Redlands Round Up

Local news with personality

Week of 11 May 2026

Good morning, Redlands Coast! What a week it has been. We've got a cracking edition for you this week with Mother's Day just passed, AdventureFest launching in just a few days, and so much happening across our community. Let's dive in!

πŸ” What's Inside

⚫ Real Estate Watch - New weekly property market report ⚫ AdventureFest - 10 days of events starting May 15 ⚫ Ross Noble at RPAC - Cranium of Curiosities ⚫ Foodie Fiesta Night Market - Capalaba Tavern ⚫ Boogie Brunch launches at Cleveland Sands ⚫ Community sports highlights & RSL events

πŸŒ‰ Bridge Bottleneck Breakthrough for Bayside Drivers

State Government has committed funding for a business case into duplicating the Tingalpa Creek bridge. This is welcome news for frustrated commuters who have been dealing with bottleneck delays on this stretch for years.

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πŸ₯ DOTS Allied Health Marks 20 Years in Redlands

Redlands-based DOTS Allied Health is celebrating 20 years of proudly supporting independence and wellbeing through allied health services across our community. Congratulations on this incredible milestone!

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🏝️ Russell Island Sets New Property Record

Russell Island has set a new property record with a $1.47 million waterfront sale, signalling rising demand for island living on the Redlands Coast.

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πŸ“’ Council Seeks Community Input on Disaster Preparedness

Redland City Council is calling on residents and businesses across the coast to share their input on how our community can better prepare for storms, floods and other emergencies.

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🌱 FEATURED EVENT

AdventureFest is Coming!

15 - 24 May 2026 | Redlands Coast

10 days of epic events and experiences! From heart-pumping outdoor activities to scenic boat cruises, heritage workshops, artisan markets and more.

πŸ—“οΈ AdventureFest Fun Day (Sat 16)

🚀 Scenic Boat Cruise (Sat 16)

🏊 Straddie Triathlon (16-17)

🏎️ Hillclimb at Mt Cotton (16-17)

πŸ• PuppyPalooza (Sun 24)

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πŸ›’ Markets This Week

Redlands Coast Artisan Markets

πŸ“… Saturdays, 8am - 12pm | Various locations

Local makers, bakers and creatives showcasing handmade goods.

SSCM Cleveland Showgrounds Preloved Market

πŸ“… Sunday 17 May, 8am - 12pm | 46 Smith St, Cleveland

Turn pre-loved items into someone else's new favourite. Egg and spoon races at 10am, food vendors and more.

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IndigiScapes Eco Markets

πŸ“… Saturday 11 May, 8am - 12pm | 71 Indigiscapes Dr, Capalaba

Organic produce, sustainable goods, native plants and more.

🎀 Live Music & Entertainment

✨ NEW THIS MONTH

Saturdays Just Got Louder!

Cleveland Sands - Boogie Brunch | Starting Saturday 30 May | 2pm - 4pm

High-energy afternoon of shared-style dining, bottomless drinks, and live roaming entertainment by Sexy Sunday Jam.

🍊 Bottomless drinks | 🎀 Live entertainment | πŸ‘₯ Shared-style dining

$85 per person | First session: Saturday 30 May

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Foodie Fiesta #NightMarket @ Capalaba

πŸ“… Saturday 17 May | 4pm - Late | Capalaba Tavern

All your favourite food trucks, dessert cravings, and homegrown retailers - all in one place for one night only.

🍞 Loaded eats | 🍰 Sweet treats | πŸ’΅ Giveaways | 🎸 Live music

Entry: $3 per person | $10 Family Pass | Kids under 3 FREE

Presented by Ashton Entertainment

🏟️ Redlands Sporting Club Live Music Line-Up

Wellington Point | Shows from 7pm

β–Ά Dave Gray - Tue 12 May

β–Ά Jayde - Wed 14 May

β–Ά Laura Doolan Duo - Fri 15 May

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Blondie In The Flesh + Special Guests

πŸ“… Saturday 30 May, 8pm | Redlands Sporting Club

A tribute show not to be missed. Get your tickets early!

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Victoria Point Sharks 60th Birthday Specials

πŸ“… Throughout May | Victoria Point Sharks

The Sharks are turning 60! Celebrating all month with retro food specials including 60 cent prawn cocktails and $3 chicken during 60 Minutes of Deals (5:30pm - 6:30pm daily). Plus a massive $60K Cash Blowout with 6 lucky members set to win.

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πŸŽ‰ Community Event

The Coffee Club Capalaba Central Re-Launch

πŸ“… Saturday 16 May | 10am - 12pm | Capalaba Central

The Coffee Club Capalaba Central is looking better than ever! Come celebrate the refreshed store with $2 brekkie buns for all locals. Swing by to grab a delicious brekkie bun, check out the new fit-out, and celebrate with the B105 Team.

πŸŽ‰ Great prizes | 🎀 Fun activations | 🎈 Entertainment for the whole family

β˜• It's all happening at your local - don't miss out!

🎭 RPAC Highlights

🌟 THIS WEEK'S TOP PICK

Ross Noble: Cranium of Curiosities

πŸ“… Friday 29 May, 8pm | RPAC Concert Hall, Cleveland

The Wizard of Waffle is back! Roll up for one night only as Ross Noble unleashes a full tilt tornado of tangents and a barrel of laughs. Don't miss the master of improvisation live on stage.

Tickets: From $59.90 | Members from $54.90

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Suellen Cusack: The Sound of Julie

πŸ“… Wednesday 27 May, 11am | RPAC Concert Hall, Cleveland

Step into the magic of musical theatre as Suellen Cusack honours the legendary Julie Andrews with a dazzling morning of timeless melodies.

Adults $38 | Seniors $33 | Groups from $29

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Redlands Community Celebration 2026

πŸ“… May 2026 | RPAC, Cleveland

Free family fun, live entertainment and community awards celebrating what makes Redlands Coast so special.

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πŸ“… Community Events

AdventureFest Fun Day

πŸ“… Saturday 16 May, 11am - 4pm | Raby Bay Harbour Park, Cleveland

A full day of free family fun with live music, jetpack water show, wildlife displays, mini golf, rock climbing, circus activities and more!

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Scenic Boat Cruise Experience

πŸ“… Saturday 16 May | Raby Bay Harbour, Cleveland

See Redlands Coast from the water! A relaxing scenic cruise experience as part of AdventureFest. Perfect for the whole family.

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MG Car Club Mount Cotton Hillclimb

πŸ“… Saturday 16 - Sunday 17 May | Mount Cotton

Part of AdventureFest - watch classic MG cars tackle the hillclimb track! Great family outing and a must-see for motoring enthusiasts.

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Straddie Salute Triathlon Festival

πŸ“… Saturday 16 - Sunday 17 May | Point Lookout, North Stradbroke Island

Swim, bike and run around beautiful North Stradbroke Island. A premier multi-sport event on the Redlands Coast calendar.

SSCM Cleveland Showgrounds Preloved Market

πŸ“… Sunday 17 May, 8am - 12pm | 46 Smith St, Cleveland

Turn pre-loved items into someone else's new favourite. Egg and spoon races at 10am, food vendors and more.

Get Details β†’

🏐 Sports & Recreation

Redland Bay Kayaker Claims Australian Championship Gold at 84

Redland Bay kayaker Keith Coates has proven it is never too late to chase a dream, claiming Australian championship gold at age 84! An absolute legend of our community.

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Redlands United FC Back in the Win

The Wolves rediscovered their bite on the weekend, snapping a four-game losing streak as the FQPL1 season continues.

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☸️ Redlands RSL - What's On

Roll to Riches - Major Cash Promotion

πŸ“… Saturday 16 May | Drawn 3pm - 4pm

Step onto our life-sized board and roll your way to riches! Members only.

πŸ—žοΈ Lost Pet Alert - Help Find Charlie

Our beloved Chihuahua / Poodle cross, Charlie, was hit by a car at Wellington Point and bolted. We have been searching all night and would do anything to have her home.

Charlie | Female | Cream & white

Microchip: 9530 1000 4043 045

Last seen near Wellington Point

Contact: Nicole 0494 139 963 | Cameron 0401 669 071

πŸ† Reward Offered for Information

πŸ‰ State of Origin 2026 - Game 1

πŸ“… Wednesday 27 May | Live & Loud at Redlands RSL

There is no better place to catch every big hit. Get in early!

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