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Mar 12, 2026

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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.

On-island koala release marks milestone for new North Straddie wildlife foundation

A rescued koala was treated and released on Minjerribah, marking a milestone for the island’s new wildlife veterinary foundation.

https://news.griffith.edu.au/2026/03/03/ai-technology-detects-real-time-koala-crossing-in-first-for-field/

New AI wildlife system spots koala crossing in real time

AI road sign on the Redlands Coast records a koala crossing in real time during Griffith University trial.

Anglicare opens specialist dementia care services

Anglicare launches specialist dementia unit in South Brisbane to support complex care needs.

Redlands still waiting for action one year after Cyclone Alfred

Twelve months after Cyclone Alfred hit Redlands, concerns remain about delayed disaster reforms and communication failures.

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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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Pike steps into key shadow disability and mental health roles

Henry Pike takes on NDIS and mental health roles, calling for reform and less red tape.

Local initiative seeks fix for Weinam Creek Marina parking issues

A local proposal outlines solutions to severe parking congestion impacting Weinam Creek Marina and the Redland Bay foreshore.

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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.

Brisbane 2032 sets commercial timeline in IOC Milan update

Brisbane 2032 confirmed a Q2 partner announcement and a major Australia House presence at the LA28 Games.

Redland Whitewater Centre project marks key 2025 milestone

The Redland Whitewater Centre design search is underway, setting up a lasting sport and recreation hub for the 2032 Games.

New Paralympic voice joins 2032 Board

Angie Ballard takes a seat on the Brisbane 2032 Board as Kurt Fearnley ends his term, with both praised for their Paralympic leadership.

Locals invited to help design new Redlands skateparks and tracks

Council invites locals to help design new skateparks and BMX tracks at Thorneside and Victoria Point.

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Family-owned business delivers disability care and transport services

Sapphire Transport supports the Redlands and Brisbane NDIS participants with personalised care and local disability transport services.

New housing project brings 29 homes to North Straddie

Modular construction has begun on 29 affordable homes for Quandamooka families, backed by Queensland Government funding support.

$19m apprenticeship pilot helps Redlands tradies

Redlands tradies to benefit from the Government’s $19m apprenticeship pilot helping small firms train staff.

Critical Minerals Agreement sparks growth for Redlands industry

The new Australia–US Critical Minerals Agreement boosts Redlands’ critical minerals research, innovation, and skilled job growth.

New family-run golf and social spot opening in Cleveland

The Golf Nest opens Nov 2 in Cleveland, a family-run indoor golf simulator with bar, coaching and community events.

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