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Balancing Origin and final uni exam
News / Sport
16 July 2026

Balancing Origin and final uni exam

Dolphins star Max Plath is balancing State of Origin duties with his final QUT exams, earning a deferment as he chases Maroons success and a university degree.

New motorsport park meetings planned
16 July 2026

New motorsport park meetings planned

New community meetings are planned as consultation on the proposed $20 million Moreton Motorsport Park is extended, with developers aiming to address concerns over noise, traffic and environmental impacts.

Fined for high-range speeding
16 July 2026

Fined for high-range speeding

A Samford Valley motorcyclist has been fined $1,919 and lost his licence for six months after allegedly being caught travelling 119km/h in a 60km/h zone during a police road safety operation.

Great Mate plans to get bigger and better
News / Local
16 July 2026

Great Mate plans to get bigger and better

The Great Mate Check-In’s flagship men’s mental health event raised more than $6,000 for counselling and community grants, with organisers promising an even bigger and better event next year.

Bridge plan seeks new approval
16 July 2026

Bridge plan seeks new approval

The proposed $750 million Bribie Island Bridge has entered the federal environmental approval process, with construction expected to begin in 2028 and deliver safer, improved traffic and active transport connections.

Aussie stars heading to Woodford
News / Local
16 July 2026

Aussie stars heading to Woodford

Australia’s top axemen are heading to Woodford Show for a rare national woodchop championship, alongside monster trucks, stunt shows, food challenges, fireworks and family entertainment.

Budget priorities division-by-division
News / Council
16 July 2026

Budget priorities division-by-division

Moreton Bay councillors have outlined division-by-division Budget priorities, with funding for roads, parks, sports facilities, community spaces and major infrastructure projects across the city.

$200m for Moreton Bay’s roads
News / Council
16 July 2026

$200m for Moreton Bay’s roads

Moreton Bay’s new Budget commits more than $200 million to roads and transport, funding major upgrades to Old Gympie Road, Youngs Crossing Road, Caboolture River Road and key Olympic-linked infrastructure projects.

Moreton Bay rate rises and concessions
News / Council
16 July 2026

Moreton Bay rate rises and concessions

Moreton Bay’s $1.2 billion Budget includes a 4.69% minimum rate rise, higher pensioner rebates and a record $454 million investment in infrastructure.

Older and Bolder: Finding strength after 50
News / Local
16 July 2026

Older and Bolder: Finding strength after 50

In this Older and Bolder feature article, discover how women's fitness over 50 can improve strength, energy and confidence. Learn from Fernwood North Lakes and start today.