FAQs

About the Games

The 40th year of the NQ Games will be held in Cairns from Friday 3rd to Monday 6th May 2024. 

Each sport will host their own sporting event, please refer to the sports tab for further information. 

The North Queensland Sports Foundation being the 40th year of the North Queensland Games.  

The 2024 NQ Games is proudly supported by the Queensland Government, Cairns Regional Council and Tourism and Events Queensland. 

The NQ Games registration fees is $33 (Inc GST) and paid once per competitor regardless of how many sports you are competing in.  

Included in your NQ Games Register fee is a competitor kit comprising of : 

  • Option to compete in unlimited number of sports (sports fees apply – see individual sports pages)
  • Official NQ Games Accreditation Pass 
  • NQ Games Competitors pack (draw string bag, water bottle, gym towel)
  • Placegetter medals should you be eligible to win one
  • Complimentary sponsor items, discount vouchers.
 
Also includes 
  • Opening Ceremony 
  • Competitors March Past

All entries are to be completed via our online registration system. Please note entry deadlines for each sport.

Payment must be made at the time of online registration with a credit/debit card (MasterCard and Visa only) . A payment processing fee of 2.5%  applies to all transactions.

Before you participate in our exciting event, please take a moment to review the Terms and Conditions outlined in detail. These terms are designed to ensure a safe, fair, and enjoyable experience for all participants. By accessing and participating in the 2024 NQ Games, you agree to abide by these terms.

14. REFUND POLICY  11.1 There are no Refunds. * *”Unless and to the extent that the Event Organiser is required to provide a refund or payment at law.”

To read the full Terms and Conditions, please follow this link: Terms and Conditions (PDF,155KB)

Yes, all entrants will need to visit the games hub to collect their competitor pack.  Check the Registration Hub page for opening & closing times.

Venue – The Pier, Cairns. 

Collect all online orders from the NQ Games Registration Hub.  Check the Registration Hub page for opening & closing times.

Venue – The Pier, Cairns. 

Our Official NQ Games merchandise partner, Struddys will be located at the NQ Games Registration Hub (please note stocks sell out fast & may be limited). Check the Registration Hub page for opening & closing times.

Venue – The Pier, Cairns. 

Sports

Sports Fees are specific fees set by each Sports Host to cover the costs of conducting their competition.  Sports Fees are different for all sports.  Find your sport sports page. 

Yes. The NQ Games registration fee of $33.00 allows you to compete in as many sports

Before entering, please read the sports information for your chosen sport/s so you are aware of the general sports details including sport fee, competition dates and entry requirements.

Before entering, please read the sports information for your chosen sport/s so you are aware of the general sports details including sport fee, competition dates and entry requirements.

This is different for all sports. Please check your sport page for more information. 

Please check your sport page for more information as age restrictions vary depending on the sport sport page.

We have 25+ sports available offering team competitions and individual competitions. 

 

Yes absolutely, as long as you meet the age criteria for your sport and Australian/Queensland government traveler entry requirements, we welcome participants from all over the world!

No, however some sports may require you to become a member of the national, state, and/or affiliated body or purchase an event membership for insurance purposes.

There are no qualifying times or standards to compete. If you love your sport then these games are for you! The only criteria to compete is meeting the minimum age requirement for your sport which can be found on the sports page. 

 

Some sports also have a “more players” option where you can enter and pay for your chosen sport and the Sport Convenor will allocate you another player. 

Some sports also have a ‘Find Team’ option where you can enter and pay for your chosen sport and the Sport Convenor will place you with a team.