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New deadline for motorsport park consultation
5 June 2026

New deadline for motorsport park consultation

Public consultation on the proposed $20 million Moreton Motorsport Park at Beachmere has been extended, with a second community meeting ordered to give residents more time to review plans and have their say.

“No problem” with motorsport park extension
3 June 2026

“No problem” with motorsport park extension

Queensland’s Deputy Premier says he has “no problem” extending consultation on the proposed $20 million Moreton Motorsport Park, as community concerns over traffic, flooding, noise and environmental impacts continue to grow.

Work starts on new Moreton Bay beach
News / Council
3 June 2026

Work starts on new Moreton Bay beach

A new beach is coming to Redcliffe as construction begins on the Crockatt Park Seawall Upgrade at Woody Point, delivering coastal protection, improved accessibility and a 60-metre stretch of sand by 2027.

Residents’ anger over motorsport plan
News / Local
2 June 2026

Residents’ anger over motorsport plan

Residents have voiced strong opposition to a proposed $20 million motorsport park at Beachmere, raising concerns about traffic, flooding, noise and environmental impacts during a packed community meeting.

Last chance for waterfront living at Newport
News / Local
2 June 2026

Last chance for waterfront living at Newport

Newport’s final waterfront address, Lighthouse, is more than 90% sold, offering luxury coastal living with marina access, resort-style amenities and premium residences overlooking Moreton Bay.

Church battling to save its home
News / Local
2 June 2026

Church battling to save its home

A century-old Kallangur church is fighting plans for compulsory acquisition of its site for a new special school, arguing its vital community services can coexist with the proposed development.

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Work starts at new Maccas
News / Local
16 July 2024

Work starts at new Maccas

Construction has started in Rothwell on a new McDonald’s restaurant which will create more than 220 jobs during construction and when open.

Pilot project to save our waterways
News / Local
16 July 2024

Pilot project to save our waterways

Steps are being taken in the City of Moreton Bay to minimise environmental harm in waterways from erosion, soil sediment and construction by-products.

$69m to strengthen dam wall
News / Local
12 July 2024

$69m to strengthen dam wall

North Pine Dam, which stores drinking water for Moreton Bay and north Brisbane, will undergo more than $69 million of strengthening work.

Green light for retirement village plan
News / Local
11 July 2024

Green light for retirement village plan

Plans for a 97-unit retirement village, on the former Frawleys Tennis Courts at Rothwell, have been approved by Moreton Bay City Council - despite protests from local residents.

Fix our "choking" roads, says Mayor
News / Local
11 July 2024

Fix our "choking" roads, says Mayor

Mayor Peter Flannery has called on the State Government to fund more public and bus rapid transport systems and ease pressure on Moreton Bay's roads.

Stepping back in time at sold out Abbey
News / Local
10 July 2024

Stepping back in time at sold out Abbey

Thousands of knights, earls, dukes, damsels and queens were joined by 25,000 visitors at the weekend’s sold out Abbey Medieval Festival. PICTURE SPECIAL

"Phased close" of office building
News / Local
9 July 2024

"Phased close" of office building

Plans are being “investigated” for the future of offices beside the busiest road in Strathpine.

Open day at new satellite hospital
News / Local
8 July 2024

Open day at new satellite hospital

Bribie Island’s new satellite hospital will open its doors early on Thursday for a special Community Open Day.

Premier tour before doors open
News / Local
5 July 2024

Premier tour before doors open

Bribie Island’s new satellite hospital received its first official tour party today, before opening later this month.

Green light for new Maccas and jobs
News / Local
5 July 2024

Green light for new Maccas and jobs

Hundreds of jobs are set to be created following approval of plans for a new McDonald’s restaurant on one of Moreton Bay’s busiest roads.