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In this weeks Round-Up

• Holiday Programs to Keep the Kids Busy

• A Feel-Good Family Sunday Fun

• Lisa Hunt is back

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Quick News

Stay Connected in Redlands Coast Redlands City Council is back in action! Whether it’s reporting issues around the city, checking your bin day, seeing what’s on, or staying up to date with news and projects, all the handy links are ready for you to explore. View them here.

2026 Public Holidays in Queensland Kick off the year knowing when to plan your long weekends! Queensland’s 2026 public holidays are now out, so you can start marking the days for fun, travel, or just a chill break. Check the full list online and start dreaming about those mini escapes. Check them out here.

A Simple Way to Help Nature This January The 2026 Great Cane Toad Bust is back from 17 to 25 January, and it's an easy way for you to help protect native wildlife. You can jump in solo, team up with friends, or join a community group. Registration is open now through Watergum’s website. Register now and get involved across the region.

Community Discussion

Big Love for a Local Dream

Sunshine Kebabs Cleveland just shared a proud moment as the youngest in the crew chases his passion for trading cards. Card lovers can swing by to check out what he’s building, show some support, and maybe score a cool find while grabbing a feed too.

Local Events

Keep the Kids Busy These Holidays
Where: Redlands Libraries
When: 6–15 January 2026
Looking for holiday plans the kids will love? Click here to see a jam-packed lineup of free holiday fun programs for kids! From lantern making, craft crazes, and scratch art to games mornings, engineer challenges, Anh Do adventures, and even a science show with Dr Rob, there’s something for every curious little mind.

Twilight on Cambridge Parade
Where: Cambridge Parade, Manly
When: Friday, January 9th, 2026, 5pm to 9pm
Head over to Cambridge Parade to enjoy your Friday night by the bay, and with food trucks, local eats, craft stalls, and live jazz setting the mood. You can wander, snack, sip, and settle in wherever feels right, making it the kind of relaxed night that turns into favourite memory.

Summer Nights Just Got Tastier on Middle Street
Where: Middle Street, Cleveland
When: 10–24 January, with peak nights Saturday 10 & 24 January, 4:30–7:30pm
Come enjoy summer nights filled with live local music, tasty samples, and easy street vibes on Middle Street. You’ll snack your way through tasting nights, catch relaxed tunes, and grab dining deals with the Summer Munch Pass. It’s the perfect excuse to linger longer and soak up Cleveland after work.

An Italian-Style Twilight Worth Savouring
Where: Sirromet Winery, 850 Mt Cotton Rd, Mt Cotton
When: Saturday, January 10, 2026, 5:30pm
Head over for a golden-hour escape in the vineyards with an Italian twist. There'll be share platters made for lingering, wines that suit the sunset, and space to stroll as the sky changes colour. It's perfect for slowing down, catching up, and enjoying a warm summer evening. More info here.

A Feel-Good Family Sunday Fun
Where: Koala Tavern
When: Sunday, January 11, 2026, from 12 pm
Come enjoy an easy Sunday with the kids while you relax. There’ll be animals to pat, face painting to spark smiles, and a surprise superhero visit. You can grab lunch, soak up the music, and let the little ones run wild while you enjoy a chilled afternoon with everyone smiling.

Local Live Music

Cleveland Sands Hotel, Cleveland
Friday, 9 January 2026, 8:00 PM
Lisa Hunt is back with her signature soul, funk, and disco sound, and Cleveland’s ready for it! There’ll be high-energy performances, classic hits, and plenty of moments that’ll have everyone dancing. Catch her live at the Sands and let the music move you. More info here.

Koala Tavern, Capalaba
Saturday, 10 January 2026, 8:00pm
Come relive the Big Day Out days with huge tribute tunes and DJ vibes all night long. You’ll hear the songs that shaped your playlist, sing loud, dance harder, and soak up pure festival energy without the crowds. It’s loud, fun, and exactly how a Saturday night should feel be. Get your ticket(s) here.

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