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Redcliffe To Host New Youth Housing Project For At-Risk Young People

Redcliffe set to welcome a new youth housing project aimed at helping young people aged 16 to 25 at risk of homelessness.

Early Design and Planning

The proposed Moreton Bay Youth Foyer will offer 40 self-contained apartments with 24/7 support, linking stable housing with education and employment opportunities to help young residents build independence.

*Photo Credit: City of Moreton Bay/Facebook*

The project is in the early design stage, with preliminary plans expected by the end of the year. The Queensland Government purchased the Redcliffe site in 2025 and appointed Brisbane-based Arkhefield to design the development. The foyer replaces earlier proposals in Mango Hill and beside Caboolture TAFE that are no longer proceeding.

Housing Model and Support

Residents will pay approximately 25 percent of their income in rent while participating in education, training, or work. The foyer will provide onsite support to help tenants maintain stable housing, access employment or study opportunities, and develop life skills.

The model follows the framework of eight youth foyers being delivered across Queensland under the state’s long-term housing plan.

Community Benefits

Local leaders emphasised the positive impact of the foyer on Redcliffe. The project will complement existing services, including the Peninsula Support Hub, The Breakfast Club, and The Salvation Army, creating a network of support for vulnerable young people.

The location provides easy access to public transport, local services, and TAFE facilities.

Next Steps and Considerations

No construction timeline has been announced. The government expects to release detailed preliminary designs before seeking planning approvals.

Community feedback and consultation will inform final plans, and eligibility criteria for young people will be confirmed closer to the development stage.

Published 13-October-2025

Scarborough Harbour First to Receive Upgrades for $3.9 Million

Scarborough Harbour will receive $3.9 million in immediate works as part of a $13.2 million Queensland program to upgrade eight state-owned boat harbours.

Announced in July, the program aims to accelerate planning and deliver early improvements across harbours at Scarborough, Manly, Urangan and Rosslyn Bay, with further stages to follow at Bowen, Mooloolaba, Snapper Creek and Cabbage Tree Creek.

The Department of Transport and Main Roads said the Scarborough allocation will fund priority infrastructure projects designed to improve safety, access and facilities at one of South East Queensland’s busiest recreational harbours. Planning work will commence immediately prior to construction.

The Scarborough investment forms part of a long-term planning process. The Scarborough Harbour master plan sets a 25-year vision for the site, balancing marine industry needs with opportunities for tourism, recreation and public use.

Local residents have raised concerns about congestion at the boat ramp and the need for upgraded amenities, issues the government says will be considered in the staged works. Businesses near the foreshore are also expected to benefit from improved access and increased visitation.

The Boating Industry Association welcomed the program, saying investment in harbours like Scarborough would support the state’s growing recreational boating community and tourism economy.

The government has not released a timeline for the Scarborough works but confirmed the project will be delivered in stages under the master planning framework.

Making Queensland Safer Bill Aims to Protect Redcliffe Residents

Residents of Redcliffe are set to see a significant crackdown on youth crime as the Queensland Government introduces a new bill enforcing adult penalties on juvenile offenders who commit serious crimes.

Introduction of the Making Queensland Safer Bill

On 28 November 2024, the Queensland Government introduced the Making Queensland Safer Bill 2024 to Parliament. This landmark legislation aims to restore community safety by imposing stricter penalties on young offenders, addressing the youth crime crisis affecting areas like Redcliffe.

Key Provisions of the Bill

The bill proposes that juveniles committing serious offences will face the same penalties as adults. This includes mandatory life detention for crimes such as murder, with a non-parole period of 20 years. Offences covered under the “Adult Crime, Adult Time” policy include:

Murder
Manslaughter
Grievous bodily harm
Wounding
Serious assault
Home and business break-ins and robbery
Dangerous operation of vehicles

Prioritising Victims’ Rights

A significant change in the legislation is the removal of the principle of “Detention as a Last Resort” from the Youth Justice Act 1992. This shift prioritises community safety over offender leniency. Courts will now consider an offender’s full criminal history during sentencing, including juvenile records from the past five years. The rights of victims will be placed ahead of the rights of offenders, ensuring that justice is served more effectively.

Making Queensland Safer Bill — *Photo Credit: QPS*

Impact on Redcliffe Community

Member for Redcliffe, Kerri-Anne Dooley, expressed strong support for the new laws, highlighting their importance to the local community. She noted that during the election campaign, many residents shared their fears about the rising youth crime in Redcliffe. Ms Dooley believes that the legislation will hold serious young offenders accountable and provide courts with greater ability to impose sentences that keep them off the streets.

Next Steps for the Bill

The Making Queensland Safer Bill will be reviewed by a committee before being debated in Parliament in December. The government expects the bill to be enacted before the end of 2024, aiming to enhance safety and restore confidence across communities like Redcliffe.

Published 29-Nov-2024