



Olympic champion Saya Sakakibara, Olympian Lauren Reynolds and other Australian BMX riders are scheduled to appear for athlete signing sessions and a live question-and-answer session ahead of the World Championships.



The event also allows spectators to watch the world's leading BMX riders complete their final preparations before championship competition begins. Tickets start from $10.



Saturday 18 July: Family Day



Photo credit: Facebook/2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships - Brisbane



Saturday's Family Day combines world-class BMX racing with entertainment and activities for families. Visitors can meet Bluey and her little sister Bingo, with meet-and-greet opportunities and family photo sessions scheduled during the day. The first 1,000 spectators through the gates can also take part in the Family Day Scavenger Hunt.



Face painting, giant bubbles, stilt walkers, roaming entertainment, competitions, giveaways and food trucks will also feature as families explore the event village throughout the day.



Alongside the activities, spectators can watch international BMX racing and cheer on Australia's ARA Australian Cycling Team as they compete against riders from around the world.



Sunday 19 July: Championship Finals



Photo credit: Facebook/2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships - Brisbane



The Championship Finals take place on Sunday, when the 2026 UCI BMX Racing world champions will be decided.



Elite riders from around the globe will compete for the UCI rainbow jersey, awarded to winners of cycling's world championship events.



The finals will be contested on the Brisbane International SX BMX Centre's purpose-built track, where riders will tackle technical jumps, tight corners and high-speed racing.



20 To 25 July: World Challenge And Masters



Following the elite championships, the event continues from 20 to 25 July with the UCI BMX Racing World Challenge and Masters competitions. These events feature Challenge class and Masters competitors racing on the same track used for the elite championships.



The extended schedule keeps competition at Chandler throughout the week as Brisbane hosts riders and visitors for the international event.







Read: Meet Sorai, The Carina Restaurant Putting Burmese Cuisine on Brisbane’s Radar







Across the eight-day program, visitors can meet Olympic athletes, enjoy Family Day and watch elite, Challenge and Masters competition at one venue, making the championships one of Brisbane's major international sporting events for 2026.



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For more than four decades, Coorparoo Quilters has brought people together through a shared love of quilting while supporting hospitals, veterans and community organisations across Queensland. This weekend, the neighbouring group will celebrate that milestone by inviting Camp Hill residents to its biennial quilt show in Belmont.



Read: Family Day Brings Bluey, BMX Stars, And World Championship Action To Chandler



The exhibition, 42: A Fantastic Journey, will run on Saturday, 18 July and Sunday, 19 July at the Belmont Shooting Complex. Visitors can expect more than 100 handcrafted quilts, youth displays, handmade crafts, raffles and refreshments, with proceeds helping fund the group's ongoing charitable work. eations)



42 years of stitching together community connections



Coorparoo Quilters has spent the past 42 years building a welcoming community for people interested in patchwork and quilting. While members meet to develop their skills and share ideas, the group's work extends well beyond sewing.



Its biennial quilt show has become one of the club's biggest fundraising events. Every exhibition helps generate funds for projects that provide comfort to people facing illness, hardship and recovery across south-east Queensland.



This year's theme, 42: A Fantastic Journey, celebrates the club's anniversary while drawing inspiration from science fiction, fantasy and adventure. More than 100 quilts and wall hangings created by members will be displayed throughout the weekend, alongside entries in the Cosplay Youth Challenge for young makers. 



Photo Credit: Supplied



Creativity on display with plenty to enjoy



The exhibition offers more than quilt displays. Visitors can browse handmade craft items, enjoy refreshments and enter several raffles held across the weekend.



Major prizes include a sewing machine donated by River City Sewing Center, a retro-style quilt made by Coorparoo Quilters members, a three-day craft retreat, a sewing basket, a tea hamper and a range of handmade craft items.



Photo Credit: Supplied



Adult admission is $5, while children, including high school students, can attend free, making the event an affordable outing for families and anyone interested in local arts and crafts.



Quilt show proceeds help hospitals and local charities



The group recently donated 150 Christmas placemats to Carina Meals on Wheels. It also distributed 175 quilts to the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital Emergency Department Pastoral Care team, the Princess Alexandra Hospital Spinal Unit, Lutheran Women's and Children's Shelter, Redland Hospital, the Quilts of Valour program, the Nujum Jawa Crisis Centre at The Prince Charles Hospital and MS Australia.



These donations provide practical comfort while helping organisations care for patients, veterans and families during difficult times.



Read: Carina Women’s Shed Breaks Ground after Three Years of Planning



Event Details:




Where: Belmont Shooting Complex, 1485 Old Cleveland Road, Belmont (Entry via Old Cleveland Road).



When:

Saturday 18 July: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm (Last entry 3:00 pm)



Sunday 19 July: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm (Last entry 2:00 pm)





More info: Available on the Coorparoo Quilters website.




Photo Credit: Supplied







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For more than four decades, Coorparoo Quilters has brought people together through a shared love of quilting while supporting hospitals, veterans and community organisations across Queensland. This weekend, the neighbouring group will celebrate that milestone by inviting Camp Hill residents to its biennial quilt show in Belmont.



Read: Family Day Brings Bluey, BMX Stars, And World Championship Action To Chandler



The exhibition, 42: A Fantastic Journey, will run on Saturday, 18 July and Sunday, 19 July at the Belmont Shooting Complex. Visitors can expect more than 100 handcrafted quilts, youth displays, handmade crafts, raffles and refreshments, with proceeds helping fund the group's ongoing charitable work. eations)



42 years of stitching together community connections



Coorparoo Quilters has spent the past 42 years building a welcoming community for people interested in patchwork and quilting. While members meet to develop their skills and share ideas, the group's work extends well beyond sewing.



Its biennial quilt show has become one of the club's biggest fundraising events. Every exhibition helps generate funds for projects that provide comfort to people facing illness, hardship and recovery across south-east Queensland.



This year's theme, 42: A Fantastic Journey, celebrates the club's anniversary while drawing inspiration from science fiction, fantasy and adventure. More than 100 quilts and wall hangings created by members will be displayed throughout the weekend, alongside entries in the Cosplay Youth Challenge for young makers. 



Photo Credit: Supplied



Creativity on display with plenty to enjoy



The exhibition offers more than quilt displays. Visitors can browse handmade craft items, enjoy refreshments and enter several raffles held across the weekend.



Major prizes include a sewing machine donated by River City Sewing Center, a retro-style quilt made by Coorparoo Quilters members, a three-day craft retreat, a sewing basket, a tea hamper and a range of handmade craft items.



Photo Credit: Supplied



Adult admission is $5, while children, including high school students, can attend free, making the event an affordable outing for families and anyone interested in local arts and crafts.



Quilt show proceeds help hospitals and local charities



The group recently donated 150 Christmas placemats to Carina Meals on Wheels. It also distributed 175 quilts to the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital Emergency Department Pastoral Care team, the Princess Alexandra Hospital Spinal Unit, Lutheran Women's and Children's Shelter, Redland Hospital, the Quilts of Valour program, the Nujum Jawa Crisis Centre at The Prince Charles Hospital and MS Australia.



These donations provide practical comfort while helping organisations care for patients, veterans and families during difficult times.



Read: Carina Women’s Shed Breaks Ground after Three Years of Planning



Event Details:




Where: Belmont Shooting Complex, 1485 Old Cleveland Road, Belmont (Entry via Old Cleveland Road).



When:

Saturday 18 July: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm (Last entry 3:00 pm)



Sunday 19 July: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm (Last entry 2:00 pm)





More info: Available on the Coorparoo Quilters website.




Photo Credit: Supplied







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<title><![CDATA[Family Day Brings Bluey, BMX Stars, And World Championship Action To Chandler]]></title>
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The 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships will bring the world's best BMX riders to Chandler, but before the championship action continues on Sunday, families can enjoy a dedicated Family Day on Saturday, 18 July.







Read: Chandler Track to Host World’s Best BMX Riders in July 2026







Held at the Brisbane International SX BMX Centre, the event combines elite racing with children's entertainment, interactive activities and appearances by Bluey and Bingo.



The special Family Day program forms part of the 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships, which will bring thousands of riders from around the world to Brisbane. While the championships will showcase leading international BMX competitors, Family Day is promoted as an opportunity for families and newcomers to experience the sport together in a festival atmosphere.



A Day Packed With Family Entertainment



Photo credit:  bmxworlds2026.com







A Family Day ticket includes access to the championship racing along with a wide range of activities across the venue. Children will have the chance to meet Bluey and her little sister Bingo, with appearances, meet-and-greet opportunities and family photo sessions scheduled during the day.



The first 1,000 spectators through the gates can also take part in the Family Day Scavenger Hunt, encouraging children to explore the event village while discovering activities around the venue.



Face painting, giant bubbles, stilt walkers, roaming entertainers, giveaways, competitions and food trucks will also be part of the festivities. Organisers say the event village has been designed to give families plenty to enjoy alongside the racing program, creating an experience that extends beyond the track.



The combination of entertainment and live sport offers children an opportunity to discover BMX racing while taking part in activities designed especially for families.



World-Class Racing In Chandler



Photo credit:  bmxworlds2026.com



Away from the family entertainment, spectators will be able to watch the world's leading BMX riders compete for the UCI rainbow jersey, awarded to world champions in cycling disciplines.



The event will also feature Australia's ARA Australian Cycling Team, including Olympic and international BMX athletes, racing against the world's best on home soil.



BMX racing is known for its explosive starts, technical jumps and fast-paced action. Each race typically lasts less than a minute as riders navigate jumps, tight corners and technical features in a sprint to the finish.



Brisbane's hosting of the championships will bring elite competitors from around the globe to the purpose-built Brisbane International SX BMX Centre, placing Chandler on the international sporting stage during the event.



Introducing Families To BMX



Photo credit:  bmxworlds2026.com



Family Day is promoted as an opportunity for people who are new to BMX racing to experience the sport in person while enjoying a full day of entertainment.



Organisers say the event has been designed to combine international sporting competition with activities that encourage children to engage with the championships, whether through the scavenger hunt, entertainment or by watching riders launch from the starting gate.







Read: Carina Women’s Shed Breaks Ground after Three Years of Planning







With Queensland school holidays still underway, the event offers families the chance to spend time together while experiencing one of Brisbane's major international sporting events. From meeting Bluey and Bingo to cheering on Australian riders against the world's best, Family Day brings together elite competition and family entertainment in a single day at Chandler.



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The 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships will bring the world's best BMX riders to Chandler, but before the championship action continues on Sunday, families can enjoy a dedicated Family Day on Saturday, 18 July.







Read: Chandler Track to Host World’s Best BMX Riders in July 2026







Held at the Brisbane International SX BMX Centre, the event combines elite racing with children's entertainment, interactive activities and appearances by Bluey and Bingo.



The special Family Day program forms part of the 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships, which will bring thousands of riders from around the world to Brisbane. While the championships will showcase leading international BMX competitors, Family Day is promoted as an opportunity for families and newcomers to experience the sport together in a festival atmosphere.



A Day Packed With Family Entertainment



Photo credit:  bmxworlds2026.com







A Family Day ticket includes access to the championship racing along with a wide range of activities across the venue. Children will have the chance to meet Bluey and her little sister Bingo, with appearances, meet-and-greet opportunities and family photo sessions scheduled during the day.



The first 1,000 spectators through the gates can also take part in the Family Day Scavenger Hunt, encouraging children to explore the event village while discovering activities around the venue.



Face painting, giant bubbles, stilt walkers, roaming entertainers, giveaways, competitions and food trucks will also be part of the festivities. Organisers say the event village has been designed to give families plenty to enjoy alongside the racing program, creating an experience that extends beyond the track.



The combination of entertainment and live sport offers children an opportunity to discover BMX racing while taking part in activities designed especially for families.



World-Class Racing In Chandler



Photo credit:  bmxworlds2026.com



Away from the family entertainment, spectators will be able to watch the world's leading BMX riders compete for the UCI rainbow jersey, awarded to world champions in cycling disciplines.



The event will also feature Australia's ARA Australian Cycling Team, including Olympic and international BMX athletes, racing against the world's best on home soil.



BMX racing is known for its explosive starts, technical jumps and fast-paced action. Each race typically lasts less than a minute as riders navigate jumps, tight corners and technical features in a sprint to the finish.



Brisbane's hosting of the championships will bring elite competitors from around the globe to the purpose-built Brisbane International SX BMX Centre, placing Chandler on the international sporting stage during the event.



Introducing Families To BMX



Photo credit:  bmxworlds2026.com



Family Day is promoted as an opportunity for people who are new to BMX racing to experience the sport in person while enjoying a full day of entertainment.



Organisers say the event has been designed to combine international sporting competition with activities that encourage children to engage with the championships, whether through the scavenger hunt, entertainment or by watching riders launch from the starting gate.







Read: Carina Women’s Shed Breaks Ground after Three Years of Planning







With Queensland school holidays still underway, the event offers families the chance to spend time together while experiencing one of Brisbane's major international sporting events. From meeting Bluey and Bingo to cheering on Australian riders against the world's best, Family Day brings together elite competition and family entertainment in a single day at Chandler.



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A new cabaret-style live music event at Mansfield Tavern will feature Robyn Brown &amp; The Indigo Collective in the first Mansfield Jazz Sessions concert, using a smaller curtain-drawn format inside the venue’s arena.



Read: The Most Powerful Part of This 125km Run Happened at the 70km Mark



Mansfield Jazz Sessions Moves Into A Smaller Setting



The Jazz Sessions Vol. 1 will be staged at Mansfield Arena, the entertainment space within Mansfield Tavern at 181 Wecker Road on 30 July.



Curtains will be drawn around the arena stage to create a more intimate listening space. Patrons will be seated at tables, with dinner and drinks available while the performance takes place.



The event is restricted to people aged 18 and over. General admission tickets are listed at $34.70 through Oztix, and bookings are recommended because seating is limited.



Photo Credit: Robyn Brown Music/Facebook



Robyn Brown Brings Jazz And Blues Repertoire



Sunshine Coast vocalist Robyn Brown will perform with The Indigo Collective, featuring Ross Nixon, Peter Walters, Phil Hayter and Trent Bryson-Dean.



The program will draw from early blues and swing, Latin grooves, bebop, soul jazz and Brown’s original compositions. Jazz standards, lesser-heard selections and familiar tunes are also planned, with arrangements allowing room for improvisation between the musicians.



Brown has performed across Australia and Europe at festivals and jazz clubs. Her work is influenced by performers including Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Louis Armstrong and Lil Green.



She has also curated and produced jazz events, including The Jazz Sessions, Nambour Winter Jazz Fest and Sunshine Coast Jazz &amp; Brews Fest.







Weekly Mansfield Series To Cover Multiple Genres



The broader Mansfield Sessions program is planned as a weekly live music series featuring Australian artists from different genres. Its schedule is intended to include indie, folk, rock, punk, blues and jazz performances.



Each event will use the Mansfield Arena stage in the reduced curtain-drawn format, supported by the venue’s sound, lighting and production setup. The Jazz Sessions Vol. 1 will be the first jazz edition of the series.



The format is intended to give audiences a seated listening experience close to the performers rather than presenting the music as background entertainment.







Tavern Builds On Established Music Program



Mansfield Tavern opened in 1974, and its main entertainment area was historically known as The Rock Arena before being renamed The Arena at Mansfield Tavern.



The venue’s performance history includes Australian acts Midnight Oil, INXS, The Angels, Crowded House and Powderfinger. Violent Soho, a band with Mansfield roots, has also performed there.



Read: What’s On At BMX Worlds: Full Week Of Racing And Fan Events In Chandler



International performers listed in the venue’s history include Joan Jett, Cheap Trick and Madness.



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A new cabaret-style live music event at Mansfield Tavern will feature Robyn Brown &amp; The Indigo Collective in the first Mansfield Jazz Sessions concert, using a smaller curtain-drawn format inside the venue’s arena.



Read: The Most Powerful Part of This 125km Run Happened at the 70km Mark



Mansfield Jazz Sessions Moves Into A Smaller Setting



The Jazz Sessions Vol. 1 will be staged at Mansfield Arena, the entertainment space within Mansfield Tavern at 181 Wecker Road on 30 July.



Curtains will be drawn around the arena stage to create a more intimate listening space. Patrons will be seated at tables, with dinner and drinks available while the performance takes place.



The event is restricted to people aged 18 and over. General admission tickets are listed at $34.70 through Oztix, and bookings are recommended because seating is limited.



Photo Credit: Robyn Brown Music/Facebook



Robyn Brown Brings Jazz And Blues Repertoire



Sunshine Coast vocalist Robyn Brown will perform with The Indigo Collective, featuring Ross Nixon, Peter Walters, Phil Hayter and Trent Bryson-Dean.



The program will draw from early blues and swing, Latin grooves, bebop, soul jazz and Brown’s original compositions. Jazz standards, lesser-heard selections and familiar tunes are also planned, with arrangements allowing room for improvisation between the musicians.



Brown has performed across Australia and Europe at festivals and jazz clubs. Her work is influenced by performers including Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Louis Armstrong and Lil Green.



She has also curated and produced jazz events, including The Jazz Sessions, Nambour Winter Jazz Fest and Sunshine Coast Jazz &amp; Brews Fest.







Weekly Mansfield Series To Cover Multiple Genres



The broader Mansfield Sessions program is planned as a weekly live music series featuring Australian artists from different genres. Its schedule is intended to include indie, folk, rock, punk, blues and jazz performances.



Each event will use the Mansfield Arena stage in the reduced curtain-drawn format, supported by the venue’s sound, lighting and production setup. The Jazz Sessions Vol. 1 will be the first jazz edition of the series.



The format is intended to give audiences a seated listening experience close to the performers rather than presenting the music as background entertainment.







Tavern Builds On Established Music Program



Mansfield Tavern opened in 1974, and its main entertainment area was historically known as The Rock Arena before being renamed The Arena at Mansfield Tavern.



The venue’s performance history includes Australian acts Midnight Oil, INXS, The Angels, Crowded House and Powderfinger. Violent Soho, a band with Mansfield roots, has also performed there.



Read: What’s On At BMX Worlds: Full Week Of Racing And Fan Events In Chandler



International performers listed in the venue’s history include Joan Jett, Cheap Trick and Madness.



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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 10-12 July 2026]]></title>
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Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 18 • Brisbane Lions 149 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Essendon 59







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 14 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 123 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 46



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Noosa Oval / Rococo Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 14 • Noosa QAFL Seniors 82 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 59







Bond University QAFLW



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 12 • Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 30 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFLW Seniors 48















FQPL1



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Whites Hill Reserve (Holland Park Hawks FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 18 • Holland Park Hawks 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; North Star 0



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 18 • Redlands United 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1







NPL



Fri, July 10, 2026 (AJ Kelly Park (Peninsula Power FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Peninsula Power 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 0



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Brisbane Roar B 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Rochedale Rovers 1



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Lions FC 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 13 • South West Metro Pirates 86 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Gold Coast Rollers 126



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 13 • South West Metro Pirates 62 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Gold Coast Rollers 73











QRL



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – Men – Round 17 • Brisbane Tigers 30 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Logan Magpies 16



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Preston Building Sports Complex, Piggabeen) – QRL – Women – Round 6 • Tweed Heads Seagulls 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 22



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Tigers 32 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Logan Magpies 24




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Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 18 • Brisbane Lions 149 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Essendon 59







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 14 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 123 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 46



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Noosa Oval / Rococo Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 14 • Noosa QAFL Seniors 82 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 59







Bond University QAFLW



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 12 • Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 30 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFLW Seniors 48















FQPL1



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Whites Hill Reserve (Holland Park Hawks FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 18 • Holland Park Hawks 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; North Star 0



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 18 • Redlands United 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1







NPL



Fri, July 10, 2026 (AJ Kelly Park (Peninsula Power FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Peninsula Power 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 0



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Brisbane Roar B 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Rochedale Rovers 1



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Lions FC 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 13 • South West Metro Pirates 86 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Gold Coast Rollers 126



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 13 • South West Metro Pirates 62 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Gold Coast Rollers 73











QRL



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – Men – Round 17 • Brisbane Tigers 30 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Logan Magpies 16



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Preston Building Sports Complex, Piggabeen) – QRL – Women – Round 6 • Tweed Heads Seagulls 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 22



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Tigers 32 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Logan Magpies 24




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<title><![CDATA[Brisbane Record Fair Returns To Coorparoo Square]]></title>
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The Brisbane Record Fair is returning to Coorparoo Square, bringing records and CDs back to the shopping centre on the second Saturday of every month.



Read: Coorparoo Author Kailum Graves Takes Out 2026 Furphy Literary Award



On 8 August, the fair will run from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and bring together private sellers and dealers with a large range of stock. 



Organisers say more than 50,000 records and CDs are available across the stalls, giving visitors plenty to sort through on the day.



Photo Credit: FB/BrisbaneRecordFair



The event is aimed at music fans of all kinds, from serious collectors to people simply looking to browse. Shoppers can expect to find a wide mix of music across the fair, including older albums, 45s and newer releases. For many, the appeal is in taking the time to look through the crates and see what turns up.



A regular stop for local music buyers



Coorparoo Square is promoting the fair with a few practical extras for visitors. Free three-hour parking is available, and the centre is dog-friendly, which makes it an easy outing for locals planning to spend a bit of time there.



The fair has become a regular fixture at the centre and continues to draw people who enjoy collecting music on physical formats. It also gives visitors another reason to spend time in the Coorparoo precinct on a Saturday morning, with the event running through to mid-afternoon.



Photo Credit: FB/BrisbaneRecordFair



For sellers, the fair offers a place to move stock and connect with buyers who are still keen to find records in person rather than online. For visitors, it is a chance to browse at their own pace and pick through a large selection in one place.



Read: Hardworking Rodent Detection Dog Nellie Assists Coorparoo Residents



With its mix of vinyl, CDs and casual weekend browsing, the Brisbane Record Fair remains a simple but steady attraction for the area. On August 8, Coorparoo locals and visiting collectors alike will once again have the chance to stop in, have a look around and see what they can find.



Published 31-July-2026
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The Brisbane Record Fair is returning to Coorparoo Square, bringing records and CDs back to the shopping centre on the second Saturday of every month.



Read: Coorparoo Author Kailum Graves Takes Out 2026 Furphy Literary Award



On 8 August, the fair will run from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and bring together private sellers and dealers with a large range of stock. 



Organisers say more than 50,000 records and CDs are available across the stalls, giving visitors plenty to sort through on the day.



Photo Credit: FB/BrisbaneRecordFair



The event is aimed at music fans of all kinds, from serious collectors to people simply looking to browse. Shoppers can expect to find a wide mix of music across the fair, including older albums, 45s and newer releases. For many, the appeal is in taking the time to look through the crates and see what turns up.



A regular stop for local music buyers



Coorparoo Square is promoting the fair with a few practical extras for visitors. Free three-hour parking is available, and the centre is dog-friendly, which makes it an easy outing for locals planning to spend a bit of time there.



The fair has become a regular fixture at the centre and continues to draw people who enjoy collecting music on physical formats. It also gives visitors another reason to spend time in the Coorparoo precinct on a Saturday morning, with the event running through to mid-afternoon.



Photo Credit: FB/BrisbaneRecordFair



For sellers, the fair offers a place to move stock and connect with buyers who are still keen to find records in person rather than online. For visitors, it is a chance to browse at their own pace and pick through a large selection in one place.



Read: Hardworking Rodent Detection Dog Nellie Assists Coorparoo Residents



With its mix of vinyl, CDs and casual weekend browsing, the Brisbane Record Fair remains a simple but steady attraction for the area. On August 8, Coorparoo locals and visiting collectors alike will once again have the chance to stop in, have a look around and see what they can find.



Published 31-July-2026
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<title><![CDATA[Coorparoo Author Kailum Graves Takes Out 2026 Furphy Literary Award]]></title>
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Coorparoo writer Kailum Graves has won the 2026 Furphy Literary Award, taking home the competition's top $15,000 prize for his short story, The Magpies Have Unionised. The winning work offers a distinctly Australian take on one of the country's most familiar wildlife encounters by reimagining magpies as campaigners seeking recognition for protecting their young rather than being labelled as aggressive.







Read: Koala Escape Hatches Installed on Boundary Road to Protect Wildlife Near Eric Sivell Park







Graves received the award during a ceremony at Shepparton Art Museum in Victoria, where his previously unpublished 4,669-word story won the open category of the 2026 Furphy Literary Award.



The annual Furphy Literary Award invites entries of previously unpublished short stories of up to 5,000 words in its open category. The recognition also marks a milestone for the Coorparoo-based writer, whose literary practice has developed alongside a creative career spanning more than 15 years as a visual artist.



A Story That Sees Magpies Differently



Photo credit: Instagram/Kailum Graves



Set against the backdrop of Australia's annual magpie swooping season, The Magpies Have Unionised turns the familiar narrative on its head by imagining the birds defending their reputation.



Rather than accepting the label of being hostile, the fictional magpies argue that their behaviour is driven by parental instinct as they protect their nests. The story follows a local council employee who becomes a mediator between people and birds while balancing family life, including helping her young daughter overcome a fear of magpies.



Through humour and satire, Graves explores how people interpret everyday encounters with wildlife while also drawing on his observations of bureaucracy.



Graves said magpies were a familiar part of everyday life in Coorparoo. He has said people often focus on swooping season without recognising that the birds are protecting their young. His experience in Germany also influenced the story. Graves has said he missed the sounds of Australian birdlife while overseas, and his encounters with German bureaucracy helped shape the satirical elements of the story.



Award judge John Harms described the winning entry as imaginative and emotionally engaging, praising its ability to present magpies from an unexpected perspective.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Kailum Graves (@kailum_graves)




Graves majored in art history and philosophy at the University of Queensland before establishing himself as a visual artist. According to his professional biography, his writing practice has evolved alongside more than 15 years working in the visual arts, with that artistic background continuing to influence his storytelling.



The 2026 Furphy Literary Award is his latest literary achievement, with The Magpies Have Unionised named the winner of this year's open short story competition.







Read: Koala Mars Released Back to Coorparoo Habitat After Second Hospital Stay







About the Furphy Literary Award



The Furphy Literary Award is an Australian short story competition that invites entries of previously unpublished stories of up to 5,000 words.



The open category offers a first prize of $15,000, with second and third prizes of $3,000 and $2,000 respectively. The competition is judged by established literary figures and offers substantial cash prizes across its categories.



For Graves, the inspiration came from everyday experiences in Coorparoo, particularly its resident magpies. A familiar presence across Brisbane suburbs, the birds became the centrepiece of his award-winning short story, which combines local observation with humour and satire.



Published 30-July-2026




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Coorparoo writer Kailum Graves has won the 2026 Furphy Literary Award, taking home the competition's top $15,000 prize for his short story, The Magpies Have Unionised. The winning work offers a distinctly Australian take on one of the country's most familiar wildlife encounters by reimagining magpies as campaigners seeking recognition for protecting their young rather than being labelled as aggressive.







Read: Koala Escape Hatches Installed on Boundary Road to Protect Wildlife Near Eric Sivell Park







Graves received the award during a ceremony at Shepparton Art Museum in Victoria, where his previously unpublished 4,669-word story won the open category of the 2026 Furphy Literary Award.



The annual Furphy Literary Award invites entries of previously unpublished short stories of up to 5,000 words in its open category. The recognition also marks a milestone for the Coorparoo-based writer, whose literary practice has developed alongside a creative career spanning more than 15 years as a visual artist.



A Story That Sees Magpies Differently



Photo credit: Instagram/Kailum Graves



Set against the backdrop of Australia's annual magpie swooping season, The Magpies Have Unionised turns the familiar narrative on its head by imagining the birds defending their reputation.



Rather than accepting the label of being hostile, the fictional magpies argue that their behaviour is driven by parental instinct as they protect their nests. The story follows a local council employee who becomes a mediator between people and birds while balancing family life, including helping her young daughter overcome a fear of magpies.



Through humour and satire, Graves explores how people interpret everyday encounters with wildlife while also drawing on his observations of bureaucracy.



Graves said magpies were a familiar part of everyday life in Coorparoo. He has said people often focus on swooping season without recognising that the birds are protecting their young. His experience in Germany also influenced the story. Graves has said he missed the sounds of Australian birdlife while overseas, and his encounters with German bureaucracy helped shape the satirical elements of the story.



Award judge John Harms described the winning entry as imaginative and emotionally engaging, praising its ability to present magpies from an unexpected perspective.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Kailum Graves (@kailum_graves)




Graves majored in art history and philosophy at the University of Queensland before establishing himself as a visual artist. According to his professional biography, his writing practice has evolved alongside more than 15 years working in the visual arts, with that artistic background continuing to influence his storytelling.



The 2026 Furphy Literary Award is his latest literary achievement, with The Magpies Have Unionised named the winner of this year's open short story competition.







Read: Koala Mars Released Back to Coorparoo Habitat After Second Hospital Stay







About the Furphy Literary Award



The Furphy Literary Award is an Australian short story competition that invites entries of previously unpublished stories of up to 5,000 words.



The open category offers a first prize of $15,000, with second and third prizes of $3,000 and $2,000 respectively. The competition is judged by established literary figures and offers substantial cash prizes across its categories.



For Graves, the inspiration came from everyday experiences in Coorparoo, particularly its resident magpies. A familiar presence across Brisbane suburbs, the birds became the centrepiece of his award-winning short story, which combines local observation with humour and satire.



Published 30-July-2026




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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 24-26 July 2026]]></title>
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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 20



• Brisbane Lions 126 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Port Adelaide 675







QAFL



QAFL - TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Morningside QAFL Seniors 155 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Labrador QAFL Seniors 88



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 109 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 55







QAFLW



QAFLW - Bond University



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 15 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Bond University QAFLW Seniors 12



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 38 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFLW Seniors 10















NPL



NPL Women



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Lions FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Eastern Suburbs 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0















NBL



NBL1 North



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Carmichael Ford Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Grand Finals



• Townsville Flames 85 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Hinricks Oval, Blackwater) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Central Queensland Capras 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 20



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Father Ranger Oval, Warwick) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Tweed Heads Seagulls 8 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 58








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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 20



• Brisbane Lions 126 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Port Adelaide 675







QAFL



QAFL - TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Morningside QAFL Seniors 155 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Labrador QAFL Seniors 88



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 109 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 55







QAFLW



QAFLW - Bond University



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 15 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Bond University QAFLW Seniors 12



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 38 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFLW Seniors 10















NPL



NPL Women



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Lions FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Eastern Suburbs 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0















NBL



NBL1 North



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Carmichael Ford Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Grand Finals



• Townsville Flames 85 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Hinricks Oval, Blackwater) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Central Queensland Capras 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 20



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Father Ranger Oval, Warwick) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Tweed Heads Seagulls 8 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 58








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Brisbane had to earn this one.



For three quarters, Port Adelaide Power hung around, matched the Lions at the contest and kept the home crowd from relaxing. Every time Brisbane looked ready to break clear, the visitors found a way to respond.



Then the premiers reminded everyone why they remain one of the AFL's benchmark sides.



The Lions slammed on seven goals in the final quarter to run away with a 19.12 (126) to 9.13 (67) victory at the Gabba on Sunday, stretching their winning streak to seven matches and keeping the pressure on the teams above them in the race for a top-two finish.



The final margin of 59 points barely reflected how stubborn the contest had been for most of the afternoon.



Lions Find Another Gear



Chris Fagan's side led by seven points at quarter-time and only nine at half-time after Port Adelaide Power repeatedly denied Brisbane the chance to build momentum.



The visitors were still within 29 points late in the third quarter before the match finally swung.



Once Brisbane lifted its ball movement and quickened the tempo, Port Adelaide Power had no answer. The Lions kicked 10 of the final 12 goals, turning what had been an arm wrestle into another statement victory.



The numbers showed where Brisbane eventually took control. The Lions finished with 413 disposals to 322, used the ball at 76 per cent efficiency compared with Port Adelaide Power's 69 per cent and dominated the marking count 133-74.



Although contested possessions (121-123) and clearances (37-35) were almost even, Brisbane made far better use of its opportunities once it won the football.



Ashcroft And Bailey Lead The Charge



Will Ashcroft again set the standard. The young midfielder gathered 30 disposals, kicked two goals, finished with five clearances and was involved in 12 score involvements as Brisbane's midfield gradually took control.



Zac Bailey was equally influential, collecting 30 disposals and three goals, while Kai Lohmann, Charlie Cameron and Logan Morris each finished with three majors as the Lions spread the scoring across the forward line.



It wasn't one player dragging Brisbane over the line. It was wave after wave of pressure, clean ball movement and clinical finishing that eventually overwhelmed a tiring opponent.



Power Refuse To Go Quietly



Port Adelaide Power deserved more respect than the scoreboard suggested.



Jason Horne-Francis was outstanding in his return, finishing with 30 disposals, seven clearances and a goal while carrying much of the midfield load.



Mitch Georgiades worked tirelessly inside forward 50, finishing with 2.4, while Todd Marshall and Dante Visentini each kicked two goals.



The Power won the hit-outs 44-25 and narrowly shaded Brisbane in contested possessions, but they couldn't capitalise. The Lions continually found uncontested marks, controlled territory and wore the visitors down as the afternoon unfolded.



Gallop May Face MRO Scrutiny



The only concern for Brisbane came shortly before half-time.



Young Lion Ty Gallop conceded a free kick after appearing to lift Mitch Georgiades by the guernsey and shove him back towards the turf after completing a tackle.



The incident drew criticism during Fox Footy's broadcast, with commentators suggesting it was likely to attract attention from the AFL Match Review Officer.



At the time of publication, no official outcome had been announced.







Match Details



Round 20 – AFL Premiership



Brisbane Lions 19.12 (126) defeated Port Adelaide Power 9.13 (67)



Venue: The Gabba, BrisbaneDate: Sunday, July 26, 2026



Brisbane Lions goals: Zac Bailey 3, Kai Lohmann 3, Charlie Cameron 3, Logan Morris 3, Will Ashcroft 2, Sam Draper 2, Callum Ah Chee, Hugh McCluggage, Cam Rayner.



Port Adelaide Power goals: Mitch Georgiades 2, Todd Marshall 2, Dante Visentini 2, Jason Horne-Francis, Willie Rioli, Joe Berry.



Best – Brisbane Lions: Will Ashcroft, Zac Bailey, Kai Lohmann, Charlie Cameron.



Best – Port Adelaide Power: Jason Horne-Francis, Mitch Georgiades, Willem Drew.
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Brisbane had to earn this one.



For three quarters, Port Adelaide Power hung around, matched the Lions at the contest and kept the home crowd from relaxing. Every time Brisbane looked ready to break clear, the visitors found a way to respond.



Then the premiers reminded everyone why they remain one of the AFL's benchmark sides.



The Lions slammed on seven goals in the final quarter to run away with a 19.12 (126) to 9.13 (67) victory at the Gabba on Sunday, stretching their winning streak to seven matches and keeping the pressure on the teams above them in the race for a top-two finish.



The final margin of 59 points barely reflected how stubborn the contest had been for most of the afternoon.



Lions Find Another Gear



Chris Fagan's side led by seven points at quarter-time and only nine at half-time after Port Adelaide Power repeatedly denied Brisbane the chance to build momentum.



The visitors were still within 29 points late in the third quarter before the match finally swung.



Once Brisbane lifted its ball movement and quickened the tempo, Port Adelaide Power had no answer. The Lions kicked 10 of the final 12 goals, turning what had been an arm wrestle into another statement victory.



The numbers showed where Brisbane eventually took control. The Lions finished with 413 disposals to 322, used the ball at 76 per cent efficiency compared with Port Adelaide Power's 69 per cent and dominated the marking count 133-74.



Although contested possessions (121-123) and clearances (37-35) were almost even, Brisbane made far better use of its opportunities once it won the football.



Ashcroft And Bailey Lead The Charge



Will Ashcroft again set the standard. The young midfielder gathered 30 disposals, kicked two goals, finished with five clearances and was involved in 12 score involvements as Brisbane's midfield gradually took control.



Zac Bailey was equally influential, collecting 30 disposals and three goals, while Kai Lohmann, Charlie Cameron and Logan Morris each finished with three majors as the Lions spread the scoring across the forward line.



It wasn't one player dragging Brisbane over the line. It was wave after wave of pressure, clean ball movement and clinical finishing that eventually overwhelmed a tiring opponent.



Power Refuse To Go Quietly



Port Adelaide Power deserved more respect than the scoreboard suggested.



Jason Horne-Francis was outstanding in his return, finishing with 30 disposals, seven clearances and a goal while carrying much of the midfield load.



Mitch Georgiades worked tirelessly inside forward 50, finishing with 2.4, while Todd Marshall and Dante Visentini each kicked two goals.



The Power won the hit-outs 44-25 and narrowly shaded Brisbane in contested possessions, but they couldn't capitalise. The Lions continually found uncontested marks, controlled territory and wore the visitors down as the afternoon unfolded.



Gallop May Face MRO Scrutiny



The only concern for Brisbane came shortly before half-time.



Young Lion Ty Gallop conceded a free kick after appearing to lift Mitch Georgiades by the guernsey and shove him back towards the turf after completing a tackle.



The incident drew criticism during Fox Footy's broadcast, with commentators suggesting it was likely to attract attention from the AFL Match Review Officer.



At the time of publication, no official outcome had been announced.







Match Details



Round 20 – AFL Premiership



Brisbane Lions 19.12 (126) defeated Port Adelaide Power 9.13 (67)



Venue: The Gabba, BrisbaneDate: Sunday, July 26, 2026



Brisbane Lions goals: Zac Bailey 3, Kai Lohmann 3, Charlie Cameron 3, Logan Morris 3, Will Ashcroft 2, Sam Draper 2, Callum Ah Chee, Hugh McCluggage, Cam Rayner.



Port Adelaide Power goals: Mitch Georgiades 2, Todd Marshall 2, Dante Visentini 2, Jason Horne-Francis, Willie Rioli, Joe Berry.



Best – Brisbane Lions: Will Ashcroft, Zac Bailey, Kai Lohmann, Charlie Cameron.



Best – Port Adelaide Power: Jason Horne-Francis, Mitch Georgiades, Willem Drew.
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<title><![CDATA[Hardworking Rodent Detection Dog Nellie Assists Coorparoo Residents]]></title>
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Continuing a public health strategy first formed to fight the Bubonic Plague over 125 years ago, rodent detection dog Nellie has recently provided property inspection services to locals in Coorparoo.



Read: Coorparoo Quilters Celebrate 42 Years of Creativity and Community Service



Photo Credit: CrFionaCunningham/ Facebook



Nosing through yards alongside her handler, Bob, the hardworking canine officer pinpoints hidden nests so council staff can give property owners tailored advice. Any resident suspecting an unseen infestation can invite the pair over for an inspection. Is there a faint scratching noise inside your walls? A quick phone call brings the pair directly to your doorstep.



Tracking pests across the city is hardly a new experiment. Local officials first deployed specialised dog squads more than 125 years ago during the sudden onset of the Bubonic Plague. Back then, terrier teams roamed early Brisbane, capturing up to 50,000 rats annually to stop the deadly outbreak in its tracks.



Photo Credit: CrGregAdermann/ Facebook



Today's canine crews focus on clever detection rather than aggressive hunting. Modern squads clock around 40 calls every week, dropping by homes, school grounds, and overgrown vacant lots.



These four-legged workers cover ground across the entire municipality. Recent deployments stretch from the Runcorn Ward to historic hunting grounds in Milton, Rosalie, and Paddington.



Read: 50 Years: Coorparoo, Woolloongabba and the Motorway Corridor That Connects Brisbane



Strict safety protocols protect the animals on the job. Handlers keep the dogs away from risky spots like cramped roof cavities or areas known for snakes. Once their working days end, these faithful hounds move into well-earned retirement, living out their years as personal pets with their human partners.



Concerned homeowners can book a property assessment by calling the council's 24-hour hotline.



Published Date 22-July-2026
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Continuing a public health strategy first formed to fight the Bubonic Plague over 125 years ago, rodent detection dog Nellie has recently provided property inspection services to locals in Coorparoo.



Read: Coorparoo Quilters Celebrate 42 Years of Creativity and Community Service



Photo Credit: CrFionaCunningham/ Facebook



Nosing through yards alongside her handler, Bob, the hardworking canine officer pinpoints hidden nests so council staff can give property owners tailored advice. Any resident suspecting an unseen infestation can invite the pair over for an inspection. Is there a faint scratching noise inside your walls? A quick phone call brings the pair directly to your doorstep.



Tracking pests across the city is hardly a new experiment. Local officials first deployed specialised dog squads more than 125 years ago during the sudden onset of the Bubonic Plague. Back then, terrier teams roamed early Brisbane, capturing up to 50,000 rats annually to stop the deadly outbreak in its tracks.



Photo Credit: CrGregAdermann/ Facebook



Today's canine crews focus on clever detection rather than aggressive hunting. Modern squads clock around 40 calls every week, dropping by homes, school grounds, and overgrown vacant lots.



These four-legged workers cover ground across the entire municipality. Recent deployments stretch from the Runcorn Ward to historic hunting grounds in Milton, Rosalie, and Paddington.



Read: 50 Years: Coorparoo, Woolloongabba and the Motorway Corridor That Connects Brisbane



Strict safety protocols protect the animals on the job. Handlers keep the dogs away from risky spots like cramped roof cavities or areas known for snakes. Once their working days end, these faithful hounds move into well-earned retirement, living out their years as personal pets with their human partners.



Concerned homeowners can book a property assessment by calling the council's 24-hour hotline.



Published Date 22-July-2026
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<title><![CDATA[Our Lady of Mount Carmel Families Share Spirit of Giving With Fiji]]></title>
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Six families from Our Lady of Mount Carmel School in Coorparoo have helped a Catholic primary school in Fiji by delivering hundreds of educational resources during a recent holiday, strengthening connections between the two school communities.







Read: Coorparoo Shock: From 48 Boys to 1 in Year 5 at Local Catholic School







Their destination was Mount Saint Mary's School in Nadi, where the group presented donations collected through a community drive organised by an Our Lady of Mount Carmel parent and supported by families across the school. The donations were presented during the families' visit to the school.



The contribution included 500 First Holy Communion gifts, five laptop computers, stationery for teachers and students, along with handballs, soccer balls and footballs to support the school's learning environment. The donations provided practical resources while also reinforcing the connection between the two Catholic school communities.



A Shared Spirit of Service







During their visit, the Australian families attended a school assembly where they met students, teachers and staff from Mount Saint Mary's School.



The gathering provided an opportunity for the two school communities to connect while celebrating their shared Catholic faith. The initiative also helped strengthen relationships across the Pacific through a shared commitment to Catholic education.



Mount Saint Mary's School has a long history of Catholic education in Fiji. Its foundations have been shaped by religious teaching orders, including the Marist Sisters, whose work has supported education in the country for more than 130 years.



Head of School Berenadeta Leba thanked the visiting families and the wider Our Lady of Mount Carmel community for their generosity. She said she hoped the spirit of generosity and partnership would continue to inspire both communities as they worked together for the benefit of their children.



A Community Effort



Mount Saint Mary's School in Fiji (Photo credit: Google Maps/Maria Naduva)



The visit also resonated with the children who took part. Among them was seven-year-old Mariella Kokoris, who helped deliver the donations. She said seeing how happy the children were showed her the impact generosity can have, reflecting that the experience demonstrated the difference their efforts had made.



The initiative began with one parent before growing into a wider effort supported by families across the school community. Together, they gathered educational resources that will support students and teachers at Mount Saint Mary's School.



Alongside the practical support provided through the donations, the visit gave students, parents and staff from both schools an opportunity to meet and share experiences. The initiative reflected the Catholic education values of faith, service and supporting others while strengthening links between the two school communities.







Read: Historic Church Finds New Life as Luxury Home in Coorparoo







For the Our Lady of Mount Carmel families, the visit highlighted how a local community initiative in Coorparoo could reach beyond Australia, creating meaningful connections with another Catholic school and supporting students with resources for their learning.



Published 20-July-2026




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Six families from Our Lady of Mount Carmel School in Coorparoo have helped a Catholic primary school in Fiji by delivering hundreds of educational resources during a recent holiday, strengthening connections between the two school communities.







Read: Coorparoo Shock: From 48 Boys to 1 in Year 5 at Local Catholic School







Their destination was Mount Saint Mary's School in Nadi, where the group presented donations collected through a community drive organised by an Our Lady of Mount Carmel parent and supported by families across the school. The donations were presented during the families' visit to the school.



The contribution included 500 First Holy Communion gifts, five laptop computers, stationery for teachers and students, along with handballs, soccer balls and footballs to support the school's learning environment. The donations provided practical resources while also reinforcing the connection between the two Catholic school communities.



A Shared Spirit of Service







During their visit, the Australian families attended a school assembly where they met students, teachers and staff from Mount Saint Mary's School.



The gathering provided an opportunity for the two school communities to connect while celebrating their shared Catholic faith. The initiative also helped strengthen relationships across the Pacific through a shared commitment to Catholic education.



Mount Saint Mary's School has a long history of Catholic education in Fiji. Its foundations have been shaped by religious teaching orders, including the Marist Sisters, whose work has supported education in the country for more than 130 years.



Head of School Berenadeta Leba thanked the visiting families and the wider Our Lady of Mount Carmel community for their generosity. She said she hoped the spirit of generosity and partnership would continue to inspire both communities as they worked together for the benefit of their children.



A Community Effort



Mount Saint Mary's School in Fiji (Photo credit: Google Maps/Maria Naduva)



The visit also resonated with the children who took part. Among them was seven-year-old Mariella Kokoris, who helped deliver the donations. She said seeing how happy the children were showed her the impact generosity can have, reflecting that the experience demonstrated the difference their efforts had made.



The initiative began with one parent before growing into a wider effort supported by families across the school community. Together, they gathered educational resources that will support students and teachers at Mount Saint Mary's School.



Alongside the practical support provided through the donations, the visit gave students, parents and staff from both schools an opportunity to meet and share experiences. The initiative reflected the Catholic education values of faith, service and supporting others while strengthening links between the two school communities.







Read: Historic Church Finds New Life as Luxury Home in Coorparoo







For the Our Lady of Mount Carmel families, the visit highlighted how a local community initiative in Coorparoo could reach beyond Australia, creating meaningful connections with another Catholic school and supporting students with resources for their learning.



Published 20-July-2026




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<title><![CDATA[New World Order: How The 2026 World Cup Shifted Football's Balance]]></title>
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Spain lifted the trophy, but the biggest story of the 2026 FIFA World Cup reached far beyond the final whistle.



Across a month of football in North America, the established powers still found their way into the closing rounds, yet the margin separating them from the rest of the world looked smaller than ever. Brazil fell to Norway. Germany's campaign ended in a penalty shootout against Paraguay. Morocco backed up its breakthrough in Qatar by reaching another semi-final after eliminating the Netherlands, while Cabo Verde stretched Argentina into extra time before finally being beaten.



None of those nations  lifted the trophy. All of them left the tournament with greater credibility than when they arrived. All of them changed the conversation.



By the time Spain edged Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the final, this World Cup had become about far more than one country's triumph. Reputation no longer guaranteed progress, and football's traditional hierarchy felt less certain than it had four years earlier. It was a tournament that echoed Arrigo Sacchi's enduring observation:




"Football belongs to whoever plays it best."— Arrigo Sacchi




Nobody Had An Easy Run



Look back through the knockout bracket and one thing stands out immediately: every favourite was forced to earn its place.



Argentina needed extra time to eliminate Cabo Verde in the Round of 16 before edging Switzerland in the quarter-finals and then England in the semi-finals. 



Spain's route to the title took them through Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and finally Argentina in the final, while England found themselves recovering from deficits against Mexico in the Round of 16 and Norway in the quarter-finals before securing third place against France in the bronze medal match.



Even Brazil, so often expected to contend deep into a World Cup, never reached the quarter-finals after Norway's Round of 16 upset of Brazil produced one of the tournament's defining results.



The names in the final four were familiar. The journey to get there was anything but.



The Gap Has Closed



For years, football has talked about the rise of nations outside the traditional elite. In 2026, that conversation finally felt settled.



Morocco proved their run to the semi-finals in Qatar was not a once-off. Paraguay's penalty shootout win over Germany sent another heavyweight home early. Norway's victory over Brazil confirmed they were no longer outsiders. Egypt's Round of 16 victory over Australia and Switzerland's penalty shootout win over Colombia reinforced how little now separates many of the world's best teams.



None of those results would have been dismissed as impossible. A decade ago, several would have been.



That may be the clearest sign yet of how much international football has changed.



Different Heroes Stepped Forward



One of the defining themes of the tournament wasn't the farewell of an ageing superstar. It was the arrival of players now ready to become the faces of the next World Cup cycle.



Jude Bellingham (England) drove England through the knockout rounds, scoring twice against Norway before adding another in the bronze medal match. Bukayo Saka (England) finished the tournament with a hat-trick against France. Spain never relied on one match-winner either. Ferran Torres (Spain) settled the final in extra time after Pedro Porro (Spain), Mikel Oyarzabal (Spain) and Mikel Merino (Spain) had all delivered decisive moments earlier in the tournament.



Argentina still leaned on Lionel Messi (Argentina), but Lautaro Martínez (Argentina) and Enzo Fernández (Argentina) increasingly shaped the biggest moments. Norway's charge owed much to Erling Haaland (Norway), whose performance against Brazil became one of the images of the tournament.



The stars were recognisable. The balance between generations had unmistakably shifted.



Winning Became A Squad Exercise



The deeper the tournament went, the less it resembled a contest decided by starting XIs alone.



Extra-time football became a recurring feature of the knockout rounds. Spain's victory over Argentina in the final, England's comeback against Norway in the quarter-finals and Norway's upset of Brazil in the Round of 16 all demanded more than 90 minutes of planning from the coaches involved.



Tactical flexibility, fresh legs and the ability to change a match from the bench became just as valuable as individual brilliance.



Depth was no longer a luxury. It became a requirement.



Spain Set The Standard



Spain deserved to be champions not because they dominated every opponent, but because they consistently found answers.



Their path to the trophy took them past Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and Argentina in the final. Each opponent posed a different challenge, yet Spain adapted every time. Their success was built on structure, patience and contributions from throughout the squad rather than dependence on one headline name.



In a tournament defined by narrow margins, that proved to be the difference.



A Different World Cup



Every World Cup leaves behind a champion.



Some leave behind something bigger.



The lasting memory of 2026 may not be Spain lifting the trophy. It may be the moment football finally accepted that the old hierarchy no longer offers guarantees. Traditional powers remain exactly that — powerful. But every four years, more nations arrive believing they belong, and increasingly they have the performances to justify that belief.



Spain won the World Cup.



The rest of the world ensured the race for the next one is more open than it has been in decades.



Published 20-July-2026




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Spain lifted the trophy, but the biggest story of the 2026 FIFA World Cup reached far beyond the final whistle.



Across a month of football in North America, the established powers still found their way into the closing rounds, yet the margin separating them from the rest of the world looked smaller than ever. Brazil fell to Norway. Germany's campaign ended in a penalty shootout against Paraguay. Morocco backed up its breakthrough in Qatar by reaching another semi-final after eliminating the Netherlands, while Cabo Verde stretched Argentina into extra time before finally being beaten.



None of those nations  lifted the trophy. All of them left the tournament with greater credibility than when they arrived. All of them changed the conversation.



By the time Spain edged Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the final, this World Cup had become about far more than one country's triumph. Reputation no longer guaranteed progress, and football's traditional hierarchy felt less certain than it had four years earlier. It was a tournament that echoed Arrigo Sacchi's enduring observation:




"Football belongs to whoever plays it best."— Arrigo Sacchi




Nobody Had An Easy Run



Look back through the knockout bracket and one thing stands out immediately: every favourite was forced to earn its place.



Argentina needed extra time to eliminate Cabo Verde in the Round of 16 before edging Switzerland in the quarter-finals and then England in the semi-finals. 



Spain's route to the title took them through Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and finally Argentina in the final, while England found themselves recovering from deficits against Mexico in the Round of 16 and Norway in the quarter-finals before securing third place against France in the bronze medal match.



Even Brazil, so often expected to contend deep into a World Cup, never reached the quarter-finals after Norway's Round of 16 upset of Brazil produced one of the tournament's defining results.



The names in the final four were familiar. The journey to get there was anything but.



The Gap Has Closed



For years, football has talked about the rise of nations outside the traditional elite. In 2026, that conversation finally felt settled.



Morocco proved their run to the semi-finals in Qatar was not a once-off. Paraguay's penalty shootout win over Germany sent another heavyweight home early. Norway's victory over Brazil confirmed they were no longer outsiders. Egypt's Round of 16 victory over Australia and Switzerland's penalty shootout win over Colombia reinforced how little now separates many of the world's best teams.



None of those results would have been dismissed as impossible. A decade ago, several would have been.



That may be the clearest sign yet of how much international football has changed.



Different Heroes Stepped Forward



One of the defining themes of the tournament wasn't the farewell of an ageing superstar. It was the arrival of players now ready to become the faces of the next World Cup cycle.



Jude Bellingham (England) drove England through the knockout rounds, scoring twice against Norway before adding another in the bronze medal match. Bukayo Saka (England) finished the tournament with a hat-trick against France. Spain never relied on one match-winner either. Ferran Torres (Spain) settled the final in extra time after Pedro Porro (Spain), Mikel Oyarzabal (Spain) and Mikel Merino (Spain) had all delivered decisive moments earlier in the tournament.



Argentina still leaned on Lionel Messi (Argentina), but Lautaro Martínez (Argentina) and Enzo Fernández (Argentina) increasingly shaped the biggest moments. Norway's charge owed much to Erling Haaland (Norway), whose performance against Brazil became one of the images of the tournament.



The stars were recognisable. The balance between generations had unmistakably shifted.



Winning Became A Squad Exercise



The deeper the tournament went, the less it resembled a contest decided by starting XIs alone.



Extra-time football became a recurring feature of the knockout rounds. Spain's victory over Argentina in the final, England's comeback against Norway in the quarter-finals and Norway's upset of Brazil in the Round of 16 all demanded more than 90 minutes of planning from the coaches involved.



Tactical flexibility, fresh legs and the ability to change a match from the bench became just as valuable as individual brilliance.



Depth was no longer a luxury. It became a requirement.



Spain Set The Standard



Spain deserved to be champions not because they dominated every opponent, but because they consistently found answers.



Their path to the trophy took them past Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and Argentina in the final. Each opponent posed a different challenge, yet Spain adapted every time. Their success was built on structure, patience and contributions from throughout the squad rather than dependence on one headline name.



In a tournament defined by narrow margins, that proved to be the difference.



A Different World Cup



Every World Cup leaves behind a champion.



Some leave behind something bigger.



The lasting memory of 2026 may not be Spain lifting the trophy. It may be the moment football finally accepted that the old hierarchy no longer offers guarantees. Traditional powers remain exactly that — powerful. But every four years, more nations arrive believing they belong, and increasingly they have the performances to justify that belief.



Spain won the World Cup.



The rest of the world ensured the race for the next one is more open than it has been in decades.



Published 20-July-2026




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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 17-19 July 2026]]></title>
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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Optus Stadium, Perth • Whadjuk) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 19



• West Coast Eagles 69   |   Brisbane Lions 93







QAFL



TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Kombumerri Park / Neptune Homes Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 68 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 61



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 46 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFL Seniors 128



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Aspley QAFLW Seniors 35



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Maroochydore Multi Sports Complex / Neil Upton Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Maroochydore QAFLW Seniors 13 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 17















FQPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (St Georges Park (St George Willawong FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• St George Willawong 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Caboolture Sports FC 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 0







NPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Gold Coast Knights 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 2



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Eastern Suburbs 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Magic United 4



Sun, July 19, 2026 (Goodwin Park (Olympic FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Olympic FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Roar B 1



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Gold Coast Knights 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1 North



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 91 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteors 95



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 98 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 110



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 64 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteorettes 88



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 75 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 18



• Ipswich Jets 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 52



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• Brisbane Tigers 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Western Clydesdales 14



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• WM Seagulls 14 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Cutters 16




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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Optus Stadium, Perth • Whadjuk) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 19



• West Coast Eagles 69   |   Brisbane Lions 93







QAFL



TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Kombumerri Park / Neptune Homes Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 68 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 61



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 46 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFL Seniors 128



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Aspley QAFLW Seniors 35



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Maroochydore Multi Sports Complex / Neil Upton Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Maroochydore QAFLW Seniors 13 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 17















FQPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (St Georges Park (St George Willawong FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• St George Willawong 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Caboolture Sports FC 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 0







NPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Gold Coast Knights 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 2



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Eastern Suburbs 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Magic United 4



Sun, July 19, 2026 (Goodwin Park (Olympic FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Olympic FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Roar B 1



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Gold Coast Knights 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1 North



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 91 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteors 95



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 98 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 110



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 64 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteorettes 88



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 75 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 18



• Ipswich Jets 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 52



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• Brisbane Tigers 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Western Clydesdales 14



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• WM Seagulls 14 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Cutters 16




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<title><![CDATA[The Most Powerful Part of This 125km Run Happened at the 70km Mark]]></title>
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What happens when a young man discovers that asking for help takes just as much courage as carrying on?



It's a lesson many people spend years learning.



For young participant Finn, it arrived somewhere around the 70-kilometre mark of a 125-kilometre charity run.



Finn had left Tweed Heads before dawn, determined to make it all the way to Villanova College to raise money for You Are Not Alone (YANA), an organisation that encourages people to reach out when life becomes overwhelming and reminds them that support is never far away.



By lunchtime, he had already run more than 60 kilometres despite carrying fluid in both knees. Every stop lasted a little longer than the one before.



When the run reached Pimpama, it looked as though it might end there.



A message went out asking whether anyone could help cover sections of the route.



One Runner Became Many



The response was immediate.



Classmates began arriving, ready to take on whatever part of the journey they could. Some had never planned to run that day. Others had never run those sorts of distances before.



They simply joined in.



The GPS watch changed wrists, from owner Jack to a series of runners, as one handed over to the next, keeping the challenge alive while Finn recovered. Between relay legs came bottles of water, packets of lollies from the boot of a parent's car and encouragement from passing motorists sounding their horns.



Hours later, Finn was back on his feet. Supported by mates on either side, he completed the final kilometres through Villanova's front gates.



By then, the 125 kilometres no longer belonged to one person.



Photo credit: Villanova College



A Different Kind of Strength



For most of the day, strength meant putting one foot in front of the other.



By the afternoon, it meant something different. It meant accepting that the only way to reach the finish was to let others carry part of the journey.



That lesson is reflected in a growing body of Australian research. The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare identifies supportive relationships with family, peers and the wider community as important protective factors for young people's mental health and wellbeing. It also notes that a range of barriers can make it difficult for some young people to seek support when they need it.



Villanova College Principal Paul Begg says moments like these reflect the College's Augustinian belief that education is about forming the whole person.



"One of the privileges of being a Principal is watching young men return from experiences with a different perspective on the world. They often leave thinking they are going to make a difference in someone else's life, but they come back realising the experience has changed them," he explains.



Finn's challenge wasn't a traditional service-learning project, but the response it inspired reflected the same values — humility, compassion and a willingness to stand beside someone when they need it most.



Running for a Cause



Finn's goal wasn't simply to complete an extraordinary physical challenge.



He set out to raise funds and awareness for You Are Not Alone (YANA), a youth mental health charity founded by Villanova Old Boy Tom Price. The organisation encourages people to seek support when life becomes difficult and reminds young people that they never have to face those challenges alone.



By the end of the run, more than $9,200 had been raised, with donations continuing to come in to support YANA's work. Today, that figure has grown to more than $10,000 as support continues to come in on the gofundme page.



When the Message Became Real



Somewhere around the 70-kilometre mark, the charity's message stopped being something printed on a fundraising page. It became the way the day unfolded.



Finn had set out hoping to raise money for YANA. Important as that was, the fundraising total tells only part of the story.



A few days later, Classmate and Wellbeing Captain Hayden summed up the day best during a school assembly. "The highlight wasn't the distance but the people," he said.



He spoke about boys who had never run that far deciding to run anyway, shared laughs between relay legs, and a challenge that became something everyone carried together.



Photo credit: Villanova College



Carrying the Journey Together



Years from now, few people are likely to remember exactly how many kilometres Finn ran on his own.



They will probably remember the moment he couldn't continue, the classmates who turned up without hesitation and the GPS watch that passed from runner to runner until the journey was complete.



Finn set out to show that no one has to face life's hardest moments alone.



Somewhere between Tweed Heads and Villanova, his mates showed him the same thing.



"To know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded."Bessie Anderson Stanley (1904), often misattributed to Ralph Waldo Emerson



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What happens when a young man discovers that asking for help takes just as much courage as carrying on?



It's a lesson many people spend years learning.



For young participant Finn, it arrived somewhere around the 70-kilometre mark of a 125-kilometre charity run.



Finn had left Tweed Heads before dawn, determined to make it all the way to Villanova College to raise money for You Are Not Alone (YANA), an organisation that encourages people to reach out when life becomes overwhelming and reminds them that support is never far away.



By lunchtime, he had already run more than 60 kilometres despite carrying fluid in both knees. Every stop lasted a little longer than the one before.



When the run reached Pimpama, it looked as though it might end there.



A message went out asking whether anyone could help cover sections of the route.



One Runner Became Many



The response was immediate.



Classmates began arriving, ready to take on whatever part of the journey they could. Some had never planned to run that day. Others had never run those sorts of distances before.



They simply joined in.



The GPS watch changed wrists, from owner Jack to a series of runners, as one handed over to the next, keeping the challenge alive while Finn recovered. Between relay legs came bottles of water, packets of lollies from the boot of a parent's car and encouragement from passing motorists sounding their horns.



Hours later, Finn was back on his feet. Supported by mates on either side, he completed the final kilometres through Villanova's front gates.



By then, the 125 kilometres no longer belonged to one person.



Photo credit: Villanova College



A Different Kind of Strength



For most of the day, strength meant putting one foot in front of the other.



By the afternoon, it meant something different. It meant accepting that the only way to reach the finish was to let others carry part of the journey.



That lesson is reflected in a growing body of Australian research. The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare identifies supportive relationships with family, peers and the wider community as important protective factors for young people's mental health and wellbeing. It also notes that a range of barriers can make it difficult for some young people to seek support when they need it.



Villanova College Principal Paul Begg says moments like these reflect the College's Augustinian belief that education is about forming the whole person.



"One of the privileges of being a Principal is watching young men return from experiences with a different perspective on the world. They often leave thinking they are going to make a difference in someone else's life, but they come back realising the experience has changed them," he explains.



Finn's challenge wasn't a traditional service-learning project, but the response it inspired reflected the same values — humility, compassion and a willingness to stand beside someone when they need it most.



Running for a Cause



Finn's goal wasn't simply to complete an extraordinary physical challenge.



He set out to raise funds and awareness for You Are Not Alone (YANA), a youth mental health charity founded by Villanova Old Boy Tom Price. The organisation encourages people to seek support when life becomes difficult and reminds young people that they never have to face those challenges alone.



By the end of the run, more than $9,200 had been raised, with donations continuing to come in to support YANA's work. Today, that figure has grown to more than $10,000 as support continues to come in on the gofundme page.



When the Message Became Real



Somewhere around the 70-kilometre mark, the charity's message stopped being something printed on a fundraising page. It became the way the day unfolded.



Finn had set out hoping to raise money for YANA. Important as that was, the fundraising total tells only part of the story.



A few days later, Classmate and Wellbeing Captain Hayden summed up the day best during a school assembly. "The highlight wasn't the distance but the people," he said.



He spoke about boys who had never run that far deciding to run anyway, shared laughs between relay legs, and a challenge that became something everyone carried together.



Photo credit: Villanova College



Carrying the Journey Together



Years from now, few people are likely to remember exactly how many kilometres Finn ran on his own.



They will probably remember the moment he couldn't continue, the classmates who turned up without hesitation and the GPS watch that passed from runner to runner until the journey was complete.



Finn set out to show that no one has to face life's hardest moments alone.



Somewhere between Tweed Heads and Villanova, his mates showed him the same thing.



"To know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded."Bessie Anderson Stanley (1904), often misattributed to Ralph Waldo Emerson



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<title><![CDATA[Coorparoo Quilters Celebrate 42 Years of Creativity and Community Service]]></title>
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For 42 years, Coorparoo Quilters has brought people together through a shared love of patchwork and quilting. Over that time, the local group has built more than a creative community. It has also supported hospitals, veterans, families and community organisations across Queensland through hundreds of handmade donations.



Read: 50 Years: Coorparoo, Woolloongabba and the Motorway Corridor That Connects Brisbane



This weekend, the long-running club will celebrate that milestone with its biennial quilt show, 42: A Fantastic Journey, at the Belmont Shooting Complex. The exhibition will feature more than 100 handcrafted quilts and wall hangings while raising funds to continue the group's charitable work.



Four decades of stitching friendships and giving back



Since its formation, Coorparoo Quilters has welcomed people of all skill levels who share an interest in quilting and patchwork. Members meet regularly to develop their craft, exchange ideas and create projects that reach far beyond the sewing room.



The group's biennial quilt show has become one of its biggest community events. While visitors come to admire the craftsmanship, the exhibition also provides vital fundraising that helps members continue making quilts and other handmade items for people experiencing illness, hardship and recovery.



As the club marks its 42nd anniversary, this year's exhibition celebrates both its history and the volunteers who have contributed their time and skills over many years.



Photo Credit: Supplied



More than 100 quilts bring imagination to life



This year's theme, 42: A Fantastic Journey, takes inspiration from science fiction, fantasy and adventure while recognising the group's 42-year milestone.



Visitors will see more than 100 quilts and wall hangings created by members, with designs ranging from traditional patchwork to contemporary works inspired by books, films and imaginative worlds. The exhibition also includes entries in the Cosplay Youth Challenge, giving young makers an opportunity to display their creativity alongside experienced quilters.



Photo Credit: Supplied



Beyond the displays, visitors can browse handmade craft items, enjoy refreshments and enter a range of raffles. Major prizes include a sewing machine donated by River City Sewing Center, a retro-style quilt made by club members, a three-day craft retreat, a sewing basket, a tea hamper and a selection of handmade craft items.



Photo Credit: Supplied



Every quilt show helps support hospitals and local charities



The exhibition plays an important role in supporting the club's community projects throughout the year. Funds raised allow members to continue producing handmade quilts and gifts for organisations that care for patients, veterans and families across Queensland.



Among the group's recent contributions were 150 Christmas placemats for Carina Meals on Wheels and 175 quilts distributed to the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital Emergency Department Pastoral Care team, the Princess Alexandra Hospital Spinal Unit, Lutheran Women's and Children's Shelter, Redland Hospital, the Quilts of Valour program, the Nujum Jawa Crisis Centre at The Prince Charles Hospital and MS Australia.



Each donation reflects many hours of volunteer work by members who use their skills to provide comfort and practical support to people facing difficult circumstances.



Read: Empty Since 2010, Broadway Hotel Edges Closer to a New Chapter



Event Details




Where: Belmont Shooting Complex, 1485 Old Cleveland Road, Belmont (Entry via Old Cleveland Road).



When:

Saturday 18 July: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm (Last entry 3:00 pm)



Sunday 19 July: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm (Last entry 2:00 pm)





More info: Available on the Coorparoo Quilters website.




Photo Credit: Supplied







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For 42 years, Coorparoo Quilters has brought people together through a shared love of patchwork and quilting. Over that time, the local group has built more than a creative community. It has also supported hospitals, veterans, families and community organisations across Queensland through hundreds of handmade donations.



Read: 50 Years: Coorparoo, Woolloongabba and the Motorway Corridor That Connects Brisbane



This weekend, the long-running club will celebrate that milestone with its biennial quilt show, 42: A Fantastic Journey, at the Belmont Shooting Complex. The exhibition will feature more than 100 handcrafted quilts and wall hangings while raising funds to continue the group's charitable work.



Four decades of stitching friendships and giving back



Since its formation, Coorparoo Quilters has welcomed people of all skill levels who share an interest in quilting and patchwork. Members meet regularly to develop their craft, exchange ideas and create projects that reach far beyond the sewing room.



The group's biennial quilt show has become one of its biggest community events. While visitors come to admire the craftsmanship, the exhibition also provides vital fundraising that helps members continue making quilts and other handmade items for people experiencing illness, hardship and recovery.



As the club marks its 42nd anniversary, this year's exhibition celebrates both its history and the volunteers who have contributed their time and skills over many years.



Photo Credit: Supplied



More than 100 quilts bring imagination to life



This year's theme, 42: A Fantastic Journey, takes inspiration from science fiction, fantasy and adventure while recognising the group's 42-year milestone.



Visitors will see more than 100 quilts and wall hangings created by members, with designs ranging from traditional patchwork to contemporary works inspired by books, films and imaginative worlds. The exhibition also includes entries in the Cosplay Youth Challenge, giving young makers an opportunity to display their creativity alongside experienced quilters.



Photo Credit: Supplied



Beyond the displays, visitors can browse handmade craft items, enjoy refreshments and enter a range of raffles. Major prizes include a sewing machine donated by River City Sewing Center, a retro-style quilt made by club members, a three-day craft retreat, a sewing basket, a tea hamper and a selection of handmade craft items.



Photo Credit: Supplied



Every quilt show helps support hospitals and local charities



The exhibition plays an important role in supporting the club's community projects throughout the year. Funds raised allow members to continue producing handmade quilts and gifts for organisations that care for patients, veterans and families across Queensland.



Among the group's recent contributions were 150 Christmas placemats for Carina Meals on Wheels and 175 quilts distributed to the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital Emergency Department Pastoral Care team, the Princess Alexandra Hospital Spinal Unit, Lutheran Women's and Children's Shelter, Redland Hospital, the Quilts of Valour program, the Nujum Jawa Crisis Centre at The Prince Charles Hospital and MS Australia.



Each donation reflects many hours of volunteer work by members who use their skills to provide comfort and practical support to people facing difficult circumstances.



Read: Empty Since 2010, Broadway Hotel Edges Closer to a New Chapter



Event Details




Where: Belmont Shooting Complex, 1485 Old Cleveland Road, Belmont (Entry via Old Cleveland Road).



When:

Saturday 18 July: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm (Last entry 3:00 pm)



Sunday 19 July: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm (Last entry 2:00 pm)





More info: Available on the Coorparoo Quilters website.




Photo Credit: Supplied







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Two schools in Brisabane’s south east have recorded strong results for behaviour management, with each showing a different approach to student wellbeing and responsibility.



Read: 50 Years of the Riverside Expressway: How It Changed the Greenslopes Commute 



At Greenslopes State School, parents, staff and students gave matched responses in the Queensland Department of Education’s 2025 School Opinion Survey. Among Greenslopes students who responded, 86.4 per cent agreed that behaviour was managed well.



At nearby Buranda State School, 93.8 per cent of responding students agreed. It was the highest reported student result across Brisbane.



The survey measures confidence in how behaviour is managed. It does not count classroom disruptions, playground incidents or suspensions.



Greenslopes takes wellbeing school-wide



Greenslopes teaches social and emotional skills from Prep to Year 6 through the Second Step program. Students learn about empathy, emotion management, problem-solving and skills for learning. The school’s wellbeing framework also links these lessons to its Big Six values: resilience, respect, integrity, opportunity, community and embracing diversity.



The programs give students regular ways to discuss emotions, relationships and responsible decisions. They form part of a wider support system used across year levels.



Greenslopes’ Student Learning and Wellbeing Framework sets out different levels of help. Some measures apply to every student, while others support children who need extra assistance.



Photo Credit: Google Maps screengrab



The framework includes positive recognition, Zones of Regulation, guidance services, individual plans and referrals to outside providers. Its tiered structure aims to offer early intervention before concerns become more serious.



The school’s 2025 Annual Improvement Plan also identifies productive partnerships and stronger student-staff relationships as important areas of work.



Families stay involved at Greenslopes



The Greenslopes State School P&amp;C supports camps, excursions, school experiences and resources for students who face extra challenges. Its strategic plan aims to build an inclusive community where parents, staff and students feel welcome and valued. The group also encourages volunteering, fundraising and wider family involvement.



Second Step also includes activities that families can use at home. This helps reinforce the school’s social and emotional learning messages beyond the classroom.



Buranda students practise reasoning and discussion



Buranda State School has taught philosophy to all students since 1997. Each week, children take part in an hour of philosophy activities led by trained classroom teachers. They listen to different views, explain their reasoning and build on the ideas of others. Students also explore questions about fairness, knowledge, judgement and decision-making.



Buranda’s philosophy program encourages care, respect and reasoned problem-solving. It gives children regular practice in dealing with disagreement and justifying their views.



Photo Credit: Buranda SS



Buranda’s P&amp;C takes learning beyond the classroom



Buranda’s P&amp;C supports environmental education, sport, instrumental music and community events. These include Winter Solstice, Buranda Fest and a school movie night. The group also gives parents a place to raise concerns and contribute to school decisions. Its work goes beyond fundraising by helping families stay connected to school programs and priorities.



Buranda’s environmental education program adds a practical element to school life. Students learn about sustainability, care for chickens and grow vegetables in the school garden. The program gives children another way to contribute to their school community.



Two schools, different approaches



Greenslopes combines shared values, school-wide wellbeing lessons and tiered support systems. The finding sits alongside a school-wide approach to social and emotional learning.&nbsp;



Read: Dive Into Aquatic Slopes, One of Greenslopes’ Most Creative Street Artworks 



Buranda places strong emphasis on reasoning, discussion and justified decision-making. Their system provides a useful backdrop to a long-running philosophy program built around inquiry and reasoned judgement.



Neither result means the schools have perfect behaviour or fewer challenges than every other school. What the results show is confidence among the people who responded.



Published 29-July-2026
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Two schools in Brisabane’s south east have recorded strong results for behaviour management, with each showing a different approach to student wellbeing and responsibility.



Read: 50 Years of the Riverside Expressway: How It Changed the Greenslopes Commute 



At Greenslopes State School, parents, staff and students gave matched responses in the Queensland Department of Education’s 2025 School Opinion Survey. Among Greenslopes students who responded, 86.4 per cent agreed that behaviour was managed well.



At nearby Buranda State School, 93.8 per cent of responding students agreed. It was the highest reported student result across Brisbane.



The survey measures confidence in how behaviour is managed. It does not count classroom disruptions, playground incidents or suspensions.



Greenslopes takes wellbeing school-wide



Greenslopes teaches social and emotional skills from Prep to Year 6 through the Second Step program. Students learn about empathy, emotion management, problem-solving and skills for learning. The school’s wellbeing framework also links these lessons to its Big Six values: resilience, respect, integrity, opportunity, community and embracing diversity.



The programs give students regular ways to discuss emotions, relationships and responsible decisions. They form part of a wider support system used across year levels.



Greenslopes’ Student Learning and Wellbeing Framework sets out different levels of help. Some measures apply to every student, while others support children who need extra assistance.



Photo Credit: Google Maps screengrab



The framework includes positive recognition, Zones of Regulation, guidance services, individual plans and referrals to outside providers. Its tiered structure aims to offer early intervention before concerns become more serious.



The school’s 2025 Annual Improvement Plan also identifies productive partnerships and stronger student-staff relationships as important areas of work.



Families stay involved at Greenslopes



The Greenslopes State School P&amp;C supports camps, excursions, school experiences and resources for students who face extra challenges. Its strategic plan aims to build an inclusive community where parents, staff and students feel welcome and valued. The group also encourages volunteering, fundraising and wider family involvement.



Second Step also includes activities that families can use at home. This helps reinforce the school’s social and emotional learning messages beyond the classroom.



Buranda students practise reasoning and discussion



Buranda State School has taught philosophy to all students since 1997. Each week, children take part in an hour of philosophy activities led by trained classroom teachers. They listen to different views, explain their reasoning and build on the ideas of others. Students also explore questions about fairness, knowledge, judgement and decision-making.



Buranda’s philosophy program encourages care, respect and reasoned problem-solving. It gives children regular practice in dealing with disagreement and justifying their views.



Photo Credit: Buranda SS



Buranda’s P&amp;C takes learning beyond the classroom



Buranda’s P&amp;C supports environmental education, sport, instrumental music and community events. These include Winter Solstice, Buranda Fest and a school movie night. The group also gives parents a place to raise concerns and contribute to school decisions. Its work goes beyond fundraising by helping families stay connected to school programs and priorities.



Buranda’s environmental education program adds a practical element to school life. Students learn about sustainability, care for chickens and grow vegetables in the school garden. The program gives children another way to contribute to their school community.



Two schools, different approaches



Greenslopes combines shared values, school-wide wellbeing lessons and tiered support systems. The finding sits alongside a school-wide approach to social and emotional learning.&nbsp;



Read: Dive Into Aquatic Slopes, One of Greenslopes’ Most Creative Street Artworks 



Buranda places strong emphasis on reasoning, discussion and justified decision-making. Their system provides a useful backdrop to a long-running philosophy program built around inquiry and reasoned judgement.



Neither result means the schools have perfect behaviour or fewer challenges than every other school. What the results show is confidence among the people who responded.



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Coffee Mentality, which operates cafes across Brisbane including a popular outlet in Stones Corner, has earned national recognition after its Olfactory filter specialty blend was crowned Champion Coffee at the 2026 Royal Tasmanian Fine Food Awards. The Brisbane roaster topped a field of 133 entries from across Australia to take home the competition's highest coffee honour.







Read: Shop, Savour, Win: Why More Brisbane Locals Are Rediscovering Stones Corner







The winning blend, Olfactory, was judged the best coffee among 133 entries submitted by roasters from around the country. Melbourne's Griffiths Bros Coffee Roasters received the Reserve Champion title for its Wellspring Organic espresso blend, while Tasmanian producers also made a strong showing, contributing around 20 per cent of all entries.







Coffee Mentality celebrated the result on social media, saying the award came as a welcome surprise after entering the competition for the first time. The Brisbane business said receiving the Champion Coffee title was especially meaningful and thanked the Royal Tasmanian Fine Food Awards for the recognition, adding that it was grateful to be part of the awards program's 31-year tradition of celebrating Australia's food and beverage producers.



Photo credit: Google Maps/Coffee Mentality - Stones Corner



Founded in 2015, Coffee Mentality has grown from a mobile cafe into a Brisbane-based specialty coffee roaster headquartered in nearby Woolloongabba. Today, it operates a network of cafes across the city, including Stones Corner, while also supplying wholesale customers through its social franchise model. The business says it aims to use coffee as a way to build community and create positive social impact both locally and internationally.



Its award-winning Olfactory is a specialty filter coffee blend developed by Coffee Mentality, known for its cherry, berry and jammy sweetness. The company describes it as an aromatic coffee with vibrant fruit-forward flavours and aromas.



High Standards Across Australia







The Champion Coffee award was decided during judging at Lottie Lane Coffee Roasters in Moonah, Tasmania, as part of the Royal Tasmanian Fine Food Awards.



Food and Wine Events Manager Carolyn Petkovich said this year's coffee competition attracted an exceptionally high standard of entries from across Australia. She said it was encouraging to see Tasmanian roasters competing alongside many of the country's leading coffee producers, with more medal awards presented than in previous years because of the overall quality of the field.



The Royal Tasmanian Fine Food Awards recognise excellence across a wide range of Australian food and beverage categories. Running from April to September each year, the program includes judging for baked goods, preserves, chocolate and confectionery, honey, tea and tisanes, cheese and dairy products, seafood, pantry items and coffee.







Read: Stones Corner Through the Years: Exploring Brisbane’s Living Heritage Trail







The Champion Coffee title marks another achievement for Coffee Mentality, which operates a network of cafes across Brisbane while remaining connected to the local communities it serves. Customers visiting the Stones Corner cafe can try the same Olfactory blend that impressed judges and claimed the competition's highest coffee honour.



Published 28-July-2026




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Coffee Mentality, which operates cafes across Brisbane including a popular outlet in Stones Corner, has earned national recognition after its Olfactory filter specialty blend was crowned Champion Coffee at the 2026 Royal Tasmanian Fine Food Awards. The Brisbane roaster topped a field of 133 entries from across Australia to take home the competition's highest coffee honour.







Read: Shop, Savour, Win: Why More Brisbane Locals Are Rediscovering Stones Corner







The winning blend, Olfactory, was judged the best coffee among 133 entries submitted by roasters from around the country. Melbourne's Griffiths Bros Coffee Roasters received the Reserve Champion title for its Wellspring Organic espresso blend, while Tasmanian producers also made a strong showing, contributing around 20 per cent of all entries.







Coffee Mentality celebrated the result on social media, saying the award came as a welcome surprise after entering the competition for the first time. The Brisbane business said receiving the Champion Coffee title was especially meaningful and thanked the Royal Tasmanian Fine Food Awards for the recognition, adding that it was grateful to be part of the awards program's 31-year tradition of celebrating Australia's food and beverage producers.



Photo credit: Google Maps/Coffee Mentality - Stones Corner



Founded in 2015, Coffee Mentality has grown from a mobile cafe into a Brisbane-based specialty coffee roaster headquartered in nearby Woolloongabba. Today, it operates a network of cafes across the city, including Stones Corner, while also supplying wholesale customers through its social franchise model. The business says it aims to use coffee as a way to build community and create positive social impact both locally and internationally.



Its award-winning Olfactory is a specialty filter coffee blend developed by Coffee Mentality, known for its cherry, berry and jammy sweetness. The company describes it as an aromatic coffee with vibrant fruit-forward flavours and aromas.



High Standards Across Australia







The Champion Coffee award was decided during judging at Lottie Lane Coffee Roasters in Moonah, Tasmania, as part of the Royal Tasmanian Fine Food Awards.



Food and Wine Events Manager Carolyn Petkovich said this year's coffee competition attracted an exceptionally high standard of entries from across Australia. She said it was encouraging to see Tasmanian roasters competing alongside many of the country's leading coffee producers, with more medal awards presented than in previous years because of the overall quality of the field.



The Royal Tasmanian Fine Food Awards recognise excellence across a wide range of Australian food and beverage categories. Running from April to September each year, the program includes judging for baked goods, preserves, chocolate and confectionery, honey, tea and tisanes, cheese and dairy products, seafood, pantry items and coffee.







Read: Stones Corner Through the Years: Exploring Brisbane’s Living Heritage Trail







The Champion Coffee title marks another achievement for Coffee Mentality, which operates a network of cafes across Brisbane while remaining connected to the local communities it serves. Customers visiting the Stones Corner cafe can try the same Olfactory blend that impressed judges and claimed the competition's highest coffee honour.



Published 28-July-2026




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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 24-26 July 2026]]></title>
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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 20



• Brisbane Lions 126 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Port Adelaide 675







QAFL



QAFL - TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Morningside QAFL Seniors 155 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Labrador QAFL Seniors 88



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 109 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 55







QAFLW



QAFLW - Bond University



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 15 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Bond University QAFLW Seniors 12



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 38 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFLW Seniors 10















NPL



NPL Women



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Lions FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Eastern Suburbs 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0















NBL



NBL1 North



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Carmichael Ford Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Grand Finals



• Townsville Flames 85 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Hinricks Oval, Blackwater) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Central Queensland Capras 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 20



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Father Ranger Oval, Warwick) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Tweed Heads Seagulls 8 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 58








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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 20



• Brisbane Lions 126 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Port Adelaide 675







QAFL



QAFL - TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Morningside QAFL Seniors 155 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Labrador QAFL Seniors 88



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 109 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 55







QAFLW



QAFLW - Bond University



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 15 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Bond University QAFLW Seniors 12



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 38 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFLW Seniors 10















NPL



NPL Women



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Lions FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Eastern Suburbs 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0















NBL



NBL1 North



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Carmichael Ford Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Grand Finals



• Townsville Flames 85 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Hinricks Oval, Blackwater) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Central Queensland Capras 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 20



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Father Ranger Oval, Warwick) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Tweed Heads Seagulls 8 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 58








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<title><![CDATA[Year-Long Search Ends at Unusually Large Stones Corner Apartment]]></title>
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A buyer’s year-long search for a new home has ended with the $1.14 million purchase of an unusually large top-floor apartment in Stones Corner.



Read: 50 Years of the Riverside Expressway: How It Changed the Greenslopes Commute



The two-bedroom property at 804/9 Zillah Street sold in a post-auction deal on 16 July after attracting four registered bidders, two of whom competed on the day of the auction. The owner-occupier eventually secured the home after negotiations continued following the auction.



The apartment has a reported area of 169 square metres and includes two bathrooms, two car spaces, a wraparound terrace and a Vergola roof. Its size, outdoor space and position on the eighth floor became the main points of difference during the sales campaign.



Photo Credit: Position Property



A Two-Bedroom Layout With More Room Than Most



Completed in 2017, the apartment had remained with the same owner since the building was finished.



Published reports described the layout as unusual because so much top-floor space had been given to a two-bedroom home. The selling agent said a developer would be less likely to create the same type of apartment in a new project today.&nbsp;



Even so, the combination of a large floor area, wraparound terrace and two parking spaces made the property stand out from more compact apartment layouts. Its top-floor position also means there is no apartment directly above it, adding to the sense of space and separation.



Photo Credit: Position Property



A Rare Home Finds the Right Buyer



Sitting beside Greenslopes in Brisbane’s inner south, Stones Corner offers buyers an established local centre with nearby shops, dining and transport links.&nbsp;



The property did not sell under the hammer, but negotiations continued afterwards and resulted in a $1.14 million sale. The successful buyer had reportedly spent about a year looking for a home before securing the Stones Corner apartment.



Read: Gold CityGlider Still in Planning as Stones Corner Awaits New Bus Link 



The campaign attracted both upsizers and downsizers. Its size may have appealed to buyers who wanted the convenience of apartment living without giving up as much room as they might in a smaller unit. 



Published 21-July-2026
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A buyer’s year-long search for a new home has ended with the $1.14 million purchase of an unusually large top-floor apartment in Stones Corner.



Read: 50 Years of the Riverside Expressway: How It Changed the Greenslopes Commute



The two-bedroom property at 804/9 Zillah Street sold in a post-auction deal on 16 July after attracting four registered bidders, two of whom competed on the day of the auction. The owner-occupier eventually secured the home after negotiations continued following the auction.



The apartment has a reported area of 169 square metres and includes two bathrooms, two car spaces, a wraparound terrace and a Vergola roof. Its size, outdoor space and position on the eighth floor became the main points of difference during the sales campaign.



Photo Credit: Position Property



A Two-Bedroom Layout With More Room Than Most



Completed in 2017, the apartment had remained with the same owner since the building was finished.



Published reports described the layout as unusual because so much top-floor space had been given to a two-bedroom home. The selling agent said a developer would be less likely to create the same type of apartment in a new project today.&nbsp;



Even so, the combination of a large floor area, wraparound terrace and two parking spaces made the property stand out from more compact apartment layouts. Its top-floor position also means there is no apartment directly above it, adding to the sense of space and separation.



Photo Credit: Position Property



A Rare Home Finds the Right Buyer



Sitting beside Greenslopes in Brisbane’s inner south, Stones Corner offers buyers an established local centre with nearby shops, dining and transport links.&nbsp;



The property did not sell under the hammer, but negotiations continued afterwards and resulted in a $1.14 million sale. The successful buyer had reportedly spent about a year looking for a home before securing the Stones Corner apartment.



Read: Gold CityGlider Still in Planning as Stones Corner Awaits New Bus Link 



The campaign attracted both upsizers and downsizers. Its size may have appealed to buyers who wanted the convenience of apartment living without giving up as much room as they might in a smaller unit. 



Published 21-July-2026
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<title><![CDATA[New World Order: How The 2026 World Cup Shifted Football's Balance]]></title>
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Spain lifted the trophy, but the biggest story of the 2026 FIFA World Cup reached far beyond the final whistle.



Across a month of football in North America, the established powers still found their way into the closing rounds, yet the margin separating them from the rest of the world looked smaller than ever. Brazil fell to Norway. Germany's campaign ended in a penalty shootout against Paraguay. Morocco backed up its breakthrough in Qatar by reaching another semi-final after eliminating the Netherlands, while Cabo Verde stretched Argentina into extra time before finally being beaten.



None of those nations  lifted the trophy. All of them left the tournament with greater credibility than when they arrived. All of them changed the conversation.



By the time Spain edged Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the final, this World Cup had become about far more than one country's triumph. Reputation no longer guaranteed progress, and football's traditional hierarchy felt less certain than it had four years earlier. It was a tournament that echoed Arrigo Sacchi's enduring observation:




"Football belongs to whoever plays it best."— Arrigo Sacchi




Nobody Had An Easy Run



Look back through the knockout bracket and one thing stands out immediately: every favourite was forced to earn its place.



Argentina needed extra time to eliminate Cabo Verde in the Round of 16 before edging Switzerland in the quarter-finals and then England in the semi-finals. 



Spain's route to the title took them through Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and finally Argentina in the final, while England found themselves recovering from deficits against Mexico in the Round of 16 and Norway in the quarter-finals before securing third place against France in the bronze medal match.



Even Brazil, so often expected to contend deep into a World Cup, never reached the quarter-finals after Norway's Round of 16 upset of Brazil produced one of the tournament's defining results.



The names in the final four were familiar. The journey to get there was anything but.



The Gap Has Closed



For years, football has talked about the rise of nations outside the traditional elite. In 2026, that conversation finally felt settled.



Morocco proved their run to the semi-finals in Qatar was not a once-off. Paraguay's penalty shootout win over Germany sent another heavyweight home early. Norway's victory over Brazil confirmed they were no longer outsiders. Egypt's Round of 16 victory over Australia and Switzerland's penalty shootout win over Colombia reinforced how little now separates many of the world's best teams.



None of those results would have been dismissed as impossible. A decade ago, several would have been.



That may be the clearest sign yet of how much international football has changed.



Different Heroes Stepped Forward



One of the defining themes of the tournament wasn't the farewell of an ageing superstar. It was the arrival of players now ready to become the faces of the next World Cup cycle.



Jude Bellingham (England) drove England through the knockout rounds, scoring twice against Norway before adding another in the bronze medal match. Bukayo Saka (England) finished the tournament with a hat-trick against France. Spain never relied on one match-winner either. Ferran Torres (Spain) settled the final in extra time after Pedro Porro (Spain), Mikel Oyarzabal (Spain) and Mikel Merino (Spain) had all delivered decisive moments earlier in the tournament.



Argentina still leaned on Lionel Messi (Argentina), but Lautaro Martínez (Argentina) and Enzo Fernández (Argentina) increasingly shaped the biggest moments. Norway's charge owed much to Erling Haaland (Norway), whose performance against Brazil became one of the images of the tournament.



The stars were recognisable. The balance between generations had unmistakably shifted.



Winning Became A Squad Exercise



The deeper the tournament went, the less it resembled a contest decided by starting XIs alone.



Extra-time football became a recurring feature of the knockout rounds. Spain's victory over Argentina in the final, England's comeback against Norway in the quarter-finals and Norway's upset of Brazil in the Round of 16 all demanded more than 90 minutes of planning from the coaches involved.



Tactical flexibility, fresh legs and the ability to change a match from the bench became just as valuable as individual brilliance.



Depth was no longer a luxury. It became a requirement.



Spain Set The Standard



Spain deserved to be champions not because they dominated every opponent, but because they consistently found answers.



Their path to the trophy took them past Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and Argentina in the final. Each opponent posed a different challenge, yet Spain adapted every time. Their success was built on structure, patience and contributions from throughout the squad rather than dependence on one headline name.



In a tournament defined by narrow margins, that proved to be the difference.



A Different World Cup



Every World Cup leaves behind a champion.



Some leave behind something bigger.



The lasting memory of 2026 may not be Spain lifting the trophy. It may be the moment football finally accepted that the old hierarchy no longer offers guarantees. Traditional powers remain exactly that — powerful. But every four years, more nations arrive believing they belong, and increasingly they have the performances to justify that belief.



Spain won the World Cup.



The rest of the world ensured the race for the next one is more open than it has been in decades.



Published 20-July-2026




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Spain lifted the trophy, but the biggest story of the 2026 FIFA World Cup reached far beyond the final whistle.



Across a month of football in North America, the established powers still found their way into the closing rounds, yet the margin separating them from the rest of the world looked smaller than ever. Brazil fell to Norway. Germany's campaign ended in a penalty shootout against Paraguay. Morocco backed up its breakthrough in Qatar by reaching another semi-final after eliminating the Netherlands, while Cabo Verde stretched Argentina into extra time before finally being beaten.



None of those nations  lifted the trophy. All of them left the tournament with greater credibility than when they arrived. All of them changed the conversation.



By the time Spain edged Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the final, this World Cup had become about far more than one country's triumph. Reputation no longer guaranteed progress, and football's traditional hierarchy felt less certain than it had four years earlier. It was a tournament that echoed Arrigo Sacchi's enduring observation:




"Football belongs to whoever plays it best."— Arrigo Sacchi




Nobody Had An Easy Run



Look back through the knockout bracket and one thing stands out immediately: every favourite was forced to earn its place.



Argentina needed extra time to eliminate Cabo Verde in the Round of 16 before edging Switzerland in the quarter-finals and then England in the semi-finals. 



Spain's route to the title took them through Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and finally Argentina in the final, while England found themselves recovering from deficits against Mexico in the Round of 16 and Norway in the quarter-finals before securing third place against France in the bronze medal match.



Even Brazil, so often expected to contend deep into a World Cup, never reached the quarter-finals after Norway's Round of 16 upset of Brazil produced one of the tournament's defining results.



The names in the final four were familiar. The journey to get there was anything but.



The Gap Has Closed



For years, football has talked about the rise of nations outside the traditional elite. In 2026, that conversation finally felt settled.



Morocco proved their run to the semi-finals in Qatar was not a once-off. Paraguay's penalty shootout win over Germany sent another heavyweight home early. Norway's victory over Brazil confirmed they were no longer outsiders. Egypt's Round of 16 victory over Australia and Switzerland's penalty shootout win over Colombia reinforced how little now separates many of the world's best teams.



None of those results would have been dismissed as impossible. A decade ago, several would have been.



That may be the clearest sign yet of how much international football has changed.



Different Heroes Stepped Forward



One of the defining themes of the tournament wasn't the farewell of an ageing superstar. It was the arrival of players now ready to become the faces of the next World Cup cycle.



Jude Bellingham (England) drove England through the knockout rounds, scoring twice against Norway before adding another in the bronze medal match. Bukayo Saka (England) finished the tournament with a hat-trick against France. Spain never relied on one match-winner either. Ferran Torres (Spain) settled the final in extra time after Pedro Porro (Spain), Mikel Oyarzabal (Spain) and Mikel Merino (Spain) had all delivered decisive moments earlier in the tournament.



Argentina still leaned on Lionel Messi (Argentina), but Lautaro Martínez (Argentina) and Enzo Fernández (Argentina) increasingly shaped the biggest moments. Norway's charge owed much to Erling Haaland (Norway), whose performance against Brazil became one of the images of the tournament.



The stars were recognisable. The balance between generations had unmistakably shifted.



Winning Became A Squad Exercise



The deeper the tournament went, the less it resembled a contest decided by starting XIs alone.



Extra-time football became a recurring feature of the knockout rounds. Spain's victory over Argentina in the final, England's comeback against Norway in the quarter-finals and Norway's upset of Brazil in the Round of 16 all demanded more than 90 minutes of planning from the coaches involved.



Tactical flexibility, fresh legs and the ability to change a match from the bench became just as valuable as individual brilliance.



Depth was no longer a luxury. It became a requirement.



Spain Set The Standard



Spain deserved to be champions not because they dominated every opponent, but because they consistently found answers.



Their path to the trophy took them past Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and Argentina in the final. Each opponent posed a different challenge, yet Spain adapted every time. Their success was built on structure, patience and contributions from throughout the squad rather than dependence on one headline name.



In a tournament defined by narrow margins, that proved to be the difference.



A Different World Cup



Every World Cup leaves behind a champion.



Some leave behind something bigger.



The lasting memory of 2026 may not be Spain lifting the trophy. It may be the moment football finally accepted that the old hierarchy no longer offers guarantees. Traditional powers remain exactly that — powerful. But every four years, more nations arrive believing they belong, and increasingly they have the performances to justify that belief.



Spain won the World Cup.



The rest of the world ensured the race for the next one is more open than it has been in decades.



Published 20-July-2026




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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 17-19 July 2026]]></title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 02:55:33 +0000</pubDate>
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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Optus Stadium, Perth • Whadjuk) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 19



• West Coast Eagles 69   |   Brisbane Lions 93







QAFL



TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Kombumerri Park / Neptune Homes Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 68 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 61



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 46 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFL Seniors 128



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Aspley QAFLW Seniors 35



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Maroochydore Multi Sports Complex / Neil Upton Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Maroochydore QAFLW Seniors 13 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 17















FQPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (St Georges Park (St George Willawong FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• St George Willawong 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Caboolture Sports FC 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 0







NPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Gold Coast Knights 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 2



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Eastern Suburbs 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Magic United 4



Sun, July 19, 2026 (Goodwin Park (Olympic FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Olympic FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Roar B 1



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Gold Coast Knights 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1 North



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 91 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteors 95



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 98 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 110



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 64 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteorettes 88



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 75 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 18



• Ipswich Jets 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 52



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• Brisbane Tigers 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Western Clydesdales 14



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• WM Seagulls 14 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Cutters 16




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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Optus Stadium, Perth • Whadjuk) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 19



• West Coast Eagles 69   |   Brisbane Lions 93







QAFL



TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Kombumerri Park / Neptune Homes Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 68 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 61



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 46 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFL Seniors 128



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Aspley QAFLW Seniors 35



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Maroochydore Multi Sports Complex / Neil Upton Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Maroochydore QAFLW Seniors 13 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 17















FQPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (St Georges Park (St George Willawong FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• St George Willawong 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Caboolture Sports FC 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 0







NPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Gold Coast Knights 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 2



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Eastern Suburbs 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Magic United 4



Sun, July 19, 2026 (Goodwin Park (Olympic FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Olympic FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Roar B 1



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Gold Coast Knights 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1 North



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 91 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteors 95



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 98 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 110



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 64 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteorettes 88



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 75 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 18



• Ipswich Jets 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 52



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• Brisbane Tigers 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Western Clydesdales 14



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• WM Seagulls 14 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Cutters 16




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<title><![CDATA[50 Years of the Riverside Expressway: How It Changed the Greenslopes Commute]]></title>
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For thousands of drivers in Greenslopes, the morning commute to the Brisbane CBD is pure muscle memory. You hop onto the M3, cruise past Woolloongabba, cross the Captain Cook Bridge, and merge onto the Riverside Expressway. It is a daily ritual for the inner south. It’s a seamless, almost mindless transition from suburban streets to the heart of the city.



Read: Gold CityGlider Still in Planning as Stones Corner Awaits New Bus Link



This month marks exactly 50 years since the Riverside Expressway officially opened on 22 July 1976. While the towering concrete lanes wrap strictly around the edge of the CBD, they are the vital final link in a corridor that changed life for suburbs like Greenslopes. It locks the Captain Cook Bridge and the South East Freeway, giving the inner south a straight shot into town, bypassing choked suburban bottlenecks and permanently reshaping how Brisbane moves.



A Radical Blueprint for a Choked City



Go back to the mid-1960s, and Brisbane was suffocating under its own traffic. The city's narrow, colonial-era streets simply couldn’t handle the post-war motoring boom.



Desperate for a solution, transport planners looked across the Pacific. In 1965, American consultants Wilbur Smith and Associates delivered a groundbreaking transport study with a bold proposition: build a massive, elevated highway right along the edge of the Brisbane River to siphon traffic away from the city center.



Construction crews fired up their engines in 1968. Over the next eight years, they completely transformed the riverfront, spending a whopping $37 million to finish the 2.7-kilometer stretch from Coronation Drive to Kangaroo Point. The archival photos at the State Library of Queensland show the staggering scale of the work. It was a forest of concrete pillars slowly rising out of the mud to rewrite Brisbane's skyline.



Photo Credit: 100 Years TMR



The Lifeline to the Inner South



Though the expressway itself doesn't touch Greenslopes soil, the suburb's fortunes have always been tied to it.



Before the expressway and the connected South East Freeway, getting from the inner south to the city meant battling local surface roads and navigating a maze of intersections. The new corridor acted like a funnel, vacuuming up traffic from Greenslopes and delivering drivers directly to the city's doorstep.



Because of this tight connection, Greenslopes and the Riverside Expressway effectively share the same nervous system. When something goes wrong on the riverfront, the effects bounce down the highway almost instantly.



Photo Credit: State Library of Queensland/Flickr



The Day the City Stood Still



People usually take the expressway for granted—until it closes.



The ultimate proof of how much Brisbane relies on this stretch of concrete came in October 2006, when an emergency closure shut down the expressway. The Department of Transport and Main Roads later studied the fallout, and the results were chaotic.



The city didn’t just slow down; it seized up. With the central artery blocked, traffic backed up for miles, spilling over onto every alternative river crossing and local road. Commuters abandoned their cars, delayed their trips, or simply gave up and stayed home. For drivers down the M3 corridor in Woolloongabba and Greenslopes, the gridlock hit hard, proving that a hiccup in the CBD could paralyze the suburbs miles away.



Protests, Progress, and the Daily Grind



The Riverside Expressway has always been more than just an engineering feat. It is a living piece of Brisbane's social history.



Photo Credit: Alison Greer/Facebook



It wasn't universally liked from the start. On opening day in 1976, while politicians and invited guests celebrated the ribbon-cutting, a dedicated group of conservationists gathered on the riverbank below, waving protest signs at the concrete monolith. The archives capture a city caught in a tug-of-war between preservation and rapid progress.



Read: Dive Into Aquatic Slopes, One of Greenslopes’ Most Creative Street Artworks 



Half a century later, the protests have faded into history, and the expressway has simply become part of the background noise of Brisbane life. It still does exactly what it was designed to do 50 years ago.&nbsp;



For a Greenslopes commuter heading home after a long day, this grey ribbon of concrete above the river is just the familiar road that takes them home.



Published 14-July-2026




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For thousands of drivers in Greenslopes, the morning commute to the Brisbane CBD is pure muscle memory. You hop onto the M3, cruise past Woolloongabba, cross the Captain Cook Bridge, and merge onto the Riverside Expressway. It is a daily ritual for the inner south. It’s a seamless, almost mindless transition from suburban streets to the heart of the city.



Read: Gold CityGlider Still in Planning as Stones Corner Awaits New Bus Link



This month marks exactly 50 years since the Riverside Expressway officially opened on 22 July 1976. While the towering concrete lanes wrap strictly around the edge of the CBD, they are the vital final link in a corridor that changed life for suburbs like Greenslopes. It locks the Captain Cook Bridge and the South East Freeway, giving the inner south a straight shot into town, bypassing choked suburban bottlenecks and permanently reshaping how Brisbane moves.



A Radical Blueprint for a Choked City



Go back to the mid-1960s, and Brisbane was suffocating under its own traffic. The city's narrow, colonial-era streets simply couldn’t handle the post-war motoring boom.



Desperate for a solution, transport planners looked across the Pacific. In 1965, American consultants Wilbur Smith and Associates delivered a groundbreaking transport study with a bold proposition: build a massive, elevated highway right along the edge of the Brisbane River to siphon traffic away from the city center.



Construction crews fired up their engines in 1968. Over the next eight years, they completely transformed the riverfront, spending a whopping $37 million to finish the 2.7-kilometer stretch from Coronation Drive to Kangaroo Point. The archival photos at the State Library of Queensland show the staggering scale of the work. It was a forest of concrete pillars slowly rising out of the mud to rewrite Brisbane's skyline.



Photo Credit: 100 Years TMR



The Lifeline to the Inner South



Though the expressway itself doesn't touch Greenslopes soil, the suburb's fortunes have always been tied to it.



Before the expressway and the connected South East Freeway, getting from the inner south to the city meant battling local surface roads and navigating a maze of intersections. The new corridor acted like a funnel, vacuuming up traffic from Greenslopes and delivering drivers directly to the city's doorstep.



Because of this tight connection, Greenslopes and the Riverside Expressway effectively share the same nervous system. When something goes wrong on the riverfront, the effects bounce down the highway almost instantly.



Photo Credit: State Library of Queensland/Flickr



The Day the City Stood Still



People usually take the expressway for granted—until it closes.



The ultimate proof of how much Brisbane relies on this stretch of concrete came in October 2006, when an emergency closure shut down the expressway. The Department of Transport and Main Roads later studied the fallout, and the results were chaotic.



The city didn’t just slow down; it seized up. With the central artery blocked, traffic backed up for miles, spilling over onto every alternative river crossing and local road. Commuters abandoned their cars, delayed their trips, or simply gave up and stayed home. For drivers down the M3 corridor in Woolloongabba and Greenslopes, the gridlock hit hard, proving that a hiccup in the CBD could paralyze the suburbs miles away.



Protests, Progress, and the Daily Grind



The Riverside Expressway has always been more than just an engineering feat. It is a living piece of Brisbane's social history.



Photo Credit: Alison Greer/Facebook



It wasn't universally liked from the start. On opening day in 1976, while politicians and invited guests celebrated the ribbon-cutting, a dedicated group of conservationists gathered on the riverbank below, waving protest signs at the concrete monolith. The archives capture a city caught in a tug-of-war between preservation and rapid progress.



Read: Dive Into Aquatic Slopes, One of Greenslopes’ Most Creative Street Artworks 



Half a century later, the protests have faded into history, and the expressway has simply become part of the background noise of Brisbane life. It still does exactly what it was designed to do 50 years ago.&nbsp;



For a Greenslopes commuter heading home after a long day, this grey ribbon of concrete above the river is just the familiar road that takes them home.



Published 14-July-2026




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<title><![CDATA[Gold CityGlider Still in Planning as Stones Corner Awaits New Bus Link]]></title>
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When the proposed Gold CityGlider was announced in 2021, it outlined a new high-frequency bus service linking Woolloongabba with Northshore Hamilton through Brisbane’s inner city, impacting commuters from Stones Corner or Greenslopes.



Read: Dive Into Aquatic Slopes, One of Greenslopes’ Most Creative Street Artworks



The proposal quickly attracted attention because it would become Brisbane’s third CityGlider route, adding another frequent public transport option across several of the city’s fastest-growing suburbs.



Five years later, the Gold CityGlider has not yet entered service. Even so, the project remains part of Brisbane City Council’s transport program and continues to feature in planning alongside the Queensland Government.



While no commencement date has been announced, the proposal remains on Council’s agenda as a future addition to Brisbane’s public transport network.



Connecting Woolloongabba with the Northern Precincts



The Gold CityGlider was proposed as Brisbane’s third CityGlider service, joining the existing Blue and Maroon CityGlider routes.



Under the proposal, buses would run from Woolloongabba through the CBD, Queen’s Wharf, Fortitude Valley and Bowen Hills before terminating at Northshore Hamilton. The 2022 business case envisaged services every 10 minutes during weekday peak periods and every 15 minutes outside those times.



Although the route would not travel through Stones Corner, it could provide another public transport option for local residents by connecting with existing services at nearby Woolloongabba. The proposed route would also improve direct access between Woolloongabba and major employment, entertainment and residential precincts in Brisbane’s inner north.



A Transport Proposal Years in the Making



The corridor itself has been under consideration for many years.



A Brisbane City Council transport investigation in 2007 examined a high-frequency route between Hamilton and Woolloongabba. The Blue CityGlider began operating in 2010, followed by the Maroon CityGlider in 2013, while the Hamilton-to-Woolloongabba corridor remained a long-term proposal.



The idea returned in June 2021 when Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner announced the Gold CityGlider and allocated $94,000 for a business case. Council submitted the completed business case to the Queensland Government’s transport authorities in 2022.



Two years later, the proposal formed part of Brisbane City Council’s Race to Gold: Brisbane’s Games Transport Legacy strategy, which identified the route as part of the city’s long-term transport planning for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.



Council also committed funding towards the project through successive budgets, subject to Queensland Government support. In 2025, the Queensland Government confirmed it would partner with Brisbane City Council to establish the proposed service.



Photo Credit: BCC



Where the Project Stands Today



Council’s 2024 Race to Gold strategy placed service implementation from 2026 onwards. However, as of July 2026, the Gold CityGlider has not begun operating, and neither Brisbane City Council nor Translink has announced a commencement date.



In March 2026, Adrian Schrinner said the project was continuing in partnership with the Queensland Government. Separately, his office said the two levels of government were working to secure the vehicles needed for the proposed service.



The Gold CityGlider also remains identified in Brisbane City Council’s 2026–27 budget papers. Rather than appearing as a stand-alone project with its own allocation, it is listed as an initiative under Council’s broader “Provide Bus and Metro Services and Maintenance” strategy.



The budget does not specify how much funding is allocated to the Gold CityGlider or when passenger services are expected to begin.



The Gold CityGlider would offer another frequent cross-city option once it enters service. It would also strengthen links between Woolloongabba, the nearby suburbs, and Brisbane’s inner northern suburbs, which continue to see significant growth.



Read: Greenslopes Private Hospital Achieves Brisbane First with Robotic Shoulder Replacement Surgery



For now, however, local passengers will continue relying on existing bus and busway services while planning work continues.



Published 13-July-2026




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When the proposed Gold CityGlider was announced in 2021, it outlined a new high-frequency bus service linking Woolloongabba with Northshore Hamilton through Brisbane’s inner city, impacting commuters from Stones Corner or Greenslopes.



Read: Dive Into Aquatic Slopes, One of Greenslopes’ Most Creative Street Artworks



The proposal quickly attracted attention because it would become Brisbane’s third CityGlider route, adding another frequent public transport option across several of the city’s fastest-growing suburbs.



Five years later, the Gold CityGlider has not yet entered service. Even so, the project remains part of Brisbane City Council’s transport program and continues to feature in planning alongside the Queensland Government.



While no commencement date has been announced, the proposal remains on Council’s agenda as a future addition to Brisbane’s public transport network.



Connecting Woolloongabba with the Northern Precincts



The Gold CityGlider was proposed as Brisbane’s third CityGlider service, joining the existing Blue and Maroon CityGlider routes.



Under the proposal, buses would run from Woolloongabba through the CBD, Queen’s Wharf, Fortitude Valley and Bowen Hills before terminating at Northshore Hamilton. The 2022 business case envisaged services every 10 minutes during weekday peak periods and every 15 minutes outside those times.



Although the route would not travel through Stones Corner, it could provide another public transport option for local residents by connecting with existing services at nearby Woolloongabba. The proposed route would also improve direct access between Woolloongabba and major employment, entertainment and residential precincts in Brisbane’s inner north.



A Transport Proposal Years in the Making



The corridor itself has been under consideration for many years.



A Brisbane City Council transport investigation in 2007 examined a high-frequency route between Hamilton and Woolloongabba. The Blue CityGlider began operating in 2010, followed by the Maroon CityGlider in 2013, while the Hamilton-to-Woolloongabba corridor remained a long-term proposal.



The idea returned in June 2021 when Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner announced the Gold CityGlider and allocated $94,000 for a business case. Council submitted the completed business case to the Queensland Government’s transport authorities in 2022.



Two years later, the proposal formed part of Brisbane City Council’s Race to Gold: Brisbane’s Games Transport Legacy strategy, which identified the route as part of the city’s long-term transport planning for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.



Council also committed funding towards the project through successive budgets, subject to Queensland Government support. In 2025, the Queensland Government confirmed it would partner with Brisbane City Council to establish the proposed service.



Photo Credit: BCC



Where the Project Stands Today



Council’s 2024 Race to Gold strategy placed service implementation from 2026 onwards. However, as of July 2026, the Gold CityGlider has not begun operating, and neither Brisbane City Council nor Translink has announced a commencement date.



In March 2026, Adrian Schrinner said the project was continuing in partnership with the Queensland Government. Separately, his office said the two levels of government were working to secure the vehicles needed for the proposed service.



The Gold CityGlider also remains identified in Brisbane City Council’s 2026–27 budget papers. Rather than appearing as a stand-alone project with its own allocation, it is listed as an initiative under Council’s broader “Provide Bus and Metro Services and Maintenance” strategy.



The budget does not specify how much funding is allocated to the Gold CityGlider or when passenger services are expected to begin.



The Gold CityGlider would offer another frequent cross-city option once it enters service. It would also strengthen links between Woolloongabba, the nearby suburbs, and Brisbane’s inner northern suburbs, which continue to see significant growth.



Read: Greenslopes Private Hospital Achieves Brisbane First with Robotic Shoulder Replacement Surgery



For now, however, local passengers will continue relying on existing bus and busway services while planning work continues.



Published 13-July-2026




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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 10-12 July 2026]]></title>
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Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 18 • Brisbane Lions 149 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Essendon 59







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 14 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 123 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 46



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Noosa Oval / Rococo Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 14 • Noosa QAFL Seniors 82 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 59







Bond University QAFLW



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 12 • Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 30 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFLW Seniors 48















FQPL1



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Whites Hill Reserve (Holland Park Hawks FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 18 • Holland Park Hawks 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; North Star 0



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 18 • Redlands United 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1







NPL



Fri, July 10, 2026 (AJ Kelly Park (Peninsula Power FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Peninsula Power 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 0



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Brisbane Roar B 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Rochedale Rovers 1



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Lions FC 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 13 • South West Metro Pirates 86 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Gold Coast Rollers 126



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 13 • South West Metro Pirates 62 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Gold Coast Rollers 73











QRL



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – Men – Round 17 • Brisbane Tigers 30 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Logan Magpies 16



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Preston Building Sports Complex, Piggabeen) – QRL – Women – Round 6 • Tweed Heads Seagulls 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 22



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Tigers 32 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Logan Magpies 24




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Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 18 • Brisbane Lions 149 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Essendon 59







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 14 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 123 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 46



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Noosa Oval / Rococo Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 14 • Noosa QAFL Seniors 82 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 59







Bond University QAFLW



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 12 • Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 30 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFLW Seniors 48















FQPL1



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Whites Hill Reserve (Holland Park Hawks FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 18 • Holland Park Hawks 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; North Star 0



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 18 • Redlands United 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1







NPL



Fri, July 10, 2026 (AJ Kelly Park (Peninsula Power FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Peninsula Power 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 0



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Brisbane Roar B 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Rochedale Rovers 1



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Lions FC 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 13 • South West Metro Pirates 86 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Gold Coast Rollers 126



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 13 • South West Metro Pirates 62 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Gold Coast Rollers 73











QRL



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – Men – Round 17 • Brisbane Tigers 30 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Logan Magpies 16



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Preston Building Sports Complex, Piggabeen) – QRL – Women – Round 6 • Tweed Heads Seagulls 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 22



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Tigers 32 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Logan Magpies 24




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<title><![CDATA[Maroons Couldn't Break The Blues' Grip As Cleary Guides NSW To Origin Shield]]></title>
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Queensland had done the hard part.



After losing the series opener, the Maroons responded in Perth to force a State of Origin decider back to Suncorp Stadium, putting themselves within 80 minutes of retaining the shield. What they couldn't do on Wednesday, July 8, was wrestle control of the contest away from Nathan Cleary and a New South Wales side that dominated territory, possession and the biggest moments on its way to a 30-12 victory.



Cleary scored two tries, kicked four conversions and a penalty goal before collecting the Wally Lewis Medal as player of the 2026 series, but his greatest influence came through his game management. Whenever Queensland looked capable of building pressure, the Blues halfback calmly steered the contest back onto New South Wales' terms.



Queensland Lost The Territory Battle



The opening quarter was as tight as any Origin decider should be. Both teams spilled early possession, neither side found much attacking rhythm and there was little to separate them until New South Wales began winning the battle that shaped the rest of the night — field position.



The Blues completed 38 of their 44 sets at 86 per cent, while Queensland managed 31 completions from the same number of opportunities at 70 per cent. That gap flowed through the key statistics. New South Wales enjoyed 54 per cent possession, held the ball for nearly four-and-a-half minutes longer, ran for 1,457 metres to Queensland's 1,260 and finished with 853 kicking metres compared with the Maroons' 604.



Queensland's effort in defence could hardly be questioned. The Maroons made 370 tackles but missed 47, compared with 34 by the Blues, while repeated defensive sets gradually allowed New South Wales to wear Queensland down.







Nine Minutes That Mattered



Queensland had defended strongly enough to stay in the contest until Cleary broke through for the opening try in the 14th minute.



The match then swung decisively.



Stephen Crichton's line break created Cleary's second try before Cameron Murray, only moments after entering from the interchange, burst through the middle after breaking the line himself to extend the lead to 18-0. In the space of nine minutes, an arm wrestle had become a chase.



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow's try shortly before halftime gave Queensland hope, but Sam Walker's missed conversion left the Maroons trailing 18-4 rather than within two converted tries. It proved the first of three missed conversion attempts that ultimately left six points on the field.



The Comeback Never Came



Queensland emerged after the break with renewed energy.



Consecutive set restarts finally pinned New South Wales inside its own half before Selwyn Cobbo crossed to reduce the margin to 18-8 and lift the Suncorp crowd.



The Blues answered almost immediately.



Bradman Best restored the three-score advantage after another polished attacking movement before Cleary converted. Jojo Fifita's second-half try again gave Queensland a chance to build, but another missed conversion meant the Maroons still hadn't fully capitalised on their opportunities.



The three missed conversions were costly, but they reflected a broader problem. Queensland never generated enough sustained pressure to make New South Wales uncomfortable. Thirteen handling errors repeatedly handed the initiative back to the Blues, whose kicking game and completion rate ensured the Maroons were constantly working out of their own end.



Blues Finish The Job



New South Wales also overcame setbacks that could easily have unsettled the side. Captain James Tedesco failed a head injury assessment late in the first half and did not return, while Jack Bostock also failed a head injury assessment after the break.



The Blues barely changed.



Their defensive structure remained intact, Cameron Murray's impact from the bench strengthened the middle and Cleary continued to dictate the contest until a late penalty goal effectively sealed the result before Hudson Young crossed after the full-time siren.



Queensland will review a completion rate of just 70 per cent, 13 handling errors and a night spent chasing territory. New South Wales completed their sets more consistently, kicked more effectively and trusted Cleary to control the biggest moments. On a night when the Maroons needed to dictate terms at Suncorp, they never managed to do it, and the Origin shield is heading back to New South Wales.



Match Summary



Queensland Maroons 12 (Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, Selwyn Cobbo, Jojo Fifita tries)



lost to



New South Wales Blues 30 (Nathan Cleary 2, Cameron Murray, Bradman Best, Hudson Young tries; Nathan Cleary 4/5 goals, penalty goal)



Halftime: New South Wales 18-4



Wally Lewis Medal: Nathan Cleary (New South Wales)



Published 8-July-2026




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Queensland had done the hard part.



After losing the series opener, the Maroons responded in Perth to force a State of Origin decider back to Suncorp Stadium, putting themselves within 80 minutes of retaining the shield. What they couldn't do on Wednesday, July 8, was wrestle control of the contest away from Nathan Cleary and a New South Wales side that dominated territory, possession and the biggest moments on its way to a 30-12 victory.



Cleary scored two tries, kicked four conversions and a penalty goal before collecting the Wally Lewis Medal as player of the 2026 series, but his greatest influence came through his game management. Whenever Queensland looked capable of building pressure, the Blues halfback calmly steered the contest back onto New South Wales' terms.



Queensland Lost The Territory Battle



The opening quarter was as tight as any Origin decider should be. Both teams spilled early possession, neither side found much attacking rhythm and there was little to separate them until New South Wales began winning the battle that shaped the rest of the night — field position.



The Blues completed 38 of their 44 sets at 86 per cent, while Queensland managed 31 completions from the same number of opportunities at 70 per cent. That gap flowed through the key statistics. New South Wales enjoyed 54 per cent possession, held the ball for nearly four-and-a-half minutes longer, ran for 1,457 metres to Queensland's 1,260 and finished with 853 kicking metres compared with the Maroons' 604.



Queensland's effort in defence could hardly be questioned. The Maroons made 370 tackles but missed 47, compared with 34 by the Blues, while repeated defensive sets gradually allowed New South Wales to wear Queensland down.







Nine Minutes That Mattered



Queensland had defended strongly enough to stay in the contest until Cleary broke through for the opening try in the 14th minute.



The match then swung decisively.



Stephen Crichton's line break created Cleary's second try before Cameron Murray, only moments after entering from the interchange, burst through the middle after breaking the line himself to extend the lead to 18-0. In the space of nine minutes, an arm wrestle had become a chase.



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow's try shortly before halftime gave Queensland hope, but Sam Walker's missed conversion left the Maroons trailing 18-4 rather than within two converted tries. It proved the first of three missed conversion attempts that ultimately left six points on the field.



The Comeback Never Came



Queensland emerged after the break with renewed energy.



Consecutive set restarts finally pinned New South Wales inside its own half before Selwyn Cobbo crossed to reduce the margin to 18-8 and lift the Suncorp crowd.



The Blues answered almost immediately.



Bradman Best restored the three-score advantage after another polished attacking movement before Cleary converted. Jojo Fifita's second-half try again gave Queensland a chance to build, but another missed conversion meant the Maroons still hadn't fully capitalised on their opportunities.



The three missed conversions were costly, but they reflected a broader problem. Queensland never generated enough sustained pressure to make New South Wales uncomfortable. Thirteen handling errors repeatedly handed the initiative back to the Blues, whose kicking game and completion rate ensured the Maroons were constantly working out of their own end.



Blues Finish The Job



New South Wales also overcame setbacks that could easily have unsettled the side. Captain James Tedesco failed a head injury assessment late in the first half and did not return, while Jack Bostock also failed a head injury assessment after the break.



The Blues barely changed.



Their defensive structure remained intact, Cameron Murray's impact from the bench strengthened the middle and Cleary continued to dictate the contest until a late penalty goal effectively sealed the result before Hudson Young crossed after the full-time siren.



Queensland will review a completion rate of just 70 per cent, 13 handling errors and a night spent chasing territory. New South Wales completed their sets more consistently, kicked more effectively and trusted Cleary to control the biggest moments. On a night when the Maroons needed to dictate terms at Suncorp, they never managed to do it, and the Origin shield is heading back to New South Wales.



Match Summary



Queensland Maroons 12 (Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, Selwyn Cobbo, Jojo Fifita tries)



lost to



New South Wales Blues 30 (Nathan Cleary 2, Cameron Murray, Bradman Best, Hudson Young tries; Nathan Cleary 4/5 goals, penalty goal)



Halftime: New South Wales 18-4



Wally Lewis Medal: Nathan Cleary (New South Wales)



Published 8-July-2026




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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 20



• Brisbane Lions 126 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Port Adelaide 675







QAFL



QAFL - TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Morningside QAFL Seniors 155 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Labrador QAFL Seniors 88



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 109 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 55







QAFLW



QAFLW - Bond University



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 15 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Bond University QAFLW Seniors 12



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 38 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFLW Seniors 10















NPL



NPL Women



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Lions FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Eastern Suburbs 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0















NBL



NBL1 North



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Carmichael Ford Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Grand Finals



• Townsville Flames 85 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Hinricks Oval, Blackwater) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Central Queensland Capras 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 20



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Father Ranger Oval, Warwick) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Tweed Heads Seagulls 8 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 58








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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 20



• Brisbane Lions 126 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Port Adelaide 675







QAFL



QAFL - TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Morningside QAFL Seniors 155 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Labrador QAFL Seniors 88



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 109 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 55







QAFLW



QAFLW - Bond University



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 15 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Bond University QAFLW Seniors 12



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 38 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFLW Seniors 10















NPL



NPL Women



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Lions FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Eastern Suburbs 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0















NBL



NBL1 North



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Carmichael Ford Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Grand Finals



• Townsville Flames 85 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Hinricks Oval, Blackwater) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Central Queensland Capras 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 20



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Father Ranger Oval, Warwick) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Tweed Heads Seagulls 8 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 58








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<title><![CDATA[Hawthorne’s Crime Snapshot Points to a Busy Year After Dark]]></title>
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Hawthorne locals are being reminded to keep an eye on what is happening around the suburb after new data showed 245 offences were recorded in the area over the past year.



Read: Key Flight Path Option Offers No Noticeable Noise Relief for Hawthorne



The figures, covering 24 July 2025 to 23 July 2026, suggest the busiest stretch was after dark, with 111 offences reported between 10pm and 6am. Thursday stood out as the heaviest day, while the monthly trend showed clear bumps in spring and again in April.



Property offences lead the count



The biggest slice of the total came from theft, unlawful entry and property damage. Unlawful use of a motor vehicle also featured strongly, along with trespassing and vagrancy offences.







There were smaller numbers of drug offences, traffic and related offences, assault, fraud, good order offences, other offences against the person, handling stolen goods, weapons offences and miscellaneous offences.



The data paints a familiar picture for many inner-city and riverside suburbs: most incidents are opportunistic, but the after-hours pattern means residents are still being asked to stay switched on, especially when cars are parked on the street or homes are left unattended.



Night-time activity remains the main concern



The time-of-day chart shows a clear build-up in offences through the evening, with the 10pm to 6am window making up a large share of the total. That is the sort of pattern that often comes down to quick opportunistic behaviour rather than anything highly organised.







For Hawthorne households, that means the basics still matter. Lock up properly, keep an eye on driveways and footpaths, and let neighbours know if something looks out of place. Small habits can make a real difference in a suburb where many people are coming and going at different hours.



Crime Stoppers issues a wider warning



The local numbers land at the same time as Crime Stoppers Queensland is warning people not to fall for organised crime money traps. The statewide campaign launched in Brisbane this week, with officials warning that fake job ads, social media messages and promises of easy money are being used to recruit people into moving criminal funds.



Photo Credit: Crime Stoppers Queensland



Crime Stoppers Queensland CEO David Hansen said people should be wary of any approach that sounds too good to be true, especially if someone asks to use their bank account or share banking details.



Read: New World Order: How The 2026 World Cup Shifted Football’s Balance



The message is aimed strongly at international students and temporary visa holders, but Crime Stoppers says anyone can be targeted.



Published 24-July-2026
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Hawthorne locals are being reminded to keep an eye on what is happening around the suburb after new data showed 245 offences were recorded in the area over the past year.



Read: Key Flight Path Option Offers No Noticeable Noise Relief for Hawthorne



The figures, covering 24 July 2025 to 23 July 2026, suggest the busiest stretch was after dark, with 111 offences reported between 10pm and 6am. Thursday stood out as the heaviest day, while the monthly trend showed clear bumps in spring and again in April.



Property offences lead the count



The biggest slice of the total came from theft, unlawful entry and property damage. Unlawful use of a motor vehicle also featured strongly, along with trespassing and vagrancy offences.







There were smaller numbers of drug offences, traffic and related offences, assault, fraud, good order offences, other offences against the person, handling stolen goods, weapons offences and miscellaneous offences.



The data paints a familiar picture for many inner-city and riverside suburbs: most incidents are opportunistic, but the after-hours pattern means residents are still being asked to stay switched on, especially when cars are parked on the street or homes are left unattended.



Night-time activity remains the main concern



The time-of-day chart shows a clear build-up in offences through the evening, with the 10pm to 6am window making up a large share of the total. That is the sort of pattern that often comes down to quick opportunistic behaviour rather than anything highly organised.







For Hawthorne households, that means the basics still matter. Lock up properly, keep an eye on driveways and footpaths, and let neighbours know if something looks out of place. Small habits can make a real difference in a suburb where many people are coming and going at different hours.



Crime Stoppers issues a wider warning



The local numbers land at the same time as Crime Stoppers Queensland is warning people not to fall for organised crime money traps. The statewide campaign launched in Brisbane this week, with officials warning that fake job ads, social media messages and promises of easy money are being used to recruit people into moving criminal funds.



Photo Credit: Crime Stoppers Queensland



Crime Stoppers Queensland CEO David Hansen said people should be wary of any approach that sounds too good to be true, especially if someone asks to use their bank account or share banking details.



Read: New World Order: How The 2026 World Cup Shifted Football’s Balance



The message is aimed strongly at international students and temporary visa holders, but Crime Stoppers says anyone can be targeted.



Published 24-July-2026
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<title><![CDATA[New World Order: How The 2026 World Cup Shifted Football's Balance]]></title>
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Spain lifted the trophy, but the biggest story of the 2026 FIFA World Cup reached far beyond the final whistle.



Across a month of football in North America, the established powers still found their way into the closing rounds, yet the margin separating them from the rest of the world looked smaller than ever. Brazil fell to Norway. Germany's campaign ended in a penalty shootout against Paraguay. Morocco backed up its breakthrough in Qatar by reaching another semi-final after eliminating the Netherlands, while Cabo Verde stretched Argentina into extra time before finally being beaten.



None of those nations  lifted the trophy. All of them left the tournament with greater credibility than when they arrived. All of them changed the conversation.



By the time Spain edged Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the final, this World Cup had become about far more than one country's triumph. Reputation no longer guaranteed progress, and football's traditional hierarchy felt less certain than it had four years earlier. It was a tournament that echoed Arrigo Sacchi's enduring observation:




"Football belongs to whoever plays it best."— Arrigo Sacchi




Nobody Had An Easy Run



Look back through the knockout bracket and one thing stands out immediately: every favourite was forced to earn its place.



Argentina needed extra time to eliminate Cabo Verde in the Round of 16 before edging Switzerland in the quarter-finals and then England in the semi-finals. 



Spain's route to the title took them through Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and finally Argentina in the final, while England found themselves recovering from deficits against Mexico in the Round of 16 and Norway in the quarter-finals before securing third place against France in the bronze medal match.



Even Brazil, so often expected to contend deep into a World Cup, never reached the quarter-finals after Norway's Round of 16 upset of Brazil produced one of the tournament's defining results.



The names in the final four were familiar. The journey to get there was anything but.



The Gap Has Closed



For years, football has talked about the rise of nations outside the traditional elite. In 2026, that conversation finally felt settled.



Morocco proved their run to the semi-finals in Qatar was not a once-off. Paraguay's penalty shootout win over Germany sent another heavyweight home early. Norway's victory over Brazil confirmed they were no longer outsiders. Egypt's Round of 16 victory over Australia and Switzerland's penalty shootout win over Colombia reinforced how little now separates many of the world's best teams.



None of those results would have been dismissed as impossible. A decade ago, several would have been.



That may be the clearest sign yet of how much international football has changed.



Different Heroes Stepped Forward



One of the defining themes of the tournament wasn't the farewell of an ageing superstar. It was the arrival of players now ready to become the faces of the next World Cup cycle.



Jude Bellingham (England) drove England through the knockout rounds, scoring twice against Norway before adding another in the bronze medal match. Bukayo Saka (England) finished the tournament with a hat-trick against France. Spain never relied on one match-winner either. Ferran Torres (Spain) settled the final in extra time after Pedro Porro (Spain), Mikel Oyarzabal (Spain) and Mikel Merino (Spain) had all delivered decisive moments earlier in the tournament.



Argentina still leaned on Lionel Messi (Argentina), but Lautaro Martínez (Argentina) and Enzo Fernández (Argentina) increasingly shaped the biggest moments. Norway's charge owed much to Erling Haaland (Norway), whose performance against Brazil became one of the images of the tournament.



The stars were recognisable. The balance between generations had unmistakably shifted.



Winning Became A Squad Exercise



The deeper the tournament went, the less it resembled a contest decided by starting XIs alone.



Extra-time football became a recurring feature of the knockout rounds. Spain's victory over Argentina in the final, England's comeback against Norway in the quarter-finals and Norway's upset of Brazil in the Round of 16 all demanded more than 90 minutes of planning from the coaches involved.



Tactical flexibility, fresh legs and the ability to change a match from the bench became just as valuable as individual brilliance.



Depth was no longer a luxury. It became a requirement.



Spain Set The Standard



Spain deserved to be champions not because they dominated every opponent, but because they consistently found answers.



Their path to the trophy took them past Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and Argentina in the final. Each opponent posed a different challenge, yet Spain adapted every time. Their success was built on structure, patience and contributions from throughout the squad rather than dependence on one headline name.



In a tournament defined by narrow margins, that proved to be the difference.



A Different World Cup



Every World Cup leaves behind a champion.



Some leave behind something bigger.



The lasting memory of 2026 may not be Spain lifting the trophy. It may be the moment football finally accepted that the old hierarchy no longer offers guarantees. Traditional powers remain exactly that — powerful. But every four years, more nations arrive believing they belong, and increasingly they have the performances to justify that belief.



Spain won the World Cup.



The rest of the world ensured the race for the next one is more open than it has been in decades.



Published 20-July-2026




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Spain lifted the trophy, but the biggest story of the 2026 FIFA World Cup reached far beyond the final whistle.



Across a month of football in North America, the established powers still found their way into the closing rounds, yet the margin separating them from the rest of the world looked smaller than ever. Brazil fell to Norway. Germany's campaign ended in a penalty shootout against Paraguay. Morocco backed up its breakthrough in Qatar by reaching another semi-final after eliminating the Netherlands, while Cabo Verde stretched Argentina into extra time before finally being beaten.



None of those nations  lifted the trophy. All of them left the tournament with greater credibility than when they arrived. All of them changed the conversation.



By the time Spain edged Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the final, this World Cup had become about far more than one country's triumph. Reputation no longer guaranteed progress, and football's traditional hierarchy felt less certain than it had four years earlier. It was a tournament that echoed Arrigo Sacchi's enduring observation:




"Football belongs to whoever plays it best."— Arrigo Sacchi




Nobody Had An Easy Run



Look back through the knockout bracket and one thing stands out immediately: every favourite was forced to earn its place.



Argentina needed extra time to eliminate Cabo Verde in the Round of 16 before edging Switzerland in the quarter-finals and then England in the semi-finals. 



Spain's route to the title took them through Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and finally Argentina in the final, while England found themselves recovering from deficits against Mexico in the Round of 16 and Norway in the quarter-finals before securing third place against France in the bronze medal match.



Even Brazil, so often expected to contend deep into a World Cup, never reached the quarter-finals after Norway's Round of 16 upset of Brazil produced one of the tournament's defining results.



The names in the final four were familiar. The journey to get there was anything but.



The Gap Has Closed



For years, football has talked about the rise of nations outside the traditional elite. In 2026, that conversation finally felt settled.



Morocco proved their run to the semi-finals in Qatar was not a once-off. Paraguay's penalty shootout win over Germany sent another heavyweight home early. Norway's victory over Brazil confirmed they were no longer outsiders. Egypt's Round of 16 victory over Australia and Switzerland's penalty shootout win over Colombia reinforced how little now separates many of the world's best teams.



None of those results would have been dismissed as impossible. A decade ago, several would have been.



That may be the clearest sign yet of how much international football has changed.



Different Heroes Stepped Forward



One of the defining themes of the tournament wasn't the farewell of an ageing superstar. It was the arrival of players now ready to become the faces of the next World Cup cycle.



Jude Bellingham (England) drove England through the knockout rounds, scoring twice against Norway before adding another in the bronze medal match. Bukayo Saka (England) finished the tournament with a hat-trick against France. Spain never relied on one match-winner either. Ferran Torres (Spain) settled the final in extra time after Pedro Porro (Spain), Mikel Oyarzabal (Spain) and Mikel Merino (Spain) had all delivered decisive moments earlier in the tournament.



Argentina still leaned on Lionel Messi (Argentina), but Lautaro Martínez (Argentina) and Enzo Fernández (Argentina) increasingly shaped the biggest moments. Norway's charge owed much to Erling Haaland (Norway), whose performance against Brazil became one of the images of the tournament.



The stars were recognisable. The balance between generations had unmistakably shifted.



Winning Became A Squad Exercise



The deeper the tournament went, the less it resembled a contest decided by starting XIs alone.



Extra-time football became a recurring feature of the knockout rounds. Spain's victory over Argentina in the final, England's comeback against Norway in the quarter-finals and Norway's upset of Brazil in the Round of 16 all demanded more than 90 minutes of planning from the coaches involved.



Tactical flexibility, fresh legs and the ability to change a match from the bench became just as valuable as individual brilliance.



Depth was no longer a luxury. It became a requirement.



Spain Set The Standard



Spain deserved to be champions not because they dominated every opponent, but because they consistently found answers.



Their path to the trophy took them past Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and Argentina in the final. Each opponent posed a different challenge, yet Spain adapted every time. Their success was built on structure, patience and contributions from throughout the squad rather than dependence on one headline name.



In a tournament defined by narrow margins, that proved to be the difference.



A Different World Cup



Every World Cup leaves behind a champion.



Some leave behind something bigger.



The lasting memory of 2026 may not be Spain lifting the trophy. It may be the moment football finally accepted that the old hierarchy no longer offers guarantees. Traditional powers remain exactly that — powerful. But every four years, more nations arrive believing they belong, and increasingly they have the performances to justify that belief.



Spain won the World Cup.



The rest of the world ensured the race for the next one is more open than it has been in decades.



Published 20-July-2026




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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 17-19 July 2026]]></title>
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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Optus Stadium, Perth • Whadjuk) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 19



• West Coast Eagles 69   |   Brisbane Lions 93







QAFL



TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Kombumerri Park / Neptune Homes Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 68 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 61



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 46 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFL Seniors 128



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Aspley QAFLW Seniors 35



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Maroochydore Multi Sports Complex / Neil Upton Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Maroochydore QAFLW Seniors 13 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 17















FQPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (St Georges Park (St George Willawong FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• St George Willawong 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Caboolture Sports FC 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 0







NPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Gold Coast Knights 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 2



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Eastern Suburbs 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Magic United 4



Sun, July 19, 2026 (Goodwin Park (Olympic FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Olympic FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Roar B 1



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Gold Coast Knights 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1 North



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 91 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteors 95



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 98 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 110



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 64 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteorettes 88



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 75 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 18



• Ipswich Jets 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 52



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• Brisbane Tigers 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Western Clydesdales 14



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• WM Seagulls 14 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Cutters 16




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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Optus Stadium, Perth • Whadjuk) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 19



• West Coast Eagles 69   |   Brisbane Lions 93







QAFL



TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Kombumerri Park / Neptune Homes Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 68 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 61



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 46 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFL Seniors 128



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Aspley QAFLW Seniors 35



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Maroochydore Multi Sports Complex / Neil Upton Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Maroochydore QAFLW Seniors 13 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 17















FQPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (St Georges Park (St George Willawong FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• St George Willawong 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Caboolture Sports FC 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 0







NPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Gold Coast Knights 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 2



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Eastern Suburbs 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Magic United 4



Sun, July 19, 2026 (Goodwin Park (Olympic FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Olympic FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Roar B 1



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Gold Coast Knights 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1 North



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 91 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteors 95



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 98 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 110



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 64 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteorettes 88



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 75 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 18



• Ipswich Jets 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 52



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• Brisbane Tigers 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Western Clydesdales 14



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• WM Seagulls 14 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Cutters 16




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<title><![CDATA[Key Flight Path Option Offers No Noticeable Noise Relief for Hawthorne]]></title>
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Airservices Australia will not progress a flight path change after finding that aircraft would continue to fly over Hawthorne, Bulimba, and Balmoral on a slightly different alignment.



Read: Balmoral Resident Says Aircraft Noise Remains a Daily Challenge



Proposed Changes Rejected Due to Increased Noise Impact



A proposed flight-path change under Package 3 of the Brisbane Noise Action Plan—aimed at reducing flights over residential areas—has been scrapped. The concept involved turning aircraft at the Brisbane River before they joined the runway alignment.



While the change would have improved conditions for 30,000 residents further along the route, Airservices Australia found it would negatively impact many more. Approximately 44,000 people would be directly overflown by both short-approach arrivals and departures, increasing the total population under the departure route from 98,000 to 111,000.



Other proposed changes north and west of the airport were also rejected. These shifts would have relieved 9,000 people but placed 57,000 residents under a long-approach path for the first time—a trade-off Airservices deemed disproportionate.



Hawthorne Left Out of Confirmed Benefits



The published Package 3 material does not confirm whether any remaining measures will reduce flight frequency, noise levels, or overflights specifically in Hawthorne.



Photo Credit: Airservices Australia



This comes despite strong community engagement from the area. Hawthorne ranked eighth in two separate surveys regarding southern and eastern flight paths, with 16 respondents for the departure-path survey and 15 for the arrival path.



Approved Realignment and Night-Time Proposals



While Hawthorne misses out on direct relief, Package 3 will progress a separate south-east departure realignment. This change is estimated to benefit roughly 44,600 people in Greater Brisbane, though it remains subject to safety and environmental assessments and offers no identified benefit to Hawthorne.



Additionally, a proposal to redirect certain night departures (between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM) over industrial land remains under review. This option would apply when over-water operations are unavailable and southern winds prevail. Airservices expects safety evaluations to finish by November 2026 before updating the community on a potential trial.



Read: Hawthorne Residents to Benefit From Expanded Move Well Brisbane Program  



Community Feedback Window Open



Residents can submit feedback on the Package 3 assessment until 23 August 2026 via the Airservices Australia Noise Action Plan for Brisbane consultation portal.




SUBMIT A FEEDBACK




Published 14-July-2026
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Airservices Australia will not progress a flight path change after finding that aircraft would continue to fly over Hawthorne, Bulimba, and Balmoral on a slightly different alignment.



Read: Balmoral Resident Says Aircraft Noise Remains a Daily Challenge



Proposed Changes Rejected Due to Increased Noise Impact



A proposed flight-path change under Package 3 of the Brisbane Noise Action Plan—aimed at reducing flights over residential areas—has been scrapped. The concept involved turning aircraft at the Brisbane River before they joined the runway alignment.



While the change would have improved conditions for 30,000 residents further along the route, Airservices Australia found it would negatively impact many more. Approximately 44,000 people would be directly overflown by both short-approach arrivals and departures, increasing the total population under the departure route from 98,000 to 111,000.



Other proposed changes north and west of the airport were also rejected. These shifts would have relieved 9,000 people but placed 57,000 residents under a long-approach path for the first time—a trade-off Airservices deemed disproportionate.



Hawthorne Left Out of Confirmed Benefits



The published Package 3 material does not confirm whether any remaining measures will reduce flight frequency, noise levels, or overflights specifically in Hawthorne.



Photo Credit: Airservices Australia



This comes despite strong community engagement from the area. Hawthorne ranked eighth in two separate surveys regarding southern and eastern flight paths, with 16 respondents for the departure-path survey and 15 for the arrival path.



Approved Realignment and Night-Time Proposals



While Hawthorne misses out on direct relief, Package 3 will progress a separate south-east departure realignment. This change is estimated to benefit roughly 44,600 people in Greater Brisbane, though it remains subject to safety and environmental assessments and offers no identified benefit to Hawthorne.



Additionally, a proposal to redirect certain night departures (between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM) over industrial land remains under review. This option would apply when over-water operations are unavailable and southern winds prevail. Airservices expects safety evaluations to finish by November 2026 before updating the community on a potential trial.



Read: Hawthorne Residents to Benefit From Expanded Move Well Brisbane Program  



Community Feedback Window Open



Residents can submit feedback on the Package 3 assessment until 23 August 2026 via the Airservices Australia Noise Action Plan for Brisbane consultation portal.




SUBMIT A FEEDBACK




Published 14-July-2026
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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 10-12 July 2026]]></title>
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Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 18 • Brisbane Lions 149 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Essendon 59







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 14 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 123 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 46



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Noosa Oval / Rococo Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 14 • Noosa QAFL Seniors 82 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 59







Bond University QAFLW



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 12 • Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 30 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFLW Seniors 48















FQPL1



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Whites Hill Reserve (Holland Park Hawks FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 18 • Holland Park Hawks 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; North Star 0



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 18 • Redlands United 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1







NPL



Fri, July 10, 2026 (AJ Kelly Park (Peninsula Power FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Peninsula Power 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 0



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Brisbane Roar B 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Rochedale Rovers 1



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Lions FC 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 13 • South West Metro Pirates 86 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Gold Coast Rollers 126



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 13 • South West Metro Pirates 62 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Gold Coast Rollers 73











QRL



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – Men – Round 17 • Brisbane Tigers 30 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Logan Magpies 16



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Preston Building Sports Complex, Piggabeen) – QRL – Women – Round 6 • Tweed Heads Seagulls 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 22



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Tigers 32 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Logan Magpies 24




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Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 18 • Brisbane Lions 149 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Essendon 59







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 14 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 123 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 46



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Noosa Oval / Rococo Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 14 • Noosa QAFL Seniors 82 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 59







Bond University QAFLW



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 12 • Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 30 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFLW Seniors 48















FQPL1



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Whites Hill Reserve (Holland Park Hawks FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 18 • Holland Park Hawks 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; North Star 0



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 18 • Redlands United 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1







NPL



Fri, July 10, 2026 (AJ Kelly Park (Peninsula Power FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Peninsula Power 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 0



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Brisbane Roar B 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Rochedale Rovers 1



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Lions FC 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 13 • South West Metro Pirates 86 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Gold Coast Rollers 126



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 13 • South West Metro Pirates 62 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Gold Coast Rollers 73











QRL



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – Men – Round 17 • Brisbane Tigers 30 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Logan Magpies 16



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Preston Building Sports Complex, Piggabeen) – QRL – Women – Round 6 • Tweed Heads Seagulls 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 22



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Tigers 32 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Logan Magpies 24




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<title><![CDATA[Maroons Couldn't Break The Blues' Grip As Cleary Guides NSW To Origin Shield]]></title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:26:01 +0000</pubDate>
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Queensland had done the hard part.



After losing the series opener, the Maroons responded in Perth to force a State of Origin decider back to Suncorp Stadium, putting themselves within 80 minutes of retaining the shield. What they couldn't do on Wednesday, July 8, was wrestle control of the contest away from Nathan Cleary and a New South Wales side that dominated territory, possession and the biggest moments on its way to a 30-12 victory.



Cleary scored two tries, kicked four conversions and a penalty goal before collecting the Wally Lewis Medal as player of the 2026 series, but his greatest influence came through his game management. Whenever Queensland looked capable of building pressure, the Blues halfback calmly steered the contest back onto New South Wales' terms.



Queensland Lost The Territory Battle



The opening quarter was as tight as any Origin decider should be. Both teams spilled early possession, neither side found much attacking rhythm and there was little to separate them until New South Wales began winning the battle that shaped the rest of the night — field position.



The Blues completed 38 of their 44 sets at 86 per cent, while Queensland managed 31 completions from the same number of opportunities at 70 per cent. That gap flowed through the key statistics. New South Wales enjoyed 54 per cent possession, held the ball for nearly four-and-a-half minutes longer, ran for 1,457 metres to Queensland's 1,260 and finished with 853 kicking metres compared with the Maroons' 604.



Queensland's effort in defence could hardly be questioned. The Maroons made 370 tackles but missed 47, compared with 34 by the Blues, while repeated defensive sets gradually allowed New South Wales to wear Queensland down.







Nine Minutes That Mattered



Queensland had defended strongly enough to stay in the contest until Cleary broke through for the opening try in the 14th minute.



The match then swung decisively.



Stephen Crichton's line break created Cleary's second try before Cameron Murray, only moments after entering from the interchange, burst through the middle after breaking the line himself to extend the lead to 18-0. In the space of nine minutes, an arm wrestle had become a chase.



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow's try shortly before halftime gave Queensland hope, but Sam Walker's missed conversion left the Maroons trailing 18-4 rather than within two converted tries. It proved the first of three missed conversion attempts that ultimately left six points on the field.



The Comeback Never Came



Queensland emerged after the break with renewed energy.



Consecutive set restarts finally pinned New South Wales inside its own half before Selwyn Cobbo crossed to reduce the margin to 18-8 and lift the Suncorp crowd.



The Blues answered almost immediately.



Bradman Best restored the three-score advantage after another polished attacking movement before Cleary converted. Jojo Fifita's second-half try again gave Queensland a chance to build, but another missed conversion meant the Maroons still hadn't fully capitalised on their opportunities.



The three missed conversions were costly, but they reflected a broader problem. Queensland never generated enough sustained pressure to make New South Wales uncomfortable. Thirteen handling errors repeatedly handed the initiative back to the Blues, whose kicking game and completion rate ensured the Maroons were constantly working out of their own end.



Blues Finish The Job



New South Wales also overcame setbacks that could easily have unsettled the side. Captain James Tedesco failed a head injury assessment late in the first half and did not return, while Jack Bostock also failed a head injury assessment after the break.



The Blues barely changed.



Their defensive structure remained intact, Cameron Murray's impact from the bench strengthened the middle and Cleary continued to dictate the contest until a late penalty goal effectively sealed the result before Hudson Young crossed after the full-time siren.



Queensland will review a completion rate of just 70 per cent, 13 handling errors and a night spent chasing territory. New South Wales completed their sets more consistently, kicked more effectively and trusted Cleary to control the biggest moments. On a night when the Maroons needed to dictate terms at Suncorp, they never managed to do it, and the Origin shield is heading back to New South Wales.



Match Summary



Queensland Maroons 12 (Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, Selwyn Cobbo, Jojo Fifita tries)



lost to



New South Wales Blues 30 (Nathan Cleary 2, Cameron Murray, Bradman Best, Hudson Young tries; Nathan Cleary 4/5 goals, penalty goal)



Halftime: New South Wales 18-4



Wally Lewis Medal: Nathan Cleary (New South Wales)



Published 8-July-2026




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Queensland had done the hard part.



After losing the series opener, the Maroons responded in Perth to force a State of Origin decider back to Suncorp Stadium, putting themselves within 80 minutes of retaining the shield. What they couldn't do on Wednesday, July 8, was wrestle control of the contest away from Nathan Cleary and a New South Wales side that dominated territory, possession and the biggest moments on its way to a 30-12 victory.



Cleary scored two tries, kicked four conversions and a penalty goal before collecting the Wally Lewis Medal as player of the 2026 series, but his greatest influence came through his game management. Whenever Queensland looked capable of building pressure, the Blues halfback calmly steered the contest back onto New South Wales' terms.



Queensland Lost The Territory Battle



The opening quarter was as tight as any Origin decider should be. Both teams spilled early possession, neither side found much attacking rhythm and there was little to separate them until New South Wales began winning the battle that shaped the rest of the night — field position.



The Blues completed 38 of their 44 sets at 86 per cent, while Queensland managed 31 completions from the same number of opportunities at 70 per cent. That gap flowed through the key statistics. New South Wales enjoyed 54 per cent possession, held the ball for nearly four-and-a-half minutes longer, ran for 1,457 metres to Queensland's 1,260 and finished with 853 kicking metres compared with the Maroons' 604.



Queensland's effort in defence could hardly be questioned. The Maroons made 370 tackles but missed 47, compared with 34 by the Blues, while repeated defensive sets gradually allowed New South Wales to wear Queensland down.







Nine Minutes That Mattered



Queensland had defended strongly enough to stay in the contest until Cleary broke through for the opening try in the 14th minute.



The match then swung decisively.



Stephen Crichton's line break created Cleary's second try before Cameron Murray, only moments after entering from the interchange, burst through the middle after breaking the line himself to extend the lead to 18-0. In the space of nine minutes, an arm wrestle had become a chase.



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow's try shortly before halftime gave Queensland hope, but Sam Walker's missed conversion left the Maroons trailing 18-4 rather than within two converted tries. It proved the first of three missed conversion attempts that ultimately left six points on the field.



The Comeback Never Came



Queensland emerged after the break with renewed energy.



Consecutive set restarts finally pinned New South Wales inside its own half before Selwyn Cobbo crossed to reduce the margin to 18-8 and lift the Suncorp crowd.



The Blues answered almost immediately.



Bradman Best restored the three-score advantage after another polished attacking movement before Cleary converted. Jojo Fifita's second-half try again gave Queensland a chance to build, but another missed conversion meant the Maroons still hadn't fully capitalised on their opportunities.



The three missed conversions were costly, but they reflected a broader problem. Queensland never generated enough sustained pressure to make New South Wales uncomfortable. Thirteen handling errors repeatedly handed the initiative back to the Blues, whose kicking game and completion rate ensured the Maroons were constantly working out of their own end.



Blues Finish The Job



New South Wales also overcame setbacks that could easily have unsettled the side. Captain James Tedesco failed a head injury assessment late in the first half and did not return, while Jack Bostock also failed a head injury assessment after the break.



The Blues barely changed.



Their defensive structure remained intact, Cameron Murray's impact from the bench strengthened the middle and Cleary continued to dictate the contest until a late penalty goal effectively sealed the result before Hudson Young crossed after the full-time siren.



Queensland will review a completion rate of just 70 per cent, 13 handling errors and a night spent chasing territory. New South Wales completed their sets more consistently, kicked more effectively and trusted Cleary to control the biggest moments. On a night when the Maroons needed to dictate terms at Suncorp, they never managed to do it, and the Origin shield is heading back to New South Wales.



Match Summary



Queensland Maroons 12 (Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, Selwyn Cobbo, Jojo Fifita tries)



lost to



New South Wales Blues 30 (Nathan Cleary 2, Cameron Murray, Bradman Best, Hudson Young tries; Nathan Cleary 4/5 goals, penalty goal)



Halftime: New South Wales 18-4



Wally Lewis Medal: Nathan Cleary (New South Wales)



Published 8-July-2026




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<title><![CDATA[Balmoral Resident Says Aircraft Noise Remains a Daily Challenge]]></title>
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Nearly six years after Brisbane Airport’s second runway opened, Balmoral resident Andrew Bird says aircraft noise continues to shape daily life in Brisbane’s eastern suburbs.



Read: Cheers and Tears as Young Couple Secures First Home in Norman Park



Mr Bird has lived in Balmoral for more than 20 years and has been raising concerns about aircraft noise since the new runway began operating in 2020. In 2023, he also lodged a submission with the Aviation Green Paper consultation, arguing that increasing aircraft movements had affected the liveability of his neighbourhood.



While aviation authorities say they have introduced several initiatives to reduce aircraft noise where possible, Mr Bird believes the changes have not made a noticeable difference for residents living beneath existing flight paths.



A suburb transformed by frequent aircraft movements



Mr Bird says aircraft using Brisbane Airport’s original runway created a level of noise that residents learned to live with over many years.



However, he believes the opening of the new runway changed that experience. According to Mr Bird, aircraft now pass over Balmoral far more often, with flights beginning around 6:00 a.m., continuing throughout the day and extending into the evening, before overnight movements continue at lower levels.



He says the constant aircraft activity has changed how people use their homes and gardens and has affected the sense of comfort many residents once enjoyed in the area.



Airservices says work continues to reduce aircraft noise



Airservices Australia says reducing aircraft noise remains a priority through its ongoing Noise Action Plan for Brisbane, which was developed after community concerns emerged following the opening of Brisbane Airport’s second runway.



One of the agency’s major initiatives has been increasing the use of Simultaneous Opposite Direction Parallel Runway Operations, commonly known as SODPROPS.



Under this operating mode, aircraft arrive over Moreton Bay to Brisbane Airport’s western runway while departures leave from the eastern runway over water whenever weather and operational conditions allow. Airservices says this approach reduces the number of people affected by aircraft noise compared with standard operations.&nbsp;&nbsp;



Photo Credit: Airservices Australia



According to Airservices’ latest progress report, operational changes introduced in late 2024 increased the altitude of aircraft crossing Brisbane’s bayside coastline by about 4,000 to 5,000 feet. The agency says the revised departure paths also reduce the number of people overflown during these operations.&nbsp;&nbsp;



Airservices also reports that the use of SODPROPS increased from 1.4 per cent of Brisbane Airport flights in 2024 to 2.63 per cent in 2025. It says operational improvements have increased its ability to use the system by around 40 per cent under comparable weather conditions.&nbsp;&nbsp;



The agency estimates each over-water departure means about 300,000 fewer people are overflown during southerly wind conditions and about 500,000 fewer people during northerly winds compared with standard runway operations.&nbsp;&nbsp;



Brisbane Airport is trialling another approach



Brisbane Airport is also testing ways to increase over-water aircraft movements.



In December 2025, the airport began an 18-month voluntary tailwind data trial in partnership with Airservices Australia and with support from the Civil Aviation Safety Authority.



The trial is collecting operational data to determine whether more aircraft can safely use over-water arrivals and departures during overnight hours between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. Participation remains voluntary for pilots and only occurs when weather and operational conditions meet strict safety requirements.



Brisbane Airport says the trial is designed to gather evidence that could support greater use of over-water operations in the future if safety standards continue to be met.



Safety remains the deciding factor



Although residents often ask why more aircraft cannot simply fly over Moreton Bay, Airservices Australia says the answer is more complex.



Flight path decisions depend on aircraft performance, weather conditions, runway availability, air traffic levels, military airspace and national aviation safety standards.



According to the agency, suitable conditions for SODPROPS existed during only 968 of the 4,377 priority operating hours identified in 2025. When those conditions were available, the operating mode was used about 82 per cent of the time. Airservices says weather remains the biggest factor limiting greater use of over-water departures.&nbsp;&nbsp;



Residents say more progress is needed



Despite the initiatives introduced over recent years, Mr Bird says they have not changed his day-to-day experience.



He believes aircraft noise continues to affect the liveability of Balmoral and nearby suburbs and says authorities should continue looking for practical ways to reduce the impact on established neighbourhoods.



Read: Commonwealth Games Call-Up for Balmoral Cycling Club Rider Molly McGill



Airservices Australia says it will continue refining Brisbane’s Noise Action Plan while balancing community concerns with the safe and efficient operation of one of Australia’s busiest airports.Published 8-July-2026
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Nearly six years after Brisbane Airport’s second runway opened, Balmoral resident Andrew Bird says aircraft noise continues to shape daily life in Brisbane’s eastern suburbs.



Read: Cheers and Tears as Young Couple Secures First Home in Norman Park



Mr Bird has lived in Balmoral for more than 20 years and has been raising concerns about aircraft noise since the new runway began operating in 2020. In 2023, he also lodged a submission with the Aviation Green Paper consultation, arguing that increasing aircraft movements had affected the liveability of his neighbourhood.



While aviation authorities say they have introduced several initiatives to reduce aircraft noise where possible, Mr Bird believes the changes have not made a noticeable difference for residents living beneath existing flight paths.



A suburb transformed by frequent aircraft movements



Mr Bird says aircraft using Brisbane Airport’s original runway created a level of noise that residents learned to live with over many years.



However, he believes the opening of the new runway changed that experience. According to Mr Bird, aircraft now pass over Balmoral far more often, with flights beginning around 6:00 a.m., continuing throughout the day and extending into the evening, before overnight movements continue at lower levels.



He says the constant aircraft activity has changed how people use their homes and gardens and has affected the sense of comfort many residents once enjoyed in the area.



Airservices says work continues to reduce aircraft noise



Airservices Australia says reducing aircraft noise remains a priority through its ongoing Noise Action Plan for Brisbane, which was developed after community concerns emerged following the opening of Brisbane Airport’s second runway.



One of the agency’s major initiatives has been increasing the use of Simultaneous Opposite Direction Parallel Runway Operations, commonly known as SODPROPS.



Under this operating mode, aircraft arrive over Moreton Bay to Brisbane Airport’s western runway while departures leave from the eastern runway over water whenever weather and operational conditions allow. Airservices says this approach reduces the number of people affected by aircraft noise compared with standard operations.&nbsp;&nbsp;



Photo Credit: Airservices Australia



According to Airservices’ latest progress report, operational changes introduced in late 2024 increased the altitude of aircraft crossing Brisbane’s bayside coastline by about 4,000 to 5,000 feet. The agency says the revised departure paths also reduce the number of people overflown during these operations.&nbsp;&nbsp;



Airservices also reports that the use of SODPROPS increased from 1.4 per cent of Brisbane Airport flights in 2024 to 2.63 per cent in 2025. It says operational improvements have increased its ability to use the system by around 40 per cent under comparable weather conditions.&nbsp;&nbsp;



The agency estimates each over-water departure means about 300,000 fewer people are overflown during southerly wind conditions and about 500,000 fewer people during northerly winds compared with standard runway operations.&nbsp;&nbsp;



Brisbane Airport is trialling another approach



Brisbane Airport is also testing ways to increase over-water aircraft movements.



In December 2025, the airport began an 18-month voluntary tailwind data trial in partnership with Airservices Australia and with support from the Civil Aviation Safety Authority.



The trial is collecting operational data to determine whether more aircraft can safely use over-water arrivals and departures during overnight hours between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. Participation remains voluntary for pilots and only occurs when weather and operational conditions meet strict safety requirements.



Brisbane Airport says the trial is designed to gather evidence that could support greater use of over-water operations in the future if safety standards continue to be met.



Safety remains the deciding factor



Although residents often ask why more aircraft cannot simply fly over Moreton Bay, Airservices Australia says the answer is more complex.



Flight path decisions depend on aircraft performance, weather conditions, runway availability, air traffic levels, military airspace and national aviation safety standards.



According to the agency, suitable conditions for SODPROPS existed during only 968 of the 4,377 priority operating hours identified in 2025. When those conditions were available, the operating mode was used about 82 per cent of the time. Airservices says weather remains the biggest factor limiting greater use of over-water departures.&nbsp;&nbsp;



Residents say more progress is needed



Despite the initiatives introduced over recent years, Mr Bird says they have not changed his day-to-day experience.



He believes aircraft noise continues to affect the liveability of Balmoral and nearby suburbs and says authorities should continue looking for practical ways to reduce the impact on established neighbourhoods.



Read: Commonwealth Games Call-Up for Balmoral Cycling Club Rider Molly McGill



Airservices Australia says it will continue refining Brisbane’s Noise Action Plan while balancing community concerns with the safe and efficient operation of one of Australia’s busiest airports.Published 8-July-2026
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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 3-5 July 2026]]></title>
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FQPL1



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Briggs Road Sporting Complex, Ipswich) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 17 • Ipswich FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 3



Sat, July 4, 2026 (John Fredericks Park, Capalaba) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 17 • Capalaba FC 0   |   St George Willawong 2







NPL



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Carmichael Park, Wynnum) – NPL Men – Round 17 • Wynnum Wolves 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Rochedale Rovers 1



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Heath Park, Brisbane) – NPL Men – Round 17 • Eastern Suburbs 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Peninsula Power 3



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre, Gold Coast) – NPL Men – Round 17 • Gold Coast Knights 2 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Moreton City Excelsior 1



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre, Gold Coast) – NPL Women – Round 21 • Gold Coast Knights 5 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1



Sun, July 5, 2026 (Spencer Park, Brisbane) – NPL Women – Round 21 • Brisbane City 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium, Brisbane) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 12 • South West Metro Pirates 73 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Logan Thunder 81



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium, Brisbane) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 12 • South West Metro Pirates 85 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Logan Thunder 112



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Rowland Cowan Stadium, Brisbane) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 12 • Southern Districts Spartans 79 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Cairns Dolphins 86



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Rowland Cowan Stadium, Brisbane) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 12 • Southern Districts Spartans 83 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Cairns Marlins 99











QRL



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Preston Building Sports Complex, Tweed Heads) – QRL Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 16 • Tweed Heads Seagulls 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 26



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Preston Building Sports Complex, Tweed Heads) – QRL BMD Premiership – Women – Round 5 • Tweed Heads Seagulls 14 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 38



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Stafford Park, Hervey Bay) – QRL BMD Premiership – Women – Round 5 • WM Seagulls 28 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Western Clydesdales 6




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FQPL1



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Briggs Road Sporting Complex, Ipswich) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 17 • Ipswich FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 3



Sat, July 4, 2026 (John Fredericks Park, Capalaba) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 17 • Capalaba FC 0   |   St George Willawong 2







NPL



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Carmichael Park, Wynnum) – NPL Men – Round 17 • Wynnum Wolves 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Rochedale Rovers 1



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Heath Park, Brisbane) – NPL Men – Round 17 • Eastern Suburbs 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Peninsula Power 3



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre, Gold Coast) – NPL Men – Round 17 • Gold Coast Knights 2 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Moreton City Excelsior 1



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre, Gold Coast) – NPL Women – Round 21 • Gold Coast Knights 5 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1



Sun, July 5, 2026 (Spencer Park, Brisbane) – NPL Women – Round 21 • Brisbane City 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium, Brisbane) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 12 • South West Metro Pirates 73 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Logan Thunder 81



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium, Brisbane) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 12 • South West Metro Pirates 85 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Logan Thunder 112



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Rowland Cowan Stadium, Brisbane) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 12 • Southern Districts Spartans 79 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Cairns Dolphins 86



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Rowland Cowan Stadium, Brisbane) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 12 • Southern Districts Spartans 83 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Cairns Marlins 99











QRL



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Preston Building Sports Complex, Tweed Heads) – QRL Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 16 • Tweed Heads Seagulls 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 26



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Preston Building Sports Complex, Tweed Heads) – QRL BMD Premiership – Women – Round 5 • Tweed Heads Seagulls 14 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 38



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Stafford Park, Hervey Bay) – QRL BMD Premiership – Women – Round 5 • WM Seagulls 28 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Western Clydesdales 6




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<title><![CDATA[Socceroos' World Cup Ends In Penalty Heartbreak Against Egypt]]></title>
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The Socceroos had the game in front of them.



Not comfortably. Not cleanly. But after falling behind early, losing Jordy Bos before halftime and riding out Egypt's late pressure, Australia had dragged its Round of 32 clash in Arlington all the way to penalties.



That was where the dream ended.



Australia's FIFA World Cup campaign came to a painful close at Dallas Stadium on Saturday, July 4 (AEST), beaten 4-2 in a shootout by Egypt after the match finished 1-1 following extra time.



For the Socceroos, it means the wait for a first men's World Cup knockout victory goes on. For Egypt, it means a place in the Round of 16 and a meeting with Argentina.



Australia Starts Brightly But Pays For One Lapse



Tony Popovic kept faith with the same starting side that drew 0-0 with Paraguay, with Harry Souttar again captaining the team and Nestory Irankunda leading the line.



Australia began with enough intent to suggest the occasion had not overwhelmed them. Cristian Volpato skimmed the top of the bar from distance, Jordy Bos carried the ball with purpose down the flank, and the Socceroos found early joy whenever they moved the ball quickly into Egypt's half.



Egypt, though, needed only one lapse to take the lead.



After Australia failed to fully clear a set-piece situation in the 13th minute, Karim Hafez clipped the ball back into the area and Emam Ashour timed his run superbly to head past Patrick Beach.



From Australia's perspective, it was a disappointing goal to concede after such a positive opening.



The response, however, was encouraging. Australia did not retreat or allow the match to drift away. Volpato continued to find pockets of space, Aziz Behich forced Mostafa Shobeir into a save after clever work from Irankunda, and a series of set pieces gradually began asking questions of Egypt's defence.



By halftime, the Socceroos were still behind, but they remained firmly in the contest.



The greater concern was Bos, who was forced off with a knee injury after a heavy challenge late in the half. Kai Trewin replaced him for his World Cup debut.



O'Neill Delivery Brings Australia Back



The second half opened with chances at both ends.



Omar Marmoush squandered a major opportunity for Egypt soon after the restart, while Jackson Irvine's cross at the other end only just escaped Connor Metcalfe arriving at the back post.



Australia eventually found its reward in the 55th minute through a set piece that had looked increasingly dangerous throughout the morning.



Aiden O'Neill won the free kick before curling an inviting ball into the six-yard area. Mohamed Hany attempted to deal with it but could only glance the ball into his own net.



It went down as an own goal, but Australia had earned it through sustained pressure and persistence.



For a period after that, the match felt there to be taken. Popovic introduced Mohamed Touré and Ajdin Hrustic as Australia searched for fresh legs and greater attacking spark, but neither side could find the decisive breakthrough.



Egypt finished regulation time strongly and Beach, who had already been one of Australia's standout performers throughout the tournament, produced another defining moment when he somehow kept out Rami Rabia's powerful header to force extra time.



Penalty Gamble Falls Short



Extra time was tense rather than expansive.



Egypt enjoyed more of the territory without creating many clear openings, while Australia looked to spring forward whenever space appeared. Awer Mabil, introduced alongside Paul Okon-Engstler at the start of extra time, created Australia's final opportunity when he won a free kick just outside the penalty area in the 117th minute.



His effort struck the defensive wall.



With penalties approaching, Popovic made one final change.



Maty Ryan replaced Beach in the 119th minute, taking over both the gloves and the captain's armband for the shootout.



It was a bold decision and one that will inevitably be discussed. Beach had been outstanding throughout the tournament, but Popovic backed the experience of Ryan for the penalties.



Egypt held its nerve.



Jackson Irvine and Mabil converted Australia's first two spot kicks, but Harry Souttar lifted his effort over the crossbar before Lucas Herrington's penalty cannoned off the woodwork.



Egypt converted all four of its attempts, with Hossam Abdelmaguid calmly sending Ryan the wrong way to seal the shootout and Australia's elimination.



A Campaign That Leaves Hope As Well As Heartbreak



There won't be much consolation immediately after a defeat like this.



Australia had enough of the game to believe it could progress. The Socceroos responded well after conceding early, defended resolutely for long periods and found an equaliser that shifted momentum. Beach again produced crucial saves and, for much of the second half, Australia looked every bit capable of finding a winner.



That is why this defeat will hurt.



There will be questions over the late goalkeeper substitution, the missed penalties and Australia's inability to turn promising attacking passages into goals from open play. They are all conversations Popovic and his staff will have once the disappointment begins to settle.



Beyond that disappointment, though, this tournament also offered genuine reasons for optimism. Beach emerged as one of Australia's breakout performers, Volpato looked increasingly comfortable at international level, while Irankunda, Herrington, Bos and Okon-Engstler gained invaluable experience on football's biggest stage.



The Socceroos reached the knockout rounds for only the third time in their history and came within a penalty shootout of taking another step forward.



That won't ease the disappointment in the dressing room today.



In time, however, this campaign may be remembered not only for the heartbreak in Dallas, but for the foundations it laid for the next generation of Australian football.



Published 4-July-2026
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The Socceroos had the game in front of them.



Not comfortably. Not cleanly. But after falling behind early, losing Jordy Bos before halftime and riding out Egypt's late pressure, Australia had dragged its Round of 32 clash in Arlington all the way to penalties.



That was where the dream ended.



Australia's FIFA World Cup campaign came to a painful close at Dallas Stadium on Saturday, July 4 (AEST), beaten 4-2 in a shootout by Egypt after the match finished 1-1 following extra time.



For the Socceroos, it means the wait for a first men's World Cup knockout victory goes on. For Egypt, it means a place in the Round of 16 and a meeting with Argentina.



Australia Starts Brightly But Pays For One Lapse



Tony Popovic kept faith with the same starting side that drew 0-0 with Paraguay, with Harry Souttar again captaining the team and Nestory Irankunda leading the line.



Australia began with enough intent to suggest the occasion had not overwhelmed them. Cristian Volpato skimmed the top of the bar from distance, Jordy Bos carried the ball with purpose down the flank, and the Socceroos found early joy whenever they moved the ball quickly into Egypt's half.



Egypt, though, needed only one lapse to take the lead.



After Australia failed to fully clear a set-piece situation in the 13th minute, Karim Hafez clipped the ball back into the area and Emam Ashour timed his run superbly to head past Patrick Beach.



From Australia's perspective, it was a disappointing goal to concede after such a positive opening.



The response, however, was encouraging. Australia did not retreat or allow the match to drift away. Volpato continued to find pockets of space, Aziz Behich forced Mostafa Shobeir into a save after clever work from Irankunda, and a series of set pieces gradually began asking questions of Egypt's defence.



By halftime, the Socceroos were still behind, but they remained firmly in the contest.



The greater concern was Bos, who was forced off with a knee injury after a heavy challenge late in the half. Kai Trewin replaced him for his World Cup debut.



O'Neill Delivery Brings Australia Back



The second half opened with chances at both ends.



Omar Marmoush squandered a major opportunity for Egypt soon after the restart, while Jackson Irvine's cross at the other end only just escaped Connor Metcalfe arriving at the back post.



Australia eventually found its reward in the 55th minute through a set piece that had looked increasingly dangerous throughout the morning.



Aiden O'Neill won the free kick before curling an inviting ball into the six-yard area. Mohamed Hany attempted to deal with it but could only glance the ball into his own net.



It went down as an own goal, but Australia had earned it through sustained pressure and persistence.



For a period after that, the match felt there to be taken. Popovic introduced Mohamed Touré and Ajdin Hrustic as Australia searched for fresh legs and greater attacking spark, but neither side could find the decisive breakthrough.



Egypt finished regulation time strongly and Beach, who had already been one of Australia's standout performers throughout the tournament, produced another defining moment when he somehow kept out Rami Rabia's powerful header to force extra time.



Penalty Gamble Falls Short



Extra time was tense rather than expansive.



Egypt enjoyed more of the territory without creating many clear openings, while Australia looked to spring forward whenever space appeared. Awer Mabil, introduced alongside Paul Okon-Engstler at the start of extra time, created Australia's final opportunity when he won a free kick just outside the penalty area in the 117th minute.



His effort struck the defensive wall.



With penalties approaching, Popovic made one final change.



Maty Ryan replaced Beach in the 119th minute, taking over both the gloves and the captain's armband for the shootout.



It was a bold decision and one that will inevitably be discussed. Beach had been outstanding throughout the tournament, but Popovic backed the experience of Ryan for the penalties.



Egypt held its nerve.



Jackson Irvine and Mabil converted Australia's first two spot kicks, but Harry Souttar lifted his effort over the crossbar before Lucas Herrington's penalty cannoned off the woodwork.



Egypt converted all four of its attempts, with Hossam Abdelmaguid calmly sending Ryan the wrong way to seal the shootout and Australia's elimination.



A Campaign That Leaves Hope As Well As Heartbreak



There won't be much consolation immediately after a defeat like this.



Australia had enough of the game to believe it could progress. The Socceroos responded well after conceding early, defended resolutely for long periods and found an equaliser that shifted momentum. Beach again produced crucial saves and, for much of the second half, Australia looked every bit capable of finding a winner.



That is why this defeat will hurt.



There will be questions over the late goalkeeper substitution, the missed penalties and Australia's inability to turn promising attacking passages into goals from open play. They are all conversations Popovic and his staff will have once the disappointment begins to settle.



Beyond that disappointment, though, this tournament also offered genuine reasons for optimism. Beach emerged as one of Australia's breakout performers, Volpato looked increasingly comfortable at international level, while Irankunda, Herrington, Bos and Okon-Engstler gained invaluable experience on football's biggest stage.



The Socceroos reached the knockout rounds for only the third time in their history and came within a penalty shootout of taking another step forward.



That won't ease the disappointment in the dressing room today.



In time, however, this campaign may be remembered not only for the heartbreak in Dallas, but for the foundations it laid for the next generation of Australian football.



Published 4-July-2026
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<title><![CDATA[Robyn Brown Brings Intimate Jazz Night to Mansfield Tavern's New Concert Series]]></title>
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Jazz vocalist Robyn Brown will headline the first Mansfield Sessions at Mansfield Tavern, launching a new concert series that brings intimate live performances to Brisbane's southside. 



Read: Carindale Families Invited to Explore 42nd Anniversary Coorparoo Quilters Exhibition



The inaugural event takes place on Thursday 30 July at Mansfield Tavern on Wecker Road, with Brown joined by The Indigo Collective for an evening of jazz standards, blues, soul and improvisation in a relaxed listening setting.



Robyn Brown opens Mansfield Sessions



Mansfield Tavern is launching a new live music series that puts the spotlight on intimate performances, with acclaimed jazz vocalist Robyn Brown and The Indigo Collective headlining the first instalment.








The performance marks the debut of Mansfield Sessions, a themed concert series designed to give audiences a closer live music experience in a smaller setting where dinner, drinks and quality performances go hand in hand.



A voice shaped by the jazz tradition



Brown has built a career performing across Australia and Europe, earning a reputation for her warm vocals and deep appreciation of jazz's rich history. Her performances move comfortably through blues, swing, Latin rhythms, bebop, soul jazz and original material while paying tribute to some of the genre's most influential singers.








She will be joined by The Indigo Collective, featuring Ross Nixon, Peter Walters, Phil Hayter and Trent Bryson-Dean. 



Together, the group brings decades of experience performing internationally, composing for film and appearing on Australian television, while remaining grounded in the spontaneity and musical conversation that define live jazz.



An evening for jazz lovers



Rather than a high-volume pub gig, the Mansfield Sessions format focuses on attentive listening in an intimate room. Brown and the band will perform a carefully selected mix of jazz standards, lesser-known favourites and familiar classics, with plenty of room for improvisation throughout the evening.



The concert offers locals the chance to experience accomplished live jazz in a relaxed setting, whether they're long-time enthusiasts or simply looking to discover something different.



Plan your visit



Robyn Brown and The Indigo Collective perform at Mansfield Tavern, 181 Wecker Road, Mansfield, on Thursday 30 July. The show begins at 6.30pm.



Seating is limited and bookings are recommended. Tickets are available through Oztix. For enquiries, email info@sassyjazz.com.au.



Read: Why Service Learning Matters: Some Lessons Can’t Be Taught in a Classroom



Published 28-July-2026




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Jazz vocalist Robyn Brown will headline the first Mansfield Sessions at Mansfield Tavern, launching a new concert series that brings intimate live performances to Brisbane's southside. 



Read: Carindale Families Invited to Explore 42nd Anniversary Coorparoo Quilters Exhibition



The inaugural event takes place on Thursday 30 July at Mansfield Tavern on Wecker Road, with Brown joined by The Indigo Collective for an evening of jazz standards, blues, soul and improvisation in a relaxed listening setting.



Robyn Brown opens Mansfield Sessions



Mansfield Tavern is launching a new live music series that puts the spotlight on intimate performances, with acclaimed jazz vocalist Robyn Brown and The Indigo Collective headlining the first instalment.








The performance marks the debut of Mansfield Sessions, a themed concert series designed to give audiences a closer live music experience in a smaller setting where dinner, drinks and quality performances go hand in hand.



A voice shaped by the jazz tradition



Brown has built a career performing across Australia and Europe, earning a reputation for her warm vocals and deep appreciation of jazz's rich history. Her performances move comfortably through blues, swing, Latin rhythms, bebop, soul jazz and original material while paying tribute to some of the genre's most influential singers.








She will be joined by The Indigo Collective, featuring Ross Nixon, Peter Walters, Phil Hayter and Trent Bryson-Dean. 



Together, the group brings decades of experience performing internationally, composing for film and appearing on Australian television, while remaining grounded in the spontaneity and musical conversation that define live jazz.



An evening for jazz lovers



Rather than a high-volume pub gig, the Mansfield Sessions format focuses on attentive listening in an intimate room. Brown and the band will perform a carefully selected mix of jazz standards, lesser-known favourites and familiar classics, with plenty of room for improvisation throughout the evening.



The concert offers locals the chance to experience accomplished live jazz in a relaxed setting, whether they're long-time enthusiasts or simply looking to discover something different.



Plan your visit



Robyn Brown and The Indigo Collective perform at Mansfield Tavern, 181 Wecker Road, Mansfield, on Thursday 30 July. The show begins at 6.30pm.



Seating is limited and bookings are recommended. Tickets are available through Oztix. For enquiries, email info@sassyjazz.com.au.



Read: Why Service Learning Matters: Some Lessons Can’t Be Taught in a Classroom



Published 28-July-2026




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<title><![CDATA[Citipointe Graduate Ullrich Muller Claims First International Medal With Commonwealth Games Silver]]></title>
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Former Citipointe Christian College student Ullrich Muller has reached a major career milestone, claiming a silver medal in the men's T38 100m at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow and securing the first international medal of his career.







Read: Citipointe Christian College in Carindale Defies National Slump With Top-Tier Academic Results







The Brisbane para sprinter crossed the finish line in 11.19 seconds with a legal +0.2 metres per second tailwind, delivering what he described as the best race of his career. Muller finished just behind England's Paralympic champion Thomas Young, who claimed gold in 11.11 seconds, earning Australia another medal on the opening day of the athletics program.



The result follows a breakthrough 2025 season that helped establish the Citipointe alumnus among Australia's emerging para-athletes.



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Muller remains closely connected to Brisbane, where he trains and studies. A graduate of Citipointe Christian College in Carindale, Class of 2024, he is also an Information Technology student at the Queensland University of Technology (QUT), balancing elite sport with university studies through QUT's elite athlete program.



First International Medal



Photo credit: Facebook/Australian Athletics



The silver medal marks a significant milestone for the Queensland athlete, giving him his first podium finish at a major international championship.



After the race, Muller described the performance as his strongest yet. He said he was thrilled to have claimed silver after racing closely with Thomas Young and believed it was the best performance of his career.



Athletics Australia also celebrated the achievement, noting that the Brisbane-based sprinter secured his first global medal after a breakout year in 2025. His performance placed him on the Commonwealth Games podium for the first time and continued Australia's strong start to the athletics competition.







Read: Mansfield State High School and Citipointe Christian College Among Queensland Schools Bucking Trends in Latest Rankings







While Muller celebrated silver, fellow Australian Thomas McGough, making his Commonwealth Games debut at just 15 years of age, finished fourth in 11.74 seconds.



Muller trains under coach Stacey Taurima and earned his first international medal with the silver medal in Glasgow. His success also reflects the balance he maintains between elite sport and study, with Muller continuing to pursue a degree while competing internationally for Australia.



With his first global medal secured, Muller has reached an important milestone in his athletics career. His silver medal in Glasgow follows a breakthrough 2025 season and marks another step forward for the Brisbane para sprinter on the international stage.



Published 28-July-2026
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Former Citipointe Christian College student Ullrich Muller has reached a major career milestone, claiming a silver medal in the men's T38 100m at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow and securing the first international medal of his career.







Read: Citipointe Christian College in Carindale Defies National Slump With Top-Tier Academic Results







The Brisbane para sprinter crossed the finish line in 11.19 seconds with a legal +0.2 metres per second tailwind, delivering what he described as the best race of his career. Muller finished just behind England's Paralympic champion Thomas Young, who claimed gold in 11.11 seconds, earning Australia another medal on the opening day of the athletics program.



The result follows a breakthrough 2025 season that helped establish the Citipointe alumnus among Australia's emerging para-athletes.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by QUT SPORT (@qutsport)




Muller remains closely connected to Brisbane, where he trains and studies. A graduate of Citipointe Christian College in Carindale, Class of 2024, he is also an Information Technology student at the Queensland University of Technology (QUT), balancing elite sport with university studies through QUT's elite athlete program.



First International Medal



Photo credit: Facebook/Australian Athletics



The silver medal marks a significant milestone for the Queensland athlete, giving him his first podium finish at a major international championship.



After the race, Muller described the performance as his strongest yet. He said he was thrilled to have claimed silver after racing closely with Thomas Young and believed it was the best performance of his career.



Athletics Australia also celebrated the achievement, noting that the Brisbane-based sprinter secured his first global medal after a breakout year in 2025. His performance placed him on the Commonwealth Games podium for the first time and continued Australia's strong start to the athletics competition.







Read: Mansfield State High School and Citipointe Christian College Among Queensland Schools Bucking Trends in Latest Rankings







While Muller celebrated silver, fellow Australian Thomas McGough, making his Commonwealth Games debut at just 15 years of age, finished fourth in 11.74 seconds.



Muller trains under coach Stacey Taurima and earned his first international medal with the silver medal in Glasgow. His success also reflects the balance he maintains between elite sport and study, with Muller continuing to pursue a degree while competing internationally for Australia.



With his first global medal secured, Muller has reached an important milestone in his athletics career. His silver medal in Glasgow follows a breakthrough 2025 season and marks another step forward for the Brisbane para sprinter on the international stage.



Published 28-July-2026
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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 24-26 July 2026]]></title>
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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 20



• Brisbane Lions 126 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Port Adelaide 675







QAFL



QAFL - TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Morningside QAFL Seniors 155 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Labrador QAFL Seniors 88



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 109 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 55







QAFLW



QAFLW - Bond University



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 15 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Bond University QAFLW Seniors 12



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 38 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFLW Seniors 10















NPL



NPL Women



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Lions FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Eastern Suburbs 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0















NBL



NBL1 North



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Carmichael Ford Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Grand Finals



• Townsville Flames 85 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Hinricks Oval, Blackwater) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Central Queensland Capras 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 20



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Father Ranger Oval, Warwick) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Tweed Heads Seagulls 8 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 58








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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 20



• Brisbane Lions 126 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Port Adelaide 675







QAFL



QAFL - TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Morningside QAFL Seniors 155 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Labrador QAFL Seniors 88



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 109 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 55







QAFLW



QAFLW - Bond University



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 15 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Bond University QAFLW Seniors 12



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 38 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFLW Seniors 10















NPL



NPL Women



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Lions FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Eastern Suburbs 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0















NBL



NBL1 North



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Carmichael Ford Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Grand Finals



• Townsville Flames 85 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Hinricks Oval, Blackwater) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Central Queensland Capras 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 20



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Father Ranger Oval, Warwick) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Tweed Heads Seagulls 8 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 58








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<title><![CDATA[Mother Calls For 60km/h Limit On Old Cleveland Road At Chandler]]></title>
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A mother whose 20-year-old son died in a six-vehicle crash at Chandler is urging authorities to reduce the speed limit on Old Cleveland Road to at least 60km/h after the route was added to a speed-limit review.



Read: Carindale Rocket Park Keeps Its Space Theme



A Mother’s Road-Safety Plea



Kelly Hatherly has called for a lower limit on the section of Old Cleveland Road where her only child, Jett Baker, died in July 2025.



Jett was travelling home as a passenger in a work ute when the multi-vehicle crash unfolded. The work ute in which he was travelling collided with a parked garbage truck, and he died in the crash.



Members of his work crew were travelling in another vehicle behind the ute. They reached Jett before emergency services arrived, with one of his friends remaining with him until help came.



His father, Wayne, contacted Ms Hatherly after reaching the scene and told her their son had died. Ms Hatherly later returned to the roadside memorial wearing Jett’s senior jersey.



Her appeal seeks a reduction to at least 60km/h and is intended to prevent another family from experiencing a similar loss on the route.



Ms Hatherly has raised concerns about buses and trucks using the road. She has also questioned whether there is enough space for a garbage truck to pull safely clear of moving vehicles.



Her position is that the speed limit should be reduced if the road is not upgraded to provide a safer pull-off area.



Photo Credit: Pexels



Court Matter Remains Active



A 70-year-old woman has been charged with dangerous driving causing death in connection with the crash.



The matter was committed to the Brisbane District Court in March 2026 and was mentioned again on 20 July. No plea was entered at that appearance, and the next mention was scheduled for 27 July.



The charge remains before the court and has not been determined.



Old Cleveland Road Under Review



Ms Hatherly contacted the Department of Transport and Main Roads after Jett’s death to request action on the speed zone.



The department advised that the location would be added to its program of works for the next financial year. It has since confirmed that Old Cleveland Road will be included in its speed-limit review program.



Read: New World Order: How The 2026 World Cup Shifted Football’s Balance



Officers will assess the Chandler location and install additional guidance signs where required to improve driver awareness. The review will consider the section where Ms Hatherly is seeking the lower limit.



Published 22-July-2026
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A mother whose 20-year-old son died in a six-vehicle crash at Chandler is urging authorities to reduce the speed limit on Old Cleveland Road to at least 60km/h after the route was added to a speed-limit review.



Read: Carindale Rocket Park Keeps Its Space Theme



A Mother’s Road-Safety Plea



Kelly Hatherly has called for a lower limit on the section of Old Cleveland Road where her only child, Jett Baker, died in July 2025.



Jett was travelling home as a passenger in a work ute when the multi-vehicle crash unfolded. The work ute in which he was travelling collided with a parked garbage truck, and he died in the crash.



Members of his work crew were travelling in another vehicle behind the ute. They reached Jett before emergency services arrived, with one of his friends remaining with him until help came.



His father, Wayne, contacted Ms Hatherly after reaching the scene and told her their son had died. Ms Hatherly later returned to the roadside memorial wearing Jett’s senior jersey.



Her appeal seeks a reduction to at least 60km/h and is intended to prevent another family from experiencing a similar loss on the route.



Ms Hatherly has raised concerns about buses and trucks using the road. She has also questioned whether there is enough space for a garbage truck to pull safely clear of moving vehicles.



Her position is that the speed limit should be reduced if the road is not upgraded to provide a safer pull-off area.



Photo Credit: Pexels



Court Matter Remains Active



A 70-year-old woman has been charged with dangerous driving causing death in connection with the crash.



The matter was committed to the Brisbane District Court in March 2026 and was mentioned again on 20 July. No plea was entered at that appearance, and the next mention was scheduled for 27 July.



The charge remains before the court and has not been determined.



Old Cleveland Road Under Review



Ms Hatherly contacted the Department of Transport and Main Roads after Jett’s death to request action on the speed zone.



The department advised that the location would be added to its program of works for the next financial year. It has since confirmed that Old Cleveland Road will be included in its speed-limit review program.



Read: New World Order: How The 2026 World Cup Shifted Football’s Balance



Officers will assess the Chandler location and install additional guidance signs where required to improve driver awareness. The review will consider the section where Ms Hatherly is seeking the lower limit.



Published 22-July-2026
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Carindale Rocket Park will keep the space theme that has shaped its playground for years after 200 residents supported carrying the familiar concept into a new play area.



Read: New World Order: How The 2026 World Cup Shifted Football’s Balance



A Familiar Playground Theme Stays



Carindale Recreation Reserve is known locally as Rocket Park, a name drawn from the space-themed equipment that has become part of the park’s identity.



At the centre of that play area is the Lunar Lander, described as a local icon that has been used by thousands of children over the years. The playground also features a rocket with sound effects, a moon car, moon rocks, swings and a pyramid climbing net.



Those familiar elements have made the reserve a regular setting for families, particularly on weekends and during school holidays. Its open grassed areas are used for informal games, while paths around the park provide space for children riding bicycles.



The future playground will continue the space theme rather than move in a different direction. The decision follows feedback from 200 local residents who said they wanted the concept retained.



Photo Credit: Google Maps



Residents Help Shape Carindale Rocket Park



Community feedback on the wider reserve upgrade was gathered through an online survey and two information kiosks in November 2025. Feedback previously collected in 2024 was also considered as the concept plan was developed.



The resulting direction keeps the playground closely connected to the feature for which the reserve is already known. A new space-themed playground is planned, although no construction or completion date has been announced.



The park’s existing facilities extend beyond the Lunar Lander. Shaded barbecue areas, accessible toilets, fitness equipment, walking and cycling paths, a basketball half-court, tennis wall and dog off-leash area are located across the reserve.



The playground is partially fenced, with a barrier beside the internal park road rather than a complete enclosure. Accessible spinning chairs are among the equipment suited to children with additional needs, while large trees and structured coverings provide shade around parts of the play area.



Photo Credit: BCC



Changes Beyond The Playground



Separate initial works are under way to improve access and movement through Carindale Recreation Reserve.



A new two-lane vehicle entrance is being built from Cadogan Street, while the existing single-lane entry from Bedivere Street will eventually be removed and returned to open parkland. More car spaces, realigned shared paths and safer crossing points are also included.



The reserve will largely remain open while the work continues from mid-May to late 2026. Temporary detours and intermittent parking changes may occur, with Bedivere Street access maintained during construction.



Vegetation removed for the works will be replanted to retain the reserve’s habitat value. Koalas and other native animals live in the area, and a qualified wildlife spotter-catcher will monitor them during construction.



Read: Strong Winds End BMX Racing World Championships in Chandler



Future construction works remain dependent on available funding. The new playground has been announced without a confirmed delivery timetable, leaving its space theme as the clearest indication of what the next version of Rocket Park will retain.



Published 21-July-2026
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Carindale Rocket Park will keep the space theme that has shaped its playground for years after 200 residents supported carrying the familiar concept into a new play area.



Read: New World Order: How The 2026 World Cup Shifted Football’s Balance



A Familiar Playground Theme Stays



Carindale Recreation Reserve is known locally as Rocket Park, a name drawn from the space-themed equipment that has become part of the park’s identity.



At the centre of that play area is the Lunar Lander, described as a local icon that has been used by thousands of children over the years. The playground also features a rocket with sound effects, a moon car, moon rocks, swings and a pyramid climbing net.



Those familiar elements have made the reserve a regular setting for families, particularly on weekends and during school holidays. Its open grassed areas are used for informal games, while paths around the park provide space for children riding bicycles.



The future playground will continue the space theme rather than move in a different direction. The decision follows feedback from 200 local residents who said they wanted the concept retained.



Photo Credit: Google Maps



Residents Help Shape Carindale Rocket Park



Community feedback on the wider reserve upgrade was gathered through an online survey and two information kiosks in November 2025. Feedback previously collected in 2024 was also considered as the concept plan was developed.



The resulting direction keeps the playground closely connected to the feature for which the reserve is already known. A new space-themed playground is planned, although no construction or completion date has been announced.



The park’s existing facilities extend beyond the Lunar Lander. Shaded barbecue areas, accessible toilets, fitness equipment, walking and cycling paths, a basketball half-court, tennis wall and dog off-leash area are located across the reserve.



The playground is partially fenced, with a barrier beside the internal park road rather than a complete enclosure. Accessible spinning chairs are among the equipment suited to children with additional needs, while large trees and structured coverings provide shade around parts of the play area.



Photo Credit: BCC



Changes Beyond The Playground



Separate initial works are under way to improve access and movement through Carindale Recreation Reserve.



A new two-lane vehicle entrance is being built from Cadogan Street, while the existing single-lane entry from Bedivere Street will eventually be removed and returned to open parkland. More car spaces, realigned shared paths and safer crossing points are also included.



The reserve will largely remain open while the work continues from mid-May to late 2026. Temporary detours and intermittent parking changes may occur, with Bedivere Street access maintained during construction.



Vegetation removed for the works will be replanted to retain the reserve’s habitat value. Koalas and other native animals live in the area, and a qualified wildlife spotter-catcher will monitor them during construction.



Read: Strong Winds End BMX Racing World Championships in Chandler



Future construction works remain dependent on available funding. The new playground has been announced without a confirmed delivery timetable, leaving its space theme as the clearest indication of what the next version of Rocket Park will retain.



Published 21-July-2026
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<title><![CDATA[New World Order: How The 2026 World Cup Shifted Football's Balance]]></title>
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Spain lifted the trophy, but the biggest story of the 2026 FIFA World Cup reached far beyond the final whistle.



Across a month of football in North America, the established powers still found their way into the closing rounds, yet the margin separating them from the rest of the world looked smaller than ever. Brazil fell to Norway. Germany's campaign ended in a penalty shootout against Paraguay. Morocco backed up its breakthrough in Qatar by reaching another semi-final after eliminating the Netherlands, while Cabo Verde stretched Argentina into extra time before finally being beaten.



None of those nations  lifted the trophy. All of them left the tournament with greater credibility than when they arrived. All of them changed the conversation.



By the time Spain edged Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the final, this World Cup had become about far more than one country's triumph. Reputation no longer guaranteed progress, and football's traditional hierarchy felt less certain than it had four years earlier. It was a tournament that echoed Arrigo Sacchi's enduring observation:




"Football belongs to whoever plays it best."— Arrigo Sacchi




Nobody Had An Easy Run



Look back through the knockout bracket and one thing stands out immediately: every favourite was forced to earn its place.



Argentina needed extra time to eliminate Cabo Verde in the Round of 16 before edging Switzerland in the quarter-finals and then England in the semi-finals. 



Spain's route to the title took them through Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and finally Argentina in the final, while England found themselves recovering from deficits against Mexico in the Round of 16 and Norway in the quarter-finals before securing third place against France in the bronze medal match.



Even Brazil, so often expected to contend deep into a World Cup, never reached the quarter-finals after Norway's Round of 16 upset of Brazil produced one of the tournament's defining results.



The names in the final four were familiar. The journey to get there was anything but.



The Gap Has Closed



For years, football has talked about the rise of nations outside the traditional elite. In 2026, that conversation finally felt settled.



Morocco proved their run to the semi-finals in Qatar was not a once-off. Paraguay's penalty shootout win over Germany sent another heavyweight home early. Norway's victory over Brazil confirmed they were no longer outsiders. Egypt's Round of 16 victory over Australia and Switzerland's penalty shootout win over Colombia reinforced how little now separates many of the world's best teams.



None of those results would have been dismissed as impossible. A decade ago, several would have been.



That may be the clearest sign yet of how much international football has changed.



Different Heroes Stepped Forward



One of the defining themes of the tournament wasn't the farewell of an ageing superstar. It was the arrival of players now ready to become the faces of the next World Cup cycle.



Jude Bellingham (England) drove England through the knockout rounds, scoring twice against Norway before adding another in the bronze medal match. Bukayo Saka (England) finished the tournament with a hat-trick against France. Spain never relied on one match-winner either. Ferran Torres (Spain) settled the final in extra time after Pedro Porro (Spain), Mikel Oyarzabal (Spain) and Mikel Merino (Spain) had all delivered decisive moments earlier in the tournament.



Argentina still leaned on Lionel Messi (Argentina), but Lautaro Martínez (Argentina) and Enzo Fernández (Argentina) increasingly shaped the biggest moments. Norway's charge owed much to Erling Haaland (Norway), whose performance against Brazil became one of the images of the tournament.



The stars were recognisable. The balance between generations had unmistakably shifted.



Winning Became A Squad Exercise



The deeper the tournament went, the less it resembled a contest decided by starting XIs alone.



Extra-time football became a recurring feature of the knockout rounds. Spain's victory over Argentina in the final, England's comeback against Norway in the quarter-finals and Norway's upset of Brazil in the Round of 16 all demanded more than 90 minutes of planning from the coaches involved.



Tactical flexibility, fresh legs and the ability to change a match from the bench became just as valuable as individual brilliance.



Depth was no longer a luxury. It became a requirement.



Spain Set The Standard



Spain deserved to be champions not because they dominated every opponent, but because they consistently found answers.



Their path to the trophy took them past Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and Argentina in the final. Each opponent posed a different challenge, yet Spain adapted every time. Their success was built on structure, patience and contributions from throughout the squad rather than dependence on one headline name.



In a tournament defined by narrow margins, that proved to be the difference.



A Different World Cup



Every World Cup leaves behind a champion.



Some leave behind something bigger.



The lasting memory of 2026 may not be Spain lifting the trophy. It may be the moment football finally accepted that the old hierarchy no longer offers guarantees. Traditional powers remain exactly that — powerful. But every four years, more nations arrive believing they belong, and increasingly they have the performances to justify that belief.



Spain won the World Cup.



The rest of the world ensured the race for the next one is more open than it has been in decades.



Published 20-July-2026




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Spain lifted the trophy, but the biggest story of the 2026 FIFA World Cup reached far beyond the final whistle.



Across a month of football in North America, the established powers still found their way into the closing rounds, yet the margin separating them from the rest of the world looked smaller than ever. Brazil fell to Norway. Germany's campaign ended in a penalty shootout against Paraguay. Morocco backed up its breakthrough in Qatar by reaching another semi-final after eliminating the Netherlands, while Cabo Verde stretched Argentina into extra time before finally being beaten.



None of those nations  lifted the trophy. All of them left the tournament with greater credibility than when they arrived. All of them changed the conversation.



By the time Spain edged Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the final, this World Cup had become about far more than one country's triumph. Reputation no longer guaranteed progress, and football's traditional hierarchy felt less certain than it had four years earlier. It was a tournament that echoed Arrigo Sacchi's enduring observation:




"Football belongs to whoever plays it best."— Arrigo Sacchi




Nobody Had An Easy Run



Look back through the knockout bracket and one thing stands out immediately: every favourite was forced to earn its place.



Argentina needed extra time to eliminate Cabo Verde in the Round of 16 before edging Switzerland in the quarter-finals and then England in the semi-finals. 



Spain's route to the title took them through Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and finally Argentina in the final, while England found themselves recovering from deficits against Mexico in the Round of 16 and Norway in the quarter-finals before securing third place against France in the bronze medal match.



Even Brazil, so often expected to contend deep into a World Cup, never reached the quarter-finals after Norway's Round of 16 upset of Brazil produced one of the tournament's defining results.



The names in the final four were familiar. The journey to get there was anything but.



The Gap Has Closed



For years, football has talked about the rise of nations outside the traditional elite. In 2026, that conversation finally felt settled.



Morocco proved their run to the semi-finals in Qatar was not a once-off. Paraguay's penalty shootout win over Germany sent another heavyweight home early. Norway's victory over Brazil confirmed they were no longer outsiders. Egypt's Round of 16 victory over Australia and Switzerland's penalty shootout win over Colombia reinforced how little now separates many of the world's best teams.



None of those results would have been dismissed as impossible. A decade ago, several would have been.



That may be the clearest sign yet of how much international football has changed.



Different Heroes Stepped Forward



One of the defining themes of the tournament wasn't the farewell of an ageing superstar. It was the arrival of players now ready to become the faces of the next World Cup cycle.



Jude Bellingham (England) drove England through the knockout rounds, scoring twice against Norway before adding another in the bronze medal match. Bukayo Saka (England) finished the tournament with a hat-trick against France. Spain never relied on one match-winner either. Ferran Torres (Spain) settled the final in extra time after Pedro Porro (Spain), Mikel Oyarzabal (Spain) and Mikel Merino (Spain) had all delivered decisive moments earlier in the tournament.



Argentina still leaned on Lionel Messi (Argentina), but Lautaro Martínez (Argentina) and Enzo Fernández (Argentina) increasingly shaped the biggest moments. Norway's charge owed much to Erling Haaland (Norway), whose performance against Brazil became one of the images of the tournament.



The stars were recognisable. The balance between generations had unmistakably shifted.



Winning Became A Squad Exercise



The deeper the tournament went, the less it resembled a contest decided by starting XIs alone.



Extra-time football became a recurring feature of the knockout rounds. Spain's victory over Argentina in the final, England's comeback against Norway in the quarter-finals and Norway's upset of Brazil in the Round of 16 all demanded more than 90 minutes of planning from the coaches involved.



Tactical flexibility, fresh legs and the ability to change a match from the bench became just as valuable as individual brilliance.



Depth was no longer a luxury. It became a requirement.



Spain Set The Standard



Spain deserved to be champions not because they dominated every opponent, but because they consistently found answers.



Their path to the trophy took them past Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and Argentina in the final. Each opponent posed a different challenge, yet Spain adapted every time. Their success was built on structure, patience and contributions from throughout the squad rather than dependence on one headline name.



In a tournament defined by narrow margins, that proved to be the difference.



A Different World Cup



Every World Cup leaves behind a champion.



Some leave behind something bigger.



The lasting memory of 2026 may not be Spain lifting the trophy. It may be the moment football finally accepted that the old hierarchy no longer offers guarantees. Traditional powers remain exactly that — powerful. But every four years, more nations arrive believing they belong, and increasingly they have the performances to justify that belief.



Spain won the World Cup.



The rest of the world ensured the race for the next one is more open than it has been in decades.



Published 20-July-2026




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The 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships ended without its elite finals after strong winds made the Chandler BMX track unsafe.



Read: Meet Your Heroes and Enjoy Family Fun at the BMX World Championships



The event was due to take place at the Brisbane SX International BMX Centre on Sunday, 19 July 2026. However, strong westerly winds made the track unsafe. Riders could not begin the final rounds, and officials waited to see whether conditions would improve.



The Union Cycliste Internationale, known as the UCI, later cancelled the remaining elite races. The decision brought an unusual end to a major international sporting event at Chandler.



Completed results decide the medals



With no finals completed, officials used results from the last completed rounds to decide the medals.



Great Britain’s Bethany Shriever claimed the elite women’s title after recording the fastest qualifying time of 36.585 seconds. The result gave Shriever her fourth BMX world title. She had previously won in 2021, 2023 and 2025. Australia’s Saya Sakakibara took silver with a time of 36.908 seconds. Dutch rider Laura Smulders received bronze.&nbsp;



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships – Brisbane (@brisbanebmxworlds2026)



Sakakibara misses her final chance at gold



Sakakibara entered the Brisbane championships as one of the leading contenders in the women’s event. The 26-year-old won gold at the Paris Olympic Games in 2024 and hoped to claim her first elite world title before an Australian crowd.



She advanced through Saturday’s racing and held the second-fastest time before the weather stopped further competition. After receiving silver, Sakakibara said she remained proud of the lap she completed. She also acknowledged that the result hurt more because the championships were held at home.



She had hoped to win gold but accepted that the weather was outside the riders’ control.



The local crowd also left a strong impression on her. Sakakibara said the support from spectators at the start hill made the occasion special despite the disappointing finish.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Saya Sakakibara BMX Racer (@sayasakakibara)



Asmus claims elite men’s title



For Australian rider Jesse Asmus, the completed results were enough to secure the elite men’s title.



Asmus became the world champion after setting the fastest time in the completed racing. He finished ahead of Great Britain’s Ross Cullen and France’s Mathis Ragot Richard. The title marked a major step in his career. Asmus had won his first Australian national title only three months earlier.



Still, the result brought mixed feelings.&nbsp;



Asmus said the win felt different because he did not race across the finish line in front of the home crowd. Even so, he recognised the title as an important achievement. He had also watched the weather forecast before Sunday’s program. As a result, Asmus treated Saturday’s laps as if they might decide the championship. He focused on recording clean and fast times while racing could continue. His leading time later proved enough to secure the rainbow jersey.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by UCI BMX Racing (@ucibmxsx) 



Jolly adds another Australian world title



Queensland rider Josh Jolly also secured a title through his strong qualifying performance.



Jolly won the under-23 men’s world title after recording the fastest completed time in his category. He posted 33.681 seconds. The result followed his move to Brisbane earlier in 2026. Jolly relocated to train in Queensland and work alongside riders including Asmus. The victory became his second BMX world title. He had previously won the junior men’s championship in the United States in 2024.



Australia also collected medals in the junior events. Cameron Gatt won silver, while Isla Basa secured bronze. The national team had faced an earlier setback when Izaac Kennedy crashed during practice on Friday. The crash ruled him out of the championships.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by UCI BMX Racing (@ucibmxsx)



Chandler event adds to Brisbane 2032 experience



The championships also drew interest as Brisbane prepares to host the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2032.



The BMX centre at Chandler showed how the venue handled a major international competition. The cancellation also highlighted the value of allowing extra time for weather delays. The World Championships did not have a spare day for the elite finals. Organisers also needed to prepare for the next stage of the program.



By comparison, the Olympic BMX program is expected to include a contingency day for weather delays and this may allow racing to continue later when unsafe conditions interrupt competition.



Read: Chandler Swimmers Make Waves On Road To Glasgow 



Racing continues at Chandler



Although the elite world titles ended early, the wider championships continued at the Brisbane SX International BMX Centre.



Challenge and Masters racing was scheduled from Wednesday, 22 July, to Saturday, 25 July, as part of an event involving more than 3,000 riders. These events bring together riders from many countries across a wide range of age categories. Asmus also remained at the venue in a team management role. He planned to support younger Australian riders through their events.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by AusCycling (@auscyclingaus) 



Published 20-July-2026
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The 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships ended without its elite finals after strong winds made the Chandler BMX track unsafe.



Read: Meet Your Heroes and Enjoy Family Fun at the BMX World Championships



The event was due to take place at the Brisbane SX International BMX Centre on Sunday, 19 July 2026. However, strong westerly winds made the track unsafe. Riders could not begin the final rounds, and officials waited to see whether conditions would improve.



The Union Cycliste Internationale, known as the UCI, later cancelled the remaining elite races. The decision brought an unusual end to a major international sporting event at Chandler.



Completed results decide the medals



With no finals completed, officials used results from the last completed rounds to decide the medals.



Great Britain’s Bethany Shriever claimed the elite women’s title after recording the fastest qualifying time of 36.585 seconds. The result gave Shriever her fourth BMX world title. She had previously won in 2021, 2023 and 2025. Australia’s Saya Sakakibara took silver with a time of 36.908 seconds. Dutch rider Laura Smulders received bronze.&nbsp;



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships – Brisbane (@brisbanebmxworlds2026)



Sakakibara misses her final chance at gold



Sakakibara entered the Brisbane championships as one of the leading contenders in the women’s event. The 26-year-old won gold at the Paris Olympic Games in 2024 and hoped to claim her first elite world title before an Australian crowd.



She advanced through Saturday’s racing and held the second-fastest time before the weather stopped further competition. After receiving silver, Sakakibara said she remained proud of the lap she completed. She also acknowledged that the result hurt more because the championships were held at home.



She had hoped to win gold but accepted that the weather was outside the riders’ control.



The local crowd also left a strong impression on her. Sakakibara said the support from spectators at the start hill made the occasion special despite the disappointing finish.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Saya Sakakibara BMX Racer (@sayasakakibara)



Asmus claims elite men’s title



For Australian rider Jesse Asmus, the completed results were enough to secure the elite men’s title.



Asmus became the world champion after setting the fastest time in the completed racing. He finished ahead of Great Britain’s Ross Cullen and France’s Mathis Ragot Richard. The title marked a major step in his career. Asmus had won his first Australian national title only three months earlier.



Still, the result brought mixed feelings.&nbsp;



Asmus said the win felt different because he did not race across the finish line in front of the home crowd. Even so, he recognised the title as an important achievement. He had also watched the weather forecast before Sunday’s program. As a result, Asmus treated Saturday’s laps as if they might decide the championship. He focused on recording clean and fast times while racing could continue. His leading time later proved enough to secure the rainbow jersey.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by UCI BMX Racing (@ucibmxsx) 



Jolly adds another Australian world title



Queensland rider Josh Jolly also secured a title through his strong qualifying performance.



Jolly won the under-23 men’s world title after recording the fastest completed time in his category. He posted 33.681 seconds. The result followed his move to Brisbane earlier in 2026. Jolly relocated to train in Queensland and work alongside riders including Asmus. The victory became his second BMX world title. He had previously won the junior men’s championship in the United States in 2024.



Australia also collected medals in the junior events. Cameron Gatt won silver, while Isla Basa secured bronze. The national team had faced an earlier setback when Izaac Kennedy crashed during practice on Friday. The crash ruled him out of the championships.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by UCI BMX Racing (@ucibmxsx)



Chandler event adds to Brisbane 2032 experience



The championships also drew interest as Brisbane prepares to host the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2032.



The BMX centre at Chandler showed how the venue handled a major international competition. The cancellation also highlighted the value of allowing extra time for weather delays. The World Championships did not have a spare day for the elite finals. Organisers also needed to prepare for the next stage of the program.



By comparison, the Olympic BMX program is expected to include a contingency day for weather delays and this may allow racing to continue later when unsafe conditions interrupt competition.



Read: Chandler Swimmers Make Waves On Road To Glasgow 



Racing continues at Chandler



Although the elite world titles ended early, the wider championships continued at the Brisbane SX International BMX Centre.



Challenge and Masters racing was scheduled from Wednesday, 22 July, to Saturday, 25 July, as part of an event involving more than 3,000 riders. These events bring together riders from many countries across a wide range of age categories. Asmus also remained at the venue in a team management role. He planned to support younger Australian riders through their events.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by AusCycling (@auscyclingaus) 



Published 20-July-2026
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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Optus Stadium, Perth • Whadjuk) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 19



• West Coast Eagles 69   |   Brisbane Lions 93







QAFL



TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Kombumerri Park / Neptune Homes Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 68 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 61



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 46 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFL Seniors 128



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Aspley QAFLW Seniors 35



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Maroochydore Multi Sports Complex / Neil Upton Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Maroochydore QAFLW Seniors 13 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 17















FQPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (St Georges Park (St George Willawong FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• St George Willawong 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Caboolture Sports FC 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 0







NPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Gold Coast Knights 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 2



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Eastern Suburbs 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Magic United 4



Sun, July 19, 2026 (Goodwin Park (Olympic FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Olympic FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Roar B 1



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Gold Coast Knights 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1 North



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 91 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteors 95



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 98 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 110



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 64 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteorettes 88



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 75 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 18



• Ipswich Jets 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 52



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• Brisbane Tigers 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Western Clydesdales 14



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• WM Seagulls 14 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Cutters 16




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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Optus Stadium, Perth • Whadjuk) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 19



• West Coast Eagles 69   |   Brisbane Lions 93







QAFL



TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Kombumerri Park / Neptune Homes Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 68 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 61



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 46 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFL Seniors 128



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Aspley QAFLW Seniors 35



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Maroochydore Multi Sports Complex / Neil Upton Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Maroochydore QAFLW Seniors 13 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 17















FQPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (St Georges Park (St George Willawong FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• St George Willawong 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Caboolture Sports FC 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 0







NPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Gold Coast Knights 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 2



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Eastern Suburbs 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Magic United 4



Sun, July 19, 2026 (Goodwin Park (Olympic FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Olympic FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Roar B 1



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Gold Coast Knights 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1 North



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 91 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteors 95



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 98 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 110



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 64 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteorettes 88



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 75 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 18



• Ipswich Jets 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 52



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• Brisbane Tigers 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Western Clydesdales 14



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• WM Seagulls 14 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Cutters 16




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<title><![CDATA[Meet Your Heroes and Enjoy Family Fun at the BMX World Championships]]></title>
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The world’s most daring BMX riders are descending upon the Brisbane International SX BMX Centre to battle for the prestigious rainbow jersey in a high-stakes display of speed and skill.



Read: Carindale Families Invited to Explore 42nd Anniversary Coorparoo Quilters Exhibition



Get Up Close with BMX Heroes



Photo Credit: 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships/ Facebook



Before the elite competition heats up, fans can head to the track on Friday, 17 July 2026, for the "Meet Your Heroes" day. This event offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the sport, where you can rub shoulders with Australia’s top cycling stars, including Olympic champion Saya Sakakibara and Olympian Lauren Reynolds.&nbsp;



Instead of just watching from the sidelines, you can grab autographs, catch live Q&amp;A sessions, and watch the ARA Australian Cycling Team make their final preparations on the track. With tickets starting from just $10, it is an accessible way for locals to support our home-grown talent before they launch into championship racing.



A Festival for the Whole Family



Photo Credit: 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships/ Facebook



The excitement does not end there, as the track transforms into a vibrant hub for the community over the weekend. On Saturday, 18 July 2026, the venue hosts a dedicated Family Day that balances elite sport with plenty of fun for the kids. The grounds will be alive with activity, featuring a scavenger hunt, face painting, and roaming entertainers.&nbsp;



A major draw for the younger spectators will be the special appearances by everyone’s favourite Heeler sisters, Bluey and Bingo. Beyond the entertainment, you can explore the exhibitor village or grab a bite from the local food trucks while soaking up the electric atmosphere of a world-championship event.



Read: Dune Rats and Legends Lead Half Baked Tour through Mansfield Tavern



Plan Your Visit to the Track



Whether you are a lifelong cycling fan or just looking for a fantastic day out in Chandler, there is a spot for you at the Brisbane International SX BMX Centre. Tickets are available for single days or as part of larger event passes, with children aged 4 and under entering for free.&nbsp;



If you are planning to join the Bluey and Bingo meet-and-greet sessions, be sure to pre-register online as places are strictly limited. Come down to Chandler, soak in the sun, and cheer on the riders as they chase history in our own backyard.



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The world’s most daring BMX riders are descending upon the Brisbane International SX BMX Centre to battle for the prestigious rainbow jersey in a high-stakes display of speed and skill.



Read: Carindale Families Invited to Explore 42nd Anniversary Coorparoo Quilters Exhibition



Get Up Close with BMX Heroes



Photo Credit: 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships/ Facebook



Before the elite competition heats up, fans can head to the track on Friday, 17 July 2026, for the "Meet Your Heroes" day. This event offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the sport, where you can rub shoulders with Australia’s top cycling stars, including Olympic champion Saya Sakakibara and Olympian Lauren Reynolds.&nbsp;



Instead of just watching from the sidelines, you can grab autographs, catch live Q&amp;A sessions, and watch the ARA Australian Cycling Team make their final preparations on the track. With tickets starting from just $10, it is an accessible way for locals to support our home-grown talent before they launch into championship racing.



A Festival for the Whole Family



Photo Credit: 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships/ Facebook



The excitement does not end there, as the track transforms into a vibrant hub for the community over the weekend. On Saturday, 18 July 2026, the venue hosts a dedicated Family Day that balances elite sport with plenty of fun for the kids. The grounds will be alive with activity, featuring a scavenger hunt, face painting, and roaming entertainers.&nbsp;



A major draw for the younger spectators will be the special appearances by everyone’s favourite Heeler sisters, Bluey and Bingo. Beyond the entertainment, you can explore the exhibitor village or grab a bite from the local food trucks while soaking up the electric atmosphere of a world-championship event.



Read: Dune Rats and Legends Lead Half Baked Tour through Mansfield Tavern



Plan Your Visit to the Track



Whether you are a lifelong cycling fan or just looking for a fantastic day out in Chandler, there is a spot for you at the Brisbane International SX BMX Centre. Tickets are available for single days or as part of larger event passes, with children aged 4 and under entering for free.&nbsp;



If you are planning to join the Bluey and Bingo meet-and-greet sessions, be sure to pre-register online as places are strictly limited. Come down to Chandler, soak in the sun, and cheer on the riders as they chase history in our own backyard.



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<title><![CDATA[What to Expect: Your Ultimate Guide to the Upcoming BMX Racing World Championships in Chandler]]></title>
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Thousands of elite athletes from across the globe are preparing to converge on Chandler to battle for the coveted rainbow jerseys when the 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships ignite an unmissable week of high-octane sporting action.



Read: Meet Your Heroes and Enjoy Family Fun at the BMX World Championships



The Upcoming Championship Battle Plan



Photo Credit: 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships/ Facebook



The upcoming competition lineup kicks off with official practice sessions before elite athletes launch straight into the core medal events. The opening days of championship racing will feature round-one heats, last-chance qualifiers, and intense quarter-final matchups across men and women elite, U23, and junior categories.&nbsp;



The schedule moves rapidly toward high-stakes semi-finals and main finals where the world's fastest riders will chase global glory. Spectators will track every gravity-defying jump, tight corner, and finish-line sprint as riders tackle the demanding 400-metre course.



Fan Experiences And Community Activities



Photo Credit: 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships/ Facebook



Beyond the elite racing schedule, the venue will transform into a festival of entertainment tailored for local families and supporters. Special fan interaction zones will open alongside community activations, featuring roaming performers, giant bubbles, and face painting.&nbsp;



Younger attendees will be able to participate in a venue-wide scavenger hunt designed to explore the exhibition village, while photography walls and social media competitions will offer local families a chance to win exclusive prize packs. Food trucks will line the precinct, providing local supporters plenty of options to grab a bite between race gates.



Read: The Most Powerful Part of This 125km Run Happened at the 70km Mark



Special Appearances And Hero Meet And Greets



Photo Credit: 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships/ Facebook



The schedule includes dedicated opportunities for supporters to connect directly with their sporting inspirations away from the racing track. Special guest appearances from beloved characters Bluey and Bingo will bring additional excitement for younger children through interactive live sessions.&nbsp;



Meanwhile, aspiring riders will get up close with Australia's premier cycling stars during exclusive athlete signing events and live question-and-answer panels, celebrating the local heroes representing the green and gold on home soil.



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Thousands of elite athletes from across the globe are preparing to converge on Chandler to battle for the coveted rainbow jerseys when the 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships ignite an unmissable week of high-octane sporting action.



Read: Meet Your Heroes and Enjoy Family Fun at the BMX World Championships



The Upcoming Championship Battle Plan



Photo Credit: 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships/ Facebook



The upcoming competition lineup kicks off with official practice sessions before elite athletes launch straight into the core medal events. The opening days of championship racing will feature round-one heats, last-chance qualifiers, and intense quarter-final matchups across men and women elite, U23, and junior categories.&nbsp;



The schedule moves rapidly toward high-stakes semi-finals and main finals where the world's fastest riders will chase global glory. Spectators will track every gravity-defying jump, tight corner, and finish-line sprint as riders tackle the demanding 400-metre course.



Fan Experiences And Community Activities



Photo Credit: 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships/ Facebook



Beyond the elite racing schedule, the venue will transform into a festival of entertainment tailored for local families and supporters. Special fan interaction zones will open alongside community activations, featuring roaming performers, giant bubbles, and face painting.&nbsp;



Younger attendees will be able to participate in a venue-wide scavenger hunt designed to explore the exhibition village, while photography walls and social media competitions will offer local families a chance to win exclusive prize packs. Food trucks will line the precinct, providing local supporters plenty of options to grab a bite between race gates.



Read: The Most Powerful Part of This 125km Run Happened at the 70km Mark



Special Appearances And Hero Meet And Greets



Photo Credit: 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships/ Facebook



The schedule includes dedicated opportunities for supporters to connect directly with their sporting inspirations away from the racing track. Special guest appearances from beloved characters Bluey and Bingo will bring additional excitement for younger children through interactive live sessions.&nbsp;



Meanwhile, aspiring riders will get up close with Australia's premier cycling stars during exclusive athlete signing events and live question-and-answer panels, celebrating the local heroes representing the green and gold on home soil.



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<title><![CDATA[Brisbane Bayside State College Finds Smarter Way to Cool Busy School Hall]]></title>
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Brisbane Bayside State College in Wynnum West has introduced a new airflow system in its multi-purpose hall, giving students and staff a more comfortable space for learning, sport and school events without the significant cost of installing air conditioning.







Read: Brisbane Bayside State College Teacher Wins Prestigious TEACHX Award







The hall is one of the busiest spaces on campus, accommodating more than 300 students each day for physical education classes, assemblies, examinations, supervised study sessions and sporting activities. With Brisbane's hot and humid climate affecting much of the school year, the college sought a solution that could improve comfort while meeting the demands of a venue used for a wide range of activities.



After consulting with other schools that had introduced similar systems, the college selected a high-volume, low-speed airflow solution designed to move large volumes of air across the hall while operating quietly. The decision followed an assessment of the space to identify a system capable of improving airflow while operating quietly enough for lessons and examinations.



Photo credit: LinkedIn/Big Ass Fans



The upgrade includes two industrial-scale Powerfoil X3.0 fans, which are designed to circulate air throughout large indoor spaces. Because the hall regularly transitions between sporting activities and quieter events such as exams and supervised study sessions, maintaining a comfortable environment without distracting students was an important consideration.



Since the installation, the college says the improved airflow has supported the hall's many uses throughout the school day. The space continues to host physical education classes, sporting events, assemblies, examinations and supervised study sessions, with the airflow system helping create more comfortable conditions for those using the facility.



Head of Sport Daniel Nightingale said the improved environment has helped students remain focused for longer, making lessons more enjoyable.



The project also reflects a growing interest among schools in improving comfort in large shared spaces through alternative airflow solutions. At Brisbane Bayside State College, the hall serves multiple purposes throughout the day, making quiet, effective airflow an important consideration.







Read: 10 Bayside Schools, Including Wynnum State School, to Get Faster Internet







"With over 300 students using the hall each day, this upgrade has made the space more comfortable and cool for students and staff,” Big Ass Fans said.



“Schools across Australia are turning to Big Ass Fans for reliable, energy-efficient airflow solutions - with over 1,300 schools already benefiting from improved comfort and reduced heat stress in their learning spaces."



For Brisbane Bayside State College, the upgrade is intended to make one of its busiest facilities more comfortable during the school year. Whether students are sitting exams, attending assemblies or taking part in sport, the improved airflow is expected to support a more comfortable learning environment for both students and staff.



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Brisbane Bayside State College in Wynnum West has introduced a new airflow system in its multi-purpose hall, giving students and staff a more comfortable space for learning, sport and school events without the significant cost of installing air conditioning.







Read: Brisbane Bayside State College Teacher Wins Prestigious TEACHX Award







The hall is one of the busiest spaces on campus, accommodating more than 300 students each day for physical education classes, assemblies, examinations, supervised study sessions and sporting activities. With Brisbane's hot and humid climate affecting much of the school year, the college sought a solution that could improve comfort while meeting the demands of a venue used for a wide range of activities.



After consulting with other schools that had introduced similar systems, the college selected a high-volume, low-speed airflow solution designed to move large volumes of air across the hall while operating quietly. The decision followed an assessment of the space to identify a system capable of improving airflow while operating quietly enough for lessons and examinations.



Photo credit: LinkedIn/Big Ass Fans



The upgrade includes two industrial-scale Powerfoil X3.0 fans, which are designed to circulate air throughout large indoor spaces. Because the hall regularly transitions between sporting activities and quieter events such as exams and supervised study sessions, maintaining a comfortable environment without distracting students was an important consideration.



Since the installation, the college says the improved airflow has supported the hall's many uses throughout the school day. The space continues to host physical education classes, sporting events, assemblies, examinations and supervised study sessions, with the airflow system helping create more comfortable conditions for those using the facility.



Head of Sport Daniel Nightingale said the improved environment has helped students remain focused for longer, making lessons more enjoyable.



The project also reflects a growing interest among schools in improving comfort in large shared spaces through alternative airflow solutions. At Brisbane Bayside State College, the hall serves multiple purposes throughout the day, making quiet, effective airflow an important consideration.







Read: 10 Bayside Schools, Including Wynnum State School, to Get Faster Internet







"With over 300 students using the hall each day, this upgrade has made the space more comfortable and cool for students and staff,” Big Ass Fans said.



“Schools across Australia are turning to Big Ass Fans for reliable, energy-efficient airflow solutions - with over 1,300 schools already benefiting from improved comfort and reduced heat stress in their learning spaces."



For Brisbane Bayside State College, the upgrade is intended to make one of its busiest facilities more comfortable during the school year. Whether students are sitting exams, attending assemblies or taking part in sport, the improved airflow is expected to support a more comfortable learning environment for both students and staff.



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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 20



• Brisbane Lions 126 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Port Adelaide 675







QAFL



QAFL - TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Morningside QAFL Seniors 155 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Labrador QAFL Seniors 88



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 109 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 55







QAFLW



QAFLW - Bond University



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 15 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Bond University QAFLW Seniors 12



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 38 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFLW Seniors 10















NPL



NPL Women



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Lions FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Eastern Suburbs 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0















NBL



NBL1 North



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Carmichael Ford Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Grand Finals



• Townsville Flames 85 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Hinricks Oval, Blackwater) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Central Queensland Capras 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 20



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Father Ranger Oval, Warwick) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Tweed Heads Seagulls 8 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 58








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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 20



• Brisbane Lions 126 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Port Adelaide 675







QAFL



QAFL - TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Morningside QAFL Seniors 155 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Labrador QAFL Seniors 88



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 109 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 55







QAFLW



QAFLW - Bond University



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 15 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Bond University QAFLW Seniors 12



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 38 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFLW Seniors 10















NPL



NPL Women



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Lions FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Eastern Suburbs 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0















NBL



NBL1 North



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Carmichael Ford Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Grand Finals



• Townsville Flames 85 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Hinricks Oval, Blackwater) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Central Queensland Capras 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 20



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Father Ranger Oval, Warwick) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Tweed Heads Seagulls 8 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 58








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Wynnum recorded 982 offences in the past year, according to Queensland Police data shown in the attached images, with theft and drug offences leading the way.



Read: Step Back in Time Along the Updated Wynnum Heritage Trail



The largest category was other theft (excluding unlawful entry), with 259 offences. Drug offences followed at 223, while other property damage and good order offences were both recorded at 85. There were also 68 unlawful entry offences, 65 traffic and related offences, 58 assaults and 32 fraud offences.











Lower numbers were recorded for unlawful use of a motor vehicle (24), weapons act offences (22), miscellaneous offences (19), handling stolen goods (14), trespassing and vagrancy (13), other offences against the person (9), robbery (3), liquor offences (2) and homicide (1).



Thursday recorded the highest number of offences



The day-of-week chart shows offences were not spread evenly through the week. Thursday had the highest count, followed by Wednesday and Tuesday. Sunday, Friday and Saturday recorded lower totals.











A separate time-of-day chart shows offences were recorded across more than one part of the day. In one filtered view, 366 offences were recorded between 6am and 2pm.







Crime Stoppers launches money trap campaign in Brisbane



The local data comes as Crime Stoppers Queensland is warning people not to fall for organised crime recruitment tactics as part of a new national Money Trap campaign.



Photo Credit: Crime Stoppers Queensland



Crime Stoppers says organised crime networks are using fake job offers, social media messages and promises of easy money to recruit unsuspecting people into moving criminal funds.



The warning is aimed especially at international students and temporary visa holders, but Crime Stoppers says anyone can be targeted.



People are being urged to watch for warning signs including:



* requests to receive or transfer money through a personal bank account



* requests to share banking details



* pressure to let someone else use an account



* pressure to act quickly or keep the deal secret



Crime Stoppers says if something seems too good to be true, it probably is.



Photo Credit: Crime Stoppers Queensland



A warning worth hearing in Wynnum



For Wynnum residents, the message is clear: the suburb’s latest crime figures show a broad mix of offending, and online scams can affect anyone.



Read: New World Order: How The 2026 World Cup Shifted Football’s Balance



Crime Stoppers Queensland says people who recognise a money trap early can help make organised crime harder to run. Anyone with information about suspicious activity can report it safely and anonymously through Crime Stoppers.



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Wynnum recorded 982 offences in the past year, according to Queensland Police data shown in the attached images, with theft and drug offences leading the way.



Read: Step Back in Time Along the Updated Wynnum Heritage Trail



The largest category was other theft (excluding unlawful entry), with 259 offences. Drug offences followed at 223, while other property damage and good order offences were both recorded at 85. There were also 68 unlawful entry offences, 65 traffic and related offences, 58 assaults and 32 fraud offences.











Lower numbers were recorded for unlawful use of a motor vehicle (24), weapons act offences (22), miscellaneous offences (19), handling stolen goods (14), trespassing and vagrancy (13), other offences against the person (9), robbery (3), liquor offences (2) and homicide (1).



Thursday recorded the highest number of offences



The day-of-week chart shows offences were not spread evenly through the week. Thursday had the highest count, followed by Wednesday and Tuesday. Sunday, Friday and Saturday recorded lower totals.











A separate time-of-day chart shows offences were recorded across more than one part of the day. In one filtered view, 366 offences were recorded between 6am and 2pm.







Crime Stoppers launches money trap campaign in Brisbane



The local data comes as Crime Stoppers Queensland is warning people not to fall for organised crime recruitment tactics as part of a new national Money Trap campaign.



Photo Credit: Crime Stoppers Queensland



Crime Stoppers says organised crime networks are using fake job offers, social media messages and promises of easy money to recruit unsuspecting people into moving criminal funds.



The warning is aimed especially at international students and temporary visa holders, but Crime Stoppers says anyone can be targeted.



People are being urged to watch for warning signs including:



* requests to receive or transfer money through a personal bank account



* requests to share banking details



* pressure to let someone else use an account



* pressure to act quickly or keep the deal secret



Crime Stoppers says if something seems too good to be true, it probably is.



Photo Credit: Crime Stoppers Queensland



A warning worth hearing in Wynnum



For Wynnum residents, the message is clear: the suburb’s latest crime figures show a broad mix of offending, and online scams can affect anyone.



Read: New World Order: How The 2026 World Cup Shifted Football’s Balance



Crime Stoppers Queensland says people who recognise a money trap early can help make organised crime harder to run. Anyone with information about suspicious activity can report it safely and anonymously through Crime Stoppers.



Published 23-July-2026
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Strolling down the Wynnum Heritage Trail now feels like flipping through the pages of a living history book, where every coastal breeze carries an echo from Brisbane's past.



Read: What’s Next for Brisbane’s Flight Paths? Wynnum and Manly Residents are Paying Attention



Unlocking the Bayside's Hidden Stories



Photo Credit: BrisbaneCItyCouncil



Why visit a stuffy museum when an entire coastline can tell the tale instead? Local authorities and regional historians have tossed out the old rulebook on preserving the past. Instead of locking archives away behind glass, they built an interactive four-kilometre loop right where the saltwater meets the sand.



Walkers pull out their phones, scan a quick code on a sleek marker, and watch vintage photographs pop up instantly against the modern backdrop. It turns an ordinary Sunday stroll into a treasure hunt through time, connecting today's joggers and coffee drinkers with the individuals who originally carved a community out of the mangroves.



Echoes of a Bygone Holiday Haven



Photo Credit: BrisbaneCItyCouncil



Long before modern commuters claimed the suburb, Wynnum served as the premier weekend escape for holidaymakers chasing sun and sea salt. The air used to buzz differently here.



Consider the footprint of the old Crown Theatre, which opened its doors in nineteen-fourteen to packed houses looking for weekend magic, or the enduring strength of the Waterloo Bay Hotel, standing tall since eighteen-eighty-nine. Even the iconic wading pool tells a gritty story of resilience, built by relief workers during the crushing weight of the Great Depression. Every landmark anchors a distinct chapter of human struggle and celebration.



Read: Wynnum Copper Theft Leaves Bayside United FC Facing $100,000 Repair Bill



A Fresh Lens on Tomorrow



Urban renewal rarely leaves room for nostalgia, yet this coastal project manages to weave yesterday directly into tomorrow. Digital tours inside tiny historic spaces like the Shire Clerk’s Cottage give modern visitors a peek into early domestic life without disturbing the dust.



Hop off the train from central Brisbane, lace up your sneakers, and you are immediately plugged into a living narrative. The path forward does not erase what came before; it simply hands the community a magnifying glass.



Published Date 20-July-2026
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Strolling down the Wynnum Heritage Trail now feels like flipping through the pages of a living history book, where every coastal breeze carries an echo from Brisbane's past.



Read: What’s Next for Brisbane’s Flight Paths? Wynnum and Manly Residents are Paying Attention



Unlocking the Bayside's Hidden Stories



Photo Credit: BrisbaneCItyCouncil



Why visit a stuffy museum when an entire coastline can tell the tale instead? Local authorities and regional historians have tossed out the old rulebook on preserving the past. Instead of locking archives away behind glass, they built an interactive four-kilometre loop right where the saltwater meets the sand.



Walkers pull out their phones, scan a quick code on a sleek marker, and watch vintage photographs pop up instantly against the modern backdrop. It turns an ordinary Sunday stroll into a treasure hunt through time, connecting today's joggers and coffee drinkers with the individuals who originally carved a community out of the mangroves.



Echoes of a Bygone Holiday Haven



Photo Credit: BrisbaneCItyCouncil



Long before modern commuters claimed the suburb, Wynnum served as the premier weekend escape for holidaymakers chasing sun and sea salt. The air used to buzz differently here.



Consider the footprint of the old Crown Theatre, which opened its doors in nineteen-fourteen to packed houses looking for weekend magic, or the enduring strength of the Waterloo Bay Hotel, standing tall since eighteen-eighty-nine. Even the iconic wading pool tells a gritty story of resilience, built by relief workers during the crushing weight of the Great Depression. Every landmark anchors a distinct chapter of human struggle and celebration.



Read: Wynnum Copper Theft Leaves Bayside United FC Facing $100,000 Repair Bill



A Fresh Lens on Tomorrow



Urban renewal rarely leaves room for nostalgia, yet this coastal project manages to weave yesterday directly into tomorrow. Digital tours inside tiny historic spaces like the Shire Clerk’s Cottage give modern visitors a peek into early domestic life without disturbing the dust.



Hop off the train from central Brisbane, lace up your sneakers, and you are immediately plugged into a living narrative. The path forward does not erase what came before; it simply hands the community a magnifying glass.



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Spain lifted the trophy, but the biggest story of the 2026 FIFA World Cup reached far beyond the final whistle.



Across a month of football in North America, the established powers still found their way into the closing rounds, yet the margin separating them from the rest of the world looked smaller than ever. Brazil fell to Norway. Germany's campaign ended in a penalty shootout against Paraguay. Morocco backed up its breakthrough in Qatar by reaching another semi-final after eliminating the Netherlands, while Cabo Verde stretched Argentina into extra time before finally being beaten.



None of those nations  lifted the trophy. All of them left the tournament with greater credibility than when they arrived. All of them changed the conversation.



By the time Spain edged Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the final, this World Cup had become about far more than one country's triumph. Reputation no longer guaranteed progress, and football's traditional hierarchy felt less certain than it had four years earlier. It was a tournament that echoed Arrigo Sacchi's enduring observation:




"Football belongs to whoever plays it best."— Arrigo Sacchi




Nobody Had An Easy Run



Look back through the knockout bracket and one thing stands out immediately: every favourite was forced to earn its place.



Argentina needed extra time to eliminate Cabo Verde in the Round of 16 before edging Switzerland in the quarter-finals and then England in the semi-finals. 



Spain's route to the title took them through Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and finally Argentina in the final, while England found themselves recovering from deficits against Mexico in the Round of 16 and Norway in the quarter-finals before securing third place against France in the bronze medal match.



Even Brazil, so often expected to contend deep into a World Cup, never reached the quarter-finals after Norway's Round of 16 upset of Brazil produced one of the tournament's defining results.



The names in the final four were familiar. The journey to get there was anything but.



The Gap Has Closed



For years, football has talked about the rise of nations outside the traditional elite. In 2026, that conversation finally felt settled.



Morocco proved their run to the semi-finals in Qatar was not a once-off. Paraguay's penalty shootout win over Germany sent another heavyweight home early. Norway's victory over Brazil confirmed they were no longer outsiders. Egypt's Round of 16 victory over Australia and Switzerland's penalty shootout win over Colombia reinforced how little now separates many of the world's best teams.



None of those results would have been dismissed as impossible. A decade ago, several would have been.



That may be the clearest sign yet of how much international football has changed.



Different Heroes Stepped Forward



One of the defining themes of the tournament wasn't the farewell of an ageing superstar. It was the arrival of players now ready to become the faces of the next World Cup cycle.



Jude Bellingham (England) drove England through the knockout rounds, scoring twice against Norway before adding another in the bronze medal match. Bukayo Saka (England) finished the tournament with a hat-trick against France. Spain never relied on one match-winner either. Ferran Torres (Spain) settled the final in extra time after Pedro Porro (Spain), Mikel Oyarzabal (Spain) and Mikel Merino (Spain) had all delivered decisive moments earlier in the tournament.



Argentina still leaned on Lionel Messi (Argentina), but Lautaro Martínez (Argentina) and Enzo Fernández (Argentina) increasingly shaped the biggest moments. Norway's charge owed much to Erling Haaland (Norway), whose performance against Brazil became one of the images of the tournament.



The stars were recognisable. The balance between generations had unmistakably shifted.



Winning Became A Squad Exercise



The deeper the tournament went, the less it resembled a contest decided by starting XIs alone.



Extra-time football became a recurring feature of the knockout rounds. Spain's victory over Argentina in the final, England's comeback against Norway in the quarter-finals and Norway's upset of Brazil in the Round of 16 all demanded more than 90 minutes of planning from the coaches involved.



Tactical flexibility, fresh legs and the ability to change a match from the bench became just as valuable as individual brilliance.



Depth was no longer a luxury. It became a requirement.



Spain Set The Standard



Spain deserved to be champions not because they dominated every opponent, but because they consistently found answers.



Their path to the trophy took them past Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and Argentina in the final. Each opponent posed a different challenge, yet Spain adapted every time. Their success was built on structure, patience and contributions from throughout the squad rather than dependence on one headline name.



In a tournament defined by narrow margins, that proved to be the difference.



A Different World Cup



Every World Cup leaves behind a champion.



Some leave behind something bigger.



The lasting memory of 2026 may not be Spain lifting the trophy. It may be the moment football finally accepted that the old hierarchy no longer offers guarantees. Traditional powers remain exactly that — powerful. But every four years, more nations arrive believing they belong, and increasingly they have the performances to justify that belief.



Spain won the World Cup.



The rest of the world ensured the race for the next one is more open than it has been in decades.



Published 20-July-2026




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Spain lifted the trophy, but the biggest story of the 2026 FIFA World Cup reached far beyond the final whistle.



Across a month of football in North America, the established powers still found their way into the closing rounds, yet the margin separating them from the rest of the world looked smaller than ever. Brazil fell to Norway. Germany's campaign ended in a penalty shootout against Paraguay. Morocco backed up its breakthrough in Qatar by reaching another semi-final after eliminating the Netherlands, while Cabo Verde stretched Argentina into extra time before finally being beaten.



None of those nations  lifted the trophy. All of them left the tournament with greater credibility than when they arrived. All of them changed the conversation.



By the time Spain edged Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the final, this World Cup had become about far more than one country's triumph. Reputation no longer guaranteed progress, and football's traditional hierarchy felt less certain than it had four years earlier. It was a tournament that echoed Arrigo Sacchi's enduring observation:




"Football belongs to whoever plays it best."— Arrigo Sacchi




Nobody Had An Easy Run



Look back through the knockout bracket and one thing stands out immediately: every favourite was forced to earn its place.



Argentina needed extra time to eliminate Cabo Verde in the Round of 16 before edging Switzerland in the quarter-finals and then England in the semi-finals. 



Spain's route to the title took them through Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and finally Argentina in the final, while England found themselves recovering from deficits against Mexico in the Round of 16 and Norway in the quarter-finals before securing third place against France in the bronze medal match.



Even Brazil, so often expected to contend deep into a World Cup, never reached the quarter-finals after Norway's Round of 16 upset of Brazil produced one of the tournament's defining results.



The names in the final four were familiar. The journey to get there was anything but.



The Gap Has Closed



For years, football has talked about the rise of nations outside the traditional elite. In 2026, that conversation finally felt settled.



Morocco proved their run to the semi-finals in Qatar was not a once-off. Paraguay's penalty shootout win over Germany sent another heavyweight home early. Norway's victory over Brazil confirmed they were no longer outsiders. Egypt's Round of 16 victory over Australia and Switzerland's penalty shootout win over Colombia reinforced how little now separates many of the world's best teams.



None of those results would have been dismissed as impossible. A decade ago, several would have been.



That may be the clearest sign yet of how much international football has changed.



Different Heroes Stepped Forward



One of the defining themes of the tournament wasn't the farewell of an ageing superstar. It was the arrival of players now ready to become the faces of the next World Cup cycle.



Jude Bellingham (England) drove England through the knockout rounds, scoring twice against Norway before adding another in the bronze medal match. Bukayo Saka (England) finished the tournament with a hat-trick against France. Spain never relied on one match-winner either. Ferran Torres (Spain) settled the final in extra time after Pedro Porro (Spain), Mikel Oyarzabal (Spain) and Mikel Merino (Spain) had all delivered decisive moments earlier in the tournament.



Argentina still leaned on Lionel Messi (Argentina), but Lautaro Martínez (Argentina) and Enzo Fernández (Argentina) increasingly shaped the biggest moments. Norway's charge owed much to Erling Haaland (Norway), whose performance against Brazil became one of the images of the tournament.



The stars were recognisable. The balance between generations had unmistakably shifted.



Winning Became A Squad Exercise



The deeper the tournament went, the less it resembled a contest decided by starting XIs alone.



Extra-time football became a recurring feature of the knockout rounds. Spain's victory over Argentina in the final, England's comeback against Norway in the quarter-finals and Norway's upset of Brazil in the Round of 16 all demanded more than 90 minutes of planning from the coaches involved.



Tactical flexibility, fresh legs and the ability to change a match from the bench became just as valuable as individual brilliance.



Depth was no longer a luxury. It became a requirement.



Spain Set The Standard



Spain deserved to be champions not because they dominated every opponent, but because they consistently found answers.



Their path to the trophy took them past Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and Argentina in the final. Each opponent posed a different challenge, yet Spain adapted every time. Their success was built on structure, patience and contributions from throughout the squad rather than dependence on one headline name.



In a tournament defined by narrow margins, that proved to be the difference.



A Different World Cup



Every World Cup leaves behind a champion.



Some leave behind something bigger.



The lasting memory of 2026 may not be Spain lifting the trophy. It may be the moment football finally accepted that the old hierarchy no longer offers guarantees. Traditional powers remain exactly that — powerful. But every four years, more nations arrive believing they belong, and increasingly they have the performances to justify that belief.



Spain won the World Cup.



The rest of the world ensured the race for the next one is more open than it has been in decades.



Published 20-July-2026




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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 17-19 July 2026]]></title>
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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Optus Stadium, Perth • Whadjuk) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 19



• West Coast Eagles 69   |   Brisbane Lions 93







QAFL



TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Kombumerri Park / Neptune Homes Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 68 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 61



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 46 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFL Seniors 128



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Aspley QAFLW Seniors 35



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Maroochydore Multi Sports Complex / Neil Upton Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Maroochydore QAFLW Seniors 13 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 17















FQPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (St Georges Park (St George Willawong FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• St George Willawong 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Caboolture Sports FC 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 0







NPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Gold Coast Knights 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 2



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Eastern Suburbs 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Magic United 4



Sun, July 19, 2026 (Goodwin Park (Olympic FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Olympic FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Roar B 1



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Gold Coast Knights 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1 North



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 91 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteors 95



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 98 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 110



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 64 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteorettes 88



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 75 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 18



• Ipswich Jets 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 52



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• Brisbane Tigers 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Western Clydesdales 14



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• WM Seagulls 14 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Cutters 16




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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Optus Stadium, Perth • Whadjuk) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 19



• West Coast Eagles 69   |   Brisbane Lions 93







QAFL



TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Kombumerri Park / Neptune Homes Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 68 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 61



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 46 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFL Seniors 128



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Aspley QAFLW Seniors 35



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Maroochydore Multi Sports Complex / Neil Upton Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Maroochydore QAFLW Seniors 13 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 17















FQPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (St Georges Park (St George Willawong FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• St George Willawong 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Caboolture Sports FC 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 0







NPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Gold Coast Knights 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 2



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Eastern Suburbs 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Magic United 4



Sun, July 19, 2026 (Goodwin Park (Olympic FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Olympic FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Roar B 1



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Gold Coast Knights 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1 North



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 91 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteors 95



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 98 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 110



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 64 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteorettes 88



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 75 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 18



• Ipswich Jets 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 52



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• Brisbane Tigers 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Western Clydesdales 14



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• WM Seagulls 14 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Cutters 16




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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 10-12 July 2026]]></title>
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Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 18 • Brisbane Lions 149 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Essendon 59







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 14 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 123 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 46



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Noosa Oval / Rococo Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 14 • Noosa QAFL Seniors 82 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 59







Bond University QAFLW



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 12 • Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 30 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFLW Seniors 48















FQPL1



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Whites Hill Reserve (Holland Park Hawks FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 18 • Holland Park Hawks 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; North Star 0



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 18 • Redlands United 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1







NPL



Fri, July 10, 2026 (AJ Kelly Park (Peninsula Power FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Peninsula Power 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 0



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Brisbane Roar B 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Rochedale Rovers 1



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Lions FC 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 13 • South West Metro Pirates 86 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Gold Coast Rollers 126



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 13 • South West Metro Pirates 62 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Gold Coast Rollers 73











QRL



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – Men – Round 17 • Brisbane Tigers 30 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Logan Magpies 16



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Preston Building Sports Complex, Piggabeen) – QRL – Women – Round 6 • Tweed Heads Seagulls 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 22



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Tigers 32 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Logan Magpies 24




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Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 18 • Brisbane Lions 149 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Essendon 59







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 14 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 123 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 46



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Noosa Oval / Rococo Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 14 • Noosa QAFL Seniors 82 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 59







Bond University QAFLW



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 12 • Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 30 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFLW Seniors 48















FQPL1



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Whites Hill Reserve (Holland Park Hawks FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 18 • Holland Park Hawks 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; North Star 0



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 18 • Redlands United 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1







NPL



Fri, July 10, 2026 (AJ Kelly Park (Peninsula Power FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Peninsula Power 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 0



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Brisbane Roar B 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Rochedale Rovers 1



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Lions FC 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 13 • South West Metro Pirates 86 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Gold Coast Rollers 126



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 13 • South West Metro Pirates 62 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Gold Coast Rollers 73











QRL



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – Men – Round 17 • Brisbane Tigers 30 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Logan Magpies 16



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Preston Building Sports Complex, Piggabeen) – QRL – Women – Round 6 • Tweed Heads Seagulls 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 22



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Tigers 32 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Logan Magpies 24




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<title><![CDATA[Maroons Couldn't Break The Blues' Grip As Cleary Guides NSW To Origin Shield]]></title>
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Queensland had done the hard part.



After losing the series opener, the Maroons responded in Perth to force a State of Origin decider back to Suncorp Stadium, putting themselves within 80 minutes of retaining the shield. What they couldn't do on Wednesday, July 8, was wrestle control of the contest away from Nathan Cleary and a New South Wales side that dominated territory, possession and the biggest moments on its way to a 30-12 victory.



Cleary scored two tries, kicked four conversions and a penalty goal before collecting the Wally Lewis Medal as player of the 2026 series, but his greatest influence came through his game management. Whenever Queensland looked capable of building pressure, the Blues halfback calmly steered the contest back onto New South Wales' terms.



Queensland Lost The Territory Battle



The opening quarter was as tight as any Origin decider should be. Both teams spilled early possession, neither side found much attacking rhythm and there was little to separate them until New South Wales began winning the battle that shaped the rest of the night — field position.



The Blues completed 38 of their 44 sets at 86 per cent, while Queensland managed 31 completions from the same number of opportunities at 70 per cent. That gap flowed through the key statistics. New South Wales enjoyed 54 per cent possession, held the ball for nearly four-and-a-half minutes longer, ran for 1,457 metres to Queensland's 1,260 and finished with 853 kicking metres compared with the Maroons' 604.



Queensland's effort in defence could hardly be questioned. The Maroons made 370 tackles but missed 47, compared with 34 by the Blues, while repeated defensive sets gradually allowed New South Wales to wear Queensland down.







Nine Minutes That Mattered



Queensland had defended strongly enough to stay in the contest until Cleary broke through for the opening try in the 14th minute.



The match then swung decisively.



Stephen Crichton's line break created Cleary's second try before Cameron Murray, only moments after entering from the interchange, burst through the middle after breaking the line himself to extend the lead to 18-0. In the space of nine minutes, an arm wrestle had become a chase.



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow's try shortly before halftime gave Queensland hope, but Sam Walker's missed conversion left the Maroons trailing 18-4 rather than within two converted tries. It proved the first of three missed conversion attempts that ultimately left six points on the field.



The Comeback Never Came



Queensland emerged after the break with renewed energy.



Consecutive set restarts finally pinned New South Wales inside its own half before Selwyn Cobbo crossed to reduce the margin to 18-8 and lift the Suncorp crowd.



The Blues answered almost immediately.



Bradman Best restored the three-score advantage after another polished attacking movement before Cleary converted. Jojo Fifita's second-half try again gave Queensland a chance to build, but another missed conversion meant the Maroons still hadn't fully capitalised on their opportunities.



The three missed conversions were costly, but they reflected a broader problem. Queensland never generated enough sustained pressure to make New South Wales uncomfortable. Thirteen handling errors repeatedly handed the initiative back to the Blues, whose kicking game and completion rate ensured the Maroons were constantly working out of their own end.



Blues Finish The Job



New South Wales also overcame setbacks that could easily have unsettled the side. Captain James Tedesco failed a head injury assessment late in the first half and did not return, while Jack Bostock also failed a head injury assessment after the break.



The Blues barely changed.



Their defensive structure remained intact, Cameron Murray's impact from the bench strengthened the middle and Cleary continued to dictate the contest until a late penalty goal effectively sealed the result before Hudson Young crossed after the full-time siren.



Queensland will review a completion rate of just 70 per cent, 13 handling errors and a night spent chasing territory. New South Wales completed their sets more consistently, kicked more effectively and trusted Cleary to control the biggest moments. On a night when the Maroons needed to dictate terms at Suncorp, they never managed to do it, and the Origin shield is heading back to New South Wales.



Match Summary



Queensland Maroons 12 (Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, Selwyn Cobbo, Jojo Fifita tries)



lost to



New South Wales Blues 30 (Nathan Cleary 2, Cameron Murray, Bradman Best, Hudson Young tries; Nathan Cleary 4/5 goals, penalty goal)



Halftime: New South Wales 18-4



Wally Lewis Medal: Nathan Cleary (New South Wales)



Published 8-July-2026




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Queensland had done the hard part.



After losing the series opener, the Maroons responded in Perth to force a State of Origin decider back to Suncorp Stadium, putting themselves within 80 minutes of retaining the shield. What they couldn't do on Wednesday, July 8, was wrestle control of the contest away from Nathan Cleary and a New South Wales side that dominated territory, possession and the biggest moments on its way to a 30-12 victory.



Cleary scored two tries, kicked four conversions and a penalty goal before collecting the Wally Lewis Medal as player of the 2026 series, but his greatest influence came through his game management. Whenever Queensland looked capable of building pressure, the Blues halfback calmly steered the contest back onto New South Wales' terms.



Queensland Lost The Territory Battle



The opening quarter was as tight as any Origin decider should be. Both teams spilled early possession, neither side found much attacking rhythm and there was little to separate them until New South Wales began winning the battle that shaped the rest of the night — field position.



The Blues completed 38 of their 44 sets at 86 per cent, while Queensland managed 31 completions from the same number of opportunities at 70 per cent. That gap flowed through the key statistics. New South Wales enjoyed 54 per cent possession, held the ball for nearly four-and-a-half minutes longer, ran for 1,457 metres to Queensland's 1,260 and finished with 853 kicking metres compared with the Maroons' 604.



Queensland's effort in defence could hardly be questioned. The Maroons made 370 tackles but missed 47, compared with 34 by the Blues, while repeated defensive sets gradually allowed New South Wales to wear Queensland down.







Nine Minutes That Mattered



Queensland had defended strongly enough to stay in the contest until Cleary broke through for the opening try in the 14th minute.



The match then swung decisively.



Stephen Crichton's line break created Cleary's second try before Cameron Murray, only moments after entering from the interchange, burst through the middle after breaking the line himself to extend the lead to 18-0. In the space of nine minutes, an arm wrestle had become a chase.



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow's try shortly before halftime gave Queensland hope, but Sam Walker's missed conversion left the Maroons trailing 18-4 rather than within two converted tries. It proved the first of three missed conversion attempts that ultimately left six points on the field.



The Comeback Never Came



Queensland emerged after the break with renewed energy.



Consecutive set restarts finally pinned New South Wales inside its own half before Selwyn Cobbo crossed to reduce the margin to 18-8 and lift the Suncorp crowd.



The Blues answered almost immediately.



Bradman Best restored the three-score advantage after another polished attacking movement before Cleary converted. Jojo Fifita's second-half try again gave Queensland a chance to build, but another missed conversion meant the Maroons still hadn't fully capitalised on their opportunities.



The three missed conversions were costly, but they reflected a broader problem. Queensland never generated enough sustained pressure to make New South Wales uncomfortable. Thirteen handling errors repeatedly handed the initiative back to the Blues, whose kicking game and completion rate ensured the Maroons were constantly working out of their own end.



Blues Finish The Job



New South Wales also overcame setbacks that could easily have unsettled the side. Captain James Tedesco failed a head injury assessment late in the first half and did not return, while Jack Bostock also failed a head injury assessment after the break.



The Blues barely changed.



Their defensive structure remained intact, Cameron Murray's impact from the bench strengthened the middle and Cleary continued to dictate the contest until a late penalty goal effectively sealed the result before Hudson Young crossed after the full-time siren.



Queensland will review a completion rate of just 70 per cent, 13 handling errors and a night spent chasing territory. New South Wales completed their sets more consistently, kicked more effectively and trusted Cleary to control the biggest moments. On a night when the Maroons needed to dictate terms at Suncorp, they never managed to do it, and the Origin shield is heading back to New South Wales.



Match Summary



Queensland Maroons 12 (Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, Selwyn Cobbo, Jojo Fifita tries)



lost to



New South Wales Blues 30 (Nathan Cleary 2, Cameron Murray, Bradman Best, Hudson Young tries; Nathan Cleary 4/5 goals, penalty goal)



Halftime: New South Wales 18-4



Wally Lewis Medal: Nathan Cleary (New South Wales)



Published 8-July-2026




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<title><![CDATA[What’s Next for Brisbane’s Flight Paths? Wynnum and Manly Residents are Paying Attention]]></title>
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Residents across Wynnum, Manly and Brisbane’s eastern suburbs are continuing to follow developments in Brisbane’s aircraft noise debate, with community campaigners questioning future flight paths while Airservices Australia and Brisbane Airport point to a series of initiatives already underway to reduce noise impacts.



Read: Brisbane Clown Festival To Bring Cabaret And Family Shows To Wynnum



At the centre of the discussion is the departure flight path review, part of Airservices Australia’s ongoing Noise Action Plan for Brisbane. While community group Transparent Skies Network (TSN) believes another route deserves greater consideration, aviation authorities say aircraft noise can only be reduced within the limits of aviation safety, weather and operational requirements.



The debate has become less about whether aircraft noise should be reduced and more about which approach will deliver the best outcome.



Community group wants Gateway Motorway option explained



Transparent Skies Network has renewed calls for Airservices Australia to provide greater transparency around how future departure routes are being assessed.



The group says Airservices Australia’s consultant identified an alternative route following the Gateway Motorway corridor between Minnippi Parklands and the Belmont Rifle Range. According to TSN, directing more aircraft over existing transport corridors and nearby open space could reduce aircraft noise over homes and schools in Brisbane’s eastern suburbs.



TSN is also calling on Airservices Australia to release comparative noise modelling comparing the Gateway Motorway proposal with the option currently under consideration. The group says making that information public would help residents better understand how decisions affecting local communities are made.



The campaign also cites historical radar data showing that aircraft were once dispersed across a wider area before advances in navigation technology concentrated flights along narrower flight paths.



Photo Credit: Gateway Motorway/Wikipedia



Airservices says changes are already reducing noise over the bayside



While campaigners are calling for additional changes, Airservices Australia says it has already introduced several measures through its Brisbane Noise Action Plan to reduce the impact of aircraft noise where operationally possible.



One of its key initiatives is increasing the use of Simultaneous Opposite Direction Parallel Runway Operations, known as SODPROPS. Under this operating mode, aircraft arrive over Moreton Bay to Brisbane Airport’s western runway while departures leave from the eastern runway over water whenever conditions allow.



According to Airservices Australia’s 2026 progress update, changes introduced in late 2024 aligned over-water departure paths and increased the altitude of aircraft crossing the mainland coastline. The agency says aircraft now cross bayside communities about 4,000 to 5,000 feet higher than before, reducing noise impacts while flying over fewer people.&nbsp;&nbsp;



Airservices says the use of SODPROPS increased from 1.4 per cent of Brisbane Airport flights in 2024 to 2.63 per cent in 2025. It also reports operational improvements have increased its ability to use the system by about 40 per cent when weather conditions are comparable.&nbsp;&nbsp;



The report states that each over-water departure means about 300,000 fewer people are overflown during southerly wind conditions and about 500,000 fewer people during northerly wind conditions compared with standard operations.  



Photo Credit: Airservices Australia



Overnight trial is testing another way to reduce aircraft noise



Noise reduction efforts are also continuing through a separate Brisbane Airport initiative.



In December 2025, Brisbane Airport launched an 18-month voluntary tailwind data trial in partnership with Airservices Australia and with support from the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA).



The trial is collecting operational data to determine whether more aircraft can safely use over-water arrival and departure routes during overnight hours between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. It allows participating pilots to voluntarily operate with tailwinds of up to 10 knots when strict safety and weather conditions are met.



Brisbane Airport says greater use of over-water operations, particularly at night, has the potential to reduce aircraft noise for surrounding communities. The airport also reported that 63 per cent of overnight aircraft movements between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. had already arrived or departed over water during the six months leading up to the trial.



The second stage of the trial, which includes both arrivals and departures, is now underway and is expected to continue until mid-2027.



Weather and safety still limit over-water operations



Airservices Australia says increasing over-water departures is not simply a matter of selecting a different route.



According to the agency, SODPROPS can only operate when weather, visibility, traffic levels and runway conditions all meet strict safety requirements. During 2025, suitable conditions existed for only 968 of the 4,377 priority operating hours identified for the system. When those conditions were available, Airservices says controllers used SODPROPS about 82 per cent of the time.&nbsp;&nbsp;



The agency says weather remains the biggest factor limiting the use of over-water departures, even though further operational improvements continue to be explored. Flight path design must also account for aircraft performance, interactions with other aircraft, military airspace, airport capacity and national aviation safety standards.&nbsp;&nbsp;



Adding to the discussion



Queensland Senator Paul Scarr recently questioned why aircraft continue to fly over residential neighbourhoods rather than following the Gateway Motorway corridor. In a public statement, he said communities wanted to understand why a route he described as providing the best noise outcome for the greatest number of people had not been adopted.



Photo Credit: SenatorPaulScarr/Facebook







His comments reflect concerns raised by some residents and community groups seeking greater transparency around the assessment of alternative flight paths.



Read: Wynnum Fringe to Transform Spiegeltent into a 1980s Pub Rock Venue with Highway To Hell Show 



Aircraft noise has remained a major community issue since Brisbane Airport’s second runway opened in 2020, and there is little sign the discussion will end soon.



Published 6-July-2026
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Residents across Wynnum, Manly and Brisbane’s eastern suburbs are continuing to follow developments in Brisbane’s aircraft noise debate, with community campaigners questioning future flight paths while Airservices Australia and Brisbane Airport point to a series of initiatives already underway to reduce noise impacts.



Read: Brisbane Clown Festival To Bring Cabaret And Family Shows To Wynnum



At the centre of the discussion is the departure flight path review, part of Airservices Australia’s ongoing Noise Action Plan for Brisbane. While community group Transparent Skies Network (TSN) believes another route deserves greater consideration, aviation authorities say aircraft noise can only be reduced within the limits of aviation safety, weather and operational requirements.



The debate has become less about whether aircraft noise should be reduced and more about which approach will deliver the best outcome.



Community group wants Gateway Motorway option explained



Transparent Skies Network has renewed calls for Airservices Australia to provide greater transparency around how future departure routes are being assessed.



The group says Airservices Australia’s consultant identified an alternative route following the Gateway Motorway corridor between Minnippi Parklands and the Belmont Rifle Range. According to TSN, directing more aircraft over existing transport corridors and nearby open space could reduce aircraft noise over homes and schools in Brisbane’s eastern suburbs.



TSN is also calling on Airservices Australia to release comparative noise modelling comparing the Gateway Motorway proposal with the option currently under consideration. The group says making that information public would help residents better understand how decisions affecting local communities are made.



The campaign also cites historical radar data showing that aircraft were once dispersed across a wider area before advances in navigation technology concentrated flights along narrower flight paths.



Photo Credit: Gateway Motorway/Wikipedia



Airservices says changes are already reducing noise over the bayside



While campaigners are calling for additional changes, Airservices Australia says it has already introduced several measures through its Brisbane Noise Action Plan to reduce the impact of aircraft noise where operationally possible.



One of its key initiatives is increasing the use of Simultaneous Opposite Direction Parallel Runway Operations, known as SODPROPS. Under this operating mode, aircraft arrive over Moreton Bay to Brisbane Airport’s western runway while departures leave from the eastern runway over water whenever conditions allow.



According to Airservices Australia’s 2026 progress update, changes introduced in late 2024 aligned over-water departure paths and increased the altitude of aircraft crossing the mainland coastline. The agency says aircraft now cross bayside communities about 4,000 to 5,000 feet higher than before, reducing noise impacts while flying over fewer people.&nbsp;&nbsp;



Airservices says the use of SODPROPS increased from 1.4 per cent of Brisbane Airport flights in 2024 to 2.63 per cent in 2025. It also reports operational improvements have increased its ability to use the system by about 40 per cent when weather conditions are comparable.&nbsp;&nbsp;



The report states that each over-water departure means about 300,000 fewer people are overflown during southerly wind conditions and about 500,000 fewer people during northerly wind conditions compared with standard operations.  



Photo Credit: Airservices Australia



Overnight trial is testing another way to reduce aircraft noise



Noise reduction efforts are also continuing through a separate Brisbane Airport initiative.



In December 2025, Brisbane Airport launched an 18-month voluntary tailwind data trial in partnership with Airservices Australia and with support from the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA).



The trial is collecting operational data to determine whether more aircraft can safely use over-water arrival and departure routes during overnight hours between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. It allows participating pilots to voluntarily operate with tailwinds of up to 10 knots when strict safety and weather conditions are met.



Brisbane Airport says greater use of over-water operations, particularly at night, has the potential to reduce aircraft noise for surrounding communities. The airport also reported that 63 per cent of overnight aircraft movements between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. had already arrived or departed over water during the six months leading up to the trial.



The second stage of the trial, which includes both arrivals and departures, is now underway and is expected to continue until mid-2027.



Weather and safety still limit over-water operations



Airservices Australia says increasing over-water departures is not simply a matter of selecting a different route.



According to the agency, SODPROPS can only operate when weather, visibility, traffic levels and runway conditions all meet strict safety requirements. During 2025, suitable conditions existed for only 968 of the 4,377 priority operating hours identified for the system. When those conditions were available, Airservices says controllers used SODPROPS about 82 per cent of the time.&nbsp;&nbsp;



The agency says weather remains the biggest factor limiting the use of over-water departures, even though further operational improvements continue to be explored. Flight path design must also account for aircraft performance, interactions with other aircraft, military airspace, airport capacity and national aviation safety standards.&nbsp;&nbsp;



Adding to the discussion



Queensland Senator Paul Scarr recently questioned why aircraft continue to fly over residential neighbourhoods rather than following the Gateway Motorway corridor. In a public statement, he said communities wanted to understand why a route he described as providing the best noise outcome for the greatest number of people had not been adopted.



Photo Credit: SenatorPaulScarr/Facebook







His comments reflect concerns raised by some residents and community groups seeking greater transparency around the assessment of alternative flight paths.



Read: Wynnum Fringe to Transform Spiegeltent into a 1980s Pub Rock Venue with Highway To Hell Show 



Aircraft noise has remained a major community issue since Brisbane Airport’s second runway opened in 2020, and there is little sign the discussion will end soon.



Published 6-July-2026
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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 3-5 July 2026]]></title>
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FQPL1



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Briggs Road Sporting Complex, Ipswich) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 17 • Ipswich FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 3



Sat, July 4, 2026 (John Fredericks Park, Capalaba) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 17 • Capalaba FC 0   |   St George Willawong 2







NPL



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Carmichael Park, Wynnum) – NPL Men – Round 17 • Wynnum Wolves 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Rochedale Rovers 1



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Heath Park, Brisbane) – NPL Men – Round 17 • Eastern Suburbs 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Peninsula Power 3



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre, Gold Coast) – NPL Men – Round 17 • Gold Coast Knights 2 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Moreton City Excelsior 1



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre, Gold Coast) – NPL Women – Round 21 • Gold Coast Knights 5 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1



Sun, July 5, 2026 (Spencer Park, Brisbane) – NPL Women – Round 21 • Brisbane City 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium, Brisbane) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 12 • South West Metro Pirates 73 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Logan Thunder 81



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium, Brisbane) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 12 • South West Metro Pirates 85 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Logan Thunder 112



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Rowland Cowan Stadium, Brisbane) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 12 • Southern Districts Spartans 79 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Cairns Dolphins 86



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Rowland Cowan Stadium, Brisbane) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 12 • Southern Districts Spartans 83 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Cairns Marlins 99











QRL



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Preston Building Sports Complex, Tweed Heads) – QRL Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 16 • Tweed Heads Seagulls 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 26



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Preston Building Sports Complex, Tweed Heads) – QRL BMD Premiership – Women – Round 5 • Tweed Heads Seagulls 14 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 38



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Stafford Park, Hervey Bay) – QRL BMD Premiership – Women – Round 5 • WM Seagulls 28 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Western Clydesdales 6




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FQPL1



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Briggs Road Sporting Complex, Ipswich) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 17 • Ipswich FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 3



Sat, July 4, 2026 (John Fredericks Park, Capalaba) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 17 • Capalaba FC 0   |   St George Willawong 2







NPL



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Carmichael Park, Wynnum) – NPL Men – Round 17 • Wynnum Wolves 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Rochedale Rovers 1



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Heath Park, Brisbane) – NPL Men – Round 17 • Eastern Suburbs 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Peninsula Power 3



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre, Gold Coast) – NPL Men – Round 17 • Gold Coast Knights 2 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Moreton City Excelsior 1



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre, Gold Coast) – NPL Women – Round 21 • Gold Coast Knights 5 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1



Sun, July 5, 2026 (Spencer Park, Brisbane) – NPL Women – Round 21 • Brisbane City 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium, Brisbane) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 12 • South West Metro Pirates 73 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Logan Thunder 81



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium, Brisbane) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 12 • South West Metro Pirates 85 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Logan Thunder 112



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Rowland Cowan Stadium, Brisbane) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 12 • Southern Districts Spartans 79 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Cairns Dolphins 86



Fri, July 3, 2026 (Rowland Cowan Stadium, Brisbane) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 12 • Southern Districts Spartans 83 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Cairns Marlins 99











QRL



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Preston Building Sports Complex, Tweed Heads) – QRL Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 16 • Tweed Heads Seagulls 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 26



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Preston Building Sports Complex, Tweed Heads) – QRL BMD Premiership – Women – Round 5 • Tweed Heads Seagulls 14 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 38



Sat, July 4, 2026 (Stafford Park, Hervey Bay) – QRL BMD Premiership – Women – Round 5 • WM Seagulls 28 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Western Clydesdales 6




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The long-awaited Harris Farm Markets fresh food store is expected to begin trading in Bulimba by mid-2027, anchoring the $190-million Lua precinct on Oxford Street as the family-owned grocer expands further across Queensland.



Read: What’s Next for Bulimba? Inside the Barracks Transformation and Lua Development



The market will become the main retail tenant at Lua, a three-level development under construction at 187–193 Oxford Street. It will join restaurants, shops and wellness businesses in a precinct designed to attract more visitors to the western end of the shopping strip.



The latest timeframe gives residents a clearer idea of when the long-running project may finish. However, Harris Farm Markets has not yet announced an exact opening date for its Bulimba store.



Photo Credit: Cielo Group



A fresh food anchor for the Lua precinct



Harris Farm Markets is known for fruit, vegetables and specialty groceries. Its larger stores also carry products across bakery, deli, meat, seafood and prepared food sections.&nbsp;



Once construction is completed, the store will occupy about 1,908 square metres of the site’s ground level. The building itself will extend across the site’s Oxford Street frontage. An internal walkway will connect the market, café areas, lifts and upper levels.



Photo Credit: Google Maps screengrab



Lua will include three basement parking levels with 241 car spaces. The precinct will also contain dining areas, commercial tenancies and rooftop wellness facilities. Chargrill Charlie’s has also been named as a tenant. Further details about the remaining businesses have not yet been widely released.



Mid-2027 target replaces earlier opening forecast



Cielo Group first announced Harris Farm Markets as the development’s anchor tenant in September 2023. At the time, the developer expected the Oxford Street precinct to begin trading in the first quarter of 2025.



Cielo’s original announcement said Harris Farm would occupy about 90 per cent of the ground-floor retail area. The developer described the business as the central tenant for the new food and lifestyle precinct.







Photo Credit: Cielo Group



The project has changed since its early planning stages. Cielo later pursued plans for more rooftop dining and entertainment space, while the reported value of the development rose from $80 million to $190 million.



Bulimba joins a wider Queensland expansion



The Bulimba store forms part of Harris Farm Markets’ wider plan to grow across Queensland. Co-chief executive Luke Harris said the company was looking for more sites in Brisbane, the Gold Coast, the Sunshine Coast and Toowoomba. Queensland is expected to account for a major share of the company’s growth through to 2030, with Harris Farm planning to add about two or three stores each year.



Harris Farm currently operates three Queensland markets. Its Brisbane stores are at West End and Clayfield, while its Gold Coast market is at Isle of Capri.



Bulimba would become its fourth Queensland location if no other planned store begins trading first. It would also give the business a third position within Brisbane.



Read: Oxford Street in Bulimba Set for a Transformation, Anchor Tenant Announced



The company has 34 markets across Australia and remains fully owned by the Harris family. David and Cathy Harris founded the business in Sydney in 1971.



Harris Farm recently became a certified B Corporation. The certification assesses businesses against social, environmental and governance standards.



Published 28-July-2026
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The long-awaited Harris Farm Markets fresh food store is expected to begin trading in Bulimba by mid-2027, anchoring the $190-million Lua precinct on Oxford Street as the family-owned grocer expands further across Queensland.



Read: What’s Next for Bulimba? Inside the Barracks Transformation and Lua Development



The market will become the main retail tenant at Lua, a three-level development under construction at 187–193 Oxford Street. It will join restaurants, shops and wellness businesses in a precinct designed to attract more visitors to the western end of the shopping strip.



The latest timeframe gives residents a clearer idea of when the long-running project may finish. However, Harris Farm Markets has not yet announced an exact opening date for its Bulimba store.



Photo Credit: Cielo Group



A fresh food anchor for the Lua precinct



Harris Farm Markets is known for fruit, vegetables and specialty groceries. Its larger stores also carry products across bakery, deli, meat, seafood and prepared food sections.&nbsp;



Once construction is completed, the store will occupy about 1,908 square metres of the site’s ground level. The building itself will extend across the site’s Oxford Street frontage. An internal walkway will connect the market, café areas, lifts and upper levels.



Photo Credit: Google Maps screengrab



Lua will include three basement parking levels with 241 car spaces. The precinct will also contain dining areas, commercial tenancies and rooftop wellness facilities. Chargrill Charlie’s has also been named as a tenant. Further details about the remaining businesses have not yet been widely released.



Mid-2027 target replaces earlier opening forecast



Cielo Group first announced Harris Farm Markets as the development’s anchor tenant in September 2023. At the time, the developer expected the Oxford Street precinct to begin trading in the first quarter of 2025.



Cielo’s original announcement said Harris Farm would occupy about 90 per cent of the ground-floor retail area. The developer described the business as the central tenant for the new food and lifestyle precinct.







Photo Credit: Cielo Group



The project has changed since its early planning stages. Cielo later pursued plans for more rooftop dining and entertainment space, while the reported value of the development rose from $80 million to $190 million.



Bulimba joins a wider Queensland expansion



The Bulimba store forms part of Harris Farm Markets’ wider plan to grow across Queensland. Co-chief executive Luke Harris said the company was looking for more sites in Brisbane, the Gold Coast, the Sunshine Coast and Toowoomba. Queensland is expected to account for a major share of the company’s growth through to 2030, with Harris Farm planning to add about two or three stores each year.



Harris Farm currently operates three Queensland markets. Its Brisbane stores are at West End and Clayfield, while its Gold Coast market is at Isle of Capri.



Bulimba would become its fourth Queensland location if no other planned store begins trading first. It would also give the business a third position within Brisbane.



Read: Oxford Street in Bulimba Set for a Transformation, Anchor Tenant Announced



The company has 34 markets across Australia and remains fully owned by the Harris family. David and Cathy Harris founded the business in Sydney in 1971.



Harris Farm recently became a certified B Corporation. The certification assesses businesses against social, environmental and governance standards.



Published 28-July-2026
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<title><![CDATA[Six-Year-Old Bulimba Entrepreneur Hendrix De Marchii Launches Music Career]]></title>
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Six-year-old entrepreneur Hendrix De Marchii has expanded into music with the release of his debut pop single, Take Me There. The Brisbane youngster is already a familiar face around Bulimba’s dog parks and Oxford Street through his business, Hendrix Pet Co. He has now entered the music world with a song inspired by his business and his long-time dream of performing.



Read: Meet the Bulimba Boy Turning Dog Park Visits Into a Growing Business



The single is available on Spotify, while its music video has been released on YouTube. Hendrix also has an artist presence on Triple J Unearthed.



Hendrix said he had wanted to perform on stage as a rock star since he was three years old. He also said he hoped to make millions of people happy through his songs.



Late-1990s Pop Inspires Hendrix’s First Track



Hendrix wrote the original lyrics and recorded the vocals for Take Me There. The track draws on the late-1990s bubblegum pop style of groups such as Steps and S Club 7. It carries an upbeat sound and a message about joy, confidence and pursuing personal goals.



“My song is about my business and joy. I hope they feel excited and loved and they can do anything they put their mind to,” he told Brisbane Suburbs Online News.



The track mirrors the growth of Hendrix Pet Co. Starting out with pet treats at local dog parks, the business now spans a clothing line, social media content, and a loyal TikTok fan base, connecting Hendrix with locals across Bulimba and Brisbane.



TikTok Gives the Song Another Audience



Hendrix is sharing Take Me There across several platforms so people can find it wherever they listen to music or watch videos. He said some people may use TikTok, while others may prefer Spotify or YouTube. He also hopes TikTok dancers may use the song for a challenge.



Hendrix has developed an online following and now has a TikTok fan club. As his public profile grows, he says people sometimes stop him to take photos. He said the attention already made him feel like a rock star and that he was becoming used to the lifestyle.



Photo Credit: Supplied



Hendrix Pet Co Remains Part of His Story



Hendrix continues to promote Hendrix Pet Co while developing his music career. The business remains closely linked to the new song because Hendrix says Take Me There was inspired by his work and the joy it brings him.



His move into music does not replace his earlier projects. Instead, it adds another part to a growing list of pursuits.







Read: Striking the Right Chord: BMD Helps Bulimba Choir Keep Families Connected Through Music



Yet, Hendrix already has another goal in mind. He said he now had agents in Australia and the United States, with movies next on his list of ambitions. His family has not yet named the agencies involved.



For now, the six-year-old is introducing listeners to his first pop single while continuing his other creative and business projects.







Published 28-July-2026
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Six-year-old entrepreneur Hendrix De Marchii has expanded into music with the release of his debut pop single, Take Me There. The Brisbane youngster is already a familiar face around Bulimba’s dog parks and Oxford Street through his business, Hendrix Pet Co. He has now entered the music world with a song inspired by his business and his long-time dream of performing.



Read: Meet the Bulimba Boy Turning Dog Park Visits Into a Growing Business



The single is available on Spotify, while its music video has been released on YouTube. Hendrix also has an artist presence on Triple J Unearthed.



Hendrix said he had wanted to perform on stage as a rock star since he was three years old. He also said he hoped to make millions of people happy through his songs.



Late-1990s Pop Inspires Hendrix’s First Track



Hendrix wrote the original lyrics and recorded the vocals for Take Me There. The track draws on the late-1990s bubblegum pop style of groups such as Steps and S Club 7. It carries an upbeat sound and a message about joy, confidence and pursuing personal goals.



“My song is about my business and joy. I hope they feel excited and loved and they can do anything they put their mind to,” he told Brisbane Suburbs Online News.



The track mirrors the growth of Hendrix Pet Co. Starting out with pet treats at local dog parks, the business now spans a clothing line, social media content, and a loyal TikTok fan base, connecting Hendrix with locals across Bulimba and Brisbane.



TikTok Gives the Song Another Audience



Hendrix is sharing Take Me There across several platforms so people can find it wherever they listen to music or watch videos. He said some people may use TikTok, while others may prefer Spotify or YouTube. He also hopes TikTok dancers may use the song for a challenge.



Hendrix has developed an online following and now has a TikTok fan club. As his public profile grows, he says people sometimes stop him to take photos. He said the attention already made him feel like a rock star and that he was becoming used to the lifestyle.



Photo Credit: Supplied



Hendrix Pet Co Remains Part of His Story



Hendrix continues to promote Hendrix Pet Co while developing his music career. The business remains closely linked to the new song because Hendrix says Take Me There was inspired by his work and the joy it brings him.



His move into music does not replace his earlier projects. Instead, it adds another part to a growing list of pursuits.







Read: Striking the Right Chord: BMD Helps Bulimba Choir Keep Families Connected Through Music



Yet, Hendrix already has another goal in mind. He said he now had agents in Australia and the United States, with movies next on his list of ambitions. His family has not yet named the agencies involved.



For now, the six-year-old is introducing listeners to his first pop single while continuing his other creative and business projects.







Published 28-July-2026
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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 24-26 July 2026]]></title>
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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 20



• Brisbane Lions 126 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Port Adelaide 675







QAFL



QAFL - TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Morningside QAFL Seniors 155 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Labrador QAFL Seniors 88



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 109 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 55







QAFLW



QAFLW - Bond University



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 15 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Bond University QAFLW Seniors 12



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 38 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFLW Seniors 10















NPL



NPL Women



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Lions FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Eastern Suburbs 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0















NBL



NBL1 North



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Carmichael Ford Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Grand Finals



• Townsville Flames 85 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Hinricks Oval, Blackwater) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Central Queensland Capras 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 20



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Father Ranger Oval, Warwick) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Tweed Heads Seagulls 8 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 58








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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 20



• Brisbane Lions 126 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Port Adelaide 675







QAFL



QAFL - TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Morningside QAFL Seniors 155 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Labrador QAFL Seniors 88



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 109 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 55







QAFLW



QAFLW - Bond University



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 15 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Bond University QAFLW Seniors 12



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 38 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFLW Seniors 10















NPL



NPL Women



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Lions FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Eastern Suburbs 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0















NBL



NBL1 North



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Carmichael Ford Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Grand Finals



• Townsville Flames 85 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Hinricks Oval, Blackwater) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Central Queensland Capras 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 20



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Father Ranger Oval, Warwick) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Tweed Heads Seagulls 8 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 58








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<title><![CDATA[New World Order: How The 2026 World Cup Shifted Football's Balance]]></title>
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Spain lifted the trophy, but the biggest story of the 2026 FIFA World Cup reached far beyond the final whistle.



Across a month of football in North America, the established powers still found their way into the closing rounds, yet the margin separating them from the rest of the world looked smaller than ever. Brazil fell to Norway. Germany's campaign ended in a penalty shootout against Paraguay. Morocco backed up its breakthrough in Qatar by reaching another semi-final after eliminating the Netherlands, while Cabo Verde stretched Argentina into extra time before finally being beaten.



None of those nations  lifted the trophy. All of them left the tournament with greater credibility than when they arrived. All of them changed the conversation.



By the time Spain edged Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the final, this World Cup had become about far more than one country's triumph. Reputation no longer guaranteed progress, and football's traditional hierarchy felt less certain than it had four years earlier. It was a tournament that echoed Arrigo Sacchi's enduring observation:




"Football belongs to whoever plays it best."— Arrigo Sacchi




Nobody Had An Easy Run



Look back through the knockout bracket and one thing stands out immediately: every favourite was forced to earn its place.



Argentina needed extra time to eliminate Cabo Verde in the Round of 16 before edging Switzerland in the quarter-finals and then England in the semi-finals. 



Spain's route to the title took them through Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and finally Argentina in the final, while England found themselves recovering from deficits against Mexico in the Round of 16 and Norway in the quarter-finals before securing third place against France in the bronze medal match.



Even Brazil, so often expected to contend deep into a World Cup, never reached the quarter-finals after Norway's Round of 16 upset of Brazil produced one of the tournament's defining results.



The names in the final four were familiar. The journey to get there was anything but.



The Gap Has Closed



For years, football has talked about the rise of nations outside the traditional elite. In 2026, that conversation finally felt settled.



Morocco proved their run to the semi-finals in Qatar was not a once-off. Paraguay's penalty shootout win over Germany sent another heavyweight home early. Norway's victory over Brazil confirmed they were no longer outsiders. Egypt's Round of 16 victory over Australia and Switzerland's penalty shootout win over Colombia reinforced how little now separates many of the world's best teams.



None of those results would have been dismissed as impossible. A decade ago, several would have been.



That may be the clearest sign yet of how much international football has changed.



Different Heroes Stepped Forward



One of the defining themes of the tournament wasn't the farewell of an ageing superstar. It was the arrival of players now ready to become the faces of the next World Cup cycle.



Jude Bellingham (England) drove England through the knockout rounds, scoring twice against Norway before adding another in the bronze medal match. Bukayo Saka (England) finished the tournament with a hat-trick against France. Spain never relied on one match-winner either. Ferran Torres (Spain) settled the final in extra time after Pedro Porro (Spain), Mikel Oyarzabal (Spain) and Mikel Merino (Spain) had all delivered decisive moments earlier in the tournament.



Argentina still leaned on Lionel Messi (Argentina), but Lautaro Martínez (Argentina) and Enzo Fernández (Argentina) increasingly shaped the biggest moments. Norway's charge owed much to Erling Haaland (Norway), whose performance against Brazil became one of the images of the tournament.



The stars were recognisable. The balance between generations had unmistakably shifted.



Winning Became A Squad Exercise



The deeper the tournament went, the less it resembled a contest decided by starting XIs alone.



Extra-time football became a recurring feature of the knockout rounds. Spain's victory over Argentina in the final, England's comeback against Norway in the quarter-finals and Norway's upset of Brazil in the Round of 16 all demanded more than 90 minutes of planning from the coaches involved.



Tactical flexibility, fresh legs and the ability to change a match from the bench became just as valuable as individual brilliance.



Depth was no longer a luxury. It became a requirement.



Spain Set The Standard



Spain deserved to be champions not because they dominated every opponent, but because they consistently found answers.



Their path to the trophy took them past Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and Argentina in the final. Each opponent posed a different challenge, yet Spain adapted every time. Their success was built on structure, patience and contributions from throughout the squad rather than dependence on one headline name.



In a tournament defined by narrow margins, that proved to be the difference.



A Different World Cup



Every World Cup leaves behind a champion.



Some leave behind something bigger.



The lasting memory of 2026 may not be Spain lifting the trophy. It may be the moment football finally accepted that the old hierarchy no longer offers guarantees. Traditional powers remain exactly that — powerful. But every four years, more nations arrive believing they belong, and increasingly they have the performances to justify that belief.



Spain won the World Cup.



The rest of the world ensured the race for the next one is more open than it has been in decades.



Published 20-July-2026




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Spain lifted the trophy, but the biggest story of the 2026 FIFA World Cup reached far beyond the final whistle.



Across a month of football in North America, the established powers still found their way into the closing rounds, yet the margin separating them from the rest of the world looked smaller than ever. Brazil fell to Norway. Germany's campaign ended in a penalty shootout against Paraguay. Morocco backed up its breakthrough in Qatar by reaching another semi-final after eliminating the Netherlands, while Cabo Verde stretched Argentina into extra time before finally being beaten.



None of those nations  lifted the trophy. All of them left the tournament with greater credibility than when they arrived. All of them changed the conversation.



By the time Spain edged Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the final, this World Cup had become about far more than one country's triumph. Reputation no longer guaranteed progress, and football's traditional hierarchy felt less certain than it had four years earlier. It was a tournament that echoed Arrigo Sacchi's enduring observation:




"Football belongs to whoever plays it best."— Arrigo Sacchi




Nobody Had An Easy Run



Look back through the knockout bracket and one thing stands out immediately: every favourite was forced to earn its place.



Argentina needed extra time to eliminate Cabo Verde in the Round of 16 before edging Switzerland in the quarter-finals and then England in the semi-finals. 



Spain's route to the title took them through Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and finally Argentina in the final, while England found themselves recovering from deficits against Mexico in the Round of 16 and Norway in the quarter-finals before securing third place against France in the bronze medal match.



Even Brazil, so often expected to contend deep into a World Cup, never reached the quarter-finals after Norway's Round of 16 upset of Brazil produced one of the tournament's defining results.



The names in the final four were familiar. The journey to get there was anything but.



The Gap Has Closed



For years, football has talked about the rise of nations outside the traditional elite. In 2026, that conversation finally felt settled.



Morocco proved their run to the semi-finals in Qatar was not a once-off. Paraguay's penalty shootout win over Germany sent another heavyweight home early. Norway's victory over Brazil confirmed they were no longer outsiders. Egypt's Round of 16 victory over Australia and Switzerland's penalty shootout win over Colombia reinforced how little now separates many of the world's best teams.



None of those results would have been dismissed as impossible. A decade ago, several would have been.



That may be the clearest sign yet of how much international football has changed.



Different Heroes Stepped Forward



One of the defining themes of the tournament wasn't the farewell of an ageing superstar. It was the arrival of players now ready to become the faces of the next World Cup cycle.



Jude Bellingham (England) drove England through the knockout rounds, scoring twice against Norway before adding another in the bronze medal match. Bukayo Saka (England) finished the tournament with a hat-trick against France. Spain never relied on one match-winner either. Ferran Torres (Spain) settled the final in extra time after Pedro Porro (Spain), Mikel Oyarzabal (Spain) and Mikel Merino (Spain) had all delivered decisive moments earlier in the tournament.



Argentina still leaned on Lionel Messi (Argentina), but Lautaro Martínez (Argentina) and Enzo Fernández (Argentina) increasingly shaped the biggest moments. Norway's charge owed much to Erling Haaland (Norway), whose performance against Brazil became one of the images of the tournament.



The stars were recognisable. The balance between generations had unmistakably shifted.



Winning Became A Squad Exercise



The deeper the tournament went, the less it resembled a contest decided by starting XIs alone.



Extra-time football became a recurring feature of the knockout rounds. Spain's victory over Argentina in the final, England's comeback against Norway in the quarter-finals and Norway's upset of Brazil in the Round of 16 all demanded more than 90 minutes of planning from the coaches involved.



Tactical flexibility, fresh legs and the ability to change a match from the bench became just as valuable as individual brilliance.



Depth was no longer a luxury. It became a requirement.



Spain Set The Standard



Spain deserved to be champions not because they dominated every opponent, but because they consistently found answers.



Their path to the trophy took them past Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and Argentina in the final. Each opponent posed a different challenge, yet Spain adapted every time. Their success was built on structure, patience and contributions from throughout the squad rather than dependence on one headline name.



In a tournament defined by narrow margins, that proved to be the difference.



A Different World Cup



Every World Cup leaves behind a champion.



Some leave behind something bigger.



The lasting memory of 2026 may not be Spain lifting the trophy. It may be the moment football finally accepted that the old hierarchy no longer offers guarantees. Traditional powers remain exactly that — powerful. But every four years, more nations arrive believing they belong, and increasingly they have the performances to justify that belief.



Spain won the World Cup.



The rest of the world ensured the race for the next one is more open than it has been in decades.



Published 20-July-2026




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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 17-19 July 2026]]></title>
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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Optus Stadium, Perth • Whadjuk) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 19



• West Coast Eagles 69   |   Brisbane Lions 93







QAFL



TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Kombumerri Park / Neptune Homes Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 68 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 61



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 46 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFL Seniors 128



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Aspley QAFLW Seniors 35



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Maroochydore Multi Sports Complex / Neil Upton Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Maroochydore QAFLW Seniors 13 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 17















FQPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (St Georges Park (St George Willawong FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• St George Willawong 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Caboolture Sports FC 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 0







NPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Gold Coast Knights 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 2



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Eastern Suburbs 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Magic United 4



Sun, July 19, 2026 (Goodwin Park (Olympic FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Olympic FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Roar B 1



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Gold Coast Knights 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1 North



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 91 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteors 95



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 98 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 110



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 64 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteorettes 88



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 75 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 18



• Ipswich Jets 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 52



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• Brisbane Tigers 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Western Clydesdales 14



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• WM Seagulls 14 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Cutters 16




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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Optus Stadium, Perth • Whadjuk) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 19



• West Coast Eagles 69   |   Brisbane Lions 93







QAFL



TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Kombumerri Park / Neptune Homes Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 68 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 61



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 46 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFL Seniors 128



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Aspley QAFLW Seniors 35



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Maroochydore Multi Sports Complex / Neil Upton Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Maroochydore QAFLW Seniors 13 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 17















FQPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (St Georges Park (St George Willawong FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• St George Willawong 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Caboolture Sports FC 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 0







NPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Gold Coast Knights 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 2



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Eastern Suburbs 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Magic United 4



Sun, July 19, 2026 (Goodwin Park (Olympic FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Olympic FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Roar B 1



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Gold Coast Knights 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1 North



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 91 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteors 95



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 98 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 110



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 64 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteorettes 88



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 75 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 18



• Ipswich Jets 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 52



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• Brisbane Tigers 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Western Clydesdales 14



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• WM Seagulls 14 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Cutters 16




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<title><![CDATA[Free EmergencyRedi Workshop Coming to Bulimba Community Centre]]></title>
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Residents will have the chance to learn practical skills to prepare for natural disasters and other emergencies when the Australian Red Cross brings its EmergencyRedi™ workshop to Bulimba.



Read: Bulimba Flight Path Unchanged as Brisbane Airport Confirms Package 3 Decisions 



The free session will be held at Bulimba Community Centre on Tuesday, 21 July. It is open to anyone who wants to better prepare their household for events such as floods, severe storms, bushfires and house fires. The workshop has been developed by the Australian Red Cross in partnership with NRMA Insurance as part of its community preparedness program.



Building confidence before disasters strike



Emergency planning has become increasingly important for Brisbane communities as severe weather events continue to affect South East Queensland. While emergency services respond during disasters, organisations such as the Australian Red Cross also focus on helping people prepare before an emergency occurs.



The EmergencyRedi™ program encourages people to think through the practical steps they can take ahead of time. Planning in advance can make it easier for households to respond during stressful situations and reduce the disruption caused by unexpected events.



Photo Credit: Supplied



Rather than focusing only on emergency supplies, the workshop also looks at the personal and social aspects of preparedness. Participants are encouraged to consider who they would contact during an emergency, where family members would meet if separated, and how they would support relatives, neighbours or friends who may need extra assistance.



Practical planning for everyday households



During the 90-minute workshop, participants will begin developing their own emergency RediPlan®. The session covers local hazards, household planning, organising important documents, reviewing insurance arrangements, and preparing for the needs of pets and people who depend on them.



The Australian Red Cross says the workshop is designed to introduce people to emergency preparedness and provide practical tools they can continue using after the session. It also encourages participants to prepare an emergency kit that can be accessed quickly if they need to leave home at short notice.



The workshop is intended for people of all ages and backgrounds, with no previous emergency planning experience required.



Community invited to attend



The EmergencyRedi™ workshop will take place from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, 21 July at Bulimba Community Centre, 1 Barramul Street, Bulimba.



Read: Striking the Right Chord: BMD Helps Bulimba Choir Keep Families Connected Through Music 



Attendance is free, although registrations are required through Eventbrite. Further information is available through the Australian Red Cross EmergencyRedi™ program.








REGISTER












Published 15-July-2021
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Residents will have the chance to learn practical skills to prepare for natural disasters and other emergencies when the Australian Red Cross brings its EmergencyRedi™ workshop to Bulimba.



Read: Bulimba Flight Path Unchanged as Brisbane Airport Confirms Package 3 Decisions 



The free session will be held at Bulimba Community Centre on Tuesday, 21 July. It is open to anyone who wants to better prepare their household for events such as floods, severe storms, bushfires and house fires. The workshop has been developed by the Australian Red Cross in partnership with NRMA Insurance as part of its community preparedness program.



Building confidence before disasters strike



Emergency planning has become increasingly important for Brisbane communities as severe weather events continue to affect South East Queensland. While emergency services respond during disasters, organisations such as the Australian Red Cross also focus on helping people prepare before an emergency occurs.



The EmergencyRedi™ program encourages people to think through the practical steps they can take ahead of time. Planning in advance can make it easier for households to respond during stressful situations and reduce the disruption caused by unexpected events.



Photo Credit: Supplied



Rather than focusing only on emergency supplies, the workshop also looks at the personal and social aspects of preparedness. Participants are encouraged to consider who they would contact during an emergency, where family members would meet if separated, and how they would support relatives, neighbours or friends who may need extra assistance.



Practical planning for everyday households



During the 90-minute workshop, participants will begin developing their own emergency RediPlan®. The session covers local hazards, household planning, organising important documents, reviewing insurance arrangements, and preparing for the needs of pets and people who depend on them.



The Australian Red Cross says the workshop is designed to introduce people to emergency preparedness and provide practical tools they can continue using after the session. It also encourages participants to prepare an emergency kit that can be accessed quickly if they need to leave home at short notice.



The workshop is intended for people of all ages and backgrounds, with no previous emergency planning experience required.



Community invited to attend



The EmergencyRedi™ workshop will take place from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, 21 July at Bulimba Community Centre, 1 Barramul Street, Bulimba.



Read: Striking the Right Chord: BMD Helps Bulimba Choir Keep Families Connected Through Music 



Attendance is free, although registrations are required through Eventbrite. Further information is available through the Australian Red Cross EmergencyRedi™ program.








REGISTER












Published 15-July-2021
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<title><![CDATA[Bulimba Flight Path Unchanged as Brisbane Airport Confirms Package 3 Decisions]]></title>
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Bulimba residents will not see any change to the suburb's flight path after Airservices Australia confirmed the final Package 3 decisions under its Brisbane Noise Action Plan.



Read: Striking the Right Chord: BMD Helps Bulimba Choir Keep Families Connected Through Music



Airservices announced the outcomes on 9 July, confirming four major changes to aircraft arrivals and departures across Brisbane. The organisation estimates the changes will remove almost 140,000 residents from its modelled flight-path corridors. However, no changes have been made to the approach path over Bulimba.



While flight paths affecting communities like Redcliffe and southern Bribie Island will change, Airservices says it has not found an alternative approach for aircraft over Bulimba. The suburb sits in line with Brisbane Airport's new runway, which opened in 2020, and this alignment has prevented the organisation from identifying another arrival path for the area.



As a result, Package 3 leaves Bulimba's existing approach path unchanged.







Photo Credit: Airservices Australia



Four flight-path changes move ahead



The final Package 3 decision includes changes to arrival and departure routes at both ends of Brisbane Airport.



Arrival paths to the northern end of the new runway will shift further north over Moreton Bay, moving aircraft away from parts of southern Bribie Island. Airservices has also introduced new short-approach connections for non-jet aircraft to reduce the impact of visual arrivals over Redcliffe while sharing aircraft movements across different approach paths.



At the southern end of the airport, arrival paths have been redesigned to support future Independent Parallel Runway Operations, allowing simultaneous independent landings on both runways. Departure routes from the airport's original runway will also move further east to reduce the number of people beneath those flight paths.



Some changes began on 9 July, while others still require safety assessments and regulatory approvals before they can be introduced.



Airservices says community feedback shaped the review



Airservices says it considered several factors before confirming the final design, including population, noise levels, frequency of overflight, cumulative impacts, aircraft altitude, track distance and emissions.



Head of community engagement Donna Marshall said the review balanced community feedback with Airservices' legal responsibilities. She said reducing the number of people directly overflown was one of the key ways to lessen the impact of aircraft operations on nearby communities.



Airservices has also said the revised airspace is designed to accommodate Brisbane Airport's long-term operating capacity, including future Independent Parallel Runway Operations, without requiring another major redesign before the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.



Community alliance disputes the headline figures



The Brisbane Flight Path Community Alliance says Package 3 delivers limited immediate relief for many established flight-path communities. The alliance argues Airservices' estimate of almost 140,000 residents is based on the number of people within modelled flight-path corridors rather than measures such as flight frequency, aircraft altitude, night-time operations, or cumulative noise exposure.



Read: Wayne Cameron’s Bulimba Creek Restoration Work Earns Local Awards Recognition



The group also argues that the redesign places greater emphasis on preparing the airport for future runway capacity than on reducing aircraft noise for all affected communities.



Package 4 of the broader Brisbane Noise Action Plan remains under development. However, the Package 3 decisions have now been finalised, with some changes already operating and others progressing through safety and regulatory processes.




SUBMIT A FEEDBACK - Package 3








Published 13-July-2026
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Bulimba residents will not see any change to the suburb's flight path after Airservices Australia confirmed the final Package 3 decisions under its Brisbane Noise Action Plan.



Read: Striking the Right Chord: BMD Helps Bulimba Choir Keep Families Connected Through Music



Airservices announced the outcomes on 9 July, confirming four major changes to aircraft arrivals and departures across Brisbane. The organisation estimates the changes will remove almost 140,000 residents from its modelled flight-path corridors. However, no changes have been made to the approach path over Bulimba.



While flight paths affecting communities like Redcliffe and southern Bribie Island will change, Airservices says it has not found an alternative approach for aircraft over Bulimba. The suburb sits in line with Brisbane Airport's new runway, which opened in 2020, and this alignment has prevented the organisation from identifying another arrival path for the area.



As a result, Package 3 leaves Bulimba's existing approach path unchanged.







Photo Credit: Airservices Australia



Four flight-path changes move ahead



The final Package 3 decision includes changes to arrival and departure routes at both ends of Brisbane Airport.



Arrival paths to the northern end of the new runway will shift further north over Moreton Bay, moving aircraft away from parts of southern Bribie Island. Airservices has also introduced new short-approach connections for non-jet aircraft to reduce the impact of visual arrivals over Redcliffe while sharing aircraft movements across different approach paths.



At the southern end of the airport, arrival paths have been redesigned to support future Independent Parallel Runway Operations, allowing simultaneous independent landings on both runways. Departure routes from the airport's original runway will also move further east to reduce the number of people beneath those flight paths.



Some changes began on 9 July, while others still require safety assessments and regulatory approvals before they can be introduced.



Airservices says community feedback shaped the review



Airservices says it considered several factors before confirming the final design, including population, noise levels, frequency of overflight, cumulative impacts, aircraft altitude, track distance and emissions.



Head of community engagement Donna Marshall said the review balanced community feedback with Airservices' legal responsibilities. She said reducing the number of people directly overflown was one of the key ways to lessen the impact of aircraft operations on nearby communities.



Airservices has also said the revised airspace is designed to accommodate Brisbane Airport's long-term operating capacity, including future Independent Parallel Runway Operations, without requiring another major redesign before the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.



Community alliance disputes the headline figures



The Brisbane Flight Path Community Alliance says Package 3 delivers limited immediate relief for many established flight-path communities. The alliance argues Airservices' estimate of almost 140,000 residents is based on the number of people within modelled flight-path corridors rather than measures such as flight frequency, aircraft altitude, night-time operations, or cumulative noise exposure.



Read: Wayne Cameron’s Bulimba Creek Restoration Work Earns Local Awards Recognition



The group also argues that the redesign places greater emphasis on preparing the airport for future runway capacity than on reducing aircraft noise for all affected communities.



Package 4 of the broader Brisbane Noise Action Plan remains under development. However, the Package 3 decisions have now been finalised, with some changes already operating and others progressing through safety and regulatory processes.




SUBMIT A FEEDBACK - Package 3








Published 13-July-2026
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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 10-12 July 2026]]></title>
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Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 18 • Brisbane Lions 149 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Essendon 59







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 14 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 123 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 46



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Noosa Oval / Rococo Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 14 • Noosa QAFL Seniors 82 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 59







Bond University QAFLW



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 12 • Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 30 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFLW Seniors 48















FQPL1



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Whites Hill Reserve (Holland Park Hawks FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 18 • Holland Park Hawks 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; North Star 0



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 18 • Redlands United 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1







NPL



Fri, July 10, 2026 (AJ Kelly Park (Peninsula Power FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Peninsula Power 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 0



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Brisbane Roar B 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Rochedale Rovers 1



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Lions FC 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 13 • South West Metro Pirates 86 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Gold Coast Rollers 126



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 13 • South West Metro Pirates 62 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Gold Coast Rollers 73











QRL



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – Men – Round 17 • Brisbane Tigers 30 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Logan Magpies 16



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Preston Building Sports Complex, Piggabeen) – QRL – Women – Round 6 • Tweed Heads Seagulls 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 22



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Tigers 32 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Logan Magpies 24




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Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 18 • Brisbane Lions 149 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Essendon 59







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 14 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 123 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 46



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Noosa Oval / Rococo Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 14 • Noosa QAFL Seniors 82 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 59







Bond University QAFLW



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 12 • Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 30 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFLW Seniors 48















FQPL1



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Whites Hill Reserve (Holland Park Hawks FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 18 • Holland Park Hawks 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; North Star 0



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 18 • Redlands United 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1







NPL



Fri, July 10, 2026 (AJ Kelly Park (Peninsula Power FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Peninsula Power 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 0



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Brisbane Roar B 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Rochedale Rovers 1



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 18 • Lions FC 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 13 • South West Metro Pirates 86 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Gold Coast Rollers 126



Fri, July 10, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 13 • South West Metro Pirates 62 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Gold Coast Rollers 73











QRL



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – Men – Round 17 • Brisbane Tigers 30 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Logan Magpies 16



Sat, July 11, 2026 (Preston Building Sports Complex, Piggabeen) – QRL – Women – Round 6 • Tweed Heads Seagulls 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 22



Sun, July 12, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Tigers 32 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Logan Magpies 24




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<title><![CDATA[Maroons Couldn't Break The Blues' Grip As Cleary Guides NSW To Origin Shield]]></title>
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Queensland had done the hard part.



After losing the series opener, the Maroons responded in Perth to force a State of Origin decider back to Suncorp Stadium, putting themselves within 80 minutes of retaining the shield. What they couldn't do on Wednesday, July 8, was wrestle control of the contest away from Nathan Cleary and a New South Wales side that dominated territory, possession and the biggest moments on its way to a 30-12 victory.



Cleary scored two tries, kicked four conversions and a penalty goal before collecting the Wally Lewis Medal as player of the 2026 series, but his greatest influence came through his game management. Whenever Queensland looked capable of building pressure, the Blues halfback calmly steered the contest back onto New South Wales' terms.



Queensland Lost The Territory Battle



The opening quarter was as tight as any Origin decider should be. Both teams spilled early possession, neither side found much attacking rhythm and there was little to separate them until New South Wales began winning the battle that shaped the rest of the night — field position.



The Blues completed 38 of their 44 sets at 86 per cent, while Queensland managed 31 completions from the same number of opportunities at 70 per cent. That gap flowed through the key statistics. New South Wales enjoyed 54 per cent possession, held the ball for nearly four-and-a-half minutes longer, ran for 1,457 metres to Queensland's 1,260 and finished with 853 kicking metres compared with the Maroons' 604.



Queensland's effort in defence could hardly be questioned. The Maroons made 370 tackles but missed 47, compared with 34 by the Blues, while repeated defensive sets gradually allowed New South Wales to wear Queensland down.







Nine Minutes That Mattered



Queensland had defended strongly enough to stay in the contest until Cleary broke through for the opening try in the 14th minute.



The match then swung decisively.



Stephen Crichton's line break created Cleary's second try before Cameron Murray, only moments after entering from the interchange, burst through the middle after breaking the line himself to extend the lead to 18-0. In the space of nine minutes, an arm wrestle had become a chase.



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow's try shortly before halftime gave Queensland hope, but Sam Walker's missed conversion left the Maroons trailing 18-4 rather than within two converted tries. It proved the first of three missed conversion attempts that ultimately left six points on the field.



The Comeback Never Came



Queensland emerged after the break with renewed energy.



Consecutive set restarts finally pinned New South Wales inside its own half before Selwyn Cobbo crossed to reduce the margin to 18-8 and lift the Suncorp crowd.



The Blues answered almost immediately.



Bradman Best restored the three-score advantage after another polished attacking movement before Cleary converted. Jojo Fifita's second-half try again gave Queensland a chance to build, but another missed conversion meant the Maroons still hadn't fully capitalised on their opportunities.



The three missed conversions were costly, but they reflected a broader problem. Queensland never generated enough sustained pressure to make New South Wales uncomfortable. Thirteen handling errors repeatedly handed the initiative back to the Blues, whose kicking game and completion rate ensured the Maroons were constantly working out of their own end.



Blues Finish The Job



New South Wales also overcame setbacks that could easily have unsettled the side. Captain James Tedesco failed a head injury assessment late in the first half and did not return, while Jack Bostock also failed a head injury assessment after the break.



The Blues barely changed.



Their defensive structure remained intact, Cameron Murray's impact from the bench strengthened the middle and Cleary continued to dictate the contest until a late penalty goal effectively sealed the result before Hudson Young crossed after the full-time siren.



Queensland will review a completion rate of just 70 per cent, 13 handling errors and a night spent chasing territory. New South Wales completed their sets more consistently, kicked more effectively and trusted Cleary to control the biggest moments. On a night when the Maroons needed to dictate terms at Suncorp, they never managed to do it, and the Origin shield is heading back to New South Wales.



Match Summary



Queensland Maroons 12 (Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, Selwyn Cobbo, Jojo Fifita tries)



lost to



New South Wales Blues 30 (Nathan Cleary 2, Cameron Murray, Bradman Best, Hudson Young tries; Nathan Cleary 4/5 goals, penalty goal)



Halftime: New South Wales 18-4



Wally Lewis Medal: Nathan Cleary (New South Wales)



Published 8-July-2026




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Queensland had done the hard part.



After losing the series opener, the Maroons responded in Perth to force a State of Origin decider back to Suncorp Stadium, putting themselves within 80 minutes of retaining the shield. What they couldn't do on Wednesday, July 8, was wrestle control of the contest away from Nathan Cleary and a New South Wales side that dominated territory, possession and the biggest moments on its way to a 30-12 victory.



Cleary scored two tries, kicked four conversions and a penalty goal before collecting the Wally Lewis Medal as player of the 2026 series, but his greatest influence came through his game management. Whenever Queensland looked capable of building pressure, the Blues halfback calmly steered the contest back onto New South Wales' terms.



Queensland Lost The Territory Battle



The opening quarter was as tight as any Origin decider should be. Both teams spilled early possession, neither side found much attacking rhythm and there was little to separate them until New South Wales began winning the battle that shaped the rest of the night — field position.



The Blues completed 38 of their 44 sets at 86 per cent, while Queensland managed 31 completions from the same number of opportunities at 70 per cent. That gap flowed through the key statistics. New South Wales enjoyed 54 per cent possession, held the ball for nearly four-and-a-half minutes longer, ran for 1,457 metres to Queensland's 1,260 and finished with 853 kicking metres compared with the Maroons' 604.



Queensland's effort in defence could hardly be questioned. The Maroons made 370 tackles but missed 47, compared with 34 by the Blues, while repeated defensive sets gradually allowed New South Wales to wear Queensland down.







Nine Minutes That Mattered



Queensland had defended strongly enough to stay in the contest until Cleary broke through for the opening try in the 14th minute.



The match then swung decisively.



Stephen Crichton's line break created Cleary's second try before Cameron Murray, only moments after entering from the interchange, burst through the middle after breaking the line himself to extend the lead to 18-0. In the space of nine minutes, an arm wrestle had become a chase.



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow's try shortly before halftime gave Queensland hope, but Sam Walker's missed conversion left the Maroons trailing 18-4 rather than within two converted tries. It proved the first of three missed conversion attempts that ultimately left six points on the field.



The Comeback Never Came



Queensland emerged after the break with renewed energy.



Consecutive set restarts finally pinned New South Wales inside its own half before Selwyn Cobbo crossed to reduce the margin to 18-8 and lift the Suncorp crowd.



The Blues answered almost immediately.



Bradman Best restored the three-score advantage after another polished attacking movement before Cleary converted. Jojo Fifita's second-half try again gave Queensland a chance to build, but another missed conversion meant the Maroons still hadn't fully capitalised on their opportunities.



The three missed conversions were costly, but they reflected a broader problem. Queensland never generated enough sustained pressure to make New South Wales uncomfortable. Thirteen handling errors repeatedly handed the initiative back to the Blues, whose kicking game and completion rate ensured the Maroons were constantly working out of their own end.



Blues Finish The Job



New South Wales also overcame setbacks that could easily have unsettled the side. Captain James Tedesco failed a head injury assessment late in the first half and did not return, while Jack Bostock also failed a head injury assessment after the break.



The Blues barely changed.



Their defensive structure remained intact, Cameron Murray's impact from the bench strengthened the middle and Cleary continued to dictate the contest until a late penalty goal effectively sealed the result before Hudson Young crossed after the full-time siren.



Queensland will review a completion rate of just 70 per cent, 13 handling errors and a night spent chasing territory. New South Wales completed their sets more consistently, kicked more effectively and trusted Cleary to control the biggest moments. On a night when the Maroons needed to dictate terms at Suncorp, they never managed to do it, and the Origin shield is heading back to New South Wales.



Match Summary



Queensland Maroons 12 (Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, Selwyn Cobbo, Jojo Fifita tries)



lost to



New South Wales Blues 30 (Nathan Cleary 2, Cameron Murray, Bradman Best, Hudson Young tries; Nathan Cleary 4/5 goals, penalty goal)



Halftime: New South Wales 18-4



Wally Lewis Medal: Nathan Cleary (New South Wales)



Published 8-July-2026




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<title><![CDATA[The Six-Year Battle Over Brisbane’s Skies: Why Balmoral Residents Can’t Shake Airport Noise]]></title>
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Balmoral local Andrew Bird enjoys the quiet comfort of the eastern suburbs. But nearly six years after Brisbane Airport opened its second runway, that peace has been replaced by a relentless overhead drone that dictates daily life from 6:00 a.m. until well into the night. 



Read: Petition Calls for Urgent Lighting Upgrade at Vic Lucas Park



A vocal advocate for his community, Mr Bird even lodged a formal submission with the Aviation Green Paper consultation in 2023, warning authorities that the surging volume of flights was actively destroying his neighborhood's liveability.&nbsp;



Despite aviation authorities rolling out a string of noise-reduction initiatives, frustrated residents like Mr Bird say the changes haven't made a whisper of difference on the ground.



Airservices Australia's Response &amp; Initiatives



Airservices Australia is addressing community concerns through its Noise Action Plan for Brisbane, focusing primarily on increasing over-water flights.




SODPROPS Operations: This system directs arrivals and departures over Moreton Bay when weather permits.

In late 2024, flight altitudes over the coastline were raised by 4,000 to 5,000 feet to minimize ground noise.



SODPROPS usage increased from 1.4% (2024) to 2.63% (2025).



Over-water departures spare between 300,000 and 500,000 residents from being overflown, depending on wind direction.





The Safety Constraints: Over-water flying is highly complex. Flight paths depend on weather, aircraft performance, air traffic, and safety standards. In 2025, suitable conditions for SODPROPS existed during only 968 of 4,377 priority hours (though it was utilized 82% of the time when viable). Weather remains the primary limiting factor.




Photo Credit: Airservices Australia



Brisbane Airport's Overnight Trial



In December 2025, Brisbane Airport launched an 18-month voluntary tailwind data trial alongside Airservices and CASA. Running between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m., the trial gathers data to see if more aircraft can safely land and depart over Moreton Bay overnight.



The trial is collecting operational data to determine whether more aircraft can safely use over-water arrivals and departures during overnight hours between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. Participation remains voluntary for pilots and only occurs when weather and operational conditions meet strict safety requirements.



Brisbane Airport says the trial is designed to gather evidence that could support greater use of over-water operations in the future if safety standards continue to be met.



Safety remains the deciding factor



Although residents often ask why more aircraft cannot simply fly over Moreton Bay, Airservices Australia says the answer is more complex.



Flight path decisions depend on aircraft performance, weather conditions, runway availability, air traffic levels, military airspace and national aviation safety standards.



According to the agency, suitable conditions for SODPROPS existed during only 968 of the 4,377 priority operating hours identified in 2025. When those conditions were available, the operating mode was used about 82 per cent of the time. Airservices says weather remains the biggest factor limiting greater use of over-water departures.&nbsp;&nbsp;



Residents say more progress is needed



Despite the initiatives introduced over recent years, Mr Bird says they have not changed his day-to-day experience.



He believes aircraft noise continues to affect the liveability of Balmoral and nearby suburbs and says authorities should continue looking for practical ways to reduce the impact on established neighbourhoods.



Read: Striking the Right Chord: BMD Helps Bulimba Choir Keep Families Connected Through Music 



Airservices Australia says it will continue refining Brisbane’s Noise Action Plan while balancing community concerns with the safe and efficient operation of one of Australia’s busiest airports.



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Balmoral local Andrew Bird enjoys the quiet comfort of the eastern suburbs. But nearly six years after Brisbane Airport opened its second runway, that peace has been replaced by a relentless overhead drone that dictates daily life from 6:00 a.m. until well into the night. 



Read: Petition Calls for Urgent Lighting Upgrade at Vic Lucas Park



A vocal advocate for his community, Mr Bird even lodged a formal submission with the Aviation Green Paper consultation in 2023, warning authorities that the surging volume of flights was actively destroying his neighborhood's liveability.&nbsp;



Despite aviation authorities rolling out a string of noise-reduction initiatives, frustrated residents like Mr Bird say the changes haven't made a whisper of difference on the ground.



Airservices Australia's Response &amp; Initiatives



Airservices Australia is addressing community concerns through its Noise Action Plan for Brisbane, focusing primarily on increasing over-water flights.




SODPROPS Operations: This system directs arrivals and departures over Moreton Bay when weather permits.

In late 2024, flight altitudes over the coastline were raised by 4,000 to 5,000 feet to minimize ground noise.



SODPROPS usage increased from 1.4% (2024) to 2.63% (2025).



Over-water departures spare between 300,000 and 500,000 residents from being overflown, depending on wind direction.





The Safety Constraints: Over-water flying is highly complex. Flight paths depend on weather, aircraft performance, air traffic, and safety standards. In 2025, suitable conditions for SODPROPS existed during only 968 of 4,377 priority hours (though it was utilized 82% of the time when viable). Weather remains the primary limiting factor.




Photo Credit: Airservices Australia



Brisbane Airport's Overnight Trial



In December 2025, Brisbane Airport launched an 18-month voluntary tailwind data trial alongside Airservices and CASA. Running between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m., the trial gathers data to see if more aircraft can safely land and depart over Moreton Bay overnight.



The trial is collecting operational data to determine whether more aircraft can safely use over-water arrivals and departures during overnight hours between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. Participation remains voluntary for pilots and only occurs when weather and operational conditions meet strict safety requirements.



Brisbane Airport says the trial is designed to gather evidence that could support greater use of over-water operations in the future if safety standards continue to be met.



Safety remains the deciding factor



Although residents often ask why more aircraft cannot simply fly over Moreton Bay, Airservices Australia says the answer is more complex.



Flight path decisions depend on aircraft performance, weather conditions, runway availability, air traffic levels, military airspace and national aviation safety standards.



According to the agency, suitable conditions for SODPROPS existed during only 968 of the 4,377 priority operating hours identified in 2025. When those conditions were available, the operating mode was used about 82 per cent of the time. Airservices says weather remains the biggest factor limiting greater use of over-water departures.&nbsp;&nbsp;



Residents say more progress is needed



Despite the initiatives introduced over recent years, Mr Bird says they have not changed his day-to-day experience.



He believes aircraft noise continues to affect the liveability of Balmoral and nearby suburbs and says authorities should continue looking for practical ways to reduce the impact on established neighbourhoods.



Read: Striking the Right Chord: BMD Helps Bulimba Choir Keep Families Connected Through Music 



Airservices Australia says it will continue refining Brisbane’s Noise Action Plan while balancing community concerns with the safe and efficient operation of one of Australia’s busiest airports.



Published 8-July-2026
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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 24-26 July 2026]]></title>
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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 20



• Brisbane Lions 126 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Port Adelaide 675







QAFL



QAFL - TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Morningside QAFL Seniors 155 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Labrador QAFL Seniors 88



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 109 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 55







QAFLW



QAFLW - Bond University



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 15 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Bond University QAFLW Seniors 12



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 38 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFLW Seniors 10















NPL



NPL Women



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Lions FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Eastern Suburbs 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0















NBL



NBL1 North



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Carmichael Ford Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Grand Finals



• Townsville Flames 85 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Hinricks Oval, Blackwater) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Central Queensland Capras 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 20



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Father Ranger Oval, Warwick) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Tweed Heads Seagulls 8 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 58








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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 20



• Brisbane Lions 126 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Port Adelaide 675







QAFL



QAFL - TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Morningside QAFL Seniors 155 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Labrador QAFL Seniors 88



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 16



• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 109 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 55







QAFLW



QAFLW - Bond University



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 15 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Bond University QAFLW Seniors 12



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 14



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 38 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFLW Seniors 10















NPL



NPL Women



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium (Lions FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Lions FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 24



• Eastern Suburbs 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0















NBL



NBL1 North



Fri, July 24, 2026 (Carmichael Ford Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Grand Finals



• Townsville Flames 85 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 25, 2026 (Hinricks Oval, Blackwater) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Central Queensland Capras 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 20



Sun, July 26, 2026 (Father Ranger Oval, Warwick) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 19



• Tweed Heads Seagulls 8 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 58








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<title><![CDATA[Cox Park Pickleball Court Construction Set To Start Amid Community Concerns]]></title>
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After months of debate, Brisbane is pressing ahead with new pickleball courts at Cox Park in Lota. The upgrade will replace the former netball courts with new pickleball facilities and additional green space, despite some nearby residents continuing to oppose the project over concerns about noise and its location.







Read: Whites Rd Residents Oppose Plans For New Childcare Centre In The Area







Construction is scheduled to begin on 27 July and will continue until September. The project includes courts marked for pickleball, two new seats for players and spectators, and the removal of the old netball courts, which will be replaced with turf. According to Cr Alex Givney, the new courts have been relocated further into the park so they sit more than 50 metres from the nearest homes.



Photo credit: Facebook/Cr Alex Givney



The construction area will be fenced off while works are underway, with construction taking place on weekdays between 7am and 5pm. Brisbane City says disruption to park users is expected to be minimal during the upgrade.



The project comes as pickleball continues to grow in popularity across Australia, with the sport recognised as one of the country's fastest-growing recreational activities.



Residents Continue To Voice Concerns



Photo credit: Google Street View



The project follows severa l months of discussion among nearby residents and members of the local pickleball community, with some residents continuing to oppose the proposal despite changes to the design.



Residents have raised concerns about the proximity of the courts to nearby homes, the distinctive sound produced during pickleball games and whether Cox Park is an appropriate location for the facility. Some residents have also questioned whether there was sufficient community consultation before the project moved ahead.



Earlier this year, Cr Givney acknowledged that communication with residents could have been better and apologised for not engaging the community as effectively as intended. She later met with nearby residents to discuss the proposal and said community feedback helped shape the final design.



Among the changes made was relocating the replacement courts further away from residential properties in an effort to reduce potential impacts on neighbours. The upgrade will also see the old netball courts replaced with lawn, increasing the amount of open green space available within the park.







Read: Lota Park Tree Poisoning Investigation Continues as Community Demands Answers







The proposal has also attracted support from members of the local pickleball community, who say dedicated courts would provide more opportunities for residents to play the sport. Supporters said the facilities would help residents stay active and provide another space for the growing local pickleball community.



Construction is scheduled to finish by 18 September, weather permitting. Once complete, the project will deliver new pickleball courts, additional seating and expanded green space at Cox Park.



Published 22-July-2026
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After months of debate, Brisbane is pressing ahead with new pickleball courts at Cox Park in Lota. The upgrade will replace the former netball courts with new pickleball facilities and additional green space, despite some nearby residents continuing to oppose the project over concerns about noise and its location.







Read: Whites Rd Residents Oppose Plans For New Childcare Centre In The Area







Construction is scheduled to begin on 27 July and will continue until September. The project includes courts marked for pickleball, two new seats for players and spectators, and the removal of the old netball courts, which will be replaced with turf. According to Cr Alex Givney, the new courts have been relocated further into the park so they sit more than 50 metres from the nearest homes.



Photo credit: Facebook/Cr Alex Givney



The construction area will be fenced off while works are underway, with construction taking place on weekdays between 7am and 5pm. Brisbane City says disruption to park users is expected to be minimal during the upgrade.



The project comes as pickleball continues to grow in popularity across Australia, with the sport recognised as one of the country's fastest-growing recreational activities.



Residents Continue To Voice Concerns



Photo credit: Google Street View



The project follows severa l months of discussion among nearby residents and members of the local pickleball community, with some residents continuing to oppose the proposal despite changes to the design.



Residents have raised concerns about the proximity of the courts to nearby homes, the distinctive sound produced during pickleball games and whether Cox Park is an appropriate location for the facility. Some residents have also questioned whether there was sufficient community consultation before the project moved ahead.



Earlier this year, Cr Givney acknowledged that communication with residents could have been better and apologised for not engaging the community as effectively as intended. She later met with nearby residents to discuss the proposal and said community feedback helped shape the final design.



Among the changes made was relocating the replacement courts further away from residential properties in an effort to reduce potential impacts on neighbours. The upgrade will also see the old netball courts replaced with lawn, increasing the amount of open green space available within the park.







Read: Lota Park Tree Poisoning Investigation Continues as Community Demands Answers







The proposal has also attracted support from members of the local pickleball community, who say dedicated courts would provide more opportunities for residents to play the sport. Supporters said the facilities would help residents stay active and provide another space for the growing local pickleball community.



Construction is scheduled to finish by 18 September, weather permitting. Once complete, the project will deliver new pickleball courts, additional seating and expanded green space at Cox Park.



Published 22-July-2026
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<title><![CDATA[New World Order: How The 2026 World Cup Shifted Football's Balance]]></title>
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Spain lifted the trophy, but the biggest story of the 2026 FIFA World Cup reached far beyond the final whistle.



Across a month of football in North America, the established powers still found their way into the closing rounds, yet the margin separating them from the rest of the world looked smaller than ever. Brazil fell to Norway. Germany's campaign ended in a penalty shootout against Paraguay. Morocco backed up its breakthrough in Qatar by reaching another semi-final after eliminating the Netherlands, while Cabo Verde stretched Argentina into extra time before finally being beaten.



None of those nations  lifted the trophy. All of them left the tournament with greater credibility than when they arrived. All of them changed the conversation.



By the time Spain edged Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the final, this World Cup had become about far more than one country's triumph. Reputation no longer guaranteed progress, and football's traditional hierarchy felt less certain than it had four years earlier. It was a tournament that echoed Arrigo Sacchi's enduring observation:




"Football belongs to whoever plays it best."— Arrigo Sacchi




Nobody Had An Easy Run



Look back through the knockout bracket and one thing stands out immediately: every favourite was forced to earn its place.



Argentina needed extra time to eliminate Cabo Verde in the Round of 16 before edging Switzerland in the quarter-finals and then England in the semi-finals. 



Spain's route to the title took them through Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and finally Argentina in the final, while England found themselves recovering from deficits against Mexico in the Round of 16 and Norway in the quarter-finals before securing third place against France in the bronze medal match.



Even Brazil, so often expected to contend deep into a World Cup, never reached the quarter-finals after Norway's Round of 16 upset of Brazil produced one of the tournament's defining results.



The names in the final four were familiar. The journey to get there was anything but.



The Gap Has Closed



For years, football has talked about the rise of nations outside the traditional elite. In 2026, that conversation finally felt settled.



Morocco proved their run to the semi-finals in Qatar was not a once-off. Paraguay's penalty shootout win over Germany sent another heavyweight home early. Norway's victory over Brazil confirmed they were no longer outsiders. Egypt's Round of 16 victory over Australia and Switzerland's penalty shootout win over Colombia reinforced how little now separates many of the world's best teams.



None of those results would have been dismissed as impossible. A decade ago, several would have been.



That may be the clearest sign yet of how much international football has changed.



Different Heroes Stepped Forward



One of the defining themes of the tournament wasn't the farewell of an ageing superstar. It was the arrival of players now ready to become the faces of the next World Cup cycle.



Jude Bellingham (England) drove England through the knockout rounds, scoring twice against Norway before adding another in the bronze medal match. Bukayo Saka (England) finished the tournament with a hat-trick against France. Spain never relied on one match-winner either. Ferran Torres (Spain) settled the final in extra time after Pedro Porro (Spain), Mikel Oyarzabal (Spain) and Mikel Merino (Spain) had all delivered decisive moments earlier in the tournament.



Argentina still leaned on Lionel Messi (Argentina), but Lautaro Martínez (Argentina) and Enzo Fernández (Argentina) increasingly shaped the biggest moments. Norway's charge owed much to Erling Haaland (Norway), whose performance against Brazil became one of the images of the tournament.



The stars were recognisable. The balance between generations had unmistakably shifted.



Winning Became A Squad Exercise



The deeper the tournament went, the less it resembled a contest decided by starting XIs alone.



Extra-time football became a recurring feature of the knockout rounds. Spain's victory over Argentina in the final, England's comeback against Norway in the quarter-finals and Norway's upset of Brazil in the Round of 16 all demanded more than 90 minutes of planning from the coaches involved.



Tactical flexibility, fresh legs and the ability to change a match from the bench became just as valuable as individual brilliance.



Depth was no longer a luxury. It became a requirement.



Spain Set The Standard



Spain deserved to be champions not because they dominated every opponent, but because they consistently found answers.



Their path to the trophy took them past Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and Argentina in the final. Each opponent posed a different challenge, yet Spain adapted every time. Their success was built on structure, patience and contributions from throughout the squad rather than dependence on one headline name.



In a tournament defined by narrow margins, that proved to be the difference.



A Different World Cup



Every World Cup leaves behind a champion.



Some leave behind something bigger.



The lasting memory of 2026 may not be Spain lifting the trophy. It may be the moment football finally accepted that the old hierarchy no longer offers guarantees. Traditional powers remain exactly that — powerful. But every four years, more nations arrive believing they belong, and increasingly they have the performances to justify that belief.



Spain won the World Cup.



The rest of the world ensured the race for the next one is more open than it has been in decades.



Published 20-July-2026




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Spain lifted the trophy, but the biggest story of the 2026 FIFA World Cup reached far beyond the final whistle.



Across a month of football in North America, the established powers still found their way into the closing rounds, yet the margin separating them from the rest of the world looked smaller than ever. Brazil fell to Norway. Germany's campaign ended in a penalty shootout against Paraguay. Morocco backed up its breakthrough in Qatar by reaching another semi-final after eliminating the Netherlands, while Cabo Verde stretched Argentina into extra time before finally being beaten.



None of those nations  lifted the trophy. All of them left the tournament with greater credibility than when they arrived. All of them changed the conversation.



By the time Spain edged Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the final, this World Cup had become about far more than one country's triumph. Reputation no longer guaranteed progress, and football's traditional hierarchy felt less certain than it had four years earlier. It was a tournament that echoed Arrigo Sacchi's enduring observation:




"Football belongs to whoever plays it best."— Arrigo Sacchi




Nobody Had An Easy Run



Look back through the knockout bracket and one thing stands out immediately: every favourite was forced to earn its place.



Argentina needed extra time to eliminate Cabo Verde in the Round of 16 before edging Switzerland in the quarter-finals and then England in the semi-finals. 



Spain's route to the title took them through Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and finally Argentina in the final, while England found themselves recovering from deficits against Mexico in the Round of 16 and Norway in the quarter-finals before securing third place against France in the bronze medal match.



Even Brazil, so often expected to contend deep into a World Cup, never reached the quarter-finals after Norway's Round of 16 upset of Brazil produced one of the tournament's defining results.



The names in the final four were familiar. The journey to get there was anything but.



The Gap Has Closed



For years, football has talked about the rise of nations outside the traditional elite. In 2026, that conversation finally felt settled.



Morocco proved their run to the semi-finals in Qatar was not a once-off. Paraguay's penalty shootout win over Germany sent another heavyweight home early. Norway's victory over Brazil confirmed they were no longer outsiders. Egypt's Round of 16 victory over Australia and Switzerland's penalty shootout win over Colombia reinforced how little now separates many of the world's best teams.



None of those results would have been dismissed as impossible. A decade ago, several would have been.



That may be the clearest sign yet of how much international football has changed.



Different Heroes Stepped Forward



One of the defining themes of the tournament wasn't the farewell of an ageing superstar. It was the arrival of players now ready to become the faces of the next World Cup cycle.



Jude Bellingham (England) drove England through the knockout rounds, scoring twice against Norway before adding another in the bronze medal match. Bukayo Saka (England) finished the tournament with a hat-trick against France. Spain never relied on one match-winner either. Ferran Torres (Spain) settled the final in extra time after Pedro Porro (Spain), Mikel Oyarzabal (Spain) and Mikel Merino (Spain) had all delivered decisive moments earlier in the tournament.



Argentina still leaned on Lionel Messi (Argentina), but Lautaro Martínez (Argentina) and Enzo Fernández (Argentina) increasingly shaped the biggest moments. Norway's charge owed much to Erling Haaland (Norway), whose performance against Brazil became one of the images of the tournament.



The stars were recognisable. The balance between generations had unmistakably shifted.



Winning Became A Squad Exercise



The deeper the tournament went, the less it resembled a contest decided by starting XIs alone.



Extra-time football became a recurring feature of the knockout rounds. Spain's victory over Argentina in the final, England's comeback against Norway in the quarter-finals and Norway's upset of Brazil in the Round of 16 all demanded more than 90 minutes of planning from the coaches involved.



Tactical flexibility, fresh legs and the ability to change a match from the bench became just as valuable as individual brilliance.



Depth was no longer a luxury. It became a requirement.



Spain Set The Standard



Spain deserved to be champions not because they dominated every opponent, but because they consistently found answers.



Their path to the trophy took them past Austria in the Round of 16, Portugal in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals and Argentina in the final. Each opponent posed a different challenge, yet Spain adapted every time. Their success was built on structure, patience and contributions from throughout the squad rather than dependence on one headline name.



In a tournament defined by narrow margins, that proved to be the difference.



A Different World Cup



Every World Cup leaves behind a champion.



Some leave behind something bigger.



The lasting memory of 2026 may not be Spain lifting the trophy. It may be the moment football finally accepted that the old hierarchy no longer offers guarantees. Traditional powers remain exactly that — powerful. But every four years, more nations arrive believing they belong, and increasingly they have the performances to justify that belief.



Spain won the World Cup.



The rest of the world ensured the race for the next one is more open than it has been in decades.



Published 20-July-2026




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The 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships ended early when strong winds forced organisers to cancel the elite finals at Chandler.



Read: Chandler BMX Weekend Opens With Rider Access And Family Day



The event was due to take place at the Brisbane SX International BMX Centre on Sunday, 19 July 2026. However, strong westerly winds made the track unsafe. Riders could not begin the final rounds, and officials waited to see whether conditions would improve.



The Union Cycliste Internationale, known as the UCI, later cancelled the remaining elite races. The decision brought an unusual end to a major international sporting event at Chandler.



Completed results decide the medals



With no finals completed, officials used results from the last completed rounds to decide the medals.



Great Britain’s Bethany Shriever claimed the elite women’s title after recording the fastest qualifying time of 36.585 seconds. The result gave Shriever her fourth BMX world title. She had previously won in 2021, 2023 and 2025. Australia’s Saya Sakakibara took silver with a time of 36.908 seconds. Dutch rider Laura Smulders received bronze.&nbsp;



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships – Brisbane (@brisbanebmxworlds2026)



Sakakibara misses her final chance at gold



Sakakibara entered the Brisbane championships as one of the leading contenders in the women’s event. The 26-year-old won gold at the Paris Olympic Games in 2024 and hoped to claim her first elite world title before an Australian crowd.



She advanced through Saturday’s racing and held the second-fastest time before the weather stopped further competition. After receiving silver, Sakakibara said she remained proud of the lap she completed. She also acknowledged that the result hurt more because the championships were held at home.



She had hoped to win gold but accepted that the weather was outside the riders’ control.



The local crowd also left a strong impression on her. Sakakibara said the support from spectators at the start hill made the occasion special despite the disappointing finish.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Saya Sakakibara BMX Racer (@sayasakakibara)



Asmus claims elite men’s title



For Australian rider Jesse Asmus, the completed results were enough to secure the elite men’s title.



Asmus became the world champion after setting the fastest time in the completed racing. He finished ahead of Great Britain’s Ross Cullen and France’s Mathis Ragot Richard. The title marked a major step in his career. Asmus had won his first Australian national title only three months earlier.



Still, the result brought mixed feelings.&nbsp;



Asmus said the win felt different because he did not race across the finish line in front of the home crowd. Even so, he recognised the title as an important achievement. He had also watched the weather forecast before Sunday’s program. As a result, Asmus treated Saturday’s laps as if they might decide the championship. He focused on recording clean and fast times while racing could continue. His leading time later proved enough to secure the rainbow jersey.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by UCI BMX Racing (@ucibmxsx) 



Jolly adds another Australian world title



Queensland rider Josh Jolly also secured a title through his strong qualifying performance.



Jolly won the under-23 men’s world title after recording the fastest completed time in his category. He posted 33.681 seconds. The result followed his move to Brisbane earlier in 2026. Jolly relocated to train in Queensland and work alongside riders including Asmus. The victory became his second BMX world title. He had previously won the junior men’s championship in the United States in 2024.



Australia also collected medals in the junior events. Cameron Gatt won silver, while Isla Basa secured bronze. The national team had faced an earlier setback when Izaac Kennedy crashed during practice on Friday. The crash ruled him out of the championships.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by UCI BMX Racing (@ucibmxsx)



Chandler event adds to Brisbane 2032 experience



The championships also drew interest as Brisbane prepares to host the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2032.



The BMX centre at Chandler showed how the venue handled a major international competition. The cancellation also highlighted the value of allowing extra time for weather delays. The World Championships did not have a spare day for the elite finals. Organisers also needed to prepare for the next stage of the program.



By comparison, the Olympic BMX program is expected to include a contingency day for weather delays and this may allow racing to continue later when unsafe conditions interrupt competition.



Read: Chandler BMX Program Maps Nine Days Of Racing



Racing continues at Chandler



Although the elite world titles ended early, the wider championships continued at the Brisbane SX International BMX Centre.



Challenge and Masters racing was scheduled from Wednesday, 22 July, to Saturday, 25 July, as part of an event involving more than 3,000 riders. These events bring together riders from many countries across a wide range of age categories. Asmus also remained at the venue in a team management role. He planned to support younger Australian riders through their events.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by AusCycling (@auscyclingaus) 



Published 20-July-2026
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The 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships ended early when strong winds forced organisers to cancel the elite finals at Chandler.



Read: Chandler BMX Weekend Opens With Rider Access And Family Day



The event was due to take place at the Brisbane SX International BMX Centre on Sunday, 19 July 2026. However, strong westerly winds made the track unsafe. Riders could not begin the final rounds, and officials waited to see whether conditions would improve.



The Union Cycliste Internationale, known as the UCI, later cancelled the remaining elite races. The decision brought an unusual end to a major international sporting event at Chandler.



Completed results decide the medals



With no finals completed, officials used results from the last completed rounds to decide the medals.



Great Britain’s Bethany Shriever claimed the elite women’s title after recording the fastest qualifying time of 36.585 seconds. The result gave Shriever her fourth BMX world title. She had previously won in 2021, 2023 and 2025. Australia’s Saya Sakakibara took silver with a time of 36.908 seconds. Dutch rider Laura Smulders received bronze.&nbsp;



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships – Brisbane (@brisbanebmxworlds2026)



Sakakibara misses her final chance at gold



Sakakibara entered the Brisbane championships as one of the leading contenders in the women’s event. The 26-year-old won gold at the Paris Olympic Games in 2024 and hoped to claim her first elite world title before an Australian crowd.



She advanced through Saturday’s racing and held the second-fastest time before the weather stopped further competition. After receiving silver, Sakakibara said she remained proud of the lap she completed. She also acknowledged that the result hurt more because the championships were held at home.



She had hoped to win gold but accepted that the weather was outside the riders’ control.



The local crowd also left a strong impression on her. Sakakibara said the support from spectators at the start hill made the occasion special despite the disappointing finish.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Saya Sakakibara BMX Racer (@sayasakakibara)



Asmus claims elite men’s title



For Australian rider Jesse Asmus, the completed results were enough to secure the elite men’s title.



Asmus became the world champion after setting the fastest time in the completed racing. He finished ahead of Great Britain’s Ross Cullen and France’s Mathis Ragot Richard. The title marked a major step in his career. Asmus had won his first Australian national title only three months earlier.



Still, the result brought mixed feelings.&nbsp;



Asmus said the win felt different because he did not race across the finish line in front of the home crowd. Even so, he recognised the title as an important achievement. He had also watched the weather forecast before Sunday’s program. As a result, Asmus treated Saturday’s laps as if they might decide the championship. He focused on recording clean and fast times while racing could continue. His leading time later proved enough to secure the rainbow jersey.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by UCI BMX Racing (@ucibmxsx) 



Jolly adds another Australian world title



Queensland rider Josh Jolly also secured a title through his strong qualifying performance.



Jolly won the under-23 men’s world title after recording the fastest completed time in his category. He posted 33.681 seconds. The result followed his move to Brisbane earlier in 2026. Jolly relocated to train in Queensland and work alongside riders including Asmus. The victory became his second BMX world title. He had previously won the junior men’s championship in the United States in 2024.



Australia also collected medals in the junior events. Cameron Gatt won silver, while Isla Basa secured bronze. The national team had faced an earlier setback when Izaac Kennedy crashed during practice on Friday. The crash ruled him out of the championships.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by UCI BMX Racing (@ucibmxsx)



Chandler event adds to Brisbane 2032 experience



The championships also drew interest as Brisbane prepares to host the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2032.



The BMX centre at Chandler showed how the venue handled a major international competition. The cancellation also highlighted the value of allowing extra time for weather delays. The World Championships did not have a spare day for the elite finals. Organisers also needed to prepare for the next stage of the program.



By comparison, the Olympic BMX program is expected to include a contingency day for weather delays and this may allow racing to continue later when unsafe conditions interrupt competition.



Read: Chandler BMX Program Maps Nine Days Of Racing



Racing continues at Chandler



Although the elite world titles ended early, the wider championships continued at the Brisbane SX International BMX Centre.



Challenge and Masters racing was scheduled from Wednesday, 22 July, to Saturday, 25 July, as part of an event involving more than 3,000 riders. These events bring together riders from many countries across a wide range of age categories. Asmus also remained at the venue in a team management role. He planned to support younger Australian riders through their events.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by AusCycling (@auscyclingaus) 



Published 20-July-2026
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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Optus Stadium, Perth • Whadjuk) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 19



• West Coast Eagles 69   |   Brisbane Lions 93







QAFL



TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Kombumerri Park / Neptune Homes Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 68 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 61



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 46 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFL Seniors 128



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Aspley QAFLW Seniors 35



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Maroochydore Multi Sports Complex / Neil Upton Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Maroochydore QAFLW Seniors 13 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 17















FQPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (St Georges Park (St George Willawong FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• St George Willawong 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Caboolture Sports FC 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 0







NPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Gold Coast Knights 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 2



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Eastern Suburbs 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Magic United 4



Sun, July 19, 2026 (Goodwin Park (Olympic FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Olympic FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Roar B 1



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Gold Coast Knights 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1 North



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 91 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteors 95



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 98 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 110



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 64 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteorettes 88



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 75 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 18



• Ipswich Jets 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 52



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• Brisbane Tigers 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Western Clydesdales 14



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• WM Seagulls 14 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Cutters 16




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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Optus Stadium, Perth • Whadjuk) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 19



• West Coast Eagles 69   |   Brisbane Lions 93







QAFL



TPIL Lawyers



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Kombumerri Park / Neptune Homes Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Broadbeach QAFL Seniors 68 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 61



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 15



• Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 46 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFL Seniors 128



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Morningside QAFLW Seniors 24 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Aspley QAFLW Seniors 35



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Maroochydore Multi Sports Complex / Neil Upton Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Women – Round 15



• Maroochydore QAFLW Seniors 13 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 17















FQPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (St Georges Park (St George Willawong FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• St George Willawong 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Caboolture Sports FC 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 19



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 0







NPL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Gold Coast Knights 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wynnum Wolves 2



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Heath Park (Eastern Suburbs FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Eastern Suburbs 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Magic United 4



Sun, July 19, 2026 (Goodwin Park (Olympic FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 19



• Olympic FC 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Roar B 1



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Croatian Sports Centre (Gold Coast Knights)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Gold Coast Knights 6 &nbsp; | &nbsp; FQ Academy QAS 0



Sun, July 19, 2026 (John Fredericks Park (Capalaba FC)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 23



• Capalaba FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 0















NBL1 North



Fri, July 17, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 91 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteors 95



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 98 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 110



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• South West Metro Pirates 64 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Meteorettes 88



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 14



• Brisbane Capitals 75 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 83















QRL



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 18



• Ipswich Jets 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 52



Sat, July 18, 2026 (Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• Brisbane Tigers 22 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Western Clydesdales 14



Sat, July 18, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women – Round 7



• WM Seagulls 14 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mackay Cutters 16




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The Chandler BMX program will move from championship practice and finals into four Challenge competition days, bringing riders from more than 40 nations to the Brisbane SX International BMX Centre.



Read: Chandler BMX Weekend Opens With Rider Access And Family Day



Running from Friday, 17 July to Saturday, 25 July, the 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships will divide its nine-day schedule between the Championship and Challenge programs.



Three Days Decide The Championship Titles



The opening Friday will place the championship field on the track for official practice from 10am to 2pm.



Meet Your Heroes Day will run alongside the session, with selected members of the Australian team taking part in appearances, signing sessions and a live question-and-answer program.



Qualification will follow on Saturday, 18 July. Riders are scheduled on the track from 9:10am until 4pm, with the first race beginning at noon.



The Championship finals and awards will be held on Sunday, 19 July. Track activity will run from 9:50am to 3pm, and the first race is again scheduled for noon.



Sunday’s winners will earn the right to wear the UCI rainbow jersey until the following world championships. The jersey carries bands of blue, red, black, yellow and green.



Photo Credit: 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships



Australian Riders Face An International Field



Olympic champion Saya Sakakibara and Gold Coast rider Izaac Kennedy are among the Australians identified as contenders in Chandler.



Sakakibara has won the past three overall UCI BMX Racing World Cup titles. She moved back to the Gold Coast and has spent more time riding the Brisbane track before the world championships.



Kennedy won a Brisbane World Cup round in 2024 before claiming the overall series title that year. He followed that result with silver at the 2025 UCI World Championships.



Defending women’s world champion Bethany Shriever arrives with three world titles and an Olympic gold medal from Tokyo 2020.



The women’s field also includes Canadian Molly Simpson, who won the opening round of the 2026 World Cup, five-time European champion Laura Smulders and Olympic bronze medallist Zoé Claessens.



Alongside Kennedy, the men listed to watch include Eddy Clerté of France, Dutch rider Jaymio Brink, Swiss champion Loris Aeberhard and Colombia’s Diego Arboleda Ospina.



Aeberhard recorded his first two World Cup victories in consecutive rounds before Brisbane. Arboleda Ospina collected the third World Cup win of his career during the opening weekend of the 2026 series in Sarrians, France.



The competing-nations list covers Australia and more than 40 other national teams from across Europe, the Americas, Asia, Africa and Oceania.



Chandler BMX Program Continues With Challenge Racing



After the Championship finals, Challenge practice will take over the track on Monday, 20 July and Tuesday, 21 July.



Car parks will open at 7am on both days, followed by spectator entry at 7:30am and track activity from 8am.



Challenge competition begins on Wednesday, 22 July and continues for four consecutive days. The first race is scheduled for 10am each day, with awards included in every competition-day program.



Riders will be on the track until 4pm on Wednesday and Thursday. Venue closing is scheduled for 4:30pm on both days.



Friday’s track program will run until 4:20pm, followed by a scheduled venue closure at 5pm. The final Saturday session will place riders on the track until 3:55pm, with the venue due to close at 4:30pm.



All closing times may change if racing is delayed.



Photo Credit: 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships



Eight-Metre Start Ramp Shapes The Trackside View



The Brisbane SX International BMX Centre includes an eight-metre start ramp, placing riders above the opening section of the course before the gate drops.



Each start follows a random delay of between 0.1 and 2.7 seconds. Riders then receive four lights and four beeps, with the gate beginning to fall on the fourth signal.



Once racing begins, riders can pedal at up to 220 revolutions per minute, approaching four complete rotations each second.



Ground-pass spectators will watch from trackside areas between the start hills and Turn 3. Grandstand seats run along the finish straight, while outdoor screens will operate between Turns 1 and 3 and near the awards stage.



Another screen will be available inside the Anna Meares Velodrome, which also provides seating and undercover protection away from the track.



Entry, Transport And Venue Facilities



About 40,000 spectators are expected across the nine-day event.



Parking at Sleeman Sports Complex and the Belmont Shooting Complex must be booked in advance. Bus routes 250 and 270 stop at the Sleeman Centre on Old Cleveland Road, and bicycle parking will be available near the Brisbane Aquatic Centre.



Ticket QR codes will be scanned through the AXS app. Visitors will also pass through security screening, including bag checks, when entering the venue.



Food and drink outlets, free water refill points, first aid, accessible toilets and an accessible viewing platform will operate within the precinct. Pram storage and baby-change facilities will also be available.



Read: Coorparoo Quilters Hold 42nd Anniversary Quilt Show in  Belmont



Umbrellas and camp chairs are not permitted. Smoking and vaping are prohibited within the ticketed area, with a separate designated area outside the perimeter.



The published schedule remains subject to change, including adjustments caused by racing delays.



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The Chandler BMX program will move from championship practice and finals into four Challenge competition days, bringing riders from more than 40 nations to the Brisbane SX International BMX Centre.



Read: Chandler BMX Weekend Opens With Rider Access And Family Day



Running from Friday, 17 July to Saturday, 25 July, the 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships will divide its nine-day schedule between the Championship and Challenge programs.



Three Days Decide The Championship Titles



The opening Friday will place the championship field on the track for official practice from 10am to 2pm.



Meet Your Heroes Day will run alongside the session, with selected members of the Australian team taking part in appearances, signing sessions and a live question-and-answer program.



Qualification will follow on Saturday, 18 July. Riders are scheduled on the track from 9:10am until 4pm, with the first race beginning at noon.



The Championship finals and awards will be held on Sunday, 19 July. Track activity will run from 9:50am to 3pm, and the first race is again scheduled for noon.



Sunday’s winners will earn the right to wear the UCI rainbow jersey until the following world championships. The jersey carries bands of blue, red, black, yellow and green.



Photo Credit: 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships



Australian Riders Face An International Field



Olympic champion Saya Sakakibara and Gold Coast rider Izaac Kennedy are among the Australians identified as contenders in Chandler.



Sakakibara has won the past three overall UCI BMX Racing World Cup titles. She moved back to the Gold Coast and has spent more time riding the Brisbane track before the world championships.



Kennedy won a Brisbane World Cup round in 2024 before claiming the overall series title that year. He followed that result with silver at the 2025 UCI World Championships.



Defending women’s world champion Bethany Shriever arrives with three world titles and an Olympic gold medal from Tokyo 2020.



The women’s field also includes Canadian Molly Simpson, who won the opening round of the 2026 World Cup, five-time European champion Laura Smulders and Olympic bronze medallist Zoé Claessens.



Alongside Kennedy, the men listed to watch include Eddy Clerté of France, Dutch rider Jaymio Brink, Swiss champion Loris Aeberhard and Colombia’s Diego Arboleda Ospina.



Aeberhard recorded his first two World Cup victories in consecutive rounds before Brisbane. Arboleda Ospina collected the third World Cup win of his career during the opening weekend of the 2026 series in Sarrians, France.



The competing-nations list covers Australia and more than 40 other national teams from across Europe, the Americas, Asia, Africa and Oceania.



Chandler BMX Program Continues With Challenge Racing



After the Championship finals, Challenge practice will take over the track on Monday, 20 July and Tuesday, 21 July.



Car parks will open at 7am on both days, followed by spectator entry at 7:30am and track activity from 8am.



Challenge competition begins on Wednesday, 22 July and continues for four consecutive days. The first race is scheduled for 10am each day, with awards included in every competition-day program.



Riders will be on the track until 4pm on Wednesday and Thursday. Venue closing is scheduled for 4:30pm on both days.



Friday’s track program will run until 4:20pm, followed by a scheduled venue closure at 5pm. The final Saturday session will place riders on the track until 3:55pm, with the venue due to close at 4:30pm.



All closing times may change if racing is delayed.



Photo Credit: 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships



Eight-Metre Start Ramp Shapes The Trackside View



The Brisbane SX International BMX Centre includes an eight-metre start ramp, placing riders above the opening section of the course before the gate drops.



Each start follows a random delay of between 0.1 and 2.7 seconds. Riders then receive four lights and four beeps, with the gate beginning to fall on the fourth signal.



Once racing begins, riders can pedal at up to 220 revolutions per minute, approaching four complete rotations each second.



Ground-pass spectators will watch from trackside areas between the start hills and Turn 3. Grandstand seats run along the finish straight, while outdoor screens will operate between Turns 1 and 3 and near the awards stage.



Another screen will be available inside the Anna Meares Velodrome, which also provides seating and undercover protection away from the track.



Entry, Transport And Venue Facilities



About 40,000 spectators are expected across the nine-day event.



Parking at Sleeman Sports Complex and the Belmont Shooting Complex must be booked in advance. Bus routes 250 and 270 stop at the Sleeman Centre on Old Cleveland Road, and bicycle parking will be available near the Brisbane Aquatic Centre.



Ticket QR codes will be scanned through the AXS app. Visitors will also pass through security screening, including bag checks, when entering the venue.



Food and drink outlets, free water refill points, first aid, accessible toilets and an accessible viewing platform will operate within the precinct. Pram storage and baby-change facilities will also be available.



Read: Coorparoo Quilters Hold 42nd Anniversary Quilt Show in  Belmont



Umbrellas and camp chairs are not permitted. Smoking and vaping are prohibited within the ticketed area, with a separate designated area outside the perimeter.



The published schedule remains subject to change, including adjustments caused by racing delays.



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Before the world titles are decided, the Chandler BMX weekend will give spectators a close look at championship practice, seven Australian riders and a qualifying day accompanied by family activities.



Read: Coorparoo Quilters Hold 42nd Anniversary Quilt Show in  Belmont



Final Practice Brings Australian Riders Closer To Fans



Meet Your Heroes Day will begin the public program at the Brisbane SX International BMX Centre on Friday, 17 July.



Spectators will be able to watch the championship field complete its official practice between 10am and 2pm, providing an early view of the riders before qualification and finals racing begins.



The Australian appearance line-up features Olympic champion Saya Sakakibara and four-time Olympian Lauren Reynolds, who are scheduled to take part in a live question-and-answer session.



Photo Credit: 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships



Jesse Asmus, Sienna Pal, Jordan Callum, Mia Webster and Zane Bourke are also listed for signing sessions and other appearances. The sessions will provide opportunities for autographs, signed rider cards and photographs.



Asmus enters the event as the reigning elite national champion. Pal won silver in the junior category at a UCI World Championships before moving directly into elite competition at 18, while Callum, Webster and Bourke compete for Australia at under-23 level.



The appearance program remains subject to change because of competition, training, travel, illness or other team commitments.



Car parks will open at 9am and spectator gates at 9:30am. The venue is scheduled to close at 2:30pm, subject to any delays, while adult tickets start from $10.



Chandler BMX Weekend Moves Into Qualification



The focus will shift to racing and family activities on Saturday, 18 July, when Family Day runs alongside the championship qualification program.



Riders are scheduled to be on the track from 9:10am until 4pm, with the first race beginning at noon. Car parks will open at 8am, followed by spectator entry from 8:30am.



Photo Credit: 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships



Bluey and Bingo are due to appear during three meet-and-greet sessions. Participation is included with event entry, but advance registration is required and places are limited.



Potential activities listed for the day include face painting, photographs, prizes, giveaways and other meet-and-greet opportunities. A scavenger hunt will be available to the first 1,000 spectators through the gates.



Photo Credit: 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships



Giant bubbles, stilt walkers and roaming entertainment are also planned, while food trucks and the event village will operate around the racing program.



Family Day tickets are listed at $60 for adults, $40 for children aged five to 12 and $180 for a family. Children aged four and under can enter free. A separate grandstand ticket is required when a child aged four or under will occupy a seat.



The venue is scheduled to close at 4:30pm, although that time may change if racing is delayed.



Two Opening Days Lead Into Championship Finals



The Brisbane SX International BMX Centre sits within the Sleeman Sports Complex at the corner of Old Cleveland Road and Tilley Road in Chandler.



Friday’s practice and Saturday’s qualification program will lead into the championship finals and awards on Sunday, 19 July.



Read: Manly-Lota RSL Leads Nation With New Service for Modern Veterans



Car parks will open at 9am on finals day, with spectator gates opening at 9:30am. Riders are scheduled on the track from 9:50am until 3pm, and the first race will begin at noon.



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Before the world titles are decided, the Chandler BMX weekend will give spectators a close look at championship practice, seven Australian riders and a qualifying day accompanied by family activities.



Read: Coorparoo Quilters Hold 42nd Anniversary Quilt Show in  Belmont



Final Practice Brings Australian Riders Closer To Fans



Meet Your Heroes Day will begin the public program at the Brisbane SX International BMX Centre on Friday, 17 July.



Spectators will be able to watch the championship field complete its official practice between 10am and 2pm, providing an early view of the riders before qualification and finals racing begins.



The Australian appearance line-up features Olympic champion Saya Sakakibara and four-time Olympian Lauren Reynolds, who are scheduled to take part in a live question-and-answer session.



Photo Credit: 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships



Jesse Asmus, Sienna Pal, Jordan Callum, Mia Webster and Zane Bourke are also listed for signing sessions and other appearances. The sessions will provide opportunities for autographs, signed rider cards and photographs.



Asmus enters the event as the reigning elite national champion. Pal won silver in the junior category at a UCI World Championships before moving directly into elite competition at 18, while Callum, Webster and Bourke compete for Australia at under-23 level.



The appearance program remains subject to change because of competition, training, travel, illness or other team commitments.



Car parks will open at 9am and spectator gates at 9:30am. The venue is scheduled to close at 2:30pm, subject to any delays, while adult tickets start from $10.



Chandler BMX Weekend Moves Into Qualification



The focus will shift to racing and family activities on Saturday, 18 July, when Family Day runs alongside the championship qualification program.



Riders are scheduled to be on the track from 9:10am until 4pm, with the first race beginning at noon. Car parks will open at 8am, followed by spectator entry from 8:30am.



Photo Credit: 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships



Bluey and Bingo are due to appear during three meet-and-greet sessions. Participation is included with event entry, but advance registration is required and places are limited.



Potential activities listed for the day include face painting, photographs, prizes, giveaways and other meet-and-greet opportunities. A scavenger hunt will be available to the first 1,000 spectators through the gates.



Photo Credit: 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships



Giant bubbles, stilt walkers and roaming entertainment are also planned, while food trucks and the event village will operate around the racing program.



Family Day tickets are listed at $60 for adults, $40 for children aged five to 12 and $180 for a family. Children aged four and under can enter free. A separate grandstand ticket is required when a child aged four or under will occupy a seat.



The venue is scheduled to close at 4:30pm, although that time may change if racing is delayed.



Two Opening Days Lead Into Championship Finals



The Brisbane SX International BMX Centre sits within the Sleeman Sports Complex at the corner of Old Cleveland Road and Tilley Road in Chandler.



Friday’s practice and Saturday’s qualification program will lead into the championship finals and awards on Sunday, 19 July.



Read: Manly-Lota RSL Leads Nation With New Service for Modern Veterans



Car parks will open at 9am on finals day, with spectator gates opening at 9:30am. Riders are scheduled on the track from 9:50am until 3pm, and the first race will begin at noon.



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Manly residents looking for a unique weekend outing are invited to a vibrant community event in nearby Belmont, where the Coorparoo Quilters will celebrate their 42nd anniversary with a spectacular biennial show.



Dubbed 42: A Fantastic Journey, the exhibition runs from Saturday 18 July to Sunday 19 July at the Belmont Shooting Complex.



Imagination stitched into reality



This year’s theme draws inspiration from science fiction, fantasy, and adventure. Visitors will be treated to more than 100 quilts and wall hangings reflecting creative interpretations of books, films, and imaginary worlds.



The event will also feature the Cosplay Youth Challenge, giving young makers an opportunity to showcase their talent alongside experienced quilters. Together, the displays highlight how traditional craftsmanship continues to evolve through contemporary design.



Photo Credit: Supplied



Prizes, crafts, and community spirit



Beyond the quilting displays, the weekend offers plenty of activities for the whole family. Visitors can browse handmade craft stalls, enjoy light refreshments, and enter a raffle packed with major prizes. Up for grabs is a sewing machine donated by River City Sewing Centre, a retro-style quilt, a three-day craft retreat, and various gourmet hampers.



Photo Credit: Supplied



With adult entry set at $5 and free admission for children (including high school students), it makes for an affordable family day out close to the bayside.



Supporting local causes



Every ticket purchased directly funds the group's community work. Coorparoo Quilters regularly produce and donate handmade items to those in need across Queensland.



Recent donations include 150 Christmas placemats for Carina Meals on Wheels, and 175 quilts distributed to major institutions, including the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Redland Hospital, the Lutheran Women's and Children's Shelter, and the Quilts of Valour program.



Event Details:




Where: Belmont Shooting Complex, 1485 Old Cleveland Road, Belmont (Entry via Old Cleveland Road).



When:

Saturday 18 July: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm (Last entry 3:00 pm)



Sunday 19 July: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm (Last entry 2:00 pm)





More info: Available on the Coorparoo Quilters website.




Photo Credit: Supplied







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Manly residents looking for a unique weekend outing are invited to a vibrant community event in nearby Belmont, where the Coorparoo Quilters will celebrate their 42nd anniversary with a spectacular biennial show.



Dubbed 42: A Fantastic Journey, the exhibition runs from Saturday 18 July to Sunday 19 July at the Belmont Shooting Complex.



Imagination stitched into reality



This year’s theme draws inspiration from science fiction, fantasy, and adventure. Visitors will be treated to more than 100 quilts and wall hangings reflecting creative interpretations of books, films, and imaginary worlds.



The event will also feature the Cosplay Youth Challenge, giving young makers an opportunity to showcase their talent alongside experienced quilters. Together, the displays highlight how traditional craftsmanship continues to evolve through contemporary design.



Photo Credit: Supplied



Prizes, crafts, and community spirit



Beyond the quilting displays, the weekend offers plenty of activities for the whole family. Visitors can browse handmade craft stalls, enjoy light refreshments, and enter a raffle packed with major prizes. Up for grabs is a sewing machine donated by River City Sewing Centre, a retro-style quilt, a three-day craft retreat, and various gourmet hampers.



Photo Credit: Supplied



With adult entry set at $5 and free admission for children (including high school students), it makes for an affordable family day out close to the bayside.



Supporting local causes



Every ticket purchased directly funds the group's community work. Coorparoo Quilters regularly produce and donate handmade items to those in need across Queensland.



Recent donations include 150 Christmas placemats for Carina Meals on Wheels, and 175 quilts distributed to major institutions, including the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Redland Hospital, the Lutheran Women's and Children's Shelter, and the Quilts of Valour program.



Event Details:




Where: Belmont Shooting Complex, 1485 Old Cleveland Road, Belmont (Entry via Old Cleveland Road).



When:

Saturday 18 July: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm (Last entry 3:00 pm)



Sunday 19 July: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm (Last entry 2:00 pm)





More info: Available on the Coorparoo Quilters website.




Photo Credit: Supplied







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The Manly-Lota RSL is making history this month by launching the nation’s first dedicated service specifically designed to honour the unique contributions of modern Australian veterans.



Read: New Live Music Series Brings Intimate Performances to Manly



A New Chapter for Local Service



Photo Credit: Google Maps



For generations, the Returned and Services League has been synonymous with the major dates that define Australia’s military past. While these moments remain vital to the national identity, members at the Manly branch recognised a growing need to better acknowledge those whose service took place outside of those traditional historical windows.&nbsp;



This new initiative aims to bridge that gap by highlighting the varied roles performed by members of the Australian Defence Force since the end of the Vietnam War. This includes the dedication shown by those involved in complex peacekeeping missions, various homeland defence tasks, and rigorous overseas deployments.



Honouring Modern Contributions



Photo Credit: RSL Queensland



The idea for this event grew from discussions among local RSL members who are still actively serving in the Royal Australian Navy. Bruce Christensen and Fiona Ewington, who helped drive the creation of this service, expressed a strong desire to ensure that every generation of service is valued equally.&nbsp;



Mr. Christensen noted that many who served in recent decades have operated in demanding circumstances that sometimes feel overlooked by the wider public. By formalising this recognition, the branch hopes to reinforce the message that the RSL provides support and community for all veterans, regardless of when or where they wore the uniform.







Read: Manly and Bayside Suburbs Among Big Winners in Brisbane’s Biggest-Ever Pothole Repair PushD



Joining the Community



This event is intended to be a welcoming environment for all eligible service members, and there is no requirement to be an existing RSL member to attend. Organisers have specifically encouraged veterans to reach out to their former colleagues and bring a mate along, viewing it as a valuable opportunity to reconnect with those they served alongside. The inaugural service is scheduled to take place at the Manly War Memorial in Richard Russell Park.&nbsp;



Following the formal remembrance, a luncheon will be held at the nearby Manly-Lota RSL Hall on Melville Terrace to allow for further conversation and fellowship. Interested participants are encouraged to contact the Manly-Lota RSL for any additional details regarding the day.



The commemorative service will be held on Sunday, 19 July, beginning at 1:00 PM.



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The Manly-Lota RSL is making history this month by launching the nation’s first dedicated service specifically designed to honour the unique contributions of modern Australian veterans.



Read: New Live Music Series Brings Intimate Performances to Manly



A New Chapter for Local Service



Photo Credit: Google Maps



For generations, the Returned and Services League has been synonymous with the major dates that define Australia’s military past. While these moments remain vital to the national identity, members at the Manly branch recognised a growing need to better acknowledge those whose service took place outside of those traditional historical windows.&nbsp;



This new initiative aims to bridge that gap by highlighting the varied roles performed by members of the Australian Defence Force since the end of the Vietnam War. This includes the dedication shown by those involved in complex peacekeeping missions, various homeland defence tasks, and rigorous overseas deployments.



Honouring Modern Contributions



Photo Credit: RSL Queensland



The idea for this event grew from discussions among local RSL members who are still actively serving in the Royal Australian Navy. Bruce Christensen and Fiona Ewington, who helped drive the creation of this service, expressed a strong desire to ensure that every generation of service is valued equally.&nbsp;



Mr. Christensen noted that many who served in recent decades have operated in demanding circumstances that sometimes feel overlooked by the wider public. By formalising this recognition, the branch hopes to reinforce the message that the RSL provides support and community for all veterans, regardless of when or where they wore the uniform.







Read: Manly and Bayside Suburbs Among Big Winners in Brisbane’s Biggest-Ever Pothole Repair PushD



Joining the Community



This event is intended to be a welcoming environment for all eligible service members, and there is no requirement to be an existing RSL member to attend. Organisers have specifically encouraged veterans to reach out to their former colleagues and bring a mate along, viewing it as a valuable opportunity to reconnect with those they served alongside. The inaugural service is scheduled to take place at the Manly War Memorial in Richard Russell Park.&nbsp;



Following the formal remembrance, a luncheon will be held at the nearby Manly-Lota RSL Hall on Melville Terrace to allow for further conversation and fellowship. Interested participants are encouraged to contact the Manly-Lota RSL for any additional details regarding the day.



The commemorative service will be held on Sunday, 19 July, beginning at 1:00 PM.



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Local live music fans are transforming the way they experience performances as a new concert series brings world-class artists to an intimate setting in the heart of Manly.



Read: Bayside Residents Keep Close Watch as Brisbane’s Flight Path Review Continues



The introduction of these regular events offers a fresh way for residents to connect with the arts. By converting the local arena into a space designed for listening, organisers are moving away from traditional large-scale concert formats.&nbsp;



This approach focuses on quality sound and a comfortable atmosphere that allows the audience to sit close to the stage. Whether it is a quiet jazz performance or an energetic blues set, the goal is to create a setting that prioritises the connection between the performer and the listener.



The jazz sessions scheduled for Thursday, 30 July 2026, starting at 6:30 PM, will feature the talents of Robyn Brown and The Indigo Collective. This group plans to lead the audience through a range of styles including early blues, swing, and original songs. The focus is on the skill of the musicians, who have a long history of performing in top venues across the globe.



The series also prioritises the discovery of new artists through its dedicated blues nights. The first of these gatherings takes place on Friday, July 24, 2026, beginning at 7:00 PM. This portion of the programme spotlights local acts such as Midnight Sound Machine, Sugarbag Blonde, and Shadie Hadie. By gathering these specific groups together, the organisers hope to foster a local scene where people can find new favourite bands and meet others who share an appreciation for soulful music.



Read: Wakerley Homeowners Face One of Brisbane’s Biggest Rate Rises Under New Budget



These events are designed to be more than just a concert, providing a space where people can enjoy a meal or a drink while hearing music that is meant to be felt. The organisers believe that bringing original music to the local stage supports the broader creative community on the southside. By offering a consistent schedule of performances, the project seeks to build a lasting home for artists who represent a wide variety of musical backgrounds, from country and folk to rock and soul.



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Local live music fans are transforming the way they experience performances as a new concert series brings world-class artists to an intimate setting in the heart of Manly.



Read: Bayside Residents Keep Close Watch as Brisbane’s Flight Path Review Continues



The introduction of these regular events offers a fresh way for residents to connect with the arts. By converting the local arena into a space designed for listening, organisers are moving away from traditional large-scale concert formats.&nbsp;



This approach focuses on quality sound and a comfortable atmosphere that allows the audience to sit close to the stage. Whether it is a quiet jazz performance or an energetic blues set, the goal is to create a setting that prioritises the connection between the performer and the listener.



The jazz sessions scheduled for Thursday, 30 July 2026, starting at 6:30 PM, will feature the talents of Robyn Brown and The Indigo Collective. This group plans to lead the audience through a range of styles including early blues, swing, and original songs. The focus is on the skill of the musicians, who have a long history of performing in top venues across the globe.



The series also prioritises the discovery of new artists through its dedicated blues nights. The first of these gatherings takes place on Friday, July 24, 2026, beginning at 7:00 PM. This portion of the programme spotlights local acts such as Midnight Sound Machine, Sugarbag Blonde, and Shadie Hadie. By gathering these specific groups together, the organisers hope to foster a local scene where people can find new favourite bands and meet others who share an appreciation for soulful music.



Read: Wakerley Homeowners Face One of Brisbane’s Biggest Rate Rises Under New Budget



These events are designed to be more than just a concert, providing a space where people can enjoy a meal or a drink while hearing music that is meant to be felt. The organisers believe that bringing original music to the local stage supports the broader creative community on the southside. By offering a consistent schedule of performances, the project seeks to build a lasting home for artists who represent a wide variety of musical backgrounds, from country and folk to rock and soul.



Published Date 14-July-2026
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