The Redland Times has been part of the Redland Shire for over 60 years and currently is published every Friday and distributed free to 44410 (CAB: March 2006) homes throughout the region. This paper focuses on local community issues and produces an average of 52 pages weekly. As well as coverage of local issues, local government and community news, the Redland Times includes specially designed feature pages for dining and entertainment, motoring, Redlands lifestyle and sport. Another successful form of advertising is the two paper buy with its sister paper the “Bayside Bulletin” published Tuesdays. Readership levels exceed 80 per cent. [* Roy Morgan Research Centre data - 4 issue reach]


The Redland Shire is one of Queensland’s fastest growing residential regions, with the population growing from 66,000 in 1986 to over 130,000 in 2005. Encompassing the mainland and islands of Moreton Bay, this region is a mecca for many who choose to enjoy the outstanding residential lifestyle offered by the community facilities of the Redlands.