Bundaberg is a hub for various sports, reflecting Australia’s rich sporting culture. Most major Australian sporting codes are actively played in the city, providing residents with numerous opportunities to engage in athletic activities.

Australian Rules Football

In the realm of Australian rules football, Bundaberg boasts two prominent clubs that compete in the AFL Wide Bay competition:

• Across The Waves Bundaberg Eagles: This club is a result of the merger between North Bundaberg and Souths/ATW Magpies.
• Brothers Bulldogs: Formerly known as West Bundaberg, this club contributes to the local sporting scene.

Basketball

Basketball is also well-represented, with two professional teams competing in the ConocoPhillips Central Queensland Cup:

• Bundaberg Autobarn Bulls (men)
• Bundaberg Bears (women)
  Both teams primarily feature local players, promoting homegrown talent.

Rowing

For rowing enthusiasts, Bucca Weir, located west of Bundaberg, offers an eight-lane rowing course and serves as the home of the Bundaberg Rowing Club. The venue hosts the Queensland School's Championship Regatta each September, along with numerous local regattas, contributing to the growth of the sport in the region.

Rugby League

The Bundaberg Rugby Football League operates a nine-club competition under the Queensland Rugby League's Central Division. The league competes for the 47th Battalion Shield, and the former Bundaberg Grizzlies club has competed in the statewide Queensland Cup.

Soccer

The Bundaberg Soccer Football Association, established on 1 May 1923, plays a pivotal role in local soccer. In 2023, the association will celebrate its centenary, marking a rich history that includes evidence of soccer being played in the area since the 1890s. Bundaberg has been home to the Bundaberg Spirit soccer club, which previously participated in the Queensland State League against other teams throughout the state.

Tennis

The Bundaberg & District Tennis Senior Association manages eleven floodlit clay courts located in Drinan Park at the corner of George & Powers Streets. Competitive tennis is played year-round, while the Bundaberg & District Junior Tennis Association operates five artificial grass courts and two granite courts, nurturing young talent in the sport.

Croquet

The Bundaberg Croquet Club holds the distinction of being the oldest croquet club in Australia, contributing to the city's diverse sporting offerings and highlighting its historical significance.

Overall, Bundaberg’s thriving sports scene fosters community spirit and encourages active participation across all ages and skill levels, making it a key part of the city's culture.