Elevating dreams, empowering our community.
Magpies Community Grants, a beacon of support from Magpies Sporting Club, is here to make a difference. Since its inception in 2022 we’ve proudly granted a total of $121,607.68 cash to talented local athletes and impactful charities!
Our commitment continues in 2025 with financial assistance available four times a year in three inspiring grant categories.
Seize the opportunity by completing the online application form below, refer to notable dates for application periods and eligibility.
The following grants are available under 3 sporting event tiers:
• Queensland sporting event – up to $250 per applicant
• National sporting event – up to $500 per applicant
• International sporting event – up to $1,000 per applicant
Applicants that are eligible to apply for this grant are males who:
• have not received funding from Magpies Community Grants within the past 12 months
• have competed or officiated (as an athlete, coach, referee or scorer) at a representative selection or competitive criteria sporting event – Queensland, National or International. Invitational sporting events are in ineligible
• have participation at the sporting event confirmed by a coach, manager or sports governing body
• are residents of Mackay
• complete and submit the application within 3 months post the sporting event date
Please note: Applicants are limited to one grant application per 12 month period, regardless of the event tier or sporting event. The 12 month period will be calculated from the last date that the successful applicant was awarded to the next application received ate.
The total funding is capped at $1,000 per individual or organisation across all grant categories per calendar year.
Once you have submitted the application, Magpies Sporting Club will assess it against the funding guidelines at their discretion.
Applicants will receive notification of the outcome of their application via phone or email, prior to the date scheduled for the announcement of the winners of that particular quarter. Successful applicants are required to attend the winners morning tea.
The following grants are available under 3 sporting event tiers:
• Queensland sporting event – up to $250 per applicant
• National sporting event – up to $500 per applicant
• International sporting event – up to $1,000 per applicant
Applicants that are eligible to apply for this grant are females who:
• have not received funding from Magpies Community Grants within the past 12 months
• have competed or officiated (as an athlete, coach, referee or scorer) at a representative selection or competitive criteria sporting event – Queensland, National or International. Invitational sporting events are in ineligible
• have participation at the sporting event confirmed by a coach, manager or sports governing body
• are residents of Mackay
• complete and submit the application within 3 months post the sporting event date
Please note: Applicants are limited to one grant application per 12 month period, regardless of the event tier or sporting event. The 12 month period will be calculated from the last date that the successful applicant was awarded to the next application received ate.
The total funding is capped at $1,000 per individual or organisation across all grant categories per calendar year.
Once you have submitted the application, Magpies Sporting Club will assess it against the funding guidelines at their discretion.
Applicants will receive notification of the outcome of their application via phone or email, prior to the date scheduled for the announcement of the winners of that particular quarter. Successful applicants are required to attend the winners morning tea.
The grant will allow up $1,000 in financial assistance per organisation for projects, programs or initiatives.
Charities, groups, social enterprises, schools or organisations:
• have not received funding from Magpies Community Grants within the past 12 months
• whose project, program or initiative will directly benefit the Mackay community
• who are based in Mackay
Projects, programs or initiatives with a charitable purpose can apply for this grant. Examples of the kinds of projects, programs or initiatives that may receive grants include:
• education/training
• emergency systems
• mental health support
• improving infrastructure
• purchase of equipment
• urban greening
• reducing climate risk
Please note: Applicants are limited to one grant application per 12 month period. The 12 month period will be calculated from the last date that the successful applicant was awarded to the next application received ate.
The total funding is capped at $1,000 per individual or organisation across all grant categories per calendar year.
Once you have submitted the application, Magpies Sporting Club will assess it against the funding guidelines at their discretion.
Applicants will receive notification of the outcome of their application via phone or email, prior to the date scheduled for the announcement of the winners of that particular quarter. Successful organisations are required to have a representative attend the winners morning tea.
Note: If your application has been approved, your organisation will receive an approval email that will outline the next steps. If your application is approved and your project/program is scheduled to take place in the future or requires confirmation of other funding, Magpies Sporting Club will credit the successful grant amount upon proof of acquittal on the completion of the project/program.
Applications for Quarter 1 of Magpies Community Grants open 9am Monday 3rd February. Magpies Community Grants, a Magpies Sporting Club initiative – provides financial assistance 4 times a year to winning applicants within 3 grant categories. Applications for Quarter 1 of Magpies Community Grants close Friday 7th March 5pm. Winners for Quarter 1 of Magpies Community Grants will be announced Thursday 3rd April 2025. Applications for Quarter 2 of Magpies Community Grants open 9am Monday 14th April. Magpies Community Grants, a Magpies Sporting Club initiative – provides financial assistance 4 times a year to winning applicants within 3 grant categories. Applications for Quarter 2 of Magpies Community Grants close Friday 16th May 5pm. Winners for Quarter 2 of Magpies Community Grants will be announced Thursday 12th June 2025. Applications for Quarter 3 of Magpies Community Grants open 9am Monday 23rd June. Magpies Community Grants, a Magpies Sporting Club initiative – provides financial assistance 4 times a year to winning applicants within 3 grant categories. Applications for Quarter 3 of Magpies Community Grants close Friday 25th July 5pm. Winners for Quarter 3 of Magpies Community Grants will be announced Thursday 21st August 2025. Applications for Quarter 4 of Magpies Community Grants open 9am Monday 1st September. Magpies Community Grants, a Magpies Sporting Club initiative – provides financial assistance 4 times a year to winning applicants within 3 grant categories. Applications for Quarter 4 of Magpies Community Grants close Friday 3rd October 5pm.
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122 Army Cadet Unit – Upgrade of Emergency Safety Lighting – $800 Grant
Adele Ginns – Gold Stars Satellite Squad – $200 Grant
Adison Byrd – Track & Field National Championships – $400 Grant
Aiden Porter – Track & Field Australian Championships – $450 Grant
Ainsley Carey – Queensland Netball State Championships – $200 Grant
Alexander Tassan – U16 Boys State Softball Championships – $200 Grant
Alley Simpson – U16 National Basketball Championships – $400 Grant
Amarco Doyle – U20 Basketball Mens Nationals – $400 Grant
Amelia Denman – Australian All Schools Athletics Championships – $400 Grant
Andrew Baxter – Softball Open Mens State Championships – $200 Grant
Andrew Baxter – Softball: Mens Open Team State Titles – $200 Grant
Annabelle Brandon – State Netball Titles – $200 Grant
Anneka O’Donnell – QRSS Swimming Championships – $200 Grant
April Denman – Taranaki Anzac Invitational Rink Hockey – $250 Grant
Archie Roney – Basketball QLD Boys State Championships – $300 Grant
Archie Roney – Track and Field: Queensland Schools State Event – $200 Grant
Aria Corrigan – Queensland School State Swimming Championships – $200 Grant
Arjuna Morgan – USA Gymnastics for All GymFest – $500 Grant
Australian Wildlife Rescue Services – Humidicrib for Injured Joey’s – $800 Grant
Ava Corrigan – Queensland School State Swimming Championships – $200 Grant
Ava Pearl – Irish Dance at AIDA Qld State Championships – $200 Grant
Beau Secher – Auscycling BMX National Championships – $400 Grant
Belinda Rule – Australian Athletics Championships – $300 Grant
Ben Eggleton – U15 National Hockey Championships – $450 Grant
Blake Potter – ASB Futsal Tournament – $700 Grant
Boyd Baxter – U14 Queensland Softball State Titles – $200 Grant
Brandon Matthews – U16 Softball State Championships – $200 Grant
Breanna Kelleher – Brisbane City Youth Ballet – $200 Grant
Broken Ballerina – Domestic Violence Event – $1,000 Grant
Bucasia State School – Cricket Pitch Maintenance – $500 Grant
Caleb Cassells – Basketball State Championship – $200 Grant
Casina King – USA Gymnastics for All GymFest – $500 Grant
Charlie Wiggins – Football Queensland State Junior Cup – $200 Grant
Charlotte McGuinness – Netball QLD Senior State Age Championships – $200 Grant
Chloe Lebeter – Speedway Sedans: National Titles – $450 Grant
Chloe Potter – AASCF Cheer Battles, State & Nationals – $400 Grant
Chris Martin – Hockey Australian Masters Teams World Cup – $500 Grant
Claire Denman – Taranaki Anzac Invitational Rink Hockey – $250 Grant
Coby Hughes – U14 North QLD Junior Basketball Competition – $400 Grant
Cody McCall – Queensland Sprint Swimming Championships – $200 Grant
Community Accommodation & Support Agency – Christmas Drive Food – $800 Grant
Crossroad Arts – Auslan Interpreters – $787 Grant
Dakota Daniel – QRSS Swimming Championships – $200 Grant
Danielle Jones – Indoor Cricket: Australian Indoor Cricket Masters – $450 Grant
Darcy Cabassi – National Youth Touch Championships – $400 Grant
David Garnham – Basketball: U18 Div 1 State Championships – $200 Grant
Declan Garnham – U16 National Basketball Championships – $400 Grant
Dragons Softball Club – Junior Development Program – $450 Grant
Dylan Secher – BMX World Championships – $800 Grant
Ebony Temple – National U15 Outdoor Hockey – $400 Grant
Eden Falconer – Qld Secondary School State Touch Football Championships – $200 Grant
Eimeo Surf Life Saving Club – Foam Nipper Boards – $500 Grant
Element YTH – Youth Camp 2023 – $300 Grant
Eliana Ness – U12 Girls National AFL – $400 Grant
Elizabeth Lee – Australian Athletics Championships – Women’s Heptathlon – $400 Grant
Elizabeth Lee – Track & Field Australian Championships – $450 Grant
Ella Bounden – Swimming: State Championships – $450 Grant
Ella Francis – Basketball: North Qld Junior Basketball Competition – $200 Grant
Ellie Marsh – Track and Field: Queensland Schools State Event – $450 Grant
Emma Widdup – Table Tennis: Australian Veterans – $200 Grant
Emmett Counsell – Softball State Championships – $200 Grant
Emmi Burgess – Netball State Championships – $200 Grant
Ethan Bachmann – Tenpin Bowling Australia National Junior Championship – $400 Grant
Ethan Weiss – Queensland Mountain Bike Championships – $200 Grant
Farleigh State School P&C – School Swimming Lessons Bus Hire – $500 Grant
Felicity Harris – U15 State School AFL Championship – $200 Grant
Felicity Harris – U15 State School Girls AFL Championship – $200 Grant
Finley Philbin – U14 Boys State Basketball Championships – $200 Grant
Finley Philbin – Basketball State Championships – $200 Grant
Flynn Godfrey – Junior Age Division Golf Championships – $200 Grant
Flynn Godfrey – Australian Junior Age Division Golf Championships – $450 Grant
Flynn Steindl – National Boys U15 Outdoor Hockey – $400 Grant
Flynn Steindl – U18 Men Indoor Hockey State & National Championships – $500 Grant
George Street Neighbourhood Centre – Community Garden – $1,000 Grant
Georgia Rye – Hockey State Titles – $200 Grant
Georgia Rye – U15 Queensland Hockey State Program – $200 Grant
Glenella State School P&C – Defibrillator Contribution – $1,000 Grant
Glenella State School – Fundraising Trivia Night – $500 Grant
Glenella State School – Fundraising – $500 Grant
Gorga Randell – QLD School Sport U13-U19 State Cricket Championships – $200 Grant
Habana Rural Fire Service – Equipment Upgrade – $500 Grant
Haiden Mellifont – National Mens U18 Outdoor Hockey – $400 Grant
Haiden Mellifont – National U18 Men’s Hockey Championships – $400 Grant
Hamiora Borchardt – Capricornia Basketball Side – $200 Grant
Hana Taare – Qld State Golf Championship – $200 Grant
Hannah Ness – Queensland School Sport Swimming – $200 Grant
Hanni Steindl – Basketball: Womens National Basketball League – $450 Grant
Harper Shields – QRSS State Touch Football Championships – $200 Grant
Harper Shields – QLD State Touch Football Championship U12 – $200 Grant
Harry Copley – Queensland School Football Championship U13-U16- $200 Grant
Hayden Rye – U16 Boys Basketball State Championships – $200 Grant
Hayley Colless – Athletics Australia Track and Field Championships – $400 Grant
Hayley Colless – National Schools Track & Field Championships – $400 Grant
Hayley Colless – Track and Field: Queensland Athletic Championships – $200 Grant
Headspace – Teen Mental Health First Aid Training $1,000 Grant
Heartkids Limited – Two Feet and a Heartbeat Walk – $500 Grant
Hibiscus Coast Scouts – 2023 Adventurous Activities Training – $500 Grant
Homebush State School P & C – Fundraising – $200 Grant
Hula Day – Global Youth Sevens Rugby Union – $500 Grant
Indiana Brough – Gold Coast Suns AFL U18 Academy – $200 Grant
Isabel Eggleton – U13 National Indoor Hockey Championships – $400 Grant
Isabella Cummins – Irish Dancing: World Championships – $800 Grant
Isabella Cummins – WIDA World Irish Championships – $400 Grant
Isabella Grant – Queensland Youth Championships Surf Life Saving – $200 Grant
Isabella Piper – Capricornia U12 Girls Rugby League State Team – $200 Grant
Isabella Webb – Australian All Schools Championships (Track) – $300 Grant
Issac Quartly– School Sports Australia Boys U12 Hockey Championship – $400 Grant
Izabella Wills – Australian MC & Age Swimming Championship – $400 Grant
Jack Kearines – Queensland Mens Hockey U18 State Championship – $200 Grant
Jackson Birch – Hancock Queensland State Sprint Swimming Championships – $200 Grant
Jacob Cockayne – Borneo Futsal Cup – $750 Grant
Jade Bounden – Queensland Sprint Swimming Championships – $200 Grant
Jade Bounden – Swimming: RHMC Queensland Sprint Championships – $450 Grant
Jake Pettigrew – Queensland School Football Championship U13-U16 – $200 Grant
James Allen – Australian Schools Softball National Championship – $400 Grant
James Galea – Track & Field Australian Championships – $400 Grant
Jasper Godfrey – Junior Age Division Golf Championships – $200 Grant
Jasper Godfrey – Australian Age Division Junior Golf Championship – $600 Grant
Jasper Godfrey – Australian Junior Age Division Golf Championships – $450 Grant
Jaxon Maluga – Softball Australia National U14 Boys – $400 Grant
Jaxon Maluga – U16 National Softball Boys Championships – $400 Grant
Jaxon Maluga – Under 16 Boys State Softball Championships – $200 Grant
Jillian Moffat – Pony Club Queensland State Dressage Championships – $200 Grant
Jordan Hollywood – U16 Boys Basketball State Championships – $200 Grant
Juanita Barkee – Australian Darts Nationals Championships – $400 Grant
Just Keep Marching: Auspiced by RSLA Mackay Branch – Raise Awareness for Veteran Homelessness – $500 Grant
Kaiden Neilsen – Australian School Sport Swimming Championships – $400 Grant
Kaiden Neilsen – Swimming: QLD Sprint Championships – $200 Grant
Kalyan Youth Services – First Aid Kits – $500 Grant
Kayce Hoani-Vincent – Athletics Australia Track and Field Championships – $400 Grant
Kayce Hoani-Vincent – Squash at Qld Secondary Schools Trans Tasman Exchange – $250 Grant
Kayce Hoani-Vincent – Track and Field: National Schools Track and Field Event – $450 Grant
Kayden O’Brien – Barcelona International Futsal Tour – $500 Grant
Keeva Mohan – Indoor Cricket Nationals – $400 Grant
Keeva Mohan – Indoor Cricket: U18 State Team – $450 Grant
Keeva Mohan – WICF Indoor Cricket Junior World Series – $500 Grant
Kiara McNoulty – Taranaki Anzac Invitational Rink Hockey – $250 Grant
Kidney Support Network – Equipment – $500 Grant
Kiran Walpole – U16 National Hockey Championships – $400 Grant
Kirsty Hoani – Australian All Schools Athletics Championships – $250 Grant
Kirsty Hoani – Squash: Queensland Team State Event – $200 Grant
Knox Taylor – Rugby Union State Championships – $200 Grant
Kristen Rowlands – Cross Duathlon at National Multisport Festival – $400 Grant
Kucom Theatre Inc – Stage Lighting- $1,000 Grant
Lacey Howarth – School Sports 13-19 years Track & Field – $200 Grant
Lani Minster – Capricornia Girls Australian Football State Championship – $200 Grant
Lauren Shields – QSS U11 Netball State Championships – $200 Grant
Leila Menso – Netball Queensland Junior State Age Titles – $200 Grant
Leo Godfrey – Junior Age Division Golf Championships – $200 Grant
Leo McGuinness – QLD Touch Football Junior State Cup – $200 Grant
Liana Herrington – Australian Junior Athletics Championships – $400 Grant
Liana Herrington – Pole Vault – Qld State School Championships – $200 Grant
Lillian Newland – Senior State Age Netball – $200 Grant
Lily Philbin – U16 Girls Basketball State Championships – $200 Grant
Lochie Roney – U12 Basketball Queensland Boys State Championships – $200 Grant
Mack PopCon – Towards 2022 Pop Culture Convention – $1,000 Grant
Mackay and District Mountain Bike Club – Jigsaw Jumps – $500 Grant
Mackay Animal Rescue Society – Crate Training Foster Puppies – $700 Grant
Mackay Chamber Music Festival – Music Festival – $500 Grant
Mackay Cyclones Swimming Club – Uniform – $800 Grant
Mackay Gymnastics – Equipment for special needs & U5’s – $985.60 Grant
Mackay Hawks Softball – Protective equipment and player equipment – $1,000 Grant
Mackay Kennel Club – Office Equipment – $500 Grant
Mackay Mens Shed – Automated External Defibrillator – $1,000 Grant
Mackay Northern Beaches SHS – Football Goals for Development Program – $1,000 Grant
Mackay Northern Beaches State High School – Townsville Special Education Program Challenge Games – $500 Grant
Mackay PCYC – Bikes for Bike Education – $500 Grant
Mackay Pet Rescue – Cat Net Enclosures – $600 Grant
Mackay Pet Rescue – Equipment purchase of soft crates for rescue animals – $1,000 Grant
Mackay Rainbow Pride – Equipment – $300 Grant
Mackay Surf Life Saving Club – First Aid Equipment – $500 Grant
Mackay Surf Life Saving Club – iPad & Case for Training – $613 Grant
Mackay Surf Lifesaving Club – First Aid Kits & First Aid Training Manuals – $500 Grant
Mackay Swimming Academy – Accommodation for Great Barrier Swim Meet – $1,000 Grant
Mackay Swimming Academy – Great Barrier Reef Swim Meet 50th Anniversary – $500 Grant
Mackay Wanderers Football Club – Shade Structures – $1,000 Grant
Mackenzie Allen– Open Women’s QLD Softball State Championship – $200 Grant
Mackenzie Neilsen – Swimming: QRSS Championships – $200 Grant
Mackenzie Nielsen – Australian School Sport Swimming Championships – $400 Grant
Mackenzie Rumpf – Softball State Championships – $200 Grant
Madison Malagueno – Aquathlon/Swimming/Surf Lifesaving: State Events – $200 Grant
Madison Malagueno – School Sport National Swimming Competition – $400 Grant
Magenta Newland – U14 State Basketball Championships – $200 Grant
Makenna Malagueno – QLD School Sport Swimming Championships – $200 Grant
Mark Cottingham – Blackball Pool Association National Championships – $400 Grant
Marli Ferrington – Equitation and Show Jumping: State Event – $200 Grant
Mason Muscat – QRSS State Touch Football Championships – $200 Grant
Matilda Wiggins – U15 Qld Cricket State Championships – $400 Grant
Matthew Ghanakan – Australian Futsal Association Barcelona Futsal Tour – $500 Grant
Max Vernon – Australian Surf Lifesaving Championships – $400 Grant
Mia Mallett – Futsal: 14/15 National Selection – $500 Grant
Mikayla Webb – Australian All Schools Championships (Track) – $300 Grant
Mikayla Webb – Australian Track and Field Championship – $400 Grant
Miley Barrow – Athletics Australia Track and Field Championships – $200 Grant
Miley Barrow – U14 Softball Regional Championships – $400 Grant
Millie Mounsey – Queensland Irish Dance State Championships – $200 Grant
Miranda Cassells – U18 Basketball State Championships – $200 Grant
Mischa Dinsdale – Netball State Titles – $200 Grant
Misty Halls – Australian Ballet School & Qld Ballet Academy – $400 Grant
Mitchell Hope – U13 Boys Indoor Hockey National Championships – $400 Grant
MNBHS Stingers HPV Kart Racing Team – STEM Challenge – $500 Grant
Montana Townley – Swimming: Queensland Sprint Championships – $200 Grant
Natalie Dillon – Softball QLD Masters – $200 Grant
Nate McKinnon – Australian Surf Lifesaving Championships – $450 Grant
Nate Potter – National School Futsal Championships – $400 Grant
Nate Wales – Hockey Australia Boys U13 Indoor Cup – $400 Grant
Noah Porter – Track & Field Australian Championships – $450 Grant
Northview State School P&C – Casino Night Fundraiser – $500 Grant
Oliver Rule – Australian Cross Country Championship – $400 Grant
Olivia Jasch – USA Gymnastics for All GymFest – $500 Grant
Olivia Knight – Queensland Highland Dancing Championships – $400 Grant
Oriana Morgan – USA Gymnastics for All GymFest – $500 Grant
Parker Coleman – U14 Div 1 Basketball Nationals – $200 Grant
Pascoe Gould – QLD Representative School Sport (Football) – $200 Grant
Peyton Barrow – Under 16’s State Softball Championships – $200 Grant
Phoenix Place – Defibrillator – $1,000 Grant
Pioneer Catchment and Landcare – Laptop – $896 Grant
Pioneer Community Pre-School & Kindergarten – Cubby House upgrades – $1,000 Grant
Pioneer Potters – Garden Equipment – $500 Grant
Pioneer Valley Mens Shed – Power Tools – $1,000 Grant
Queensland Justices Association – Training – $300 Grant
Ralph Traeger – Queensland School Sport Swimming – $200 Grant
Rebecca Symons – QLD Netball School Sport Championships – $200 Grant
Robert Pendleton – World Eightball Pool Championships – $700 Grant
Roscoe McDonnell – Track & Road Asian Pacific Masters Games – $500 Grant
Rosey Cameron – Indo Pacific Cup Karate Championships – $700 Grant
Ryan Phelan – Australian Futsal Association Barcelona Futsal Tour – $500 Grant
Ryder Bauchanan – Junior State Cup North Touch Football – $200 Grant
Sam Riggs – National Mens U18 Outdoor Hockey – $400 Grant
Sangwani Chinula – Queensland Rugby Union State Championships – $200 Grant
Sangwani Chinula – Rugby League National Championships – $400 Grant
Sangwani Chinula – Rugby Union: U13 State Championships – $200 Grant
Sarah Purnell – Irish Dancing: Australian Event – $450 Grant
Sarah Purnell – World Irish Dancing Association World Championships – $500 Grant
Sarina Pony Club Incorporated – Kitchen Upgrade – $850 Grant
Sherry Harvey – Basketball QLD State Championships – $200 Grant
Sienna Hume – QLD Sprints Swimming Championships – $200 Grant
Skye Howarth – School Sports Cross Country – $200 Grant
Skye Nicolson – U13 National Hockey Championships – $400 Grant
Sophie Stubbs – Queensland Surf Lifesaving Youth Championships – $200 Grant
St Helens Beach Progress Association – Outdoor Entertainment Package – $709.49 Grant
St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School – Play Equipment Upgrade – $300 Grant
St Mary’s Netball Club – Equipment – $966.59 Grant
Stevie Sinock – USA Gymnastics for All GymFest – $500 Grant
Tahlee Keane – Irish Dancing: World Championships – $800 Grant
Taj Goodwin – U16 Boys Basketball State Championships – $200 Grant
Tamika Ness – Queensland School Sport Swimming – $200 Grant
Tamlyn Evans – Washington DC Tartan Day – Highland Dancing – $500 Grant
Teen Shed Mackay – Boot Camp Education – $500 Grant
Teuila Tuugavao Soe – U11 Rugby League State Championship – $200 Grant
The Neighbourhood Hub – Upkeep & Maintenance of Centres – $500 Grant
Thomas Henderson – National Age Swimming Championships – $400 Grant
Tighe Mohan – U16 Softball Carnival – $200 Grant
Toby Rule – 800m & 1500m Running QSAC Brisbane – $200 Grant
Toby Rule – Little Athletics Queensland State Championships – $200 Grant
Toby Rule – Track and Field: Australian Schools National Event – $450 Grant
Tori Minster – Gymnastics WAG Senior State Championship Level 7-10 – $400 Grant
Tori Minster – Gymnastics: WAG Senior State Championships – $200 Grant
Vienna Manion – USA Gymnastics for All GymFest – $500 Grant
Wenlock Gould – FQ Academy State Championships – $200 Grant
Whitsunday Voices Youth Literature Festival – Travel Subsidy – $1,000 Grant
Whitsunday Voices Youth Literature Festival – Travel – $1,000 Grant
Whitsunday Voices Youth Literature Festival – Youth Literature Festival – $1,000 Grant
Wildlife Care Mackay Inc – Equipment Repairs – $450 Grant
Woodley Gould – Chess Qld State Championships – $200 Grant
Wyatt Mollbhagen – Ninja Parc: Nationals Qualification – $200 Grant
Xanthie Walsh – Netball Junior State Age – $200 Grant
YIRS One Stop Youth Shop Inc – Assist with weekly lunches – $500 Grant
YIRS One Stop Youth Shop – Education – $500 Grant
Zeph Buchanan – QRSS State Football State Championships – $200 Grant
Zoe Nicholson – U12 Girls Hockey State Championships – $200 Grant
Help us help the community: When you become a new Magpies member, on your behalf we donate $2 from every membership to a community based organisation of your choice: CQ Rescue, Grapevine Group, Ronald McDonald Family Room Mackay or Kidney Support Network.
Every time you visit our club it helps us, help the community. Join or renew your Magpies membership now.
Help us help the community: When you become a new Magpies member, on your behalf we donate $2 from every membership to a community based organisation of your choice: CQ Rescue, Grapevine Group, Ronald McDonald Family Room Mackay or Kidney Support Network.
Every time you visit our club it helps us, help the community. Join or renew your Magpies membership now.
Congratulations to Aurelie Heward, who was a recent recipient of the Q4 Time to Shine Women in Sport Magpies Grant! 🏀
Aurelie has been passionate about basketball since she started playing at just five years old. For the past three years, she has represented Mackay in basketball competitions, and 2024 marks her first year as part of the Mackay Meteorettes Division 1 basketball team.
The season spans five months, featuring competitions across North Queensland, culminating in the state championships in Brisbane. A standout moment in Aurelie`s journey was attending the Under-12 Basketball Queensland State Championships in Zillmere, where her team proudly placed 3rd in Division One, earning a medal—an incredible achievement!
The community grant has helped Aurelie and her family with the cost of travel to and from the event, and accommodation over the 4 days of the competition.
Well done, Aurelie! We wish you well in your future basketball endeavours!
#MagpiesCommunity #WomenInSport #MagpiesCommunityGrants
Jan 8
Congratulations to the dynamic sister duo, Peyton and Miley Barrow, on their incredible achievement and winning a Time to Shine Women in Sport Grant! ⚾️
Selected from players across Australia and New Zealand, Peyton and Miley represented the Aussie Drop Bears U16 Softball team at the World Series in Florence, Alabama, USA, where their team achieved an impressive 2nd place finish.
Peyton was awarded Best Batter for the U16s, and both sisters earned a spot on the prestigious Golden Glove Team.
The Magpies Community Grant has helped support their families with the costs of international flights, accommodation, team levies, and uniforms.
Congratulations again, Peyton and Miley! What an outstanding accomplishment—we can’t wait to see what’s next for you both!
#TimeToShine #WomenInSport #MagpiesCommunity #magpiescommunitygrants
Dec 16
Congratulations to Tate Maddison-Stanton on recently winning a Magpies Local Sporting Champion Grant! 🎉⚽
Tate has only been playing futsal for a year but has already proven to be an exceptional goalkeeper, excelling not only in futsal but also in his club soccer team. After competing in the local schools futsal competition, Tate was invited to join the Mackay City United U10s team for the National Tournament in Brisbane. His team, MCU White, put on a fantastic performance, winning five of their six round games and making it to the semi-finals before being knocked out by the eventual runners-up.
Tate`s standout performance as a goalkeeper during the tournament earned him a spot on the Australian U11 team, which will tour the Philippines next year. The Magpies Grant has assisted his family to help cover some expenses like registration fee and fuel costs for travel to Brisbane and the competition venue.
Congratulations again, Tate—what an incredible achievement! We can`t wait to see what’s next for you! #MagpiesCommunity #LocalSportingChampion #MagpiesCommunityGrants
Dec 12
A Time to Shine - Women in Sport Magpies Grant has been awarded to a talented local athlete, Lainey Walker.
Lainey earned a spot on the Mackay District Hockey team and advanced to the Capricornia Trials in Rockhampton, where she was selected to compete at the inaugural School Sport Australia Games on the Gold Coast. Throughout the championships, Lainey played in a series of two games most days, culminating in a finals series. She felt her skills improved significantly over the course of the competition, and her coach was pleased with her contributions. Her team went on to win the gold medal match, securing the title of National Champions.
Well done Lainey!
#MagpiesCommunity #WomenInSport #MagpiesCommunityGrants
Dec 9
The Time to Shine - Women In Sport Grant has been given to a local talented sporting champion. Congratulations to Melissa Parter.🏏
Melissa participated in the National Masters Indoor Cricket Championship in Perth May 2024 representing Qld and was selected to play for Australia in September 2024 in Sri Lanka at World Series.
In 2024, Melissa has taken on multiple roles within the team, contributing as a keeper, bowler, and batter. Despite a strong showing in Perth, the team narrowly missed securing a top-two finish for a shot at the Grand Final. She has now been selected to represent Australia in the Women`s Over-30s squad at the World Series in Sri Lanka.
Being a self funded sport, to attend and participate Nationals in Perth May 2024, the Magpies Community Grant has assisted Melissa with the cost of attending this event including, travel and accommodation etc. Well done Melissa, we wish you all the best with your future cricket endeavours!
#TimeToShine #WomenInSport #MagpiesCommunity #MagpiesCommunityGrants
Dec 7
Congratulations to the talented sibling duo, Kyron and Jasmine Single, on receiving both the Time to Shine - Women in Sport Grant and the Local Sporting Champion Grant!⭐️
Kyron plays soccer for the Magpies U11 Black, training weekly, and also enjoys cricket during the off-season. Recently, he joined his school futsal team at St. Joseph`s, competing in a day-long tournament against other schools. His performance earned him a spot on the Northern QLD team for Nationals in Brisbane this September.
Jasmine dedicates 16 hours each week to Gymnastics training and competes in six events each year. While one event is held locally in Mackay, the other five require traveling over 385 km each to locations like Townsville, Yeppoon, Gladstone, Brisbane, and the Sunshine Coast. This year, Jasmine and her teammates even fundraised to compete in New Zealand, gaining valuable international experience. With a deep passion for gymnastics, Jasmine’s commitment to the sport is unwavering, and support is especially appreciated to help cover travel expenses for these competitions.
Congratulations once again to Kyron and Jasmine on their impressive achievements! We wish them continued success in their sports journeys!
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Dec 2
Congratulations to talented local athlete Millie Mounsey, recipient of the "A Time to Shine - Women in Sport" Magpies Grant! 💃
Millie has competed in numerous local and state Irish dancing competitions, and this year marked her first international appearance at the Australian International Oireachtas in Tweed Heads.
Her dedication was evident in the countless hours spent practicing both in and outside of class. This rigorous event required her to perform in two rounds, and from 30 dancers, only 15 were recalled for the third round. Millie made the cut and delivered a strong performance, ultimately placing 9th overall—a fantastic achievement for her international debut!
Thanks to the Magpies Community Grant, travel expenses, including flights to Brisbane, a rental car, accommodation, and competition fees, were made a little more manageable. Well done, Millie!
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Nov 24
Congratulations to Roco Zambelli on winning a Magpies Local Sporting Champion Grant! 🏃♂️
Roco began playing with the Mackay Touch Association in 2020 and quickly advanced to join the Mackay Thunder representative side, starting in the U10s and now competing in the U12s. This year, he was selected for the Mackay School Capricornia team, earning a bronze state medal and receiving three Player of the Match awards during the state competition. Roco`s talent also led to his selection for the North Queensland Cyclones team, competing in a national event in Coffs Harbour, NSW. Although the tournament was cut short by rain after day two, Roco impressed with three tries and contributed to his team’s wins.
The Magpies Grant has been invaluable, helping cover travel expenses for Roco’s busy year of competitions and training. This included trips to Rockhampton for a five-day event, multiple training weekends in Townsville, and the national event in Coffs Harbour. From fuel and flights to accommodation and meals, the support has made a difference in this rewarding and eventful year.
Congratulations again Roco, on a fantastic touch season!
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Nov 22
A Local Sporting Champion Grant has been awarded to a talented sportsman, congratulations Heath Cruchshank!
Heath`s journey to becoming a true Mackay Local Sporting Champion reflects his dedication, hard work, and sacrifices as part of the Australian Team. Despite his natural shyness, Heath has dominated the outrigging scene since 2018, proving himself an exceptional athlete in his age group. He’s also a skilled surfski paddler and volunteer Surf Life Guide, enhancing his understanding of the ocean and outrigging.
In November 2023, Heath`s talents shone at the National Sprint Championships at Kawana Waters, where he earned the chance to compete for Australia in two categories. His rigorous training at high-performance camps on the Gold Coast led him to secure spots as an individual paddler in his age group and on the men’s elite team for paddlers under 40—an outstanding achievement given Heath is over 40.
The expenses which Heath accumulated to proudly represent Australia at the IVF World Sprint Championships include round-trip international airfares from Mackay to Hawaii, as well as a 10-day stay in accommodation. The necessity for such a lengthy stay was a result of my participation in multiple races, spanning from heats to preliminary finals, semifinals, and ultimately, the grand finals. With a multitude of age groups and countries competing at this prestigious event, the competition was fierce, and the schedule was jam-packed. Thanks to Magpies Community Grants, Heath was able to receive some financial assistance to help go towards the cost to attend this event. Congratulations Heath, we wish you all the best for the future!
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Nov 13
Magpies Community Grants, a beacon of support from Magpies Sporting Club has just awarded $12,100 in cash grants to talented local athletes and impactful charities at our Q4 winners morning tea. Congraulations to all! Photos yet to come. Magpies Community Grants will commence again in February next year. #MagpiesCommunityGrants #MagpiesCommunity #MackayGrants #SportingGrants #CommunityGrants
Nov 13
Congratulations to siblings Lauren and Harper Shields, two local champions who received the Time to Shine - Women in Sport Grant and the Local Sporting Champion Grant!
Lauren, the youngest on her U12 A netball team, earned a spot on the Mackay U11 team earlier this year. After trialling for the U11 Capricornia team in Sarina, she trained with teammates from across the region in Rockhampton before competing at the State Championships, where they finished 4th among regional teams. The experience taught her valuable skills and was a highlight in her development.
Harper also had a standout year, competing at the QRSS State Touch Championships in April. Dedicated to improving, he plays for both his school and local teams, seizing every opportunity to trial and train. Making the Capricornia team was a significant achievement, and Harper is committed to the travel, training, and preparation needed for this level of competition.
Congratulations to Lauren and Harper on their impressive accomplishments in their chosen sports!
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Nov 10
Congratulations to Ava and Aria Corrigan, two talented local sporting champions, who have been awarded a Time to Shine - Women in Sport grant! 🏊♀️
This year, Ava represented the Capricornia Region at the QLD School Swimming Championships, competing in four individual events: 100m Breaststroke, 50m Breaststroke, 50m Freestyle, and the 200m Individual Medley, as well as two team relays. Highlights included her 14th-place finish in the 100m Breaststroke and 12th in the 200IM. With daily training, Ava is determined to attend her first State Championships next year, already having achieved qualifying times.
Ariah also represented the Capricornia Region, competing in the 100m and 200m Breaststroke events and placing in the top 20 statewide. Her commitment includes training five days a week and competing to earn a spot on the regional team again next year.
Thanks to the Magpies Sporting Club Community Grant the girls received financial support to assist with the cost of accommodation, and uniforms for the state championships. Wishing Ava and Ariah continued success in their swimming journeys!
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Nov 4
Congratulations to Zeph Buchanan! 🏆
We`re thrilled to celebrate Zeph, recipient of the Magpies Local Sporting Champion Grant! This April, he earned a spot in the QRSS 17-19 Years Boys Football State Championships—a major milestone in his football journey. Competing at this level elevated Zeph`s game, boosting his skills and confidence.
His journey leading up to this achievement was equally remarkable, scoring in every Division 2 game and netting two goals on his Reserve Grade debut before making his Premier League debut later that evening. Lions President Josh Gerrard highlighted that Zeph, at just 16, was the first to debut on the field (not just the bench) in both Reserve and Premier League on the same night—a standout feat with only a year of football experience. Zeph`s impressive showing at the Championships secured him a spot in the Lions Premier League.
With a goal to go professional, Zeph faces every challenge head-on and strives to excel in all his sports endeavours. His commitment since 2011 spans both playing and officiating, shaping his growth in sports.
His 2024 football achievements include:
QRSS 17-19yrs Boys Football State Championship
NQ Team Selection for Futsal Nationals, Sept 2024
MDSS Rep Open Boys, Gladstone
Lions Club Div 1 / Reserve / FQ Premier League
Whitsundays School Futsal Titles Open B, 2nd Place
Mackay Interschool Football WAS Open B (Grand Final, 23/7)
Congratulations Zeph, we wish you all the very best!
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Oct 27
Congratulations to Zoe Nicholson, a talented local sporting champion, has been awarded the Time to Shine - Women in Sport grant!
Zoe was successfully selected in the Capricorn team for both 2024 and 2023, as well as representing Mackay in the U14 team and competing in the U12 girls` hockey state championship in Ipswich. The support from Magpies Sporting Club Community Grant has helped to cover the costs of travel, accommodation, and uniforms for Zoe and her family. We wish you every success in your future hockey endeavours!
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Oct 20
Congratulations to Glenella State School P&C on successfully securing a Magpies Thriving Community Grant! ❤️
Located in Mackay and operating for an impressive 145 years, Glenella State School is home to 225 students and maintains a close-knit, family-oriented atmosphere. The P&C works tirelessly to support the school through various fundraising events each year. Their current goal is to raise funds for a defibrillator to enhance the safety of both students and the wider community.
Magpies is proud to contribute to this important cause and assist in making their project a reality.
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Oct 13
Congratulations to talented sportsman Matthew Ghanakan, who has been awarded a Magpies Local Sporting Champion Grant!
Matthew has been playing football (soccer) since the age of five. At around seven, he discovered futsal as a way to stay active during the football off-season. Since then, he has competed in both local and school futsal competitions, which led to his selection to represent Mackay at the 2023 National School Futsal Championship in Brisbane.
It was at this event that Matthew earned the incredible opportunity to represent Australia in Barcelona. With the help of the Magpies Community Grant, he received much-needed support to help cover the costs of travel and accommodation for the Australian Futsal Association Barcelona Futsal Tour.
Magpies wishes Matthew continued success in his future futsal endeavours!
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Oct 11
🏃♀️ The Time to Shine - Women In Sport Grant has been given to a local talented sporting champion. Congratulations to Vienna Manion.
Vienna and her TeamGym team were selected to compete in the USA after the Mackay Gymnastics team won gold at the National Clubs Carnival on the Gold Coast in 2023.
They won gold in the international section and also joined the NSW team in the Gym for Life Challenge, won gold and received the highest score overall!
Congratulations to Vienna and her team! The support from the Magpies Sporting Club will assist Vienna`s family with the cost associated with travel and registration fee`s.
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Oct 5
Congratulations to Heartkids Limited on successfully securing a Magpies Thriving Community Grant! ❤️
HeartKids is the leading charity supporting Childhood-onset Heart Disease (CoHD), which includes Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) the most prevalent disorder in newborns, and other heart conditions that develop during childhood such as Rhematic Heart Disease (RHD) and Kawasaki Disease.
Each year they hold a Two Feet and A Heartbeat Walk. The charity twilight walk will be a 4km walk around the Mackay Goose ponds on October 13th. Upon finishing the walk participants are able to commute together and enjoy the afternoon full of family friendly activities including face painting, sensory circus show and BBQ run by our local rotary club. This time gives families an opportunity to connect with one another and engage with their fellow members of the community that are also impacted by CoHD, including extended families and peer support.
Magpies is thrilled to offer financial assistance to help support their upcoming event!
For more information about Magpies Community Grants and how to apply, please visit www.magpiesmackay.com.au/community-grants.
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Sep 29
Congratulations to Ryan Phelan for receiving a Local Sporting Champion Grant from Magpies Community Grants! ⚽️
Ryan competed in the National School Futsal Championships in Brisbane in Sept 2023. He was selected in the International Tour team to travel to Barcelona in June this year. Ryan participated in daily training with a Spanish coach selected by the Australian Futsal Association and participated in a 2-day futsal tournament competing against futsal teams from around Spain.
Thanks to the Magpies Grant, Ryan`s family received help to cover some costs in attending the international event which included travel, accommodation and food.
For more details about Magpies Community Grants and to apply, please visit www.magpiesmackay.com.au/community-grants.
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Sep 25
🏃♀️ The Time to Shine - Women In Sport Grant has been given to a local talented sporting champion. Congratulations to Hula Day.
Hula is an active member of the Slade Point Rugby Union Women`s team and the Mackay Stingers Rugby Union team. She regularly travels to Moranbah, Bowen, and Airlie Beach to compete with these teams. In June, Hula represented the U18s CQ Bushrangers Team in the Queensland Country Rugby Union competition in Rockhampton, which was a valuable experience playing against strong athletes from across the state.
Hula is deeply passionate about rugby union and her local rugby community. She coaches and umpires junior games regularly, having completed the Touch 7s referee smart tackle program and a Rugby 7s coaching skills course. Hula`s goal is to continue developing her refereeing skills with the aspiration of officiating games throughout Australia. Outside of playing, Hula also coaches with Apex Athletics Academy and for Mackay Christian College school competitions.
She is excited about the opportunity to compete against players from around the world at the upcoming Global 7s competition in Auckland, and the support from the Magpies Sporting Club will assist with the cost associated with travel and registration fee`s.
Congratulations Hula! ⭐️
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