Although not a village, Raby Bay is a beautiful and significant bay within southern Moreton Bay. Boasting sand beaches, including a dog off-leash beach, sprawling parklands with playground, picnic and barbecue facilities and walking and cycle ways, Raby Bay is popular for coastal catch-ups with family and friends. Raby Bay Harbour is home to a marina, public pontoon and a bustling dining hub of bars, restaurants and cafés. Forming the coastline of Ormiston and part of the coastline of Cleveland, Raby Bay also offers access to the boutique shopping and leafy streets of these coastal villages.
Quintessential village style character that perfectly complements laid back, coastal adventures.
Known for its boutique retail choices, relaxed café culture, and smorgasbord of eateries, Cleveland features harbourside and coastal dining.
Foodies flock to Cleveland for anything from a pub meal to fine dining, while the beautiful foreshores, parks, playgrounds and regular markets are ideal for relaxed, fun days and nights by the coast.
Enjoy a picnic, throw in a fishing line, and visit the historic lighthouse at Cleveland Point; have a drink or meal served up with panoramic coastal views at Queensland’s oldest licensed hotel; explore a stunning ecosystem of wetlands wildlife, and see where Governor Gipps once visited to assess the village’s suitability as the capital of Queensland.
The gateway to the majestic North Stradbroke Island, Cleveland also takes centre stage in the arts with an award-winning museum, impressive art galleries and an outstanding regional performing arts centre.
The beautiful Raby Bay Foreshore Park, with sandy beaches, a dog off-leash beach, electric barbecues and sprawling grassed areas is perfect for coastal picnics and outdoors catch-ups with friends and family.
Raby Bay itself is a popular spot for aquatic sports, including stand up paddle boarding, kayaking, boating, fishing, triathlon competition and many Surf Life Saving Queensland competitions.
Cleveland is also home to comprehensive public and private medical precincts that include Redlands Hospital and Mater Private Hospital Redland.
Getting around
- Train: Cleveland railway station is located at the end of the Cleveland line.
- Vehicle: 40 minute drive from the Brisbane CBD; 30 minute drive from Brisbane airport.
- Bike: On and off road commuter and recreational cycle ways run throughout.
- Bus: Transdev operates regular bus services.
An amazing network of family-friendly parks and naturally wonderful conservation areas.
While Alexandra Hills is predominantly residential, many of Redlands Coast’s natural wonders are here to be discovered and explored.
The Greater Glider Conservation Area, Hilliards Creek Platypus Corridor, Scribbly Gums Conservation Area and Squirrel Glider Conservation Area, rich with diverse wildlife, are all part of the greater conservation corridor that runs throughout Redlands Coast.
Families love picnicking in Valantine Park with children’s playground, tables, cricket nets, skating bowl and walking trails to keep everyone happy.
A popular fitness precinct is centrally located, and the extensive cycle and hiking trails of Redlands Track Park are accessible from Alexandra Hills.
This village, which neighbours the commercial and retail hubs of Capalaba and Cleveland, also has a great shopping centre with specialty stores, restaurants, supermarket, and medical services; and is home to the renowned Alexandra Hills Hotel with its nightclub, dining options, conference centre and accommodation suites.
Getting around
- Train: The closest railway stations are Wellington Point, Ormiston and Cleveland, all of which are located on the Cleveland line.
- Vehicle: 35 minute drive from the Brisbane CBD; 25 minute drive from Brisbane airport.
- Bike: On road commuter and recreational cycle ways run throughout.
- Bus: Transdev operates regular bus services.
Home to some serious retail therapy options.
One of Redlands Coast’s two major business and retail centres, Capalaba offers ample shopping opportunity across two major retail precincts, Capalaba Park and Capalaba Central shopping centres.
Sharing a border with Brisbane City, this central coast village is also known for its wide range of recreational, cultural and community facilities along with acreage residential living and bushland areas.
A popular spot for day trippers and locals is Capalaba Regional Park. Extensive play areas complete with a chat board, sand pit, tandem slide, liberty swing, flying fox and all abilities playground,, walking and cycling spaces,lagoons, picnic and barbecue facilities, and concert stage make this a great place for the entire family.
Redlands IndigiScapes Centre, with an abundance of native flora and fauna to browse in their native botanical gardens, discovery centre and café with a menu inspired by bush tucker, is also located in Capalaba, as is one of the largest skate and BMX facilities in south-east Queensland.
Getting around
- Train: The closest railway stations are Birkdale and Cleveland, both of which are located on the Cleveland line.
- Vehicle: 30 minute drive from the Brisbane CBD; 20 minute drive from Brisbane airport.
- Bike: On and off road commuter and recreational cycle ways run throughout.
- Bus: A major bus interchange is located near the retail precincts and Transdev operates regular bus services.
A relaxed and unhurried pace among leafy, tree-lined streetscapes, many with coastal views.
Predominantly a residential suburb, Ormiston is steeped in history.This village was named after a town in Scotland and is home to Historic Ormiston House – the birthplace of the Australian Sugar Industry.
The fully restored house is an outstanding example of colonial architecture and the expansive lawns and grounds, popular with weekend picnickers, boast stunning, panoramic coastal views all the way to North Stradbroke and Moreton islands.
A range of special events hosted throughout the year at Historic Ormiston House, from vehicle concours d’elegance to high tea and music in the grounds, are a major drawcard for locals and visitors alike.
Ormiston also has a handy convenience centre with grocery store and dining options, and neighbours the larger centre of Cleveland.
Getting around
- Train: Ormiston railway station is located on the Cleveland line.
- Vehicle: 40 minute drive from the Brisbane CBD; 30 minute drive from Brisbane airport.
- Bike: On and off road commuter and recreational cycle ways run throughout.
- Bus: Transdev operates regular bus services.
