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Queensland Pickleball Tour (QPT) 2026: Your Pathway to Competitive Pickleball in Queensland!

The Queensland Pickleball Tour 2026 is bigger than ever, now featuring 10 premier pickleball events stretching along the coast from the Gold Coast to Cairns. As one of the fastest-growing pickleball series in Australia, the Tour offers players an exciting opportunity to experience competitive pickleball in Queensland in a supportive, fun, and professional environment. Whether you're new to tournaments or looking to take the next step, the Tour is designed as your ideal entry point!
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Fri 10 Apr 2026

QPT 2026 Tournament | Gold Coast 10-12 July - Don’t Miss Out!!!

Our 2026 QPT event on the Gold Coast, being held at Runaway Bay, has been rescheduled from February to July! Enjoy sunshine, fast rallies, friendly competition, and the perfect mix of sport and coastal vibes. Whether you’re a couple, a crew, or flying solo, this is the ultimate feel-good pickleball getaway. Don’t miss the action - read on to discover why this event is the must-play tournament of the season!
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Thu 09 Apr 2026

QPT Pickleball Tournaments 2026: Why You Should Play Both Townsville & Mackay Events This May | Your Ultimate North QLD Getaway!

Double the tournaments, double the fun! Enter the QPT Townsville & Mackay events this May 2026 for epic match play, rankings, and a North QLD getaway. Spots are limited - discover why players are locking in both weekends and how to make the most of it! Whether you’re a pickleball pro or a social player craving competitive play, this is your chance to compete in Singles, Doubles, and Mixed Doubles in a friendly, welcoming environment.
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Fri 03 Apr 2026

Pickleball Rules Explained: Serving, Kitchen Basics, Scoring & Tournament Tips

New to pickleball, or thinking about playing your first tournament? Learn the essential pickleball rules every player should know, including the underarm serve, two-bounce rule, kitchen faults, scoring systems, and tournament etiquette & rules to help you play with confidence on court. Test yourself after with a 1-minute QUIZ!
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Mon 09 Mar 2026

PickleBALL Pulse - February 2026 | NewsLetter

Catch the February PickleBALL Pulse! Get the latest Executive update, QLD pickleball growth stats, Club Support tips including the latest grants available, and introducing the free program "Good Sports", QPT Tournament highlights, and Player Spotlight, a Pickleball Australia Seniors save-the-date, and our fan-fave, Shop ‘Til You Drop section, a truly all-in-one fun, action-packed newsletter!
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Wed 11 Feb 2026

HOT NEWS: QLD Pickleball Player Spotlight - Nicola Schoeman | DUPR Womens Doubles No. 1 Junior | A Rising Teen Star

From Arana Hills Queensland to DUPR rated No.1 Junior. At just 18, Nicola Schoeman is rewriting pickleball history - MLPA youngest and No.1 draft pick, Australian Open team champion, and a rising global force. Meet Queensland’s newest game-changer, the teen everyone’s talking about, and whose rise is nothing short of extraordinary!
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Mon 09 Feb 2026

HOT NEWS: Good Sports - Who, What and Why YOUR Pickleball Club should JOIN!

Good Sports helps pickleball clubs across Australia create safer, more inclusive, and family-friendly environments. This free program supports over 12,000 community sporting clubs with expert guidance, clear policies, and practical tools around alcohol management, wellbeing, governance, and compliance. Discover why Good Sports is a perfect fit for growing pickleball clubs, and how joining can strengthen your club, support volunteers, and position you as a community leader.
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Fri 30 Jan 2026

HOT PRESS | Upcoming QPT 2026 NEW Tournament ! | Gladstone 20-22 February

Discover why Gladstone, Queensland is the ultimate pickleball getaway in February 2026! Sunshine, reef adventures, great food, and a friendly coastal vibe make this tournament more than a competition - it’s a mini-holiday. Dive into what makes Gladstone the must-play, must-visit hotspot of the season! Gladstone pickleball tournament 2026, visit Gladstone Queensland.
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Fri 05 Dec 2025

HOT PRESS | Queensland Pickleball Explodes in 2025: Membership Surge & QPT Tournament Highlights

Queensland Pickleball exploded in 2025! With 6,558 members, seven electrifying QPT tournaments, record-breaking growth, and unforgettable player moments, this year was our biggest yet. Dive into the highlights, surprises, and what’s coming as QPT expands in 2026 - don’t miss the glow-up everyone’s talking about! Get the inside scoop and see what’s ahead as the QPT jumps to 10 tournaments in 2026. Catch the excitement and relive the action!
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Thu 04 Dec 2025

HOT PRESS! Meet Our QPT Legends: Two Players Who Completed All 7 Tournaments in 2025!

Two QPT superstars just did what most players wouldn’t dare - competed in all 7 Queensland Pickleball Tour events in 2025! Meet Garry Eddy and Colleen Thompson, the duo who chased rallies, made friends, and embodied the true spirit of pickleball across the state. With 10 events coming in 2026…will you be the next to complete the full tour?
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Wed 03 Dec 2025

7 Top Reasons Why People Play Pickleball (and Why You Should Too)!

Discover why pickleball is fun, social, and easy to learn for all ages and abilities. From fitness and friendship to inclusivity, as promoted by Pickleball Queensland, discover why this fast-growing sport in Australia is perfect for you. Avoid cliques, join the community, and pick up a paddle today!
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Mon 22 Sep 2025

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