Tyga and Quavo are set to headline the Rolling Loud Pre-Roll Event in Eatons Hill, delivering a one-night outdoor show that introduces Rolling Loud Australia 2026 ahead of its Sydney and Melbourne festival dates.
The Rolling Loud Pre-Roll Event will be held on Saturday, 28 February 2026 at Eatons Hill Hotel Outdoors in Brisbane, positioning Eatons Hill as the first Australian stop for the internationally recognised hip-hop festival brand in 2026.
Scheduled as a single-date event, the Eatons Hill show is intended to give local audiences an early preview of Rolling Loud’s large-scale production style before the main festival program continues interstate in early March.
Tyga is an American rapper whose career spans more than two decades, with roots in West Coast hip-hop. He rose to international prominence in the early 2010s following the success of his album Careless World: Rise of the Last King, which produced chart-performing singles and established his mainstream profile.
Over the years, Tyga has maintained a strong presence in global hip-hop through a mix of solo releases and collaborations. His catalogue includes commercially successful tracks such as Rack City, Taste and Swish, with later releases marking a sustained return to mainstream recognition. His Eatons Hill performance is expected to draw on this established body of work.
Quavo is best known as a founding member of the hip-hop group Migos, which played a significant role in shaping modern trap music throughout the 2010s. As a solo artist, Quavo has appeared on multiple charting singles and released two studio albums, including Quavo Huncho and Rocket Power.
Following the disbandment of Migos, Quavo has continued to perform internationally, with live sets typically focused on collaborative hits and solo material. His inclusion in the Eatons Hill event reflects his ongoing presence in the global hip-hop circuit.
After Eatons Hill, Rolling Loud Australia 2026 will continue at Centennial Park in Sydney on Saturday, 7 March, followed by Flemington Racecourse in Melbourne on Sunday, 8 March, marking the festival’s return to Australia since 2019.
Albany Creek is at the centre of a citywide accessibility plan recognised for improving daily life for residents with high support needs, after Moreton Bay’s Changing Places Network Plan received a state planning award for its practical approach to inclusive public spaces.
The plan was recognised at the Planning Institute of Australia Queensland Planning Excellence Awards, announced in 2025. The Changing Places Network Plan focuses on providing specialised public facilities for people who cannot use standard accessible toilets. These facilities include larger spaces designed for safe movement, use of hoists, and assisted care. Council planning documents show demand for these facilities is expected to grow as the local population ages and as more people live with complex disabilities.
Moreton Bay estimates tens of thousands of residents will require higher levels of physical support in coming decades. Community consultation played a central role in shaping the plan, with feedback from people with disability, carers, and service providers helping determine where facilities should be located.
Albany Creek’s Role In The Network
Albany Creek features prominently in the plan through the Changing Places facility at the Albany Creek Aquatic and Leisure Centre. The site is identified as a key location due to its regular community use, transport access, and proximity to surrounding suburbs.
Local families and carers benefit from having a facility that allows longer visits to public venues without needing to return home early. Community access advocates have stated in coverage from local media outlets that locations like Albany Creek help reduce isolation for people with high support needs.
Award Recognition And Planning Impact
The Wendy Chadwick Encouragement Award recognises planning projects that show leadership, collaboration, and long-term value. Reporting across multiple outlets noted the plan is one of the first of its kind developed by a local council in Australia.
Planning professionals involved in the assessment described the network-based approach as effective because it treats accessibility as essential infrastructure rather than an add-on. The award has increased awareness of the plan beyond the region, with planners from other councils reviewing it as a reference point.
What Comes Next For Residents
Moreton Bay Council has confirmed additional Changing Places facilities are planned across the region, including coastal and high-traffic recreation areas. Future sites are expected to follow the same planning framework used for Albany Creek and other early locations.
Community groups have welcomed the staged rollout, saying consistent access across suburbs supports inclusion in everyday activities such as swimming, attending events, and visiting public spaces with family and friends.
A kitten rescued after being found trapped in industrial glue has recovered and found a permanent home following weeks of treatment and rehabilitation at a veterinary practice in Eatons Hill.
The kitten, later named Titan, was discovered clinging to the edge of a vat of industrial glue at Clontarf, just north of Brisbane. Only weeks old at the time, he was rushed to Eatons Hill Veterinary Surgery in a fragile condition, with glue heavily embedded in his fur and visible damage to his skin.
Veterinary staff immediately began treatment, sedating and carefully shaving him to remove the adhesive. As the glue was cleared, raw and irritated skin was revealed underneath, requiring fluids, antibiotics and close monitoring during the early stages of recovery.
In the days that followed, updates from the practice confirmed that Titan’s condition was gradually improving. His skin began to heal, though peeling and discomfort were expected as the remaining glue residue worked its way out. Full recovery was expected to take several weeks, including time for his fur to regrow.
As his health stabilised, the kitten’s progress drew strong public interest, with many people following his recovery and offering messages of support.
On 18 November, the practice opened applications for Titan’s adoption. Due to the level of interest, the process was managed through a formal application system to ensure a suitable long-term placement.
By 23 November, the clinic confirmed that Titan had been matched with a family and would soon leave the surgery to begin life in a permanent home.
In early December, the practice shared that Titan had settled in with the Hamilton family and was adjusting well. Updates indicated he was becoming more confident and active, with his personality emerging as his recovery continued.
Veterinary staff noted that while his physical healing was ongoing, his progress at home reflected a positive outcome following his early trauma.
While Titan’s story captured wide attention, the Eatons Hill practice continues to care for hundreds of rescue animals each year. His recovery highlights the outcomes that can follow sustained veterinary care, careful rehabilitation and responsible adoption.
Residents in Arana Hills can now borrow sports equipment at a local park through a new SportsBox locker, providing easier access to recreational activities without needing personal gear.
A SportsBox locker has been installed at Leslie Patrick Park in Arana Hills, allowing park users to borrow sports equipment for use on nearby courts. The locker provides on-site access to shared gear, supporting casual physical activity in a public setting.
The Arana Hills installation forms part of a wider rollout across the Moreton Bay area. Additional lockers are operating at Blatchford Reserve in Murrumba Downs and at Sandstone Point. In the Redland area, SportsBox lockers are already available at Beth Boyd Park and Raby Esplanade Park.
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Equipment Tailored To Each Location
The equipment available through each SportsBox locker varies depending on the sporting facilities at the park. Items may include gear for basketball, table tennis, volleyball, pickleball or netball, allowing users to participate in different activities based on what is available on site.
The lockers are designed to remove barriers associated with owning or transporting sports equipment, particularly for people visiting parks on short notice.
Program Purpose And Delivery
The SportsBox program is delivered by People Being Active Pty Ltd and funded through the ActiveKIT Super Round. The initiative focuses on improving access to physical activity opportunities by making shared sports equipment available in community spaces.
Across Queensland, more than 20 lockers are planned, with the program expected to reach over 10,000 participants. Future installations are planned in regional locations including Mackay and Noosa.
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School Holiday Use And Community Response
SportsBox has been promoted as a practical option for families during school holidays, offering a low-cost way to keep children active outdoors. No advance planning is required, and equipment can be borrowed directly at the park.
Online responses to the program have included strong support for improving access to sport, alongside questions about equipment return and long-term maintenance. These views reflect a mix of optimism and practical concerns commonly raised in public discussions.
The rollout of SportsBox lockers is continuing across Queensland. In Arana Hills, the focus remains on encouraging community use while monitoring how the lockers operate over time.
Residents and their pets in Eatons Hill will enjoy safer and more modern outdoor spaces as significant upgrades revitalise the local dog off-leash facilities.
A major project at Apex Park has targeted the existing off-leash area to improve the experience for local dog owners. Located next to South Pine Road, the treed park now features a completely refreshed layout designed for better usability. The work included the installation of new entrance gates for both pedestrians and maintenance vehicles to ensure secure access.
Inside the park, visitors will find upgraded concrete pathways and a new shelter with seating, providing a shaded spot for owners to rest while their dogs play. The facility also includes a dual dog water bubbler to keep pets hydrated. Fresh landscaping and realigned fencing were part of the plan to enhance safety standards at the site. Reports indicate that these scheduled improvements at Apex Park are now finished.
While work wraps up in Eatons Hill, improvements continue nearby in Albany Creek. Construction crews have been active at Bleakley Park, where the council is creating an entirely new dog off-leash section. This project aims to expand the current network with new concrete pathways that link different areas of the park together.
The plans for Bleakley Park include the addition of a shelter and extra seating for comfort. A new water bubbler and improved signage will also be installed to help guide visitors. To keep the area clean, an additional bin is being placed within the grounds. These simultaneous projects highlight a push to support pet-friendly recreation across the region.
A year after receiving a Medal of the Order of Australia, an Albany Creek resident continues his long-standing commitment to historical research, writing and volunteer work within the local and maritime history sectors.
Keith Boulton received a Medal of the Order of Australia in the 2025 Australia Day Honours for contributions to history preservation and community service, particularly through his voluntary work at the Queensland Maritime Museum.
At the time of the announcement, Mr Boulton was unaware he had been nominated and described the recognition as unexpected. The honour followed more than a decade of volunteering and historical research.
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Ongoing Role At The Queensland Maritime Museum
Mr Boulton has volunteered at the Queensland Maritime Museum since 2009 and became an Honorary Life Member in 2014. His contributions have included developing the museum’s Guides Notes system and editing its publications, Manifest and Murmurs, a role he has held since 2021.
A year after receiving the OAM, he continues to volunteer weekly at the museum and spends additional time working on historical publications from home. The museum remains operated entirely by volunteers.
Writing And Historical Research
Mr Boulton has authored several historical works covering genealogy, industry and community history. These include Boulton Genealogical Records 1700–2000, Castol in Queensland, and Morningside Rover Crew History 1920–2015.
He is also preparing a forthcoming publication titled Gone but not Forgotten!, a collection of short stories focused on ships, shipwrecks and Australia’s maritime past.
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Community Connections In Albany Creek
Beyond maritime history, Mr Boulton has maintained long-term involvement in Albany Creek community life. He has volunteered with the Albany Creek Uniting Church for more than 25 years and continues to serve as the church historian.
His community involvement has also included participation with the Balmoral APEX Club, Friends of Balmoral Cemetery and the Bulimba District Historical Society.
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From Trade Work To Historical Focus
Mr Boulton began his working life as a mechanic with Hornibrooks before working with vessels at Heron Island and on the Brisbane River. He later spent 26 years with Castrol and BP in a range of roles, including overseas work, before retiring as a Health and Safety Quality Assurance Lead Auditor.
Despite extensive travel and a varied career, his focus remains on documenting and preserving history within his local community.
One year after receiving national recognition, Mr Boulton’s routine remains largely unchanged. His ongoing volunteering, research and writing reflect a continuation of work established long before the award.
At just four years old, Corbin Boyce is emerging as a junior golf talent to watch, winning his age division at the Cameron Smith Junior Classic at Wantima Country Club after already making club history as the youngest-ever C Grade Junior Club Champion.
Corbin Boyce, a Wantima Country Club junior who still has a year of kindy ahead of him, recently stepped onto one of the biggest junior golf stages in Queensland when he competed in the Cameron Smith Junior Classic. He did so as the youngest player in the field, lining up against children mostly aged eight and above in a tournament that attracted more than 200 junior golfers.
Despite his age, Corbin showed no nerves — just enthusiasm, confidence and a clear love for the game.
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A Special Moment at Wantima
The Cameron Smith Junior Classic holds special significance at Wantima Country Club, where Smith himself learned the game before rising to international success. For Corbin, the experience became even more memorable when he met Smith shortly before tee-off.
“Corbin got to meet Cameron right before his tee time,” his father, Chris Boyce, said in a Q & A with Brisbane Suburbs Online News. “Cam even watched him play for a little bit. Like all the kids, Corbin absolutely loves Cameron Smith, so that was a huge moment for him.”
While results mattered far less than participation, Corbin played strongly for his age, earning praise from club members and organisers alike. Chris said the family was proud to see him compete with confidence against much older players.
“He played extremely well, and we were super proud of him,” he said.
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A Champion Before School Starts
Corbin’s appearance at the Classic followed another remarkable achievement just weeks earlier, one that surprised even long-time members at Wantima.
Before most kids can tie their shoelaces and as the youngest competitor in the Club’s history, Corbin has become the C Grade Junior Club Champion. The championship was played over two weekends, with a combined score deciding the winner.
“Corbin has now won a club championship before me,” Chris joked. “I’ve been playing for 10 years, and I’ve never won one. The guys at the golf club think that’s hilarious.”
The win added Corbin’s name to a list typically dominated by much older juniors and reinforced the sense that something special is unfolding, albeit without any pressure being placed on the young golfer.
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A Love for Golf From the Very Beginning
Corbin’s introduction to golf came early — extraordinarily early.
“I put a golf club in his hands when he was nine months old,” Chris said. “He just started hitting balls, and then he was hooked.”
Golf soon became a regular part of family life. Chris plays pennant golf at Wantima, as does his twin brother, while Corbin’s older brother Colby and baby brother Coda often join practice sessions in the backyard.
“We play in our yard a lot, but also just out on the course with me,” Chris said. “I even bought a golf buggy so I could take the boys out more often for practice.”
Between work, family time and weekend rounds, Corbin usually gets out for practice once during the week and again after Saturday golf, playing a few holes whenever possible.
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Smashing Drives and Chasing Ducks
For Corbin, golf remains fun above all else, and that’s exactly how his family wants it.
“He loves smashing his driver,” Chris said. “He can hit it about 80 metres. He also loves chasing ducks around the course.”
Asked about his strengths, Chris laughs. “Probably chasing ducks… then hitting his driver.”
Corbin’s favourite golfer is Cameron Smith, and like many young players, he enjoys copying what he sees from the professionals while still being very much a four-year-old at heart.
A Supportive Club Environment
A key figure in Corbin’s development has been Ken McKay, Wantima’s junior coordinator, who Chris credits with encouraging them to enter competitions and supporting Corbin’s journey.
“Ken encouraged me to put Corbin into these events,” Chris said. “We honestly wouldn’t be where we are without him.”
McKay spearheaded the Cameron Smith Junior Classic and reflects Wantima’s strong commitment to junior development, a commitment that continues to attract families from across the region.
Keeping Perspective
Despite the growing attention around Corbin’s achievements, Chris is careful to keep expectations grounded.
“I love watching him develop such a passion for the sport,” he said. “As long as he’s happy, I’m happy. It’s not too serious, and that’s the best thing so far.”
Corbin is still in kindy, still loves all sports, and still spends most of his time playing with his brothers. His goals for golf remain simple.
“He wants to be better than his dad,” Chris said with a smile. “And he’s not far off.”
Whether Corbin’s future leads him down the same path as Cam Smith,who maintains a strong connection to Wantima as his junior club and often supports junior events there, remains to be seen. For now, Corbin is already achieving something just as important: enjoying the game, supported by family, club and community, on the same fairways that has seen many far older than him, succeed.
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Hip Hops Brewers in Brendale has helped turn an international friendship into something residents can taste, creating a Japanese style lager brewed in Moreton Bay to mark the region’s long standing ties with Sanyo Onoda in Japan.
Tomodachi Lager is a limited release beer created through a partnership between a local craft brewery, regional researchers, and community groups. Hip Hops Brewers led production at its Brendale site, working with City of Moreton Bay and the University of the Sunshine Coast.
The team developed a Japanese style rice lager to reflect both regions through flavour and brewing style. Tomodachi means friendship, linking the long-standing relationship between Moreton Bay and Sanyo Onoda. The lager features yuzu citrus notes and a light umami profile from locally grown sea lettuce sourced in Moreton Bay waters.
Research And Local Ingredients Shape The Flavour
Food science and aquaculture experts from the University of the Sunshine Coast advised on the safe and effective use of sea lettuce in brewing. The seaweed is similar to varieties commonly eaten in Japan and was chosen for its subtle flavour rather than strength.
Researchers involved described the beer as an example of how local marine resources can support new ideas when paired with small business and hospitality. The collaboration showed how science and brewing can work together at a community level.
A Community Focused Launch With International Guests
The beer was launched at Hip Hops Brewers in Brendale during a visit by representatives from Sanyo Onoda, including the city’s mayor. Local leaders, brewers, and community members attended the gathering, which focused on shared history and people to people connections.
City representatives described the beer as a simple way to recognise the role of local businesses in building international friendships. The emphasis remained on community involvement, regional skills, and cooperation.
Limited Release With Local Impact
Tomodachi Lager was produced as a limited release and made available through Hip Hops Brewers. Despite the small batch size, the project boosted the brewery’s exposure and highlighted Moreton Bay’s growing reputation for food and beverage innovation.
From locally grown sea lettuce to a Brendale based brewery, the project reflects a practical and community driven way of celebrating friendship through local enterprise.
The impact of the November 2025 Southern Coast Severe Storms was felt across the Moreton Bay Region, including in suburbs such as Eatons Hill, where residents began the long process of recovery.
Queensland activated the Personal Hardship Assistance Grants for eligible residents affected by the storms, which brought damaging winds, intense rainfall, and localised flooding across several local government areas. These grants were designed to support people facing immediate financial difficulties and to help households meet essential needs after the disaster.
Support was offered through a range of grants under joint state and federal disaster funding arrangements. Among these was the Emergency Hardship Assistance Grant, which provided help for urgent essentials such as food, medicine, clothing, and temporary accommodation. This assistance was made available to residents who experienced personal hardship as a result of the storms and who met the eligibility criteria.
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Additional support included the Essential Household Contents Grant, which assisted households whose essential belongings were destroyed or damaged. Residents were also able to access a Structural Assistance Grant for repairs to their primary residence where the property was uninsured or unable to be insured. A Safety and Reconnection Grant was also available to help restore critical services like electricity, gas, and water to homes that sustained damage.
The funding was jointly delivered through the Commonwealth–State Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements, supporting communities across the Southern Coast region as clean-up efforts progressed. Eligible areas included parts of the Moreton Bay Region, the Scenic Rim, Logan, Gold Coast, and Redland City.
Residents applying for assistance needed to meet specific eligibility requirements, including demonstrating direct impacts from the storm event. Queensland encouraged affected households to review the criteria and application process through their website to ensure claims were processed efficiently.
Community Recovery Hubs were also opened in affected regions, offering face-to-face support and guidance for residents navigating the process. Online applications remained available for those unable to attend in person.
As recovery efforts continued, support services reminded locals that disaster recovery often took time and that financial assistance formed only one part of a broader effort to help communities regain stability after severe weather. With many households across the Moreton Bay Region still assessing damages, these grants aimed to bridge the immediate gap and support residents as they rebuilt.
As Christmas draws near, Brendale-based charity Nourish Street Inc is calling on locals to help deliver practical support to individuals and families doing it tough across Moreton Bay, Pine Rivers and Brisbane. The organisation has officially launched its 2025 Christmas Appeal, a major effort aimed at filling hundreds of hampers and serving more than 465 people through Christmas Day and weekly outreach meals.
The charity, known for its street support efforts and its bustling Nourish Street Emporium op shop in Brendale, is seeking donations of food, toiletries, small gifts and festive items to help residents in need. With in-date pantry staples, snacks, hygiene products, ready meals and toys high on the wishlist, the organisation encourages the community to give what they can before the final donation day on 19 December.
This year’s appeal will support Christmas meals and hamper distributions reaching: • 150 people at the charity’s Christmas Day BBQ at Suttons Beach • 150 people on its city outreach run • 120 people at Musgrave Park • 45 people in the Pine Rivers area
Nourish Street Inc is also seeking donations of 600 ml water bottles, Christmas cakes, pet food, BBQ supplies and gifts for children aged two to sixteen. Items may be delivered to the charity’s headquarters at Unit 9/37–39 Kremzow Road, Brendale, between 10am and 3pm, Monday to Saturday. Financial contributions are also welcomed and remain tax deductible for donations over $2, with all funds directed toward food, supplies and ongoing outreach.
About Nourish Street
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Nourish Street began as a small, self-funded family initiative. Brendale local Beau Haywood, together with his partner Jenny Ignacio and Beau’s sons Kane, Zion and Isaac, first began distributing meals and essential items to people doing it tough.
Beau, formerly a mechanical fitter and welder, spent years navigating unstable housing and addiction. After complications from carpal tunnel surgery left him unable to work for more than four years, he continued to meet people facing similar challenges. Now over 18 months clean after a 25-year methamphetamine addiction, he draws on his experience when working with people on outreach.
What began with Beau and Jenny preparing food and delivering it to people sleeping rough has since grown into a registered charity feeding more than 100 people, five days a week across Moreton Bay and Pine Rivers. Jenny helps pack meals and coordinate support, while Beau leads many of the outreach runs.
The charity shares surplus donations with partner organisations to extend the reach of support. As the 2025 Christmas Appeal gets underway, the charity is encouraging residents to support its work. Those wishing to donate, volunteer or learn more can visit the Nourish Street website.
