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Remembering Redcliffe’s first Olympian
Redcliffe’s first Olympian was middleweight boxer Graham Higham, who fought at the 1948 Olympic Games in London. Here's what we know about him
Old nurses' quarters more than just a building
The former nurses’ quarters building at Redcliffe Hospital is a place where memories were made and friendships forged for student nurses who lived there. The building, now known as West Block, is earmarked for demolition in mid-2024. Three nurses who still work at the hospital share their memories
A new sculpture that pays tribute to Bongaree, the first known Aboriginal person to circumnavigate Australia and contribute to the mapping of the Australian coastline, has been unveiled outside the Bribie Island Seaside Museum **FREE TO READ**
Preserving Burpengary station’s history
When work begins on the $53 million Burpengary train station upgrade in January 2024, one integral part of the station’s history will be retained – a concrete shelter shed which was built more than 100 years ago. Here's the story
Suttons Beach Pavilion demolition a step closer
Moreton Bay City Council is expected to award a tender for the demolition of Suttons Beach Pavilion at its general meeting tomorrow, with work tipped to start within weeks. Here’s what we know
Sharing history through pictures
A growing interest in local history has prompted Duane Hart to publish his second book, The Pictorial History of Redcliffe and the Moreton Bay Region. It includes aerial photos, maps, streetscapes and a record of life from the 1950s-80s
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Remembering Redcliffe’s first Olympian
Redcliffe’s first Olympian was middleweight boxer Graham Higham, who fought at the 1948 Olympic Games in London. Here's what we know about him
Sandrine’s family still searching for answers
Twelve years after Sandrine Jourdan was last seen at a Caboolture property, her family remains determined to find the truth about what happened to her. Can you help?
The Redcliffe Peninsula skyline will be dotted with not one, but two Ferris wheels as the Redcliffe Show opens next week and a new attraction at Woody Point puts locals and visitors in a spin. Is it a first for the Peninsula?
First of many Redcliffe apartment blocks to come
Apartments are a feature of the Redcliffe Peninsula skyline today, but in 1966 there was plenty of interest in the first block of home units.
EXCLUSIVE: New home tipped for Commonwealth Games mascot
Moreton Bay could soon be home to another Queensland cultural icon, with plans to bring beloved 1982 Commonwealth Games mascot Matilda to the city. **FREE TO READ**
Dr Peter Marendy, a lifetime of service
Dr Peter Charles Marendy will be remembered as a man who dedicated his life to serving and helping others – his church, patients, the medical profession and the local community. The much-loved long-time GP died on May 8, aged 91 years.
Old nurses' quarters more than just a building
The former nurses’ quarters building at Redcliffe Hospital is a place where memories were made and friendships forged for student nurses who lived there. The building, now known as West Block, is earmarked for demolition in mid-2024. Three nurses who still work at the hospital share their memories
Vale Peter Houston
Former Redcliffe City Council Deputy Mayor Peter Houston is being remembered as someone who served his community through passionate advocacy in local government and exceptional dentistry. Dr Houston, who died earlier this month, will be farewelled next week.
A new sculpture that pays tribute to Bongaree, the first known Aboriginal person to circumnavigate Australia and contribute to the mapping of the Australian coastline, has been unveiled outside the Bribie Island Seaside Museum **FREE TO READ**
Burpengary train station upgrade begins
A ceremonial sod turning at Burpengary train station has signalled the start of a major upgrade, the biggest since it was built 135 years ago. Here’s the details and when the station will be closed
