Over 60 volunteers assembled at the Redcliffe Museum Carpark on Sunday, March 2, all willing to “roll up their sleeves” and pick up litter along Humpybong Creek between the Redcliffe War Memorial Swimming Pool in the south and the weir/ minimum energy loss culvert in the north.
Teachers, students and parents from St. Benedict's Catholic Primary School, Mango Hill were by far the largest collective on site and the children set about filling their litter bags with purpose. The school was represented at last year’s event as well.
St. Benedict's Catholic Primary School volunteers.
Local Councillor Karl Winchester, his wife and two children and his mother, Koliana did their part as did State MP for Redcliffe, Kerri-Anne Dooley.
The Rotary Club of Redcliffe Sunrise coordinated the event and the Redcliffe State High School (RSHS) Interact Club was represented by its secretary, Lauren Zillman. She was accompanied by her mother and brother, a former Interact member and now a second-year student at the University of the Sunshine Coast Moreton Bay, Petrie Campus.
L-to-R: Cr Karl Winchester, Lauren Zillman and Kerri-Anne Dooley MP
Quote(s) attributed to Kerri-Anne Dooley MP Redcliffe:
“Thank you to everyone who joined Clean Up Australia Day events around Redcliffe today. I was at Humpybong Creek.
“Great to see so many students join us. Special thanks to Rotary Club of Redcliffe Sunrise for organizing.”
Quote attributed to Cr Karl Winchester (Division 6):
“Lovely morning joining ESRAG-Moreton Bay taking out the trash.”
Quote(s) attributed to Colin Scobie, Vice-president Rotary Club of Redcliffe Sunrise and Chair ESRAG Oceania (Environmental Sustainability Rotary Action Group):
“Australia’s waste challenges go far beyond one day,” said Colin Scobie, reflecting on the ongoing efforts to combat pollution in our environment. This commitment was on full display during the recent CUA Day, where more than 60 dedicated volunteers came together to achieve a remarkable outcome.
"The initiative is part of the club’s partnership with Landcare under the “Adopt Humpybong Creek” project. The sheer volume of waste collected during the cleanup not only prevented pollution from entering Moreton Bay Marine Park but also highlighted the power of grassroots action in environmental protection.
"This project’s impact has not gone unnoticed. ESRAG Oceania has nominated it for recognition on the prestigious "Earthshot" world stage—a testament to its significance in the global fight against waste. As the community awaits the outcome of this nomination, momentum continues to build.
"The initiative aligns closely with the Queensland Government’s Community Sustainability Grant—Round 9, which focuses on litter and marine debris cleanup and prevention. This backing strengthens the club’s broader vision, which includes "Shifting Shores – Redcliffe Beautiful Beaches", an exhibition currently on display at the local museum.
"With this growing support, the team is eager to expand its reach across the Peninsula, ensuring that community-driven sustainability efforts continue to make a lasting impact."
