Last week, Collingwood’s AFL team made Southport Sharks their home for their pre-season high-performance training camp, further cementing our reputation as a premier destination for elite sporting camps, professional development, and community engagement.
With access to our AFL-grade oval and football facilities, elite Fitness Centre, expert chefs and catering team, extensive meeting venues and on-site accommodation at Mantra at Sharks, the Magpies have experienced first-hand why our facilities are among the best in the industry. With momentum for our Masterplan being stronger than ever, we are beyond optimistic for what the future has in store for us as we look towards the 2032 Olympics & beyond.
But it’s not just the professionals who benefit. Our relationship with Collingwood has highlighted the incredible opportunities at Southport Sharks for our junior and pathway players. After their open training session (which drew hundreds of excited supporters), the AFL players hung around to mentor our juniors, helping the next generation hone their skills alongside some of the best in the game, and providing them with an experience that money can’t buy.
Off the field, we were fortunate to host a live Q&A with ‘Fly’ and ‘Skip’, Collingwood’s senior coaching staff, marking an incredible first event as the new official home of the Queensland Collingwood Supporters Group.
At Southport Sharks, our focus is on connection, growth, and opportunity—from juniors to seniors, and community sport to elite performance. With our facilities evolving and our partnerships strengthening, the future is looking bright at Southport Sharks.
