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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
Building closed but show goes on
Mousetrap Theatre Company’s building may be closed for structural assessment, but the show continues to go on elsewhere while Moreton Bay Regional Council determines if the building can be repaired. Here’s the latest
Push to save Bribie’s WWII structures
Bribie Island Historical Society is spearheading a push to save three WWII structures on the island, one of which is deteriorating at rapid rate. It follows the demolition of two searchlight buildings earlier this month
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Mural project making mindfulness sparkle
An edible art installation at the Pine Rivers Heritage Museum is fuelling creativity and teaching people about mindfulness. Here's how to get involved...**FREE TO READ**
Remembering the Centaur 80 years on
As a documentary filmmaker that specialises in preserving war stories, North Lakes filmmaker Jeff Hughes wasn’t going to let the 80th anniversary of the sinking of the AHS Centaur pass by without any recognition. After a year of conducting interviews, Jeff will release his new documentary in May
Caboolture West suburb names revealed
The names of five new suburbs being created at Caboolture West which is projected to have 70,000 residents - have now been confirmed.
Remembering Ken Peters
The impact Ken Peters had on Redcliffe and Queensland will not be forgotten after History Redcliffe documented his contribution in consultation with his family. The long-time Queensland motorsport and photography identity passed away last month, aged 87 years, after a short illness
Deception Bay's date with history
Bicentennial celebrations should be in full swing at Deception Bay, according to some sources. But they are not. Here's why.
$8m plan to improve major river
Work is planned at nine sites in Kabi Kabi Country along the Caboolture River, to increase biodiversity and fish habitat while stabilising 2.4kms of eroding riverbank.
New plan for historic building
Plans have been submitted to incorporate part of an historic Redcliffe building in a new water-front development.
International Women's Day event helps Wamuran women's shed
The Wamuran Women's Shed was the winner at the North Lakes Sports Club's International Women's Day event. See the gallery...
It's official: Suttons Beach Pavilion to be rebuilt
The 600-page structural integrity report into the condition of Suttons Beach Pavilion has been released to the public. Here's what the future holds in our FREE to read article...
Rock carvings join heritage register
Two arrows and a “U” carved in rock at Sandstone Point have been entered in the Queensland Heritage Register.
