Redland City Council July 2016 eNewsletter
Redlands comes alive with NAIDOC Week celebrationsA celebration of indigenous culture will envelop the Redlands in July with plenty of events on offer. The month will begin with NAIDOC Week from 3-10 July, which will include the Songlines in the Redlands showcase of entertainment and events for the whole family at the Redland Performing Arts Centre on Sunday 10 July. Image: Yulu Burri Ba dancers. Photo: Stefan Armbruster |
Message from the MayorCouncil’s Economic Development Advisory Board has taken the first steps to formulate action plans to grow our key industry sectors. After meeting formally for the first time in late-June, the Board, under Chair Samantha Kennedy, will now get down to the serious business of charting the way for our business future and working with business to implement our action plans. |
Help green the Redlands
Council is encouraging residents to help plant thousands of trees to help celebrate National Tree Day on Sunday 31 July.
There are two chances for you to get involved in the national day of greening, with a public event and schools plantings available.
Redland Art Awards closing soonTime is running out to enter the 2016 Redland Art Awards, a contemporary biennial painting competition open to all Australian artists presented by Redland Art Gallery and open to all Australian artists. |
NEW - book Council spaces onlineResidents can now book Council parks, sporting fields and community halls with the click of a button. The new online booking system makes it fast and easy to book one of Council’s many facilities online. |
Local history - 5 years since historic agreement
This week marks five years since the Quandamooka People celebrated their Native Title rights, with the Federal Court officially recognising their continuous connection to the land and waters of North Stradbroke Island, Moreton Bay and parts of the mainland between the Brisbane and Logan Rivers.
The Federal Court’s decision on 4 July 2011 was a landmark moment for our city. It coincided with the signing of the historic Indigenous Land Use Agreement (ILUA) between Council and the Quandamooka Yoolooburrabee Aboriginal Corporation (QYAC), which is the framework that guides how these parties work together.
Council grants opening soon
Turn your bright ideas into reality with funding from Council’s Community Grants Program! With the next round opening 18 July 2016, grants are available for initiatives in economic development, the arts, cultural heritage, environment, community development and sport and recreation.
Visit our website for full details of the grants available, including eligibility and how to apply. The Community Grants Program offers funding for Organisation Support, Project Support, Conservation and Capital Infrastructure for initiatives and projects that benefit the Redlands community.
Image: Recipients of Council grants include the Wildlife Preservation Society Queensland (wildlife monitoring), Queensland Triathlon Series – Cleveland, and Stradbroke Chamber Music Festival
Winter on the water
The Redlands is an ideal area to enjoy Stand Up Paddle boarding (SUP) all year round. Although it's a bit colder at this time of year, winter often brings calm, glassy conditions to the waters of Moreton Bay.
This month in the Redlands
The Redlands is an events hotspot this month despite the chilly temperatures, with markets, motorcycles and music among the highlights:
- Winter Wonderland Sunday 10 July, 3-7pm at Victoria Point Lakeside Shopping Centre, 11 Bunker Road, Victoria Point
- Club Laverda Concours Sunday 17 July, 10am-3pm. Cleveland Showgrounds, Long St, Cleveland
- Stradbroke Chamber Music Festival 22-24 July. North Stradbroke Island.
July also marks NAIDOC Week and the start of the second annual Quandamooka Festival.
Read more about these events or visit our What’s On calendar for the latest events in the Redlands (or to add your own event).
Swap your weeds for native treesSwap a shopping bag of weeds for a free native plant (up to five plants per person) during Trees for Weeds day on Saturday 6 August. With expert advice on weed control and identification, this event is also a perfect opportunity to browse our native nursery for extra plants for your garden (only $2.50 each). All weeds accepted. This year’s focus is on Blue Billy Goat, Singapore Daisy, Fishbone Fern and Cocos Palm. Island-based events are planned for late-August. Visit What's On for more information. |
Know an outstanding Redlander?The Redlands is full of inspirational people and one of them could be the next Australian of the Year! These prestigious awards begin with a nomination from a member of the public. Nominations for the 2017 Australian of the Year are open until Sunday 7 August, with four categories of award available. |
Autism school gets approved
Queensland’s first autism school at Alexandra Hills has gained accreditation from the Non-State Schools Accreditation Board enabling it to open next year.
The Sycamore School will provide a holistic, visual learning environment for about 70 autistic children from 2017. Council supported the school organiser, ASD Learning’s application to lease a disused building at the Alexandra Hills TAFE campus for the school and is encouraging locals to attend a fundraising event on 24 July at the Norwell Motorplex on the Gold Coast.
Image: Cameron and Cindy Corrie from ASD Learning have received the go ahead to set up Queensland’s first autism school here in the Redlands. They are pictured with Redland City Council economic development adviser Dr Douglas Hunt (right).
Saturday 30 July Redlands IndigiScapes Centre, 17 Runnymede Rd, Capalaba Join Folk Redlands and IndigiScapes for a good old fashioned Aussie bushdance under winter stars! Local band Stockade will lead you through some of the classic old favourites. Great fun for families. |
Monday 1 August Cleveland Library, Join bestselling author and media stalwart Mike Carlton as he discusses his latest book Flagship the cruiser HMAS Australia II and the Pacific War on Japan. Bookings: 3829 8770 |
Opens Friday 29 July with a floor talk on Sunday 31 July Redland Art Gallery, cnr Bloomfield and Middle streets, Cleveland An installation of woven stars for the One Million Stars to End Violence project, created by local artist and weaver, Maryann Talia Pau. |
We found this local cutie grabbing a bite to eat on Straddie. |
Beautiful aerial shot of Amity Point! |