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Dolphins Turn 24–0 Nightmare Into Epic Battle of Brisbane Win

Down 24–0 in the Battle of Brisbane, the Dolphins looked headed for a derby hiding. What followed was a spectacular reversal at Suncorp Stadium.

The Dolphins stormed back to beat the Brisbane Broncos 40–32 on Saturday, 8 August, wiping out a four-try deficit before holding their cross-town rivals tryless throughout the second half.

Ezra Mam’s first-half hat-trick had Brisbane 30–18 ahead late in the opening half, but Herbie Farnworth struck just before halftime to cut the margin to six. From there, the Dolphins took over, outscoring Brisbane 16–2 after the restart to turn a nightmare opening into a memorable Battle of Brisbane win.

Dolphins Dig Their Way Out

There wasn’t much for Dolphins fans to celebrate during a brutal opening 20 minutes.

Billy Walters’ 40/20 handed Brisbane the early field position and Mam capitalised with the opening try in the fourth minute. He was through again three minutes later before Deine Mariner added Brisbane’s third in the 13th.

When Xavier Willison crossed in the 20th minute and Reece Walsh landed his fourth conversion, the Broncos were 24–0 clear and threatening to put the derby beyond reach before the Dolphins had properly settled into it.

Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow finally broke Brisbane’s run in the 24th minute and the response gathered pace quickly. Connelly Lemuelu crossed three minutes later before Jamayne Isaako added another in the 33rd, converting his own try to slash the margin to six.

Mam’s third try in the 35th minute checked the Dolphins’ momentum and restored Brisbane’s advantage to 30–18, but the closing minutes of the half would prove important.

Farnworth crossed in the 39th and Isaako’s conversion on halftime sent the Dolphins into the sheds only six points behind at 30–24 — a vastly different proposition from the 24-point hole they had been staring at midway through the half.

Dolphins Take Over After the Break

Brisbane’s early fluency disappeared as the Dolphins began finding more opportunities through errors and infringements.

Lemuelu grabbed his second try in the 50th minute and Isaako converted to make it 30–30, wiping out the last of Brisbane’s once-commanding advantage.

Walsh briefly put the Broncos back in front with a penalty goal in the 59th minute, but Brisbane couldn’t turn that 32–30 lead into anything more.

The Dolphins kept pressing and, after an Isaiya Katoa bomb, Tabuai-Fidow crossed for his second in the 67th minute. Isaako’s conversion made it 36–32 and put the Dolphins in front for the first time all afternoon.

Cobbo Puts the Derby Away

Brisbane still had time to respond, but Selwyn Cobbo made their task considerably harder when he crossed in the 71st minute to stretch the Dolphins’ advantage to 40–32.

Isaako missed the conversion, leaving an eight-point margin and enough time for Brisbane to threaten, but the Broncos couldn’t establish the sustained pressure they needed. An unsuccessful captain’s challenge came with less than five minutes remaining, while handling errors further disrupted their late push.

Brisbane had scored five tries by the 36th minute, three of them through Mam, with Walsh converting all five. Yet the Broncos didn’t cross again after Mam completed his hat-trick, their only second-half points coming from Walsh’s penalty goal.

For the Dolphins, the comeback came from across the park. Tabuai-Fidow and Lemuelu finished with two tries each, Isaako contributed a try and six conversions, Farnworth’s strike before halftime kept the recovery rolling and Cobbo supplied the final four-pointer.

Just as impressive was what happened at the other end. After being opened up repeatedly during Brisbane’s early barrage, the Dolphins kept the Broncos tryless for the rest of the match and won the second half 16–2.

From 24–0 down to 40–32 winners, it was some way to claim the Battle of Brisbane — and some way to earn the bragging rights at Suncorp Stadium.

FULL TIME: Dolphins 40–32 Brisbane Broncos
HALF TIME: Dolphins 24–30 Brisbane Broncos
Competition: 2026 NRL Telstra Premiership, Round 23
Date: Saturday, 8 August 2026
Venue: Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane

Dolphins tries: Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow 2, Connelly Lemuelu 2, Jamayne Isaako, Herbie Farnworth, Selwyn Cobbo
Goals: Jamayne Isaako 6/7

Brisbane Broncos tries: Ezra Mam 3, Deine Mariner, Xavier Willison
Goals: Reece Walsh 5/5 conversions, 1/1 penalty goal

Published 8-August-2026

Redcliffe’s Peninsula Support Hub Celebrates First Year of Community Care and Connection

Photo Credit: City of Moreton Bay/LinkedIn

Redcliffe’s Peninsula Support Hub is marking its first year of operation during Homelessness Week, with The Breakfast Club serving 14,563 free meals and thousands of support connections recorded through the facility over the past 12 months.

The purpose-built facility at 49 Portwood Street is home to The Breakfast Club and The Salvation Army. Services available at the site include case management, housing referrals, meals, laundry and shower facilities, and social connection. Homelessness Week runs from 3 to 9 August.

Peninsula Support Hub Records First-Year Activity

The Breakfast Club recorded 7,052 hub connections during its first year at the facility, alongside the 14,563 free meals served. It also facilitated 2,501 showers, completed 1,057 loads of washing and provided 2,799 food hampers.

The Hub also recorded 1,160 connections over the past year, with two-thirds of support relating to financial and housing assistance. Other support covered mental health, legal and emotional assistance, DFV and spiritual support. Community members were also connected with housing pathways, essential services and practical assistance.

Redcliffe Facility Brings Services Together

The facility was developed to bring frontline services together in one location. City of Moreton Bay invested $3.7 million, while a further $3 million came through the State’s South East Queensland Community Stimulus Program.

The Breakfast Club and The Salvation Army operate from the site under $1-a-year leases. Both service providers were involved during development so the building could meet their operational needs.

City of Moreton Bay also works with Coast2Bay Housing and Bric Housing through its Community Leasing for Social and Affordable Housing Project, providing land through low-cost, long-term leases for new community housing complexes. More than $2.28 million in development fees and infrastructure charges has been waived for eligible community and affordable housing projects.

community services — Photo Credit: City of Moreton Bay/LinkedIn

Support Continues At Portwood Street

The Salvation Army operates from the Redcliffe site from 8.30am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday.

The Breakfast Club operates from 7am to 8am on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. On Tuesday and Thursday, it operates from 9am to 1pm and again from 4pm to 5.30pm.

The Peninsula Support Hub remains open for services at 49 Portwood Street, Redcliffe. A list of emergency food relief and other support providers is also available through City of Moreton Bay.

Published 5-August-2026

Redcliffe Talent Fuels Historic Youth Baseball Mission to America

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Nine formidable young athletes from the Redcliffe Padres have anchored a regional baseball squad travelling 14,700 kilometres to South Carolina to face the toughest global competition of their lives.

Making Global History

How do you prepare for the ultimate sporting challenge? For the Brisbane North team, it meant winning the national title in May and packing their bags for the Senior League World Series, which runs from Aug. 1 to Aug. 8. The stakes are incredibly high at the JB Red Owens Sports Complex in Easley.

This squad brings serious pedigree to the diamond, with nine of the twelve players boasting prior international experience. One athlete, Tyler Wilson, is actually rewriting the record books. He will become the solitary player globally to compete across all four World Series tiers, cementing his legacy in youth baseball.

Battling the Elements

The odds look steep. Australia is sending these boys directly from a mild winter into a sweltering US summer. Temperatures are expected to hit 35 degrees with a suffocating 95 per cent humidity. Compounding the pressure, the team has not played a competitive game in ten weeks. Head Coach David West acknowledged the massive physical toll this climate transition brings, especially since they arrived just three days before the opening pitch.

Yet, he highlighted a unique advantage. Unlike Australia, many rival countries lack structured club competitions for this specific age group, potentially evening the playing field.

A Community Pushes Forward

Will they finally break the drought? An Australian team has never secured a victory at this particular tournament. Facing Latin America on Sunday at 2 a.m. AEST, a triumph could crack the competition wide open for the low-seeded underdogs. Back home, the Redcliffe community refuses to let distance dampen their spirit. Local businesses are footing the bill to turn this dream into reality. Fattoush Bayside on Redcliffe Parade is proudly sponsoring Coleby Ryerson through a dedicated 50 Club initiative. Their financial backing ensures these young men can focus entirely on making their hometown proud on the world stage.

Published Date 01-August-2026

Dolphins Pass Another Top-Four Test In Gritty Win Over Dragons

The Dolphins tightened their grip on a top-four spot on Friday night, outlasting the St George Illawarra Dragons 28-22 at WIN Stadium in Wollongong after a frantic finish threatened to undo an otherwise commanding performance. What looked comfortable with 10 minutes to play became anything but as the Dragons charged home, forcing Kristian Woolf’s side to earn every metre of the win.

With the race for the top four tightening, these are the games the Dolphins had to bank. They arrived in Wollongong as favourites against a side sitting outside the finals picture, and despite a few nervous moments late, left with the result they needed to keep their double-chance hopes firmly on track.

It was far from perfect. The Dolphins completed only 71 per cent of their sets and committed more errors than the Dragons, but they consistently rolled further downfield. They finished with 2,001 running metres, 629 post-contact metres and 266 kick-return metres, giving themselves better field position for most of the night.

Dolphins Take Control Before The Break

The visitors struck first when Connelly Lemuelu slipped a superb offload to Kodi Nikorima, who broke into space before sending Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow away for the opening try. Jamayne Isaako converted to make it 6-0 after five minutes.

The Dragons answered through Setu Tu before Tyrell Sloan continued his outstanding try-scoring run, finishing a slick left-edge movement to edge the home side in front.

The Dolphins responded immediately.

Selwyn Cobbo crossed after a sweeping movement to level the scores before the visitors produced their best attack of the half. Kurt Donoghoe surged into the backfield, Herbie Farnworth somehow freed his arms in heavy traffic, and Ray Stone crashed over beside the posts. Isaako converted for a 16-10 half-time lead.

Dolphins Answer Every Challenge

The second half settled into an arm wrestle before the Dolphins struck again.

Cobbo grabbed his second try in the 54th minute after another sharp left-edge shift before Isaako pushed the margin to 12 points.

The Dragons responded when Tyrell Sloan burst through and sent Clint Gutherson over to close the gap, but Thomas Flegler restored breathing space for the Dolphins with a powerful try near the posts. Isaako’s conversion made it 28-16 with just over 10 minutes remaining.

At 28-16 the game looked over.

Instead, the Dragons came again.

Ryan Couchman finished a sweeping late raid after breaks from Josh Kerr and Couchman himself punched holes through the Dolphins defence. Valentine Holmes converted to make it a six-point game and suddenly the home crowd sensed one last twist.

The Dragons forced field position, challenged a late decision and peppered the Dolphins’ line, but the visitors defended calmly through the closing sets before forcing the error that sealed the result.

The statistics reflected a contest that was much tighter than the ladder suggested. Possession was split 50-50 and the Dragons completed at 83 per cent, yet the Dolphins made their carries count. They broke 36 tackles, averaged more than 51 metres per set, restricted the Dragons to 87.7 per cent tackle efficiency and repeatedly won the yardage battle.

Cobbo’s double headlined the night, Tabuai-Fidow continued his prolific record against the Dragons, Ray Stone provided real spark off the bench and Isaako’s four goals from five attempts ensured the Dolphins converted their opportunities.

It wasn’t pretty, but it may prove one of the Dolphins’ more important wins of the season.

NRL Telstra Premiership – Round 22

St George Illawarra Dragons 22
(Setu Tu, Tyrell Sloan, Clinton Gutherson, Ryan Couchman tries; Valentine Holmes 3/4 goals)

Dolphins 28
(Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, Selwyn Cobbo 2, Ray Stone, Thomas Flegler tries; Jamayne Isaako 4/5 goals)

Half-time: Dolphins 16-10

Date: Friday, 31 July 2026

Venue: WIN Stadium, Wollongong

Team Lists

St George Illawarra Dragons: Clinton Gutherson, Setu Tu, Valentine Holmes, Moses Suli, Tyrell Sloan, Lyhkan King-Togia, Kyle Flanagan, Loko Jnr Pasifiki Tonga, Damien Cook, Toby Couchman, Dylan Egan, Hamish Stewart, Ryan Couchman. Interchange: Daniel Atkinson, Jacob Liddle, Luciano Leilua, Josh Kerr, Jacob Halangahu, Emre Guler.

Dolphins: Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, Jamayne Isaako, Jack Bostock, Herbie Farnworth, Selwyn Cobbo, Kodi Nikorima, Isaiya Katoa, Thomas Flegler, Jeremy Marshall-King, Francis Molo, Connelly Lemuelu, Kulikefu Finefeuiaki, Morgan Knowles. Interchange: Kurt Donoghoe, Max Plath, Tom Gilbert, Ray Stone, Bradley Schneider, Felise Kaufusi.

The Redcliffe Treehouse Puts Community Before Corporate Rules

Photo Credit: The Redcliffe Treehouse

Built with genuine accessibility in mind, The Redcliffe Treehouse has transformed into a vibrant Redcliffe community hub that offers locals a safe space to work, relax, and connect.

Designing for Comfort

Launched in December at 35 Redcliffe Parade, this hybrid space defies standard retail logic. Why stick to a predictable cafe layout? Owner Cei Heck decided to follow her intuition instead. She filled the rooms with vintage Chesterfield sofas, leafy plants, and shelves of books.

It was a massive collaborative effort shaped by input from the local crowd. Visitors now frequently describe the atmosphere as feeling incredibly safe and cosy. They come here specifically to recharge.

Accessibility by Design

Drawing heavily on Heck’s background managing a National Disability Insurance Scheme provider, the building layout treats accessibility as a foundational requirement rather than a hasty afterthought. Wide walkways easily accommodate wheelchairs.

Patrons can choose exactly how they want to interact with the environment. Do you want to join a noisy group or sit completely alone? Heck noted that the floor plan allows individuals to blend into the background if they simply need to breathe and take a break from the world.

A Platform for Creators

The support extends far beyond coffee and comfortable seating. Regional artisans use the location as a retail shop to sell their custom timber pieces, handmade gifts, and poured candles. Heck believes anything crafted with passion deserves a proper audience.

This culture of deep respect actively shapes the workplace environment too. Two teenage female staff members recently shared that working at the venue made them feel genuinely heard, a revelation that Heck found deeply moving.

Gathering Spaces for Everyone

What does the future hold for this unique hub? The goal is continuous growth as a welcoming home for celebrations, club meetings, and wellness workshops. Community groups of up to 30 people can reserve non-exclusive areas for absolutely free during the day. Those needing more privacy can hire exclusive rooms starting at $30 per hour during normal business hours, which includes audio-visual equipment and catering options. For larger evening functions, after-hours rates begin at $200 per hour.

Published Date 30-July-2026

Kaylee McKeown Focuses on Recovery as Dolphins Make Bright Start in 2026 Commonwealth Games

Choosing to step away from competition was not easy for Redcliffe swimming star Kaylee McKeown, but the Olympic champion says it was the right decision as she focuses on returning to full health. While illness has kept her out of this year’s Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Australia’s Dolphins have begun the campaign strongly with several standout performances on the opening night.

Read: Kaylee McKeown Opens Up About Endometriosis and Future Family Plans

The five-time Olympic gold medallist recently confirmed she has glandular fever after initially believing she was recovering from the flu. McKeown said she had been unwell heading into the Australian selection trials and had not recovered as expected. Concerned that pushing through the illness could lead to chronic fatigue, she decided, with the support of Swimming Australia, to withdraw from both the Commonwealth Games and the Pan Pacific Swimming Championships.

McKeown has embraced her recovery with characteristic good humour, sharing regular updates with supporters. In a recent social media post, she joked that her unexpected break from racing was giving her the chance to become an “elite rester” while documenting her recovery and inviting followers to keep up with her progress on TikTok.

@kaylee.mckeown
Anything to feel better 🫪
♬ The Southern Darkness (STEM beat) – Sounds of Red Bull / BMGPM

The update came only weeks after McKeown spoke publicly about living with endometriosis and the condition’s impact beyond the pool. She discussed how it has influenced her long-term plans, including her hopes of starting a family in the future.

Dolphins Deliver Statement Performances

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Dolphins Deliver Statement Night in Glasgow

Australia’s Dolphins dominated night two at the Commonwealth Games, collecting five gold medals, sweeping a podium, and setting a new Games record.

Night 2 Gold Rush

Men’s 400m Freestyle: Sam Short led an all-Australian podium sweep, taking gold ahead of Elijah Winnington (silver) and Benjamin Goedemans (bronze).
Women’s 200m Freestyle: Mollie O’Callaghan claimed gold, while opening-night 400m champion Lani Pallister secured silver.
Women’s 50m Butterfly: Alex Perkins stormed to her first individual Commonwealth title, adding to her 4x100m relay gold from night one.
Men’s 100m Breaststroke: In an emotional comeback after relearning to walk following a major knee injury, Sam Williamson powered through the final 50 metres to claim gold.
Mixed 4x100m Freestyle Relay: Flynn Southam, Kyle Chalmers, Shayna Jack, and Meg Harris capped the night in style, setting a new Games record of 3:19.36.

Para-Swimming Highlights

Men’s S14 200m Freestyle: Jack Ireland upgraded his Birmingham bronze to a silver.
Women’s S14 200m Freestyle: Madeleine McTernan fought hard to finish fifth.

Finals Bound (Night 3 Qualifiers)

Men’s 100m Butterfly: Matthew Temple clocked a Games record (50.63s) to lead Ben Armbruster and Harrison Turner into the final.
Men’s 50m Freestyle: Cameron McEvoy, Jamie Jack, and Flynn Southam all advanced.
Women’s 100m Breaststroke: Sienna Toohey and Ella Ramsay qualified for the final, while Tara Kinder narrowly missed out in ninth.

Read: Redcliffe-Born McKeown Wins 100m Backstroke Gold at Worlds

The performances gave the Dolphins an encouraging start to the meet and highlighted the depth of Australia’s swimming squad despite McKeown’s absence through illness.

Although McKeown is not competing in Glasgow, her focus remains on regaining full fitness before returning to the international stage. Her decision to prioritise long-term health reflects a focus on returning to competition only when she has fully recovered.

Published 25-July-2026
Updated 27-July-2026

Redcliffe Markets Up Late Brings 250 Stalls, Live Music and Twilight Entertainment to the Waterfront

Redcliffe Parade will come alive after dark this Saturday as the much-loved Redcliffe Markets Up Late Twilight Market returns for an evening of food, music, entertainment and family-friendly fun by the water.

The event will take place on Saturday, 25 July, from 4pm to 9pm, transforming the waterfront into a lively twilight market with more than 250 stalls showcasing gourmet street food, handmade goods, artisan products and local finds from across South East Queensland.

Visitors can enjoy an evening stroll along Redcliffe Parade while sampling some of the region’s best market eats, browsing unique handmade items and soaking up the atmosphere as the sun sets over the peninsula.

Local musicians Soul Cutz will provide live music throughout the evening, while roving entertainers will add to the market’s underwater theme. Families can expect appearances from characters including King Neptune, jellyfish performers and mermaids, along with a range of activities designed to keep children entertained.

The program will also feature Island Dancers, balloon twisting, pirates, kids’ craft activities, an animal farm, jumping castle and face painting, making it a relaxed night out for all ages.

As part of the event, marketgoers also have the chance to win a gourmet hamper valued at more than $200. To enter the draw, visitors can register for a free ticket online. The winner will be drawn on Thursday, 23 July.

Entry to the Twilight Market is free.

Event Details

What: Redcliffe Markets Up Late Twilight Market

When: Saturday, 25 July, 4pm to 9pm

Where: Redcliffe Parade, Redcliffe

Entry: Free

Highlights include:

More than 250 market stalls

Gourmet street food from South East Queensland vendors

Handmade and artisan products

Live music from Soul Cutz

Underwater-themed decorations and roving performers

Kids’ arts and crafts

Balloon twisting, face painting, animal farm and jumping castle

Family entertainment including pirates, mermaids and Island Dancers

Locals and visitors are encouraged to come along, enjoy dinner by the waterfront, browse the stalls and make the most of a winter evening in the heart of Redcliffe.

RSVP to the Facebook event here: Facebook Event

Published 23-July-2026

Redcliffe-Raised Star Liam Adcock Chases Glasgow Gold After Dominant National Win

Photo Credit: Liam Adcock/ Instagram

Armed with a towering 8.34-metre personal best, Redcliffe-raised long jump sensation Liam Adcock is set to battle the globe’s elite in Glasgow as one of the first athletes officially named to Australia’s formidable track and field squad.

Just how far can this local hero fly? The 30-year-old recently clinched his third national title in Sydney with a season-best leap of 8.26 metres, cementing his status as the world number eleven. A monumental clash now looms later this year against Jamaican powerhouse Tajay Gayle, currently ranked fifth globally.

The journey to the top hasn’t been painless. A broken foot. Torn muscles. After a punishing string of setbacks caused by pushing his body to the absolute limit during domestic meets, the Sydney University Athletics Club member completely overhauled his training regime.

Backed by a New South Wales Institute of Sport (NSWIS) scholarship, Adcock swapped a secure career as a tax consultant for the sandpit—a bold gamble that continues to yield incredible international dividends.

His explosive evolution from the 2024 Paris Olympics to a brilliant bronze medal finish at the 2025 World Athletics Indoor Championships proves he thrives under intense pressure. “I want to be in a position where I can win the Commonwealth Games and Ultimates at the end of the year,” the athlete declared. When he finally hits that runway in Scotland, an entire peninsula back home will be holding its collective breath.

Published Date 22-July-2026

Kaylee McKeown Opens Up About Endometriosis and Future Family Plans

Redcliffe-born Olympic champion Kaylee McKeown has revealed she has endometriosis, shedding light on the chronic condition after withdrawing from Australia’s Commonwealth Games and Pan Pacific Championships teams.

Read: Redcliffe-Born McKeown Wins 100m Backstroke Gold at Worlds

In an Instagram post announcing her decision, McKeown wrote: “Unfortunately I’ve had to pull the pin on Comm Games and Pan Pacs. Not exactly ideal, but LA28 is the big picture and I’d rather have myself sorted by then.”

The 25-year-old, who was born in Redcliffe and raised in nearby Caboolture before relocating to the Sunshine Coast, also spoke about her diagnosis on the Something To Talk About podcast. McKeown, who now trains with the USC Spartans squad at the University of the Sunshine Coast, explained that living with the condition has forced her to think carefully about balancing an elite sporting career with her long-term goal of starting a family with partner Declan Watson.

Looking Beyond Los Angeles

Speaking on the podcast, McKeown said conversations with her specialist had highlighted the challenges of planning for a family while continuing to compete at the highest level. She explained that freezing her eggs had been suggested, but the hormone treatment involved was not something she could undertake while actively competing because of anti-doping requirements.

McKeown said her priority after the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games would be creating a life outside swimming with Watson, including getting married and having children. While McKeown has previously said she hopes to compete at the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games, she said any return after Los Angeles will depend on how her plans to start a family unfold.

The announcement came weeks after McKeown withdrew from the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow and the Pan Pacific Championships in California. Addressing supporters on Instagram, she also wrote: “So, for now, I’ll be M.I.A. I promise I’ll be back when my body lets me.”

Although she plans to take a break after Los Angeles, McKeown suggested motherhood would not necessarily mark the end of her swimming career. Instead, she said she would assess whether a return to competition is possible once she has achieved the personal milestones that matter most to her.

Understanding Endometriosis

According to the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing, endometriosis is a chronic condition in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus. It affects at least one in seven girls, women and people assigned female at birth in Australia.

Symptoms can include abdominal pain, heavy periods, fatigue, bloating and infertility, although they vary from person to person. The condition can begin during puberty and continue throughout adulthood. While there is currently no cure, a range of treatments can help manage symptoms and improve quality of life.

Because symptoms vary between individuals, endometriosis can be difficult to diagnose, making greater awareness an important part of encouraging earlier assessment and treatment.

A Champion Inspiring Beyond Sport

McKeown is one of Australia’s most successful swimmers, becoming the first woman to successfully defend both the Olympic 100 metre and 200 metre backstroke titles after winning gold in Tokyo and Paris. She is also the world record holder in the 50 metre and 200 metre backstroke and has claimed multiple world championship titles throughout her career.

Her decision to publicly discuss endometriosis places her among a number of elite athletes who have shared their experiences with chronic health conditions.

Read: Olympics Latest: Redcliffe’s Kaylee McKeown Sets New Record

Her comments have drawn attention to endometriosis, a condition that affects at least one in seven girls, women and people assigned female at birth in Australia.

McKeown remains one of the Redcliffe region’s most accomplished sporting exports. Her latest revelation highlights that elite athletes can also live with invisible health conditions, contributing to broader public awareness of endometriosis.

Published 22-July-2026

Redcliffe Crowd Carries Rockin’ 4 The Homeless to $50,000

The guitars, raffle calls and auction bids had filled Dolphins Leagues Club through the afternoon, but the room quietened when Darren Middleton and Tim Rogers took the stage during a Redcliffe fundraiser that would finish with $50,000 for The Breakfast Club Redcliffe Inc.

Rockin’ 4 The Homeless brought performers, volunteers, sponsors and attendees together for a program combining live music with raffles, auctions and donations.

Throughout the venue, volunteers kept the fundraising activities moving while musicians performed on stage. Raffle tickets were sold, auction bids rose and contributions continued to build the total.

Middleton’s performance changed the pace of the room as attention turned towards the stage. Tim Rogers followed, bringing another closely watched set before the fundraiser moved towards its final tally.

Support artists also performed during the event, with each act contributing to a program designed around music and fundraising for The Breakfast Club Redcliffe.

Rockin’ 4 The Homeless — *Photo Credit: Supplied*

Music Holds the Redcliffe Crowd

The performances provided the centre of the day while the work continued around them.

Volunteers managed the raffles and auctions, sponsors backed the event and attendees contributed through purchases, bids and donations. What had begun as a busy afternoon of live entertainment gradually moved towards a single figure.

When the total was announced, Rockin’ 4 The Homeless had raised $49,275.97.

The result placed the fundraiser within $724.03 of the $50,000 mark.

Musician performing on stage at Dolphins Leagues Club — *Photo Credit: Supplied*

The Final Push to $50,000

Andrew Reibelt, an event sponsor from Image Property, and event founder Dan Nebe stepped in to cover the remaining amount.

Nebe, who is also a director of Team Musicare, joined Reibelt in taking the final tally to $50,000 for The Breakfast Club Redcliffe Inc.

The contribution completed a fundraising effort built across the afternoon by the artists, volunteers, businesses and attendees involved at Dolphins Leagues Club.

Organisers acknowledged Reibelt, Nebe and Chris Ellison from Lewis Group, along with The Komo, The Belvedere Hotel and Dolphins Leagues Club, for their support.

Performers appearing during Rockin’ 4 The Homeless — *Photo Credit: Supplied*

Supporting The Breakfast Club Redcliffe

The Breakfast Club Redcliffe Inc supports events and people needing assistance, with its resources directed back into the community.

That work formed the purpose behind the performances, raffles, auctions and donations held throughout Rockin’ 4 The Homeless.

By the time the instruments were packed away, the Redcliffe fundraiser had moved from $49,275.97 to an even $50,000 for the local organisation.

Published 20-July-2026