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CONVERSATIONS WHAT’S GETTING OUR CITY TALKING:

Schools get active p4-5 High adventure p12-13 Cleveland’s makeover p16-17 Best of events p20-23

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ABOUT YOUR REPRESENTATIVE Your divisional Councillor Wendy Peter Paul is the person you elect to Boglary Mitchell Gollé represent your interests in Deputy Mayor local affairs as well as the City as a whole. Division 1 – Wellington Point, Division 2 – Cleveland, Division 3 – Cleveland South, You will find their regular Ormiston North Stradbroke Island Thornlands community newsletters at Office: 3829 8619 Office: 3829 8607 Office: 3829 8618 Mobile: 0408 543 583 Mobile: 0412 638 368 Mobile: 0438 117 265 www.redland.qld.gov.au [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] under “About Council”.

Lance Mark Julie Murray Hewlett Edwards Talty Elliott

Division 4 – Victoria Point, Division 5 – Redland Bay, Division 6 – Mt Cotton, Sheldon, Division 7 – Alexandra Hills, Coochiemudlo Island, Bay Islands Thornlands, Victoria Point, Capalaba, Thornlands Redland Bay Office: 3829 8604 Redland Bay Office: 3829 8732 Office: 3829 8603 Mobile: 0407 695 667 Office: 3829 8606 Mobile: 0418 780 824 Mobile: 0421 880 371 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

HANDY CONTACTS General Council enquiries Tracey Paul Paul 3829 8999 Huges Gleeson Bishop State Emergency Service 132 500 Division 8 – Birkdale South, Division 9 – Capalaba, Birkdale Division 10 – Birkdale North, Animal Shelter Alexandra Hills North, Ormiston, Office: 3829 8620 Thorneside 3829 8663 Wellington Point Mobile: 0488 714 030 Office: 3829 8605 Office: 3829 8600 [email protected] Mobile: 0478 836 286 Redland Home Assist Secure Mobile: 0427 734 214 [email protected] 3383 3030 [email protected]

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4-5 Cover story 10-11 Myhorizon 18-19 News CREDITS Cleveland State School families are A look at the Redlands’ new Myhorizon Find out what Home Assist Secure can Produced by: Redland City Council stepping out to ease traffic congestion centre and its benefits for the city. do for and meet Nanook, our Stories: Mark Voisey Allan McNeil in their community. four-legged volunteer. Sonia Cahill Gerard Noon 12-13 Discover Nikki Wood David Smith 6-7 Local heroes An exciting new adventure tourism 20-21 Events Meet the Wintles, who do so much venture is on its way to the Redlands. The Redlands will host a diverse Design: Lincoln Kilworth for the community thought their very program of art, performance and film Photos: Rob Maccoll Mark Voisey 14-15 Environment events in the lead up to National special Giving Garden . A group of dedicated citizen scientists Advertising: Susie Winter Caryn Puljic Reconciliation Week. Contact: [email protected] 8-9 City Plan Q&A has been checking the health of Questions are answered in this guide Moreton Bay’s inshore reefs. 22-23 Calendar to the Redlands’ new City Plan. We offer a selection of what’s going 16-17 Trailblazers on where in the Redlands over the Discover more about the work of next few months. the city’s conservation and fire management team.

OUT & ABOUT: Revitalisation of Cleveland’s CBD is underway with an exciting Seven-day Makeover program starting in May. Photo: Rob Maccoll

2 | Our Redlands redland.qld.gov.au From the Mayor’s desk Mayor Karen Williams | Redland City Office: 3829 8624 Mobile: 0416 123 588 [email protected]

Your ideas and feedback have the transport forums held in late and their views are crucial to approval after an extensive strongly informed the suite of 2015 are starting to emerge with finding workable solutions community consultation and strategic priorities that Councillors the development of the city’s which suit them. This forum more than 100 hours of review have adopted to guide us for the comprehensive transport strategy will give them the spotlight as by Councillors to ensure it meets remainder of this Council term. advancing and our first schools we explore together what it broader community expectations. joining Council’s Active School will take to encourage more Issues which residents have Following one of the largest Travel program. young people to live, work and told us are important to them community engagement exercises play in the Redlands. You will have been prioritised under This latter small step is hoped to undertaken in this city, Councillors find details onP5 . five categories, each reflecting improve traffic congestion and listened to all concerns raised in areas of critical importance as safety around school precincts Closely connected with this, public submissions and updated defined by our “community of while also encouraging people to Council has been engaging the plan to address the key issues. communities” and communicated get active. I hope more schools with local business and Our City Plan is, however, a through a host of engagement will see the advantages and industry through its Economic “living” document and can still be opportunities, including through join the program. You will find Development Advisory Board updated to meet changing needs your local Councillors. more information on P4-5. Our in a bid to stimulate the as expressed by the community. transport priorities will also help local jobs market. This focus on these priorities Our Q&A on P8-9 offers more address the challenges faced by – transport and connectivity; We also have been working information on the process. residents of the Southern Moreton sport, education and the arts; closely with traders to inject life Bay Islands, as well as North Communication is vital in ensuring economic development; planning; into Cleveland CBD and will be Stradbroke Island as it transitions Council continues to deliver the and branding identity - will sponsoring an exciting concept in from sand mining. services you need and guide this complement what I believe is May that we hope will show how city forward. Your local Councillor the continuing delivery of a high We also are very keen to engage it can be invigorated quickly and is front and centre when it comes standard of fundamental services young Redlanders in this process at little cost. Called the Seven- to fostering the discussions we and infrastructure development. and, in April, we will be hosting day Makeover, internationally need to have and I urge you to To ensure priorities are delivered, the RedGen <30 Youth Innovation acclaimed “placemaker” David talk with me or them about any Councillors have ordered quarterly Forum, which will offer energetic Engwicht will lead a real-life concerns, issues or ideas that you progress reports to ensure we stay and driven young people an program which will challenge may have. While we may have the course and that your needs opportunity to share their ideas traders to reshape the city’s differing views on some issues, are firmly front of mind. for their city. heart and show them how it can we do strive to deliver what is in lift their bottom line. You will Better transport connectivity and Redlanders aged 18 to 30 the best interests of the greater find more onP13 . road infrastructure are high on years are among our best community. Your Councillor’s our agenda and we are already entrepreneurial thinkers and The Redlands’ draft City Plan is contact details are opposite. making gains. Initiatives from our future business leaders, now awaiting State Government

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WALK THE TALK: Peter and Mandy Barry and sons Hamish (7) and Liam (5) are doing their bit to ease traffic congestion at Cleveland State School.

SMALL STEPS A BIG Leap FORWARD

Students from Cleveland State “Incorporating walking into perform better at school. School are stepping up to improve the school journey makes it an Parking just 500 metres their personal wellbeing and adventure while also building from the school gate gives reduce traffic congestion in their the capacity of young people students the opportunity community as part of a trial Active to navigate road crossings and to walk 6-8 minutes before School Travel program introduced overall road safety,” Mark said. their school day, while by Redland City Council. “Walking part or all of the way to also reducing congestion Principal Mark Ionn said Cleveland school helps to promote healthy and eliminating frustration State School was eager to be lifestyle choices, lessons that for parents trying to involved in the trial and encourage will influence their attitudes and find a carpark. more families to walk to school. behaviours for the rest of their An independent public With its host of social and lives. It’s also an ideal opportunity school with enrolment “With increasing demand for environmental benefits, parking at the start and end of the for parents and caregivers to of almost 700 students, school day, roads outside schools share quality time with our young Cleveland State School will Redland City Council is are potentially dangerous places people, and provides more task student leaders with trialling Active School Travel opportunity for families to engage encouraging behavourial for students and pedestrians,” as part of a strategic priority Mark said. “Our goal is to increase with our school community at change among their peers. the number of families coming the beginning and end of the “Student leadership to improve transport and to school by foot, or walking the day, which further enriches our is fundamental to our connectivity across the city. school community.” last part of their journey, and school’s strategic plan Cr Wendy Boglary reducing demand for the ‘best Research shows children who walk and our primary leaders Deputy Mayor - Division 1 parking spot’.” or ride to school arrive ready to will lead the way during (Wellington Pt, Ormiston) He said walking was a great way learn, with a Griffith University the Active School Travel for youngsters to get to know the study released last year saying trial,” Mark said. “They local area plus learn invaluable life physical activity helps students will be promoting the skills such as crossing roads safely. to concentrate during class and program and running

4 | Our Redlands redland.qld.gov.au Are you 18 to 30 years old and believe the Redlands is a great place to be? Or maybe you think some changes would be good? Council is offering the opportunity for energetic and driven young people to Energetic and share their big ideas at the RedGen <30 driven young Youth Innovation Forum on Friday 7 people are April from 9am, when some of the City’s encouraged best entrepreneurial thinkers and future business leaders will get together to to share their explore what it would take to encourage ideas for our city more young people to live, work and play in the Redlands. While places at the forum are limited, Council would love to hear from all the 18- to 30-year-olds out there who are eager to have their say. Join in the conversation by completing a short survey online, and you could win an iPhone 7. To complete the survey or lodge your application to join the forum, visit redlnd.cc/redgenforum.

competitions between classes in the Redlands to use across the school.’’ active and environmentally Mum-of-two Mandy Barry is friendly ways to get to looking forward to the trial at school, including by foot, Cleveland State School. bike or scooter. Designed to create healthy and active “Congestion is a problem at kids arriving to school drop off and pick up time,” ready to learn, the program Mandy said. “I already leave has an added bonus of an extra 15 minutes early in creating safer streets the morning to allow time around schools by reducing to find a park. I tend to congestion at the gate. park down Wynyard Street to avoid the congestion Schools participating in the then walk the boys to trial will be supported by a the school gate.” Council Active School Travel officer, localised active travel The Active School Travel trial maps, bike and scooter is part of Council’s transport skills training, and travel strategy, a core priority to rewards. Visit www.redland. improve connectivity across qld.gov.au to learn more the city. The free program about the program. encourages school students redland.qld.gov.au Our Redlands | 5 LOCAL HEROES

I am constantly humbled and inspired by the work of people such as Ian and Judy who do so much good for our community. Cr Paul Bishop, Division 10 (Birkdale North, Thorneside)

Ian and Judy Wintle’s ‘Giving Garden’ The spirit of giving grows in Ian and it ended in 2015 and, for the past four Judy Wintle’s lush Birkdale garden. years, the Wintles have opened their It is a place of satisfaction and solace, garden to support the local Lions Club, a “one-acre labor of love” that has so with the money raised going to assist far helped raise more than $60,000 disabled children. for local charities. “We have assisted the Lions Club For the Wintles, pictured, the by raising $16,323 in the last four recipients of Redland City’s 2017 openings and, overall, we have raised Australia Day Local Hero Award, it around $60,000 for charities through has been a place of healing which our 14 open gardens,” Ian says. “We began when their eldest son Scott plan to continue opening our garden was left unable to walk after breaking for as long as we are able to as we his back in a motorcycle accident enjoy the weekend and meeting so while backpacking in Switzerland. many fellow gardeners.’’ The months that followed drew on Ian has his own website and a garden Ian and Judy’s mental, financial and blog at ianjudy.blogspot.com, which physical strength. has been archived by the Queensland State Library as being of significant “Our garden gave us the ability to importance to the state. heal, it was our rehabilitation and, two decades on, it has blossomed Ian also has a Facebook page called into a lush sub-tropical oasis, ‘The Giving Garden’ which has more featuring some of the world’s most than 1900 followers and another exotic and unusual plants and fruit Facebook page ‘Open Gardens and trees,’’ Ian says. Events Queensland’, where people who intend to open their garden can Their wonderful tropical garden post information. Watch the sites drew thousands of visitors as part for details of the next opening of of Australia’s Open Gardens before the Giving Garden. 6 | Our Redlands redland.qld.gov.au Chris has no doubt that Ethan will follow in the footsteps of fellow Straddie Boardrider Bede Durbidge and excel on the Ethan world tour. Ethan is seen as an STRADDIE BOY ON example of what can happen to those who believe. CREST OF A WAVE “Ethan was always special – and Ewing he’s one of ours,” Chris says proudly of the latest pin-up Newly crowned World Junior Surfing He had previously swept all boy of the close-knit Straddie Champion Ethan Ewing has put before him in the junior pros surfing community. North Stradbroke Island on the with four wins last year before “These two boys making it to world surfing map. his world crown. the pro tour gives new hope to The 18-year-old has the surfing world at But people really sat up and took everyone. They know that with his feet and the ability to follow in the notice when he finished second media coverage, sponsorship footsteps of so many Aussie surf greats. as a wild card in the US Open of and prizemoney they can make When you are tagged the ”next big Surf in August 2016. His was the surfing their career. We (the club thing” in any sport, there’s plenty of name on everyone’s lips. members and mates) ride the roller pressure to perform. When you are His performances during 2016 coaster with them.” compared to the world champs you earned him the Rookie of the Chris remembers Ethan as the idolise, the pressure is even greater. Year title and a spot on the kid who was always better than But Ethan takes it all in his stride. He’s senior pro tour. others in his age group. The kid used to making waves. The experts predict even who matched it on the waves Ethan’s recent victory in the World bigger and better things from with some of the best surfers on Junior Surfing Championship at Kiama, the young man who has been Straddie. The kid who knocked on the NSW South Coast, came as no compared with the legendary elder brother Curtis from his perch surprise to those in the know. He is so Andy Irons, who happens to be as the best surfer on the island. good they would have been stunned Ethan’s favourite surfer. Ex-world Ethan’s improvement over the had he not won. Ethan did win – to champ Mick Fanning says Ethan’s past 12 months is “out of sight”, provide Australia with its first world “the real deal”. He has been according to the proud president title of 2017. described by another surfing of a club that has helped nurture sage as “a hybrid of the best the young champ since he was surfers on tour”. five years old. Those within surfing circles have “Cracking the pro circuit is a huge known for years that Ethan was achievement. We hoped and CARRYING destined for greatness. He’s now thought he could do it and he has being talked about as a future gone to a whole new level over the THE BATON world pro champion. past year,” says Chris. “Everyone For Point Lookout Boardriders is so proud of him making the president Chris Semple, it was world tour. This is the big stage.” Who do you think should only a matter of time before For Ethan the ride hasn’t always carry the Queen’s Baton Ethan is a proud Redlander Ethan cracked the big time. been easy. His future was under through Cleveland on its way who is showcasing our a cloud four years ago when he to next year’s Gold Coast city, and Straddie in badly broke a leg on Straddie Commonwealth Games? and was out of the water for six Redland City Council is particular, to the world. months. But that accident made delighted the city has been Cr Peter Mitchell, him even more determined – he chosen for a leg of the baton Division2 (Cleveland, missed surfing so much. relay and is encouraging North Stradbroke Island) That love of life – the adrenalin residents to nominate a rush of doing something he loved local hero to be a baton – was all the inspiration he needed bearer and showcase the to get him through those dark incredible people who days of pain. Now he’s riding the waves to a bright future. call our city home. Until 15 May, anyone can nominate a person who inspires them to be great, whether they’re an aspiring young person or someone who is already accomplished. Nominations can be made at gc2018.com/qbr.

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CITY How has the Redland City Q Plan been reviewed? Updating the Redland City Plan has been underway for more than three A years, including the completion of background studies, drafting and then review by the State Government. In 2015, the Minister for Infrastructure and Planning approved the draft City Plan to allow Council to conduct public Your guide consultation for an extended 11-week period between 14 September and to the 27 November 2015. This included division-specific letters blueprint to all households and notification to all businesses and landowners; face-to-face for the activities that attracted more than 2000 attendees to 13 open-house forums; 13 Redlands’ pop-up displays at shopping centres, markets, parks; and stakeholder briefings. future Website information also attracted more than 13,000 visits. Council received 5347 properly made submissions. Following the Council elections in March last year, these submissions were intensively reviewed, with Councillors spending almost Council listened to 100 hours in workshops to consider the community feedback, detail and provide direction on where the draft would be amended to reflect considering more than the issues raised. 5000 submissions in making changes to the Redlands’ draft city plan. Q Why is the City Plan review needed? Councillor Julie Talty State planning legislation Division 6 (Mt Cotton, requires a formal review of local Sheldon, Thornlands, Victoria A government planning schemes Point, Redland Bay) every 10 years and the local government infrastructure plan (LGIP) every five years. The current scheme commenced in 2006 and has been through several major amendments in that time. While city planning schemes are able to be Redland City’s new planning scheme, amended, it is appropriate to undertake the draft City Plan, is awaiting the a full planning scheme review to ensure State Minister for Planning’s approval local planning addresses changing after being updated following planning circumstances, such as new thousands of public submissions. State Government planning priorities and changing community expectations. This is the plan which affects what you can do on your property and what others around you can do. It will be the basis of future land-use What’s new with the draft City Plan? and development decisions, shaping Q the way our city accommodates While Council has focussed on future growth in a balanced, maintaining the existing policy intent well-designed way. Aof the current planning scheme, its Here are some of the more common structure and form has changed as a result questions asked about our draft City of State legislative and policy requirements. Plan and how it may affect you: For example, the urban boundaries of the city have changed very little between the current planning scheme and the proposed

8 | Our Redlands redland.qld.gov.au City Plan. The city’s centres and How does the economic and social profile. The How is heritage addressed areas identified for medium-density plan strengthen City Plan responds to population in the draft City Plan? development remain the same. Qcertainty of outcomes? growth demands highlighted in Q What the proposed City Plan While the draft City the land supply review as well The draft City Plan carries does do is fix many issues with Plan works within the as responding to the housing across the local heritage- the current planning scheme by broad framework of requirements outlined in the listed properties from the A Redlands Housing Strategy. A substantially reducing its size performance-based planning current planning scheme. to approximately one third of established by State planning The urban footprint of the city the current Redland City Plan, policy, Council’s proposed draft reflects the current planning How has City Plan improved removing duplications and has also sought to provide scheme, with the inclusion of design outcomes? inconsistencies and making it clarity and greater certainty the Local Development Plan at easier to use, including adopting around environment and hazard Victoria Point (between Bunker Q consistent language. mapping, minimum lot sizes Road and Double Jump Road) The current planning scheme This has been achieved without loss and frontage, setback and identified in the SEQ Regional includes performance of integrity with the draft City Plan design outcomes. Plan. An additional area at the Aoutcomes for building achieving improvements to building Through the submission corner of Double Jump Road and design. However, Council’s current design outcomes and regulating review process, more of these Redland Bay Road consolidates ability to apply these provisions vegetation clearing, making requirements have been this footprint. is limited by the corresponding major improvements to mapping moved from performance to “deemed to comply” acceptable outcomes. In some instances, within the planning scheme and “overall outcomes”. How does it protect the these provisions have resulted in responding to community concerns Policies and guidelines which natural environment? developments that meet design for greater certainty about matters cover issues ranging from such as lot sizes, parking and other Q outcomes, without really having to ensuring minimum lot sizes The draft City Plan planning outcomes. present good design. to increasing parking have protects the natural The new draft City Plan removes been addressed. environment through A the acceptable outcomes, which What specific changes a combination of zones and unlocks Council’s ability to have been made in overlays. The Conservation Can the plan be changed seek good built-form design. response to draft City Zone predominantly covers Q or amended in the future? Additionally, the performance Plan submissions? only publicly owned properties outcomes that are contained within Q but also includes some private The key differences include: Yes. The City Plan is a the relevant zone codes are written properties on the islands and the Changes to some overlay living document and to be clearer and more specific. mainland that have significant maps to account for new provides the basis for A A drainage constraints preventing information and data. Changes moving forward with the new future development. The How will it ensure to some of the design and layout strategic framework for the city Environmental Management Zone that minimum lot provisions in the residential zone and a clearer and strengthened applies to some privately owned sizes are applied? codes to strengthen provision regulatory framework. Q properties within the urban Following the submission relating to minimum lot sizes and Councillors recognise that future footprint that have identified review, Council decided design outcomes. Tightening amendments can be made to environmental values. to maintain the lot sizes provisions for vegetation clearing, the plan, after consultation, to A While zones identify potential for residential zones identified in especially in and around our address changing community future land uses, overlays are the draft City Plan but to move important waterways. Increasing needs and planning requirements. used to manage future land uses these into the performance and the extent of the Environmental This process can begin as soon as in order to avoid, minimise or overall outcomes. This means Significance overlay. Reinstating the plan is adopted. the existing zoning of 15 Council- mitigate environmental impacts. that any development application Council recognises that there owned properties (adjusted to the For example, in the rural part proposing lots less than the may already be matters that the zone names in accordance with the of the City, privately owned minimum lot size for that zone will community would like to address Queensland Planning Provisions) to properties are all in the Rural be in conflict with the planning further. It is necessary, however, ensure they remain as open space, Zone. The Environmental scheme. Councillors also directed for the new draft plan to be environmental management or Significance overlay is then used that the minimum frontage be adopted and to have commenced conservation land. to identify where environmental 10m in the Low-Medium Density before further amendments can Residential (LMDR) Zone. For Other case-by-case zoning values exist. This means that formally begin. setbacks, Council decided to adjustments have been made uses that are expected in the increase the front setback for across the city. For example, in non-urban area - for example a assessable development in the neighbourhoods where residents Does the draft City Plan house, agriculture or a bed and LMDR Zone and the Character expressed a preference to maintain provide for population breakfast - are not required to Residential Zone (on the Southern existing residential lot sizes. growth in a balanced way? lodge a planning application. Q Moreton Bay Islands). Editorial changes were made to Under the SEQ Regional Instead, a planning application ensure consistency and clarity. Plan and State Planning is required if they seek to clear Should Council wish to amend a certain amount of vegetation. these minimum lot sizes, frontages, The full suite of changes can be Policy, Council must A In this way, it regulates the setbacks or site coverage in the viewed online at: demonstrate that its planning environmental impact of the future, this can only be done www.redland.qld.gov.au/cityplan. scheme accommodates the projected population growth use (the clearing), and not through major amendment for the City and caters for the the use itself. to the City Plan, which must diverse range of housing needs include a minimum period of of its projected demographic, public consultation.

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kitchen is expected to drive employment opportunities, with the centre also offering top-class corporate conference facilities. Weddings and other functions are also on the cards, with plans to host special community events for occasions such as Easter and Mothers’ Day. It all generates income which goes back into supporting people Light shines on with disabilities. The centre’s social enterprise employment program currently employs about 30 people with disabilities, mainly through a mail The crew at Myhorizon’s new a coffee at our café or stop for and packaging service which community and education centre lunch,’’ Marketing Communications handles an eclectic mix of contracts I am pleased to have played would love Redlanders to pop Manager Stephanie Campbell says. from corporate printing to in and say g’day. a role in facilitating this new “We even have a coffee cart out loading showbags. The expansive multimillion-dollar the front from 5.30am, so if you The complex also includes the Ian centre, which provides so much facility on land leased from Council are travelling along Redland Bay McDougall Centre, named after the support. It’s a place where next to Capalaba’s Redland Road on your way to work, call in late Redlands philanthropist whose IndigiScapes Centre is now fully and get a cup.” everyone can feel accepted. trust has supported a range of local operational, nearly 36 years since The public café at the heart of this causes. The Ian McDougall Trust Myhorizon was formed in the Cr Murray Elliott multi-functional centre is called The made a $450,000 donation to the Redlands by a group of parents Bush Pantry, which is fitting given early intervention centre. Division 7 (Alexandra Hills, who wanted to create a better life its idyllic surrounds with views over Capalaba, Thornlands) This is a wondrous place for for children with disabilities through IndigiScapes’ natural landscape. education, employment and youngsters, where therapy merges “The outlook here is pretty community connection. with colourful and sensory play spectacular,” Stephanie says. areas through the Baby Bridges “We encourage people to come Catering through The Bush Pantry program and where the parents of down and see the place, have and its adjoining commercial children with disabilities in remote

Take care of your home these holidays Holidays are a time of celebration and relaxation. Don’t let thieves ruin your time away. Follow these simple tips to reduce the opportunities for crime: • Inform a trusted friend or neighbour of your trip and • Do not leave a message on your answering machine leave them your contact details. telling people you’re on holidays. • Try to make your home and property look lived in • Ensure all of your doors and windows are locked. – cancel deliveries, leave lights on timers and ask a Don’t leave a key hidden outside. 10297 11/15 neighbour to collect your mail and bring in rubbish bins. • Do not leave your car keys in the house if your car • Clear your garden of tools, ladders and bricks that is parked in the garage or driveway. Take them with could be used to break in. you or give them to a trusted friend or neighbour. For more information www.redland.qld.gov.au/CommunitySafety

10 | Our Redlands redland.qld.gov.au areas can connect with therapists and find support “live” via Skype. In partnership with QUT, some Redland City Council provides magical play zones are being financial assistance to installed and, thanks to a Council individuals and organisations, grant, a Gymzoonasium program helping them run projects that will soon begin, which uses animal- benefit the local community. inspired movements to help develop Since 2009, Council has youngsters’ motor skills. awarded more than 1000 Myhorizon CEO Joe Gamblin says the grants totalling more new centre reflects the organisation’s than $5 million. commitment to continuing its To find out more, go to: important work in the region. www.redland.qld.gov.au “Redland City is expected to see a and click on significant increase in the number of “Grants and Sponsorship”. people accessing disability support services when the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) rolls out in July next year,’’ Joe says. ACHIEVERS “Our enhanced facilities mean we A very passionate bunch of Helen says the region’s to be able to enjoy our now have capacity to meet future Redland athletes will soon Special Olympics club gives sporting lifestyle, promoting demand for our employment and be keenly representing the athletes with disabilities the good health and wellbeing. training, support coordination, plan city on the national and enjoyment of participating in Our Redlands region athletes management, independent living and Queensland stages. weekly sports sessions with with intellectual disabilities early intervention support services, their peers while preparing are an absolute inspiration.’’ as well as a suitable location for our They are among 98 those for higher competition. burgeoning social enterprises to members of Special Redland City Council is operate out of, providing meaningful Olympics Redlands, many of “Special Olympics proud to support the employment opportunities for more whom each week strive to complements the busy organisation and has urged than 30 people with disability. compete at the highest level lifestyles of the athletes, residents to get behind the “The inclusion of our community of their chosen sports. many of whom, work, study athletes as they raise funds and volunteer during the to support their sporting café The Bush Pantry, and public Club secretary Helen week,’’ Helen says. dreams in events as diverse hire spaces for conferences, events, Wiseman says five Redlands as swimming, soccer, and weddings overlooking natural region athletes have been “The athletes train with basketball, golf, bocce and bushland with connecting walkways chosen to compete at the Special Olympic coaches 10-pin bowling. to Council’s IndigiScapes Centre, Special Olympics Junior once or twice a week and completes our vision for the project. Nationals on the Gold Coast many of our swimming If you would like more “The centre has been designed with in July, with most of its athletes train every day in information about Redlands the intent of bringing our diverse members vying for national mainstream squads. Region Special Olympics, Redlands community together, a selection at the state titles you can contact Helen at “In Queensland, especially, it reflection of Myhorizon’s mission: on the Sunshine Coast at [email protected]. is so important for everyone uplifting individual lives by creating the end of April. connected communities”.

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The high life CAN BE QUITE A CHALLENGE

This is great news for the city and shows confidence in us as a tourism destination. Cr Lance Hewlett Division 4 (Victoria Point, Coochiemudlo Island, Redland Bay)

Check out Tree Top Challenge Max says the adventure park, on TripAdvisor and you will off Cleveland-Redland Bay find that expressions such as Road, will be similar to Mt “awesome”, “amazing”, “fun” and Tamborine’s, Australia largest of “fantastic” dominate. its type, with about 80 challenges initially and plans for up to 120, They are superlatives that owner of the including kids’ courses. family business Max Taylor says will define his latest Tree Tops Challenge “We will have the whole range venture in Eprapah Reserve at Victoria up in the trees – ladders, Point, which was recently approved by ziplines, Nepalese suspended Redland City Council. bridges,’’ he explains. Max says the area’s stunning diversity “It will open access to Eprapah’s will make the Redlands high-ropes pristine bushland without adventure park a “totally different” damaging the environment. experience to his two Gold Coast We are very pedantic about “challenges” at Mount Tamborine and protecting the environment. Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. “We use arborists to identify the “Eprapah has wetlands and very nice trees to which we attach the wires rainforest with some very big trees … it and platforms.” will be high and very exciting,’’ he says.

Join us for our annual Koala Community Where: Coolnwynpin Creek Corridor Planting in the Coolnwynpin Creek Koala Nature Refuge Plant a tree Corridor Koala Nature Refuge. Come 32–34 Smith St, Capalaba dressed as your favourite Superhero Bring: Enclosed shoes, sun Koala Community Planting for the chance to win prizes as we put protection & drinking water 2000 plants in the ground! Stay after Provided: Plants, equipment, Sunday 2 April 2017, 9am – 11am the planting, for a sausage sizzle and sunscreen, gloves take a free native plant home with you. & sausage sizzle. The Koala Coast Habitat Enhancement Project is a partnership with Healthy Land & Water and RCC. 10964 Supported by 20 Million Trees funding from the Become Australian Government’s National Landcare Programme. a koala superhero for a day For more information contact Bushcare 3824 8611

12 | Our Redlands redland.qld.gov.au The facility has been designed to minimise vegetation impacts, including the office and car park to be built on land previously cleared for the current scout hut. Max says the courses will range from “easy” to “extremely hard”, offering visitors the opportunity to conquer their fears while having a whole lot of fun. “You will hang about in the trees, climb the ladders, balance on the suspended bridges and jump on PADDLE up to many huge ziplines - it’s great fun, very high and best of all it’s very safe.’’ POWER It’s also very popular, with 45,000 people taking on the Mt Tambourine Tree Top Challenge last year. “It will be a significant attraction Enjoying the natural wonders of kayakers, Raby Bay Esplanade for the Redlands, with adventure Moreton Bay is about to become Park was identified as an ideal tourism a growth industry,’’ he says. much easier in the Redlands. spot for an all-tide pontoon. “It’s fantastic for families to get Redland City Council is planning The pontoon is planned for near together to do instead of sitting in an all-tide canoe and kayak launch the entrance to the most western front of the TV and it is great for site at Raby Bay Esplanade Park. It canal in Raby Bay, with access via team bonding. A lot of international is part of Council’s long-term plans Raby Esplanade. tourists also come along.’’ to improve access to the bay. The proposed design, which Enhancement and promotion of Currently, most of the Redlands’ recently went out for public nature-based experiences in the canoe and kayak launch points are consultation, caters for kayaks Redlands is a key focus of Council’s informal and only allow access to and canoes up to 6m long and tourism strategy. the water for about an hour either allows paddlers to embark side of high tide. and disembark when the tide is running. Responding to widespread support from local canoeists and

Saturday 25 March 2017 10985 03/17 10am to 3pm - IndigiScapes, Capalaba composting recycling weed advice workshops and demonstations kids activities and much more! Check the website for Parking available on Runnymede and Lyndon Roads. full program andmore Proudly presented by: information:

3824 8611 www.indigiscapes.com.au /IndigiScapes

redland.qld.gov.au Our Redlands | 13 ENVIRONMENT

team that is working towards a common goal makes you feel part of Beneath a community,’’ Angela said. “The fact that the reefs are just off my doorstep allowed me to feel a connection to what we were doing. the surface “These rocky reef systems are CITIZEN SCIENCE PROJECT truly unique, and are clearly under pressure and knowing that I was working on a project that will The vital signs of almost 600 ultimately support management of this natural resource was of Moreton Bay’s inshore reefs hugely satisfying.” have been checked thanks to the Manly resident Douglas Stetner said he was amazed by the extent efforts of volunteers of coral on the inshore reefs in Moreton Bay. A dedicated band of “citizen “I am also proud to know that scientists” has been helping to I have contributed to the data compile a health report on reefs scientists and government use to off the Redlands. make the decisions to protect our They have joined with experts on environment,” he said. a two-year collaborative study, The Benthic Inventory of Reefal checking on hundreds of reef sites Areas in Central Moreton Bay report to provide a critical update on how is critical for managing the coral they are faring. reefs off the Redlands. Members of Reef Check Australia, Reef Check Australia spokesperson they have worked with researchers Jennifer Loder said coral’s from the University of Queensland sensitivity to environmental and Healthy Waterways and conditions and proximity to Catchments to update the map of rapidly growing population meant Moreton Bay’s coral habitats. it was increasingly important to The project, partly funded by understand these habitats and Redland City Council, has helped monitor change. fill a decade-long gap since the She said the Remote Sensing last detailed assessment of the Research Centre used previous Bay’s coral habitats. studies, including data from 2004 Redlander Angela Little said she and high-resolution satellite images, drew great satisfaction from being to identify key locations for the Reef part of the Reef Check team. Check volunteers to conduct spot checks to validate mapping. “Reef Check is a group of passionate people from all “The volunteers then visited different backgrounds, not just more than 600 sites across the scientists, and being part of a Bay to record data about reef Photos: Gary Cranitch and composition,’’ she said. Reef Check Australia

14 | Our Redlands redland.qld.gov.au “Moreton Bay has distinctive and interesting reefs with a mix of tropical and cool-water species, right on the doorstep of a major population centre. “Understanding reef extent and condition helps to ensure that collectively we can make the best decisions about how to look after these unique habitats and the life that depends on them.” UQ researcher Dr Chris Roelfsema said Protecting our coastline the new maps could not be directly compared with previous maps to measure COASTAL ADAPTATION STRATEGY change due to improved technology. “However, results broadly indicate there has not been major change in reefal extent in Moreton Bay and, importantly, The Redlands has 220km of coastline One of the most dramatic examples create a revised baseline for future that is constantly changing with the of shoreline erosion in the Redlands is comparison,” Dr Roelfsema said. wind, waves and tides. These changes at Amity Point, with survey mapping can affect how our city functions, records showing a steady retreat of “The project also documented some and may impact the wellbeing of the foreshore since 1886. new reef areas, not previously mapped, our communities. As the South Passage between including on the north-western side Managing coastal areas that are Moreton Island and North Stradbroke of Peel Island.” vulnerable to erosion is a priority Island has realigned over the past Healthy Waterways and Catchments for Redland City Council, which century, the Rainbow Channel has CEO Julie McLellan said the data has drafted a Coastal Adaptation migrated towards the shore at Amity would now contribute directly to its Strategy to help manage our changing Point and caused significant erosion. annual report card on the health of the shoreline in a sustainable way. Since the township was founded in region’s waterways. The draft strategy identifies 44 the 19th century, Amity has proven itself as a resilient, resourceful If you would like to become locations at risk of coastal erosion community, using various materials to involved with Reef Check, visit and proposes management defend the foreshore. www.reefcheckaustralia.org solutions for each site. We want to know what you value Despite best efforts, significant areas about these locations and whether of land have been lost to the sea over the proposed solutions will preserve the years, including the tavern and the these values. Visit redlnd.cc/ racecourse, and the settlement has yoursayprojects to share your been forced about 100 metres inland Projects such as this thoughts or view the strategy. from where it was first established. are vital to ensuring we can properly look after magnificent SHIFTING SANDS: Moreton Bay. Amity Tavern was lost to Cr Paul Golle, Division 3 the sea in 1947. (Cleveland South, Thornlands)

redland.qld.gov.au Our Redlands | 15 RESILIENCE

to manage the risk between our conservation areas and local properties. “It is a tough job but when we get residents thanking us for the work we do it is worth it. “We regularly get positive feedback from the community when they see us out and If you laid the fire access about, which gives the trails Redland City Council team a huge boost.” maintains end to end it would stretch from Cleveland 150km But the science that guides the Council’s conservation south across the border into city’s conservation team isn’t crews work closely with northern New South Wales. just about removing vegetation and fuel loads. It is equally Queensland Fire and Add to this the 10,000 about planting the right plants hectares of conservation Emergency Services in the right locations to manage land maintained by Council’s future fire risk and maintain in managing the conservation crews and conservation reserve values. city’s 10,000 hectares it becomes clear that maintaining our nature Rory says the team is actively GONE of conservation reserves and fire access trails involved in removing invasive is a year-round job. species and since 2005-06 has Redlanders are being urged to report land and 150km of planted almost 680,000 plants, graffiti to ensure it can be swiftly erased. Senior Conservation Officer fire access trails. not only helping to green the Rory House says Council has A Council spokesperson said vigilance Cr Mark Edwards Redlands but also to provide 26 fire-trained staff drawn and notifying Council via the VandalTrak valuable habitat for fauna. Division 5 from areas across Council app were the keys to minimising the (Redland Bay, Southern who apply their considerable “The process starts with impact of such vandalism. Moreton Bay Islands) knowledge of fire choosing a site to help connect “Assistance from residents recently led to management to undertake important habitat across the two graffiti vandals being dealt with by prescribed burns and, when city,’’ Rory says. authorities,’’ the spokesperson said. required, respond to wildfires. “We have had consultants work “Such vigilance helps Council and police “We have a team of fire with Council officers to map the to respond quickly to graffiti attacks and fighters with significant skills wildlife habitat networks and boosts the chances of identifying and and backgrounds,” Rory says. corridors and our conservation convicting offenders. team has extensive local “To make sure our knowledge of the city’s “By using VandalTrak, you can report conservation land is bushland reserves and excellent graffiti at the click of a button.” maintained and the fire risk is botanical knowledge that leads reduced, we have an annual to plantings that replicate the maintenance schedule across surrounding bushland. To download the handy VandalTrak app all islands and the mainland. visit . www.vandaltrak.com.au “Included in these plantings are “We work closely with You also can call or text Graffiti Stop on almost 54,000 koala food trees Queensland Fire and 1300 472 334 or email: that have been planted over Emergency Services and the last 10 years in carefully [email protected]. look at the state hazard selected locations, helping mapping, burn history, fuel provide food, habitat and loads and vegetation types shelter for our local koalas.” to design the annual plan and schedule of prescribed burns

16 | Our Redlands redland.qld.gov.au CLEVELAND REVITALISATION SAVE THE DATE Tuesday 11 April Seven-day Makeover information night. Watch www.redlandqld.gov.au Seven-day for details. makeover Toondah boost

Toondah Harbour has been granted Tourism Major Project Facilitation (TMPF) status by the Federal Tourism Minister Steven Ciobo in recognition that it is a nationally significant tourism project. The re-development represents unrivalled tourism potential, as well as cultural and economic growth opportunities for our community. Toondah Harbour provides the opportunity to innovate, attract and grow tourism to North Stradbroke Island, following the cessation of sand mining in 2019. A revitalised harbour is expected The face of Cleveland is about to “This will only happen if the the Cleveland Library has agreed to encourage more than 49,000 undergo a seven-day makeover to community feels an emotional to get into the spirit and will be additional visitors to the region make the CBD more attractive to attachment to the town centre spilling out into the square with every year. This could equate locals and visitors. and if retailers band together to chairs, books and activities. to an additional $21 million in It is being led by internationally offer a unique visitor experience.’’ “Volunteers will do an audit tourism revenue. renowned placemaker David David, a leader in creating of the town centre and then It also is expected to support Engwicht, who will challenge vibrant public spaces, says generate ideas to make it a about 1000 construction- traders to reshape the city heart. that delivering that emotional better place to visit. They related jobs each year during “What we would like to achieve attachment and creating positive will form into project teams the construction phase, and is a more vibrant and prosperous visitor experience is at the core and implement the ideas that approximately 500 jobs each year CBD, with a feeling that the CBD is of his Seven- day Makeover and appeal to them most,’’ says post-construction. the civic heart of the community, associated Till Booster program, David, who is also credited As the first step in the a place to hang out and relax,’’ which aims to show traders how with pioneering the concept environmental approval process, says David, who has been brought it can benefit their bottom line. of the Walking School Bus and the proponent, Walker Group in by Redland City Council as part It is about empowering Neighbourhood Pace Car. Holdings, referred the project to of its CBD revitalisation program . communities to create “In one town in New Zealand, we the Federal Environment Minister extraordinary places without, as took out some old park benches “If the CBD is to compete with the to determine whether the action David puts it, “endless talk … and and replaced them with giant regional shopping centres, it has requires approval under federal on a shoestring budget’’. decks under the trees. In Mildura, to reinvent itself and offer more environment law. than just convenience shopping. The Seven-day Makeover, from we put up outdoor table-tennis It has to offer an experience that 6-12 May, will be driven by tables, installed sculptures, and The timeframe for the minister’s you can’t get at the regional volunteer traders. And already created a bridge that children decision on the project referral has shopping centres. loved to cross.’’ been extended to 17 July this year. redland.qld.gov.au Our Redlands | 17 COMMUNITY SECURITY HOME-ASSIST

Redland Home Assist Secure is supporting a trial on the Southern Moreton Bay Islands to help its clients live securely in their homes. Through the initiative, the Council service is working with police, Neighbourhood Watch and Crime Stoppers to ensure residents aged over 60 years or who have a disability have suitable security and are using it properly. It follows an increase in break-ins through security doors. “Most people have security doors but, because it’s easy, many just use the snib latch to secure the door. But for the security door to work to its maximum potential, it needs to be key locked,’’ a spokesperson said. “It’s the same with window and patio bolts.’’ Door shields are a cost-effective deterrent. The shield is attached near the handle on a security screen fitted with flymesh to prevent someone cutting through the mesh and unlocking the door from the inside. From April, clients of Redland Home Assist Secure can have a door shield kit supplied and fitted for just $9 (program eligibility criteria applies). Home Assist Secure also works collaboratively with the police to do household security assessments. To check eligibility, call (07) 3383 3030 8am to 4pm, Monday to Friday.

18 | Our Redlands redland.qld.gov.au Nanook’s Good-natured Nanook loved Cilento Children’s Hospital it and has since extended his early last year. “We visit the volunteering to the Children’s hospital every Thursday night, special gift Hospital Foundation. and have some very special “Nanook’s first placement was moments,” she said. with the Redlands Residential The Devines said Nanook Care Unit in Cleveland, meeting thrives on interacting with Redlanders Sandy and Gavin some of our local aged-care people and brings obvious joy Devine always knew their folk and also visiting the two to those he meets. dog, Nanook, was special. dementia wards and trying to “We try to get out and about But even they are amazed make a difference to their day,’’ and share Nanook’s love by the healing powers Gavin recalled. and cuddles and just get of their very cuddly “We sometimes just sit and chat people to smile and enjoy Alaskan malamute, and sometimes just have a pat or life,” Gavin said. who loves his work as a cuddle with Nanook. We visit the volunteer therapy dog. Find out more about care unit every second Saturday volunteering at www.redland. Gavin said Nanook’s and can see up to 50 residents.’’ qld.gov.au. Go to “Environment Our wonderful band of volunteering started with Sandy, a Redland City Council and Sustainability”. the Delta Society about two volunteers help make officer, said she and Gavin years ago, a heartwarming the Redlands such a were thrilled when Nanook program that brings the joys was invited to join the pet great place to live. of animal companionship to therapy team at the Lady Cr Paul Gleeson those who need it most. Division 9 (Capalaba)

Enjoy beautiful North Stradbroke Island these holidays!

Get in touch with the Redlands Visitor Information Centre to ﬁ nd out more and to book your accommodation 1300 667 386. Tips for a great stay If staying at a holiday If holidaying with pets • Be mindful of community home • Keep an eye on your values and respect • Keep to maximum dogs for the safety Quandamooka Country, occupancy numbers of others and wildlife its land, culture, people • Park in the spaces (especially wallabies and and values provided to you koalas), and always walk • Protect the natural • Dispose of your waste them on a lead vegetation and don’t litter and recycling correctly • Feel free to use the • Observe road rules, boating • Respect your dog off-leash areas rules, camping ground neighbours – at Skatebowl Park at rules, ﬁ re restrictions and minimise loud noise Dunwich and Home warning signs Beach at Point Lookout • Be mindful of your personal safety and keep your personal belongings secure Thanks and enjoy your stay! 10429 02/16 SIN #straddieanyday www.redland.qld.gov.au redland.qld.gov.au Our Redlands | 19 EVENTS CELEBRATION CULTURE

National Reconciliation Lola Green: Cultural Jewels My Country, I still Nandeebie Dreemz Week from 27 May to 26 March to 7 May call Australia Home 14 May – 25 June 3 June celebrates two 14 May – 25 June Redland Performing Arts Centre major milestones this Redland Art Gallery Cleveland Redland Art Gallery Cleveland year – the 50th and 25th Internationally respected Tasmanian Nandeebie Dreemz presents the anniversaries of the 1967 Indigenous artist Lola Greeno’s My Country, I Still Call Australia work and stories of first nations referendum and the Mabo award-winning talent in shell-working Home: Contemporary Art from Black peoples from around the world. Curated by Tamara Whyte, it runs decision, respectively. is magnificently displayed in this Queensland is the latest Queensland solo exhibition of 50 highly visual Gallery of Modern Art exhibition in conjunction with Nandeebie and textual works, each uniquely to travel throughout regional Screen, an eclectic mix of short and In the lead-up to the week, championing the traditions and Queensland. The touring version feature films, documentaries and themed ‘Let’s take the culture of the Indigenous women of My Country features more than digital arts screenings at Redland next steps’, the Redlands of Tasmania’s Cape Barren and 25 works by 20 artists, including Performing Arts Centre (20 – 21 is hosting a diverse Flinders Islands. paintings, sculptures, fibre art, prints May), culminating with a winter program of indigenous- and photography which explore the solstice community screening on themed exhibitions, films history, contemporary issues and Coochiemudlo Island. and performances. Jarjums Life Museum geographic country of Queensland’s They will set the scene 6 May to 20 June Indigenous peoples. for an exciting National Redland Art Gallery Capalaba Reconciliation Week program You won’t see dinosaurs, butterflies, in Quandamooka country. king’s crowns or queen’s capes Here are some of highlights: in this museum, which has been made by children – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander jarjums. Intertwining exploration, visual arts, storytelling, photography, soundscapes and culture, Jarjums Life Museum is a collection of original works documenting the lives of their creators. You can explore the Redlanders will be treated to a experiences, ideas and dreams of two wonderful celebration of our rich distinct communities – the coastal mob of Minjerribah (North Stradbroke cultural heritage leading up to Island) and the urban mob of Hymba National Reconciliation Week Yumba Community Place. Cr Tracey Huges, Division 8 (Birkdale South, Alexandra Hills North, Ormiston, Wellington Point)

It is peak Mosquito Keep the mozzies away this summer breeding Mosquito breeding season has begun. Council conducts regular ground and aerial season treatments throughout the Redlands, including the Southern Moreton Bay Islands. Mosquito treatment is safe for you and the environment. Protect yourself against mosquito bites by wearing long, loose ﬁ tting, light coloured clothing, using personal insect repellent and avoiding outdoor activities at dawn and dusk.

Manage mosquitoes around your home by emptying water from household items such 10987 03/17 as pot plant bases, boats, unscreened rainwater tanks, unchlorinated swimming pools, blocked roof gutters, bird baths and old tyres.

To learn more visit www.redland.qld.gov.au/mosquitoes or 3829 8999

20 | Our Redlands redland.qld.gov.au WHAT’S ON AT REDLAND PERFORMING Nadeebie Screen ARTS CENTRE 20 May – 21 May Redland Performing Arts Centre From locally produced pieces to works from the Pacific, Americas, Arctic Circle and the deserts of the Sahara, Nandeebie Screen is an eclectic mix of short and feature films, documentaries and digital arts screenings together in Nandeebie (Cleveland) on the lands of the Quandamooka people. It explores the themes of science, eldership, STIMELA art resistance, ceremony, gender fluidity, virtual reality while paying The Gumboot Musical homage to modern day icons. A unique and high-energy South African CREATIVE COOCHIE musical story. For more about National SAT 8 APR, 8PM • SUN 9 APR, 6PM reconciliation Week and TICKETS: $25 – $45 what’s on, go to Artists and artisans have long Here’s a couple of top island • reconciliation.org.au/nrw/ been drawn to the quiet life on events to mark on your calendar: • artgallery.redland.qld.gov.au Coochiemudlo Island, making Coochie Handmade it a top spot to visit for some • rpac.com.au Mother’s Day creative inspiration or pick up Leave it all to Coochie’s artisans something special. to create something special for There are Coochie Handmade your mum. Choose from a special markets throughout the year, an selection of gifts, including fibre initiative of island artisans who art, ceramics, paintings, books, craft all manner of products for tableware, jewellery, candles and the home, body and soul. more, handmade with love by Fibre artists, jewellers, ceramicists, Coochiemudlo Island’s artists. candle-makers and painters work Coochie Handmade NANDEEBIE SCREEN hard all year to provide art hunters Winter Indigenous fi lm festival featuring fi lms from with a chance to escape the rush To celebrate the winter solstice fi rst nations at home and around the world. of the shopping centre and head - the shortest day of the year to Coochie to select gifts in a SAT 20 – SUN 21 MAY - the Coochie Handmade crew more relaxed environment, with DAYTIME AND will be back with practical and EVENING SCREENINGS food, views and sea breezes. beautiful fibre art for the home, Coochie is just a seven-minute hand-forged sterling silver ferry ride from Victoria Point on jewellery, highly detailed beaded the mainland and lunch at the wearable creations, island- café is a treat. inspired art and more. Info: www.visitcoochiemudlo.com

Revered singer-songwriter Damien Leith (Australian Idol) revisits the music of Roy Orbison in 2017 with a massive regional tour of ROY – A Tribute to Roy Orbison, which YOUR commemorates 30 years since Orbison THE VERY HUNGRY was inducted into the Rock ‘n’ Roll and CATERPILLAR SHOW CHANCE TO Songwriters’ Hall of Fame. One of the most famous children’s books of all time live on stage. Based on Eric Carle’s books. To be in the draw to win a double pass to the show at Redland Performing Arts Centre WED 7 JUNE, 10:30AM & 1PM on Friday 12 May at 8pm (valued at $120), TICKETS: $18 – $22 WIN email [email protected] and put ROY as the title. In the email include your Bookings: 3829 8131 Booking fees: $4.10 per name and daytime contact number. Entries transaction by phone; or $3 per ticket online TICKETS close 10am on Friday 21 April. One entry per www.rpac.com.au person and per email address. Winners will be contacted by RPAC.

redland.qld.gov.au Our Redlands | 21 CALENDAR Join in the fun, meet other families and share in stories, nursery rhymes, songs and play activities Expo offers co-ordinating a volunteer group to restore more than 100 gardens TOP TIPS destroyed by the 2011 Brisbane floods, is passionate about teaching gardeners how to be successful for the lazy gardener without the need for chemicals. Chatter Matters Baby and Me Workshops “Sustainable gardening is about 10.30 – 11am Every Friday, 9.30am – 10am using less poison and less time, Tuesday 2 and 30 May at Cleveland Library From 5 May – 26 May (4-week program) Diversity is key to sustainable letting nature do the work for Wednesday 3 and 31 May at Victoria Point Library at Capalaba Library gardening, according to garden A family literacy program aimed at creating you by being your pest control Thursday 4 May at Capalaba Library Bookings: 3843 8031 (limited spaces available) guru Kate Wall who will be a special stronger language and literacy environments team,’’ she said. Interactive story sharing, chatter and activities Sessions will focus on baby health, development, guest at this year’s Redlands Good for 0-5’.s (18 mths – 3 yrs). and emergent literacy (0 – 12 mnths). Gardening Expo. “It’s about soil care and being water efficient - all within climate- Find out more at /redlandlibraries and The consulting gardener and appropriate means.” subscribe to Library Events. Giggle and Wriggle Rhymes The Bug Kidz Insect Show Garden Drum blogger, pictured left, 9.30 – 10am Monday 10 April, 2.30 – 3.30pm will give two presentations on how The Redlands Good For session times and locations visit Council’s Tuesday 9 May at Cleveland Library Redland IndigiScapes Centre to get your garden thriving without Gardening Expo is at Council’s What’s On page or pick up a Library Events Wednesday 10 May at Victoria Point Library 17 Runneymede Road, Capalaba breaking your back or the bank. IndigiScapes centre, Runnymede Calendar from your local branch. Thursday 11 May at Capalaba Library Bookings: 3824 8611 (limited spaces available) Road, Capalaba, from “I’ll be discussing how we can A music and dance session with action rhymes, A musical and theatrical play plus the chance to 10am-3pm on Saturday work with nature instead of against singing and stories (1 – 3 yrs). get up close and personal with some amazing 25 March. Entry is free. You will find it,” Kate says. Family Fun Day, Dunwich stick insects (0-5 yrs). a wealth of gardening information Tiny Tots Time “It is about reducing the need for from how to grow your own Friday 7 April, 10am – 12pm 9.30 – 10am Redland Libraries: pesticides, herbicides and chemical organic food to creating wildlife Dunwich Hall (next to Library), Ballow Road Thursday 20 April and 18 May at Capalaba Library fertilisers … sustainable gardening habitats with native plants, as well A fun morning of stories, craft and activities. connecting to you Tuesday 16 May at Cleveland Library Visit our pop-up libraries in a park near you! for the lazy gardener.” as composting, worm farming, Wednesday 17 at Victoria Point Library mulching and how to recycle Story Corner Monday 3 April, 9.30 – 11am Kate will have plenty of tips for A morning of bouncing, dancing and rhymes your green waste. Mondays (except public holidays) Fellmonger Park, getting Redlands gardens into top (0 – 2 yrs). 97-129 Sturgeon St, Ormiston shape regardless of the style. There also will be plenty of food 9.30 – 10am and music to keep you entertained. Capalaba Library Monday 10 April, 9.30 – 11am “First and most important is to Join us for our favourite stories and rhymes It’s Story Time Victoria Pt Recreation Reserve, have as diverse a range of plants in (2-5 yrs, siblings welcome). 10.30 – 11am 2 Colburn Ave, Victoria Pt the gardens as possible to attract Thursday 20 April and 18 May at Capalaba Library beneficial insects,’’ she says. Tuesday 16 May at Cleveland Library Storytelling, craft and other activities (up to 5 yrs, Baby’s Day Out Wednesday 17 at Victoria Point Library older siblings welcome). Bring a hat, sunscreen “Lots of different flowers are great, 9.30 – 10am A fun morning of stories (2 – 5 yrs, siblings and water bottle. whether you have a native, veggie Tuesday 2 and 30 May at Cleveland Library welcome). or exotic garden.’’ Wednesday 3 and 31 May at Victoria Point Library National Simultaneous Kate, a member of Redland Organic Thursday 4 May at Capalaba Library Introducing the joy of storytelling, using ﬁ nger Ready to Read Storytime Growers Inc who has run a private 9.30 – 10am Wednesday 24 May, 11 – 11.30am gardening business ever since rhymes and song (up to 12 mths, siblings welcome). Thursday 27 April and 25 May at Capalaba Library Capalaba, Cleveland and Victoria Point Libraries Tuesday 23 May at Cleveland Library Join us as we bring to life Australia children’s Wednesday 24 at Victoria Point Library book The Cow tripped Over the Moon. For session times and more information: A morning of alphabet, counting, colour and singing (18 mths – 4 yrs). School holidays are busy times on transfer station on East Coast Road, Young Peoples Team Myora (1.3km from the Amity turnoff, on North Stradbroke Island. While we [email protected] the way to Dunwich). 10988 03/17 RCB Helping empty residential bins every Monday, 3843 8031 our truck can’t empty bins that are Open seven days, except Good Friday. www.redland.qld.gov.au/library Straddie overflowing. Please take excess Mon to Fri: 8am – 2pm rubbish and recyclables to the waste Sat & Sun: 7.30am – 3pm

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Chatter Matters Baby and Me Workshops 10.30 – 11am Every Friday, 9.30am – 10am Tuesday 2 and 30 May at Cleveland Library From 5 May – 26 May (4-week program) Wednesday 3 and 31 May at Victoria Point Library at Capalaba Library A family literacy program aimed at creating Thursday 4 May at Capalaba Library Bookings: 3843 8031 (limited spaces available) stronger language and literacy environments Interactive story sharing, chatter and activities Sessions will focus on baby health, development, for 0-5’.s (18 mths – 3 yrs). and emergent literacy (0 – 12 mnths). Find out more at /redlandlibraries and subscribe to Library Events. Giggle and Wriggle Rhymes The Bug Kidz Insect Show 9.30 – 10am Monday 10 April, 2.30 – 3.30pm For session times and locations visit Council’s Tuesday 9 May at Cleveland Library Redland IndigiScapes Centre What’s On page or pick up a Library Events Wednesday 10 May at Victoria Point Library 17 Runneymede Road, Capalaba Calendar from your local branch. Thursday 11 May at Capalaba Library Bookings: 3824 8611 (limited spaces available) A music and dance session with action rhymes, A musical and theatrical play plus the chance to singing and stories (1 – 3 yrs). get up close and personal with some amazing Family Fun Day, Dunwich stick insects (0-5 yrs). Friday 7 April, 10am – 12pm Tiny Tots Time Dunwich Hall (next to Library), Ballow Road 9.30 – 10am Redland Libraries: A fun morning of stories, craft and activities. Thursday 20 April and 18 May at Capalaba Library connecting to you Tuesday 16 May at Cleveland Library Visit our pop-up libraries in a park near you! Story Corner Wednesday 17 at Victoria Point Library Monday 3 April, 9.30 – 11am A morning of bouncing, dancing and rhymes Mondays (except public holidays) Fellmonger Park, (0 – 2 yrs). 97-129 Sturgeon St, Ormiston 9.30 – 10am Capalaba Library Monday 10 April, 9.30 – 11am Join us for our favourite stories and rhymes It’s Story Time Victoria Pt Recreation Reserve, (2-5 yrs, siblings welcome). 10.30 – 11am 2 Colburn Ave, Victoria Pt Thursday 20 April and 18 May at Capalaba Library Tuesday 16 May at Cleveland Library Storytelling, craft and other activities (up to 5 yrs, Baby’s Day Out Wednesday 17 at Victoria Point Library older siblings welcome). Bring a hat, sunscreen 9.30 – 10am A fun morning of stories (2 – 5 yrs, siblings and water bottle. Tuesday 2 and 30 May at Cleveland Library welcome). Wednesday 3 and 31 May at Victoria Point Library National Simultaneous Thursday 4 May at Capalaba Library Introducing the joy of storytelling, using ﬁ nger Ready to Read Storytime rhymes and song (up to 12 mths, siblings welcome). 9.30 – 10am Wednesday 24 May, 11 – 11.30am Thursday 27 April and 25 May at Capalaba Library Capalaba, Cleveland and Victoria Point Libraries Tuesday 23 May at Cleveland Library Join us as we bring to life Australia children’s Wednesday 24 at Victoria Point Library book The Cow tripped Over the Moon. For session times and more information: A morning of alphabet, counting, colour and singing (18 mths – 4 yrs). Young Peoples Team [email protected] 3843 8031 10988 03/17 RCB www.redland.qld.gov.au/library

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