Concerns over the state of our roads are a hot topic in the Redlands, and now the numbers are speaking for themselves. Constantly congested Rickertt Road has tied fourth for the most 'unroadworthy' road in Queensland. An RACQ survey released this week highlighted the poor condition of Rickertt … [Read more...]
Wellington Point and Ormiston land valuations up 21%
The Redlands housing market is on the rise as Wellington Point and Ormiston received the highest increases in land valuations this week, with hikes up to 21 per cent. The two suburbs reflect the shock spike in median values from the past year, with a city-wide increase of 14.6 per … [Read more...]
Redland Regional Report 8 March
A round up of news and events from across the region in this week's Redland Regional Report. Divisional boundary confusion, voters urged to make a considered choice, plans for a state-of-the-art facility in our own backyard, local hands make light work to clean up the region, could Redlands be … [Read more...]
Major drug bust in Capalaba
Police have disbanded a major synthetic drug network yesterday after raids in Capalaba, Rockhampton and Gold Coast. An extended investigation into Operation Mike Spinel saw the sale of synthetic drugs sold as “legal highs” through retail and herbal outlets. Officers from the Drug and Serious … [Read more...]
Coffee with a Cop at Alex Hills
There's nothing quite like catching up over a warm cup of coffee. With this in mind Capalaba Police Station started coffee with a cop. Sergeant Michael Thomson from Capalaba Police Station was pleased at what comes out of the informal event. "It's good to break down the barriers, between us … [Read more...]
Pancake Day at St Luke’s
It’s the first day in the lead up to Easter, Shrove Tuesday also known as Pancake day was celebrated throughout Redlands schools. St Luke’s Catholic Parish School cooked 800 pancakes in preparation for pancake day handing them out to students in class. Assistant Principle of Religious … [Read more...]
Two local clubs to receive grants
Two local clubs have received funding through the Gambling Community Benefit Fund. The Redland Bowls Club have pocketed more than $30 000 in funding, enabling the club to update their facilities. Secretary of the Bowls Club Gary Walters says the bowls club applied for the funding in order to … [Read more...]
Stay alert as the mercury climbs this summer
Rural Fire Service Queensland (RFSQ) warns that as the temperature rises, so does the risk of bushfires. Residents are warned to stay alert and to report any suspicious or unattended fires. Landowners who have done hazard protection burns recently need to be vigilant and make sure all fires … [Read more...]
