Redlands Community Group
National Trust Redlands Community Group: Protecting Cleveland and Redlands Heritage
The National Trust Redlands Community Group helps preserve and promote the rich history of Cleveland and the wider Redlands region in Southeast Queensland. Run by local volunteers, the group works to protect the area’s historical, cultural and environmental heritage so future generations can connect with the stories of the past.
The history of Cleveland and Cleveland Point
Cleveland is a coastal suburb on the shores of Moreton Bay with a history stretching back to the early nineteenth century. Europeans first explored the area in 1823, when Surveyor-General John Oxley visited the region. Cleveland Point’s potential as a port made it a strategic location, and by the mid-1800s Cleveland had grown into a significant settlement.
Today, Cleveland’s heritage buildings, coastline and stories offer a window into the early development of the Redlands and Moreton Bay.
Local volunteers caring for Redlands heritage
The group is made up of around 30 dedicated volunteers, led by Group Coordinator Annette Marsson. Together they protect and celebrate local heritage through hands-on community projects and events, including:
- Welcome Back Shorebirds, an annual event celebrating the migratory shorebirds of Moreton Bay
- Australian Heritage Festival events in the Redlands
- The Heritage Walking Trail, a self-guided way to explore Cleveland’s historic places
- Raffles and community stalls that raise funds and awareness for the National Trust of Australia (Queensland)
The group also promotes National Trust membership, raises awareness of the area’s historical significance, and works alongside other like-minded community groups who share a commitment to protecting Redlands heritage.
Get involved
Want to help protect Cleveland and Redlands history? Join the National Trust Redlands Community Group as a volunteer or become a National Trust member to support heritage across Queensland.