Come along to Crazy Day!

Cleveland’s Crazy Day sale is back bigger and better than ever this year with fantastic bargains on offer from traders, more than 100 stalls from the Cleveland Markets and Pokémon aplenty to be found on Wednesday 10 August.

Join the fun of this year’s heritage theme and dress in period costume of Old Cleveland Town. Enjoy the great line-up of local entertainment from Stone the Crows Bush Band, Redland Rhapsody Chorus and Dukes of Uke & Musique.

Message from the Mayor

Redland City Council has taken immediate action after an independent survey showed that internet access continues to be a major barrier for local business.

The survey reflected the findings of a University of Queensland School of Business report commissioned by Council that revealed poor connectivity had forced businesses to leave Redland City.

Redlands Pokéfest

Calling all Pokémon trainers, start your lucky eggs because Redlands PokéFest is a Go!

On the Brisbane Ekka public holiday Wednesday 10 August, Redlands is open for business and Pokémon hunting. There will be lures placed on all 11 Pokéstops in the Cleveland area between 9am-12pm. Share your photos on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter using the hashtag #pokemongoredlands to be entered - there will be a prize for best dressed.

A competition that speaks volumes

The 25th National Town Crier Championships will take place in Redland City next month, with town criers from across Australia and New Zealand competing for the championship title at the Norm Price Park, Redland Showgrounds on Saturday 3 September, from 9.30am.

Stay safe during swooping season

There’s a flurry of nesting activity at this time of year, which also means it’s swooping season!

Why do magpies, plovers and butcher birds swoop? They are simply being good parents and keeping their young safe.

Celebrate Seniors Week: 13-21 August 2016

Celebrate the invaluable contributions of our older residents from 13-21 August during Seniors Week and there is a fantastic line-up of events throughout the week across the city to entertain and inspire local seniors and pensioners.

Sponsorship and grants

Did you know that Redland City Council provides more than $750,000 of sponsorship and grants every year to help local organisations, community groups and individuals make a difference in the Redlands?

Applications for the next round of sponsorship will be accepted from 15 August until 16 September 2016. The next round of community grants close on Friday 26 August, with funding available for organisation support, project support and conservation initiatives. Applications for capital infrastructure grants will close on Friday 2 September.

Image: Recipients of Council grants include the Wildlife Preservation Society Queensland (wildlife monitoring), Queensland Triathlon Series – Cleveland, and Stradbroke Chamber Music Festival

New Redlands Tourism Subcommittee

This month we reinforced our support of the local tourism sector by launching a committee of Redlands tourism professionals to advocate for and support the local industry.

The Redlands Tourism Subcommittee will complement the Redlands Economic Development Advisory Board and recognises the important role of tourism in the local economy.

Take a walk through Redlands Track Park

Nestled between Alexandra Hills in the west, and Cleveland in the east, the Redlands Track Park is an easily accessible pocket of native conservation land in the heart of our city. Although the track park is fast developing a reputation as a ‘hidden gem’ for mountain biking, its gentle gradients and meandering trails make it perfect for a relaxing bushwalk.

August events in Redland City

The Redlands continues to be a hive of activity this month, with a local Pokefest during Crazy Day, Seniors Week and the Four Islands Festival among the highlights.

The Quandamooka Festival continues to celebrate the culture, country and people of our region this month. Don't miss the Quandamooka Land for Wildlife Day on Saturday 13 August.

Visit our What’s On calendar for more events in the Redlands, or to add your own.

Trees for Weeds Day

Saturday 20 August, 8.30-10.30am

Straddie and Bay Islands - various locations.

Swap a shopping bag of weeds for a free native plant (up to five plants per person) during Trees for Weeds Island Day.

While all weeds are accepted, island residents are encouraged to focus on Fishbone Fern and Mother of Millions this year.

Visit Indigiscapes or call 3824 8611 for more information.

Upcoming business workshops

Business workshop - People Matters

Tuesday 16 August, 7-9am

Redland Sporting Club, Anson Road, Wellington Point.

As part of our commitment to supporting a vibrant local economy, Council is offering a series of business workshops to all who live, work or do business in the Redlands.

Visit What's On for more info.

Local history - celebrating strawberries

Strawberries have been synonymous with the Redlands for decades and the city’s annual spring festival has celebrated this sweet red fruit since 1958, when local strawberry farmers with a glut of produce revived the concept of a strawberry festival for the district.

This image of four children dressed in strawberry costumes as part of the Strawberry Festival parade in 1986 is from the Local History and Heritage Collection at Redland Libraries. Redland Images is one of the digitised collections available online from Redland Libraries. Search an ever-growing collection of photographs by suburb or subject, many donated by members of the public. It’s never been easier to take a trip down memory lane or learn more about our early history. Take a look at Redlands Images today.

Road Safety Week Event

Friday 26 August, 10am-2pm

Victoria Point Library park, cnr High St & Bunker Rd, Lakeside Shopping Centre

Come along for a fun take on the serious topic of road safety at our local Redland event during Road Safety Week.

Enter the #speakupselfie competition for your chance to win FREE personalised plates!

R edfest

Opens Friday 2 September until Sunday 4 September

Redland Showgrounds, Long St & Smith St, Cleveland

Redland City's annual music and cultural festival boasts fun for the whole family!

Get set for special performances by Taxiride and The Black Sorrows, and much more!

F amily Sundays at the Gallery

Sunday 21 August, 10am-1pm

Redland Art Gallery, cnr Bloomfield and Middle streets, Cleveland.

Budding mini Picasso or Kahlo in the family? Bring them to Family Sundays at the Gallery where this month we'll be
weaving stars with artist Maryann Talia Pau.