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From paper to powerhouse
From paper mill to powerhouse, Moreton Bay Central is set to drive billions in investment, thousands of jobs and major projects including an Olympic venue, quantum computing hub and advanced manufacturing centre.
Honouring peninsula’s top businesses
Queensland Premier David Crisafulli joined business leaders at the 2026 Redcliffe Business Awards, celebrating outstanding local businesses across 10 categories and recognising excellence on the peninsula.
Green light for new hotel
A new hotel and entertainment precinct in Burpengary has been approved, replacing the long-running Woodpecker Bar and Grill. The development includes dining, gaming and outdoor spaces, with councillors restricting late-night gaming hours to 2am.
Calling time on Council HQ
Moreton Bay City Council is considering relocating its Strathpine Chambers to Moreton Bay Central in Petrie as part of long-term planning, with new civic, education and infrastructure developments positioning the precinct as a major future hub for the region.
New name for The Glassie
Caboolture Sports Club has rebranded Club Glass House as Glass House Local, marking a new era for the historic Glasshouse Country venue with upgrades, expansion plans, and a renewed focus on community connection and local reinvestment.
Growth means nothing without the right people
Business growth isn’t just about scaling up. It’s about having the right people and leadership in place. We Are HR co-founders Leanne Clavan and Grant Barrow explore why people strategy, culture and communication are key to sustainable success.
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Who’s Who in 2022, Media and Influencers: Ngaire Stirling
Ngaire Stirling’s visionary website Brisbane Kids is the go-to for parents looking for everything to do with children in greater Brisbane. It’s been a busy 2022 for Ngaire who is also on the board of Moreton Bay Region Industry and Tourism (MBRIT) and a director of the Moreton Bay Wildlife Hospital Foundation
Who’s Who in 22, Media & Influencers: Radio 99.7 Bridge FM
Community radio station 99.7FM has continued to play ‘great rock variety’ in 2022 while also supporting local organisations and the development of its team of volunteers
Moreton Bay Regional Council Christmas closures
Moreton Bay Regional Council customer service centres are closing for Christmas. Here’s a full list of what facilities and services are open and what’s closed for the festive season
Who’s Who in 2022, Environment: Colin Scobie
Colin Scobie and colleagues from the Redcliffe Sunrise Rotary Club Environmental Sustainability Rotary Action Group have been transforming Moreton Bay one oyster shell at a time in 2022
Who’s Who in 2022, Environment: Jacki Hinchey
As the owner of Blue Dog Farm in Ocean View, Jacki Hinchey is passionate about inspiring the next generation of farmers, while also throwing her support behind her fellow Moreton Bay growers and producers
Who’s Who in 22, Environment: Pristine Peninsula
Residents passionate about protecting and cleaning up the environment have continued to make their voices heard through the Pristine Peninsula group in 2022
Bracing for ‘tough decisions’ on council projects
Moreton Bay Regional Council could be forced to make ‘tough decisions’ on council projects in 2023 if economic conditions worsen, it has been revealed today
Who’s Who in 2022, Inspiring People: Janelle Ford
Ningi’s Janelle Ford only launched her business a little over a year ago – but already she’s won four awards recognising her contribution to the mental health and disability sector. The Director and Clinical Nurse Consult at Progressive Play won gold, silver and bronze at the Roar Awards for Start-Up of the Year, Business Growth and Business of the Year respectively and a silver in the Emerging Ausmumpreneur of the Year for Queensland/Northern Territory at the AusMumpreneur Awards in 2022.
Who’s Who in 2022, Inspiring People: Julia Baker
To mark World Snake Day in 2022, Moreton Bay Region local Julia Baker - also known as the Snake Boss - shared what she loved about the slithery creatures
Who’s Who in 2022, Inspiring People: Luke Binks
As a professional jouster who has competed all over the globe, Moreton Bay Region local Luke Binks helped create a bigger fanbase for the sport after running the hugely successful jousting tournament at the 2022 Abbey Medieval Festival
