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Redcliffe Jetty Markets Set for Major Expansion

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The operators behind Redcliffe’s popular Jetty Markets have announced plans for a major expansion over the next 12 months that will almost double the market’s floor space and include new food trucks, entertainment areas and demonstration areas.

The markets, which currently see more than 7,000 visitors each week, has received Moreton Bay Regional Council approval to extend its reach south along Redcliffe Parade to the Anzac Avenue roundabout. The markets previously operated from the Humpybong Esplanade roundabout to the intersection of Baker Street and Redcliffe Parade.

Markets and Event Management Australia (MEMA) Director and Redcliffe Jetty Markets operator Matthew Harris said the expansion would be rolled out in stages and progress week-on-week, and comes as visitor numbers and business demand for stall space increases year-on-year.

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Once rolled out completely, the expanded area will include for the first time a space for food trucks together with additional market stall space, children’s entertainment area, display space for car clubs and outdoor enthusiasts, youth spaces, community demonstration area and specialised outdoor events.

“We’ve worked with local businesses along Redcliffe Parade to make sure visitors can enjoy both the markets and brick and mortar offerings. This includes teaming up with the local Ambassador Hotel with the opportunity to extend their bar area onto Redcliffe Parade during market hours, if feasible”, Mr Harris said.

Mayor Allan Sutherland said he was excited for the markets’ expansion, noting it would provide a significant boost to the region’s $1.78 billion tourism, hospitality and accommodation industry and its 12,700-strong workforce.

“As part of council’s Redcliffe Foreshore Master Plan adopted last year, residents and visitors overwhelmingly told us they wanted to see more pop-up stalls and markets along Redcliffe Parade, which is why council has worked closely with Matthew and his team to help almost double their market space,” Mayor Sutherland said.

For more information on the Redcliffe Jetty Markets head to: www.facebook.com/redcliffejettymarkets

03/05/2018 |
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