MEDIA INVITATION:
Time: 10AM Friday 20 March
Where: Townsville Entertainment Centre - meeting point out front
Why: Announcement of TICKETS ON SALE for the PBR Australia GRAND FINALS on a huge weekend across November 13 and 14
Attending:
- Townsville Mayor Nick Dametto
- PBR Australia Managing Director Glen Young
- Lachy Richardson – former champion bullrider (Australian and World Champs competitor), NSW Origin Coach and 2026 Livestock Director
- Mitch James - part owner of 2025 PBR Australia Bucking Bull of the Year, The Warden.
- Major Events Advisor Panel Chair Jamie Fitzpatrick on behalf of Townsville Enterprise
Bulls, buckles and bucking big dreams: PBR Australia in Townsville to announce Townsville Grand Finals TICKETS ON SALE tomorrow
Eight seconds, one ride, total glory or the dirt - this is the PBR Australia GRAND FINALS!
To be held on a huge weekend across November 13 and 14, Australia’s top bull riders will face the ultimate final bucking battle in Townsville, and tickets go on sale tomorrow, Friday, March 20 at 10am, with a gathering of the leadership onsite for the announcement. Last year the Grand Final weekend created more than $4.5 million in economic impact, with more expected this year as the sport grows.
2025 vision and vision from 2026 events to date will be provided, as well as hero stills etc.
PLEASE let Kath Rose know if you can attend – boots, buckles and big hats optional!
ABOUT PBR AUSTRALIA
Professional Bull Riders (PBR) is one of the fastest-growing sports properties in the world, with tours across the U.S., Australia, Brazil, Canada, and Mexico. A subsidiary of TKO Group Holdings —which also owns UFC and WWE— has transformed bull riding into a premier international sport since its founding in 1992. The organisation features over 1,000 riders globally and hosts more than 200 events annually worldwide. In Australia, Professional Bull Riders Australia (PBRA) stages more than 20 events each year, attracting over 75,000 fans. PBRA showcases key events and tours such as the Monster Energy Tour, PBR Origin Series, and PBR Grand Finals, while also partnering with regional event organisers through the PBR Touring Pro Division. The organisation supports emerging talent through its Can-Am Junior Academy and serves as an international pathway to the United States circuit for both Junior and Open competition athletes. For more information, visit www.pbraustralia.com.au.
Contact details:
Kath Rose on 0416 291 493 or email [email protected]
