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Volume 44: Olympic volunteer push | Council's services and facility hours announcement | Local Little Athletics National representatives and heaps more!
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In today's email:
One Big Thing: Community clubs the key to Games volunteers
Mould found at: Redland Performing Arts Centre
Redlands Juniors: bound for Nationals
Trending: Dispose of batteries correctly to protect people, workers, and the environment.
Around the Web (Snippets): Katy Perry mocked after space mission, Formula 1's Le Mans challenge, Genesis targets Le Mans and heaps more
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1. One Big Thing: Community clubs the key to Games volunteers
What’s Happening: Twelve Redland-based community clubs have joined a state-wide initiative to help reverse Queensland’s volunteer decline and support the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Why It Matters: With volunteer numbers dropping across Queensland, the decentralised nature of the 2032 Games means local support from across the state—including Redlands—is critical to its success.
By the Numbers
12 Redland clubs involved in the pledge
Clubs Queensland represents 1290 clubs and 4.1 million memberships
These clubs contribute over $549 million to communities annually
Olympics, But Make It Local: With the 2032 Games spanning multiple regions, this decentralised model highlights the need for hyper-local volunteer coordination—and Redland’s community clubs are ready.
What To Look For Next: More at the full article below👇
2. Mould found at Redland Performing Arts Centre
Redland City Council has confirmed that mould-contaminated chairs were found in the public concert hall of the Redland Performing Arts Centre, following earlier reports that mould was limited to staff-only areas.
The contamination, linked to water damage from ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, has prompted the removal of the affected seating and a full remediation effort.
Although the incident is not classified as a notifiable workplace safety case, council has paused events for 20 days and relocated staff as a precaution. Specialist contractors are now assessing the spread and type of mould while air filters remain in place across the venue.
3. Redlands Juniors bound for Nationals
What’s Happening: Redlands athletes Leo Ramsay and Saxon Cranefield will represent Queensland at the 2025 Coles Australian Little Athletics Championships, 26–27 April in Adelaide.
Why It Matters: This national event showcases top U13–U15 athletes, blending sport with life skills like teamwork and resilience.
By the Numbers:
500+ athletes to compete
Inclusive Multi-Class events
90+ Hall of Fame inductees since 2009
Local Impact: Leo and Saxon’s selection highlights the strength of Redlands clubs like Capalaba, Redlands and Cleveland in building athletic talent.
From Start Line to Spotlight: Past Little Athletes have become Olympians, footy stars and media personalities — these local kids could be next.
What The People Say: “This is the pinnacle event,” says Coles Little Athletics CEO Myles Foreman.
4. Trending
❎🪫Dispose of batteries correctly to protect people, workers, and the environment.
5. Around The Web (Snippets)
Redland City Council has announced: changes to services and facility hours over the Easter,Anzac Day and Labour Day public holidays.
Formula 1 put on notice with: Genesis' LMDh Hypercar announcement set to take on Le Mans in 2026
The Coalition’s $20B Regional Australia Future Fund: will make the Bay Islands eligible for key regional investments.
Multiple complaints have been made against the ABC, including by the Australian War Memorial, after it: Admitted to editing footage to imply construction noise intentionally disrupted a Last Post ceremony — the second time in just months they’ve been caught including misleading audio
Andrew Cavell has resigned: as General Manager of Redlands United FC for personal reasons.
Redland City Council has outlined eight key priorities: in its 2025 Federal Election advocacy document, seeking support from incoming candidates.
Katy Perry and friends have been brutally: Mocked after cringeworthy acts following an 11-minute space mission
Logan police charged two people: after seizing a large quantity of drugs in a trafficking investigation.
The Trump administration is considering new: Restrictions on the Chinese AI lab DeepSeek that would limit it from buying Nvidia’s AI chips, and potentially bar Americans from accessing its AI services
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6. Upcoming Events
🐣 Easter Chick Hunt: April 18, 10am–2pm, Redland Museum, Participate in a fun-filled Easter chick hunt for children at the Redland Museum.
🎨 Coochiemudlo Easter Art Exhibition: April 19–20, 9am–4pm, Elizabeth Street, Coochiemudlo Island, Explore local artworks and meet artists at this annual exhibition on Coochiemudlo Island.
🎶 Easter on the Lawn at Sirromet: April 20, 11am–3pm, Sirromet Winery, Mount Cotton, Celebrate Easter with live music, food stalls, and activities on the picturesque lawns of Sirromet Winery.
🫖 Release Your Goddess Pottery Workshop: April 20, 9:30am–12pm, The Studio, Unit 11, 7-9 Grant St, Cleveland, Participate in a creative pottery workshop designed to inspire and empower.
🧁 Bee-Themed Cupcake Decorating Class: April 24, 6:30pm–8:30pm, Cordie's Cake Supplies, Capalaba, Learn to decorate cupcakes with bee-themed designs in this fun and interactive class.