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Breakthru made in Moreton Bay
Breakthru has opened a new Strathpine employment centre to help people with disability find meaningful work, offering personalised support to build skills, confidence and long-term careers across Moreton Bay.
State Budget - Moreton Bay’s winners
Scores of major and minor projects have funding in the State Budget which Premier David Crisafulli said “continues to deliver a fresh start for Moreton Bay”.
Quantum leap for Moreton Bay
Work will officially start today on PsiQuantum’s new Moreton Bay Central facility where the world's first utility-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computer will be built.
Comiskey Group’s magnificent seven
Moreton Bay’s Comiskey Group has claimed seven major honours at the 2026 Queensland Hotels Association Awards, including Best Hotel Group Operator and Hotelier of the Year for directors Rob and David Comiskey.
Sunnylands Sourdough rises in Burpengary
From homemade loaves to a thriving shopfront, Sunnylands Sourdough Bakery is winning over Burpengary with handcrafted artisan bread, sourdough pastries and a strong connection to the local community.
Crowds line-up for new store opening
Queues lined Redcliffe Parade as The Lullaby Club opened its first standalone store, marking a full-circle moment for the Moreton Bay–born brand founded by a local mother-daughter team.
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Students driving suburb change
The rapid growth of UniSC Moreton Bay and new Council policy are driving change in Petrie. Blocks close to the university and in surrounding roads are being targeted for new short-term student accommodation.
Double donations for hospital Giving Day
Moreton Bay businesses are being urged to support this year’s Raise it for Redcliffe Hospital Giving Day on May 21, by helping double every community donation.
Green light for precinct feedback
Plans for a Narangba Innovation Precinct creating 600 jobs move to consultation, with Council seeking community feedback on proposed planning changes.
Plans revealed for $100m development
Plans lodged for 116-home Avela community in Mango Hill, featuring resort-style amenities and affordable options for growing local demand.
Roar doubling up in Redcliffe
Brisbane Roar is set to play almost half its home games at Kayo Stadium, in Redcliffe, next season. Roar scheduled two games at Kayo Stadium for its 2025-26 A-League. That became three when the visit of Perth was switched from Suncorp.
Shaping future of bayside suburb
New campaign unveiled to revitalise Sandgate CBD, boost housing, jobs and lifestyle while preserving the suburb’s unique bayside charm.
New $68m hotel under way
Work begins on $68m Aura Hotel near Caloundra, set to become one of Australia’s largest venues with live music, dining and 150 local jobs.
Expo takes business to “next level”
Discover the BPW Moreton Bay Business Expo on May 23, featuring local businesses, networking opportunities and the InnovatHer pitch competition empowering women to grow.
Why hiring feels hard for small business
Struggling to hire in Moreton Bay? Black Sparrow reveals why small businesses get recruitment wrong and how structured hiring, EVP and onboarding can build stronger teams.
Look inside Moreton Bay’s new $205m Olympic centre
New Olympic venue designs for Moreton Bay and SEQ focus on long-term legacy, boosting indoor sports capacity and community use beyond the 2032 Brisbane Games.
