Category Archives: Council

Council closures for Easter, Anzac Day and Labour Day public holidays


Council offices, customer service centres and libraries Redland City Council offices, customer service centres and libraries will be closed from Friday 7 April (Good Friday) through to Monday 10 April (Easter Monday). They will also be closed on Tuesday 25 April (Anzac Day) and Monday 1 May (Labour Day). During this time, library after hours  Continue reading…

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Works improve accessibility at Redland Performing Arts Centre


Work has started on an upgrade to improve accessibility for patrons at Redland Performing Arts Centre (RPAC) in Cleveland. Redland City Mayor Karen Williams said the reconfiguration of the cul-de-sac area in Middle Street would create a more welcoming experience for RPAC patrons as well as improve safety and access. “The works include creating a  Continue reading…

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Master Plan released for exciting and city-defining Birkdale Community Precinct


Redland City Council has unveiled plans for what will become one of Queensland’s largest and most exciting parks, including Redlands Coast’s first ever swimming lagoon, and an adventure playground sure to be a hit with local families. Redland City Mayor Karen Williams said the Birkdale Community Precinct Master Plan that was adopted by Council at  Continue reading…

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Council welcomes investment in whitewater centre upgrade


Redland City Council has welcomed the NSW State Government’s announcement of a $3.1 million investment to upgrade the Penrith Whitewater Stadium in preparation for the 2025 Canoe Slalom World Championships. Redland City Mayor Karen Williams said the two Councils were working together to ensure both the existing Penrith facility and the new Birkdale venue being  Continue reading…

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New Russell Island ferry terminal good to go


Russell Island’s new ferry terminal is ready for passenger services. Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey said the opening was a major milestone in the Palaszczuk Government’s $48.6 million program to upgrade terminals across the Southern Moreton Bay Islands. “Russell Island’s new terminal is ready to go, which is a big boost for the  Continue reading…

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New tourism plan to enhance visitor experiences on Redlands Coast


Improving accessibility for all visitors and residents to Redlands Coast tourism destinations and businesses, piloting a visitor ‘care for country’ pledge, enhancing heritage trails and activating villages are all part of a new Redland City Council plan for advancing local tourism opportunities in the lead up to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Mayor  Continue reading…

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Council acknowledges 2023 Australia Day Honours recipients


Two Redlands Coast residents who received Australia Day Honours this year were recognised today at a special event at Redland City Council. Mayor Karen Williams hosted a morning tea with Redland City Councillors to congratulate Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) Chief Superintendent Rob Boniwell and State Emergency Service volunteer Alex Johnson on behalf of  Continue reading…

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Lime green lid bins are for green waste only


Redland City Council is reminding residents to only put organic waste from the garden in their green waste bin with the lime green lid. Mayor Karen Williams said the only items from people’s gardens that should be put in their green waste bin included grass clippings, palm fronds, small branches, hedge clippings, weeds, leaves, loose  Continue reading…

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Work starts on major road duplication


Work has started on stage one of the Wellington Street / Panorama Drive road duplication from Thornlands to Cleveland. Redland City Mayor Karen Williams said the upgrade would bring many benefits, including improved traffic flow, improved environmental outcomes, and reduced vehicle operating costs for motorists. “Thousands of Redlands Coast motorists and other road users will  Continue reading…

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Council and EcoMarines double schools in 2023 environmental program


Redland City Council and Tangalooma EcoMarines will welcome six new Redlands Coast schools to the 2023 environmental education program following the successful delivery of the pilot in six other local schools last year. EcoMarines is a not-for-profit organisation delivering programs to schools that educate students on a variety of environmental messages which empowers students to  Continue reading…

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