Redcliffe jetty history books

The houghton highway bridge and hornibrook fishing pier. It serves as the central business district for the redcliffe peninsula and its surrounding suburbs. Redcliffe is now part of moreton regional council and with many beaches an attractive place to live in greater brisbane. Lieutenant cook mentioned this area on his 1770 voyage, but it was matthew flinders in 1799, who spent more time exploring the area and naming it red cliff point, after the red soil exposed in. When making your way directly to the redcliffe jetty, the best option for parking is captain cook car park which is located approximately 100 200 meters north of the redcliffe jetty corner of redcliffe parade and klinger road. The redcliffe historical society members margaret harding, ian harding and pat gee pictured with book then and now.

Stroll out onto redcliffe jetty to take in views of the oceanfronting city and check out the yachts in the moorings. The exhibition tells the story of redcliffe over the past 100 years, taking a look back at the history of redcliffe parade from the moreton bay hotel, north to the coles. Redcliffe jetty to woody point 10 km out and back including. Reminisce about the heyday of seaside holidays and marvel at the vision and hard work needed to make the peninsula what it is today.

Being a local i go to the redcliffe jetty markets most weeks. Historical redcliffe comes to life 0 local history buffs rejoice. A 1918 penorama photo of redcliffe queensland restored and colourised by duane hart the photo restoration studio redcliffe the pictorial history of redcliffe book is available to view and. Come for the farm fresh produce but stay for the great food, farm fresh produce, arts and crafts, gifts, food and more at the beachfront redliffe jetty markets every sunday morning in brisbane. But she couldnt know just how familiar that part of moreton bay is to me. Redcliffe jetty has been a work in progress since 1885. Duane hart from the photo restoration studio in redcliffe has spent many painstaking hours compiling, editing and restoring historic photos from the redcliffe region into an aweinspiring book entitled. Fundraising trivia night to raise money for charlotte kimber, who has cystic fibrosis doors open 5. The exhibition tells the story of redcliffe over the past 100 years, taking a look back at the history of redcliffe parade from the moreton bay hotel, north to the coles car park, using historical photographs, displays and interviews.

On sundays, the redcliffe markets take place along redcliffe parade and in recent years have been a significant event for local businesses with crowds of thousands taking part. Historical redcliffe comes to life article redcliffe qld. Redcliffe lagoon 2020 all you need to know before you go. Best to go beforehand as there are no toilets on the jetty. Redcliffe remained isolated until 1935 when the hornibrook highway which stretched 2. Book your tickets online for redcliffe central visitor information centre, redcliffe. Significant events in bribie islands history 1912 may passengers landed for the first time at the new bribie jetty from steamship koopa. In fact, after coming back from photographing a wedding fiji, i dont think you can see enough of them. The story became ember island, the book i worked on over the summer. It approximately 28 kilometres 17 mi northnortheast of the brisbane cbd. Nov 02, 2014 we are at redcliffe, to do some fishing. The near the jetty exhibition at the redcliffe museum began today and is well worth heading along to take a look at redcliffes history. Cactus jacks, bikini beach cafe, the coffee club, the rustic olive and hogs breath cafe are.

For the best north of brisbane skydiving experience book a freefalling. The koopa delivered its first passengers to the redcliffe jetty in 1911 and continued. The redcliffe peninsula was occupied by the indigenous ningy ningy people. When i was a kid, there was an old jetty here with a roller skating rink on the foreshore. The brig amity set sail for redcliffe from sydney on september 1, 1824 carrying settlement commandant lieutenant miller, explorer john oxley, a crew and convicts. Redcliffe jetty redcliffe visit moreton bay region. The redcliffe peninsula is a peninsula in the northeastern suburbs of the brisbane. Redcliffe, queenslands first settlement city, has a rich and varied history. In those days, brisbane residents who wanted to visit the popular seaside resort either had to embark on a fourhour coach ride or a two to threehour journey by sea. Redcliffe was the site of the first european settlement in queensland. Mavis filmer took over running of the filmers palace hotel from 1964 to 2002, and so is a vital part of history in redcliffe. Local history collections at the redcliffe library state library of. Redcliffe library is located near the redcliffe jetty and central business district. The redcliffe jetty was first built in 1885 as the gateway to moreton bay and a place to dock for those arriving into redcliffe by sea.

Woody point jetty redcliffe 2020 all you need to know. Redcliffe district history moreton bay regional libraries. The 12storey building was finished in 2010 and is another step in the regions diverse history. Local history collections at the redcliffe library state. Species likely to be encountered here include black bream, flathead, mulloway, yellowtail grunter. I definately think the new palm trees are a great addition. Redcliffe museum central to any understanding of the peninsula and its history is a visit to redcliffe museum which is located at 75 anzac avenue, south of redcliffe point, in the former sacred heart memorial church building. A famous landmark of the moreton bay region, redcliffe jetty has been around for more than a century, offering its visitors a scenic walk into the ocean with an. The redcliffe jetty markets is a lovely sunday market that the whole family will enjoy. The jetty, together with redcliffe s settlement cove lagoon.

Redcliffe jetty markets redcliffe parade, redcliffe, queensland 4020 rated 4. Request this item to view in the librarys reading rooms using your. The redcliffe jetty of the 1950s, which had a penny arcade in the middle, was a haunt of the bee gees and was mentioned by barry in a recollection that he wrote of his childhood in the area that is on display at the excellent redcliffe museum, located up on anzac avenue and which is also well worth a visit. Halloween isnt that far away and we want to know about any spooky events or places happening in the redcliffe peninsula area. The redcliffe jetty has been considered the heart of the peninsula ever since boats. There has been a jetty on this site since the days of redcliffe being a 19th century seaside holiday hotspot and the one that extends out to sea today from the 1930s bathing pavilion is the 3rd one to have been built, in 1995. The jetty was only approachable at certain times of the tides since the water was too shallow for most boats to land their passengers.

Through triumph and tragedy, the peninsula has etched its story in the history books and evolved to become the vibrant province it is today. The redcliffe jetty history visit moreton bay region. The redcliffe peninsula is a peninsula in the northeastern suburbs of the brisbane metropolitan area in queensland, australia. The form of one of the awards, made by redcliffe trophies, is a cute 3 meerkats trophy. The original, which was completed in 1885, was closed to the public. The redcliffe jetty has been around since 1885 but extensions, renovations and replacements mean its currently in its third incarnation, with this jetty having been finished in 1999. Limited parking for this jetty, which is just beside the tonkin hwy bridge. The redcliffe region has a population of approximately 50,000 people and is located 35 minutes north of queenslands capital city, brisbane. We managed to get an actual picture of moreton bay, the publisher told me excitedly. Woody point jetty and moreton bay at woody point redcliffepeninsulaqueensland suburbmap. The area covers the suburbs of clontarf, kipparing, margate, newport, redcliffe, rothwell, scarborough and woody point redcliffe peninsula is home to over 55,000 residents over its total area of 38. Photo about this is the redcliffe jetty in the main street of redcliffe queensland australia. Redcliffe peninsula history launch new book then and now. The first redcliffe jetty built in 1885 has become an iconic symbol of redcliffe.

Redcliffe remained deserted until around 1860 and by 1880 redcliffe had gained a reputation as a popular seaside resort. Aboriginals have called this place home for thousands of years, with the local seafood and plantlife keeping them well fed. Before european settlement in 1824, the area now known as redcliffe was inhabited by aborigines who took full advantage of the foods that could be easily found in and around its waters. History redcliffe members meet at 2pm on the second friday of every month. The original redcliffe jetty was the second pier to be built along the peninsula with the construction of woody point jetty over bramble bay preceding it in 1881. Clontarf redcliffe brisbane walks must do brisbane. Prior to european settlement the area around redcliffe was occupied. I recently spent a very informative day with pat gee, the local history librarian at redcliffe library. The redcliffe jetty, queensland, australia, june 20. Files are available under licenses specified on their description page. The area covers the suburbs of clontarf, kipparing, margate, newport, redcliffe, rothwell, scarborough and woody point redcliffe was the site of the first european settlement in queensland.

All structured data from the file and property namespaces is available under the creative commons cc0 license. This seaside walk of around km 45hrs return starts at the southern tip of the redcliffe peninsula and takes in a pelican beach, jetty, 19th century shipwreck, headland views and english style beaches as well as passing by a hotel where the bee gees performed as children on its way to redcliffes town centre. The redcliffe jetty has been considered the heart of the redcliffe peninsula ever since boats carrying holidaymakers started arriving in the late 1800s. Celebrate the evolution of redcliffe peninsulas character, identity and discover its significance in australian history. Redcliffe, situated on the edge of moreton bay, was considered to be the best location for a new northern penal settlement. Running route in redcliffe, esplanade, australia, created on 03142010. Redcliffe peninsula is a former municipality northnortheast of brisbane, the state capital of queensland, australia. Cominos arcade is a heritagelisted shopping arcade at 37 redcliffe parade, redcliffe, moreton bay region, queensland, australia.

You can often see the family selling beautiful trinkets that represent the dugongs plight, on a stall on redcliffe parade. The museum is a fabulous place to explore the rich history and culture through interaction, exhibition and exciting displays. The first 1885 incarnation of the jetty was 700 feet long. The nearest toilets are located across the street and a few hundred meters from the jetty. Jettie woodruff has 36 books on goodreads with 59280 ratings. Woody point jetty and moreton bay at woody point redcliffepeninsulaqueenslandsuburbmap. Redcliffe jetty visitor information centre for things to. Here are a couple of photographs of the jetty from 1906 firstly an image taken from the esplanade looking over the jetty, and below that is a picture taken from the jetty looking back at the redcliffe shore. It was added to the queensland heritage register on 6 march 2009. Always love walking out on jetties to look at the sea but also the view back to the land.

There has been a jetty on this site since the days of redcliffe being a 19th century seaside holiday hotspot. The pictorial history of redcliffe book movie duration. Whether it be wining and dining, galleries, live theatre, picnics, boating, swimming, cycling, skydiving, fishing, scuba diving, windsurfing and other aquatic activities redcliffe s got it covered. Redcliffe jetty redcliffe there has been a jetty on this site since the days of redcliffe being a 19th century seaside holiday hotspot and the one that extends out to sea today from the 1930s bathing pavilion is the 3rd one to have been built, in 1995. Moreton history redcliffe will launch its first account of the regions past. The health and safety of our members, friends and the the wider community must be safeguarded and, as such, the april general meeting and the redcliffe cemetery walk will not proceed. The book and the web site reflect the unique social and cultural history of. History redcliffe has commissioned ten solid silver medallions to be released, one per annum, in the lead up to the 200th anniversary of the first european settlement at redcliffe in moreton bay. Whether you choose to walk or run, the jetty 2 jetty fun run is an event for all ages and levels. If you know of something worth listing in our halloween edition, please let us know. A stroll along the redcliffe jetty brisbane weekendnotes. Expect this part of the journey to take approximately 10 mins before reaching redcliffe parade eyespy will be seen sitting at the end of a long jetty redcliffe jetty other info you may need. The redcliffe jetty was first built in 1885 as the gateway to moreton. The library is colocated with the redcliffe art gallery and special needs toy library.

Aside from smaller events, in september each year, redcliffe celebrates its history as queenslands first european settlement location with the redcliffe festival event. Redcliffe is situated in the east northeast of the redcliffe peninsula on the western shore of the moreton bay. On sundays, the jetty markets take place along redcliffe parade and in recent years have been a significant event for local businesses with crowds of thousands taking part. As the first european settlement in queensland in 1824, redcliffe has a long history in the morton bay region. Preeces at the jetty, redcliffe updated 2020 restaurant. Win friends and influence people by humming stayin alive as you strut up and down redcliffe pde. Run every sunday morning, you will see the usual market fare along with some fresh tasty food. Cool off in redcliffe s settlement cove lagoon walk along one of our fabulous bayside beaches at suttons, margate, or scarborough beach check out the redcliffe museum.

Paul getty, and his view that art is a civilizing influence in society. I looked down at the islands, and a story idea came to me. In 1882 a jetty was erected at woody point to receive steamers from. Imagine my surprise and delight when they sent me the cover and the jetty on the front is actually redcliffe jetty. Whether you are a serious runner after a challenge or simply want to set yourself a fitness goal in 2016, teh 30th annual jetty 2 jetty fun run j2j is the perfect event for you. North lakes redcliffe region 7th ed 201617 jetty to jetty run. Apr 17, 2012 in 1889 the jetty was extended to 700 feet. Redcliffe jetty to woody point 10 km out and back including to end and back of redcliffe jetty on re. Book a place on a charter catamaran to cruise out to nearby moreton bay and see humpback whales breaching and playing during the migrating season while you enjoy a buffet lunch.

Redcliffe markets 2020 all you need to know before you. The cafes along redcliffe parade, with views of the water and the redcliffe jetty and esplanade, have really come alive recently. Throughout his adult life, he took greater and greater steps to make art available for the publics education and enjoyment. Fast forward 70 years and the marines have gone, as has the rollerdrome, and in place of the naval base is redcliffe s finest luxury apartments. Redcliffe jetty is one of the moreton bay regions most identifiable landmarks, becoming an iconic part of redcliffe peninsulas landscape since its construction in 1885. Up the history oaks just the place to soak the observer. The rollerdrome became part of redcliffe history in 1985, when it closed its rink and hung up its skates to make way for the anzac park memorial expansion. The history redcliffe management committee have decided with great regret to suspend planned events until further notice.

Redcliffe historic houses patricia gee national library. These are usually held at the redcliffe library meeting room but this is subject to change so check the events page to be sure. Book a place on a charter catamaran to cruise out to nearby moreton bay and see humpback whales breaching and playing during the migrating season while you enjoy a. Holiday history fun on redcliffe peninsula brisbane. Come and see why thousands return each year for queenslands most scenic and longest running fun run. Theres quite a bit of history in the redcliffe region, and some might be of interest. Over the years it has been used as the backdrop for many a redcliffe selfie, by both tourists and locals alike. On one of your walks along redcliffe esplanade, make sure to stop at redcliffe jetty.

In the same day a new ferry service between redcliffe and moreton island launched, the first trip has sold out. Follow this road with the water on your right at all times until you reach redcliffe. Jetty 2 jetty fun run, jul 19 2020 worlds marathons. However, the colony was relocated to brisbane in 1825. The redcliffe jetty and post office were built in 1885. I would recommend a day trip to redcliffe if you love the beach or if you have an interest in history. The pictorial history of redcliffe book movie youtube. Redcliffe jetty was a focal point in the peninsulas promenade social scene. Redcliffe markets is a beautiful way to see what the locals have on offer.