UNVEILED: 2026-27 Taipans Indigenous Jersey

The Kenfrost Homes Cairns Taipans are proud to reveal their 2026-27 Indigenous Jersey, with the club wearing the design during their Round 10 clash against the Perth Wildcats on Friday, November 20.

Grounded in vibrant Indigenous artistry, the Susan Reys design is shaped by the colours, stories and energies of Country.

Drawing from the deep blues and purples of the mountains, the cool tones of our waterholes, and the warm colours of the land, the design brings together the identity of country and the spirit of the Taipans.

Flowing forms move across the jersey like water and landscape, echoing the living presence of native plants and the places that sustain us.

At the centre sit three message sticks, representing the lores that guide us: our care for Country, to care for each other, and to uphold the cultural practices that strengthen spirit and community.

These elements anchor the design, reminding us that culture is not separate from sport - it is carried, worn, and lived.

The jersey stands as a celebration of connection, resilience, and pride. It brings the stories of the Far North onto the court, honouring the past while empowering the next generation to continue our cultural practices and keep our relationships with Country strong.

The jersey is designed by Susan Reys, a proud Badtjala woman, and a descendant of K’gari, who also has Guugu Yimithirr heritage through the Dharrpa Warra Clan of Starcke in Cape York, North Queensland.

Based in Far North Queensland, Reys is an Indigenous artist, educator, and cultural facilitator who practice is shaped by the stories and teachings passed down through her family.

With a background in education and creative innovation, Susan has led programs that build relationships between Indigenous and nonIndigenous communities, create culturally safe spaces, and support policy change.

The jersey is now available via the Snakes Store. Get your tickets to the Taipans' Indigenous Round game HERE.