Moreton Bay salute to Games stars

Moreton Bay’s medal-winning athletes from the 2026 Commonwealth Games have been honoured for outstanding performances.

Five received certificates “In celebration and recognition” of their achievements, during last week’s full Council meeting.

Sam Short, Harrison Turner, Lakeisha Patterson, Kirralee Hayes, Jye Dixon, Caleb law and Liam Adcock flew the region’s flag in Glasgow.

They returned with 14 medals - 12 of which were gold!

Former Albany Creek swimmer Sam Short, from Bunya, won gold in the 400m, 800m, 1500m and 4x200m freestyle relay.

Warner’s Harrison Turner, who was at Genesis Aquatic, won gold with the 4x100m freestyle, 4x200m freestyle, 4x100m mixed freestyle and 4x100m mixed medley relay teams - and silver in the 200m butterfly.

Former Bribie and Caboolture resident Lakeisha Patterson won the 100m freestyle S9 and Genesis swimmer Kirralee Hayes the 50m freestyle S9, with bronze in the 100m freestyle S13.

Jye Dixon, from All Star Boxing in Lawnton, won the 55kg gold and ex-Morayfield student Caleb Law was in Australia’s victorious 4x100m track relay team.

“To see our City of Moreton Bay athletes compete is a wonderful source of pride for our community,” Mayor Peter Flannery said last Wednesday.

“These athletes have shown extraordinary dedication, determination and talent to reach the Commonwealth Games. Their success is an inspiration to the next generation of athletes across our City.

“Today provides the opportunity for Council to formally acknowledge their level of sporting excellence and thank them for their contribution to our community.

“City of Moreton Bay has an incredible sporting legacy, and Council continues to invest in flagship sporting hubs, local sports clubs and community groups to grow our reputation.

“With the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games on the horizon, it’s exciting to see local athletes already making their mark on the world stage.”