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Yahoo
14 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Beautiful family detail as Dragons confirm signing of Maroons Origin player
Queensland State of Origin representative Josh Kerr has had a week to savour after welcoming his first child with fiancee Dijana, and signing a two-year deal to rejoin the Dragons in 2026. The Dolphins star admits he was keen to stay at his boyhood club, but a salary cap squeeze ultimately forced him out of Redcliffe, paving the way for Kerr to return to the club where his NRL career began. Kerr spent four seasons at the Dragons and played 68 games after making his NRL debut with the club in 2019. But he's been playing some of the best footy of his career after realising a dream to return to Redcliffe and play for the Dolphins, where he's learnt under master coach Wayne Bennett and current mentor, Kristian Woolf. The 29-year-old enforcer's barnstorming displays and off-loading prowess has helped the Dolphins surge to eighth on the ladder and earned him selection in Billy Slater's Maroons Origin squad this year. And while he would have loved to remain in Queensland with his fiancee and baby boy Atlas - who was born last Tuesday - the move was ultimately best for Kerr and his young family. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Josh Kerr (@joshmkerr) "It has been a fairytale to play for my home-town team in the NRL," Kerr told AAP. "I grew up thinking Queensland Cup was the pinnacle. Then I got to be coached by the super coach Wayne Bennett at Redcliffe in the NRL. I was so grateful. "I love the Dragons. They gave me my first opportunity and allowed me to live out my NRL dream. I am really excited at the prospect of going back. The Dolphins had no cap space for me. I was gutted and heartbroken because I'd done everything they wanted me to, but they put the club first. "CEO Terry Reader and Woolfy (coach Kristian Woolf) did everything they could to keep me, but they said I had to look after my family. A few clubs were interested, which I won't name out of respect, but the Dragons came in late." Josh Kerr set for reunion with Shane Flanagan at the Dragons Kerr is set to reunite with Dragons coach Shane Flanagan, who was an assistant at the Red V the last time Kerr was there, and a man he often turned to for support. Wollongong is also close to his heart and it's where his fiancee and her family grew up. "When I was struggling I leant on Shane a lot for coaching advice. He helped me a lot. He is a tough coach and I need that in my life," Kerr added. "Since I've come home to Queensland I have bought my first house, got engaged, had my first kid and I'm playing the best football of my career. I left the Dragons as a boy. I have become a man and I get the opportunity to go back and be a better man and player." The Dragons' Wollongong home holds a special place for Kerr and his financee, who are excited to return to the area and plan on expanding their family. And after welcoming baby Atlas into the world last week, the Dragons recruit explained the mythical significance behind his son's name. RELATED: Titans make big call on Des Hasler in bid to keep Gold Coast captain NRL world divided over Mitch Moses' furious act towards teammate Walters urges Broncos to avoid one player to replace injured halves "I always wanted to give my kids big, powerful names," Kerr said. "Atlas was a Titan in Greek mythology tasked with holding up the heavens on his shoulders. I want to have a big family and I wanted my firstborn son to have a name like Atlas with that responsibility of being the big brother. "My first thought is to make sure he has a roof over his head and a bellyful of food, as does Dijana. Dijana was born in Belgrade in Serbia. There was a civil war and her hard-working parents came here as refugees and built a life and raised a family in Wollongong." Kerr's new deal means he has a chance to do the same. with AAP
ABC News
4 days ago
- Sport
- ABC News
Netball Australia says it will do better after performer who pleaded guilty to domestic violence sings at grand final
Super Netball says it will strengthen its event risk management after it was revealed a performer at last weekend's grand final had pleaded guilty to domestic violence charges. Siala Robson, a former finalist on The Voice, fronted the Redcliffe and Cleveland Magistrate's Courts in Queensland in 2024 over a series of charges relating to a 2023 incident. Robson pleaded guilty to two assaults occasioning bodily harm in a public place while adversely affected by an intoxicating substance. No conviction was recorded. Robson was ordered to pay $1,000 in compensation and given a community service order of 60 hours. During Saturday's Super Netball grand final — which was watched by a record crowd of 15,013 — Robson performed as a three-prong act put together by Universal Music. The Australian Netball Players' Association (ANPA), which has taken a strong stand against domestic violence over the past two seasons, said in a statement that the oversight had created "genuine hurt" in player circles. "This decision has caused genuine hurt among the playing group and undermines the values they stand for — particularly their strong and ongoing commitment to ending domestic violence," the statement read. "We acknowledge that Netball Australia has accepted responsibility for this serious oversight and we appreciate that it is taking steps to improve its processes to ensure such a situation does not happen again. "Our players have consistently used their platform to advocate for change … and continue to work on further initiatives aimed at making Australia safer for all." Netball Australia, which has also been strong in taking a stand against domestic violence, said it had been unaware of the charges against Robson and that greater detail would be paid to event risk management protocols in the future. "Regrettably, Netball Australia was not aware of the offence or allegations pertaining to one of the artists before the event," a spokesperson told ABC Sport. "This was brought to our attention post-performance on Saturday evening. "Netball Australia has a zero-tolerance position on violence and actively campaigns against domestic violence with the support of our playing group, who are deeply connected to this society-wide issue. "With respect to the necessary checks and balances in place, we relied on the third-party agency we partnered with to supply the talent. "This was not sufficient and Netball Australia will immediately strengthen its event risk management protocols to ensure this doesn't happen again." In 2024, athletes from each of the eight Super Netball clubs wore purple armbands during matches from round five onwards to "shine a light on the national crisis" of domestic violence. ANPA delegates also released a social media video this season discussing why they thought domestic and family violence were the most urgent social issues facing Australian women. Earlier this year, Diamonds goal shooter Cara Koenen went public with her personal experience as a victim of sexual assault in an effort to speak out against the wider issue of violence against women. "I had an experience that really rocked my whole world, to be honest," Koenen told ABC Sport. "We hear so much about how our actions lead to these violent acts … that rhetoric that there's something you've done wrong that led to the abuse. "That was something I really grappled with. "It became all-consuming in all parts of my life … I couldn't escape it." "My confidence on court was deteriorating and training and playing were no longer an escape or a place I could use to distract myself."
News.com.au
13-07-2025
- Business
- News.com.au
'Hidden gem': last chance for renovated bayside homes below $1m
Dear and Mark Bell bought their home in Redcliffe 13 years ago, and they're surprised it's taken so long for the bayside suburb to be discovered by the rest of Brisbane. 'We purchased in around February 2012 … for $330,000,' Ms Bell said. 'It's quiet, very calm and the waterfront is amazing. It's sometimes surprising why it's not as busy, considering how beautiful it is.' Redcliffe is one of only a five beach suburbs in Brisbane where you can still buy for under $1m. With a median house price of $925,806 as of June 2025, Redcliffe's distance from the CBD is one factor keeping prices low, along with the nearby suburb of Clontarf. But Redcliffe was hundreds of thousands of dollars cheaper a decade ago, when it was one of the few places the Bells felt they could afford. 'Back when we were just apprentice mechanics, we worked for Qantas and the heavy maintenance facility in Melbourne shut down,' she said. 'We had to be relocated. With an apprentice wage, that was challenging as well.' The couple had met in trade school, and had been together for around 4 years before moving up to Queensland. When they found their home in Redcliffe, they actually managed to get it for $10,000 cheaper than the last owner, who had bought it in 2009. Since then, the two have renovated the house with changes to the kitchen as floor, as well as the addition of a garden. In that time, Redcliffe has seen infrastructure changes and a popularity spike that has quickly driven people to the suburb. Belle Property Redcliffe agent Jonathan Koleszar said the expansion of the Redcliffe Hospital, as well as the Dolphins joining up with the National Rugby League, helped to give the area a big boost. 'We're already seeing doctors buy investment properties,' he said. 'They obviously see the potential to get transferred to the new sector when it's complete.' The home for sale is a three-bedroom property at 39 Sportsground Street. Mr Koleszar added that renovated three-bedroom homes for less than a million were now a rarity, including in Redcliffe itself. 'We didn't expect Redcliffe to be where it was today so quickly,' he said. 'I think it was one of those hidden gems for so long, and now the secret's out.' The Bells are now moving to be closer to work and their kids' high school, but said they were glad to raise their children where they did. 'It's quite a safe neighbourhood,' she said. 'A lot of the kids walk to school together.' 'In general, Redcliffe is just a very tight community … we still come back here every weekend, because we love it so much.'
Telegraph
11-07-2025
- Business
- Telegraph
The 10 best coffee shops and cafés in Bristol
With more than 400 coffee shops, Bristol certainly loves a chance to sip a caffeinated beverage, from the high street chains to tiny independents. But as coffee tastes have become more refined and fastidious, where to find somewhere that not only cares about serving an ace espresso but also has bags of character? Here are our choices, from one that does it the Italian way to another that serves the darkest roast in town. All our recommendations below have been hand selected and tested by our resident destination expert. Find out more below or for further inspiration see our guides to the city's best hotels, restaurants, nightlife and things to do. Hart's Bakery A hugely popular artisan bakers under a Victorian railway arch close to Temple Meads station. Extract Coffee, based in St Werburghs, are the suppliers so expect a high-quality latte and drink it at one of the limited number of tables, while watching the bakers at work making the likes of white sourdough or sesame loaves and sausage rolls. Their croissants go like hot cakes so get there early, or you can phone up and place an order. Neighbourhood: Redcliffe Website: Price: £
Daily Mail
06-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Daily Mail
An enticing round door in a coastal Aussie suburb marks the entrance to a spectacular home quite unlike anything nearby: 'It's paradise'
A few blocks back from the breezy foreshore in a coastal Queensland suburb stands Lantern - a four-bedroom home that's a far cry from the sleepy beach cottages surrounding it. Designed by architect Nicholas Elias - better known for state infrastructure and cultural buildings than residential design - the home in Redcliffe, Moreton Bay, is a one-off in every sense. While the build draws inspiration from traditional Queenslander houses, raised for airflow and expansion, Lantern reinterprets that logic for a new era of 'sustainability, slow living, and local craftsmanship'. It's built to last - not just materially, but emotionally. 'Lantern's brief was to offer a fresh take on the Queensland tradition of raising a house, building underneath, and extending out the back,' owner Hayden Kidd told FEMAIL. 'We applied that tried-and-true philosophy with modern technology to create a home that's cutting-edge yet crafted with love.' From the street, Lantern is unmissable. Clad in ribbed shiplap milled from native Blackbutt timber, its textures respond to shifting light like skin - soft and matte in the morning, rich and golden by dusk. There's no plasterboard and no concrete slab. Inside, blind-fixed Queensland Walnut veneer lines the walls, creating warmth and cohesion that envelops rather than performs. Underfoot, cork flooring leads to a sunken lounge that opens to the garden. Overhead, etched glass pivot doors filter natural light. 'You feel the space as much as you see it,' Hayden said. 'Natural materials interact with light to shift the mood throughout the day. The house takes on different personalities depending on the time.' Even the bathrooms are immersive: handcrafted Japanese tiles, solid steel pedestal vanities, and soft acoustic fabric panels evoke boutique hotels more than suburbia. But Lantern isn't about luxury for its own sake. Every element - from locally made furniture to endemic landscaping - is placed with purpose. At the heart of the home is a kitchen designed for company, featuring a sculpted booth, garden planters, dual appliance suites, and a hidden scullery. Flowing outward, a natural plunge pool and sunken alfresco lounge extend the living space into the garden without hard boundaries. 'The interiors and garden are so integrated that the entire block feels like living space - which is how we all want to live in this climate,' Hayden said. Step through the round pivot entry door - custom-built and anchored with gallery-worthy precision - and you're immediately enveloped. The foyer opens into a dim, mood-lit space that guests often liken to a Museum of Old and New Art exhibit or a boutique cocktail lounge. With its local materials and hyper-specific details, Lantern is a house that couldn't exist anywhere else. 'Architecture is often seen as trend-driven,' Hayden said. 'But true architecture - and what we've aimed to create - challenges perceptions and enhances how you live.' The build took over five years, partly due to the level of detail, and partly because nearly everything was custom-made by local hands. 'Our tradies initially pushed back against the bold vision,' Hayden admitted. 'But they ended up so proud, they bring their kids over to show what they helped create.' Even the furniture has a story: built by nearby makers using regionally sourced timbers and fittings crafted by local steel fabricators. The entire project was overseen by Redcliffe-based Vanda & Sons Constructions, with a network of south-east Queensland businesses shaping the finished home. That community-minded ethos is part of what makes Lantern feel so rooted in its setting. Redcliffe, 30 kilometres north-east of Brisbane CBD, has long drawn weekenders to its historic jetty, swimming beaches, and café strip. Now, fresh energy is arriving: boutique coffee spots, Saturday markets, and young families seeking bigger backyards. Good schools are minutes away, and the marina keeps boaters happy. Lantern - with its timber ribs and garden-as-living-space - fits perfectly into this evolving landscape, reminding us that coastal homes can honour tradition while embracing the future. 'After living in a place for over 10 years, you gain a wealth of local knowledge to embed into a building's specifics, ultimately creating a beautiful way to live,' Hayden said. Given its detail, deep community ties, and years in the making, it's almost surprising the owners are now parting with Lantern. But for Hayden, the build was never meant to be a one-off - it was just the beginning. 'We've created an iconic home that's truly special - we call it 'living in art'.' 'The area is entering a rapid gentrification phase that will support many more architectural and luxury homes. With the team we've built through Lantern, we're excited to deliver more special homes and positive change for the Redcliffe Peninsula.' For now, the timber glows quietly on Greenup Street - a modern-day Queenslander raised not just on stilts, but on skill, intention, and place.
