Redlanders are reminded to check which division they are in and the location of polling booths prior to next month’s Council elections. Redland City CEO Bill Lyon said the Electoral Commission of Queensland had altered divisional boundaries last year as part of regular boundary reviews, so all residents were encouraged to check which division they Continue reading…
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe weather warning due to the effects of ex-tropical cyclone Winston, with high tides and dangerous surf expected across the Redlands over the coming days. Coastal waterways and creeks across the mainlands that are usually calm may be affected and dangerous surf is expected on North Stradbroke Island. Continue reading…
Council is developing a five-year events strategy to maximise the cultural and economic benefits of events in the Redlands. We are seeking input from event organisers, community organisations, sporting and cultural associations, local businesses and community members. Please come along to a workshop to share your ideas: Mainland When: Tuesday 1 March, 10am – 1pm Continue reading…
Contrasting perspectives of Queensland’s natural beauty, iconic local architecture and common urban infrastructure will be showcased in two new exhibitions to open next month at Redland Art Gallery, Cleveland. From Sunday 6 March to Sunday 17 April 2016, a selection of winning entries of the prestigious Tattersall’s Club Landscape Art Prize will be exhibited alongside Continue reading…
Four outstanding Redlanders who received Australia Day Honours this year were recognised during today’s General Meeting for their outstanding contribution to the Redlands community. The residents were recognised at a special morning tea with Redland City Councillors before being presented with flowers and special certificates on behalf of the city. Redland City CEO Bill Lyon Continue reading…
Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) is advising: As at 12.20pm, a large grass fire is burning near Beenleigh Redland Bay Road and west of Teviot Road, Carbrook, Logan. Currently, seven fire crews are working with water-bombing aircraft to contain the blaze, which broke out on Sunday. There is no threat to homes at this time Continue reading…
Residents across Redland City, particularly the southern areas, may be affected by smoke haze this afternoon due to a fire burning along Beenleigh-Redland Bay Road at Carbrook. The six hectare fire is slow moving – there is no threat to life or property. Queensland Fire and Emergency Services – QFES advise keeping windows and doors closed Continue reading…
Community safety in the Redlands has received a boost with the State Government committing more than $330,000 towards fire trails at Mt Cotton and North Stradbroke Island. Redland City Disaster Planning Manager Mike Lollback said the community resilience funding came after two years of lobbying by Council, in the wake of the devastating bushfires on Continue reading…
The history of the Birkdale property known as Willards farm on Old Cleveland Road East has been preserved for future Redlanders after Redland City Council purchased the property. Council Chief Executive Officer Bill Lyon said the outcome has ensured the farm’s 153-year-old homestead will be kept. “At the Council meeting held on 21 October 2015, Continue reading…
Redland City will go to the polls on Saturday 19 March along with councils across Queensland to elect a new Council and Mayor to serve the city for a further four years. Residents have until 5pm this Friday to ensure their details are up to date and lodged with the Electoral Commission of Queensland. Before Continue reading…