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Redcliffe History

The Salvation Army commenced in Redcliffe as an outpost of the Nundah Salvation Army on 20 March, 1954 with the first public meeting being held in the lcoal RSL Hall. Today, Redcliffe Salvation Army is a vibrant faith community of people of all ages.

When times are tough

Small beginnings

The Salvation Army commenced in Redcliffe as an outpost of the Nundah Salvation Army on 20 March 1954 with the appointment of Lieutenant Ian Cutmore from the Training College Sydney. He held the first public meeting in t...

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Redcliffe Greats - Commissioner Ian Cutmore

The Salvation Army in Redcliffe has hosted its fair share of outstanding Salvationists.   Commissioner Ian Cutmore (pictured left, and with wife, Nancy, right) was the founding officer of Redcliffe Salvation Army in...
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Redcliffe Greats - Majors Philip and Deslea Maxwell

Present day heroes include Majors Philip and Deslea Maxwell who were the leaders of The Salvation Army in Redcliffe from 1988-1991.
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In times of need

It’s often said that The Salvation Army has a ministry of “presence” – of being there in times of need. When a cyclone hit the Redcliffe peninsula on New Year’s Eve in 1963, The Salvati...
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The Salvation Army in Redcliffe today

The Salvation Army in Redcliffe today is a vibrant faith community made up of people of all ages. It has a brass band and a songster brigade who feature in Sunday worship services and at community events throughout the y...
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When times are tough

People in need can access low-cost clothing, household goods and furniture at the Redcliffe Family Store on Sutton Street. Emergency assistance is also available through the Salvos Connect line – 1300 371 288 ...
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