Local Stories

Trending Today:

We ask ... Will OPTO return to Redcliffe?
News / Local

We ask ... Will OPTO return to Redcliffe?

OPTO, the giant spinning rings artwork which overlooked the Redcliffe foreshore for 12 years, before it was removed for ‘refurbishment’ last May, has still not returned. We ask council if it’s coming back

Fond farewell to campus favourite
News / Education

Fond farewell to campus favourite

There have been many changes at the Kippa-Ring campus of Southern Cross Catholic College during the past three decades, but a familiar face in reception has been a constant. Mary Heckelmann will call time on a 35-year career with Brisbane Catholic Education this week

Call for Redcliffe sleepbus volunteers
News / Local

Call for Redcliffe sleepbus volunteers

Volunteers are needed for the Redcliffe sleepbus service, which started in September, with a range of roles on offer to suit all levels of commitment and involvement. Here’s how to volunteer

Tom Gilbert: ‘I need to work hard’
News / Sport

Tom Gilbert: ‘I need to work hard’

Dolphins Prop Tom Gilbert is hoping for a round one return to the field, when his side takes on South Sydney and former coach Wayne Bennett, but knows he’ll need to work hard to make it happen. Here’s what he said at preseason training today

International Men's Day: On a mission for youth
News / Local

International Men's Day: On a mission for youth

In celebrating International Men’s Day today, we are shining a light on the men in our community making a difference. Meet an amazing group of men from Redcliffe Area Youth Space, helping young people reach their potential.

Champion goes back to the future
News / Local

Champion goes back to the future

Former Olympic and World champion Kylie Palmer is back at Redcliffe helping future generations of swimmers.

The Latest

International Men's Day: Sharing skills for life
News / Local

International Men's Day: Sharing skills for life

In the lead-up to International Men's Day, we are shining a light on the men in our community making a difference. Hampo’s Youth Foundation is giving young men the tools to successfully make the transition from high school to adult life. Read more here

$700,000 splash pad opening soon
News / Local

$700,000 splash pad opening soon

A new children’s Splash Pad is set to open next month at one of Moreton Bay’s major aquatic centres.

Why we 'all need a tribe'
News / Local

Why we 'all need a tribe'

In the lead-up to International Men's Day, we are shining a light on the men in our community making a difference. Ryan Elson believes in the power of human connection to help people reach their potential but also feel as though they have a valued place in the world

Driving ahead with road upgrades
News / Local

Driving ahead with road upgrades

Work has started at two locations on Anzac Ave which will open a new road and see changes at a major intersection.

Taskforce set-up for Old Petrie Town
News / Local

Taskforce set-up for Old Petrie Town

A taskforce is being set-up to oversee the transition of Old Petrie Town from Y Queensland back to City of Moreton Bay.

Please ... pause before you plant
News / Local

Please ... pause before you plant

Unitywater is asking residents to pause before they plant, with more than 30 per cent of wastewater pipe blockages and overflows caused by tree roots.

Dugongs focus of family event
News / Local

Dugongs focus of family event

Moreton Bay’s dugongs, commonly known as ‘sea cows’, will be in the spotlight during a family event at Clontarf on November 24. Here are the details

'Tis the season to spend local
News / Local

'Tis the season to spend local

Residents are being urged to back Moreton Money’s Christmas campaign and spend local.

Dolphins make "impressive" start
News / Local

Dolphins make "impressive" start

New assistant coach Rory Kostjaysn said today he was “impressed” by Dolphins’ squad after the first open training session of the new season.

Redcliffe Special School is supercharging sustainability
News / Local

Redcliffe Special School is supercharging sustainability

Students and teachers at Redcliffe Special School are leading the way in sustainability, earning an award for their efforts and also learning skills that will set them up for life.