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Warriors Steal It Late, Edge Dolphins 20–18 in ANZAC Day Thriller

The Dolphins were in control — until they weren’t.

Leading by 12 and dictating the contest, they looked set to own ANZAC Day in Wellington. Instead, one second-half swing flipped everything, as the Warriors stormed home to snatch a 20–18 win in Round 8 of the 2026 NRL Telstra Premiership at Hnry Stadium.

It wasn’t a game the Dolphins were outplayed in.

It was a game they didn’t finish.

Fast start, then Dolphins take over

The Warriors struck first through Alofiana Khan-Pereira, but the Dolphins quickly took control — and did it decisively.

Herbie Farnworth got them on the board before Jamayne Isaako exploded into the game, scoring twice in quick succession and converting both to push the visitors out to an 18–6 lead.

They were winning the ruck, forcing errors, and turning pressure into points. At 18–6, it felt like control.

Warriors stay in the fight

The response came through persistence.

Dallin Watene-Zelezniak finished down the edge to cut the margin, before Khan-Pereira struck again — his second of the night — to bring it back to 18–14.

Two missed conversions kept the Dolphins ahead, but the momentum had shifted. The Warriors were finding metres, building pressure, and forcing the game back into a contest before halftime.

Second half stalls — then snaps

After a first half full of points, the second turned into a grind.

Errors, penalties, and broken sets slowed everything. Both sides had chances, neither could take them. The game sat at 18–14, waiting for someone to break it.

That moment came just after the hour.

The play that decided it

Taine Tuaupiki sliced through from close range in the 62nd minute — the only try of the second half, and the matchwinner.

But it wasn’t just the try.

In the same movement, Tom Flegler shot out of the line and collected Ali Leiataua high, knocking the centre out of the contest in an off-the-ball collision. Tuaupiki dummied to the contact and went through untouched.

The aftermath tipped the game.

Flegler was sent to the sin bin for the off-the-ball contact, leaving the Dolphins short at 18–18 just as the Warriors had broken through.

Boyd converted. 20–18.

Lead reclaimed. Momentum locked.

Final minutes: one shot, no finish

The Dolphins had their chances late.

Territory came. Pressure built. But composure didn’t.

Errors crept in, kicks didn’t land, and the final play fell to Isaako — a long-range two-point field goal attempt to steal it.

It missed. The Warriors closed it out.

The flip

This was a game the Dolphins let slip.

An 18–6 lead, control through the middle, and enough chances to extend. But the second-half stall, the sin bin, and one decisive defensive lapse flipped it.

For the Warriors, it was timing. They stayed within reach, struck once, and made it count.

Three straight wins, back near the top of the ladder, and a performance built on patience and timing — they didn’t need control, just the moment.

For the Dolphins, it’s the fine margin that hurts.

They built the lead, controlled long stretches, and had chances to shut it down. But the game turned on one sequence — and from there, they couldn’t land the finishing blow.

That’s the difference right now.

Not effort. Not structure. Execution when it matters.

Published 25-April-2026

Redcliffe Dolphins Hold Nerve After Early Blitz to Beat Devils 22–10 in QRL Hostplus Cup Arm-Wrestle at Premiers’ Park

Redcliffe did the damage early — and then closed it out when it mattered.

In Round 7 of the 2026 QRL Hostplus Cup at Premiers’ Park, the Dolphins rode a sharp opening burst and composed finish to defeat the Norths Devils 22–10 in a contest that stayed alive far longer than the scoreline suggests.

This quickly became an arm-wrestle after the opening exchanges — shaped by momentum swings, discipline, and a handful of key moments.

Early blitz sets the tone

The Dolphins came out of the blocks with intent, dominating the engine room and cashing in quickly.

Jack Bostock opened the scoring in the 6th minute, with Joshua James converting to make it 6–0. Bostock struck again at the 18-minute mark, and although the conversion was missed, Redcliffe had early control.

Moments later, Mason Lome-Hindle crossed to extend the lead to 14–0, capping a three-try opening that forced Norths out of their structure and into chase mode.

This early blitz forced the Devils into a desperate search for a response before the oranges, as the Dolphins’ clinical execution in the red zone threatened to turn the match into a first-half blowout.

Devils hit back before the break

To their credit, the Devils steadied.

Zakaria Taibi’s try in the 33rd minute broke the Dolphins’ momentum, and Brandon Finnegan’s conversion cut the margin to 14–6 heading into halftime — a crucial shift that kept the contest alive.

By hitting the chalk just minutes before the break, he broke the Dolphins’ scoring momentum and proved the Redcliffe line could be breached, shifting the energy from a potential rout to a genuine contest.

Sin bins spark the turning point

The game’s most volatile stretch came early in the second half, when discipline faltered on both sides.

Jordan Plath (48’) and James Flack (50’) were both sent to the sin bin, opening the field and injecting chaos into the contest.

The Devils took advantage.

Brody Tamarua crashed over in the 58th minute to bring it back to 14–10, putting genuine pressure on Redcliffe and shifting momentum squarely toward the home side.

But the moment that lingered came seconds later, when a missed conversion by Finnegan left the Devils four points adrift.

Dolphins close the gate

That miss proved costly.

Domenico De Stradis crossed in the 65th minute, and with Joshua James converting, the Dolphins pushed the margin back out to 20–10 — a decisive swing just as the Devils had threatened to take control.

James then iced the result with a penalty goal in the 72nd minute, stretching the lead to 22–10 and effectively shutting the door.

His successful kick pushed the margin to 10-22, effectively “closing the gate” by making it a two-converted-try game with only eight minutes to play.

From there, Redcliffe’s defensive structure held firm through the final exchanges.

The cost of small moments

For the Devils, the fight was undeniable — but so was the cost of small moments.

The Devils’ missed conversion at the 59th minute was the match’s tactical sliding-doors moment; it kept the margin at four points instead of two, stripping the Devils of the option to play for a draw and forcing them into high-risk errors late in the piece.

For the Dolphins, it was a performance built on timing and control — strike early, absorb pressure, then finish with authority.

Published 25-April-2026

Homeless Families Set Up Camp Beside Redcliffe Tennis Centre as Housing Crisis Bites

A homeless encampment beside the Redcliffe Tennis and Pickleball Centre is drawing urgent calls for action from the facility’s management and state authorities, with a major tournament scheduled for April 24-27 as local officials work to find a housing solution for those at the site.

Read: No Shelter, No Safety: Homeless at Risk as Cyclone Alfred Looms and Camping Ban Begins

The camp occupies a small strip of parkland adjoining the courts on the Redcliffe Peninsula. It has reportedly grown from three tents to more than 20 in the space of a month. It is home to a mix of long-term rough sleepers and families with school-aged children, several of whom say they were displaced from the rental market and have been on the high-priority housing waitlist for up to six months.

Health and safety concerns at the centre

Redcliffe Tennis and Pickleball Centre manager Thea Novic said she had raised the matter with council and police after staff and players found maggots, syringes, evidence of public urination and rubbish fires at the facility. The parkland adjoining the centre has no toilet or rubbish facilities. Ms Novic said the situation had become a serious health and safety concern that was getting out of control.

Ms Novic said the centre was scheduled to host a Queensland Pickleball Tour tournament, with around 400 players expected to attend, and that the ongoing situation was threatening both the event and the centre’s regular operations. She said the centre was at the point of having to close some courts indefinitely, despite its goal of showcasing the Moreton Bay area through major competitions.

Families at the site

One mother living at the encampment with two young children said her husband continued to commute to work and her children continued to attend school while the family lived in a tent. She described the experience as mentally and physically exhausting, with vehicles arriving throughout the night and frequent disturbances.

A long-term resident who has been living at the site since February said the number of tents had surged in the past four weeks. He said he was terrified about what would happen to families at the site, particularly the children, if they were moved on without alternative accommodation in place.

Council and state responses

A homeless camp in nearby Clontarf (Photo credit: City of Moreton Bay)

City of Moreton Bay Mayor Peter Flannery maintained that housing was the direct responsibility of state and federal authorities. He confirmed the site had been raised at senior meetings with the Queensland Department of Housing and Public Works on 31 March, with council requesting that shelter accommodation be provided for those at the location. Mayor Flannery also advised that, as of 14 April, council officers had referred all individuals at the camp to the Department of Housing and relevant support services.

Read: Woody Point Rough Sleepers Face Strict Bans on Pets and Camping

State Housing Minister Sam O’Connor said Outreach teams were on the ground working to understand the circumstances of those sleeping rough and to connect them with support services and long-term housing pathways. He acknowledged that vulnerable Queenslanders, including families, were among those living at the site.

Published 23-April-2026

Ausbuild and Zonta Use Dolphins Season Opener to Spotlight Domestic Violence Awareness in Redcliffe

Zonta Club of Redcliffe Inc./Facebook

Seventy members and supporters of the Zonta Club of Redcliffe joined the sold-out season opener at Kayo Stadium last week, with Ausbuild‘s community partnership with the Dolphins providing the platform for a domestic and family violence awareness push ahead of a busy advocacy month.

The match, which saw the Dolphins suffer a tough loss to the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles in their first home game of 2026, gave Zonta a visibility it rarely gets in a mainstream sporting setting. Members took part in the guard of honour as the teams ran out and appeared in a pre-game interview on the big screen, reaching an audience well beyond the organisation’s usual reach and helping build momentum ahead of Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month in May.

For Zonta Club of Redcliffe President Marie Stewart, that kind of mainstream exposure is exactly the point.

“Even though it wasn’t a great game for the Dolphins, it was a great game for awareness and visibility for Zonta and what we stand for,” she said.

Sport as a Platform for Change

Marie has been involved with Zonta for 19 years and understands better than most that raising awareness of domestic and family violence requires meeting communities where they already are. A rugby league crowd at Kayo Stadium, many of them families, represents precisely the kind of broad and varied audience that can be difficult to reach through traditional advocacy channels.

Ausbuild and Zonta Use Dolphins Season Opener to Spotlight Domestic Violence Awareness in Redcliffe — *Photo Credit: Zonta Club of Redcliffe Inc./Facebook*

The Zonta Club of Redcliffe has deep roots on the Peninsula, drawing passionate members from across the Redcliffe, North Lakes, and Mango Hill bayside communities. It is part of Zonta International, a global organisation active in more than 60 countries, focused on advancing the rights and status of women and girls through advocacy, education and direct community action. Locally, the club has a long track record of Dolphins partnerships, including previous Respect Round activations at Kayo Stadium and domestic violence awareness content on the big screen at football games.

The argument for taking that message into sporting venues is clear to Marie, and it centres on young people watching from the stands.

“Little kids look up to sporting heroes, and they have to be good examples,” she said. “If we can work with sports like rugby league, those role models can help reinforce positive behaviour, especially for kids who may not see that at home.”

Ausbuild’s Community Partnership at Work

Ausbuild drove the initiative through its role as the Dolphins’ official Community Partner, a partnership now in its fourth year that has distributed more than $100,000 worth of tickets to community groups and charities across the Moreton Bay region since its 2022 launch.

*Photo Credit: Zonta Club of Redcliffe Inc./Facebook*

Each home game, Ausbuild selects a local organisation to receive tickets and a game-day experience, including the guard of honour and big-screen feature that Zonta took part in last week. Ausbuild Joint Managing Director Matthew Bell said the structure of the partnership is designed to do exactly what it did for Zonta: give organisations a rare moment of visibility in front of a large, engaged crowd.

“As Community Partner of the Dolphins, we are privileged to connect with the local community and raise awareness for organisations such as Zonta Club of Redcliffe,” he said. “They play a vital role in supporting awareness for important issues like domestic and family violence.”

Zonta is the third organisation supported through the program in the 2026 season, alongside Undurba State School and Northern Districts Hack and Dressage Club.

What Comes Next

The Kayo Stadium appearance kicks off a month of high-impact advocacy for the club. The Zonta Club of Redcliffe is gearing up for a concentrated period of advocacy across May, including participation in the Moreton Bay Says No to Domestic Violence walk in Redcliffe on Friday, 26 May. The walk, which has run annually on the last Friday of May for more than a decade, brings together individuals, businesses and community organisations to march through the Redcliffe CBD to Settlement Cove Amphitheatre in a public stand against family and domestic violence.

Community groups and organisations across the Moreton Bay region interested in Ausbuild’s 2026 Community Partner program can find out more at ausbuild.com.au. For more information about the Zonta Club of Redcliffe and its upcoming advocacy activities, visit zontaredcliffe.org.au.

Published 20-April-2026

Darwin Drama: The 85-Minute Dolphins vs Panthers Epic That Defined the Top End

In Darwin’s suffocating heat, the Dolphins stormed back from 18 down — and still lost. For 15 minutes, they blew the game apart; for the other 70, they were hanging on — and that was the difference. A furious comeback, two costly lapses, and Nathan Cleary’s boot breaking hearts in the 85th minute sealed a 23–22 golden point thriller — a loss that felt far bigger than Round 7.

Darwin’s TIO Stadium provided a sweltering stage for a clash that felt less like a mid-season fixture and more like a high-stakes finals rehearsal.

For the Dolphins, this was the commencement of the Darwin experiment—a long-term play to transform the Northern Territory into a red-and-white fortress over the next three years. Fresh off a bye and hunting for a statement win against the ladder-leaders, Kristian Woolf’s men were desperate to repeat their 2025 heroics.

What they found instead was a Penrith side that, while uncharacteristically fragile in the middle third, remains the most clinical finishing machine in the competition.

Match at a Glance: Statistical Breakdown

Category	Match Details
Final Score	Panthers 23 – 22 Dolphins (Golden Point)
Venue	TIO Stadium, Darwin
Halftime Score	Panthers 18 – 0
Tries	4 each
Conversions	Panthers 3/4, Dolphins 3/4
Deciding Play	Nathan Cleary (85th-minute Field Goal)
Field Goals (1-pt)	Panthers 1/2, Dolphins 0/0
Field Goals (2-pt)	Panthers 0/0, Dolphins 0/2

Takeaway 1: The Hip-Drop Toll – A Lesson in Discipline

Discipline remains the ultimate currency in the game, and the Dolphins were found short in the moments that mattered most. The contest was bookended by two costly hip-drop penalties that effectively gift-wrapped the result for Penrith.

The first, a 17th-minute brain snap from Kodi Nikorima, saw the utility sent to the sin bin with his side trailing just 6–0. By the time he returned, the Panthers had ruthlessly exploited the overlap to forge an 18–0 halftime lead.

The second lapse proved even more fatal. In the 77th minute, with the scores locked at 22–22 and the Dolphins surging, Tom Gilbert was placed on report for the same infringement. That penalty handed Penrith the field position they needed to survive the final minutes of regulation and reset for golden point.

While the Dolphins possess the strike power to trade blows with anyone, tactical discipline is what separates contenders from premiers. You cannot concede two major penalties for the same avoidable technique and expect to outlast a side as methodical as Penrith.

Takeaway 2: The 15-Minute Blitz – Dolphins’ Edge Brilliance

If the first half was a Penrith clinic, the start of the second was a masterclass in Dolphins efficiency. In a devastating window between the 45th and 61st minutes, the Dolphins erased an 18-point deficit by scoring 22 unanswered points.

This “Darwin Blitz” targeted the Panthers’ edges with precision, with Herbie Farnworth, Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, Selwyn Cobbo, and Jake Averillo all crossing. Every try in that stretch came off individual linebreaks, underlining just how dangerous the Dolphins’ edge attack can be when given space.

The sliding-doors moment came in the 62nd minute. Isaiya Katoa missed the conversion on Averillo’s go-ahead try, leaving the margin at 22–18. Had it gone over, Penrith would have needed a converted try to equalise rather than the single four-pointer that ultimately forced golden point.

Takeaway 3: Thomas Jenkins and the “Multiple Try” Streak

Panthers winger Thomas Jenkins arrived in Darwin with a statistical target on his back and left with his perfect 2026 record intact. Despite facing a Dolphins edge that dominated long stretches of the game, Jenkins again proved one of the competition’s most reliable finishers.

His numbers remain elite:

2 tries in Darwin, maintaining his multi-try streak in every game this season
1 linebreak on the night
76th-minute equaliser to force extra time

Even with reduced involvement, Jenkins continues to deliver in high-leverage moments.

Takeaway 4: Cleary’s Cold-Blooded Redemption

Nathan Cleary’s night was a mix of control and imperfection. He created early momentum with two linebreaks inside the opening 15 minutes and finished with seven points, but also left chances out there — including a missed conversion in the 76th minute and a field goal attempt in the 84th.

The decisive moment came via Izack Tago, whose 84th-minute linebreak — after a difficult night defensively — gave Cleary the platform he needed.

This time, there was no mistake.

After 85 minutes of attrition, Cleary sat deep, took the ball cleanly, and struck. The ball cut through the humid Darwin air and sailed between the uprights — a composed, clinical finish that silenced the crowd and secured the result.

Takeaway 5: The Two-Point Gamble – Where the Dolphins Faltered

While Cleary played the percentages, Isaiya Katoa opted for the high-risk play. The young halfback attempted two 2-point field goals from beyond 40 metres — one late in regulation to win the game, and another in golden point.

Both missed.

In a contest decided by a single point, the decision to chase the highlight moment rather than build pressure for a one-point field goal proved costly. It was a clear contrast in approach: patience versus ambition, control versus risk.

Defensive Post-Mortem: Life Without Liam Martin

The absence of Liam Martin was evident during the Panthers’ second-half collapse. Their middle lost control, discipline slipped, and fatigue set in, opening the door for the Dolphins’ edge attack.

However, Penrith’s ability to reset was telling. Over the final 24 minutes, they shut the Dolphins down, absorbed pressure, and held firm long enough to take the game to golden point.

It wasn’t perfect — but it was resilient.

The Bigger Picture

For the Phins, there are some positives. Jamayne Isaako added three conversions to move to 803 career points, continuing his consistency in what shapes as his final season in red and white.

But the bigger question lingers.

The Darwin experiment has begun, and the Dolphins showed they can light up the Top End. Whether it becomes a true fortress will depend on whether they can eliminate the lapses that continue to undo their best football.

As for Penrith, this was another reminder of why they remain the benchmark. Even when stretched, even when imperfect, they find a way.

Published 17-April-2026

Clontarf Incident Leads To Charges After Alleged Dangerous Driving On Houghton Highway

Photo Credit: QPS/Facebook

An alleged incident in Clontarf has led to charges after a passenger reportedly pointed a firearm at another driver while both vehicles were on the Houghton Highway bridge.

Incident Unfolds On Clontarf Bridge

The incident occurred on the Houghton Highway as two vehicles travelled north shortly before 4pm. A silver Holden Astra and a Subaru Liberty were involved, with allegations that a male passenger in the Astra pointed a firearm towards the driver of the Subaru.

Both vehicles later stopped at traffic lights, where it is alleged the passenger exited the Astra and approached the Subaru.

Clontarf incident — *Photo Credit: QPS/Facebook*

Driver Leaves As Vehicle Follows

The Subaru driver, a 31-year-old man, accelerated away from the scene. It is further alleged the Astra followed, driving in a dangerous manner along the roadway.

The sequence moved quickly from a stopped interaction at traffic lights to a moving incident involving both vehicles.

Police Locate Vehicle In Redcliffe

Police later observed the Astra in Redcliffe, where both occupants were arrested. Investigations determined the firearm involved was a replica.

Houghton Highway — *Photo Credit: QPS/Facebook*

No physical injuries were reported, and the Subaru driver was not harmed.

Charges Laid Following Clontarf Incident

A 29-year-old man from Strathpine has been charged with dangerous conduct with a weapon and threatening violence. He was refused police bail and appeared in Redcliffe Magistrates Court on 14 April.

The driver of the Astra, a 63-year-old woman from Redcliffe, was issued a notice to appear in Redcliffe Magistrates Court on 11 May for dangerous operation of a motor vehicle.

Witness Appeal In Clontarf

Authorities are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the vehicles or has relevant dashcam footage from the Clontarf incident to come forward.

Published 15-Apr-2026

A Redcliffe Daughter Returns to Mark a Moment 25 Years in the Making

Kerri-Anne Dooley/Facebook

Redcliffe Hospital‘s palliative care unit has officially opened its refurbished lounge, garden courtyard and children’s play area, completing a transformation funded by the Moreton Bay community and delivering the kind of spaces that make an unbearable time feel, even briefly, a little more like home.

The opening drew together a gathering that reflected what the project is really about: supporters, patient ambassadors, hospital staff, community partners and families who have lived through the unit’s care. Among them was Karen Wilson, who returned to the unit for the first time since saying goodbye to her father Derek there, 25 years ago.

“Like so many families, we entered the world of palliative care with uncertainty, fear and grief,” Karen said. “But what we found here was something extraordinary. Not just a place with walls and equipment, but one where kindness, compassion, dignity and respect truly matter.”

A Garden That Brought Someone Back

Karen has since become a passionate Raise it for Redcliffe Hospital supporter, and it was her father’s love of the outdoors that made the courtyard project particularly meaningful. “Dad always loved his garden. Some of my most special memories are sitting outside together, sharing stories and laughter,” she said. “These spaces matter more than words express.”

The refurbishment encompasses the unit’s lounge, an outdoor garden courtyard and a dedicated children’s play area. Together these spaces give patients and their families somewhere to gather, breathe, and spend time together that does not feel like a clinical setting. For a unit that cares for around 600 patients and their families each year, the cumulative effect of that shift in environment is significant.

Redcliffe Hospital's refurbished palliative care lounge, courtyard and children's play area have officially opened, funded by the Moreton Bay community through Raise it for Redcliffe Hospital. — *Photo Credit: Kerri-Anne Dooley/Facebook*

Palliative Care Nurse Unit Manager Kim Shesgreen, who has worked with Moreton Bay families for 25 years, put it simply. “Sometimes people want to be at home and that’s not always possible. So being able to create a space that feels more like home, even for a short time, is incredibly important,” she said. “The changes have made a real difference. They’ve created warm, welcoming spaces where families spend time together and even for a moment, not feel they’re in a hospital.”

Built by the Community, for the Community

The project is the latest achievement of Raise it for Redcliffe Hospital, an initiative of the RBWH Foundation that has raised more than $1 million for the hospital since launching in 2021. The initiative funds a range of hospital projects through its annual Giving Day, with every donation matched by community Impact Partners. A previous round of fundraising transformed the hospital’s Rehabilitation and Stroke Unit, and the palliative care refurbishment has been the focus of multiple campaigns since.

Redcliffe Hospital is an approximately 250-bed regional hospital that has been caring for its community since the 1960s, providing services including medical, surgical, cancer care, maternity, palliative care, paediatrics and emergency care. The RBWH Foundation’s partnership with the hospital through Raise it for Redcliffe allows the community to fund projects that fall outside the scope of standard government healthcare budgets, adding the kind of human touches that formal funding rarely reaches.

Redcliffe Hospital Executive Director Cang Dang described palliative care as one of the most important services any hospital provides. “They support patients and families through a very difficult and challenging journey, but it’s a time when families come together, say goodbye and recognise what matters most,” he said. “This project has only been possible through the goodwill, generosity and support of our community and Raise it for Redcliffe Hospital partners. We are incredibly grateful.”

At the opening, guests received a symbolic butterfly, chosen to represent remembrance, comfort and the ongoing care these new spaces will provide to future families.

How to Keep the Work Going

The next Raise it for Redcliffe Hospital Giving Day falls on 21 May 2026, with all donations made in the lead-up doubled by community Impact Partners. This year’s Giving Day will support ongoing work to improve comfort, research and wellbeing for patients and families across the Moreton Bay region.

To donate or find out more, visit raiseitforredcliffe.com.au or call 1300 363 786.

Published 13-April-2026

A Century On, Redcliffe’s Anzac Memorial Avenue Still Tells Its Story

Photo Credit: City of Moreton Bay/Facebook

Redcliffe is reflecting on the 100-year legacy of Anzac Memorial Avenue, recognising the historic roadway linking Petrie and the coastal suburb as both a tribute to fallen soldiers and an enduring part of the region’s identity.

A Century-Old Tribute That Still Stands

Stretching approximately 18 kilometres between Petrie and Redcliffe, Anzac Memorial Avenue was created as a lasting tribute to those who served and those who never returned from the First World War. Now more than a century since its official opening on 5 December 1925, the avenue continues to carry both historical and everyday significance.

First envisioned in 1921, the project was designed to honour the war dead while also establishing a vital road connection. Construction began in December 1922, with the completed route becoming Queensland’s first bitumen road linking Brisbane to a seaside destination.

Built By Community And Returned Servicemen

The avenue stands as a product of strong community effort, supported by public fundraising alongside additional financial backing. It was built by returned servicemen, providing meaningful employment at a time when many were adjusting to life after war.

This dual purpose — remembrance and re-employment — became central to the avenue’s identity. It reflected a broader sentiment of recognising sacrifice while supporting those who had served.

Redcliffe Anzac Avenue — *Photo Credit: City of Moreton Bay*

A Living Memorial Lined With Trees

Over time, around 1,700 trees were planted along the length of the avenue, forming a living memorial to those commemorated. These plantings transformed the roadway into a landscape of remembrance, where each section carried historical meaning.

While some original trees have been lost or replaced due to changing conditions, the avenue’s character as a memorial remains. The tree-lined route continues to reflect the intention behind its creation, blending natural elements with commemoration.

WWI memorial — Photo Credit: City of Moreton Bay/Facebook

Redcliffe’s ANZAC Reflection On A Lasting Legacy

As ANZAC commemorations approach, Redcliffe is placing renewed focus on the avenue’s role in preserving memory. A local museum event marking the centenary highlights the avenue’s origins, its development, and the enduring spirit behind its creation.

The milestone reinforces the avenue’s place within the community, not only as a transport link but as a visible reminder of sacrifice. More than 100 years after it first opened, the roadway continues to honour those it was built to remember.

Redcliffe WWI history — *Photo Credit: City of Moreton Bay/Facebook*

Enduring Connection Between Past And Present

Today, Anzac Memorial Avenue remains a key route linking Petrie and Redcliffe while carrying its historical purpose forward. Its continued use reflects how infrastructure can also serve as a place of remembrance, connecting generations through shared history.

In Redcliffe, the centenary and the ANZAC period together highlight a legacy shaped by community effort, practical need, and enduring respect for those commemorated along its path.

Published 10-Apr-2026

Redcliffe Included in Rollout of High-Tech Parking Patrol Vehicle Across Moreton Bay

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Redcliffe is among the key locations where a new high-tech parking patrol vehicle is now operating across Moreton Bay, targeting overstaying and illegally parked vehicles in regulated zones.

Redcliffe Among Key Areas Under New Monitoring System

The patrol vehicle is equipped with number plate recognition technology, GPS tracking and high-resolution cameras, allowing it to scan parked vehicles across regulated areas. When a potential breach is identified, the system records time-stamped images and location data, which are later reviewed before any infringement notice is issued by post.

Redcliffe parking — *Photo Credit: City of Moreton Bay*

Redcliffe is one of several locations included in the rollout, alongside North Lakes, Caboolture, Strathpine and Petrie, with the vehicle operating alongside existing on-foot patrols.

The introduction of the system reflects increasing demand for parking across Moreton Bay, particularly in busy centres such as Redcliffe where access to available spaces can be limited. Parking regulation is intended to maintain fair access, improve turnover and ensure that spaces remain available for both visitors and local businesses.

Drivers are required to follow posted signage and comply with road rules, including maintaining clear distances, avoiding footpaths and ensuring driveways and intersections are not obstructed.

Community Response Emerges in Redcliffe

Public reaction to the rollout has been mixed. Some residents have supported stronger monitoring, pointing to ongoing issues with unsafe or inconsiderate parking in busy areas and near schools.

Others have raised concerns about whether increased enforcement addresses broader parking shortages, with questions around whether the system places greater emphasis on detecting breaches rather than improving infrastructure.

Despite differing views, the introduction of the patrol vehicle marks a shift towards more efficient monitoring of regulated parking areas in Redcliffe and across the region.

The system continues to rely on officer review before penalties are issued, while expanding coverage in locations experiencing higher demand and congestion.

Published 5-Apr-2026

Redcliffe Dragon Boat Teams Build Form Ahead Of April Nationals

Photo Credit: Redcliffe Pink Snapdragons Breast Cancer Dragon Boat Club Inc./Facebook

Redcliffe dragon boat teams are building strong form ahead of April’s national championships at Lake Kawana after delivering multiple podium finishes and finals appearances at recent Queensland events.

Redcliffe Crews Step Up Ahead Of Lake Kawana

With the Australian Dragon Boat National Championships set for April 18 to 24 at Lake Kawana, Redcliffe Red Dragons have carried momentum from the Queensland Championships into the national lead-up. The club secured six medals from eight events and placed every crew into finals across the regatta, underlining consistent performance across divisions.

Four gold medals, one silver and one bronze were recorded, with the Senior A Mixed 10s and Senior B Women’s 10s crews claiming dual 2026 state titles in both the 500m and 200m events. Other finishes included fourth and fifth in Senior A Open 10s, alongside 15th in the Women’s 10s 1km and 10th in the Open 10s 1km. Ten members were also selected to represent Queensland across Senior B and Senior C categories.

Redcliffe dragon boats — *Photo Credit: Redcliffe Red Dragons/Facebook*

Redcliffe Pink Snapdragons Carry Form Into Nationals

The Redcliffe Pink Snapdragons enter the April championships following a consistent run of results across recent regattas and the Queensland Championships. The breast cancer survivor crew placed third overall among seven teams at the state event, finishing third in both the 500m and 200m races.

Earlier in the season, the team secured victory at the Battle of the Paddles Regatta in Broadbeach, improving times in challenging conditions to win the final. This was followed by another strong showing at the Te Waka Dragons Regatta on the Gold Coast, where the crew won both their heat and final.

The group’s recent performances reflect its continued development after a period of uncertainty, with the team now established as a growing presence within the Redcliffe dragon boating community.

dragon boat racing — *Photo Credit: Redcliffe Pink Snapdragons Breast Cancer Dragon Boat Club Inc./Facebook*

Redcliffe Crews Set For National Competition

Both Redcliffe teams approach the April championships at Lake Kawana following strong state and regatta results, with performances across sprint events providing a clear benchmark ahead of national competition.

Across multiple crews and categories, the combination of state titles, medal finishes and consistent finals appearances places Redcliffe in a strong position entering the national regatta.

Published 3-April-2026