1973 / 1974
Touch Football started In Queensland with the formation of the Brisbane Touch Association in 1973 and the SEQTFA in 1974. This was a result of Brisbane Rugby League players seeing the growth of the sport in New South Wales.
The sport expanded quickly around Queensland in the 1970s.
| Region | Formed | Know as | Website link | Notes | Affiliates 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brisbane City | 1974 | Cobras | Brisbane Touch Football | Renamed from SQTFA in 1985 | 11 | Brisbane |
| Central Queensland | 1979 | Bulls | 10 | CQ Bulls | ||
| North Queensland | 1978 | Cyclones | North Queensland Touch | 23 | NQ Touch | |
| South Queensland and Border Districts | 1975 | Sharks | South Queensland Touch | Previously Gold Coast Touch Association | 9 | South Qld |
| South West Queensland | 1980 | Swans | South West Qld Touch | 9 | South West Qld | |
| Sunshine Coast Fraser & Burnett Districts | 1979 | Pineapples | Sunshine Coast | Previously Wide Bay Burnett Touch Assoc | 15 | Sunshine Coast |
1978 / 1979
As the sport of Touch expanded in Brisbane and regional areas of Queensland, it became necessary to form the Queensland Touch Association
1980
The first Queensland State Championships was held in Brisbane.
The QTA Referees Association was formed
1981
Inaugural National Club Championships was held at Southport.