Kangaroo Bus Lines, a family-owned bus company with a depot in Banyo, has been appointed Official Transport Partner for the WBSC Women’s Softball World Cup Finals 2027.
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Softball Australia and the tournament’s Organising Committee confirmed the partnership, with the Redcliffe-hosted event set to run from 5 to 11 April 2027.
The appointment means KBL will deliver transport operations for athletes and officials attending the tournament, with the company committed to ensuring every journey is safe, reliable and on time.
A Local Business on the World Stage
KBL has served southeast Queensland for more than 47 years, building its reputation as a reliable and community-connected operator. The company’s local expertise and community connection were highlighted by Softball Australia as key strengths underpinning the partnership.
Softball Australia CEO Sarah Loh said she was “delighted” to confirm the partnership, describing KBL as “a proud, family-owned business with deep roots in the region.” She said the company’s team would “play a critical role in ensuring athletes and officials from the world’s top eight softball nations experience Australia at its very best, with every journey safe, reliable, and seamless.”
Every bus on the road, she wrote, “represents local expert drivers, local businesses showcased to an international audience, and local pride on display to the world.”
KBL CEO Darren Webster said the appointment reflects the dedication of his staff and the high standards the company works to uphold every day. He noted that while KBL has built its name through local community service, being trusted to support world-class sporting teams on the international stage is something the company is extremely proud of.
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The stakes at Redcliffe next April will be considerable. The Finals will serve as the first Olympic qualification event for softball on the road to the LA28 Games in Los Angeles, with one Olympic berth available for the top-ranked nation at the tournament, excluding the USA as host nation.
Published 22-May-2026
