The Redland City Minute | Weekly News and Opinion

Redland City

Aug 2, 2026

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Bayview planned burn set for Redland Bay

A planned burn at Bayview Conservation Area will reduce fire risk and support native regeneration on 30 and 31 July 2026.

Raby Bay volunteers join Queensland Rescue Service

Raby Bay volunteers have joined Marine Rescue Queensland while continuing trusted local rescue and safety services.

Major works begin on Kinross Road in Thornlands

Major works have begun on Kinross Road, bringing safer traffic links, cycle lanes and roundabouts to Thornlands.

Donor registration slows across Redlands

Redlands recorded fewer donor sign-ups in 2025, despite maintaining an overall rate above the Queensland average.

Weinam Street jetty closing for repairs

Weinam Street Jetty will close for repairs from mid-July, with other boating access available at Weinam Creek.

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‘War Spoils’ Redlands launch revisited

War Spoils brought Paul Dobbyn’s family wartime story to Redlands through memory, loss and revelation.

Capital gains tax front of mind for investors

Capital gains tax changes are pushing Redlands investors to plan earlier, with key dates now shaping sale decisions.

Father and son team join 3,500km Shitbox Rally for cancer research

Barry and Dan Halford from Alexandra Hills will drive a $900 car 3,500km in the 2026 Shitbox Rally for cancer research.

72 hours and half a million steps for leukaemia

Victoria Point Sharks complete 72 hour walk, raising $40,096 for the Leukaemia Foundation.

Redlands Coast launches first Cycling Without Age trishaw

Two locals aged 97 and 93 lead Redlands Coast’s first Cycling Without Age trishaw ride at Raby Bay.

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Queensland’s largest fun run marks 30 years

Bridge to Brisbane marks 30 years with 25,000 entries and a possible record crowd of 40,000 participants.

New lights support for Capalaba Juniors

Capalaba Warriors juniors now have safer fields and longer training hours after a major lighting upgrade.

Junior State Cup kicks off in Redlands

Junior touch football talent will fill Redlands Coast as the 2026 Junior State Cup brings teams from across Queensland.

Thornlands karate athlete goes global

Robin Johnson's karate path now leads from Thornlands to the United Kingdom for the GKR Karate World Cup in July.

New lights for Redlands Rays

New lighting at Redlands Baseball Park will help Capalaba players train, compete and host more night games.

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GEON takes over Thornlands Shopping Centre

Paradise Garden Shopping Village in Thornlands will move under GEON management from July 1 after two years open.

Cleveland Tavern starts full venue makeover

Cleveland Tavern has begun a major refresh, with gaming, food and drinks still available during construction.

Redlands Health sector tackles workforce gaps

Redlands health leaders gathered in Alexandra Hills to shape local workforce solutions for care and training gaps.

Whale watching season returns to North Straddie

Point Lookout on North Stradbroke Island is set for whale watching season, with sightings from June to November.

Keeping it cool, with a legacy built to last

CoolTimes enters a new chapter as long-time staff continue its 30 year legacy with Daikin-backed service.

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Bayview planned burn set for Redland Bay

Raby Bay volunteers join Queensland Rescue Service

Major works begin on Kinross Road in Thornlands

Donor registration slows across Redlands

Weinam Street jetty closing for repairs

COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTOR

‘War Spoils’ Redlands launch revisited

Capital gains tax front of mind for investors

Father and son team join 3,500km Shitbox Rally for cancer research

72 hours and half a million steps for leukaemia

Redlands Coast launches first Cycling Without Age trishaw

Sports

Queensland’s largest fun run marks 30 years

New lights support for Capalaba Juniors

Junior State Cup kicks off in Redlands

Thornlands karate athlete goes global

New lights for Redlands Rays

Business

GEON takes over Thornlands Shopping Centre

Cleveland Tavern starts full venue makeover

Redlands Health sector tackles workforce gaps

Whale watching season returns to North Straddie

Keeping it cool, with a legacy built to last

The Latest

Find the cheapest fuel in the Redlands

Redlands launches hoon reporting tool to boost safety

Bayview planned burn set for Redland Bay

Raby Bay volunteers join Queensland Rescue Service

Major works begin on Kinross Road in Thornlands

Donor registration slows across Redlands