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From celebrity chef masterclasses and curated cocktail sessions to live music and long lunches by the bay, Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival is fast becoming one of Australia’s most-loved food events… and it’s happening here on the Redcliffe Peninsula this month.
Now in its seventh year, the festival is back bigger than ever from August 22-24, stretching across more than one kilometre of waterfront at Woody Point’s Apex Park in its largest footprint to date.
This year’s event will include about 180 food and drink exhibitors, three music stages, and a curated selection of masterclasses and dining experiences, from pasta making and cocktail shaking to free wine masterclasses hosted by some of the best in the business.
Chefs appearing at this year’s festival include Julie Goodwin, Miguel Maestre, Mike Reid, Matt Golinski, Alastair McLeod, Simone and Viviana - the 2024 My Kitchen Rules winners, Kim McCosker and Dominique Rizzo.
Festival CEO Shane Newcombe says this year’s program reflects a significant investment in guest experiences.
“We’ve listened to feedback and dialled everything up for 2025, from 200 per cent more shade structures and double the seating, to a record number of premium events and immersive experiences,” he says.
“Our expanded offering means festivalgoers can truly curate their own weekend, from relaxed grazing to intimate encounters with leading chefs, wineries and gourmet food producers.
“Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival isn’t just another weekend out, it’s a major moment on the national events calendar, bringing together winemakers, producers and chefs from across Australia, right here at home.”
Festivalgoers can secure a day pass to the Festival Precinct, which includes access to live cooking demonstrations, market stalls, pop-up bars, and live music across three vibrant zones - The MarketPlace, The Cellar Door, and The Springs.
For those wanting to supercharge their festival weekend, the 2025 program has more premium ticketed events, including celebrity chef lunches and dinners, high teas, wine,
spirit and cheese masterclasses, immersive workshops, local produce showcases, and unexpected fusions of food, comedy and live music.
Guests can also discover the all-new Oasis Club, a premium
precinct offering indulgent views and elevated hospitality.
Friday Locals Tickets thanks to Ausbuild have already sold out, but there’s still time for City of Moreton Bay residents to secure a Sunday spot at discounted pricing.
FESTIVAL AT GLANCE:
When and Where:
August 22–24
Apex Park, Woody Point
SET your schedule –
there’s plenty to explore
One of the standout features of the Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival is its curated program of bookable experiences, designed to turn a good day out into something a little more special.
If you’re the type to pair your wine with cheese, enjoy a cocktail or your pasta with a side of Italian flair, you’ll be well catered for.
FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS:
A private, 18+ retreat on the waterfront offering premium lounges, live entertainment, three complimentary drinks, and access to exclusive masterclasses and celebrity chef appearances.
PRESENTED BY RIEDEL
From crafting the perfect cheese board (yes, with wine in hand) to exploring boutique spirits and standout Australian wineries, these sessions are designed for curious palates.
Sip and shake your way through flavour-filled sessions with personalities like Kim McCosker, the team behind Little Ridge Gin, or by booking into a cocktail-making masterclass.
Take your tastebuds on a journey from First Nations dukkah workshops and Japanese tea ceremonies, to handmade pasta tutorials and gluten-free afternoon tea experiences.
Add-on experiences start at $35, and spots are filling fast
EXPLORE ADD-ON EVENT OPTIONS HERE
sip, repeat … the full flavour lineup is here
T his year’s festival menu is shaping up to be the most diverse and delicious yet, with a stacked lineup of local favourites, artisan producers and bold new additions.
Expect smoked brisket sliders, handmade dumplings, paella pans, gourmet bao, fresh oysters, vegan bites and indulgent desserts - all from vendors lining the waterfront precinct.
Wine lovers can explore The Cellar Door, where boutique producers from across Australia will be pouring drops by the glass and bottle, while The MarketPlace presented by SumUp has exhibitors from across Australia to sample and sip.
Don’t miss the action on The Kitchen stage, presented by Ausbuild, where some of Australia’s most recognisable chefs will be cooking across the weekend.
THIS YEAR’S LINEUP INCLUDES:
• Julie Goodwin
• Mike Reid
• Alastair McLeod
• Simone & Viviana and
• Nick Ryan who will host a daily program of free wine masterclasses inside The Oasis Club.
Whether you’re in it for the eats, the education or the atmosphere, there’s something new around every corner.
BOOK now, don’t miss out
With just weeks to go, Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival is already 80 per cent sold out, and tickets are moving fast.
From midnight on Sunday August 17, Final Release pricing will apply:
Until then, you can still lock in Early Bird pricing, including the popular Sunday Local Tickets presented by Ausbuild available for just $20 (including fees).
Many masterclasses and premium events are already at capacity, and Friday locals’ tickets have sold out completely. If you’re planning to come, now’s the time to book.
Whether you’re dropping in for a long lunch and live music or spending the day soaking it up in The Oasis Club, the festival has something for every foodie, wine lover and good-times chaser.
Duo to bring ‘all the
Knight connected with us,” Viviana says.
Simone Prest and Viviana
Barile’s no-filter, authentic, yet vivacious approach to the pressure of My Kitchen Rules won them fans across Australia and ultimately the competition.
Foodies can expect the same when they appear at Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival at Woody Point’s Apex Park on August 22, 23 and 24.
“People fell in love with us because we have no mask … we are just Simone and Viviana doing what we love. People
During the 2024 television cooking competition, which could be cut-throat at times, they proved ‘nice guys’ can finish first.
“We always tried to respect everybody and then give our opinion without being too b*tchy. Our scoring was always fair and we always gave a pretty good score to everyone … people appreciated our good heart, I guess,” Simone says.
“Kindness was definitely our biggest weapon,” Viviana adds.
The pair will present an hour-
long ‘Knead to Know: Pasta Masterclass’ each day of the Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival.
They will share expert techniques to making perfect pasta - from mixing and kneading dough to crafting traditional shapes and pairing them with delicious, made-from-scratch sauces.
“We will try to involve the crowd in the cooking and make it fun. That’s what people want … to keep it fun, to keep it entertaining. That’s our goal,” Simone says.
“We’re people people,” Viviana adds.
She says they will make dishes with ‘fun and love that are easy to replicate at home’ during the masterclasses.
“Sometimes the best recipes are not really difficult to make but people overcomplicate things. It doesn’t need to be complicated to be good,” Viviana says.
“This is what we’re going to try to communicate to people.”
The best friends say competing on MKR taught them plenty about cooking, themselves and
Kylie
KNEAD TO KNOW: PASTA MASTERCLASS
with Simone and Viviana
WHEN: each day, noon-1pm
TICKETS: $65 + bf
INCLUSIONS:
• One-hour cooking masterclass with Simone and Viviana
• Opportunity to get hands-on during the session
• Printed recipe to take home
• A tasting bowl of what has been created
good vibes’ to festival
“Our friendship definitely got stronger. Now we have a deeper connection, which I feel is going to stay forever. I think Viviana learnt how to cook,” Simone says laughing.
“It definitely gave us a little bit of a boost of notoriety, I guess. People related to us on the show and I think it was especially for our true friendship.
“I think, more than cooking, it was the bond me and Viviana were sharing on the show. People really fell in love with this feeling that we have for each
competition in November, Simone has become a father to a son he hopes will share his passion for pizza which began during his own childhood.
He started working in his father’s pizzeria when he was 12
continue sharing their passion for cooking with Aussie home cooks, brainstorming ideas for a TV cooking show. It’s something they would love to develop in the next year or so.
In the meantime, they are their relationship.
fun. All the good vibes” Simone says.
Love of cooking seared into chef’s soul
Internationally acclaimed chef
Mike Reid is passionate about beef – cooking it, eating it and showcasing the best Australia has to offer.
And that’s exactly what he will be doing when he appears at Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival for the first time this month.
Mike will be working his magic with premium Australian beef, bold wine pairings and fresh regional produce during cooking demonstrations in The Kitchen presented by Ausbuild on all three days of the festival.
“I’ve made my name around cooking some of the world’s
SEE MIKE REID IN ACTION
See Mike Reid in The Kitchen presented by Ausbuild.
FRI, August 22: 1-1.45pm
SAT, August 23: 1-1.45pm
SUN August 24: 11-11.45am
Cutler & Co. and Vue de Monde.
He’s appeared on Ready Steady Cook, BBC’s Great British Menu, MasterChef UK and Netflix’s Five Star Kitchen. He’s also a regular on Everyday Gourmet and Saturday Kitchen
“I’ll be showcasing beef and there will definitely be some beef from Queensland.”
He’s hoping festival audiences will take away fresh ideas and a greater appreciation for sustainable, regenerative beef.
“Beef has had a lot of bad press in the last few years. My philosophy is very much … as long as we’re consuming good quality, then it’s OK … everything in moderation,” he explains.
“There are so many farmers, especially in Australia, leading the way with regenerative farming." Mike wants more people to understand the benefits of eating regenerative beef for consumers, the planet
questions to ask when buying it.
“It’s arming them with the right tools to be able to go and source good beef wherever they’re from,” he explains.
Mike says he’s had a love of food since childhood.
“My earliest memory was around four or five and I was obsessed with sauces and stuff that went with food (like) gravy. I grew up with such a love of eating which turned into a love of cooking,” he says.
“As a chef, one of the things I’ve always loved is teaching, training the next generation, getting the message of what good food should be and that it doesn’t need to be fussy and complicated.
• Start with a good piece of beef – that’s the key
• Make sure it is at room temperature before you start to cook it – minimum of half an hour out of the fridge (I always say an hour).
• Salt. Season your steak. Don’t be afraid of salt with your beef. It needs a decent amount to really bring out the flavour.
• If it’s a fattier steak, like a rib eye or scotch fillet, you cook it a little bit harder on the first
side and then a little bit less on the second side. The leaner it is, the more 50:50 it becomes in terms of cooking it – first side and second side
• Turn it just once unless it is Wagyu, which has a higher fat content and will caramelise quickly, so it needs to keep moving.
• Rest the steak for as long as you’ve cooked it. If you cook it for 10 minutes, rest it for at least five minutes.
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COOKING PERFECT STEAK, MIKE'S WAY
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Upgrade to hospital parking
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Redcliffe Hospital’s multi-storey carpark will be expanded ahead of the hospital’s broader redevelopment, with Health Minister Tim Nicholls keen for work to start “as soon as possible”.
Minister Nicholls announced the ‘next stage’ of the hospital expansion last month, saying the carpark upgrade would happen while plans for the full hospital expansion were redesigned.
An additional two floors will be added to the carpark and the roof will be made available for parking, taking the total of ‘new’ levels to three. This will add 494 car parks and 36 motorcycle parks – a total of 530 vehicle parking spaces.
“Expressions of interest closed in June. We now have a shortlist, or a list of people who are interested in doing the work, and we will ask them for their offers so we can get the contracts going for the
development of that ahead of the redevelopment,” Minister Nicholls said.
“We want to get action happening on that as soon as we possibly can.”
Minister Nicholls said the carpark would remain open during the work.
“Expansion works on the carpark may have some impacts while construction occurs, (but) the plan will be for the least impact on parking as possible,”
the Minister’s office said.
Plans for the hospital’s redevelopment, the biggest in Queensland, are being redesigned after a statewide review of hospital capital works ordered by the incoming LNP State Government.
The Sam Sangster Review found the Redcliffe Hospital expansion could be delayed by at least two years and would now cost $2.12 billion, instead of the $1.06 billion initially announced.
Minister Nicholls said the
redesign was needed “to ensure there is a proper paediatric emergency department, to ensure there is a mortuary and to ensure there are proper education and learning spaces”.
Other components of the redesign include maternity and endoscopy services, and operating theatres.
“Current design iterations have addressed key issues, including the culturally significant tree, hospital clinical priorities that were not originally programmed like a transit lounge, and safe entries and exits for staff and patients," Minister Nicholls said.
It is unclear when the redevelopment project will be completed, with the 2028 timeline promised by the previous Labor government unlikely.
“The redesign is taking place in consultation with the board and with the local executive here and with the clinicians. It’s well underway and I understand
a meeting only took place (early July) with the hospital infrastructure team and they are looking at what that redesign looks like,” Minister Nicholls said.
“I expect that we will get very close to being able to make some more very positive announcements about that by the time we get to the end of the year.”
The carpark, currently owned and operated by Metro North Hospital and Health Service, offers rates which are capped at $13 for 24 hours.
The Redcliffe Peninsula asked the Minister’s office if the facility would continue to be owned by Metro North and if there would be changes to carparking prices.
A spokesman for the Minister said: “Currently, parking rates are set under the Labor’s Government Portfolio Model and tariffs are consistent across the inner metro, outer metro (Redcliffe), and regional areas”.
Spring Gala Ball
Ausbuild Community Challenge teams revealed
The countdown is on for one of the region’s most exciting community initiatives, the 2025 Ausbuild Community Challenge, with 20 local teams officially announced to take part.
From mental health charities and youth support organisations to community arts groups and neighbourhood services, the Community Teams selected represent the heart and soul of the City of Moreton Bay. They are set to go head-tohead to raise vital funds and win their share of at least $50,000 in prize money.
The Challenge will culminate in a high-energy afternoon of interactive challenges on Challenge Day on Friday, 24 October, where teams will put their strength, smarts and teamwork to the test in front of a big crowd.
Ausbuild Joint Managing Directory Matt Bell said: “The Ausbuild Community Challenge is all about backing the people who give so much to our region.
“We’re incredibly proud to support these 20 local groups, and can’t wait to see their creativity, spirit and determination come to life
through the challenge.”
Organised by Moreton Daily, the challenge is being delivered for the first time in 2025, in this format, and forms part of a broader commitment to give back to the community, while showcasing the positive impact made by grassroots organisations every day.
Moreton Daily CEO Shane Newcombe said: “This initiative is bigger than a one-day event. It’s a movement that shines a light on real people, real stories, and the power of coming together for a common cause.
“This year’s line-up of
Community Teams is inspiring, and we’re excited to watch the community get behind them.”
Official fundraising kicks off at the Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival (August 22-24) and will run until Challenge Day.
During this time, the public will be encouraged to support the teams by purchasing raffle tickets or bidding on exclusive auction items, with all proceeds going back to the teams.
With the help of the community and local businesses, organisers are hoping to grow the prize pool to more than $100,000.
2025 COMMUNITY TEAMS
Bolting Ahead Incorporated
Chameleon Housing
Eatons Hill Kindy
Give a Child a Chance
Guide Dogs Queensland
Hope Ventures
Love Army
Men’s Information and Support Association (MISA)
Meals On Wheels Moreton Bay Region Inc
Mousetrap Theatre
PCYC Deception Bay
Raise It For Redcliffe
ROPE
Share the Dignity
The Man Walk Redcliffe
This Story Australia
Top Blokes Foundation
Tribe Social Belonging
Turner Syndrome Association of Australia Ltd
Youth Development Foundation (YDF)
While the Community Teams have now been selected, the Corporate Teams that will compete alongside them will be announced by August 15.
SCAN HERE TO LEARN MORE about each team and how to support them
S upport hub opening
The Peninsula Support Hub has opened, with volunteers serving breakfast to people in need for the first time on July 28 in the facility which will be home to The Breakfast Club Redcliffe and The Salvation Army.
Shortly after the first breakfast service, Her Excellency Queensland Governor Dr Jeannette Young, Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie and Moreton Bay City Council Mayor Peter Flannery officially opened the $6.7 million centre.
The hub, at the corner of Portwood St and Oxley Ave, Redcliffe, will offer case management, housing referrals, meal services, laundry and shower facilities, and social connection for vulnerable people.
Council’s contribution was $3.7 million and the State Government chipped in $3 million.
There has been a push for a homelessness support hub and emergency accommodation on the Redcliffe Peninsula for more than 15 years, but a surge in the number of people sleeping rough promoted action in late 2023 when the project was announced.
Work started on the hub in June 2024 under the previous Labor State Government.
Her Excellency said the facility would deliver hope to people in need and tangible help.
“This bright, spacious new hub ... does not just provide the basic essentials such as a warm meal, bathroom and laundry facilities, and a congruent to specialist support services but also delivers compassion, understanding, dignity and a deep sense of human connection to people from all walks of life who find themselves at that stage in life in difficulty,” she said.
Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie said: “This hub will provide critical wrap-around support services for the most vulnerable in our community.
“We have invested many millions of dollars in this region in homelessness services. Every week, I sign new Ministerial Infrastructure Designations for affordable homes and social homes, and we’ve got a lot more work to do in this space … I can assure you of that.”
Moreton Bay City Council Mayor Peter Flannery said the
facility and level of collaboration was likely a Queensland first.
“With population growth, homelessness is going to grow. We need solutions for that issue, we need more accommodation. We don’t want people sleeping in parks. It’s the worst place for them to be.
“There is social and affordable housing coming. It’s about 3-5 years away. Crisis accommodation is that missing gap. People who need a roof over their heads tonight … there is nowhere for them to go other than a motel room.
“That’s the State Government and Federal Government’s responsibility to find that solution and we’re happy to support any ideas they’ve got.”
The Breakfast Club Redcliffe Chairperson Michelle Gilchrist
said serving breakfast to the hub’s first guests was a special moment.
“It’s something we’ve been hoping for, for 10-15 years that the community has needed,” Michelle said.
The hub will increase the organisation’s capacity to produce meals and opportunities for people to connect with each other and services.
The Salvation Army Community Development Officer Amelia (Milly) Nixon said the hub was not just for people experiencing homelessness but for anyone in the community. She said the services would be tailored to the needs of the community. The Salvation Army will have a concierge and case managers to provide interim support. There will be three or four staff onsite each day.
Rallying call for change
After a successful launch in 2025 the Real Men Rally is returning to Redcliffe this month, calling on husbands, fathers, brothers, sons, uncles and friends to take a stand against domestic violence.
The rally, which is open to everyone, is a powerful event dedicated to preventing domestic violence and empowering men to be allies in creating safer communities.
It is not a protest, or an attempt
to blame or shame, instead aiming to raise awareness, provide practical education, shift the narrative to solutions, and show that real men care.
The event, on August 31 from 9-11am, is being organised by the Peninsula’s Sean Gordon, who is best known for mobilising community support after natural disasters or to help people in need.
His efforts to do something about domestic violence are being supported by Moreton
Bay City Council Mayor Peter Flannery and the rally will be held at Redcliffe’s Kayo Stadium thanks to the Dolphins.
More than 200 people attended last year’s event.
Guest speakers this year will include Alyson Richelle who is a former police Senior Sergeant and the founder of What They Don’t Tell You - a national platform addressing the hidden truths of abuse, coercive control, and systemic failure.
With professional expertise and lived experience as both a
SERVICES ON OFFER:
The Salvation Army People in need can just turn up for assistance from 8.30am-4.30pm, Mon to Fri
The Breakfast Club
Serving breakfast Mon, Wed and Fri from 7-8am
Drop-in on Tue and Thur from 9am-1pm with dinner from 4.30-5.30pm
survivor and frontline officer, Alyson brings a rare and honest perspective to conversations around family violence.
She works with men, women, children - and those who’ve used harm - to break intergenerational patterns and create real safety.
Admission to the Real Men Rally is free. Gates open at 8.30am.
TO FIND OUT MORE: and to register, visit realmenrally.org
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Work starts on One Redcliffe
Construction has officially started on a landmark development which will herald the biggest change in the Redcliffe landscape for more than a decade.
The team from Brisbanebased builder-developer Gardner Vaughan Group (GVG) celebrated the milestone with project partners, local business owners and landlords, buyer and prospective buyers, and dignitaries on July 25.
One Redcliffe, at the corner of Anzac Ave and Redcliffe Pde, will be built in two stages, delivering 214 apartments across two towers and 14 retail and commercial spaces.
Commercial Director Sam Gardner said it would be a highquality development which would improve the lives of the residents who call it home, while having a positive impact on the surrounding community.
VISIT: gardnervaughangroup. com.au/one-redcliffe to register interest, or go to the sales office at 33A Redcliffe Pde
“GVG wants One Redcliffe to reflect the spirit of the area where history, modern living and a strong sense of connection come together,” Mr Gardner said.
“A key part of our vision for this project is to create a powerful bookend to Redcliffe Pde, where One Redcliffe will act as much of a landmark as it will a catalyst to its ongoing revitalisation.”
He said that’s why the commencement of construction was a moment to celebrate, demonstrating GVG’s confidence in the project.
“For us, One Redcliffe isn’t just another project. It’s an investment in the future of a suburb we have confidence in.
Singing from same songsheet
F or 40 years Redcliffe City Choir has been sharing fine choral music with the community, so it’s no surprise its celebration will be in the form of a concert.
The choir was formed in 1985 when local singers responded to a newspaper advertisement calling for performers to join a 'non-auditioned choir’.
Fifty-seven people attended the first rehearsal, which was held in the Pensioners Hall, and the choir’s first performance was staged in June 1985 under the baton of the late Neil Atkinson.
FIND OUT MORE:
Follow Redcliffe City Choir on Facebook or visit redcliffecitychoir.org.au
Inaugural member Janet Franklin says the choir has always aimed to encourage and develop “fine choral music for the benefit of the community”.
Genres have included folk songs, musicals, major choral works, madrigals, opera choruses and spiritual.
The choir has competed in Eisteddfods and staged musicals including Gilbert and Sullivan’s Mikado
We’re proud to contribute to Redcliffe’s ongoing evolution, ensuring it remains a thriving, connected and forward-thinking community," he said.
Mr Gardner said GVG was focused on delivering a highquality development, on time and on budget, while engaging with the community.
“We will never bulldoze our way in, no pun intended. It is through transparent engagement with the community that we achieve acceptance to the point of welcome,” he said.
“We believe we have achieved that acceptance into this great community, but it doesn’t mean the transparency and engagement stops here.”
Gardner Vaughan Group Project Director and Head of Construction Callum Walsh said the start of construction followed 12 months of design and planning.
Construction of tower one, on the northern side of the site, will happen first and is expected to
take about two and a half years to complete. Stage two will take an additional 18 months. More than 3000 sub-contractors will be engaged.
Cr Karl Winchester (Div 6) said the city was home to 510,000 people and growing.
“When I saw this plan, design come across my desk, I was very excited,” Cr Winchester said.
“Down the front here, we’ve got amazing opportunity for further development and revitalisation. That’s another reason why I’m excited about this project. It’s not just the quality of the build, the units that are being delivered, but the fact that this will be a catalyst for further development through the area.
“We’ll be working on further delivering masterplan projects through the Redcliffe CBD. We’ve set up a new team in council who are working on joint ventures in particular. There’s a lot of work we can do and I think this is an exciting chapter.”
“Since the (COVID-19) pandemic and the formation of many other local choirs, we have struggled with membership. We are currently a reduced group but what we lack in numbers, we compensate for in enthusiasm,” Janet says.
Numerous Musical Directors have led the group, with Eli Ball currently at the helm. He is a student at the Queensland Conservatorium, bringing new skills and energy.
Music lovers and former members are invited to Redcliffe City Choir’s 40th Birthday concert, Then and Now. Four Decades of Song 1985-2025. It will be held at the CWA Hall, Redcliffe Pde, Redcliffe, on September 6 from 2pm. Admission will be same price as it was for the group’s first concert - $5 adults, free for children. Tickets available at the door. Afternoon tea included.
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Funding for station upgrade
Redcliffe Police Station will undergo a $44 million upgrade within the next four years – according to the recent State Budget.
The huge project includes extending the station, which opened at the corner of Redcliffe Pde and Klingner Ave, in 1983.
The office of Police and Emergency Services Minister Dan Purdie said: “Redcliffe Police station will receive a $44million extension and significant upgrade of its facility to cater to the growing demand of the area to tackle crime and increase community safety.
“The project is due to be completed by mid-2029.”
No further details are available as planning works are yet to begin on upgrading the current station building.
However, State Member for Redcliffe Kerri-Anne Dooley said on her Facebook page: “Redcliffe Police Station and precinct is getting a makeover.
“Since it was built, our population has increased as has the number
OTHER 2025-26 BUDGET COMMITMENTS INCLUDE:
• $70.4 million to “expand and improve social and community housing” in Moreton Bay.
• $35 million to work with Council on stormwater infrastructure to stop litter entering Moreton Bay
• $3.75 million for a new SES depot at Deception Bay, with Moreton Bay City Council.
• $2.1 million for Redcliffe Area Youth Space to build a specialist program with Council
of officers working from there, making it overcrowded and less than fit for purpose.”
On the post, David Tones commented: “$44million is a fair amount of money but will the upgrade be multi-storey and house what operations?
“Does this upgrade also take in the courthouse?”
But Ann Taylor wrote: “The very people who try so hard to keep Redcliffe safe are the police who
• $200,000 to design female changing rooms at Redcliffe Tigers AFL
• $150,000 for Miracle Mums Inc to help women affected by domestic violence in Redcliffe and Moreton Bay
• $70,000 for LED lighting upgrades to Peninsula Power Football Club
• $33,000 to upgrade electric Wood-Mizer at Redcliffe and District Woodcrafters Society
deserve a working place with room to work from.”
Budget Capital Statements show $1m from the 2025-26 Budget will go towards the Redcliffe Police Station upgrade and $43 million “post this budget”.
The Budget’s Moreton Bay Highlights also include “extending the aerial crime-fighting capability and expanding the POLAIR operations on the Sunshine Coast to include Moreton Bay”.
The Management & Staff wish to invite you and your family to our Memorial Service to be held in the Chapel of Great Northern Garden of Remembrance 31-35 Tallowwood Dr, Deception Bay Friday 5th September 2025 at 6:00pm for a 6:30pm start
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To harness this, start by clearly defining your business and personal goals. Visualise achieving them and immerse yourself in the associated positive emotions, just like the emotion of buying a new car. This primes your RAS to filter in relevant information and opportunities.
However, be mindful: the RAS doesn't differentiate between positive and negative focus. Dwelling on negative thoughts can lead to noticing more challenges, potentially hindering your progress. To counter this, shift your focus to more positive aspects. Have a bad half an hour instead of a bad day.
By intentionally directing your RAS, you can navigate daily operations more effectively, boost your confidence, and find a harmonious balance between ambition and contentment. Embrace this approach to transform from feeling reactive to becoming proactive.
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BELONGING IS KEY TO STUDENT engagement
Clontarf Beach State High School’s unique House System and Care Program builds a sense of belonging and connection for each student and ensures they are ‘known’.
This approach is key to ensuring students remain engaged through a strong school community.
At enrolment, each student is assigned to one of four houses - Argo, Leo, Orion or Pegasus
The school’s Care (roll call) classes have students from Years 7-12 from the same House and a Care teacher.
This class stays together for the duration of a student’s enrolment, and each student has a House Leader who looks after their holistic wellbeing and academic progress. There is a 10-minute care class each morning and a full period once a week.
Students are also encouraged to participate in Care challenges with their House throughout the year which encourages friendly rivalry and motivates students to achieve outcomes for their House.
“Rewards Day” excursions are held at the end of every term for students from the winning House to attend.
Principal Cath Pfingst says: “Our House System enhances
fostering relationships and enabling early personalised intervention for their learning.
“The Care program and weekly lessons encourage students to ‘bounce back’ and build resilience, making them lifelong learners.”
The House System was introduced in 2011 and has contributed to positive behaviour data compared to similar schools for more than a decade.
The House System evolved further in late 2024, adopting an inclusive approach to Case Management and Curriculum Design.
It came about after a need was identified for “differentiation of the curriculum to cater for diverse learning needs (through Curriculum Case Managers) and to ensure a consistent and inclusive approach to the wellbeing of students (through House Case Managers)”.
Results of the school’s Wellbeing Survey show students feel supported and known, systems and processes are clear and timely, and staff satisfaction is high.
Next steps include continuing to ensure the curriculum meets the diverse needs of all students, ensuring that the capability of all staff is developed, and supporting teachers with their own wellbeing and resilience.
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STUDENT BELONGING SPACES
The SPACE FLEXI-SPACE is a flexible learning environment for students not reaching their potential. It uses various support processes and small class sizes to create a safe space for students, which focuses on their strengths.
The REFRESH ROOM gives students who need a ‘break’ or ‘time-out’, for about 10 minutes, access to ‘calm down’ spaces which are staffed by Case Managers. They can engage in activities or schoolwork.
The RESET ROOM is for students who need reflective time, with a focus on behaviour. With the assistance of school staff, they have access to schoolwork and intervention programs.
The INDIGENOUS ROOM offers cultural, academic and emotional support as well as pathways assistance and the opportunity to check in with a Community Education Counsellor (CEC) or support officers.
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Throughout her extensive real estate career, Heather has established a solid network of repeat clientele and a robust reputation for her consistency and authentic client interactions.
Grounded, and with a mature grasp of the current real estate environment, she’s as inspirational and genuine as she is professional.
Heather is highly invested in understanding every client’s circumstances and is an unwavering advocate for the mental and financial well-being of those more mature.
In addition to her exclusive marketing benefits for seniors, Heather’s committed to providing clear, well-researched advice to ensure clients make well informed decisions are made.
She believes there’s nothing more rewarding than seeing her clients thrive after they’ve moved in to new surroundings or on to new beginnings and is dedicated to delivering a wholesome client experience from beginning to end.
Harbour upgrades a ‘priority’
Nick Crockford
Scarborough Harbour is to get almost $4 million in State Government funding for “immediate upgrades”.
It will “kickstart priority public infrastructure upgrades” and is part of $13.2 million allocated for eight State-owned-andmanaged boat harbours.
Scarborough Harbour receives $3.9 million to “improve safety, access and amenities” while the final tweaks are made to its long-term master plan.
A Transport and Main Roads
(TMR) spokesperson says it will “focus on improved land-side facilities for recreational boaties, local community and visitors” in precincts 1A, 1B and 11B.
These include upgraded public access, pathways, landscaping and lighting, new public amenities, parking upgrades, road safety improvements, improved recreational boating facilities and access, and “interventions to deter hooning”.
The spokesperson says planning and design work will start immediately with
construction expected in late 2026.
State Member for Redcliffe Kerri-Anne Dooley says: “business owners around this harbour have been asking for this for many, many years”.
The initial work will see “significant upgrades to car park, beautification, green space” … and confirmed “some anti-hooning devices”.
Scarborough Marina owner Mark Robertson says the funding will make a “big difference”.
“The boating industry is growing steadily and solidly and
needs more facilities, so the opportunity to improve what we have is very much welcome,” he says.
TMR Minister Brent Mickelberg says: “We want to see more viable and prosperous boat harbours up and down the coast.
“This funding will lay the foundation for community access, business and service opportunities and provide for new jobs in enterprises like marinas, slipways, chandleries, public boat ramps and maritime tourism operations across the State’s coastline.”
Big turnout for show
Record crowds flocked to the Redcliffe Show across three days to the delight of organisers who say additions to the entertainment program and traditional events hit the mark.
The show was held at Redcliffe Showgrounds on June 27, 28 and 29.
Senior Vice President Barbara Mapp says there were record crowds on Friday and Saturday, with a record 25,000 people attending across the three days of the show.
“Everything that we put on this year was a hit,” Barbara says.
Large numbers of Prep students attended on Friday, enjoying the Pirate Ship Spectacular Show, pig racing, Battle of the Bands and other entertainment.
The champion dog show in the main ring on Friday was also popular.
Barbara says the show’s continual evolution and the
show society’s willingness to try new things had paid off.
The introduction of Highland Cows this year was popular, with cows coming from as far away as outside of Toowoomba and also from Dakabin State High School. A Scottish pipe band played as they entered the ring for judging.
Barbara says there was a record number of entries in the horse show jumping, and the cattle judging was also a highlight.
Sideshow alley was popular, as always, along with a high-octane night entertainment program and fireworks.
“The entertainment was exactly what people wanted to see,” she says.
Barbara thanked Sharon Alback Dance Academy for bringing about 50 dancers to perform on Sunday.
She credits the show’s success
to a team of volunteers, who work for 12 months to bring it together, led by President Philip Hood.
These include the management committee and volunteer stewards who oversaw competition and displays for each section.
Barbara praised the efforts of School Work Head Steward Kay Steiner who worked with schools to create a stunning display.
“We put on the show for the public and ask them to support us, which they’ve done,” she says.
PHOTOS: Courtesy of Angelico Jarvis photographyand Dominika Lis.
Vital support in challenging times
Kylie Knight
The rising cost of living, technology and the fast pace of life are challenging families in new ways, with support provided by school chaplains more important than ever.
Nicola Saad has been a SU Australia chaplain at Humpybong State School for 16 years, training as a Triple P facilitator about eight years ago to provide additional support to families in the school and wider community.
“I had completed a Bachelor of Arts (professional majors in human services, Psychology and Counselling and Ethics and Human Rights) as a mature age student, mostly studying at the kitchen table while my children were at school. I was fortunate to be offered the role of chaplain soon after completing my degree,” she recalls.
“I was attracted to chaplaincy as I was passionate about wanting to help children and families.”
A changing world has thrown new challenges at families, with many needing support and tools to navigate them.
“Financial pressures mean that it is increasingly common for both parents to have to work, so families face significantly increased time crunches, which makes it more difficult to have time to put in the hard yards when parenting children,” Nicola explains.
“I don’t mean that working parents can’t parent well, because they certainly can. But when I do Triple P seminars and speak to parents about strategies like ‘time out’, where it is important to have time to permit children to selfregulate and to practice calming themselves. I hear frustration
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that this is difficult to do when parents have to rush out the door for work.
“To support these parents, I use Triple P to help them learn how to support their child to develop important skills like self-regulation, which take time.”
Advances in technology also present challenges to parents, trying to balance educational benefits with the impact on their emotional and social development.
“Our children are now digital creatures, often playing on screens before they can talk. For them, everything from getting answers to their questions to entertainment is instant and as such they have a far lower likelihood of learning to delay gratification,” Nicola says.
“This also has a big impact on their ability to regulate their own emotions. Screens are also interfering with how they socialise with others.
“One of the things parents ask
me about most often in Triple P is how to manage screen time for their children.”
Nicola says the cost-of-living crisis has had a huge impact.
“As a chaplain, I do a host of practical things to help," she says.
Nicola has been running Triple P seminars for about eight years, giving parents a solid introduction to the program’s proven strategies to skill children for life.
“The beauty of Triple P is that parents are much happier and calmer when they are confident in what to do when faced with difficult child behaviour and this leads to much happier children in the long run,” she explains.
Nicola says chaplains play a unique role in schools.
“In my role, I combine practical support for families with social and emotional support for students and quality parenting support for parents. It is never the same from one day to the next,” she explains.
at Grace Lutheran Primary School Sport
Sport continues to thrive at Grace Lutheran Primary School. Our netball club remains a highlight, with teams consistently performing to a high standard in the Saturday Winter Season at Pine Rivers Netball Association.
Players demonstrate fantastic skills, teamwork and resilience, proudly representing our school and making their mark on the local netball scene.
At the start of this term, we unveiled our new basketball court which is a vibrant addition to our grounds.
This exciting space has already become a hub of activity, giving students more opportunities to stay active during break times.
We’re also looking forward to incorporating the court into Physical Education and co-curricular programs.
This year also saw the launch of our Touch Football Academy, offering students specialised training during school hours.
Academy members compete in a variety of competitions throughout
the year, across a range of touch-based football codes and are developing outstanding skills while working as a team.
With continued participation in district carnivals, gala days and a growing variety of before and after-school sporting programs, sport at Grace Lutheran Primary School is thriving - promoting health, character, and community spirit in every student who gets involved.
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Bullying can seriously affect children’s wellbeing, confidence, and mental health – whether they’re being bullied, witnessing it, showing bullying behaviours themselves, or sometimes all three.
That’s why the Bullying No Way: National Week of Action (August 11-15) and its powerful theme ‘Be bold. Be kind. Speak up’ is a timely call to action for families, schools, and communities to flex their kindness muscles to stop bullying in its tracks.
With around one in four schoolaged children reporting being bullied, there’s rising concern for kids’ mental health and wellbeing. Building children’s emotional and social development has never been more critical.
Teaching positive life skills
The good news? While children aren't born with emotional and social skills, parents and carers can help kids practice and build these important abilities. Encourage your child to:
• Think about other people's feelings and how their behaviour impacts others
• Look at and listen when friends or others are talking
• Take turns in games and activities, asking what other
children would like to do rather than assuming they'll follow
• Be supportive by being friendly and including others
• Be a positive and healthy digital citizen
• Stay calm under pressure and solve problems in helpful ways
Parents as role models
Parents are perfectly positioned to model the kindness culture we want to see. Remember, your own behaviour, especially when tired or frustrated, shows how to treat others with respect. When bullying occurs
Children shouldn’t be left to deal with bullying on their own. When adults are aware of what is happening, they can watch more closely, act quickly, and help children learn new skills to prevent and respond to bullying. If your child is experiencing bullying, create a positive, safe environment by calmly listening and encouraging them to describe exactly what happened. Seek support
Reach out to your school, teacher, or principal. You can also speak with your GP, a psychologist, or school counsellor. These supports help families build their child's coping skills and confidence, or take further action if needed.
Showing GRIT, DETERMINATION in Kokoda Challenge
Since 2018, The Lakes College in North Lakes has proudly supported student, staff and parent participation in the Kokoda Challenge, entering teams into one of the most demanding endurance events in Australia.
This year marked our third consecutive entry into the full Kokoda Pinnacle Challenge – a test of grit, resilience and teamwork that stretches across three major events in South East Queensland.
The Pinnacle Challenge includes the Sunshine Coast 30km, Brisbane 48km and finishes with the ultimate test – the Gold Coast 96km Kokoda Challenge.
This year, our two teams – TLC Warriors (Schools Division) and TLC Wanderers (Open Division) – tackled all three events with courage, endurance, mateship and sacrifice. The journey began on May 10 in Kenilworth with the Sunshine Coast 30km Challenge. Despite early enthusiasm and a clean start, our teams were soon covered in mud as steady rain hit the course for four hours. Conditions were tough, but the camaraderie was stronger. After seven hours and 38 minutes, both teams crossed the finish line tired, muddy and proud – cheered on by supportive family and friends. TLC Warriors finished nearly an hour ahead of the next school’s team, launching them into first place in their division.
The second leg – the Brisbane 48km Challenge – took place in June and saw the teams push through steeper terrain, longer hours on foot, and colder temperatures. Again, they
demonstrated teamwork, perseverance, and the enduring strength of the TLC community. The final and toughest leg – the Gold Coast 96km Challenge – was held on the weekend of July 19 and 20. Setting off at 7am on Saturday morning, the team, led by Karen Ball, included three parents, four current students, and one past student. Together, they navigated more than 30 hours of hiking through the unforgiving Gold Coast Hinterland, overcoming fatigue, darkness and rugged terrain to finish on Sunday morning. Their achievement is a testament to their resilience, physical endurance and the support of our community, especially the parents who staffed checkpoints throughout the trek.
The Kokoda Challenge is more than just a physical event – it’s an opportunity to live out the values of Courage, Endurance, Mateship, and Sacrifice, while raising funds for the Kokoda Youth Foundation. This foundation delivers life-changing youth mentoring programs that empower young people to reach their full potential.
Participating in the Kokoda Challenge since 2018 has become a valued tradition at The Lakes College – one that connects students, families, staff and alumni through shared purpose and unforgettable experiences. We are so proud of our teams, and deeply thankful for the encouragement from our TLC families. Together, we are building strength, spirit and leadership – one step at a time.
Looking back at Peninsula pubs
The Redcliffe Peninsula has long been a popular place to enjoy a drink, with hotels becoming a fixture in prime waterfront locations from the late 1870s. It came more than 50 years after first European settlement in 1824, and the settlement’s move to Brisbane the following year, and followed the opening of the first school in 1876.
The Scarborough Hotel was the first hotel to be built on the Peninsula with an influx of residents buying subdivided land marketed as a seaside paradise. It was built on land bought by Stuart Mein and William Edward Murphy in 1878. Its licence was held by three different proprietors between then and 1883 when it was taken over by William Walsh and renamed Bayview Hotel.
From 1927-1933, Fred Herbert owned the hotel, unveiling plans for a new Hotel Scarborough – a two-storey brick and concrete building with theatre and ballroom.
Extensive “alterations and additions” to “turn the building into a modern structure” were reported in the Brisbane Courier in March 1933.
The hotel was a landmark at the corner of Landsborough Ave and Rock St until it closed in 2009 and was demolished in 2014. It is now an apartment complex.
The Redcliffe Hotel, now The Ambassador of Redcliffe, opened in 1881. The hotel changed hands several times, and by 1892 the new landlord Mr Granville undertook extensive renovations. In 1908, the hotel changed hands again and the
proprietor was Mrs Tappolet.
Laura MacDonald took over as licensee in May 1926 and commenced more alterations, which included re-modelling and re-furnishing the hotel to make it one of the most up to date seaside hotels in Queensland. The hotel’s evolution has continued through to present day and it remains a popular venue.
St Leonards Hotel was built in 1883 at the corner of Gayundah Esp and Lilla St, Woody Point. Its name was changed to Great Western Hotel in about 1886 and it was destroyed by fire in 1907. The hotel was rebuilt in 1909 and named the Palace.
It was leased in 1926 by Harold and Lily Filmer who bought it the following year. They named it Filmer’s Palace Hotel.
Their son Ken and his wife Mavis
managed the venue from 1952, introducing floor shows and live bands, including the Bee Gees. Mavis sold the hotel in 2002, but a devastating fire sealed its fate in 2013. The site will soon be home to an apartment complex. In 1901, Thomas and Mary Snook converted a boarding house at Woody Point into a hotel, naming it The Belvidere Hotel. The spelling was later changed to Belvedere.
The Moreton Bay Hotel (later known as The Bayview Hotel) opened in 1901 at 75 Redcliffe Pde. A new hotel was built in the 1960s, with the original moved to Redcliffe Showgrounds and used as a clubhouse by the Redcliffe Rugby League Football Club and later bought by Mousetrap Theatre. The venue closed in 2013.
SOURCES: History Redcliffe, The Pictorial History of Redcliffe and the Moreton Bay Region. IMAGES courtesy
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New
bayside living
In the heart of Redcliffe, a transformation is underway.
As the Peninsula embraces a new era of premium development, Essence on Sutton rises as a bold statement in coastal living. Currently 70 per cent under construction and on track for completion in the first quarter of 2026, Essence on Sutton has already captured the attention of buyers seeking a refined lifestyle. Essence on Sutton places residents within easy reach of everything that defines this thriving coastal community:
• Moments to the sandy stretches of Suttons and Margate Beaches
• Steps to the beachfront Esplanade pathway
• Foreshore stroll to the vibrant Redcliffe dining precinct
• Close to cafés, restaurants, retail, and boutique shopping
• Boaties’ paradise with nearby marinas at Scarborough
• Redcliffe Farmers & Artisans
Market every Sunday
• 25 minutes to Brisbane Domestic and International Airports
• Only 40 minutes to the heart of inner-city Brisbane
This striking development offers three and four-bedroom residences, thoughtfully designed for those who appreciate space, style and seamless indoor-outdoor living. Each apartment features:
• Expansive open plan living and entertaining areas
• Oversized balconies, many with views of Moreton Bay
• A sophisticated, coastalinspired colour palette
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things to consider before
renovating
Homeowners renovate for a range of reasons, but the aspects they need to consider are very similar.
Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) CEO Antonia Mercorella says there are four key things to consider before renovating.
overca P italising
This happens when a renovation costs more than it 'makes back' in added value.
“It’s very easy to get carried away when it comes to making improvements to our own homes – particularly if this is your potential ‘forever home’ rather than an investment property,” Antonia explains.
“Either way, the right renovations can turn your house into a cash flowpositive property or simply help you better enjoy living in your home.
“Regardless of what kind of renovator you are, most of us would agree that it’s best to avoid spending money on our property (whether it’s the initial purchase, or spending money on improvements and renovations) that’s not able to be recouped down the track if and when we eventually sell.”
timing
Deciding when to renovate is another key factor.
“It’s important to consider things like the interest rate environment, the growth in the sales market (still moving in a northerly direction) and the cost of building and labour (still high but signs of stabilising),” Antonia says.
“Tradespeople are still in high demand and can be rare as hens’ teeth, meaning you’ll need to do your get your ducks lined up well
in advance and consider having a contingency plan for materials or trades shortages.
“Consider what environment would mean that you’d be paying top dollar for your renovation, to determine if now is the right time for the type of renovation you want to undertake.”
cost
This is a major consideration, so setting a budget is an essential starting point.
“The general rule of thumb that many still use, is that cosmetic renovations shouldn’t cost more than 10 per cent of the current market value of your home,” Antonia says.
“A good starting point is to seek advice from an REIQ-Accredited Agency. They can provide a current appraisal for your property as well as solid insights on where to concentrate your
renovations.
“An agent can also provide information on median house prices and a comprehensive sales history for the locality of your property.
“Adding value to your home should be based on what the market is willing to pay, which is why doing your due diligence and understanding the market at the time and where it might be headed is critical.”
Renovators also need to consider future potential buyers of the property to ensure improvements appeal to the type of buyer their neighbourhood typically attracts.
“This will help target the price point you want to achieve with your home renovation, the investment you need to make, and the buyer pool looking for what you’ll have to offer,” she says.
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Engaging the services of an interior designer is as important as locking in any other contractor to renovate or build a home, according to Element Interior Design & Styling’s Toni Empringham.
“Interior Design is no longer seen as a luxury service, it’s an essential service that aligns with all of the other contractors,” Toni explains.
“If you are spending a lot of money and time on these projects, it’s essential to work with an interior designer that can help you make those important decisions and achieve your vision.”
Toni, who has lived on the Peninsula for the past 13 years, says the property market has boomed but quality renovations achieve better sale prices than “the home job, Band-Aid approach”.
This does not, however, mean homeowners have to spend a lot on products they are using.
“It’s the quality of the installation and the finish that will ultimately determine the results,” Toni explains.
“It’s knowing where to invest in the areas of your home that are going to give the best results. This strategy also applies to new builds, whether you’re building your forever home or building to sell in the future. It’s about getting that consistency right to create a timeless interior that appeals to a wider market and fits within your budget.”
Toni says the biggest misconception is that interior designers only do high-end jobs at high-end prices.
“Another misconception is that interior designers just do way-out, impractical and expensive designs. We can absolutely do this if that is required … but more often it is the interior designer who can offer practical, consistent and budget-conscious design.
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“We have the knowledge and experience in creating practical spaces that suit how you live and how you use the space.”
Element Interior Design and Styling is creating a studio at Margate where clients can book a consultation and view samples they need.
“With a large range of tiles, flooring, stone, cabinetry and
tapware, this will be a onestop design hub to get your projects going,” Toni says.
“Bring your plans in and we can review them, or alternatively, we also have an onsite building designer for extensions, new builds and custom structural requirements. We have extensive knowledge and experience with local council and building requirements.”
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d esign, functionality
can make or break a brand
Whether it's a retail shop aiming to increase foot traffic, a hospitality venue aiming to elevate ambiance, a healthcare clinic pursuing comfort and efficiency, or an office space needing to inspire employees, a renovation has the power to transform a space – and the business within it.
When it comes to commercial interior design and fitout, Woodland Fitouts is a trusted name – and for good reason.
Woodland Fitouts Managing Director Michael Casablanca shares tips he's gained from more than 30 years in the industry.
What has the biggest impact when refreshing a commercial space?
First impressions count. Think about the waiting area of your medical clinic … is it inviting?
Also consider the reception area in your office space, which is what customers and clients see first, or the
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view for customers as they enter your cafe. In a retail environment, your best bang for buck is investing in changerooms and your pointof-sale counter because this is where customers will spend most of their time.
Do I need to invest in design?
Partnering with an experienced
design company may seem like an additional cost to start with, but you will save money in the long run. You will reap the rewards of the designer's creativity, technical knowledge and industry insight. They understand how layout, lighting, materials and finishes can be curated not just for visual impact but also for functionality, flow and compliance. For businesses in sectors like medical and allied health, where patient experience and hygiene are priorities, expert design guidance is essential. We partner with some of the best designers in the industry to ensure the design meets your fitout budget from the beginning – meaning there are no unexpected costs. Why choose a fitout company over DIY?
Bespoke joinery plays a central role in commercial fitouts, offering custom-built solutions tailored to the needs of the space. Woodland Fitouts has our own joinery factory in Brendale, where we can ensure quick turn-around and quality joinery that will last –especially in high traffic areas. Whether it’s handcrafted reception counters, display shelving, integrated storage, or seating, bespoke joinery ensures space is purposeful and aesthetically cohesive to align with your brand. What else do I need to consider?
You may need to think about legislation and permits as well as requirements from the shopping centre or landlord. At Woodland Fitouts, our projects managers take care of everything. Acting as the central point of contact, the project manager oversees timelines, co-ordinates trades, manages permits and approvals, and ensures
the renovation progresses smoothly and efficiently. This is especially valuable for business owners who can’t afford downtime or disruptions to operations. How much does a fitout cost?
The cost of a fitout for an office, retail store, health clinic, cafe or restaurant will depend on factors including the size of floorplan, existing layout, joinery you require and level of detail you want. Woodland Fitouts can guide you on budget, using experience from thousands of projects, so you know from the beginning how much your project will cost. Collaboration between our designers and project managers ensures everyone is on the same page in regards to your budget, timeline and project needs.
How long does an interior fitout take?
The timeline for a fitout project will be determined by the size of the project. For a basic fitout, we suggest allowing 12–14 weeks for design, through to manufacturing, and installation. One of the benefits of having a fitout company with its own joinery factory is the fast turnaround with bespoke joinery, meaning you get quality products that are designed and built just for your business without delay.
What makes Woodland Fitouts special?
What really sets us apart is that we partner with our clients to bring their vision to life. We are proud to be a familyowned company trusted by some of the biggest national and international brands. There is no better praise than when brands come back to Woodland Fitouts time and time again – some for more than 20 years.
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Woodland Fitouts has helped Orange Sherbet expand its brick-and-mortar footprint throughout Queensland during the past two years - growing from its flagship Redcliffe waterfront store, to now also having boutiques at Kawana, Chermside, Wynnum, Helensvale, and soon Toowoomba.
Orange Sherbet owner Katie Naprasnik says it is important to find a fitout company that acts like an extension of your own business and shares the same values.
“Woodland Fitouts truly understands what Orange Sherbet stands for – empowering women and creating an uplifting, welcoming space,” she says. "Every store needs to reflect
that energy and feel consistent with our brand, and the Woodland team has delivered that seamlessly every time –on time and on budget.
"Their attention to detail, communication and ability to problem-solve on the fly has been second to none. We have a dedicated project manager who understands our business, and what we are trying to achieve.
"Not only do Woodland Fitouts take care of the design, joinery, signage and all trades, they also take care of all the permits and requirements from the shopping centre, which means our team can focus on hiring and training new team members and building the excitement about our new boutique's opening."
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Thinking about giving your floors a facelift? Renovating your flooring is one of the most effective ways to transform your home, but there are a few key things to consider before you get started. The experts at Redcliffe’s The Flooring Shop share their tips...
1. know your lifestyle needs Do you have children, pets, or high-traffic areas? Different floors suit different lifestyles. Vinyl and hybrid floors are tough, low-maintenance options for busy households, while timber and engineered wood add warmth for a timeless appeal.
2. understand your subfloor Build a solid foundation for your floor to avoid issues long term. If you put a level over it and can fit a $2 coin under one side –you need levelling. This is one of the most over-looked yet vital parts of your installation.
3. set a realistic budget It’s not just about the cost of the planks – factor in underlay, trims, installation and any necessary floor preparation.
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If you live in a high-rise apartment, there are two things you need to consider: firstly, check with body corporate for its acoustic ratings – this may affect what product you can install; and secondly, if the height of the floor changes you may need to factor in fire door adjustment. Ready to take the next step? Visit our showroom to see, touch and walk on our flooring options. From concept to completion, we’ve got you covered.
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PLACE REDCLIFFE PENINSULA: Your Newport Specialists
“I don’t just sell propertyI create a strategy that maximises your outcome.”
Place Redcliffe Peninsula Director Jess Culling is a leading sales agent in Newport, who specialises in premium and luxury canal and waterfront property.
Jess and her team of suburb specialists are high performers in their markets, drawing on local expertise, proven systems and a shared commitment to achieve exceptional results for their clients.
“As a leading agent in Newport’s prestige market, I’ve built a reputation for setting suburb benchmarks, achieving exceptional results and creating a standout presence in the luxury and waterfront space,” she says.
“I’ve also earned recognition as the number one choice for selling Newport’s canal, waterfront, and lakeside properties – based on consistent multi-million-dollar outcomes.
“I don’t just work in Newport – I live here. As a young mother, I’m proud to be an active part of this community, supporting local schools, charities and Peninsula-based businesses and events.”
After spending more than a decade developing strong relationships with high-end buyers and sellers in the area, Jess has an insight into the behaviour that influences buyer strategy and negotiation.
“Having started my career as a buyer’s agent, I offer a rare advantage when it comes to understanding buyer psychology,” she explains.
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“ The right team doesn’t just get the job done - they elevate every part of the experience.”
NEW ZEALAND WARRIORS SET UP NEW AUSSIE BASE
The New Zealand Warriors rugby league team will set up a training academy and community program in the City of Logan, as part of a partnership with Logan City Council.
The academy will offer an elite training and talent identification program, as well as a community program to help young people connect with sport and career opportunities outside football.
Mayor Jon Raven says the league world will have its eyes on Logan as the Warriors set up their new home-away-from-home base at the Logan Metro Sports Park in Browns Plains.
“So many league legends have come from Logan and we’re thrilled to welcome the Warriors to our city to nurture more NRL stars of the future,” Mayor Raven says.
“Logan is the leading rugby league nursery in the nation and has one of the largest populations of people of New Zealand and Pacific Island descent outside of Auckland.
“The Warriors are known for their strong community connections and supporting development opportunities for young people, which are values we love here in Logan – the youngest, most diverse and fastest growing city in Queensland.”
New Zealand Warriors Chief Executive Officer
Cameron George says they will be establishing
a permanent staff base in Logan to work closely with the community.
“As a club, we focus on the person first and foremost. It’s not just about footy – it’s about providing opportunities to all young people so they can reach their potential,” he says.
“Our elite academy for boys and girls in Logan will provide a direct pathway to the New Zealand Warriors NRL and NRLW teams.
“Through the community program we’ll also be offering come-andtry days, school visits and talent identification.”
Logan City Council will provide the Warriors with access to facilities such as fields and office space. The program will work directly with local rugby league clubs, supporting local coaches and players with a direct connection to an NRL team, and building the game in Logan.
Local sponsor of the Warriors and Ausbuild Managing Director Matt Bell says the partnership will provide career opportunities for young people.
“Ausbuild has proudly supported the New Zealand Warriors since they made Redcliffe and the City of Moreton Bay their Australian base in 2022.”
We’ve seen firsthand the positive impact the club has had on our local community, from inspiring the next generation of players to contributing to the vibrancy and pride of the region.
“This next chapter in Logan builds on that foundation, and we’re proud to continue standing alongside the Warriors as they expand their Queensland footprint and deepen their connection with communities across South East Queensland.
“Sport can be a great way to make connections with community and find employment opportunities, including apprenticeships and jobs.
“Ausbuild has a history of working with clubs to build pathways for young people and we’re excited to join with the Warriors and Logan City Council.”
Logan City Council will host a community day when the full Warriors squad is here for their Captain’s Run on Friday, August 22 at the Logan Metro Sports Park in Browns Plains ahead of their game against the Gold Coast Titans.
The Warriors will be signing autographs and entry is free. Fans can register
Group’s creativity
For the past 60 years, Peninsula Floral Art Group members have been making masterpieces and enduring friendships – a feat they will celebrate in September.
The group was started in 1965, after a successful Red Cross Flower Show, when Lorrai Fisher, Alderman Keitha Drake and Thelma Spindler decided Redcliffe needed a floral art group.
The inaugural meeting in September that year was well attended by a group of interested ladies and floral art demonstrator Connie Caldwell, who was later instrumental in the formation of the Floral Art Society of Queensland.
Peninsula Floral Art Group
President Pat Spillman, who has been a member for 30 years, says the group has about 12 active members these days.
They meet once a month to socialise but also learn new techniques and develop their skills during workshops.
Their work is on display at the Redcliffe Show each year and at Moreton Bay City Council citizenship ceremonies.
“It’s the enjoyment of learning how to arrange flowers. Flowers and music are two of the great
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joys of life, when you think about it,” Pat says.
“Creating art with flowers is a delight, especially when the finished work is a success.”
She says the group is comprised of mostly retired people, so the social aspect is just as important as the creativity fostered.
“It’s always been a friendly club. Some clubs are much more competitive. In most clubs, they have a novice group, an intermediate group and advanced group … they are judged and
awarded, and a critique is done to show you what you could have done better,” Pat explains.
“Ours is just a vote on one (arrangement) that people like the best. It’s not as competitive.”
Every month, members have a set piece to complete which follows a theme and is within the prescribed boundaries.
Pat would love to see more people join the group.
Members meet on the second Tuesday of the month from 9.30am-11.45am at The Old Fire Station Community Arts and Volunteer Hub, Oxley Ave, Margate. They will celebrate the 60th anniversary at the September meeting, with renowned floral artist Sue Fingleton demonstrating her skills.
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August 9
Da Vinci exhibition
Da Vinci Machines is a unique opportunity to explore the mind of the creative genius, Leonardo da Vinci. On loan from Italy’s Museum of Leonardo da Vinci, this exhibition showcases 60 of Da Vinci's most iconic inventions, meticulously constructed from his original sketches. It is on display at selected venues, including Redcliffe Museum, from August 9 to November 2.
Moreton Bay Symphony Orchestra will bring a concert to Redcliffe Entertainment Centre which captures the tranquil essence of sapphires through music from 2pm. Lose yourself in a symphonic journey that is as deep and mysterious as the ocean, and as beautiful as a clear, starlit night. Bookings are essential.
Enjoy stunning waterfront views while sourcing farm-direct produce, gourmet food and provisions, and artisan wares at Redcliffe Markets every Sunday from 8am-2pm. The markets are held along Redcliffe Pde. Visit goodwillprojects.com. au/markets/redcliffe
August 13
Art for toddlers
Art Time for Toddlers is on every Wednesday from 10.30-11.15am. It is a free sensory and art making experience for youngsters, which includes singing, dancing and play at Redcliffe Art Gallery. Visit moretonbay.qld.gov.au/ Galleries-Museums/Events/ RAG/Art-Time-For-ToddlersRedcliffe
Book club
Next Chapter Book Club is a chance for adults and young adults with developmental disabilities to read and learn, make new friends and enjoy a fun gathering once a month at Redcliffe Library. The free session is on from 11.30am-12.30pm. Registration is essential. Visit moretonbay.qld.gov. au/libraries/Events/NextChapter-Book-Club
August 18
Family history
Celebrate Family History Month in August with free genealogy help sessions at Redcliffe Library on August 18 and 25 from 9amnoon. Using Library genealogy resources, family history volunteers will be on hand during these pop-up sessions to help with all levels of family history research - from beginners to experienced genealogists. Bookings are essential. Visit moretonbay.qld.gov.au /libraries/Events/FamilyHistory-Month-Pop-upGenealogy-Help
August 22, 23, 24
Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival
Woody Point’s Apex Park will transform into a premium foodie playground, with a big line-up of celebrity chefs including Julie Goodwin, Miguel Maestre, Mike Reid, Kim McCosker, Matt Golinski, Alastair McLeod, and Simone and Viviana from My Kitchen Rules. Enjoy flavour-packed experiences and more gourmet goodness than ever before. Visit moretonbayfoodand wine.com.au
August 28
Creative workshop
Join in a free workshop with a mural artist, hear about their creative journey and learn how murals are made at Rothwell Community Hall. The session will be held from 10.30am-noon. Light refreshments will be provided. Visit moretonbay.qld.gov.au/ Events/Creative-workshopwith-a-mural-artist-RothwellCommunity-Hall
August 29
Wizard of Oz
Redcliffe Musical Theatre is bringing The Wizard of Oz to Redcliffe Entertainment Centre on August 29, 30, 31 and September 5. The stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum's beloved tale will feature musical score from the MGM film. Bookings are essential. Visit redcliffeentertainment centre.com.au/Events/RMTWizard-of-Oz
August 30
Poetry workshop
Author Lauren Daniels will be holding a poetry workshop in conjunction with the Fellowship of Australian Writers Qld at Redcliffe Library's meeting room from 2pm. Bookings are essential. Visit fawq.com.au/events/
IN THE GARDEN Sondra Grainger
with
TOP TIPS:
• healthy soil = healthy plants
• water wiser
• use organic fertilisers & microbial
Spring is on our doorstep with plants beginning to burst into bud and hints of new growth appearing throughout the garden after a cool, damp winter. All this activity is your sign to get in amongst it and prepare for the busiest season of them all.
POT PLANTS – if you haven't already, refresh your potting mix if it has spent a year or more in the pot. For indoor plants, freshen the leaves with a wipe over using a damp cloth to remove dust. Now’s the perfect time to encourage that new growth with a liquid or slowrelease fertiliser, making sure you use a product suited to your plants' needs.
LAWNS – get ready for the growing & mowing season with a little extra maintenance this month. Using a garden fork, aerate the ground and de-thatch any areas needing attention to allow for fresh growth to pop through more easily. Top-dress any low patches, keep the weeds at bay and start a weekly deep water if the weather is dry and windy. An application of Seasol or Searles Seamax will encourage strong root development followed by a lawn specific fertiliser to boost the leaf growth.
VEGGIE PATCH – continue to harvest those delicious winter veggies, composting any outside leaves (make sure they are disease free) and give the patch a thorough weed. Dig over any empty beds and enrich
the soil with organic matter such as compost, microbial products and top it off with a layer of mulch, ready for Spring planting. Seedlings of beetroot, carrot, Chinese cabbage, kohl rabi, beans and spring onions are available in garden centres now.
FLOWERS – many of our favourite shrubs and annuals will still have a bounty of blooms coming through, but if you’re needing a hit of colour, plant dianthus, petunia, alyssum, gaillardia, impatiens and statice and keep them all happy with a liquid feed. Orchid parents – if your plant has finished flowering, don’t remove the green flower stem as sometimes a new flower stem will branch from it giving you another sensational display. Only cut off this flower stem when it is brown and dry.
All this tasty new growth will be a magnet for young, hungry predators so be diligent keeping caterpillars, slugs, snails, aphids and possums from your plants, checking for activity early morning or evening when they are most active.
If your garden has a sprinkler system installed, check for blocked sprinkler heads and pipes, nests of ants or cracks in it and repair before the weather heats up.
As they say, a little preparation now will give your plants the kick start they need to optimise their growing season and give you great results.
Happy gardening!
FISHING
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ugust is typically a month dominated by westerly winds but with plenty of fishing options available.
Inshore reefs and bay waters
Expect snapper on the inshore reefs and they can be targeted after the completion of the snapper spawning closure on August 15. Good sized fish were caught on the local reefs before the closure, so expect that to continue. The clear waters during the day coupled with the amount of fishing and boating activity can make catching good fish during the day difficult. Around dawn and dusk and nighttime are your best bets. Tailor will be busy around the inshore reefs and open water. Floating around a pilchard or using various metal lures should see you have some fun and get a feed. Diver whiting will still be around for small boat fishers in Deception and Bramble Bay. Popular baits are bloodworms or strips of squid, and a good method is to drift until you find them. There is an in-possession limit of 50 fish per person but no minimum legal size. For those wanting to a pot a feed of crabs, a few blue swimmer crabs will also be around the diver whiting grounds.
Pelagic fish
August can be a good month locally for school mackerel on baits such as pilchards, and metal and hard-bodied lures. You should
also expect to encounter some schools of mac tuna and longtail tuna. They will move around from day to day but look for any signs of bait and bird activity.
Estuary and land based It pays to be flexible in your targeting approaches in the estuaries and particularly land based in the bay depending on prevailing winds. Later in the month, if there are periods of onshore winds from southeast or northeast, it can also signal that it’s time to dust off the gear for sand and yellowfin whiting. These onshore winds can stir up the bottom in the shallow parts of Bramble and Deception Bays and Margate Beach and the whiting can be actively feeding during the day as they build up condition for their Spring spawning period. A few will also be caught by anglers targeting them at night in the clearer water. Local rock worms are always a great bait for them with the foreshore of Scarborough a spot to dig them up.
On the calmer days, or when there are offshore winds from the west, look for tailor and flathead with some bream mixed in with them. Expect good catches around the fishing platforms of the Ted Smout bridge and Woody Point Jetty – particularly at night. Some anglers make the mistake of fishing too heavy for tailor
locally. If you are bait fishing, 9 to 12lb monofilament line is all you will need for fun and a feed. Don’t go too heavy on the sinker. Avoid using wire traces as it is not necessary when using ganged hooks. In fact, unweighted baits will often be the way to go. During the day, school mackerel and a few mac tuna may also turn up. Yellowtail pike will also still be around at Woody Point and Redcliffe Jetties in particular. Live pike have also been used as bait under a float to account for tailor and school mackerel. Tiger squid are also a great target species at night this month when the water stays clear. In the estuaries, mulloway have been caught in the Pine and Caboolture Rivers with some threadfin mixed in. Life baits are a great option for these species, but large paddle tail or vibe-style soft plastic lures have also been accounting for good fish. A few javelin fish will also be present
Offshore
well upriver, and trevally (bigeye and giant) have been bouncing around these river systems as well. Dusky flathead have been widely distributed across shallow banks and channel edges.
Surf beaches
Tailor are at their best this month and can be caught early morning, late afternoon and through the night. While you can catch plenty of fish on pilchards and metal lures during the day, most of the larger fish will be caught at night on baits such as bonito fillets and garfish. Bream, tarwhine, and swallowtail dart are likely to be abundant on the surf beach of Moreton Island as well. For swallowtail dart, yabbies are the number one bait, although eugaries (pippies), beach worms, blood worms or peeled prawns will produce fish as well. It can also be a great month for big sand whiting. Look for shallow gutters and drains and use a light sinker and drift the bait around to nab a feed.
The annual closed season on snapper and pearl perch to protect spawning fish comes to an end on August 15. Until then, offshore anglers will need to target other species. Other reef species that you should expect to encounter are Venus tuskfish, silver trevally, gold spot wrasse and teraglin. While for those chasing pelagics, cobia and yellowtail kingfish will certainly be in the mix.
Festival a hit with music fans
Music lovers of all ages came together for the Where We Belong Festival at Redcliffe on June 28.
The event, created by Tribe Social Belonging and Redcliffe Area Youth Space (RAYS), featured a line-up of 14 bands including headliners Frenzal Rhomb.
Tribe Social Belonging Founder Ryan Elson says at least 1200 people attended, enjoying the music, food and market stalls, and merchanise stands.
“Of course, the bands were fantastic but for me it was the families that got to go to a music festival together,” Ryan says.
“I have a great video of Something Something Explosion rocking out and to the right of stage there are kids playing basketball. Where else do you see that?”
Ryan says the festival line-up was a hit.
“All we got was positive feedback, some nice variety throughout. Breeza Daley did a great job (organising the bands),” he says.
“Frenzal Rhomb ended the show with all the energy that they are renowned for. The mosh pit was packed and the hill was full.
“Thanks to everyone that attended for getting into the spirit of the festival. We loved the friendly welcoming vibe and we are looking forward to next year. Watch this space!
“Tribe's core purpose is opportunity through connection and the festival is an opportunity for people to attend an event for all ages at a reasonable price of $50 for the day and join in with their community.
“We really just aim to cover costs. This year our sponsors really helped with getting us over the line with our merchandise, so we are very grateful. The RAYS crew did an amazing job of running the bar and all proceeds go into community and youth programs.”
1. Tribe's Emma and Ryan Elson
2. Fiona Grees & Tully Bates
3. Rogue Spencer & Jake Mcnamara
4. Felicity Levy, Brendon Greinger & Andrew Grainger 5. Justin & Jasmin 6. RAYS' Kathryn Kenny, Federal Member for Petrie Emma Comer and RAYS' Amy Mayes
7. Elly Smethurst & Emma Burgess
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Virgo
AUG 23 - SEP 22
August could bring an unexpected development around the 9th in your career, status or general direction in life. The Virgo new moon on the 23rd provides an excellent opportunity to move into fresh territory, so take the initiative, and find ways throughout August to boost your energy levels.
Libra
SEP 23 - OCT 22
Mars enters Libra on the 7th, boosting energy levels and helping you to get on top of chores. However, Mars could fire up feelings of frustration and irritability, so be sure to pace yourself and boost your closest relationships by engaging good communication skills for best results.
Scorpio
OCT 23 - NOV 21
August will engage your sense of purpose. If you feel you have been drifting, this is a good month to get on track. The full moon on the 9th will motivate you to be more expressive. You’ll be drawn to plan exciting ventures. To create a source of comfort, be sure to invest in your domestic life.
Sagittarius
NOV 22 - DEC 21
You can step into fresh circumstances financially, especially with shared areas, such as joint finances. Be prepared to make fresh arrangements with joint duties and responsibilities too. Your adventurous nature will seek exciting projects. Just be sure to not appear bossy, especially at work.
Capricorn
DEC 22 - JAN 19
Developments around the full moon on the 9th; towards the 16th and 30th will spotlight your finances. It’s a busy month so keep your communication and negotiation skills on tip-top form. It’s a good time to improve your domestic or family circumstances as your efforts are likely to succeed.
Leo
JUL 23 - AUG 22
This is a good month to hold the reins in your life, especially if you see that your direction and status have been drifting. But be sure to take things one step at a time, as Mercury retrograde may delay some of your plans. Consider how to improve communications skills to obtain your goals.
Aquarius
JAN 20 - FEB 19
The Aquarian full moon on the 9th and the Virgo new moon on the 23rd will bring a fresh chapter in your personal life and for some, a new phase in your daily routine due to work or health changes. It’s a good month to think laterally in order to negotiate fresh arrangements and agreements.
Pisces
FEB 20 - MAR 19
Mars will bring passion your way, so if your love life has been lack-lustre, things are looking up! But for some, Mars may trigger other people’s anger or frustration, so be careful not to fuel arguments. The new moon on the 23rd will help you to make progress at work or health-wise.
Aries
MAR 21 - APR 19
This is a busy time especially financially and due to changes in your status, so take the initiative but be sure to research options carefully. You’ll also see key developments in your domestic and family zones. You’re likely to see rewards for your hard work especially towards the 8th and 20th.
Taurus
APR 20 - MAY 20
You may experience a fresh mood already early in August. Career-wise, options towards the 8th and 20th will be pivotal. You’ll be drawn to look for ways to create more stability in your personal life and at home, and the new moon on the 23rd will provide additional insight into how to do this.
Gemini
MAY 21 - JUN 20
You’ll value looking at your big-picture direction and you can alter it if you wish. In the process, you may need to revisit a circumstance or return to an old haunt. Focus on improving your home will be worthwhile. Be patient as communications are unlikely to be on top form before the 25th.
Cancer
JUN 21 - JUL 22
In August, Jupiter creates the chance to expand aspects of your life that bring you joy, so be sure to look for ways to bring more of what you want into your life, as your efforts are likely to be successful. The full moon on the 9th will spotlight shared concerns such as joint finances.
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History was made in the $90,000 Optilease Redcliffe Pro-Am with four players teeing-up in the tournament’s first play-off.
Victorian Ben Henkel took the top prize on the second play-off hole, from fellow Victorian Andrew Kelly, Wynnum-born Chris Wood and Gold Coast-based Dillon Hart. Henkel followed his first round 66 with four birdies from the 10th to 14th holes to card a 10-underpar 60 - and just missed making it a 59 on his last hole.
It was a dramatic finale to the most lucrative pro-am in Australia which attracted a top-class field for the July 17-18 event at Redcliffe Golf Club.
“It did have a Tour feel to it and the course was amazing too,” winner Ben Henkel told the Australia PGA website. “The course set-up was so good for the event.
“The greens are rolling pure, fairways and surrounds are amazing and even the temporary
Wilson hungry for
holes we had to play were pretty damn good too.”
Redcliffe’s Director of Golf
Chris Adnams described the Adidas PGA Pro-Am Series tournament as “amazing” with “some elite golf over two days”.
“The weather was picture perfect on day one. Day two opened with light showers but cleared quickly to allow fantastic scoring from most of the players.
“Ben Henkel's -8 under par round got him into the four-man playoff - the first time in this event that a playoff has happened - which was very exciting.
“Our major sponsor has signed for another two years and it will be known as the Isuzu-Optilease Redcliffe Pro-Am which is outstanding to now have the backing of Isuzu trucks.
“The entire Redcliffe Golf Club team, with an army of member/ volunteers, made this event run flawlessly and I couldn’t be more proud of everyone involved.
“The pride, passion and vision the club, sponsors and myself share
Nick Crockford
LEADING SCORES
1 Ben Henkel (VIC) 66, 60126 ($16,182)
T2 Andrew Kelly (VIC) 63, 63 –126 ($6558)
T2 Chris Wood (QLD) 63, 63 –126 ($6558)
T2 Dillon Hart (QLD) 61, 65 –126 ($6558)
T5 Daniel Gale (SA) 65, 62 –127 ($3493.80)
T5 Lucas Higgins (NSW) 62, 65 – 127 ($3493.80)
T7 Doug Klein (QLD) 65, 63 –128 ($2652)
T7 Jye Pickin (NSW) 63, 65 –128 ($2652)
for this event is why it is the biggest and best pro-am in Australia.”
Doug Klein, who used to work in the Redcliffe Pro Shop and won the tournament in 2021, was seventh with an eight-under-par 128.
Dolphins NRL stars Isaiya Katoa and Jake Averillo were among the guests playing in the Redcliffe Pro-Am.
Katoa’s playing jersey from the NRL’s Anzac Round was auctioned for $3100 and raised $2950 from the Mega Raffle with both sums going to Redcliffe Golf Club’s Junior program.
Redcliffe golf course was a par 68 for the tournament, with work underway on the 10th hole. It is usually a par 71.
Redcliffe-born Liam Wilson may have moved “one step closer” to a third world title shot after victory in Cairns on June 25.
Wilson, who trains at All Star Boxing Academy in Lawnton, beat Argentinian Ayrton Gimenez on points over 10 hardfought rounds.
It keeps Wilson in the frame for another shot at WBO Junior Lightweight champion Emanuel Navarette.
“That was the whole point of tonight,” Wilson, 29, said on Fox Sports, “hopefully I get one step closer to a rematch. That’s what I’ve been preparing for.”
Wilson won comfortably on all three judges’ cards (98-92, 97-93, 96-94), despite Gimenez’ confidence before the decision was announced.
“I won the fight fair and square. It was hard for Mr Damage to come out tonight,” Wilson said.
“The guy’s a good technical boxer and on his bike … that’s his style and he uses it very well. It was up to me to cut off the ring and box smart.
“It’s something new for me. Credit to him and his team. I definitely thought I won the fight.”
Wilson now waits for Navarette to face Charly Suarez again, after their fight in May was controversially stopped for an
“accidental” cut and later ruled a "no contest". If Navarette wins, promoter No Limit Boxing – which has Wilson in its stable – says it would like to set-up a rematch in Australia.
Wilson floored Navarette in round four of their first fight. But the champion was given a 27-second count (rather than 10) after losing his mouthguard and recovered to win in round nine.
Vegas Larfield, who lives at Redcliffe, had a points victory at the Convention Centre in Carins.
The 23-year-old featherweight took his record to 13 wins from 14 fights after beating Bryan Cabrillos, from the Philippines, over six rounds.
Power play for top-four finish
Peninsula Power’s Cup run may be over, but the race for league honours is hotting up.
Western Sydney Wanderers helped attract a crowd of 1800 to AJ Kelly Park on July 22 for the Hahn Australian Cup Round of 32 tie.
Wanderers, the only A-League club to have won the Asian Champions League, scored three first-half goals to book their place in the last 16.
Power keeper Jordan Thurtell saved a second-half penalty which denied Bulgarian international Bozhidar Kraev a hat-trick.
However, Power’s focus has already switched from the national spotlight back to Queensland and the battle for a top-four finish.
At the time of writing Power was third on the NPL Qld ladder with 32 points, six behind leaders Moreton City Excelsior, with each having four games to play.
Lions were second, five points
Focus turns to next season
Finals
footy may have eluded Redcliffe Tigers’ wheelchair team – but foundations are already being laid for their 2026 AFL campaign.
Tigers finished this year’s Queensland Wheelchair Football League fourth on the ladder with three wins from 12 games.
It meant the 2024 Premiers relinquished their crown, but coach Stephen French has used every opportunity to plan ahead.
“This year has been about building the squad again, strengthening the foundations and looking to next year,” French says.
“Redcliffe was the first club to put a team into this AFL competition. In the first season,
behind Moreton City with four to play. Gold Coast Knights fourth, four points behind Power, again with four fixtures to go.
“It was great occasion,” Power’s Football Director Ben Ryan says of the Cup tie, which was broadcast by Paramount +.
“The first half was disappointing, but we got going after the break. The crowd really stayed with us and had their moment with the penalty save.”
Ryan says the attendance was “up there with some of the best”
at AJ Kelly Park.
Power’s NPL run-in is mixed. They faced Lions on August 2 in a crunch clash, then have mid-table Brisbane City and Olympic, followed by struggling St George Willawong, who were 10 points adrift of safety at the foot of the table.
“Moreton City obviously have the advantage, we just have to focus on ourselves,” Ryan says.
“In these situations, I don’t think any games are easier or harder than any others.”
we made the grand final and lost to Morningside.
“Last year, we made the grand final again and beat Morningside but this season has been more about players coming in and working toward next year.
“Tigers have been very supportive and we’re looking to promote it in a bigger way.”
Wheelchair AFL is open to anyone, of any age, male or female. Tigers’ wheelchair squad includes abled and disabled players.
All are given a points classification, which is then used to meet a points total for the five players on field at any one time.
“Abled bodied people play, but it takes a while for them to get
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Visit redcliffetigers.com.au/ wheelchair competitive,” French says.
“Being in a wheelchair is actually a leveller for new players. It takes a while to get used to it … to begin with our chair skills are far superior.”
This year, the competition has five teams – Tigers, Morningside, Beenleigh, Ormeau and Mt
Gravatt. Morningside finished top, winning every game except one - a 30-30 draw with Tigers.
Redcliffe’s three victories this season were against Beenleigh Buffaloes - 48-16 and 41-14 in rounds two and three and 44-10 in round six.
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'It has been a dream'
Dolphins young gun Aublix Tawha channels Sonny Bill Williams before taking the field, priming himself to get physical for the team that’s given him ‘everything’ in its hour of need.
The Dolphins’ starting lineup has been decimated by injury with 10 players out in recent weeks and a cloud over Kenny Bromwich, who has been battling a neck complaint.
It’s been a headache for Head Coach Kristian Woolf but has given rising stars like Tawha a chance to step up and realise their NRL dream.
“Woolfy says he believes in me to do the job. I want to prove him right and prove to the boys that I can be here and back them up,” Tawha says.
“It’s crazy … someone like that saying they believe in you.
Coming from where I come from, you never think you’d talk to someone of that calibre … now I’m here, playing NRL. I just don’t want to let him down.”
As The Redcliffe Peninsula went to print, the Dolphins were eighth on the ladder and preparing to face the Warriors.
Tawha is truly grateful for the opportunity to play in the NRL, after almost giving up following a shoulder injury.
“It’s been a dream. I can’t even explain it. Two years ago, I was back in New Zealand scaffolding, playing local footy, and now I’m here,” he said.
After a stint playing Dutch rugby union, Tawha grabbed a chance to play for the Yass Magpies rugby league club in Canberra and was sought out by then Redcliffe Dolphins Coach
Ben Te’o who had seen vision of the then centre in action.
He made his Queensland Cup debut for Redcliffe in July 2023 and went on to make his NRL debut for the Dolphins in round 16 this year.
Tawha has benefited from the guidance of mentors Kenny Bromwich, Josh Kerr and Frank Molo as he’s moved into the middle as prop.
And if he needs inspiration, there’s always Sonny Bill Williams …
“That’s what I flick on before I play, watch some Sonny Bill Williams highlights ... just watch his hits,” Tawha says.
“I think I play my best, when I’m being physical … everything else unfolds after that.”
So, what does it mean to be a Dolphin?
“It’s the best thing ever. This club’s given me everything from bringing me up here to helping me find a house … all the coaching staff have been so good to me in my development of my game,” he says.
“All the boys have been unreal. It’s just like a brotherhood. I can trust anyone in the locker room. I love it.”
Footy has almost certainly changed the trajectory of Tawha’s life.
“You (can) get in a lot of trouble, where I’m from. I needed to get out of there and find something different,” he explains.
“There’s not much opportunity, where I’m from. Coming here, I can see a goal I can reach … especially something you’ve dreamed about your whole life … it’s right there.”
Glory for Red Dragons crews
Redcliffe has been etched into the history of Australian dragon boating thanks to crews at the 2025 national championships in Penrith.
The Redcliffe Red Dragons, which included two from Redcliffe Pink Snapdragons, faced powerhouse teams from across the country.
In a superb campaign, three Reds’ crews reached national finals and two others made it through tough semi-finals.
The crowning glory came from the Senior C Mixed 10s, which claimed bronze in the 200m final, putting Redcliffe firmly on the national dragon boating map.
And from nine entries across the 500m event, Redcliffe’s dedicated crew placed fifth nationally - an exceptional feat.
The Senior B Women’s crew also delivered a fine performance, advancing to the semi-finals in the 500m and finals in the 200m.
In the latter, they narrowly
missed the podium finishing fifth - just 1.5 seconds off bronze.
Redcliffe’s Senior A Open 10s also proved their mettle, battling through a field of 16 in the 500m and 18 in the 200m.
They reached the semi-finals in the 500m and missed out on the 200m semi-finals by just 0.56 seconds.
To have multiple crews making finals and a national medal win was an outstanding achievement for a club of Redcliffe’s size.
