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Moreton Bay shops make Queensland’s top 10
Two Moreton Bay businesses, Lawnton Country Markets and VC Fruit Market, have been recognised among Queensland’s top 10 independent fruit and vegetable retailers for quality produce and outstanding customer service.
Outdoor art gallery to hit the streets
Moreton Bay’s first Outdoor Gallery will transform public spaces into open-air art exhibitions, showcasing works by 18 artists across libraries, parks and community venues.
Robo pets help those with dementia
City of Moreton Bay libraries have introduced robotic companion pets and dementia-friendly programs to reduce loneliness, support wellbeing and help people living with dementia stay connected.
Seven-storey plans for corner block
Plans have been lodged for a 144-unit community housing development in Kallangur, providing affordable homes for local workers, families, seniors and others facing housing stress in Moreton Bay.
New AI system to beat red-light blues
Moreton Bay is trialling Australia’s first AI-powered traffic signal system, aiming to reduce red-light wait times, improve traffic flow and ease congestion for motorists.
Water rates rise for Moreton Bay
Moreton Bay residents will pay around $28 more a year for water after Unitywater's 1.6% price increase, while a State Government bulk water price freeze helps ease cost-of-living pressures.
NAIDOC Week celebrations under way
NAIDOC Week celebrations are underway across Moreton Bay, with community events, cultural activities and Council support recognising 50 years of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, connection and achievement.
Why green bins are going red
Moreton Bay green bins, used for general waste, are being replaced with red lids as part of a statewide program to improve waste collection, recycling and consistency.
TAB pulled out of Comiskey venues
Moreton Bay's Comiskey Group has ended its 20-year partnership with TAB, saying Tabcorp's new venue agreement was commercially unsustainable for its hotels.
Isabella courts success - with Ira
Kippa-Ring’s Isabella Allen is proving sight loss is no barrier to success, with her Seeing Eye dog Ira by her side as she prepares to defend an Australian blind tennis title and compete internationally.
