There’s plenty to do across the Redlands Coast this weekend
From olive tasting on the islands, to watching artists at work, indie book readings and an Easter bonnet parade, we’ve compiled some of the best things to do this Easter weekend on the Redlands Coast.
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If you’re at a loose end for things to do this weekend don’t be.
We’ve checked out what’s happening across the Redlands Coast and pulled together a list that will cater not only to your inner Easter bunny but perhaps discover brand new places and spaces.
Hop to it
Everyone loves an Easter Bonnet Parade and the Redlands Sporting Club has got this one covered.
From 10am tomorrow (Saturday) there’s plenty of Easter activity at the Easter Eggstravaganza including rides, music and all the fun of the fair.
The parade gets underway at 1pm.
Time. 10am-2pm.
Where. 20 Anson Rd, Wellington Point.
Olive tasting
Don’t miss you chance to try the award-winning organic Wangandary Olives on Macleay Island at the exquisite Willow & Oak from 10am-2pm tomorrow (Saturday)
Bill Baxter will be visiting to present his “unique and flavoursome olive oil”.
“Once in a while we come across a product that we find unique or clearly above average compared to others of the same kind,” says Willow & Oak.
“The organic Wangandary Olive Oil is one of them and the craftsmanship, knowledge and persistency that goes into its creation captured our interest.”
The team at Willow & Oak have organised a morning “full of flavour and live music”.
Where: 26 High Central Rd, Macleay Island.
Time: 10am-2pm
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A Nutty Bunny Cocktail
Elysium Restaurant and Bar in Victoria Point has the Easter cocktail covered with a Franjelico, Baileys and Kaula mix spun with cream, milk, chocolate and Nutella.
How can you resist?
They are open all Easter long weekend with live music including KINGI from 8pm tomorrow (Saturday) and Steven Childs 1.30-5.30pm on Sunday.
Where: Victoria Point Lakeside Shopping Centre.
Be Inspired
If you love words and art don’t miss the Artists at Work event on Macleay Island. From canvas, paper, timber, clay, silver and fabric - works by more than 20 local artists will be on display.
Joining the artists will be authors from the Macleay Island Inspirational Writers Group who will be reading samples of their works.
Entertainment and food will be on offer too with BBQ lunch cooked by the Macleay Island Renegades Men’s Shed.
Organisers say there might be “rain had been forecast but don’t let that deter you! Bring a brollie to browse the outdoor stalls and there’s plenty of undercover areas for shelter”.
The SMBI Little Bus available FREE on this special occasion – call 0412 913 605
Inquiries to Suzie Catton or Marie Peters Tel: 07 3409 4100 or E: info@miac.org.au
What: “Artists at Work”
When: Easter Sunday 21 April
Time: 10:00am to 3:00pm
Where: at the Macleay Island Arts Complex 95-97 Coast Road, Macleay Island
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Looking to nature
Bayview Conservation Area is an outdoor recreation reserve located between the suburbs of Redland Bay and Mount Cotton.
At almost 1000 hectares, it has a diverse range of vegetation communities including open forest, Melaleuca wetlands, riparian areas and attractive stands of grass trees and candlestick banksias.
Due to this diversity, the reserve also provides a home to iconic Redland fauna including powerful owls, koalas, goannas, glossy black-cockatoos and wallabies.
Visit the park to enjoy around 60km of bushwalking and mountain bike trails and horse riding tracks.
Getting there
Main entry and day use area, 487-503 German Church Road
Alternative entry:
Days Road
German Church Road and Sugargum Avenue
Native Dog Road
Kidd St
More information at Council’s website
Source: Redland City Council
Award-winning dining
Cleveland’s The Lighthouse was officially named one of the State’s top enterprises in the Tourism and Events Queensland awards announced on Friday.
They are open all weekend.
- Restaurant 11am to late
- Takeaway 10am to 8pm
- Cafe - 7am to 10.30am for breakfast service
A public holiday surcharge applies - 15%
Where: 237 Shore Street North, Cleveland
Who: Book Online or Call 07 3286 5555
Hop Back into Easter on Monday.
The Redlands Easter Family Festival at the Redland Showgrounds will get underway from 10am until 3pm on Monday.
With rides, food and fun entertainment across the day including jumping castles, slippery slides, archery and cosplay.
This free event is annual Easter delight.
Where: Redland Showgrounds, Long Street, Cleveland.
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