The man behind the NRL’s 17th team’s successful bid has explained why the Redcliffe Dolphins are now known only as the Dolphins.

Bid director Terry Reader told Wide World of Sports’ Chris Warren the club will have a “meaningful presence” in the Brisbane, Moreton Bay and Sunshine Coast catchment areas, making them very attractive to the NRL.

While the ‘Redcliffe’ part of the club’s name was left off the official bid, Mr Reader assured fans Redcliffe remains the “base” and “spiritual home” of the Dolphins.

“Brisbane’s bigger than just the CBD now.

“‘The Dolphins’ is more appealing, and when you think about it, Redcliffe is to us what Red Hill is to the Broncos.”

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