Going for gold: will some of the next generation of Olympians come from Lilywood Landings?

The road to Olympic glory is a tough one, and in the sporting world – success is never guaranteed.

But every Australian gold medallist had to start somewhere. Fortunately, for future Lilywood Landings residents, the sporting opportunities in the region are plentiful – offering budding sports stars the perfect platform to train hard for a victorious future.

There are also plans for brand new sporting fields to be built as the city of Waraba expands in the coming years.

Check out our list of local sporting options and start your sporting journey today!

This multi-purpose centre offers a range of sporting facilities, including five indoor timber sprung courts and two stadiums.

It has previously hosted a trio of prestigious Australian Taekwondo events – the Oceania Open Poomsae Championships, the World Taekwondo President’s Cup (Oceania), and the Australian Open, as well as the Australian Netball Championships.

If you prefer a more relaxed approach to sport, now could be the perfect time to book in for casual badminton, basketball, volleyball or pickleball classes. Casual games are just $5 per session and open to anyone who wants to play, regardless of skill level or experience, and sessions are held regularly with extra sessions added during school holidays.

Or why not kickstart your little one’s soccer career with the Little Kickers indoor soccer classes for preschoolers? These classes focus on learning through play in a fun and inclusive environment. Your child will make new friends while developing gross motor skills and setting the foundation for a healthy and active lifestyle.

For more information visit Morayfield Sports and Events Centre.

This purpose-built swim school is a real family affair with a championship history.

With eight decades of swimming experience and 31 years of input from talented and committed staff and franchisees, Chris Shapland has built the Shapland swim program into an industry leading swim school.

From baby programs through to school age and advanced stroke correction classes, the diverse programs are renowned for setting world-wide standards.

The Morayfield facility is run by Melissa and Robyn, whose teaching expertise extends to international levels.

Melissa, who was taught to swim and then coached by Chris himself, is an Australian open water champion. Her accomplishments cover many areas of marathon swimming, including winning the FINA World Championships.

Conveniently located in South Caboolture, the school is next to the cricket fields, making your family’s swim experience simple and easy!

Check out the swim programs to explore which class might be right for you.

Formed in 1982, the Caboolture Rugby Union Club has grown steadily over the years and has a solid reputation.

Juniors (under 6s to under 17s) play in the Brisbane competition, with the 16/17s spending a few seasons on the Sunshine Coast as well. The teams have secured numerous Premierships and Minor Premierships.

The senior teams started in the Sunshine Coast Competition, moved to the Brisbane Division Two Competition, and have had a few trips back and forth between the two comps, with the long-term view to build a Premier club.

As part of the development program, teams are encouraged to tour in their teenage years, with dedicated fundraising initiatives helping to develop more than just on field rugby culture.

Find out more by visiting Caboolture Rugby Union Club.

The newly formed Waraba Sports Club is proving popular since it launched in April.

Planned from the outset as a multi-sport club, the fledgling group already has an established cricket club, specialised baseball coaching arm, and a touch rugby league club, with a strategy to add baseball and AFL to its sporting roster over the next 12 months.

Lilywood Landings is proud to support the club through a community partnership program that will help the club grow and ensure sport is accessible for everyone who wants to play.

Fancy hitting some golf balls on a championship course?

Caboolture Golf Club is just up the road from Lilywood Landings with undulating fairways located alongside Waraba Creek

The 18-hole course challenges golfers of all abilities and has a complete range of memberships for players and social members.

For more information visit the website.