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Dolphins reach their inaugural finals series, but they aren’t satisfied yet By Chase Christensen
Image Credit: realestate.com.au For the first time in their short history, the Dolphins have reached the NRL finals. While simply making the top eight would have been a huge achievement a year ago, this Dolphins side has shown throughout 2026 that it wants to be more than just a participant in September. Their success has come from several areas, but perhaps the biggest difference has been something they have rarely had in previous seasons: a relatively healthy squad.
Sep 163 min read
SOCIAL DARTS
Results for the Caboolture Social Darts Club. Potluck doubles played every Monday night at 21 Hayes Street, Caboolture. Visitors welcome. Names by 7.15pm. August Winners: Kal/Shayne, Kal/Jordan, Sid/Jesse, Dale/Matty. Runners Up: Craig/Smokey, Terry/Lyn, Mason/Rachel, Jordan/Kal. High pegs: Smokey 57,44,56,59, Tami 85, Matty 40,96,60, Kal 40,60,62, Terry 49, Shaun 52,56, John B 93, Rachel 66, Sherrie 42, Mason 60. High scores: Kal 135,125, 11x100,140, Matty 123,6x100,
Sep 161 min read


Bribie Island Golf Club shines at the 2026 Queensland Amateur Championship
By Chase Christensen Image Credit: Golf Australia Bribie Island Golf Club once again proved why it is one of Queensland's leading championship venues, successfully hosting the 2026 Queensland Amateur Championship. The event brought together some of the state’s best amateur golfers, with players travelling from across Queensland and interstate to compete over 54 holes of stroke play from the demanding Blue Championship tees. Although the championship itself was contes
Aug 183 min read
Social Darts
SOCIAL DARTS Results for the Caboolture Social Darts Club. Potluck doubles played every Monday night at 21 Hayes Street, Caboolture. Visitors welcome. Names by 7.15pm. July/Aug Winners: Chris/Smokey, Mark/Smokey, Matty/Mathew, Chris/Jai. Runners Up: Adam/Matthew, Mason/Terry, Luke/Lyn, Mason Robert. High pegs: Matty 57, Sherrie 50,48,40, Adam 82, Dean 52, Ashleigh 40, Kal 107(bull finish), Chris 40, Beau 62, Jai 40, Jesse 50. High scores: Adam 100,144, Dean 133,113 I
Aug 181 min read


Battle of Brisbane provides its best showdown yet
By Chase Christensen Image Credit: NRL.com The second Battle of Brisbane in 2026 provided one of the most exciting games of rugby league all season, with the Dolphins completing an incredible comeback against the Brisbane Broncos at Suncorp Stadium. There was plenty on the line for both sides heading into the match. For the Dolphins, a victory would all but guarantee them a finals berth for the first time in club history. For the Broncos, their finals chances had already
Aug 183 min read


Origin delivers another classic, but controversy will linger
By Chase Christensen Image Credit: Nine The 2026 State of Origin series once again reminded the sporting world why rugby league remains one of Australia's greatest spectacles. Three fiercely contested matches, incredible individual performances and a winner-takes-all decider at Suncorp Stadium delivered everything fans could have hoped for. There is simply nothing quite like State of Origin, and this year's series only reinforced its place as one of the game’s bigge
Jul 213 min read
Finals hopes slip away from Broncos By Chase Christensen
Just 12 months after celebrating a long-awaited premiership, the Brisbane Broncos find themselves in one of the most dramatic falls from grace the NRL has seen in recent memory. Heading into their Round 20 clash against Penrith (July 16), Brisbane had lost eight consecutive games and were sitting fourth last on the ladder, with its finals hopes hanging by a thread. It is difficult to remember a reigning premier enduring a collapse of this magnitude the following season. The
Jul 213 min read
SOCIAL DARTS
Results for the Caboolture Social Darts Club. Potluck doubles played every Monday night at 21 Hayes Street, Caboolture. Visitors welcome. Names by 7.15pm. June/July Winners: Matthew, Kal/Luke, Michael/Tom, Rachel/Conner. Runners Up: Rachel/Tamm, Beau/Sid, Sam/Dean, Terry/Sherrie. High pegs: Matty 125, 59,44, Mason 40, Sid 90, Beau 40, Dale 40, Tom 60, Kal 75, Colin 69,50, Luke 70,65, Rosie 40. High scores: Matthew 3x100,129,139,140, Smokey 100,140, Matty 5x100,125,140,
Jul 211 min read
St Columban’s claim TAS Netball and Rugby honours
St Columban’s College has capped off an exceptional Trimester 2 in The Associated Schools (TAS) competition, securing both the Netball Champion School and Rugby Champion School titles after a season of impressive performances across the two sports. St Columban’s Netball teams showcased their skill and consistency throughout the competition, recording 52 wins across the trimester. Their success was highlighted by the strong performances across multiple year levels. The col
Jul 211 min read
Dolphins glide into top four on ladder and are Queensland's best hope
By Chase Christensen While the Brisbane Broncos continue to struggle through one of the toughest periods in recent club history, their Queensland rivals are enjoying a season to remember. The Dolphins have emerged as one of the competition's biggest success stories in 2026 and are quickly becoming Queensland's best hope of premiership glory. After securing six consecutive victories, the Dolphins find themselves sitting comfortably inside the top four on the NRL ladder. It
Jun 233 min read


Bribie 10-year-old young gun making waves in Australian golf
By Chase Christensen One of the biggest and youngest stories in Australian sport right now is Bribie Island golf prodigy Narsha Solomon. At just 10-years-old, Narsha has already achieved what many golfers spend decades chasing. She recently became the youngest Australian ever to win a women's open club championship after claiming victory in the Pacific Harbour Women's Club Championship. What makes the achievement even more remarkable is the way she won. Competing aga
Jun 233 min read
Emergency sires ring as Broncos need a miracle to reach finals
By Chase Christensen The alarm bells are ringing loudly at Red Hill as the Brisbane Broncos find themselves in a desperate battle to save their season. After winning the premiership in 2025 and entering this year with hopes of going back-to-back, the Broncos now face the very real possibility of missing the finals altogether. Brisbane's season has taken a dramatic turn for the worse following six consecutive losses. What was once a campaign filled with promise has quickly
Jun 233 min read
SOCIAL DARTS
Results for the Caboolture Social Darts Club. Potluck doubles played every Monday night at 21 Hayes Street, Caboolture. Visitors welcome. Names by 7.15pm. May/June Winners: Tom, Kal/Sharon, Smokey, Colin/Adam. Runners Up: Sid, Luke/Sid, Cecil/Kal, Dale/Kal. High pegs: Matty 66,45, Tani 61, Davo 55, Mark 40, Josh 41, Sid 40,43, Tom 40, Robert 96, Beau 49, Chris 54, Kal 64, Mason 85,60. High scores: Matty 5x100,180, Roger 111, Sid 116,100,140, Beau 115, Luke 2x100,137,1
Jun 231 min read
SOCIAL DARTS
Results for the Caboolture Social Darts Club. Potluck doubles played every Monday night at 21 Hayes Street, Caboolture. Visitors welcome. Names by 7.15pm. April/May Winners: Mason/Rachel, Terry/Luke, Dale/Matty, Luke/Matty. Runners Up: Sharon/Chris H, Lyn/Matty, Cecil/Jessy, Sherrie/Terry. High pegs: Terry 40,54, Mason 64,54,66 (bull finish), Sharon 44, Matty 55,40, Kal 51,74,65,48, Matthew 78,75, Mark B 65, Smokey 44, Luke 60. High scores: Lyn 121,85,82, Luke 2x140,2x1
May 261 min read
SOCIAL DARTS
Results for the Caboolture Social Darts Club. Potluck doubles played every Monday night at 21 Hayes Street, Caboolture. Visitors welcome. Names by 7.15pm. March/April Winners: Josh/Dean, Sharon/Jai, Sharon/Conner, Sid/Tani. Runners Up: Kal, Mason/Cecil, Dean/Kal, Sherrie/Sharon. High pegs: Conner2x 52, Matty 50, Jai 82,60, Sid 60, Mason 41,75(bull finish), Kal 145, 60, Sharon 68, Ian 81, Tani 58,40,40. High scores: John B 140, Tani 140,95,93,2x81, Josh M 103,100, Kal...
Apr 281 min read
Dolphins drowning early in season
By Chase Christensen The Dolphins have hit a rough patch, dropping three straight games and slipping down the ladder at a point in the season where consistency really matters. What’s made it more concerning is not just the losses themselves, but how they have come about, with one heavy defeat and another heartbreaking close call showing two very different sides of the team. The low point of this run came against the Manly Sea Eagles, where the Dolphins were handed a 52–18
Apr 282 min read
Warrigals respond after disappointing open to the season
By Chase Christensen A new chapter in Sunshine Coast Rugby League has begun and this means Bribie’s beloved Warrigals are once again fighting to secure a senior premiership. It has been three years since they were crowned the 2023 undefeated champions of Reserve Grade. Since then, after losing a handful of senior players over the years they have taken a step back into C-Grade (Division 3). A heartbreaking grand final loss last year has certainly motivated them to go th
Apr 283 min read
Waraba Cricket Club marks Anzac Day with memorable T20 Clash
By Chase Christensen Waraba Cricket Club wrapped up its summer season in a memorable style, hosting a special Anzac Day T20 match that brought together past and present players for a day that balanced competition with community spirit. The match was organised to recognise the significance of Anzac Day, while also marking the shift into the winter sporting season. Veterans XI took on Waraba XI and what unfolded was a lively contest played in great spirit. After winning t
Apr 283 min read


Madge’s Broncos quiet the haters By Chase Christensen
(Article written before Round 4 vs Dolphins) It has been a highly eventful first month of the NRL season, as always. The most watched team has been the Brisbane Broncos, who continue to take their fanbase on a rollercoaster ride, much like previous years. This article was close to being critical after Brisbane went winless through two rounds, but a monstrous effort in the grand final rematch has already flipped the script. The reigning premiers opened their 2026 regular
Mar 313 min read
SOCIAL DARTS UPDATE 2026
Results for the Caboolture Social Darts Club. Potluck doubles played every Monday night at 21 Hayes Street, Caboolture. Visitors welcome. Names by 7.15pm. February/March Saturday February 23 had 26 players play Potluck doubles completing 11 rounds. Winners Connor & Paul. Runners up Josh & Michael. Mark had a 62 Bull finish; there were plenty of 100 and 140 thrown on the day. Winners: Luke/Karl, Shayne/Conner, Robert/Karl, Jai/Dean. Runners Up: Terry/Beau, Jai/Cecil,
Mar 311 min read


Phins find their flow early By Chase Christensen
(Article written before Round 4) The Dolphins look set for their most exciting season since entering the NRL, with the opening three rounds already showing exactly why. With key players returning and their trademark attacking style beginning to click, the Phins have wasted no time reminding fans that they are one of the most unpredictable and entertaining sides in the competition. Their season began on a Sunday afternoon at Suncorp Stadium against the South Sydney Rabbi
Mar 313 min read
Jan / Feb Social Darts
SOCIAL DARTS UPDATE 2026 Results for the Caboolture Social Darts Club. Potluck doubles played every Monday night at 21 Hayes Street, Caboolture. Visitors welcome. Names by 7.15pm. January/February Winners: Conner/Karl, Luke/Robert, Robert/Karl. Runners Up: Mason/Sherrie, Josh/Kylie, Josh/Dean. High pegs: Kal 72,60,62, Conner 40, Mason 36,40, Matty 63, Robert 77,50, Matty 63, Josh 69 (bull finish), Rosie 43, Luke 74. High scores: Mark 140,2x100,120, Tani 140,100, Zena 100,
Mar 31 min read
SOCIAL DARTS UPDATE 2026
Results for the Caboolture Social Darts Club. Potluck doubles played every Monday night at 21 Hayes Street, Caboolture. Visitors welcome. Names by 7.15pm. 2026 Monday nights started on January 5 with a record number of players. January Winners: Davo/Sid, Matty/Josh, Robert/Karl. Runners Up: Mason/Conner, Luke/Dean, Tom/Zena. High pegs: Beau 46, Karl 74,78, Sherrie 65, Tom 52, 2x40, Luke 65. High scores: Matty 140, Tami 123, 121, Roger 140, Lyn 98, Sherrie 125,94,
Feb 31 min read
SOCIAL DARTS UPDATE 2025
Results for the Caboolture Social Darts Club. Potluck doubles played every Monday night at 21 Hayes Street, Caboolture. Visitors welcome . Names by 7.15pm. 2026 January nights started as of the 5 th . November/December Winners: Ky/Roger, Mason/Jordon, Matty/Jai, Roger/Chris Runners Up: Conner/Karl, Matty/Chris, Dale/Conner, Terry/Shayne High pegs: Kal 2x66, 86,Sid 60,40, Chris 56,Jai 3x40, Conner 2x40, 74, Mason 40,60, Rosie 38, Mark 40, Chris 58, Dale 56. High
Jan 71 min read
SOCIAL DARTS UPDATE 2025
Results for the Caboolture Social Darts Club. Potluck doubles played every Monday night at 21 Hayes Street, Caboolture. Visitors welcome . Names by 7.15pm. November Winners: Luke/Davo, Holly/Sid, Matty/Kal. Runners Up: Matty, Sid/Mark B. High pegs: Holly 100, Matty 49,40, Dennis 65, Kylie 34. High scores: Mick 116, Dean 140, Ian 125, Kal 116, Mason 125, Mick 116,101,134, Dean 140, Beau 132, Lyn 128, Matty 180, 140,120. Junior Prizes: Mason. Best night’s playe
Dec 9, 20251 min read
Community gears up for opening charity cricket day at Sandstone Point
The Sandstone Point community is preparing for a vibrant and meaningful day of sport, family fun and fundraising, with a special charity event scheduled for Saturday January 3, 2026 from 3pm to 8pm at the Sandstone Point Sporting Complex . The event aims to bring locals together in support of Beyond Blue , with all proceeds donated to the mental health organisation. Festivities will begin with a lively session for the Junior Cricket Blasters , giving young players a c
Dec 9, 20251 min read


Broncos certify Brisbane as Australia’s sporting capital
By Chase Christensen Credit: ‘The Australian’ Brisbane has officially cemented itself as Australia’s sporting capital with the Broncos’ stunning NRL Grand Final triumph completing what has been a golden year for Queensland sport. For the first time since 2006, the Broncos are champions once again, a victory that not only ended an 18-year drought, but also capped off a remarkable sporting sweep that included the Brisbane Lions, Broncos NRLW and Queensland’s State of Origi
Oct 14, 20252 min read
SOCIAL DARTS UPDATE 2025
Results for the Caboolture Social Darts Club. Potluck doubles played every Monday night at 21 Hayes Street, Caboolture. Visitors welcome . Names by 7.15pm. September Winners: Conner/Collin, Josh/Jai, Kylie/Mason, Josh/Kal. Runners Up: Shayne/Sid, Jai/ Shayne 102, JJ/Jai. High pegs: Tom 46, Jai 5440, Mark 40, Sid 40,60,46, Luke 47, Matty 55, Dale 48, Mason 40, Josh 74, 50, Robbie 40. Best throws: Jenny 85, Sam 88, Tom 130,121, Conner 135, Dale 129,108, Greg 129,
Oct 14, 20251 min read


Bribie Tigers Under 8 Whites celebrate back-to-back undefeated seasons
By Chase Christensen The Bribie Tigers Under 8 White team has achieved something rare in junior football, two full seasons without a single loss. Their journey has been about more than just winning games. It’s been a story of community, teamwork and the joy of the sport. Beginning back in February 2024, a father walked into the Tigers clubhouse with a simple goal: to register his son for the season. When he discovered there was no coach for the Under 8 Whites, he volunteer
Oct 14, 20252 min read
Warrigals break Pelicans’ hearts in preliminary final thriller
By Chase Christensen The Sunshine Coast rugby league faithful were treated to a classic on Sunday September 7 as the Bribie Warrigals...
Sep 11, 20253 min read


Dolphins 1 win away from history, Broncos become heavyweight contender
By Chase Christensen Southeast Queensland’s pride and joy - the Brisbane Broncos and the Dolphins - nearly both featured in the finals...
Sep 11, 20253 min read
SOCIAL DARTS UPDATE 2025
Results for the Caboolture Social Darts Club. Potluck doubles played every Monday night at 21 Hayes Street, Caboolture. Visitors welcome...
Aug 19, 20251 min read


Can the Brisbane NRL duo beat the adversity?
By Chase Christensen Credit: NRL.com The top eight positions on the NRL ladder are as far from undecided as can be, with 14 teams...
Aug 19, 20252 min read


Results for Bribie Island Women’s Golf
July 15 - August 7, 2025 15/07/25 3 Person Ambrose WINNERS Ann Squires, Barbara Newcomb & Judy Graham 2 nd Kate Wesener, Carol...
Aug 19, 20252 min read


Pedalling with purpose: Michael Taylor’s journey on three wheels
By Chase Christensen Credit: Michael Taylor A 12-time Australian National Champion, two-time Oceania Champion, three-time Auckland...
Aug 19, 20252 min read


Endurance and teamwork shine on the Pumicestone Passage
By Chase Christensen Paddles pounded and spirits soared as the inaugural Enduro Quest – Bribie to Caloundra Dragon Boat Challenge...
Jul 22, 20252 min read


The Blues prove yet again, they just don’t get Origin
By Chase Christensen It was a miraculous Origin night. It didn’t matter whether you were enjoying the game live in Sydney, the...
Jul 22, 20252 min read


So close you could hiss it: Snakes held in the dying moments
By Chase Christensen The Caboolture Snakes were just moments away from breaking their season-long drought but were forced to settle...
Jul 22, 20252 min read
SOCIAL DARTS UPDATE 2025
Results for the Caboolture Social Darts Club. Potluck doubles played every Monday night at 21 Hayes Street, Caboolture. Visitors welcome....
Jul 22, 20251 min read


Results for Bribie Island Women’s Golf
June 17 – July 10, 2025 17/06/25 4BBB STROKE WINNERS Bev Isaksen & Di Croft 64, 2 nd Kate Wesener & Myra Thomsen 65 c/b, 3 rd...
Jul 22, 20253 min read


Rugby success for St Columban’s
St Columban’s College has reaffirmed its high-performing rugby status, claiming the 2025 First XV Rugby Premiership in The Associated...
Jul 22, 20251 min read
SOCIAL DARTS
UPDATE 2025 Results for the Caboolture Social Darts Club. Potluck doubles played every Monday night at 21 Hayes Street, Caboolture....
Jun 24, 20251 min read


Results for Bribie Island Women’s Golf
May 13 - June 10, 2025 13/05/25 SINGLE STROKE Gertrude McLeod Rd 2 DIV 1 WINNER Suzanne Vallely 74, 2nd Yuko Nakamura 76, 3rd Jo...
Jun 24, 20253 min read


Phins Up: The Dolphins are back folks By Chase Christensen
Credit: Wallpapers.com The Dolphins are firing and have got fans buzzing, as they’ve had an extraordinary recovery- winning three...
Apr 29, 20253 min read
Bounce back: Warrigals responds to narrow loss with gritty win
By Chase Christensen The Bribie Island Warrigals seniors have kicked their 2025 campaign off in mixed fashion, as their first two...
Apr 29, 20252 min read


Results for Bribie Island Women’s Golf
March 18 - April 15, 2025 18/03/25 IRISH 4BBB STABLEFORD OVERALL WINNERS Angela Roberts, Sandy Smith, Sue Navie and Jan Jennings...
Apr 29, 20253 min read
Social Darts Update 2025
Results for the Caboolture Social Darts Club potluck doubles, played every Monday night at 21 Hayes Street, Caboolture. Names by 7.15pm....
Feb 8, 20251 min read


Enjoy the Super Bowl on your doorstep!
By Chase Christensen The most anticipated Super Bowl in history is set to take place in New Orleans on Monday February 10 at 9.30am...
Feb 8, 20253 min read
Bribie Island Women’s Golf
December 19, 2024 - January 21, 2025 19/12/24 – Single Stableford Overall Winner: Kate Wesener 39, 2nd Vivienne Learoyd 36,...
Feb 8, 20252 min read


Bribie Warrigals set to take on toughest competition in years
Written by Chase Christensen The Bribie Island Warrigals reserve grade team are ready to go to war in a competition that is...
Dec 10, 20243 min read
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