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Captain Kerry’s whale of a time at sea
News / Local
1 July 2026

Captain Kerry’s whale of a time at sea

From the cockpit of her luxury catamaran, Captain Kerry Lopez from Brisbane Whale Watching has had a front row seat to witness some of the most amazing whale behaviour ever seen in the wild. Read more about her incredible job and when this year's whale watching season will begin here **FREE TO READ**

Bromwich’s milestone match
News / Local
1 July 2026

Bromwich’s milestone match

Dolphins’ NRL captain Jesse Bromwich will clock up 300 NRL games when he leads his side out against the Dragons on Saturday afternoon. It will be a special game for him and his family, but also for a teammate whose NRL career will officially kick off

Up for the Kokoda Challenge
News / Local
1 July 2026

Up for the Kokoda Challenge

The Lakes College students Jordon White and Kartik Karri will attempt to finish a 30km leg of The Kokoda Challenge on the Sunshine Coast in five hours so they can make it back to Brisbane for their school formal next month. We ask how they plan to do it

Beachmere Road upgrade to start
News / Local
1 July 2026

Beachmere Road upgrade to start

Work is expected to start on the $15.2 million Beachmere Rd upgrade mid this year after design work was recently completed. Here’s the details

Special connection at Sesame Lane
News / Local
1 July 2026

Special connection at Sesame Lane

A pilot program has helped pupils at Sesame Care and Kindergarten form meaningful relationships with older members of the community while reducing social isolation often experienced by seniors. Here’s what is happening

MGs to roar into Woody Point for special joyride
News / Local
1 July 2026

MGs to roar into Woody Point for special joyride

Car enthusiasts will be able to spot a number of classic vehicles cruising around the peninsula this Saturday when members of the MG Car Club of Queensland drive into town. Find out why they are visiting and where you can spot them here

News / Local
1 July 2026

Poised to help businesses reach potential

The team at Certifi International is excited at what the future holds for the Moreton Bay Region and is keen to help businesses achieve internationally recognised certification in quality, safety, environment, cyber security and the NDIS. Here’s what the business offers

Plans lodged for workers' complex
News / Local
1 July 2026

Plans lodged for workers' complex

A new rural workers’ accommodation complex may be built on a strawberry farm in this region, if plans are approved.

IGA Newport open all Easter weekend
News / Local
1 July 2026

IGA Newport open all Easter weekend

The Easter long weekend is just around the corner but don’t panic IGA Newport will be open for the duration, catering for all your grocery and gift needs

Art and tech classes for seniors
News / Council
1 July 2026

Art and tech classes for seniors

The Hills and Districts Chamber of commerce has organised an array of activities for seniors. Here's what's on offer...