Community Dragon Boat Regatta - Fuel for Schools

NQ Phoenix Dragon Boat Club hosts its annual community dragon boat regatta on the Ross River at Rossiter Park, Aitkenvale (Townsville), on Sunday 30 August 2026 from 8:00 to 14:00. Teams of 8-11 paddlers (ages 12 and up) race against other community and corporate crews; no prior experience is required and the club can help match individuals to a team. Entry is an AUD 200 donation per team, with all proceeds going to Fuel for Schools, a Townsville charity providing school supplies and breakfasts to North Queensland students. Entries close 23 August 2026.