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The Empty Plate, Calliope

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2nd Oct 2015 6:02 AM

Kylie Reynolds has recently opened The Empty Plate at Calliope.

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The Empty Plate cafe owner Kylie Reynolds has worked many years in hospitality to be where she's at now. Photo Paul Braven / The Observer

Calliope's future tied to Gladstone development

IF what’s good for Gladstone is good for Calliope, then by the same token what’s bad for Gladstone is bad for Calliope.

MEET THE LOCALS: Before this I worked as a ‘peggy’ on the island --- now I own my own business. Toowoomba-born Calliope resident Kylie Reynolds has worked in hospitality in Gladstone on and off for 15 years, but a stint working at a nightclub opened her eyes to new possibilities. Just shy of three years on Curtis Island as a cleaner, Kylie was saving her pay and putting it away. She had plans of buying an established cafe at first, but when a rundown fish and chip shop in Calliope became available Kylie jumped at the chance. With work and help from her family and friends she has converted it into a modern eatery. She says she’s happy with how it’s turned out.“This is a massive achievement for me seeing as I came from nothing.” We want to help you thank your favourite businesses, through the 2015 Observer Westpac Best in Business awards. All the details, and how to nominate, on page 30.

PHOTOS: From a peggy to Calliope's newest restaurant owner

Toowoomba-born Calliope resident Kylie Reynolds has worked in hospitality in Gladstone on and off for 15 years.

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