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 $130,007.68 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 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 – All Schools Track & Field Australian Championships – $400 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
Amali Paganoni – Hockey Australia Women’s U18 Indoor 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
Aston Paganoni – Hockey Australia Boys U16 Indoor Championships – $400 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
Carter Hayes – Australian Futsal Association – $800 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
Disabled Sport & Rec Mackay – Training Sessions for NWBL Players – $500 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
Engedi – Accessible Garden – $500 Grant
Ethan Bachmann – Tenpin Bowling Australia National Junior Championship – $400 Grant
Ethan Weiss – Queensland Mountain Bike Championships – $200 Grant
Evie Grace – U16 Girls Softball National Championship – $400 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 – Basketball State Championships – $200 Grant
Finley Philbin – U14 Boys State Basketball Championships – $200 Grant
Flynn Godfrey – Australian Junior Age Division Golf Championships – $450 Grant
Flynn Godfrey – Junior Age Division Golf Championships – $200 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 – Fundraising – $500 Grant
Glenella State School – Fundraising Trivia Night – $500 Grant
Glenella State School P&C – Defibrillator Contribution – $1,000 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 – QLD State Touch Football Championship U12 – $200 Grant
Harper Shields – QRSS State Touch Football Championships – $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
Izsak Barbeler – Hockey Australia Indoor U14 Championships – $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 – Australian Age Division Junior Golf Championship – $600 Grant
Jasper Godfrey – Australian Junior Age Division Golf Championships – $450 Grant
Jasper Godfrey – Junior Age Division Golf Championships – $200 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 – All Schools National Championship – Athletics Pole Vault – $400 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
Lives Lived Well – Day Program Gardening Supplies – $500 Grant
Lochie Roney – U12 Basketball Queensland Boys State Championships – $200 Grant
Lucas Appleton – QRSS 10-12 Years Boys Cricket Championships – $200 Grant
Lucy Wiggins – Queensland Junior Cricket State Championship Northern Hub Carnival – $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 Men’s Shed – Replacement Saw – $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 Davies – Inline National Championships – $400 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
Oren Byrd – All Schools Track & Field Australian 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
Pascoe Gould – Queensland Chess Inter-School State Finals – $200 Grant
Patrick Davies – Inline National Championships – $400 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
Road Accident Action Group – Work Out Visibly – Be Seen, Be Safe – $500 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 – Community Impact Project – $500 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
Wenlock Gould – Queensland Chess Inter-School State Finals – $200 Grant
Whitsunday Voices Youth Literature Festival – Travel – $1,000 Grant
Whitsunday Voices Youth Literature Festival – Travel Subsidy – $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 – Education – $500 Grant
YIRS One Stop Youth Shop Inc – Assist with weekly lunches – $500 Grant
Zara Richardson – Surf Life Saving QLD State Endurance Championships – $200 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 Evie Grace on receiving a Time to Shine Women in Sport Grant!🌟
Evie recently competed at the Under 16 Softball State Titles in Toowoomba, where her outstanding performance led to selection in both the Queensland National Squad and the Queensland National Team.
Her team made it all the way to the Grand Final at the National Championships, finishing 2nd in Australia after a hard-fought match against New South Wales.
The grant helped support Evie’s family with costs associated with attending the championships, including player fees and uniforms.
We wish Evie all the best in her future sporting achievements - what an incredible effort! #MagpiesCommunityGrants #MagpiesCommuntiy #TimeToShine #WomenInSport #SoftballChampion
Apr 27
Congratulations to Aston Paganoni on receiving a Magpies Local Sporting Champion Grant!🏏
Aston’s impressive journey in field and indoor hockey continues to reach new heights. In 2023, he was selected for the Queensland U13 Boys Outdoor Team (Newcastle) and Indoor Team (Canberra).
In 2024, Aston again earned Queensland selection for both Indoor and Outdoor teams - this time competing in Canberra and Perth - and was proudly named Co-Captain of the Indoor squad.
He also made the Capricornia School Hockey team and, from his standout performance in Perth, was 1 of only 8 players invited to trial for the Queensland U16 State Squad. He has since been selected as a Shadow Player for the 2025 QLD U16 team.
The Magpies Grant supported Aston and his family with costs associated with attending the Hockey Australia U14 Indoor Championships, covering expenses such as registration, flights, and accommodation.
Well done, Aston - your dedication and talent continue to shine! #MagpiesCommunity #MagpiesCommunityGrants #LocalSportingChampion #HockeyPro
Apr 22
Congratulations to The Neighbourhood Hub on receiving a Magpies Thriving Communities Grant!
As Mackay’s largest locally managed community organisation, The Neighbourhood Hub supports over 14,000 people annually across two centres. With 11 vital programs - including family support, financial counselling, migrant support, and food assistance - the Hub is a pillar of connection for those facing hardship or social isolation.
In 2024 alone, the Hub served over 7,800 people with food support, provided 2,340 hot meals, and helped 24 migrants get closer to their Queensland driver’s license.
With the help of this grant, they’ll be purchasing an outdoor chess set for their 4 George Street backyard- a welcoming space where all ages can connect, play, and build lasting social ties.
We’re proud to support a project that brings people together through fun, strategy, and community spirit. 🖤#ThrivingCommunitiesGrant #MagpiesCommunityGrants #MagpiesCommunity
Apr 21
Congratulations to Zara Richardson on receiving a Magpies Time to Shine Women in Sport Grant! 🏊♀️
Zara has been competing in Surf Lifesaving for 6 years, taking part in both State and National competitions. Passionate about long-distance endurance events, she continues to seek out challenges- even when opportunities are limited locally.
Some of Zara’s standout achievements include:
🏆 2023 Princess of the River – 5km Pioneer River swim: 1st female, 2nd overall
🏆1st – 2024 Mackay Harbour Beach 5km Women’s Winter Solstice Swim
🏆2nd – Magnetic Island to Townsville 8.5km team swim
🏆1st – 2024 Zach Mach 10km Women’s Ski Race
🏆3-time competitor in the Australian Surf Lifesaving 2km open water swim
🏆2nd – Champion Lifesaver at 2023 QLD Surf Rescue State Champs
At the recent 2024 Queensland State Endurance Champs, Zara competed in all U17 events, earning:
2nd – 4km beach run, 5th – 2km ocean swim, 9th – 4km board race, 10th – 6km ski race.
With limited local access to endurance events, travel is often required. The Time to Shine grant is helping support Zara’s journey as she continues to excel in the sport she loves.
#MagpiesCommunityGrants #MagpiesCommunity #TimeToShine #WomenInSport
Apr 19
Congratulations to @liveslivedwell on receiving a Magpies Thriving Communities Grant!💚
Lives Lived Well is a community-based nonprofit supporting individuals affected by alcohol and drug addiction. Their Day Program offers structured, evidence-based treatment in a supportive environment, helping clients on their journey to recovery through counselling, detox support, and therapeutic activities.
With the help of this grant, Lives Lived Well will launch a therapeutic gardening program, giving clients the opportunity to connect with nature, learn new skills, and experience the mental health benefits of outdoor activity. Gardening encourages mindfulness, teamwork, and a sense of achievement - boosting self-esteem and aiding long-term recovery.
The program will include weekly sessions, hands-on workshops, and the development of sustainable gardens. Participants will plant, grow, and harvest flowers, herbs, and vegetables, building resilience and community along the way.
We’re proud to support a project that helps individuals heal, grow, and reconnect - with themselves and others. #MagpiesCommunity #MagpiesCommunityGrants #ThrivingCommunitiesGrant
Apr 17
♟Congratulations to Pascoe Gould on receiving a Local Sporting Champion Grant!
Pascoe recently competed at the 2024 Queensland Chess Inter-School State Finals after qualifying through a series of three competitions held in Mackay earlier this year. Representing @stpatsmackay, Pascoe’s team placed second overall - securing their spot at the state championships.
A dedicated chess player, Pascoe practices weekly at home and during school lunch breaks. At the state finals, he won 5 out of 6 games and was named the Secondary Open Regional Board 2 Winner. His longest game lasted an impressive 2 hours and 50 minutes!
The Magpies Community Grant helped support Pascoe and his family by contributing to the costs of attending the tournament, including flights to Brisbane and accommodation. The 2 event was a fantastic opportunity to showcase his skills on the state stage.
Well done, Pascoe!
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Apr 15
Congratulations to local cricket talent Lucy Wiggins, recipient of the Magpies Time To Shine Women in Sport Grant. 🏏
Lucy is a passionate cricketer, playing in the U13 boys’ comp, the girls’ Friday night league, and as a fill-in for the open ladies Komatsu T20 side. She’s proudly represented Mackay Whitsunday for 3 years and played for the Capricornia School Girls team at state level.
In December Lucy competed at the 2024 Queensland Junior Cricket State Championship – U15 Northern Hub in Rockhampton, finishing in the top 2 bowlers for wickets taken!
Magpies Community Grant has helped to support Lucy’s journey - helping cover travel, accommodation, carnival fees, and time off work for her Mum. Congratulations Lucy!
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Apr 12
Congratulations Lucas Appleton on receiving a Magpies Local Sporting Champion Grant!🏏
Lucas discovered cricket in 2023 and quickly developed a strong passion for the game. A dedicated spin bowler, he trains consistently and eagerly takes part in every clinic, camp and session available.
Last October, Lucas represented his region at the 10–12 Years Boys Cricket State Championship. He performed with confidence across T20 and 40-over matches, showing solid skills in both bowling and batting. The experience helped him grow not only as a player, but also in sportsmanship and teamwork.
Thanks to support from the Magpies Community Grants, Lucas and his family received assistance for the cost of traveling to the Gold Coast for the championships and attend key training sessions in Townsville.
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Apr 10
Congratulations to all our Magpies Community Grant Q1 Winners who have been granted a total of $8,400 cash today.
Our grants recognise the incredible achievements of sports people and the invaluable contributions by our dedicated community organisations throughout Mackay. Since its inception in 2022 we’ve now proudly granted a total of $130,007.68 cash to talented local athletes and impactful charities!
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Apr 3
Congratulations to Harriet Shields on receiving a Time to Shine Women in Sport Grant!
Harriet has been dedicated to achieving her netball goals, trialing and being selected for the U12 Mackay Netball Team and completing the Mackay Netball Association preseason squad in November 2023. She was also chosen for the Mackay Monarchs U12 team and plays weekly in the 12A club netball division. Additionally, she represents St Patrick’s in school netball.
Harriet trains 2–3 times a week, preparing for events like the State Age Carnival, where she competed with her team last year. While the team faced challenges due to limited exposure to metro-standard competition, the experience was invaluable for skill development and growth. Competing against strong teams has been a fantastic opportunity for Harriet and her teammates to improve and thrive as regional players in the sport they love.
Congratulations Harriet, we looking forward to following your netball journey!
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Jan 30
Another Time to Shine - Women In Sport Grant has been awarded to a talented local sportswoman, congratulations Brielle Herrington. 🤸♀️
Brielle trains 3–4 days a week in gymnastics and recently competed at the regional championships in Townsville, Level 4, where she qualified for the State Championships.
At the QLD Gymnastics WAG State Championships last September, Brielle achieved an impressive 14th place on vault.
The Magpies Community Grant has supported Brielle and her family by helping cover the costs of flights, accommodation, car travel, and entry fees, enabling her to participate in this prestigious event. Congratulations Brielle, we wish you all the best with your gymnastic journey!
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Jan 28
Congratulations to Braedon Sturdy, a recipient of the Local Sporting Champion Grant!🏑
Braedon’s hockey journey began at the age of five, playing for the St Francis Xavier Primary School team, and later continuing through Mercy and St Patrick’s College teams. Over the years, he represented Mackay in under 11s, 13s, 15s, and 16s. At just nine years old, he joined the under-13s Mackay team, making his first representative trip to Toowoomba—a pivotal experience that set the foundation for his future achievements.
He has also been selected for Mackay School District hockey teams in under 12s and 13-15s, as well as Capricornia School Hockey teams. Braeden’s love for the game extends to indoor hockey, and he proudly represented Mackay at the under-16 State Championships in Townsville last October.
Recently, Braedon’s team competed in the Division 1 Championship, finishing 7th overall. While not the outcome they aimed for, it secures their spot in Division 1 for next year, with exciting opportunities for the team’s new players. As a senior player, Braedon took on a key leadership role, guiding and supporting his teammates while excelling in multiple positions on the field.
Hockey is Braedon’s passion, and he looks forward to continuing to grow and contribute to the sport for many years to come! Congratulations Braeden.
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Jan 24
Connor Daniels was recently successful in gaining a Local Sporting Champions Grant through Magpies Community Grants.⚽️
As a Mackay Whitsunday Academy player for the past two years, Connor achieved an incredible milestone by being selected for the Football Queensland State U14 Boys Team for 2024. Representing the Lions Soccer Club U15 Boys, Connor shared that being selected for this team has been a dream come true, with his hard work and dedication paying off.
Competing against teams from New South Wales to New Zealand, Connor played as part of the FQ White Team. His team made it all the way to the Gold Finals, narrowly losing to NSW Metro on penalties.
This is an outstanding achievement, and we’re so proud to see Connor representing Mackay and his state on the field! Congratulations 🎉
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Jan 19
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!
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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!
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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!
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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!
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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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