Redlands Coast Chamber of Commerce
CLEVELAND is riding a wave of renewal, with the Placemaker initiative uniting the Chamber of Commerce, local businesses and Redland City Council to revitalise the city’s heart.
The latest meeting of the group celebrated recent wins, strong community engagement and a bold vision for future growth.
One highlight has been the Cleveland Extravaganza on Bloomfield Street, led by Mike Clark from Daisy Layne, which brought together 24 local businesses to boost awareness of retail offerings and inspire residents and visitors to shop locally.
The In Cleveland social media campaign, managed by Crest Marketing with Chamber support, is reshaping perceptions by showcasing local businesses and inviting more to join via the initiative’s website, backed by Redland City Council and grant funding.
Infrastructure upgrades are already paying off, with new lighting along Middle St funded by Haben Central Mall increasing evening foot traffic by 12 per cent.
Skippy’s will soon open at Cleveland Central, adding to the precinct’s buzz.
Placemaker chair Ross Snell said each of the targeted initiatives these local businesses are driving in unison are already changing the face of Cleveland.
“It’s very exciting to see that momentum continuing to build as more and more of the Cleveland business community get involved and share their ideas,” he said.
The Cleveland Library courtyard has also been transformed with new lighting through a partnership between Council, Sands Hotel and the Queensland Government Grant program, creating a safer, more welcoming space with potential for greater activation.
We are so lucky to have Redland City Council’s Economic Development team, strongly supporting Cleveland businesses and driving activation, investment, and growth.
Looking ahead, Councillor Peter Mitchell pointed to opportunities including the 2032 Olympics, improved transport links and the Cleveland Major Project, expected to be the city’s largest urban renewal initiative.
Queensland Police noted Cleveland is “heading in the right direction” and emphasised the value of lighting, events and crime reporting in keeping the area active and safe.
Plans are in place to pursue more grant funding, expand initiatives, attract visitors and investment, and strengthen collaboration with stakeholders.
Stakeholders at the meeting included Cr Peter Mitchell, Chop ’n Chill, Daisy Layne, Cleveland Central, Ryan McCann First National, Redland City Council, Bay Island Water Sports, Colour My Pot, Redlands Investment Corp, Cleveland Village Traders Association (CVTA), Queensland Police, Cr Wendy Boglary, Raby Bay Residents Association, Crest Marketing, RPAC Cleveland, Ross Snell, Aaron Weir and other guests.
