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MasterChef star Georgia Barnes primed for Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival

2015 MasterChef Australia runner-up can’t wait to showcase the region’s ingredients at this year’s Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival. We chat to her about what to expect.

Old uniforms making a material difference
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2 July 2026

Old uniforms making a material difference

A dedicated group of volunteers who make unique clothing for children from old emergency services uniforms is looking for more people to join them. Here's how you can help...

Deception Bay student’s trip of a lifetime
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2 July 2026

Deception Bay student’s trip of a lifetime

From a visit to the world’s largest sand island to watching major sports matches, Deception Bay State High School student Sophia Sidney has taken the trip of a lifetime with University of the Sunshine Coast. See the videos..

Brenden's pride at top Paris honour
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2 July 2026

Brenden's pride at top Paris honour

Brenden Hall - who grew-up and trained in Moreton Bay - is “over the bloody moon” at being named one of Australia’s two flag bearers at the Paralympic Games Opening Ceremony.

Leena to add some jazz and pizazz to festival
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2 July 2026

Leena to add some jazz and pizazz to festival

Seasoned vocalist Leena Salim will perform some of her favourite jazz and Motown hits when she takes to the stage with her jazz duo at this year’s Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival. Find out what's on her setlist here

Ferny Hills street library fostering connection
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2 July 2026

Ferny Hills street library fostering connection

A new street library and community pantry at Ferny Hills is helping young adults with disabilities forge deeper connections with the local community. Find out where it is...

Plunge bathhouse coming to Redcliffe
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2 July 2026

Plunge bathhouse coming to Redcliffe

Redcliffe will soon be home to Plunge Bathhouse and Recovery Centre. We chat to the woman behind it and find out when it will open

$69m to strengthen dam wall
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2 July 2026

$69m to strengthen dam wall

North Pine Dam, which stores drinking water for Moreton Bay and north Brisbane, will undergo more than $69 million of strengthening work.

Paris appeal for Ricky - and his mum
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2 July 2026

Paris appeal for Ricky - and his mum

Morayfield's Ricky Betar has booked his place at the Paralympic Games - and now the race is on to get his number one fan to Paris as well.

Gardening tips: Greening up indoors

They say everyone needs a little green in their home and that’s especially true over the cooler months when we’re spending more time indoors. Greening up your space not only looks good, there’s proven health benefits as well. Here's some top tips