The newly formed Rebels Weightlifting Club at Capalaba is celebrating a major milestone, with two of its members, Bonney Douglas and Laura McLachlan, officially qualifying as State-Level Referees under the Queensland Weightlifting Association.

The Queensland Senior Weightlifting Championships held 8–10 August 2025 at Cougars Weightlifting Club, saw some of the state’s strongest athletes take centre stage. Among the big lifts and even bigger energy, one debut stood out – and not just because it came with a cheer squad of twin toddlers.

It’s been over a week since our Volunteer Development Workshop, and we’re still buzzing from the energy, insights, and inspiration that filled the room!

In the heart of Southeast Queensland’s weightlifting community, a new force for growth, collaboration and friendly rivalry has emerged: the Stronger Futures Cup.

This 6-week, women-only course introduced foundational strength movements using barbells, kettlebells, and dumbbells.

Attend the Volunteering workshop on the 14th of June to learn the skills to become a QWA "Oly Voly".