PQ STATE SPRINT CHAMPIONSHIPS
Good luck to all our paddlers competing at the PQ State Sprint Championships this weekend! Out of 71 competitors, an impressive 29 represent our club. Huge thanks to our dedicated coaches and parents for preparing the team, and a special shout out to Lucinda McGuinn for stepping into the team manager role and to Sachin Patel for towing the trailer to and from the event.
We’re proud to provide limited financial assistance to junior competitors participating in state, national, and international events. These funds are made possible through fundraising and the incredible support of our sponsors. Please show your appreciation by supporting them whenever you can! Their contributions go a long way to ensuring we continue to help build the paddling community.
FAIR PLAY VOUCHERS
Remember your Fair Play Vouchers expire on 30 June. Use it or lose it!
NEW CLEANING ROSTER
The new cleaning roster is now posted on the clubhouse fridge. Please add your name and do your part to keep the club clean and safe. Sharing the load helps lighten the burden on a few dedicated members who regularly step in. Big thanks to Steve McLay for organising the roster!
HIJINKS ON EUDLO
We’re excited to kick off the Pacific Coast Marathon Series 2025 with HiJinks on Eudlo on 30 March 2025.
- Race Coordinator: John Smallwood
- Volunteers needed: On-water safety, general assistance, and a dinghy.
If you can help, please contact John at 0428 267 137.
MANN RIVER
Discover white-water paddling basics with the Big River Canoe Club on 8 & 9 February at the beautiful Mann River campground. All ages and skill levels are welcome!
- Registration closes: Wednesday, 5 February
- Details: Visit their Facebook page or register here
CLUB SHIRT ORDERS
The orders have been placed and are expected within the next month. Please ensure you have paid before collection.
STAY CONNECTED
We love hearing from you! Your ideas, concerns, and suggestions are invaluable to us. Feel free to reach out anytime via phone, email, or our Facebook page. We also welcome your stories and contributions to our community.
Thank you for your unwavering support and dedication to our club. Together, we’ll continue to thrive and succeed.
Warm regards, Delia West, President; Oliver Sweetman, Treasurer; Paul Shipton, Secretary ; Nicky Donaldson, Head Coach; General Committee Members: Deb Wright, Justin Wright, Tim Kreis, Matt Ramkey-Meyer, Media
SPONSORS
Our club has some ongoing sponsors that provide services to the club. Please consider using these companies should you need their services.
2024 Maroochy River Paddle Sponsors:
- Queensland Government
- Ord Minnett, Buderim
- Paddles, Warana
- North Coast Foods
- Perren & Penny Civil & Plumbing Contractors
- Future Plus Environmental
- Viking Trucks
- Carruthers Contracting
- Alexandra Headland SLSC
- More Smiles Dental Practice
- Buderim Guardian Pharmacy
- Heads in the Cloud Salon
Regular Supporters:
- Sunshine Coast 4WD Centre
- Office Works Maroochydore
- Accurate Pest Management
- Westaway Electrical
- Woolworths
Grants Provided By:
- Sunshine Coast Council
- Queensland Government
- Australian Government
- Gambling Community Benefit Fund
- Buderim Foundation