Wednesday, August 7, 2024

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Mackay and Whitsunday Life

Get Ready! Paul Bowman Challenge 2024 Coming Soon

Proserpine will come alive with the 2024 Paul Bowman Challenge when approximately 4500 players, coaches, helpers and their families will visit over the weekend of 14 and 15 September 2024.

This under 9’s Junior Rugby League event has attracted 80 teams from all over Queensland.

Don McDermid, the Game Day Manager, said he can’t wait for the sound of the whistle starting the first round of games. He also highlighted that the primary focus is participation, sportsmanship, and the kids having fun.

Bec Watts, Co-ordinator of the Organising Committee, said plans are well underway.

The Paul Bowman Challenge is a showcase event for the Whitsundays, and Bec wants to ensure that the grounds look spectacular and that everything runs smoothly.

Bec also expressed her thanks to sponsors and vendors who attend over the weekend say all the committee greatly appreciate it.

With so many families coming for this carnival, the accommodation, apartments, and caravan parks from Proserpine to Airlie Beach will be busy.

Another benefit of this event is that many families will stay a few days after the carnival to enjoy the area, which will help the local economy.

Put the date in your calendar and watch for the teams rolling into Proserpine on Friday, 13 September. Everyone is welcome to come and attend the Proserpine Junior Sporting Complex and feel the excitement with games starting early Saturday morning.


What: Paul Bowman Challenge
Where: Proserpine Whitsunday Junior Rugby League Football Club
When: Saturday 14 September & Sunday 15 September

Local kids enjoy the Paul Bowman Challenge in 2022. Photo credit: Whitsunday Life Newspaper

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