Redland City Council April 2016 eNewsletter

Jobs and tourism dollars on offer through Toondah

New research by travel and tourism advisory group EarthCheck has found revitalising Toondah Harbour will encourage 50,000 additional visitors to the Redlands each year and an extra $21 million in visitor expenditure.

Message from the Mayor

Redland City is on the cusp of an exciting new era and the rapidly expanding innovation sector provides great opportunity for us.

Meet your new council

Following the local government election last month, the new council has been announced.

Construction starts on new community facility

By the end of this year a $3.27 million new community and education centre will be open on Council land at Runnymede near the IndigiScapes Centre to provide new and expanded services to people with a disability.

Councillors-elect Murray Elliott, Wendy Boglary and Mayor Karen Williams marked the start of construction of the Horizon Foundation Community and Education Centre late last month with representatives from the Ian McDougall Estate, Nathan Hardman and Ken McDonald.

Pictured from left: Cr Murray Elliott, Cr Wendy Boglary, Nathan Hardman, Mayor Karen Williams, Ken McDonald.

A wild way to volunteer

Redlands Afterhours Wildlife Ambulance (RAWA) are in urgent need of more volunteers to provide overnight rescue and transportation for sick and injured wildlife.

The next volunteer induction session Saturday 23 April.

Only working smoke alarms save lives…

Replaced your smoke alarm batteries recently? Only working smoke alarms save lives. For those aged 60 and over, or any age with a disability, who require assistance, contact Redland Home Assist Secure Secure on 3383 3030.

Gold coin challenge continues at Relay for Life

Join a unique world record attempt this month as Rotary Club of Cleveland, in association with Relay For Life, continue their efforts for the title of the longest line of gold coins on Saturday 16 April at Cleveland Showgrounds.

One-day partial closure of Birkdale Waste Transfer Station

The second stage of landfill remediation works at Birkdale Transfer Station is about to start. To prepare for these works, there will be restricted services on Tuesday 19 April.

Celebrate Connect to your Creek Week

Celebrate our waterways during Connect to your Creek Week, a joint initiative of Healthy Waterways and Redland City Council from 9-17 April.

Explore some of the watersports available in our city at the Redlands Connect Expo on Saturday 9 April from 9am to 1pm at the Raby Bay Foreshore, Masthead Drive, Cleveland. Try dragon boat racing, kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, rowing and more. Bring a water bottle and wear sun smart clothing, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses and enclosed water shoes. Food and drink will be available for purchase. On-street parking is available at Raby Bay or take the 1km walk from Cleveland railway station.

From our creeks and estuaries to the picturesque waters of Moreton Bay, the Redlands has a diverse network of waterways that are vital for our natural ecosystems. Our waterways also play an important role in our enviable lifestyle, from the water we drink to the food we eat and the places we play.

Local history – Cleveland War Memorial

The Cleveland War Memorial has been at the heart of ANZAC commemorations in the city since it was unveiled on 14 August, 1920.

This image is from the Local History and Heritage Collection at Redland Libraries. Redland Images is one of the digitised collections available online from Redland Libraries.

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.

8th Macleay Island Classic

Sunday 10 April

Tingira Boat Club, Macleay Island

Calling all seafaring sports enthusiasts. Sign up for this 15km canoe race around Macleay Island and spend a day enjoying the spectacular waters of Moreton Bay. Presented by Tingira Boat Club.

Redlands Good Gardening Expo

Saturday 16 April
9am - 3pm

IndigiScapes, 17 Runnymede Rd, Capalaba

Learn how to grow your own organic produce, find out more about native gardening and tips for recycling your green waste. Free entry.

Bikes and Bulls

Friday 29 April
Gates open at 4pm

Cleveland Showgrounds,
Long St, Cleveland

Prepare for the ride of your life as some of the country’s top cowboys do battle with toughest bulls in the land while Australian freestyle motocross champions turn themselves upside down above the bull ring.

This little cutie was spotted at Robert Mackie Park in Thornlands! Follow @redlandcity for more.

Breathtaking shot of Point Halloran at sunrise. Follow @RedlandCouncil on Twitter for more.

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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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