Important Update for Boccia in Queensland: Our Commitment

GeneralBy Rachel Toune24 Mar 2025
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Recent announcements from Boccia Australia (BA) about expanding their role in Queensland have sparked questions within our Boccia community.

At Sporting Wheelies, we understand that change can create uncertainty, so we’re here to clarify what this means for players, coaches, officials and supporters.

Official Update from Leadership

For full details on our commitment to Boccia and the evolving partnership with Boccia Australia, click here to read the official letter from Jacqueline Kelly (General Manager – Para Sport, Health & Fitness) and Dane Cross (Chief Operating Officer).

Our Ongoing Commitment to Boccia

For more than 15 years, Sporting Wheelies has been the backbone of Boccia in Queensland, delivering inclusive, high-quality programs for athletes of all abilities. Nothing changes here. We remain dedicated to:

  • Weekly Boccia Social Programs (all skill levels welcome!)
  • The Boccia Tri-Series, a beloved community competition
  • The brand-new Boccia Invitational (July 2025 – save the date!)
  • Affordable access to courts, coaching, and health support

Our mission is unchanged: to provide grassroots opportunities that empower athletes and grow the sport.

Boccia Australia’s Expanded Role

Boccia Australia (BA) recently announced plans to oversee state-level competitions, including:

  • Queensland State Titles
  • State team selections

This shift allows Sporting Wheelies to focus on what we do best: social programs and competitions, community engagement, athlete support, and development pathways.

What This Means for You

What Stays the Same:

  • Weekly sessions at our Boccia Social Programs across Queensland (Brisbane, Moreton Bay and Hervey Bay, with new programs coming in 2025)
  • Social competitions , including the Tri-Series and Boccia Invitational
  • Discounted memberships, court access, and health benefits

What’s New:

  • BA will manage Queensland State Titles

FAQ: Your Questions Answered

Can I still play Boccia locally?
Absolutely! Our weekly social programs and competitions run as usual.

How do I qualify for State Titles?
BA will publish eligibility criteria soon. We’ll share updates via email and social media.

Can you explain Boccia’s structure in Queensland?
Sporting Wheelies remains an existing legal entity, as a dedicated business operating under Spinal Life Australia – a registered charitable entity.  Sporting Wheelies remains fully committed to delivering a grassroots Boccia program, which includes weekly training, social competitions and development pathways.

Join Us on the Court!

Boccia thrives because of you – the players, coaches, officials and supporters who make this sport so special.

Click here to join our weekly social program.

If you have any questions, call 07 3253 3333 or email sport@sportingwheelies.org.au.

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