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SUTTONS BEACH PAVILION DESIGN COMPETITION UNVEILS EXPERT JURY - A STEP TOWARDS REDEFINING ICONIC SEASIDE HUB 

City of Moreton Bay Mayor, Peter Flannery, has unveiled the jury for the Suttons Beach Pavilion architectural design competition. Comprising experts like Amy Degenhart, President of the Australian Institute of Architects (Queensland chapter), and Leah Lang, Queensland Government Architect, the jury will assess and shortlist architects for the next stage. Mayor Flannery said he was excited about revitalising Suttons Beach and expects a competition winner by mid-2024. The competition aims to transform the iconic destination, with jury members emphasising the project’s potential to bring new life to Redcliffe’s cherished seaside area. The initiative aligns with the long-term vision of City of Moreton Bay and encourages architects nationwide to contribute innovative ideas. The shortlist will be decided in February. For further details, visit Your Say Moreton Bay’s Suttons Beach Public Space Project webpage.

MONTHLY MEETUPS WITH HISTORY REDCLIFFE - UNCOVER LOCAL STORIES AND ENJOY ENGAGING SPEAKERS

Join History Redcliffe and fellow history enthusiasts in exploring the fascinating past of the area. Meetings are held on the first Friday of each month at 2pm in the Redcliffe Library meeting rooms (476 Oxley Avenue, Redcliffe). You’re welcome to attend even if you’re not a member. Each session features an engaging guest speaker, and afterwards, participants can enjoy afternoon tea for a $2 donation. The upcoming meeting on Friday, 1 March features Lynne Hooper from the Bribie Island Historical Society discussing Sarah Ball, a Brisbane entrepreneur who built a fish cannery on Bribie Island in 1908. Visit historyredcliffe.com.au for more details.

CELEBRATE INTERNATIONAL DAY OF HAPPINESS WITH LAUGHTER YOGA

Celebrate the International Day of Happiness on Wednesday, 20 March by boosting your joy with Laughter Yoga! This lively session, featuring clapping, gentle stretches, playful movement, belly laughter, and yogic breathwork, is a highlight of Council’s Healthy & Active Moreton weekly program, running throughout school terms and held in the refreshing outdoors of Quota Park. Sessions are run by Queensland’s lead trainer, HeatherJoy Campbell from The Happydemic and cost just $4 a class. For more information contact HeatherJoy on 0412 742 593 or email laughteryogaqld@gmail.com

BONDING BLISS: FREE MUMS AND BUBS YOGA CLASS AT ROTHWELL COMMUNITY HALL

Enjoy a 45-minute yoga class with your baby, fostering a bond in a safe, inclusive environment alongside other mothers. The class is part of Council’s Healthy and Active Moreton program, which offers diverse, free, and low-cost activities for all ages and fitness levels. Sessions take place on Thursday, 7 March and Thursday, 14 March from 9am to 9.45am at Rothwell Community Hall. Contact Sadhana on 0466 266 837 or Sadhana.org.au@gmail.com for details.

MORETON BAY SECURES $45.5M BOOST FOR TRANSFORMATIVE INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS

City of Moreton Bay has secured $45.53 million in funding for key infrastructure and lifestyle projects through the SEQ City Deal Liveability Fund, a collaborative effort with State and Federal Governments. Initiatives include Suttons Beach Pavilion Development, Centenary Lakes Regional Playground, Centenary Lakes Activation, Bongaree to Woorim Transport Network, and The Mill Lakes Precinct. Mayor Peter Flannery highlighted the positive impacts on residents and city growth. Projects aim to enhance liveability and align with the broader $1.8 billion SEQ City Deal. Federal Minister Catherine King and Queensland Minister Grace Grace expressed commitment to community improvement, especially for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

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