Redland City Mayor Jos Mitchell said the mural captured the spirit of Wellington Point and the unique environment on Redlands Coast. “The We visit every year mural beautifully celebrates some of our most dedicated annual visitors – migratory birds that travel thousands of kilometres to call Moreton Bay home for part of the year,” the Mayor said. “Murals like this not only boost visitation and tourism, adding colour and character to our streetscapes, but also raise environmental awareness.” Division 1 Councillor Wendy Boglary said the mural had been embraced by the community since its installation in 2017 and highlighted the area’s vibrancy. “Queensland artist Deb Mostert has done an outstanding job portraying the essence of Wellington Point with her playful and insightful take on the area’s popularity as a place of leisure and visitation,” Cr Boglary said. “While the painted surface of the mural had remained in good condition since its installation in 2017, the plywood substrate had deteriorated due to moisture, resulting in irreparable damage and necessitating the need for renewal. “Using street art is an informative, innovative method to not only enhance place making for economic development, but also to educate locals and visitors of the environmental importance of our Redlands Coast foreshore area for the migratory shorebirds.” To ensure the mural’s longevity, Council collaborated with the artist through public art consultancy Onespace to develop an innovative solution. The original mural was reproduced using advanced printing technology on durable aluminium panels, significantly extending its lifespan. This reimagining has provided the opportunity to incorporate a second complementary artwork by Deb Mostert, originally proposed during community consultation. Artist Deb Mostert welcomed the opportunity to renew the mural. “I am grateful to see the renewal of the We visit each year mural in a new format, which continues to resonate deeply with the community,” she said. “It is heartening to know the conversation about the significance of the migratory shorebirds in this area will continue, sparked by these visual reminders of our amazing shorebirds.” Redland City Council appreciates the community’s ongoing support for public art projects. Redland City Council acknowledges the Quandamooka People, the Traditional Owners of the land, waters, winds and seas of Redlands Coast. 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Tropical Cyclone Alfred forecast: What to expect over the coming days What airlines are offering travellers as Tropical Cyclone Alfred sparks cancellations ShareGet SBS News daily and direct to your InboxSign up now for the latest news from Australia and around the world direct to your inbox.Your email address *Morning (Mon–Fri) Local Government and Planning and Minister for Public WorksThe Honourable Meaghan Scanlon The Miles Government will deliver more Homes for Queenslanders in Brisbane’s eastern suburbs with contracts awarded for two new complexes both projects will see 43 new homes built with 17 one-bedroom and six two-bedroom units at Wellington Point and 20 one-bedroom units in Alexandra Hills The 20 one-bedroom units in Alexandra Hills is jointly-funded with the Albanese Government through its Social Housing Accelerator All these homes form part of the Miles Government’s Homes for Queenslanders plan Quotes attributable to Member for Capalaba Don Brown: “We’re doing what matters for Queensland and the Redlands These new homes will be a welcome addition to our community and for people that need social housing “These new homes also allow people to downsize from their current social homes freeing them up for larger families.” Quotes attributable to Housing Minister Meaghan Scanlon: “Our Homes for Queenslanders plan is getting more shovels in the ground and tradies on the tools to build the homes Queenslanders need “That’s in stark contrast to the LNP who are right now blocking 8,000 Queenslanders from buying their own home by getting in the way of the Help to Buy shared equity scheme.” Quotes attributable to Federal Housing Minister for Housing and Homelessness Clare O'Neil: “The Albanese Government is focused on turbocharging the building of more homes in our cities and governments of all levels need to work together to make that happen.” “The solution to a housing crisis generations in the making is for all levels of government to build more homes and that’s exactly what we’re doing – homes for renters and homes for the most vulnerable in our community Because more homes means more affordable housing.” Anyone who needs housing assistance can contact the Bayside Housing Service Centre during business hours on 07 3034 9800 or call the 24/7 Homeless Hotline on 1800 474 753 Media contact: Francis Dela Cruz - 0420 592 078 Please use our complaints and compliments form. women and animals of the armed forces and those who paid the ultimate sacrifice in the service of Australia and New Zealand Council advises the community of the following road closures on Anzac Day Cleveland: Changed traffic conditions will be in place from 1am to 2pm on Friday 25 April 2025 on Kinsail Court Shore Street West and Shore Street North for the Cleveland Anzac Day Service Road closures will be in place on Shore Street West Redland Bay: Changed traffic conditions will be in place from 2am to 9am on Banana Street Weinam Street and Hamilton Street Redland Bay on Friday 25 April 2025 for the Redland Bay Anzac Day Service A road closure will be in place on Banana and Weinam streets Council urges motorists to park in accordance with the road rules The following Anzac Day services are being held across Redlands Coast on Friday 25 April 2025: Dawn service parade: 5.20am – Redlands RSL Dawn service commemorations: 5.30am – Anzac Centenary Park Main parade commences: 10.20am – Shore Street West into Anzac Centenary Park Main commemorative service: 11am – Anzac Centenary Park Please see changed traffic conditions above Dawn parade: 4.45am – from corner of Banana and Weinam Streets Dawn service: 5am – Cenotaph at Neville Stafford Park March to cenotaph: 5.10am – From butcher shop on Welsby Street Main march commences: 10.45am – Dunwich State School Main commemorative service: 11am – Cenotaph March to cenotaph: 5.15am – Corner of Kate and Beelong streets Anzac Day Sunset Tribute: 4pm – Karragarra Beach Pavilion Dawn service: 5.30am – Russell Island Cenotaph March to cenotaph: 10am ­– Corner of Cestrum Street and Canaipa Road to cenotaph Main commemorative service: 10.30am – Cenotaph Dawn service: 4.45am – Cenotaph adjacent to Lamb Island Recreation Club Cadets and school captains assemble: 7.45 am – Wellington Point State High School Assembly Hall Service commences: 8am – Wellington Point State High School Assembly Hall Mayor Jos Mitchell said Container Exchange Points were helping to reduce litter and improve recycling in these areas while also making it easier for the community to cash in on the 10-cent refund offered through the Containers for Change scheme. “There are so many benefits to this initiative and we are grateful to be working with Container Exchange (COEX)—the not-for-profit that runs Queensland’s container refund scheme—to trial recycling exchange points in some of our most popular public spaces,” the Mayor said. “The trial was launched in select areas of Cleveland earlier this year to assist Council with meeting some of its recycling goals and to reduce the frequency and volume of recyclable bottles either being left in public spaces or lost to landfill through general waste bins. “Since then, four new suburbs have been added to the pilot – Mount Cotton, Victoria Point, Capalaba and Wellington Point – more than doubling the number of exchange points available on the mainland. “The main public areas in the five participating suburbs experience some of the highest footfall on Redlands Coast, particularly during the holiday season, so we know these exchange points will make a positive difference for our community. “They will also help residents separate out their waste to ensure the right items are going in the right bins and we’re not losing precious recyclable materials to landfill.” Container Exchange Points are attached to the outside of Council bins and contain six slots for depositing empty recyclable drink containers such as glass bottles or aluminum cans. Containers placed in the receptacles can be collected by members of the public and cashed in at any Containers for Change refund point, where each bottle and can recycled earns a 10-cent refund. The Mayor said the social benefits of providing the community with easy and clean access to used drink containers for the refund scheme was one of the key factors in Council’s decision to work with COEX on expanding the exchange point trial. “It’s fantastic that our community can help out their fellow Redlanders while also contributing to the circular economy and keep our Redlands Coast pristine,” the Mayor said. “Money earned through the Containers for Change program can make a difference to the household budget including helping residents put money back into their weekly expenses. “According to Containers for Change, 1.8 billion containers­—including more than 50 million in the Redlands—had been recycled through the scheme to December 2024, helping to grow our circular economy as we move towards a zero-waste future. “Container Exchange has advised us that a lack of container collection bins in public spaces is a key contributor to recyclable drink containers ending up in landfill so we are proud to be backing in this initiative with an expansion of the trial.” Container Exchange CEO Natalie Roach said she was delighted to see CEPs being rolled out to new locations throughout the Redlands. “The Redlands were one of our first Council partners and from the very beginning they’ve demonstrated a strong commitment to container recycling,” she said. “Container Exchange Points are the perfect container recycling solution for public spaces—they’re low cost, easy to maintain and completely serviced by community collectors. “They’re a great example of our commitment to innovation, community building and most of all, circularity. “For Councils, Container Exchange Points are the easiest way to make sure eligible containers are recycled and kept out of landfill and the natural environment.” Container Exchange Points are available in the following locations (multiple units may be available at each site): Redland City Council provides a suite of services to 166,873 residents and more than 63,000 residential households across Redlands Coast. Our naturally wonderful city on Quandamooka Country is home to more than 335 kilometres of coastline, six island communities and 12 mainland suburbs. Recycling and Waste Centres are also open and accepting event-related green waste trucks and tippers carrying green waste are required to take green waste to the Giles Road site All other smaller vehicle types such as passenger vehicles four-wheel drives and utility vehicles towing box trailers are accepted at all sites Redland City Council has taken multiple actions to support the community to manage additional waste generated as a result of the impacts of Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred will begin from Monday 17 March 2025 to help residents unable to clear green waste generated from ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred Cut your green waste to sizes and weights that can be moved by two people Only disaster-related waste from inside and immediately outside the home is being prioritised at the moment Green waste from other areas of your residence or prior to the event should be separated and processed as normal within existing waste centres We understand that cleaning up after the cyclone is a big job or don’t have the right equipment to clear fallen trees and other vegetation from around your home How it works: Register your job with Council below and based on the details provided we will prioritise jobs and allocate resources where they are needed most and while we’re working as quickly as possible not all requests will be actioned immediately Remember you can only register for support with disaster-related waste from inside and immediately outside the home For more information and to register, go here: Redland Recovery | Redland City Council Surplus food waste / highly odorous waste disposal (closes end of the day on Sunday 16 March) For excess food waste / highly odorous waste (e.g. nappies) that can’t be placed in kerbside bins bulk bin disposal sites are now open to the community at several locations on the mainland to assist residents with their clean-up efforts after Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred These sites have been activated to help households including those who have been impacted by power outages dispose of event-related food waste and highly odorous materials such as nappies No other waste is permitted at these sites Surplus food waste / highly odorous waste bins have been set up (until the end of the day on Sunday 16 March) in the following locations: All sites will remain open during daylight hours remain alert and watch for hazards such as fallen trees and floodwaters if they are driving to waste disposal sites Please follow Queensland Health guidelines for when to dispose of food waste: Food safety after a disaster | Queensland Health Surplus green waste drop-off sites (open 6am-8pm) Residents wishing to dispose of green waste generated during Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred that is directly impacting their residence can do so at the following sites Recycling and Waste Centres are also open and accepting event related green waste four-wheel drives and utes towing box trailers are accepted at all sites Mainland Recycling and Waste Centres are open and operating extended hours Island Recycling and Waste Centres are also all open and operating extended hours. Refer to the Council website for opening hours: Recycling and waste centres | Redland City Council (redland.qld.gov.au/waste) Thank you for your understanding and patience RecycleWorld is closed until further notice Scheduled kerbside bin collections have resumed and will continue to operate as per Council’s usual schedule. Check your bin day for when to put your bin out: Bin collection day | Redland City Council Please note that there will be no separate clean-up collection from the verge outside properties. Please do not leave loose waste out on your kerbside. Only waste in your bins will be collected. Uncontaminated sandbags (including sandbags that have come into contact with rain water or clean rain water run-off) Contaminated sandbags (including sandbags that have come in contact with floodwater or sewerage overflow) Residents of Redland City Council are advised to MONITOR CONDITIONS for localised flooding. Council is aware of the following locations that may be impacted by localised flooding and advise drivers to stay informed of local conditions over the coming days: These are known flood-prone locations, however other local roads may also be impacted. The ungated Leslie Harrison Dam is at 139.9% capacity and is spilling. This is causing some localised flooding to Capalaba Regional Park, Pittwin Road North, Capalaba,  and John Fredericks Park, Banfield Lane, Capalaba which is home to the Capalaba Greyhound Racing Club, Capalaba Warriors Rugby League Club, and Capalaba Bulldogs Football Club. For emergency help in floods and storms, call the QLD SES on 132 500 or download the SES Assistance QLD App. In life threatening situations, call Triple Zero (000) immediately. The Bureau of Meteorology advises of locally INTENSE RAINFALL which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING may develop throughout today. DAMAGING WIND GUSTS may also occur with peak gusts of around 90 km/h are possible on the southeast coastal fringe. A Coastal Hazard Warning and Hazardous Surf Warning is current. If you find it hard to move quickly or have special or medical needs: If you are a tourist, visitor, camper or caravanner: we know many residents have been severely impacted by fallen trees and green waste To help residents unable to clear green waste generated from ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred Council will begin kerbside collections from next week Please place green waste near your kerbside UPDATE 20 MARCH: The following bulk green waste disposal sites are now closed: Don’t forget that small amounts of green waste are suitable for your green-lid kerbside bin. Assistance provided through the jointly funded Commonwealth-State Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA). This is probably not the page you’re looking for Warning of hazards from ‘erratic’ storm that could make landfall between Friday and Saturday morning Millions of people in Queensland have hunkered down while residents in parts of northern New South Wales have been ordered to evacuate as Australia’s east coast prepares for wild weather brought by Tropical Cyclone Alfred The slow-moving storm is now expected to make landfall in Queensland late on Friday or on Saturday morning later than was forecast earlier in the week after the category two system “spun around on itself” and briefly stalled overnight on Wednesday It slowed again late on Thursday night and appeared to be turning east again but then picked up speed and headed back towards the coast. At 4am on Friday morning the category 2 storm had sustained winds near the centre of 95kmh gusts to 130kmh. The BoM’s forecast predicted it would remain at a similar intensity until it crosses the coast late Friday evening or early Saturday, most likely close to Moreton Bay between Noosa and Coolangatta. Read moreThe east coast felt the impact of powerful winds and wet weather on Thursday NSW SES issued an emergency warning residents in 11 locations in the Tweed Brunswick and Richmond catchments to evacuate before 9pm on Thursday night due to potential flooding from the storm Northern rivers residents that had not been directed to evacuate were advised to stay indoors ⚠️Emergency Warnings - Evacuate before 9:00pm Thu 06 March 2025 for locations:🔺Uki 🔺Fingal Heads 🔺Tumbulgum 🔺North Lismore 🔺South Lismore 🔺Lismore CBD🔺East Lismore 🔺Billinudgel 🔺Low lying parts of Kyogle 🔺Bungawalbin 🔺Low lying areas of Coraki pic.twitter.com/mr3XUymJCt Authorities warned forecasted heavy rainfall would close evacuation routes with the NSW SES acting chief superintendent saying other areas may be ordered to evacuate on Friday Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email “The weather is deteriorating rapidly for us Whilst it may look like the rivers aren’t flooding there is high concern that they will start to flood overnight and continue tomorrow,” he said “We’ve taken that decision to … ask you to leave early Bureau of Meteorology senior forecaster Matthew Collopy said Alfred had “doubled back on its path” in the early hours of Thursday before resuming towards the coast and that its crossing had been delayed by about 24 hours Collopy said it was important not to get “hung up” on the precise crossing time because impacts would occur before and after Collopy said if Alfred crossed the coast at high tide storm surges of up to 1.5 metres were possible with parts of Redland Bay and Gold Coast likely to be most at risk and we expect them to develop through the day today as the system approaches the coast,” Callopy said in terms of the erratic movement of the system reiterates the fact this is an evolving situation.” Forecast track map for Tropical Cyclone Alfred as of 4.46pm AEST, Thursday 6 March. Illustration: Bureau of MeteorologyThe Queensland premier, David Crisafulli, said there had already been 700 requests for SES assistance and urged Queenslanders to use the additional time to double-check their preparations. “I have spent a bit of time on the ground yesterday and the message is certainly getting out there,” he said. “I want to thank people for that. Great stories, as well, of people reaching over the back fence for the first time. Neighbours helping neighbours, and strangers helping strangers and that’s really important at the moment.” Free newsletterGet the most important news as it breaks public transport and other normal services have ceased in Brisbane but sandbag depots were reopened on Thursday to allow additional last-minute fortification of homes and businesses warned residents in affected areas in Queensland to prepare for the storm surge flash flooding and riverine flooding as Cyclone Alfred nears the coast our creeks are very wet and will respond very quickly to intense rainfall as it falls,” he said They are prepositioned and they are able to respond but it is now important that communities understand their risk and start to put plans in place not only for the cyclone … but also for flash flooding and riverine flooding.” said Alfred was behaving “like a completely unwanted house guest” “It’s going to be late but linger even longer Unfortunately that means the window for destruction in our community – heavy rains powerful surf – is longer than we would have otherwise liked.” said he had spoken with the mayor of Lismore “He spoke about what a tough night he’s had with himself and his partner They’ve had hit after hit after hit,” Albanese said “At the worst of times we always see the best of Australian character I said yesterday that there were no political parties in this process and there are no borders Tropical Cyclone Alfred certainly does not recognise any borders and nor should the government’s response.” Residents who choose to evacuate their home are urged to stay with friends or family if possible There have been more than 26 emergency centres established in Queensland and more in NSW An evacuation centre has been erected at Southern Cross University on Military Road in East Lismore Read more of Guardian Australia’s Tropical Cyclone Alfred coverage: Tropical Cyclone Alfred LIVE: latest news and updates When and where will the cyclone hit? Everything we know so far about TC Alfred How BoM modelling predicts the path of cyclones like Alfred Why did Tropical Cyclone Alfred slow down on its path towards the east coast? Is climate change supercharging Tropical Cyclone Alfred as it powers towards Australia? This article was amended on 7 March 2025. An earlier version stated there had been a record 12.3 metre wave at Main beach on the Gold Coast. The Queensland government subsequently said that erroneous reading was due to a damaged monitoring buoy. CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced AEST = Australian Eastern Standard Time which is 10 hours ahead of GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) The annual Point to Pinnacle race from Sandy Bay to the summit of kunanyi/Mt Wellington has once again been a success with thousands of participants taking part in the event which includes both a running and walking event saw James Hansen and Milly Clark take home the top honours in the running category with times of 01:25:54 and 01:41:51 respectively Timothy Wood and Alyssa Franklin were crowned champions Organisers praised the ‘incredible community spirit’ on display throughout the event “You all come together for so many different reasons every year to get to the Pinnacle and your individual journeys brought you all together today for something truly special,” they said “This year has been truly remarkable the experience and awareness and funds raised for so many charities through the event will change lives.” Send your photos, videos and tip-offs to[email protected], use our News Tips form or call and leave us a message on 03 6124 2526 Pulse Tasmania is published by Pulse Media Group Pty Ltd dies after colliding with car in Wellington Point Brisbane Matt ShrivellThe Nightly1 Min Read04 Oct 2024Updated04 Oct 2024A young man died at the scene Credit: AAPA young motorbike rider could not be revived after slamming into a car on the outskirts of Brisbane The collision occurred 22km southeast of Brisbane and police say a Yamaha R7 motorbike and a Mercedes GLE 400 crashed on Birkdale Rd The 21-year-old male motorbike rider sustained critical injuries and died at the scene Get the first look at the digital newspaper curated daily stories and breaking headlines delivered to your inbox Get the NewsletterBy continuing you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy.The driver of the Mercedes a 20-year-old woman and a three-year-old girl Anyone with information should contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 Latest EditionEdition Edition 5 May 20255 May 2025All-powerful Anthony Albanese says give me some R.E.S.P.E.C.T Essential Council services will operate over the upcoming public holiday and recycling and waste centres will be open .embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; } in partnership with Surf Life Saving Queensland a user-friendly WaterWheels™ beach chair and Surf Life Saving Queensland Lifeguard supervision we now offer disabled beach access at Wellington Point Recreation Reserve people with a disability can now enjoy swimming at Wellington Point Recreation Reserve beach one of our most loved beaches on the Redland Coast Please read all the information below, bookings are essential The Accessible Beach Program is available during the summer lifesaving season which operates from September to April The program will be made available during school holidays (excluding Winter School Holidays) the program will operate on weekends and public holidays The WaterWheels™ beach chair can be booked for a maximum of one hour This is a free service and there are no age or ability restrictions the WaterWheels™ beach chair can only accommodate 115kg Please be advised that carers are responsible for the user at all times during the session An individual's carer must always accompany them when using this service Carers are responsible for getting users in and out of the beach wheelchair and must accompany the user whilst in the water While Surf Life Saving Queensland Lifeguards are responsible for setting up the equipment and ensuring the service is ready for use they will refuse service if a carer doesn't enter the water with the user Lifeguards are unable to assist with transfer to and from the beach wheelchair so carers must ensure they can lift the user or arrange for multiple carers to assist Booking the matting and beach wheelchair is easy, simply book online. Remember to check tide times prior to booking.  book online ⚠️ This service may vary due to weather Carers are responsible for checking weather and tide times prior to booking There are eight disabled parking spaces nearby these are subject to availability during peak periods Wellington Point Recreation Reserve is not just about the beach program eight disabled parking spaces across the site and additional toilet facilities near the cafes Wellington Point is an exceptional destination surrounded by the coast on three sides The park is extremely spacious and has a wide making it easily accessible for wheelchair users A superb view and a fantastic menu can be found at the nearby cafes Should you require more information about the Accessible Beach Program please contact Surf Life Saving Queesland -  lifeguard@lifesaving.com.au  The Redlands Coast Accessible Beach Program is an initiative by Redland City Council in partnership with Surf Life Saving Queensland (SLSQ) to make our beaches accessible to people with disabilities It provides access to beach matting and specialised wheelchair for swimming in the ocean WaterWheels™ is a three-wheeled buggy that is designed such that the user remains in a reclined position in an ergonomic chair The WaterWheels™ seat has 3 positions one to transition the user to the chair and two to recline the chair further as needed The program is available at Wellington Point Recreation Reserve during the summer lifesaving season (September-April) on weekends and public holidays. And during Queensland School holidays (excluding Winter school holidays) The program exclusively caters to wheelchair users designed to accommodate a maximum weight of 115kg ensures that individuals with mobility challenges can fully enjoy the program The availability of a single beach wheelchair is a result of initial program implementation and resource allocation Redland City Council is committed to making our beaches accessible to as much of the community as possible and the program is still in its pilot phase the decision was made to start with one beach wheelchair the program's goal is to expand and provide access to more beach wheelchairs in the future The Council is actively exploring possibilities to increase the number of beach wheelchairs to accommodate a broader range of participants Provision of this service requires that site characteristics are suitable and appropriate infrastructure and a service provider is available at each site Other sites across Redlands will be assessed further and prioritised as part of the Foreshore Access Plan project Given the limited availability of the beach wheelchair it's advisable to book your spot in advance please understand that during the pilot phase and we appreciate your understanding as we work to improve the program's capacity You can book online Bookings are mandatory and subject to weather and tides While Surf Life Saving Queensland Lifeguards will ensure that the equipment is ready for use carers are responsible for the safety and well-being of the users Carers are repsonsible for the transfer of users in and out of the beach wheelchair and they must enter the water with the user If a carer is unable to accompany the user whilst they are in the water Surf Life Saving Queensland will refuse service Service provision may vary depending on weather and adjustments may be necessary to ensure your well-being Wellington Point Recreation Reserve offers several amenities and other facilities near the cafes which include change rooms Please contact Surf Life Saving Queensland -  lifeguard@lifesaving.com.au.  Except where noted, content on this site is licensed under Creative Commons Redland City Council acknowledges the Traditional and Historical Owners of the lands we call Redlands Coast Powered by Jadu Mayor Karen Williams said Council had applied to the State Government in January this year for part of the Wellington Point Reserve to be gazetted as a bathing reserve. “The State approved the application in May, and the area designated as a bathing reserve now has some new rules to ensure safety for all users,” she said. “When the bathing area is formally patrolled and supervised by life savers, an area of the beach will be physically marked with buoys and flags for the exclusive use of bathers. “When there is no lifeguard on duty, this area will not be designated as an active bathing area, and enforceable use and restrictions will not apply.” Division 1 Councillor Wendy Boglary said she was pleased that the area would have clearer boundaries for swimmers and people who use watercraft. “This serves the interest of public safety and amenity,” she said. “When a bathing area is active, motorised equipment must be kept at least 60 metres from all boundaries of the marked swimming area, while non-motorised equipment must be kept at least 10 metres away. “Because Wellington Point is one of our most popular aquatic activities areas, the seaward boundary of the reserve will be 200 metres from the beach, which is half of that of other beaches. “This will help avoid interactions between people, boats and other watercraft. “We will ask the community in the future if this boundary should be brought even closer to better accommodate mixed use of the area but, in the meantime, we encourage everyone to keep the new rules in mind as they continue enjoying our beautiful Redlands Coast bathing areas.” Cr Williams said the restriction on how close watercraft could come to an active bathing area applied to all bathing reserves across Redlands Coast. “The rules are the same at Main Beach, Coochiemudlo Island; Thompsons Beach, Victoria Point; Cylinder and Main beaches at Point Lookout and Adder Rock at Amity Point as they are at Wellington Point,” she said. A development application has been lodged for two (2) residential buildings Designed by Leith Architects the proposal seeks forty five (45) medium density units within three (2) residential buildings that have a maximum building height of 3 storeys (12.5m high) The site is within the medium density residential zone and the three (3) existing dwellings will be removed to facilitate the redevelopment in this proposal The proposed development provides private open space in the form of balconies or courtyards for every unit 452sqm of communal open space is provided between both buildings to the centre of the ground level The proposal contains 82 car parking spaces (77 residential spaces and 5 visitor space) are provided within 1 basement level and the ground floor Pedestrian and vehicle access is provided to Fernbourne Road The planners at Bplanned & Surveyed state “The proposed development is fully compliant with the acceptable outcomes of the medium density residential zone code the design consistently exceeds the minimum requirements nominated in the acceptable outcomes the proposed development is of a suitable scale and density for the subject site and complies with the intent for development within the medium density residential zone” The proposal includes 2,233sqm (52.9%) of site cover over the 4,219sqm subject site We encourage you to like the Your Neighbourhood Facebook page to be updated on other projects or developments in Brisbane or surrounds Contact us: mail@yourneighbourhood.com.au capturing some of Redlands’ most dedicated annual visitors Redland City Mayor Karen Williams said the mural featured bird species that migrate to Redlands and would highlight Wellington Point as a place of leisure and visitation Deb Mostert has done an amazing job capturing the essence of Wellington Point with her playful and insightful take on the area’s popularity,” Cr Williams said “Mostert’s image explores ideas around migratory birds on an island with a vintage suitcase referencing holidays Deputy Mayor and divisional Councillor for Wellington Point Cr Wendy Boglary said the mural design had followed community consultation and was the latest in a series of public art commissioned by Redland City Council to revitalise Wellington Point Village “We have been gathering insights from the local community about what they would like to see in Wellington Point and public art has been high on this list,” Cr Boglary said tourism and economic growth for the area as well as raising environmental awareness “We visit every year will add further vibrancy and colour to our streetscapes while celebrating some of nature’s most amazing and dedicated visitors “Deb went through a research process to develop her concept spending time with the Queensland Waders Group studying local migratory species in Moreton Bay “The mural depicts five different wader species including the threatened Curlew Sandpiper and the Eastern Curlew which both live for six months of each year in Moreton Bay and may be seen in the Geoff Skinner Wetlands Reserve “These birds are a unique asset to Wellington Point travelling thousands of kilometres across the ocean to return to their homes on our inter tidal wetlands.” The Wellington Point Village mural project has been curated and managed by CreativeMove as part of Creative Arts Redlands’ Public Art Program Mural creator Deb Mostert’s arts background includes drawing painting and small sculpture and she has an interest in photography (trivial objects “We need to have art that shows us that beauty I feel I am searching for ways to talk about these themes using gentle offbeat narratives and a crisp aesthetic.” For more information on arts initiatives in Redlands, visit the Redland Art Gallery website. Mayor Karen Williams said the Accessible Beach Program would be offered for free at Wellington Point Recreation Reserve “Council is committed to fostering and enhancing inclusivity within our community to ensure people of all abilities can participate and have access to the necessary services and facilities,” Cr Williams said “This is in line with one of the objectives in our Corporate Plan as we strive to build strong and resilient communities “The Accessible Beach Program represents a significant step forward in reducing barriers to beach access and empowering people with disabilities to enjoy one of life’s most cherished social pleasures with the community.” Surf Life Saving Queensland will set up a specialised beach mat and beach chair Carers are responsible for users at all times during the session Division 1 Councillor Wendy Boglary said it was fitting the initiative was piloted at the reserve as it offered other amenities such as accessible parking spaces accessible beach shower and a pathway leading to the beach “This innovative program offers essential features including beach matting and a specialised beach wheelchair that will ensure wheelchair users can enjoy the stunning shoreline at Wellington Point Recreation Reserve,” Cr Boglary said “Surf Life Saving Queensland will play a crucial role in delivering this service during the upcoming lifesaving season “This means users can benefit from the program at various times throughout the year including the school holiday periods at Christmas Surf Life Saving Queensland Head of Lifeguard Operations Calan Lovitt said Surf Life Saving Queensland was looking forward to working with Redland City Council to deliver accessibility to all beach visitors at Wellington Point Recreation Reserve “The provision of beach matting and a beach wheelchair will enable those who previously couldn’t enjoy the beach to safely enjoy the beach and access the water,” Mr Lovitt said Cr Williams said Council was also committed to fostering accessible tourism aligning with the Queensland Government’s Year of Accessible Tourism in 2023 “The Accessible Beach Program is part of a broader plan by Council to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all residents and visitors pathways and digital communications,” she said More information on the Accessible Beach Program, including how to book, is available on Council’s website at redland.qld.gov.au/accessiblebeach. Times and availability are subject to change due to tide times and weather. The Redland Bay facility at 29-31 McWilliam Street is a former church building known as the Point Talburpin Park Hall it was fully refurbished earlier this year with new internal flooring The Wellington Point facility at 21 Roberts Street (corner Chermside Street) consists of two buildings with a total floor size of approximately 350sqm sheds and off-street parking for about 8 cars The larger brick building has a common area with kitchen The smaller weatherboard building has similar facilities but is only 100sqm Mayor Karen Williams said the two facilities presented a range of possible uses for community groups “Both are currently available but have been used over the years by various organisations delivering community services,” she said “Council is keen to hear proposals from interested community organisations around what they could be used for in the future.” Cr Williams said the Expression of Interest process allowed community groups to submit their ideas and business cases to Council for consideration with the aim of achieving optimum use and maximising community benefit as well as reducing operational burdens on the rest of the community For more information about this opportunity, visit Council’s Your Say Redlands Coast site. Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time 18 kilometres from Brisbane Airport with a population of about 13,000 residents had the largest number of aircraft noise complaints in 2023 But it seems no one told Wellington Point residents about their problem Brisbane’s bayside suburb of Wellington Point had the most aircraft noise complaints (469) in 2023 but from the 10th highest number of complainants (33) Michael Wyatt says aircraft noise is not a problem any more.Credit: Tony Moore a federal government airport body funded by airlines shows 469 complaints were made from Wellington Point from 33 complainants in 2023 The frustration pushed the bayside suburb – near Birkdale and Manly – into the top 10 sources of aircraft noise complaints for the first time since Brisbane’s new parallel runway opened in July 2020 In total there were 11,317 aircraft noise complaints from 1745 different complainants in 2023 Most aircraft noise complainants – not complaints – came from Balmoral 107 (361 complaints) Morningside 50 (87 complaints) and Wynnum 45 (89 complainants) Wellington Point residents told an entirely different story Aircraft noise is not a problem there any more so it doesn’t really worry me,” retiree Michael Wyatt said as he walked his dog Ringo around the Wellington Point bayside walkway “I’ve been here on and off for 40-odd years and I remember five or six years ago there was more – and then there was none during COVID But it’s not noisy enough to block out the tele.” Steve* has lived at Wellington Point “since decimal currency came into place” That was 1966 right over there [pointing to the south],” he said who has lived at Wellington Point since 1966 said aircraft noise is no longer a problem because planes fly higher and over the bay islands.Credit: Tony Moore “One of my mates was a pilot and I asked him ‘Why don’t you go into the bay a bit more “They used to come over years ago just as the news was on 30-year-old Chris Torr lives at nearby Manly West and was yesterday trying out a new windsurfer at Wellington Point on a day off but says they are not overbearing and not nearly as noisy as Yorky’s Knob near Cairns “My dad lives right there [Yorky’s Knob] and those planes are a lot closer and a lot louder than around the bay here,” Torr said Mark Guerrini says planes now fly higher around Moreton Bay and are quieter by the time they reach Wellington Point.Credit: Tony Moore Mark Guerrini lives at Birkdale and works in Wellington Point He also says aircraft noise is no longer a problem in Wellington Point “It has been a few years since they have done up the new runway and now I notice they go out towards the water go around an island out there and by the time they get to us Airservices Australia said they planned to adjust flight paths “We have proposed changes which will shift the current flight path over Wellington Point to cross over a less populated area of Thornlands at a much higher altitude,” a spokeswoman said “This proposed change has not yet been implemented as it is still subject to engagement with the community “We anticipate the appearance of Wellington Point in our top 10 Brisbane complainant data is due to this consultation [Brisbane’s Noise Action Plan] highlighting aircraft movements prompting complaints from people who otherwise might not have been aware of operations in this area.” nor Professor Marcus Foth from the Brisbane Flight Path Community Alliance was immediately able to comment on why Wellington Point generates so many complaints Foley has published data on aircraft noise over Brisbane for the BFPCA, arguing low frequency sound is a “silent killer”. “The audible aircraft noise annoying you is not the low-frequency noise harming you,” he wrote. The research found chronic exposure to low-frequency aircraft noise is linked to cardiovascular disease, sleep disturbances, cognitive impairment and mental health issues. The bayside suburb of Wellington Point, 18 kilometres from Brisbane Airport with a population of about 13,000 residents, had the largest number of aircraft noise complaints in 2023. But it seems no one told Wellington Point residents about their problem. Data from Airservices Australia, a federal government airport body funded by airlines, shows 469 complaints were made from Wellington Point from 33 complainants in 2023. The frustration pushed the bayside suburb \\u2013 near Birkdale and Manly \\u2013 into the top 10 sources of aircraft noise complaints for the first time since Brisbane\\u2019s new parallel runway opened in July 2020. In total there were 11,317 aircraft noise complaints from 1745 different complainants in 2023. Most aircraft noise complainants \\u2013 not complaints \\u2013 came from Balmoral 107 (361 complaints), Tingalpa 60 (118 complaints), Morningside 50 (87 complaints) and Wynnum 45 (89 complainants). However, while the statistics told one story, Wellington Point residents told an entirely different story. Aircraft noise is not a problem there any more, they say. \\u201CI guess I don\\u2019t really mind planes, so it doesn\\u2019t really worry me,\\u201D retiree Michael Wyatt said as he walked his dog Ringo around the Wellington Point bayside walkway. \\u201CI\\u2019ve been here on and off for 40-odd years and I remember five or six years ago there was more \\u2013 and then there was none during COVID. \\u201CNow they\\u2019re back. But it\\u2019s not noisy enough to block out the tele.\\u201D Steve* has lived at Wellington Point \\u201Csince decimal currency came into place\\u201D. \\u201CYears ago they used to come over here, right over there [pointing to the south],\\u201D he said. \\u201COne of my mates was a pilot and I asked him \\u2018Why don\\u2019t you go into the bay a bit more, so I can listen to the 6pm news\\u2019. \\u201CThey used to come over years ago just as the news was on, but we don\\u2019t see or hear them now. \\u201CThey all go out to sea now. You can see them of a nighttime, but you can\\u2019t even hear them.\\u201D 30-year-old Chris Torr lives at nearby Manly West and was yesterday trying out a new windsurfer at Wellington Point on a day off. Torr hears the planes, but says they are not overbearing and not nearly as noisy as Yorky\\u2019s Knob near Cairns. \\u201CMy dad lives right there [Yorky\\u2019s Knob] and those planes are a lot closer and a lot louder than around the bay here,\\u201D Torr said. Mark Guerrini lives at Birkdale and works in Wellington Point. He also says aircraft noise is no longer a problem in Wellington Point, despite the jump in complaints. \\u201CIt has been a few years since they have done up the new runway, and now I notice they go out towards the water, go around an island out there and by the time they get to us, they are much higher,\\u201D Guerrini said. Airservices Australia said they planned to adjust flight paths, so planes fly forest areas of Thornlands. \\u201CWe have proposed changes which will shift the current flight path over Wellington Point to cross over a less populated area of Thornlands at a much higher altitude,\\u201D a spokeswoman said. \\u201CThis proposed change has not yet been implemented as it is still subject to engagement with the community. \\u201CWe anticipate the appearance of Wellington Point in our top 10 Brisbane complainant data is due to this consultation [Brisbane\\u2019s Noise Action Plan], highlighting aircraft movements prompting complaints from people who otherwise might not have been aware of operations in this area.\\u201D Neither Dr Sean Foley, nor Professor Marcus Foth from the Brisbane Flight Path Community Alliance, was immediately able to comment on why Wellington Point generates so many complaints. Foley has , arguing low frequency sound is a \\u201Csilent killer\\u201D. \\u201CThe audible aircraft noise annoying you is not the low-frequency noise harming you,\\u201D he wrote. Redland City Deputy Mayor Julie Talty said the amendments to the Register of Animals in Public Places, which come into effect immediately, took into account significant feedback from the community. “Council received 348 submissions on the proposed changes to the register during the 27-day consultation period late last year,” she said. “There were two very distinct opinions in the community – those who believe dogs are members of their family and should be able to go where they go, and others who have concerns relating to safety and hygiene when people don’t pick up after their dogs. “Council has to take into account the safety of all members of the public, as well as dogs, and I believe the amendments voted on today balance these expectations with those of people who want to explore our naturally wonderful open spaces with their pets.” Cr Talty said dogs on lead would now be allowed at any time in Beth Boyd Park, along Redland Bay Esplanade, in Yeo Park, along the foreshore at Victoria Point and, for a six-month trial, in Wellington Point Reserve. “Council decided to trial dogs on lead in Wellington Point Reserve as there was an even number of responses for and against the change,” she said. “Wellington Point Reserve is one of the most popular locations in our city for both residents and visitors so Council wants to ensure we make the right decision in relation to this area. “During the trial period Council compliance officers will continue to patrol the reserve to make sure dogs are on lead, including along the beaches and out to King Island during low tide.” Cr Talty said that, as a result of the community’s feedback, Council would not be removing the ban on dogs at Swamp Box in Capalaba. “A lot of people told us they do not want dogs there because it is a significant area for flora and fauna and they don’t want it disturbed,” she said. “Considering there are other spaces nearby where dogs are allowed, the prohibition on dogs will remain in this location.” Cr Talty said that, in areas where dogs were now allowed, they must be on a lead at all times, must not go within 10 metres of any playground and must not enter bathing reserves. Previously, dogs were not allowed at Wellington Point Reserve and Yeo Park between 9am-4pm on weekends and public holidays, or on the Wilson Street foreshore at any time on weekends or public holidays. “The amendments mean dogs can now be in these places, but we encourage all dog owners to be mindful of everyone else around them and keep their dogs on a lead at all times,” Cr Talty said. Dogs on lead will be allowed at any time at the following locations: There will be a six-month trial of dogs on lead at any time in Wellington Point Reserve, including in the picnic and playground areas and on a small area of the designated swimming beach. Dogs are still prohibited on bathing reserves. The amendments also included an administrative change in the wording around the prohibition of horses, camels and donkeys along the foreshore/seashore in front of swimming enclosures. The Register of Animals in Public Places is a requirement of Local Law No. 2 (Animal Management) 2015. A 100-year-old osprey nest has been salvaged from the branches of a rotting tree on Brisbane's Bayside Osprey have made themselves at home atop a new nesting pole at Wellington Point Osprey have called Wellington Point home since before Captain James Cook sailed past in 1770 The old osprey nest has been shifted from a rotting Cook Island pine - where it has been for at least 100 years - to a purpose-built cradle on top of a 20-metre tall pole at Wellington Point The original nest had been a landmark on Main Road at Wellington Point but the old Cook Island pine had white fungi and could have fallen on nearby homes Redland City councillor Wendy Boglary said the original nest had to be preserved because the osprey is a federally protected species "And because the osprey have been a part of the Wellington Point community as along as anyone can remember," she said She said breeding pairs return to the same nest so they are part of Wellington Point," she said Ospreys are one of Australia's most-widespread birds of prey, living around the eastern, southern and western coasts from Broome to Brisbane. The dark brown birds - with a striking black band across their eyes - eat fish and build strong, bulky nests in trees. Nests are often lined with grass, seaweed and bark from nearby trees. Cr Boglary said it is important local councils must find new nests for osprey under the federal legislation. "I think it is wonderful that we do have those things in place - because without them - people don't see the value of our little critters – so to speak," she said. Byron Bay also has osprey poles for their nesting birds, Cr Boglary said. "They are on their foreshore, so I am hoping – since this one has been such a success – we will have more," she said. "It is a tourist attraction already because this pole that is up on Main Road – and it is up at the same height and the same elevation as the nest – and because it is more visible to people, more people are ringing me to say 'I went for a walk and I saw the birds'. "So even more people are now claiming them as 'our birds'." Even the osprey have given the new nest their tick of approval, Cr Boglary said. "From what I have been told they were circling the nest, waiting to move in," she said. Recent heavy rain had delayed erecting the pole for two weeks after the original Cook Island pine was destroyed and some locals were worried the birds would move on. "But obviously they hung around and when the guys were packing up after putting old nest on top of the pole, the birds were circling going 'Get out, where ready to move in'," Cr Boglary said. "You couldn't ask for a better result." A 100-year-old osprey nest has been salvaged from the branches of a rotting tree on Brisbane's Bayside. Osprey have called Wellington Point home since before Captain James Cook sailed past in 1770. The old osprey nest has been shifted from a rotting Cook Island pine - where it has been for at least 100 years - to a purpose-built cradle on top of a 20-metre tall pole at Wellington Point. The original nest had been a landmark on Main Road at Wellington Point but the old Cook Island pine had white fungi and could have fallen on nearby homes. Redland City councillor Wendy Boglary said the original nest had to be preserved because the osprey is a federally protected species. \\\"And because the osprey have been a part of the Wellington Point community as along as anyone can remember,\\\" she said. She said breeding pairs return to the same nest. \\\"Obviously it is not the same birds, but they come back to the home range, so they are part of Wellington Point,\\\" she said. , living around the eastern, southern and western coasts from Broome to Brisbane. \\\"I think it is wonderful that we do have those things in place - because without them - people don't see the value of our little critters \\u2013 so to speak,\\\" she said. \\\"They are on their foreshore, so I am hoping \\u2013 since this one has been such a success \\u2013 we will have more,\\\" she said. \\\"It is a tourist attraction already because this pole that is up on Main Road \\u2013 and it is up at the same height and the same elevation as the nest \\u2013 and because it is more visible to people, more people are ringing me to say 'I went for a walk and I saw the birds'. \\\"So even more people are now claiming them as 'our birds'.\\\" \\\"From what I have been told they were circling the nest, waiting to move in,\\\" she said. \\\"But obviously they hung around and when the guys were packing up after putting old nest on top of the pole, the birds were circling going 'Get out, where ready to move in',\\\" Cr Boglary said. \\\"You couldn't ask for a better result.\\\" This includes a free shuttle bus to Wellington Point Recreation Reserve and additional parking at Toondah Harbour for those travelling to North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah) Mayor Karen Williams said Council wanted to ensure everyone could enjoy Redlands Coast’s beautiful coastline “Wellington Point has long been a popular spot to spend Australia Day but that means it gets very busy,” Cr Willams said “Motorists are encouraged to park at the Wellington Point Community Hall car park and catch a free shuttle bus that will run from 7am to 6pm.” Please be aware that under the Queensland Government’s COVID-19 traffic light alert system Queensland is currently at Amber which recommends wearing a face mask on public transport The public holiday overflow area at Toondah Harbour will also be open Cr Williams urged visitors to the city’s parks on Australia Day to be respectful of others “Facilities such as barbecues are there for everyone “We also urge people to be mindful of helping to keep Redlands Coast the naturally wonderful place it is by not littering and taking their waste home where possible and disposing of it there “Council will be placing extra bins in Wellington Point Recreation Reserve for Australia Day and officers will be patrolling our larger parks and reserves.” Cr Williams said it was important that dog owners kept their dogs on leash while enjoying our outdoor spaces “We welcome dogs on Redlands Coast and have many dog off leash areas and even dog beaches where they can be off leash but in other open spaces it is vital they stay on their lead to ensure safety for all,” she said For ideas on things to do on Australia Day, drop into the Redlands Coast Visitor Information Centre in the Raby Bay Harbour Precinct or browse the Visit Redlands Coast website. The view from the driver's seat as the first train arrives at Wellington Point railway station on opening day. (Supplied: Redland City Council Local History Heritage Library ) Link copiedShareShare articleIn a year when the opening of the long-awaited Kippa-Ring rail link has been delayed, today marks the 30th anniversary of the opening of a key section of the massive 1980s south-east Queensland public transport infrastructure rollout. During debates in state Parliament in 1979, the rebuilding of the railway from Lota to Cleveland was discussed at the same time as the extension to Redcliffe, but it has taken 30 years for the line to Kippa-Ring to catch up. The Wellington Point railway station under construction in 1986. (Supplied: Redland City Council Local History Heritage Library ) The first commuter services started on Monday, July 29, 1986. The line was extended to Cleveland in the next year, completing what was one of the last big infrastructure projects of the era. The original line to Cleveland, which opened in 1889, was closed beyond Lota on November 1, 1960, mainly to save on the costs of bridge reconstruction, and because of falling revenue from farming rail freight. But the land on which the line was built was retained by the Government, allowing the line to be rebuilt. In 1980, the State Government decided to reopen and extend the line beyond Lota, with diesel trains running on the line to Thorneside from September 1982, and electric trains from 1983. Wellington Point railway station in Redland City, east of Brisbane. (ABC: Brian Hurst ) Redland City Mayor Karen Williams has used the 30-year anniversary to call on the Queensland Government to duplicate the rail line. She said the extension of the rail line to Wellington Point had been critical to providing for the growth of the Redlands over the past 30 years, helping to transport locals and visitors into and out of the city. "With the State Government forecasting an extra 15,000 dwellings to be built in the Redlands over the next 20 years, the time has come for another upgrade to this rail line," Cr Williams said. "The Redlands community has been calling for a duplication of the rail line to Cleveland for some time to help ease traffic congestion in our growing city, and I will continue to lobby the State Government for this important infrastructure." Crowds on the Wellington Point railway station platform when the first train arrived after the opening on July 26, 1986. (Supplied: Redland City Council Local History Heritage Library ) Overflow parking areas for people heading to the popular Wellington Point bayside park will be available on Friday at the Wellington Point Community Hall car park on Wood Lane off Birkdale Road and the Wellington Point Village Green on Main Road A free shuttle bus will operate between these locations and the parkland from 7am to 6pm Mayor Karen Williams said overflow parking would also be available from Friday through to Monday at Toondah Harbour for those travelling to North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah) “We want to make it a little easier for everyone to enjoy Redlands Coast’s beautiful coastline beaches and parklands on the long weekend,” she said Cr Williams urged visitors to be considerate of others as the city’s parks will be busy and facilities such as barbecues will be in high demand “We also want to maintain Redlands Coast as the naturally wonderful place it is so it would be helpful if locals and visitors took their waste home with them where possible and not overload rubbish bins,” she said For ideas on things to do on Australia Day, drop into the Redlands Coast Visitor Information Centre in the Raby Bay Harbour Precinct that will be open as usual from 9am-4pm on Friday, or browse the Visit Redlands Coast website. Mayor Karen Williams said the project was the second stage of the park’s renewal, which was sure to be a hit with local families. “Last year we installed an in-ground trampoline, climbing unit and fairy play space in the toddler area, as well as renewing the much-loved flying fox,” she said. “Now in this next stage we add new amenities and picnic facilities, a renewed multi half court and improvements to the BMX track. “These enhancements are part of an approximate $13.8 million budgeted program to improve our city’s valued parks and sports fields this financial year. “In a linked project, and also planned for this year, is an upgrade of the existing bitumen path to a 2 metre wide concrete pathway which connects Old Cleveland Road East to Starkey Street and Heritage Drive.” Division 1 Councillor Wendy Boglary said the current renewal would make the park’s facilities more appealing and accessible for all users. “Last year’s upgrade was focused on the playground so I’m excited to see work now starting on other key areas of the park,” Cr Boglary said. “The renewed multi-sport half court will include a soccer goal along with a basketball and netball hoop, and the existing gravel BMX track will be reformed and sealed into an asphalt pump track suitable for beginners, intermediate and advanced users. “The new public amenities will be located in a more central location within the park and will include two fully-accessible unisex toilets. “There will also be a new shelter over a double barbecue and another with informal seating near the BMX track, and a new pathway connection linking the half court, shelters and track.” The playground will remain open during the works, as will the existing amenities block until the new facility is installed and then it will be removed. All other construction-affected areas will be fenced off until the project is complete. Work is expected to be completed by late May 2021, weather permitting. has 180-degree views from Moreton Bay to Brisbane City and the Port of Brisbane the home went to auction with nine registered bidders after 56 inspections The previous record for the most expensive waterfront property sale in Wellington Point was $3.95 million McGrath Bayside Cleveland director Pamela Nelson said the five-bedroom house was one of a kind in the area "The home is in just a glorious position and has been impeccably built suspended slab on every level with Caulfield brick on the external walls," Ms Neilson said View +13 Photos"There's so much glass throughout the home and as soon as you walk through the front door "It was built with the position of the property in mind so every level and every bedroom has its own balcony overlooking the water." Although the property was built nine years ago Ms Neilson said it was a dateless style of home so you don't hear any noise from Wellington Point on the main road," she said "The construction is second to none; you'd be hard-pressed to afford to build a home like that today "There's nothing like it that I have seen in the area and very few people today build with suspended slab these days because of the cost." BAY VIEWS: A bayside buyer won the auction but demand came from people in Sydney and many parts of Brisbane as well.She said the home had been on the market for two years with other real estate agents but McGrath pulled off a successful 28-day campaign but we also saw people interested from Sydney and many parts of Brisbane as well," Ms Neilson said Ms Neilson said there were few homes with water views on the market as demand grew for waterfront properties "Demand is coming from the eastern seaboard and a lot of ex-pats coming home to Australia over the next 12 months trying to secure a property now," she said "Their biggest criteria is water views and water frontage but there is very little stock on the market to meet the demand." Redland City Bulletin journalist covering community Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date We care about the protection of your data. Read our Privacy Policy. Mayor Karen Williams said, if the trial was successful, the floating wetland concept could be used to help improve and protect aquatic environments across Redlands Coast. “Floating wetlands are small artificial platforms that incorporate wetland plants on a suspended matrix that floats on the surface of the water,” she said. “In December 2020, two floating wetland islands were installed at the southern end of Sovereign Waters Lake to reduce turbidity levels, absorb excess nutrients and settle sediment particles. “Over the next 10 months Council will monitor water quality levels, the growth rate of the wetland plants, plant root density, and the floating wetland’s ability to cope with changing water levels. “At the end of the year officers will review the effectiveness of the trial and decide whether to permanently install floating wetlands at the lake and possibly other waterways across the city.” Cr Williams said floating wetlands were not only visually appealing, but research showed benefits for the environment and wildlife. “As the plants’ roots grow through the platform and down into the water, thick root columns absorb nutrients and other contaminants to help maintain high water quality. “The floating islands also provide habitat and a food source for aquatic species and water birds.” Division 1 Councillor Wendy Boglary said she hoped the trial would be successful in improving the lake’s water quality. “As well as being a complex ecosystem of aquatic plants, animals and micro-organisms, Sovereign Waters Lake is a tranquil open space for the community,” Cr Boglary said. “Success with this floating wetland trial could pave the way for more of these water treatment systems in other well-loved areas across Redlands Coast.” is the latest addition to the Beyond the Broncos team joining as a Student Support Officer at Wellington Point State High School Mikayla currently plays for the Brisbane Heat and Queensland Fire and is joining a host of other Indigenous role models who are shaping the lives of young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander females Mikayla’s role is to inspire the next generation of young leaders and be a mentor to encourage school attendance said the presence of a Student Support Officer could be life-changing for some of the girls where their focus can be redirected back to their schoolwork “I want to make sure they enjoy their time at school It got really hard for me at times and if I had a student support officer or a mentor at school I would have been able to get through it a lot easier,” she said Mikayla believes Indigenous youth deserve access to every opportunity available particularly in a one-size-fits-all education system where Indigenous students are often overlooked “I’ve been working with some girls in their classes and really trying to get their grades up if they’re falling behind,” she said Mikayla hopes to create a culturally safe space for the students where they can feel a sense of belonging and create close bonds with fellow members of the Beyond the Broncos Girls Academy The Girls Academy is proudly supported by the Australian Federal Government A medical and retail complex east of Brisbane has traded off-market for $14.43 million – a 20 per cent drop on the price the vendors, two local private investors, paid in early 2017 Rented to 21 occupiers including a doctor’s surgery it sits on a 6099 sqm Centre zoned plot at 677-685 Cleveland Road East While no details about the rental return have been disclosed since 2017 – putting that fully let net annual income ($1.27m) against the latest deal value – equates to a yield circling 8.8 per cent Off-market campaign results in lower flip price…again When Horizon @ Wellington Point last sold – for $18.125m three years ago – it was following a public expressions of interest campaign eight formal offers came in – the sale price reflecting a seven pc return (story continues below) The investment was unsuccessfully marketed for sale via an expressions of interest campaign 16 months ago – but that online listing is still active Following an off-market negotiation this year JLL’s Jacob Swan and Campbell Bowers traded the asset to a Queensland investor Wellington Point is 22 kilometres from the city The commercial investment is the second to recently be flipped off-market for an outcome substantially less than what the vendor paid a west Melbourne childcare centre which sold for $6.8m upon completion and following a public marketing campaign in 2017 traded for a speculated price less than $5.5m after a private promotion A former property analyst and print journalist Marc is the publisher of realestatesource.com.au Forgot your password? You will receive mail with link to set new password Back to login WELLINGTON Point’s landmark Moreton Bay fig trees are turning 90 and a birthday party will be held to celebrate the event Redland City councillor Wendy Boglary said that 90 years ago councillors spoke of the importance of planting trees for future generations and it was now time to celebrate their foresight “Generations of families have gathered and played under the trees so please join us for a sausage sizzle There will also be old style fun and games – an egg and spoon and a three-legged race “Bring along your picnic rug and picnic and gather like previous families have and simply enjoy our beautiful Redlands trees,” Cr Boglary said “There will be plenty of chatting so please bring your story to share.” the point and nearby King Island have been the scene of widespread tree destruction with people cutting down mangroves over a long period Cr Boglary said she would be joined by members of the local Boyd family four generations of which have played in and around the fig trees “The vision of councillors of the day was quite extraordinary as they recognised the importance of the placement of these trees,” she said “I believe they would be very pleased to know how loved their trees have been and what a drawcard they are to our area.” The birthday party will be held at the Wellington Point Reserve from 11am to 2pm and will feature a sausage sizzle The following Anzac Day services are being held across Redlands Coast on Tuesday 25 April 2023: Redland City Council advises changed traffic conditions will be in place from 1am to 2pm on Tuesday 25 April on Kinsail Court, Sommersea Drive, Middle Street, Passage Street, Channel Street, North Street, Fitzroy Street, Shore Street West and Shore Street North for the Cleveland ANZAC Day Service. Road closures will be in place on Shore Street West, North Street, Fitzroy Street, Kinsail Court, Sommersea Drive, Passage Street, Channel Street and Shore Street North. Redland City Council advises changed traffic conditions will be in place from 2am to 9am on Banana Street, Meissner Street, Outridge Street, Weinam Street and Hamilton Street Redland Bay on Tuesday 25 April for the Redland Bay ANZAC Day Service. A road closure will be in place on Banana Street, Redland Bay between Outridge and Weinam streets. Organiser: Redlands North schools and groups – a service conducted with local youth and school student leaders, and coordinated by Birkdale Scout Group Watch 11m In a bid to future-proof, the last farm on a city's outskirts has been transformed into a tourism experience. Loyal customers and residents visited Tanja's Restaurant and Cafe this month to celebrate a 50 year milestone for the iconic coffee spot Owners Gerhard and Monika Schoendorfer started the business as a bakery in 1972 Mrs Schoendorfer said they expanded to a restaurant and cafe when the business started to grow "My husband was a pastry chef from from Salzburg in Austria and he'd been quite a good football player but got injured so we decided we had to do make money somehow and started our first business," she said "We started as a bakery and moved into the cafe side of the business." on the corner of Main Road and Oceanic Street had become a popular stop for families going to or returning from Wellington Point reserve Wellington Point has a real community feel and we have some customers who come twice a day "We won a couple of awards which was very satisfying the Brisbane Restaurant and Caterers award and a few bakery awards in the old days." Daughter Niikee Schoendorfer grew up in the restaurant and has worked in the business on and off for decades "It's been very enjoyable and when the customers are happy everything is happy," Ms Schoendorfer said there's friendly people who come along and it's a really nice environment There's always a beautiful sea breeze that comes around the corner Ms Schoendorfer said there were top secret plans in the works for Tanjas We care about the protection of your data. Read our Privacy Policy