Whilst hard at work on the 2026 iteration of the NQ Games, we stumbled across these photographs sent in from the community of the original NQ Games; the motorcade, the Games Torch (held by Ron Grant OAM), the parade in front of 15,000 and more. If you want to learn more about the 1984 edition […]

Michael Healy, The Queensland State Government’s Minister for Tourism and Sport was in Cairns at the NQ Games Registration Hub today ahead of the Opening on Friday. Speaking with media, Minister Healy was delighted to show his support for a major event in his own electorate of Cairns. “The North Queensland Games represents a wonderful […]

Michael Healy, The Queensland State Government’s Minister for Tourism and Sport was in Cairns at the NQ Games Registration Hub today ahead of the Opening on Friday. Speaking with media, Minister Healy was delighted to show his support for a major event in his own electorate of Cairns. Minister Healy took time to take photos […]

Time is running out to secure your spot in the 2024 NQ Games! With more than 3,000 participants expected across 24 sports, the 2024 NQ Games promises to be the largest multi-sport event in regional Australia… and there is still time for athletes and enthusiasts to register and be part of this iconic event. Whether […]

After a false start during COVID in 2020, the Townsville NQ Games were more than a solid hit out! From the 4 days across April 29th to May 2nd 2022, The NQ Games saw 4,349 competitors take place in competition across 35 sports – bringing an additional 6700+ people in support with them. Initial estimates […]

The NQ games launched in true North Queensland style with Townsville sprinter Jake Doran challenging Cowboys superstar Matty Bowen to a race amongst a mass of sporting hosts and media at The Ville Resort and Casino. Townsville is set to host the largest multi-sport event in regional Australia from April to May this year, attracting […]