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“No problem” with motorsport park extension
Queensland’s Deputy Premier says he has “no problem” extending consultation on the proposed $20 million Moreton Motorsport Park, as community concerns over traffic, flooding, noise and environmental impacts continue to grow.
Red Dragons roar to national double
Redcliffe Red Dragons have claimed two national titles and a haul of medals at the Australian Dragon Boat Championships, showcasing the club’s strength, teamwork and growing success on the national stage.
Formal move for $20m motorsport park plan
Moreton Motorsport Park plans near Beachmere have progressed to public consultation, with a $20 million facility proposed featuring motocross, speedway, BMX tracks and training areas, aiming to boost jobs, tourism and motorsport events in Moreton Bay.
Silver lining for dragon boat John
Sandstone Point’s John Butler, 72, helped Queensland claim silver and bronze at the Australian Dragon Boat Championships, narrowly missing gold after a thrilling finish at Lake Kawana.
Roar doubling up in Redcliffe
Brisbane Roar is set to play almost half its home games at Kayo Stadium, in Redcliffe, next season. Roar scheduled two games at Kayo Stadium for its 2025-26 A-League. That became three when the visit of Perth was switched from Suncorp.
Moreton Bay boxing duo punch tickets to Commonwealth Games contention
Two young Moreton Bay boxers may be climbing through the ropes at this year’s Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
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Who’s Who in 2022, Sport: Kirralee Hayes
National selectors spotted Kirralee Hayes’ potential three years ago and at the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games she repaid them with her first major international medal
Who’s Who in 2022, Sport: Brenden Hall
Brenden Hall, one of Australia’s most successful para swimmers, was back among the medals again this year - despite a severe disruption in the final countdown to his races
Who’s Who in 2022, Sport: Lakeisha Patterson
Lakeisha Patterson, who learned to swim on Bribie Island and lives in Caboolture, had a golden finish to a year interrupted by illness
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Who’s Who in 22, Sport: Bob Jones
Dolphins Chairman Bob Jones has been at the helm at the club during its greatest period of transition in 2022 as it has prepared to take its place on the national stage. It’s been a big year with the club now ready to take the field in 2023 as an NRL club
Who’s Who in 22, Sport: Terry Reader
As the Dolphins NRL club’s inaugural CEO, Terry Reader has had his work cut out for him in 2022, building a club from the ground up – on and off the field. It’s been a big year with the club now ready to take the field in 2023
Who’s Who in 22, Sport: Wayne Bennett
As the Head Coach of the Dolphins NRL team, Wayne Bennett has hit the ground running in 2022. He’s built a strong roster of players and put in place a structure ahead of the team’s entry to the NRL in 2023.
Who’s Who in 2022, Sport: Cameron Smith
Cameron Smith, who grew up in Bray Park and learned to play golf at Wantima, has become one of the world’s top golfers and won his first major, the Open Championship in 2022.
