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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, Business: EJ Australia Pty Ltd
Brendale manufacturing business EJ had a big win at the 2022 Moreton Bay Business and Innovation Awards, impressing the judges with its manufacturing and exporting capabilities
Who’s Who in 2022, Business: Alisa Starkey, Ozius
Bribie Island-based Ozius Biome only launched in August, but already it’s generating high-speed data that helps organisations be better prepared for bushfires and floods. Founder Alisa Starkey launched the company at the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Summit Canberra, which showcases how governments and public sector organisations across Australia and New Zealand are using technology and digital innovation to help solve pressing issues and drive economic growth.
Who’s Who in 2022, Business: STEM Punks
STEM Punks founders Fiona and Michael Holmstrom have continued to forge new frontiers in 2022. Michael and Fiona and their team have won a slew of awards – and set a Guinness World Record – as well as taking Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) to thousands of people around the globe.
Who’s Who in 22, Business: Vicki Wood
BPW Caboolture welcomed new president Vicki Wood in 2022, as the group continued to bring working women together and advocate for them
Who’s Who in 22, Business: Casey Thompson
Casey Thompson has weathered the COVID-19 storm and continues to entertain people of all ages with her mobile 7D cinema business in 2022. She is also actively playing her part to support business and tourism in the Moreton Bay Region
Who’s Who in 2022, Business: Natassia Wheeler
Margate’s Natassia Wheeler joined the committee of Regional Development Australia Moreton Bay in August, drawn back to the area from the Whitsundays by its burgeoning business and lifestyle opportunities. She was recently voted on to the Queensland Tourism Industry Council board and is looking forward to representing the state’s tourism industry and advocating for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
Who’s Who in 22: Business, part one
Today, we continue our Who’s Who in 22 series by listing businesses and businesspeople, in the Moreton Bay Region, who have achieved great things in 2022. There’s burger joints, butchers, tech companies, farmers and more. Check out part one of the list
Who’s Who in 2022, Business: Leanne Hopkins
Succeed Healthcare Solutions Chief Success Officer and founder Leanne Hopkins firmly believes in the importance of helping children reach their full potential. Her business delivers multi-award-winning creative therapy solutions for young people through clubs, in clinics, the community, outdoors or via tele-health.
Who’s Who in 22, Business: Rob and Kristina Petho
North Lakes and Surrounds Electrical made history in 2022 when it became the first joint winner of a Moreton Bay Business and Innovation Awards category. It came as it marked 18 years in business.
Who’s Who in 22, Business: Hilton and Lynda Misso
Sesame Lane Care and Kindergarten has had a huge 2022, being named Moreton Bay Region’s Business of the Year, an employer of choice and a Dolphins NRL partner
