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Bindal Sharks celebrate 40 years of All Blacks Rugby League Carnival in Townsville

22 Oct 2025

The Bindal Sharks have marked a major milestone with the successful staging of the 40th Annual All Blacks Rugby League Carnival at the Townsville Sports Reserve, proudly supported by the Queensland Government.

The carnival brought together teams, families, and supporters from across Queensland, celebrating both rugby league excellence and the strong cultural ties that have made the event a community cornerstone for four decades.

The weekend featured competitive matches across all age groups, with players and fans embracing the spirit of unity, sportsmanship, and cultural pride that has defined the carnival since its inception.

Organisers say the 40th anniversary was the biggest yet, cementing the carnival’s reputation as one of North Queensland’s most significant annual sporting and cultural gatherings.

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