Good morning, Baysiders

Easter is almost here and the Redlands has a full plate. We've got markets on the islands and trail runs through the bush. There's a cyclone anniversary to reflect on and a big development proposal that has locals watching closely. Here's your week.

Let's get into it!

In this weeks Round-Up:

• 🌀 One year since TC Alfred. How far we've come.

• 🏡 Property valuations just changed. Check yours before May 11.

• 🏗️ Big development proposed for Southern Thornlands.

• 🏫 New home for Redlands seniors. U3A opens upgraded facility.

• 🥚 Easter long weekend guide. Markets, events & family fun.

• 🥁 Drum Tao hits RPAC on April 11.

• ⛽ Fuel Watch. Metro Petroleum Thornlands takes the crown this week.

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Quick News

🌀 One year since TC Alfred This week marks 12 months since ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred swept through Redlands Coast. It left a trail of damage across the bay islands and coastal suburbs. The recovery has been real. So has the resilience. If you were affected, take a moment to reflect on how far things have come. Read more →

🏡 Heads up. Your property valuation just changed. Queensland's Valuer-General has reassessed land values across Redland City. Some properties jumped by up to 20% since 2024. If yours is one of them, your rates could go up when the new figures take effect on June 30. The objection deadline is May 11 (60 days from the March 11 release). Check yours at qld.gov.au/valuation or call 1300 664 217.

🏗️ Big development proposed for Southern Thornlands The State Government is pushing to urbanise farmland south of Thornlands. Projections show Redlands Coast's population could grow from 161,700 to 211,500 by 2046. The Southern Thornlands Priority Development Area covers 890 hectares. It could deliver up to 8,000 new dwellings. It's a massive number. Locals are watching closely. Read more →

🏫 New home for Redlands seniors opens U3A Redlands has officially opened its upgraded facility. It's backed by $250,000 in State Government funding. Good news for the local learning and social community. Not everything getting built around here is a housing development.

🌩️ Three Redlands suburbs hit Queensland top 10 for weather claims Three Redlands suburbs made Queensland's top 10 list for weather-related insurance claims. It highlights the region's vulnerability to severe weather events. Especially after TC Alfred last year. Read more →

Pet of the Week

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Meet Peanut. A sweet 7-month-old white Domestic Short Hair girl at the Redland City Council Animal Shelter. Looking for her perfect forever home.

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Peanut is a little shy at first. With patience and encouragement she'll find her way into your heart and your lap. She's lived with other cats before. A slow introduction is all she needs. She dreams of warm beds, sunny spots, and someone to play with when the mood strikes. Come down and make her wish come true! ☀️ Contact the rehoming team →

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Local Events

🛍️ Markets

Redlands Coast Artisan Markets | Sunday 6 April, 7:00am–1:00pm | Cleveland Showgrounds Local makers and fresh produce. A great reason to get out before the heat kicks in. One of the best Sunday morning rituals on the Coast.

Coochiemudlo Island Easter Markets | Saturday 4 April Ferry over, grab a coffee, and support the island vendors. Easy Easter weekend plan. 🐣

🎵 Live Music & Entertainment

🥁 Drum Tao | Saturday 11 April | Redland Performing Arts Centre (RPAC) Japanese drumming and brilliant choreography. A performance that stays with you. Take the parents. Book ahead because this one sells out. Book now →

Coming up at RPAC: 🍀 Ireland: The Voyage | April 16 🎸 Led Zeppelin Tribute | April 17 🎶 Simon & Garfunkel Tribute | April 18 Three big nights.

🐣 Easter Long Weekend

(Note: Some event dates span late March to early April. Check individual listings for exact times!)

🐰 Easter Sunday at Koala Tavern | Sunday 5 April, 11:30am | 36-40 Moreton Bay Rd, Capalaba Easter fun starts early at Koala Tavern. They've got an Easter egg hunt, arts and crafts, and bunny cuddles from 11:30am. The Easter Bunny makes a special visit from 1pm. Perfect for photos. Relaxed celebration for families and kids of all ages. Book tickets → | Facebook Event →

🥚 Redlands Big Easter Egg Hunt | Monday 30 March to Thursday 2 April, closes 5pm | Redlands Coast QuCare is hiding FIVE BIG EASTER EGGS around the Redlands. Open to all residents and all ages! Pick up your map from the QuCare office in Capalaba. Hunt them down, scan the QR codes, and enter to win. Be the first to find all five and take home $500 cash. Plus plenty of chocolate prizes. Facebook Event →

🎩 Easter Magic Show & Egg Hunt | Fielders Club Tingalpa | 35 Bognor Street, Tingalpa Live Magic Show from 12pm. An afternoon of wonder, laughter, and Easter fun the whole family will love. Completely free to attend. Bring the kids, invite the friends, and enjoy the magic together. ✨ Facebook Event →

🍷 Easter at Sirromet — Saturday 4 April – Monday 6 April
Hop into Easter at Sirromet — fine wine, great food, and family fun right on the doorstep. Choose your style: gourmet dining at Tuscan Terrace, a family afternoon on The Lawn with the Easter Bunny, a relaxing weekend away, or just sunshine and a glass of wine with a picnic hamper. Four days of festivities to suit everyone.
Book now → 

🏄 Straddie Sharks Easter Carnival — Saturday 4 April, 2:00pm–8:00pm 🎆
The annual Straddie Easter Carnival is back — amusement rides, reptile and farm animal displays, face painting, market stalls, food vendors, and a fireworks display to cap off the night. A brilliant family day out on the island.
More info → | straddiesharks.com →

🏃 Unbroken Teams Trail Marathon — Saturday 4 April, 5:00am – Sunday 5 April, 5:00pm
📍 Scribbly Gums Conservation Area, Alexandra Hills
Teams of two or four take on a relay format — UNBROKEN through the night. Each runner completes three 14km trail loops through the tranquil Alexandra Hills bushland. A serious endurance challenge with a beautiful setting. Spectators welcome.
Register → | RunGuides →

🍪 Kids Cookie Decorating Workshops — April 8–9
Easter-themed decorating fun for the little ones. Creative, delicious, and a great way to burn some post-Easter-egg energy.
Find a session →

🏃 Outdoors & Adventure

Discover Koalas in the Wild with Ranger Stacey | April 16 Guided tour through local bushland with detection dogs included. Great for wildlife lovers and families.

Straddie Salute Triathlon Festival & Mountain Bike Rumble | May 15–17 | North Stradbroke Island Two big events, one massive island weekend. Put it in the diary whether you're racing or spectating.

🗺️ Nearby & Worth the Trip

🏺 Easter Extravaganza. Antique, Collectable, Record & Coin Fair 📅 Good Friday 3 April (9am–4pm) & Easter Saturday 4 April (9am–2pm) 📍 John Reid Pavilion, Brisbane Showgrounds, 600 Gregory Terrace, Bowen Hills 60+ specialist dealers inside Queensland's iconic John Reid Pavilion. Rain or shine. Jewellery, coins, vintage homewares, military pieces, toys, porcelain, uranium glass, linen, kitchenalia and more. Lucky Door Prize: $100 VISA Gift Card. Food trucks and ATM onsite. 💰 $10 entry | Under 14s free Facebook Event →

🐰 Manly Harbour Village Easter Long Weekend 📅 April 3–5 | 📍 Little Bayside Park, Manly Three days of Easter fun right on the bay. An easy run from the Redlands. Good Friday: Manly Creative Markets 8am–2pm + Easter Bunny visit Easter Saturday: Jan Powers Farmers Market 6am–12pm, then Movies in the Park at 4pm. Peter Rabbit 2 & food trucks 🎬 * Easter Sunday: Manly Creative Markets 8am–2pm + Easter Bunny visit Facebook Event →

🍽️ EATster at Eat Street Northshore 📅 Good Friday 3 April to Easter Sunday 5 April | Fri & Sat 4pm–10pm, Sun 4pm–9pm 📍 221D Macarthur Ave, Hamilton 60+ micro restaurants, 5 riverside bars with Easter cocktails, and live entertainment across 4 stages. Each day brings something different. Oyster experience on Good Friday, DIY Dessert Comp on Saturday, and Brisbane's BIGGEST Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday. Facebook Event →

School Holiday Sessions at MultiMatch

Keep the kids active these school holidays with MultiMatch Cleveland — and right now you can save 15% off pre-booked sessions until April 1. Football, tennis, basketball and more — great for burning energy and having fun.
Use promo code BOOKEARLY15 at booking. Don't sleep on it — offer ends April 1!
Book now →

Fuel Price Update

⛽ Best Current Local Prices (as of publish)

ULP (Unleaded) 

🥇 Metro Petroleum, Thornlands · $2.499

🥈 Metro Petroleum, Capalaba · $2.499

🥉 U-Go, Cleveland · $2.549

Premium 95 

🥇 Metro Petroleum, Thornlands · $2.629

🥈 BP, Redland Bay · $2.649r

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