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Redcliffe Property Market Exhibits Double-Digit Rise

Redcliffe has shown impressive double-digit growth in the past 12 months ending June 2021, a sure sign that this Moreton Bay suburb 40 km north of Brisbane, long viewed as up-and-coming, has arrived. With its laid-back, family-friendly lifestyle, Redcliffe offers first-rate bayside living in a high-growth location that’s still relatively affordable, compared to other waterfront suburbs.

Over the years, Redcliffe’s property market has had a steady increase as more people seek the seaside and migrate to coastal towns. This peninsula, which has been undervalued for so long, is slowly coming into its own as an enviable lifestyle residential community that’s no longer just appealing to retirees. Even families and first home buyers are moving into this growing area.

From July 2020 to June 2021, the housing market in Redcliffe has performed at an impressive rate, making the property more valuable with the median house price exhibiting a 21 percent rise, according to Property Market Updates.

The uptick shows the median house price above the half-million mark at $530,000, up from $438,000 in the previous year. Redcliffe’s house listings stayed an average of 51 days on the market as an active interest in listings shook up buyers and investors.

A five-bedroom beachfront home on Prince Edward Parade was the most expensive property sold during the period ending June 2021 at $2,150,000. This lavish house with plantation shutters and an upstairs verandah overlooking the bay evokes a resort vibe.

Unit Price Growth

Redcliffe’s unit market also performed very well as the median unit price jumped by 12.50 percent, sitting at $450,000 for the period from July 2020 to June 2021. There were 247 units sold with listings staying an average of 94 days on market.

Though most buyers prefer houses over units in Redcliffe, sales activity for apartment living is still remarkable because of a sizeable market for downsizers.

About Redcliffe

Redcliffe used to be a popular beach hideaway decades ago. As other suburbs laid claim to the stature in recent years, this seaside location evolved into a residential locale, with rapidly changing infrastructure, facilities, and amenities.

Although it’s a good 40 minutes away from the bustling nightlife and other recreation or entertainment found in Brisbane’s inner-city suburbs, Redcliffe has plenty of good seafood restaurants and cafes for laidback leisure dining for families and couples.

The suburb has several bike paths and walkways, a handful of foreshore swimming pool facilities (Dolphins Fitness and Aquatic), and the beautiful Scarborough Beach Park for outdoor play with the kids.

“We moved here from Sydney 10 years ago and couldn’t be happier. It’s like living in paradise. We’ve got a water view from our unit – such affordable luxury would be out of our price range anywhere else.”
Stella Burnell, Homely

“I fell in love with Redcliffe over 20 years ago, the first time coming over the bridge. I didn’t get the chance to move here until 10 years ago, and couldn’t be happier. I love the well-maintained foreshore, beautiful lagoon area, the restaurants, and the people.”
Linda Peters, Homely

“The Government has invested heavily into the Redcliffe peninsula and this has lead to rapid gentrification over the last decade. This has encouraged developers to build waterfront luxury apartments and small business owners to open up their cafes and restaurants.”
Richardj4, Homely

Moreton Bay Celebrates 25 Years of Whale Watching at Humpback Highway

Did you know that it’s been 25 years since humpback highway in Moreton Bay became a favourite tourist destination for whale watching? The region has recently re-opened this annual winter spectacular.

In early June 2021, Tourism Minister Stirling Hinchcliffe and State Member for Redcliffe Yvette D’Ath joined Moreton Bay Regional Council Mayor Peter Flannery aboard the MV Eye Spy, one of the vessels from Brisbane Whale Watching, to officially open this year’s whale watching season. The vessel took the officials around Moreton Bay for some sightseeing and to potentially spot a trail of humpback whales in the water.

Mr Hinchcliffe said that Brisbane Whale Watching, the only whale watching provider in the region, has been a shining example of resilience as Queensland rebuilds from the pandemic fallout.

“It was terrific to see Captain Kerry take the first booking of our Brisbane Holiday Dollars initiative and then benefit from a further 650 bookings, as part of the Palaszczuk Government’s Economic Recovery Plan,” the minister said.

Before the pandemic, humpback highway received over 1.5 million tourists a year both from international and interstate locations. With international borders still under restriction, Mr Hinchcliffe hopes that locals will take advantage of this opportunity to reconnect with the magnificence that happens in Moreton Bay every June to November.

On the other hand, Mayor Flannery said some 30,000-plus humpback whales are expected to turn out the coast.

“We’re hoping for one of our biggest whale watching seasons yet. Moreton Bay waters off Redcliffe are the home-run on the east coast humpback highway and the place to see these wonderful creatures at their playful and entertaining best,” the mayor said.

MV Eye Spy Captain Kerry Lopez said that the number of humpback whales has grown from 2,000 to 33,000 when they first started the tours in 1996.

“Seeing a whale on TV is nothing like the power of seeing these majestic animals in real life, we regularly get grown adults crying and saying it’s one of the best things they’ve seen in their life, it’s a real bucket list thing to do.”

Bookings are highly encouraged for the tours amidst COVID-safe circumstances. The tours depart from the Redcliffe Jetty.

Kaufland Plans to Open in Morayfield at Moreton Bay

Kaufland, a well-known German supermarket has announced its plan of opening a store in Morayfield at Moreton Bay.

Just last August 2019, Kaufland released its plan of expansion in Australia by opening up massive stores in Victoria and Queensland.

Kaufland is a leading grocery chain from Europe and also a subsidiary of the Schwarz Group—the world’s fourth largest retailer. But just like any other businesses, Kaufland had its humble beginnings when it first opened in Germany in 1984. Soon, Kafuland had grown and expanded across Europe by operating a total number of 1,300 stores with 150,000 employees.

And now, this German supermarket giant is already making its name known locally by submitting applications to build one-stop supermarkets at Moreton Bay, Toowoomba, and Gold Coast.

At Moreton Bay, Kaufland announced that they had already acquired the Morayfield Village Retail Centre, and that they have a clear view in transforming it into one of their stores.

There is still no final date of its opening, but the German supermarket is expected to be up and running by 2020.

Having Kaufland’s site be constructed right next to the Morayfield Regional Shopping Centre poses a stiff competition amongst other local retailers within the precinct.

It is without a doubt that Kaufland does not shy away from other market players who are already well-established in the area including Coles, Woolworths, Target, Kmart, Big W and Aldi.

What to Expect at Kaufland

A typical Kaufland store is around 4000 square metres. It will have its own butcher, bakery, and a variety of small businesses such as sushi bars and cafes.

Kaufland is also set on delivering competitive prices across all its food and non-food items. Local, regional and international products too will be available at the store.

In fact, Kaufland prides itself on being a one-stop-shop destination retailer that covers people’s everyday needs across all price categories.

Treat the Family to a Weekend-Long Celebration of Great Food and Wine in Redcliffe

A fun-filled Moreton Bay Food & Wine festival awaits at the Redcliffe Parade this 7th and 8th of September 2019.

Another food festival is coming to town this September, and it is definitely something you would not want to miss.

The Moreton Bay Food & Wine Festival is a weekend-long celebration filled with top-notch entertainment, cooking demonstrations, tastings, pop-up bars, dining precincts, celebrity chefs, workshops, huge fireworks display, and more.

With a number of food and drink related activities and precincts lined up at the festival, everyone’s appetite will surely feel satisfied.

Admission to the Moreton Bay Food & Wine Festival is free! There will also be both free and ticketed events happening at the event.

What to Expect?

Here are the programs and precincts lined up at the festival for you and your mates to enjoy:

Kindred Beach Teepee Bar + Stage

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Take off all your worries and laze off at the beach with a cool drink in hand whilst enjoying the sound of great live music.

Fireworks Spectacular

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A festival will not be complete without having an amazing set of fireworks display. Watch as the sky lights up with colours and sparkles on Saturday, 7th of September 2019 at exactly 8:00 p.m. For the best vantage point, head over to the Kindred Beach Teepee’s.

Seafood + Wine Deck

*Photo credit: Moreton Bay Food and Wine/ Facebook*

There is probably no other perfect pairing than a seafood dish and wine. Enjoy both delicacies offered at the Seafood + Wine Deck. Various seafood stalls and vendors as well as known wineries will be there.

The USC Seafood Cooking Stage will also be present at the Seafood + Wine Deck. Don’t miss out the cooking demonstrations happening there from two distinguished guest chefs—Matt Sinclair and Alastair McLeod.

Mon Komo Hotel Cabana Bar

Feel the tropical island vibe as you take a sip of Havana Good Time, the festival’s official cocktail prepared specially by the bartenders of the Mon Komo Hotel Cabana Bar. Apart from Havana Good Time, various cocktails will be served as well by this Cuban-inspired pop up bar that will make you feel as if you are transported to an island paradise all weekend long.

Craft Brews by the Bay

Quench your thirst at the Charlish Park for Craft Brews by the Bay. They will be serving a wide range of drinks from local, independent, and popular breweries.

Dessert Lane

There is always room for dessert—even after munching different snacks and meals at the festival. Treat yourself with ice cream, frozen yogurt, waffles, crepes, and more at the Dessert Lane. Don’t worry, no judgements will be given no matter how much dessert you take.

Sesame Lane Little Chefs Corner

Let your little ones have an amazing pizza making experience with the guidance of Sesame Lane’s expert chefs. The kids will surely enjoy picking out their own pizza toppings and decorating their own personalized pizza masterpieces.

The Courier Mail Local Tastes Pavilion

Enjoy a diverse set of exceptional local produce from both the bay and farms of Moreton Bay. This is the perfect time for you to stock up your pantry with your favourite homemade and homegrown goodies made by local artisans.

Festival Schedule

7 September 2019 (Saturday)	10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
8 September 2019 (Sunday)	10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

For inquiries and updates about the Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival, click here.

Check Out The Flock Eatery, Redcliffe’s Award-Winning All-Day Breakfast Cafe

Flock Eatery is an all-day breakfast cafe at Redcliffe that offers its customers a wholesome menu and an excellent farm-to-plate dining experience.

Since its opening in April of 2017, Flock Eatery has been making its name known not just within the Redcliffe neighbourhood but also within the entire Moreton Bay region.

What makes Flock Eatery special?

Compared to other established cafes, Flock Eatery deeply cares about the environment as much as they care about their customers’ needs. It is a cafe that strives for sustainability, low waste, and community building.

farmer — *Photo credit: Flock Eatery/ Facebook*

Putting more emphasis on sustainability and low waste, Flock Eatery’s kitchen compost items, namely fruit and vegetable scraps, coffee grinds, coffee cups, egg shells, and other organic waste are composted at LOOP.Growers farm in Samford.

These organic items help feed the worms at the farm, and the LOOP.Growers in return cycle back the material as fresh produce; hence making this entire cycle a ‘closed loop’ system.

In addition to the cafe’s sustainability belief, Flock Eatery also supports various local businesses. In fact, the cafe’s tableware came from a local potter- Redraku, whilst their coffee is roasted locally by Tim Adams.

Flock Eatery also works hand-in-hand with local farmers to ensure that the cafe receives the freshest seasonal local produce from the Moreton Bay Region. And since there is no middleman involved⁠—meaning the cafe has a direct trade relationship to the farmers⁠—the farmers themselves get to receive the money that they deserve.

Awards Received

With Flock Eatery’s drive and continuous practice for sustainability as well as its focus on having a sincere farm-to-plate dining style, it is no wonder that this Redcliffe cafe has landed numerous awards.

Flock Eatery Award — *Photo credit: Flock Eatery/ Facebook*

Here is a list of Flock Eatery’s awards over the last two years:

2018- Moreton Bay Regional Council Business of the Year Award
2018- Cleanaway Environment & Sustainability Excellence Award
2018- Finalist at the USC Young Entrepreneur Award- Geoff Abel
2017- Cleanaway Environment & Sustainability Excellence Award

Must-Try Dishes at Flock Eatery

Flock Eatery offers specialty coffee, all day breakfast , lunch and brunch dishes. The cafe caters to all dietary requirements too- having a selection of vegan, gluten free, and dairy free creations.

Here are some of the dishes you might want to try on your visit to Flock Eatery:

1. Farm Plate

Enjoy a delicious dish filled with locally produced items. Flock Eatery’s Farm Plate consists of pumpkin damper topped with bacon, fried egg, carrots, beets, radish, chard and herb sauce.

2. The Rueben

Looking for a meaty, cheesy, and saucy dish? Go and try Flock Eatery’s The Rueben. This dish is made up of corn beef, saurkraut, swiss cheese, russian dressing, thick cut rye bread.

3. The Flock Stack

The Flock Stack is one of Flock Eatery’s classic all-day breakfast dishes. It is one of those go-to dishes of the cafe regulars ever since Flock Eatery opened. This dish is comprised of potato rosti, bacon, haloumi, poached eggs,mushrooms, and salsa verde.

Opening Hours

Tuesday- Friday	7:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Saturday- Sunday	7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

To know the latest updates and deals offered at the Flock Eatery, click here.

Road Closures @ Redcliffe & Moreton Bay During the Jetty 2 Jetty Fun Run

There will be road closures on Sunday, 16th of July, at Redcliffe, Scarborough, and Woody Point. This is to give way to the “Jetty 2 Jetty Fun Run”.

Road Closures Schedule

Oxley Avenue (south of the Lilla Street, Woody Point roundabout)	4:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Entire Woodcliffe Crescent	4:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Entire Gayundah Esplanade	4:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Entire Whytcliffe Parade	4:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Entire Margate Parade	4:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Entire Marine Parade	5:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Entire Redcliffe Parade	5:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Entire Fortune Street, Scarborough	5:45 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Entire Second Avenue, Scarborough	5:45 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Northbound parking lane of the Reefpoint Esplanade, Scarborough	5:45 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

Jetty 2 Jetty Fun Run

The Jetty 2 Jetty Fun Run is Moreton Bay Region’s most popular race. The starting and finishing point is at Woody Point, Redcliffe. People of all ages and fitness levels are welcome to join the run. There are four race categories.

Half Marathon — 21.1 km

The Half Marathon scenic course will start at Belvedere Hotel next to the Woody Point Jetty and will follow the coastline to Scarborough before returning to the finishing line at the Woody Point Jetty. This race is good for athletes in practice for ages 18 years and over.

10 km Fun Run/Walk

The 10-km race is for ages 12 years and over. From the Belvedere Hotel, it will follow the coastline to the Redcliffe Jetty, before returning to the finishing point. It is a perfect course for people and competitors of all abilities.

5 km Fun Run/Walk

Children are allowed to enter this race. From the Belvedere Hotel, participants will progress 2.5 kilometres along the coastline before looping back to the finishing line.

3 km Fun Run/Walk

This race is open for all ages, perfect for family fun and fitness day. The course will start at the Belvedere Hotel and progress 1.5 kilometres along the Margate Parade, before returning to the finish.

Finishers of all the races will receive “Finishers Medallion” and “Finishers Certificate”. Online late registration is still open until 15th of July. View the fees here.

Visit their official website and Facebook page for updates.