Cinemas across Moreton Bay light up this week with star-studded blockbusters and returning classics. Whether you’re in North Lakes, Strathpine, Redcliffe, or Morayfield, there’s something fresh to enjoy on the silver screen.
Opening This Week
Crime 101
In cinemas from 12 February
High-stakes action comes to the region. Watch Chris Hemsworth and Mark Ruffalo face off in this tense heist thriller. Catch it at Event Cinemas North Lakes, Springfield Central, BCC Strathpine, Limelight (Ipswich, Morayfield), Bribie Cinema, and HOYTS Redcliffe.
Wuthering Heights
In cinemas from 12 February
Margot Robbie stars in this stunning new take on the classic love story. Passion and revenge collide. Catch it at Event Cinemas North Lakes, Springfield Central, BCC Strathpine, Limelight (Ipswich, Morayfield), Bribie Cinema, and HOYTS Redcliffe.
Whistle
In cinemas from 12 February
A new horror thriller for those brave enough to watch. Catch it at Limelight Cinemas Morayfield and HOYTS Redcliffe.
Scream: 30th Anniversary
In cinemas from 12 February
The classic slasher returns for a limited time. Catch Ghostface at HOYTS Redcliffe.
War Machine
In cinemas from 12 February
Adrenaline-fueled sci-fi action. Catch it at HOYTS Redcliffe.
Still Showing
Is This Thing On?
The comedy hit continues at North Lakes, Strathpine, Morayfield, Bribie, and Redcliffe.
Shelter
A moving drama still screening at North Lakes, Strathpine, Morayfield, and Redcliffe.
Iron Lung
The viral horror hit continues at North Lakes, Strathpine, Morayfield, and Redcliffe.
Avatar: Fire and Ash
James Cameron’s epic is still drawing crowds at North Lakes, Strathpine, Morayfield, and Redcliffe.
Where to Watch
Event Cinemas North Lakes – Westfield North Lakes
BCC Cinemas Strathpine – Strathpine Centre
Limelight Cinemas Morayfield – Morayfield Shopping Centre
HOYTS Redcliffe – Peninsula Fair Shopping Centre
Bribie Cinema – Bongaree
From edge-of-your-seat thrillers to timeless romance, Moreton Bay’s cinemas are packed with great entertainment this week. Grab some popcorn and enjoy a local screening near you.
Redcliffe landmarks have been raised as possible inclusions in a new Moreton Bay edition of Monopoly, with residents invited to help shape the board by submitting local suggestions.
A customised Monopoly: Moreton Bay Edition is expected to be available in toy shops across the region later in 2026.
The edition is being produced by Winning Moves Australia under licence from Hasbro. Residents are being asked to nominate landmarks, businesses and experiences that reflect different parts of the Moreton Bay region.
Submissions can be sent to info@winningmoves.com.au by the end of February 2026.
Redcliffe Locations In The Mix
Redcliffe Jetty and Suttons Beach were mentioned among potential sites that could feature on the board.
The call-out also raised the possibility of including major transport routes and suburban centres. Anzac Avenue, South Pine Road, King Street and the Bruce Highway were identified as examples of roads that could align with transport-style squares. Caboolture, Narangba, Strathpine and Mango Hill were suggested as possible station equivalents.
Woorim Beach on Bribie Island and Unitywater were also referenced as potential inclusions.
Online responses to the announcement included a range of nominations for streets, parks and venues across the region, alongside light-hearted suggestions about how particular locations might be positioned within the traditional Monopoly format.
Monopoly first appeared in 1935 and has since become one of the most recognised board games worldwide. The game is licensed locally in 114 countries and played by more than one billion people globally, according to the published material.
Local editions follow the same core gameplay while replacing property names with regional landmarks. Winning Moves Australia manufactures customised and licensed editions of Hasbro games, including region-specific versions across Australia.
A Valentine’s-week slate is landing across the major platforms, with Netflix and Disney+ both dropping new titles, Max adding fresh seasons mid-month, and Prime Video and Stan rounding out the week with new arrivals. Here’s what’s coming to streaming services in Australia from Thursday 12 February to Wednesday 18 February 2026.
With fresh drops spread across the week — including a new Predator entry on Disney+, comedy and doc viewing on Netflix, plus new seasons arriving on Max — there’s plenty here to build out your queue after the Valentine’s weekend.
Redcliffe Area Youth Space has secured a funding boost through the Skilling Queenslanders for Work initiative, enabling the organisation to deliver Certificate I in Workplace Skills training to 36 disadvantaged job seekers in the Moreton Bay region.
The 24-week program will provide participants with crucial training, qualifications and real-life work experience through RAYS’ social enterprises, including Picnic Hill, 4020 Coffee Cart, Ride Supplies, Misfits United and Connections Catering. Participants will also receive CPR and First Aid certifications, equipping them to enter the workforce with confidence.
Located at 440 Oxley Avenue in Redcliffe, RAYS has been supporting vulnerable young people and their families in the Moreton Bay region for over 20 years. The organisation has adapted continuously to meet changing community needs, evolving from its origins as an arts and music hub to become a comprehensive youth service provider.
Hands-On Experience Through Social Enterprises
The Certificate I in Workplace Skills program provides participants with hands-on experience through RAYS’ various social enterprises, allowing them to develop practical workplace skills in real business environments. This approach gives young people the opportunity to learn while contributing to successful enterprises that serve the broader Redcliffe community.
The funding boost reinforces RAYS’ commitment to transforming lives and strengthening the community through its holistic approach to youth empowerment. The organisation offers tailored programs that address behavioural and mental health challenges, educational support and skill development, fostering social inclusion and capacity building.
Meeting Growing and Complex Needs
Executive Manager Amy-lee Mayes, who has been with RAYS for 17 years, said the organisation has experienced an unprecedented tsunami of need in recent years. Needs have increased and become more complex and entrenched than ever before, requiring the organisation to respond in the most sustainable way possible.
RAYS operates multiple programs alongside its work skills training, including clinical mental health services through its ASHA program, education programs for young people disengaged from school, early intervention and prevention services, and its recently opened Safe Space operating daily from the Oxley Avenue location.
Proven Track Record in Youth Support
The organisation has built strong relationships with young people across Redcliffe, Scarborough, Clontarf and surrounding areas, providing a safe space where vulnerable youth know they can find support. RAYS focuses predominantly on young people who have been significantly impacted by trauma, poverty and oppression.
One participant previously shared how RAYS had become a second home, somewhere she feels safe and accepted, while the team helped her find employment and get her life together. This combination of emotional support and practical skills development sits at the heart of RAYS’ approach to youth empowerment.
The Work Skills Program supports people aged 15 to 25 who face significant barriers to employment, running for six months and tailoring support to individual needs. Young people and families can self-refer to the program, or external support services, schools and police can make referrals.
More information about Redcliffe Area Youth Space and its programs is available here or by calling 07 3283 8769.
The Redcliffe-based Dolphins have landed 14-year-old Wylei Parker on a three-year development deal, marking a significant win in the battle for emerging talent against their Brisbane rivals.
Wylei is the son of Brisbane Broncos champion Corey Parker, who played 347 games for the Red Hill club and helped them win the 2006 premiership. The teenager’s signature with the Moreton Bay team represents a notable shift in the local rugby league landscape, with the Dolphins securing a Parker despite his father’s legendary status at Lang Park.
Corey Parker announced the news on social media on Monday night, expressing pride in his son’s achievement. The former Broncos captain described the signing as opening the door to an amazing opportunity backed by hard work, commitment and belief.
Building Pathways From the Redcliffe Peninsula
The Dolphins beat the Gold Coast Titans and Canterbury Bulldogs to secure Wylei’s signature. The Broncos reportedly did not express interest in the son of their club legend, despite Corey Parker ranking as the second-highest appearance maker in Brisbane’s history behind only Darren Lockyer.
Wylei has transformed from a halfback into a hooker and models his game on Melbourne Storm and Queensland Maroons star Harry Grant. At 14 years old turning 15, he enters the age bracket where clubs can formally contract promising juniors as part of their academy systems.
The development deal involves two training sessions per month, tours and structured pathways designed to nurture young talent while ensuring players can still enjoy their adolescent years. Wylei will be instilled as part of the Dolphins academy system, which operates from Kayo Stadium in Redcliffe alongside the club’s NRL operations.
Redcliffe’s Growing Academy Systema Win for Moreton Bay’s NRL Presence
The signing reinforces the Dolphins’ strategy of building their junior development programs across the Redcliffe Peninsula, northern Brisbane suburbs and the broader Moreton Bay region. Since entering the NRL in 2023, the club has worked to establish pathways that compete directly with the Broncos for local talent.
Corey Parker spoke about the signing on SEN radio on Tuesday morning, noting his excitement for his son’s journey while acknowledging the variables that come with teenage development in rugby league. The former lock forward emphasised that the opportunity allows Wylei to be part of structured development while still maintaining balance as a young person.
The signing follows another high-profile father-son story in recent months, with Andrew Johns’ 16-year-old son Louis signing a development contract with the Sydney Roosters rather than his father’s former club, the Newcastle Knights.
Redcliffe’s Growing Academy System
The Dolphins organisation has invested heavily in development structures since being granted their NRL licence in October 2021. The club’s commitment to pathways was a central pillar of their successful bid over the Brisbane Firehawks and Brisbane Jets for the competition’s 17th licence.
Kayo Stadium serves as both the training and administration base for the NRL team while hosting select home games alongside the club’s primary venue at Suncorp Stadium. The 10,000-capacity stadium underwent significant upgrades between 2015 and 2020 to support the Dolphins’ NRL ambitions and now houses comprehensive academy facilities.
The Redcliffe Dolphins, who continue to compete separately in the Queensland Cup, have produced numerous representative players throughout their 75-year history, including rugby league legends Trevor Harken and Arthur Beetson.
Wylei Parker’s signing represents another step in the Dolphins’ efforts to establish themselves as a legitimate pathway option for emerging talent in South East Queensland, competing directly with the Broncos despite the weight of family legacy pulling in the opposite direction.
From the Redcliffe esplanade to the trails of south-east Queensland, walking and hiking clubs are creating spaces where connection matters as much as the kilometres covered.
Every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday morning, dozens of men in matching maroon shirts gather at Redcliffe Jetty for The Man Walk. The group, which often swells to more than 100 participants, has become one of the biggest in Australia since organiser Denis Brennan started the local chapter.
These groups are transforming how locals meet new people, stay active and find support in their communities, offering a straightforward solution to social isolation through regular outdoor activity.
Redcliffe’s Man Walk Draws Massive Crowds
Brennan says the walks typically cover about six kilometres, heading down to Scarborough one day and out to Scotts Point another. But the distance isn’t really the point.
According to Brennan, the real value comes from the friendships and camaraderie built during these regular meetups. He notes that wives have commented on positive changes in their husbands since joining the group. Local organisations including Redcliffe, Caboolture and Chermside hospitals often refer men to The Man Walk when they believe the social connection could help.
A Charles Sturt University study published in November found The Man Walk‘s combination of group walks and open conversation delivers significant health benefits. Dr Nicole Snowdon, who led the research, explains that participants reported improvements in physical health alongside opportunities for emotional support and connection, factors that help reduce anxiety, depression and loneliness.
Founded by Kiama man Mark Burns in 2019, The Man Walk now operates in more than 80 locations across Australia. The model is simple: create a positive, supportive environment where men can walk, talk and support each other without pressure or barriers to entry.
Brisbane Hikers Trading Bars for Trails
While The Man Walk focuses on men’s wellbeing, other groups across south-east Queensland are drawing younger, mixed crowds looking to socialise without alcohol at the centre.
Sian Anstis launched Hike Club Social in late 2023 when she found herself wanting to meet new people but tired of the bar scene. The Auckland native had grown up hiking New Zealand’s North Island but says her world had gotten small after five years in Brisbane.
Now based in Brisbane and travelling around Queensland for different hikes, the club attracts everyone from 18-year-olds fresh out of school to people in their seventies. Anstis says many participants are in their late thirties and early forties, looking to expand their social circles in ways that don’t involve drinking.
The response has been overwhelming. Within months of launching, Hike Club Social was flooded with interest from people drawn by the same desire to make genuine connections outdoors. While many of these community walks are free to join, the focus remains on keeping participation low-cost and accessible to anyone regardless of their budget.
Friendships and even romantic relationships have developed on the trails, beside waterfalls and while scrambling up mountain peaks. The club has expanded beyond day hikes to include camping events, boat days with snorkelling and even interstate trips to Tasmania for multi-day hikes.
Earlier this year, Anstis partnered with Health and Wellbeing Queensland’s Healthy Is Happening campaign. The collaboration came after research showed increasing numbers of Queenslanders aged 25-54 face cost and support barriers to exercise. Anstis says her goal has always been to create both a social and active group that helps people build confidence in hiking, socialising and being active outdoors.
Low-Pressure Exercise Gaining Ground
In central Queensland, a different approach to social exercise is drawing crowds in Yeppoon and Rockhampton. These groups emphasise that movement doesn’t need to be intense to be beneficial.
Exercise physiologist Shireen Rigby and dietitian Keira Murray started Salty Steps in Yeppoon as an alternative to the high-intensity workouts they’d both experienced through bodybuilding and CrossFit. The Sunday morning gathering features a 30-minute walk at participants’ own pace, followed by guided breath meditation and an optional swim.
Rigby says social isolation was a huge component in many people’s health issues they encountered in their practice. Salty Steps was designed to address that without the pressure to perform or maintain intensity.
In Rockhampton, Georgia Howard founded Mum Miles Club last year, bringing waves of strollers to the streets each week. The club has grown significantly since launching, attracting mothers at all stages from those trying to conceive to those with newborns and older children.
Howard says the walks typically include coffee before or after, or playground time for the kids. But more importantly, the group creates space for important conversations and provides support for mothers who might otherwise feel isolated at home.
CQUniversity physical activity researcher Anetta Van Itallie says connection and mental wellbeing are major draws for these low-key social exercise groups. Research on habit formation shows that for physical activity to become a regular part of life, it needs to be fun and satisfying. She observes a growing preference for these groups among those seeking alternatives to the rigid schedules and high commitment levels often required by traditional club sports.
What These Clubs Share
Whether they’re walking along the Redcliffe waterfront, hiking through Queensland’s rainforests or strolling with prams through Rockhampton streets, these groups share common ground. They’re all about using movement as a vehicle for human connection rather than an end in itself.
The clubs operate on accessible principles: minimal equipment, low-to-no financial barriers, and a welcoming attitude toward all fitness levels. They’ve tapped into what research increasingly confirms—that for many Queenslanders, the social ‘safety net’ of a group is just as vital for long-term health as the physical activity itself.
For residents across south-east Queensland looking to break out of isolation, these groups offer a straightforward solution. Show up, move your body and talk to people doing the same. The kilometres covered might vary, but the destination is the same: stronger communities built one walk at a time.
Matthew Fuery, who grew up in Redcliffe, served as Reviewing Officer at an Army promotion parade where his youngest son Joel was among the graduates completing their first leadership course.
The Warrant Officer Class One stood on the parade ground at Gallipoli Barracks watching Lance Corporal Joel Fuery march out after finishing the Subject One Corporal Course, a moment that blended professional duty with personal pride. For both father and son, the day created a memory that connects their separate Army journeys.
Matthew Fuery has served in the Australian Army since 1992, building a career that has taken him from his Redcliffe upbringing through more than three decades of military service. Standing as Reviewing Officer at his son’s parade brought those years into sharp focus.
When Professional Role Meets Family Connection
Joel Fuery learned his father would be the Reviewing Officer while out on Exercise ANZAC. The Directing Staff told him during field training, and his first reaction was disbelief.
He thought they were joking. When they kept insisting it was real, the significance of what was about to happen started settling in. His father would be there on the parade ground, not just as family support but in an official capacity that recognized both Joel’s achievement and Matthew’s rank.
Photo Credit: Supplied
For Matthew Fuery, the role prompted reflection on his own progression through Army ranks. He completed his own Subject One Corporal Course years earlier, back when Joel was still young. Now he was watching his son complete the same milestone, the first step into junior leadership that every Australian Army soldier takes when moving beyond basic service.
The Subject One Corporal Course marks the transition point where soldiers begin leading others. It’s where technical skills meet responsibility for teams, where following orders expands into giving them. Joel finishing this course meant he was stepping into the same leadership pathway his father had walked for over 30 years.
A Redcliffe Family’s Military Tradition
Matthew Fuery’s journey began in the bayside suburb of Redcliffe before he embarked on his military career in 1992. His son Joel has now followed into Army service, creating a family connection that spans generations and links back to the Moreton Bay area.
The parade at Gallipoli Barracks brought that connection into clear view. Matthew standing in his role as Warrant Officer Class One, Joel marching past as a newly promoted Lance Corporal completing his leadership qualification. The formality of the parade ground didn’t erase the personal significance of a father watching his son reach a milestone he understood intimately.
For Joel, knowing his father was there in such an important role made the day memorable beyond the usual satisfaction of completing a demanding course. The parade ground can feel impersonal during official ceremonies, but having Matthew Fuery as Reviewing Officer changed that dynamic entirely.
What This Moment Means
Army families often share the experience of service across generations, but rarely does the timing align for a father to officially review his son’s promotion parade. The moment required Matthew Fuery’s career progression to place him in a position of sufficient rank, Joel’s training to reach completion at the right time, and Army’s willingness to assign Matthew to the role despite the personal connection.
For Redcliffe residents, the story shows how local upbringings can lead to careers that create these unexpected intersections of professional achievement and family pride. Matthew Fuery’s three decades of service started with a young person from the Moreton Bay area joining the Australian Army. Now his son has reached the same transition point into leadership that shapes military careers.
The Subject One Corporal Course that Joel completed prepares soldiers for their first leadership roles, teaching them how to manage teams under pressure and make decisions that affect others. It’s where Army service shifts from individual performance to collective responsibility. Matthew Fuery completed that same course when his career was beginning. Watching Joel finish it brought both men’s service paths together on a single parade ground.
Cinemas across Moreton Bay light up this week with a clash of genres, featuring a heartwarming Aussie drama and two new intense thrillers. Whether you’re in North Lakes, Strathpine, Redcliffe, or Morayfield, there’s something fresh to enjoy on the silver screen.
Opening This Week
Addition
In cinemas from 29 January
A charming Australian story about love, life, and numbers. Catch this new release at HOYTS Redcliffe.
Send Help
In cinemas from 29 January
Get ready for suspense. A remote island turns into a nightmare in this gripping new thriller. Catch it at Event Cinemas North Lakes, Springfield Central, BCC Strathpine, Limelight Morayfield, and HOYTS Redcliffe.
Iron Lung
In cinemas from 30 January
Claustrophobic horror hits the big screen. Based on the hit game, prepare for a deep dive into terror. Catch it at Event Cinemas North Lakes, Springfield Central, BCC Strathpine, Limelight Morayfield, and HOYTS Redcliffe.
Still Showing
Marty Supreme
Catch the stylish ping pong drama at North Lakes, Strathpine, Morayfield, Bribie, and Redcliffe.
Mercy
Chris Pratt’s futuristic thriller continues at North Lakes, Strathpine, Morayfield, and Redcliffe.
28 Years Later: The Bone Temple
The zombie hit is still scaring audiences at North Lakes, Strathpine, Morayfield, Bribie, and Redcliffe.
Anaconda
The creature feature reboot continues at North Lakes, Strathpine, Morayfield, and Redcliffe.
Where to Watch
Event Cinemas North Lakes – Westfield North Lakes
BCC Cinemas Strathpine – Strathpine Centre
Limelight Cinemas Morayfield – Morayfield Shopping Centre
HOYTS Redcliffe – Peninsula Fair Shopping Centre
Bribie Cinema – Bongaree
From feel-good local stories to edge-of-your-seat horror, Moreton Bay’s cinemas are packed with great stories this week. Grab some popcorn and enjoy a local screening near you.
A new week of releases is rolling in, with Netflix leading the charge on big franchise returns and event viewing, plus a fresh family-friendly season on Apple TV+ and a new Prime Video drop to round things out. Here’s what’s landing on streaming services in Australia from Thursday, 29 January to Wednesday, 4 February 2026.
With Bridgerton back in the mix, a major WWE event on the calendar, and a few buzzy additions across the week, this is an easy one for building your watchlist. If you’re picking just one night to settle in, 29 January and 4 February are the busiest drop days.
Two Brisbane fishermen have been praised for their quick thinking after rescuing three men from dangerous waters off Moreton Bay on the weekend, with bull sharks circling nearby during the tense operation.
Sam Hortz and Robbie Angel were fishing in separate boats when they came across a capsized vessel with three men in the water. Video footage captured during the incident shows the severity of the situation, with one of the rescuers describing the scene as chaotic.
Angel was first to reach the distressed boaters and began pulling them from the water to safety. Meanwhile, Hortz attempted to salvage the capsized boat by securing it to his own vessel, but was forced to abandon the effort when the weight threatened to drag his boat under.
Sam Hortz Photo Credit: Instagram / @firstdrop_fishing
During the rescue, several bull sharks were reportedly active in the area, with the predators breaching the water’s surface near the boats. The three rescued men were fortunate to escape unharmed.
Hortz noted that shark activity has been increasing in local fishing areas, making it difficult for anglers to land their catch. The rescued men have since contacted their saviours to express their gratitude.
The Moreton Bay incident occurred during a concerning period of shark activity along Australia’s east coast. Earlier in January, New South Wales experienced multiple shark encounters, including a fatal attack in Sydney Harbour on 18 January that claimed the life of a 12-year-old boy, believed to have been caused by a bull shark.
The following day saw two separate incidents—an 11-year-old’s surfboard was bitten at Dee Why Point, and a 27-year-old surfer was injured at Manly Beach. A fourth incident occurred at Point Plomer Beach near Crescent Head on 20 January.
