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In today’s email
One Big Thing: Resurrecting a cultural gem in Wynnum
Redlands Coast unites: For NAIDOC cultural festivities
Funding approval for: More community batteries
Trending: Skipping property fees
Around the Web (Snippets): New controversial parking fines for North Straddie start this weekend, Booktopia goes broke, the Ormiston Redbacks crowned champions, a super-fast-growing new social media platform and more!
Councillors’ Corner
Upcoming Events
Redlands Weather Forecast and Tides
Live National Housing Price Index
1. One Big Thing: Resurrecting a cultural gem
What’s Happening
Wynnum Fringe has launched a campaign to restore the Augathella Spiegeltent, aiming to raise $500,000 to relocate and revive this historic venue from Augathella to Brisbane’s eastern suburb.
Why It Matters
The Augathella Spiegeltent, commissioned in 2008 for Queensland’s 150th anniversary, blends Belgian design with an Australian shearing shed aesthetic.
By the Numbers
$500,000 is needed to relocate and restore the Spiegeltent
$89,000 has been raised so far
The 800km journey from Augathella to Brisbane started on July 3rd
Local Impact
Since 2020, Wynnum Fringe has employed over 2,500 creative workers and added $3 million to the local economy.
The Spiegeltent revival aims to establish a world-class venue in Brisbane.
What The People Say
Founder of Wynnum Fringe Tom Oliver: “This project will provide a much-needed platform to nurture emerging talent, bring communities together, and create year-round jobs for creative workers.”
Mayor of Murweh Shire Council, Cr Shaun Radnedge: “We are extremely proud to partner with Wynnum Fringe to honour Queensland’s history and immortalise one of our great regional towns.”
What To Look For Next
Find out how you can secure your name on the Spiegeltent floorboards in the link below to the full article.
2. NAIDOC Week Kicks Off on Redlands Coast
By Marianne Zander
What’s Happening
Redlands Coast will launch into festivities for NAIDOC Week this weekend, starting with a cultural celebration on Sunday, July 7th, at Raby Bay Harbour Park in Cleveland from 9 am to 2 pm.
Why It Matters
NAIDOC Week this year will run from July 7th to 14th and aims to celebrate First Nations culture and history.
The Quandamooka People, Traditional Custodians of Redlands Coast, have lived on North Stradbroke Island and its surrounding areas for around 21,000 years.
Event Highlights
The celebrations will include a traditional smoking ceremony, cultural demonstrations, weaving workshops, and activities for children.
Performers include Adam James, Georgia Corowa, Yulu-Burri-Ba dancers, and Suga Cane Mamas.
What The People Say
Mayor Jos Mitchell emphasised the importance of honouring First Nations culture and history, inviting the community to join the free event showcasing Quandamooka music and dancing.
What To Look For Next
The full article by Marianne and the entertainment line-up, at the link below.
3. Funding approval for more community batteries
What’s Happening
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has approved funding for 370 community batteries under the Community Batteries for Household Solar Program, increasing from the initial 342 due to strong interest.
Why It Matters
This $143 million investment will help to build infrastructure that will help store excess solar energy for household use during peak times.
By the Numbers
370 batteries: Now approved for installation
100,000 households: Are expected to benefit from the $143 million program
$359 million: Is the anticipated investment in renewable energy that the program will unlock
Local Impact
Up to 100,000 households will benefit from lower electricity bills, reduced grid pressure, reduced emissions, and improved renewable energy infrastructure.
What To Look For Next
A list of the successful applicants and the locations of the community batteries👇
4. Trending
A way to sell your property and skip the fees?
4. Around The Web (Snippets)
New North Straddie parking fines at the barge are: Controversially and unfortunately coming into effect July 8
Get a first look at Gladiator 2: Due to hit screens November 22
Broadway hits the bayside: with A Chorus Line in Wynnum
Australia’s largest online book retailer: Booktopia, just entered administration
The Ormiston College Redbacks: were crowned Champion School for Trimester 2
Fizz, the anonymous social media platform for: Buying and selling, is blowing up in the US and now operating in over 240 campuses across the country
Here’s a list of epic hinterland winter escapes: For you to visit, including a list of the top pubs
Amazon wants to sense when you’re home, filing a: Patent application for “presence detection with dynamic radar operating modes” for its smart home devices.
Ozzy Osbourne warns kids not to: Snort Liquid Death👇
5. Councillors’ Corner
Div 2 | Cleveland, North Stradbroke Island | Cr Peter Mitchell
6. Upcoming Events
📚The Gruffalo's Child: July 5, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM; If you loved The Gruffalo, don't miss the sequel, which returns following previous sell-out Australian tours at QUT Gardens Theatre
🔊Sneaky Sound System: July 5, 8:00 PM; With chart-topping hits such as UFO, Pictures and I Love It, this iconic Australian duo are sure to bring the party at Cleveland
🎣Wellington Point Fishing Lesson for all ages: July 6, 8:00 AM; A fishing Lesson for all ages at Wellington Point Recreation Reserve
🪝KRANK - Fishing by the River: July 6, 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM; Learn the basics of fishing, including how to tie fishing knots, bait hooks, cast a fishing rod and learn plenty of tips to make your next fishing trip a successful one at Tygum Park
👨🏻👩🏻👦🏻👦🏻Village Family Fun Day And Market: July 6, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM; There will be some 1800s live demonstrations, including our blacksmith, the old washer woman, our 1800s school teacher, our old fire truck, print museum, old-fashioned kids games, face painting, farm animals and MUCH more at Beenleigh Historical Village & Museum
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