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Get the latest June 2026 update from Pickleball Association Queensland (PAQ). Discover details on the upcoming QLD Pickleball Championships, elite players on the world stage, the vision for a brand-new Queensland Pickleball Centre, and MUCH more. All in this month's PickleBALL Pulse!

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!

The Queensland Pickleball Tour 2026 (QPT) is off to an exciting start, with a standout opening event in Gladstone featuring 128 players and 381 matches. Discover our new dates for QPT Gold Coast, as well as upcoming tournaments in Townsville, and Mackay. Plus key registration tips, QPT rankings updates, and how to get involved. And, up-to-date news about the Queensland Pickleball Championships 2026 (QPC). So don’t miss your chance to compete, get all the info NOW!

Dive into our April PAQ NewsLetter, including an Executive Update on QLD pickleball growth, new PAQ Committee Members, a major membership milestone, upcoming QPT events (Townsville, Mackay), and QPC (Redclife ) event details, expert coaching tips, DUPR secrets, Club Support (including grant opportunities), and inspiring community stories. Don’t miss what’s shaping the game right now!

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!

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.

Preparing for your first pickleball tournament or looking to improve your results? Discover essential tips on training, strategy, gear, and mindset to help beginners and experienced players perform their best on tournament day.

Queensland Pickleball Tour (QPT) Brisbane 2026 heads to Redcliffe Tennis and Pickleball Centre from 24–26 April. Compete in singles, gender doubles, and mixed doubles, earn QPT points, build your DUPR rating, and enjoy a bayside Brisbane getaway! Registration open – entries close 10 April or when full.

February brings major updates from the Queensland Pickleball Tour, including upcoming QPT tournaments, record-breaking registrations, the new QPT Ranking Points System, and confirmed dates for the 2026 Queensland Pickleball Championship (QPC). Get the latest on tournament divisions, opportunities for tournament directors and broadcasters, player responsibilities, and what’s ahead for competitive pickleball in Queensland.

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.

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!

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?