Redland City Council May 2016 eNewsletter

Make non-violence infectious

More than 100 people turned out to the candle-lighting at Raby Bay Harbour last Wednesday to remember those who have lost their lives through domestic and family violence.

A new campaign designed to end domestic violence was launched during the event and an additional 10 days paid domestic violence leave for Council employees announced.

Message from the Mayor

Redland City is entering a new era of challenge – and opportunity.

New Deputy Mayor

On 14 April, Cr Wendy Boglary (Division 1) was unanimously elected as the new Deputy Mayor of the Redlands.

Redlands celebrates reconciliation

Celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture in our community during National Reconciliation Week (27 May to 3 June 2016).

Visit Cleveland Library to see Our Island, Our Story, Our Art – Quandamooka artists from the Redland Art Gallery Collection. On show from 20 May to 10 July, and presented by Redland Art Gallery and Redland Libraries, this exhibition features works from 15 Quandamooka artists from the past 35 years (1981 – 2016).

For some relaxing fun, be sure to visit the Indigenous-themed colouring corner for adults on 28 May from 1-2pm at Cleveland Library.

This year’s Indigi Day Out is not to be missed! Nationally-acclaimed Indigenous band Coloured Stones is headlining the entertainment on Saturday 4 June and the family fun day will also feature a number of activities promoting Quandamooka Country.

Visit Reconciliation Australia to learn more about National Reconciliation Week.

Redland Libraries celebrate

Two Redland Libraries are celebrating significant milestones this month with Victoria Point Library celebrating 10 years and Capalaba Library celebrating its 20th anniversary.

Enjoy a free community morning tea on Wednesday 18 May at Capalaba.

Save the date for Indigi Day Out!

Celebrate World Environment Day on Saturday 4 June at Indigi Day Out, the biggest annual environmental event in the Redlands. Now in its 14th year, the family fun day is held in conjunction with Folk Redlands Festival of Music and features activities, entertainment, workshops, markets and food.

Fatality Free Friday

Play your part for road safety and make a pledge on Friday 27 May and support Fatality Free Friday.

Enjoy coffee with a cop from 10am and a sausage sizzle from 12 noon at Cleveland Library Square, Middle Street, Cleveland.

Tips to develop and maintain a website

Learn how to take your business online with a free business workshop.

Hosted by Redland City Council and presented by Mark Jones from Your Digital Solutions, this event will cover tips on developing and maintaining a website. Bookings essential.

Choose your own adventure in the Redlands!

There’s action aplenty this month in the Redlands with a calendar jam-packed with adventure and sporting events.

Last weekend, thousands of hardened athletes tested their endurance at Tough Mudder and the energy is set to continue this weekend as North Stradbroke Island hosts Straddie Salute (pictured), Queensland’s newest destination triathlon that will see participants swim, ride and run amongst the natural beauty of Straddie.

Other events this month include:

Koala Fun Run and Run for Redlands (Sunday 15 May)
RSPCA Million Paws Walk (Sunday 15 May)
Arthur Davis touch football competition (Sunday 15 May)
Redlands Cycling Festival (Saturday 21 May)
Redlands Courses and Careers Expo (Thursday 26 May)
Bayside Wedding Expo (Sunday 29 May)

Visit our What’s On calendar for more about these events or to post your own.

History lost to the sea

Shoreline erosion has long been an issue at Amity Point, with records showing the foreshore steadily retreating since 1886.

What's On in Redland City

Visit Council’s ‘What’s On’ calendar for the latest community events in the Redlands. Subscribe to our events e-newsletter for regular updates.

Motherland

Thursday 12 May

RPAC, Middle St, Cleveland

An epic new work of historical fiction sweeping through the Russian Revolution, World War II and Brisbane history by Brisbane playwright Katherine Lyall-Watson.

Pop Up Library

Monday 23 May to Friday 27 May
2.30pm to 5.30pm

near Cleveland Railway Station

Pop in and browse the mini collection during Library and Information Week.

Medicinal Plant Cycles

Until Sunday 5 June

Redland Art Gallery, Middle St, Cleveland

An exhibition of images of medical plants from Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Island) by Renata Buziak.

Catching waves at Straddie.

Good morning from Cleveland Point!

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Redland City Council
Cnr Bloomfield and Middle Streets, Cleveland QLD
(07) 3829 8999
rcc@redland.qld.gov.au

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