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The National Trust Redlands Community Group plays a pivotal role in preserving and promoting the rich heritage of Cleveland and the broader Redlands region in Queensland. This community-driven organisation is dedicated to safeguarding the historical, cultural and environmental legacy of the area, ensuring that future generations can connect with and appreciate the past.
Cleveland, a coastal suburb located on the shores of Moreton Bay, has a history that dates back to the early nineteenth century. The area was initially explored by Europeans in 1823 when John Oxley, a surveyor-general, first visited the region. The potential for a port at Cleveland Point made it a strategic location, and by the mid-1800s, the area began to develop into a significant settlement.
The National Trust Redlands Community Group currently consists of 24 volunteers led by Annette Marsson the groups coodinator where they all works to protect and celebrate this heritage. They are involved in various initiatives such as "Welcome Back Shorebirds" event annually, Australian Heritage Festival, Heritage Walking Trail, and of course ways to showcase the National Trust Queensland through raffles, promoting awareness of National Trust Queensland and it's membership and awareness of the area's historical significance, whilst collaborating in with otherlike minded community groups through the common goal.
The group helps maintain the cultural identity of Cleveland and the Redlands, ensuring that the stories and landmarks of this vibrant region are preserved.