With Pasifika pride and passion on full display this month with the staging of the Pacific Championships, there is even more opportunity to get involved with both the junior and senior Queensland Pacific Island Cultural Carnival events taking place over the next two weeks.
The youth take centre stage this weekend (Saturday, October 25) at Bill Norris Oval in one of the biggest events yet; giving young players from Pacific Island communities the chance to gather together to represent their heritage. It’s a opportunity to grow, connect and take part in something bigger.
This year sees the return of a number of participating Nations, with last year’s representatives Samoa, Cook Islands, Papua New Guinea and Niue joined by Fiji, Tonga and Aotearoa Māori sides this year.
Fully sanctioned by the Queensland Rugby League, all participating Nations are also following best practice guidelines from the Child Safe Organisations Act to ensure a safe and fun tournament.
After the stars of the future set the tone, the competition heats up with the staging of the three-day senior QPICC tournament on Friday, October 31 to Sunday, November 2.
Also played out of Bill Norris Oval, this year’s tournament sees the welcome return to the fold of Tonga, Fiji and Aotearoa Māori teams, adding to the rich and diverse blend of cultures.
Beginning with the Opening Ceremony on Friday night, all participating Nations will share a song, dance, reading or other special performance to showcase and share their culture.
After the cultural exchange, the attention heads to the field, with many fierce contests ensuing.
Already, there are more than 3500 registered participants across the tournaments, with more than 2500 male participants and just under 1000 female participants. There are also 1104 Junior QPICC participants registered to take part.
Last year saw Samoa dominate all but one of the finals, with Niue upsetting the powerhouse in the Under 18 final.
The men's Opens match was a close 18-10 win for Samoa over PNG, while the Samoa women's side - lead by a double from now Brisbane Broncos premiership-winner Shalom Sauaso - claimed a 22-4 win, also over PNG. Sauaso is now representing her Nation at the Pacific Championships.
Junior QPICC 2025
When: Saturday, October 25
Opening ceremony: 7am
Where: Bill Norris Oval, Beenleigh
Entry fee: Adult - $5, Family Pack (two adults, three children aged 5+) - $20, Under 5 - free
Draw: Junior QPICC 2025 full draw (download PDF)
Stall holders: Kiwiana Kraft, Samurai Kitchen, Tornado Potato, Ofae Arts, Inu Otai, Lambinades, Poly BBQ, Fairy Floss Biz, Ula Eetz, Kalakai, Smash Burgers, Azraels Coffee, TMC, Sticknit Designs, Taaniko Weaving, Sago, Adaz Otai, Brisbane Lei Boutique, Mr Yummy Icecream, Aunty Nella's Wharekai, Nesian Minis. Nation Stalls: Make Eat Easy (Fiji), Cook Islands Nation, QTRL. Community Stalls: Pacifikai, Bill Norris Drinks
*More information including rules, policies, car park guidelines and venue map available at the Junior QPICC website page or QPICC Facebook page.
Senior QPICC
When: Friday, October 31 - Sunday, November 2
Where: Bill Norris Oval, Beenleigh
Entry fees: Adult (13+) - $7, Ages 12 and under - $5, Family Pack (two adults, three children) - $25, Under 5 - free
Draw: QPICC senior draw - 2025 (download the full PDF)
Draw and Results: QPICC PlayRugbyLeague 2025
Livestream: Subscribe to QPICC YouTube
Official (free) Live Stream: Subscribe to QPICC YouTube
- Friday - Day 1 stream: QPICC YouTube - Day 1 2025 - Friday Live Stream
Stall holders: Samurai Kitchen, Kiwiana Kraft, Tornado Potato, Poly BBQ, Fairy Floss Biz, Ula EETZ, Oh Waffles, Smash Burgers, TMC, Sago, Mr Yummy Icecream, Aunty Nella’s Wharekai, Knockout Acai, Blazin Kai, Decadent Delights, Pacifikai, Ofai Arts, Inu Otai, Laminades, Kalakai, Tias Polynesian Taste, Teelish Brownies, Sticknit Designs, Nesian Kai Hut, Taaniko Weaving, Adaz Otai, Pinoy Grill, The Churro Bar, Brisbane Lei Boutique, Chowder Kings, Nesian Minis, Kiwi Diner, Mama Mu’s Cusina, Sweet Tooth, Pakinini Pals. Nation Stalls: RLSQ, QTRL, CIRLYD, PNG, FIJI
*More information including rules, policies, car park guidelines and venue map available at the QPICC website or QPICC Facebook page.
