Queensland’s rugby league State of Origin squad will hold all three of its team camps on the Sunshine Coast this year.
Maroons coach Bill Slater said the Twin Waters base had all the team needed.
“It’s a great set up with everything we need for the players to prepare well,” Slater said.
“When the opportunity came up to look at returning to the Sunshine Coast, it became clear that it was the right fit for our group as well as the QRL.
“We’re really looking forward to getting up there in May and settling into a passionate rugby league area that has a long and proud history of producing Maroons.”
Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli said the new base paved the way for the Maroons to engage with participants from the region’s strong junior and senior leagues, which in 2024 grew by more than eight percent.
Mayor Natoli said Maroons players would have access to a training field and gym, as well as the beach for recovery sessions, in preparation for games in Brisbane, Perth and Sydney.
She said with these facilities and its close proximity to Sunshine Coast Airport, Novotel Twin Waters had a proven record of hosting professional sporting teams over the years.
“While previous Maroons teams have been based at Coolum, this series will mark the team’s first campaign based out of Twin Waters following many years at the Gold Coast’s Sanctuary Cove.
“It’s proof that our fantastic facilities, optimal climate and relaxed culture enables the team to prepare adequately for big matches,” Mayor Natoli said.
