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U-turn in boundary battle
Queensland’s final electoral boundary changes keep Narangba in one electorate after community objections, while other Moreton Bay districts see major redistributions.
Water rates rise for Moreton Bay
Moreton Bay residents will pay around $28 more a year for water after Unitywater's 1.6% price increase, while a State Government bulk water price freeze helps ease cost-of-living pressures.
Why green bins are going red
Moreton Bay green bins, used for general waste, are being replaced with red lids as part of a statewide program to improve waste collection, recycling and consistency.
National award for visionary approach
City of Moreton Bay has won a national award for its innovative approach to affordable housing, recognising initiatives tackling homelessness through community partnerships and low-cost land leases.
Green light for Narangba East planning
Planning for Narangba East has been given the green light, with a new Temporary Local Planning Instrument paving the way for future housing, jobs and infrastructure while protecting community and environmental outcomes.
Holidays set for a wool-tastic start
Moreton Bay libraries, galleries and parks will host free winter school holiday activities, from alpacas and wool demonstrations to magic shows, sport and creative workshops.
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When to see celebrity chefs at foodie festival
With a bumper line-up of celebrity chefs including Miguel Maestre, Poh Ling Yeow, Alastair McLeod, Kim McCosker and Dominique Rizzo, Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival will delight foodies and home cooks in just under two weeks. Here’s the full celebrity chef program + how to get tickets
Safety upgrades on major road
A major safety upgrade is about to get underway on Anzac Ave in Kallangur.
Overpass restrictions stay in place
Restrictions will remain on the Linkfield Road overpass until “further structural analysis and safety repairs are undertaken”.
Forum to address challenges for new city
Moreton Bay Region will become the City of Moreton Bay from Monday, July 24. The announcement was made at today’s Leaders’ Forum which brought representatives from all three levels of government together to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the new city. Here’s what is happening
Bay Cats? Bold bid for Moreton Bay ferry
Moreton Bay Council has today announced it will fund a study to investigate the viability of a ferry service in Moreton Bay, dubbed ‘Bay Cats’ which could create an aquatic public transport network linking Bribie Island to Brisbane. Here’s what we know
Samba time as World Cup kicks-off
Moreton Bay Region has joined the FIFA Women’s World Cup celebrations with local fans meeting South American stars and getting ready for a samba party.
Site for region's first wildlife hospital
A $3 million parcel of land in Dakabin has been allocated by Moreton Bay Regional Council for a wildlife hospital. Now Council is leading the call for State funding.
Photo gallery: Jetty 2 Jetty Fun Run 2023
About 5000 people took part in the Jetty 2 Jetty Fun Run on the Redcliffe Peninsula on July 16. Check out our photos from the event, which attracted competitors from 10 countries.
Land deal is Australian first
Community housing and specialist homelessness providers will be able to lease Council-owned land in Moreton Bay for new housing developments.
Crack down on illegal dumping
Nine people are being prosecuted by Moreton Bay Regional Council after allegedly caught dumping more than 2500 litres of waste. Each faces Magistrate Court fines of up to $57,500.
