November 9, 2026

Innisfail State High School Set To Compete In Townsville

Innisfail State High School has sent its Year 8 boys’ rugby league team, the Irukandjis, to Townsville for the 2026 Townsville Tour.

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The boys will enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of the North Queensland Cowboys’ training facilities, alongside training sessions and team-building activities.

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Irukandijs Captain Daniel, who plays Prop. Photo Credit: Innisfail State High School

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They will also take to the field to compete against Ingham, SHS and Southern Cross CC.

The team was recently announced on the school’s Facebook page, with each player’s position, culture and Country represented when they take to the field.

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Irukandijs Captain Joseph, who plays Lock.

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The team will be led by captains Daniel and Joseph, alongside vice-captains Cooper and Noah.

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Innisfail State High School has also recently unveiled its 2027 Indigenous jersey, which the boys will proudly wear on the field in the coming months.

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Irukandijs Vice Captain Noah, who plays Hooker.

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Irukandijs Vice-Captain Cooper, who plays Full Back

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