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Taking steps to improve men’s mental health

Men of all ages and backgrounds are invited to join the new Beachmere Man Walk, which has been designed to help strengthen communities, combat social isolation, and improve men's mental health. Find out more here **FREE TO READ**

Stage two of The Lakes College Aquatic Precinct begins
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Stage two of The Lakes College Aquatic Precinct begins

Construction of stage two of The Lakes College Aquatic Precinct is officially underway, with a ceremonial sod turning signalling the beginning of work on a learn-to-swim facility and grandstand which are expected to be completed by September. Here are the details

Researchers host breast cancer forum
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Researchers host breast cancer forum

The Metro North Health medical team that introduced new breast cancer treatment to Queensland, reducing six weeks of radiation therapy to less than thirty minutes, is hosting a free community forum in Redcliffe this week. Here’s the details

‘The gratification of giving outweighs any fears’

‘The gratification of giving outweighs any fears’

Royal Australian Navy Petty Officer Cassandra Duncan from Fleet Support Unit Australia faced her fears after being cleared to donate blood after major complications following a surgery in 2015. Here's the story

Richard’s Bolting to Borough
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Richard’s Bolting to Borough

When Richard Holt runs from Aspley to Maryborough later this month, he will push himself well outside his comfort zone. It’s exactly where he wants to be, mirroring the feelings of young people he’s trying to help through his charity Bolting Ahead. Here’s what he is doing and how you can back him

Photo gallery: Jetty 2 Jetty Fun Run 2023
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Photo gallery: Jetty 2 Jetty Fun Run 2023

About 5000 people took part in the Jetty 2 Jetty Fun Run on the Redcliffe Peninsula on July 16. Check out our photos from the event, which attracted competitors from 10 countries.

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Who’s Who in 22, Music & Arts: Sharon Alback Dance Centre
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Who’s Who in 22, Music & Arts: Sharon Alback Dance Centre

Sharon Alback Dance Centre celebrated 70 years in August, 2022, with shows featuring dancers from two years old through to the school’s senior ranks. Dance may have changed in those 70 years, but the mission to develop young dancers into nice people remains

Who’s Who in 22, Music & Arts: Dan Nebe
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Who’s Who in 22, Music & Arts: Dan Nebe

Passionate muso and Redcliffe peninsula local Dan Nebe has had a big 2022. He opened up Team Musicare’s headquarters at Clontarf, rebooted Rockin’ 4 the Homeless, continued to play with his band Team Utopia and tour with some of the biggest names in Aussie music

Who’s Who in 2022, Inspiring People: Jane McMillan
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Who’s Who in 2022, Inspiring People: Jane McMillan

Jane McMillan has been a champion of leukaemia patients in this region for 16 years – and has no intention of slowing down

Who’s Who in 2022, Inspiring People: Chris McMillan
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Who’s Who in 2022, Inspiring People: Chris McMillan

In 2022, Queensland Cancer Council Chief Executive Officer Chris McMillan urged women to start a conversation about ovarian cancer and get to know the symptoms, saying it might just save your life

Who’s Who in 2022, Community: Redcliffe Peninsula Surf Life Saving Club
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Who’s Who in 2022, Community: Redcliffe Peninsula Surf Life Saving Club

Redcliffe Peninsula Surf Life Saving Club’s youth programs were lauded at the Surf Life Saving Sunshine Coast Awards of Excellence for the second year in a row. The club continues to go from strength to strength, with more children than they can accommodate on a waitlist to join its Nippers program

Who’s Who in 2022, Community Groups: PCYC
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Who’s Who in 2022, Community Groups: PCYC

All three levels of government have shown their commitment to providing new and exciting facilities for Moreton Bay’s youth after pledging millions to build a new PCYC club at Caboolture, as well as renovating the PCYC at Redcliffe

Who’s Who in 2022, Community Groups: Men’s Sheds
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Who’s Who in 2022, Community Groups: Men’s Sheds

With many people feeling disconnected from their communities due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the region’s Men’s Sheds have provided a focus on men’s health and creating new friendships

Who’s Who in 2022, Community, John Dowling
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Who’s Who in 2022, Community, John Dowling

After being diagnosed with prostate cancer, John Dowling found solace joining the Moreton Bay Regional Prostate Cancer Support Group, where he turned his attention to raising money for cancer research and upgrades for the Redcliffe Hospital

Timely warning in Skin Cancer Action Week
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Timely warning in Skin Cancer Action Week

A Redcliffe grandfather is reminding people of the importance of sun protection and early intervention as part of Skin Cancer Action Week. Here's his story...

Join The Man Walk on International Men’s Day
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Join The Man Walk on International Men’s Day

The Man Walk Australia will celebrate International Men’s Day tomorrow, November 19, with seven marquee walks around Australia, including one at Redcliffe. Here’s the details