Redcliffe redevelopment Archives

Suttons Beach Rotunda Relocation Signals Change for Redcliffe Foreshore

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The Sutton Beach rotunda, a long-standing fixture along Redcliffe’s shoreline, is being carefully moved further north. It’s a small but meaningful shift that marks the beginning of a broader transformation of the foreshore and how the community will experience it in the years ahead.

For many locals, the rotunda has been part of everyday life. Since it was built in 1998, it has sheltered beachgoers, hosted quiet catch-ups, and offered a familiar place to pause by the water.

Now, as work begins on a $19.5 million redevelopment, that same structure is being preserved and repositioned within Suttons Beach Park, just a short distance from its original location.

Construction on the Suttons Beach Pavilion project officially started after a sod-turn ceremony on 27 February 2026, with completion expected by mid-2027, weather permitting.

The move of the rotunda is one of the first noticeable changes on site. Rather than removing it altogether, planners have chosen to keep it as part of the new design. It maintains its function in the community while creating space for a more open and accessible beachfront. Once restored, it will continue to provide shaded seating, now set within a refreshed public area further north.

Beyond the rotunda, the foreshore is set to take on a new look. Plans include a new pavilion building, improved public facilities and better accessibility features such as toilets, showers and a Changing Places facility. There will also be elevated areas, including a rooftop space and a public viewing deck, giving visitors new vantage points across the bay.

Food and drink options are expected to become a bigger part of the area as well, with a mix of indoor and outdoor hospitality spaces planned. The exact businesses that will operate there are still to be confirmed through a tender process, but the goal is to create a lively yet community-focused destination.

Ground floor and top floor plans of the new Suttons Beach Pavilion
Photo Credit: City of Moreton Bay

Mayor Peter Flannery has said the project signals a return of the site as a place where people can gather, while also supporting jobs and local economic activity. The improvements will make the area more accessible and help strengthen tourism and small businesses.

Even as the area changes, parts of its history are being carried forward. Alongside the rotunda’s relocation, bricks from the original pavilion will be reused in the landscaping, keeping elements of the old site embedded in the new design.

The project is being delivered through the South East Queensland Liveability Fund under the SEQ City Deal. Of the total cost, $12.1 million is being funded by the state and federal governments, with the remaining $7.4 million coming from Council.

Published 18-March-2026

Redcliffe Hospital to Boost Security After Surge in Patient-Related Incidents

Redcliffe Hospital is increasing its frontline safety team after a rise in violent and abusive incidents, with more trained security staff and infrastructure upgrades now confirmed as part of a state-wide safety investment.

A Local Hospital Feeling the Strain

Redcliffe Hospital is set to receive more Healthcare Security Ambassadors under a $8.7 million Queensland Government safety plan. These specially trained staff focus on early communication and de-escalation to prevent violence in high-pressure areas like emergency departments. The hospital currently has 21 security officers and two ambassadors, with more roles to be added soon.

This move follows a rise in reported threats, assaults and abuse against hospital staff across Queensland, averaging over 50 incidents a day. The funding will also support new fixed duress alarms, CCTV upgrades and body-worn cameras. Officials say the improvements aim to protect both staff and patients through faster, more visible responses.

Redesigning for Safety and Access

Redcliffe Hospital’s safety upgrades are part of a larger redevelopment to expand services and increase bed capacity. Earlier plans drew concern for lacking secure after-hours access for staff, prompting a redesign.

Hospital leaders are now working with clinical teams to add safer entrances and include overlooked areas like transit lounges and training spaces. A new multi-storey car park is also under construction and will stay open during the build. These changes aim to better meet the practical needs of staff and patients as demand grows.

Expansion Part of Statewide Hospital Plan

Redcliffe Hospital’s redevelopment is part of Queensland’s wider Hospital Rescue Plan, which includes over 2,600 new beds, upgraded ambulance stations, and three new hospitals. Redcliffe is set to gain at least 210 more overnight beds, along with new maternity, endoscopy, and surgical facilities.

A recent review found key infrastructure was missing and costs were underestimated, pushing the budget from $1.1 billion to over $2 billion. The project’s timeline has been extended to around 2030 to allow for redesign and corrections. Officials say the revised plans will result in a safer, more functional hospital for the growing community.

Community Safety at the Centre

For people working at and visiting Redcliffe Hospital, the changes go beyond bricks and mortar, they’re about feeling safe and supported. New security staff, clearer layouts and upgraded systems aim to create a hospital that responds better in moments of stress. Community leaders say locals have long called for better access and a more visible safety presence.

The arrival of more Healthcare Security Ambassadors is already helping ease pressure on staff. While construction continues, these steps offer immediate improvements to the hospital experience.

Published 11-July-2025

Suttons Beach Pavilion Redevelopment Progresses in Redcliffe

Photo Credit: City of Moreton Bay

A major redevelopment project in Redcliffe is progressing under the City of Moreton Bay’s 2025–26 budget, with $14.5 million allocated to upgrade the Suttons Beach Pavilion.

Pavilion History and Project Origins

Suttons Beach Park has long served as a community hub on the Redcliffe foreshore. In late 2023, City of Moreton Bay initiated a national design competition to shape a new vision for the area. Lahznimmo Architects, in collaboration with Plummer & Smith, was selected to deliver a refreshed, accessible pavilion precinct, following demolition works and community consultation.

Redevelopment Scope and Funding

The redevelopment of the Suttons Beach Pavilion is backed by $14.5 million in funding spread across two years. The project includes multiple hospitality venues, public amenities, rooftop and event spaces, and improved accessibility throughout the site. The City of Moreton Bay is co-funding the project in partnership with the SEQ City Deal Liveability Fund. A development application was lodged in December 2024, and construction is scheduled to begin in late 2025.

City of Moreton Bay budget — *Photo Credit: City of Moreton Bay*

Infrastructure Rollout Includes Redcliffe Upgrades

While some allocations are city-wide, several infrastructure and service improvements include direct benefits to Redcliffe and surrounding Division 6 suburbs. Works planned for Redcliffe and surrounding suburbs cover a separated cycle path along the Woody Point foreshore, new shelter and amenity upgrades at Margate Beach Park, and seawall replacements at both Charlish Park and Crockatt Park. Drainage upgrades are also scheduled for the Cox Street catchment in Margate.

Project Timing and Contractors

Design development began in mid-2024 and remains ongoing, with refinements focused on structural elements, civil works, stormwater considerations and materials. Council called for tenders from food and beverage providers in May 2025. The tender process for the building contractor closed on 21 May 2025.

Suttons Beach Pavilion — *Photo Credit: City of Moreton Bay*

Funding Support and Broader Budget Context

The broader 2025–26 budget, adopted on 13 June 2025, marks Moreton Bay’s first $1 billion budget. The capital works program, valued near $400 million, supports population growth and infrastructure demands across the region. Redcliffe’s pavilion project is included in this rollout, with funding contributions from both council and external government programs, including the SEQ City Deal.

Next Steps

Progress continues on the Suttons Beach Pavilion redevelopment in Redcliffe, with design refinement underway and construction anticipated to begin in late 2025. The upgrade forms part of a wider effort to support growing coastal communities in Moreton Bay through infrastructure renewal and amenity enhancements.

Published 18-June-2025