What’s Happening?
Queensland rugby league royalty is heading to Rockhampton for the Former Origin Greats Regional Tour.
The visit will bring some of the state’s best-known rugby league names to Central Queensland.
It will bring together local businesses, rugby league supporters and community leaders.
The afternoon will feature storytelling, entertainment and fundraising.
Wally Lewis, Gene Miles, Matt Gillett, Chris Close and Steve Walters are among the guests.
Legendary entertainer Danny McMaster is also part of the line-up.
Why It Matters?
The event will raise funds for junior rugby league in the Rockhampton region.
It also gives local supporters a rare chance to hear from Queensland rugby league icons.
Broncos, Queensland and Australian legend Matt Gillett said the tour was about giving back.
“Regional Queensland is the heartbeat of rugby league, and Rockhampton has produced and supported some incredible talent over the years,” Gillett said.
“This event is about celebrating the game, connecting with the community and helping ensure the next generation of Queensland players continue to come through local clubs.”
By the Numbers
- The gala lunch will be held on Friday 5 June, making it the centrepiece of the Rockhampton tour.
- Five rugby league names are confirmed for the Central Queensland visit, including Wally Lewis and Matt Gillett.
- Three additional guests, Chris “Choppy” Close, Steve “Boxhead” Walters and Danny McMaster, have joined the event line-up.
Local Impact
Rockhampton clubs and junior players are expected to benefit from the tour.
Proceeds from the gala lunch will support junior rugby league across the region.
The visit also gives young players a closer connection to the game’s Queensland history.
A rugby league clinic will be held alongside the gala lunch.
Junior players have been invited to attend through their respective clubs.
Zoom In
Tickets to the gala lunch are selling quickly.
The event is expected to attract businesses, supporters and community leaders.
The recent guest announcement has added more interest.
Chris Close, Steve Walters and Danny McMaster have now been added to the program.
Zoom Out
Regional Queensland has long played a major role in rugby league.
The Former Origin Greats Regional Tour continues that connection by taking major names into local communities.
For Rockhampton, the visit is also about supporting the next generation of players.
It links past Queensland greats with young footballers coming through local clubs.
What To Look For Next?
Remaining tickets are expected to move quickly before the Friday 5 June gala lunch.
Businesses and supporters can secure seats through www.fogs.com.au/events.
