Rescue group seeks more volunteers

Qld Guinea Pig Rescue Inc, a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to rehoming mistreated, abused and unwanted guinea pigs, is desperately seeking more volunteers who can spare a few hours a month to assist with caring for the animals during open days. Find out how you can help here **FREE TO READ**

Dog owners are being encouraged to grab the lead and hit the pavement with their four-legged besties to raise money for the RSPCA as part of this year’s Million Paws Walk. Find out how your donation helps here **FREE TO READ**

Artist and environmental educator Bethan Burton will share tips on how to connect with nature through art, when she opens her home studio as part of this year’s Samford Arts Trail and Open Studios event. Find out more about her craft here

Candlelight vigils to shine a light on violence

Three candlelight vigils will be held throughout the city this week in honour of those who have died from domestic or family violence. Find out where you can pay your respects here **FREE TO READ**

Parma for a Farmer a big success

Thousands of hungry Aussies have helped to raise much-needed funds for struggling farmers by tucking into a delicious chicken parma as part of the annual Parma for a Farmer fundraiser. See how much money was raised in Moreton Bay here **FREE TO READ**

Tickets for Abbey Medieval Festival on sale now

Tickets to the much-loved Abbey Medieval Festival and Friday Family Fun Day are on sale now, with people urged to get in early to avoid disappointment. Here is everything you need to know about this year's festivities **FREE TO READ**

Remembering our brave veterans on Anzac Day

As a veteran who served in the British Armed Forces and the Australian Army, taking time to remember those who have fought for freedom is important to Ron Court, who is the president of the Caboolture-Morayfield RSL Sub Branch. Read more about his service and how his family was impacted by war here

Help raise $2.5 million for cancer support group

Volunteers from Leukaemia Support Queensland are ramping up their efforts to raise $2.5 million to build a new wellness accommodation centre by implementing new fundraising initiatives. Find out what they have got planned here

Cash boost for The Breakfast Club

The Breakfast Club has been named as one of 32 charities that will benefit from more than $725,000 in funding from Queensland’s largest philanthropic organisation, Queensland Gives. Find out more about the grants here

Police to target speeding, DUI in Easter blitz

Extra police will be out in force on Queensland roads over the Easter school holidays, as officers ramp up their road safety operations.** FREE TO READ **