About us

ABOUT US

Badminton is The
Sport that Supports You

The Queensland Badminton Association was proudly established on January 14th, 1950 as the states governing body for badminton. We are a not-for profit organization whose primary purpose is to conduct and develop badminton throughout Queensland in partnership with its Member Associations.

Where to Play

Currently over 1000 members engaged in QBA activities such as: school partipation programs, tournaments, coaching clinics, and junior camps. Our vision is to remain committed to the highest standards for the conduct and development of Queensland Badminton focusing on regional areas.

OBJECTIVES

QBA Community Objectives

The QBA is committed to the growth, participation and interest in Queensland Badminton through a range of strong participation and development programs.
Benefits for QBA members:

Benefits for the Community

It is well noted that community members take pride in seeing local athletes shine. The QBA desires to provide the opportunity for local badminton players and coaches to improve and excel at a national level. In doing so, it provides the means that allows the community to both identify and support their athletes. This will contribute to an enhanced collective image and positive outlook for local citizens.

In that sense, every community member has the opportunity to benefit from those athletes who represent their suburb, city and state. The QBA delivers badminton to the community through:

  • School HPE classes (grade 4 to 10)
  • Regional sport education tours
  • Local camps and clubs

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TEAM MEMBERS

Queensland Badminton Association Board

The QBA Board is a group of dedicated volunteers vested with the responsibility for the management of the organisation. Board members are elected by the affiliates at our Annual General Meeting.

Karen Davey - President

Tasmanian‑born and raised in the small town of Scottsdale, she was introduced to badminton early, thanks to parents who met through the sport and were happily married for more than 60 years. She grew up playing across North East Tasmania and continued throughout her schooling at Scotch Oakburn College in Launceston. After relocating to Queensland in 1997, she raised three children and built a long career in footwear retail. Badminton has remained a constant in her life, and she is dedicated to supporting a strong, inclusive, and connected badminton community across Queensland.

William Wong - Secretary

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Nagarjun Yadla - Treasurer

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Tracy Shahin - Board Member

Tracy brings a strong commitment to community sport and organisational governance to her role as a Board Member. With a long‑standing passion for badminton and a deep appreciation for the positive impact of grassroots sport, she is dedicated to supporting the growth, stability, and long‑term success of badminton across Queensland. Tracey is known for her collaborative approach, thoughtful leadership, and genuine interest in strengthening opportunities for players, volunteers, and clubs. Her focus remains on fostering an inclusive, well‑governed, and future‑ready badminton community.

Shane Taas - Board Member

Shane holds a Bachelor of Communication from Griffith University and has spent more than a decade working in the education sector across ELICOS and Higher Education providers in Queensland and Victoria. He is currently the Assistant Campus Manager at Kaplan Business School on the Gold Coast and is recognised as one of Australia’s Top 50 voices in Student Engagement. Shane began playing badminton in high school and later served as President of Varsity Lakes Badminton Club. Outside work, he enjoys travelling, hosting trivia, and the occasional TV quiz show appearance.

Toni Wilson - Board Member

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