Keen for a Winter Ski Tournament? Check out what the QLD Regions have coming up! All this information and more is available on the website: http://www.waterskiqld.com or contact the regions directly @waterskiqldsr @waterskiqldcr @waterskiqldnr

Our QLD team is so special and this year was no different, with such great support from so many people, in the lead up to the event, and on site during the event. A huge shout out to everyone on the team, who contributed to the event in any way – Skiers, Drivers, Judges, Scorers, Dockies, Pick Up Boat Crews as well as our Team Captains and Team Managers. A special thank you to our supporters – family and friends who travelled from far and wide to watch and cheer their loved ones … we appreciate you too! ❤️ Together we are stronger than anything one person can do on their own! Our skier bags this year were filled with sooooo many goodies, including some special contributions from Smith & Sons and Bunnings Trade. Thank you! And finally to @vivmccollum and @emmapollock2424 for creating the QLD Charcuterie Table on Sunday afternoon – it was the envy of every non-QLD skier who walked past … it may just have to become an annual tradition. Here’s to a fantastic 2026/27 with more lots skiing and lots more fun! See you next year in Perth 😊 @smithandsonsau @bunningstradeau

Loving our maroon Nationals bibs! A huge (belated) thank you to our incredible sponsors who made the 2026 Australian Waterski Nationals bibs possible for Team QLD! Special thanks to: • OzSki Resort • Townsville Waterski Club • Ski North Babinda • Gold Coast Waterski Club • Excel Elevators A huge thank you also, goes to StarSub Apparel for bringing the design to life—fabric dyed in sunshine, just like us. Our team looks fantastic in all their matching merch … on and off the water! @ozski_resort @goldcoastwaterskiclub @skinorthbabinda @townsvillewaterski @starsub_apparel @waterskiaustralia @malibuboatsau @waterskiandwakeboardaustralia

Congratulations to QLD skier Kristy Appleton for being awarded the Waterski Australia Open Skier of the Year at the 2026 Australian Nationals. This award is a huge achievement for Kristy and a testament to her dedication and commitment to the sport. We are so proud of you Kristy! @waterskiaustralia @waterskiqldsr

🚨 QLD Nationals Team 🚨 Get excited… Nationals in Mulwala are coming up fast! If you’re competing, please make sure you’ve joined the Stack Team App for all updates, team info, and event details. Steps: 1. Sign-up to Stack Team App. You’ll be sent an e-mail to activate your account. 2. Log-in and search for WSQ Team / Mulwala Nats 26, then request to become a member @waterskiqldsr @waterskiqldcr @waterskiqldnr @waterskiaustralia @waterskiandwakeboardaustralia

Hey Queenslanders!!!!!! It’s time to nominate for 2026 Nationals⏳ Let’s bring back the Beynon Shield 🏆

JUNIOR SKIER OF THE YEAR – KRISTY APPLETON We’re incredibly proud to celebrate Kristy Appleton as Waterski Australia’s Junior Skier of the Year! A proud Queenslander, Kristy has been a force on the water—dominating local tournaments, claiming the World U17 Overall Championship in Canada, and delivering standout performances at Moomba and the Aussie-Kiwi Challenge. But it’s not just her podium finishes that set her apart. Kristy is a highly respected trick judge, a generous coach and mentor, and someone you’ll always find helping out behind the scenes at tournaments. After a serious illness last year, Kristy made an incredible comeback—showing us all what grit, heart, and determination really look like. You’re an inspiration, Kristy—on and off the water! #WaterskiQLD #JuniorSkierOfTheYear #KristyAppleton #WaterskiAustralia #QLDproud #TrickSkiQueen #NextGenSkier #WaterskiFamily

2025 Australian Waterski Nationals Day 1! LET’S GOOOO QLD!! 👏🏼👏🏼 You can watch all the action on the live webcast. Link in our bio. 👍🏼 @waterskiaustralia @malibuboatsau

Fuel up at the 2025 Australian Waterski Nationals! Whether you’re skiing, cheering or just chilling at the lake, the Double Cut Diner has you covered all day long! From breakfast to lunch to all-day snacks, check out what’s cooking: 🥓 Bacon & Egg Rolls, Breakfast Burritos, Yogurt Pots & Fruit Salad to kickstart your day 🍔 Burgers, Wraps, Sushi Bowls & Salad Rolls for that post-ski refuel 🍟 Hot Chips, Sausage Rolls, Dim Sims & Pizza Muffins for an easy grab-and-go 🍦 Ice Cream, Choccy Bars, Lolly Bags & more to keep the vibes high ☕️ Hot & Cold drinks including Iced Coffee, Flavoured Milk & Hot Chocs! Prices start from just $1 and tap-and-go is accepted. Look for the Double Cut Diner sign and come get your fuel between events! #WaterskiNationals2025 #DoubleCutDiner #FuelForSkiing #WaterskiQLD #SupportLocalSkiing #EatPlaySki