The Brisbane Ekka public holiday for Redlands Coast will occur on Monday, 12 August 2024. This holiday will bring changes to the availability of Council services across the region. Here’s a detailed overview of what residents can expect.
Street Closure for Crazy Day Markets
The annual Crazy Day Markets will take place on Wednesday, 14 August 2024, from 9 am to 2 pm. During this time, Bloomfield Street in Cleveland will be closed to vehicular traffic between Middle Street and Queen Street to accommodate market stalls. Residents and visitors should plan accordingly for this event.
Council Offices, Customer Service Centres, and Libraries
Closed Services:
- All Redland City Council offices
- Customer service centres
- Libraries
Emergency Contact:
- For council-related emergencies, call 3829 8999.
Online Services Availability
During the public holiday, residents can still access various Council services online , including:
- Reporting non-urgent issues
- Registering or updating animal details
- Viewing rates notices or changing address
- Conducting property searches, lodging development applications, or making submissions
- Paying bills online such as rates notices, animal registration, and infringement notices
Library Services
Unavailable:
- Library after-hours return chutes will be closed
- No library items will be due on this day
Available:
- Full digital library services, including eBooks, eMagazines, eAudiobooks, digital newspapers, and streaming of music, movies, and TV shows via the Council Libraries website
- 24/7 Library lockers outside Cleveland Library for collecting reserved items
Redlands IndigiScapes Centre
The Redlands IndigiScapes Centre, including the IndigiCafe, Native Nursery, and Botanic Gardens, will be closed on the public holiday. However, walking tracks will remain open for visitors.
Waste Collection and Recycling Centres
Bin Collections:
- All bin collections will proceed as usual.
- No new bin deliveries or exchanges will occur. Missed services can be reported online or by calling 3829 8999.
Recycling and Waste Centres:
- All mainland and island centres will be open. Check the Council website for specific opening times.
Redland Animal Shelter
The Redland Animal Shelter will operate from 9 am to 12 pm on the public holiday. For contact, residents can call 3829 8663 during these hours or 3829 8999 after hours.
Redland Performing Arts Centre
The RPAC Box Office will be closed. Tickets can still be purchased online.
Redland Art Gallery
The Redland Art Gallery in Cleveland will be closed for the public holiday.
Redlands Coast Visitor Information Centre
The Visitor Information Centre located in the Raby Bay Harbour Precinct, Cleveland, will remain open from 9 am to 4 pm on the public holiday.